How to light and maintain an outdoor pellet fire

Start with a cold, clean grill that permits pellet fuel. Remove old ash without blocking vents, check the appliance’s fuel support and use dry pellets. Set up outdoors and keep the spare bag away from heat and sparks.

Use a grill-approved fire starter exactly as its label directs. Follow the appliance’s loading and ignition instructions. Never add starter to a fire that is burning or still hot, and do not use petrol or other improvised accelerants.

Let flames settle before cooking. If ignition is difficult, do not keep adding starter or fuel. Follow the appliance’s shutdown instructions, allow it to cool and then inspect fuel dryness, ash and airflow.

Stay with the grill. Adjust vents or add fuel only as the appliance permits; do not pack fuel into air passages. A struggling fire is a reason to check the setup safely, not to add a flammable liquid.

Finish using the grill’s shutdown procedure and let fuel and ash cool completely outdoors. Never bring smouldering fuel into a room or tent.

How long do pellets take to light?

There is no fixed time stated for this product. Grill design, airflow, starter instructions and fuel load affect the process.

Can I add more starter to revive the fire?

Never add starter to a burning or hot fire. Follow the grill and starter labels for safe shutdown and relighting.