Owner`s Manual
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1. Failure to install grease cup clip and cup Failure to install tank correctly may allow will cause hot grease to drip from bottom gas hose to be damaged in operation of grill with risk of fire or property damage 146 23680310 27 EMERGENCIES If a gas leak cannot be stopped or a fire occurs due to gas leakage call the fire department Problem Possible Cause Gas leaking from cracked cut burned hose Damaged hose e Mechanical failure due to rusting or Gas leaking from LP mishandling cylinder e Failure of cylinder valve from mishandling or mechanical failure Gas leaking from LP cylinder valve Gas leaking between LP Improper installation connection not cylinder and regulator tight failure of rubber seal connection Fire coming2. Spiders or small insects have been known to create flashback problems The spiders spin webs build nests and lay eggs in the grill s venturi tube s obstructing the flow of gas to the burner The backed up gas can ignite in the venturi behind the control panel This is known as a flashback and it can damage your grill and even cause injury To prevent flashbacks and ensure good performance the burner and venturi assembly should be removed from the grill and cleaned before use whenever the grill has been idle for an extended period Storing Your Grill e Clean cooking grates e Store in dry location e When LP cylinder is connected to grill store outdoors in a well ventilated space and out of reach of children e Cover grill if stored outdoors Choose from a variety of grill covers offered by manufacturer once available e Store grill indoors ONLY if LP cylinder is turned off and Disconnected remove from grill and stored outdoors e When removing grill from storage follow Cleaning the Burner Assembly instructions before starting grill 10 146 23680310 Cleaning the Burner Assembly Follow these instructions to clean and or replace parts of burner assembly or if you have trouble igniting grill 1 Turn gas off at control knobs and LP cylinder 2 Remove cooking grates and heat diffu
3. 22 146 23680310 Right Side Shelf Attach shelf to firebox as follows O Remove side burner grate from side burner before assembling and attaching the right side shelf O Attach fascia to right side shelf with 2 M5x10 screws and MS flat washers A O Hang right side shelf onto the brackets on right side of firebox o From inside to outside of firebox with 2 M6x13 screws and M compression washers B From outside to inside of firebox with 2 M6x13 screws C O Attach fascia to control panel with 1 M4x10 screw C 2 M5 flat washers Qty 2 pcs M5X10 screws Qty 2 pcs M6X13 screws Qty 4 pcs M6 compression washers Qty 2 pcs M4X10 screws Qty 1 pc 146 23680310 23 24 146 23680310 Side burner Ol Ol Loosen side burner in side shelf B To loosen unscrew and remove two front screws holding side burner in place A Note Do not loosen electrode screw Remove the 2 pre installed screws from the valve stem and set them aside C Insert valve stem through hole in fascia D Attach bezel to fa
4. Y o Ye mC Y Pin Axle Rod Nut ap Axle Washer p 146 23680310 19 Front Panels O E E E E Attach one front panel to lower half of cart with 4 M4x10 screws Attach another front panel to upper half of cart with 4 M4x10 screws Attach tank baffle to front panels and bottom shelf with 2 M4x10 screws Attach two front panels together in the center with 1 M4x10 screw Attach bottom front panel to cart in the center with 1 M4x10 screw M4X10 screws Qty 12 pcs 20 146 23680310 Grill Head to Cart a This step requires two people to lift and position grill head onto cart O Remove the tie wraps securing regulator hose to underside of grill head Pull hose and igniter wires out to side of grill head O Carefully lower the grill head onto the cart Make sure the regulator hose and igniter wires are hanging outside the cart Open lid and attach head to cart with 4 M6x1
5. the grill e Failure to follow the provided instruction can result in seriously bodily injury and or property damage e Some parts of this grill may have sharp edges Please wear suitable protective gloves e Use grill as purchased only with LP propane gas and the regulator valve assembly supplied e Grill installation must conform with local codes or in their absence of local codes with either the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code CSA B149 1 or Propane Storage and Handling Code B149 2 or the Standard for Recreational Vehicles ANSI A 119 2 NFPA 1192 and CSA Z240 RV Series Recreational Vehicle Code as applicable e All electrical accessories such as rotisserie must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22 1 Keep any electrical cords and or fuel supply hoses away from any hot surfaces e This grill is safety certified for use in the United States and or Canada only Do not modify for use in any other location Modification will result in a safety hazard IMPORTANT This grill is intended for outdoor use only and is not intended to be installed in or on recreational vehicles or boats NOTE TO INSTALLER Leave this User s Manual with the customer after delivery and or installation NOTE TO CONSUMER Leave this User s Manual in a convenient place for future refere
