Never get too technical with gas valves, it doesn't always work like the instructions state; especially when old...
You compress the spring to allow gas to pass though the pilot tube when you depress the big button on the r/hand (If memory serves me correct) of the gas valve (Should be made of plastic)... This then pushes the valve seating onto an electro-magnet, energised with the thermocouple's heat from the flame... If the thermocouple is in good condition and everything is nice and tight, then you'll probably find it is the overheat thermostat gone (The little plate with two wires on it that sits between the thermocouple and the rear of the electro-magnet on the gas valve)...
YOU MUST BE CORGI REGISTERED TO CHANGE THIS COMPONENT!
You may still get continuity on this component, but it will be a false reading, 99% of the time, if the thermocouple is good, then it will be the over-heat thermostat... Should be around £4 trade for this appliance.
ccMods
July 2006
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