Fault guide • Gas Appliances

Weak or yellow gas flame

A normal flame is blue and steady. A yellow, weak or uneven flame around the burner can mean incomplete combustion and may leave soot on pans.

Last updated: 2026-11-02

Safety: If you smell gas: close the gas valve, open the windows, don't use any electrical switch or flame, leave the area and call Jordan's unified emergency number, 911.

Symptoms you may notice

  • Yellow or orange flame
  • Uneven flame around the burner
  • Soot on the bottom of pans

Possible causes

  • Blocked burner ports
  • Gas pressure or regulator issue
  • Dirty injector

Parts that may be involved

Burner headInjectorGas regulator

When should you stop using it?

Incomplete combustion can produce carbon monoxide. Keep the kitchen ventilated, and if you feel a headache or dizziness, turn the appliance off and get to fresh air.

Error codes linked to this fault

There are no verified error codes directly linked to this fault in our tables yet.

This is awareness information to help you understand and describe the problem, not a final diagnosis. We don't publish disassembly or repair steps; diagnosis requires a qualified technician to inspect the appliance.

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