Gas ranges

Range clock or display won't turn on

If the clock and display are dead but burners still work manually, the issue is almost always electrical, not gas, and often as simple as a tripped breaker.

Difficulty
Easy
Time
10–20 minutes
DIY cost
$0–$10
Pro cost
$150–$350

Symptoms

  • Display is completely blank
  • Burners and oven still light fine using manual ignition
  • No response from any control panel buttons
  • Problem started after a power outage or breaker trip

Likely causes

  • CommonTripped breaker or blown fuseThe range's electrical side runs off house power even though the burners run on gas.
  • CommonUnplugged or loose power cordThe range may have been bumped or the cord not fully seated.
  • PossibleFailed control boardThe electronic board that runs the clock and display can fail independently of the gas system.
  • Less commonFaulty display panelThe display itself can fail while the rest of the board works.

What to do

  1. Check your home's breaker panel for a tripped breaker labeled for the range or kitchen, and reset it if found.
  2. If the range is plugged into an outlet, confirm the cord is fully seated and check the outlet with another device.
  3. Unplug the range (or switch off its breaker) for about a minute, then restore power to reset the control board.
  4. Watch for the display to come back on after power is restored; some models take a moment to boot up.
  5. If burners still light manually but the display stays dark after a reset, the control board or display itself has likely failed.
  6. Note whether any error codes flashed briefly, since that can help a technician diagnose faster.

Tools and parts

  • Flashlight
Range control boardSearch: “gas range control board replacement”

When to call a pro

If power is confirmed good and the display still won't light, call an appliance technician to test the control board.

Safety

Generally low risk

Generally low risk for a careful person. Stop if anything looks different from what this guide describes.

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