Viking PROLPK1 Converter Installation Guide PDF

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PRONGK1 / PROLPK1 Conversion Kit for 30 / 36 / 42 / 54 Outdoor Grills

Power Burner Accessory Side Burner Accessory

Installation GUIDE

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IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW

1. Before beginning, please read these instructions completely and carefully. 2. Do not remove permanently affi xed labels, warnings, or plates from

product. This may void the warranty. 3. Please observe all local and national codes and ordinances.

CAUTION: Before proceeding with the conversion, shut off the gas supply to the appliance prior to disconnecting the electrical power.

This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualifi ed service agency in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and all applicable codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fi re, explosion or production of carbon monoxide may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. The qualifi ed service agency is responsible for the proper installation of this kit. The installation is not proper and complete until the operation of the converted appliance is checked as specifi ed in the manufacturers instructions supplied with the kit.

WARNING

GAS CONVERSION To convert a grill or accessory burners from natural to LP/Propane gas or LP/Propane to natural, you must use the conversion kit supplied by the manufacturer. When converting to Natural Gas, use the PRONGK1 kit for 30/36 / 42/54 Grills, Power Burner and Side Burner models. When converting to LP/Propane, use the PROLPK1 kit for 30/36 / 42/54 Grills, Power Burner and Side Burner models. Conversions should only be done by an authorized service technician.

PRONGK1 Conversion Kit Part List

(1) Elbow 1/2 NPT, 90 degree Pipe Elbow (1) #41S Orifi ce, Main Burner 36 Model (2) #44S Orifi ce, Sear Burner 36 Model (2) #50 Orifi ce, IR Rotis 30/36/54 Models (2) #68 Smoker Orifi ce (3) #41L, 1.375 Orifi ce, Main Burner 30/42/54 Models (1) #42S Orifi ce, Sear Burner 30/42/54 Models (1) 4/11 Regulator (2) #185 Side Burner Orifi ce (1) #50L Orifi ce, Inner Power Burner (1) #35L Orifi ce, Outer Power Burner (1) Valve Valve, Main Burner, Red Spring (1) 068907-000 Conversion Kit Instructions (1) PF030427 Conversion Label (1) 071523-000 Red Natural Gas Label (1) #48 Orifi ce, #48

PROLPK1 Conversion Kit Part List

(1) Elbow 3/8 Flare to 1/2 FIP Pipe Elbow (4) #53 Orifi ce, Main Burner 36 Model (1) #55 Orifi ce, Sear Burner 36 Model (2) #57 Orifi ce, IR Rotis 30/36/54 Models (2) #77 Orifi ce, Smoker (3) #53L, 1.375 Orifi ce, Main Burner 30/42/54 Models (2) #54 Orifi ce, Sear Burner 30/42/54 Models (1) 2-stage Regulator w/Hose (2) #115 Side Burner Orifi ce (1) #57L Orifi ce, Inner Power Burner (1) #50L Orifi ce, Outer Power Burner (1) Valve Valve, Main Burner, Red Spring (1) 068907-000 Conversion Kit Instructions (1) PF030427 Conversion Label (1) 071522-000 Yellow LP Gas Label (1) #56S Orifi ce, #56S

1 open end wrench or large channel locks (removing / installing NG regulator)

Phillips screwdriver (removing installing rear panel / adjusting air shutters)

deep socket and ratchet (removing / installing gas orifi ces on burner valves)

open end wrench (removing / installing rotisserie burner orifi ce)

7/16 open end wrench or socket (removing / installing manifold pipe)

3/8 socket (to remove the heat shield) 3/32 blade slot screwdriver - 3 long shaft (adjusting burner valves

to obtain proper minimum fl ame) 5/8 open end wrench (removing / installing LP regulator & hose

to fl are fi tting) Pipe wrench (removing / installing the LP brass 90 degree x

3/8 fl are elbow and NG 90 degree street elbow connection at manifold)

Pipe dope, yellow Tefl on gas tape, etc (sealing gas connections)

Tools Needed

*NOTE: All parts in the kit may not be used depending on model being converted

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*Important note for 30/42/54 Grills:

The main burner and power burner on the 30/42/54 grills require the long orifi ce.

These orifi ces are 1.375 in length. Failure to use the longer orifi ce on these models could result in a serious fi re.