6. e Apartment Dwellers Check with management to learn the requirements and fire codes for using an LP gas grill in your apartment complex If allowed use outside on the ground floor with a three 3 foot clearance from walls or rails Do not use on or under balconies e NEVER attempt to light burner with lid closed A buildup of non ignited gas inside a closed grill is hazardous Never operate grill with LP cylinder out of correct position specified in assembly instructions e Always close LP cylinder valve and remove coupling nut before moving LP cylinder from specified operation position 8 146 23680310 Safety Tips Before opening LP cylinder valve check the coupling nut for tightness When grill is not in use turn off all control knobs and LP cylinder valve Never move grill while in operation or still hot Use long handled barbecue utensils and oven mitts to avoid burns and splatters Maximum load for sideburner and side shelf is 10 lbs The grease tray must be inserted into grill and emptied after each use Do not remove grease tray until grill has completely cooled gt gt gt gt gt gt gt Clean grill often preferably after each cookout If a bristle brush is used to clean any of the grill cooking surfaces ensure no loose bristles remain on cooking surfaces prior to grilling It is not recommended to clean cooking surfaces while grill is hot lf you notice grease or other hot material dripping
7. Dead battery e Replace with a new AAA size alkaline battery 28 146 23680310 Troubleshooting continued Problem Possible Cause Prevention Solution Burner s will not light ELECTRONIC IGNITION using igniter e No spark no ignition noise See Electronic e See Section Il of Electronic Ignition System Ignition e No spark some ignition noise Troubleshooting also e See Section Ill of Electronic Ignition System e Sparks but not at electrode or at full strength e See Section of Electronic Ignition System Burner s will not See GAS ISSUES on previous e Use long stem match fireplace match match light page e See Match Lighting section of Use and Care e Match will not reach Improper method of match lighting e Check for gas in LP cylinder Sudden drop in gas e Out of gas flow or low flame e Turn off knobs wait 30 seconds and light grill If flames are still low turn off knobs and LP cylinder valve Disconnect regulator Reconnect regulator and leak test Turn on LP cylinder valve wait 30 seconds and then light grill e Turn off knobs and LP cylinder valve Disconnect coupling nut from cylinder Reconnect and retry e Excess flow valve tripped e Vapor lock at coupling nut LP cylinder connection Flames blow out e High or gusting winds e Turn front of grill to face wind or increase flame height e Low on LP gas e Refill LP cylinder e Excess flow valve tripped e Refe
8. Step 1 Open shipping box by slicing down its edges with a box cutter take out hardware pack and manual from top Remove all packing material and parts from top and front of lid Right Side Panel Pre Assembly 14 146 23680310 BEFORE ASSEMBLY Step 2 Remove the left and right Styrofoam from Grill Head Open grill lid and take out the boxes Remove all packing material and take all parts out of boxes 146 23680310 15 BEFORE ASSEMBLY Step 3 Take our the Cooking Grates Warming Rack Grease Accumulate Panel Front panel Left Side Panel and Axle Rod from firebox 7 oo l a 16 146 23680310 ASSEMBLY CAREFULLY READ AND PERFORM ALL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES Tools Required Adjustable wrench not provided Screwdriver not provided 7 16 Combination wrench not provided The following hardware is provided in a blister pack for convenient use M4X10 screw AAA Battery Qty 28 pcs M5X10 screw Mg flat washer Qty 4 pcs Qty 4 pcs m M6X13 screw M6 compression washer Qty 16 pcs Qty 8 pcs qu 146 23680310 17 Bottom Shelf O Attach left side panel to left Frame marked L with 4 M4x10 screws to construct the Left Panel Assembly The Right Panel Assembly comes pre constructed O Attach sides of bottom shelf to left and right panel assemblies with 6 M4x10 screws Do not fully tighten at this time Cart will not be level This will
9. tank valve 6 146 23680310 Leak Testing Valves Hose and Regulator 1 Turn all grill control knobs to OFF 2 Be sure regulator is tightly connected to LP tank 3 Completely open LP tank valve by turning OPD hand wheel counterclockwise If you hear a rushing sound turn gas off immediately There is a major leak at the connection Correct before proceeding by calling Sears for replacement parts at 1 800 4 MY HOME 4 Brush soapy solution onto areas where bubbles are shown in picture below Hold coupling nut and regulator as shown for proper connection to LP tank valve A Never remove threaded orifice at end of valve _ a 6 Turn the coupling nut clockwise and tighten to a full stop The 9 regulator will seal on the back check feature in the LP tank valve resulting in some resistance An additional one half to three quarters turn is required to complete the connection Tighten by hand only do not use tools NOTE If you cannot complete the connection disconnect regulator and repeat steps 5 and 6 If you are still unable to complete the connection do not use this regulator Call 1 800 4 MY HOME for an identical replacement part ZN Dancer A e Do not insert any tool or foreign object into the valve outlet or safety relief valve You may damage the valve and cause a leak Leaking propane may result in explosion fire severe personal injury or death 5 If growing bubbles appear t
