Grill powers on but combustion fan does not run, resulting in poor or no flame

Safety first: Unplug the grill before accessing the fan. Moving fan blades can cause injury.

• 1. Confirm fan not running:
  • During startup, listen for fan noise from the hopper area.
  • If silent, proceed to inspection.
• 2. Access fan:
  • Remove the side or bottom panel of the hopper to expose the fan.
  • Check for debris or wires obstructing the blades.
• 3. Check wiring:
  • Ensure the fan connector is firmly seated on the control board.
  • Inspect wires for burns or cuts.
• 4. Spin test:
  • With power off, gently spin the fan blades by hand. They should move freely.
  • If stiff or seized, the fan motor is bad.
• 5. Replace fan or board:
  • If the fan is seized or open-circuit, replace the combustion fan assembly.
  • If a known-good fan does not run and wiring is intact, replace the control board.