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Kenmore 141.1686 Owner's Manual
Kenmore 141.1686 Owner's Manual

Kenmore 141.1686 Owner's Manual

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Liquid Propane Gas Grill
Model141,168600
Natural Gas Grill
Model141.178600
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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 from the shipping box, or you have
questions about 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

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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual Liquid Propane Gas Grill Model141,168600 Natural Gas Grill Model141.178600 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.
  • Page 2 Warranty ... Safety Instructions Pre-Assembly Instructions Hardware, Parts Diagram Assembly Instructions Lighting Instructions Cleaning and Maintenance Frequently Asked Questions Cooking Instructions Cooking Guide 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.
  • Page 3 PrOlmr Placement and Clearance of Grill Nevw use your gas grill in 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.
  • Page 4 To reducethe chanceof "FLASH-BACK" (see CAUTION on page3) clean the burnertubesand burners before fully assembling the cotter pin from the rear underside 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...
  • Page 5 The following table illustrates a breakdown in the various stages of assembly. Ref. Component H005 1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw H008 1/4" Nut H001 318" Wheel Bolt H002 Spring Washer H003 3/8" Nut H005 1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw H008 1/4" Nut H005 1/4"x1/2"...
  • Page 6 Actual Size and Quantity of Each Hardware 3/8" Wheel Bolt Qty. 2 Ref. # HO01 1/4"x3/4" Phillips 1/4"xl/2" Phillips Head Screw Head Screw Qty. 8 Qty. 28 (4 for LPG) Ref. # H0O4 Ref. # HO05 Door Handle Part # PO239A Qty.
  • Page 7 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 = Natural Gas 25a_ (NG only)64,_ 14-- 21 44 (LPGonly)-_ (LPG only) (LPGonly)
  • Page 8 1-800-366-PART P1137B P1040A To make sure you obtain the correct replacement parts for your Kenmore Elite gas grill, please refer PO932A to the part numbers on this page. The following PO832A inform_ '_nn is required to assure you receive the...
  • Page 9 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...
  • Page 10: Door Handle

    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. 2, If you haven't already done so, remove the white protective film fi'om the stainless steel Doors.
  • Page 11 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"...
  • Page 12 Installing Side Burner and Side Shelf 1. Remove and discard the protective rubber boots from the Side Shelf and Side Bumer braces. 2. Enlisting the aid of an assistant, attach Side Bumer to the wheel side of gdll. Align the 4 holes on the Side Burner Frame with those holes on the Cart Legs.
  • Page 13 Installing Ice Bucket and Insulation Bucket (Cooler Body Assembly) to left Side Shelf 1. Place the stainless steel Ice Bucket into the left Side Shelf. 2. From underneath the left side shelf, install the Insulation Bucket to the bottom of ice Bucket. See Fig 9d.
  • Page 14 Installing LP Gas Fuel Gauge Assembly Unscrew the M18xl.5 and M8x1.25 nuts from the Pressure Cylinder. Unscrew and remove the Fixing Ring from the Dial. See Fig. 10a. Insert the end with Pressure Cylinder through the notched hole on right Side Shelf. See Fig.
  • Page 15 Ignitor Battery Installation - See Fig. 12 Unscrew the Ignitor Cap located on the grill Control Panel and remove the Contact and Spring from the Ignitor Slot. Place the manufacturer supplied AA battery into the Ignitor Slot. Be sure to place the positive pole facing toward you.
  • Page 16 CAUTION: When the appliance is not in use, the gas must be turned off at the supply tank. Your Kenmore use. Before the first use and at the beginning for LP Gas of each season (and whenever tank has been changed): 1.
  • Page 17 i WARNING A strong gas smell, or the h'issing sound of gas indicates a serious problem with your gas grill or Ihe LP gas tank. Failure to immedi- ately fallow the steps listed below could result in a fire or explosion that could cause seri- ous boddy injury, death, or property damage.
  • Page 18 If the grill fails to light property: 1. Turn gas off at source and turn the control knob to OFF. Wait at least five minutes for gas to clear, then retry. 2. Check gas supply and connections. Repeat lighting procedure. If your grill still fails to operate properly, turn the gas off at source, turn the control knobs to OFF, then check the...
  • Page 19 As with all appliances, proper care and maintenance will keep your grill in top operating condition and prolong its life. By following these cleaning proce- dures on a timely basis, your grill will stay clean and work properly with minimum effort. CAUTION: Be sure your grill is OFF and cool before cleaning.
  • Page 20: Burner Tube