** 41L Long 1.375 in Length ** 53L Long 1.375 in Length ** 50L Long 1.375 in Length ** 57L Long 1.375 in Length ** 35L Long 1.375 in Length

GAS PLUMBING REQUIREMENTS

A pressure regulator must be installed on all gas equipment. All local codes require that a pressure regulator be installed. Removing or failing to install the pressure regulator can result in fi re and serious bodily harm.

An installer supplied gas shut-off valve must be installed in an easily accessible location for all hardplumbed natural gas and liquid propane applications.

In order for a the grill to perform properly, you must have adequate gas plumbing. Please see the guidelines below to help ensure that you have the appropriate gas plumbing with respect to gas pipe diameter, length of pipe run and the grills BTU requirements.

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW

Ensure that the gas supplied meets with the minimum pressure requirements. Do not operate the grill on any gas other than that for which the grill has been set.

Fuel WC Max Inlet WC Min Under Full Load

Nat Gas 10 in 4 in

LP 14 in 11 in

MODEL-SPECIFIC BTU OUTPUTS

MODEL H BURNER (Btu) ROTISSERIE (Btu) PROSEAR / TRIDENT(Btu) TOTAL INPUT

30 W. 1 @ 25,000 Nat / LP 1 @ 14,000 Nat / LP 1 @ 21,000 Nat / LP 62,000 Btu/Hr Nat / LP

36 W. 2 @ 25,000 Nat / LP 1 @ 14,000 Nat / LP 1 @ 21,000 Nat / LP 87,000 Btu/Hr Nat / LP

42 W. 2 @ 25,000 Nat / LP 1 @ 16,000 Nat / LP 1 @ 21,000 Nat / LP 89,000 Btu/Hr Nat / LP

54 W. 3 @ 25,000 Nat / LP 2 @ 14,000 Nat / LP 1 @ 21,000 Nat / LP 126,000 Btu/Hr Nat / LP

MODEL TOP BURNER (Btu) OUTER TOP BURNER (Btu) INNER TOP BURNER (Btu) TOTAL INPUT

Side Burner 1 @ 15,000 Nat / LP N/A N/A 30,000 Btu/Hr Nat / LP

Power Burner N/A 1 @ 34,000 1 @ 13,000 47,000 Btu/Hr Nat / LP

Models NG LP

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Main Burner 41 53

ProSear /Trident Burner 44 55

IR Rotisserie 50 57

30 / 54

Main Burner* 41L** 53L**

ProSear /Trident Burner 42 54

IR Rotisserie 50 57

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Main Burner* 41L** 53L**

ProSear /Trident Burner 42 54

IR Rotisserie 48 56

Side Burner Top Burner #185 #115

Power Burner

Outer Burner 50L** 57L**

Inner Burner 35L** 50L**

Internal Pipe Diameter 10 ft. 20 ft. 30 ft. 40 ft.

3/4 360,000 BTU 245,000 BTU 198,000 BTU 169,000 BTU

Internal Pipe Diameter 50 ft. 60 ft. 70 ft. 80 ft.

3/4 150,000 BTU 135,000 BTU 123,000 BTU 116,000 BTU

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Refer to the chart to install correct orifi ces. Outdoor Grills

Remove cooking grates and briquette trays. Remove the main burners, lift up and then back, up and out. Remove the sear burner and lift up and then back, up and out. Maintenance: check burner throat for spider webs, run a bottle brush around the inside diameter, wire brush over burner to insure ports are

clear. Using the deep socket remove the orifi ces from the burner valves. Be sure to support the socket straight and true. Using the deep socket install the proper orifi ces completely onto the valve. Hold the socket straight and true. Remove the rear rotisserie access panel cover plate w/ phillips screwdriver. (one screw on rear hood) Remove the rotisserie burner orifi ce using the open end wrench. Install the specifi ed orifi ces. On cabinet models, remove the back regulator access panel (four screws) with the phillips screw driver. Built in models, under the enclosure, the regulator is located at the rear of the grill. Remove the regulator and connector (brass elbow LP, black pipe 90 degree elbow - NG) from the manifold. Use

fresh pipe dope or tape to install the regulator and elbow supplied in kit. Adjust air shutters to minimize yellow fl ames. (Only applies to brass burners) Replace all burners, briquette trays, and grates.

