In the case of a power outage, you can light the surface burners with a match on your electric ignition gas or dual fuel range or gas cooktop. Hold a lighted match to the burner, then turn the knob to the low position. The oven of your gas range is lit by electric ignition, eliminating the need for standing pilots.
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That said, if you’ve never done it or seen it done (anyone ever have a really old gas stove when you were growing up?), you might not want to try it. I think this is a pretty lost skill by this point. I can’t even find a YouTube video showing the correct procedure. I’m almost motivated to shoot my own video. But not quite.
Step 4-Lighting Your Premier Range Oven Pilot
FAQ
Can you light a gas oven if the igniter is not working?
Is it safe to manually light a gas oven?
How do you ignite a gas oven?
Once you have located the pilot light, use a long-handled lighter to ignite the flame. Hold the lighter close to the pilot light and press the ignition button to create a spark. The flame should ignite the gas and the pilot light should stay lit. After you have successfully lit the pilot light, you can turn on the oven to the desired temperature.
Can you light a gas oven if it is not working?
If your gas oven’s electronic ignition system is not working, you may need to manually light the oven to ensure it heats up properly. 2. Can I use a regular lighter to light the pilot light?
How do you light a gas oven?
Hold the lighter close to the pilot light and press the ignition button to create a spark. The flame should ignite the gas and the pilot light should stay lit. After you have successfully lit the pilot light, you can turn on the oven to the desired temperature. The burner should light automatically and your oven should be ready for use.
How do you turn on a gas oven?
You can successfully turn on your gas oven with the following easy steps: First, find the pilot light hole. Next, find the pilot light ignition button or knob. Press and hold that button/knob. Light the pilot light with a flame. There is more detail to the steps and a few safety precautions involved. But it is as easy as it sounds.