Regency Energy U31 Owner's manual

Brand: Regency

Model: Energy U31

Category: Stoves

Type: Owner's manual

This manual is also suitable for

MODELS: U31-NG10 Natural Gas U31-LP10 Propane

Energy™ U31 Gas Insert

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- Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other

appliance.

- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electrical switch: do not use any phone in your building.

Leave the building immediately.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbour's phone. Follow the gas supplier's

instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the re department.

- Installation and service must be performed by a qualied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

WARNING

FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD

Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious

injury, death, or property damage.

919-435d

FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. 6988 Venture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4

03.18.19

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TO THE NEW OWNER

Congratulations! You are the owner of a state-of-the-art Gas Insert by FPI.

The FPI Gas Insert Series of hand crafted appliances has been designed to provide you with all the warmth and charm

of a ﬁreplace, at the ﬂick of a switch. The models U31-NG10 and U31-LP10 of this series have been approved by

Warnock Hersey/Intertek for both safety and efﬁciency. As it also bears our own mark, it promises to provide you with

economy, comfort and security for many trouble free years to follow. Please take a moment now to acquaint yourself

with these instructions and the many features of your FPI Fireplace.

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table of contents

CONTENTS

Dimensions

Dimensions with Standard Faceplate ...........................................4

Dimensions with Low Proﬁle Faceplate ........................................5

Installation

Safety label for the U31-10 ...........................................................6

Ma code - co detector ...................................................................7

For your safety ..............................................................................8

Speciﬁcations ...............................................................................9

Policy for solid fuel burning and factory built ﬁreplaces ................9

Before you start ............................................................................9

Installation checklist ......................................................................10

Materials required .........................................................................10

Minimum ﬁreplace Dimensions .....................................................11

Clearances to combustibles ..........................................................11

Combustible mantel clearances in masonry installation ...............12

Conversion from natural gas to propane .....................................13

Gas connection ............................................................................14

High elevation ...............................................................................14

Draft hood connection ..................................................................14

Venting ..........................................................................................14

Gas pressure test .........................................................................14

Gas insert aeration system ...........................................................15

Test for ﬂue spillage ......................................................................15

Optional brick panel ......................................................................15

Log set installation ........................................................................16

Wiring diagram .............................................................................19

Standard faceplate & hearth trim install .......................................20

Flush louver installation ................................................................21

Low proﬁle faceplate installation ...................................................22

Safety screen installation / removal ..............................................24

Optional wall thermostat ..............................................................25

Final check ...................................................................................25

Operating Instructions

Operating instructions ..................................................................25

First ﬁre .........................................................................................25

Lighting procedure ........................................................................26

Shutdown procedure ....................................................................26

Automatic convection ...................................................................26

Fan operation ................................................................................26

Normal operating sounds of gas appliances ................................26

Copy of the lighting plate instructions ..........................................27

Maintenance

Maintenance instructions ..............................................................28

Log replacement ...........................................................................28

Glass gasket .................................................................................28

Door glass replacement ................................................................28

Fan maintenance ..........................................................................29

Low proﬁle faceplate ....................................................................32

Warranty

Warranty: limited lifetime ..............................................................34

This appliance does not have the capability to adjust the fan speed using the supplied remote—even though the remote transmitter allows

this function. The appliance fan is controlled by a fan speed controller (rheostat) or on/off switch depending on the model.

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dimensions

UNIT DIMENSIONS WITH STANDARD FACE PLATE

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dimensions

UNIT DIMENSIONS WITH LOW PROFILE FACE PLATE

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DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL /

NE PAS ENLEVER CETTE ÉTIQUETTE

Serial No. / No de série

400

Min. supply pressure 5" WC (1.25kPa)

Low Setting Man. pressure 1.6" WC (0.40kPa)

Max. Manifold pressure 3.5" WC (0.87kPa)

Orifice size 37 DMS (2.64mm)

Minimum input 20,600 Btu/h (6.04kW)

Altitude 0-2000ft (0-610m)

Maximum input 30,000 Btu/h (8.79kW)

Use Conversion Kit (Part #400-970)

Min. supply pressure 5" WC (1.25 kPa)

Low Setting Man. pressure 1.6" WC (0.40kPa)

Max. Manifold pressure 3.5" WC (0.87kPa)

Orifice size 40 DMS (2.49 mm)

Minimum input 19,200 Btu/h (5.62kW)

Altitude 2000-4500ft (610-1370m)

Maximum input 27,200 Btu/h (7.97kW)

919-458c

Mantel Clearances in Masonry

Fireplace Installation

NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSERT:

MODEL U31-NG10

PROPANE FIREPLACE INSERT:

MODEL U31-LP10

11" WC (2.74 kPa)

6.4" WC (1.59 kPa)

10" WC (2.49 kPa)

52 DMS (1.6mm)

22,000 Btu/h (6.45kW)

0-2000ft (0-610m)

28,000 Btu/h (8.21kW)

Use Conversion Kit (Part #400-971)

1" WC (2.74 kPa)

6.4" WC (1.59 kPa)

10" WC (2.49 kPa)

53 DMS (1.5mm)

20,000 Btu/h (5.86 kW)

2000-4500ft (610-1370m)

25,000 Btu/h (7.33 kW)

FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd.

