Faulty Oven Control: What’s Going Wrong and How to Fix It

When the oven temperature won’t stay steady or the keypad stops working, the control panel is usually to blame. A bad control can mean you’re wasting energy, ruining meals, or even risking a safety issue. The good news is many problems are easy to spot and often cheap to repair.

Top Reasons Your Oven Control Fails

1. Loose or corroded wiring. Over time the connections inside the control panel can loosen or get rusty. That creates intermittent signals and makes the oven act strange.

2. Faulty thermostat or temperature sensor. The sensor tells the oven how hot it is. If it’s broken, the oven may over‑heat or never reach the set temperature.

3. Damaged control board. Modern ovens use a printed circuit board (PCB) to manage everything from the timer to the heating elements. A burnt spot or cracked board will stop the oven from responding.

4. Bad keypad or touchpad. Spilled food or liquid can damage the buttons, causing them to stick or not register presses.

Simple DIY Checks Before Calling a Pro

Power reset. Unplug the oven or switch off the circuit breaker for a minute, then turn it back on. This can clear minor electronic glitches.

Inspect the wiring. Pull the oven out of its cabinet (always disconnect power first). Look for any frayed or burnt wires near the control panel. Tighten loose screw connections if you feel comfortable.

Test the sensor. Use a multimeter set to ohms. A working temperature sensor usually reads around 1,100 ohms at room temperature. If the reading is far off, the sensor needs replacing.

Clean the keypad. Wipe the buttons with a dry cloth. If you suspect liquid damage, gently remove the keypad (refer to the user manual) and let it dry for several hours.

If these steps don’t bring the oven back to life, it’s time to call a professional. Trying to replace a control board without proper knowledge can be dangerous and may void warranties.

When to Call an Expert

Call a repair service if you see any of the following:

• Smoke or a burning smell when you try to use the oven.
• The oven won’t turn on at all, even after a reset.
• You notice cracks or burn marks on the control board.
• You’re not comfortable working with electrical components.

At Weymouth Appliance Repair Services, we have trained technicians who can diagnose a faulty oven control quickly. We’ll replace the part, test the oven, and get you back to cooking in no time.

Regular maintenance helps avoid control failures. Keep the oven clean, avoid spilling liquids on the keypad, and schedule a quick check‑up every couple of years. A little care now can save you a pricey repair later.

Bottom line: a faulty oven control is a common hiccup, but with a few simple checks you can often pinpoint the issue. If the problem persists, let the pros handle it – it’s safer, faster, and usually more affordable than a full oven replacement.