With summer now well underway, barbecue has been used to its full potential for some time now. Often after a few years of use, the igniter (or ignition button) may appear to be defective, which is not necessarily the case. If you do not hear any sound when you press the ignition button, it may be a sign that the igniter has stopped working. There are three things that should be checked the moment you notice its defect.
First, check if the battery is still working. To reach the latter, you only have to unscrew the ignition button. If this still works, it is probably the second option: the receiver; that is, the receptacle in which the battery is stored. This, made of copper, can oxidize (produce verdigris). It is very important to clean up this verdigris as soon as you learn it if you want to continue enjoying your barbecue for a few more years. Use a small, porous brush so that no traces of oxidation are left in the receiver.
The third assumption concerns the wires which are located below the receiver of the battery. These could be disconnected. Please make sure that these connect the igniter to the electrodes.
The next time you're in the mood for a good barbecue, check your batteries and your receiver! Enjoy your meal!
