KENYON B70400 Texan All Seasons Built-In Electric Grill Owner’s Manual

KENYON B70400 Texan All Seasons Built-In Electric Grill

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:

1. Read ALL instructions prior to using the product.
2.  Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse the cord or plugs in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliances are used near children.
5. Allow cooling before putting on or taking off parts.
6. Do not operate an appliance with a damaged power cord or plug. If the appliance malfunctions, discontinue use and contact the nearest authorized appliance dealer or the factory for examination, repair or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not supplied by the manufacturer of the appliance may cause injuries.
8. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
9. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
10. Do not use appliances for other than intended use.
11. Always place a minimum of two (2) cups of water in a disposable drip tray prior to grilling.
12. Never leave children alone – children should not be left unattended around the grill at any time.
13. Allow the grill to cool before taking off cooking grates, disposable drip tray or lids.
14. Fuel, such as charcoal briquettes, is not to be used with this appliance.
15. Ensure grill is installed per instructions and properly grounded by a qualified electrician.
16. Do not replace or attempt to repair any part of the grill, unless otherwise noted in this manual.
17. All other service is to be performed by a factory-authorized technician.
18. Do not use water to extinguish a grease fire, use a dry chemical fire extinguisher.
19. Do not store flammable materials near the grill.
20. Do not wear loose-fitting or hanging apparel when using the grill.
21. The appliance is not to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction.

WARNING: Charcoal or similar combustible fuels must be not be used with this appliance.

HOW TO USE GRILL

THE ABOVE INSERT IS LOCATED UNDERNEATH YOUR GRILL LID

PLEASE READ INSERT AND REMOVE PRIOR TO GRILL USE.

1. Before using your grill, remove the cooking grate and drip tray from the grill. Wash the grill with warm soapy water using a non-abrasive cloth. USE ONLY HIGH TEMP PLASTIC UTENSILS WHEN GRILLING. Visit our website to purchase a set of high-quality stainless steel/high temp plastic grill utensils, www.cookwithkenyon.com.
2. Make sure the drip trays are inserted all the way into the bottom of the grill and electric element brackets are resting on the element support bracket.
3. Cover the bottom of the drip trays with a liquid. The water is fine. PLEASE DO NOT USE A FLAMMABLE LIQUID! Doing so would ruin your cookout. Using apple juice if you are grilling pork adds a nice flavor to the meat. A can of lime soda is wonderful if you are grilling fish. Just remember always to add liquid to the drip tray prior to grilling.
4. To keep your grill smoke-free, always clean the grilling surface after each use. Simply wash with warm soapy water using a non-abrasive cloth or place it in your dishwasher. Empty the drip trays and wipe with a damp paper towel. The drip trays can be used multiple times before needing to be replaced.
5. Place your cooking grates or optional griddles (part #B96000) onto the element with drip trays installed. Use the griddles for foods such as eggs, pancakes or french toast.
6. Preheat grill with lid closed for 5 to 7 minutes on desired heat setting for type of food.

• Steak 7-8 bars
• Hamburgers 6-7 bars
• Chicken, pork and fish 4-5 bars
• Vegetables 3-4 bars

1. Close the lid(s) and cook. Enjoy the best-grilled food you have ever tasted!
2. Clean up. This is easy to do as you will soon learn. After the grill has cooled to the touch, take a few pieces of paper towel and place on the grilling surface. Pour about one ounce of water on the towel and then using your high-temperature nylon tongs, swab the paper toweling back and forth to loosen up the residue from your grilling. Throw the paper towel away and wipe the grates off with a dry paper towel.
3. Once the grates have cooled sufficiently, remove the grates and place in your dishwasher for a thorough cleaning.
4. With the grates removed, lift up the electric elements and remove the drip trays. Empty the contents of the drip trays in an appropriate place, please don’t pour it on your neighbor’s lawn. Wipe the trays out with a dry paper towel and reuse the trays. The trays can last for several uses.
5. After you have used your grill many times, you may want to wash the lids. They can be placed in your dishwasher and run on the pots & pans cycle. This will restore your grill to its original pristine look.
6. To clean the grill, first be sure the cooking surface has cooled enough to handle. Then remove the grates, lift up the electric elements until they lock in the up position, remove the middle grate support crossbar, then the drip trays. The grate support cross bar is removed by lifting the rear and pulling the front notch off of the supporting tab. To install the support reverse the procedure. Do not cook on the grate without the support in place!
7. Wipe the stainless steel surfaces with a damp cloth to remove any residue from previous grilling sessions.
8. 9. Your Kenyon grill came with a sample bottle of stainless steel cleaner. Use this cleaner once a month to protect the stainless.
9. The touch control area is ceramic glass which is sealed from the effects of rain, snow, and ice. To clean the glass, use a glass cleaner and a soft towel. If stains appear, use a ceramic glass cleaner which can be found in your local grocery store.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION

