Kenmore 141.156400, Elite 141.156400 Owner's Manual

Owner'sManual

E L I T E

LiquidPropaneGasGrill

Model141.156400

Z_ WARNING:

Readthis Owner'sManual carefully andbesure your

gas grillispropedy assembled, installed and main- tained. Failure to follow these instructions could

resultin sedous bodily injuryand/or propertydam- age. This gas gdll is intencJedfor 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 withtheconsumer

afterdelivery and/or installation.

Note to Consumer: Leavethis Owner's Manual in a convenient place

for futurereference.

Manufacturer's Customer Service Helpline: If there are damaged or missing parts when you

unpackthis unit from the shipping box, oryou have

questions about assembly, callus 8am - 8pm CST,

Mondaythrough Fdday at:

1-888-317-7642

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL60179 U.S.A.

P4795A - Date:l 1/21/00

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

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

Pre-Assembly Instructions ......................... 4

Hardware, Parts Diagram and Lists ..... 5

Assembly Instructions ................................. 8

lighting Instructions .................................. 13

Cleaning and Maintenance Instructions .... 15

Frequently Asked Questions .................. 17

Cooking Instructions ................................ 18

Cooking Guide and Recipes ................ 24

Full l-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 gdll parts if they are defective 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 Gnds, Burners

• 4 Years: All Other Grill Parts (except ignitorbattery)

Warranty Service Warranty service is available by contacting your

nearest Sears Service Center.

Warranty Restrictions

• This warranty is void if grill is used for commer-

cial or rental purposes.

• This warranty applies only when the grill is

used in the United States.

• This warranty gives you specific legal dghts,

and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA,

Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Z_WARNING

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.

Z_WARNING

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 lb149.1 or 1-

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

Correct LP Gas Tank Use LP gas gnll models are designed for use with a standard 20 lb. Liquid Propane Gas (LP gas) tank; not included with gdll box.. Never connect your gas gdll 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 mal-

function of the LP gas tank, regulator and/or gdll. 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 Transpoda-

tion 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.

2 Sears, Roebuck and Co.

ProperPlacementand Clearanceof Grill Neveruseyourgasgrillinagarage,porch,shed, breezewayoranyotherenclosedarea.Yourgasgrillis

tobeusedoutdoorsonly,atleast24inchesfromthe

backandsideof anycombustiblesurface.Your

gas grill should not be placed under any surface that will bum. Do not obstruct the flow of ventilation

air around the gas grill housing. This outdoor gas grill isnot intended to be installed in

or on recreational vehicles and/or boats.

WARNING

Failure to comply with these instructions

could result in a fire or explosion that

could cause serious bodily injury, death, or property damage.

• Never connect an unregulated LP gas tank to your gas grill. The gas regulator assembly

supplied with your gas grill is adjusted to have

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

for connection to an LP gas tank.

• Only use the regulator and hose assembly supplied with your gas grill. Replacement

regulators and hose assemblies must be those specified by Sears.

• Have your LP gas tank filled by a reputable propane gas dealer and visually inspected and

re-qualified at each filling.

• Never fill the gas tank beyond 80% full. Have your propane gas dealer check the

release valve after every filling to ensure that it remains free of defects.

• Always keep LP gas tanks in an upright position.

• Do not store (or use) gasoline orother flammable vapors 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 gdll 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.

• When your gas grill is not in use the gas must 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 hot grill surfaces and dripping grease. Avoid unnecessary twisting of hose. Visually inspect 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 1-8O0-4-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 gdll. Do

not allow children to play near your grill

AkWARNING

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 extinquish, 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: Spiders and small insects occa- sionally spin webs or make nests in the

grill burner tubes during transit and ware-

housing. These webs can lead to a gas flow obstruction 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.

Although 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 gdll, 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.

To reduce the chance of "FLASH-BACK" (see

CAUTION on page 3) clean the burner tubes and burners before fully assembling your gdll. 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 odfice, then refer to Figure 1 and perform one of these three cleaning methods:

1. 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

debds.

