Symptoms
If you notice one or more of these symptoms, this page is for you:
- No spark when you turn the knob
- A spark, but too weak to ignite
- A spark for only one specific burner
- Ignition works sometimes and fails other times
The most common causes
Dirty or faulty igniter electrode
The electrode sits by each burner; grease and water can foul it.
Loose ignition cables
The cables that carry power to the electrodes.
Faulty electronic ignition module
The part that distributes the electrical signal to the electrodes.
No power to the appliance
Some stoves need mains power or a battery for auto-ignition.
Solutions
DIY solutions
Clean the igniter electrode
- 1 Remove the burner head
- 2 Locate the electrode — a small white or green part
- 3 Clean it with a dry toothbrush
- 4 Dry completely before reassembly
Check the power
- 1 Some stoves use a battery — check if it needs replacing
- 2 Others run on mains — check the plug
For the technician
- Electrode replacement
- Internal cable repair
- Ignition module replacement
When to call a technician
- If cleaning did not help
- If ignition is completely dead (not just weak)
- If a specific burner has no spark
Auto-ignition faults are common across all brands — we fix them for every one.
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