16 • 463232103
A Division of W.C. Bradley Co.
P. O. Box 1240
Columbus, GA 319021240
Problem
No sparks appear
at any electrodes
when ignition
button is pushed;
no noise can be
heard from spark
module.
No sparks appear
at any electrodes
when ignition
switch is pushed;
noise can be heard
from spark module.
Sparks are present
but not at all
electrodes and/or
not at full strength
Possible Cause
Battery not installed
properly.
Dead battery.
Button assembly not
installed properly.
Faulty spark module.
Output lead
connections not
complete.
Output lead
connections not
complete.
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 insure threads are
properly engaged. Button should
travel up and down without
binding.
If no sparks are generated with
new battery and good wire
connections, module is faulty.
Are output connections on and
tight?
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.
Solution
Install battery (make sure that "+" and "–"
connectors are oriented correctly, with "+" end
down and "–" end up.)
Replace battery with new AAsize alkaline battery.
Unscrew button cap assembly and reinstall, making
sure threads are aligned and engaged fully.
Replace spark module assembly.
Remove and reconnect all output connections at
module and electrodes.
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 AAsize alkaline
battery.
Use paper towel to remove moisture.
Replace cracked or broken electrodes.
Troubleshooting Electronic Ignition
