Samsung Oven broiler not working: Common Causes & How to Fix

Repair Instructions:

The broiler element in your oven might have burned out. When it's working properly, it glows red hot. If it doesn't glow red, this means it's not heating up. Often, if it's burned out, it will look visibly damaged. Look for holes or blisters on the broil element. To see if it's burned out, use a tool called a multimeter to test if electricity flows through it well (this is called continuity). If it doesn't have continuity, you should replace it.

How to Replace Range/Stove/Oven Broil Element

1. Disconnect power supply to the range at the main circuit breaker for safety.

2. Remove broiler/top oven panels by lifting out mounting clips or screws.

3. Carefully pull broil element shelf out to fully access element wires.

4. Detach wire leads from element by loosening screwdriver terminal screws.

5. Slide old broil element out of mounting slots at rear of broiler box.

6. Insert replacement element leads first through access hole before sliding into slots.

7. Tighten terminal screws to securely connect wires to new element.

8. Slide shelf back into position below element and replace panels.

9. Reconnect power supply at main breaker and test broiler function.

10. Replace any insulation blankets or heat shields removed during replacement.

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The igniter in your oven glows to light the gas in the burner assembly. To check if the igniter is broken, watch it as the oven heats up. If it glows for more than 90 seconds without lighting the gas flame, this means the igniter is too weak to light the gas. If the igniter is weak, it needs to be replaced.

How to Replace Range/Stove/Oven Igniter

1. Shut off power. Locate the circuit breaker for the range and shut it off to cut power to the appliance.

2. Remove oven door. Most ranges have hinges that allow the door to be lifted off. Support the door and disengage it from the hinges. Set it aside.
3. Remove back panel. Look inside the oven cavity for screws or clips holding a rear access panel in place. Remove the screws or clips and take off the panel to access wiring and components.
4. Disconnect wires. The igniter will have two wires, one power supply and one ground, connected to it. Carefully disconnect the wires by twisting or squeezing release tabs to pull them free.
5. Remove old igniter. The igniter is normally held in place with one or two mounting screws. Remove the screws to take out the old igniter.
6. Install new igniter. Line up the mounting holes of the replacement igniter and secure it with the original screws. Reconnect the wires by pushing them firmly into the terminals.
7. Replace back panel and door. Reattach any panels or covers removed during disassembly and remount the oven door on its hinges.
8. Restore power. Go to the circuit breaker and restore power to the range. Test that the igniter sparks and the range functions properly.

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The temperature control thermostat controls the broiler's heat. If it's broken, it might not heat the broiler element. The oven thermostat can't be fixed—if it's broken, you have to replace it.

How to Replace Range/Stove/Oven Temperature Control Thermostat

1. Disconnect power supply - Locate the circuit breaker for the oven and switch it off before starting work. This prevents electric shock.

2. Remove control knobs - The knobs on the stovetop need to be removed to access the thermostat. Gently pull them straight off the stems.

3. Take off backguard - Unscrew any screws or brackets on the backguard and remove it to access the rear of the thermostat.

4. Disconnect wiring - Identify each thermostat wire connection and remove them. Tape wires to keep organized for reassembly.

5. Unmount old thermostat - Remove mounting screws to detach the old thermostat from the oven. Be careful not to lose any parts.

6. Install new thermostat - Secure the new thermostat in place with mounting screws. Make connections to match old wiring.

7. Replace backguard - Carefully reattach the backguard with the screws and brackets. Make sure wires are secure.

8. Reattach knobs - Line up the knobs and gently push back onto the control stems until fully seated.

9. Restore power - Return to the circuit breaker and switch the oven power back on.

10. Test operation - Set oven to various temperatures and verify accurate readings. Calibrate if needed per manufacturer instructions.

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The valve and pressure regulator are often wrongly blamed for problems. Before you decide to replace them, first check all the parts that usually break.

How to Replace Range/Stove/Oven Valve and Pressure Regulator

1. Shut off gas supply at the main line behind or under the appliance.

2. Disconnect flex gas lines from both valve and regulator by loosening coupling nuts.

3. Remove valve and regulator mounting fasteners such as screws or nuts.

4. Gently remove old valve and regulator taking care not to scratch surrounding surfaces.

5. Apply pipe thread sealant to inlet ports of replacement parts before installing.

6. Mount regulator first in original position using fasteners by hand only.

7. Attach flex gas lines to valve and regulator hand-tightening fittings.

8. Secure valve base and fully tighten all fasteners at both components.

9. Turn on gas and inspect connections for leaks using soapy water solution.

10. Replace any panels or covers removed and verify safe operation.

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The control board in an oven often sends power to the broil element or the igniter. If the board is broken, it might not send power, and the oven broiler won't work. You can look at the board for signs of damage or a shorted component. Also, after checking the appliance's wiring diagram, you can use a tool called a multimeter to test if power is reaching the broil element or igniter.

