Vermont Casting VCS4005 - Manual (Page 29)

Blockage in the burner
or gas system
Corroded burner
Improper air shutter
opening
Excessively fatty foods
Grease buildup
Uneven burn pattern
or
Flashback fire
Excessive yellow
flame
Flare-up
Electrode fouled
Electrode improperly
gapped
Electrode cracked
Lead wire is discon-
nected
Lead wire is cracked
Battery dead or installed
wrong
Igniter does not spark
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Confirm that the venturi tubes are not blocked by insects or other
debris. Use a special venturi brush to clean (Fig. 15).
Use a pin or needle to probe the orifice in the gas valve. Never
enlarge the orifice (Fig. 17).
Use a small nail or toothpick to clean the burner ports (Fig. 17).
Corrosion of a gas burner can cause the solid material between
the gas ports to deteriorate, resulting in uneven burning. See
your retailer for the appropriate replacement burner.
Wipe the electrode with a soft, clean cloth.
The electrode should be located 1/8” to 3/16” from the
burner, and positioned to spark to the edge of a gas port.
If the gap is incorrect, or the unit is not properly sparking,
gently bend the electrode tip into position. Use caution so
that the ceramic insulator does not crack.
If the ceramic insulator on the electrode is cracked, it may
short out. Replace the electrode.
Confirm that the lead from the Ignitor module to the elec-
trode is well seated on the termination of the module.
A crack in the lead wire may result in shorting. Replace the
wire.
The battery in the Igniter Button may be dead or installed
incorrectly. Correct position is positive end down.
Trim all excess fat from meat before cooking.
Confirm that the sear plate is clean and properly installed. Re-
move excess grease from the burn chamber.
Your Grill should burn with a predominantly blue flame.
If the flame is mostly yellow, check the venturi tubes for ob-
struction and clean as shown on Page 19. If yellow flames still
persist, adjust the opening on the air shutter of the venturi tube
located under the front console of the Grill (Fig. 20).
Troubleshooting Guide
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ACTION REQUIRED