Kenmore 14816154211 Owner’s Manual

Use & Care Guide

Manual de Uso y Cuidado

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Models/Modelos: 148.16154211

Item / Articulo: 640-03838917-7

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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 PROPOSITION65

1. Combustionby-productsproducedwhen

usingthis productcontain chemicalsknownto

the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, and other reproductive harm.

2. This productcontains chemicals,including
leadand lead compounds, known to theState of

Californiato cause cancer, birthdefects or other
reproductiveharm.

Wash your hands after handlinq this product.

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 Nationa/Fue/Gas

Code,ANSI Z223. 7/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 I I9.2/NFPA 1192,and CSA Z240 RV

Series, Recreational Vehicle Code,as applicable.

•All electrical accessories (such as rotisserie) must be
electrically grounded inaccordance with local codes, or

National Electrical Code,ANSI / NFPA 70or Canadian
Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.Keep any electrical cords

and/or fuel supply hoses away from any hot surfaces.

•This grill issafety certified for use in the United States
and/or Canada only. Do not modify for use in any other

location. Modificationwill result ina safety hazard.

Safety Symbols

The symbols and boxesshown below explain what each
heading means. Readand follow all of the messages found

throughout the manual.

Call Grill Service Center For Help And Parts
If you have questions or needassistanceduring assembly,
please call1-800-482-0131. Youwill bespeaking to a

representativeof thegrill manufacturerand nota Sears
employee.To order new parts callSears at

1-800-4-MY-HOME.
Product Record

IMPORTANT: Fill out the product record information
below.

Model Number: I-I148.16154211

I-I148.16154211
I-I148.16154211

Serial Number:
See rating labelon grillfor serialnumber.

Date Purchased:

©2014KCDIP,LLC

DANGER: Indicates an imminentlyhazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result indeath or

serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates an potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death

or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation or unsafe practicewhich, if not avoided,

may result inminor or moderateinjury.

2

For Your Safety .................................. 2

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

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

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

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

For Searsprofessionalinstallation of home appliances, garage
door openers, water heaters,and other major home items, in

the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®

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

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

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

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

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

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

Assembly .................................... 17-24

Conversion Instructions for 16154................. 25-27

Troubleshooting............................... 28-29

Repair Protection Agreements

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new

Kenmore®productis designed and manufactured for years of
dependable operation. But like all products,it mayrequire

repair from timeto time. That's when having a Repair
ProtectionAgreement can save you money andaggravation.

Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement now and protect

yourself from unexpected hassle and expense.

Here's what the Repair Protection Agreement includes:
[] Expert service by our 10,000 professional repair

specialists

[] Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on

all covered repairs

[] Product replacement up to $1500 if your covered

product can't befixed

[] Discount of 25% from regular price of service and

related installed parts not covered by the agreement; also,

25% off regularprice of preventive maintenance check

[] Fast help by phone- we call it Rapid Resolution -

phone support froma 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 takesfor you to schedule service. You

can call anytime day or night,or schedulea service
appointment online.

The Repair Protection Agreement is a risk-free purchase. If you
cancel for any reason during the productwarranty period, we

will provide a full refund. Or, a prorated refund anytime after
the product warranty period expires. Purchase your Repair
Protection Agreement today!

Kenmore Full Warranty
If this grill fails due to a defect in material orworkmanship

within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-

HOME®to arrange for free repair (or replacement if repair
proves impossible).

Limited Warranty on Burners
Forten 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 payfor 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 partsthat can wear outfrom 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 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 haveother rights which varyfrom state to state.

Sears Brands Management Corporation,

Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Some limitations and exclusions apply.
For prices and additional information call 1-800-827-6655.

Sears Installation Service

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

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• 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 Cylinder

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

• Use LP cylinders only with these required measurements: 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 accordance
with specifications for LPcylinders of the U.S. Department of
Transportation (DOT) or for Canada, CAN/CSA-B339,

cylinders, spheres and tubes for transportation of dangerous
goods. Transport Canada (TC). See LP cylinder collarfor

marking.

