Whirlpool GLT3014G, Owner'S Manual

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5-1
COMPONENT TESTING
THE IGNITOR SWITCHES
NOTE: The ignitor switches are connected to
each other in a parallel configuration so that if
one switch fails, the others will still operate. To
check each of the ignitor switches for proper
operation, perform the following steps.
1. Remove the maintop from the cooktop
(see page 4-2).
2. Reinstall the knobs back on the valve
stems.
Refer to Figure 5-1 on the next page.
3. Disconnect the black ignitor switch wire
from the line cord connector and the white
wire from the spark module terminal.
4. Connect the leads of an ohmmeter to the
ends of the spark module wires.
5. Set the ohmmeter to the R x 1 scale.
6. Press and turn one of the gas valve knobs
to the LITE position. At that point, the
switch should close, and the meter should
indicate continuity.
7. Continue to turn the knob away from the
LITE position. The switch should open,
and the meter should indicate an open
(infinite
∞
) circuit.
8. Repeat steps 6 & 7 for all of the other
ignitor switches. If the readings are not as
stated, replace the entire ignitor switch
assembly (they are supplied as an assem-
bly and cannot be changed individually).
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect from electrical and gas supplies
before servicing unit.
Failure to do so could result in death, elec-
trical shock, or explosion.