Troubleshooting – Broilmaster P4XF-1 User Manual
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Although the manufacturer has attempted to ensure that your grill will operate properly and satisfactorily,
sometimes problems do arise. The following troubleshooting guide lists several possible problems and
their probable cause and solution.
Problem
Cause
Solution
Burner will not light.
Gas injector not inserted in venturi
tube.
Realign/engage gas injector with
the venturi tube.
Clogged gas injector.
Remove gas injector from gas con-
trol assembly and clean.
Obstruction in gas line.
For propane models, ensure gas
valve on cylinder is OFF. Remove
flexible hose and blow out any
debris.
Spider webs in venturi tubes.
Clean venturi tubes. See Mainte-
nance Section.
Misalignment of collector box and
burner.
Position electrode properly. Clean
collector box.
Out of gas
Refill LP gas cylinder. If natural
model, turn on gas at source.
Dead battery.
Replace with AA Alkaline battery.
Inadequate grill tem-
perature.
Poor combustion.
Adjust air shutter.
Misalignment of venturi tube and
gas injector.
Realign/engage gas injector with
the venturi tube.
Inadequate gas pressure.
Contact gas supplier for assistance.
Incorrect orifice/valve setting.
Refer to gas conversion instructions
in this manual.
Flames blow out.
Cold grill.
Preheat grill at least 5 minutes on
HI with the grill lid closed.
Misalignment of burner tube and
gas injector.
Realign/engage gas injector with
the burner tube.
Poor combustion.
Adjust air shutter.
Extreme wind.
Turn or shield grill.
Yellow flames.
Air shutter improperly set.
Open air shutter
Spider webs in venturi tubes.
Clean venturi tubes. See Mainte-
nance Section.
Seasoning salts on burner.
Clean by washing burner with mild
detergent.
Oil film on burner.
Allow burner to operate on HI for
10-15 minutes.
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