Delta BC, CANADA

MADE IN CANADA / FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA

Model: U31-NG10

Model: U31-LP10

Factory Equipped For Altitude 0-2000ft. (0-610m)

Field Convertible For Altitude 2000-4500ft.(610-1370m)

Duplicate Serial number

Part #: 919-458c

Colour: Black on grey except what is indicated as being printed in red

Size: (File at 100%) 8.94" H x 6" W

Sept. 25/14: Created draft for approval

Feb. 10/15: Updated clearances

Mar. 5/15: Rev. A: Updated standard as per ITS

Jan. 17/18: Rev. B: Updated standard

Dec 04/18: Updated 2017 standard

Feb 2019: Updated clearances

*Printer: Continue number sequence from 919-098 - do not restart at 0

This appliance must be installed in accordance with local codes, if any; if none, follow the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or

Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.

This appliance must be installed in accordance with the Standard CAN/CSA Z240 MH, Mobile Housing, in Canada, or with the Manufactured

Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, in the United States, or when such a standard is not applicable,

ANSI/NCSBCS A225.1/NFPA 501A, Manufactured Home Installations Standard or ANSI A119.2 ou NFPA 501C Standard for Recreational

Vehicles

This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate and may be installed in an aftermarket, permanently located,

manufactured (mobile) home where not prohibited by local codes. See owner's manual for details.

WARNING. This fireplace has been converted for use with a gas fireplace insert only and cannot be used for burning wood or solid fuels

unless all original parts have been replaced, and the fireplace re-approved by the authority having jurisdiction.

Installer l'appareil selon les codes ou règlements locaux, ou, en l'absence de tels règlements, selon les codes d'installation ANSI Z223.1,

National Fuel Gas Code ou CSA-B149.1 en vigueur.

Installer l'appareil selon la norme CAN/CSA-Z240, Série MM, Maison mobiles ou CAN/CSA-Z240 VC, Véhicules de camping, ou la norme 24

CFR Part 3280, Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard. Si ces normes ne sont pas pertinentes, utilisez la norme

ANSI/NCSBCS A225.1/NFPA 501A, Manufactured Home Installations Standard, ou ANSI A119.2 ou NFPA 501C Standard for Recreational

Vehicles.

Cet appareil doit être utilisé uniquement avec le type de gaz indiqué sur la plaque signalétique. Cet appareil peut être installé dans une maison

préfabriquée ou mobile (É.-U. seulement) installée à demeure si les règlements locaux le permettent. Voir la notice de l'utilisateur pour plus de

renseignements. Cet appareil ne peut pas être utilisé avec d'autres gaz sauf si une trousse de conversion certifiée est fournie.

AVERTISSEMENT: Ce foyer a été converti pour être utilisé avec un foyer au gaz encastrable et ne peut être utilisé pour brûler du bois ou

d'autres combustibles solides à moins que toutes les pièces d'origine aient été remplacées et que le foyer ait été approuvé de nouveau par

l'autorité compétente.

This vented gas fireplace heater is not for use with air filters. Ne pas utiliser de filtre à air avec ce foyer au gaz à évacuation.

For use with glass doors certified with the appliance only À

utiliser uniquement avec les portes en verre certifiées avec l'appareil

Minimum Clearances to Combustibles from Insert

Side wall A 10" (255mm)

Ceiling B 47-1/2" (1205mm)

Alcove Width K 48" (1220mm)

Max. Alcove Depth L 36" (915mm)

Max. Mantel depth M 12" (305mm)

Mantel height -Louvers N 17" (432mm)

Mantel height- Low profile F/P N 25" (635mm)

Mantel depth O 3-1/2" (89mm)

Mantel height -Louvers P 13" (330mm)

Mantel height- Low profile F/P P 21" (533mm)

Floor Q 19-1/2" (495mm)

ELECTRICAL SUPPLY/ALIMENTATION ÉLECTRIQUE : 115V 60HZ less than/Moins de 2 AMP.

VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATER - FOYER AU NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUELS. /

GAZ À ÉVACUATION - NE PAS UTILISER AVEC UN COMBUSTIBLE SOLIDE.

C#4001172

For Use Only with Barrier (Part #426-013 ) Follow installation instructions.

À utiliser uniquement avec l’écran (n°426-013 ) Suivre les consignes d'installation.

Listed: VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATER/

FOYER AU GAZ À ÉVACUATION

Certified to

/Certifi : é ANSI Z21.88-2017 • CSA-2.33-2017

CSA 2.17-2017

Refer to Intertek's Directory of Building Products for detailed information.

Pour plus de détails, se reporter au Répertoire des produits de construction de Intertek.

MAY BE INSTALLED IN MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOMES AFTER FIRST SALE

For the State of Massachusetts, installation and repair must be done by a plumber or gasﬁtter licensed in the Commonwealth of

Massachusetts.

For the State of Massachusetts, ﬂexible connectors shall not exceed 36 inches in length.

