Sunbeam BC1712G Owner's Manual page 14

Problem
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Burner will not light with
match.
Irregular flame pattern, flame
does not run the full length
of burner.
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Flame is yellow or orange.
Flame blow out
flame
Flare-up
Persistent grease fire.
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Flashback (fire in burner
Tube)
Inside of lid is peeling – like
paint peeling.
BC1712G owner's manual
Model BC1712G Portable Gas Grill
Gas Grill Troubleshooting
Possible Cause
No gas flow
Obstruction of gas flow.
Spider webs or insect nest in venturi.
Burner ports clogged or blocked.
Burner ports are clogged or blocked
New burner may have residual
Manufacturing oils.
Spider webs or insect nest in venturi.
Food residue, grease or seasoning
Salt on burner.
High or gusting winds
Low on LP gas.
Grease buildup.
Excessive fat in meat.
Excessive cooking temperature.
Grease trapped by food buildup
around burner system.
Burner and /or burner tube is
blocked.
The lid is baked enamel
Owner's Manual,
Prevention/Cure
Check if LP cylinder is empty
Clear burner tube
Clean venturi.
Clean burner ports.
Clean burner ports.
Burn grill for 15 minutes with the lid closed.
Clean venturi.
Clean burner.
Turn front of grill to face wind or increase
height.
Replace LP cylinder.
Clean grill.
Trim fat from meat before grilling.
Adjust (lower) temperature accordingly.
Turn knobs to LOCK OFF position.
Leave lid in closed position and let fire burn
out. After grill cools, remove and clean all
parts.
Clean burner and/or burner tube.
Baked on grease buildup has turned to
carbon and is flaking off. Clean thoroughly
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