Thermos 06401314 manual Troubleshooting, Rotary Ignition

Troubleshooting (continued)

Problem	Possible Cause	Prevention/Solution
Burner(s) will not light	ROTARY IGNITION:	• Replace knob.
	• Rotary knob rotates without clicking.
using ignitor.	• Sparking between ignitor and electrode.	• Inspect wire insulation and proper connection. Replace wires if
		insulation is broken.
Burner(s) will not	• See “GAS ISSUES:” on previous page.	• Use paper match, long-stem match (fireplace match) or match
	• Match will not reach.
match light.	• Improper method of match-lighting.	holder (where supplied).
		• See “Match-Lighting” section of Use and Care manual.
Flames blow out.	• High or gusting winds.	• Turn front of grill to face wind or increase flame height.
	• Low on LP gas.	• Replace/refill LP cylinder.
Flare-up.	• Grease buildup.	• Clean burners and inside of grill/firebox.
	• Excessive fat in meat.	• Trim fat from meat before grilling.
	• Excessive cooking temperature.	• Adjust (lower) temperature accordingly.
Persistent grease fire.	• Grease trapped by food buildup around	• Turn off gas valves. Leave lid in position and let fire burn out. After
	burner system.	grill cools, remove and clean all parts.
Flashback...	• Burner and/or burner tubes are blocked.	• Turn off gas valves. Clean burner and/or burner tubes. See burner
(fire in burner tube(s).		cleaning section of Use and Care manual.
Burner does not carry	• Grease buildup in ports	• Clean ports of burner.
flame around to other
side.

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