Whirlpool Range Repair (Model WFG320M0BS0) – Massillon, OH

A Whirlpool range in Massillon wouldn’t light and couldn’t hold temperature. We found a failed bake igniter — the part that starts combustion and signals the gas valve to open.

The Problem

The customer reported their oven wouldn’t ignite at all. When it occasionally did light, it couldn’t maintain the set temperature, cycling on and off unpredictably. This made any kind of consistent baking impossible.

Diagnosis

The bake igniter was drawing insufficient current to open the gas valve. Over time, these igniters weaken and can’t reach the amperage needed to signal for gas flow. Even when they glow orange, they may lack the electrical strength to complete the ignition sequence.

The Repair

• Parts replaced: W10918546 — bake igniter assembly
• Work performed: Removed old igniter, installed new assembly, tested gas valve operation
• Result: Oven lit in 58 seconds and preheated to 350°F in 7.5 minutes

Is It Worth Repairing?

This WFG320M0BS0 model is a solid mid-range Whirlpool that typically runs 10-15 years with basic maintenance. An igniter replacement on a range this age usually makes financial sense, especially since the rest of the components are likely in good condition.

Maintenance Tips for Whirlpool Ranges

• Keep the igniter area clean — food debris can cause premature failure by creating hot spots
• Don’t use foil on the oven bottom, which can reflect heat back onto the igniter
• If ignition takes longer than usual (over 90 seconds), schedule service before complete failure

Appliance Repair in Massillon, OH

Massillon is in Stark County — an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve Canton, North Canton, and Alliance. Louisville Appliance Repair is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician with Bosch and Speed Queen factory authorizations. If your appliance needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Stark County and surrounding areas.