Normal Operating Sounds Of Gas Appliances; Thermopile / Thermocouple; Maintenance Instructions; General Vent Maintenance - Regency C34 Classic Owners & Installation Manual

NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS OF
GAS APPLIANCES
It is possible that you will hear some sounds from
your gas appliance. This is perfectly normal due to
the fact that there are various gauges and types
of steel used within your appliance. Listed below
are some examples. All are normal operating
sounds and should not be considered as defects
in your appliance.
Blower:
Regency gas appliances use high-tech blowers
®
to push heated air farther into the room. It is not
unusual for the fan to make a "whirring" sound
when ON. This sound will increase or decrease
in volume depending on the speed setting of your
fan speed control.
Burner Tray:
The burner tray is positioned directly under the
burner tube(s) and logs and is made of a different
gauge material from the rest of the firebox and
body. Therefore, the varying thicknesses of steel
will expand and contract at slightly different rates
which can cause "ticking" and "cracking" sounds. You
should also be aware that as there are temperature
changes within the unit these sounds will likely
reoccur. Again, this is normal for steel fireboxes.
Blower Thermodisc:
When this thermally activated switch turns ON it will
create a small "clicking" sound. This is the switch
contacts closing and is normal.
Pilot Flame:
While the pilot flame is on it can make a very slight
"whisper" sound.
Gas Control Valve:
As the gas control valve turns ON and OFF, a dull
clicking sound may be audible, this is normal opera-
tion of a gas regulator or valve.
Unit Body/Firebox:
Different types and thicknesses of steel will ex-
pand and contract at different rates resulting in
some "cracking" and "ticking" sounds will be heard
throughout the cycling process.
THERMOPILE /
THERMOCOUPLE
1. Loosen the thermocouple or thermopile with a
7/16" wrench at bracket.
2. Disconnect thermocouple by loosening nut
from the valve with a 9 mm wrench. Disconnect
thermopile by loosening 2 screws marked TP
on the valve.
3. Drop the thermocouple or thermopile down
from the bracket and pull it out of the unit.
4. Reinstall the new ones in reverse order.
MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Always turn off the gas valve before cleaning.
For relighting, refer to lighting instructions. Keep
the burner and control compartment clean by
brushing and vacuuming at least once a year.
When cleaning the logs, use a soft clean paint
brush as the logs are fragile and easily dam-
aged.
2. Clean appliance and door with a damp cloth
(never when the unit is hot). Never use an
abrasive cleaner.
The heater is finished in a heat-resistant paint
and should only be refinished with heat-resistant
paint. Regency® uses Stove Brite Paint - Metal-
lic Black #6309.
3. The glass should be cleaned with a gas fireplace
glass cleaner when it starts to turn milky.
4. Make a periodic check of burner for proper posi-
tion and condition. Visually check the flame of
the burner periodically, making sure the flames
are steady; not lifting or floating. If there is a
problem, call a qualified service person.
5. The appliance and venting system must be
inspected before use, and at least annually,
by a qualified field service person, to ensure
that the flow of combustion and ventilation air
is not obstructed.
During the annual service call, the burners
should be removed from the burner tray and
cleaned. Replace the embers and rock wool.
6. Keep the area near the appliance clear and
free from combustible materials, gasoline and
other flammable vapours and liquids.
Regency
installation
CAUTION:
ANY SAFETY SCREEN OR GUARD
REMOVED FOR SERVICING AN
APPLIANCE MUST BE REPLACED
PRIOR TO OPERATING THE APPLI-
ANCE.
NEVER OPERATE THE APPLIANCE
WITHOUT THE GLASS PROPERLY
SECURED IN PLACE.
GENERAL VENT
MAINTENANCE
Conduct an inspection of the venting system
semiannually. Recommended areas to inspect are:
1. Check areas of the Venting System which are
exposed to the elements, for corrosion. These
will appear as rust spots or streaks, and in ex-
treme cases, holes. These components should
be replaced immediately.
2. Remove the Cap, and shine a flashlight down
the Vent. Remove any birds nests, or other
foreign material.
3. Check for evidence of excessive condensation,
such as water droplets forming in the inner
liner, and subsequently dripping out the joints.
Continuous condensation can cause corrosion
of caps, pipe, and fittings. It may be caused
by having excessive lateral runs, too many
elbows, and exterior portions of the system
being exposed to cold weather.
4. Inspect joints, to verify that no pipe sections or
fittings have been disturbed, and consequently
loosened. Also check mechanical supports such
as Wall Straps for rigidity.

LOG REPLACEMENT

The unit should never be used with broken logs. Turn
off the gas valve and allow the unit to cool before
opening door to carefully remove the logs. The pilot
light generates enough heat to burn someone. If
for any reason a log should need replacement, use
only Regency
these logs must be as shown in the Diagram under
Log Installation.
Note: Improper positioning of logs may create
carbon buildup and will alter the unit's
performance which is not covered under
warranty.
CLASSIC™ C34-11 Direct Vent Freestanding Gas Stove
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