Converting Appliance For Use With LP Gas
WARNING
Propane conversion is to be performed by a
WARNING
Electrical power and gas must be turned off prior to conversion.
This appliance was adjusted at the factory for use with natural gas. To convert it for use with LP gas (propane or butane), both of the following modifications must be performed:
A. Replace all orifice spuds
Step 1: Remove the grates and burner heads.
Step 2: Remove aluminum venturi tube.
Step 3: Trim a small piece of masking tape to the size of a dime and affix it over the end of a 5/16 nut driver.
Step 4: Firmly press the nut driver over the orifice spud (figure 5) and loosen spud by turning counterclockwise. Carefully lift nut driver out of burner throat. Orifice spud should be captured in the recess. Repeat this step for each burner.
Step 5: Locate the LP orifice spud packet taped to the underside of the burner box. The spuds have small numbers stamped on the side. This number codes the orifice diameter and its correct burner location. Reference figure 6 on the next page for correct LP orifice spud location for 4 burner and 5 burner models, respectively.
Figure 5: Removal of Orifice Spud
Step 6: With the masking tape still in place in the recess of the nut driver, press an LP orifice spud into the recess so that it is snugly captured.
Step 7: Carefully install the orifice spud in the appropriate burner throat by turning clockwise to tighten. Tighten to a torque of 15 to 20
Step 8: Replace cylindrical aluminum venturi tubes. Replace burner heads and grates. Index each grate to its burner pan.
Step 9: Save the orifices removed from the appliance for future use.
High Altitude Notice
The specified gas burner ratings typically apply to elevations up to 2000 feet. For higher altitudes, the rates may need to be reduced to achieve satisfactory operation. A local certified gas servicer will be able to advise if a reduction is necessary.
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