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Admiral Gas stove burner won't light

If your Admiral gas stove burner won't light, start with the simple causes. A burner cap that is not seated correctly can prevent the igniter from sparking properly, so turn off the stove, let the cooktop cool, and reposition the cap on the burner base. If the cap is correct, a defective spark module is a likely cause, especially when the gas stove keeps sparking weakly or intermittently. Check the spark electrode and spark wire before replacing the module. Next, verify that the range is receiving power by testing the electrical outlet and checking your home's circuit breakers or fuses. If the other burners spark but one burner does not, the burner's spark ignition switch may be defective. Some Admiral models require replacing the spark ignition switch and harness together. A worn or damaged spark electrode can also make the stove click but not light because it cannot produce a strong enough spark to ignite the gas. Always shut off the gas and power before servicing. Enter your model number to find the exact replacement spark module, ignition switch, spark wire, or spark electrode for your Admiral gas stove.

01 - Burner cap not on correctly

If the burner cap is misaligned on the burner base the igniter may not spark properly, and the burner flame will be uneven. Confirm the appliance is turned off and the stovetop is cool to the touch, then readjust the burner cap, if necessary, so it is seated properly on the burner base.
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02 - Admiral Range/Stove/Oven Spark Module

The spark modules provides power to each surface burner spark electrode. If the burner is produces a weak spark, or if the burner sparks intermittently, the spark module might be defective. Before replacing the spark module, first check the spark electrode and the spark wire. If the spark electrode and spark wire are not at fault, the spark module is likely defective. If the spark module is defective, replace it.
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03 - Incoming Power Problem

The electrical outlet may not be getting power. To determine if the outlet is getting power, try plugging something else into the outlet. If the outlet is not getting power, check the home circuit breakers or fuses.
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04 - Admiral Range/Stove/Oven Spark Ignition Switch

When the burner is turned on, the spark ignition switch sends voltage to the spark module to produce a spark. If the spark ignition switch is defective, it won't send voltage to the spark module, and the burner won't be able to produce a spark. If your range's burner isn't sparking, check to see if the other burners are sparking properly. If the other burners are sparking properly, the spark ignition switch is likely defective.
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05 - Admiral Range/Stove/Oven Spark Ignition Switch and Harness

When the burner is turned on, the spark ignition switch sends voltage to the spark module to produce a spark. If the spark ignition switch is defective, it won't send voltage to the spark module, and the burner won't be able to produce a spark. If your range's burner isn't sparking, check to see if the other burners are sparking properly. If the other burners are sparking properly, the spark ignition switch is likely defective. If the spark ignition switch is not sold separately, you will have to purchase the switch and harness assembly.
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06 - Admiral Range/Stove/Oven Spark Electrode

The spark electrode sends a spark to ignite the gas in the burner assembly. If the spark electrode is defective or worn out, it might not produce a spark, or the spark might be too weak to ignite the gas. As a result, the spark electrode will make a clicking sound when the burner is turned on, but the burner won't light. If the spark electrode is defective, replace it.
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