Kenmore 79078642601 gas range Parts

A Kenmore gas range like model 79078642601 typically lasts 15 years with normal household use. Regular cleaning (especially grease-prone areas) and fixing ignition or temperature issues early helps you get the full service life; see the maintenance and safety guidance in the owner's manual.

Typical lifespan and what affects it

Most gas ranges reach the 15-year mark when the burners light reliably, the oven holds temperature, and the door seals well.

Common factors that shorten lifespan:

• Heavy daily cooking and frequent high-heat use
• Grease buildup under burners and around the oven cavity
• Running the oven with a damaged door gasket (heat loss)
• Ignition problems that delay lighting (extra wear on igniters)
• Skipping basic checks like burner flame quality and oven temperature accuracy

Maintenance that makes the biggest difference

These steps prevent common failures and help cooking performance stay consistent:

• Clean spills promptly; keep areas under surface burners free of grease
• Keep burner ports clear so flames stay even and blue
• Replace a weak oven igniter if bake or broil takes too long to light
• Replace a worn door gasket if you feel heat leaking around the door
• If the oven temperature seems off, test and replace the sensor if needed

Parts that commonly wear over time (and what they do)

Symptom	Likely wear item	What it affects
Oven temp swings or inaccurate baking	Frigidaire range oven temperature sensor 316490000	Temperature feedback to the control
Oven will not heat or heats slowly	Frigidaire range bake igniter 5304534663	Lights the bake burner
Heat leaking, longer preheat times	Range oven door seal 5304498835	Keeps heat inside the oven
Oven light out	Range oven light bulb 316538904	Interior visibility

Why it matters

A gas range that lights quickly and seals heat properly cooks more evenly, preheats faster, and reduces stress on components like igniters, valves, and controls.

Last updated: February 2026

On your Kenmore gas range model 79078642601, the model and serial number are printed on an identification plate on the right side of the oven front frame, inside the storage drawer or warmer drawer compartment. Pull the drawer out to see the plate; confirm the exact location in the owner's manual.

How to find the identification plate

• Turn the range off and let it cool completely.
• Pull the storage drawer or warmer drawer straight out.
• Look at the right-hand side of the oven front frame (the frame opening behind the drawer).
• Write down the model number and serial number exactly as shown.
• Keep the numbers handy when ordering parts like an igniter, temperature sensor, or burner components.

What the model and serial number are used for

Your identification plate information helps us match the correct Kenmore parts and specifications for your exact range.

You need	What to record	Why it matters
Replacement parts	Model number (79078642601)	Ensures correct fit and compatibility
Service or troubleshooting	Serial number	Helps identify production details
Gas setup details	Fuel type and pressure rating (on the plate)	Confirms the range is set up for the right gas supply

Why it matters

Many Kenmore ranges share similar looks but use different igniters, burner heads, and control parts. Using the identification plate details prevents ordering the wrong part and reduces downtime.

Last updated: February 2026

Kenmore model 79078642601 is a Kenmore-branded gas range built for Sears; the 790 model prefix is commonly associated with ranges produced for Kenmore by Frigidaire/Electrolux. For model-specific identification details (model and serial location), use the owner's manual.

How to confirm the maker on your exact unit

The most reliable way is to match the model and serial information on the appliance ID plate to the documentation.

• Open the storage or warmer drawer
• Look on the right side of the oven front frame for the identification plate
• Confirm the model number reads 79078642601
• Record the serial number for parts matching and service history
• Keep the information with your purchase records

What the “790” prefix means

Kenmore used different prefixes to indicate the original manufacturer that built the appliance for Kenmore.

What you see	What it typically indicates	Why it helps
Model starts with 790	Commonly Frigidaire/Electrolux-built for Kenmore	Improves parts compatibility and troubleshooting accuracy
Model/serial ID plate location	Confirms you are matching the correct unit	Prevents ordering the wrong igniter, sensor, or valve

Why it matters for parts and repairs

Knowing the build source helps you choose the right replacement parts and follow the correct service procedures for your Kenmore gas range, especially for ignition and oven temperature issues.

Common parts customers replace on this model

If you are troubleshooting heating or ignition problems, these are frequently involved:

• Frigidaire range oven temperature sensor 316490000 (baking temperature accuracy)
• Frigidaire range bake igniter 5304534663 (oven not heating or slow to ignite)
• Range oven gas valve 316404901 (gas flow to the bake/broil burner)

Last updated: February 2026

If your Kenmore gas range model 79078642601 won’t hold a steady oven temperature, the most common causes are a weak bake igniter (the burner cycles incorrectly), a drifting oven temperature sensor, or an oven control calibration that needs adjusting. Start with calibration, then test ignition and sensing.

Quick checks that fix many “temperature swings”

• Confirm preheat: allow full preheat time before loading food.
• Avoid frequent door opening: heat loss forces longer recovery cycles.
• Check rack position and airflow: don’t block the oven burner area with foil or oversized pans.
• Verify the oven isn’t in a special mode: features like Warm & Hold maintain about 170°F, not baking temps.
• Try a temperature offset adjustment: this model allows calibration changes.

Adjust the oven temperature calibration (factory offset)

Your control lets you adjust the displayed temperature by up to 35°F in 5°F steps. Use the steps in the owner's manual under “Adjusting the Oven Temperature.”

Why this matters

If the oven is consistently too hot or too cool (for example, always 25°F low), calibration corrects it without replacing parts.

When it’s a parts issue (common on gas ovens)

A gas oven maintains temperature by cycling the igniter and gas valve. If the igniter is weak, it may glow but not pull enough current to open the valve reliably, causing long heat-up times and wide swings.

• Oven temperature sensor: if it reads wrong, the control cycles heat at the wrong time. Consider the frigidaire range oven temperature sensor 316490000.
• Bake igniter: if the bake burner is slow to light (often more than about a minute) or cycles oddly, consider the frigidaire range bake igniter 5304534663.
• Oven gas valve: if the igniter glows normally but the burner does not light consistently, the range oven gas valve 316404901 can be involved.

Symptom-to-cause guide

What you notice	Most likely cause	What to do first
Always off by the same amount	Calibration offset	Adjust offset in the manual
Slow ignition, big temp swings	Weak bake igniter	Inspect/replace igniter
Random overheating or underheating	Sensor drifting	Test/replace sensor
Igniter glows but burner won’t light	Gas valve or wiring	Check connections; test components

Safety notes for this model

• Do not attempt to remove the cooktop; this cooktop is not removable.
• Do not operate the electric ignition oven during a power failure; reset controls to OFF.

Last updated: February 2026