For the State of Massachusetts, the appliances individual manual shut-off must be a t-handle type valve.

The State of Massachusetts requires the installation of a carbon monoxide alarm in accordance with NFPA 720 and a CO alarm

with battery back up in the same room where the gas appliance is installed.

This is a copy of the labels that accompany each U31-10 Gas Insert. We have printed a copy of the contents here for your review. The safety label is

located on a plate inside the base of the unit visible when the bottom louver is opened.

NOTE: FPI units are constantly being improved. Check the label on the unit and if there is a dierence, the label on the unit is the correct one.

SAFETY LABEL FOR THE U31-10

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requirements

5.08: Modifications to NFPA-54, Chapter 10

(2) Revise 10.8.3 by adding the following additional requirements:

(a) For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for

residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than

seven (7) feet above finished grade in the area of the venting, including but not limited to decks and porches, the following requirements shall

be satisfied:

1. INSTALLATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS. At the time of installation of the side wall horizontal vented gas fueled

equipment, the installing plumber or gasfitter shall observe that a hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm and battery back-up is

installed on the floor level where the gas equipment is to be installed. In addition, the installing plumber or gasfitter shall observe that a battery

operated or hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm is installed on each additional level of the dwelling, building or structure

served by the side wall horizontal vented gas fueled equipment. It shall be the responsibility of the property owner to secure the services of

qualified licensed professionals for the installation of hard wired carbon monoxide detectors

a. In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic, the hard wired carbon

monoxide detector with alarm and battery back-up may be installed on the next adjacent floor level.

b. In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can not be met at the time of completion of installation, the owner shall have a period of

thirty (30) days to comply with the above requirements; provided, however, that during said thirty (30) day period, a battery operated carbon

monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed.

2. APPROVED CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS. Each carbon monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above provisions

shall comply with NFPA 720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 listed and IAS certified.

3. SIGNAGE. A metal or plastic identification plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum height of eight

(8) feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment. The

sign shall read, in print size no less than one-half (1/2) inch in size, "GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW. KEEP CLEAR OF ALL

OBSTRUCTIONS".

4. INSPECTION. The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment shall not approve the installation

unless, upon inspection, the inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed in accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR

5.08(2)(a)1 through 4.

(b) EXEMPTIONS: The following equipment is exempt from 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1 through 4:

1. The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled "Equipment Not Required To Be Vented" in the most current edition of NFPA 54 as adopted by

the Board; and

2. Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in a room or structure separate from the dwelling, building or

structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes.

Approved side wall horizontally vented gas equipment provides a venting system design or venting system components with the equipment, the

instructions provided by the manufacturer for installation of the equipment and the venting system shall include:

1. Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting system design or the venting system components; and

2. A complete parts list for the venting system design or venting system.

(d) MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS - GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM NOT PROVIDED. When the manufacturer of a

Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment does not provide the parts for venting the flue gases, but identifies

"special venting systems", the following requirements shall be satisfied by the manufacturer:

1. The referenced "special venting system" instructions shall be included with the appliance or equipment installation instructions; and

2. The "special venting systems" shall be Product Approved by the Board, and the instructions for that system shall include a parts list and

detailed installation instructions.

(e) A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment, all venting instructions,

all parts lists for venting instructions, and/or all venting design instructions shall remain with the appliance or equipment at the completion of

the installation.

MA Code - CO Detector

(for the State of Massachusetts only)

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installation

CLOTHING OR OTHER FLAMMABLE

MATERIAL SHOULD NOT BE PLACED

ON OR NEAR THE APPLIANCE.

CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE

ALERTED TO THE HAZARDS OF HIGH

SURFACE TEMPERATURES, ESPE-

CIALLY THE FIREPLACE GLASS, AND

SHOULD STAY AWAY TO AVOID BURNS

OR CLOTHING IGNITION.

INSTALLATION AND REPAIR SHOULD

BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED

SERVICE PERSON. THE APPLIANCE

SHOULD BE INSPECTED BEFORE

USE AND AT LEAST ANNUALLY BY A

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PERSON.

MORE FREQUENT CLEANING MAY

BE REQUIRED DUE TO EXCESSIVE

LINT FROM CARPETING, BEDDING

MATERIAL, ETC. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT

CONTROL COMPARTMENTS, BURNERS

AND CIRCULATING AIR PASSAGEWAYS

OF THE APPLIANCE BE KEPT CLEAN.

DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES, THE

APPLIANCE SHOULD BE LOCATED

OUT OF TRAFFIC AND AWAY FROM

FURNITURE AND DRAPERIES.

WARNING: FAILURE TO INSTALL THIS

APPLIANCE CORRECTLY WILL VOID

YOUR WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSE A

SERIOUS HOUSE FIRE.

YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE CARE-

FULLY SUPERVISED WHEN THEY ARE

IN THE SAME AREA AS THE APPLI-

ANCE. TODDLERS, YOUNG CHILDREN

AND OTHERS MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE

TO ACCIDENTAL CONTACT BURNS. A

PHYSICAL BARRIERS IS RECOMMEND-

ED IF THERE ARE AT RISK INDIVIDUAL

IN THE HOUSE. TO RESTRICT ACCESS

TO A FIREPLACE OR STOVE, INSTALL

AN ADJUSTABLE SAFETY GATE TO

KEEP TODDLERS, YOUNG CHILDREN

AND OTHER AT RISK INDIVIDUALS OUT

OF THE ROOM AND AWAY FROM HOT

SURFACES.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

This appliance requires air for proper combustion.

Always provide adequate combustion and

ventilation air. Follow instructions and information

in CSA B149.1 (in Canada) or the National Fuel Gas

Code ANS Z223.1/NFPA (in the USA), regarding

requirements for combustion and ventilation air.

ANY SAFETY SCREEN, GUARD, OR

BARRIER REMOVED FOR SERVICING

THE APPLIANCE, MUST BE REPLACED

PRIOR T O OPERATING THE APPLIANCE.

IF THE BARRIER BECOMES DAMAGED,

THE BARRIER SHALL BE REPLACED

WITH THE MANUFACTURER'S BARRIER

FOR THIS APPLIANCE.

A BARRIER DESIGNED TO REDUCE

THE RISK OF BURNS FROM THE HOT

VIEWING GLASS IS PROVIDED WITH

THIS APPLIANCE AND SHALL BE

INSTALLED FOR THE PROTECTION

OF CHILDREN AND OTHER AT-RISK

INDIVIDUALS

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installation

IMPORTANT:

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The Regency Gas Insert must be installed in

accordance with these instructions. Carefully

read all the instructions in this manual ﬁrst.

Consult the building authority having jurisdic-

tion to determine the need for a permit prior to

starting the installation.

NOTE: Failure to follow the instructions

could cause a malfunction of the

heater which could result in death,

serious bodily injury, and/or prop-

erty damage. Failure to follow these

instructions may also void your re

insurance and/or warranty. This appli-

ance can be used with a thermostat.

SPECIFICATIONS

At pressures over 1/2 psig, the pipe to the unit

must be disconnected.

Gas Input Capacity:

Natural Gas 30,000 Btu/h

Propane 28,000 Btu/h

Fuels: Approved for use with both natural gas,

and propane. Approved as is for use at 0' to 2,000'.

With a ﬁeld installed conversion kit 0' - 4,500'.

Electrical: 120V A.C. system.

Circulation Fan: Variable speed, 127 CFM.

Log Set: Ceramic ﬁbre, 7 per set.

Vent System: Minimum 4" B-Vent or listed

gas fuel vent liner.

GAS PRESSURE TESTING

The appliance must be isolated from the gas

supply piping system by closing its individual

manual shut off valve during any pressure

testing of the gas supply piping system at test

pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig. (3.45

kPa). Disconnect piping from valve at test pres-

sures over 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).

INSTALLATION INTO A SOLID

FUEL BURNING FIREPLACE OR

FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE

The U31-10 Gas Inserts have been tested and

approved to be vented into any masonry ﬁreplace or

approved solid fuel burning factory built ﬁreplace that

will allow the insert to physically ﬁt into the ﬁrebox.

Refer to "Minimum Fireplace Dimensions" section

for minimum ﬁreplace clearances.

If the factory built ﬁreplace* height is too low for

your Insert, you may remove the smoke bafﬂe

plate, damper, refractory (ﬁrebricks), glass doors,

screen rails, screen mesh and log grates from the

factory built ﬁreplace as long as these items are

saved and are reinstalled in the event that the Insert

is removed. The ﬁreplace ﬂue damper can be fully

blocked open or removed for installation of the gas

ﬁreplace insert.

Smoke shelves, shields and bafﬂes may be removed

if attached by mechanical fasteners. If any part is

removed it must not weaken the structural integrity

of the factory built ﬁreplace.

The ﬁreplace and ﬁreplace chimney must be clean

and in good working order and constructed of non-

combustible materials.

The surround panels should not seal ventilation

openings on the ﬁreplace.

Chimney clean outs should ﬁt properly.

NOTE: Any alterations made to the listed solid fuel

burning factory built ﬁreplace may void the listing

of the ﬁreplace.

Cutting any sheet metal part of the ﬁreplace, in

which the gas ﬁreplace insert is to be installed is

prohibited.

*Check with your local inspector before commencing

with this installation.

Installer must mechanically attach the supplied

label to the inside of the ﬁrebox of the ﬁreplace

into which the gas ﬁreplace insert is installed.

"WARNING: This ﬁreplace has been converted

for use with a gas ﬁreplace insert only and

cannot be used for burning wood or solid fuels

unless all original parts have been replaced,

and the ﬁreplace re-approved by the authority

having jurisdiction."

FACTORY-BUILT (METAL) WOOD-

BURNING FIREPLACE

REQUIREMENTS

NOTE: Any parts that are removed must be removed

in a way that would allow them to be re-installed if

the insert is ever removed (removal of rivets or

screws is acceptable).

To reference parts—see illustration below.

