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I have a problem with the ash from the previous burn preventing the new pellets from starting. It forms a little barrier which stops direct contact with the new pellets and this prevents the Yoder from starting.

I have to take the grill apart and clean it every use. It’s a dirty mess.

Does anyone have any ideas?

From the owners manual under Pre-Grill Checklist/Routine Maintenance

Perform the following services prior to each cooking session when the grill is cool:

3. Remove the burn grate from the firebox. Inspect and clean thoroughly. Make certain that the combustion holes in the burn grate and the igniter tube in the firebox are free of debris or ash build up. Visually inspect the air way between the combustion fan and the firebox to be certain that it is free and clear of ash and debris. (A shop vacuum works well for ash and debris removal.)

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Clean ash out of burn pot.

Thanks Herb. That should be included with the cookers. It would make things way easier and cleaner. I will modify mine.