Ilve Relay Chatter / Poor Electrical Supply

Oven cavity light and fan come on, but elements cycle on and off rapidly and temperature is unstable.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Loose neutral or live connection, failing relay coil drive on PCB, low mains voltage, interference from other high-load appliances on same circuit

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power before tightening any electrical connections.

Checks:

  • Inspect and tighten all connections at the terminal block and on the main control board.
  • Have an electrician measure mains voltage under load to ensure it is within Ilve's specified range.
  • If supply is stable and connections are sound, but relays still chatter, replace the main control board.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Main Control Board
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