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How to reset Maytag gas oven?
To reset the oven controls on your Maytag MGR6600FZ0 gas range, cancel the current cycle, then restore power to clear the control board. If the control is locked, unlock it first; the oven will not operate until the lock is off.
- Press CANCEL to stop any bake, broil, or self-clean cycle.
- If CONTROL LOCK is on, press and hold CONTROL LOCK for 3 seconds to unlock.
- Turn the range OFF.
- Unplug the range (or switch the circuit breaker OFF) for 1 minute.
- Restore power, then set the clock if needed.
- Test by starting BAKE and confirming the oven begins heating.
These checks come straight from the setup and troubleshooting guidance for this model.
- Confirm the range is plugged into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
- Check the household fuse or circuit breaker.
- Make sure the gas supply line shutoff valve is fully open.
- If the range is newly installed or first use, light a surface burner for a few seconds to purge air from the gas lines.
- If the oven runs for about 5 minutes and stays cold, press CANCEL and have the range serviced.
A reset clears many temporary control glitches, but it will not fix a failed ignition or gas delivery problem.
| Symptom | Reset likely helps? | More likely cause |
|---|---|---|
| Display frozen or buttons unresponsive | Yes | Control glitch |
| “Locked” behavior, oven won’t start | Yes | Control lock enabled |
| Oven won’t heat but surface burners work | Sometimes | Ignition or bake system issue |
| No heat anywhere (oven and burners) | No | Power or gas supply issue |
On the MGR6600FZ0, the electronic oven control must be unlocked and operating correctly before it can open the gas valve and energize ignition. Resetting and verifying power and gas supply prevents unnecessary part replacement.
For control locations and exact keypad behavior on your unit, use the MGR6600FZ0 owner's manual. If you suspect an ignition failure, the range oven igniter WP9758079 is a common heat-related part for this model, and you can also search by model at Sears PartsDirect.
Last updated: February 2026
Why is my Maytag gas oven not working?
If your Maytag MGR6600FZ0 gas range oven will not operate, the most common causes are control lock being enabled, Demo mode being turned on, or air in the gas line (especially after installation). If the oven still will not heat, a failed igniter is a top suspect.
- Unlock the controls: press and hold CONTROL LOCK for 3 seconds.
- Turn off Demo mode (the oven will not heat in Demo): press CANCEL, CANCEL, Temp/Time “+”, KITCHEN TIMER to toggle Demo mode.
- Purge air from the gas line: turn on a surface burner for 30 to 60 seconds, then try Bake again.
- Confirm the oven is actually set to cook: set BAKE, choose a temperature, then press START.
- Check for power: the display and igniter need household power even though the oven uses gas.
A weak or failed oven igniter often prevents the gas valve from opening fully, so the burner never lights or takes a long time to light.
- If you smell gas without ignition, stop and ventilate the area.
- If there is no glow from the igniter during Bake, the igniter circuit or igniter itself is the first place we look.
Common replacement part for this symptom: Range oven igniter WP9758079
| What you notice | Most likely cause | What to do next |
|---|---|---|
| Display works, oven does nothing | Control lock or Demo mode | Unlock controls; turn off Demo mode |
| Surface burners work, oven will not light | Igniter issue or air in line | Purge air; inspect/replace igniter |
| Oven starts then stops | Control setting issue | Re-enter Bake settings per the MGR6600FZ0 owner's manual |
| Oven works sometimes | Weak igniter | Replace igniter |
On a gas range, the igniter and control settings are safety-related. If the igniter is weak or the control is in Demo mode, the oven can appear “dead” even though the cooktop still works.
- Operating steps, Control Lock, and Demo mode instructions: MGR6600FZ0 owner's manual
- Installation and leveling basics (gas supply setup can affect first ignition): MGR6600FZ0 installation guide
- Ordering replacement parts by model number: Sears PartsDirect
Last updated: February 2026
Why is my gas oven not igniting when I turn it on?
If your Maytag MGR6600FZ0 gas range won’t ignite, the most common causes are no power to the electronic ignition system, the gas shutoff being closed, air in the gas line (first use), Control Lock/Demo mode, or a weak oven igniter that can’t open the gas valve.
- Confirm the range is plugged in; reset the tripped breaker or replace a blown fuse.
- Verify the gas shutoff valve is fully open.
- If it’s the first time using the oven, run a surface burner for about a minute to purge air, then retry the oven.
- Make sure Control Lock is off (press and hold CONTROL LOCK for 3 seconds).
- If surface burners won’t light either, focus on power, gas supply, and burner cap placement.
| What you notice | Most likely cause | What to do next |
|---|---|---|
| No clicking, no heat | No power, controls locked, settings issue | Check breaker/fuse, unlock controls, verify settings in the manual |
| Clicking but no flame | Gas off, air in line, weak igniter | Open gas valve, purge air, test/replace igniter |
| Surface burners also fail | Power or gas supply issue | Confirm outlet power, breaker/fuse, shutoff valve, caps |
- Weak or failed igniter: replace the range oven igniter WP9758079.
- If you suspect a spark/ignition control problem affecting ignition: inspect the spark module (red) WPW10475149.
This range uses electronic ignition; it needs household power and gas flow. A weak igniter can glow or click but still not draw enough current to open the gas valve, so the oven never lights.
For model-specific operating checks (Control Lock, Demo mode, and normal ignition clicking), use the MGR6600FZ0 owner’s manual.
You can order replacement parts from the parts list for MGR6600FZ0, or search by model on Sears PartsDirect.
Last updated: February 2026
