Troubleshooting - Empire Comfort Systems BROILMASTER R3-1 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 off the burner.
Yellow flames.
Low heat with knob in "High" position.
Infrared back burner won't light.
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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 cylin-
der 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 open.
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.
Check for proper gas supply and pressure.
Pre-heat grill for a full 15 minutes.
If using L.P. gas, check for empty tank.
Check for kinks in supply line.
If only one burner appears low, clean burner,
clearing ports of any obstructions.
Check the burner inlet for obstructions.
Grill may be in a dusty area. Move to a less
dusty area if possible.
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