Questions? Use this problem solver!
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| Professional Outdoor Grills & Cooktops | ||
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| PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSE | ||
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| GRILL WON’T LIGHT | • Check to see if other burners on the unit operate. | ||
| WHEN THE KNOB | • Remove the grill grate and the heat diffuser, and observe the igniter tip. | ||
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| You should see a spark jump across the tips of the igniter when the | |||
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| knob is pushed in. If there is a spark, then check to ensure there is gas | ||
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| supplied to the unit and the valve is open on the LP tank models. | ||
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| • Use a match to light the burner. (See the To light the grill section). | ||
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| • Visually check the electrode and wire while pushing in the appropriate | ||
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| control knob. The only place a spark should appear is between the | ||
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| electrode tips. If the electrode or wire leaks voltage, remove and replace. | ||
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| • Purge the gas line of any air by opening the valves until the sound of | ||
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| flowing gas is heard. | ||
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| • Check the orifice and burner inlet for blockage. | ||
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| • Inspect the igniter tip to make sure it is clean and free from debris. | ||
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| Clean the area. Readjust for 1/4" gap between the electrode tips. | ||
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| BURNER FLAME IS | • Check the burner inlet for obstructions. | ||
| YELLOW OR ORANGE | • Check the air shutter for proper adjustment . | ||
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| (See the Installation Instructions). | |||
| WITH THE ODOR | |||
| • Placement of the grill or cooktop is important for proper burner | |||
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| operation. Do not place the grill or cooktop in a dusty or windy area. | |||
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| LOW HEAT WITH | • Inspect the fuel hose to ensure it is not bent or kinked. | ||
| CONTROL KNOB IN | • Adequate gas supply may not be available. Check to make sure there | ||
| THE HI POSITION | |||
| is gas in the LP tank (if included). | |||
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| • If it is only one burner that appears low, the burner or burner orifice | ||
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| may need cleaning. | ||
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| • The air shutter may need adjustment. | ||
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| • Preheat the grill for 15 minutes with the hood closed. | ||
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| ROTISSERIE BURNER | • Be sure to depress the control knob for 10 seconds to allow the safety | ||
| WON’T LIGHT | valve to engage. | ||
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| • Check for a spark at the igniter. | ||
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| • Use a match to light the burner. | ||
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| THE GRILL BURNER | • The burner may be upside down. Rotate the burner 180° and reinstall. | ||
| WILL NOT SIT LEVEL | Make sure it is secure and level. | ||
| INSIDE THE GRILL BOX |
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| CONTINUOUS SPARKING | • The valve is sticking. Turn the control valves to “OFF” and restart. | ||
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| • The valve is between “OFF” and “LITE.” Turn the valve to “LITE/HI” and | ||
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| release or turn to “OFF ” and release. | ||
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| GRILL | • Lubricate the axle (center of wheel) with a silicone spray or other | ||
| MODELS) IS DIFFICULT | |||
| TO MOVE OR HAS | Cleaning. | ||
| SQUEAKY WHEELS |
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