Kenmore 141.1786, Elite 141.168600, Elite 141.178600 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual

E L I T E

Liquid Propane Gas Grill

Model141,168600

Natural Gas Grill

Model141.178600

L_ 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 grin 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 ina convenient place

for future reference.

Manufacturer's Customer Service Helpline: If there are damaged or missing parts when you unpack this unit fromthe shippingbox, oryou have questionsabout assembly, call us 8am - 8pm CST, Monday through Friday at:

1-888-317-7642

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

P47AIA- Date:01/10/2001

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

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

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

Hardware, Parts Diagram and Lists....5

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

Lighting Instructions ................................. 17

Cleaning and Maintenance Instructions. 19

Frequently Asked Questions ................ 21

Cooking Instructions ............................... 22

Cooking Guide and Recipes ............... 23

Full 1-Year Warranty on Grill For one year from the date of purchase Sears

witl 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, Bears 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)

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

/_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 gdll models are designed for use with a standard 20 lb. Liquid Propane Gas (LP gas)

tank, not included with grin 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.

The LP gas tank must be constructed and

marked in accordance with specific_ations 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.

2 Sears, Roebuck and Co.

PrOlmr Placement and Clearance of Grill Nevw use your gas grillin a garage, porch, shed, b_way or any other enclosed area. Your gas grill is

to I_used outdoors only, at least 24 inches from the back 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 mound the gas grill housing.

Thiseutdoor gas grill isnot intended to be installed in or ommcraational vehicles and/or boats.

/ WARNING

Failure to comply with these instructions ¢muld result in a fire or explosion that

¢mald cause serious bodily injury, death,

m" property damage.

• Never connect an unregulated LP gas tank to jour gas gdll. 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

i=opane gas dealer and visually inspected and m-qualified at each filling.

• Never fill the gas tank beyond 80% full.

Nave your propane gas dealer check the release valve after every filling to ensure that

it remains free of defects.

• Aways keep LP gas tanks in an upright

position.

• DOnot store (or use) gasoline or other flammable wapors and liquids in the vicinityof this gas grill.

• /m LP gas tank that is not connected for use must

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

• Do notsubjectthe LP gas tankto 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.

• [P 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.

• _up,_:;_your gas grill iS not in use the gas

l,:;:_t be turned off at the LP gas tank.

• "lhe 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 ddpping 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 1-800-4-MY-HOME for a Sears authorized replacement hose.

• Never light your gas gdll 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.

/ WARNING

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 gdll 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 gdll

burner tubes during t]'ansit 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.

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 grill, and at least once a

month in late summer or eady 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 reducethe chanceof "FLASH-BACK"(see CAUTIONon page3) cleantheburnertubesand burnersbefore 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:

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 debris.

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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.

/ WARNING

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

ORIFICE BURNER TUBE

Figure 1 GAS COLLECTOR BOX

SPARK ELECTRODEAS-

SEMBLY B_NER BURNEi PORT

TOCLEANBURNERTUBE, _ _ _ c_o o o o o o o o ooo c"_o'_> o o _ o o _ o ,,n _ ,, _--_

INSERT HOOK HERE [---- _ "_'=_'J='_ _ _ _ I

BURNER TUBE COl-rER BIN

• Size 2 phillips screwdriver

• Size 4 phillips screwdriver

• Adjustable wrench

• Long nose pliers

• Open-end wrench, 11/16" 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. Component Qty. to Use

H005 1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw 4

H008 1/4" Nut 4 H001 318" Wheel Bolt 2

H002 Spring Washer 2 H003 3/8" Nut 2

H005 1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw 3 H008 1/4" Nut 3

H005 1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw 7 H008 1/4" Nut 7

H005 1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw 4 H008 1/4" Nut 4

H007 M4x6mm Phillips Head Screw 4

H006 1/4"x5/8" Part-Threaded Bolt 4 H005 1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw 2

