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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM/SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Surface burners do not
light or do not burn
evenly
Surface control knob has not been
fully rotated to the LIGHT position.
Check to see if gas valve is open. If
not, open it.
Burners are clogged. Make sure
burner is off. Use a small wire,
toothbrush or needle to clean
burner ports and slots.
Low gas level in tank. Refill or
replace gas tank.
There is moisture on the burner.
With burner off, dry burner
completely.
Problem
Possible Cause/Solution
Surface Control knob has not been completely turned to LITE position. Push
in and turn the Surface Control knob to LITE position until burner ignites and
then turn control to desired flame size.
Surface burners do
not
Ensure gas supply valve is open.
light
Burner ports or slots are clogged. With the burner off, use a small-gauge wire
or needle to clean ports or slots. *
Low gas supply level in cylinder.
Battery power insufficient. Unscrew igniter cap and replace AAA battery.
Moisture is present on the burner, dry burner thoroughly.
Surface burner flame
burns half way around
Burner ports or slots are clogged. With the burner off, clean ports with a
small-gauge wire or needle to clean ports or slots.
Moisture is present after cleaning. Lightly fan the flame and allow burner to
operate until flame is full Dry the burners thoroughly.
Surface burner flame
is
Dust particles in main line. Allow the burner to operate a few minutes until
flame turns blue.
ohob
In coastal areas, a slightly ohob flame is unavoidable due to salt air.
