Kenmore 141.168600 User Manual

Owner's Manual

Liquid Propane Gas Grill

Model 141,168600

Natural Gas Grill

Model 141.178600

A WARNING:

Read this Owner's Manual carefully and be sure your gas grill is properly assembled, installed and maintained. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage. This gas 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 Owner's Manual with the consumer after delivery and/or installation.

Note to Consumer: Leave this Owner's Manual in a convenient place for future reference.

Manufacturer's Customer Service Helpline: If there are damaged or missing parts when you unpack this unit from the shipping box, or you have questions about assembly, call us Sam - 8pm CST, Monday through Friday at.

1-888-317-7642

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

P47A1A - Date:01/10/2001

Table of Contents Read These Safety Instructions

Warranty..............................................................2

Safety Instructions.............................................2

Pre-Assembly Instructions

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4 Hardware, Parts Diagram and Lists...5

Assembly Instructions.......................................9

Lighting Instructions

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Cleaning and Maintenance Instructions . 19

Frequently Asked Questions Cooking Instructions

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Cooking Guide and Recipes

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Kenmore Elite Grill Warranty

Full 1-Year Warranty on Grill For one year from the date of purchase Sears will repair or replace, at our option, any grill part (except for paint loss and ignitor battery) that is defective in material or workmanship.

Limited Warranty on Selected Grill Parts From one year after the date of purchase for the designated time periods listed below, Sears will replace the following grill parts if they are defec tive in material or workmanship. You will be charged for labor.

• Lifetime of Grill: Exterior Stainless Steel Parts,

Aluminum Castings (except for paint loss)

• 2 Years: Flame Tamers, Cooking Grids. Burners

• 4 Years: All Other Grill Parts (except ignitor battery)

Awarning

Combustion by-products produced when using this product contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Awarning

Failure to comply with these instructions could result in a fire or explosion that could cause serious bodily injury, death, or property damage.

Grill Installation Codes This gas grill must be installed in accordance with

all local codes. In areas without local codes,

follow the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas

Code ANSI Z223.1. In Canada, installation must

conform to standard CAN/CGA 1b149.1 or 1-

b149.2 (Installation Code for Gas Burning Appli ances and Equipment) and all local codes.

Correct LP Gas Tank Use

LP gas grill models are designed for use with a standard 20 lb. Liquid Propane Gas (LP gas) tank, not included with grill box. Never connect your gas grill to an LP gas tank that exceeds this capacity. A tank of approximately 12 inches

in diameter by 18-1/2 inches high is the maxi

mum size LP gas tank to use. We recommend

buying an ’’OPD" gas tank which offers an Overfill

Prevention Device. This safety feature prevents

the tank from being overfilled which can cause

malfunction of the LP gas tank, regulator and/or

grill.

Warranty Service Warranty service is available by contacting your

nearest Sears Service Center.

Warranty Restrictions

• This warranty is void if grill is used for com mercial or rental purposes,

• This warranty applies only when the grill is

used 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, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

The LP gas tank must be constructed and

marked in accordance with specifications of the U.S. Dept, of Transportation (DOT), In Canada,

the LP gas tank must meet the Canadian Trans

portation and Communications (CTC) specifications. Also be sure:

1. The LP gas tank has a shutoff valve, termi

nating in an LP gas supply tank valve outlet, that is compatible with a Type 1 tank con nection device. The LP gas tank must also have a safety relief device that has a direct communication with the vapor space of the tank.

2. The tank supply system must be arranged

for vapor withdrawal.

3. The LP gas tank used must have a collar

to protect the tank valve.

Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Pioftr Placement and Clearance of Grill New use your gas grill in a garage, porch, shed, breereway or any other enclosed area. Your gas grill is to beiised outdoors only, at least 24 inches from the

badk and side of any combustible surface. Your gasgrill should not be placed under any surface that will bum. Do not obstruct the flow of ventilation

air around the gas grill housing. Thisoutdoor gas grill is not intended to be installed in

or OB recreation a I vehicles and/or boats.

Awarning

Riiture to comply with these instructions oauld result in a fire or explosion that oMild cause serious bodily injury, death, or property damage.

Never connect an unregulated LP gas tank to jour gas grill. The gas regulator assembly supplied with your gas grill is adjusted to have

an outlet pressure of 11" water column (W.C.)

fcr connection to an LP gas tank. Only use the regulator and hose assembly supplied with your gas grill. Replacement

■gulators and hose assemblies must be those

^cified by Sears.

Have your LP gas tank filled by a reputable

pepane gas dealer and visually inspected and

K-qualified at each filling.

Ifever fill the gas tank beyond 80% full.

