KitchenAid KFGR271SSS manual

1 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS AND USE AND CARE GUIDE 27” (68.6 CM) AND 36” (91.4 CM) ARCHITECT TM SERIES OUTDOOR GRILLS (PORT ABLE AND BUIL T -IN — NON-COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION) Models KFGR271SSS KFGR361SSS KFGR383SSS 27” (68.6 cm) Po r table Outdoor Grill without rotisserie shown 27” (68.6 cm) Built-In Outdoor Grill with rotisserie shown[...]

2 You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow 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. Your safety and the safety of others ar[...]

3 1. Do not install por tab le or built-in outdoor grills in or on a recreational vehicle , por tab le trailer , boat or in any other moving installation. 2. Alwa ys maintain minimum clearances from comb ustible construction, see “Location Requirements” section. 3. The outdoor cooking gas appliance shall not be located under ov erhead unprotect[...]

4 If the f ollowing information is not f ollowed e xactly , a fi re causing death or serious injur y ma y occur . • Do not store a spare LP-gas cylinder under or near this grill. • Ne ver fi ll the cylinder bey ond 80 percent full. IMPORT ANT : This grill is manufactured f or outdoor use only . F or grills that are to be used at elev ations a[...]

5 W ARNING Explosion Hazard Do not store fuel tank in a garage or indoors. Do not store grill with fuel tank in a garage or indoors. Failure to f ollow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire . Select a location that provides minimum e xposure to wind and traffi c paths. The location should be a wa y from strong draft areas. Do [...]

6 Built-In Installation Dimensions (non-combustib le enclosure) IMPORT ANT: If g r ill is to be installed in a comb ustible enclosure , return this unit and replace it with the model which is manuf actured for use in a comb ustible enclosure . Enclosure and clearance dimensions that are shown m ust be used. Given dimensions provide required clear a[...]

7 Gas Supply Requirements Observe all governing codes and ordinances. IMPORT ANT : This installation must conf or m with all local codes and ordinances. In the absence of local codes, installation must conf or m with American National Standard National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 -latest edition or CAN/CGA B149.1 -latest edition. IMPORT ANT : Grill m[...]

8 rear of grill fl e xible gas connector 1/2 ” grill gas pipe Built-In Outdoor Grills (non-combustib le construction) Natural Gas: Built-in grill models are equipped for use with Natur al gas. They are design-cer tifi ed b y CSA Inter national f or L.P . (propane or butane) gases with appropriate conv ersion. Built-in models are set f or natura[...]

9 For all portable outdoor grills: 1. Lift off grill grates and set aside. 2. Remov e sear plates and set aside. 3. Remov e tiedowns from burners and warming shelf. sear plate war ming shelf remov e tiedowns remov e tiedowns bur ner 4. Reinstall sear plates. Make sure sear plates are resting on pins . pins L.P ./Propane: A 20 lb . L.P . tank must b[...]

10 1. Make gas connections. A combination of pipe fi ttings must be used to connect the grill to the e xisting gas line. • If local codes permit, use an outdoor fl e xible stainless steel tubing gas connector , design-cer tifi ed b y CSA Inter national, to connect the grill to the rigid gas supply line. 5/8 ” diameter line is recommended. Us[...]

11 3. Open shutoff valv e in the gas supply line. The valve is open when the handle is parallel to the gas pipe. Built-In Outdoor Grill Installation (non-combustib le construction) Built-In Arc hitect TM Series Outdoor Grill Make gas connections W ARNING Fire Hazard Do not use grill near combustible materials. Do not store combustible materials nea[...]

12 4. T est all connections by brushing on an approv ed noncorrosive leak-detection solution. Bubbles will show a leak. Correct any leak f ound. Assemble cooking area 1. Open the hood. 2. F or models equipped with rotisser ie , remov e the rotisser ie’ s ske wer from the grill. 3. Lift grill grates off of grill area and set aside. 4. Remov e sear[...]

