Kenmore 148.1615421 User Manual

Use & Care Guide Manual de Uso y Cuidado

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Models/Modelos: 148.16154210 Item / Artículo: 640-03838917-7

Kenmore®

Liquid Propane Gas Grill

Parilla a gas de propane liquido

P/N 2818-2T-Manual Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.kenmore.com www.sears.com www.kmart.com

If you smell gas:

1. Shut off gas to the appliance.

2. Extinguish any open flame.

3. Open lid.

4. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department.

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.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

This product contains chemicals, including lead and lead compounds in brass fittings. It also produces combustion by-products when used. These substances are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash your hands after using this product.

Call Grill Service Center For Help And Parts

If you have questions or need assistance during assembly, please call 1-800-482-0131. 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.

For residential use only. Do not use for commercial cooking.

Installation Safety Precautions

• Use grill, as purchased, only with LP (propane) gas and the

regulator/valve assembly supplied. A conversion kit must be purchased for use with natural gas.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

Safety Symbols

The symbols and boxes shown below explain what each heading means. Read and follow all of the messages found throughout the manual.

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 resu lt in death or serious injury.

Model Number: 148.16154210

Serial Number:

See rating label on grill for serial number.

Date Purchased:

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

For Sears professional installation of home applia nc es, gar age door openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in

the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME

Grill Service Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Product Record Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Safety Symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Installation Safety Precautions . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 2

Kenmore Grill Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10

Natural Gas Conversion Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. .11

Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 13

Parts Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . 14

Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . 15-22

Conversion Instructions for 16154. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .23-25

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . 26-27

Repair Protection Agreements

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore dependable operation. But like all products, it may requ ire repair from time to time. That’s when having a Repair Protection Agreement can save you money and a ggravation.

Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement no w and protect yourself from unexpected hassle and expens e.

Here’s what the Repair Protection Agreement includes:

□ Expert service by our 10,000 professional repair

□ Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on

□ Product replacement up to $1500 if your covered

□ Discount of 25% from regular price of service and

□ Fast help by phone – we call it Rapid Resolution –

Once you purchase the Repair Protection Agreeme nt, a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service. Yo u can call anytime day or night, or schedule a servic e 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 call 1-800-827-6655. Sears Installation Service

product is designed and manufactured for year s of

specialists

all covered repairs

product can’t be fixed

related installed parts not covered by the agreement; als o, 25% off regular price of preventive maintena nce check

phone support from a Sears representativ e. Think of us as a “talking owner’s manual.”

WARRANTY

Kenmore Full Warranty

If this grill fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchas e, call 1-800-4-MY-

HOME proves impossible).

to arrange for free repair (or replacement if repair

Limited Warranty on Burners

For ten years from the date of purchase, any stainless steel burner that rusts through will be replaced free of charge. After the first year from the date of purchase, you pay for labor if you wish to have it installed.

All warranty coverage excludes ignitor batteries and grill part paint loss, discoloration or rusting, which are either expendable parts that can wear out from normal use wit hin 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 grill is ever used for commercial or rental purposes.

All warranty coverage applies only if this 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 Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

USE AND CARE

• NEVER store a spare LP cylinder under or near the grill appliance or in an enclosed area.

• Never fill a cylinder beyond 80% full.

• If the information in the two points above is not followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious injury may occur.

• An over filled 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.

• If you see, smell or hear gas escaping, immediately get away from the LP cylinder and grill appliance and call your fire department.

LP Tank Removal, Transport and Storage

• 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 s upplied with valve.

Failure to use safety cap as directed may result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.

LP Tank Valve

• A disconnected LP tank in storage or being transported must have a safety cap installed (as shown). Do not store a n LP tank in enclosed spaces such as a carport, garage, por ch, covered patio or other building. Never leave an LP tank inside a vehicle which may become overheated by the sun.

• Do not store an LP tank in an area where children play.

Safety Cap

Retainer Strap

LP Cylinder

• The LP cylinder used with your grill must meet the following requirements:

• Use LP cylinders only with these required meas urements: 12"

(30.5cm) (diameter) x 18" (45.7 cm) (tall) with 20 lb. (9 kg.) capacity maximum.

