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Common oven and stove problems

Oven self cleaning problem

Running the self cleaning cycle on your oven has the possibility of causing issues to it. As well, there could be an issue with your oven that is preventing your self cleaning cycle from working. These issues can be extremely frustrating to deal with. But don’t worry, our team has all the experience needed to repair any oven issues!
Causes:
Door latch switch: If something is wrong with your door latch switch, the oven cleaning cycle will not begin. The door switch allows the oven door to lock, and the cycle will only run if the door is able to lock.
Door lock motor and switch assembly: as mentioned above, the door switch allows the oven door to lock, and the cleaning cycle will only run if the door is locked. The switch is what activates the door lock motor to keep the oven door locked during the self cleaning cycle. If the door lock motor and switch assembly is faulty, the door will remain locked after the cleaning cycle is over and you will not be able to open the door.
Temperature control thermostat: this thermostat is what regulates the temperature of the oven. If the temperature control thermostat is faulty, it may not work during the self cleaning process. It is possible for this thermostat to work correctly during backing cycles but not for the cleaning cycle.
Thermal fuse: the job of the thermal fuse is to shut the power off to the oven when it gets too hot, to avoid overheating. It is possible for the thermal fuse to blow while the self cleaning cycle is running. If this happens, you will have to replace it.

Oven interior light not working

If your oven interior light is not working, it can be a pain. You’re constantly having to open the oven to see how your meal is coming along, which affects the time taken to cook and the quality of your food. Have you ever baked a cake while opening the oven door to check on it? The result is a pancake!
Getting regular maintenance carried out on your oven and other kitchen appliances can help prevent issues like this from cropping up. There are a few easy fixes that you too can try to sort out this frustrating issue.

Oven not heating properly

The oven is a valuable and often taken-for-granted appliance. You turn the dial to the desired temperature, wait the standard 10 minutes for it to heat up and.. voila! You’re ready to create your culinary masterpiece. But what happens when that perfect temperature starts to drop? Worst-case scenario; you need a new stove. Best case scenario; the problem is a simple fix that you can do yourself.

Oven doesn’t bake evenly

It can be incredibly frustrating when you need to bake something, but your oven is not baking it evenly! Chances are, you don’t know why your oven is causing your food to bake unevenly. Don’t worry, there are a few common causes to explain this, and our technicians are always here to help!
One reason may be that your oven is not calibrated correctly. If the oven is not level, it will not cook food evenly. If your oven calibration is off, you are going to want an expert technician to help you fix this problem.
Another reason your oven may not be baking evenly is because the heat is not distributed evenly. This can be caused by a dirty oven fan or a door that is not closing properly. Make sure to clean the oven fan and check the door seals to ensure that they are in good condition.
The issue could also be as simple as moving around your oven racks. If your food is burnt on top but undercooked at the bottom, then it may be time for a little more labour. You may need to lower the racks in order for it all to cook equally, and even rotate them as they’re cooking so there’s no uneven spots.

Oven broiler problem

If you are a person who uses their oven broiler, you may be upset when you start facing problems with it. There is no reason to worry when the team at MAAR24 Repair can help you with any broiler problem you may be facing.
Causes:
Burnt out broil element: when the broil element is working properly, it glows a bright red when heated up, and will not glow if it is not working. You are able to check for holes or blisters on the element that can help indicate if it has burnt out. You can use a multimeter to check for continuity on the broil element. If it does not have continuity, it has burnt out and will need to be replaced.
Temperature control thermostat: this thermostat regulates the temperature of the broiler. If the thermostat is no longer working, it will not be able to heat up the broiler element. When the thermostat malfunctions, you will need to replace it as it is not repairable.
Oven control board: The control board sends voltage to the bake and broil circuits when you need to use them. If the control board is faulty, it may not be able to send the voltage to the broil circuit. Before you replace the control board, make sure you have tested all other possibilities and causes of the broiler problem.

Oven thermostat not working properly

Stove burners spark all the time

If you’re cooking dinner on your stove and notice the burner start to spark, that can startle you! And you’re probably thinking, “why is it doing that?!” Don’t worry though, our team of professional repairmen are here to help. If your stove burner is sparking, this is dangerous and can be a fire hazard, so it should be fixed right away.
Causes:
Loose connectors: as time goes on and you use your burners frequently, the connection can become loose. When the connection starts to loosen, it can cause high resistance, which can cause the wires to overheat and burn or arc, causing sparks.
Frayed wires: overtime the insulation on the wires that are connected to the burner may begin to fray. If the wires start to fray, they can cause arcing and sparks. You will need to replace these wires.
Damaged coil: Overtime, as you frequently use your burners, the coils can become damaged. If the coils have any cracks, bubbles, or blisters, this can cause sparking and you will have to replace your burner.
Defective element: if there doesn’t appear to be any damage or problems with your burner but it is sparking, it may be defective and needs to be replaced.

