Whirlpool 4342528 Igniter
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Whirlpool 4342528 Igniter
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Description
The Whirlpool 4342528 Igniter is a genuine OEM gas oven igniter used in select Whirlpool‑family ranges. This flat‑style igniter produces the high‑temperature glow needed to open the gas safety valve and ignite the bake burner, ensuring safe and consistent oven heating.
- Part number: 4342528 — authentic Whirlpool OEM oven igniter
- Function: Heats to the correct temperature to trigger the gas valve and ignite the burner
- Material: High‑temperature ceramic base with a durable silicon‑carbide heating element
- Design: Flat‑style igniter engineered for fast ignition and stable bake performance
- Performance: Restores proper oven heating, reduces preheat time, and ensures reliable burner ignition
- Symptoms of failure: Oven won’t heat, long preheat times, weak flame, intermittent ignition, or clicking without burner light
- Installation notes: Fragile component; handle carefully. Typically mounts near the bake burner and connects via a plug‑in harness
- Compatibility: Fits select Whirlpool, Roper, Estate, KitchenAid, and Kenmore gas ranges — verify with your model number
- OEM advantage: Correct amperage draw and heat output for safe, consistent ignition compared with generic igniters
