How to Repair Gas Cooktop Burners

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In This Article: Burner Hisses or Sputters Gas Burner Does Not Work TOOLS AND MATERIALS NEEDED TOOLS Screwdriver, toothpick, metal rod MATERIALS Replacement igniter, replacement burner switch Gas burners my hiss or sputter or cease to work at all. Here is some helpful information on how to repair and maintain gas burners. Burner Hisses or […]

How to Repair an Electric Cooktop

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Perform your own DIY electric cooktop repairs with this helpful how-to, which offers fixes and safety tips for repairing stove-top burners. When an electric cooktop element (“burner”) doesn’t work, either it isn’t receiving electric power or it’s likely that the element or receptacle it plugs into is faulty. Check the other elements. If none work, […]

Kitchen Hoods & Fans Buying Guide

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Cooktop ventilators and range hoods have funnel-shaped interiors designed to pull odors, smoke, and heat up through a filter and blower and exhaust them outside, though they must be sized and installed correctly. (Commercial ranges require a commercial-style ventilation unit, which is quieter and also removes substantial amounts of grease.) Cabinet-mounted and freestanding ventilators should […]

Range & Oven Repairs

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In This Article: What to Check First Oven Bakes Poorly How to Recalibrate an Oven Faulty Bake or Broil Element Tips for Cleaning Your Oven An in-depth step-by-step guide that shows how to perform range and oven repairs, from performing the first check to troubleshooting common problems. As more and more features of ranges become […]