Tripped breaker
Electric ranges use a double breaker; gas ranges still need power for the igniter and controls.
Appliance problem guide
Oven Won't Turn On
An oven that does nothing at all usually has a power, control lock or control board problem.
Short answer
Check the breaker, make sure the clock is set if your model needs it, and look for a control lock or Sabbath mode. If the display is blank or the oven still will not start, the control board, a fuse or wiring may need a technician.
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What is usually behind it
Likely causes
Modern ovens rely on electronic controls even on gas models, so a power or control problem can stop everything.
Control lock or special mode
A lock, Sabbath mode or demo mode can stop the oven from heating.
Clock not set after an outage
Some ovens will not run until the clock is set after a power interruption.
Control board or fuse
A failed board, relay or internal fuse can leave the display blank.
Safe first checks
What you can safely check first
- Check the breaker and reset it once if it tripped
- Set the clock if the display is flashing
- Look in the manual for how to turn off a control lock
- Try turning the breaker off for a minute, then back on
- Make sure a gas range is plugged in
Safety: gas and electrical work
Leave the breaker off if it trips again. Do not remove the back panel or control panel yourself.
If you smell gas, do not switch anything on or off and do not use a phone near the appliance. Leave the house and call the gas utility or 911 from outside.
When to call
When to call a technician
Call if the display stays blank with the breaker on, if the breaker trips again, or if the oven shows an error code. Mention the type of range or wall oven.
Related services
Services that cover this problem
Start with oven repair, part of stove, cooktop and oven repair.
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Regional areas
Power surges can damage control boards and fuses. Try resetting the breaker. If the display stays blank or shows an error, a technician can test the controls.
Most modern gas ovens use electricity for the igniter, controls and light. If the outlet or breaker is off, the oven will not light.
It is a setting on many ovens that changes how controls respond. If it is on by accident, the oven may not behave normally. The manual explains how to turn it off.
Next step
Still not working after the safe checks?
Call to describe what the appliance is doing and get connected with an independent local provider.