the pellets won't feed into the fire pot, it just beeps and shuts down after a few minutes.

— asked by Jordan

Quick answer: A pellet feed jam. Moisture-swollen pellets or fines (sawdust) are clogging the auger tube.

Diagnosis

A pellet feed jam. Moisture-swollen pellets or fines (sawdust) are clogging the auger tube.

How to Fix It

Turn off and unplug the grill. Empty the pellet hopper completely. Use a shop vac to suck out any remaining pellets from the hopper throat. Use a long, flexible brush (a clean bottle brush works) to manually clear the auger tube through the hopper opening. Refill with fresh, dry hardwood pellets.

If That Didn't Work

The auger motor itself may have failed. You can test by removing the hopper and watching if the auger turns when you start a cook cycle. If it doesn't hum and turn, the motor needs replacement.

Heads Up

Always store pellets in a sealed, dry container. Never leave them in the hopper exposed to humidity for long periods. Damp pellets swell and are the primary cause of jams.

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