Kenmore 415.161278 - Manual (Page 26)

Troubleshooting - Electronic Ignition
Problem (Ignition) Possibiè^^^^^ Check Procedure Prevention/$oiutión
SECTION I
No sparks appear at
any electrodes when
ignition button is
pushed; no noise can
be heard from spark
module.
Battery not installed
properly.
Dead battery.
Button assembly not
installed properly.
Faulty spark module.
Check battery orientation.
Has battery been used
previously?
Check to ensure button
assembly is fully engaged.
Button should travel up and
down without binding.
If no sparks are generated
with new battery and good
wire connections, module is
faulty.
Install battery (make sure that “+” and
connectors are oriented correctly, with “+” end up
and end down.)
Replace battery with newAA-size alkaline battery.
Remove button cap assembly and reinstall, making
sure it can be fully engaged.
Replace spark module assembly.
SECTION ii
No sparks appear at
any electrodes when
ignition switch is
pushed; noise can be
heard from spark
module.
Output lead
connections not
connected.
Electrode tip not in
proper position.
Are output connections on
and tight?
Are the electrode tips
pointing in the right
direction? Is the gap too big?
Remove and reconnect all output connections at
module and electrodes.
Main Burners:
• Tip of electrode should be pointing toward port hole
in burner. The distance should be 1/8” to 3/16”.
Adjust if necessary.
Sideburner;
• Tip of electrode should be pointing toward gas port
opening on burner. The distance should be 1/8” to
3/16”. Adjust if necessary.
SECTION III
Sparks are present
but not at all
electrodes and/or not
at full strength Output lead
connections not
connected.
Arcing to grill away
from burner(s).
Weak battery.
Electrodes are wet.
Electrodes cracked or
broken “sparks at
crack”.
Are output connections on
and tight?
If possible, observe grill in
dark location. Operate
ignition system and look for
arcing between output wires
and grill frame.
All sparks present but weak
or at slow rate.
Has moisture accumulated
on electrode and/or in burner
ports?
Inspect electrodes for
cracks.
Remove and reconnect all output connections at
module and electrodes.
If sparks are observed other than from burner(s),
wire insulation may be damaged. Replace wires.
Replace battery with a new/\A-size alkaline battery.
Use paper towel to remove moisture.
Replace cracked or broken electrodes.
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