I was trying to bake something in my oven, so I turned it on and set the temp. I waited for it to heat up since the 'on' light was on, and it worked earlier today. When I opened it up, however, I noticed that I couldn't hear it turning on and that it wasn't heating up. I have a gas-powered Whirlpool oven that I have no idea how to fix, but before I hire someone to look at it, I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on what to check or what may be wrong.
2007-12-26 11:02:44 · 11 answers · asked by Nikita R 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I do have other gas fixtures. The thing is that the stove on top of the oven has 4 different plates that all work great. Could it still be the pilot light (no idea what that is btw)?
2007-12-26 11:14:09 · update #1
No, when I said I couldn't hear it turn on, I meant that I didn't hear that weird whoosh sound after the gas turns on.
2007-12-26 11:36:14 · update #2
First off, Whirlpool hasn't made gas ranges with standing pilot flames in about 15 years. Pretty much everything manufactured since then by Whirlpool and everyone else, has an electronic ignition system that uses a small arcing electrode for the top burners and glo igniters made of a ceramic material for the ovens. If your oven isn't heating, that will be the problem. These igniters must heat to a certain temp. to allow a certain electrical flow to the gas safety valve near the bottom rear of the unit, below the oven. Once the temp. is reached and the safety valve receives the proper voltage, it opens and allows gas to escape into the burner tube. It ignites as soon as it hits the glowing element. If the element breaks completely there will be no glo at all, if it's just cracked there will be a very brite spot at the point of the crack. Either way it needs to be replaced. This is not accessed thru the back of the range, but rather from inside the oven, or under the oven in the broiler area. They're not easy to replace, but then they're not rocket science either. If you or hubby are moderately handy with tools, you can call an appliance parts supply store with the make and model of your range and they can supply a new igniter. They usually run between $50 - $75.
2007-12-26 14:57:16 · answer #1 · answered by Corky R 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you smell gas? The pilot might be gone. If the pilot isn't lit, there is nothing to light the gas that is coming into the stove.
Do you have any other gas powered fixtures? Perhaps the gas is off.
Edit:
It still could be the pilot. That is a little flame that is used to light the heat flame on an oven or stove. Your oven and stove probably don't share the same pilot. If you look at your stove burners when they are off, you will see a faint flame inside. The oven should have one too. Sometimes they go out from wind or a breeze and need to be re-lit (especially with older appliances) and sometimes the mechanism needs to be replaced.
2007-12-26 11:06:22 · answer #2 · answered by karina 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
from the comment "i couldnt hear it turning on " i will take that to meant you did not hear the clicking noise you usually hear when you turn it on
that would mean you auto igniter has given out
thats the little piece that keeps sparking till the gas ignites
actually very easy to replace
pull the stove out away from the wall enough to unplug the 110 outlet from the wall
then remove the base plate from the bottom of the oven
the two screws in the back at the base
with the screws out the cover lifts out rasie the back enough to pull backward so the front will pop up
you will see a small thin white wire going to a little silver box mounted on the side toward the back of the center gas burner
remove the small screw holding it in place and slide out
follow the white wire to the other end and unplug it
take that wire and box to your service center get a new one and reverse the process
in twenty minutes it will be back together and your oven will be good as new
2007-12-26 11:29:58 · answer #3 · answered by Imagine 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have the same stove and had the same problem. The electric pilot is worn out and has to be replaced. It is not getting hot enough to turn on the gas which is controlled by a sensor. I didn't believe it at first but when the tech. explained it, I said, "oh yea, that makes sense"
2007-12-26 11:08:40 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check to see if it has a pilot light or spark ignition . If it is pilot , try to reach way back through the broiler pan and light , if is spark see if you can tell if it sparking where the pilot is , it could have to much dust on the sensor , if so , try a soft brush and wisk it and maybe it will light . You might also see if your gas meter has been shut off .
2007-12-26 11:13:20 · answer #5 · answered by wolf man 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe it was still hot from the previous usage and the temperature was set to heat to a cooler temperature than the oven was actually AT?
Just a thought...
(but I feel I should admit that I've never even heard of a Whirlpool oven before.)
2007-12-26 11:09:01 · answer #6 · answered by franja 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Dutch Oven needs to be introduced into the relationship as soon as possible. Once they are accepting of it, it will make the Hot Carl, Angry Pirate and Cajun Hotstick more enjoyable.
2016-05-26 10:58:50 · answer #7 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check to see if it has a pilot.(small flame that is always on) If it is a newer stove then your igniter is probably broken, then you will have to call a repair person, but check for a pilot flame first.
2007-12-26 11:07:35 · answer #8 · answered by L. J. C. 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like pilot is out; the gas company will light it for you, so call them.
2007-12-26 11:05:40 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
was it plugged up,was the pilot light on?try self lighting then turn it all the way up
2007-12-26 11:07:20 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