The Texan Grill Models
B70400WH, B70400WHSCHUKO, B70400WHUK, B70400WHAU, B70401WH,
B70401WHSCHUKO, B70401WHUK, B70401WHAU, B70405WH, B70405WHSCHUKO, B70405WHUK, B70405WHAU, B70410WH, B70410WHSCHUKO, B70410WHUK, B70410WHAU, B70420WH, B70420WHSCHUKO, B70420WHUK, B70420WHAU & B70421WH

• 240V AC 50/60Hz – 3000 WATTS – 13 AMPS
• Overall dimensions: 29.5” x 21” x 3.9” (11” with lid)
  • 753mm x 533mm x 99mm
  • (279mm with lid)
• Cut-out dimensions: 28” x 18.5”
  • 711mm x 470mm

INSTALLATION

Package Contents

• Your Texan grill is assembled and ready for installation. Before you install the grill write your unit’s serial number here for future reference: _____. The serial number can be found on the bottom center of the grill next to the drain fitting. The serial number consists of six digits.
• Contained in the shipping container is the Texan Grill, nine (9) mounting screws, manual, stainless steel cleaner and three (3) feet of drain hose with brass fitting. If any components are missing or damaged, call KENYON immediately.

Electrical Requirements

Check the Electrical Supply Requirements

• This product must be installed in accordance with national, state and local electric codes. The following table provides the correct voltage, amperage and frequency that must be supplied to the grill.
• The supply must be from an individual grounded circuit that is protected by a circuit breaker and rated per the specifications for the model as shown in the table below.

KENYON PART NUMBER| MAX CONNECTED LOAD| POWER SUPPLY INPUT| PLUG TYPE
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B70400WH| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| 3 wire cord no plug
B70400WHSCHUKO| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| SCHUKO plug
B70400WHUK| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| UK plug
B70400WHAU| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| AU plug
B70401WH| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| 3 wire cord no plug
B70401WHSCHUKO| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| SCHUKO plug
B70401WHUK| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| UK plug
B70401WHAU| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| AU plug
B70405WH| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| 3 wire cord no plug
B70405WHSCHUKO| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| SCHUKO plug
B70405WHUK| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| UK plug
B70405WHAU| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| AU plug
B70410WH| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| 3 wire cord no plug
B70410WHSCHUKO| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| SCHUKO plug
B70410WHUK| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| UK plug
B70410WHAU| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| AU plug
B70420WH| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| 3 wire cord no plug
B70420WHSCHUKO| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| SCHUKO plug
B70420WHUK| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| UK plug
B70420WHAU| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| AU plug
B70421WH| 3000 Watts| 240V AC 13A 60Hz| 3 wire cord no plug

WARNING

• If the electrical supply does not meet the product specifications, consult with a licensed electrician before proceeding with installation!
• Allow a 2-inch (2”) minimum clearance between the bottom of the grill and combustible surface located below, ie: the upper edge of a drawer installed below the grill (Fig. 7, page 11). Failure to provide proper clearances and ventilation may result in a fire hazard.

Countertop Installation

Your Texan Grill is supplied with a factory-installed polished stainless steel flange that accepts nine oval head wood screws for mounting. The trim flange of the grill is designed to hold the unit firmly in place in the countertop. If desired, you may seal the edge of the countertop beneath the trim flange. We recommend a NON-ADHESIVE such as acrylic latex caulk. This will help reduce the chance of damage to the trim flange should the unit need to be removed from the countertop. Should you need to remove the unit from the countertop after installation simply takes a piece of fishing line and run it back and forth under the trim flange to break the caulk bond.

Please read this section prior to making cutout for the grill

It is important to plan ahead for the installation of the grill, keeping the following dimensions in mind (please refer to Figure 6 below).

