Delayed ignition is one of the most common reasons homeowners end up needing Frigidaire gas oven repair. If your oven takes forever to heat—or never heats at all—the igniter is the first thing many technicians check. The confusing part is that the igniter can look “active” (glowing) and still be too weak to ignite the burner properly.
If you’re currently dealing with a Frigidaire oven not heating, our gas vs electric breakdown is a good starting point before diving deep into igniter behavior.
Frigidaire igniter replacement is usually needed when the igniter becomes too weak to open the gas valve, causing delayed ignition, weak heating, or no heat—even if it still glows.
When you start the oven:
The igniter heats up
It draws electrical current
That current allows the gas valve to open
Gas flows and ignites
If the igniter weakens, it may glow but not draw enough current to open the valve fully.
You may notice:
The oven takes much longer to preheat
The burner doesn’t light reliably
The oven shuts off mid-cycle
The stovetop works, but the oven won’t heat
Heat varies from one cycle to the next
These patterns are classic “weak igniter” behavior.
Igniters wear down from:
High heat exposure
Constant heating cycles
Electrical load over time
That’s why many ovens go from “slow preheat” to “no heat” over weeks or months.
Igniter replacement involves gas safety and correct reassembly. A small mistake can lead to:
Gas leaks
Delayed ignition
Unsafe flame behavior
A technician typically verifies ignition timing and safe operation after replacement—this is why professional service is often the safer choice.
If you want a clear repair process (diagnosis → upfront estimate → repair → verification), see our Frigidaire Oven & Range Repair service page.
A proper repair often includes:
Testing igniter performance under operation
Inspecting burner alignment and ignition behavior
Verifying stable heat and cycling after repair
Confirming safe operation
Replacing parts without testing can leave the same symptom unresolved.
If you’ve seen an igniter glow but not heat the oven, contact with us and tell with your symptom—slow preheat, no heat, or intermittent heat.
