The Oven and Range Igniter is an authentic OEM replacement part tailored for GE ovens, compatible with brands like Hotpoint, General Electric, and Sears-Kenmore. This part addresses typical issues including insufficient heating during baking, failure of the gas igniter to start, or the appliance refusing to operate. Its primary function is to conduct electrical current through the oven's safety valve, facilitating gas burner ignition to achieve the desired oven temperature. Additionally, it can substitute for both bake and broil igniters in specific models.
Included in the igniter kit are a mounting bracket, connector, and 8-inch leads with female pins. If the igniter emits a glow for over 90 seconds without igniting the gas, it indicates insufficient power to open the valve, suggesting a replacement is necessary. The package provides a bracket and lead/plug essential for installation.
As an OEM component, this igniter ensures compatibility and performance equal to the original part. It effectively resolves issues such as a non-igniting glowing gas igniter and a non-starting appliance, restoring your oven to peak operation without the complications of mismatched or subpar parts.