Kenmore PG-4030400LN User & Care Manual page 11

Cleaning the Burner Assembly
Follow these instructions to clean and/or replace parts of
the burner assembly or if you have trouble igniting the
grill.
1. Turn the gas OFF by turning the control knobs to the
off setting and close the valve of the gas cylinder.
2. Remove the cooking grates and heat diffusers.
3. Remove the attachment cotter pin from the rear of
each burner. See Fig A below.
4. Carefully lift each burner up and away from valve
openings. We suggest three ways to clean the burner
tubes. Use the one easiest for you.
(A) Bend a stiff wire (a lightweight coat hanger works
well) into a small hook. Run the hook through each
burner tube several times.
(B) Use a narrow bottle brush with a flexible handle
(do not use a brass wire brush) and run the brush
through each burner tube several times.
(C) Wear eye protection: Use an air hose to force air
into the burner tube and out the burner ports.
Check each port to make sure air comes out of
each hole.
5. Use a wire brush to scrub the entire outer surface of
the burner to remove food residue and dirt.
6. Clean any blocked ports with a stiff wire such as an
open paper clip.
7. Check the burner for damage. Due to normal wear
and corrosion, some holes may become enlarged. If
there are any large cracks or holes found on the
burner, please replace them.
VERY IMPORTANT: Burner tubes must re-engage the
valve openings. See illustrations below.
8. Carefully replace the burners. See Fig. A and B below.
9. Attach the rear of each burner to the bracket and
reconnect the cotter pin. See Fig. A below.
10. Replace the heat diffusers and cooking grates.
Indirect Cooking
Poultry and large cuts of meat cook slowly to
perfection on the grill by indirect heat. Place food over
the unlit burner(s); the heat from the lit burners
circulates gently throughout the grill, cooking the meat
or poultry without the touch of a direct flame. This
method greatly reduces flare-ups when cooking extra
fatty cuts because there is no direct flame to ignite the
fats and juices that drip during cooking.
1 Burner Cooking
Consumes less fuel.
Indirect Cooking Instructions
• Always cook with the lid closed.
• Once the burners are lit, extinguish any individual
burner by turning its knob to OFF.
• Due to weather conditions, cooking times may vary.
During cold and windy conditions, the temperature
setting may need to be increased to insure sufficient
cooking heat.
• Place food over unlit burner(s).
2 Burner Cooking
Great indirect cooking on low. Produces
slow and even heating. Ideal for slow
roasting and baking.
Food Safety
Food safety is a very important part of enjoying the
outdoor cooking experience. To keep food safe from
harmful bacteria, follow these four basic steps:
• Clean: Wash hands, utensils, and surfaces with hot
soapy water before and after handling raw meat
and poultry.
• Separate: Separate raw meats and poultry from
ready-to-eat foods to avoid cross contamination.
Use a clean platter and utensils when removing
cooked foods.
• Cook: Cook meat and poultry thoroughly to kill
bacteria. Use a thermometer to ensure proper
internal food temperatures.
• Chill: Refrigerate prepared foods and leftovers
promptly.
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