DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the bake burner tube on a Kitchenaid double oven gas range (model #KFGD500ESS04). The most common reason for replacing the tube is if the oven will not bake.
All of the information in this tube 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 Bake Burner Tube Replacement
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Tools needed: 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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If you?re replacing the bake burner tube in the lower oven, you will need to pull the range away from the wall, then lift up the front of the appliance and support it in the center.
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Now unthread the two lower screws securing the door retaining brackets to the frame.
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Open the door and unthread the upper screws securing the door retaining brackets.
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Rotate the hinge locks back.
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Loosen the brackets and use tape to help secure them to the door.
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Partially close the door, then lift and pull the door toward you to remove.
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Remove the support and lower the range.
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Slide the bake burner tube cover to the left and lift up to remove.
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Unthread the wing nut and remove the shields.
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Unthread the screw securing the orifice cover and remove the cover.
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Next, unthread the burner tube mounting screw.
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Now slide the burner assembly to the right and lift up the front of the tube to detach.
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Use a 5/16th inch nut driver to unthread the screws securing the igniter to the tube.
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Gently set the igniter aside and remove the old burner tube.
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Before you install the new bake burner tube, confirm that the air shutter is opened the same amount as the old shutter.
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Now position the igniter on the new burner tube, then thread the screws to secure.
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Align the burner tube on the orifice as you insert the front tab into the slot in the base.
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Slide the assembly to the left, then thread the burner tube mounting screw.
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Reposition the orifice cover and secure it with the screw.
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Realign the shields then thread the wing nut.
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Reposition the bake burner cover and slide it to the right to lock it into place.
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Replace the oven racks.
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Support the front the range, then reinstall the door by inserting the door hinges into the hinge slots.
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Reposition the retaining brackets and rotate the hinge locks forward.
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Rethread the upper screws to secure the brackets.
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Close the door and thread the two lower screws to fully secure the retaining brackets.
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Remove the support and lower the range.
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You can replace the bake burner tube in the upper oven in the same manner as the lower oven, but you won?t need to remove the door.
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With the repair completed, 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.