Grill trips GFCI outlet or breaker shortly after being turned on.

Safety first: Repeatedly tripping a breaker indicates a potentially dangerous fault. Unplug the grill and do not reset the breaker more than once without inspection.

Steps to diagnose ground fault:

• Dry the grill: If the grill was recently in rain or heavy humidity, allow it to dry completely for 24 hours under cover.
• Inspect power cord: Look for cuts, nicks, or crushed sections. Replace the cord if any damage is found.
• Isolate components: With the grill unplugged, disconnect igniter, fan, and other loads from the controller. Plug in and power on. If the breaker no longer trips, reconnect components one at a time until the fault returns to identify the culprit.
• Replace shorted component: Replace any component that causes the breaker to trip when connected (often the igniter or fan).
• Controller check: If the breaker trips even with all peripherals disconnected, the controller or internal wiring is shorted and must be replaced or repaired by a professional.

Warning: Do not bypass the GFCI or use oversized breakers; this defeats safety protections.