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How long should a Kenmore gas stove last?
A Kenmore gas range like model 79070503013 typically lasts 15 years with normal household use. Keeping burners lighting correctly, maintaining steady oven ignition, and cleaning grease and spills promptly helps you reach that lifespan.
Most gas ranges reach their full service life when heat, gas flow, and ignition stay consistent.
- Heavy daily cooking shortens lifespan faster than light use
- Poor airflow and grease buildup can stress components
- Repeated ignition failures can overwork igniters and controls
- Spills that seep under the cooktop can damage wiring and switches
- Proper installation clearances reduce heat damage to surrounding parts
Use these habits to reduce wear on your Kenmore 79070503013 gas range:
- Clean burner caps and ports so flames stay even and blue
- Wipe up boilovers quickly to prevent corrosion and clogged ports
- Keep the oven bottom area free of debris that can affect burner flame
- Verify each surface burner lights within about 4 seconds after air is purged from the gas line
- Replace weak ignition parts before they cause no-heat or delayed-ignition problems
When a range feels “worn out,” it is often one or two service parts.
| Symptom | Common cause | Example part for this model |
|---|---|---|
| Oven will not ignite or takes too long | Weak oven igniter | Range oven burner igniter 5304509706 |
| Oven temperature swings or bakes unevenly | Sensor drifting out of spec | Range oven temperature sensor 316233903 |
| Surface burners click but do not light reliably | Igniter switch/harness issue | Range igniter switch and harness assembly 316580611 |
A gas range that lights smoothly and burns with a stable blue flame heats faster, cooks more evenly, and reduces stress on the gas valve, igniters, and control system. That is the difference between replacing a few parts over time and replacing the whole range early.
For model-specific operating and care steps, follow the 79070503013 owner's manual.
Last updated: February 2026
What if I can't find my part on Sears PartsDirect?
If you can’t find a part for your Kenmore 79070503013 gas range, we use your model and serial information to match the correct replacement, then help you confirm fit before you order. Start by verifying the ID plate details and checking the diagrams and part lists tied to your exact model.
- Confirm the model number is 79070503013 (match every digit).
- Get the serial number from the identification plate (open the broiler drawer on many ranges to access the plate area).
- Use the part diagrams for your model to identify the exact part name and location.
- Search using the part name plus a key term like igniter, sensor, regulator, or control board.
- If the part is discontinued or unavailable, compare the diagram callout and description to find the approved substitute.
- Keep your notes handy and reference the 79070503013 installation guide for model/serial plate location and service prep.
On the Kenmore 79070503013, the identification plate is located on the right-hand surface of the oven front frame. You typically access it by opening the broiler drawer (some models use a storage or warmer drawer instead). This information is what we use to ensure the part matches your exact build.
| What you need | How it may be listed | Example part page for this model |
|---|---|---|
| Oven won’t heat | Oven burner igniter | Range oven burner igniter 5304509706 |
| Oven temp seems off | Oven temperature sensor | Range oven temperature sensor 316233903 |
| Gas pressure issues | Pressure regulator | Range pressure regulator 5304521339 |
Kenmore ranges often have multiple versions that look identical but use different igniters, valves, or control parts. Using the exact model and serial details prevents ordering a part that does not fit or does not connect correctly.
Last updated: February 2026
Where to find Kenmore gas range model number?
On Kenmore gas range model 79070503013, the model and serial number plate is on the right-hand surface of the oven front frame. Open the storage drawer, warmer drawer, or broiler drawer to see the identification plate; record both the model and serial numbers before ordering parts.
- Turn the oven and all surface burners off.
- Pull out and open the storage drawer (or warmer/broiler drawer, depending on your range).
- Look at the right-hand side of the oven front frame for the identification plate.
- Write down the model number, serial number, and any lot number/letter listed.
- Use that exact information when matching parts and diagrams.
Many ranges have labels in more than one area, but for this model the reliable location is the oven front frame behind the drawer.
| Location you might check | What you will find | Best use |
|---|---|---|
| Oven door jamb | Sometimes a label on other models | Quick check, but not the primary spot here |
| Back panel near vent | Sometimes a rating label | Helpful if the range is already pulled out |
| Oven front frame (right side) | Model/serial identification plate | Best for parts lookup and service |
We use the model and serial number to match the correct Kenmore parts for your exact gas range configuration (burner ratings, fuel type, and factory gas pressure settings). That prevents ordering the wrong igniter, control, or burner component.
For diagrams and safety notes while handling drawers and panels, use the 79070503013 installation guide.
Last updated: February 2026
