Trouble Shooting Guide - Coleman 9972 Series Assembly Manual

Trouble Shooting Guide

Problem
Burner will not light
with igniter
Burner will not light
even with a match
Flare-up
Yellow sooty flame
Flame Blow-out
14
Possible Cause
Igniter electrode covered with
grease or residue
Igniter/electrode too far from
burner
Igniter/electrode wire loose
or disconnected
Wire is shorted causing spark
from wire before electrode
No spark being generated
No gas flow
Obstructed gas flow/debris
spider webs in burner tube
Excessive cooking temperature
Grease and/or residue build-up
Excessive fat in meats
Excessive oils in marinades
Obstructed gas flow/debris or
Flame too low
Fuel cylinder is low
Obstructed gas flow
Possible Solution
Clean igniter electrode
Adjust electrode until proper
spark appears (see page 11)
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Check fuel level or replace
fuel cylinder
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Reduce flame level
Leave lid open
Spray with water to cool
Clean components
Trim fat from cut of meat
before grilling
Use non-oil based marinades
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Increase flame
Check fuel level or replace
cylinder
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