Kenmore 79070502013 gas range Parts

A Kenmore gas range like model 79070502013 typically lasts 15 years with normal household use. Keeping burners lighting properly, maintaining steady oven ignition, and cleaning grease and spills regularly helps you reach that lifespan.

Most gas ranges reach their full service life when heat, ignition, and gas flow stay consistent.

• Heavy daily cooking shortens lifespan faster than occasional use
• Frequent self-clean cycles (if equipped) add heat stress to wiring and controls
• Poor ventilation and grease buildup can damage finishes and switches
• Repeated ignition problems can overwork igniters and spark components
• Improper installation clearances can increase heat exposure to surrounding parts

Use these habits to reduce wear on common failure points like igniters, sensors, and control components.

• Keep burner caps seated correctly and ports clear of food debris
• Wipe up boilovers quickly to prevent clogged burner heads and sticky valves
• Confirm each surface burner lights within a few seconds after purging air from the gas line
• Watch for slow oven ignition (30 to 60 seconds is normal; much longer points to an ignition issue)
• Follow the setup and clearance guidance in the 79070502013 installation guide

These issues do not always mean the range is done, but they are the most common repair triggers.

A 15-year lifespan assumes safe, stable ignition and proper combustion. When ignition gets unreliable, cooking performance drops and other components (like the gas valve and controls) can be stressed by repeated retries.

Last updated: February 2026

On the Kenmore gas range model 79070502013, you replace a spark electrode by removing the burner parts, swapping the electrode and its wire connection, then reassembling and verifying the burner lights within a few seconds in the LITE position. Use the 79070502013 installation guide for the correct burner-cap seating and ignition check.

• Turn all burner knobs to OFF.
• Shut off the gas supply to the range.
• Unplug the range (spark ignition uses electricity).
• Let the cooktop cool completely.
• Work in good light so you do not cross-thread screws or pinch wires.

1. Remove the burner grate.
2. Lift off the burner cap and burner head.
3. Remove the mounting screw holding the electrode to the orifice holder (a small screw is commonly used; see range screw 316240600 if yours is stripped or missing).
4. Pull the electrode up and disconnect the wire connector.
5. Connect the wire to the new electrode; push the connector on fully so it seats tight.
6. Reinstall the electrode into the orifice holder and secure it with the screw.
7. Reinstall the burner head and burner cap.

Correct burner-cap placement matters on this model.

• Center the cap on the burner head until it sits flat.
• You should feel or hear the cap “click” into place when seated.
• The cap should not slide off-center when nudged side to side.

After restoring power and gas:

• Turn one surface knob to LITE.
• You should hear rapid sparking.
• The burner should ignite once gas is available; after air is purged, ignition is typically within about 4 seconds.

A properly mounted electrode and correctly seated burner cap help the igniter spark reach the gas stream, so the burner lights quickly and the knob can be turned out of LITE without repeated clicking.

Last updated: February 2026

On the Kenmore 79070502013 gas range, Warm and Hold (keep warm) is used to keep cooked food warm after baking. On many settings, it turns on automatically when a timed bake finishes; pressing Stop/Cancel ends Warm and Hold and stops oven operations. See the exact key sequence in the 79070502013 owner's manual.

• Cook your food using Bake (or Timed Bake, if your model supports it).
• When the timed bake ends, keep warm typically starts automatically.
• If you want to start it manually, use the Warm and Hold/Keep Warm pad (wording varies by control overlay).
• Set the hold time or temperature if prompted.
• Press Start to begin.
• Press Stop/Cancel to turn Warm and Hold off.

• Make sure the oven is not in a power failure condition; reset controls to OFF after an outage.
• Confirm the oven control is accepting key presses (a worn overlay can cause missed inputs).
• Verify the oven is heating normally in Bake; a weak igniter can prevent proper oven operation.

Warm and Hold is designed to maintain serving temperature without continuing to cook aggressively. Using the correct setting helps prevent overcooking, drying out food, and unnecessary burner cycling.

Last updated: February 2026

On Kenmore gas range model 79070502013, the model and serial number plate is on the right-hand surface of the oven front frame; open the storage, warmer, or broiler drawer to see it. Use that exact model number when ordering parts or service.

• Pull out and open the storage drawer (if equipped).
• If there is no storage drawer, open the warmer drawer (if equipped).
• If neither is present, open the broiler drawer (common on many gas ranges).
• Look at the right-hand side of the oven front frame for the identification plate.
• Write down the model number, serial number, and lot number/letter.

For a diagram-style reference and other label locations used on similar ranges, check the 79070502013 installation guide.

The identification plate typically lists details that help match the correct Kenmore parts and settings:

• Match the model number exactly: 79070502013.
• Use the model number to choose the correct ignition and burner parts, such as the range oven burner igniter 5304509706 when troubleshooting oven ignition.
• If the label is hard to read, take a clear photo before cleaning.

Kenmore ranges often have multiple versions that look similar. Using the identification plate information prevents ordering the wrong igniter, temperature sensor, control overlay, or gas valve for your exact build.

Last updated: February 2026

Kenmore model 79070502013 is a Kenmore-branded gas range built on a Frigidaire/Electrolux manufacturing platform; the 790 model prefix is the key identifier used to tie Kenmore ranges to that maker. For confirmation on your exact unit, match the model and serial on the ID plate.

The identification plate for this range is on the right-hand surface of the oven front frame. You can access it by opening the storage drawer, warmer drawer, or broiler drawer (depending on configuration); see the installation guide.

• Open the lower drawer (storage, warmer, or broiler drawer)
• Locate the ID plate on the right side of the oven front frame
• Verify the full model number is 79070502013
• Record the serial number and any lot number/letter
• Use that information when ordering parts or requesting service

Kenmore is the brand on the front, but the manufacturing platform determines which components and designs your range uses (ignition system, gas valve style, control layout). That is why parts listings for Kenmore 790 models often cross-reference Frigidaire-style components.

If you are troubleshooting ignition or heating issues, these are examples of parts commonly associated with the Frigidaire-style platform used in Kenmore 790 ranges:

• Range oven burner igniter 5304509706 (oven burner ignition)
• Range pressure regulator 5304521339 (gas pressure control)
• Cooktop module 808608802 (spark/ignition module)

Why it matters: Using the correct manufacturer platform and exact model number prevents mismatched parts, repeat repairs, and unsafe operation.

Last updated: February 2026

If your Kenmore 79070502013 gas range oven is not heating, the most common causes are a weak oven burner igniter, a problem in the gas valve circuit, or an airflow/venting issue that prevents proper burner combustion. Use the ignition timing checks in the 79070502013 installation guide to pinpoint where the heat cycle stops.

• Confirm the range has electrical power; this oven uses an electric igniter to light the burner.
• Set Bake to 300°F and watch for ignition; normal ignition is typically within 60 seconds.
• Look for the igniter glow; it should glow before the burner lights.
• Make sure the oven vent and the area around the base/lower front panel are not blocked.
• If there was a power outage, reset all oven controls to OFF, then try again.

For model 79070502013, these parts are frequent solutions when the oven will not ignite or heat correctly:

• Range oven burner igniter 5304509706 (most common for “glows but won’t light”)
• Range oven gas valve (if the igniter is proven strong but the valve will not open)
• Range oven temperature sensor 316233903 (more common for incorrect temperature than no heat)

This Kenmore gas range relies on an electric igniter to heat up enough to open the oven gas valve and light the burner. If the igniter is weak, the valve may never open, so the oven stays cold even though the control is set to Bake.

Last updated: February 2026