H008 1/4" Nut 2 H005 1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw 2

H008 1/4" Nut 2 H005 1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw 4

H012 1/4"xl-3/8" Phillips Head Screw 4 H009 1/4" Lock Nut 4

H004 1/4"x3/4" Phillips Head Screw 8

P0239A Door Handle 2 P5589A Magnetic Door Stop 2

P8080A AA BaKery 1

H015 M6 Phillips Head Screw 2 H016 M6 Nut 2

H013 M18x1.5 Nut 1

H014 M8x1.25 Nut

H005 1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw

Purpose of Components

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

J i Install

Install Install Install

Install

Side Shelf and Side Burner To Cart To Front Doors To Cart

To Electric Ignitor

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

Spring Washer

Qty. 2 Qty. 2 Ref. # HO01

Ref, # H002

M6 Phillips Head Screw

3/8" Nut Qty. 2

Qty. 2 Ref. # H015(packed with

1/4"x3/4" Phillips 1/4"xl/2" Phillips 114"x5/8" Part- M4x6mm Phillips

Head Screw Head Screw Threaded Bolt Head Screw

Qty. 8 Qty. 28 (4 for LPG) Qty. 4 Qty. 4 Ref. # H0O4 Ref. # HO05 Ref. # H006 Ref. # HO07

Door Handle Part # PO239A Qty. 2 Scale 1:2

Ref. # H003 Toot Hotder)

G©

114" Nut 1/4" Lock Nut

Qty. 22 Qty. 4

Ref. # H008 Ref, # H009

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

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

M18x1.8 Nut Qty. 1 (for LPG) Ref. # H013(attached to Pressure Cylinder)

M8xl.25 Nut Qty. 1 (for LPG)

Ref. # H014(attached to Pressure Cylinder)

M6 Nut Qty. 2 Ref. # H016(packed

with Tool Holder)

114"xl-3/8" Phillips Head Screw

Qty. 4

Ref. # H012

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

25a_ (NGonly)64,_

14--

25a

21 44

(LPGonly)-_ 47

(LPGonly)

(forLPG)

(NGonly)

30b

(forNG)

REF# DESCRIPTION PART# QTY

1. Lid - Stainless Steel PO152B 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. Lid Handle P0237C 1

7. Stainless Steel Cooking Rack P1521C 1

8. Stainless Steel Cooking Grid P1645C 3

9. Stainless Steel Flame Tamer P1733A 3

10. Burner Support Bracket P2207C 1

11. Burner - main P1935A 6

12. Gas Collector Box w/ Electrode P2618A 3

13. Ignition Wire Set P2628B 1

14. Bowl Panel - Left PO751B 1

15. Bowl Panel - Right P0752B 1

16. Bowl Panel - Rear P0732A 1

17. Bowl Panel - Front P0731A 1

18. Heat Shield P2968C 1

19. Gas Valve Assembly - main 6

LPG P32C1A NG P32C2A

20. Gas Manifold P5027C 1

21. Electric Ignitor P2503C 1

22. Control Panel P2957C 1 23, Control Knob P3430A 7 24, Control Knob Seat P3430C 7

25a, Strainer Assembly P1151A 1 25b, Ice Bucket P1156A 1 25c, Insulation Bucket P1157A 1

26. Grease Draining Tray P2736C 1

27. Grease Receptacle P2717C 1

28. Insert Plate - Stainless Steel P1131B 2

29. Side Shelf P1131E 1 30a. Side Burner Body-outer (for LPG) Pl137C 1 3Ob. Side Burner Body-outer (for NG) P1137B 1

31. Bottom Shelf of Cabinet P1040A 1

32. Cart Legs - Castor Side PO932A 1

33. Cart Legs - Wheel Side PO832A 1

34. Drawer P8078A 1

35. Magnetic Door Stop P5589A 2

36. Castor Seat P4521A 2

37. Castor P5109A 2

38. Regulator and Hose (LPG only) P3632E 1

39. Wheel Hub - Graphite P5113C 2

40. Wheel - Graphite P5106D 2

41. Pressure Cylinder Holder P4033C 1 (LPG only)

42. Tank Hook (LPG only) P4033A 1

REF#

43.

44.

45.

46.

47.

48.

49.

50.

51.

52.

53.

54.

55.

56.

57.

58.

59.

60.

