STOVES Timer Programmer- Electric Oven

I was recently called to a Stoves under top douple electric oven. Problem reported was that both ovens would not work.

Expecting it to be a normal timer setting problem I duly visited as it was an aging couple, and electronics frighen them at times. So more of a reassuring visit then a cash conversion job.

Problem turned out to be a non operational electronic timer unit,no illumination and history indicates a power surge looks like the cause of the fault.

Question:

Why are replacement electronic parts so expensive’ but more importantly never a stock item at manufactuers or agents when you want one.

Is there anywhere or anybody able to repair electronic timers at a more affordable cost to the end user.

My client was likelyt o be without cooking for a minimum of 7 to 10 days ( if you are lucky) on quoted parts delivery. We resolved it was cheaper and much quicker to buy a mid range oven from a high street supplier than to repair a rather expensive Stoves unit. £700 quid appliance down the tip.

It would be of interest if timers are able to be re-furbrished.

Cornflakes
Leicestershire