November 01, 2016

How to replace a gas grill pressure regulator

How to replace a gas grill pressure regulator

This repair guide gives step-by-step instructions on how to replace the pressure regulator on a gas grill. A defective pressure regulator can prevent the burners from getting enough gas, or any gas at all, and the burners won't ignite. Reset the regulator as described in the owner's manual for your grill. If you’ve already tried to reset the regulator as described in your owner’s manual and the regulator still doesn’t work, replace it with a manufacturer-approved gas grill part.

This repair guide and video shows how to replace the pressure regulator in common Kenmore, Charbroil, Weber, KitchenAid, Nexgrill, BBQ-Pro and Brinkman gas grills.

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Tools required
Wrench set
Work gloves
Repair difficulty
Time required
15 minutes or less
Repair difficulty
Time required
15 minutes or less
Replacing a pressure regulator on a gas grill

This video explains how to replace the pressure regulator on a gas grill.

Instructions

  1. 01.

    Shut off the gas supply

    Close the shut-off valve on the propane gas tank. 

    Tip: Arrows on the tank knob show which way to open and close the valve.
  2. 02.

    Disconnect the hose from the tank

    Turn the hose coupling nut counterclockwise and release the coupling nut from the propane tank.

    Remove the regulator hose from the tank.

  3. 03.

    Remove the pressure regulator

    Disconnect the hose from the manifold.

    Remove the cotter pin and release the hose from the grill frame.

    Remove the pressure regulator.

    Disconnect the hose from the manifold.

  4. 04.

    Install the new pressure regulator

    Clean the manifold fitting.

    Connect the hose to the manifold fitting and tighten firmly.

    Connect the hose to the grill frame then reinstall the cotter pin.

    Connect the hose to the propane tank. Tighten the hose coupling nut firmly.

  5. 05.

    Restore the gas supply

    Open the valve on the propane gas tank.

  6. 06.

    Check for leaks

    Coat the manifold fitting and tank fitting connections with a soapy solution.

    Look for bubbles that indicate a gas leak on the fitting connections.

    If bubbles appear, shut off the tank valve immediately.

    Tighten the leaking fitting connection.

    Restore the gas supply and retest for leaks.

    Continue the process until you find no connection leaks.

Warning: Undertaking repairs to appliances can be hazardous. Use the proper tools and safety equipment noted in the guide and follow all instructions. Do not proceed until you are confident that you understand all of the steps and are capable of completing the repair. Some repairs should only be performed by a qualified technician.

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