DESCRIPTION PART# QTY Tank Guide (LPG only) P4033B 1 AA Battery P8080A 1

Heat-Insulating Spacer P5573A 2 Fuel Gauge Assembly (LPG only) P80FgB 1 Fixing Ring (LPG only) P80F9C 1 Tool Holder P55B6B 1 Screw Cover P55B6C 2 Tool Hook P55B6D 5 Rain Shield P8OD5A 6 Rear Panel P4325A 1 Top Panel of Cabinet P1040B 1 Front Door P4328A 2 Door Handle P0239A 2 Pot Support P80C6A 1 Side Burner Body - Inner P2323B 1

Electrode Assembly P2627A 1 Burner Assembly - Side Burner P1920A 1 Gas Valve Assembly - Side Burner 1

LPG P3298E

NG P32C3A

61. Gas Valve Bracket P80C9A 1

62. Connection Tube P3983E 1

63. N.G_ 12' Hose Kit (NG only) P3718A 1

64. Air Shutter (NG only) P80C7A 6

65. Rear Wind Shield P8099A 1

66. Heat Shield of Cooler P2971A 1

-- Owner's Manual P47A1A 1

-- Hardware Pack (contents pg 5/6) P55E9A 1

If there are damaged or missing parts when you

unpack thisunitfrom theshippingbox,oryou have

questions about assembly, call us 8am - 8pro CST,

Monday through 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. The following

inform_'_nn is required to assure you receive the con'_ . Jrts:

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

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 void your product warranty.

Before assembling your gas gdll, use the parts list to check that all necesean/ 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 dudng 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 assembty.

CAUTION: While it is possible for one person to assemble

this gas grill, obtain assistance from another person when handling some of the larger, 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 Legs- Castor 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-Wheel Side to the

other side of Bottom Shelf by using the same- sized screws and nuts.

2. InstaU Rear Panel to inside of Side Panels using

3 of the 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 11116" wrench. See

Fig. 2.

4. 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 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 fronL 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"xl/2" Phillips head screws and nuts provided.

Figure I

CASTOR S_T

HOLE_ DOORSTOP

Figure 2

)RAWER CHANNEL

BOTTOM SHELF OF CABINET-

Parts List Item #31

IMPORTANT:

The 90 degree

lipof Bottom Shelfshouldbe

on outsideof Side Pane|.

CASTOR

Figure 3

HOLESFOR DOOR

WHEEL

WHEELHUB

IMPORTANT:

The 90 degree

lip of Top Shelf should be on outside of Rear

Panel.

/ Lb_TOP PANEL OF

'/ CABINET-Parts

/ List Item #53

SIDE PANEL

Assembling The Cabinet Doors

1. tnstall 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.

Figure 4

2, If you haven't already done so, remove the

white protective film fi'om 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.

OF CART LEGS

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 5

BOTTOM SHELF

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

UPPER DOOR

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

When the top edge of the cabinet doors do not line-up DOORHANDLE your grill cart needs to be leveled. This step is often required after initial assembly and when your grillhas 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.

TAPPED HOLE

FRONT DOOR

LOWER DOOR

BOLT HOLE

TOP PANEL OF CABINET

Assembling The LP Gas Tank Hook

Attach Ihe Pressure Cylinder Holder and Tank Guide to the Cart Legs-Wheal Side of grill as shown in Fig. 6. Align the tapped holes of both parts v4h the holes on Side Panel, Secure firmly using 4 of the 1/4"xl/2" Phillips head screws and nuts provided,

Assembling The Grill Drawer

1. Install 2 of the 1/4"xl/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 st_os. See Fig. 7.

3. Install 2 of the 1/4"x112" Phillips head screws to the front of the Drawer Track, This impor- tant step prevents the drawer from being

pulled outside the tracks. See Fig. 7.

Figure 6

Figure 7

SIDE

TANK GUIDE

PRESSURE

HOLDER

Installing The Grill Head

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 Gdll 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

braoe of cart. Raise Grill Lid and insert 4 ()f 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, 8.

3. Center the Grease Receptacle under Grease

Draining Tray. See Fig. 8.

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

GRILL HEAD

CROSS BRACE =

GREASE

RECEPTACLE

. _" GREASE

DEAIN_NG TRAY

HANG LEDGE

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