Step1: Turn off the gas supply and disconnect power to the appliance before servicing.
Step2: Access the pilot or ignition assembly and carefully remove the damaged electrode nut.
Step3: Inspect the electrode and pilot tubing for wear, corrosion, or misalignment before reassembly.
Step4: Thread the new electrode nut onto the electrode fitting by hand to prevent cross-threading.
Step5: Tighten securely with the correct wrench without overtightening the fitting.
Step6: Restore gas and power, then test ignition operation and confirm stable pilot performance.