Pete and Tracey Posted December 6, 2012 Report Share Posted December 6, 2012 Hey everyone,We have had a couple of good years out of the sovereign BBQ, but of late the flame seems to go out a few times before staying alight, sometimes not! It takes a few relighting efforts for the thing to stay alight, gas bottles are full, no problems in the van with the stove and the water system works fine. I don't think it is the gas system as such.I have checked the pyro sensor that runs the auto shutoff and it is positioned correctly according to the sovereign website. Can these fail or become worn out????Anyone had any similar experiences and can offer a solution???Thanks guys and gals.......Pete and Tracey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyH Posted December 7, 2012 Report Share Posted December 7, 2012 Hi Pete & Tracey,The problems I had with my Sovereign BBQ were 'totally fixed' when I purchased a Baby Q..... far superior Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tolley Posted December 7, 2012 Report Share Posted December 7, 2012 Yep, I have been experiencing similar problems. Then it comes good and gives no trouble for a while. It is a pain in the butt. Tony has the best solution!RegardsColin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark and maxine Posted December 7, 2012 Report Share Posted December 7, 2012 Hi pete and traceyYes the sensor or thermocouple can fail.It works by making a very small voltage which in turn keeps the gas flowing. Sometimes they soot up, so try cleaning it with emery tape or fine sandpaper.If this does not work I think your up for a new thermocouple.Not very exspensive.Hope this helpsMark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evo Posted December 19, 2012 Report Share Posted December 19, 2012 Hi Pete&Tracey,I had a similar problem with mine.After trying a few different things including replaing the thermocouple I finally found the problem.The knob used to turn it on had slid too far onto the shaft so it was hitting onto the body of the BBQ when being held in to over ride the thermocouple so not allowing the thermocouple to do it's thing.The remedy was to pull the knob off and place about 10mm of 6mm round in it before replacing it.Have not had a problem since.A quick test is to remove the knob and use a pair of pliers to light the BBQ.Hope this helps.Noel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tex Posted December 22, 2012 Report Share Posted December 22, 2012 I had the same problem with my BBQ and had a gas fitter check it out at the cost $80. Then I rang Sovereign and they told me that the problem was the knob and it would cost $35. for a replacement. So I ordered 1, but the wife asked me what was wrong with the knob so I explained. ie there is a little flange inside of the hole that prevents the brass shaft to far into the knob this flange is meant to assist in pushing the shaft in allowing the gas to flow. if the flange is broken or worn the gas wont flow after releasing the knob. So little miss smarty pants said put some aluminium foil in the hole and guess what it hasn't failed me since and I have a spare knob to boot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tolley Posted December 22, 2012 Report Share Posted December 22, 2012 Yep, who needs Google when you have a wife? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickA Posted December 22, 2012 Report Share Posted December 22, 2012 If you had a Baby Q, they would have replaced your knob for free If you know wot I mean??!!CheersRick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tex Posted December 23, 2012 Report Share Posted December 23, 2012 Regardless of who got a free knob or paid for one, everyone have a merry christmas and a very safe new year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete and Tracey Posted January 2, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2013 Happy New Year Everyone!!Well.......the problem seemed to be with the thermocouple. Recieved the new one from Sovereign who were very helpfull. $60 solved the problem. Cheap fix this time!! :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tex Posted January 3, 2013 Report Share Posted January 3, 2013 Well there you with all the good advice we missed the obvious, but still you and we all are much wiser for the experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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