Kenmore 16238 - Manual (Page 5)

2. TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE:
WARNING: Although it is safe when used properly, careless
handling of the propane gas cylinder could result in fire,
explosion, and/or serious injury.
PROPANE GAS IS HEAVIER THAN AIR, AND WILL COLLECT IN
LOW AREAS, INCREASING THE ABOVE RISKS THEREFORE:
• ALWAYS use the cylinder
cap provided with your
cylinder whenever the
cylinder is not connected
to your grill. (Figure 4)
• DO NOT store in a
building, garage or any
other enclosed area.
Store in a well-ventilated
area.
• DO NOT store near any
gas burning apparatus or in any
high-heat areas such as a closed car or trunk.
• Transport and store the cylinder in an upright position — do
not tip on its side.
• Store out of reach of children.
• DO NOT smoke while transporting a cylinder in your vehicle.
FILLING:
FOR SAFETY REASONS, IF AN OPTIONAL L.P. GAS
CYLINDER WAS SUPPLIED WITH YOUR GRILL, IT HAS
BEEN SHIPPED EMPTY. THE CYLINDER MUST BE PURGED
OF AIR AND FILLED PRIOR TO USING ON YOUR GRILL.
WHEN GETTING YOUR CYLINDER FILLED:
• Allow only a qualified L.P. gas dealer to fill or repair your
cylinder.
• DO NOT allow the cylinder to be filled beyond 80% full.
• Make sure the L.P. gas dealer checks the cylinder for leaks
after filling.
VVAKNINO : If the above instructions are not followed
exactly, a fire causing death or serious injury
may occur.__________________________________
HOSE & REGULATOR
REGULATOR
Fig. 5
Q.C
PROPANE GAS MODELS:
Your grill is designed to operate
on L.P. (propane) gas at a
pressure regulated at 11" water
column(2.74 kPa). A regulator
preset to this pressure is supplied
with the grill and MUST be used. REGULATOR
This regulator is equipped with \Q.C.C.I
the Q.C.C. Type 1, quick connect
coupling system, which
incorporates the following safety
features: (Figure 5)
• It will not allow gas to flow until a
positive seal has been made. (Figure 6)
• It has a thermal element that will shut off the flow of gas
between 240 and 300°F (115 and150°C).
• It also has a flow-limiting device which,when activated, will
restrict the flow of gas to 10 cubic feet per hour (0.28 cubic
meters per hour).
STRAIGHT
Fig. 6
Prior to attaching the propane cylinder to the hose and regulator,
be sure the cylinder valve and the appliance valves are
OFF. The
cylinder valve is turned off by rotating the handwheel (see Figure 3)
clockwise (left to right) until it stops and all appliance valves should
be in the off position. When attaching the regulator to the cylinder,
make sure that the small probe in the nipple is centered in the
mating Q.C.C. 1 cylinder valve (see Figure 6). Turn the right hand
threaded Q.C.C. 1 black nut onto the valve in a clockwise motion
until there is a positive stop. DO NOT USE A WRENCH, HAND
TIGHTEN ONLY.
Should the large black thermally sensitive coupling nut be
exposed to temperatures above 240 and 300°F, it will soften
and allow the regulator probe to disengage from the cylinder
valve — thereby shutting off the flow of gas. Should this
occur, do not attempt to reconnect the nut. Remove the entire
regulator assembly, and replace it with a new one. (See
‘REPLACEMENT PARTS' section in assembly instructions or
contact us at 1 -800-396-3838)
The cause of the excessive heat should be determined and
corrected before operating your grill again. The regulator probe
also contains a flow-sensing element, which will limit the flow of
gas to the regulator to a manageable amount (10 cubic feet per
hour) in the event of a hose or regulator rupture. If it is evident
that the flow control device has been activated, the cause of the
excessive flow should be determined and corrected before using
your grill again.
Please refer to the troubleshooting guide on page 34 or
contact us 1-800-396-3838.
NOTE; IMPROPER LIGHTING PROCEDURES CAN
CAUSE THE FLOW CONTROL TO ACTIVATE, RESULTING
IN REDUCED HEAT OUTPUT. IF THIS IS SUSPECTED,
RESET THE FLOW CONTROL BY SHUTTING OFF ALL
BURNER CONTROLS AND THE CYLINDER VALVE. WAIT
30 SECONDS, THEN TURN THE CYLINDER VALVE ON
EXTREMELY SLOWLY - WAIT 5 SECONDS AND TURN THE
BURNER VALVE ON AND LIGHT AS NORMAL.
• Never connect a propane gas grill to an unregulated
propane gas supply or any other gas. Do not attempt to
alter the hose or regulator in any way.
• The connection fitting must be protected when disconnected
from the propane tank. If the fitting is allowed to drag on
the ground, nicks and scratches could occur resulting in a
leak when connected to the propane tank,
PROPANE AND NATURAL GAS MODELS:
' Do not allow any grease (or other hot material) to fail onto
the hose, or allow the hose to come in contact with any hot
surfaces of the grill.
• Visually inspect the entire length of the hose assembly
before each use of the grill. If it is evident there is
excessive abrasion/wear, or the hose is cut, it must be
replaced prior to using your grill. Only the hose assembly
as specified in the Parts List should be used.
' Follow the ‘LEAK TEST’ instructions before lighting your
grill for the first time, every time a propane cylinder is
refilled, if any gas component is changed, if the regulator
flow-limiting device has been activated, after prolonged
periods of storage or non-use or at least once per season.