Troubleshooting:
Problem
Reason
Solution
Burner not lighting with igniter
Igniter pin is bent
Bend igniter pin back towards
thermocouple
Guard obstructed
Clear guard of obstructions
Electrode/burner wet
Dry electrode/burner
Igniter battery dead
Replace AAA battery in
igniter
Burner does not light
Propane tank is empty
Replace/refill tank
Coupling nut loose
Fully tighten coupling nut
Bent hose
Straighten hose
Burner holes obstructed
Remove obstructions or
clean holes
Emits a lot of black smoke
Bent hose
Straighten hose
Burner holes obstructed
Remove obstructions or
clean holes
Drop in gas flow, reduced
flame height
Propane tank is empty
Replace/refill tank
Excess flow safety device
activated
Follow steps to reset safety
device
Irregular flame pattern, or
does not run length of burner
Burner holes obstructed
Remove obstructions or
clean holes
Flames blow out
Propane tank is empty
Replace/refill tank
High winds
Turn control knob to high
Excess flow safety device
activated
Follow steps to reset safety
device
Flames lose heat in cold
weather
Ice buildup on propane tank
Replace tank
