XPARTCO W11590294 Gas Oven Igniter
- Sku: XPW11590294
- Vendor: XPARTCO
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XPARTCO W11590294 Gas Oven Igniter
XPARTCO W11590294 Gas Oven Igniter
The XPARTCO W11590294 is an aftermarket replacement flat-style silicon carbide gas oven igniter compatible with select Whirlpool, Amana, Maytag, KitchenAid, Crosley, Jenn-Air, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore gas ranges in the WFG, AGR, VRGW, and related series. The oven igniter is a silicon carbide heating element mounted next to the oven burner tube. When a bake or broil cycle is started, the igniter draws electrical current through the gas safety valve, which holds the valve open — and simultaneously heats to ignition temperature to light the gas. The igniter must draw at least 3.2 amps to hold the gas valve fully open; as the silicon carbide element ages and weakens, it draws progressively less current, causing the oven to take too long to light, not light at all, or glow without ever opening the gas valve.
This flat-style igniter is rated 3.3–3.6 amps at 120V and measures approximately 4" wide x 1" high. It features a silicon carbide element, high-temperature ceramic housing, and metal bracket. The current part number W11590294 directly supersedes W11208965, W11613927, and W11506321 — all four are the same igniter across successive production revisions. It also replaces 4977065, AP7193166, PS16744629, and EAP16744629. Pre-attached wire connectors included. Note: do not touch the silicon carbide element with bare hands — skin oils cause premature burnout. Installs in 15–30 minutes with basic hand tools.
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The XPARTCO W11590294 Gas Oven Igniter fixes Whirlpool-family gas ovens that won't heat, where the igniter glows but the burner never lights, or where preheat takes too long. Flat silicon carbide igniter, 3.3–3.6A, 120V, approx. 4"W x 1"H. Do not touch element with bare hands. Replaces W11208965, W11613927, W11506321, 4977065, AP7193166, PS16744629. Compatible with Whirlpool WFG320/WFG505, Amana AGR4203/AGR6303, Crosley VRGW, Maytag, KitchenAid, and more.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Oven not heating — igniter not reaching operating temperature or gas valve not opening
- Igniter glows orange or red but the oven burner never lights
- Oven takes more than 90 seconds to ignite — igniter too weak to fully open the gas valve
- Oven preheats very slowly — weakened igniter limiting gas valve opening
- Gas smell when oven is turned on but burner does not light
- Igniter visibly cracked, broken, or burned out
- Bake or broil function not working on compatible models
Replaces Part Numbers
This oven igniter directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
W11590294, W11208965, W11506321, W11613927, AP7193166, AWP45526, EAP16744629, PD00083398, PS16744629.
W11590294 is the current production part number superseding W11208965, W11613927, and W11506321 — all four are the same igniter. If your parts diagram shows any of these numbers, this replacement is correct. Contact our support team with your model number if you need confirmation before ordering.
Compatibility
This oven igniter is compatible with select gas ranges and ovens from the following brands and series:
- Whirlpool gas ranges — WFG320 series (WFG320M0MB0, WFG320M0MS0, WFG320M0MW0 and related models)
- Whirlpool gas ranges — WFG505 series (WFG505M0BS4, WFG505M0BW3, WFG505M0MB0, WFG505M0MS0, WFG505M0MW0 and related models)
- Amana gas ranges — AGR4203 series (AGR4203MNB0, AGR4203MNW0 and related models)
- Amana gas ranges — AGR6303 series (AGR6303MMB0, AGR6303MMW0 and related models)
- Crosley gas ranges — VRGW series (VRGW3150RB0, VRGW3150RW0, VRGW3162RB0, VRGW3162RS0, VRGW3162RW0 and related models)
- Maytag gas ranges (select models)
- KitchenAid gas ranges (select models)
- Jenn-Air gas ranges (select models)
- Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore gas ranges (select models)
Always verify your appliance model number before ordering. Contact our support team if you're unsure.
