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Faulty electronic ignition
The part that sparks the burners.
Common fault
Built-in Hob Won't Ignite — Solutions
A built-in hob that won't ignite usually has an electronic-ignition or safety-sensor fault. Its repair needs a built-in specialist.
Symptoms
If you notice one or more of these symptoms, this page is for you:
- The burners do not light
- The electronic ignition does not respond
- Only a specific burner fails to light
The most common causes
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Safety sensors triggered incorrectly
They block ignition for the wrong reasons.
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Faulty control board
It does not route the signal to the burners.
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No power
The hob needs power for ignition.
Solutions
A simple check
Check the power
- 1 Check the circuit breaker
- 2 Check for a disconnected visible plug or connection
- 3 If power is fine, you need a specialist technician
The fix = a specialist technician
- Repair or replace the electronic ignition
- Test and reset the safety sensors
- Repair the control board
When to call a technician
- If none of the burners light
- If power is fine but the hob does not respond
- If safety sensors are blocking ignition
We repair built-in hobs for all brands: Bosch, Siemens, Ariston, Smeg, Teka, and more.
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Quick diagnosis for Built-in hob won't ignite
Use this table to identify the closest cause before calling. If gas smell is involved, treat it as an emergency.
Symptom
Likely cause
Best action
The burners do not light
Faulty electronic ignition
Repair or replace the electronic ignition
The electronic ignition does not respond
Safety sensors triggered incorrectly
Test and reset the safety sensors
Only a specific burner fails to light
Faulty control board
Repair the control board
Only a specific burner fails to light
No power
Check the power
Main service related to this fault
Built-in repairRelated faults that may be the cause
Frequently asked about Built-in hob won't ignite
Can I fix it myself?
Checking power, yes. Anything in ignition or the board needs a specialist.
Does the hob need to be removed?
Not always. The technician tries an in-place repair first.
How much does it cost?
Inspection is free and the technician explains the cost.
Is there a warranty?
Yes — a written warranty.
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