How to Make a Gas Stove Top Ignition Stop Lighting

Most residential gas stoves and ranges utilize an electronic ignition system, rather than standing pilot lights to ignite the burners on the stove. The electronic ignition system is comprised of a spark module and several electrodes -- one on each burner. After cleaning your range or stove, it may appear that the electrodes begin to ignite on their own. When this happens, they electrodes will not ignite the burners, as long as the burner knobs remain in the "Off" position. The electrodes are sparking due to water seeping into them, which creates the clicking sound heard when lighting a burner. The sparking, which will subside as soon as the water evaporates, will not cause lasting effects on the stove. However, if you plan to be near or in your kitchen, the constant clicking may become a bother. To expedite the evaporation of the water, there are two steps to take.

Things You'll Need

• Dry towels
• Fan

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Remove the burner grates from the stove and wipe the surface with a dry towel to remove any standing water.

   • 2

     Place a portable fan near the stove, and position it so that it points at the burner knobs. The passage of air expedites the evaporation of the water contained in the electrodes.

   • 3

     Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, if you have a range, rather than a stand-alone cook top. Allow the oven to remain on for at least 30 minutes. The heat from the oven helps decrease the evaporation time of the water.

   • 4

     Turn off the fan and oven when the electrodes no longer click.