Sure Heat Sonoma PF30LP - Manual (Page 22)

Troubleshooting Guide
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Problem Possible Solution
Grill will not light
1. Push the igniter button and check for sparks.
2. If there is a spark, check to make sure gas is supplied to the
burner.
a. Purge the line of any trapped air.
b. Check to see if you can match-light the burner.
c. Check to see that the other burners operate.
d. Visually check the electrode and wire while pushing the
igniter button. If a spark occurs anywhere but the ignitor
trip, the ignitor must be replaced.
Burner flame is yellow and
gas odor can be smelled
1. Check the burner inlet for obstruction, especially for spiders
and other insects.
2. Check the air shutter for proper adjustment.
3. Check for the source of gas leaks.
Excessive flare-ups
1. Hood up when grilling.
2. Keep knobs on low.
3. Turn one burner off if neccessary.
4. Post heat grill for 10-15 minutes, this will burn off drippings.
5. Use meats containing less fat.
6. Always grill chicken on low, meat side down for 20 minutes
and turn to skin side for another 20 minutes. follow above
steps.
7. If flare up continues, move meats to warming rack until flame
sttles down.
8. Never spray water on gas flames - it will destroy your grill.
Burner blows out
1. Check for any burner defects.
2. Check for proper burner installation.
3. Make certain the fuel mixture is not too lean.
4. Make sure the gas supply is sufficient.
5. See if the LP tank is empty.