GE Gas Range Burner Not Igniting or Flames Uneven? Main Burner Cap WS01F08602 – Fix Ignition Failures & Uneven Flame Fast

If your GE gas range burner won’t ignite, produces uneven or lopsided flames, or keeps clicking after lighting, a cracked, chipped, or misaligned burner cap is the most common cause. In most GE gas ranges, this is caused by a failed main burner cap that no longer seats flat on the burner base, disrupting gas flow and flame distribution. When it fails, gas escapes unevenly — producing weak yellow flames, ignition misfires, continuous clicking, and inefficient heating. ⚡ Item #106 in the GE burner assembly diagram — one of the highest-wear parts on GE gas ranges. Part WS01F08602 is the genuine OEM replacement main burner cap that restores proper gas channelling and even blue flame distribution, eliminating ignition problems and uneven heat.

❓ Is This the Right Part?

This is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:

• ✔ Your GE gas range powers on and the igniter clicks when the knob is turned
• ✔ Gas supply to the range is confirmed on and flowing
• ✔ Other burners on the range work correctly
• ✔ The burner base and outer ring appear intact — only the cap is cracked, chipped, or won’t seat flat
• ✔ ONLY problem is uneven flames, ignition failure, continuous clicking, or a visibly damaged burner cap

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

🔧 Common Symptoms

• Burner won’t ignite or takes multiple attempts to light
• Uneven, lopsided, or weak flame pattern
• Yellow or orange flames instead of a clean blue ring
• Continuous clicking from the igniter even after the burner is lit
• Burner cap visibly cracked, chipped, or warped
• Burner cap rocks or won’t sit flat on the burner base
• Flames lifting off the burner or blowing out easily at low settings

✔ If these symptoms match, this is the most likely failed component in the burner assembly.

✔ In most cases, replacing this burner cap restores normal ignition and even flame distribution immediately.

📦 Part Details

• Part Number: WS01F08602
• Type: Main Burner Cap — sits on top of the burner base to direct and distribute gas flame evenly (Item #106 in diagram)
• Replaces: 205C3457P001 — no modification required
• Related Parts: WS01F08601 (burner base), WS01F08484 (outer ring)
• Brands: GE, Cafe, GE Profile, Monogram

⚙️ Installation Notes

Skill Level: EASY — under 5 minutes. No tools required. Turn off the burner and allow it to cool completely before handling. Lift the old burner cap straight up off the burner base — it simply rests in place and is not fastened. Before installing the new cap, use a toothpick or soft brush to clear any clogged ports on the burner base — blocked ports cause the same symptoms as a damaged cap. Set the new WS01F08602 flat onto the burner base, align the notch with the slot on the base, and press gently until it sits level. Test ignition — the flame should light cleanly and burn in a uniform blue ring.

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