Gas Range & Cooktop - Yellow Flames or Soot on Top Burners

If you are using LP (liquid propane) gas as the fuel source for your Gas Range or Cooktop and the gas flame on the burners is fully yellow, or if you have a buildup of soot or carbon around the burners, this is usually an indication of a problem with air flow or gas pressure, "bad" gas, or the orifices need to be changed.

Diagnosing Yellow Flames or Soot on Gas Surface Burners

The following videos explain the symptoms that indicate a Gas Range or Cooktop has not been converted for use with LP Gas.

View a Short Video About Soot and Yellow Flames and Sealed Burners

Video - Soot or Yellow Flames on Sealed Burners

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View a Short Video About Soot and Yellow Flames and Standard Burners

Video - Soot or Yellow Flames on Open Cooktop Burners

Additional Support

If you have this concern with the flames on the the top burners on your Gas Range or Cooktop, we recommend that you contact your gas supplier or call for service. For service, please schedule a repair appointment with GE Appliances Factory Service.