10. California to cause cancer birth defects and other reproductive harm This Product contains chemicals including lead and lead compounds known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash your hands after using this product 146 23680310 3 WARRANTY KENMORE GRILL WARRANTY Kenmore One Year Limited Warranty When installed operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions if this appliance fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date of purchase call 1 800 4 MY HOME to arrange for free repair or replacement if repair is unavailable For ten years from the date of purchase any burner that rusts through will be replaced free of charge After the first year from the date of purchase you are responsible for the labor cost to have it installed All warranty coverage excludes ignitor batteries and grill part paint loss discoloration or surface rusting which are either expendable parts that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period or are conditions that can be the result of normal use accident or improper maintenance All warranty coverage is void if this product is ever used for other than private household purposes This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship Sears will NOT pay for 1 Expendable items that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period including but not limited to
11. Thoroughly e Meat and poultry cooked on a grill often browns very fast on the outside Use a meat thermometer to be sure food has reached a safe internal temperature and cut into food to check for visual signs of doneness e Whole poultry should reach 180 F breasts 170 F Juices should run clear and flesh should not be pink e Hamburgers made of any ground meat or poultry should reach 160 F and be brown in the middle with no pink juices Beef veal and lamb steaks roasts and chops can be cooked to 145 F All cuts of pork should reach 160 F e NEVER partially grill meat or poultry and finish cooking later Cook food completely to destroy harmful bacteria e When reheating takeout foods or fully cooked meats like hot dogs grill to 165 F or until steaming hot WARNING To ensure that it is safe to eat food must be cooked to the minimum internal temperatures listed in the table below USDA Recommended Safe Minimum Internal Temperatures Beef Veal Lamb and Pork Whole Cuts Fish Beef Veal Lamb and Pork Ground Egg Dishes Turkey Chicken amp Duck Whole Pieces amp 165 F Ground United States Department of Agriculture Allow meat to rest three minutes before carving or consuming 146 23680310 11 PARTS LIST Part Number 40700040 40300101 40800023 50300024 40700125 40200085 50500015 Part Number 40800064 40800119 40800121 40800120 40800063 40300055 40700046 408001
12. be corrected when the front panels and wheels are installed M4X10 screws Qty lOpcs side panel Left Panel Assembly Bottom Shelf Right Panel Assembly 18 146 23680310 Cart O Turn cart upside down Align the bottom shelf side holes with leg holes O Attach sides of bottom shelf to four legs with 4 M6x13 screws Fully tighten all shelf screws top and bottom O Remove hitch pin nut and washer from axle Insert axle rod through a wheel through both right leg axle holes and through other wheel O Attach with 1 Axle washer nut and hitch pin Assemble wheels with cone side against legs O Hammer leg extenders onto lett legs M6X13 screws Qty 4 pcs
13. from grill determine the cause correct it then clean and inspect valve Keep ventilation openings in cylinder enclosure grill cart free and clear of debris Do not store objects or materials inside the grill cart enclosure that would block the flow of combustion air to the underside of either the control panel or the firebox bowl The regulator may make a humming or whistling noise during operation This will not affect safety or use of grill If you have a grill problem see the Troubleshooting Section If the regulator frosts turn off grill and LP cylinder valve immediately This indicates a problem with the cylinder and it should not be used on any product Return to supplier A caurion TA Putting out grease fires by closing the lid is not possible Grills are well ventilated for safety reasons e Do not use water on a grease fire Personal injury may result If a grease fire develops turn knobs and LP cylinder off Do not leave grill unattended while preheating or burning off food residue on HI If grill has not been regularly cleaned a grease fire can occur that may damage the product Burner Igniter Lighting ADo not lean over grill while lighting 1 Open lid during lighting 2 Turn on valve from source or tank 3 To ignite turn Ignition Burner knob to HI 4 Push and hold electronic ignition button You will hear a clicking sound from the electrodes 5 If ignition does not occur in 5 se
14. through control panel e Fire in burner tube section of burner due to blockage Grease fire or Prevention Solution e Turn off gas at LP cylinder or at source on natural gas systems If the hose is cracked or cut but not burned simply replace valve hose regulator If the hose is burned the cause could be other than a faulty valve hose regulator Discontinue use of grill until a plumber or gas technician has investigated and corrected the problem e Replace LP cylinder e Turn off LP cylinder valve Return LP cylinder to gas supplier e Turn off LP cylinder valve Remove regulator from cylinder and visually inspect rubber seal for damage See LP Cylinder Leak Test and Connecting Regulator to the LP Cylinder e Turn off control knobs and LP cylinder valve Leave lid open to allow flames to die down After fire is out and grill is cold remove burner and inspect for spider nests or rust See Spider Alert and Cleaning the Burner Assembly sections of this Use amp Care Guide e Turn off control knobs and LP cylinder valve Leave lid open to e Too much grease buildup in burner h allow flames to die down After cooling clean food particles and excess grease from inside firebox area grease tray and other surfaces continuous excessive flames above cooking curface Troubleshooting Possible Cause GAS ISSUES e Trying to light wrong burner Problem Prevention Solution l l e See instructions on control pane
