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Problem
Burner doesn't light using knobs or
igniter
Burner doesn't light using a match
Sudden drop in gas flow or reduced
flame height
Irregular flame pa ern, flame does
not run the full length of burner
Flames turn yellow or orange
Flame blows out
Flare-up
TROUBLESHOOTING
Possible cause
Wires or electrode is covered by
cooking residue
Electrode and burners are wet
Igni on electrode cracked or
broken; sparking where cracked
No gas flow
Coupling nut and regulator are not
fully connected
Blockage of gas flow
Disconnec on of burner and valve
Spider webs or insect nest in
venturi
Burner ports clogged or blocked
Out of gas
Burner ports are clogge
New burner may have residual
manufacturing oils
Spider webs or insect nest in
venturi
Food residue, grease or seasoning
salt on burner
Poor connec on of valve to burner
venturi
High or gus ng winds
Low on propane gas
Grease build-up
Excessive fat in meat
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Preven on/Cure
Clean wire or electrode using a
cloth and rubbing alcohol
Wipe with dry cloth
Replace electrode
Check if propane tank is empty
Unscrew coupling nut about 1/2 to
3/4 turn counterclockwise to
disengage, then restart threading
the nut. Tighten by hand ONLY, do
not use tools.
Check burner tube and hose
Reconnect
Clean venturi
Clean burner ports
Replace cylinder
Clean burner ports
Burn grill for 15 minutes with
the lid closed
Clean venturi
Clean burner
Assure burner venturi is properly
connected with valve
Turn front of grill to face wind or
increase flame height
Replace cylinder
Clean grill
Trim fat from meat before grilling
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