Regency P121 Owners & Installation Manual

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P121 / P121LC / P121RC / P131
Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
WARNING:
If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a
fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable vapours and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualifi ed
installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
Tested by:
918-519a
FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. 6988 Venture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4
www.regency-fi re.com
STYLE
See Thru
P121-NG2 Natural Gas
Left Corner
P121LC-NG2 Natural Gas P121LC-LP2 Propane
Right Corner P121RC-NG2 Natural Gas P121RC-LP2 Propane
Pier
P131-NG2 Natural Gas
Installer: Please complete the details on the back cover
and leave this manual with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Please keep these instructions for future reference.
MODEL
P121-LP2 Propane
P131-LP2 Propane
FOR YOUR SAFETY
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.
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 fi re
department.
Owners &
Installation Manual
03/05/08

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  • Page 1 P121 / P121LC / P121RC / P131 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace STYLE See Thru Left Corner Right Corner P121RC-NG2 Natural Gas P121RC-LP2 Propane Pier WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
  • Page 2: Manufactured Mobile Home Requirements

    fi replace at the fl ick of a switch. The model P121 / P121LC / P121RC / P131 has been approved by Intertek for both safety and effi...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Option 1: Remote Control ...32 Option 2: Wall Switch ...32 Option 3: Wall Thermostat ...32 Wiring Diagrams ...33 ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating Instructions ...35 Lighting Procedure ...35 Shutdown Procedure ...35 First Fire ...35...
  • Page 4: Safety Label

    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. ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 5: Requirements

    (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. ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 6: Installation

    State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace INSTALLATION CHECKLIST Note: These units are non-load bearing. 1) Locate appliance. Refer to the following...
  • Page 7: Specifi Cations

    INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS P121-2 See Thru Note: These units are non-load bearing. P131-2 Pier ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 8 INSTALLATION P121LC-2 Left Corner Unit Note: These units are non-load bearing. P121RC-2 Right Corner Unit ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 9: Locating Your Gas Fireplace

    Note: For Exterior Vent Termination Locations see section "Exterior Vent Termination Locations." ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace A) P121-2 See Thru B) P131-2 Pier C) P121LC-2 Left Corner D) P121RC-2 Right Corner INSTALLATION...
  • Page 10: Clearances

    CLEARANCES COMBUSTIBLE MANTELS Mantel Clearances ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace WARNING: Fire hazard is an extreme risk if these clearances (air space) to combustible materials are not adhered to. It is of greatest importance that this fi replace...
  • Page 11: Framing And Finishing

    P121-2 - See Thru P131-2 - Pier Note: These units are non-load bearing. ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace FRAMING AND FINISHING P121-2 (See Thru) A 25"(635mm) minus two times the fi nishing material thickness* material thickness* material thickness* B 42-1/2"(1080mm)
  • Page 12: Unit Assembly Prior To Installation

    3) Attach the standoff securely to the top with 4 screws per standoff (on opposite corners). ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VENTING INTRODUCTION The P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 uses the "balanced fl ue" technology Co -Axial system.
  • Page 13: Exterior Vent Termination Locations

    INSTALLATION EXTERIOR VENT TERMINATION LOCATIONS ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 14: 4" X 6-5/8" Rigid Pipe Cross Reference Chart

    989 - N/A from FPI 4DT-OS 46DVA-ES - N/A from FPI 46DVA-WT 4DT-WT 46DVA-DC 46DVA-FS 4DT-FS 4DT-TP DISC. 3951 ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace American Metal ® Selkirk Metal-Fab ® Products Direct-Temp™ Sure Seal Amerivent Direct 4D6B 4D7B...
  • Page 15 NOTE: Horizontal runs of vent must be level, or have a 1/4 inch rise for every 1 foot of run towards the termination. Never allow the vent to run downward. This could cause high temperatures and may present a possible fi re hazard. ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Simpson Simpson ® Direct Vent GS ®...
  • Page 16: Venting Arrangement - Horizontal Terminations

    Direct Vent (Flex) System Termination Kit (Part# 946-513) includes all the parts needed to install the P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC- 2/P131-2 with a maximum run of 2 feet. If installing the P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 with a continous vent length of more than 2 ft. (.6m) to a maximum of 10 ft.
  • Page 17: Rigid Pipe Venting Systems

