Troubleshooting - Broil King Q3PK1-3 Manual

Although we have attempted to ensure that your grill will operate properly and
satisfactorily, sometimes problems do arise. The following troubleshooting guide lists several
possible problems and their probable cause and solution.
Do not repair or replace any part of the grill unless specifically recommended in this manual.
All other service should be referred to a qualified technician.
Problem
Burner will not light
Inadequate grill
temperature
Flames blow out
Yellow flames
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TROUBLESHOOTING

Cause
Spider webs in venturi tubes
Out of gas
Gas injector not inserted in venturi
tube
Clogged gas injector
Obstruction in gas line
Misalignment of collector box and
burner
Dead battery
Poor combustion
Misalignment of venturi tube and
gas injector
Inadequate gas pressure
Cold grill
Misalignment of burner tube and
gas injector
Poor combustion
Extreme wind
Air shutter improperly set
Spider webs in venturi tubes
Seasoning salts on burner
Oil film on burner
Solution
Clean venturi tubes.
See Maintenance Section.
Refill LP gas cylinder. If natural
model, turn on gas at source.
Realign/engage gas injector
with the venturi tube.
Remove gas injector from gas
control assembly and clean.
For propane models, ensure
gas valve on cylinder is OFF.
Remove flexible hose and blow
out any debris.
Position electrode properly.
Clean collector box.
Replace with AA Alkaline
battery.
Adjust air shutter.
Realign/engage gas injector
with the venturi tube.
Contact gas supplier for
assistance.
Preheat grill at least 5 minutes
on HI with the grill lid closed.
Realign/engage gas injector
with the burner tube.
Adjust air shutter.
Turn or shield grill.
Open air shutter.
Clean venturi tubes.
See Maintenance Section.
Clean by washing burner with
mild detergent.
Allow burner to operate on HI
for 10-15 minutes.
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