Does Maytag make gas ranges?
Yes. Maytag makes gas ranges, and your Maytag MGR5770ADQ is a gas range model. Maytag gas ranges are built for everyday cooking with gas burners on top and a gas oven for baking and broiling.
What “gas range” means for MGR5770ADQ
A gas range uses natural gas or LP (propane) to fuel the surface burners and the oven burner. That affects how you troubleshoot heat and ignition issues.
Common gas-range features you will see on many Maytag models include:
- Spark ignition for surface burners
- A hot-surface igniter to light the oven burner
- An oven temperature sensor to regulate baking temperature
- Burner caps and sealed burners designed to shape the flame
Parts that commonly relate to gas cooking performance
If you are confirming gas operation or troubleshooting “won’t light” symptoms, these parts are often involved on MGR5770ADQ:
- Oven igniter 12400035 (lights the oven burner for bake)
- Range surface burner igniter 74004053 (creates spark at the cooktop burner)
- Sensor 12001655 (helps the oven control maintain temperature)
Quick symptom-to-part guide
| Symptom | Most likely area | Example part on this model |
|---|---|---|
| Oven will not heat, no ignition glow | Oven ignition | Oven igniter |
| Cooktop clicks but burner will not light | Spark/ignition at burner | Surface burner igniter |
| Oven temperature is erratic | Temperature sensing/control | Oven sensor |
Why it matters
Knowing Maytag makes gas ranges helps you shop the correct parts and troubleshoot safely. Gas ranges rely on ignition components and proper airflow; a weak igniter or dirty burner ports can look like a “gas problem” even when gas supply is fine.
Last updated: February 2026
Why is my Maytag gas oven not heating up?
If your Maytag MGR5770ADQ gas range oven will not heat on Bake, the most common cause is a weak or failed oven burner igniter that glows but does not pull enough current to open the gas safety valve. Replacing the oven igniter 12400035 typically restores normal heating.
Quick checks we recommend first
- Confirm the oven is set to Bake (not Broil) and the temperature is above room temp.
- Watch the igniter through the oven bottom vents: it should begin glowing within about 30 to 60 seconds.
- Listen for a soft gas whoosh as the burner lights shortly after the igniter glows.
- If the igniter glows for a long time but the burner never lights, treat the igniter as the primary suspect.
- If the igniter never glows, check for a loose wire connection or a failed igniter.
What usually fails on a gas oven that will not heat
| Symptom | Most likely cause | What we do next |
|---|---|---|
| Broil works, Bake does not | Bake igniter weak/failed | Replace igniter |
| Igniter glows, no flame | Igniter not drawing enough amps | Replace igniter |
| No glow at all | Open igniter, wiring issue | Inspect wiring, replace igniter if open |
| Heats sometimes, long preheat | Igniter getting weak | Replace igniter |
Parts that commonly solve this on MGR5770ADQ
- Oven igniter 12400035 (most common fix for no-bake or slow-bake heat)
- Sensor 12001655 (if temperatures are erratic after it does light)
Why it matters
A gas oven igniter is both the “spark” and the safety device trigger; if it is weak, the gas valve stays closed and the burner never lights. Replacing the igniter fixes the root cause instead of chasing temperature settings or cookware issues.
Last updated: February 2026
Why does my Maytag gas stove smell like gas?
If your Maytag MGR5770ADQ gas range smells like gas, treat it as a potential leak or incomplete ignition. The most common causes are a burner that is not lighting promptly, a loose gas connection, or a failing ignition component that lets gas flow before it ignites.
What to do right now (safety first)
- Turn all burner knobs to OFF.
- Open windows and doors to ventilate the kitchen.
- Do not use matches, lighters, or switches if the odor is strong.
- If the smell is heavy or persistent, shut off the gas supply valve to the range.
- If you cannot quickly stop the odor, have the gas supply and range checked by a qualified technician.
Common causes on a gas range
A gas odor usually comes from one of these situations:
- Surface burner not igniting right away (you hear clicking but the burner lights late).
- Spillovers or moisture around the burner head causing delayed ignition.
- Worn igniter system that is weak or inconsistent.
- Loose fitting at the regulator, flex connector, or manifold connection.
- Oven burner ignition issue where gas flows but ignition is slow.
Parts to consider for MGR5770ADQ
If the smell happens during ignition (especially with delayed lighting), these parts are common suspects:
| Symptom | Most likely area | Example part to check |
|---|---|---|
| One top burner clicks but lights late | Surface ignition | Range surface burner igniter 74004053 |
| Oven smells like gas before it lights | Oven ignition | Oven igniter 12400035 |
| Clicking/ignition seems erratic across burners | Ignition circuit | Spark module 8215557 |
Quick checks you can do (no disassembly)
- Light each surface burner one at a time; confirm it ignites within a couple seconds.
- Remove grates and caps; clean and dry the burner head and the area around the igniter tip.
- Watch for an even blue flame; yellow, lifting, or wavering flames can indicate airflow or burner issues.
- If the odor is only when the oven starts, stop using the oven until the ignition system is inspected.
Why it matters
Unburned gas can build up when ignition is delayed or a connection leaks. Fixing the root cause (cleaning the burner area, tightening connections, or replacing a weak igniter or spark module) restores normal ignition and helps prevent recurring gas odor.
Last updated: February 2026