• 13 inches maximum depth of overhead cabinets
• 36 inches is the minimum height of the countertop above the floor
• The minimum flat countertop surface that the grill will rest upon must be equal to or greater than the overall grill dimensions (refer to the page 8 for overall grill dimensions).
• 30 inches minimum clearance between the top of the grill and the bottom of an unprotected wood or metal cabinet or 24-inch minimum clearance when the bottom of wood or metal cabinet is protected by not less than 1/4 inch thick flame retardant millboard covered with not less than No. 28 MSG sheet steel, 0.015-inch thick stainless steel, 0.024-inch thick aluminum or 0.020-inch thick copper.
•  6 inches minimum from backsplash of countertop to edge of a grill (refer to page 8 for overall grill dimensions). 1-1/2 inches minimum from the front of the counter to the grill.

FOR INSTALLATIONS IN CANADA: “Do Not Install Closer Than 1/2 Inch (13mm) From Any Adjacent Surface”, and NE PAS INSTALLER A’MDINS DE 13MM DE TOUTE SURFACE ADJACENT.

WARNING

To eliminate the risk of burns from reaching over the heated grill, cabinet storage space located above the grill should be avoided. If cabinet storage is to be provided, the risk can be reduced by installing a range hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5 inches beyond the bottom of the cabinets.

Before making the countertop cutout, check for clearance. Check to see that the grill will clear the front and side walls of the base cabinet. Also, check for proper clearance to the backsplash so that the lid can open fully.
Adequate ventilation of the space below the countertop must be provided to ensure the proper operation of the grill. Heat transferred from the grill bottom pan during operation will overheat an improperly ventilated area.

Since the appliance requires a sufficient supply of fresh air to operate at maximum performance, the cabinet must be designed accordingly.

The following is required for this:

• The cabinet must have a minimum of two openings; one to allow fresh air to enter and the other for hot air to escape the cabinet.
• Opening sizes must be equal to 8 square inches each. This is for ambient temperatures of 85ºF / 30ºC and below. If the ambient temperature around the appliance is above 85ºF / 30ºC then larger ventilation opening sizes may be required.

When making a countertop cutout, radius the corner to help prevent cracking of the countertop material. A 1/4 inch radius is typical, but follow the countertop manufacturer’s instructions regarding the minimum radius and any reinforcements required to prevent damage to the countertop over time. Use Plumber’s Putty to seal the grill to the countertop. Plumber’s Putty is a soft, pliable sealing compound that is used to make watertight seals around faucets, drains, and other plumbing parts. The putty is hidden under the flange, lip, or edge of the grill and is not visible when the grill is installed. If caulk were used instead of putty, it would be difficult to access these areas to cut through the caulk to remove the part. Plumber’s Putty is a very inexpensive material that is sold in small plastic tubs. It is always shaped by hand before it is applied to the plumbing part. Follow the basic instructions on the container of the Plumber’s Putty. If your countertop is made of granite, marble, quartz, sandstone or Corian use a stain-free Plumber’s Putty to prevent the staining of the countertop.

Drain Connection

For your convenience, the grill is equipped with a 1/2” NPT brass pipe fitting and 90º brass elbow which you can attach the 5/8” ID flexible hose that came with your grill. The portable version of the grill comes with a brass pipe plug installed in the drain fitting. If you are using your grill as a portable unit, save the hose and 90º brass fitting for possible installation in the future.

Final Preparations Prior to Use

Remove the protective plastic film from the lid, and trim the flange and glass panel. Clean the grill before you use it for the first time. Thorough cleaning with a stainless steel or glass cleaner will remove any traces of plastic film adhesives and manufacturing oils. Wash the nonstick coated grates in warm soapy water before using the grill.

OPERATION OF GRILL

• Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.

USE ONLY DRY POT HOLDERS

• Moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let pot holder touch the grate or element of the grill. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of a pot holder.

DO NOT COOK ON BROKEN GRILL GRATE OR GRIDDLE

• If the grate should break, grease and oils may come into direct contact with the electric element and create a risk of electric shock or fire. Contact an authorized service center or KENYON Customer Care immediately at
  860-664-4906.

CLEAN GRILL WITH CAUTION

• If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking surface, be careful to avoid steam burns. Some cleaners produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface. Read the cleaner label for details prior to using.

