Hoover Worn or Contaminated Gas Tap / Selector Shaft

Control knobs on the range are very stiff or difficult to turn.

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.

Possible Causes

Grease or cleaner ingress into tap, Dried lubricant inside gas tap, Corroded selector switch shaft, Misaligned control panel

Safety first: Do not apply excessive force to gas taps; they can crack and leak. Do not lubricate gas taps with household oils.

Clean exterior: Wipe around the knobs to remove sticky residues. Remove knobs (pull straight off) and clean them separately.
Inspect shafts: Check for visible corrosion or damage.
Professional service: Gas taps must be serviced or replaced by a qualified gas engineer, who can disassemble, clean, and re‑grease the gas taps with approved lubricant or fit new taps.

Hard 4/5

Gas Tap (Control Valve)

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