Auger runs continuosly.

Savagesickk · May 18, 2020

Hi All,

I picked up this pellet smoker second hand as it was returned with an Auger problem.
As soon as power is connected the Auger starts running. Doesn't matter what setting the dial is on, it just starts running.
I have pulled the wires apart and put them back together as per wiring diagram and still just keeps running.

Please if anyone has a solution to this problem or can point me in the right direction to find help I would be very happy. Really want to start cooking on this smoker.

Merc4183 · May 27, 2020

I see nobody has responded to you issue. I am having the same problem. Did you ever find out what was causing it?

Savagesickk · May 27, 2020

Hey @Merc4183 After speaking with pitboss for the 3rd time, they suggested that the problem could be the control panel. So I have ordered a new control panel and a new auger motor which should be arriving in the next fortnight. I will install the new parts and see if that fixes it.
I will post here with the answer

Clyde · Aug 20, 2020

Did you ever figure out the problem I’m having the same issue

MikeInFla · Aug 21, 2020

It could be a wiring issue, look in this thread https://www.pitbossforum.com/threads/austin-xl-auger-won’t-stop-feeding.364/#post-1825

If the wiring it wrong, reverse it. If it isn't the wiring it is the control panel, call Pit Boss and if under warranty (5 years) they will send another for free.

DaveXDm9 · Aug 21, 2020

Savagesickk said:
Hey @Merc4183 After speaking with pitboss for the 3rd time, they suggested that the problem could be the control panel. So I have ordered a new control panel and a new auger motor which should be arriving in the next fortnight. I will install the new parts and see if that fixes it.
I will post here with the answer

If it second hand I beleive you have a bad controller. I would make sure that the auger motor you bought is a 2 rpm not a 1.6 rpm.

Clyde · Mar 6, 2021

Savagesickk said:
Hi All,

I picked up this pellet smoker second hand as it was returned with an Auger problem.
As soon as power is connected the Auger starts running. Doesn't matter what setting the dial is on, it just starts running.
I have pulled the wires apart and put them back together as per wiring diagram and still just keeps running.

Please if anyone has a solution to this problem or can point me in the right direction to find help I would be very happy. Really want to start cooking on this smoker.

You need a new control panel I had the same problem