Troubleshooting - Craftsman 315.CG1150 Operator's Manual

PROBLEM
Smell of gas
Flame flashback beneath control
panel
Gas leak detected from cylinder,
regulator, or other connection
Grease fire or continuous excessive
flames above cooking surface
Burner will not light
Decreasing heat or popping sound
Hot spots on cooking surface
Yellow flame
Inside of firebox hood appears to be
peeling

TROUBLESHOOTING

CAUSE
Regulator, or valve leaking.
Fire in burner tube due to blockage.
Improper installation and loose
connections.
Mechanical failure due to rusting or
mishandling.
Grease build up in burner area.
LP gas cylinder is empty.
Burner not connected to control knob.
Venturi blocked.
Ignitor wire is loose, dirty, or not
connected.
Dead battery in ignitor.
LP gas cylinder is empty.
Venturi blocked.
Venturi blocked.
Venturi or burner may be blocked.
This is a build up of grease.
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SOLUTION
Remove LP cylinder immediately and
check for damaged regulator or valve.
Perform leak test, see Testing Valves
and Regulator for Leaks in the
Assembly section.
See Cleaning Burner Assembly and
Checking Venturi for Insects in the
Maintenance section.
Tighten fittings and see Testing
Valves and Regulator for Leaks in
the Assembly section.
Replace LP gas cylinder.
Turn off control knob. Leave firebox
hood open allowing flames to
extinguish. Once cool, clean grill
thoroughly.
Replace LP gas cylinder.
Make sure valves are inside the burner
tubes.
See Testing Valves and Regulator
for Leaks in the Assembly section.
Reconnect burner electrode wires
or replace the ignitor wire assembly.
Clean wires and/or electrode with
rubbing alcohol and a clean swab.
Tighten all connections.
Replace the battery in the ignitor.
Replace LP gas cylinder.
See Cleaning Burner Assembly and
Checking Venturi for Insects in the
Maintenance section
See Cleaning Burner Assembly and
Checking Venturi for Insects in the
Maintenance section
See Cleaning Burner Assembly and
Checking Venturi for Insects in the
Maintenance section
Clean with a soft bristle brush or
scraper.