816294097 Genuine Digital Timer for Smeg Ovens, Original Smeg Oven Clock Timer Module, Replacement Electronic Oven Timer

816294097 is the genuine Smeg digital timer for Smeg ovens. It's the electronic clock module behind the control panel that shows the time and runs the minute minder, and on ovens with timed cooking it also starts and stops the cook. Smeg has used several timers over the years, so check the number on your old timer's label or in the parts list for your oven before ordering.

Smeg oven clock or timer not working?

On many electronic ovens the timer is wired into the heating circuit, so the oven won't heat until the clock is set or the timer is back in manual mode. When the timer fails, you may see a blank or flickering display, buttons that don't respond, a clock that resets itself, or an oven that refuses to heat even though the fan and light work. Before replacing it, check the manual for how to set manual mode, as that's often all that's needed after a power cut. Moisture and heat from the oven are the usual causes of failure.

Part details

• Genuine Smeg part 816294097
• Digital oven timer and clock module
• Suits Smeg ovens built with this timer

Fitting the digital timer

Isolate the oven at the circuit breaker first. Built-in Smeg ovens are normally hard-wired, so have a licensed electrician fit the timer. Photograph the wiring on the back of the old module and note the plug positions before unplugging anything. Once the new timer is in, restore power, set the clock and run the oven on a manual function to confirm it heats.

Questions about this part

My oven display is flashing, is the timer faulty?

Not necessarily. A flashing display usually means the clock needs setting after a power interruption, and many Smeg ovens won't heat until it's set. Check your user manual for the steps first. If the clock won't set or the display stays blank, the timer may need replacing.