Bertazzoni MAST304GASXV Gas Range Service
The MAST304GASXV is an older four-burner gas range from the Master Series, found in kitchens that have been cooking on it for years. With continuous cast-iron grates and a one-piece fascia, it is simple to look after, but its gas parts have been through a very large number of cycles.
Our first test is to light each burner and release the knob, because a flame that will not stay is the most common request we get for ranges of this age. We then time the infrared broiler from knob to full flame and check the oven against a thermometer, since a thermostat valve that has aged runs the oven cool.
The door springs are checked last. If the door falls open under its own weight, both springs are usually tired. In any case of gas odor, step outside and call the gas utility. We quote a price in writing before work begins.
The flame-sensing safety part is probably dirty or worn, or the burner port is clogged. We clean the port, check the sensing part, and replace it if the flame still drops out.
A slow light can let gas build up before ignition, so it should be corrected. We clean the burner and igniter, check the gas flow, and replace the igniter if it glows weakly.
The thermostat valve controlling the oven gas can slow down and open less. We compare the oven with a thermometer, test the valve, and recalibrate or replace it so it matches the dial.
Book in about a minute, or call the desk. Same-day windows inside the Loop on most days, next-day across the rest of Houston.
