KitchenAid KFGR270, KFGR274, KFGR364, KFGN274, KFGN364 Installation Instructions And Use And Care Manual
Part No.8285350
Installation Instructions and
Use and Care Guide
IMPORTANT:
Installer: Leave Installation Instructions with the consumer.
Consumer: Keep Installation Instructions for future reference.
Save Installation Instructions for local electrical inspector’s use.
Write the model and serial numbers in space provided below before
installing or using outdoor grill.The numbers are stamped on the
identification label located on the underside of grill drip tray. It is also
located on the model/serial number plate, located on heat shield
behind control panel close to the smoker box.
Model # __________________________
Serial #___________________________
IMPORTANT:
Read and save these instructions.
For the way it’s made
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27" (68.6 cm) and 36" (91.4 cm)
Outdoor Grills
(Portable and Built-in — non-combustible construction)
Quick Reference
Table of Contents:
Pages
Before you start
Product dimensions
Built-In installation dimensions
Gas supply requirements
Rotisserie electrical requirements
Installation steps – Portable models
Installation steps – Built-In models
Checking/adjusting burners
Use and Care Information
Grilling tips & chart
Rotisserie tips & chart
Cleaning
Warranty
Requesting Assistance or Service
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10 - 12
12 - 14
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16 - 17
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19 - 20
27" (68.6 cm)
Portable without
rotisserie shown
Models
KFGR270
KFGR274
KFGR364
Models
KFGN274
KFGN364
27" (68.6 cm)
Built-In with
rotisserie shown
1. Do not install por table or built-in grills
in or on a recreational vehicle,
portable trailer, boat or in any other
moving installation.
2. Always maintain minimum clearances
from combustible construction, see
“Location requirements” section.
3.The outdoor cooking gas appliance
shall not be located under overhead
combustible construction.
4.This outdoor cooking gas appliance
shall be used only outdoors and shall
not be used in a building, garage, or
any other enclosed area.
5. Keep any electrical supply cord and
fuel supply hose away from any
heated surfaces.
6. Keep outdoor cooking and appliance
area clear and free from combustible
materials, gasoline and other
flammable vapors and liquids.
7. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion
and ventilation air. Keep the ventilation
openings of the cylinder enclosure free
and clear from debris.
8. Inspect the gas cylinder supply hose
before each use of the grill. If the
hose shows excessive abrasion or
wear, or is cut, it MUST be replaced
before using the grill. Contact your
dealer and use only replacement
hoses specified for use with the grill.
9.Visually check the burner flames.
They should be blue.Slight yellow
tipping is normal for L.P. gas.
10. Check and clean burner/venturi tube
for insects and insect nest.A clogged
tube can lead to fire under the grill.
11.The L.P. gas supply cylinder to be
used must be:
• constructed and marked in
accordance with the Specification
for L.P. Gas Cylinders of the U.S.
Department of Transportation (DOT)
or the National Standard of Canada,
CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinders, Spheres,
and Tubes for Transportation of
Dangerous Goods; and Commission.
• provided with a listed overfilling
prevention device.
• provided with a cylinder connection
device compatible with the connection for outdoor grill appliances.
12. Always check connections for leaks
each time you connect and
disconnect the L.P. gas supply
cylinder.See “Installation
Instructions” section.
13.When the outdoor cooking gas
appliance is not in use, the gas must
be turned off at the supply cylinder.
14. Storage of an outdoor gas grill
appliance indoors is permissible only
if the cylinder is disconnected and
removed from the outdoor gas grill.
15. Cylinders must be stored outdoors
and out of the reach of children and
must not be stored in a building,
garage, or any other enclosed area.
16.The pressure regulator and hose
assembly supplied with the outdoor
gas grill must be used. Replacement
pressure regulator and hose
assembly part number listed in
the “Installation Instructions” section.
17.The cylinder supply system must be
arranged for proper vapor
withdrawal.
18. Gas cylinder must include a collar to
protect the cylinder valve.
Before you start...
You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don’t follow
instructions.
