A. O. Smith 100093873 Gas Control Valve Kit (Natural Gas)
An OEM replacement natural-gas control valve kit used on compatible A. O. Smith water heaters to control gas flow and support normal ignition/temperature control where this exact kit is specified.
Key Features:
- OEM replacement Gas Control Valve Kit (Natural Gas)
- Fuel type: Natural Gas
- Part type: Control Valve
- Listed as replacing: 6910917, 316158-000, 9007601005
- Often paired with the matching PV igniter (100093872) for related repairs (as suggested with the product)
Compatibility & Applications:
- Specific model compatibility is not listed in the provided sources.
- Must only be used where the manufacturer specifies this exact part number: 100093873 (or explicitly lists it as the approved replacement for 6910917 / 316158-000 / 9007601005).
Installation & Operation Notes:
- Installation should be performed by a qualified service technician (gas control replacement is safety-critical).
- Reference the water heater's service/installation manual for the exact model to confirm correct part selection and proper replacement procedure.
- For Intelli-Vent - equipped water heaters, the manufacturer's troubleshooting documentation references control lockouts and indicates that if certain faults persist and cannot be cleared, the Intelli-Vent control must be replaced (model- and control-type dependent).
Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
- Manufacturer troubleshooting guidance for Intelli-Vent - equipped water heaters emphasizes verifying:
- Adequate fuel gas (manifold pressure) and combustion air
- Flame-sensing related items (clean flame sensor, correct alignment, good burner grounding, secure connections)
- Manufacturer guidance also indicates that for some persistent diagnostic/error conditions (including sensor-related faults that cannot be serviced separately), replacement of the Intelli-Vent control is required.
- This kit is typically replaced when troubleshooting points to a failed gas control/valve causing ignition issues, lockouts, or loss of normal heater operation (follow the unit's diagnostic procedure).
User Reviews & Q&A Summary:
- Reviews commonly describe it as an exact match that restores hot water after replacement.
- Frequent themes include successful DIY/technician installs, quick shipping/availability for a hard-to-find part, and cost being high but preferable to replacing the entire water heater.
- Mixed feedback includes reliability concerns in some cases (early failure reports) and occasional frustration with cost/returns.