Must be removed:

1 -Damper

2- Grate (with log set)

May be removed (if applicable):

3- Smoke shelf

4- Internal bafﬂes

5 - Screen

6 & 7 - Masonry lining or refractory

8 - Metal or glass doors

The ﬁreplace must be permanently marked to

indicate that it has been altered and is no longer

suitable for burning solid fuel (wood), unless the

removed parts are re-installed. Cutting of any sheet

metal parts is prohibited.

May be removed (in certain cases):

9 -Metal ﬂoor of the ﬁrebox

10 - The insulation and any structured rigid frame

members must not be removed or altered (side and

top of door frame, side and top of the face of the

ﬁreplace, metal sides, etc.).

If the factory-built ﬁreplace has no gas access

hole(s) provided, an access hole of 1.5 inch (37.5

mm) or less may be drilled through the lower sides

or bottom of the ﬁrebox in a proper workmanship

like manner. This access hole must be plugged

with non-combustible insulation after the gas

supply line has been installed.

CAUTION:

Firebox ﬂoor removal is not covered under the

appliance safety standard (ANSI Z21.88, CSA

2.33) used in the safety certiﬁcation of this ap-

pliance. The Intertek safety certiﬁcation does

not apply to this method of installation. Before

installing the appliance using this method, contact

the Authority Having Jurisdiction to determine if

this installation is acceptable in your area. The

sheet metal base of the ﬁreplace must be left in

place and a minimum 1/2" cement board sheet

placed under the entire length and width of the

appliance.

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installation

INSTALLATION

CHECKLIST

The Regency Gas Insert is installed as listed below.

1. Unit Location - check Clearances to Combus-

tibles.

2. Make the gas connections.

Convert to Propane Gas if necessary.

3. Install the ﬂue or liner to the sliding draft hood.

4. Install Venting. Slide the unit into the ﬁreplace.

Attach draft hood to the insert.

5. Test gas pressure. Check aeration

6. Test for ﬂue spillage.

7. Install the optional brick panels.

8. Install the log set.

9) Assemble and install the faceplate.

10) Install the glass front.

11) Install Safety Screen, Remote Control and

Optional Wall Thermostat.

12) Final check: Before leaving this unit with the

customer, the installer must ensure that the

appliance is ﬁring correctly. This includes:

a) Clocking the appliance to ensure the

correct ﬁring rate.

b) Adjusting the primary air, if required, to

ensure that the ﬂame does not carbon.

c) Ensuring that the appliance is venting

correctly.

MATERIALS REQUIRED

No electrical power supply is required for the gas

control to operate. A 120 Volt AC power cord is

hooked up to the fan. Plug the 3 wire cord into a

suitable receptacle. Do not cut the ground terminal

off under any circumstances. When connected

with 120 volts, the appliance must be electrically

grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the

absence of local codes, with the current Canadian

Electrical Code CSA C22.1 (in Canada) or with

the current National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA

70-1987 (in U.S.A.).

NOTE: This unit is equipped with a heat sensor

thermodisc which will prevent the blower

from operating until the unit reaches the

correct temperature.

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

1. The appliance installation must conform with

local codes or in the absence of local codes,

with CAN/CGA B149 (in Canada) or the

National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. This

appliance should be installed by a qualiﬁed

gas ﬁtter technician only.

2. Installation and repair should be done by a

qualiﬁed service person.

3. The appliance should be inspected before use

and at least annually by a professional service

person. More frequent cleaning may be required

due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding

material, animal hair, etc. It is imperative that

control compartments, burners and circulating

air passageways of the appliance be kept clean.

4. See general construction and assembly instruc-

tions. This appliance may only be installed in a

vented, noncombustible ﬁreplace.

5. This appliance is Listed for bedroom installa-

tions. In Canada room heaters must be installed

with a Listed Millivolt Thermostat. Some areas

may have further requirements, check local

codes before installation.

6. This unit is not approved for installation into a

mobile home.

7. Always connect this insert to a vent system

venting to the outside of the building envelope.

Never vent to another room or inside a building.

Make sure that the vent is properly sized and is

of adequate height to provide the proper draft.

8. Inspect the venting system annually for blockage

and any signs of deterioration.

9. Any glass removed for servicing must be re-

placed prior to operating the appliance.

10. To prevent injury, do not allow anyone who is

unfamiliar with the operation to use the ﬁreplace.

11. Failure to position the parts in accordance with

the diagrams in this manual or failure to use only

parts speciﬁcally approved with this appliance

may result in property damage or personal injury.

12. Due to high temperatures, the appliance should

be located out of high trafﬁc areas and away

from furniture and draperies. Children and

adults should be alerted to the hazards of high

surface temperatures, especially the ﬁreplace

glass and gold trims, and should stay away to

avoid burns or clothing ignition. Young children

should be carefully supervised when they are

in the same room as the appliance. Clothing or

other ﬂammable material should not be placed

on or near the appliance.

Emissions from burning wood or gas could

contain chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects or

other reproductive harm.

