Owner's Manual
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between the electrode and contact point.
• Check for loose wire connections to the igniter or electrodes.
• Check to see if debris is blocking the electrodes.
• If the igniter is not working, can you light the side burner with a
lighter?
Flare-ups
• Ensure burner is not placed directly in the path of wind.
Be sure drip pan is clean (do not use aluminum foil on drip pan.)
Note: Some flare-ups may be inevitable if cooking greasy foods.
Yellow Flames
• Check the burner inlet for obstructions, particularly at air inlets for
each burner.
• Side burner should not be in an area that is too windy.
Flame blows out on low setting or has
uneven heat distribution.
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Check for spider webs or insect nest in venturi and clean venturi.
• Cold side burner needs to be preheated for 5 minutes on high
setting.
• Venturi may be misaligned and needs to be lined up over orifices.
• Cold and windy weather will require you to move side burner away
from the wind.
• Lack of fuel. Check to see cylinder valve is open and cylinder has
fuel.
Low heat with the knob on “HIGH”
• Check to see if the fuel hose is bent or kinked
• Make sure the cooking area is clear of dust
• Check your gas supply and gas pressure.
• If it is only one burner that appears low, make sure the orifice or
burner is clean.
Burner is Too Hot
• Excess grease build-up causing grease fires.
• Damaged or faulty regulator.
Replace with factory authorized parts.
• Cook on a lower temperature setting.
Flame behind control panel or control
knob area.
IMMEDIATELY shut off cylinder valve and allow side burner to cool.
• Check for spider webs or insect nest in venturi and clean venturi.
• Gas is leaking from a faulty connection. Tighten connections with an
adjustable wrench and replace damaged parts. Perform a leak test
on all connections before cooking on side burner again.
• Venturi may be misaligned and needs to be lined up over orifice.
Fire at any connection. IMMEDIATELY shut off cylinder valve and allow side burner to cool.
• Gas is leaking from a faulty connection. Tighten connections with an
adjustable wrench and replace damaged parts.
• Perform a leak test on all connections before cooking on the side
burner again.