KitchenAid KFGR271SSS Gas Grill User Manual


 
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1. Make gas connections.
A combination of pipe fi ttings must be used to connect the grill
to the existing gas line.
If local codes permit, use an outdoor fl exible stainless steel
tubing gas connector, design-certifi ed by CSA International, to
connect the grill to the rigid gas supply line. 5/8 diameter line
is recommended. Using a wrench to tighten, connect the gas
supply to the grill. Use pipe joint compound on all non-fl ared
male threads. Do not kink or damage the fl exible connector
when moving the grill.
Pipe-joint compounds suitable for use with L.P. gas must be
used. Do not use Tefl on® tape.
rear of grill
fl exible gas
connector
1/2” grill
gas pipe
2. Open shutoff valve in the gas supply line. The valve is open
when the handle is parallel to the gas pipe.
3. Test all connections by brushing on an approved noncorrosive
leak-detection solution. Bubbles will show a leak. Correct any
leak found.
valve open
valve closed
This installation must conform with local codes and ordinances. In
the absence of local codes, installations must conform with either
the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1, or CAN/CGA-B149.1
Natural Gas and Propane installation code.
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
® Tefl on is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont de Nemours and Company.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use a new CSA International approved “outdoor”
gas supply line.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
If connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure
gas pressure does not exceed 11” (28 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.
If Converted to Natural Gas: