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Hotpoint Gas stove burner won't light
If your Hotpoint gas stove burner won't light, start with the burner cap. A cap that is misaligned or not seated correctly can prevent the spark from reaching the gas and may also cause an uneven flame. Turn off the range and let the stovetop cool before repositioning it. If the burner cap is installed correctly, check the spark module, which supplies power to each burner's spark electrode. A weak or intermittent spark can indicate a defective spark module, but inspect the spark electrode and spark wire first. Next, verify the incoming power by testing the outlet and checking your home's circuit breakers or fuses. If other burners spark normally, the burner's spark ignition switch or its switch and harness assembly may have failed. A worn or defective spark electrode is another common cause, especially when the gas stove is clicking but not lighting. Replace the faulty part, and always shut off the gas and disconnect power before servicing. Enter your Hotpoint model number to find the exact replacement spark module, ignition switch, harness, or spark electrode for your gas range.
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 - Hotpoint 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 - Hotpoint 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 - Hotpoint 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 - Hotpoint 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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