Things You'll Need:
- Gas grill with propane cylinders
- Camp lighter
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Step 1
Check the propane cylinder's pressure. To make sure that the propane will ignite, there needs to actually be propane in the cylinders. Check the pressure gauge on the side of the cylinders near the hose. It should be above 20 percent, but below 80 percent. If it is within this range, you have the right amount of propane to cook with.
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Step 2
Release the gas. The propane cylinder's valve should be in the off position. Once you have all of your equipment ready and are set to grill, turn the gas valve clockwise. You will hear a hissing wound as the gas is released.
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Step 3
Use the igniter button. Almost all gas grills have an igniter button to make starting the grill safe and easy. Once the gas is flowing, press the igniter button. You may need to press it more than once, if the flame doesn't start automatically.
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Step 4
Ignite with a camp lighter. If either the igniter button doesn't work, or your grill does not have an igniter button, you must ignite the fire with a camp lighter. If you have had the gas running for several seconds, turn it off and let the grill air out for five minutes. Once it has aired out, turn the gas back on, and strike a flame with your camp lighter. Hold the flame of your lighter to the grill's burners on the inside of the grill. The grill should ignite immediately.
