Coleman 9949A Gas Grill User Manual


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Problem: Grill will not light when the igniter
button is pushed or has incomplete burner
ame.
Possible Causes and Solutions:
1. Lack of fuel. Check to see that the cylinder has fuel.
2. Make sure one of the burners is turned on. Allow up to
four seconds for gas ow to ignite.
3. If burner lights with match but not igniter, check the
ceramic electrode position near the burner, the condition
of the igniter wire and its connections. Perform igniter test
and replace any damaged parts.
4. Check for spider webs or insect nest in venturi and clean
venturi.
5. Check for misalignment of venturi on orices. Position
venturi over orices.
6. Burner ports, orices or valves have blockage. Clean the
components.
7. Regulator failure; regulator needs to be replaced by an
authorized service dealer.
8. Make sure the regulator and cylinder are properly
assembled. See the section titled “Installing 1 lb. Propane
Cylinders”.
Problem: Yellow ame.
Possible Causes and Solutions:
1. Check for spider webs or insect nest in the venturi and
clean the venturi.
2. New burner may have residual oil which will burn off.
3. Clean off any food residue, grease or seasoning salts on
the burner.
4. The venturi may be misaligned and needs to be lined up
over the orice.
Problem: Flame blows out on low setting or
has uneven heat distribution.
Possible Causes and Solutions:
1. Check for spider webs or insect nests in the venturi and
clean the venturi.
2. Cold grill needs to be preheated for 5 minutes on high setting.
3. The venturi may be misaligned and needs to be lined up
over the orices.
4. Cold and windy weather will require you to move the grill
away from the wind.
5. Lack of fuel. Check to see that the cylinder has fuel.
Problem: Grill too hot.
Possible Causes and Solutions:
1. Excessive areups which require the maintenance
described in the section titled “IN CASE OF GREASE
FIRE”.
2. A damaged orice or regulator which requires
replacement with factory authorized parts.
3. Buildup of grease inside the grill will require cleaning and
emptying the grease tray.
4. Choose a lower cooking temperature if using excessively
high settings.
Problem: Fire at any connection.
Possible Causes and Solutions:
IMMEDIATELY shut off control valves and allow grill to
cool.
1. Gas is leaking from a faulty connection. Tighten
connections with an adjustable wrench and replace
damaged parts. Perform a leak test on all connections
before cooking on the grill again.
Problem: Flame behind control panel or control
knob area.
Possible Causes and Solutions:
IMMEDIATELY shut off control valves and allow grill to
cool.
1. Check for spider webs or insect nest in the venturi and
clean the venturi.
2. Gas is leaking from a faulty connection. Hand tighten
connections and replace damaged parts. Perform a leak
test on all connections before cooking on the grill again.
3. The venturi may be misaligned and needs to be lined up
over the orices.
Troubleshooting
Moving and Storage
CAUTION
A collision with the grill, as with any metal object, could
cause injury. Use care when moving a portable gas grill.
Moving the grill:
r DO NOT move the grill while it is lit or hot, or with objects
on the cooking surface or side tables.
r Clean the grease tray before moving the grill to prevent
spills.
r Collapse the grill before moving.
r Move the grill slowly. DO NOT run with the grill behind you;
it could hit you from behind causing injury.
After moving the grill:
r Check all gas connections for leaks that could occur from
the movement.
r Check the venturi tubes to be sure they are still over the
orices .
Steps to follow before storing grill:
r Clean the grill, including the grease tray.
r Coat the burner lightly with cooking oil to retard rusting.
r For outdoor use only. If the grill is stored indoors, detach
the cylinder outdoors. If left outdoors, remove the cylinder
and cover the grill for protection from the weather.
Grill covers may be purchased from a grill dealer or
manufacturer.
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