• LP cylinders must be constructed and marked in accorda nce with specifications for LP cylinders of the U.S. Departm ent of Transportation (DOT) or for Canada, CAN/CSA-B339, cylinders, spheres and tubes for transportation of dangerous goods. Transport Canada (TC). See LP cylinder collar for marking.

• LP cylinder valve must have:

• Type 1 outlet compatible with regulator or grill.

• Safety relief valve.

• UL listed Overfill Protection Device (OPD). This OPD safety feature is identified by a unique triangular hand wheel. Use

only LP cylinders equipped with this type of valve.

• LP cylinder must be arranged for vapor withdrawal and include collar to protect LP cylinder valve. Al ways keep LP cylinders in upright position during use, transit or storage.

OPD Hand Wheel

LP cylinder in upright position for vapor withdrawal

LP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)

• 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.

• LP gas is highly flammable and may ignite unex pectedly

when mixed with air.

LP Cylinder Filling

• Use only licensed and experienced dealers.

• LP dealer must purge new cylinder before filling.

• Dealer should NEVER fill LP cylinder more than 80% of LP

cylinder volume. Volume of propane in cylinder will v ary b y temperature.

• A frosty regulator indicates gas overfill. Immediately close LP cylinder valve and call local LP gas dealer for assistance.

• Do not release liquid propane (LP) gas into the atm osphere. This is a hazardous practice.

• To remove gas from LP cylinder, contact an LP dealer or call a local fire department for assistance. Check the teleph one directory under “Gas Companies” for nearest certified LP dealers.

LP Tank Exchange

•Many retailers that sell grills offer you the option of replac ing your empty LP tank through an exchange service. Use only those reputable exchange companies th at inspect, precision fill, test and certify their cylinders. Exchange your tank only

for an OPD safety feature-equipped tank as described in the "LP Tank" section of this manual.

•Always keep new and exchanged LP tanks in upright position

during use, transit or storage.

•Leak test new and exchanged LP tanks BEFORE

connecting to grill.

LP Tank Leak Test

For your safety

•Leak test must be repeated each time LP tank is excha nged

or refilled.

•Do not smoke during leak test.

•Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks.

•Grill must be leak tested outdoors in a well-ventilated area,

away from ignition sources such as gas fired or electri cal

appliances. During leak test, keep grill away from open flames

or sparks.

•Use a clean paintbrush and a 50/50 mild soap and water solution. Brush soapy solution onto areas ind icated by arrows

in figure below. Leaks are indicated by growing bubbles.

If “growing” bubbles appear do not use or move t he LP tank. Contact an LP gas supplier or your fire department!

Do not use household cleaning agents. Damage to gas train components (valve/hose/regulator) can result.

Connecting Regulator To The LP Tank

1. LP tank must be properly secured onto grill. (Refer to

assembly section.)

2. Turn all control knobs to the OFF position.

3. Turn LP tank OFF by turning OPD hand wheel clockwis e to a full stop.

4. Remove the protective cap from LP tank valve. Always use

cap and strap supplied with valve.

OPD Hand Wheel

Type 1 outlet with

Safety Relief Valve

thread on outside

Strap and Cap

Do not insert a POL transport plug (plastic part with external threads) into the Type 1 tank valve outlet . It will defeat the Safety Relief Valve feature.

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 crossthread the connection.

Nipple has to be centered into the LP tank valve.

Hold coupling nut and regulator as shown for proper connection to LP tank valve.

6. Turn the coupling nut clockwise and tighten to a full stop.

The regulator will seal on the back-check featur e 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 regu lator and repeat steps 5 and 6. If you are still unable to complete the connection, do not use this regulator! Call 1-800-482-0131

for assistance.

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 turnin g 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:

Never remove threaded orifice at end of valve.

• 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.

• Outdoor gas appliance is not intended to be installed in or on a 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.

• If you cannot stop a gas leak, immediately close LPcylinder valve and call LP gas supplier or your fire department!

5. If “growing” bubbles appear, there is a leak. Close LP t ank valve immediately and retighten connections. If leaks cannot be stopped do not try to repair. Call Sears for

replacement parts at 1-800-4-MY-HOME

6. Always close LP tank valve after performing leak test by turning hand wheel clockwise.

For Safe Use of Your Grill and to Avoid Serious Injury:

• Do not let children operate or play near grill.

• Keep grill area clear and free from materials that

burn.

