Kenmore / Sears Pilot

This thermocouple sits in the pilot flame and signals the oven safety valve that a flame is present. Replacing a weak or open thermocouple restores safe ignition and consistent burner operation on standing-pilot gas ranges.

• Detects heat from the pilot flame and generates a small millivolt signal to allow the oven safety valve to remain open
• Common symptoms of failure: oven won't heat, burner lights then goes out, pilot won't stay lit, intermittent oven shutdown
• Confirms flame presence to help prevent unlit-gas flow during operation
• Intended for standing-pilot style gas ovens/ranges

• Disconnect power and shut off gas before servicing; allow the appliance to cool
• Route and secure the new thermocouple exactly like the original; avoid sharp bends and kinks
• Position the tip correctly in the pilot flame; hand-start threads and snug fittings—do not overtighten
• After installation, check all connections for leaks with a soap-and-water solution and verify proper burner operation

This oven pilot assembly with thermocouple maintains a steady pilot flame and proves flame presence to the safety valve so the oven burner can ignite and stay on. Replace when the pilot won't hold or oven ignition is inconsistent.

• Supplies the constant pilot flame needed to light the oven burner
• Thermocouple sends a flame-present signal to allow/hold gas flow to the burner
• Helps resolve issues like the pilot going out, burner not lighting, or oven shutting off mid-cycle
• Restores consistent oven ignition on pilot-equipped models

• Shut off gas supply and power; allow the appliance to cool before servicing
• Note routing and mounting before removal; install the new assembly in the same orientation
• After reconnecting lines, check all joints for leaks with an approved leak-detection solution
• Verify a stable pilot flame and proper burner ignition after installation