USING GRILL WITH ON-BOARD CNG (NATURAL GAS) SYSTEMS
Magma's grills are designed for use with small disposable propane canisters or with pre-regulated low-
pressure propane and optional low-pressure valves. Running high-pressure propane fuel supply lines on a
boat is in violation of American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) guidelines and is not considered a safe
application. Additionally, impurities found in larger refillable propane tanks may clog the small orifices in the
high-pressure control valve/regulator causing it to lose performance capabilities and eventually fail. Regulating
these tanks to 1/2 PSI and using this pre-regulated propane with the correct low-pressure valve will ensure
safe, efficient performance of the grill.
IMPORTANT!! • DO NOT CONNECT A HIGH-PRESSURE SUPPLY HOSE
FROM A NON-REGULATED TANK DIRECTLY TO GRILL.
• Magma on-board CNG (natural gas) valves allow Magma grills to be installed to an existing on-board, pre-regulated low
pressure CNG (natural gas) system.
• Use only Magma Type 4 Low Pressure CNG (natural gas) control valves. Visit our website at
MagmaProducts.com
to view
valve application guide. See your local dealer for proper hose and fittings.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem
Possible Cause
Possible Solution
Burner Will
Not Light
With Igniter
Electrode covered with grease or residue
• Clean electrode
Igniter/electrode too far from burner
• Adjust electrode until proper spark appears (See page 5)
Electrode wire loose,
disconnected, or corroded
• Clean, adjust & reconnect wire between igniter &
electrode, see Complete Disassembly (See page 5)
Wire is shorted causing spark
from wire before electrode
• Replace Igniter, Electrode & Wire
(See website for part number)
No spark being generated
• Adjust electrode until proper spark appears
• Unscrew igniter push button, remove/inspect “AAA”
battery, replace “AAA” alkaline battery if necessary,
reinstall & re-assemble push button
• Replace Igniter, Electrode & Wire
Burner Will
Not Light Even
With Match
No gas flow
• Check fuel level, replace canister or refill cylinder
Obstructed gas flow
• Clean burner and valve orifice.
Remove debris/spider webs
Flare-Up
Excessive cooking temperature
• Operate only on low when lid is closed
• Reduce flame level
• Leave lid open
• Use water spray to cool
Grease and/or residue build-up
• Clean components
Excessive fat in meats
• Trim fat from cuts of meat before grilling
Excessive oils in marinades
• Use non-oil based marinades
Yellow
Sooty Flame
Obstructed gas flow
• Clean burner and valve orifice.
Remove debris/spider webs
Blow-Out
Flame too low
• Increase flame
Wind directly on burner
• Block wind when opening lid
Obstructed gas flow
• Clean burner and valve orifice.
Remove debris/spider webs
Hot Spots
Grill not level
• Level Grill
Grease or residue build-up
• Clean components
Excessive fat in meats
• Trim fat from cuts of meat before grilling
Excessive oil in marinades
• Use non-oil based marinades
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