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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

Problem

Burner will not
light with igniter

Burner will not
light even with
match

Flare-up

Yellow sooty flame

Blow-out

Possible Cause

Igniter electrode covered with
grease or residue

Igniter/electrode too far from
burner

Igniter/electrode wire loose or 
disconnected  

Wire is shorted causing spark
from wire before electrode

No spark being generated 

No gas flow

Obstructed gas flow/debris or
spider webs in burner tube

Excessive cooking temperature

Grease and/or residue build-up

Excessive fat in meats

Excessive oils in marinades

Obstructed gas flow/debris or
spider webs in burner tube

Flame too low 

Wind directly on burner

Obstructed gas flow

Possible Solution

Clean igniter electrode

Adjust electrode until proper
spark appears (see page 5)

Reconnect wire between ignit-
er & electrode (see page 5)

Call Magma

Call Magma

Check fuel level, refill cylinder
or replace canister

Clean valve orifice and burner,
check all lines (see page 6)

Operate only on low when
lid is closed
Reduce flame level
Leave lid open
Use water spray to cool

Clean components

Trim fat from cuts of meat
before grilling

Use non-oil based marinades

Check and clean valve orifice 
and burner (see page 6)

Increase flame

Block wind when opening lid

Clean burner or valve orifice
(see page 6)

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Summary of Contents for Newport A10-918

Page 1: ...e operating Save manual for future reference For questions regarding performance assembly operation parts or returns contact the experts at MAGMA by calling TOLL FREE IN U S A AND CANADA 1 800 86 MAGMA 7 00 a m 5 00 p m Pacific Time Monday thru Friday or e mail us at mail MagmaProducts com ...

Page 2: ...OPERATING 2 Each Magma Gas Grill is individually fire tested before it leaves the factory For this reason the burner on your grill may be slightly discolored CONTROL VALVE REGULATOR Uses standard 1 lb disposable propane canisters DOT 39 NRC 228 286 Prior to installing valve become familiar with the valve function and graphics on valve knob Never force the knob Always turn or push gently Turn contr...

Page 3: ...ugh bolt applications including Style 1 Levelock 4 Hex head bolts lock washers MOUNT HARDWARE Fasteners are supplied for both Single Mount and Dual Mount grill mounting options See Magma Catalog or Website for best mount selection Dual mount applications 4 Carriage bolts lock nuts Only 4 bolts required for grill mounting Place bolts 2 per side diagonally from each other as shown Hex head bolt lock...

Page 4: ...le TO REDUCE FLARE UP Empty and clean grease tray prior to each use Trim excess fats from meat Use non oil based marinades Reduce heat Use water spray directly on flare ups NOTE Before lighting lid lock must be positioned not to engage Open lid and turn lock to locked position or bring lock latch up to handle in open position and flip lock actuator back onto handle PRACTICAL HINTS Before lighting ...

Page 5: ...OWN To remove liner from outer shell you must disconnect the electrode wire see D First remove the two screws on valve chamber see D and remove the cover plate Gently pull wire off connector see D It is not necessary to remove electrode from liner Remove Lid and liner by removing hinge screws and lock nuts with 3 16 hex key wrench supplied and 1 2 wrench or pliers CAUTION LOCK NUTS MUST BE INSTALL...

Page 6: ...portant to disassemble the interior components and remove any food residue A soft Scothbrite pad or similar product may be used in this process For heavier burned on stains we recommend Easy Off Oven Grill Cleaner followed by thorough washing with soap and water rinse with fresh water and dry AVOID CONTACT OF OVEN CLEANER WITH CONTROL VALVE IGNITER ELECTRODE WIRE AND BOAT SURFACES CAUTION DO NOT U...

Page 7: ...ler for proper hose and fittings A primary shutoff valve supplied with Gas Grill Connection Kit must be used with this control valve at point of connection into your system This allows shut off of gas supply to hose leading to grill IMPORTANT DO NOT CONNECT A HIGH PRESSURE SUPPLY HOSE FROM A NON REGULATED TANK DIRECTLY TO GRILL Magma s grills are designed for use with small disposable propane cani...

Page 8: ...ls in marinades Obstructed gas flow debris or spider webs in burner tube Flame too low Wind directly on burner Obstructed gas flow Possible Solution Clean igniter electrode Adjust electrode until proper spark appears see page 5 Reconnect wire between ignit er electrode see page 5 Call Magma Call Magma Check fuel level refill cylinder or replace canister Clean valve orifice and burner check all lin...

Page 9: ...ia only you may take the product to the retail establishment from which it was purchased or to any retail establishment selling this product in order to obtain performance under this warranty All implied warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the express warranty periods specified herein for the parts described...

Page 10: ...n off cylinder valve Turn off appliance control valve Remove appliance to a well ventilated location away from any ignition source STORAGE NEVER LEAVE GAS CYLINDERS CONNECTED WHEN NOT IN USE Cylinders When you have finished using this appliance turn gas cylinder off wait for the flame to go out and turn the appliance control valve off Remove appliance control valve from appliance and store control...

Page 11: ... A10 1218AU 1 A10 1225AU 1 Type 1 Valve 1 lb Disposable Propane Cylinders For Models A10 918AU 2 A10 1218AU 2 A10 1225AU 2 Type 2 Valve 1 lb Disposable Camping Gaz Propane Butane Cylinders For Models A10 918AU 3 A10 1218AU 3 A10 1225AU 3 Type 3 Valves Connecting Low Pressure Pre Regulated Propane LPG to Gourmet Series Grills Connecting Type 1 Type 2 Valves to Gourmet Series Grills 2 Hose supplied ...

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