KitchenAid KFGS306VSS, KFGU706VSS, KFGS366VSS, KFGU766VSS Instruction Sheet

LP GAS AND HIGH ALTITUDE CONVERSION

INSTRUCTIONS

For KFGU and KFGS Model Series

INSTRUCTIONS DE CONVERSION - GAZ PROPANE

ET ALTITUDE ÉLEVÉE

Pour séries de modèles KFGU et KFGS

Table of Contents/Table des matières

COOKTOP SAFETY........................................................................	1
Tools and Parts ............................................................................	2
Convert from Natural Gas to LP Gas...........................................	3
Convert from LP Gas to Natural Gas...........................................	5
Lighting the Electronic Igniters ....................................................	7
Flame Height Adjustment.............................................................	7
Complete Burner Adjustment ......................................................	8

SÉCURITÉ DE LA TABLE DE CUISSON	......................................9
OUTILLAGE ET PIÈCES...............................................................	10
Conversion de Gaz naturel à Propane.......................................	11
Conversion de Propane à Gaz naturel.......................................	13
Allumeurs électroniques - allumage...........................................	15
Réglage de la taille des flammes ...............................................	15
Achever le réglage des brûleurs.................................................	16

COOKTOP SAFETY

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.

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:

DANGER

WARNING

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

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.

IMPORTANT:

Installer: Leave installation instructions with the homeowner.

Homeowner: Keep installation instructions for future reference.

IMPORTANT :

Installateur : Remettre les instructions d'installation au propriétaire.

Propriétaire : Conserver les instructions d'installation pour référence ultérieure.

W10411931A

WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.

–Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

–WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

•Do not try to light any appliance.

•Do not touch any electrical switch.

•Do not use any phone in your building.

•Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

•If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

–Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

WARNING: Gas leaks cannot always be detected by smell.

Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA.

For more information, contact your gas supplier.

If a gas leak is detected, follow the “What to do if you smell gas” instructions.

In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply:

■Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by the State of Massachusetts.

■If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type.

■A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts necessary for correct LP gas conversion.

Tools needed

■Flat-blade screwdriver

■³⁄" (#0 [2.0 mm]) flat-blade screwdriver (screwdriver shaft must be a minimum of 2" [5.1 cm] long)

■Adjustable wrench

■7.0 mm nut driver

■7.0 mm wrench

Parts supplied

■LP orifice package (W10418070)

■Conversion instructions (W10411931A)

■Conversion label (W10418075)

High Altitude Conversion

To convert the cooktop for elevations above 6,560 ft (1999.5 m), order a High Altitude Conversion Kit.

■Part Number W10418078 - LP high altitude

■Part Number W10418080 - Natural gas high altitude

To order, see the “Assistance or Service” section of the Use and Care Guide.

IMPORTANT: Gas conversions from Natural gas to LP gas must be done by a qualified installer. Before proceeding with conversion, shut off the gas supply to the cooktop prior to disconnecting the electrical power.

WARNING

This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualified service agency in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and all applicable codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire, explosion or production of carbon monoxide may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. The qualified service agency is responsible for the proper installation of this kit. The installation is not proper and complete until the operation of the converted appliance is checked as specified in the manufacturer's instructions supplied with this kit.

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line.

Install a shut-off valve.

Securely tighten all gas connections.

If connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure gas pressure does not exceed 14" (36 cm) water column.

Examples of a qualified person include:

licensed heating personnel,

authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Convert from Natural Gas to LP Gas

1.Turn manual shutoff valve to the closed position.

2.Unplug cooktop or disconnect power.

A.To cooktop

B.Shutoff valve (closed position)

C.Gas supply line

To Convert Gas Pressure Regulator

A.Access cap

B.Rear of cooktop

C.Gas pressure regulator

D.Gas flow

3.Determine the type of regulator you have:

Style 1: The cap has a slot and “NAT” printed on it.

Remove access cap by using a flat-blade screwdriver or coin, turning the access cap counterclockwise.

The gas pressure regulator has 2 settings that are stamped on either side of the cap. Turn the cap and reinstall into regulator with the stamp “LP” visible from the outside of the regulator.

Style 2: The cap does not have a slot and requires a wrench to be removed.

Remove the access cap by using a wrench, turning the access cap counterclockwise.

Remove spring retainer from the cap by pushing against the flat side of the spring retainer. Look at the spring retainer to locate the “NAT” or “LP” position. Turn over the spring retainer so the “LP” is showing on the bottom. Snap the spring retainer back into the cap. Reinstall the cap onto the regulator.

E	D	C
A. Access cap		D. LP position
B. Gasket		E. NAT position

C.Gas pressure regulator

4.Test the gas pressure regulator and gas supply line.

The regulator must be checked at a minimum 1" (2.5 cm) water column above the set pressure. The inlet pressure to the regulator should be as follows for operation and checking the regulator setting:

LP Gas:

Minimum pressure 10" (25.4 cm) W.C.P. Supply pressure 14" (35.5 cm) W.C.P.

Gas Supply Pressure Testing

Line pressure testing above ½ psi gauge (14" WCP)

The cooktop and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of

½psi (3.5 kPa).

Line pressure testing at ½ psi gauge (14" WCP) or lower

The cooktop 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 ½ psi (3.5 kPa).

5. If installed, remove the burner grates.

Use the following charts to match the correct gas orifice spud with the burner location and model being converted.

