Front-Left Burner Producing Uneven Flame or Failing to Ignite? Burner Base WS01F08601 May Be the Cause

WS01F08601 is a genuine GE front-left surface burner base used on select GE, Café, Monogram and Profile gas ranges and cooktops. The matching U.S. service number is WB16X28656.

The burner base distributes the gas and air mixture through its ports to create an even flame around the burner. A cracked, warped, corroded or blocked base may contribute to uneven flames, delayed ignition or a burner cap that does not seat correctly.

Similar symptoms can also result from clogged ports, a wet or damaged ignitor, an incorrectly seated cap, gas-pressure problems or another component. Confirm the complete appliance model and burner position before ordering.

Shut off electrical power and the gas supply before service. Gas-system diagnosis and repair should be completed by a qualified technician when appropriate.

❓ Is This the Right Part?

This part is one possible cause that must be inspected alongside the cap, ignitor, ports and gas supply. The symptoms below do not confirm the failed component by themselves.

• ✔ Confirm your complete model number and that this is the front-left burner position
• ✔ Inspect the burner base for visible cracks, warping, corrosion or blocked ports
• ✔ Check the ignitor for moisture or damage and confirm the cap is seated correctly
• ✔ Verify gas supply and pressure before concluding the base is the failed component

Not sure? Send us your model number — we'll confirm before you order.

🔧 Common Symptoms

• Front-left burner won't ignite or ignites intermittently
• Uneven flame pattern — flame stronger on one side than the other
• Burner cap sits unevenly or rocks on the base
• Yellow or orange flame from damaged or clogged port geometry
• Flame lifts, blows out, or won't stay lit at low or simmer settings
• Delayed ignition with audible "whoosh" on light; visible cracks or corrosion on base

📦 Part Details

• Canadian OEM Part Number: WS01F08601
• Matching U.S. Service Number: WB16X28656 (regional GE equivalent — not a supersession)
• Type: Front-Left Surface Burner Base (Item #107 in diagram)
• Brands: GE, Café, Monogram, Profile
• Condition Options: OEM, Used

⚙️ Installation Notes

Installation requirements vary by model and burner position. Shut off electrical power and the gas supply before beginning any service. Remove the grates and lift off the burner cap from the front-left position before removing the old base. Note the orientation of the base before removal. Inspect the ignitor electrode for moisture or damage before reinstalling. Confirm you are replacing the front-left base — similar-looking bases can differ by burner output, diameter, port design and mounting configuration. Gas-system work should be completed by a qualified technician when appropriate.

🔗 Compatible Models (60 Verified)

C2S900M2N1S5, C2S900P2M1S1, C2S900P2M2S1, C2S900P3M1D1, C2S900P4M1W2, C2S900P4M2W2, C2S950M2N1S5, C2S950P2M1S1, C2S950P2M2S1, C2S950P3M1D1, C2S950P3M2D1, C2S950P4M1W2, C2S986SEL1SS, C2S986SEL2SS, C2S995SEL1SS, C2S995SEL2SS, C2Y366P2T1S1, C2Y366P3T1D1, C2Y486P2T1S1, C2Y486P3T1D1, CGP95302M1S1, CGP95303M1S2, CGP9530SL1SS, CGP95362M1S1, CGP95363M1S2, CGP9536SL1SS, CGS700M2N1S5, CGS700M2N2S5, CGS700P2M1S1, CGS700P2M2S1, CGS700P2M3S1, CGS700P3M1D1, CGS700P3M2D1, CGS700P4M1W2, CGS700P4M3W2, CGS750M2N1S5, CGS750P2M2S1, CGS750P3M1D1, CGS750P3M2D1, CGS750P4M1W2, CGS750P4M2W2, CGS986SEL2SS, CGS995EEL1DS, CGU366P3T1D1, CGU366P4T1W2, CGU486P2T1S1, CGU486P3T1D1, CGY366P3T1D1, P2B940SEJ5SS, P2S930SEL1SS, P2S930SEL2SS, PGB930SEJ6SS, PGP9036SL1SS, PGS930FEL1DS, ZGU30RSL1SS, ZGU30RSL2SS, ZGU36ESL1SS, ZGU36ESL2SS, ZGU36RSL1SS, ZGU36RSL2SS

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