    Cleaning The Bumer Tubes and Burner Ports To reduce the chance of "FLASH-BACK" the proce- dure below should be followed at least once a month in late summer or eady fall when spiders are most active or when your gdll has not been used for a period of time.
  • Page 21 Grill Head under the side shelf. Question: Why doesn't the hose and regulator assem- bly suppliedwith my new Kenmore Elite grillfit the older LP gas tarl rve used for years? Answer: The US. Government regulates gas appli- ances and LP gas tanks.
  • Page 22 CONGRATULATIONS Your Kenmore Elite gas grill is now ready to gdll. Remember to keep the lid open when cooking directly on the grill. For most foods it's best to start gdlling on high.
  • Page 23 Grilling Steak and Ribs Turn the grill burners on high, close the lid and preheat your grill 3 to 5 minutes. Open lid and place the meat on the cooking grid directly above the lit burners. Cook the meat on both sides until seared. Reduce the heat to medium and cook meat until done.
  • Page 24 Whole Fish and Whole Fillets Preheat your grill on HIGH for 2-3 minutes with the lid down. Raise lid and turn burners to medium heat. Place fish (skin down) on grill and cook over direct heat until done. Use cooking time as a guide or until fish is opaque but still moist.
  • Page 25: Baking Techniques

    An Important Note About Heat Settings The suggested heat settings shown are approximate. There are many factors such as outside temperature, wind conditions and grill location that affect your grill performance. We offer these cooking times as a convenience, but suggest you watch the grill ther- mometer and adjust the heat accordingly.
  • Page 26 This method of cooking is popular around the world and can be easily accomplished outdoors on your Kenmore Elite gas grill. It's a quick and healthful way of preparing a complete meal using meat, poultry or seafood in infinite combinations with other interesting ingredients like vegetables, rice or noodles.
  • Page 27 Preparing to Smoke All you need for smoking on your Kenmore Elite gas gdll is a cooking pan and roasting rack. First, line the inside of the pan with foil. The smoking agent, either pure wood chips or smoking mix, is sprinkled over the foil.
  • Page 28 ONIONBURGERS A honey and mustard sauce glazes the onion slices as they cook alongside these delicious burgers. For optimal sweetness, select Vidalia or Walla Walla onions. Makes 4 open face burgers. Ingredients large sweet onions, sliced (12 to 16 ounces) tablespoons margarine or melted butter teaspoons dry mustard teaspoons honey...
  • Page 29 RIB EYE STEAKS WITH GRILLED As they cook, the garlic cloves mellow in flavor, making a delicious sauce for any grilled meat. And for an appetizer, spread the softened cloves over toasted slices of french bread! Makes 4 servings. Ingredients whole head of gadic tablespoons olive oil or cooking oil tablespoon snipped fresh basil, or 1/2...
  • Page 30 ALMOND COATED TROUT This delicious recipe is unique and easy to prepare on your Kenmore Elite gas grill. Makes 4 servings. IngredientS trout cup all purpose flour egg, lightly beaten...
  • Page 31 SOUTHWEST CHICKEN BREASTS This popular recipe can also be a grilled chicken salad! Slice chicken into small strips and place them on top of shredded lettuce with avocado dressing and top with cheese! Makes 6 servings. Ingredients cup dry white wine tablespoons olive oil or cooking oil teaspoons snipped fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon, crushed...
  • Page 32 TRADITIONAL HOLIDAY TURKEY Imagine everyone's surprise whenyouserve next holiday turkey omplete with dressing and tender straight from the grillT Serves 8 - 10 Ingredients for Turkey 8 - 10 pound whole turkey ounces butter, softened tablespoons chopped thyme tablespoons lemon juice teaspoons grated lemon rind Ingredients for Dressing ounces butter...
  • Page 33 FRESH VEGETABLE STIR-FRY Take a trip to the Orient with this easy, and healthy vegetable recipe. Makes 4- 6 servings. Ingredients tablespoons oil onion, cut into wedges carrot, thinly sliced cups broccoli, cut into small flowerets red pepper, sliced sticks celery, thinly sliced cup snow peas cup chicken broth Preparation...
  • Page 34 Get it fixed, at your home or ours! For repair of major brand appliances no matter who made it, no matter who sold itt 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663) To bring in products such as vacuums, for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair 1-800-488-1222 For the replacement that you need to do-it-yourself,...

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