Goldair GBQS250, Operating Instructions Manual

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Problem Possible Cause Check Procedure Prevention/Solution
No sparks appear at any
electrodes when ignition
button is pushed; no
noise can be heard from
spark module.
•N
ot installed properly.
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Check battery orientation
•
Install battery (make sure
that
“+” and “-” connectors
are oriented correctly, with
“+” end up and “-” end
down.
•
Dead battery
•
Has battery been used
previously?
•
Replace battery with new
battery.
•
Button assembly not
installed properly.
•
Check to ensure threads
are properly engaged.
Button should travel up and
down without binding.
•
Unscrew button cap
assembly and reinstall,
making sure threads are
aligned and engaged fully.
•
Faulty spark module.
•
If no sparks are generated
with new battery and good
wire connections, module is
faulty.
•
Replace spark module
assembly.
No sparks appear at any
electrodes when ignition
switch is pushed; noise
can be heard from spark
module.
•
Output lead connections
not completed.
•
Are output connections on
and tight?
•
Remove and reconnect all
output connections at
module and electrodes.
Sparks are present but
not at all electrodes
and/or
not at full
strength.
•
Output lead connections
not complete.
•
Are output connections on
and tight?
•
Remove and reconnect all
output connections at
module and electrodes.
•
Arcing to grill away from
burner(s)
•
If possible, observe grill in
dark location. Operate
ignition system and look for
arcing between output wires
and grill flames.
•
If sparks are observed
other than from burner(s),
wire
insulation maybe
damaged. Replace wires.
•
Weak battery
•
All sparks present but weak
or at slow rate.
•
Replace battery with a new
AA-size alkaline battery.
•
Electrodes are wet
•
Has moisture accumulated
on electrode and/or in
burner ports?
•
Use paper towel to remove
moisture.
•
Electrodes cracked or
broken
“sparks at crack”
•
Inspect electrodes for
cracks.
•
Replace cracked or broken
electrodes.
Troubleshooting-Electronic Ignition