Have your propane gas dealer check the

release valve after every filling to ensure that

1 remains free of defects.

^ays keep LP gas tanks in an upright

pisition.

Do not store {or use) gasoline or other flammable repors and liquids in the vicinity of this gas grill.

An LP gas tank that is not connected for use must

not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other gas grill.

Do not subject the LP gas tank to excessive heat. Never store an LP gas tank indoors. If you store your gas grill in the garage or other indoor location, always disconnect the LP gas

tank first and store it safely outside.

LP gas tanks must be stored outdoors in a well-ventilated area. Disconnected LP gas tanks must not be stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed area.

your gas grill is not in use the gas

Bi .it be turned off at the LP gas tank. The regulator and hose assembly must be inspected before each use of the grill. If there is excessive abrasion or wear or if the hose is cut. it must be replaced prior to the grill being used again. Keep the gas regulator hose away from bot grill surfaces and dripping grease.

Avoid unnecessary twisting of hose. Visually mspect hose prior to each use for cuts, cracks, excessive wear or other damage. If the hose appears damaged do not use the

gas grill. Call Sears at 1-800-4-MY-HOME for a Sears authorized replacement hose. Never light your gas grill with the lid closed or before checking to insure the burner tubes are fully seated over the gas valve orifices.

Never allow children to operate your grill. Do not allow children to play near your grill.

Awarning

A strong gas smell, or the hissing sound of

gas indicates a serious problem with your gas grill or the LP gas tank. Failure to immediately follow the steps listed below could result in a fire or explosion that could cause serious bodily injury, death, or prop erty damage.

Shut off gas supply to the gas grill. Turn the control knobs to OFF position. Put out any flame with a fire extinguisher.

Open grill lid. Get away from the LP gas tank. Do not try to fix the problem yourself. If odor continues or you have a fire you

cannot extinguish, call your fire department.

Do not call near the LP gas tank

because your telephone is an electrical device and could create a spark resulting in fire and/or explosion.

CAUTION: BEWARE OF FLASH-BACK

CAUTION: Spiders and small insects occa sionally spin webs or make nests in the grill burner tubes during transit and warehousing.

These webs can lead to a gas flow ob struction which could result in a fire in and around the burner tubes. This type of fire is

known as a "FLASH-BACK" and can cause

serious damage to your grill and create an

unsafe operating condition for the user.

Aithough an obstructed burner tube is not the only cause of "FLASH-BACK", it is the

most common cause.

To reduce the chance of "FLASH-BACK", you must clean the burner tubes before assembling your grill, and at least once a

month in late summer or early fall when

spiders are most active. Also perform this

burner tube cleaning procedure if your grill has not been used for an extended period

of time.

Pre-Assembly Instructions

To reduce the chance of "FLASH-BACK" (see CAUTION on page 3) clean the burner tubes and burners before fully assembling your grill. Remove the cotter pin from the rear underside of each burner using a pair of long nose pliers. Carefully lift each burner up and away from the gas valve orifice, then refer to Figure 1 and perform one of these three cleaning methods:

Bend a stiff wire, (a lightweight coat hanger

works well) into a small hook as shown

below. Run the hook through the burner tube and inside the burner several times to remove any debris.

2. Use a bottle brush with a flexible handle. Run the brush through the burner tube and inside the burner several times, removing any debris.

3. Use an air hose to force air through each burner tube. The forced air should pass debris or obstructions through the burner and out the

ports.

Awarning

The location of the burner tube with respect to the orifice is vital for safe operation.

Check to ensure the orifice is inside of the burner tube before using your gas grill. See Fig. 2. If the burner tube does not fit over the valve orifice, lighting the burner may

cause explosion and/or fire.

Figure 2

GAS VALVE ASSEMBLY

Figure 1

TO CLEAN BURNER TUBE,

INSERT HOOK HERE

Tools Required for Assembly

• Size 2 Phillips screwdriver

• Size 4 Phillips screwdriver

• Adjustable wrench

• Long nose pliers

• Open-end wrench, 11/16" size

• Protective work gloves

• Eye protection

GAS COLLECTOR BOX

Contents for Hardware Pack (Part #P55E9A)

The following table illustrates a breakdown of the hardware pack. It highlights whgt components are used

in the various stages of assembly.

Ref.