{ '1)

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

pods.

Z WARNING

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

Check to ensure the edfice is inside of the burner tube before using your gas gdll. See

Fig. 2. If the burner tube does not fit over the valve Ddfice, lighting the burner may

cause explosion and/or fire.

Figure 2

GAS VALVE ASSEMBLY

ORIFICE

BURNER TUBE

Figure 1

TO CLEAN BURNER TUBE, INSERT HOOK HERE

SPARK ELECTRODE ASSEMBLY

BURNER TUBE

GAS COLLECTOR BOX

¢o.......i? ;iiooi ;iio oll

COTTER PIN

• Size 2 phillips screwdriver

• Size 4 phillips screwdriver

• Adjustable wrench

• Long nose pliers

• Open-end wrench, 11116" size

• Protective work gloves

• Eye protection

The following table illustrates a breakdown of the hardware pack. It highlights what components are used in the various stages of assembly.

Ref.

HO05

H001

H002

H003 H005

H005 H005

H005 H012

H009

H004

H015

H008

H013 H014

P8080A

Component Qty. to 1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw 4 3/8" Wheel Bolt 2

Spdng Washer 2

3/8" Nut 2

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

1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw 4 114"x112"Phillips Head Screw 2

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

1/4" Lock Nut 4 1/4"x3/4" Phillips Head Screw 8 M6 Phillips Head Screw 2

M6 Nut 2

M18xl.5 Nut 1 M8x1.25 Nut 1

AA Battery 1

Use

Purpose of Components

Install Bottom Shelf To Cart Legs Install Wheels To Cart Legs

Install The Two Braces To Cart Restdct Drawer From Being Pulled Out Too Far

Install Pressure Cylinder Holder To Cart Install Tank Guide To Cart

Install Grill Head To Cart

Install Side Shelves To Cart Install Tool Holder To Side Shelf

Install Pressure Cylinder To Holder Install Tank Hook To Pressure Cylinder

Install To Electric Ignitor

Actual Size and Quantity of Each Hardware Piece:

3/8" Wheel Bolt Qty. 2

Ref. # HO01

SpringWasher Qty. 2

Ref. # HO02

1/4"x3/4" Phillips

Head Screw Qty. 8

Ref, # HO04

1/4"xli'Z' Phillips Head Screw

Qty. 20 Ref. # H005

AA Battery

Qty. 1

Part # P8080A

M6 Phillips Head Screw Qty. 2

Ref. # HO15(packed w_th Tool Holder)

1/4"xl-3/8" Phillips Head Screw Qty. 4 Ref, # H012

M18x1+5 Nut Qty. 1 Ref+ #

HO13(attached to Pressure Cylinder)

MSx1.25 Nut Qty. 1

Ref. # HO14(attached

to Pressure cylinder)

3/8" Nut

Qty.2

Ref. # H003

114" Lock Nut Qty. 4

Ref. # H009

M6 Nut

Qty. 2 Ref, # HOOS(packed

with Tool Holder)

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.