• LP cylinder valve must have:

•Type 1outlet compatible with
regulator or grill.

• Safety relief valve.

• UL listed Overfill Protection OPDHandWheel

Device(OPD). ThisOPD safety
feature is identified bya unique triangular hand wheel. Use
only LP cylinders equipped with this type of valve.

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

LP Tank Removal, Transport and Storage

• Turn OFF all control knobsand LP tankvalve Turn coupling
nut counterclockwise by hand only - do not use tools to

disconnect. LiftLP tank wire upward off of LP tank collar, then

lift LP tank up and off ofsupport bracket. Install safety cap

onto LPtank valve. Always use cap and strap supplied with
valve.

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

LPTankValve

@_ Safety Cap

Retainer Strap

• 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.

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

LP cylinder in upright positionfor vapor withdrawal

LP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)

• LP gas is nontoxic, odorless and colorlesswhen 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 mayignite unexpectedly

when mixedwith air.

LP Cylinder Filling

• Use only licensed and experienced dealers.

• LP dealer must purge new cylinder before filling.

• Dealershould NEVER fill LP cylinder more than 80%of LP
cylinder volume. Volume of propane in cylinder will vary by

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 intothe atmosphere.
This is a hazardous practice.

•To remove gas from LPcylinder, contact an LP dealer or call
a local fire department for assistance. Check thetelephone

directory under"Gas Companies" for nearest certified LP
dealers.

LPTankExchange

•Manyretailersthatsellgrillsofferyoutheoptionofreplacing
youremptyLPtankthroughanexchangeservice.Useonly

thosereputableexchangecompaniesthatinspect,precision
fill,testandcertifytheircylinders.Exchangeyourtankonly

foranOPDsafetyfeature-equippedtankasdescribedin
the"LPTank"sectionofthismanual.

•AlwayskeepnewandexchangedLPtanksinuprightposition
duringuse,transitorstorage.

•LeaktestnewandexchangedLPtanksBEFORE
connectingtogrill.

LP Tank Leak Test
Foryour safety

•Leak test must be repeated each time LP tank is exchanged
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-ventilatedarea,

away from ignition sources such as gas fired orelectrical

appliances. Duringleak test, keep grill away from openflames

or sparks.

•Usea clean paintbrush anda 50/50 mild soap and water
solution. Brush soapy solution onto areas indicated by arrows

in figure below. Leaks are indicatedby growing bubbles.

Connecting Regulator To The LP Tank

1. LP tank must be properlysecured onto grill. (Refer to
assembly section.)

2. Turn all control knobsto the OFFposition.

3. Turn LP tank OFF byturning OPD hand wheel clockwise to

a full stop.

4. Remove the protective capfrom LP tankvalve. Always use
cap and strap suppliedwith valve.

OPDHand Wheel

Type1outletwith
threadon outside

SafetyRelief Valve

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Strapand Cap

If "growing" bubbles appear do not useor movethe LP

tank. Contactan LP gas supplier or your fire department!

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

Do not insert a POL transport plug
(plastic part with external threads)

into the Type 1tank valve outlet. It
will defeat the Safety Relief Valve

feature.

5. Hold regulator and insertnipple into LP tank valve.
Hand-tighten the coupling nut, holding regulator in a straight

line with LPtank valveso as notto crossthread the
connection.

Nipple hasto be centered
into theLP tankvalve.

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Holdcoupling nut and regulator
asshown for properconnection

to LP tank valve.

6. Turn the coupling nut clockwise and tightento a full stop.
The regulatorwill seat onthe back-checkfeature inthe LP

tank valve, resulting insome 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 stillunable 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 connectedto LP tank.

.

Completely open LPtank 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 Searsfor
replacement parts at 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

4. Brush soapy solution onto areas where bubbles areshown
in picture below:

• Neverremovethreaded
orifice at end of valve.