    American Metal Products Ameri Vent Direct Vent, Security Secure Vent Products International Ltd. Dura-Vent® and Direct Vent GS are registered and/or proprietary trademarks of Simpson Dura-Vent Co. Inc. ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Horizontal or Vertical Terminations Vertical Terminal...
  • Page 18: Rigid Pipe Venting Arrangements

    INSTALLATION RIGID PIPE VENTING ARRANGEMENTS REGENCY DIRECT VENT SYSTEM (FLEX) (Propane & Natural Gas) The diagram below shows examples of horizontal termination arrangements using one, two, or three 90 elbow). Note: 1) A maximum of three 90 elbows are permitted.
  • Page 19 5 feet total vertical and maximum 12 feet total horizontal. Please note minimum 1 foot between 90 Diagram 4 ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Horizontal Venting with Three (3) 90 Elbows Option H + H1 2' (610mm) Min.
  • Page 20 Must use optional rigid pipe adaptor when using rigid pipe vent systems (Part# 510-994). The P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 is approved for a maximum 35 ft. (10.7m) straight vertical, with rigid pipe vent systems for Propane and Natural Gas, as per diagram 7 below.
  • Page 21 6 feet total vertical and maximum 17 feet total horizontal. Please note minimum 1 foot between 90 Diagram 9 ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Elbows Vertical Venting with Two (2) 90 Option 4' (1.22m) Maximum 6' (1.86m) Maximum 9' (2.7m) Maximum...
  • Page 22: Horizontal Terminations

    Note: With Dura-Vent, the minimum height is achieved by installing a 45 elbow directly to the rigid pipe adaptor. ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Elbows V + V1 H + H1 3' (914mm) Maximum 6' (1.86m) Maximum 9' (2.7m) Maximum...
  • Page 23: Vertical Terminations

    10" square and attach with wood screws (Diagram 5). Diagram 4 Diagram 5 ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VERTICAL TERMINATIONS 1) Maintain the 1-1/4" clearances (air spaces) to combustibles when passing through ceilings, walls, roofs, enclosures, attic rafter, or other nearby combustible surfaces.
  • Page 24: Installation Procedures

    2 x 4 or 2 x 6 walls. The liners must slip over the collars a minimum of 1-3/8". ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 5) Slip the assembled liner and termination assembly through the thimble making sure the termination cap faces up (there are markings on the cap that show which way is up).
  • Page 25: Conversion Kit #731-969 From Ng To Lp

    CONVERSION KIT #731-969 FROM NG TO LP FOR P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 USING SIT 820 NOVA GAS VALVE THIS CONVERSION MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED GAS FITTER IF IN DOUBT DO NOT DO THIS CONVERSION !! Each Kit contains one LPG Conversion Kit and one DC Sparker Kit.
  • Page 26: Installation Of The Dc Sparker

    LPG" near or on top of the serial # decal. 19) Replace yellow "NG" label with red "LPG" label. ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Installation of the DC Sparker: 20) Locate the Piezo Ignitor situated at the side of valve. Piezo Ignitor...
  • Page 27 DC spark generator wires through the bushing on the heat shield. Heat Shield ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 28) Plug the DC spark generator wires to the DC Sparker. 29) Connect the ground wire to the DC Sparker mounting bracket.
  • Page 28: High Elevation

    ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Note: To properly check gas pressure, both inlet and manifold pressures should be checked using the valve pressure ports on the valve.
  • Page 29: Log Set Installation

    ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace LOG SET INSTALLATION 3) Place Log 326 on the front right side of the burner. Ensure that the notches on the far right side of the log fi...
  • Page 30 6) Place Log 328 on the middle right side of the burner. Ensure that the log fi ts over the 2nd grate post from the right. Repeat step 6 on the opposite side of the burner. Completed Log Set Installation: ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Grate Post...
  • Page 31: Glass Door Removal

    Remove the 6 screws that secure the glass door and repeat step 2. ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace FINISHING TRIM 1) Slide the Side Finishing Trim up into the slot in the top fl ange of the fi replace. Push tight against the magnet at the base of the unit.
  • Page 32: Option 1: Remote Control

