Troubleshooting
Problem | Possible Cause |
Burners will not light | LP gas bottle is empty |
using the ignition |
|
system | Faulty regulator |
| |
| Obstructions in burners |
| Obstructions in gas jets |
| or gas hose |
| Electrode or pushbutton |
| Ignition wire is loose |
| or disconnected |
| Electrode or wire is damaged |
| Incorrect electrode gap/ |
| Bent collector box |
| Flat battery in ignition assembly | |
| Poor connection of battery in | |
| Ignition assembly. | |
Burner will not light | LP gas bottle is empty | |
with a match | Faulty regulator | |
| ||
| Obstructions in burners | |
| Obstructions in gas jets | |
| or gas hose | |
Low flame or flashback (fire | LP gas bottle too small | |
In burner tube - a hissing or |
| |
roarIng noise may be heard) | Obstructions in burners | |
|
| Obstructions in gas jets |
|
| or gas hose |
|
| Windy conditions |
Gas valve knob difficult |
| Gas valve jammed |
to turn |
|
|
Solution
Replace with full gas bottle
Have regulator checked or replace
Clean burners
Clean jets and gas hose
Reconnect wire
Change electrode and wire
The gas collector box around the electrode needs to be in line with the burners with a gap of 3 to 4mm between the end of the electrode and the tag on the bottom of the collector box. Realign the collector box as required.
Replace battery
Ensure battery is firmly
Pushed onto connectors.
Replace with full gas bottle
Have regulator checked or replace
Clean burners
Clean jets and gas hose
Use larger gas bottle
Clean burners
Clean jets and gas hose
Use BBQ in a more sheltered position
Replace gas valve
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