Stove knob won’t turn

Nothing is more frustrating than when your oven knob won’t turn and you have food to cook! However, the good news is that this problem is generally easy to fix!
If your oven knob is not turning, the problem is likely with the peg shaft or the knob cap. To begin fixing the issue, you need to take the knob handle off. To get the knob off, gently pull it off with your hand or ease it off with a butter knife.
Now that the knob is off, you can take a look at the peg shaft. When you are inspecting and fixing issues, always make sure to be careful, as if done incorrectly you can cause additional problems to your oven.
To inspect the peg shaft, you will notice a peg protruding from the cooker front. Take a pair of pliers and gently try to turn the peg to change the temperature. If the peg turns and works successfully, the issue is with the knob, which can easily be replaced. If the peg still does not move when you try to turn it, the peg has probably gotten stuck. You can simply add some WD40 to the peg and allow it to soak in. Then, try turning the peg again, if it still does not move, you will need to call a professional to help you fix the issue.

Range surface element won’t turn off

If you’re done cooking and the stove burner won’t turn off, it can be concerning and dangerous. Not only is it dangerous to your safety, but it can also be a fire hazard. You are going to need to fix this issue as soon as possible.
Causes:
Broken knob: if the knob on the stove is broken, it won’t be able to turn the temperature off. You can try removing the knob handle and manually turn the temperature off with a pair of pliers by turning the peg.
Electronic or control pad error: Sometimes the electronics or control pad in your stove encounter an error and the stove will not receive the message that it needs to turn off. Try unplugging the oven from the wall and waiting 60 seconds before plugging it back in to see if this resets the oven.
Faulty surface element: if the surface element shorts out, the burner may not be able to turn off. As well, if the electrical contacts have fused together, this will send constant voltage to the burner, meaning it will not be able to turn off and will need to be replaced.
Faulty surface element switch: the surface element switch indicates to the stove when it needs to turn off. If the switch shorts out, the stove won’t get the message to turn off.

Oven temperature sensor failure

Sometimes our ovens start having issues and we’re not sure why. This can be incredibly frustrating, especially since ovens are such an important part of the kitchen and your everyday use!
If you’re having problems with your oven, one of the possibilities is the oven temperature sensor. Here are some common problems that are caused by an oven temperature sensor issue:
Longer cooking times than usual: if you are having to prolong your usual cooking time by 10 or 20 minutes, this can mean the temperature sensor isn’t gauging the proper temperature.
Undercooked food: if you take out your food when it should be perfectly cooked, but it is actually undercooked, the sensor may only be heating the oven to a fraction of the set temperature.
Unevenly cooked food: if you pull your food out of the oven and half of it is cooked or overcooked while the other half is still raw, chances are the temperature sensor needs to be replaced.
Oven overheating: The oven overheating is the most serious issue caused by a faulty temperature sensor. If you set the oven temperature to 350 degrees but it rapidly heats up to 450 degrees, this is a serious issue and you will want to get it fixed as soon as possible.

Oven knob won’t turn

Oven won’t turn off

If you’re done cooking and your oven won’t turn off, this can seem like a big problem. When your oven doesn’t turn on it can feel quite stressful and needs to be sorted as soon as possible.
Causes:
Oven control board: the oven control board uses relays to send voltage to the bake and broil circuits. If one of these relay shorts is closed, continuous voltage may be delivered to the heating circuit. If the oven is turned off and still heats, it is likely a broken control board that needs to be replaced.
Bake and broil element: if one of the heating elements burns out, it can cause a short in the oven. If the heating element has shorted out, the oven will not turn off. You can check to see if there is any damage such as holes or blisters on the element that may indicate a short. If there is, you will need to replace the element. Similarly, the broil element can short out causing the same problem.

Oven fan keeps running

If the fan in your oven is still running after you have turned off your oven, there may be a problem. Our technicians have plenty of experience working on all sorts of oven problems and are available to help.
Causes:
Faulty temperature sensor: if the temperature sensor is faulty, it may think your oven is still hot, even if it is not. This means the fan will continue to run, even if the oven is cool.
Faulty control thermostat: the control thermostat regulates the temperature of the oven and starts the fan if the oven gets too hot. If the thermostat is faulty, it may turn the fan on even when it is not hot.
Faulty cooling fan thermostat: The cooling fan thermostat starts the fan when the oven gets hot. If the fan continues to operate after the oven has cooled down, the issue may be with this thermostat.