DO NOT TOUCH HEATING ELEMENT OR GRATE

• The heating element and grate will be hot for some time after cooking. These components should be allowed to cool and then be handled with care and caution while cleaning, as they may be hot enough to cause severe burns.

CLEAN GRILL AFTER EACH USE

• This appliance is equipped with removable, disposable drip trays. The drip trays MUST be removed and cleaned after each and EVERY use. Do not allow grease to accumulate between cooking. The drip trays and baffle tray MUST be used when cooking on the grill. Excessive grease may spill over into the interior of the grill, voiding your warranty and posing a fire hazard.

NEVER LEAVE GRILL UNATTENDED AT HIGH HEAT SETTINGS

• High heat setting may cause heavy smoking and ignite grease.

DO NOT CLEAN UNIT WITH PRESSURIZED WATER

• Never clean the grill with any form of pressurized water or other types of cleaners. Doing so will void the warranty and may pose a serious risk of electric shock. Always clean the grill with a cloth and a stainless steel or glass surface cleaner.

STORAGE

• Suitable shelter must be provided to prevent direct exposure to rain. Covers available at www.cookwithkenyon.com.

TO PREVENT SMOKE

• To prevent the contents of the drip trays from smoking, place 2 cups of water (or enough to cover the bottom of the pan) in the drip trays before cooking.

DO NOT USE POTS OR OTHER BAKEWARE ON THE GRILL
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE GRILL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Touch Control

To activate an element, first the master power must be turned on by placing and holding a finger for two seconds over the circular area next to the master power graphic. An audible beep will be heard and a light next to the master power graphic will illuminate. Then the desired element must be turned on, by placing a finger over the circular area marked ON/OFF for that element. The same beep will sound and a light will illuminate. Then the heat level is chosen, by holding a finger over the circular areas marked with + or -. Touching the + first will incrementally set the heat level from settings 1 thru 8 with a beep and corresponding number of lights illuminated. Touching the – first will incrementally set the level from settings 8 thru 1 with a beep and corresponding number of lights illuminated. When the desired heat level is reached the finger is removed and the grill remains at that heat level. If an element is activated, but no heat level chosen, the element will automatically turn off in 7 seconds. To change the heat level place finger on

• or – graphic of desired element to change heat level incrementally up or down. To deactivate an element, touch circular area marked ON/OFF to turn the element off. Also the master power ON/OFF can be touched and the entire grill will be deactivated.

CALIBRATION

Upon application of electrical power to the grill, the controller will run a self-calibration process. The controller will then sound an audible confirmation tone and the display will briefly illuminate. The grill is now ready to be used. For proper calibration the glass above the controller must be clear of any debris.

HEAT SETTINGS

Your Texan Grill has 8 different heat settings, 1 through 8, selected using the (-) and (+) sensors. The heat setting is displayed as shown at the right. The heating element cycles at different time intervals to vary the heat level. As the setting is increased, the heating element will remain on for a longer period, increasing the cooking temperature of the grill.

HOT SURFACE INDICATOR

Your Texan Grill is equipped with a hot surface indicator for each grill element. An indicator illuminates when it’s respective element is activated. It will remain illuminated after the element is de-energized for a period of up to 30 minutes until the grill has cooled. See Fig. 9.

LOCK FUNCTION

The lock function allows the user to lock the control and the heat level can only be decreased or the element de-energized. When locked an element can not be energized and the heat level can not be increased. To activate or de- activate the lock function, touch the lock button for 3 seconds. A light will illuminate to indicate the control is locked.

TURNING “OFF” THE GRILL

• To turn off the grill, simply touch and hold the Master Power Sensor for two seconds. The controller will de-energize and shut off the heating element.

AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF

The electronic control of your KENYON grill has been programmed with safety in mind and features an automatic shut-off. The grill is programmed to shut down after predetermined time after being energized (see table below). The control will also shut off if it reaches a preset temperature limit. If this occurs, allow the grill to cool down for 20-30 minutes.

PREHEAT AND AUTO SHUT-OFF TIME

The grill will preheat at full power for the specified time and heat settings listed in the table below. In the number 8 setting there is no preheat as the grill is at full power all ready.