How to Replace Range/Stove/Oven Oven Control Board

1. Shut off power to the range by locating the circuit breaker and shutting it off. This prevents electric shock.

2. Remove the control knobs by gently pulling straight up and off of the stems they attach to. Set aside.

3. Remove the control panel of the oven by locating mounting screws around the edges and carefully removing them.

4. Disconnect the wire connectors attached to the control board by squeezing release tabs and gently pulling wires free.

5. Remove mounting screws or other hardware securing the board in place. Lift out the old board.

6. Install the new control board and attach with original mounting screws or hardware.

7. Reconnect wire connectors to matching terminals, ensuring colors or locations match up properly.

8. Replace the control panel and mounting screws around the edges.

9. Reattach control knobs by pushing them back onto the stems.

10. Restore power and test ovent functions like bake, broil, temperature controls.

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An oven broiler burner spark electrode is used to light the gas for broil burner ignition. The electrode, a device that is next to the broil burner, works like a spark plug. When it gets power, a spark jumps from the tip of the electrode to the shield, lighting the gas. If the electrode is broken or worn out, the spark may not happen. Check for cracks in the porcelain housing or damage to the tip of the electrode. Remember, a proper ground and the correct electrical charge from the incoming power are needed for the control to sense the flame once the burner is lit. If the burner turns off after it's lit, check for a proper ground and the right electrical charge at the wall outlet.

How to Replace Range/Stove/Oven Bake or Broil Spark Electrode

1. Disconnect power to the range at the main circuit breaker.

2. Locate the oven spark electrode near the top/back of the oven cavity.

3. Twist the wire connector to unfasten it from the electrode terminal.

4. Remove mounting screw securing electrode to the back oven panel.

5. Gently wiggle electrode straight up and out of the mounting hole.

6. Insert replacement electrode through mounting hole in back panel.

7. Secure with mounting screw and tightened fully by hand.

8. Reconnect wire connector by firmly pushing onto electrode terminal.

9. Replace any removed panels or insulation for safe operation.

10. Restore power and test oven ignitor functions before using.

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Some ovens have a relay board. This board has several relays that control the power to the broiler heating circuit. If one or more of the relays on the board fail, the broil element won't work. But this doesn't happen often. Before replacing the relay board, check all of the heating parts in the oven. If none of these parts are broken, the relay board might be the problem. If the relay board is broken, it should be replaced.

How to Replace Range/Stove/Oven Relay Board

1. Disconnect power to the oven at the main circuit breaker for safety.

2. Remove oven control knobs, bezels and back panels to access relay board.

3. Identify wire harness connectors attached to the original relay board.

4. Disconnect wire harness connectors by depressing locking tabs and pulling apart.

5. Remove mounting screws or clips securing relay board in the oven cavity.

6. Carefully lift out old relay board assembly. Check for fit issues with replacement.

7. Position new relay board assembly and start any mounting screws or clips.

8. Reconnect all wire harness connectors firmly until locked in place.

9. Fully secure relay board mounting and replace removed panels/knobs.

10. Restore power and test all oven functions before use.

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The oven control board has relays that send power to the bake and broil parts based on what you set and what the sensors detect. If the board is broken, it might not send power to the broil element. But this doesn't happen often. Before replacing the control board, test all the heating parts first. Testing the oven control board isn't easy, so if you think it's broken, you'll have to replace it.

How to Replace Range/Stove/Oven Oven Control Board

1. Shut off power to the range by locating the circuit breaker and shutting it off. This prevents electric shock.

2. Remove the control knobs by gently pulling straight up and off of the stems they attach to. Set aside.

3. Remove the control panel of the oven by locating mounting screws around the edges and carefully removing them.

4. Disconnect the wire connectors attached to the control board by squeezing release tabs and gently pulling wires free.

5. Remove mounting screws or other hardware securing the board in place. Lift out the old board.

6. Install the new control board and attach with original mounting screws or hardware.

7. Reconnect wire connectors to matching terminals, ensuring colors or locations match up properly.

8. Replace the control panel and mounting screws around the edges.

9. Reattach control knobs by pushing them back onto the stems.

10. Restore power and test ovent functions like bake, broil, temperature controls.

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The safety valve and the oven igniter work together to give gas to the burner. If the safety valve breaks, the oven won't heat. But, it's very rare for a safety valve to break. Before replacing the safety valve, check all of the oven parts that usually break, especially the igniter. If all the other heating parts are working right, use a tool called a multimeter to see if electricity flows well through the safety valve (this is called continuity). If the safety valve doesn't have continuity, it needs to be replaced.

How to Replace Range/Stove/Oven Safety Valve

1. Shut off gas supply at the main shut-off valve behind or under the appliance.

2. Disconnect flex gas line from safety valve by loosening coupling nut with a wrench.

3. Remove mounting screws or nuts securing safety valve to appliance structure.

4. Gently remove old valve taking care not to scratch nearby surfaces.

5. Apply pipe thread sealant to inlet port of replacement safety valve.

6. Position replacement valve at installation point and start mounting hardware.

7. Reconnect flex gas line and tighten coupling nut securely.

8. Fully tighten mounting screws/nuts with a wrench.

9. Turn on gas supply and check connections are leak-free with soapy water.

10. Reinstall any removed components and verify safe operation before use.

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One of the wires giving power to the broil element or broil burner igniter might be burned out. These wires often burn out near the heating element. To check if a wire is burned out, look at the wires going to the element or igniter. If a wire is burned out, it will often look visibly burnt.