Troubleshooting - Electronic Ignition
No sparks appear at
any electrodes when
Electronic Ignition
Button is pressed;
no
noise
can be heard
from spark module.
No sparks appear at
any electrodes when
Electronic Ignition
Button is pressed;
noise
can
be heard
from spark module.
Sparks are present but
not at all electrodes
and/or not at full
strength.
Problem (Ignition)
Possible Cause
Check Procedure
Prevention/Solution
SECTION l
Battery not installed
properly.
Dead battery.
Button assembly not
installed properly.
Faulty spark module.
Switch wires
disconnected.
Loose extension wire
connections.
Output lead connections
not connected.
Loose or exposed
extension wire
connections.
Output lead connections
not connected.
Arcing to grill away from
burner(s).
Weak battery.
Electrodes are wet.
Electrodes cracked or
broken “sparks at crack”.
Loose or exposed
extension wire
connections.
SECTION ll
SECTION lll
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 extension connections
tight?
Are output connections on and
tight?
Are extension connections
tight? Are extension
connections insulated?
Are output connections on and
tight?
If possible, observe grill in dark
location. Operate ignition
system and look for arcing
between output wires and grill
frame.
All sparks present but weak or
at slow rate.
Has moisture accumulated on
electrode and/or in burner
ports?
Inspect electrodes for cracks.
Are extension connections
tight? Are extension
connections insulated?
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 extension wire
connections.
Remove and reconnect all output connections at
module and electrodes.
Remove and reconnect extension wire
connections. Use electrical tape or shrink wrap to
insulate extension wire connections. Confirm
there are no cut or grounded wires.
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.
Remove and reconnect extension wire
connections. Use electrical tape or shrink wrap to
insulate extension wire connections.
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