Frigidaire Oven: not igniting

Professional Repair Guide

What is this symptom?

If your Frigidaire oven isn't igniting, you may notice that the burner fails to light despite setting a cooking temperature. This can be due to a faulty igniter or gas supply issues. Understanding the root cause is essential for a safe and effective repair.

Urgency: Medium

Important Tips for Frigidaire Models

  • Frigidaire support specifically highlights checking the igniter and wiring as key steps for ignition issues

Possible Causes

Faulty oven igniter too weak or broken

How to Identify: Igniter does not glow or glows but for long period (>90 seconds without gas ignition

Part: Oven igniter

Gas supply issues (valve closed or line blocked)

How to Identify: No sound of gas flow when oven is turned on; other gas appliances also not operating

Part: Gas supply valve/line

Clogged burner ports or debris at igniter/burner

How to Identify: Visible debris or grease around burner, irregular or no flame even when spark/igniter appears correct

Part: Burner ports/assembly

Safety valve malfunction

How to Identify: Igniter glows normally but gas does not flow, preventing flame formation

Part: Gas safety valve

Control board or electronic ignition control fault

How to Identify: Unresponsive controls, error codes, or erratic ignition behavior

Part: Oven control board/ignition control

DIY Solutions

Inspect and clean burner and igniter

Moderate 15-30 minutes
Tools Needed: screwdriver, soft brush/toothbrush
  1. Disconnect power and shut off gas supply
  2. Remove oven racks and access igniter and burner area
  3. Gently brush away debris or food residue around burner ports and igniter
  4. Reassemble and test ignition
⚠️ Safety First: Always turn off gas and power before working on oven parts

Test and replace weak or broken igniter

Advanced 30-60 minutes
Tools Needed: screwdriver, multimeter
  1. Turn off power and gas supply
  2. Remove bottom panel and locate the igniter
  3. Test igniter for continuity with multimeter
  4. Replace igniter if it shows no continuity or fails to glow sufficiently
  5. Reassemble and restore power and gas to test
⚠️ Safety First: Ensure correct part number for Frigidaire model

Professional Repairs

Replace gas safety valve

Estimated Cost: $150 - $300

Control board / ignition control replacement

Estimated Cost: $200 - $500

When to Call a Professional

You detect gas odor when attempting to ignite
Igniter replacement does not restore ignition
Suspected gas line or safety valve malfunctions

Preventive Maintenance

  • Clean burner ports and igniter area: Debris buildup that can hinder ignition
    Frequency: monthly
  • Inspect gas line and valve: Gas supply interruptions or leaks
    Frequency: annually

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Frigidaire Oven not igniting?
Common causes include a weak or broken igniter, gas supply issues, or clogged burner ports.
How do I fix Frigidaire Oven not igniting myself?
Inspect and clean the burner and igniter. If needed, test and replace the igniter.
How much does it cost to fix not igniting?
Professional repairs can range from $150 to $500 depending on the issue.
When should I call a technician for not igniting?
If cleaning and replacing the igniter doesn't work, or if you're unsure, call a technician.

Community Analytical Insights

Analysis based on real user discussions from appliance repair communities

Can I Fix This Myself?

75%
DIY Success Rate Difficulty: DIY

Common Issues Reported by Users

  • Faulty spark ignition switch/module (2 mentions)
  • Defective spark module (2 mentions)

User Suggested Solutions

  1. Replace faulty spark ignition switch/module

    Success rate: 50.0%

  2. Test ignitors and replace spark module if necessary

    Success rate: 25.0%

  3. Order ignition module as a potential fix

    Success rate: 25.0%
Analysis based on 4 community discussions
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

  1. Frigidaire 4 Burner range - 1 Burner won't click
  2. No spark on Frigidaire top burners electrode igniters
  3. Frigidaire FGFLZ87GCA gas oven not igniting; range works fin...
  4. Frigidaire range - stove electric ignition not working

Community Discussions

No spark on left burners electrode igniters

Test the ignitor by connecting a working one to the non-working ones; if they work, replace the spark module.

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stove electric ignition not working

Ordered ignition module as a potential fix.

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1 burner won't click or light up

Possible faulty spark ignition switch/module; using a BBQ lighter is a temporary solution.

Pro needed View on Reddit →

Source: Reddit r/appliancerepair

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