DANGER
Your safety and the safety of
others are very important.
We have provided many important
safety messages in this manual and
on your appliance.Always read and
obey all safety messages.
All safety messages will tell you what
the potential hazard is, tell you how to
reduce the chance of injury, and tell
you what can happen if the
instructions are not followed.
You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don’t immediatel
y
follow instructions.
WARNING
For grills that are to be used at
elevations above 2000 feet, orifice
conversion is required. See “Gas
supply requirements” section.
It is the responsibility of the installer to
comply with the minimum installation
clearances specified on the model/serial
rating plate.The model/ser ial rating plate
can be found on the heat shield behind
control panel, close to smoker box.
WARNING: If the information
in this manual is not followed
exactly, a fire causing death
or serious injury may occur.
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Copies of the standards listed may be obtained
from:
National Fire Protection Association
One Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley Rd.
Cleveland, Ohio 44131-5575
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to
potential hazards that can kill
or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the
safety alert symbol and either the word
“DANGER” or “WARNING”.These
words mean:
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the
appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. Open lid.
4. If odor continues,
immediately call your gas
supplier or your fire
department.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
1. Do not store or use
gasoline or other
flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
2. An L.P. cylinder not
connected for use shall not
be stored in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
IMPORTANT:
This grill is manufactured for
outdoor use only.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
If the following information is not
followed exactly, a fire causing death or
serious injury may occur.
• Do not store a spare LP-gas cylinder
under or near this grill.
• Never fill the cylinder beyond 80
percent full.
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Tools and parts
needed for Built-in
(non-combustible
construction)
installations
Location
requirements
Parts supplied
• convertible regulator set for 4" W.C. natural
gas, 11" W.C.L.P. gas (attached to
manifold)
Parts needed
The portable grills are manufactured
for use with L.P./Propane gas.
To convert to Natural gas, Gas
Conversion Kit no. 4396311
must
be
used. Instructions included with kit.
• To connect to a fixed L.P./propane gas
supply, you must purchase Convertible
Regulator Kit No.4396424 from your
dealer.
Parts needed
The built-in grills are manufactured for
use with natural gas.
To convert to L.P./propane gas, Gas
Conversion Kit no. 4396312 must be
used. Follow Instructions included with kit.
• level
• small flat-blade screwdriver
• flat-blade screwdriver
• Phillips screwdriver
• tape measure or ruler
• slip-joint pliers
• pipe wrench
• scissors or cutting pliers to remove
tiedowns
Materials required:
• gas line shutoff valve
• 1/2" male pipe thread nipple for connection
to pressure regulator
• L.P. gas-resistant pipe-joint compound
• AGA or CSA design-certified flexible
stainless steel appliance connector
[4-5 ft. (1.2-1.5 m)] or rigid gas supply line
as needed
• non-corrosive leak detection solution
Tools and parts
needed for Portable
installations
Parts supplied
• hose and regulator assembly set for 11"
W.C. L.P. gas (attached to manifold)
• 20 lb.L.P. tank (empty) – requires purging
and L.P. gas fill by certified L.P. gas fill
station
• level
• small flat-blade screwdriver
• flat-blade screwdriver
• Phillips screwdriver
• tape measure or ruler
• slip-joint pliers
• adjustable wrench
• scissors or cutting pliers to remove
tiedowns
Materials required:
• non-corrosive leak detection solution
Select a location
that provides minimum
exposure to wind and traffic paths.The
location should be away from strong draft
areas.
Do not obstruct flow of combustion and
ventilation air.
If you plan to use a
combustible enclosure,
return this unit and replace it with the
model which is manufactured for use in a
combustible enclosure.
Clearance to combustible construction
for built-in (non-combustible
construction) and portable grills:
A minimum of 12" (30.5 cm) must be
maintained between the grill hood, sides
and back and any combustible construction.
A 12" (30.5 cm) minimum clearance must
also be maintained below the cooking
surface and any combustible construction.
Rotisserie
If your model is equipped with a
rotisserie, 6" (15.2 cm) minimum
clearance on each end is needed for the
motor and skewer.
