A burner that clicks away steadily without ever producing a flame is frustrating, but it’s rarely a sign of a serious fault. Work through these steps in order before assuming you need a technician.
Step 1: Confirm It’s Actually the Right Burner
On many gas cooktops, turning any knob to the ignite position fires the spark module for every burner simultaneously as a safety design, not just the one you’re using. Make sure you’re focused on the burner that genuinely isn’t lighting, not a neighboring one that’s clicking normally.
Step 2: Dry the Electrode and Burner Cap
A small gap separates the spark electrode from the burner port, and it doesn’t take much — a recent wipe-down, condensation, or a boil-over — for moisture to sit exactly in that gap and prevent the spark from jumping across it. Dry the area thoroughly with a cloth and try again.
Step 3: Reseat the Burner Cap
Lift the cap and set it back down, making sure it settles flat and centered rather than tilted to one side, which changes the electrode’s position relative to the gas port.
Step 4: Check for a Gas Smell
If you smell gas at any point during this process, stop immediately, turn off the burner, and don’t attempt to relight it — that’s a different situation entirely and needs prompt attention.
If None of This Works
A worn igniter itself is a common, affordable fix. Visit our Bertazzoni range repair page to book a visit.