Auger Not Turning On Traeger (2024)

1. Auger not moving, display flashing, slow fan clicking - Traeger Forum

  • May 23, 2022 · My auger got jammed with wet pellets. It was not turning, I could hear clicking, and the display temp was flashing. I just replaced the auger motor.

  • Traeger Pellet Grill & Smoker Owner's Forum. Discuss BBQ Tips, Recipes, Reviews, How-to's, and more!

Auger not moving, display flashing, slow fan clicking - Traeger Forum

2. Troubleshooting: Traeger Grill Won't Power On - Thirty-One Whiskey

  • May 23, 2019 · If in either situation the fuse appears “tripped” (should see some black smoke residue inside the glass vial or other damage) then it needs to ...

  • I love my Lil’ Tex Traeger Grill. The thing is amazing, churning out delicious meaty meals time and time again. It’s getting on in years, and after this latest winter, it seemed like th…

Troubleshooting: Traeger Grill Won't Power On - Thirty-One Whiskey

3. Auger motor issues | Traeger Owners Forum

Auger motor issues | Traeger Owners Forum

4. Auger Stuck | Smoking Meat Forums - Smoking Meat Forums

  • May 22, 2022 · Turn auger vertical and start pouring in slowly until it saturates the pellets enough to start coming out the other end. Let sit for a couple ...

  • I belong to a club that bought a Traeger Commercial 200 a few years ago. The pellets didn’t get removed last fall & after spending a winter in the Seattle humidity two of the three augers are stuck. Really stuck. I’ve soaked the hopper/tube assembly in water for 3 days to soften the pellets &...

5. Why Is My Traeger Pellet Grill Not Working? - GrillPartsReplacement

  • Apr 3, 2023 · If not, the auger motor could have failed. The auger is responsible for feeding the pellets into the fire pot. Make sure that it is turning and ...

  • There could be several reasons why your Traeger Pellet Grill is not working. Traeger pellet grill uses a control panel to operate the pellet auger, hot rod ignitor and combustion fan. The control panel receives temperature information from inside the grill via the RTD sensor. Here are some troubleshooting steps that you can follow to identify and resolve the issue:    Check the Power Supply: Make sure that the grill is properly plugged in and that the outlet is working. You can try plugging in another appliance to see if the outlet is providing power.   Check the Pellet Hopper: Empty out all the pellets and vacuum out the hopper, auger and burn pot. Make sure they are not jammed. If there is a jam, try clearing it using a long tool like a broom handle.   Check the Auger: Listen to tell if the auger is working and moving pellets. If not, the auger motor could have failed. The auger is responsible for feeding the pellets into the fire pot. Make sure that it is turning and not clogged. If it is clogged, try cleaning it out.   Check the Fire Pot: Make sure that the Fire Pot is clean and free of debris. If it is dirty, try cleaning it out with a brush.   Check the Igniter: If the fire fails to start at all, the hot rod ignitor could have failed and may need replacing. Alternatively, the induction fan may be faulty.    Check the Temperature Probe: The temperature probe is responsible for reading the temperature inside the grill. Make sure that it is clean and properl...

Why Is My Traeger Pellet Grill Not Working? - GrillPartsReplacement

6. BFG - Auger not working | Rec Teq Pellet Grill Forum

  • Jul 3, 2020 · Hi - I just bought a brand new RT-2500 BFG (after my old Traeger died). I put it together and started the burn in process.

  • Hi - I just bought a brand new RT-2500 BFG (after my old Traeger died). I put it together and started the burn in process. It heated up to about 250 degrees (I had it set at 400) then stopped and started cooling down. After a few hours of troubleshooting I found that the fire pot works fine if I...

BFG - Auger not working | Rec Teq Pellet Grill Forum

7. Auger Problem - Pellet Fan - Index

  • Nov 17, 2018 · My 5 year old Traeger Select seems to have bit the bullet. I went to put on some chicken thighs this morning and the auger is not turning ...

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8. Auger won't turn. Need Help | Pit Boss Grill Forum

  • Nov 14, 2021 · I would check if you have a good connection, then see if you get voltage to the motor. Might be a bad board or they sent a new but bad motor.

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9. Oh-oh, Traeger Trouble | River Daves Place

  • Jan 10, 2021 · Because your temp was falling first it probably has an auger or fire pot issue. Vacuum it out and vacuum out the auger at the pot end. Then turn ...

  • So I'm doing a brisket, I started at midnight and it's coming up on 189 degrees, I'm in the home stretch. I look at the temperature readout on the Traeger and it's reading 130 and falling. The fan is running, but no heat is being made - somehow the fire went out, so I put the temperature dial...

