the push button start has a history to go out fast on the gas grills....how about this one ?
1538300
I've owned my RecTec grill for 9 months now and it has performed flawlessly. There is no "igniter" on the RecTec as there is on a gas grill, when you start the grill it electronically activates a heat chamber into which the wood pellets are fed, which creates the heat and smoke. Unlike a gas grill, you can actually set the temperature and the RecTec will heat up and then maintain that temperature for as long as you like The RecTec has a 6 year warranty that covers all of the components, and based on my experience with the company when I placed the order for my grill I have no doubt that they stand behind their product. I've owned my RecTec grill for 9 months now and it has performed flawlessly. There is no "igniter" on the RecTec as there is on a gas grill, when you start the grill it electronically activates a heat chamber into which the wood pellets are fed, which creates the heat and smoke. Unlike a gas grill, you can actually set the temperature and the RecTec will heat up and then maintain that temperature for as long as you like The RecTec has a 6 year warranty that covers all of the components, and based on my experience with the company when I placed the order for my grill I have no... » Read More I've owned my RecTec grill for 9 months now and it has performed flawlessly. There is no "igniter" on the RecTec as there is on a gas grill, when you start the grill it electronically activates a heat chamber into which the wood pellets are fed, which creates the heat and smoke. Unlike a gas grill, you can actually set the temperature and the RecTec will heat up and then maintain that temperature for as long as you like The RecTec has a 6 year warranty that covers all of the components, and based on my experience with the company when I placed the order for my grill I have no doubt that they stand behind their product. « Show Less
1538301
I've owned my RecTec grill for 9 months now and it has performed flawlessly. There is no "igniter" on the RecTec as there is on a gas grill, when you start the grill it electronically activates a heat chamber into which the wood pellets are fed, which creates the heat and smoke. Unlike a gas grill, you can actually set the temperature and the RecTec will heat up and then maintain that temperature for as long as you like The RecTec has a 6 year warranty that covers all of the components, and based on my experience with the company when I placed the order for my grill I have no doubt that they stand behind their product.
1538302
Just got my grill early this year and have had no problems. Love this grill. Large cooking area.
1551927
Most likely. I have the 3 burner. But, all these grills only light the first burner. After that is lit up, you would turn on the gas to the last 2-3 burners as the gas back feeds to number 1. That is why you usually get a little Poof sound when they ignite.
1337560
For me it was electric push v gas push. I bought this to replace a 13 year old MTD that just wasn't cutting it anymore. I have had this since March 2010 and am still very pleased with it. It always charges, it always starts, it is less than half the noise, there are no fumes, and there is no gas in my garage. Trade a Honda gas-self-propelled? Hmm. If it works well, I'd say keep it until it needs replacement or costs too much to service, then buy one of these.
239316
should not be the one I have will start on 2nd pull with the choke check spark plug and the fire. did have to change the coil on the one I have and check the bowl on the the carb make shore its not gummed up . turn the fuel off and let it run out of gas .now if you are where its cold it will be hard to start you my have to pull on it 7 or 8 times my one will do it at about 50 f or below
1465604
Yes, the Start button will automatically cook for 30 sec. after you hit it.
2179389
Never been a problem. Without that heavy gas motor, it starts out quite light and Davy to push.
70741
I had to look at the purchase history. I found that returned it because if I remember correctly, it was not the right one (my fault). I ended up buying another table top grill. Just some advice, be sure to turn the gas. At the tank as well. I lost a new tank due to leakage of a bad/ worn out gauge (not this one). Good luck and happy grilling
645397
I've been carrying one for over a year and I don't think mine has ever came on when I didn't want it to. I'm climbing in and out of trucks and equipment all the time. I guess something might hit the button once in a while but it has to click for it to stay on.
1811753
I've found that the gas dial is touchy. If you turn it to the start position, most of the time on the first few tries it doesn't produce any gas through the burner. Try turning it while pushing in, and then turn all the way on and then off. The next turn to the start position should produce gas and you can start it with a long match or the igniter. That worked for mine, anyway... Good luck!
1791081
like they say: ensure the chain brake is off, close to the handle. Ensure the engine cutoff is pulled all the way out. at least 6 prime pushes. choke all the way out, then 6 pulls. then choke halfway or all the way in, and one pull - boom it runs. I just started mine today after 3 years sitting unused. Put in fresh gas and it started right up, which impressed me a lot.
1415128
CharBroil did a recall early last year (2013) on the gas version of the Patio Bistro grills. The issue was with the ignitor being tied into the control knob assembly that controls the flow of propane gas for the grill's flame. On the control knob there is a lightning bolt which is where you would stop the dial so that the battery operated ignitor would create a spark for the gas to ignite creating a flame for the grill. People were going past this point, then wondering why the grill wasn't lit. All the while, propane gas was still filling up in the grill so that when they turned the knob back to the off position, the ignitor would ignite the built up propane gas and create a loud WHOOOMP!! of flame from the grill. The recall is a separate ignitor switch attached to one of the legs of the grill. It is wired up separate from the gas control knob in that when you now start the grill, you turn the knob to the lightning bolt position on the grill, then press the button on the separate ignitor switch to start the grill. I have put this new ignitor on the grill, it takes about 10 minutes to do, easy to fix. Grill works just as well with the separate ignitor. The ignitor assembly is free from CharBroil, you would need to go to their website to order the ignitor. It took about 10-12 days to get it by USPS.
755333
There is a saftly right underneath the push button to start. It just slides down and clicks into place. You have to do it every time.
2012967
That's why it is a piece of crap. You have to keep one hand on the gas trigger and maintain some throttle pressure to keep the thing from shutting down. Depending on how long you have been using it, you may need to put a new spark plug in and/or clean it.
663953
The speed button is pushed forward and backward. I have had it for a long time and had no problems with batter getting in the fan. It does start with a strong burst of speed, but I expect it, and I'm not sure if I have just always been careful with it.
678115
No. You press a button on the gas tank. First it makes a starting up noise and lights turn. Then press next time it reves up and takes off for a good distance.
1353865
I dont know but I know that the upper gear roll off is much more crisp. No issue- possibly a subtle change. I do know my gas useag hasnt changed significantly
2020635
No, mine starts fine at low and high speeds. Sounds like the motor or switch may have a loose wire.