DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the broil orifice on a Kitchenaid double oven gas range (model #KFGD500ESS04). The most common reason for replacing the orifice is if the broil burner will not light.
All of the information in this orificereplacement video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag, Amana, Magic Chef, Whirlpool, Tappan, Estate, Kitchenaide
Step-By-Step Instructions1
KitchenAid Double Oven Gas Range - KFGD500ESS04
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Gas Range Broil Orifice Replacement
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Tools needed: Phillips-head screwdriver, 5/8th inch wrench
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Be sure to unplug the power cord or shut off the power supply.
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Shut off the gas supply as well.
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Pull the range away from the wall so you can access the rear of the appliance.
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Use a Phillips-head screwdriver or a nut quarter-inch nut driver to unthread all of the screws securing the lower rear access panel.
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Lift the panel up and out to remove.
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Use a 5/8th inch wrench to unthread the nut securing the broil orifice tube.
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Now open the upper oven door and remove the rack.
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Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the front screw securing the broil burner tube.
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Lift the broil burner tube assembly off of the orifice.
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You can now unthread the two mounting screws securing the orifice to the rear of the oven.
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With the screws unthreaded, remove the old orifice.
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Install the new broil orifice by positioning it on the rear of the oven, then thread the mounting screws to secure it.
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Fully reposition the burner tube over the orifice and thread the front screw to secure.
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Returning to the rear of the appliance, secure the broil orifice tube with the nut ? be careful not to damage the tube by overtightening the nut.
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Reposition the rear access panel
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Thread and tighten the screws to secure.
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Turn the gas supply back on, plug the power cord back in or restore the power supply and the gas range should be ready for use.