Troubleshooting (continued)
Problem
Sudden drop in gas flow or low
flame.
Flames blow out.
Flare-up.
Persistent grease fire.
Flashback (fire in burner tube(s)).
One burner does not light from other
burner(s).
Possible Cause
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Out of gas.
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Excess flow valve tripped.
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Vapor lock at coupling nut/LP cylinder connection.
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High or gusting winds.
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Low on LP gas.
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Excess flow valve tripped.
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Grease buildup.
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Excessive fat in meat.
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Excessive cooking temperature.
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Grease trapped by food buildup around burner system.
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Burner and/or burner tubes are blocked.
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Grease buildup or food particles in end(s) of carryover tube(s).
Prevention/Solution
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Check for gas in LP cylinder.
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Turn off knobs, wait 30 seconds and light grill. If flames are still low, turn off
knobs and LP cylinder valve. Disconnect regulator. Reconnect regulator and leak-
test. Turn on LP cylinder valve, wait 30 seconds and then light grill.
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Turn off knobs and LP cylinder valve. Disconnect coupling nut from cylinder.
Reconnect and retry.
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Turn front of grill to face wind or increase flame height by turning gas valve to a
higher postion.
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Refill LP cylinder.
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Refer to "Sudden drop in gas flow" above.
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Clean burners and inside of grill/firebox.
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Trim fat from meat before grilling.
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Adjust (lower) temperature accordingly.
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Turn knobs to OFF. Turn gas off at LP cylinder. Leave lid in position and let fire
burn out. After grill cools, remove and clean all parts.
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Turn knobs to OFF. Clean burner and/or burner tubes. See burner cleaning
section of Use and Care.
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Clean carry-over tube(s) with wire brush.
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