Converting the Grill Burners

Orifi ce / Venturi Proper Position ProSear / Trident Burner pushed all the way onto the orifi ce

Main Burner pushed all the way onto the orifi ce

Side Burner Accessory

Remove cooking grates. Remove the brass burner cap. Using the deep socket remove the orifi ces from the burner valves. Be sure to

support the socket straight and true. Install the proper orifi ces completely onto valve. Hold the socket straight and true.

Remove the regulator and connector (brass elbow LP, black pipe 90 degree elbow - NG) from the manifold. Use fresh pipe dope or tape to install the regulator and elbow supplied in kit.

Open LP air shutters three-quarters. Open NG air shutters one half. Replace all burners cap and grates.

Power Burner Accessory

Remove cooking grates. Remove the brass burners, lift up and then back, up and out. Using the deep socket remove the orifi ces from the burner valves.

Be sure to support the socket straight and true. Install the proper orifi ces completely onto the valve. Hold the socket straight and true.

Remove the regulator and connector (brass elbow LP, black pipe 90 degree elbow - NG) from the manifold. Use fresh pipe dope or tape to install the regulator and elbow supplied in kit.

Open LP air shutters three-quarters. Open NG air shutters one half. Replace all burners and grates. Make sure the burner is seated

correctly on the frame with the brass peg inside the positioning hole

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Checking for Gas Leaks

ADJUSTING BURNER FLAME

Replace the burners. Light the grill to check fl ame height. Adjust low fl ame height with the 3/32 slot blade screw driver. Turn the burner valve to the low position. Hold the valve stem in position by hand and insert the screwdriver into the hole in

the valve stem. Turn the screwdriver right or clockwise to reduce fl ame and left or counter clockwise to increase fl ame height.

Open and close each valve twice to insure the fl ame height did not change. Re-install all parts and replace all panels removed

WARNING To prevent fi re or explosion hazard, DO NOT smoke or allow any potential source of ignition (sparks, electrical arcing, etc) in the area while performing a leak test. Leak tests should be conducted outdoors only. Never conduct a leak test using fi re or fl ame.

Lighting Your Grill

For the Main Burner, ProSear /Trident Burner or Accessory Burners:

Push and hold the control knob in for 5-7 seconds, allowing the igniter to heat up. Then rotate the knob to LITE. After ignition, set the knob to the desired heat setting.

For the Rotisserie Burner:

The rotisserie burner features a thermocouple sensor with a safety valve that automatically shuts off the fl ow of gas if the burner goes out.

To light the rotisserie burner, push and hold the control knob in for 2 seconds and then turn the knob to the LITE position.

After ignition CONTINUE HOLDING THE CONTROL KNOB IN for 30 to 60 seconds. During this time the thermocouple will heat up and the safety valve will remain open.

If you release the control knob before the thermocouple has heated up, the safety valve will shut off the fl ow of gas to the rotisserie burner and you will have to re-light the burner.

Create a soapy solution of 1 part soap and 3 parts water. Confi rm that all control knobs are in the off position. Turn on the fuel supply. For natural gas, turn the valve handle 1/4 turn to align with the gas fl ow. For L.P., turn the cylinder valve knob counter clockwise one full rotation. Apply the soap solution generously by paint brush or squirt bottle on all connections and fi ttings. If bubbles appear to grow on any of the connections, you have a gas leak. IMMEDIATELY turn off the gas supply.

Fixing a Gas Leak: Shut off the gas supply Turn all grill controls to the ON position to purge the grill of any gas build-up, then turn the controls back OFF. Wash off the soapy solution with cold water and dry. Tighten the loose joint, or replace the faulty part with manufacturer-recommended replacement parts. DO NOT attempt to repair the L.P. cylinder valve if it is damaged. The only way to safely resolve a damaged cylinder is to REPLACE IT. Repeat the leak test to ensure that no leaks are present.

Final Preparation

This appliance was converted on __________________day-month-year to _____________ gas

with the ____________________________________(model number of kit used) Conversion Kit

by:

(name and address of organization making the conversion), which accepts the responsibility that

this conversion has been properly made. PF030427B

Note: When the conversion is complete, place the labels below in the required locations.

Conversion label

Complete the informaion on this label with a permanent marker and place next to the rating label under the drip tray

Gas Identifi cation label

Replace the triangle label on the back of the unit with the one in