Amana Igniter or Gas Safety Valve Failure

Gas oven will not ignite, and no error code is displayed. You may hear clicking but observe no flame, or you might smell gas briefly before it shuts off.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Weak bake igniter drawing insufficient current, open bake igniter, failed oven safety valve, or a loose connection at the igniter or valve.

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off the gas supply at the shutoff valve and disconnect power before servicing. Gas leaks and faulty ignition components are hazardous.

  • Observe ignition attempt: With panels in place and power on, start a bake cycle and watch through the oven window:
    • If the igniter never glows, it may be open or not receiving power.
    • If the igniter glows but the burner never lights, the igniter is likely too weak to open the gas valve.
  • Access and test igniter:
    • Disconnect power and gas.
    • Remove the oven bottom panel and flame spreader to expose the bake burner and igniter.
    • Inspect the igniter for cracks or damage.
    • Measure igniter resistance; an open reading indicates failure.
  • Replace igniter: If weak or open, replace with the correct Amana flat or round style igniter for your model. Do not touch the new igniter element with bare fingers.
  • Safety valve check: If a new igniter glows strongly but the burner still does not light, the oven safety valve may be defective and should be replaced by a qualified technician.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Oven Bake Igniter
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