Last verified against the primary source on Sep 20, 2026.
Common entry-size thermostatic gas griddle with active OEM parts support (griddle thermostat ~$471, manual burner control valve ~$75); Star's own manual requires the standing pilots to be lit any time gas is restored and warns not to attempt lighting if a strong gas odor is present, so during inspection confirm every pilot lights and holds, every burner knob responds across the dial, and the griddle plate heats evenly end to end.
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| Component | Severity | Documented repair cost |
|---|---|---|
| Griddle thermostat | high | $471–$471 |
| Burner control valve | medium | $75–$75 |
OEM thermostat (Star 2T-Z16593, gas, 550F range) lists at $471.14 on Parts Town and is a direct-fit part on the 824TA model catalog. This is the primary temperature-regulating device on a thermostatic-control griddle ("TA" designation); a failed or drifting thermostat presents as a griddle that runs cold, overshoots, or never reaches temperature across sections controlled by that knob.
$471–$471OEM manual burner control valve (Star 2V-Y8832) lists at $74.88 on Parts Town. Star's own IOM instructs operators to "turn off all knobs and pilot valves" then "turn on main valve to unit and light all pilots" during startup, and warns "DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT YOUR PILOT BURNER IF YOU EXPERIENCE A STRONG GAS ODOR" -- a failed control valve is a direct cause of a burner section that won't light, won't modulate, or won't shut off cleanly.
$75–$75data-price="471.14" data-list-price="471.14" ... <h1 class="name" itemprop="name">Star 2T-Z16593 Thermostat, GS, Gas 550F ... Manufacturer #: 2T-Z16593 ... Parts Town #: STA2T-Z16593
Common questions
What fails on the Star 824TA?
The most cited concerns in our evidence record: Griddle thermostat, Burner control valve. See the risk breakdown above for details and sources.
Key parts and observed prices
| Part | Part # | Observed price | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star 2T-Z16593 Thermostat, GS, Gas 550F | Parts Town #STA2T-Z16593, Mfr #2T-Z16593 | $471.14 | 2026-09-20 |
| Star 2V-Y8832 Burner Control Valve, Manual | Parts Town #STA2V-Y8832, Mfr #2V-Y8832 | $74.88 | 2026-09-20 |
Prices are point-in-time observations from the linked seller pages, not quotes. Availability and pricing change.
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From the research record
- REPAIR PART (2026-09-20): Star 2T-Z16593 Thermostat, GS, Gas 550F (Parts Town #STA2T-Z16593, Mfr #2T-Z16593): $471.14 https://www.partstown.com/p/star/sta2t-z16593
- REPAIR PART (2026-09-20): Star 2V-Y8832 Burner Control Valve, Manual (Parts Town #STA2V-Y8832, Mfr #2V-Y8832): $74.88 https://www.partstown.com/p/star/sta2v-y8832
Sources
- Star 2T-Z16593 Thermostat, GS, Gas 550F | Parts Townparts-retailer · verified-primary
- Star 2V-Y8832 Burner Control Valve, Manual | Parts Townparts-retailer · verified-primary
- Star 800 Series Gas Griddle Installation & Operation Manual (covers model 824TA)manual · verified-primary
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