Kenmore 141.16322, 141.16324 manual Question

Question:

The Regulator and Hose supplied with my gas grill does not fit the older LP Gas tank I'veused for

years. Why not?

Answer:

The U.S. Government regulates gas appliances and LP Gas tanks. When regulations are changed the LP

Gas tank fittings are altered to insure compliance. If your LP Gas tank does not fit the Regulator and Hose supplied with your new grill, the tank is outdated and

must be replaced. Note: Effective April 1, 2002 all LP Gas tanks sold must include an "OPD" Overfill

Prevention Device. The OPD tanks are identified by

their triangular-shaped valve wheel. This internal device prevents the LP Gas tank from being overfilled. Tanks without an OPD valve can not be refilled.

Question:

Is it safe to clean my porcelain coated cooking grids in the dishwasher?

Answer:

Clean your cooking grids by hand if there are any chips or cracks in the porcelain finish and dry them thoroughly. If no chips or cracks are present it should be safe to use the dishwasher. Remember to dry the cooking grids thoroughly before placing back onto your grill to minimize rusting.

Question:

What causes grill parts to rust and what affect does it have on mygrill?

Answer:

Rusting is a natural oxidation process and may appear on cast-iron and steel parts. Rust will not

affect the short term performance of your grill.

To slow the rusting process on steel Cooking Grids

(select models) we recommend greasing the

Cooking Grids before and after each cookout. Use a brush to apply a thin layer of cooking oil or vegetable shortening onto each Cooking Grid. We do not suggest spray type oils unless they are specified for

high-temperature cooking. Be sure to coat the entire cooking surface including edges and any areas with chipped porcelain.

Question:

Which is a better cooking surface to grill on;

porcelain coated steel / cast-iron cooking grids or

stainless steel grids?

Answer;

They all have their advantages. For traditional grilling and searing meats, cast-iron or steel grids offer better heat conductivity. To protect against the natural rusting process, steel or cast-iron cooking grids offer a porcelain finish which requires routine

maintenance to keep the grids well seasoned.

Stainless steel is popular with those who prefer less maintenance.

A new innovative solution is available on select

models called stainless Therma-Core TM. This

Cooking Grid combines a heat conducting steel core

with an easy-to-clean stainless outer shell.

Question:

Some stainless steel grills specify 304 grade

construction while others do not mention a grade at all? What is the difference?

Answer:

All stainless grades are not created equal. The 304 grade, also called 18-8 stainless steel, is prized for its excellent resistance to rust and corrosion and good

performance at high temperatures, which makes it ideal for grill construction.

304 grade stainless steel is by far the most popular stainless steel and contains 18-20% chromium and

8-10% nickel, making it non-magnetic.

Some stainless steel grills are constructed of Type 430 stainless steel which contains 16-18% chromium but

generally less than 1% nickel. It is magnetic with less corrosion and rust resistance and designed for limited

temperature use. Beware of stainless steel grills that offer no claim of grade because what looks shiny on the sales floor could become a problem on your patio.

How can you tell if a product is made of 304 grade stainless? Take the simple magnet test. If a magnet sticks to the stainless steel it is 430 grade. If a magnet does not stick you can trust its 304 grade quality.

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