LP Gas Orifice Spud Chart

Burner	Color	Stamp	Size
Rating		(A)

5,000 BTU	White	066	0.66 mm
	(no color)
6,000 BTU	Green	074	0.74 mm
8,000 BTU	Yellow	083	0.83 mm
9,100 BTU	Black	089	0.89 mm
11,000 BTU	Orange	097	0.97 mm
12,000 BTU				A
Outer	No color	094		A
Outer	No color	094	0.94 mm
Inner	No color	45	0.45 mm
Inner	No color	45	0.45 mm
14,000 BTU
14,000 BTU
Outer	No color	101	1.01 mm
Inner	No color	45	0.45 mm
Inner	No color	45	0.45 mm
16,000 BTU			A. Size stamp
Outer	No color	110	1.10 mm
Inner	No color	45	0.45 mm

Burner Models

Model	Right	Right	Center	Center	Left	Left rear
No.	front	rear	(outer)	(inner)	front

KFGS306	089	074	094	45	083	066
	Black	Green	No color	No color	Yellow	White
						(no color)

KFGS366	089	074	101	45	089	066
	Black	Green	No color	No color	Black	White
						(no color)

KFGU706	097	074	094	45	083	066
	Orange	Green	No color	No color	Yellow	White
						(no color)

KFGU766	089	074	110	45	097	066
	Black	Green	No color	No color	Orange	White
						(no color)

High Altitude Conversions

IMPORTANT: You must convert LP gas with LP gas high altitude kit Part Number W10418078 or Natural gas with Natural gas high altitude kit Part Number W10418080. If you need to convert LP gas to Natural gas high altitude or Natural gas to LP gas high altitude, you must convert the pressure regulator. For this you must follow steps 1, 2 and 3 of the respective conversion that you need.

LP Gas Orifice Spud Chart for High Altitude Conversion

	Burner Rating		Stamp (A)	Size

	5,000 BTU		062	0.62 mm
	6,000 BTU		070	0.70 mm
	8,000 BTU		079	0.79 mm
	9,100 BTU		085	0.85 mm
	11,000 BTU		092	0.92 mm
	12,000 BTU						A
	12,000 BTU
	Outer		089	0.89 mm
	Outer		089	0.89 mm
	Inner		45	0.45 mm
	14,000 BTU


	Outer		097	0.97 mm
	Outer		097	0.97 mm
	Inner		45	0.45 mm
	16,000 BTU					A. Size stamp
	Outer		101	1.01 mm
	Inner		45	0.45 mm

Burner Models

	Model	Right	Right	Center	Center	Left	Left
	No.	front	rear	(outer)	(inner)	front	rear

	KFGS306	085	070	089	45	079	062

	KFGS366	085	070	097	45	085	062

	KFGU706	092	070	089	45	079	062

	KFGU766	085	070	101	45	092	062

KitchenAid KFGS306VSS, KFGU706VSS, KFGS366VSS, KFGU766VSS Instruction Sheet

Burner locations

A. Left front	D. Right rear
B. Left rear	E. Right front

C.Center

6.Remove all burner caps and burner bases.

A
B	D
B
C
D

	C
Center Burner	Standard Burner
A. Inner burner cap	A. Burner cap
B. Outer burner cap	B. Igniter electrode
C. Gas tube opening	C. Burner base
D. Burner base	D. Gas tube opening

7.To Convert Right or Left Burners:

■Insert 7.0 mm nut driver down onto the gas orifice spud

■Set gas orifice spud aside.

■Replace with correct LP gas orifice spud. See the LP Gas Orifice Spud Charts.

8.To Convert Center Burners:

■Use 7.0 mm wrench to loosen and remove the orifice spud (C).

■Replace with correct LP gas orifice spud. See the LP Gas Orifice Spud Charts.

A B

B A

A.Igniter electrode

B.Orifice holder

C.Orifice spud

9.Place Natural gas orifice spuds in plastic parts bag for future use and keep with package containing literature.

10.Replace sheet of insulation.

11.Replace burner bases and burner caps.

IMPORTANT: The igniter electrode is ceramic and could break during conversion. Be sure that the electrode comes through the hole in the burner smoothly while replacing the burner base.

A B

A.Burner cap

B.Electrode

C.Burner base

12.Open shutoff valve in the gas supply line. The valve is open when the handle is parallel to the gas pipe.

13.Plug in cooktop or reconnect power.

REMEMBER: Once you have completed converting all of the cooktop burners, test the cooktop for leaks by brushing on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. If bubbles appear, a leak is indicated. Correct any leaks found.

14.Adjust single and dual valve according to “Flame Height Adjustment” section.

Convert from LP Gas to Natural Gas

1.Turn manual shutoff valve to the closed position.

2.Unplug cooktop or disconnect power.

3.Determine the type of regulator you have:

Style 1: The cap has a slot and “LP” printed on it.

Remove access cap by using a flat-blade screwdriver or coin, turning the access cap counterclockwise.

The gas pressure regulator has 2 settings which are stamped on either side of the cap. Turn the cap and reinstall into regulator with the stamp “NAT” visible from the outside of the regulator.

NAT

Style 2: The cap does not have a slot and requires a wrench to be removed.

Remove the access cap by using a wrench, turning the access cap counterclockwise.

Remove spring retainer from the cap by pushing against the flat side of the spring retainer. Look at the spring retainer to locate the “LP” or “NAT” position. Turn over the spring retainer so the “NAT” is showing on the bottom. Snap the spring retainer back into the cap. Reinstall the cap onto the regulator.

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