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MINIMUM FIREPLACE

DIMENSIONS

The minimum ﬁreplace dimensions for the FPI gas

ﬁreplace insert are shown in the following diagrams:

8-1/8

”

Low prole

Standard

Faceplate

CLEARANCES TO

COMBUSTIBLES

From Unit

Sides A 10" / 255 mm

Ceiling B 47.5" / 1205 mm

Mantle C See mantle

clearances

Max. Mantel Depth G 12" / 305 mm

Min. Alcove Width K 48" / 1220 mm

Max. Alcove Depth L 36" / 915 mm

* No Hearth Required

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COMBUSTIBLE MANTEL CLEARANCES IN MASONRY INSTALLATION

Clearances for Low Proﬁle Faceplate with Safety Screen

Clearances for Standard Faceplate /

Contour Faceplate with Safety Screen

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THIS CONVERSION MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED GAS

FITTER IF IN DOUBT DO NOT DO THIS CONVERSION !!

CONVERSION FROM NATURAL GAS TO PROPANE

1) Turn the unit off and allow it to cool to room

temperature.

2) Unplug or disconnect power source to stove.

3) Remove safety screen and glass front (see

manual).

4) Remove logs and brick panels (if installed).

5) Remove the Grate by removing the screws

on each side of the grate.

Remove the 2 screws holding

the grate in position.

Remove the 2 screws,

push Burner Tray to the left, and lift off.

6) Remove the Burner Tray by removing the

screws on each side of the tray. Push the

tray to the left and lift up.

7) Remove burner oriﬁce with 1/2" wrench and

replace with the #52 oriﬁce in the Kit.

8) Turn control knob to the “OFF” position

Burner

Orice

17) Pull off the pilot cap to expose the pilot oriﬁce.

18) Unscrew the pilot oriﬁce with the allen key and

replace with the LP pilot oriﬁce in the kit.

19) Replace Burner Tray and reverse steps 5) to

1).

20) Adjust the burner aeration setting to 3/8" to

3/8" as required for the best ﬂame picture.

Fig. 1

9) Remove the black

protection cap by hand

from the hi-low knob (Fig.1).

Fig.2

12) Flip the screw (Fig. 3).

Fig.4

Fig.3

13) Using the Allen wrench as

shown in Fig.4, rotate the

screw clockwise until snug,

do not overtighten.

10) Insert a 5/32” or 4mm Allen

wrench into the hexagonal

key-way of the screw (Fig. 2),

rotate it counter-clockwise

until it is free and extract it.

11) Check that the screw is clean and if necessary

remove dirt.

WARNING!

Do not over tighten the screw.

Recommended to

grip the wrench by the short side.

14) Verify that if the conversion is from NG to LPG,

the screw must be re-assembled with the red

o-ring visible (Fig. 5).

LPG Configuration

Red o-ring visible

Fig.5

15) Re-assemble the black protection cap

(Fig. 6).

Fig. 6

16) Reverse steps 6 - 1.

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GAS CONNECTION

3) Locate the center point where the vent will

pass through the chimney above the appli-

ance. Move the appliance into the exact

location where it is to be installed. Ensure

that the Insert is level.

4) The installer must provide a valve with a

plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge

connection, immediately upstream of the

gas supply connection to the appliance.

HIGH ELEVATION

This unit is approved in Canada for altitude 0

to 2000 ft. with the oriﬁce supplied. For 2000' -

4500' use the optional ﬁeld conversion kit (Part

#400-970 for Natural Gas units and Part #400-

971 for Propane units). In USA refer to ANSI

Z223.1-1988, Appendix F, for re-sizing oriﬁce.

GAS CONNECTION WARNING:

Only persons licensed to work

with gas piping may make the

necessary gas connections to

this appliance.

1) If the appliance is to be installed into an

existing chimney system, thoroughly clean

the masonry or factory built ﬁreplace.

2) The appliance is provided with an opening

on the left hand side of the control compart-

ment. A 1/2" gas supply pipe must be brought

near this inlet hole.

NOTE: Final gas connection should be after unit

is in place to avoid damage to line when

pushing the unit into position.

Diagram 1

WARNING: Operation of this appli-

ance when not connected to a prop-

erly installed and maintained venting

system or tampering with the blocked

vent shuto system can result in

carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning and

possible death.

Combustion and Ventilation Air

WARNING: This appliance needs

fresh air for safe operation and must

be installed with provisions for ad-

equate combustion and ventilation

air available to the room in which it

is to be operating.

Follow CAN/CGA B149 (in Canada) or ANSI Z223.1

(in the USA) requirements, and any local codes or

regulations of the enforcing authority.

Air for combustion is drawn in through the front

of the unit, therefore, the front of the unit must be

kept clear of any obstructions.

GAS PRESSURE TEST

The unit is preset to give the correct gas input at the

speciﬁed manifold pressures shown on the label.

The maximum gas manifold pressure is:

Natural Gas 3.5" w.c.

Propane 10" w.c.

The manifold pressure is controlled by a regulator

built into the gas control, and should be checked at

the pressure test point. The pressure check should

be carried out with the unit burning and the setting

should be within the limits speciﬁed.

