anyone else have problems with the quick connect hoses for the side burner? We have WD them, spit on them, cursed at them and still it does wk.
1107022
YES.Really have to align it and push hard to get it in. At first I thought it was a factory defect but after carefully aligning them, calling on the Force and pushing like hell it locked in...not sure why they made it so tight. Keep trying.
832635
Perhaps you have the hoses connected to the wrong inlet/outlet ??? Just my two cents ;)
930274
Did you take the shield in the back (inside) and cleaned it? I have had my machine for at least 10 yrs and never had a smoking issue. If you have something that touches the burners, I can see it causing smoke but it should not be for very long. I always make sure nothing can touch the burners, and I cook a 15lb turkey in mine. What type of smoke is it?
1343103
I've ordered this product and now need a short hose to connect to my manual vaccum. I think it needs to be "male." I can't seem to find one. Any suggestions?
555497
Yes- I took all of the hoses apart, cleaned everything, put it back together, and it never happened again. I hope that helps!
1852225
Unfortunately it does sound like it is defective. The one I got has threads to screw onto any standard hose. I would request an RMA on yours.
2206572
a very similar thing happened to me, I did not feel that it was worth the bother to send it back. we had ours for 3 days, and it burst. I cant give you an answer for them. I would not want another one. the first one was enough for me! I wonder if the technology on this type of hose is ready for the market.
517475
I had the same issue at first. I bought a manifold set off of amazon that was sold as an FJC but it turned out to be a cheap knock off. The hoses were all for R-12 not R-134. The quick connects for the high and low pressure side were 12 to 134 adapters and the only can tap that would fit the yellow line was an old R-12. I sent the cheap gauge set back and purchased an Interdyne AC Pro set and it works perfect.
1362891
Sounds like it could be. I've used mine twice now - no problem with either burner. Rather than try to troubleshoot it, you may be better off calling Amazon/manufacturer. Good Luck.
1971445
Mine came with a short gas line for the unit only. Meaning it runs from the burners to just outside the grill. You'll have to have a hose/line to go from your gas line to the grill.
511355
mine not quick connect. Used 3/8 tailpiece to 3/8 pipe fitting to heater.Connect with small spanner.
545204
I understand that is new but I am still of the opinion that either the burner holes are clogged by some debris or the propane gas valve is not fully opened so not enough pressure reaches the rear side of the burner - you have only one ignition system and that means that either it ignites or it does not, and in your case, it does, so to me it looks like the fuel doesn't make it all the way - I'm not an engineer but have been struggling with this very pretty grill for years; I buy and change the burner every year ($49)! ... I also have a full size propane can and purchased a full size hose adaptor and connector (approx. $14)... Good luck! I understand that is new but I am still of the opinion that either the burner holes are clogged by some debris or the propane gas valve is not fully opened so not enough pressure reaches the rear side of the burner - you have only one ignition system and that means that either it ignites or it does not, and in your case, it does, so to me it looks like the fuel doesn't make it all the way - I'm not an engineer but have been struggling with this very pretty grill for years; I buy and change the burner every year ($49)! ... I also have a full size propane can and purchased a full size hose... » Read More I understand that is new but I am still of the opinion that either the burner holes are clogged by some debris or the propane gas valve is not fully opened so not enough pressure reaches the rear side of the burner - you have only one ignition system and that means that either it ignites or it does not, and in your case, it does, so to me it looks like the fuel doesn't make it all the way - I'm not an engineer but have been struggling with this very pretty grill for years; I buy and change the burner every year ($49)! ... I also have a full size propane can and purchased a full size hose adaptor and connector (approx. $14)... Good luck! « Show Less
2058127
mines still in a shed from October so I haven't seen it in a while, but I had a problem too theres a choke and a fuel switch, play around with the fule switch. I think mine was backwards maybe or something
1631537
Sorry Francina, but I agree with Blake and Bill. I took mine apart and spent hours trying to get the Jeannie back in the bottle, and I'm pretty handy and persistent. Finally gave up, and wrote to FrontGate (the catalogue I bought it from) and they simply replace it. It's the type of repair that you need five hands for (and little hands at that) to hold everything together to get to fit back in the casing. I saved the hose, but recycled everything else. Good luck (HJGoetze@aol.com)
1960142
Mine would let off a quick spray before I tightened it all the way. I would make sure it's fully connected, and if you're still getting a spray of fuel, try another canister. If it happens then too you might have a bad connection, maybe try to return the stove for a replacement?
953802
If you check on line you will find other people have complained of the same thing. That after a while the OEM regulator inhibits high gas flow rates. Ours got to the point of not working at all. After purchasing this unit which comes complete with everything the problem was immediately resolved and the BBQ is back to working perfectly.
2134059
I'm sorry,but I haven't used the hose. I bought my Kirby refurbished and when I had a question, I called the business that refurbished the vac. They were great. Answered quickly, made suggestions and solved my problem. Try calling whoever sold yours.