• Do not insertany toolor foreign object intothe valve

outlet or safetyrelief valve.You maydamagethe valve

and cause a leak. Leakingpropanemay result in
explosion,fire, severepersonal injury,or death.

• Outdoorgas applianceis notintendedto beinstalled
in or on a boat.

• Outdoorgas applianceis notintendedto beinstalled
in or on an RV.

• Never attemptto attach this grill tothe self-contained
LPgas system of a camper trailer or motor home.

• Do not usegrill untilleak-tested.

• If a leak is detected at any time, STOP and callthe

fire department.

• If you cannot stop a gas leak, immediate/yclose
LPcylindervalve and call LPgas supplieror yourfire

department!

5. If "growing" bubbtesappear, there isa leak. Close LP tank
valve immediately and retighten connections. If leaks

cannot be stopped do not try to repair. Call Searsfor
replacement parts at 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

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

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

• Do not let childrenoperate or play neargrill.

• Keepgrill areaclear and free frommaterials that
burn.

• Do not block holes in sidesor backof grill.

• Check burnerflames regularly.

• Use grill only inwell-ventilatedspace. NEVER use in
enclosedspace such as carport, garage, porch,

covered patio,or under anoverhead structure of any
kind.

• Do not usecharcoal or ceramic briquets in a gas grill.
(Unlessbriquets are supplied withyour grilL)

• Use grill at least 3 ft. from any wall or surface.
Maintain 10 ft. clearanceto objects that cancatch

fire, orto sources of ignitionsuch as pilot lightson
water heaters, live electrical appliances,etc.

Safety Tips

• Beforeopening LP cylindervalve, check the coupling nut
for tightness.

• When grill is notin use, turn offall control knobs and LP
cylinder valve.

• Never move grill while inoperation 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 Ibs.

• The grease tray must be insertedinto grill and emptied
after each use. Donot remove grease tray until grill has

completely cooled.

• Clean grill often, preferably after each cookout. Ifa bristle
brush is used to cleanany of the grill cooking surfaces,
ensure no loose bristles remain on cookingsurfaces prior

to grilling. Itis not recommended to clean cooking surfaces
while grill is hot.

• If you notice grease or other hot material drippingfrom grill
onto valve, hose or regulator,turn off gas supply at once.

Determinethe cause, correct it, then clean and inspect

valve, hose and regulator beforecontinuing. Perform a
leak test.

• Keep ventilation openings in cylinder enclosure (grill cart)
free and clear of debris.

• Donot store objects or materials inside the grill cart
enclosure that would blockthe flow of combustion air to the

underside of either the control panel orthe firebox bowl.

• The regulator maymake a hummingor whistlingnoise
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 problemwith the cylinder and

it should not be used on any product. Return to supplier!

• Apartment Dwellers:
Checkwith managementto learnthe requirements
andfire codesfor usingan LPgas grillin your

apartmentcomplex. If allowed, use outside on the

ground floorwith a three (3)foot clearancefrom walls
or rails. Do not useon or underbalconies.

• NEVERattempt 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.

CAUTION

• 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. Ifa 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.

Ignitor Lighting the Grill

1. Read instructions before lighting your grill.

2. Open lid duringlighting.

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. Keeppressing the knob until the burner is

lit.

5.Ifignitiondoesnotoccurin5seconds,turntheburner
controloff,wait5minutesforgastoclearaway,andrepeat

thelightingprocedure.

6.Tolightotherburners,repeatstep4.
NOTE:Ifignitordoesnotwork,followMatchLighting

instructions.

Turncontrols and gas source or tank OFFwhen
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 (hangingfrom side 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 andturning to HI

position.

BurnerFlameCheck

•Removecookinggratesandheatdiffusers.Lightburners,
rotateknobsfromHIGHtoLOW.Youshouldseeasmaller

flameinLOWpositionthanseenonHIGH.Performburner
flamecheckonsideburner,also.Alwayscheckflamepriorto

eachuse.