15. to remove moisture on electrode and or in e Electrode s cracked burner ports or broken sparks appear where e Inspect electrodes for Replace cracked or broken electrodes cracked cracks 30 146 23680310
16. 22 Qty Description Side Burner Lid E O lt Warming Rack Cooking Grate Cooking Grate Side Burner gnitor Wire Side Burner Control Panel 50500016 50500033 Gas Valve Main Burner 40900205 40700059 m rene manne UN S ooa e foore S E m setro a S ooo S o feor S O o MONETA EU os o feoai 2 r e emaa e ooe e feasa E EI e emae e EC CS EL S oo m cerro 0 oono S a Seea LE oaoa e mse E CTE ence S o m ron o E AITOR E o o men ECON j oe j a Geser O E oo a mea o EA os e Seoses ET ro afe o EAN ETNIA E E Description Qty 1 5 Side Burner Base Right Side Shelf Fascia Right Side Shelf K 2 3 3 3 3 Electronic Ignition Module 3 3 ey 8 29 0 31 2 3 4 5 6 37 Not Pictured Hardware Pack pro 50500049 If you are missing hardware or have damaged parts after unpacking grill call 1 888 287 0735 tor replacement To order replacement parts after using grill call 1 800 4 MY HOME NOTE Some grill parts shown in the assembly steps may differ slightly in appearance from those on your particular grill model However the method of assembly remains the same 12 146 23680310 PARTS DIAGRAM 146 23680310 13 BEFORE ASSEMBLY READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW TO CORRECTLY UNPACK GRILL PARTS FROM SHIPPING BOX
17. 3 screws and M compression washers M6X13 screws Qty 4 pcs M6 compression washers Qty 4 pcs 146 23680310 21 Left Side Shelf O Attach fascia to left side shelf with 2 M5x10 screws and MS flat washers A O Hang shelf onto brackets on left side of firebox O Attach shelf to firebox as follows From inside to outside of firebox with 2 M6x13 screws and M6 compression washers B From outside to inside of firebox with 2 M6x13 screws C O Attach fascia to control panel with 1 M4x10 screw C O M5X10 screws Qty 2 pcs M5 flat washers Qty 2 pcs M X13 screws Qty 4 pcs M6 compression washers Qty 2 pcs M4X10 screws Qty 1 pc
18. Use amp Care Guide Manual de Uso y Cuidado English Espa ol Model Modelo 146 23680310 Items Art culo 640 05057375 7 Kenmore Liquid Propane Gas Grill Parrilla de LP gas P N 50500050 Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www kenmore com www sears com www kmart com ZN DANGER If you smell gas Shut off gas to the appliance Extinguish any open flame Open lid If odor continues keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department UN WARNING MN 1 Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity of this or any other appliance 2 An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Call Grill Service Center For Help And Parts If you have questions or need assistance during assembly please call 1 888 287 0735 You will be speaking to a representative of the grill manufacturer and not a Sears employee To order new parts call Sears at 1 800 4 MY HOME Product Record IMPORTANT Fill out the product record information below Model Number Serial Number See rating label on grill for serial number Date Purchased AN CAUTION _ 1 For residential use only Do not use for commercial cooking 2 146 23680310 Installation Safety Precautions e Please read this User s Manual in its entirety before using
19. batteries light bulbs and surface coatings or finishes 2 A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation operation or maintenance 3 A service technician to clean or maintain this product 4 Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed operated or maintained according to the all instructions supplied with the product 5 Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident abuse misuse or use for other than its intended purpose 6 Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents cleaners chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product 7 Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product Disclaimer of implied warranties Limitation of remedies customer s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as provided herein Implied warranties including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law Sears shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitation on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you This warranty applies only while this appliance is us
