Frigidaire Oven: not heating properly

Professional Repair Guide

What is this symptom?

If your Frigidaire oven is not heating properly, you may notice that it fails to reach the selected temperature or heats unevenly. While the control panel may still function normally, the lack of adequate heat during baking or grilling can be frustrating. This issue is commonly caused by a faulty heating element, weak igniter, or malfunctioning temperature sensor.

Urgency: Medium

Important Tips for Frigidaire Models

Some models feature control lock or demo mode which can disable heating; check and disable these modes if applicable.

Possible Causes

Faulty heating element (electric models)

How to Identify: Element does not glow red when active, visible cracks, blistering, or breaks; oven fails to preheat or stays cool.

Part: Bake / Broil Heating Element

Weak or failed igniter (gas models)

How to Identify: Igniter glows but fails to ignite gas within ~90 seconds, no flame, prolonged ignition or no ignition at all.

Part: Oven Igniter

Temperature sensor or thermostat malfunction

How to Identify: Oven cycles prematurely or doesnâ€™t reach correct temperature despite elements functioning; erratic temperature fluctuations.

Part: Temperature Sensor/Thermostat

Control board or relay failure

How to Identify: No heat despite functional elements and correct power; multimeter shows no voltage to heating components.

Part: Oven Control Board or Relay Board

Loose or damaged internal wiring

How to Identify: Intermittent heating, visible burnt or loose wires near elements; oven sometimes heats and sometimes doesnâ€™t.

Part: Internal Wiring/Connections

Partial power supply issue

How to Identify: Oven display powers on but heating fails due to missing 240V leg (electric or insufficient power to igniter (gas.

Part: Electrical Supply or Breaker

Poor oven door seal or alignment

How to Identify: Heat escapes, long preheat times, uneven cooking even though elements/igniters are working.

Part: Door Gasket/Hinge

DIY Solutions

Inspect Heating Element or Igniter

Moderate 15-30 minutes

Tools Needed: Screwdriver, Multimeter

Disconnect power and remove oven racks.
Visually inspect the bake element (electric) for damage; for gas, observe igniter glow during preheat.
Use multimeter to test continuity of the heating element or igniter.
Replace the faulty component with an OEM-equivalent part if no continuity is present.

⚠️ Safety First: Always disconnect power or shut off gas before working on oven internals.

Check Door Seal and Clean Edges

Easy 10-15 minutes

Tools Needed: Soft cloth, Mild detergent

Inspect the oven door gasket for cracks or tears.
Clean debris along door edges to ensure full closure.
Gently close door to confirm proper alignment and full seal.
Replace gasket only if visibly cracked or deformed.

⚠️ Safety First: Ensure oven is cool before cleaning.

Professional Repairs

Replace Control Board or Relay Board

Estimated Cost: $150 - $400

Diagnose and Repair Internal Wiring Issues

Estimated Cost: $100 - $300

When to Call a Professional

If gas igniter replacement is required due to gas handling hazards

If electrical diagnostics show control board or power supply issues

If internal wiring damage is suspected

If unsure about handling high-voltage components

Preventive Maintenance

Clean oven interior and inspect door gasket: Heat retention issues and sensor contamination
Frequency: monthly
Check sensor and element condition: Gradual failure of heating components
Frequency: annually

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Frigidaire Oven not heating properly?

Common causes include a faulty heating element, weak igniter, or a malfunctioning temperature sensor.

How do I fix Frigidaire Oven not heating properly myself?

Inspect the heating element or igniter for damage and check the door seal for proper alignment.

How much does it cost to fix not heating properly?

Professional repairs can range from $150 to $400 for control board replacement or $100 to $300 for wiring issues.

When should I call a technician for not heating properly?

If DIY checks don't resolve the issue or if complex repairs are needed, it's time to call a professional.

References & Sources

Frigidaire Oven Not Heating? Causes & Easy Fixes Repair-Blog

Community Analytical Insights

Analysis based on real user discussions from appliance repair communities

Can I Fix This Myself?

100%

DIY Success Rate Difficulty: DIY

Common Issues Reported by Users

Faulty igniter (1 mentions)
Control board issues (1 mentions)

User Suggested Solutions

Replace weak igniter to prevent gas buildup and ensure proper lighting

Success rate: 33.0%
Replace control board and check wiring for faults

Success rate: 33.0%

Analysis based on 3 community discussions
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

Community Discussions

makes a mini 'boom' when it lights, odor of rich fuel condition, whooshing of air or gas during lighting cycles

Weak igniter may be causing gas buildup; check and possibly replace igniter.

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Oven gives us F10 error and burns everything we try to cook in 20 minutes.

Likely needs control board replacement; check wiring and relays.