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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 

AND USE AND CARE GUIDE

 

27” (68.6 CM) AND 36” (91.4 CM) 

ARCHITECT

TM

 SERIES OUTDOOR GRILLS

(PORTABLE AND BUILT-IN — NON-COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION)

 

Models

KFGR271SSS
KFGR361SSS
KFGR383SSS

  27” (68.6 cm) 
Portable Outdoor 
Grill without 
rotisserie shown

 27” (68.6 cm) 
Built-In Outdoor 
Grill with 
rotisserie shown

 

Models

KBGN274SSS

KBGN364SSS

IMPORTANT:
Read and save these instructions.

 IMPORTANT:
Installer: 

 

Leave Installation Instructions with the consumer.

Consumer:

  

Keep Installation Instructions for future 

reference.
Save Installation Instructions for local electrical inspector’s 
use.

 

Write the model and serial numbers in space provided below 
before installing or using outdoor grill. The numbers are 
stamped on the identifi cation label located on the underside of 
grill drip tray. It is also located on the model/serial number 
plate, located on heat shield behind control panel.

Model # ___________________________

Serial #  ___________________________

Outdoor Grill Safety
Installation Requirements
Location Requirements
Rotisserie
Product Dimensions
Built-In Installation Dimensions
Electrical Requirements 
Gas Supply Requirements
Portable Outdoor Grills
Built-In Outdoor Grills
Installation Instructions
Portable Outdoor Grill Installation
If Converted to Natural Gas
Built-In Outdoor Grill Installation
Check and Adjust the Burners
Outdoor Grill Use
Using Your Outdoor Grill
Using the Side Burner
Using the Rotisserie
Outdoor Grill Care
Outdoor Grilling Tips
Cooking Methods
Grilling Chart
Rotisserie Cooking Tips
Rotisserie Chart
Cleaning
Accessories
Warranty
Requesting Assistance or Service

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Summary of Contents for ARCHITECT KBGN274SSS

Page 1: ...rill drip tray It is also located on the model serial number plate located on heat shield behind control panel Model ___________________________ Serial ___________________________ Outdoor Grill Safety Installation Requirements Location Requirements Rotisserie Product Dimensions Built In Installation Dimensions Electrical Requirements Gas Supply Requirements Portable Outdoor Grills Built In Outdoor...

Page 2: ...flame 3 Open lid 4 If odor continues immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department FOR YOUR SAFETY 1 Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance 2 An L P cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be follo...

Page 3: ... is normal for L P gas 10 Check and clean burner venturi tube for insects and insect nest A clogged tube can lead to fire under the grill 11 The L P gas supply cylinder to be used must be constructed and marked in accordance with the Specification for L P Gas Cylinders of the U S Department of Transportation DOT or the National Standard of Canada CAN CSA B339 Cylinders Spheres and Tubes for Transpor...

Page 4: ...h Scissors or cutting pliers to remove tiedowns Materials required for built in outdoor grill and built in outdoor grill non combustible construction Gas line shutoff valve 1 2 male pipe thread nipple for connection to pressure regulator L P gas resistant pipe joint compound CSA design certified outdoor flexible stainless steel appliance connector 4 5 ft 1 2 1 5 m or rigid gas supply line as needed ...

Page 5: ...nd any combustible construction A 12 30 5 cm minimum clearance must also be maintained below the cooking surface and any combustible construction 48 121 9 cm 36 91 4 cm grill with 12 30 5 cm side burner 27 68 6 cm or 36 91 4 cm 12 30 5 cm 12 30 5 cm side tray side tray side burner Not all models have side burner or side trays 26 60 cm 25 1 2 64 8 cm 23 58 4 cm 11 1 8 28 3 cm 24 5 8 62 5 cm 34 86 4...

Page 6: ...e for rotisserie 22 57 2 cm A 12 30 5 cm minimum to any accessory 2 1 4 5 7 cm 7 3 8 18 7 cm Gas line location at rear of grill Non combustible enclosure installations Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Do not remove ground prong Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fire or electrical shock WARNING If c...

Page 7: ...atural gas conversion Conversion must be made by a qualified gas technician The qualified natural gas technician shall provide the natural gas supply to the selected grill location in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 latest edition and local codes For conversion to Natural gas the Natural gas conversion kit must be used IMPORTANT The gas installation must conform with l...

Page 8: ...convert to L P gas the L P Gas Conversion Kit No 4396311 must be used Follow Instructions included with kit L P gas conversion using an L P fuel tank To convert to L P gas the L P Gas Conversion Kit No 4396311 must be used Follow Instructions included with kit An L P gas cylinder not larger than 20 pounds must be purchased separately Portable Outdoor Grill Installation Assemble Cooking Area Portab...

Page 9: ...ructions included with kit hose regulator assembly 1 Turn on the gas supply Wait a few minutes for gas to move through the gas line 2 Test all connections by brushing on an approved noncorrosive leak detection solution Bubbles will show a leak Correct any leak found 3 The ignitor battery is not factory installed A 9 volt alkaline battery is located in the accessory box on the grill grate Install b...

Page 10: ...n Bubbles will show a leak Correct any leak found valve open valve closed This installation must conform with local codes and ordinances In the absence of local codes installations must conform with either the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 or CAN CGA B149 1 Natural Gas and Propane installation code Copies of the standards listed above may be obtained from CSA International 8501 East Pleasant ...

