Troubleshooting - Sunbeam NPG230 El Manual Del Propietario

Troubleshooting

Problem
Burner will not light with
match
Irregular flame pattern,
flame does not run the full
length of burner.
Flame is yellow or orange
Flame blow out
Flare-up
Persistent grease fire
Flashback (fire in burner
tube)
Inside of lid is peeling-like
paint peeling
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Possible Cause
No gas flow.
Obstruction of gas flow.
Spider webs or insect nest in venturi.
Burner ports clogged or blocked.
Burner ports are clogged or blocked.
New burner may have residual
manufacturing oils.
Spider webs or insect nest in venturi.
Food residue, grease or seasoning salt on
burner.
High or gusting winds.
Low on LP Gas.
Grease buildup.
Excess fat in meat.
Excessive cooking temperature.
Grease trapped by food buildup around
burner system.
Burner and/or burner tube is blocked.
The lid is porcelain coated, not paint.
Check if LP cylinder is empty.
Clear burner tubes.
Clean venturi.
Clean burner ports.
Clean burner ports.
Burn grill for 15 minutes with the lid closed.
Clean venturi.
Clean burner.
Turn front of grill to face wind or increase
flame height.
Replace LP cylinder.
Clean grill.
Trim fat from meat before grilling.
Adjust (lower) temperature accordingly.
Turn knobs to "LOCK OFF POSITION." Let
fire burn out. Leave lid in closed position
and let fire burn out. After grill cools,
remove and clean all parts.
Clean burner and/or burner tube.
Baked on grease buildup has turned to
carbon and is flaking off. Clean thoroughly.
Owner's manual: model NPG230 outdoor gas grill
Prevention/Cure
10/7/03