• Do not block holes in sides or back of grill.

• Check burner flames regularly.

• 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.

• Do not use charcoal or ceramic briquets in a gas grill. (Unless briquets are supplied with your grill.)

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Always close LP cylinder valve and remove coupling nut before moving LP cylinder from specified operation position.

Safety Tips

Before opening LP cylinder valve, check the coupling nut for tightness.

When grill is not i n use, turn off all control knobs and LP

cylinder valve. Never move grill while in operation or still hot.

Use long-han dled barbecue utensils and oven mitts to

avoid burns and splatters. Maximum load for sideb urner 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. 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. If you notice grease or other hot material dripping from grill

onto valve, hose or regulator, turn off gas supply at once.

Determine the cause, correct it, then clean and i nspect valve, hose and regulator before continuing. Perform a leak test.

Keep ventilatio n o penings 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 gri ll 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!

• Putting out grease fires by closing the lid is not possible. Grills are well ventilated for safety reasons.

• 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 dama

e the

roduct.

Ignitor Lighting the Grill

1. Read instructions before lighting your grill.

2. Open lid during lighting.

3. Open LP cylinder or natural gas valve.

4. Push any burner control knob in and turn the knob to the left to “HI” position. Keep pressing the knob until the burner is lit.

5. If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds, turn the burner control off, wait 5 minutes for gas to clear away, and repeat the lighting procedure.

6. To light other burners, repeat step 4. NOTE: If ignitor does not work, follow Match Lighting instructions.

Turn controls and gas source or tank OFF when not in use.

If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds, turn the burner control 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 accidently 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 from si de of cart).

Light match, place into the firebox.

3. Push in and turn right knob to HIGH position. Be sure burner lights and stays lit.

4. Light other burners by pushing knob in and turning to HI position.

Burner Flame Check

•Remove cooking grates and heat diffusers. Light burners, rotate knobs from HIGH to LOW. You should see a smaller flame in LOW position than seen on HIGH. Perform burner flame check on sideburner, also. Always check flam e prior to each use.

Turning Grill Off

•Turn all knobs to position. Turn LP cylinder off by turning hand-wheel clockwise to a full stop.

Ignitor Check

•Turn gas off at LP cylinder. Push the control knob in and

turn the knob to the left to “HI” position."Click" should be heard and spark seen each time between collector box or burner and electrode. See "Troubleshooting" if no click or spark.

Valve Check

•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

•Before each use, check to see if hoses are cut or worn. Replace damaged hoses before using grill. Use only identical replacement part valve/hose/regulator as specified in the Parts List of this Use and Care Guide.

General Grill Cleaning

•Do not mistake brown or black accumulatio n 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.

• Plastic parts: Wash with warm soapy water and wipe dry.

Do not use citrisol, abrasive cleaners, degreasers or a

concentrated grill cleaner on plastic parts. Damage to and failure of parts can result.

•Porcelain surfaces: Because of glass-like composition, most residue can be wiped away with baking s oda/water solution or specially formulated cleaner. Use nonabrasive scouring powder for stubborn stains.

•Painted surfaces: Wash with mild detergent or nonabrasive cleaner and warm soapy water. Wipe dry with a soft nonabrasive cloth.

•Stainless steel surfaces: To maintain your grill’s high quality appearance, wash with mild detergent and w arm so apy water and wipe dry with a soft cloth after each use. Baked-on grease deposits may require the use of an abrasive plasti c cleaning pad. Use only in direction of brushed finish to avoid damage. Do not use abrasive pad on areas with graphics.

• Cooking surfaces: If a bristle brush is used to clean any of the grill cooking surfaces, ensure no lo ose bristles remain on cooking surfaces prior to grilling. It is not recommended to clean cooking surfaces while grill is hot.

SPIDER ALERT!

SPIDER AND WEBS INSIDE BURNER TUBE

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 burner tubes.

Spiders or small insects have been known to create “flashback” problems. The spiders spin webs, build nests and lay eggs in the grill’s burner tubes obstructing the flow of gas to the burner. The backed-up gas can ignite in the burner tube 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 burner tube assembly should be removed from the grill and cleaned before use whenever the grill has been idle for an extended period.

Storing Your Grill

•Fold the two shelves.

•Clean cooking grates.

•Store in dry location.

•When LP cylinder is connected to grill, st ore outdoors in a

wellventilated space and out of reach of ch ildren.

•Cover grill if stored outdoors. Choose from a variety of grill

covers offered by manufacturer.

•Store grill indoors ONLY if LP cylinder is turned off and

disconnected, removed from grill and stored outdoors.

•When removing grill from storage, follow “Cleani ng the Burner

Assembly” instructions before starting grill.

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 diffusers.

3. Remove R pins from rear of burners.

4. Carefully lift each burner up and away from valve openings.

R pin

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 eac h burner tube several times.

(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.

Correct burner-to-valve engagement

Indirect Cooking

Poultry and large cuts of meat cook slowly to perfection on the grill by indirect heat. Place food over unlit bur ner(s); the heat from lit burners circulates gently throughout the grill, cooking meat or poultry without the touch of a direct flame. This method greatly reduces flare-ups when cooking extra fatty cuts because there is no direct flame to ig nite the fats and juices that drip during cooking.

OFF

1 Burner Cooking

Cook with direct or indirect heat. Best for smaller meals or foods. Consumes less fuel.

Indirect Cooking Instructions

• Always cook with the lid closed.

• 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 temperatures.

• Place food over unlit burner(s)

OFF

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 soap y water before and after handling raw meat a nd 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 Thoroughly

• 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, a nd cut into food to check for visual signs of doneness.

• Whole poultry should reach 180° F; breasts, 170° F. Juices

should run clear and flesh should not be pink.

• 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.

• NEVER partially grill meat or poultry and finish cooking later.

Cook food completely to destroy harmful bacteria.

• When reheating takeout foods or fully cooked m eats 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 li sted in the table below.

USDA* Recommended Safe Minimum Internal Temperatures

Beef, Veal, Lamb and Pork – Whole Cuts** 145° F Fish 145° F Beef, Veal, Lamb and Pork – Ground 160° F Egg Dishes 160° F Turkey, Chicken & Duck – Whole, Pieces &

Ground

* United States Department of Agriculture **Allow meat to rest three minutes before carving or

consuming.

165° F

Natural Gas Conversion Kit

To purchase a Natural Gas Conversion Kit call Sears at

1-800-4-MY-HOME

○

Natural gas conversion kit Kenmore Model # 10478 (Manufacturer Part No.: 2818-2T-KIT)

Your grill can be converted to natural gas with this conversion kit by a qualified gas technician only. In order to convert this grill the technician will need this conversion kit.

The kit contains orifices for various grill models. Please select the orifices as listed below and discard the rest. Follow the conversion instruction provided with the kit.

Model Main Burner 1.37 mm

Natural Gas Connection Preparation:

1. Turn off gas supply, and then remove cap on gas supply side.

2. Recommended: Install a shut-off valve on gas supply side before installing the socket.

3. Socket should be installed by an authorized technician in accordance with the national fuel gas code (NFPA 54/ANSI223.1).

4. Before inserting plug, turn on gas supply and leak test all connections including the stem of the shut-off valve and the opening of the socket. For best results, use an ammonia-free soap & water solution.

Operating Instructions:

1. To connect, push back socket sleeve.

Socket

Sleeve

Plug

148.16154210 4

12 ft. extension hose with 3/8 in. ID (inner diameter)

If converting the grill to natural gas, the technician in most cases will need this 12 ft. extension hose with 3/8" ID (inner diameter), which is included in the natural gas conversion kit.

2. Insert plug and release sleeve.

3. Push plug until sleeve snaps forward. (Gas will flow

automatically. Failure to connect plug properly to socket will inhibit gas flow to the appliance.)

Socket

Sleeve

To disconnect

1. Pull Sleeve back. Pull plug out of socket. (Gas is

automatically shut off.)

2. Close shut-off valve or turn off gas supply, and

replace dust caps on socket and plug.

Gas Requirements LP Gas

Now that your grill is converted to Natural Gas use, it is set for 7-inch water column (WC) pressure, and cannot be used with Propane Gas. The factory-supplied regulator and hose must be used with a 20-lb. LP gas tank.

Natural Gas

If your grill is for Natural Gas, it is set for a 7-in. water column (WC) and is for use with Natural Gas only. Gas pressure is affected by gas line size and the length of gas line run from house gas line. Follow the recommendations in the chart below.

