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Problem
Burner will not
light using ignitor.
Burners will not
match light.
Flames blow out.
Flare-up.
Persistent grease
fire.
Flashback...
(fire in burner tubes)
Possible Cause
Wires and/or electrode covered with
cooking residue.
Electrode cracked or broken "sparks at
crack"
Electrode tip not in proper position
Wires are loose or disconnected.
Wire is shorting (sparking) between
ignitor and electrode.
Dead battery.
No gas flow.
Obstruction of gas flow.
Disengagement of burner to valve.
High or gusting winds.
Grease buildup.
Excessive fat in meat.
Excessive cooking temperature.
Grease trapped by food buildup around
burner system.
Burner and/or burner tubes are blocked.
Prevention/Cure
Clean wires and/or electrode with rubbing alcohol and clean swab.
Replace electrode(s).
Main Burners: Tip of electrode should be pointing toward tip of collector
box. The distance should be 1/8" to 1/4", 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.
Reconnect wires or replace electrode/wire assembly.
Replace ignitor wire/electrode assembly.
Replace with a new AA battery.
Turn gas on at source.
Clear burner tubes.
Reengage burner and valve.
Turn front of grill to face wind or increase flame height.
Clean grill.
Trim fat from meat before grilling.
Adjust (lower) temperature accordingly or use indirect cooking.
Turn knobs to OFF. Turn gas off at gas source. Leave lid in position
and let fire burn out. After grill cools, remove and clean all parts.
Clean burner and/or burner tubes.
Troubleshooting