Why does my oven flame keeps going out?

The most common reason is the sensor is either dirty, or the burner is clogged and the flame is not hitting the sensor. Cleaning the burner and sensor is a moderately complex job, but with basic mechanical skill it can be done. Start by carefully pulling the range out and unplugging the power cord.

Why does my gas oven not stay alight?

Since gas ovens operate on gas, the oven must get uninterrupted gas. Therefore, the oven will not stay lit if the gas supply is less than required to ignite a flame. Fix: Ensure there’s no gas leakage. If you smell gas in the kitchen, immediately turn off the main gas supply.

Why does my gas stove flame keep going out?

Gas Line Blockage If your burner lights for a short time but then goes out, you may have a blockage in the gas valve. The gas line is what provides fuel to the burner to keep it lit. A complete blockage often prevents the burner from lighting at all.

Why do oven pilot lights go out?

Some of the possible serious reasons for pilot lights to go out include loose or broken gas valves, thermocouples or heat exchangers, faulty venting, low gas pressure, or high winds. If you believe there is a serious problem, don’t hesitate to contact a professional.

Is it normal for a gas oven to turn on and off?

It is normal for the oven igniter to stay on while the burner is on. Once the oven reaches the set temperature, the igniter will come back on and stay on until the burner is lit to keep the oven set temperature.

How do you reset a gas oven?

Reset the electronic control:

1. Turn the circuit breaker to the OFF position. Wait one minute, then turn the breaker back to the ON position to reset electronic oven controls on models so equipped.
2. We suggest doing this even if the light or the clock on the range or wall oven is working.

Does gas leak if the pilot light goes out?

If the pilot light goes out on a storage or instantaneous hot water heater, space heater or a ducted heater, you will not have a gas leak. This is because all modern gas appliances with pilot lights have a fail-safe device that closes off the gas to the appliance in the case when the pilot may go out.

What causes a pilot light to go out?

How do I know if my thermocouple is bad?

If you can’t get the flame to light at all, and you’re sure the gas is on, there’s probably an obstruction in the pilot tube. If the flame lights and goes out when you release the gas control knob after holding it in for the recommended 20 to 30 seconds, that’s the sign of a thermocouple malfunction.

Why does my oven turn on and off while cooking?

If the oven continues to shut down when baking, the temperature sensor has likely malfunctioned. This is a safety feature built into many ovens, causing the appliance to shut off. If the sensor goes bad, a faulty reading can cause the oven to shut off the heating element circuits for baking.