DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the broil igniter on a Kitchenaid double oven gas range (model #KFGD500ESS04). The most common reason for replacing the igniter is if the broil burner will not light.
All of the information in this igniter replacement 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 Igniter Replacement
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Tools needed: Phillips-head screwdriver, 5/16th inch nut driver
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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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Disconnect the broil igniter wire connecter.
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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 burner tube assembly off of the orifice.
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Unthread the screw to release the small cover from the rear of the oven and you can fully remove the broil burner tube assembly.
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You can use a 5/16th inch nut driver to unthread the two mounting screws to release the old igniter from the tube.
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Install the new broil igniter by aligning it on the burner tube, then thread the mounting screws to secure it.
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Feed the igniter wire through the hole in the back of the oven.
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Replace the cover and secure it with the screw.
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Fully reposition the burner tube assembly on the orifice and rethread the front screw to secure.
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Returning to the rear of the appliance, connect the igniter wire connecter.
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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.