20. cap and strap supplied with valve during use transit or storage e Leak test new and exchanged LP tanks BEFORE connecting to grill LP Tank Leak Test 7 For your safety a iti ml a OPD Hand Wheel e Leak test must be repeated each time LP tank is exchanged or refilled Do not smoke during leak test e Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks e Grill must be leak tested outdoors in a well ventilated area away from ignition sources such as gas fired or electrical appliances During leak test keep grill away from open flames or sparks e Use a clean paintbrush and a 50 50 mild soap and water solution Brush soapy solution onto areas indicated by arrows in figure below Leaks are indicated by growing bubbles Strap and Cap Type 1 outlet with thread on outside Safety Relief Valve Do not insert a POL transport plug plastic part with external threads into the type 1 valve outlet lt will defeat the Safety Relief Valve feature ABS O ANI If growing bubbles appear do not use or move the LP tank Contact an LP gas supplier or your fire department 5 Hold regulator and insert nipple into LP tank valve Hand tighten the coupling nut holding regulator in a straight line with LP tank valve so as not to crossth thread the connection A Do not use household cleaning agents Damage to the gas train components valve hose regulator can result Nipple has to be centered into the LP
21. conds turn the burner controls OFF wait 5 minutes and repeat the lighting procedure 6 To ignite any other Main Burner turn knob to HI 7 To ignite the Side Burner follow steps 3 5 using the Side Burner knob If igniter does not work follow Match Lighting instructions WARNING Turn controls and gas source or tank OFF when not in use A CAUTION _ A If ignition does NOT occur in 5 seconds turn the burner controls OFF wait 5 minutes and repeat the lighting procedure If the burner does not ignite with the valve open gas will continue to flow out of the burner and could ignite with risk of injury Match Lighting Do not lean over grill while lighting 1 Open lid during lighting 2 Place match into match holder hanging on left front leg Light match place into lighting hole on left side of firebox 3 Turn right knob to HI position Be sure burner lights and stay lit 4 Light other burners by repeating step 3 Sideburner Match Lighting 1 Open sideburner lid Turn on gas at LP cylinder 2 Place lit match near burner 3 Turn sideburner knob to HI Be sure burner lights and stays lit Burner Flame Check e Remove cooking grates and heat diffusers Light burners turn knobs from HI to LO You should see a smaller flame in LO position than seen on HI Perform burner flame check on sideburner also Always check flame prior to each use If only low flame is seen refer to Sudden flame drop
22. ed in the United States This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 4 146 23686310 USE AND CARE LP Cylinder The LP cylinder used with your grill must meet the following requirements DAN ej R e Use LP cylinders only with these required measurements 12 30 5cm diameter x 18 45 7 cm tall with 20 Ib 9 kg Capacity maximum e LP cylinders must be constructed and marked in accordance with specifications for LP cylinders of the U S Department of Transportation DOT or for Canada CAN CSA B339 cylinders soheres and tubes for transportation of dangerous goods Transport Canada TC See LP cylinder collar for marking NEVER store a spare LP cylinder under or near the appliance or in an enclosed area e LP cylinder valve must have e Type outlet compatible with regulator or grill e Safety relief valve e UL listed Overfill Protection Device OPD This OPD safety OPD Hand Wheel feature is identified by a unique triangular hand wheel Use only LP cylinders equipped with this type of valve e LP cylinder must be arranged for vapor withdrawal and include collar to protect LP cylinder valve Always keep LP Never fill a cylinder beyond 80 full cylinders in upright position during use transit or storage e If the information in the two points above is not followed exactly a
23. ervice and no charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs Y Product replacement up to 1500 if your covered product can t be fixed WI Discount of 25 from regular price of service and related installed parts not covered by the agreement also 25 off regular price of preventive maintenance check Y Fast help by phone we call it Rapid Resolution phone support from a Sears representative Think of us as a talking owner s manual Once you purchase the Repair Protection Agreement a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service You can call anytime day or night or schedule a service appointment online The Repair Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase If you cancel for any reason during the product warranty period we will provide a full refund Or a prorated refund anytime after the product warranty period expires Purchase your Repair Protection Agreement today Some limitations and exclusions apply For prices and additional information in the U S A call 1 800 827 6655 Coverage in Canada varies on some items For full details call Sears Canada at 1 800 361 6665 Sears Installation Service For Sears professional installation of home appliances garage door openers water heaters and other major home items in the U S A call 1 800 4 MY HOME WARNING ZN CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 1 Combustion by products produced when using this product contain chemicals known to the State of
24. f firebox from back Make sure the grease drainage hole is on the right side as seen from the back of the grill A O Hang grease cup clip from bottom of grease tray Place grease cup into grease cup clip B O Attach back brace to top of cart with 4 M4x10 screws C 26 146 23680310 O LP tank is sold separately Use only with an OPD Overfill Protection Device equipped LP tank Fill and leak check before attaching to grill and regulator Place LP tank into hole in bottom shelf with tank collar opening facing to the left as seen from the back of the grill Raise tank holder to hold LP tank securely in place O Feed the regulator hose through the hose bracket on Right Front Leg and fix with cotter pin
