Royal Gourmet Backdraft Through Pellet Hopper

Grill leaks smoke heavily from hopper lid; pellets in hopper become warm or discolored.

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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

Combustion fan not running on Royal Gourmet smoker, Fire pot overfilled with pellets, Exhaust blockage causing pressure in cook chamber, Hopper lid gasket missing or damaged

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off and unplug the grill. Do not open the hopper lid if you suspect active flame inside.

Steps to correct backdraft:

  • Inspect exhaust: Ensure chimney and exhaust ports are clear and the cap is not fully closed.
  • Check fan operation: Verify the combustion fan runs to draw air through the fire pot and out the exhaust.
  • Clean fire pot: Remove excess pellets and ash from the fire pot to prevent overfiring.
  • Inspect hopper lid seal: Replace any missing or damaged gasket material to reduce smoke leakage.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Combustion Fan Assembly
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