KitchenAid KFRU271VSS Change the Sear burner orifices, Hook up to Natural gas and Leak Test

4.Use 10 mm socket and wrench or 10 mm nut driver to install the new 2.1 mm orifices supplied with this kit.

NOTE: The number 2.1 is stamped on the orifice for identification.

5.Repeat the procedure for the other burner.

6.Replace the burner top and caps. Align the notches in the bottom of the burner top with the tabs on the burner base and twist until the burner top is seated on the burner base. You will feel it drop into the deep notch.

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A. Burner top notches

B. Burner base tabs

7.Replace the side burner grates.

Change the Sear burner orifices

(for models equipped with sear burner)

1.Remove the sear burner cover screws. Set the screws and cover aside.

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A. Sear burner cover screws

2.Remove the burner igniter mounting screws.

3.Loosen the sear burner plate, located next to the igniter.

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A. Burner igniter mounting screws

4.Remove the sear burner mounting screws.

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A. Sear burner mounting screws

5.Lift the sear burner out of the grill.

6.Use 6 mm socket wrench or 6 mm nut driver to remove the orifice. Install the new 2.34 mm orifice supplied.

NOTE: The number 2.34 is stamped on the orifice for identification.

7.Reinstall sear burner. Make sure that the igniter is out of the way to allow proper positioning of burner. Use Phillips screwdriver to attach the mounting screws.

8.Use Phillips screwdriver to reattach the igniter and sear burner plate.

9.Reinstall sear burner cover. Use Phillips screwdriver to attach mounting screws.

Hook up to Natural gas and Leak Test

1.Use pipe wrench to connect certified ¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) gas supply pipe to inlet side of regulator from Natural gas supply according to local codes requirements. Use pipe thread sealant that is certified for use with LP gas at connections where required. There must be a certified manual shutoff valve in the gas supply line near the grill for easy access.

2.Turn on the gas supply to the grill.

3.Test all connections using an approved noncorrosive leak- detection solution. Bubbles will show a leak. Correct any leak found.

Record Conversion

1.The appliance nameplate is located inside the grill cabinet on the right-hand cabinet side. With a permanent marker, check the box next to “Natural gas” and mark through “LP - Propane.”

In the last page of the Use and Care Guide, write “Converted to Natural Gas.” Also record the conversion date and the technician/company that performed the conversion.

NOTE: Place LP gas parts in plastic parts bag for future use and keep with pack containing literature.

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