25. fire causing death or serious injury may occur e An overfilled or improperly stored cylinder is a hazard due to possible gas release from the safety relief valve This could cause an intense fire with risk of property damage serious injury or death e If you see smell or hear gas escaping immediately get away from the LP cylinder and appliance and call your fire department LP cylinder in upright position for vapor withdrawal LP Liquefied Petroleum Gas e LP gas is nontoxic odorless and colorless when produced For Your Safety LP gas has been given an odor similar to rotten cabbage so that it can be smelled e LP gas is highly flammable and may ignite unexpectedly when mixed with air LP Tank Removal Transport And Storage e Turn OFF all control knobs and LP tank valve Turn coupling nut counterclockwise by hand only do not use tools to disconnect Lift LP tank wire upward off of LP tank collar then lift LP tank up and off of support bracket Install safety cap onto LP tank valve Always use cap and strap supplied with valve Failure to use safety cap as directed may result in serious LP Cylinder Filling personal injury and or property damage e Use only licensed and experienced dealers e LP dealer must purge new cylinder before filling e Dealer should NEVER fill LP cylinder more than 80 of LP cylinder volume Volume of propane in cylinder will vary by temperature e A frosty regulator indicates gas overfill I
26. here is a leak Close LP tank valve immediately and retighten connections If leaks cannot be stopped do not try to repair Call for replacement parts at 1 800 4 MY HOME AN WARN l N G AN 6 Always close LP tank valve after performing leak test by turning hand wheel clockwise Outdoor gas appliance is not intended to be installed in or ona boat Outdoor gas appliance is not intended to be installed in or on an RV Never attempt to attach this grill to the self contained LP gas system of a camper trailer or motor home Do not use grill until leak tested If a leak is detected at any time STOP and call the fire department e f you cannot stop a gas leak immediately close LP cylinder valve and call LP gas supplier or your fire department 146 23680310 7 WARNING AN For Safe Use of Your Grill and to Avoid Serious Injury e Do not let children operate or play near grill e Keep grill area clear and free from materials that burn e Do not block holes in sides or back of grill e Use grill only in well ventilated space NEVER use in enclosed space such as carport garage porch covered patio or under an overhead structure of any kind e Do not use charcoal or ceramic briquets in a gas grill e Use grill at least 3 ft from any wall or surface Maintain 10 ft clearance to objects that can catch fire or to sources of ignition such as pilot lights on water heaters live electrical appliances etc
27. l and in Use and Care section Burner s will not light using igniter See Electronic e Burner not engaged with control Ignition valve Troubleshooting also e Make sure valves are positioned inside of burner tubes e Ensure burner tubes are not obstructed with spider webs or ey ns other matter See cleaning section of Use and Care e Obstruction in burner Continued on next ade e Make sure LP cylinder is not empty If LP cylinder is not empty No gas flow refer to Sudden drop in gas flow e Vapor lock at coupling nut to LP e Turn off knobs and disconnect coupling nut from LP cylinder cylinder Reconnect and retry e Coupling nut and LP cylinder valve not e Turn the coupling nut approximately one half to three quarters fully connected additional turn until solid stop Tighten by hand only do not use tools e Electrode cracked or broken sparks Replace electrode s at crack e Electrode tip not in proper position sat A ade bunei e Tip of electrode should be pointing toward gas port opening on burner The distance should be 1 8 to 1 4 Adjust if necessary e Wire and or electrode covered with cooking residue e Wires are loose or disconnected e Wires are shorting sparking between igniter and electrode e Clean wire and or electrode with rubbing alcohol and clean swab e Reconnect wires or replace electrode wire assembly Replace igniter wire electrode assembly
28. mmediately close LP cylinder valve and call local LP gas dealer for assistance e Do not release liquid propane LP gas into the atmosphere This is a hazardous practice e To remove gas from LP cylinder contact an LP dealer or call a local tire department for assistance Check the telephone directory under Gas Companies for nearest certified LP dealers a Retainer Strap e A disconnected LP tank in storage or being transported must have a safety cap installed as shown Do not store an LP tank in enclosed spaces such as a carport garage porch covered patio or other building Never leave an LP tank inside a vehicle which may become overheated by the sun e Do not store an LP tank in an area where children play 146 23680310 5 LP Tank Exchange Connecting Regulator To The LP Tank e Many retailers that sell grills offer you the option of replacing l LP tank must be properly secured onto grill Refer to your empty LP tank through an exchange service Use only those assembly section reputable exchange companies that inspect precision fill test 2 Turn all control knobs to the OFF position and certify their cylinders Exchange your tank only for an OPD 3 Turn LP tank OFF by turning OPD hand wheel clockwise to a safety feature equipped tank as described in the LP Tank full stop section of this manual 4 Remove the protective cap from LP tank valve Always use e Always keep new and exchanged LP tanks in upright position
