GE Oven steam clean not working
Common reasons your GE Oven steam clean not working
The most common reasons your GE oven steam clean is not working are a defective PCB (printed circuit board), broken bake element or failed igniter.
28% of the time it's the
PCB
22% of the time it's the
Bake Element
18% of the time it's the
Igniter
32% of the time it's the
Something else
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Most common repairs needed to fix a GE oven
PCB Replacement
A defective PCB can lead to various failures in an oven, including a lack of heating during the steam cleaning mode. The electronic control board serves as the brain of the oven, controlling crucial operations such as regulating oven temperatures, running cooling fans, controlling cooking time and controlling the self-clean cycle of the oven. If the electronic control board malfunctions, it can fail to send current to the oven bake element or burner igniter during the steam clean cycle. When your GE oven steam clean is not working, have a Sears Home Services professional conduct diagnostic tests on the board to determine if replacement is necessary.
Bake Element Replacement
A broken oven bake element will prevent the element from heating in the steam clean mode. In some cases, the bake element may show visible signs of damage, such as cracks, blisters, or burn marks. A failing element may exhibit an inability of the oven to reach or maintain the set temperature. You may notice uneven cooking or prolonged cooking times. If the element is severely damaged, it may cause sparking, smoking or odd noises during operation. Having a Sears Home Services professional address these symptoms promptly is essential to ensure consistent and effective baking and cleaning performance in the oven
Igniter Replacement
When a gas oven igniter is faulty, it can prevent a burner from lighting in the steam clean mode, resulting in no heat to make steam to clean the oven. A weak igniter may glow but not get hot enough to open the safety gas valve and igniter the burner. When your gas GE oven steam clean is not working, schedule repair service to have a Sears Home Services technician visit your home and fix the problem
What to expect when you experience a GE oven with its steam clean not working
How is the GE oven steam clean not working problem fixed?
Correcting most oven steam clean mode not working problems usually involves replacing the PCB, bake element or burner igniter. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.
Sears Home Services recommendations for a GE oven steam clean not working failure
When the oven steam clean mode is not working, it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of oven failures.
What to look out for with a GE oven steam clean not working diagnosis
Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your oven problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. GE appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.
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Glossary Terms
A thermocouple is a sensor used for measuring temperature, consisting of two different metal wires joined at one end, which generate a voltage proportional to temperature changes.
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