H005 H008

H001

H002 H003

H005

H008 H005

H008 1/4" Nut H007 H006 H005

H008 H005

H008 H005 H012

H009 1/4" Lock Nut

Component Qty. to Use 1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw

1/4" Nut 3/8" Wheel Bolt

Spring Washer 3/8" Nut

1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw 1/4" Nut

1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw

M4x6mm Phillips Head Screw

1/4"x5/8" Part-Threaded Bolt 1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw

1/4" Nut

1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw 1/4" Nut

1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw 1/4"x1-3/8" Phillips Head Screw

Purpose of Components

4 4

2 2 2

3 3

7 7

4 4

4 4 2

2 2

2 4

Install Bottom Shelf To Cart Legs

Install Wheels To Cart Legs

Install Rear Panel To Cart

Install Top Panel To Cart

Install Door Stops To Cart

Install Door Handles To Doors Install Doors To Cart Install Pressure Cylinder Holder To Cart

(LPG only) Install Tank Guide To Cart (LPG only)

Restrict Drawer From Being Pulled Out Too' Far Install Grill Head To Cart

H004 P0239A P5589A P8080A

H015

H016

H013

H014

H005

1/4"x3/4" Phillips Head Screw Door Handle Magnetic Door Stop

AA Battery

M6 Phillips Head Screw M6 Nut

Ml 8x1.5 Nut

M8X1.25 Nut

1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw

8 2 2

2 2

Install Side Shelf and Side Burner To Cart Install To Front Doors Install To Cart Install To Electric Ignitor Install Tool Holder To Side Shelf

Install Pressure Cylinder To Pressure Cylinder Guide (LPG only)

Install Tank Hook To Pressure Cylinder (LPG only)

Install Rear Wind Shield To Bowl Side Panel

Actual Size and Quantity of Each Hardware Piece:

3/8" Wheel Bolt Qty. 2 Ref. # H001

1/4"x3/4" Phillips 1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw Qty. 8 Ref. # H004 Ref # H005

Door Handle Part # P0239A Qty. 2 Scale T.2

Head Screw Qty. 28 (4 for LPG)

Spring Washer Qty. 2

Ref # H002

1/4"x5/8" PartThreaded Bolt Qty. 4 Ref # H006 Ref. # H007

______

Magnetic Door Stop Part # P5589A Qty. 2 Scale 1:2

M4x6mm Phillips Head Screw Qty. Qty. 4 Ref.

3/8" Nut Qty. 2 Ref # H003

“Tl1 1! ffi

WWW

M6 Phillips Head Screw Qty. 2

Ref # H015(packed with Toot Holder)

1/4" Nut

22 # H008

AA Battery Part # P8080A Qty. 1 Scale 1:2

1/4" Lock Nut Qty. Ref. # H009

N118x1.5 Nut Qty. 1 (for LPG)

Ref # H013(attached

to Pressure Cylinder)

M8X1.25 Nut Qty. 1 (for LPG) Ref. # H014(attached to Pressure Cylinder)

M6 Nut Qty. 2

Ref # H016(packed

with Tool Holder)

Qty. 4 Ref # HOI 2

Parts Diagram

Remove all components from the packing carton and place within easy reach. Do not throw the shipping carton away; instead use it as an elevated assembly surface, ^

LPG = Liquid Propane Gas ^ NG = Natural Gas

-----------

(lpg^4. ^ '

(LPG-W (»«“w ft

(NG only)

30b

(forNG)

REF#

7. 8,

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

16.

17.

18.

19.

20.

21.

22.

23.

24. 25a. 25b, 25c,

26.

27.

28,

29. 30a. 30b.

31.

32.

33.

34.

35.

36.

37.

38.

39.

40.

41.

42.

Parts List

DESCRIPTION PART# QTY

Lid - Stainless Steel Lid Side Panel - Left Lid Side Panel - Right Temperature Gauge Name Plate

Lid Handle Stainless Steel Cooking Rack Stainless Steel Cooking Grid Stainless Steel Flame Tamer Burner Support Bracket

Burner - main

Gas Collector Box w/ Electrode

Ignition Wire Set Bowl Panel - Left Bowl Pane! - Right Bowl Panel - Rear Bowl Panel - Front Heat Shield Gas Valve Assembly - main

LPG NG

Gas Manifold Electric Ignitor Control Panel Control Knob Control Knob Seat Strainer Assembly Ice Bucket Insulation Bucket Grease Draining Tray Grease Receptacle Insert Plate - Stainless Steel Side Shelf Side Burner Body-outer (for LPG) Side Burner Body-outer (for NG) P1137B Bottom Shelf of Cabinet Cart Legs - Castor Side Cart Legs - Wheel Side Drawer Magnetic Door Stop Castor Seat Castor Regulator and Hose (LPG only) Wheel Hub - Graphite Wheel - Graphite Pressure Cylinder Holder

(LPG only) Tank Hook (LPG only)