29. nce Safety Symbols The symbols and boxes shown below explain what each heading means Read and follow all of the messages found throughout the manual AMI WN DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates an potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury DAT CAUTION N CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or unsafe practice which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury TABLE OF CONTENTS For Your Safety 2 Grill Service Center ee Product Record Information 2 Installation Safety Precautions ee Safety Symbols 2 Kenmore Grill Warranty 4 Use and Care co BM Parts List 2 12 Parts Diagram 13 Before Assembly 14 16 Assembly 17 27 Troubleshooting 28 30 Repair Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart purchase Your new Kenmore product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation But like all products it may require repair from time to time That s when having a Repair Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement now and protect yourself trom unexpected hassle and expense Here s what the Repair Protection Agreement includes Y Expert service by our 10 000 professional repair specialists Y Unlimited s
30. or low flame in the Troubleshooting Section HI Turning Grill Off e Turn all knobs to OFF position Turn LP cylinder off by turning Igniter Check e Turn gas off at LP cylinder Press and hold electronic igniter button Clicking should be heard and spark seen each time between collector box or burner and electrode See Troubleshooting if no click or spark Valve Check e Important Make sure gas is off at LP cylinder before checking valves Knobs lock in OFF position To check valves first push in knobs and release knobs should spring back If knobs do not spring back replace valve assembly before using grill Turn knobs to LOW position then turn back to OFF position Valves should turn smoothly Hose Check e Before each use check to see if hoses are cut or worn Replace damaged hoses before using grill Use only valve hose regulator as specified in the parts list of this Use amp Care Guide General Grill Cleaning e Do not mistake brown or black accumulation of grease and smoke for paint Interiors of gas grills are not painted at the factory and should never be painted Apply a strong solution of detergent and water or use a grill cleaner with scrub brush on insides of grill lid and bottom Rinse and allow to completely air dry Do not apply a caustic grill oven cleaner to painted surfaces e Porcelain surfaces Because of glass like composition most residue can be wiped away with baking soda water solution or
31. r to Sudden drop in gas flow above Flare up Grease buildup e Clean burners and inside of grill firebox e Excessive fat in meat e Trim fat from meat before grilling e Excessive cooking temperature e Adjust lower temperature accordingly Persistent grease fire Grease trapped by food buildup e Turn knobs to OFF Turn gas off at LP cylinder Leave lid in around burner system position and let fire burn out After grill cools remove and clean all parts Flashback e Burner and or burner tubes are e Turn knobs to OFF Clean burner and or burner tubes See tire in burner tube s blocked burner cleaning section of Use and Care Unable to fill LP Some dealers have older fill nozzles e The worn nozzles don t have enough bite to engage the cylinder with worn threads valve Try a second LP dealer One burner does e Grease buildup or food particles in e Clean carry over tube s with wire brush not light from end s of carryover tube s other burner s 146 23680310 29 Troubleshooting Electronic Ignition Problem Possible Cause Check Item Prevention Solution SECTION Battery not installed e Check battery orientation Install battery make sure that and No sparks appear at properly connectors are oriented correctly with end any electrodes when up and end down control knob turned Dead battery e Has battery been used to HI no noise can previo
32. scia and valve face with previously removed 2 screws Attach bezel with black mark facing up E Place side burner tube over the valve making sure that valve is inside side burner tube F Push control knob onto side burner valve stem G Reattach side burner to side burner shelf with the 2 previously removed screws Replace side burner grate H Connect both igniter wires to the igniter module on the inside of the right fascia To connect push igniter wire tips onto pins in igniter module I Unscrew igniter cap from control panel Insert 1 AAA battery provided in blister pack into battery slot with positive end facing outward Screw igniter cap back onto panel J Side Burner A Heat Diffusers Cooking Grates and Warming Rack O Place heat diffusers over burners Diffusers will fit in firebox in either direction Fit tabs in firebox front through slots in diffuser tips Fit diffuser tips inside tabs in firebox rear O Place cooking grates onto grate rests O Insert warming rack into brackets at top of firebox as shown 146 23680310 25 Grease Tray Grease Cup and Back Brace O Slide grease tray into bottom o