45 _" 3

REF# DESCRIPTION PART# QTY

1. Lid - Stainless Steel P0149F 1

2. Lid Side Panel - Left P0145B 1

3. Lid Side Panel - Right P0144B 1

4. Temperature Gauge P0615D 1

5. Name Plate P0459A 1

6. Ud Handle P0237D 1

7. Stainless Steel Cooking Rack P1521B 1

8. Cast Iron Cooking Grid P1648B 2

9. Stainless Steel Flame Tamer P1733A 2

10. Burner Support Bracket P2218B 1

11. Burner Assembly P1935A 4

12. Gas Collector Box w/ Electrode P2618A 2

13. Ignition Wire Set P2622A 1

14. Bowl Panel - Left PO751A 1

15. Bowl Panel - Right P0752A 1

16. Bowl Panel - Rear PO732B 1

17. Bowl Panel - Front PO731B 1

18. Heat Shield P2968A 1

19. Gas Valve Assembly P32ClA 4

20. Gas Manifold P5028A 1

21. Electric Ignitor P'2503D 1

22. Control Panel P2957A 1

23. Control Knob P343OA 4

24. Control Knob Seat P3430C 4

25. Storage Bin P1134A 2

26. Grease Draining Tray P2736A 1

27. Grease Receptacle P2717C 1

28. Insert Plate - Stainless Steel P1131B 2

29. Side Shelf- Left Pl131E 1

30. Side Shelf- Right Pl132C 1

31. Bottom Shelf P1048B 1

32. Cart Legs - Castor Side P0937A 1

33. Cart Legs - Wheel Side P0840A 1

34. Drawer P8078B 1

35. Brace P4213A 2

36. Castor Seat P4521A 2

37. Castor P5109A 2

38. Regulator and Hose P3632E 1

39. Wheel Hub Cap - Graphite P5113C 2

40. Wheel - Graphite P5106D 2

41. Pressure Cylinder Holder P4033C 1

42. Tank Hook P4033A 1

43. Tank Guide P4033B !

44. AA Battery P808OA 1

45. Heat-Insulating Spacer P5573A 2

46. Fuel Gauge Assembly P80FgB 1

47. Fixing Ring P80F9C 1

48. Tool Holder P55B6B 1

49. Screw Cover P55B6C 2

50. Tool Hook P55B6D 5

51. Rain Shield P80D5A 4

-- Owner's Manual P4795A 1

-- Hardware Pack (contents page 5)P55D9A 1

If there are damaged or missing parts when you

unpackthis unit fmmthe shipping box, oryou have questions about assembly, call us 8am- 8pm CST,

Mondaythmugh Fdday

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. The

following information is required to assure you receive the correct parts:

1. Grill Model Number (see CSA label on gdll)

2. Part Number

3. Part Description

4. Quantity of parts needed

Important: Keep this Owner's Manual for convenient referral and .for part replacement.

Important: Use only Sears authorized parts. The use of any part that is not Sears authorized can be dangerous and will also void your product

warranty.

Before assembling your gas gdll, use the parts list to check that all necessary parts have been included. Inspect gnll and cart 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 - 8pro 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 gdll, obtain assistance from another

person when handling some of the larger, heavier pieces, especially the grill head.

Remove all cart pads, hardware, and gdll head from carton. Assemble the gas grill on a protective

work surface, such as the shipping box, to avoid scratching grilt surfaces. Refer to parts list and hardware pack illustrations to help you assemble your grill.

Assembling The Grill Cart

1. Install the Cart Legs-Castor Side to either side

of the Bottom Shelf. Make sure the Drawer Channel faces inwards. Secure using 2 of the

114"x112" Phillips head screws provided. Install the Cart Legs-Wheel Side to the other side of Bottom Shelf by using the same-sized screws.

See Fig. 1.

2. Screw the 2 Castors into Castor Seats (see

bottom of Cart Legs-Castor Side). Tum the threaded castor stem by hand, clockwise until it stops. Tighten with an Open-end 11/16" wrench.

See Fig. 2.

3. Install the 2 Wheels to the Cart Legs-Wheel Side, by inserting the wheel 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 Hubs onto the wheels.

4. Install the 2 Braces between Cart Legs-Castor

Side and Cart Legs-Wheel Side. Align the holes on the ends of Brace with the tapped

holes on Cart Legs. Secure firmly using 4 of

the 1/4"xl/2" Phillips head screws for each

Brace. See Fig. 3.