A grounded, 3-prong outlet located to the
left of the grill is required. (See “Electrical
requirements” section.)
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Do not use grill near combustible
materials.
Do not store combustible materials
near grill.
Doing so can result in death or fire.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Do not store fuel tank in a garage or
indoors.
Do not store grill with fuel tank in a
garage or indoors.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death, explosion, or fire.
The California Safe Drinking Water and
Toxic Enforcement Act requires the
Governor of California to publish a list
of substances known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm, and
requires businesses to warn of potential
exposure to such substances.
WARNING:This product contains a
chemical known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
This appliance can cause low-level
exposure to some of the substances
listed, including benzene, crystalline
silica, carbon monoxide, toluene, and
soot.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Do not install this grill on or near
combustible materials.
Doing so can result in death or fire.
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Product Dimensions
Built-in Installation
Dimensions
(non-combustible
enclosure)
36"
(91.4 cm)
portable
models
24-5/8"
(62.5 cm)
34"
(86.4 cm)
11-1/8"
(28.3 cm)
3-5/8"
(9.2 cm)
1/2"
male NPT
locking front
casters
side tray*side tray*
*Not all models have side trays.
23" (58.4 cm)
25-1/2" (64.8 cm)
26" (66.0 cm)
27" (68.6 cm), or
36" (91.4 cm)
Portable and Built-in models
Enclosure and clearance dimensions
that are
shown must be used. Given dimensions provide
required clearances.
The installation of this grill must conform with the
current standards CSA-Z21.58a-1998*, or with
local codes.
For installations in a
non-combustible
enclosure
, the grill drops into the opening and
is supported by its side flanges. Do not use a
bottom support.
Copies of the standards listed may
be obtained from:
*CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley Rd.
Cleveland, Ohio 44131-5575
A
22"
(57.2 cm)
2-1/4"
(5.7 cm)
7-3/8"
(18.7 cm)
gas line
location at
rear of grill
6" (15.2 cm)
min. clearance
for rotisserie
12" (30.5 cm)
minimum to
any accessory
2" (5.1 cm)
minimum to
open hood
counter or support surfaces
must be level
10-7/8"
(27.0 cm)
19"
(48.3 cm)
35-1/2"
(90.2 cm)
1-1/8"
(2.9 cm)
Grill size A B
27" (68.6 cm) 26" (66.7 cm) 25-1/4" (64.1 cm)
36" (91.4 cm) 35" (89.5 cm) 34-1/4" (87.0 cm)
Non-combustible enclosure installations
12"
(30.5 cm)
12"
(30.5 cm)
Clearance to combustible construction for built-in (non-combustible construction) and portable grills:
A minimum of 12" (30.5 cm) must be maintained between the grill hood, sides and back and any combustible construction.
A 12" (30.5 cm) minimum clearance must also be maintained below the cooking surface and any combustible construction.
optional custom
access doors
B
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Do not install this grill on or near
combustible materials.
Doing so can result in death or fire.
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Line pressure testing:
Testing above 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa) or
14 inches (35.5 cm) W.C. (gauge)
The grill and its individual shutoff valve
must be disconnected from the gas
supply piping system during any pressure
testing of that system at test pressures
greater than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
Testing below 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa) or
14 inches (35.5 cm) W.C. (gauge) or
lower
The grill must be isolated from the gas
supply piping system by closing its
individual manual shutoff valve during any
pressure testing of the gas supply piping
system at test pressures equal to or less
than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
Gas supply
requirements
Observe all governing codes and
ordinances.
Important: Grill must be connected to
a regulated gas supply.
• Input ratings shown on the model/serial
rating plate are for elevations up to 2,000
feet (610 m). For elevations above 2,000
feet (610 m), ratings are reduced at a
rate of 4% for each 1,000 feet (305 m)
above sea level. Or ifice conversion is
required. Contact KitchenAid Assistance
Center.
• Refer to the model/serial rating plate for
information on the type of gas that can
be used. If this information does not
agree with the type of gas available,
check with your local gas supplier.
