Why It Clicks but Will Not Catch
The clicking you hear is the spark igniter firing, trying to light the gas at the burner. When it clicks but no flame catches, the spark is either not reaching the gas or the gas is not flowing cleanly to the ignition point. The most common reason is a burner port or cap clogged with food, grease, or cleaning residue, which disrupts the flow and the spark path.
Moisture is the second common culprit. After a spill or a cleaning, a wet igniter or burner cap can click endlessly without lighting until it dries out.
From Simple Checks to Real Faults
Start by turning the burner off, letting it dry if it was recently cleaned, and making sure the cap is seated correctly and the ports are clear with a soft brush. If one burner is affected while the others light, the problem is local to that burner. If every burner clicks and will not light, the spark module that fires them all, or the gas supply, is more likely at fault.
When cleaning and drying do not restore ignition, the igniter itself, the spark module, or the burner's gas path may need service. We test which of these is failing rather than swapping parts blindly.
Symptom Reference
| Symptom | Likely Cause | What We Do |
|---|---|---|
| One burner clicks, no light | Fouled port or cap | Clean the port and reseat the cap |
| Clicks after cleaning | Wet igniter or cap | Dry, then test ignition |
| All burners click, none light | Spark module or gas supply | Test module and gas path |
| No click at all | Igniter or wiring fault | Test and replace igniter or wiring |
Turn It Off If It Will Not Light
A burner that clicks without lighting is releasing gas. Turn it off, let the area clear, and diagnose the cause rather than repeatedly trying to light it.
Book a Repair with a Specialist
Diagnostic and travel fees, if applicable, are confirmed before the appointment and before repair approval.