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Problem
Burner will not light using a match
Sudden drop in gas flow or
reduced flame height.
Irregular flame pattern, flame does
not run the full length of burner
Flame is yellow or orange
Flame blow out
Flare-up
Persistent grease fire.
Flashback [fire in burner tubes]
Inside of lid is peeling – like paint
peeling
GAT1913-1 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.
Tank out of gas.
Excess flow safety device may have
been activated
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.
Excess flow valve tripped
Grease buildup.
Excessive fat in meat
Excessive cooking temperature
Grease trapped by food buildup
around burner system
Burner and /or burner tubes are
locked.
The lid is stainless steel, not painted
Prevention/Cure
Check if propane tank is empty. If empty,
replace. If propane tank is not empty, refer to
Excessive flow safety valve reset
procedure.
Clear burner tube.
Reengage burner and valve
Clean venturi.
Clean burner ports.
Check for gas in propane tank.
Refer to the Excessive flow safety valve
reset procedure.
Clean burner ports.
Burn grill for 15 minutes with the lid closed
Clean venturi.
Clean burner.
Assure burner venturi is properly engaged
with valve
Turn front of grill to face wind or increase
flame height
Replace or refill propane tank.
Refer to the Excessive flow safety valve
reset procedure
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(s)]
Baked on grease buildup has turned to
carbon and is flaking off. Clean thoroughly
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