13 Check and Adjust the Burners The burners are tested and factory-set for most effi cient oper ation. Howe ver , variations in gas supply and other conditions may mak e minor adjustments to air shutter or low fl ame setting necessary . It is recommended that a qualifi ed person make b ur ner adjustments. NO TE: No adjustment can be made to the [...]

14 Using your Outdoor Grill W ARNING Explosion Hazard Do not store fuel tank in a garage or indoors. Do not store grill with fuel tank in a garage or indoors. Failure to f ollow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire . WARNING Food Poisoning Hazard Do not let food sit on grill for more than one hour before or after cooking. Doin[...]

15 Using the Side Burner WARNING Burn Hazard Do not let the burner flame e xtend beyond the edge of the pan. Doing so can result in burns. Remov e the side burner cover . Do not light burners with the cover on. Lighting the side burner 1. Do not lean ov er the grill. 2. Push in the side burner control knob . T ur n the knob to “LITE/HI” and hol[...]

16 Lighting the rotisserie b urner 1. Do not lean ov er the grill. 2. Push in the rotisserie burner knob and tur n the knob to “LITE/HI”. Y ou will hear the “snapping” sound of the spar k. 3. When the rotisserie bur ner lights , continue to hold the knob in f or another 10 seconds, then release the knob and burner will sta y lit. Y ou will [...]

17 Cooking Methods F or optimal use of the Sure Sear TM system, the following cooking methods are recommended. Direct Heat Cooking by Direct Heat means the f ood is placed on gr ill g rates directly abov e lighted burners. Hood position affects total cooking time. Direct Heat sears the f ood. Searing is a process that seals natural juices in f ood [...]

18 Grilling Chart Food Cooking Method/ Time Special Instructions Burner Setting Beef Hamburgers DIRECT Medium (160°F) Grill, tur ning once . 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick Medium 10-15 minutes total Roasts Rib Eye , Sir loin INDIRECT Med-Rare (145°F) to Medium (160°F) T ent with foil first 45-60 minutes Medium/OFF/Medium 32-40 minutes per lb . of cooking[...]

19 Food Cooking Method/ Time Special Instructions Burner Setting Chicken Breast DIRECT (170°F) F or ev en cooking, pound to 3/4 inch. Boneless Medium 15-22 minutes total Pieces DIRECT breast (170°F) Star t bone side do wn. 2 to 3 lbs. Med-Low to Medium thigh (180°F) 18-25 minutes total Lamb Chops and Steaks DIRECT Med-Rare (145°F) to Medium (16[...]

20 Rotisserie Cooking Tips (Rotisserie av ailable on some models) Rotisserie cooking rotates food in front of the rotisserie burner , creating an intense heat f or sear ing the outside and sealing in natural juices. • The rotisser ie b ur ner reaches cooking temper atures in about one minute. Do not preheat when using the rotisser ie . • Select[...]

21 Cleaning General Cleaning IMPORT ANT : Before cleaning, mak e sure all controls are off and the grill is cool. Always f ollow label instructions on cleaning products. F or routine cleaning, wash with soap and water using a soft cloth or sponge. Rinse with clean water and dry at once with a soft, lint- free cloth to av oid spots and streaks. Ne v[...]

22 U-shaped burner s * Clean the e xter ior of the b ur ner with a wire brush. * Clear any clogged b ur ner ports with a straightened paper clip. Ne ver use a toothpick as it ma y break off and clog the por t. * Use a fl ashlight to inspect into the burner through the burner inlet to ensure there is no bloc kage. If any obstruction is seen, use a [...]

23 ONE YEAR LIMITED W ARRANTY F or one year from the date of purc hase, when this grill is operated and maintained according to instructions attac hed to or furnished with the product, Kitc henAid will pay for factory specified parts and repair labor to cor rect defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be pro vided by a Kitc henAid designa[...]

24 Requesting Assistance or Ser vice Call toll-fr ee at 1 -80 0-422-1230, our consultants are av ailable t o assist you. When calling: Please know the purc hase date, and the complete model and serial number of your appliance This information will help us better respond to your request. Our consultants pro vide assistance with: • F eatures and sp[...]