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Heck yeah!, posted on November 5, 2009 at 13:43:18
JimK Audiophile Posts: 3608 Location: Maple Grove, MN. Joined: April 18, 2008 Contributor Since: October 2, 2008	Now, whether you'll get an honest or useful answer, well, that remains to be seen.... Whaddaya got? Jim

RE: Heck yeah!, posted on November 5, 2009 at 13:58:35

amandarae
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Thanks JimK!

One thing I learned from participating in AA, that for important things to consider, I'll take my chances from the guidance I can get here at Central than any other forums (don't get me started with the Cable Asylum!).

Any ways here it goes. I have a Kenmore Elite (Model Number 790.75903993) that displays the error message "F1" on the LCD which prevent the use of the oven features. I am researching a source for the part (igniter as I learned from Appliance forums discussing the error). I want to know if I can do the repair myself since Sears will charge me $220 per visit plus $150 for the part replacement (I inquired already).

Now, my question, does anybody have an experienced with replacing that part? How hard is it to do? I can get by building amps/preamps so I would say that I understand reading schematics or following directions regarding electrical connections.

regards all,

Abe

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Update!, posted on November 5, 2009 at 16:08:16

amandarae
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Thanks guys, for all the inputs!

I discovered that my problem seems to point to the EOC or the temp sensor and not with the igniter! Apologies for the wrong info.

According to my research from the Appliances forums, this particular type should read 1K at room temp. My unit reads ~100ohms!

I tried to test the sensor first after learning that the sensor and the EOC (Electronic Oven Control) display are the two possible parts that failed when the F1 error is displayed.

Now, I need to figure out how to take out the freaking sensor.

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Abe
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You've evidently got sound judgement, Abe..., posted on November 5, 2009 at 14:59:37

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as indicated by your choice of forum to pose your question... :o)

And yes, it's always good to see another moniker on the pages of this sometimes pleasantly eccentric but consistently low aggression forum... :o)

The consensus is that a person of your calibre should have no undue difficulty in solving your problem, but do post a note to let us know how you've got on... :o)

Have happy times... :o)

Bill.

Gas oven igniter., posted on November 5, 2009 at 14:25:10

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Given the DIY projects I've seen your name associated with, this should be a "piece of cake" for you! As "Prisoners" said, actually gaining access to the igniter will be the hardest part, but once that battle is over, the actual replacement will be quite straightforward. And self explanatory.....

One piece of advice I can give you: There is a very limited number of manufacturers for igniters, whether they be for furnaces, gas grilles, driers, or ovens, and they all have cross reference charts, so let your wallet do the talking. Take the Sears/Kenmore P/N and let Google be your friend. Or, perhaps you have a local appliance parts wholesaler in the area that will sell over the counter....

Sorry, I don't have any online links or sources. Every time I need parts for home appliances I go through a buddy....

Nice to see your moniker here on Central!

Jim

RE: Heck yeah!, posted on November 5, 2009 at 14:13:08
Brian Walsh Dealer Posts: 7084 Location: Barrington, Illinois (Chicago area) Joined: December 6, 1999	It sounds not too dissimilar to my having to replace the glow bar on my furnace a few years ago, or having to clean the flame sensor every now and then, because of the sulfur the gas company puts in for safety so you can smell any gas leaks. They're easy to replace. Brian Walsh

I replaced mine., posted on November 5, 2009 at 14:05:37
Prisoners Audiophile Posts: 1703 Location: Chicago Joined: June 13, 2004	It was pretty simple, it will either ignite or not so there really isn't a wrong way to do it. A couple of screws to hold it on and a simple plug-in connection. It took longer to access the part than it did to replace it. The part was about $70 but I got it for free because the repair guy eats at my pizza place quite often and had one on the truck. Baba-Booey to you all!

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