Help with fixing my Dad's Spirit

[MikeLucky]

So my dad's Spirit, which is either an E-310 or E-330, was blown over by the wind, face first. I haven't had a chance to take it apart yet, but it won't light up and I can definitely smell gas so clearly there is a leak or something broken. Any thoughts or suggestions on where I should start or what I should look for when I get to take it apart?

 

[Dan Leighton]

Mike:
First of all glad that you made it through the horrible weather this spring. I'm sure members will be glad to help you to restore some normalcy and get your dad's grill back on line. If you can locate the model and serial on the grill, you should be able to find the correct manuals on weber's website http://webergrills.com to help with taking it apart. Good luck and be safe.

 

[Bruce]

Mike, it could be as simple as the igniter having gone out on it. Have you tried lighting it with a match? I am only asking if you have already done that. Because if you haven't, you probably should not until you are sure there isn't something else disconnected or broken. During the fall, your valves may have come out of the burners or there may be a hole in the hose for a couple possibilities.

I would trace the flow of the propane from the tank, into the hose, through the hose, into the manifold, into the valves, and then into the burners. You can check for leaks from the tank to the manifold by spraying it down with a soapy water solution. It will bubble wherever there is a leak. Beyond the manifold, it is more of a visual check.