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Troubleshooting - Electronic Ignition
Problem (Ignition) Possible Cause
SECTION l
No sparks appear at Battery not installed
any electrodes when properly.
Electronic Ignition
Button is pressed; no
noise can be heard Dead battery.
from spark module.
Button assembly not
installed properly.
Faulty spark module.
Switch wires
disconnected.
SECTION ll
Output lead connections
No sparks appear at
not connected.
any electrodes when
Electronic Ignition
Button is pressed;
noise can be heard
from spark module.
SECTION lll
Output lead connections
Sparks are present but
not connected.
not at all electrodes
and/or not at full
strength. Arcing to side burner
away from burner(s).
Weak battery.
Electrodes are wet.
Electrodes cracked or
broken "sparks at crack".
Check Procedure
Check battery orientation.
Has battery been used
previously?
Check to ensure threads are
properly engaged. Button
should travel up and down
without binding.
If no sparks are generated with
new battery and good wire
connections, module is faulty.
Check to ensure switch wires
are connected.
Are output connections on and
tight?
Are output connections on and
tight?
If possible, observe side
burner in dark location.
Operate ignition system and
look for arcing between output
wires and side burner frame.
All sparks present but weak or
at slow rate.
Has moisture accumulated on
electrode and/or in burner
ports?
Inspect electrodes for cracks.
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Prevention/Solution
Install battery (make sure that "+" and "-"
connectors are oriented correctly, with "+" end up
and "-" end down.
Replace battery with new alkaline battery.
Remove battery cap and reinstall, making sure it
can be fully engaged.
Replace spark module.
Reconnect switch wires.
Remove and reconnect all output connections at
module and electrodes.
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 alkaline battery.
Use paper towel to remove moisture.
Replace cracked or broken electrodes.