GE Gas Oven: damaged orifice holder

Professional Repair Guide

What is this symptom?

Experiencing weak, uneven, or no flame from your GE gas oven? A damaged orifice holder could be the culprit. This essential component holds the gas orifice, and physical wear or blockage can lead to cooking inconsistencies. Inspecting and potentially replacing the orifice holder may be necessary to restore optimal performance.

Urgency: Medium

Important Tips for GE Models

  • Common GE orifice holder parts include WB28K10190, WB02K10361, and WB28K10850. These parts are replaced when damaged or missing, and repair guides exist for GE ranges/stoves.

Possible Causes

Physical damage or wear of orifice holder

How to Identify: Visible cracks, deformation, missing piece, or obvious wear on the orifice holder when inspecting the cooktop burner assembly; flame issues (weak or uneven flame at corresponding burner.

Part: Orifice holder (e.g., WB28K10190, WB02K10361, WB28K10850)

Blockage/clogging within orifice holder gas channel

How to Identify: Burner flames are weak or uneven even without visible physical damage; cleaning attempts show debris or blockage in holder.

Part: Orifice channel within orifice holder

DIY Solutions

Inspect and Replace Damaged Orifice Holder

Moderate 30-60 minutes
Tools Needed: 5/8" socket wrench, Phillips screwdriver, putty knife, nut driver
  1. Turn off gas supply and unplug the appliance.
  2. Remove burner grates, caps, and drip pans to access orifice holder.
  3. Unscrew orifice holder retaining nut and remove the damaged holder.
  4. Install new orifice holder of correct GE part number (e.g., WB28K10190 or WB02K10361).
  5. Reassemble burners, ensure igniter wires are properly placed, restore gas and power, and test flame.
⚠️ Safety First: Ensure gas supply is fully off before working.

Next step

Choose the next step for damaged orifice holder

Confirm the diagnosis before ordering. An error code can identify the system involved, but it does not prove that a specific part has failed.

Model number required

Browse by model — no specific failed part is claimed

Model-compatible Gas Oven parts

Enter the complete model number to browse compatible replacement parts. This is a model-based parts search, not a diagnosis that a specific component failed.

Where can I find the model number?

Check the rating label around the door, lid, frame, rear panel, or inside the appliance cabinet. Use the complete model number, including suffixes.

Find a part that fits my model

Search results are not a diagnosis. Verify both the complete appliance model and the retailer's fit information before ordering.

Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. We may earn a commission from other qualifying purchases or service requests made through links on this page, at no additional cost to you. Recommendations are based on repair relevance, not commission rate.

Professional Repairs

Professional Gas Burner and Orifice Holder Replacement

Estimated Cost: $80 - $250

When to Call a Professional

If gas smell is present when flame is lit or after reassembly
If the orifice holder is damaged near gas supply manifold
If you are uncomfortable turning off gas or performing component replacement

Preventive Maintenance

  • Regularly clean burner area to prevent debris buildup: Blockage in orifice channels causing flame issues
    Frequency: monthly

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my GE Gas Oven damaged orifice holder?
The orifice holder may be physically damaged or worn, leading to inconsistent flames.
How do I fix GE Gas Oven damaged orifice holder myself?
Turn off the gas, remove the burner components, unscrew the damaged holder, and replace it.
How much does it cost to fix damaged orifice holder?
Professional repair costs range from $80 to $250, depending on the service.
When should I call a technician for damaged orifice holder?
If you're unsure about DIY repairs or if the issue persists after replacement, call a pro.

Community Analytical Insights

Guidance from available sources; statistical claims are shown only for samples of at least 10 discussions

Common Issues Reported by Users

  • Physical damage due to impact or mishandling during cleaning or maintenance.
  • Thermal stress from rapid temperature changes causing cracks in the orifice holder.
  • Manufacturing defects leading to premature failure of the orifice holder material.

User Suggested Solutions

  1. Turn off the gas supply and disconnect the oven. Remove the damaged orifice holder by unscrewing it from the burner assembly. Replace it with a new orifice holder, ensuring a secure fit. Reconnect the gas supply and test for leaks using soapy water.

  2. Inspect the burner assembly for any other damage or wear. Clean any debris or buildup around the orifice holder area before installation of the new part.

  3. If the problem persists, check the gas line for pressure issues or seek assistance from a professional to ensure safe operation.

Limited-source guidance; percentages and success-rate claims are not shown
View Sources

Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

  1. GE Gas Range, Broken Burner

Community Discussions

cracked orifice holder

Replace the cracked orifice holder.

DIY View on Reddit →

Source: Reddit r/appliancerepair

User Comments (0)

Share your experience or solution below.

Be the first to comment!

Call Local Repair Provider +1 (888) 217-6318