A surface burner that clicks without lighting, or does not click at all, is a common range and cooktop call in Larchmont kitchens with Wolf, Viking, and Thermador cooking. The fault usually comes back to the igniter, the spark module, or the burner itself.
Notes by Brand
The same symptom can have different causes depending on the brand. Here is how we approach burner not igniting across the roster.
Wolf
A burner that clicks but will not light is often a wet or dirty igniter cap or a failed spark module. We dry and clean the cap and test the module.
Viking
We check the igniter cap, the spark switch, and the module. A worn switch can stop the spark entirely.
Thermador
On sealed burners, a wet cap or a clogged port is common. Freedom induction faults are different and point to the board.
La Cornue
A burner not lighting can be a dirty igniter, a blocked port, or a gas-supply issue. We clean and verify the gas path.
Dacor
We test the spark module, the switch, and the electrode. A cracked electrode stops ignition on that burner.
Monogram
We check the igniter, the switch, and the module. GE-platform ranges respond to cap cleaning and module testing.
Kitchenaid
A burner that will not spark points to the igniter switch, the module, or a wet cap. We test the electrical path.
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Indications and What We Check
| Symptom | Likely Cause | What We Check |
|---|---|---|
| Clicks, no light | A wet or dirty igniter, or a gas fault | Dry and clean the cap, verify the gas path |
| No click | A failed spark module or switch | Test the module, switch, and electrode |
| One burner only | A cracked electrode or a blocked port | Inspect the electrode and clean the port |