Troubleshooting - Outback omega 150 Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

11. Troubleshooting

Problem
Burner will not light using the
ignition system
Burner will not light with a match LP gas bottle is empty
Low flame or flashback (fire in
burner tube— a hissing or roar-
ing noise may be heard)
Gas valve knob difficult to turn
For reference and correspondence, record
your serial number here.
(See sticker on side of barbecue body.)
Serial No.
__________________
This number may be required when
ordering spare parts or accessories. A part
reference number may also be required
where applicable.
Possible Cause
LP gas bottle is empty
Faulty regulator
Obstructions in burner
Obstructions in gas jets or gas hose
Electrode or ignition button wire is
loose or disconnected on electrode or
ignition unit
Electrode or wire is damaged
Faulty ignition button
Incorrect electrode gap/ Bent collector
box
Faulty regulator
Obstructions in burner
Obstructions in gas jets or gas hose
LP gas bottle too small
Obstructions in burner
Obstructions in gas jets or gas hose
Windy conditions
Gas valve jammed
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Solution
Replace with full bottle
Have regulator checked or replaced
Clean burner
Clean jets and gas hose
Reconnect wire
Change electrode and wire
Change ignitor and / or button
The gas collector box around the
electrode needs to be in line with
the burner with a gap of 3 to 4mm be-
tween the end of the electrode and the
tag on the end of the collector box.
Realign the collector box as required.
Replace with full bottle
Have regulator checked or replaced
Clean burner
Clean jets and gas hose
Use larger bottle
Clean burner
Clean jets and gas hose
Use barbecue in a more sheltered
position
Replace gas valve
Published November 2012