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Problem
This Hotpoint oven is not heating to the temperature I set it to. It maxes out at around 180 degrees F. No matter what temperature I set it to.
What I've Tried
- Checked Gas Supply: I tested the stove burners and they work. I'm assuming the gas supply is okay.
- Replaced Safety Valve: I replaced the safety valve, but the problem persists.
- Replaced thermostat: I replaced the thermostat, but the problem persists.
- Watched Igniter: I watched the igniter while the oven was in bake. The igniter glows, but no gas is being released.
I am now at a loss, what else would cause this issue?
Expected Behavior
Gas should release when the oven is in bake.
Actual Behavior
No gas is being released when the oven is in bake.
Additional Information
- Logs or Error Messages: No error messages or fault codes displayed
Question
I have replaced the thermostat and safety valve in the oven. What else would cause the gas not to release?
Type: Oven
Brand: Hotpoint
Model: RGBS330DRWW
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Explanation
This issue you're facing is a failing igniter. (P/N: 5303935066)
Steps to Resolve
- Access igniter: Remove the bottom panel. Locate the igniter.
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Replace the igniter: Wire in the new igniter.
- Cut the wires to the old igniter.
- New igniter comes with ceramic wire caps. Use these to tie in the new igniter.
- Remove the old igniter off of the flame tube.
- Install the new igniter onto the flame tube.
- Test Oven: The oven should release the gas pretty quickly after pressing bake now.
- Reassemble the machine: Install the bottom panel.
Additional Tips
- The ceramic caps are big. Twist the ceramic nut on the wires, pull it off, then fold the wires over. Retwist the ceramic nut on the wires again and tug. The wires should not come loose.
- Do not touch the heating element itself. This will cause it to fail prematurely. Only touch the casing.
Theory of Operation
- The gas is released based on the amperage the igniter pulls. (a good test for igniters would be an amp draw test)
- Therefore when you see issues such as intermittent working oven, it is usually the igniter starting to wear out and not pull enough amperage.
- This is a safety feature to ensure gas is not being released when the igniter is not hot enough to light the gas.
- Even if you see a glowing igniter, this does not mean it is pulling enough amps.
- You'll see ovens that reach a certain temp and not get any hotter, and it will take a long time to get there. This is due to the igniter alone heating up the oven.
TLDR
Igniter must pull enough amps to release gas. Replace the igniter.
Example
Here's a video on how to replace the igniter: Replacing igniter in a gas range
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