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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairKenmore Gas Range Burner Spark Electrode Replacement #8523793
Kenmore Gas Range Burner Spark Electrode Replacement #8523793
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Total Parts Cost
$35.94Estimated Savings
$112.5002:23
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the spark electrode on a Kenmore gas range. The most common reasons for replacing the spark electrode are when the burner isn't sparking properly or won't spark at all.
All of the information for this spark electrode replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn Air, Estate, Roper, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral
Tools needed: 14” nut driver, putty knife, wrench, Phillips head screwdriver
All of the information for this spark electrode replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn Air, Estate, Roper, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral
Tools needed: 14” nut driver, putty knife, wrench, Phillips head screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to remove all the burner grates and caps.
3
Next, remove the mounting screws to detach all of the burner bases.
4
Now, insert a putty knife under the sides of the main top to release the spring clips.
5
Lift the main top up and support it with a sturdy object.
6
Use a 16 mm open-ended wrench to remove the orifice holder securing the electrode you wish to replace.
7
Remove the mounting screw to release the old electrode and disconnect the wire.
8
To install the new electrode you may need to change the wire connector to a quarter inch connector first.
9
To do this, snip off the old connector strip off a quarter inch of insulation attach the new connector to the wire and crimp to secure.
10
You’re now ready to attach the wire to the new electrode.
11
Next, insert the electrode in to the orifice holder and secure with the screw.
12
Replace the orifice holder and tighten with the wrench.
13
Remove the support and lower the main top aligning it with the orifice holders.
14
Snap the top into place.
15
Reinstall the burner bases by lining up each electrode with the slot or hole in the base then secure with the screws.
16
Replace all the burner caps and grates.
17
You’re now ready to plug the appliance back in to make sure it’s functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the spark electrode on a Kenmore gas range. The most common reasons for replacing the spark electrode are when the burner isn't sparking properly or won't spark at all.
All of the information for this spark electrode replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn Air, Estate, Roper, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral
Tools needed: 14” nut driver, putty knife, wrench, Phillips head screwdriver
All of the information for this spark electrode replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn Air, Estate, Roper, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral
Tools needed: 14” nut driver, putty knife, wrench, Phillips head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to remove all the burner grates and caps.
3
Next, remove the mounting screws to detach all of the burner bases.
4
Now, insert a putty knife under the sides of the main top to release the spring clips.
5
Lift the main top up and support it with a sturdy object.
6
Use a 16 mm open-ended wrench to remove the orifice holder securing the electrode you wish to replace.
7
Remove the mounting screw to release the old electrode and disconnect the wire.
8
To install the new electrode you may need to change the wire connector to a quarter inch connector first.
9
To do this, snip off the old connector strip off a quarter inch of insulation attach the new connector to the wire and crimp to secure.
10
You’re now ready to attach the wire to the new electrode.
11
Next, insert the electrode in to the orifice holder and secure with the screw.
12
Replace the orifice holder and tighten with the wrench.
13
Remove the support and lower the main top aligning it with the orifice holders.
14
Snap the top into place.
15
Reinstall the burner bases by lining up each electrode with the slot or hole in the base then secure with the screws.
16
Replace all the burner caps and grates.
17
You’re now ready to plug the appliance back in to make sure it’s functioning properly.
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