Possible Cause: Burner Left On. In this video, I go through the process of troubleshooting a gas-fueled stove with a gaseous smell emission. Avoid using self-cleaning features as they can emit toxins. Key Steps. I notice a constant gas odor around the new gas stove that was installed about two weeks ago. We got one from GE Hotpoint and it seems like an OK stove. The smell is a safety feature. If you smell gas, check it out! If You Smell Gas When The Oven Is Not In Use. Could it be that the new igniter is not letting the gas valve open fully? With a new igniter in place, the oven should ignite during the first 15-30 seconds, and there should be no gas smell. We have had it for a few months now but haven't been able to cook in the oven just on the top range. It's a gas model. Gas Smell from New Stove. Watch the video to learn about what causes these odors and effective tips for getting rid of them. "Burn-in” your new oven to avoid the new oven smell. Once you’ve completed these steps, it’s time to replace the cover and the racks inside the oven. Posts: n/a Gas Smell from New Stove. If the gas is not lit, gas will continue to leak into the air. The oven is a Hotpoint Model RGBS100DMWW. A month ago bought and installed new cooktop (Dacor) with new gas flex hose and new regulator that came with new cooktop. This started after that replacement, but not right away. It has been checked twice with a compound put around the connections to better seal it. Reconnect the power and gas, and test the oven. Natalie R. September 22, 2016 I often cook for a friend with a propane stove, and it has a smell when it starts, but I haven't detected anything after the first few seconds once it lights. If it is connected to an oven, open its and check if the gas smell is a lot stronger inside. This odor is caused by the combustion of gas at the burner, and it will go away within a few minutes as the oven heats up. Thread Tools Search this Thread #1 12-31-04, 11:07 AM caldwejo Visiting Guest. A few times throughout the day I’ve walked through the kitchen and caught a faint whiff of gas, nothing strong, and even when I smell it if I stop and try to make sure I usually don’t smell it again. Yellow Teflon tape on all pipe fittings. When you turn the knob to ignite your burner, a valve opens and releases a stream of gas. Or is there something else I should look at? Our last stove broke and our landlord had to replace it. When we first got the unit it let off smoke and a very odd smell. Last night again noticed a slight gas smell when you open cabinet – 1 month after install. Soapwater checked block valve, fitting, hose, regulator – no leaks and no gas smell. If you catch a whiff of the gas smell over any of them, the valve may be the issue. UPDATE: I have noticed this smell now when the cooktop burners are on without the oven - at first I thought it was just the oven. ; When you start using a new oven for the first time, probably very soon after purchasing it, you will want to be rid of the new oven smell … Have products like Cif handy to keep on top of your oven cleaning after using a new oven for the first time. You’ll more than likely hear the hiss of the gas, and possibly a few clicks. Gas stoves only release gas when in use, so if you are smelling gas all the time there is a problem. Gas Fireplace Odor Are you concerned about the odor being emitted from your gas fireplace? If so, the issue is often with the valve controls and the gas is leaking from your stove’s burners; Inspect and smell the burners of your stove. I just moved into a house with a gas stove, I haven’t had one in years. Gas smell: When the oven first starts, it is normal to detect an unusual odor coming from the range.
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