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Oven Igniter

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By: Whirlpool

Part Number: OEM18111615

Manufacturer Part Number: W10918546

The Oven Igniter is an OEM part for Whirlpool ovens responsible for igniting the gas burner that heats the oven. It works by drawing electrical current through the igniter filament, heating it to a high temperature until it glows and ignites the gas to start the cooking process.

Symptoms of a failing Oven Igniter include:

Oven not heating up at all
Igniter glowing without igniting the gas
Weak flame or delayed ignition
Increased gas smell

Causes of a bad Oven Igniter can range from normal wear and tear, which reduces the igniter's efficiency over time, to physical damage or a buildup of dirt and grease that can interfere with its operation. A malfunctioning igniter can lead to uneven cooking, wasted gas, and in some cases, safety hazards due to the accumulation of gas without ignition.

This OEM Whirlpool part can also be used on Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore/Sears brand appliances.

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Buhbuh April 25, 2014 for Model Number SF379LEK

Starting up oven sometimes works and then sometimes won't.Oven igniter works.Iseewhite sparks

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Buhbuh, Is there any problems with the cooktop burners igniting, if not you'll need to check the gas valve assembly WPW10293048 for resistance and DC voltage from the DSI spark module WPW10331686. On the gas valve terminals, you should have a resistance reading of 215 ohms resistance from the center terminal to each of the outside terminals. Then reattach the wires, set your meter to read DC voltage and attach the meter lead to the center terminal and make a bake selection on the control. You should have a reading of 8 to 18 DCV to the outside gas valve terminals (the higher the voltage the better). Since the issue is intermittent, you probably have a weak DSI spark module.

Eddie March 16, 2014 for Model Number SF325PEGQ5

tried to bake something last night. turned on bake hit start and it shows pre for 10:00 minutes, buzzer sounded at 10 and then hit start for 18 mins and put the food in, the buzzer sounded and pulled out still frozen fish. the igniter looks to be in great shape, has power to it. Does not glow or warm up at all. Am I replacing the correct part ?

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Hello Eddie, The most common cause of your complaint is the bake ignitor WP3186491. You can test for 120Vac voltage to the ignitor to verify since it could also be a bad relay on the board, wiring, or the safety valve.

Elvin February 27, 2014

Will this model work on my broiler?

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Hello Elvin. We will need your model number to help you with this. Please call 1-877-477-7278 or post your model number with a new question on the parts page. http://www.appliancepartspros.com/modelnumber_locator.aspx

Bill February 24, 2014 for Model Number WFG231LVSO

I am geeing a F2 code on my range.I have change the temperature rod but the code is still coming on.Can you tell me what else I can do?

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Hello Bill. An F2 error code means Oven temp is too high. 1. Look for welded relay contacts on bake or broil relays. If this happens, replace oven control (also called clock or ERC). 2. For SELF CLEAN models: check door lock operation. 3. Look for a high resistance connection or any other cause of high resistance in the oven temperature sensor circuit. Check sensor, sensor harness and sensor harness connection at sensor and oven control. Replace sensor if found defective. Read more: http://www.appliancepartspros.com/repair-help/whirlpool-fault-codes.html#ixzz2uRZ12KAG'>http://www.appliancepartspros.com/repair-help/whirlpool-fault-codes.html#ixzz2uRZ12KAG http://www.appliancepartspros.com If connections are good it sounds like the board will need to be replaced. The electronic control for your model is Part# WPW10312660

Ughneedastove December 05, 2013 for Model Number SF114PXSQ2

Hi I recently tried to pre heat my oven....it beeped to say it was done I opened up the oven and it was cold =( So I tried again thinking it was all in my head but with no such luck.... I opened up my stove and tore the bottom apart and the igniter is not lite any color so is it a safe bet to assume thats the part that needs replaced?

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Hello ughneedastove. If there is power to the igniter, replace the igniter. If not, replace the clock in the unit. 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

Alyson October 11, 2013 for Model Number wfg114swq0

Hello, I just ordered a new igniter for my oven today, because when I hit start for my oven I hear a click, but no heat or glow. My burners work, so I believe it's not an issue other than the igniter. Anyways, I put in my model number and ordered the igniter it said was compatible. However, not that I am looking at the part online it seems to be flat. The one in my oven is round. Is that going to make a difference in anyway?? Please tell me no!! I need my oven!!! Thank you.

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Hello Alyson. Based on the model number, you order part number W10918546.

Robin July 18, 2013 for Model Number FGP305KW2

Hi; I have a Roper Gas Stove/Range, I've noticed someone else had a very similar question to mine. I've had this now for 9 years and has never had an issue till now. The problem is when I turn on the oven (to say 350 degrees) and wait, the burner does not light. I have waited 2-3 minutes and nothing. The oven ignitor does glow (but only a bright orange or near red) it does not get as you stated in this other persons question 'white hot'. I'm like this other person, when I tap gently with a small hammer or screw driver on the gas safty valve it does light, but when it reaches the temperature setting and it goes out, it will not light again. I do not have a whoile lot of money, so I'm hoping to get this right the first time! So do you think it is the ignitor?, or safty gas valve? (Model # FGP305KW2)

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Hello Robin. Test for 3.2-3.6 volts AC at the gas safety valve with the igniter turned on. If the voltage is there, you have a bad safety valve. If the voltage is low, you have a weak igniter and the igniter will need to be replaced. 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

Will July 18, 2013 for Model Number WFG114SVW0

I smell gas sometimes and my oven doesn't seem to be heating up well. I measured across the contacts of the safety valve. I only got 3 volts AC, rather than 3.2-3.6. So, I should replace the ignitor? I just wanted to double check since it's so close. Thanks.

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Hello Will. Yes, it sounds like the igniter is weak and will need to be replaced in the unit.

Will July 15, 2013 for Model Number WFG114SVW0

Our oven doesn't seem to get hot enough, and we smell a little gas sometimes. I suspect the ignitor. Sound like a good guess?

1 Answer

Hello Will. Test for 3.2-3.6 volts AC at the gas safety valve with the igniter turned on. If the voltage is there, you have a bad safety valve. If the voltage is low, you have a weak igniter and the igniter will need to be replaced. 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

John H April 01, 2013 for Model Number WFG11OAVQO

Will the manufacturer number work with the number on this part it look the same but the other number are different they are 033 rev b 1207

1 Answer

John, The correct igniter for your unit is part number W10918546.

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