Faulty burners that won’t turn on

Things get very stressful in the kitchen when the stove burner won’t heat. The pressure is on to get the food ready on time and your stove doesn’t want to cooperate. This is a scary scenario that you should avoid at all times.
Luckily, there are things you can do to avoid this dilemma. Having routine service done for your kitchen stove is a primary and most effective way to ensure that it’s working 100%.
It’s also important to know the main causes of why a stove burner won’t heat. This way you can readily apply proper solutions.

Temperature regulation issues

One thing you probably dislike in cooking is when a stove can’t maintain temperature. This problem can easily mess with your cooking time. It also affects the outcome of your dish. You may end up with raw, tough meat.

Faulty induction elements

If you find yourself searching for ‘can’t adjust heat on stove’ you have a legitimate problem. Burners that won’t heat to and stay at the temperature you need make cooking almost anything impossible. Basically this renders the stove un-usable.
Before you haul the offending appliance off to the land fill and resign yourself to the expense of a new stove, there are some common issues that you can check for. Because this issue involves electricity safety should be first on your mind.

Stove glass cracked

Sometimes something falls or drops onto your glass top stove and cracks the glass, and other times the glass can crack from other factors. This can be a very irritating issue. However, it can also be an extremely dangerous issue.
NEVER use your stove if the glass top is cracked or shattered. Even the smallest cracks are dangerous and the stove should never be used as cracks increase your risk of being electrocuted.

Stove burners spark all the time

Common Oven Stove Parts That We Can Replace

Oven bake element
Oven broil element
Stovetop terminal block
Coil surface element
Door switch
Control knob
Grease filter
Sealed surface burner
Baffle
Convection Oven
Fan Blade
Gasket
Oven Burner
Oven Thermocouple

Oven Convection Fan
Oven Light Bulb
Oven Rack
Oven Vent Tube
Terminal Block
Oven Door
Oven main board
Oven thermostat
Oven heat element
Oven over hit sensor

Control knob, stainless
40 Watt frosted
appliance light bulb.
Oven bake element.
Surface element control

How soon will my oven be repaired?

We always do everything possible to complete oven repairs within our first visit. Our team arrives with all the necessary equipment and various parts in order to ensure speedy repairs.

Are your oven repairs guaranteed?

All of our oven repairs are covered by our satisfaction guarantee. If your oven experiences the same problem after we have completed repairs, contact our team immediately for urgent service.

How quickly can I expect an oven repair technician to arrive?

We do our utmost to arrive within 3 hours of you making that call. We understand how important your household appliances are and we treat each case as urgent.

Can I continue using my oven if it’s running too hot or cold?

If your oven is running too hot, you will end up with food that’s burned or possibly cooked on the outside, but raw on the inside. Ovens that are too cold will not cook your food at all.

Why won’t the oven door open after self-cleaning?

If you have a self-cleaning unit that fails to open after the cycle has finished, there are a couple things you can try. First, you can plug out the unit and plug it back in after 5 minutes, then try to gently open the door. The second thing you can do is to set the cycle again and cancel it after 15 minutes.

How do I find the model and serial number of my oven?

There are a couple locations where the model and the serial number of your oven can be. Your oven should be labeled either behind the door, on the left leg behind the drawer, under the cooktop (lift-up styles) and inside the drawer (front frame).

Why doesn’t my oven cook properly?

In most cases, your oven isn’t cooking properly because of 3 elements: the igniter, the bake element or the broil element. When the bake element works properly, it looks red hot. A faulty bake element causes uneven temperatures and needs to be replaced by an oven repair professional. If your oven’s broil element doesn’t work, only the bake element will work, which will result in unevenly cooked food as well.

My oven overcooks my meals. Why?

When your meals come out overcooked from the oven, the problem is most likely the thermostat, which is designed to regulate the temperature in your oven. An oven repair professional can fix this problem for you.

Why am I hearing popping noises from my oven?

For noises like this, it is good to check the igniter and burner as they might be burned out or blocked. If you don’t feel comfortable checking this issue on your own, call for an oven repair technician as soon as possible.

Why isn’t my oven turning on?

If your oven isn’t turning on, it could be because of fuse problems, issues with your oven’s igniters, or faulty switches and/or sensors. If you are dealing with an oven that won’t turn on, call our oven technicians for speedy repairs.

Why does my oven’s fan make noises?

If you are hearing loud noises as soon as you turn on the oven, the reason is most likely the circulation fan. If you’re hearing noises after the oven has been on for a while, the cause is probably the cooling fan.

How do I clean my oven properly?

There are many oven cleaning products available on the market today. To keep your oven clean for a long time, we recommend cleaning food spills right away. This will eliminate the possibility of stubborn stains that are difficult to remove. If you prefer home-made remedies, you can use a mixture of warm water and baking soda and leave it overnight. Remove the paste residue tomorrow morning.