SETTING

|

PREHEAT TIME (min)

|

AUTO SHUT-OFF (min)

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1| 1| 91
2| 3| 91
3| 5| 91
4| 5| 65
5| 7| 67
6| 7| 67
7| 7| 67
8| 0| 60

TEMPERATURE GUIDE

The following is meant to be a guideline. Individual results may  vary depending on conditions. Factors such as wind, and outside temperatures, food temperature when placed on grill can affect cooking times. The grill is designed and engineered for optimal cooking performance with the lid down or closed.

SETTING

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FOOD TYPES

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1| Fried eggs on griddle
2| Pancakes – French toast on griddle
3| Vegetables
4| Vegetables – Fish
5| Fish – Chicken
6| Chicken – Hamburgers
7| Hamburgers – Steaks
8| Steaks

Grill Parts

HEATING ELEMENTS

• The heating elements are designed to pivot as shown to remove/replace the baffle tray and drip trays. They will stay in the up position. To put down apply slight downward pressure.

BAFFLE TRAY

• The baffle tray supports the drip trays, heating elements and grates and must always be used when operating the grill. The cross bar must also be installed to support the elements and grates.

DRIP TRAYS

• The disposable drip trays collect all the fat and juices created during the cooking process. The drip trays must be emptied after each use.
• When replacing the drip trays, position the drip trays so that they are completely contained inside the baffle tray and insuring that the side or the rim of the drip trays do not protrude outside of the baffle tray. (see Fig. 13)
• To prevent the contents of the drip trays from smoking, place 2 cups of water (or enough to cover the bottom of the pan) in the drip trays before cooking. The replacement for the disposable drip tray is Kenyon part #B96001.

GRATES

• Grates must be cleaned after every use. The grates have a nonstick coating for ease of cleaning. Wash grates after each use in warm soapy water.

Lid Removal

LID REMOVAL

• The grill lids are removable for cleaning . To remove the lids, open it so the bearing is aligned with the notch in the lidstay.
• Pull the lidstay toward the center of the grill, over the bearing, releasing the lid from the lidstay mechanism. Then slide the quick release pin out of the middle hinge. (See Fig. 14)
• With the quick release pin removed, grasp the lid, pushing back on the center to clear the middle hinge and slide the lid away from the center of the grill until the outer hinge is free of it’s pivot pin. (See Fig. 15) Once the lid(s) have been removed they can be washed in warm, soapy water. Installation is reverse of removal.

Handle Lock

HANDLE LOCK

• The handle lock allows the user to lock both lids together for ease of opening and accessing the entire grilling surface. (See Fig. 16)
• The lids can also be unlocked and opened individually for access to either half of the grilling surface. (See Fig. 17)
• This is a great feature allowing the user to access only half of the grill, allowing the other half to continue cooking uninterrupted.

Statement of Warranty

Kenyon International, Inc (the “Company”) warrants its products in normal usage to be free of defects in materials and workmanship subject to the conditions and limitations below. Any part, which proves to be defective in normal usage during the warranty period will be repaired or replaced by the Company.

In order for product to be covered under this warranty it must be returned to the Company for evaluation. Please contact [email protected] for return instructions. This warranty covers certain products built by the Company and is subject to the following conditions and limitations:

1. The Company’s liability shall be limited to repair or replacement (choice of remedy at Company’s option) of electronic components as may be defective in materials or workmanship. This liability is limited to three years from the date of original installation or 42 months from invoice date, whichever comes first; this warranty covers parts and labor at pre-approved rates. Stainless steel is warranted with a lifetime guarantee to be rust free when cared for monthly as outlined in owner’s manual. If corrosion begins, contact the Company with photo evidence of corrosion for replacement components.
2. Determination of suitability of the product for the use contemplated by the Buyer is the sole responsibility of the Buyer and the Company shall have no responsibility in connection with such suitability.
3. The Company shall not be liable for any damage resulting from:

• failures due to use of the product in applications for which they are not intended;
• failures due to corrosion, wear and tear, abuse, neglect, improper installation or maintenance;
• failures due to breakage of glass, accidental or otherwise.

1. The Company shall be responsible for ground shipping charges to the location of the appliance (home) within the Continental United States and Canada. Any duties, express or special shipping charges are at the expense of the Buyer.
2. All labor allowed by the Company under this warranty must be pre-authorized and performed by an Authorized Kenyon International Service Center, unless otherwise specified in writing by the Company.

References

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