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Turning Grill Off

•Turn all knobs to position. Turn LP cylinderoff by turning

hand-wheel clockwiseto 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 betweencollector box or
burner and electrode. See "Troub/eshooting'if no click or
spark.

Valve Check

•Important: Make sure gas is off at LPcylinder before
checking valves. Knobs lock in OFF position. To check

valves, first push in knobsand release,knobs should spring
back. Ifknobs 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 cutor worn.

Replace damaged hoses before using grill. Use only identical

replacement part valve/hose/regulator as specifiedin the

Parts List of this Use and Care Guide.

General Grill Cleaning

•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 grillcleaner with
scrub brush on insides of grill lidand 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.

Donot use citrisot, abrasive cleaners,degreasers or a

concentrated grill cleaneron plastic parts. Damage to and
failure of partscan result.

•Porcelain surfaces: Because of glass-like composition, most
residue can bewiped away with baking soda/water solutionor

specially formulated cleaner. Use nonabrasivescouring
powder for stubborn stains.

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

nonabrasive cloth.

•Stainlesssteelsurfaces:Tomaintainyourgrill'shighquality
appearance,washwithmilddetergentandwarmsoapywater

andwipedrywithasoftclothaftereachuse.Baked-on
greasedepositsmayrequiretheuseofanabrasiveplastic

cleaningpad.Useonlyindirectionofbrushedfinishtoavoid

damage.Donotuseabrasivepadonareaswithgraphics.

•Cookingsurfaces:Ifabristlebrushisusedtocleananyof
thegrillcookingsurfaces,ensurenoloosebristlesremainon

cookingsurfacespriortogrilling.Itisnotrecommendedto
cleancookingsurfaceswhilegrillishot.

SPIDER ALERT!

CleaningtheBurnerAssembly
Followtheseinstructionstocleanand/orreplacepartsof

burnerassemblyorifyouhavetroubleignitinggrill.

1.TurngasoffatcontrolknobsandLPcylinder.

2.Removecookinggratesandheatdiffusers.

3.RemoveRpinsfromrearofburners.

4.Carefullylifteachburnerupandawayfromvalveopenings.

We suggest three ways to clean the burner tubes. Use the one
easiest for you.

(A) Bend a stiff wire (a lightweight coat hanger works well)
into a small hook. Run the hookthrough each burner tube

several times.

Ifyou notice thatyourgrill is getting hard to light or that the
flame isn't asstrong asit should be,take thetime to check

and cleantheburner tubes.

Spidersor smallinsectshavebeenknownto create"flashback"
problems.Thespidersspinwebs,buildnestsandlay eggsinthe

grill'sburnertubesobstructingtheflow ofgastotheburner.The

backed-upgascan igniteintheburnertubebehindthecontrol
panel.Thisis knownasa flashbackandit candamageyourgrill

andevencauseinjury.

Topreventflashbacksandensuregoodperformancethe burner
and burnertubeassemblyshouldbe removedfromthe grilland
cleanedbeforeusewheneverthegrillhasbeenidlefor an

extendedperiod,

Storing Your Grill

•Fold the two shelves.

•Clean cooking grates.

•Store indry location.

•When LPcylinder is connected to grill, store outdoors in a

wellventilated space andout of reach of children.

•Cover grill if stored outdoors. Choose from avariety of grill

coversoffered by manufacturer.

•Store grill indoors ONLY if LP cylinderis turned off and

disconnected, removed from grilland stored outdoors.

•When removing grill from storage, follow "C/eaningthe Burner

,4ssembl_'instructions beforestarting grill.

(B) Use a narrowbottle brush with aflexible handle(do not
use a brass wire brush), runthe 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 eachhole.

5. Wire brush entire outer surface of burner to remove food
residue and dirt.

6. Clean any blocked ports witha stiff wire such as an open
paper clip.

7. Check burner for damage, dueto normalwear and corrosion
some holes may becomeenlarged. Ifany large cracksor

holes are found replace burner.

VERY IMPORTANT: Burner tubes must reengage valve
openings.

Correct burner-to-valve engagement