Grill powers on but will not ignite; pellets feed into firepot and fan runs, but no flame develops.

Safety first: Turn the grill OFF, unplug it, and allow it to cool before cleaning or testing components.

• 1. Clean firepot:
  • Remove grates, drip tray, and heat baffle.
  • Vacuum all ash and unburned pellets from the firepot and barrel.
• 2. Use fresh pellets:
  • Empty the hopper if pellets are old or damp.
  • Refill with fresh, dry Traeger hardwood pellets.
• 3. Verify fan operation:
  • Start the grill and confirm the induction fan runs and you feel airflow into the firepot.
• 4. Test hot rod:
  • During startup, carefully feel near the firepot (without touching metal) for heat from the igniter.
  • If no heat, test the hot rod resistance and replace if open.
• 5. Temporary manual light (for testing only):
  • With the grill OFF and cool, place a small handful of pellets in the firepot.
  • Light them with a long match or lighter, allow them to burn for a minute, then start the grill with the lid open.
  • If the grill runs once manually lit, the hot rod is almost certainly bad and should be replaced.