Flue

Drafthood

Draft Check Tube

Drafthood

Locking Tab

Drafthood Guides

Outer Shell Top

Shown Partly

Transparent

VENTING

This appliance is designed to attach to a 4" diam-

eter type B-Vent or listed gas fuel type vent liner

running the full length of the chimney. A minimum

ﬂue height of 12 feet is recommended. B-Vent

must be supported by a vent support - supplied

by vent manufacturer. See chart on this page

for minimum distances from roof.

The Regency Insert incorporates its own internal

draft hood, so no additional external draft hood

is required.

DRAFT HOOD

CONNECTION

1) Attach the vent to the ﬂue collar on the detach-

able draft hood. The ﬂue collar of the appliance

will ﬁt inside a standard vent and may be fas-

tened directly to the vent by sheet metal screw.

Diagram 1.

2) Before pushing the appliance into position

inside the ﬁreplace, align the draft hood with

the guides on the insert top and pull forward.

While pushing the unit back into place, keep

pulling the draft hood forward until the screw

hole in the spill tube aligns with the screw hole

in the draft hood locking tab on the underside

of ﬁrebox top. The screw is secured through the

draft hood locking tab into the front of the spill

tube. (If screw holes do not line up then draft

hood is not positioned correctly.)

Periodically check that the vent is unrestricted and

an adequate draft is present when the unit is in

operation. (See page 15 for spillage test.)

Before installing vent system ensure that the damper

plate is open and secure to prevent the damper plate

from falling down and crushing the liner.

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Diagram 1

The smoke should be drawn into the spill tube. If

the smoke is still not drawn into the spill tube, turn

the unit off and check for the cause of the lack of

draft. If necessary, seek expert advice.

For wind turbulent sites, a wind cap may remedy

the problem.

Note: The thermally activated safety switch will

sense the change in temperature and shut down

the gas valve in the event of a severe downdraft

or a blocked or disconnected vent. The switch

acts as a safety shut-off to prevent a build-up

of carbon monoxide. If the ﬂue is blocked or

has no "draw", the switch will automatically

shut off the supply of gas within 5 - 10 minutes.

Tampering with the switch can result in carbon

monoxide (CO) poisoning and possible death.

If the heater turns off because of lack of draft

during the spillage test, check for the cause and

if necessary, seek expert advice.

The thermally actuated safety switch will auto-

matically reset after it has cooled off. The switch

will continue to cycle until the draft problem is

corrected. DO NOT BYPASS OR DISCONNECT

THIS SWITCH.

OPTIONAL

BRICK PANEL

1. Unwrap the brick pattern panels from the pro-

tective wrapping.

2. Remove the safety screen and glass front if it

is already installed.

3. Put the rear brick panel ﬂat against the back of

the unit.

TEST FOR FLUE

SPILLAGE

A " spillage" test must be made before the

installed unit is left with the customer. Follow

the procedure below:

1. Start all exhaust fans in the home and then

close all external doors and windows in the

house.

2. Light the unit and set controls to maximum.

Turn fan off.

3. After ﬁve minutes, test that there is a “pull” on

the ﬂue by placing a smoke match, cigarette

or similar device which gives off smoke, in

front of the spill tube. To ensure a valid test,

place a scrap piece of sheet metal (or other

noncombustible material) between the spill

tube and the upper louver, this will prevent the

natural convection of the unit from interfering

with the test. See Diagram 1.

GAS INSERT AERATION

SYSTEM

The aeration adjustment rod is attached to the air

shutter which is located just above the oriﬁce bracket.

The rod is used to adjust the aeration on the main

burner without having to take the appliance apart.

The burner aeration is factory set but may need

adjusting due to either the local gas supply, air

supply or altitude.

Natural Gas: 3/8" (9.5mm) open

Propane: 3/8" (9.5mm) open

Note: Any damage due to carboning resulting

from improperly setting the aeration

controls is NOT covered under warranty.

Note: Aeration Adjustment should only be

performed by an authorized FPI Installer

at the time of installation or service.

4. Before installing the side brick panels, loosen

the screws for the brick tabs enough so that you

can slide the brick clips on to the screws easily

but that the tabs are secure. For the location

of the side brick tab screws see Diagram 2.

5) Slide brick panel under brick clips, tighten screws

securing clips to complete installation.

Back Panel

Brick clip

Diagram 1

Diagram 2

Diagram 3

Check for proper draft by placing a match close to

the draft check opening. This should be checked

after the unit has been operating for 15 min.

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LOG SET INSTALLATION

GAS INSERT

908-783a 03/30/09

U31-2 / IG34

Page 1 of 3

LOG SET INSTALLATION

Read the instructions below carefully and refer to the diagrams. If logs are broken do not use the unit until

they are replaced. Broken logs can interfere with the pilot operation.

The gas log kit contains the following:

a) 02-43 Rear Log

b) 02-45 Front Right Log

c) 02-56 Middle Left Log

d) 02-46 Left Top Log

e) 02-47 Center Log

f) 02-48 Middle Right Log

g) 02-44 Front Left Log

h) 902-154 Embers

i) 902-153 Rockwool

j) 902-179/P Vermiculite

k) 946-669 Platinum Embers

(supplied with packaged manual)

Note: Install Optional Brick Panels prior to installing logs.

