How to Light a Maytag Gas Oven

Written By
James Clark
James Clark
Published: Apr 7, 2011
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read
  1. Push in and turn any control knob counterclockwise to ignite the corresponding surface or oven burner.

  2. Dial the knob to the desired flame setting for cooking.

  3. Light a wooden kitchen match during a power outage when you wish to use the Maytag oven. Hold the flame on the martch tip close to the burner before pushing in and turning the burner's control knob to the "IGNITE" setting.

Warnings

When lighting the oven with a match, light the match before turning the control knob that releases gas to the burner. This prevents an explosive buildup of gas around the burner.

James Clark

James Clark began his career in 1985. He has written about electronics, appliance repair and outdoor topics for a variety of publications and websites. He has more than four years of experience in appliance and electrical repairs. Clark…

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