How to Troubleshoot & Replace Ge AP3779012 / WB13K10014 Top Burner Spark Electrode

Replaced the spark module 

Replaced spark module and all electrodes/igniters. 

Replaced ignitor by unscrewing top of range and pushing from underneath. Super easy switcheroo. 

After 2 years of lighting my GE profile ng cooktop my wife finally put her foot down and said, "get this thing fixed now" or go out buy a new high end cooktop for me....Being the spendthrift I am, I quickly compared service call and parts expense to the cost of the high end cooktop and realized This was gonna be expensive either way! So, in true diy fashion I watched the videos on appliancepartspros and realized how easy of a job this actually was... $82 and 1.5 days later the problem was fixed and the old cooktop igniters working better than ever!! Would have been even cheaper, but went ahead and replaced the igniter switch harness, the ceramic igniters, and clips along with the igniter module...super easy and saved a bundle... 

I ordered the genuine part from Appliance Part Pros. I figured out how to access the valve via YouTube. It was so easy. I had it apart in minutes. I waited a few days for the part to arrive. And I was able to repair within minutes. 

Replaced all gas lines (orifices), electrodes, and the spark module. Now, works like a charm. Not a hard fix at all. First time doing repair, so I took my time. 

A word of caution - Due to not fully analyzing the situation upfront, I ultimately replaced more parts than necessary. So don't forget to check the spark module (the little electronic gadget that powers all the igniters), rather than jumping to the conclusion that the individual igniter or associated igniter cord is the problem (as I mistakenly did). Still, even with those additional replacements, the repair proved quick and easy thanks to the wide stock and helpful videos of APP. Plus the repair was less expensive than a single visit from a service tech would have been. Basically, I first replaced the individual burner igniter and the individual cord leading to the burner igniter. Upon realizing the problem still persisted even after those replacements, I then checked the spark module and determined it was actually the source of the problem. Replacing it resolved the problem with the burner. Each parts replacement had an accompanying video at APP, which confirmed the simple steps while emphasizing the necessary cautions of working on a stove, namely disconnecting gas and power while completing the work. 

Fairly common problem with gas stoves. Our cooktop- a GE (Sears Kenmore JGP330 series) - is about 10 years old. One burner suddenly stopped sparking. Quick trip to the internet helped define the problem. And a equally quick search of ApplicancePartsPros.com website found the needed parts. Three days later they arrived as promised ... even using "standard shipping." One important lesson learned, however. I found a couple of website showing how to make the repair. All indicated that you needed to remove the burner heads in order to access the igniters. Not true ... at least on our cooktop model. They actually just pull out. Make sure you've unplugged the unit. Use a putty knife or similar flat edge to pry the igniter up and then pull it straight up and out. Remove the electrical connector; then reconnect the new sparker. Slide the new igniter back into place. Easy-peasy! 

I ordered the part from APP.com and no more problem. Starts right up and I saved an expensive service call, plus I do a better job as well! APP was terrific. Not only did they have the best prices, but the parts are factory issue, their web site is easy to navigate and research, and their shipping puts other folks to shame! 

Replaced module and igniters