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Uneven Flame, Burner Won’t Light & Hot Spots — A Damaged or Missing Burner Cap Is Almost Always the Cause
When a surface burner cap is cracked, warped, or missing, gas flow becomes uneven — producing weak or lopsided flames, ignition failures, and dangerous hot spots that ruin cookware and meals alike. This is the genuine OEM replacement burner cap set W10814915 (replaces W10617345), sourced directly from KitchenAid/Whirlpool. Restore consistent, even flame distribution and safe ignition on your KitchenAid gas range.
Is This the Part You Need?
Replace these burner caps if your gas range has a burner that won’t light consistently, produces an uneven or lopsided flame, or if the existing caps are visibly cracked, chipped, warped, or discoloured from heat damage. Fits KCGS550 and KCGS556 series KitchenAid gas ranges.
Symptoms of Damaged or Failed Burner Caps
- Burner won’t ignite or takes multiple attempts to light
- Flame is uneven, lopsided, or only burns on one side
- Clicking/sparking continues after burner is lit
- Visible cracks, chips, or warping on the cap surface
- Yellow or orange flame instead of a clean blue flame
- Hot spots on cookware — food burns unevenly
- Burner cap sits unevenly or rocks on the burner base
- Discolouration or carbon buildup that won’t clean off
Part Details
- OEM Part Number: W10814915
- Replaces: W10617345
- Brand: KitchenAid / Whirlpool
- Part Type: Surface Burner Cap Set
- Appliance Type: Gas Range / Cooktop
- Condition: New Genuine OEM
Installation Notes
Skill Level: Beginner — no tools required for most installations. Always turn off the burner and allow it to cool completely before handling. Ensure the burner cap is seated flat and centred on the burner base — an off-centre cap is the most common cause of ignition problems after replacement. Do not use the burner until the cap is fully and evenly seated.
Compatible Models
Fits the following KitchenAid gas range models. Please contact us with your full model number to confirm compatibility before ordering:
KCGS550ESS00, KCGS550ESS01, KCGS550ESS05, KCGS550ESS06, KCGS556ESS01, KCGS556ESS02, KCGS556ESS05, KCGS556ESS06
💡 Pro Tip — Check the Burner Head & Igniter While You’re At It:
A damaged burner cap often means the burner head underneath has taken heat stress too. While the cap is off, inspect the burner head for cracks or clogged ports, and check the igniter tip for carbon buildup or cracking. Replacing a worn igniter at the same time eliminates the most common cause of repeat ignition failures — one visit, complete fix.
A damaged burner cap often means the burner head underneath has taken heat stress too. While the cap is off, inspect the burner head for cracks or clogged ports, and check the igniter tip for carbon buildup or cracking. Replacing a worn igniter at the same time eliminates the most common cause of repeat ignition failures — one visit, complete fix.
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✅Compatibility & Cross Reference
Not sure about your model number? Call 1-877-899-7278 and we’ll help you confirm. All brand names are the property of their respective owners and are used for compatibility reference only.
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