10. Bullseye - Freeing a stuck auger with science | Rec Teq Pellet Grill Forum

  • Jul 17, 2022 · The plan for auger removal is to pour the potassium hydroxide into each end of the auger to let it work its magic to soften up the pellets.

  • Hey folks, I just had gone through my first winter with my Bullseye covered up and was surprised to find the auger had stuck when I went to use it a few months later. I mistakenly figured that I didn't need to remove the pellets since the grill was covered but apparently the pellets need to be...

Bullseye - Freeing a stuck auger with science | Rec Teq Pellet Grill Forum

11. Traeger Grill Troubleshooting: Quick & Easy Fixes (updated)

  • Jul 10, 2023 · If the auger is jammed, this is caused by moisture in the pellets. When the pellets are moist, it becomes crumbly and can clog the auger, which ...

  • Are you getting ready for your first backyard barbecue of the season? If so, you'll want to double-check that your grill is ready to perform! If you need help with your Traeger grill, read on for some common gas grill problems.

Traeger Grill Troubleshooting: Quick & Easy Fixes (updated)
Auger Not Turning On Traeger (2024)

FAQs

Auger Not Turning On Traeger? ›

Inspect the auger motor for any damage, such as cracks or visibly broken spots. make sure the auger is plugged into the controller or the motherboard (depending on model). Unplug and reconnect the auger motor to ensure a solid connection. Turn on the grill and ignite to see if the auger begins to turn.

Should Traeger auger always turn? ›

Some movement will be expected as the auger turns to feed pellets through the auger shaft. It is normal for the auger to cycle on and off as it feeds pellets into the firepot. This means that the auger rotation is not continuous, but will pause.

How to unclog auger on Traeger? ›

Locate the 4 screws holding the hopper assembly on the grill and remove them (2 on either side). Carefully remove the hopper assembly. Remove the 1/4-inch bushing screw (Screw holding the auger to the frame of the grill). With force, try to pull the auger motor back and forth by hand to try to loosen the jam.

How to prime a Traeger auger? ›

Priming an Auger on a Wi-Fi Connected Grill
  1. Add fresh pellets to the hopper.
  2. On the grill controller, navigate to Select Auger>Prime Auger.
  3. Once pellets begin to fall into the firepot, select Done to turn off the auger.
Jun 20, 2024

Why is my Traeger auger not turning? ›

Inspect the auger motor for any damage, such as cracks or visibly broken spots. make sure the auger is plugged into the controller or the motherboard (depending on model). Unplug and reconnect the auger motor to ensure a solid connection. Turn on the grill and ignite to see if the auger begins to turn.

Is it OK to leave pellets in Auger? ›

Emptying your hopper after each cook and storing the leftover pellets in a secure device like sealed bucket can ensure your pellets last as long as possible. It can also help prevent your auger from jamming. It is also extremely important to perform a “burnoff” after each cook to clear your Pit Boss auger as well.

Why is my pellet fire auger not working? ›

Most of the problems with pellet stoves get traced back to the pressure/vacuum switch that controls the auger and pellet feed. The best way to begin troubleshooting this switch is to pull the hose off it and blow into the hose towards the combustion area.

How do you fix a stuck auger? ›

Try Dampening the Soil

Sometimes, when you're drilling through a harder surface or drier ground, your auger can get stuck. Pouring some water around the hole will allow the soil to loosen around the tool, giving you more wiggle room to slide it out.

How to charge an auger on a Traeger? ›

Turn the grill back ON and set the temperature gauge to high and let the auger churn wood pellets into the fire pot with the lid open, this will charge the auger. 9. Turn the temperature controller to Shut Down mode and let the fan run for 10 minutes to cool off. You've now charged the auger.

Is the Traeger auger supposed to stop? ›

After feeding all the remaining pellets, the auger should stop turning while the fan continues running.

Why is my post hole auger not spinning? ›

If your engine runs but the auger doesn't turn, a problem with the drive train is the most likely situation. Frequently, the issue can be traced back to the flexible shaft core. The best way to determine if the flex shaft is the issue is to inspect the core end fittings for cracks or breakage.

Why is my drain auger not turning? ›

You need to make sure that you've securely tightened thumbscrew(the piece that secures the cable inside the drum or handle). If the thumbscrew is loose, the cable will not rotate at all when you twist the handle. The cable rotation is how the drain snake picks up debris, so if it can't do this, your auger won't work.

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