    CAUTION Do not connect millivolt all switch wire to a 120V wire. ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Option 3: WALL THERMOSTAT Can be used with Option 1 or 2 but not both. A wall thermostat may be installed if desired, connect the wires as per the wiring diagram.
  • Page 33: Wiring Diagrams

    CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace WIRING DIAGRAMS A three wire power cord can also be used and plugged into a suitable receptacle.
  • Page 34 DC Spark Ground (To TH) To Thermocouple IN ON OFF Remote Transmitter (Optional) Terminal Block Location ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Green (Ground) White (Neutral) White Black (Live) FAN 1 (*by others) ON OFF Black Black...
  • Page 35: Operating Instructions

    "OFF" position and allow 5 minutes for any gas in the combustion chamber to escape. ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3) Turn gas control knob counterclockwise so indicator points to the "PILOT" position. Depress the gas control knob fully. Depress the igniter button several times until the pilot lights.
  • Page 36: Copy Of The Lighting Plate Instructions

    Unit Body/Firebox: Different types and thicknesses of steel will expand and contract at different rates resulting in some "cracking" and "ticking" sounds will be heard throughout the cycling process. Gas Inlet ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 37: Maintenance

    These components should be replaced immediately. ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 2) Remove the Cap, and shine a fl ashlight down the Vent. Remove any bird nests, or other foreign material. 3) Check for evidences of excessive...
  • Page 38: Removing Valve

    12) Lift the entire assembly out. ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 13) Undo the pilot tube from the valve with a 7/16" wrench. 14) Undo the quick drop out thermocouple nut on the valve with a 9mm (metric) wrench.
  • Page 39: Installing Valve

    17) Reinstall the glass doors. 18) Fire up the unit again and check for proper fl ame appearance. ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace FAN REPLACEMENT 1) Shut off power. 2) Remove top louvers. 3) Unplug power wires.
  • Page 40: Parts List

    Louver Front - Black (set) 360-922 Louver Front - Black/Gold (set) 360-924 Louver Front - Black/Steel (set) ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Part # Description 181) * Extension Trim - See Thru 204) 360-940 Dec. Grill Front - Black (set)
  • Page 41: P131-2 (Pier) Main Assembly

    Relief Door Assembly 32) 362-528 Brick Panel Base (Set of 6) 34) 902-603 Brick Panel - Side Std. Red ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace P131-2 (PIER) MAIN ASSEMBLY Part # Description 98) 910-366 Switch Cover Plate 99) 910-363...
  • Page 42: P121Rc-2 (Right Corner) Main Assembly

    360-922 Louver Front - Black/Gold (set) 360-924 Louver Front - Black/Steel (set) 150 226 ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Part # Description 173) 360-932 Louver Side - Black (set) 360-934 Louver Side - Black/Gold (set) 360-936...
  • Page 43: P121Lc-2 (Left Corner) Main Assembly

    Brick Panel Base (Set of 6) 34) 902-603 Brick Panel - Side Std. Red 35) 902-604 Brick Panel - Front Std. Red ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Part # Description 98) 910-366 Switch Cover Plate 99) 910-363 Wall Switch...
  • Page 44: Burner Assembly & Log Set

    Pilot Assembly Gasket 69) 910-190 Piezo Ignitor and Nut 79) 360-525 Burner Assembly 82) 360-027 Grate Assembly 904-690 Orifi ce #31 - NG 936-170 Orifi ce Gasket *Not available as a replacement part. ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 45 NOTES ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 46 NOTES ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ® Regency P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 47: Warranty

    It is the general practice of FPI to charge for larger, higher priced replacement parts and issue credit once the replaced component has been returned to FPI and evaluated for manufacturer defect. The authorized selling dealer is responsible for all in-fi eld service work carried out on your Regency product. FPI will not be liable for results or costs of workmanship from unauthorized service persons or dealers.
  • Page 48 Installer: ___________________________________________________________ Phone #: ___________________________________________________________ Date Installed: ______________________________________________________ Serial No.: __________________________________________________________ Regency and Panorama are trademarks of FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd. © Copyright 2008, FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd. All rights reserved. ® fi replace products are designed with reliability and simplicity in mind. In...

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