Popping, banging, or mini‑explosions when the grill reignites after a temperature drop.

Safety first: If you hear loud bangs, turn the grill off and keep the lid closed for several minutes before opening.

• Step 1 – Clean fire pot: Once cool, remove excess pellets and ash from the fire pot.
• Step 2 – Check fan function: Ensure the combustion fan runs consistently to prevent heavy fuel buildup before ignition.
• Step 3 – Use dry pellets: Replace any damp pellets that may be smoldering instead of burning cleanly.
• Step 4 – Avoid frequent power cycling: Let the grill complete its startup and shutdown cycles fully to prevent pellet overfeeding.
• Step 5 – Replace controller if behavior persists: If the controller repeatedly overfeeds pellets at relight, consider replacing the digital controller.