Admiral Oven/stove Repair – Salem, OH (FGF355AWH)

We responded to a service call in Salem, OH for an Admiral oven that wouldn’t heat up. The customer believed the igniter was going on it — you could see the light from it heating up, but the gas never lights. Our diagnosis confirmed the igniter was indeed the culprit.

The Problem

The oven won’t heat up. The customer could see the light from the igniter heating up, but the gas never lights. This is a classic symptom of a failing oven igniter that’s drawing current but not getting hot enough to open the gas valve.

Diagnosis

The igniter was glowing but not reaching the temperature needed to signal the gas valve to open. When igniters age, they weaken and can’t draw enough amperage to trigger the safety valve, leaving you with a glowing element but no gas flow.

The Repair

• Parts replaced: 5303935066 — Ignitor oven kit with nut
• Work performed: Replaced the oven ignitor
• Result: Preheated in approximately 10.5 minutes

Is It Worth Repairing?

Admiral ovens are generally solid, straightforward appliances that respond well to basic repairs like igniter replacement. If the rest of the unit is in decent shape, a new igniter should give you several more years of reliable service at a fraction of replacement cost.

Maintenance Tips for Admiral Ovens

• Keep the oven cavity clean — grease buildup can affect igniter performance and create safety hazards
• Don’t use foil on the oven bottom as it can block proper airflow and heat distribution
• Check that the igniter glows bright orange before gas ignition — dim or weak glow indicates it’s time for replacement

Appliance Repair in Salem, OH

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