1) Carefully remove the logs from the box and unwrap

them. The logs are fragile, handle with care - do not

force into position.

2) Sprinkle the vermiculite around the ﬁ rebox base. Take

some of the embers (approx. 1/3 of the bag) and

sprinkle over the vermiculite.

3) Place Rear Log A)02-43 on the two pins on the rear

log support.

Vermiculite

and embers

Vermiculite

and embers

Vermiculite

and embers

Pins on Rear Log Support

4) Place Front Right Log B)02-45 on the two pins as

shown.

A)02-43

B)02-45

The "02" refer numbers (i.e. 02-43) are

molded into the rear of each log.

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GAS INSERT

U31-2 / IG34

Page 2 of 3

Logs D)02-46 and E)02-47 in position.

6) Place the Left Top Log D)02-46 on the pin on Log

C)02-56 and on top of the cutout on Log A)02-43.

7) Place the notch in Center Log E)02-47 over Log B)02-

45 and across the cutout on Log A)02-43.

Cutout

Notch

8) Position notch in Front Right Log F)02-48 on Log

E)02-47 and push the bottom right edge against the

bracket on the burner tray and the front edge of the

rear burner.

Notch

Bracket

D)02-46

E)02-47

F)02-48

C)02-56

A)02-43

B)02-45

A)02-43

B)02-45

E)02-47

Logs A)02-43, C)02-56, and B)02-45 in position

C)02-56

5) Place the Middle Left Log C)02-56 on the two pins as

shown.

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GAS INSERT

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U31-2 / IG34

10) Place the embers and Rockwool on the exposed front

burner tray.

9) Place Front Left Log G)02-44 onto the 2 front pins as

shown.

G)02-44

F)02-48

B)02-45

Bracket

A)02-43

Front edge of

rear burner

The bottom right edge of Log F)02-48 must sit snugly against

the bracket and the front edge of the rear burner.

Side View

Page 3 of 3

11)

Separate platinum embers and place on and around

the embers and rockwool on the burner tray. Avoid

stacking platinum embers.

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blockage of the burner port.

The "02" refer numbers (i.e. 02-43) are

molded into the rear of each log.

A) 02-43 D) 02-46

G) 02-48

C) 02-44

B) 02-56

F) 02-47 E) 02-45

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WIRING DIAGRAM

This heater does not require a 120V A.C. supply for operation. In case of a power failure, the remote control/thermostat will continue to operate. However, a

120V A.C. power supply is needed for the fan/blower operation.

CAUTION: Label all wires prior

to disconnection when servic-

ing controls. Wiring errors can

cause improper and dangerous

operation.

WARNING: Electrical Grounding Instructions

This appliance is equipped with a three pronged (grounding) plug for your protection against shock hazard and should

be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from

this plug.

Caution: Ensure that the wires do

not touch any hot surfaces and are

away from sharp edges.

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Diagram 4

Diagram 5

Rear View: Trim Assembly

Diagram 2

Diagram 3

Rear View: Faceplate Assembly

Diagram 1

STANDARD FACEPLATE &

HEARTH TRIM INSTALL

1. Lay the faceplate panels ﬂat, face down on

something soft so they don't scratch.

2. Take the top faceplate and align the holes in it with

the holes in the side panels. Using the screws

provided, attach from the top of the panel (the

holes in the top panel are slightly larger than

the holes in the side panel to facilitate easier

installation). Diagram 1.

Hint: Don't tighten the screws down completely at

this point, continue on with steps 3 and 4 and

do a trial ﬁt to the unit. Make any necessary

adjustments and when it ﬁts properly then tighten

down the screws.

Hearth Trim Option: Hearth Trim is an option

that can be used to ﬁnish off the installation

when the bottom of the ﬁreplace is higher than

the hearth or to raise the ﬁreplace. Attach the

Hearth Trim to the bottom of the faceplate side

panels with the screws provided. See Diagram

3. Using the connectors provided, join the left side

trim (with the ON/OFF switch) to the top trim.

Diagram 2. Connect the right side trim to the

top trim.

4. Place the trim on the assembled faceplate

panels, aligning the wire connections from the

switches with the notch on the left side panel.

5. Connect the fan switch wires by taking the

black and red wires with the male ends (in

the grey harness) and connect them with the

wire connectors from the fan speed control.

6. Tuck the wires into the faceplate to keep them

away from the insert using the clip provided.

Attach the clip to the rear of the faceplate to

ensure that the wires do not touch the side

of the unit. Diagram 3.

7. The power cord should be run behind the

faceplate panel.

8. Attach the brass trim to the faceplate by

drilling a 1/8" hole through into the faceplate

using the hole in the trim as a guide. Fasten

the trim to the faceplate panels using the

plated screws. Diagram 4.

9. Attach the faceplate panels to the insert

body using the 4 remaining black screws.

Diagram 5.

10. Push the Regency logo plate into the two

holes in the bottom left corner of the face-

plate.

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