Troubleshooting - Life & Home GPC2700J Owner's Manual

Problem
Burner will not light using knobs
or ignitor
Burner will not light using a
match
Sudden drop in gas flow or
reduced flame height.
Irregular flame pattern, flame
does not run the full length of
burner
Flame is yellow or orange
GPC2700J
Owner's Manual

Troubleshooting

Possible Cause
Wires/or electrode covered with
cooking residue.
Electrode and burners are wet.
Electrode cracked or broken – sparks
at crack.
Wire loose or disconnected
No gas flow
Coupling nut and regulator not fully
connected.
Obstruction of gas flow
Disengagement of burner to valve
Spider webs or insect nest in venturi.
Burner ports clogged or blocked.
Tank out of gas.
Excess flow safety device may have
been activated
Burner ports are clogged or blocked
New burner may have residual
manufacturing oils.
Spider webs or insect nest in venturi
Food residue, grease or seasoning
salt on burner.
Poor alignment of valve to burner
venturi.
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Prevention/Cure
Clean wire and /or electrode with rubbing
alcohol.
Wipe dry with cloth.
Replace electrode
Reconnect wire or replace electrode/wire
assembly.
Check if propane tank is empty. If empty,
replace or refill. If propane tank is not
empty, refer to Excessive flow safety
valve reset procedure.
Turn the coupling nut about one-half to
three quarters additional turn until solid
stop. Tighten by hand ONLY - do not use
tools
Clear burner tubes.
Check for bent or kinked hose.
Reengage burner and valve
Clean venturi.
Clean burner ports.
Check for gas in propane tank.
Refer to the Excessive flow safety valve
reset procedure.
Clean burner ports.
Burn grill for 15 minutes with the lid closed
Clean venturi.
Clean burner.
Assure burner venturi is properly engaged
with valve