Troubleshooting - Integrated Electronic Ignition
Problem (Ignition)
SECTION I
No sparks appear at
any electrodes when
burner control knobs
are turned to ; no
noise can be heard
from spark module.
SECTION II
No sparks appear at
any electrodes when
burner control knobs
are turned to ; noise
can be heard from
spark module.
SECTION III
Sparks are present
but not at all
electrodes and/or not
at full strength
Possible Cause
•Battery not installed
properly.
•Dead battery.
•Battery cap not
installed properly.
•Faulty spark module.
•Output lead
connections not
connected.
•Electrode tip not in
proper position.
•Output lead
connections not
connected.
•Arcing to grill away
from burner(s).
•Weak battery.
•Electrodes are wet.
•Electrodes cracked or
broken “sparks at
crack”.
Check Procedure
•Check battery orientation.
•Has battery been used
previously?
•Check to ensure battery cap
is fully engaged.
•If no sparks are generated
with new battery and good
wire connections, module is
faulty.
•Are output connections on
and tight?
•Are the electrode tips
pointing in the right
direction? Is the gap too big?
•Are output connections on
and tight?
•If possible, observe grill in
dark location. Operate
ignition system and look for
arcing between output wires
and grill frame.
•All sparks present but weak
or at slow rate.
•Has moisture accumulated
on electrode and/or in burner
ports?
•Inspect electrodes for
cracks.
Prevention/Solution
•Install battery (make sure that
and “–”
connectors are oriented correctly, with “+” end up
and “–” end down.)
•Replace battery with new AA-size alkaline battery.
•Remove battery cap and reinstall, making sure it
can be fully engaged.
•Replace spark module assembly.
•Remove and reconnect all output connections at
module and electrodes.
Main Burners:
•Tip of electrode should be pointing toward port hole
in burner. The distance should be 1/8” to 3/16”.
Adjust if necessary.
Sideburner:
•Tip of electrode should be pointing toward gas port
opening on burner. The distance should be 1/8” to
3/16”. Adjust if necessary.
•Remove and reconnect all output connections at
module and electrodes.
•If sparks are observed other than from burner(s),
wire insulation may be damaged. Replace wires.
•Replace battery with a new AA-size alkaline battery.
•Use paper towel to remove moisture.
•Replace cracked or broken electrodes.
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