DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the right rear burner orifice on a Whirlpool gas range. The most common reason for replacing the orifice is if the burner will not light.
All of the information for this orifice replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Frigidaire, Amana, Crosley, Estate, Magic Chef, Maytag, Roper
Tools needed: 7mm nut driver, pliers, phillips head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace the right rear burner orifice in your range unplug the power cord
2
Shut off the gas supply.
3
Carefully lift off the right-side burner grate and remove the right rear burner cap.
4
Using a phillips-head screwdriver, unthread the burner head mounting screws.
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Set the burner head aside.
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Use pliers to secure the orifice holder and a 7mm nut driver to unthread the old orifice from the holder.
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Install the new burner orifice by threading it into the holder then tighten.
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With the orifice installed, realign the burner head and secure it with the screws.
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Replace the burner cap and reposition the grate.
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With the repair completed turn the gas supply back on plug the power cord back in and your range should be ready for use.