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Customer Questions and Answers for Spark Igniter by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM18034956
Manufacturer Part Number: WP8054129

The Spark Igniter is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool gas ranges. Located inside the oven cavity it initiates combustion using high-voltage electricity. This is a broil igniter for the upper (broil) burner.

Causes of malfunction relate primarily to element degradation from extended heating cycles. Exposure to grease or other residue accumulation shortens the service life by insulating the hot surface.

Symptoms involve:

  • Inability to ignite gas burners using the automatic igniter
  • Safety issues arise requiring manual lighting with matches or lighters
  • Difficulties baking or broiling without consistent flame generation
  • Element replacement prevents further problems and safety hazards

This is a genuine Whirlpool OEM replacement this part is also compatible with Maytag, Jenn-Air and some Kenmore models.

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Hello Chuck, The first thing to check is the is to make sure that you are getting proper voltage to the direct spark ignition control. With oven on broil you want to have 120vac between connectors J1-4 neutral and J1-7 L1. If you don't have power here then you need to replaced Clock assembly WP6610449 black, WP6610450 white, WP6610451 biscuit. If you have power the test from J1-4 to J1--2. If you do not have power then replace spark module WPW10331686. If you do have power then replace spark ignitor WP8054129. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html

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Gary, Your issue is most likely in the DSI Spark Module WPW10331686, but could be in the gas distribution valve WPW10293048 Here's some test information, that will help you out. First thing, check and make sure the power cord is attached to a properly polarized and grounded 120 VAC outlet. A proper ground is very important for the range to operate properly. Then you'll need to make several tests at the gas distribution valve. You'll need a multi meter to test voltage and resistances. At the valve body terminals, with the wires labeled and removed from the middle terminal to each of the outer terminals, you should read 215 ohms resistance. With the wires reconnected, when you select the bake cycle, you should have a reading of 8 to 18 VDC across the red and orange wires. When you make a broil selection you should have the same 8 to 18 VDC,across the orange and blue wires. If all checks are proper(within 10%) repalce the gas valve and check the wiring at the igniters. Thanks

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Kristy, The issue is most likely in the reignition circuit of the DSI spark module WPW10331686 . There are circuit checks and VDC checks you should make at the gas distribution valve, with a multimeter, with the wires off the valve terminals, you should have a resistance reading of 215 ohms from the middle terminal to each outer terminal, and 8 to 18 VDC from the center terminal (orange wire) to the outer terminal(redwire)with the oven set in a bake cycle and the igniter attempting to ignite. heres some meter usage information [http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html] Thanks and Good Luck

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Hello. Are you sure the bake ignitor is sparking? If the ignitor 8190618 is not drawing enought amps to satisfy the gas valve, gas will not flow to ignite. You could have a issue with the gas valve/regulator WPW10293048. Hope this helps!

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Hello Slavko. Trace the wire from the igniter to the spark module. Make sure it is not broken or pinched between the frame of the range. If so, this can cause the problem your having. Hope this helps.

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