33. sers 3 Remove cotter pin from rear of burners 4 Carefully lift each burner up and away from valve openings We suggest three ways to clean the burner tubes Use the one easiest for you A Bend a stiff wire a light weight coat hanger works well into a small hook Run the hook through each burner tube several times cc B Use a narrow bottle brush with a flexible handle do not use a brass wire brush run the brush through each burner tube several times C Wear eye protection Use an air hose to force air into the burner tube and out the burner ports Check each port to make sure air comes out each hole 5 Wire brush entire outer surface of burner to remove food residue and dirt 6 Clean any blocked ports with a stiff wire such as an open paper clip 7 Check burner for damage due to normal wear and corrosion some holes may become enlarged If any large cracks or holes are found replace burner VERY IMPORTANT Burner tubes must reengage valve openings See illustrations below 8 Carefully replace burners 9 Attach burners to brackets with cotter pin 10 Reposition carryover tubes and attach to burners Replace heat diffusers and cooking grates F Indirect Cooking Poultry and large cuts of meat cook slowly to perfection on the grill by indirect heat Place food over unlit burner s the heat from lit burners circulates gently throughout the grill cooking meat or poultry without the touch of a direc
34. specially formulated cleaner Use nonabrasive scouring powder for stubborn stains e Painted surfaces Wash with mild detergent or nonabrasive cleaner and warm soapy water Wipe dry with a soft nonabrasive cloth e Stainless steel surfaces To maintain your grill s high quality appearance wash with mild detergent and warm soapy water and wipe dry with a soft cloth after each use Baked on grease deposits may require the use of an abrasive plastic cleaning pad Use only in direction of brushed finish to avoid damage Do not use abrasive pad on areas with graphics e Cooking surfaces If a bristle brush is used to clean any of the grill cooking surfaces ensure no loose bristles remain on cooking surfaces prior to grilling It is not recommended to clean cooking surfaces while grill is hot 146 23680310 9 A CAUTON A SPIDER ALERT IMPORTANT Always ensure that the venturi burner tubes are clean A venturi burner tube has a narrow area in which spiders tend to build nests If you notice that your grill is getting hard to light or that the flame isn t as strong as it should be take the time to check and clean the venturi s
35. t flame This method greatly reduces flare ups when cooking extra fatty cuts because there is no direct flame to ignite the fats and juices that drip during cooking 1 Burner Cooking Cook with direct or indirect heat Best for smaller meals or foods Consumes less fuel Indirect Cooking Instructions e Always cook with the lid closed e Due to weather conditions cooking times may vary During cold and windy conditions the temperature setting may need to be increased to insure sufficient cooking temperature e Place food over over unlit burner s 2 Burner Cooking Great indirect cooking on low Produces slow even heating Ideal for slow roasting and baking Food Safety Food safety is a very important part of enjoying the outdoor cooking experience To keep food safe from harmful bacteria follow these four basic steps Clean Wash hands utensils and surfaces with hot soapy water before and after handling raw meat and poultry Separate Separate raw meats and poultry from ready to eat foods to avoid cross contamination Use a clean platter and utensils when removing cooked foods Cook Cook meat and poultry thoroughly to kill bacteria Use a thermometer to ensure proper internal food temperatures Chill Refrigerate prepared foods and leftovers promptly For more information call USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1 800 535 4555 In Washington DC 202 720 3333 10 00 am 4 00 pm EST How To Tell If Meat Is Grilled
36. usly e Replace battery with new AAA size alkaline be heard from spark battery module Button assembly not e Check to insure threads are installed properly properly engaged Button e Unscrew button cap assembly and reinstall should travel up and down making sure threads are aligned and engaged without binding fully e Faulty spark module e lf no sparks are generated Replace spark module assembly with new battery and good wire connections module is faulty SECTION II No sparks appear at any electrodes when control knob turned to HI noise can be heard trom spark module e Output lead e Are output connections e Remove and reconnect all output connections not on and tight connections at module and electrodes connected SECTION III Output lead e Are output connections on Remove and reconnect all output connections Sparks are present connections not and tight at module and electrodes but not at all connected electrodes and or not at full strength e Electrical arc e If possible observe grill in e f sparks are observed other than from between output wires dark location Operate burner s wire insulation may be damaged and grill frame ignition system and look for Replace wires arcing between output wires and grill frame e Weak battery All sparks present but e Replace battery with a new AAA size weak or at slow rate alkaline battery e Electrodes are wet e Has moisture accumulated Use paper towel
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