Green Mountain Grills Failure to Ignite

Grill powers on but will not ignite pellets; fan may run but no fire starts.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Igniter burned out, Firepot full of ash blocking igniter, No pellet feed to firepot, Combustion fan not running during startup

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the grill and ensure it is completely cool before working inside.

  • Clean firepot thoroughly: Remove grates, grease tray, and heat shield. Vacuum all ash and debris from the firepot and around the igniter.
  • Verify pellet feed: Start the grill and watch for pellets dropping into the firepot. If none appear, troubleshoot the auger system.
  • Check igniter operation: In a dim area, start the grill and look for the igniter glowing red/orange. If it does not glow, test its resistance and replace if open.
  • Confirm fan operation: Listen for the combustion fan during startup. If silent, inspect and replace the fan as needed.
  • Manual light test: As a temporary test only, you can light a small handful of pellets in the firepot with a long lighter to confirm that the grill will run once a fire is established. Do this only with the igniter unplugged and follow GMG safety guidelines.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Igniter (Hot Rod)
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