Side Burner Troubleshooting

Problem

Check

Cure

Side Burner does not light.

Is gas supply off?

Turn supply on.

Flame is low in HIGH position.

Is the fuel hose bent or kinked?

Straighten hose.

Flame is very yellow in

Inspect the Weber® Insect / Spider

Clean Weber® Insect / Spider

conjunction with the smell of gas,

screen for possible obstructions.

screen (See section “Annual

 

(lockage of holes.)

Maintenance”)

OR

 

 

Burner makes popping noise in

 

 

conjunction with the smell of gas.

 

 

Push button ignition does not work.

Does burner light with a match?

If match lights burner, checkigniter (see below).

Side Burner maintenance

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

Make sure wire is connected between the igniter and electrode. Adjust igniter electrode to burner. Gap should be 1/8 to 3/16 inch from tip of electrode to burner. Spark should be a white/blue color, not yellow.

(1)

(2)

1)Igniter Wire

2)Venturi/Burner

3)1/8 to 3/16 inch gap between electrode and burner

(3)

D-5

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Weber 55553 manual Side Burner Troubleshooting, Flame is very yellow, Conjunction with the smell of gas