WB19K31 General Electric Range/Stove/Oven Natural Gas Safety Valve

Range/Stove/Oven Natural Gas Safety Valve

This component is essential for situations where the oven fails to heat up, the igniter glows without lighting, or the oven produces insufficient heat. It is compatible with GE products, including Hotpoint, General Electric, and select Sears-Kenmore models. The primary role of this GE Oven Safety Valve is to control the release of gas, ensuring it only occurs when the igniter has reached the necessary voltage for safe ignition. This mechanism significantly reduces the risks associated with unburned gas.

The valve may fail due to prolonged wear and tear, corrosion, or repeated thermal expansion and contraction, which can lead to cracks or breaks in its sensitive regulation components. Additionally, accumulation of mineral deposits or dirt can hinder the valve's ability to open and close effectively.

Indications of a malfunctioning safety valve include:

- Gas leakage or emission without the igniter being activated
- Failure of the oven or burners to ignite despite the valve being activated

This GE OEM part is also suitable for use with Hotpoint, RCA, and select Kenmore models.