P0152B P0145B 1 P0144B 1

P0615D 1

P0459A 1

P0237C 1 P1521C 1 P1645C 3

P1733A P2207C 1 P1935A P2618A P2628B P0751B 1

P0752B P0732A 1 P0731A 1 P2968C 1

P32C1A

P32C2A P5027C P2503C 1 P2957C 1 P3430A 7 P3430C 7 P1151A 1 P1156A 1 P1157A P2736C 1

P2717C P1131B P1131E P1137C 1

P1040A P0932A P0832A P8078A P5589A 2 P4521A P5109A P3632E 1 P5113C 2 P5106D 2 P4033C

P4033A 1

6 3

REF# DESCRIPTION

43. Tank Guide (LPG only) P4033B

44. AA Battery P8080A 1

45. Heat-Insulating Spacer

46. Fuel Gauge Assembly (LPG only) P80F9B

47. Fixing Ring (LPG only)

48. Tool Holder

49. Screw Cover

50. Tool Hook

51. Rain Shield P80D5A

52. Rear Panel

53. Top Panel of Cabinet

54. Front Door P4328A

55. Door Handle

56. Pot Support

57. Side Burner Body - Inner P2323B 1

58. Electrode Assembly P2627A

59. Burner Assembly - Side Burner

60. Gas Valve Assembly - Side Burner 1

61. Gas Valve Bracket P80C9A 1

62. Connection Tube

63. N.G. 12' Hose Kit (NG only)

64. Air Shutter (NG only) P80C7A 6

65. Rear Wind Shield

66. Heat Shield of Cooler P2971A 1

1 1 1 1 1

LPG NG P32C3A

— Owner's Manual — Hardware Pack (contents pg 5/6) P55E9A

If there are damaged or missing parts when you unpack this unit from the shipping box, or you have questions about assembly, call us 8am - 8pm CST, Monday frirough Friday at.

1-888-317-7642

For the repair or replacement parts you need:

Call 6 am -11 pm CST, 7 days a week

1-800-366-PART

To make sure you obtain the correct replacement

parts for your Kenmore Elite gas grill, please refer

to the part numbers on this page.

inform' ''on is required to assure you receive the

corrt Jits:

1. Grill Model Number {see CSA label on (

2. Part Number

3. Part Description

4. Quantity of parts needed

Important: Keep this OwneFs Manual for convenient

referral and for part replacement.

Important: Use only Sears authorized parts.

use of any part that is not Sears authorized

be dangerous and will void your product warranty.

PART#

P5573A 2

P80F9C

P55B6B

P55B6C 2

P55B6D 5

P4325A 1 P1040B 1

P0239A 2 P80C6A

P1920A 1

P3298E

P3983E 1 P3718A

P8099A

P47A1A

The following

grill)

QTY

1 1 1

1 1

The

can

Assembly Instructions

Before assembling your gas grill, use the parts list to check that all necessary parts are included. Inspect all parts for damage as you proceed. Do not assemble or operate your grill if it appears damaged.

If you have questions during the assembly process, call

8am - 8pm CST, Monday through Friday.

1-888-317-7642

Remove the white PVC protective film from

stainless steel surfaces before assembly.

CAUTION: While it is possible for one person to assemble this gas grill, obtain assistance from another person when handling some of the iarger, heavier

pieces, especially the grill head. Remove all cart parts, hardware, and grill head

from carton. Assemble the gas grill on a protective work surface, such as the shipping box, to avoid scratching surfaces. Refer to parts list and hard ware pack illustrations to help assemble your grill.

Assembling The Grill Cart

1 Position Bottom Shelf (Parts List Item #31) with

its front vertical ledge facing down. Before attaching Cart Legs to the Bottom Shelf, make sure its 2 holes for Door Stop are located in the front. See Fig. 1. Install the Cart LegsCastor Side on the left side of the Bottom Shelf, with the Drawer Channel facing in. The 90 degree lip on sides and back of Bottom Shelf must be on the outside of the Side Panels for proper fit. Secure using 2 of the

1/4"x1/2‘‘ Phillips head screws and nuts pro

vided. Install the Cart Legs-Wheei Side to the other side of Bottom Shelf by using the same sized screws and nuts.

Figure 1

DRAWER CHANNEL

Shelf should be on outside of Side Panel.

Figure 2

2. Install Rear Panel to inside of Side Panels using 3 of tile 1/4"x1/2" Phillips head screws and nuts. See Fig. 2.

3. Screw the 2 Castors into Castor Seats (see bottom of Cart Legs-Castor Side). Turn threaded castor stem by hand, clockwise until it stops. Tighten with an Open-end 11/16" wrench. See Fig. 2.