From House to Grill Distance Tubing Size Up to 25 ft. 3/8 in. diameter 26-50 ft. 1/2 in. diameter

2/3 of the run: 3/4 in. diameter

51-100 ft.

1/3 of the run :1/2 in. diameter

Over 101 ft. 3/4 in. diameter

CAUTION:

If low flames or burner problems are witnessed after converting from LPG to NG, the natural gas lines may not be large enough. Refer to the "From House to Grill" chart on page 12 for natural gas supply line specifications. Please contact a plumber to assure proper pressure at 7 in. water column.

Do not return your grill to the store.

Excess Flow Control and Low Heat

The propane regulator assembly incorporates an excess flow device designed to supply the grill with sufficient gas flow under normal conditions yet control excess gas flow. Rapid changes in pressure can trigger the excess flow device providing a low flame and low temperature. If the tank valve is turned open to allow gas flow while a burner valve is open, the surge of pressure will cause the device to activate. The device will remain closed until the pressure is equalized. This should occur within 5 seconds. To ensure this does not cause difficulty in lighting the grill, follow these instructions:

1. Make sure all burner valves are “OFF”.

2. Open the tank valve and wait 5 seconds.

3. Light the burners one at a time following the lighting instructions.

Helpful Care and Maintenance Hints

Before grilling, pre-heat grill for 15 minutes on "HI" with hood down. To avoid uncontrolled flare-ups or grease fires, grill meats with hood open. Close hood if meats are thick or weather is cold, or if you are using a rotisserie or indirect cooking.

Always protect your hand with a pot holder or cooking glove when coming into contact with a hot surface.

Hood up when grilling meats, especially chicken. Hood down when indirect or rotisserie cooking.

NEVER leave your grill unattended while cooking. After use, close hood, turn burners to HI for 15 min. for

self-cleaning, grease burn off.

Care and Maintenance Time Table Chart

Grill Item Painted surface Twice yearly Car wax

Stainless surface Twice yearly Stainless cleaner All grates After each use Burn off and wipe

Stainless grates 15 days

Porcelain grates 15 days Burner heat tents 30 days Wire brush

Burners 90 days Wire brush Burner box

interior

Frequency Based on Normal Use

120 days

Cleaning Method

Wire brush/ Dishwasher safe

Scrub pad soapy water /Dishwasher safe

Interior grill cleaning products (available at Sears)

PARTS LIST

Key Qty Description

1 1 HOOD HANDLE 2818-2T-6200 2 2 HANDLE BASE RB2818C-00-4001 3 2 SCREW 1/4-20×5/8 in. 4 4 RUBBER GASKET 3219-8082 5 1 HOOD 2818-2T-6000 6 2 SCREW 5/16-18×3/4 in. 7 2 BUSHING 2818-2T-0001 8 2 FLANGE NUT 5/16-18

9 1 TEMPERATURE GAUGE 2818-2T-A301 10 1 11 1 NUT 5/16-18

12 4 HEAT DIFFUSER 2818-2T-2007 13 2 COOKING GRIDS 2818-2T-2001 14 1 WARMING RACK 2818-2T-2002

15-1 1 IGNITION PIN ( MAIN BURNER ) 2818-2T-A500-4/1 15-2 1 IGNITION PIN ( MAIN BURNER ) 2818-2T-A500-4/2 15-3 1 IGNITION PIN ( MAIN BURNER ) 2818-2T-A500-4/3 15-4 1 IGNITION PIN ( MAIN BURNER ) 2818-2T-A500-4/4

16 4 PIN 1.6×30 17 4 MAIN BURNER SH3118B-2004 18 16 SCREW 5/32-32×3/8 in. 19 1 BURNER BOX 2818-2T-2000 20 1 WIND SHIELD 2818-2T-2004 21 1 RIGHT WING TABLE 2818-2T-5100 22 8 SCREW 1/4-20×3/4 in.

