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GE Stove/oven controls don't work
If your GE stove or oven controls are not working, a cracked or stripped timer knob is the most likely cause. The knob must grip and turn the timer stem, and a knob that slips cannot operate the control. Next, check the thermostat knob, followed by the selector knob, control knob, or another GE range knob. Each knob must properly engage its switch, valve, or thermostat stem. If the knob is damaged, replacing it may restore control without replacing the underlying switch or thermostat. When several controls stop responding after a power surge or outage, the range may need a power reset. Turn off power to the GE range at the circuit breaker or unplug it for several minutes, then restore power and test the controls. This troubleshooting applies to common GE stove controls not working and GE oven controls not working symptoms, including controls that turn loosely or fail to change settings. Enter your model number to find the exact replacement timer knob, thermostat knob, selector knob, or control knob for your GE range, stove, or oven.
01 - GE Range/Stove/Oven Timer Knob
The stove's timer knob needs to be able to engage and rotate the timer stem for the control to work. If the knob is cracked or stripped out and just slips on the stem a new knob will need to be installed to properly engage the control.
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02 - GE Range/Stove/Oven Thermostat Knob
The stove's thermostat knob needs to be able to engage and rotate the thermostat stem for the control to work. If the knob is cracked or stripped out and just slips on the stem a new knob will need to be installed to properly engage the control.
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03 - GE Range/Stove/Oven Selector Knob
A stove selector knob needs to be able to engage and rotate the selector switch stem for that control to work. If the knob is cracked or stripped out and just slips on the stem a new knob will need to be installed to properly engage the control.
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04 - GE Range/Stove/Oven Control Knob
A stove control knob needs to be able to engage and rotate the switch or valve stem for that control to work. If the knob is cracked or stripped out and just slips on the stem a new knob will need to be installed to properly engage the switch or valve.
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05 - GE Range/Stove/Oven Knob
A stove control knob needs to be able to engage and rotate the switch or valve stem for that control to work. If the knob is cracked or stripped out and just slips on the stem a new knob will need to be installed to properly engage the switch or valve.
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06 - Power reset
After a power surge or power outage, range controls could be temporarily affected. Full operation can sometimes be restored through a power reset by turning the power to the appliance off for a few minutes and then back on.
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