My oven smells bad. Why?

In most cases, the cause of bad odors from your oven is lack of proper maintenance. That could be grease residue or any kind of food spillage. Cleaning products not recommended for oven maintenance can also cause these smells, so make sure you use products that have been tested on ovens.

Why does smoke come out of my oven at high temperatures?

A simple reason for this can be food residue. Always check for any kind of residue before you start baking.

How can I maintain my oven?

You can keep your oven in tip-top shape by performing the following tasks:

Clean your oven regularly.
Don’t clean under your oven’s knobs.
Unplug your oven when you’re cleaning it with water.
Inspect your oven’s burners.

How can I speed up the repair process?

For speedy repairs, it’s important that you provide our team with all the relevant details regarding the problem and the make and model of the stove. If there’s anything you’re not sure of, we will be happy to assist. Make sure that your oven is empty before we arrive and that there’s nothing in the way that will prevent our team from completing the job.

When will my stove be repaired?

During our first visit, we will make sure that we stock our van with all the necessary tools and various parts. Our aim is always to complete repairs within our first visit.

Are all your stove repairs covered by a guarantee?

Yes, all stove repairs performed by our team are covered by our satisfaction guarantee.

How much will my stove repairs cost?

The cost of the repairs will depend on the problem. Of course, we always do everything in our power to keep repairs as cheap as possible.

Should I try to repair my stove myself?

While stoves are considered relatively simple appliances (compared to more complex devices), it’s not advisable to attempt repairs yourself. Apart from potentially making the problem worse, you could even end up paying more.

My stove doesn’t turn on. Why?

If you can’t turn on your stove, the problem may be as simple as it not being plugged into the wall socket. In some cases, your stove may be perfectly fine, but it’s the burner that’s faulty. Before you call for a repairman, make sure to check all burners and see if any of them are working. If this is not the case, a stove repair technician will be able to determine the cause of the problem.

Some of my stove burners don’t heat up properly. What should I do?

Some stove burners can be faulty and don’t heat up properly. In such cases, the burner needs replacement. On the other hand, the cause of the problem can also be a faulty switch or a bad connection to the burner socket. It’s best not to deal with these issues by yourself because only a stove repair technician can do it safely.

What to do when stove burners are too hot?

When you can’t regulate the temperature of your stove, the most common cause is the infinite switch that controls the power supply to the burner. This type of stove repair requires a replacement part that an appliance repair technician can easily get and install.

Are glass cook tops better than regular ones?

When it comes to electric vs ceramic cooktops, there are advantages and disadvantages to both. In terms of cleaning and maintenance, electric coil surfaces are very simple, whereas ceramic surfaces require specific cleaning methods. On the other hand, electric stoves can sometimes lose connectivity, which makes it harder for the burners to heat properly. This is a problem that ceramic coil stoves don’t normally have. Therefore, the choice between the two is a matter of personal taste.

How do I prevent scratches on my stove?

Once your cooktop gets scratched, there is no way you can remove them. The only thing you can do is try to prevent them with proper care. For example, cast iron cookware is normally very rough and can leave scratches on your stove, so avoid using it. When you’re cleaning, do not use abrasive cleaning solutions or metal pads. They will do more damage than good.

How do I clean hard stains on my stove?

Since metal pads and highly abrasive cleaners are not recommendable because they can leave scratches on the surface, it might be hard for you to get rid of those stubborn stains. However, there are some good solutions you can choose from. For example, something simple as boiling water or some salt and baking soda mixed with water can do the trick. If simple methods like this don’t work, you can mix one-part white vinegar with two parts water into a spray bottle and spray it on the surface.

How long should my stove last?

On average, your stove should last you between 10 and 15 years. To avoid breakdowns and frequent stove repairs, try to care for your stove as much as possible.

How much time does it take to repair a stove?

Stove repair duration heavily depends on whether or not spare parts are needed. If the repairman already has the spare parts, fixing the stove often takes less than a day. In the case that the spare part is not available at the moment, the repair will take longer.

How long can my stove stay on if I forget about it?

Leaving your stove on is not something you would want to do for obvious reasons. Nevertheless, if you do forget about a burner, this probably won’t cause a fire as they were designed to run indefinitely. The only thing to worry about is whether or not you left something on top.

Can oil spillage cause a fire on my stove?

Fat, grease and oil are not easily flammable, but such accidents do happen. Remember to keep things such as paper towels and other easily flammable objects away from the stove at all times.

How can I maintain my stove?

You can help extend the lifetime of your stove by doing the following:

Clean any spill as quickly as you can.
Clean spills that have been sitting for a while with elbow grease.
Avoid boil overs.
Clean stove parts regularly.
Clean the inside of your stove’s door.

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