Gas Range Flat Style Oven Igniter (Older Platform) (GE OEM)

Description

Genuine GE OEM Gas Range Flat Style Oven Igniter (Older Platform) – Part WB2X9998

Part Number: WB2X9998

Replaces: AP2013635, PS230267, IG9998

Always verify compatibility using your appliance model number before ordering.

Gas Oven Flat-Style Igniter Kit

Restore fast, reliable ignition to your gas range with this Factory Certified Flat-Style Igniter. This universal kit is designed to replace both bake and broil igniters of varying lengths. If your oven takes forever to heat up, won’t light at all, or glows without ever producing a flame, this igniter has likely reached the end of its lifespan.

The igniter serves two roles: it acts as a heating element to light the gas and as a safety resistor that allows the gas valve to open once it reaches the correct temperature. As a Factory Certified Part, this kit is engineered to provide the exact amperage draw required to safely operate your oven’s gas valve.

Quick Info:

• Compatibility: Versatile design replaces shorter or longer flat-style igniters across multiple major brands.

• Fixes Common Issues: Resolves “glow but no flame” scenarios, slow preheating, and ovens that won’t light.

• Visual Check: A healthy igniter must glow white-hot. If your igniter glows red or orange for more than 90 seconds without ignition, it is too weak and must be replaced.

• Difficulty: Novice. Requires a multi-screwdriver and basic disassembly of the oven floor or broiler.

Pro Tip: The igniter element is extremely fragile. Do not touch the black silicon carbide tip with your fingers, as the oils from your skin can cause the part to overheat and crack prematurely. Handle the part only by its ceramic base.

Safety First: Unplug the range or shut off the circuit breaker before beginning. While you do not necessarily need to shut off the gas for this repair, it is recommended for added safety while working near the burner tubes.