No attempt shall be made to convert
the grill from the gas specified on the
model/serial rating plate for use with a
different gas type without consulting the
serving gas supplier.The conversion
kits specified must be used.
Portable Grills
L.P. Gas:
This grill is equipped for use with a L.P.
gas fuel tank. It is design-cer tified by CSA
International for local L.P. gas supply or
for Natural gas with appropriate
conversion.
L.P. gas from a local L.P. gas supply:
IMPORTANT:
The gas installation must
conform with local codes, or in the
absence of local codes, with the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
The qualified L.P. gas technician shall
provide the L.P. gas supply to the
selected grill location in accordance with
the National Fuel Gas Code, NFPA 54
and local codes.
Natural gas conversion:
Conversion must be made by a qualified
gas technician.
The qualified natural gas
technician shall provide the natural gas
supply to the selected grill location in
accordance with the National Fuel Gas
Code NFPA 54 and local codes. For
conversion to Natural gas, the Natural
gas conversion kit must be used.
IMPORTANT:
The gas installation must
conform with local codes, or in the
absence of local codes, with the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
To convert to Natural gas, the Natural
Gas Conversion Kit No. 4396311 must be
used, Instructions are included with the
kit.
L.P. GAS:
Operating pressure:
11 inches (27.9 cm) W.C.
Supply pressure: 11 to 14 inches
(27.9 to 35.5 cm) W.C.
NATURAL GAS:
Set pressure 4 inches (10.2 cm) W.C.
Supply pressure 7-14 inches
17.8 cm to 35.5 cm) W.C. maximum.
L.P. gas conversion from a local L.P. gas
supply:
Conversion must be made by a qualified
gas technician.
The qualified natural gas
technician shall provide the L.P. gas
supply to the selected grill location in
accordance with the National Fuel Gas
Code NFPA 54 and local codes.To
convert to L.P. gas, the L.P. Gas
Conversion Kit No. 4396312 must be
used. Follow Instructions included with kit.
L.P. gas conversion using a L.P. fuel tank:
To convert to L.P. gas, the L.P. Gas
Conversion Kit No. 4396312 must be
used. Follow Instructions included with kit.
A L.P. gas cylinder, not larger than 20
pounds, must be purchased separately.
NATURAL GAS:
Set pressure 4 inches (10.2 cm) W.C.
Supply pressure 7-14 inches
17.8 cm to 35.5 cm) W.C. maximum.
L.P. GAS:
Operating pressure:
11 inches (27.9 cm) W.C.
Supply pressure: 11 to 14 inches
(27.9 to 35.5 cm) W.C.
to grill
shutoff valve
“open” position
gas supply
line
The supply line shall be equipped with an
approved shutoff valve.This valve should
be located in the same area as the grill
and should be in a location that allows
ease of opening and closing. Do not block
access to the shutoff valve.The valve is
for turning on or shutting off gas to the
appliance.
Built-in Grills –
non-combustible construction
Natural Gas:
Built-in grill models are equipped for use
with Natural gas.They are design-cer tified
by CSA International for L.P. (propane or
butane) gases with appropriate
conversion.
Built-in models are set for natural gas use
and have a pressure regulator with 1/2"
female pipe threads.
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Rotisserie electrical
requirements
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death, fire, or electrical
shock.
WARNING
If codes permit and a separate ground
wire is used, it is recommended that a
qualified electrician determine that the
ground path is adequate.
Check with a qualified electrician if
you are not sure whether the grill is
properly grounded.
Do not ground to a gas pipe.
A 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15-ampere,
electrical supply is required.
Recommended ground method
A grounded 3-prong outdoor outlet
grounded in accordance with the National
Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70** or
Canadian Electrical Code (C22.1*) — and
local codes and ordinances.
Copies of the standards listed above may be
obtained from:
*CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley Rd.
Cleveland, Ohio 44131-5575
** National Fire Protection Association
One Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
3-prong polarized
ground-type outdoor
outlet
power
supply cord
3-prong
ground plug
ground
prong
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