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Where is the model number on a Magic Chef stove?
On a Magic Chef gas range like model 3468XVW, the model number is usually on a rating label around the oven opening (door jamb) or on the frame behind the storage drawer. It can also be on the back panel near the vent area.
- Oven door jamb: open the oven door and look along the front frame.
- Behind the storage drawer: pull the bottom drawer out and look on the frame rails or side panel.
- Back of the range: check the rear panel near the vent or where the power cord and gas line connect.
- Side panel: sometimes the label is on the lower side of the cabinet.
- Under the cooktop (less common): only if the top lifts up on your design.
- Use a flashlight and look for a silver or white sticker/plate with a barcode.
- Wipe grease and dust off the frame lip; labels can blend in.
- Write down the full model number exactly as shown (letters and numbers).
| What you may see | What it means | Why you need it |
|---|---|---|
| Model No. | The exact model (example: 3468XVW) | Ensures diagrams and parts match your range |
| Serial No. | Unique unit identifier | Helps confirm production version |
| Gas type / ratings | Fuel and electrical info | Useful for service and troubleshooting |
Magic Chef ranges can have similar-looking versions with different burner, igniter, or oven components. Using the exact model number helps us match the correct parts, such as an oven igniter 12400035 if you are troubleshooting a no-heat bake issue.
Last updated: January 2026
How much does it cost to replace a stove igniter?
For a Magic Chef 3468XVW gas range, replacing a stove (oven) igniter typically costs about $200 total for parts and labor, with real-world totals commonly landing in the $150 to $350 range depending on service rates and whether additional wiring or gas-ignition parts are needed.
Replacement cost is mainly a combination of the igniter part price and labor time.
- Part cost: often $30 to $120 for many gas ranges
- Labor: commonly $100 to $250 (service call plus 30 to 90 minutes of work)
- Extra parts (sometimes): wire connectors, mounting screws, or a control-related part
| Cost item | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Oven igniter part | $30 to $120 | Model-specific fit matters most |
| Labor/service | $100 to $250 | Varies by region and access to the burner |
| Total installed | $150 to $350 | Many jobs land near $200 |
If the igniter is not the only issue, the repair total can increase.
- The igniter glows but the burner never lights (gas valve or safety circuit issues)
- Brittle or burned wiring at the igniter connector
- A weak igniter that draws the wrong amperage and causes delayed ignition
- Multiple ignition problems on surface burners (spark system diagnosis)
For this model page, a common oven ignition replacement is the oven igniter 12400035. If your symptom is surface burners not clicking or not sparking, diagnosis may involve the spark system instead of the oven igniter.
A failing igniter can cause no-bake, delayed ignition, or gas odor complaints. Replacing the correct igniter for the Magic Chef 3468XVW restores normal burner ignition timing and helps the oven heat reliably.
Last updated: January 2026
How to tell if a gas igniter is bad?
A bad gas oven igniter on our Magic Chef 3468XVW range usually shows up as slow ignition, no ignition, or a burner that never lights even though the igniter glows. The most reliable check is testing the igniter circuit with a multimeter for proper resistance and for voltage being supplied during a bake call.
- Oven takes longer than about 60 to 90 seconds to light
- Igniter glows but the burner never lights
- Burner lights sometimes, then fails on the next cycle
- You smell gas briefly but ignition does not happen
- Oven temperature is erratic because the burner is not cycling correctly
- Power and gas first: Confirm the range has power (clock/lights work) and the gas shutoff valve is open.
- Watch the ignition sequence: Set Bake and look for igniter glow and burner ignition.
- Continuity or resistance test (power off): Unplug the range, access the igniter leads, and measure resistance. A reading that is open (no continuity) indicates a failed igniter.
- Voltage test (power on, use caution): If the igniter has continuity but never glows, check for voltage to the igniter during Bake. If voltage is present but the igniter does not heat, replace the igniter.
| What you observe | What it typically points to | What we recommend |
|---|---|---|
| No glow, no heat | No power to igniter circuit, wiring issue, control issue | Inspect wiring and connections; test for voltage |
| Glow but no flame | Weak igniter not drawing enough current to open gas valve | Replace the igniter |
| Intermittent lighting | Weak igniter, loose connection | Check connectors; replace igniter if symptoms persist |
For the Magic Chef 3468XVW, the most common replacement for a no-heat or slow-ignite bake complaint is the oven igniter 12400035.
A weak igniter can glow and still fail to open the oven safety gas valve, which leads to no heat, long preheat times, and unreliable baking performance.
Last updated: January 2026
