466226113 - English - Char-Broil Grills

Troubleshooting - Electronic IgnitionProblem (Ignition)Possible CauseCheck ProcedurePrevention/SolutionSECTION INo sparks appear atany electrodes whenElectronic IgnitionButton is pressed; nonoise can be heardfrom spark module.• Battery not installedproperly.• Dead battery.• Check battery orientation.• Has battery been usedpreviously?• Install battery (make sure that “+” and “–”connectors are oriented correctly, with “+” end upand “–” end down.)• Replace battery with new AA-size alkaline battery.• Button assembly notinstalled properly.• Check to insure threads areproperly engaged. Buttonshould travel up and downwithout binding.• Unscrew button cap assembly and reinstall,making sure threads are aligned and engagedfully.• Faulty spark module.• If no sparks are generatedwith new battery and goodwire connections, module isfaulty.• Replace spark module assembly.SECTION IINo sparks appear atany electrodes whenElectronic IgnitionButton is pressed; noisecan be heard fromspark module.• Output leadconnections notconnected.• Are output connections onand tight?• Remove and reconnect all output connections atmodule and electrodes.SECTION IIISparks are presentbut not at allelectrodes and/or notat full strength• Output leadconnections notconnected.• Arcing to grill awayfrom burner(s).• Are output connections onand tight?• If possible, observe grill indark location. Operateignition system and look forarcing between output wiresand grill frame.• Remove and reconnect all output connections atmodule and electrodes.• If sparks are observed other than from burner(s),wire insulation may be damaged. Replace wires.• Weak battery.• All sparks present but weakor at slow rate.• Replace battery with a new AA-size alkalinebattery.• Electrodes are wet.• Has moisture accumulatedon electrode and/or inburner ports?• Use paper towel to remove moisture.• Electrodes cracked orbroken “sparks atcrack”.• Inspect electrodes forcracks.• Replace cracked or broken electrodes.32 • 466226113