Figure 1

CART LEGS- CASTOR SIDE

ORAWER CHANNEL

CASTOR

SEAT

BOTTOM SHELF

CART LEGS-

WHEEL SIDE

Figure 2

CASTOR

SEAT

CASTOR

HUB

Figure 3

BRACE

AssemblingTheTankGuideand Grill Drawer

Attach the Pressure Cylinder Holder and Tank

Guide to the Cart Legs-Wheel Side as shown in Fig. 4a. Align the holes of both parts with the tapped holes on Cart Legs-Wheel Side. Secure firmly using 4 of the 1/4"x112" Phillips head screws provided.

2. Install a 1/4"x1/2" Phillips head screw to the rear of each Drawer Track. Without these

screws the drawer will not stop propedy.

3. Slide the Drawer into the Drawer Tracks until

it stops. See Fig. 4b.

Install a 1/4"x112" Phillips head screw to the front of each Drawer Track. This important

step prevents the drawer from being pulled

outside the tracks. See Fig. 4b.

installing The Grill Head

Now that you've assembled the grill cart you can install the pre-assembled Gdll Head. See Fig. 5. To reduce the weight of the Gdll Head, we suggest you open the Gdll Lid and

remove the packed components. Even with the components removed, this step requires 2 people to lift and position the Gdll Head onto the griU cart. Be sure to align the 2 holes

beneath the hang ledge on each side of the Gdll Head with the 2 holes on each cross

brace of cart. Raise Gdll Lid and insert 4 of

the 1/4"xl-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. 5.

3. Center the Grease Receptacle under Grease Draining Tray. See Fig. 5.

Figure 4a

DRAWER TRACK

DRAWER

PRESSURE CYLINDER

HOLDER

TANK GUIDE

Figure 4b

DRAWER

Figure 5

CROSS BRACE

GREASE RECEPTACLE

GRILL HEAD

GREASE DRAINING TRAY

HANG LEDGE

Installing Side Shelves and Tool Holder

1. Remove and discard the protective rubber boots from the Side Shelf braces,

Figure 6a

Attach Side Shelves to Cart Legs as shown in Fig. 6a. Align the 4 holes on each Side Shelf

frame with the holes on the Cart Legs. Tighten securely using 4 of the 1/4"x3/4" Phillips head

screws provided.

SIDE SHELF

Install and slide the 5 Tool Hooks onto the Tool Holder from the narrow section. For safety's sake,

the Tool Hooks face in the same direction as both

ends of Tool Holder. See Fig. 6b.

Attach the Tool Holder to the left Side Shelf. Align the holes on Tool Holder with the holes on the

left side of Side Shelf. Secure firmly using 2 of the M6 Phillips head screws and M6 nuts packed

with the Tool Holder.

5. Slide the 2 screw covers onto both ends of Tool Holder. See Fig. 6b.

Installing Fuel Gauge Assembly

1. Unscrew the M18x1.5 and M8x1.25 nuts from the Pressure Cylinder. See Fig. 7a.

2. Unscrew and remove the Fixing Ring from the Dial. See Fig. 7a.

Insert the end with Pressure Cylinder through the notched hole on right Side Shelf. See Fig. 7b.

Turn the Dial until it matches the notched hole,

and push it into the hole.

NOTCHED HOLE FOR THE DIAL OF

FUEL GAUGE

Figure 6b

TOOL HOLDER

NARROW SECTION

Figure 7a

Screw the Fixing Ring back to the Dial from the Pressure Cylinder side. See Fig. 7c,

Insert the Pressure Cylinder into Pressure Cyl- inder Holder, and secure using the detached

M18xl.5 nut. See Fig. 8.

Attach Tank Hook to the lower thread of Pressure

Cylinder, and secure firmly using the detached

M8x1.25 nut. Once tank is connected, the dial

will indicate amount of gas in tank.

Figure 8

CYLINDER

• ._J

_ANK HCOK

TANK GUIDE

PRESSURE

Figure 7b

DIAL

Figure 7c

FIXING RING

HOLE

PRESSURE CYLINDER

DiAL

PRESSURE

10 CYLINDER

FIXING RING

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