WASHER,TEMPERATURE GAUGE

Manufacturer Part #

2518SL-6002

Key Qty Description

31 1 RIGHT ANGLE BRACKET 2818-2T-1700 32 2 CASTER,LOCKING 2518-3-8007 33 2 CASTER 2518-3-8008 34 1 WING-HEAD SCREW 1/4-20UNC×2 in. 35 1 SCREW W/SHOULDER 5/32-32×3/8 in. 36 1 MATCH HOLDER 3019L-1710 37 1 DOOR(R) 2818-2T-8000 38 1 DOOR(L) 2818-2T-7000 39 1 BOTTOM PANEL ASSEMBLY 2818-2T-1100 40 31 SCREW 3/16-24×3/8 in. 41 1 LEFT ANGLE BRACKET 2818-2T-1600 42 3 MAGNET SH3118-1803 43 1 MAGNET HOUSING 2818-2T-1102 44 2 SCREW 5/32-32×3/8 in. 45 1 ELECTRICAL IGNITER 2818-2T-A600 46 1 IGNITER HOUSING 2818-2T-1302 47 1 LEFT PANEL ASSEMBLY 2818-2T-1300 48 1 DRIP TRAY SUPPORT 2818-2T-1500 49 1 DRIP TRAY 2818-2T-1001 50 4 KNOB E3518-00-3001 51 8 SCREW M4×8 52 4 BEZEL SH3118B-3004 53 4 SCREW 1/4-20×3/8 in. 54 1 CONTROL BOX 2818-2T-3000 55 1 LEFT WING TABLE 2818-2T-4100

Manufacturer Part #

23 4 WING MECHANISM 2818-2T-A200 24 8 SCREW 3/16-24×5/8 in. 25 1 IGNITION SWITCH WIRE 2818-2T-A400

If you are missing hardware or have damaged parts after unpacking grill, call 1-800-482-0131 for replacement.

26 1 MANIFOLD,MAIN BURNER 2818-2T-3200 27 1 LP GAS REGULATOR SH3118B-3003 28 1 REAR PANEL 2818-2T-1002 29 1 RIGHT PANEL ASSEMBLY 2818-2T-1400 30 1 BEAM 2818-2T-1200

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.

To order replacement parts after using grill, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME

PARTS DIAGRAM

7 8 10 11 12 13 14

5 4

54 53 40

15-1 15-2 15-3 15-4

18 19 18

52 51

49 48

47 46 45

44 43 42

23 24

25 26

32 33 34 35 36 37

UNPACKING

After removing all parts and hardware pack from the top of the shipping box, and when the only part showing is the grill head, use a box cutting knife to slice down the sides of the box. Be careful of staples along shipping box edges. Remove the corner supports from the box and the styrofoam side pieces from the grill head. Allow grill head to rest on cardboard until placing grill head on cart in Step 7. Open grill lid and remove all packaged parts and packing material.

WARNING: Assemble the grill on a flat level surface. Compare the parts and hardware with the list and diagrams. Do not attempt assembly if any part is missing or damaged.

Insert the casters into the holes of the bottom panel, and then tighten with wrench from the hardware pack. When this process is completed, turn the bottom panel right side up. The two locking casters should be at the back of the grill.

Bottom Panel

Locking Caster

Caster

Loosen the two screws at the back of the bottom panel 3 to 4 turns. Place the holes in the base of the rear panel over the two loosened screws and slide the panel to the left until it stops. Retighten the screws.

Rear panel

Bottom Panel

Loosen the 4 screws at the corners of the bottom panel 3 to 4 turns. Place the holes in the base of each side panel over the loosened screws and slide the panel to the front until it stops. Retighten the screws.

Use six 3/16-24 x3/8 in. screws to fasten the rear panel to side panels.

Left Panel Rear Panel

3/16-24 x 3/8 in. Screw

Qty. 6

Right Panel

Bottom Panel

Remove the cap and nut from the electrical igniter. Use the nut to assemble the igniter and igniter housing to the left panel as shown. Screw cap onto igniter.

Loosen the two screws in the right and left angle brackets 3 to 4 turns. Insert the screws through the 2 holes at the base of each side panel and slide the bracket down until it stops. Attach each bracket to the bottom panel with one 3/16-24 x 3/8 in. screw. Retighten the 4

loosened screws.

3/16-24 x 3/8 in. Screw

Qty. 2

Attach the beam to side panels with four 3/16-24 x 3/8 in. screws as shown.

Beam

Left Panel

Rear Panel

3/16-24 x 3/8 in. Screw

Qty. 4

Right Panel

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