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Owner's Manual
Model 141.168600
Natural Gas
Model 141.178600
Liquid Propane Gas Grill
Grill
®
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WARNING:
Read this Owner's Manual carefully and be sure your
gas grill is properly assembled, installed and main-
tained. Failure to follow these instructions could
result in serious bodily injury and/or property dam-
age. This gas grill 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 in a 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.
P47A1D - Date:05/02/2002
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Summary of Contents for Kenmore 141.1686
- Page 1 Owner's Manual Liquid Propane Gas Grill Model 141.168600 Grill Natural Gas Model 141.178600 WARNING: Read this Owner's Manual carefully and be sure your gas grill is properly assembled, installed and main- tained. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious bodily injury and/or property dam- age.
- Page 2 Warranty ... Safety Instructions Pre-Assembly Instructions Hardware, Parts Diagram Assembly Instructions Lighting Instructions Cleaning and Maintenance Instructions Frequently Asked Questions Cooking Instructions Cooking Guide and Recipes Full 1-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.
- Page 3 Proper Placement and Clearance Never use your gas grill in a garage, porch, shed, breezeway or any other enclosed area. Your gas grill is to be used outdoors only, at least 24 inches from the back and side of any combustible gas grill should not be placed under any surface that will burn.
- Page 4 To reducethe chanceof "FLASH-BACK" (see CAUTION on page3) cleanthe burnertubesand burners beforefullyassembling yourgrill. Remove the cotterpinfromthe rear underside of each burnerusinga pairof longnosepliers.Carefully lift eachburnerup andawayfrom the gas valve orifice,then referto Figure 1 and performoneof thesethreecleaning methods: 1. Benda stiff wire, (a lightweight coat hanger workswell) into a smallhookas shown below.Runthe hookthrough the burnertube and insidethe burnerseveral t imesto remove...
- Page 5 The following tableillustrates a breakdown of the hardware pack.It highlights whatcomponents a re used in the variousstagesof assembly. Ref. Component H005 1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw H008 1/4" Nut H001 3/8" Wheel Bolt H002 Spring Washer H003 3/8" Nut H005 1/4"x1/2" Phillips Head Screw H008 1/4"...
- Page 6 Actual Size and Quantity 3/8" Wheel Bolt Qty. 2 Ref. # H001 r-ii 1/4"x3/4" Phillips 1/4"xl/2" Phillips Head Screw Head Screw Qty. 8 Qty. 28 (4 for LPG) Ref. # H004 Ref. # H005 Door Handle Part # P0239A Qty. 2 Scale M8x1.25 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 LPG = Liquid Propane Natural Gas 25a__ 25a_ assembly surface. (NG only)64 (LPG only) (LPG only) (LPG only_ (LPG only) only) (for NG)
- Page 8 5/6) P55E9A or missing parts when you box, or you have call us 8am - 8pm CST, parts you need: the correct replacement Kenmore Elite gas grill, please refer on this page. The following to assure you receive Number...
- Page 9 Beforeassembling y ourgasgrill,usethe parts list to check that all necessary Inspect all 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 - 8pm CST, Monday through Friday, 1-888-317-7642 Remove the white PVC protective stainless steel surfaces before assembly.
- Page 10 Assembling The Cabinet Doors Install Door Stops to Bottom Shelf and Top Panel of Cabinet. See Fig. 4. Secure firmly using 4 of the 1/4"xl/2" Phillips and nuts. If you haven't already done so, remove the white protective film from the stainless steel Doors.
- Page 11 Assembling The LP Gas Tank Hook Attach the Pressure Cylinder Holder and Tank Guide to the Cart Legs-Wheel Side of grill as shown in Fig. 6. Align the tapped holes of both parts with the holes on Side Panel. Secure firmly using 4 of the 1/4"x1/2"...
- Page 12 Installing Side Burner and Side Shelf 1. Remove and discard the protective rubber boots from the Side Shelf and Side Burner braces. 2. Enlisting the aid of an assistant, attach Side Burner to the wheel side of grill. 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 M18x1.5 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. to light Your Kenmore use. Before the first use and at the beginning of each season (and whenever the LP gas tank has been changed): 1.
- Page 17 z 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 immedi- ately follow the steps listed below could result in a fire or explosion that could cause serious bodily injury, death, or property damage.
- Page 18 If the grill fails to light properly: 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 Aswithallappliances, proper c areandmaintenance wiltkeepyourgrillintopoperating c ondition a nd prolong itslife.Byfollowing t hesecleaning p rocedures ona timelybasis, y ourgrillwillstayclean andwork properly withminimum effort. CAUTION: Besureyourgrillis OFFandcoolbefore cleaning. Takecarenottochipor scratch thepainted surfaces because itwiltvoidyourwarranty a gainst rusting. Cleaning The Stainless Steel Cooking Grids Before initial use and periodically we suggest you wash your cooking grids in a mild soap and warm water solution.
- Page 20 Cleaning The Burner Tubes and Burner Ports To reduce the chance of "FLASH-BACK" dure below should be followed at least once a month in late summer or early fall when spiders are most active or when your grill has not been used for a period of time.
- Page 21 Kenmore gas grill from the weather? Answer: A good quality grill cover should be used to protect your grill when not in use. Kenmore Grill Cover # 15812 is made to fit this particular grill model. Also, follow the cleaning and maintenance instructions in this Owner's Manual on a timely basis, and your new grill wilt give you years of enjoyment.
- Page 22 CONGRATULATIONS Your Kenmore Elite gas grill is now ready to grill. Remember to keep the lid open when cooking directly on the grill. For most foods it's best to start grilling 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 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 thermom- eter and adjust the heat accordingly.
- Page 26 STIR-FRYING TECHNIQUES Thismethod ofcooking ispopular a round theworld and canbeeasily accomplished outdoors o nyourKenmore Elitegasgrill.It'sa quick andhealthful wayofprepar- inga complete m eal u sing meat,poultry o r seafood i n infinite combinations withotherinteresting ingredients likevegetables, riceornoodles. Preparing to Stir-fry Although it is possible to stir fry in other dishes, the wok is your best tool.
- Page 27 Preparing to Smoke All you need for smoking on your Kenmore Elite gas grill 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 ONION BURGERS A honey and mustard sauce glazes the onion slices as they cook alongside these delicious burgers. For optimal sweetness, select Vidalia or Walta 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 RIBEYESTEAKS WITHGRILLED GARLIC Astheycook, t hegarlic cloves mellow inflavor, making a delicious s auce foranygrilled meat. A ndfor anappetizer, spread thesoftened c loves overtoasted slices offrench bread!Makes 4 servings. Ingredients whole head of garlic tablespoons olive oil or cooking oil tablespoon snipped fresh basil, or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed tablespoon snipped fresh rosemary 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...
- Page 31 SOUTHWEST CHICKEN BREASTS Thispopular r ecipe canalsobea grilled chicken salad! Slicechicken intosmall s trips andplace themontop ofshredded l ettuce withavocado dressing a ndtopwith 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 teaspoon salt skinless, boneless chicken breast halves...
- Page 32 TRADITIONAL HOLIDAY TURKEY Imagine everyone's surprise when you serve your next holiday turkeyicomplete with dressingidelicious and tender straight from the grill[ 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...
- 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...
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