Weber 5000 Side Burner Troubleshooting, Side Burner Maintenance, Flame is low in High position

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Side Burner Troubleshooting

WARNING: Before attempting any troubleshooting steps, all gas controls and supply valves should be in the OFF position.

Problem

Check

Cure

 

 

 

Side burner does not light.

Is gas supply off? Is the Front burner on?

Turn supply on. Light front burner.

Flame is low in HIGH position.

Is fuel hose bent or kinked?

Straighten hose.

 

 

 

Flame is very yellow in conjunction with the smell of gas,

OR

Burner makes popping noise in conjunction with the smell of gas.

Inspect the Weber Spider Stopper

Clean Weber Spider Stopper

Guard for possible obstructions.

Guard. (See Section "Annual

(Blockage of holes.)

Maintenance.")

Push button ignition does not work.

Does burner light with a match?

If match lights burner, check igniter (see below).

Side Burner Maintenance

WARNING: All gas controls and supply valves should be in the OFF position.

Check igniter: Remove side burner cover. To remove side burner cover, remove control knob and screws that hold cover to bottom. Figure 19. Make sure wire is connected between igniter and electrode. Check that igniter lock nut is tight. Figure 20.

Note - If the igniter works loose, carefully tighten the igniter lock nut with an adjustable wrench or pliers.

Venturi/Burner

Igniter wire

Electrode

 

Igniter

Adjust igniter electrode. Gap should be 1/8 to 3/16 inch

from tip of electrode to burner. Figure 21. Spark shouldFigure 20 be a white/blue color, not yellow.

1/8 to 3/16 inch gap

Figure 19

Figure 21

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Contents Genesis 5000 Series LP GAS Units only Warranty Patents and Trademarks Contents Storage For Installation in CanadaGas supply testing General InstructionsAssembly Check package contentsStep Page Page Check contents of hardware packs Assemble frame Assemble wheelsComplete frame assembly Continue frame assemblyCheck the frame assembly Install left end panelInsert casters Install side burner locks Install the three back panelsAdd cooking box Gas line piping Install gas supplyGeneral Specifications for Piping Typical natural gas supply installation. FigureInstall side burner Check that all burner valves are offConnect flexible hose to manifold Install manifold bracket Install brace panelInstall right end panel Install igniter Install bottom accessory traysInstall left hand swing table Install right hand swing table Hinge rod View from rear of barbecue Check for gas leaks Insert Flavorizer Bars Steam-N-Chips Smoker BARBECUE. Contact Weber-Stephen Customer ServiceInstall the bottom tray Install cooking gratesInstall the lid Secure the side burner Install glass doorsComplete accessory installation To Extinguish LightingOr death Side burner will only operate when the Front burner is litManual Lighting Lighting the side burnerDrippings and grease Periodic CleaningCooking Storage and/or NonuseTo use the Steam-N-Chips Smoker Using the Steam-N-Chips SmokerInspection and Cleaning of the Weber Spider Stopper Guards Annual MaintenanceMain Burner Flame Pattern General MaintenanceMain Burner Cleaning Procedure Weber Spider Stopper GuardsView from behind cooking box Thumb screws Crossover Ignition System Operations FlameCheck Safety System Experiencing flare-ups Burner does not light, or flame is low in High positionFlame is low in High position Side Burner TroubleshootingSide Burner Maintenance Problem Check Cure Side burner does not lightPage Page 19-20 22-24 68-71 Parts List Final Word Thanks
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