Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Gas Range Pressure Regulator Valve Replacement #W10919226

Whirlpool Gas Range Pressure Regulator Valve Replacement #W10919226

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This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the pressure regulator valve on a Whirlpool gas range. The most common reason for replacing this part is if the range is leaking gas or won't light.

All of the information for this part replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool

Step By Step Instructions

1
Whirlpool Gas Range - WFG745H0FS1
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Gas Range Pressure Regulator Valve Replacement
3
Tools needed: 9/16th inch wrench or an adjustable wrench, Phillips-head screwdriver or a number two square-drive bit
4
Shock Hazard
5
Be sure to unplug the power cord or shut off the power supply.
6
Fire Hazard
7
Shut off the gas supply as well.
8
Pull the range away from the wall so you can access the rear of the appliance.
9
Unthread the gas supply line from the regulator valve.
10
Use a 9/16th inch wrench or an adjustable wrench to unthread the nuts to release the gas supply tubes from the valve.
11
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver or a number two square-drive bit to unthread the mounting screws securing the valve to the rear panel.
12
Slide the valve to the left to detach ? note the orientation of the wires ? then disconnect them.
13
Prepare the new pressure regulator valve for installation by tranferring the fitting from the old valve to the new one.
14
Apply new thread sealant to the threads of the fitting.
15
Be aware ? if you range uses liquid propane, you will need to reverse the regulator cap.
16
Unthread the cap, turn it over, and thread the opposite end into the regulator.
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If using liquid propane, you will also need to transfer the orifice from the old valve to the new one.
18
Now connect the wire connecters.
19
Position the valve on the rear panel so the orifice is inserted into the bake burner tube, then secure the valve with the mounting screws.
20
Insert the gas supply tubes into the valve then thread the nuts ? be careful not to damage the tubes by overtightening the nuts.
21
Confirm that the new regulator valve is in the ?on? position.
22
Attach the gas supply line to the regulator valve.
23
Turn the gas supply back on and test the connections by applying a non-corrosive leak-detection solution.
24
The solution will bubble is there is a leak.
25
Once you?ve confirmed the connections are secure and leak-free, plug the power cord back in or restore the power supply and the gas range should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the pressure regulator valve on a Whirlpool gas range. The most common reason for replacing this part is if the range is leaking gas or won't light.

All of the information for this part replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Whirlpool Gas Range - WFG745H0FS1
2
Gas Range Pressure Regulator Valve Replacement
3
Tools needed: 9/16th inch wrench or an adjustable wrench, Phillips-head screwdriver or a number two square-drive bit
4
Shock Hazard
5
Be sure to unplug the power cord or shut off the power supply.
6
Fire Hazard
7
Shut off the gas supply as well.
8
Pull the range away from the wall so you can access the rear of the appliance.
9
Unthread the gas supply line from the regulator valve.
10
Use a 9/16th inch wrench or an adjustable wrench to unthread the nuts to release the gas supply tubes from the valve.
11
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver or a number two square-drive bit to unthread the mounting screws securing the valve to the rear panel.
12
Slide the valve to the left to detach ? note the orientation of the wires ? then disconnect them.
13
Prepare the new pressure regulator valve for installation by tranferring the fitting from the old valve to the new one.
14
Apply new thread sealant to the threads of the fitting.
15
Be aware ? if you range uses liquid propane, you will need to reverse the regulator cap.
16
Unthread the cap, turn it over, and thread the opposite end into the regulator.
17
If using liquid propane, you will also need to transfer the orifice from the old valve to the new one.
18
Now connect the wire connecters.
19
Position the valve on the rear panel so the orifice is inserted into the bake burner tube, then secure the valve with the mounting screws.
20
Insert the gas supply tubes into the valve then thread the nuts ? be careful not to damage the tubes by overtightening the nuts.
21
Confirm that the new regulator valve is in the ?on? position.
22
Attach the gas supply line to the regulator valve.
23
Turn the gas supply back on and test the connections by applying a non-corrosive leak-detection solution.
24
The solution will bubble is there is a leak.
25
Once you?ve confirmed the connections are secure and leak-free, plug the power cord back in or restore the power supply and the gas range should be ready for use.

Applicable Product Model

Range/Stove/Oven
Brand
Product Type
Model
Subtype
Gas
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