4. Install the 2 Wheels to the Cart Legs-Wheel Side, by inserting the vyheel bolt through the wheel and axle hole on the cart leg as shown in Fig. 2. Put spring washer and 3/8" nut onto bolt and tighten securely using a size 4 phillips screwdriver. Do not overtighten or wheel will not turn freely. Snap Wheel Hub Caps onto wheels.

5. Position Top Panel (Parts List Item #53} with its front vertical ledge facing up. Before installing the Top Panel, make sure its 2 holes for Door Stop are located in the front Place Top Panel into position with 90 degree lip on outside of Rear Panel. See Fig. 3. Secure firmly using 7 of the

1/4"x1/2" Phillips head screws and nuts provided.

Figure 3

HOLES FOR DOOR STOP

IMPORTANT; The 90 degree lip of Top Shelf should be on

^ outside of Rear

1 Panel.

TOP PANEL OF

/ CABINET-Parts

'■ - List Item #53

SIDE PANEL

Assembling The Cabinet Doors

1. Install Door Stops to Bottom Shelf and Top Panel of Cabinet. See Fig. 4. Secure firmly using 4 of the 1/4"x1/2" Phillips head screws

and nuts.

2. If you haven't already done so, remove the white protective film from the stainless steel

Doors. Attach a Door Handle to each Front Door using 2 of the M4x6mm Phillips head screws provided. See Fig. 5. Be careful not to scratch the door surfaces.

3. When installing the Front Doors, make sure the door bolt holes are located on the hinge

sides of the Cart Legs.

4. Install either Front Door by inserting 1/4"x5/8"

part-threaded bolt through the lower door bolt hole of the Front Door and into the tapped hole of the Bottom Shelf. Tighten securely. Next, align the upper door bolt hole of Front Door with the tapped hole in the Top Panel of Cabinet. Insert 1/4"x5/8" part-threaded bolt provided and tighten securely.

Figure 4

Figure 5

5. Repeat these steps to install the other Front Door.

How To Level The Grill Cart So The Doors Line-Up

When the top edge of the cabinet doors do not line-up your grill cart needs to be leveled. This step is often

required after initial assembly and when your grill has been moved to a new location. To level your grill cart, use an 11/16" open-end wrench to unscrew either front or rear Castor counterclockwise from its Castor Seat (see bottom of the Cart Leg) until the cabinet doors are aligned. See Fig. 5.

UPPER DOOR BOLT HOLE

DOOR HANDLE

FRONT DOOR

LOWER DOOR BOLT HOLE

Assembing The LP Gas Tank Hook Figure 6

Attach the Pressure Cylinder Holder and Tank Guide to the Cart Legs-Wheel Side of grill as shown in Fig. 6. Align the tapped holes of both

parts wih the holes on Side Panel. Secure firmly using 4 of the 1/4"x1/2" Phillips head screws and nuts provided.

AssemUing The Grill Drawer

1. Instal 2 of the 1/4"x1/2" Phillips head screws to the rear of the Drawer Track. Without these screws the drawer will not stop properly.

2. Slide the Drawer into the Drawer Tracks until

it stops. See Fig. 7.

3. Instafi 2 of the 1/4"x1/2" Phillips head screws to the front of the Drawer Track. This impor tant step prevents the drawer from being Figure 7 pulled outside the tracks. See Fig, 7.

Installing The Grill Head

1. Now that you’ve assembled the grill cart you can install the pre-assembled Grill Head. See Fig. 8, To reduce the weight of the Grill Head, we suggest you open the Grill Lid and remove the packed components. Even with the components removed, this step requires 2 people to lift and position the Grill Head onto the grill cart. Be sure to align the 2 holes beneath the hang ledge on each side of the Grill Head with the 2 holes on each cross

brace of cart. Raise Grill Lid and insert 4 of

the 1/4"x1-3/8‘' Phillips head screws and lock

nuts and tighten securely.

2. From the back side of grill head, install the

Grease Draining Tray. See Fig. 8.

3. Center the Grease Receptacle under Grease

Draining Tray. See Fig. 8.

4. Install Rear Wind Shield between both Bowl Side Panels by using 2 of the 1/4"x1/2" Phillips head screws provided. See drawing below.

Figure 8

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User Manual

Owner's Manual

Liquid Propane Gas Grill

Model 141,168600

Natural Gas Grill

Model 141.178600

1-888-317-7642

Table of Contents Read These Safety Instructions

Kenmore Elite Grill Warranty

Pre-Assembly Instructions

Tools Required for Assembly

Contents for Hardware Pack (Part #P55E9A)

Assembly Instructions

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