Key Features
- Flat-style silicon carbide oven igniter — heats to ignition temperature and draws current through the gas safety valve to hold it open so gas can flow to the burner
- Draws 3.3–3.6 amps at 120V — correct amperage range to reliably open the oven gas safety valve on compatible models
- Dimensions: approximately 4" wide x 1" high
- Silicon carbide element, high-temperature ceramic housing, metal mounting bracket
- Pre-attached wire connectors included — direct plug-in installation on compatible models
- Current production part superseding W11208965, W11613927, and W11506321
- Do not touch the silicon carbide element with bare hands — skin oils cause premature burnout
- Compatible with Whirlpool WFG320/WFG505, Amana AGR4203/AGR6303, Crosley VRGW, Maytag, KitchenAid, and related brands
- Aftermarket replacement built to OEM-equivalent quality standards
- DIY repair — installs in 15–30 minutes with basic hand tools
Product Specifications
| Part Number | XPW11590294 |
| Supersedes | W11208965, W11613927, W11506321 |
| Part Type | Gas Oven Flat Igniter (Hot Surface Igniter) |
| Condition | Aftermarket Replacement |
| Application | Gas Ranges and Ovens |
| Igniter Style | Flat silicon carbide element |
| Amperage Draw | 3.3 – 3.6 Amps |
| Voltage | 120V AC |
| Dimensions | Approximately 4" W x 1" H |
| Material | Silicon carbide / Ceramic / Metal / Plastic |
| Color | White / Silver |
| Connector | Pre-attached wire connectors |
| Handling Note | Do not touch element — skin oils cause premature burnout |
| Compatible Brands | Whirlpool, Amana, Maytag, KitchenAid, Crosley, Jenn-Air, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, Kenmore |
Installation Notes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the relationship between W11590294, W11208965, W11613927, and W11506321?
These are all part numbers for the same gas oven igniter across successive production revisions by Whirlpool. W11506321 was an earlier version, W11613927 and W11208965 were subsequent updates, and W11590294 is the current production number. All four are the same flat silicon carbide igniter with the same specifications, dimensions, and function. If your range's parts diagram or old igniter shows any of these numbers, this replacement covers all of them.
My oven igniter glows but the burner never lights — is this the right part?
Yes — an igniter that glows but fails to light the burner is the most common symptom of a weakened igniter. The gas safety valve requires at least 3.2 amps of current draw through the igniter to hold it open. As the silicon carbide element ages, it draws less current — eventually reaching a point where it glows visibly but no longer draws enough current to fully open the gas valve. If the igniter glows for more than 90 seconds without the burner lighting, it needs replacement. The W11590294 is rated 3.3–3.6 amps, which is the correct range to reliably activate the safety valve on compatible models.
What is the difference between W11590294 and W11176454?
Both are flat silicon carbide oven igniters for Whirlpool-family gas ranges, but for different model series. The W11590294 is used on the WFG320, WFG505, and related entry-level Whirlpool and Amana gas ranges. The W11176454 (which replaces W10914411) is used on higher-end Whirlpool, Amana, and Maytag models across a broader range of WFG, MGR, and related series. They have the same amperage rating and igniter style but are not always interchangeable — always verify your model number before ordering to confirm which igniter is correct for your range.
How do I test if the oven igniter has failed?
The most practical test is observation: if the igniter glows for more than 90 seconds without the burner lighting, the igniter is too weak. For a more precise test, use a multimeter in resistance mode — disconnect the igniter and measure resistance across the element. A working W11590294-style igniter typically reads between 40–100 ohms at room temperature. An open circuit (infinite resistance) means the element has burned through completely. You can also test in operation by measuring current draw at the igniter circuit — a reading below 3.2 amps indicates the igniter is too weak to reliably open the gas valve.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is an aftermarket replacement part built to OEM-equivalent quality standards. It is not a genuine Whirlpool OEM part, but is manufactured from silicon carbide, ceramic, metal, and plastic to match the amperage draw, dimensions, and performance of the original W11590294 gas oven igniter.
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