ERP IG9998 Universal Gas Range Oven Igniter

I replaced the igniter on my Frigidaire FFGF3013LWA gas range with the ERP IG9998 Universal Gas Range Oven Igniter and it has been working flawlessly ever since. This universal igniter is a solid match for the Frigidaire FFGF3013LWA model. It fits perfectly with no modifications needed the mounting holes line up exactly the connector plugs right in and the length and shape are spot on for proper positioning in the oven. Installation took just a few minutes with basic tools and once hooked up it lights the oven burner quickly and consistently every time no clicking delays or failure to ignite like the old worn out one had. The quality feels good for a replacement part durable ceramic base strong wires and it produces a strong hot spark that gets the gas going right away. I have used the oven regularly for baking roasting and broiling since the swap and there have been zero issues no flickering weak flame or random outages. It restored full reliable function to my range without the hassle or high cost of an OEM part. Compared to other universal igniters I looked at this ERP IG9998 stands out for compatibility with Frigidaire models like mine and the straightforward perfect fit. Many users report success on similar Frigidaire gas ranges so it seems to be a trusted cross reference option.

So far the igniter is working well. Installation was simple and while the unit it was replacing only has one tab for installation on the right side of the burner, the ERP IG9998 has mounting tabs on both sides. Depending on the oven, the unused tab may get in the way of installation, in which case, you can simply bend the unused tab out of the way. Installation is quite simple: First unplug the oven; most Kenmore and other similar ovens connect a relay to the neutral line instead of the hot line, thus even when not heating, one line going to the igniter is live at all times when the oven is plugged in. On the old igniter that you want to replace, cut the wire close to the old igniter. After that strip the insulation of the wire about 7mm. On the ERP IG9998, if the pre-stripped wire is not stripped enough (my unit only had around 4mm of the wire stripped), then strip off some additional insulation. After the wires for both ends are properly stripped, twist them together (clockwise), and then twist on the ceramic wire nut as well. Once you have confirmed that it is on firmly, repeat the same process with the other wire. After that, tuck all excess wire below the heating platform, the area near the gas safety valve of the oven remains cool during normal use, thus is a good place to fold all excess wire near. Igniters fail over time, and the failure mode is a gradually increasing resistance. Due to the way that gas safety valves are designed, an igniter that is perfectly capable of lighting a flame, as even when drawing 2 amps instead of 3.6 amps, it gets more than hot enough to ignite the gas. The problem is that the gas safety valve uses a winding of nichrome wire where when 3.3-3.6 amps flows through it, it gets hot enough to change shape enough to open a gas valve. If the resistance of the igniter increases enough that the amperage draw falls below 3.1 amps, then the nichrome wire never gets hot enough to open the gas valve fully. Gas safety values use this design because it ensures that if an electronically controlled oven loses power while running, then the valve automatically closes. Igniters would last far longer if they could make the gas safety valves to work with a minimum of 2.5 amps instead of 3.1 amps. This is also why you will notice where a failing igniter will cause your oven to take a very long time to preheat. PS, if an igniter fails to a short, it will destroy the gas safety valve, since the nichrome wires used will have a very low resistance, often 1 ohm or less, and there are no additional current limiters on the power rail, the igniter itself is effectively the current limiter, thus a short in the igniter will immediately burn out the nichrome wire. Anyway, the igniter works well for restoring normal oven functioning as well as normal preheating speed.

Worked like a charm on our 24 inch Premier stove. Gas off. Replace. (Thank you for the included ceramic wire nuts) Gas on. Bake away. Would order again, but hope I don't have to.

Lasts much longer than original factory igniters and are much cheaper.

I bought this to replace the oven ignitor in an older Frigidaire gas range. The old ignitor still glowed red but the measured current draw was only 2.6 amps, which is too low to activate the gas valve. The new ignitor draws 3.6 amps when fully heated, and the gas valve now opens. I used a Dremel with an abrasive disc to cut off the extra mounting tab due to lack of clearance. Some people say you can bend an interfering tab out of the way, but I didn't want to damage the rest of the assembly in the process. Only time will tell how long the ignitor lasts, but you can't beat the price.

DO NOT BUY I wrote a review about this ERP IG9990 Igniter at least 10 years ago, recommending it as the quality was on par with the OEM version. Unfortunately ERP is now getting this part from a different manufacturer as evidenced by the build. The wires are no longer potted into the insulator, which means anyone installing these will need to pay attention and insure there is no strain on the wires as it is easy to cause separation. I won't speculate on why the change as I'm sure most of you can read the writing on the wall Update 10/17/24 These hot surface igniters are now garbage. Though just recently installed the internal resistance varies from unit to unit. This is important as the amount of current that passes through the igniter is what opens the gas valve(s). I have two on my oven, one unit works normally, the other is only opening half way. As I predicted when I saw the build on these; ERP has found a new Chinese supplier which translates to lower cost to them and a bad experience for the consumer

Fits perfect. Easy to install. Oven is back to working again.

Easy to install. Two screws, and connecting two wires. Repair took about five minutes. Of note, my 48 inch JennAir “professional series“ needed a FS terminal to connect one of the wires. (this is for the small oven on the left side. I’ve replaced the igniter on the large oven at least three times and both of those connections are bare wire to bare wire joined by a standard twist cap ). It was easy to crimp on a female terminal to the bare wire then connected to the male terminal inside the stove, but it was an unexpected step.

Me ahorré 2,000 del técnico el encendedor está buenísimo y fácil de instar en el Fire pit 👍

The oven on my KithchenAid Gas Range Model KGRS206XWH0 began taking longer and longer to heat. It finally quit altogether. The igniter (glow plug) was glowing orange but did not get hot enough to allow the gas safety valve to open. After checking with several online parts suppliers (average replacement cost for the igniter was $167.00 CA), I found this one on Amazon. It took 15 minutes to replace (it even ships with two ceramic wire connectors). You do not have to move the range away from the wall. You need to remove the bottom drawer to attach the replacement wires. The supplied metal adapter fit perfectly onto the bracket on the side of the burner. The oven gas burner fired up after a short 20 second igniter preheat. Works better than new. UPDATE: Dec 2109 - the ignitor has worked flawlessly during the past 6 months. We use the oven nearly every day. Excellent product, I highly recommend this replacement igniter.

So easy to install, solved the problem, and still going strong a few months later. So pleased!!

Bought this ERP oven igniter replacement in November 2023...it fit, it worked and now, July 2025 it's broken. I tried to reach out to ERP directly, as guided through Amazon and the listing, but they offered no help and tried to push me back to Amazon. They also said that after this time, there is nothing they would offer even if I bought directly through their company. I'll mention that I rarely use my oven and in the past year (2024) even less, as I was away for half the year. Not at all impressive in terms of durability or customer service. I wish I could recommend this product, but I can't. Will be looking for another manufacturer in the hopes of an oven igniter that lasts an acceptable amount of time. 1.6 years with minimal use is just not acceptable and reveals that this igniter is of poor quality.

First off, please get educated (U-tube DIY) on safety/how to diagnose/install a gas oven igniters. Be careful, if ANY doubt, get a gas service person on board! In our case, the need was urgent- a refugee family was given a used GE gas range a few months before, but over a weekend the oven failed to function- no one would come out to help. The existing igniter seemed to work, it was not hot enough. After searching everywhere, I found this generic igniter- it fit specs and was delivered quickly. It was easy to install and worked first time and since. The family is happy and the cost covered by my wife and I was very reasonable and worthwhile. Thank you