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Does Whirlpool make gas ranges?
Yes. Whirlpool manufactures gas ranges, including models like WFG505M0BB2, which are designed for everyday cooking with gas surface burners and a gas oven.
Because Whirlpool is the manufacturer, you should shop and troubleshoot using the exact Whirlpool model number (WFG505M0BB2). That helps ensure the correct fit for common replacement parts such as igniters, temperature sensors, and door seals.
Common Whirlpool gas range parts customers replace include:
- Oven burner igniter (for no-heat or delayed ignition)
- Oven temperature sensor (for inaccurate baking temperatures)
- Oven door seal (for heat loss and uneven baking)
- Burner knobs and electrodes (for ignition and control issues)
- Electronic control (for display, keypad, or bake/broil control problems)
Here are a few parts we commonly see tied to performance symptoms on this Whirlpool gas range:
| Symptom | Likely area | Example model-matched part |
|---|---|---|
| Oven will not heat or takes too long to light | Ignition | Igniter, hot surface W11176454 |
| Oven temperature is off | Sensing | Range oven temperature sensor WPW10181986 |
| Heat leaks around oven door | Door sealing | Oven seal WPW10535778 |
Whirlpool makes many similar-looking ranges, but parts can vary by revision. Using the exact model number WFG505M0BB2 helps prevent ordering a control, igniter, or sensor that looks right but does not mount or connect correctly.
Last updated: February 2026
Why is my Whirlpool stove working but not the oven?
If your Whirlpool gas range WFG505M0BB2 has surface burners that work but the oven will not heat, the most common cause is a failed oven ignition system (especially the hot surface igniter). Less often, the oven temperature sensor, gas valve, or control board is preventing the bake burner from lighting.
- Confirm the oven is set to BAKE and a temperature is selected (not just the clock/timer).
- Watch and listen when you start Bake: you should typically hear a faint “click” and then see the igniter glow.
- If the igniter glows but the burner never lights within about 60 seconds, the igniter is usually too weak.
- If the igniter never glows, check for a tripped breaker (many ranges use 120V for controls and ignition).
- Make sure the gas shutoff valve is fully open and other gas appliances in the home are working.
| Symptom | Most likely cause | What you’ll notice |
|---|---|---|
| No glow from igniter | Failed igniter or wiring/control issue | No heat, no ignition attempt |
| Igniter glows, no flame | Weak igniter (common) or gas valve issue | Long preheat, gas smell possible |
| Oven heats but temps are off | Sensor problem | Overbakes or underbakes |
For this model, the most common repair is replacing the igniter, hot surface W11176454. If the oven heats inconsistently or runs too hot/cold, testing or replacing the range oven temperature sensor WPW10181986 is a strong next step.
- If you smell gas, turn the oven off, ventilate the area, and stop troubleshooting until the odor is gone.
- Disconnect power before accessing internal wiring or components.
- Do not keep cycling Bake repeatedly if the igniter is glowing but not lighting; that can allow unburned gas to accumulate.
- If you see damaged wires or loose connectors at the igniter or sensor, repair the wiring before replacing parts.
When surface burners work, it proves you have gas supply, but the oven still needs a working ignition circuit and correct temperature feedback to open the gas valve and light the bake burner. Fixing the right part restores safe ignition and normal preheat times.
Last updated: February 2026
Why is my Whirlpool oven broiler not working?
If the broiler on your Whirlpool WFG505M0BB2 gas range is not working, the most common causes are a weak or failed oven igniter, a gas supply issue, or a control problem that is not sending power to the broil circuit. Start with a basic reset and then check ignition and heat.
- Make sure the range is getting gas (other surface burners light normally).
- Set Broil and wait 60 to 90 seconds; listen for a click and watch for the igniter glow.
- Power reset: unplug the range (or switch off the breaker) for 2 to 5 minutes, then retry Broil.
- Confirm the oven door is fully closed; some models reduce broil performance if the door is ajar.
- If you smell gas but get no ignition, stop and ventilate; do not keep cycling Broil.
In many Whirlpool gas ranges, the broil burner uses an igniter that must draw enough current to open the gas valve. If it glows but never lights the flame, the igniter is often too weak.
| Symptom | Most likely cause | What to do next |
|---|---|---|
| No glow, no flame | Failed igniter or no power to igniter | Inspect wiring; test igniter circuit |
| Glows but no flame after 60 to 90 sec | Weak igniter | Replace the igniter |
| Flame lights but shuts off quickly | Sensor/control issue or poor gas flow | Check sensor and burner condition |
| Bake works but broil never heats | Control not switching to broil or broil circuit issue | Check control and connections |
Relevant model-matched parts to consider:
- Igniter, hot surface W11176454
- Control, electronic (black) W11126814
- Range oven temperature sensor WPW10181986
- Disconnect power before accessing wiring or components.
- Remove the oven bottom panel (if applicable) and look for burned, loose, or broken wires at the igniter.
- Check the broil burner area for heavy grease or debris that could affect ignition.
- If you have a meter, verify voltage to the igniter during Broil; use our how to use a multimeter to test electrical parts video as a guide.
A gas broiler depends on the igniter and control system working together. A weak igniter can prevent the gas valve from opening, so the broiler never lights even though the range otherwise seems normal.
Last updated: February 2026
