Troubleshooting - BBQ SQ200 Owner's Manual

Problem
Burner will not light using a match.
Irregular heat pattern.
Sudden drop in gas flow or heat.
Flare-up.
Persistent grease fire.
Flashback [fire in burner tubes].
Inside of lid is peeling –
like paint peeling.
Burner accidentally extinguished.
SQ200
Owner's Manual

Troubleshooting

Possible Cause
No gas flow.
Obstruction of gas flow.
Disengagement of burner to valve.
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.
Poor alignment of valve to burner
venturi.
High or gusting winds.
Low on propane gas.
Grease buildup.
Excessive fat in meat.
Excessive cooking temperature.
Grease trapped by food buildup
around burner system.
Burner and /or burner tubes are
blocked.
Carbon build up.
Cylinder empty.
Obstruction of gas flow.
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Prevention/Cure
Check if propane cylinder is empty. If empty,
replace.
.
Clear burner tube.
Reengage burner and valve.
Clean venturi.
Clean burner ports.
Clean burner ports.
Burn grill for 15 minutes with the lid closed.
Clean venturi.
Clean burner.
Ensure burner venturi is properly engaged
with valve.
Turn front of grill to face wind
Replace propane cylinder.
Clean grill.
Trim fat from meat before grilling.
Adjust (lower) temperature accordingly.
Turn knob OFF. Disconnect propane
cylinder. 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.
Check to see if cylinder is empty. If empty, replace.
Clear burner tube.