Page 11: ...enough room in back to connect to gas supply WARNING Explosion Hazard Use a new CSA International approved outdoor gas supply line Securely tighten all gas connections If connected to LP have a qualified person make sure gas pressure does not exceed 11 28 cm water column Examples of a qualified person include licensed heating personnel authorized gas company personnel and authorized service person...

Page 12: ...ove through the gas line 1 This built in outdoor grill comes with a power transformer plug assembly for the grill light Plug in the single prong plug in the receptacle on the left underside of the grill 2 Plug in the three prong plug into a grounded three prong outlet under the grill inside the cabinet area 3 The ignitor battery is not factory installed A 9 volt alkaline battery is located in the ...

Page 13: ...stment and how the flame is acting See Sear burner flame characteristics above 3 Turn off the valve and wait until grill and burners are cool 4 Remove grill grates sear plates 5 Remove burner and loosen air shutter adjustment screw a If flame is yellow not enough air turn air shutter counter clockwise b If flame is noisy or lifts away from burner too much air turn air shutter clockwise Adjustment shou...

Page 14: ...he grill burner control knob in Turn the knob to LITE HI while continuing to hold it in 3 You will hear the snapping sound of the spark When burner is lit release the knob Turn knob to desired setting Repeat for each of the other burners as needed IMPORTANT If burner does not light immediately turn the burner knob to OFF and wait 5 minutes before relighting Manually lighting main grill burners 1 D...

Page 15: ... secure loose food portions with butcher s string only 6 Once the food is positioned on spit rod place pointed end of rod into rotisserie motor and lower spit rod onto supports at either side of the grill 7 Plug single prong plug into rotisserie motor Manually lighting the side burner 1 Do not lean over the grill 2 Remove the manual lighting extension from inside the drip tray 3 Attach a match to ...

Page 16: ... panel to turn on or off light button OUTDOOR GRILLING TIPS WARNING Food Poisoning Hazard Do not let food sit on grill for more than one hour before or after cooking Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness Before Grilling Thaw food items before grilling Preheat grill on high use all grill burners 7 10 minutes The hood must be closed during preheating Do not use back rotisserie burner for...

Page 17: ... short period of time While juices stay inside the outside is browned with a flavorful grilled coating Indirect Heat For best results do not select the Indirect Heat cooking method when it is windy Cooking by Indirect Heat means the food is placed on the grill grate above an unheated burner allowing heat from lighted burner s on either side to cook the food If possible turn on two burners Cook with...

Page 18: ...0 F Grill turning occasionally During last few 2 1 2 to 4 lbs Med OFF Med 40 60 minutes total minutes brush with barbecue sauce if desired When done wrap in foil Roast Boneless DIRECT Medium 160 F Turn during cooking to brown on all sides Tenderloin 1 lb Medium 18 22 minutes total Ham Half INDIRECT Reheat 140 F Wrap entire ham in foil and put on grill 8 to 10 lbs Med OFF Med 2 2 1 2 hours total wi...

Page 19: ... until last 30 minutes of bone in HI OFF HI 14 18 minutes per lb cooking time One Half Breast INDIRECT 170 F Start skin side down bone in Medium OFF Medium 25 30 minutes per lb Whole INDIRECT breast 170 F Less than 11 pounds 7 to 12 lb HI OFF HI thigh 180 F 11 16 minutes per lb Fresh Vegetables Corn on the cob DIRECT 20 25 minutes total Soak in cold water 20 min Do not husk Medium Shake off excess...

Page 20: ... lay it under the back of the bird Wrap it around the tail then around the spit rod cinching tightly 6 Cross the legs on top of spit rod tie twine around the crossed legs 7 Connect the twine holding the legs to the twine holding the wings and knot Cut off any bits of hanging twine 8 Slide the second fork pushing the tines into the drumsticks 9 Center the food and forks on the rod and tighten the t...

Page 21: ...surface Use vinyl grill cover available from your local dealer to protect finish from weather See Accessories section Stainless Steel IMPORTANT Do not use soap filled scouring pads abrasive cleaners Cooktop Polishing Creme steel wool gritty wash cloths or paper towels Cleaners should not contain chlorine Damage may occur Rub in direction of grain to avoid scratching or damaging the surface Food spil...

Page 22: ...avy duty scrub sponge or mild abrasive cleaner Accessories Custom Access Door Kits are available from your dealer 27 68 6 cm Door Kit No KBAD271SSS 30 76 2 cm Door Kit No KBAD301SSS 36 91 4 cm Door Kit No KBAD361SSS Vinyl Grill Covers are available from your dealer Built in models 27 68 6 cm Cover No 4396323 36 91 4 cm Cover No 4396325 Portable models 27 68 6 cm Cover No 4396324 36 91 4 cm Cover N...

Page 23: ...g codes or use of products not approved by KitchenAid 5 Conversion kit or service call for the conversion of your gas grill from natural gas to L P propane or from L P propane to natural gas 6 Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States 7 Pickup and delivery This grill is designed to be repaired in the home 8 Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unaut...

Page 24: ... assistance you can write to KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances Customer Experience Center c o Correspondence Dept 2000 North M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence Use and maintenance procedures Accessory and repair parts sales Specialized customer assistance Spanish speaking hearing impaired limited...

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