Hi, I have a GE xl44 model # jgbs23bea5wh gas range. The problem is the oven flame is very low. I replaced the ignitor which didn’t solve the problem. I thought I would replace the Valve pn# AP3423440 next. I would like to know if the safety valve could cause this problem or what I can do to trouble shoot this problem. Thank you.
Do you use natural or LP gas? Did this just recently start?
I have LP gas. It’s been like this for awhile but I would really like to get it working. The oven won’t go above about 275
Check your oven burner to see if it has any corrosion in it.
Nat
The oven burner looks clean no visible corrosion. This happened fairly quickly. The first time I noticed a problem I was baking at 350 and the oven wouldn’t hold and went down to 275-300 even when I turned it up to broil. It has gotten a bit worse since I first noticed the problem. The burner fires up just fine , the flame is even and blue all the way around.
Check the thermostat. that maybe where yhour problem lies.
Nat
Electric thermostat Part Number: AP4324689 behind the oven control knob under the front panel ? How would I check it?
The easiest way is with an ohm meter, testing for continuity. If you are uncertain on how to do this there are several posts on testing components.
Nat
Reads about 1.5 ohms - doesn’t change much when I rotate the knob. What should the correct reading be between low and high?
Check for continuity of the part. Not an ohm reading.
Nat
With the red hot wire connected to the control I’m getting 120 v through the switch to the side the yellow wire is connected when I rotate it to the on position. Is this correct? Thanks for the help.
Yes, that sounds right. Is it cycling on & off or does it continually burn and only get to the 275?
Nat
No cycling only went to 250 after about 15 min. Just a steady low blue flame.
Remove the burner,inspect and clean the orifice. Also that orifice has a nut on it for a reason. As you turn it counter clockwise it opens the hole and allows more gas to come out. Whenever I set the burner I want it to not exceed half way up the flame spreader. You don’t want the flames to tickle over the flame spreader and start a fire. About halfway up the spreader will make a good even heat.To adjust it turn the oven on and lay on your back with a good fitting wrench and turn the orifice while you are watching the flame.The orifice is mounted right on top of the oven safety valve. New ones do not come factory set. The tech must do it.
I removed the burner and cleaned the orifice-It looked clean- I checked the regulator and it is correctly set for propane…The adjustment for the orifice is to turn it in all the way for propane …It is set correctly…I did notice that oven temp control doesn’t have any effect on the flame height. I turned the control to low the burner lights but as I turn it up the flame stays the same.
Max
As I stated before I think the problem is in the thermostat/temp control it doesn’t seem to be working properly, but I can’t see what you see only can go by work we’ve done in the past and online technical research.
Nat
Nat yeah I’m kind of inclined to go with the control also. I’m going to give that a shot and at least eliminate the control as the cause. I’ll order one and post back the results. Thanks for the help I didn’t want to just start throwing parts at it just guessing. Max
I can understand that, you can get them here cheaper than anywhere(unless you buy wholesale), but it can add up quick.
If we can be of further assistance let us know.
Nat
I will order from here. I checked around and your prices are good. I also really appreciate the forum and being able to go through the trouble shooting process with someone knowledgeable.
Well I try, but I’m just a volunteer…not actually affiliated with the site at all.
Just a small applinace repair shop in Missouri and I like to help people when I can.
Nat