Altering The Fireplace; Draft - FPI I2450M Manual

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Installation Into a Factory
Built Fireplace
Regency inserts are constructed with the highest
quality materials and assembled under strict quality
control procedures that ensure years of trouble free
and reliable performance.
It is important that you read this manual thoroughly
and fully understand the installation and operating
procedures. Failure to follow instructions may result
in property damage, bodily injury or even death. The
more you understand the way your Regency Insert
operates, the more enjoyment you will experience
from knowing that your unit is operating at peak
performance.
Requirements for Installing Solid-fuel
Inserts in Factory-built Fireplaces
1. A permit may be required for installations, final
approval is contingent of the authority having
local jurisdiction. Consult insurance carrier, local
building, fire officials or authorities ha-ving juris-
diction about restrictions, installation inspection,
and permits.
2. Inspect the existing fireplace and chimney for
any damage or flaws such as burnouts, metal or
refectory warping.
3. Inspection to a minimum of NFPA 211 Level II is
recommended. All repairs must be made prior to
installing an insert. The fireplace must be structur-
ally sound and be able to support the weight of
the solid-fuel insert.
4. The factory-built chimney must be listed per UL
127 or ULC 610-M87 for all installations. Install
thermal protection as per this appliance listing
requirements.
5. A full height 5.5 inch (140 mm) or 6 inch (152 mm)
diameter stainless steel full height listed chimney
liner must be installed meeting type HT (2100
requirements per UL 1777 (USA) or ULC S635
with ''0'' clearance to masonry (Canada). The full
liner must be attached to the insert flue collar and
to the top of the existing chimney.
6. The flue liner top support attachment must not
reduce the air flow for the existing air-cooled
chimney system. Reinstall original factory-built
chimney cap only.
7. To prevent room air passage to the chimney cav-
ity of the fireplace, seal either the damper area
around the chimney liner or the insert surround.
Circulating air chamber (i.e. in a steel fireplace liner
or metal hearth circulatory) may not be blocked.
The air flow within and around the fireplace shall
not be altered, blocked by the installation of the
insert (i.e. not louvers or cooling air inlet or outlet
ports may be blocked by the insert or the insert
surround).
8. Means must be provided for removal of the insert
to clean the chimney flue.
9. Inserts that project in front of the fireplace must
be supplied with appropriate supporting means.
10. Installer must mechanically attach the supplied
label to the inside of the firebox of the fireplace
into which the insert is installed.
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Regency I2450M
WARNING
Fire Risk.
When lining air-cooled factory-built
chimneys:
- Run chimney liner approved to
UL 1777 Type HT requirements
(2100 F)
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- Reinstall original factory-built chim-
ney cap ONLY
- DO NOT block cooling air openings
in chimney
- Blocking cooling air will overheat
the chimney

Altering the Fireplace

The following modifications of factory-built fireplaces
are permissible:
The following parts may be removed:
Damper
Ember Catches
Viewing Screen/
Curtain
- The fireplace must be altered. Cutting any sheet
metal parts of the fireplace in which the fireplace
insert is to be installed is prohibited, except that the
damper may be removed to accomodate a direct-
connect starter pipe or chimney liner.
- External trim pieces which do not affect the op-
eration of the fireplace may be removed providing
they can be stored on or within the fireplace for
reassembly if the insert is removed.
- The permanent metal warning label provided in
the component pack must be attached to the back
of the fireplace, with screws or nails, stating that the
fireplace may have been altered to accomodate the
insert, and must be returned to original condition
for use as a conventional fireplace.
- If the hearth extension is lower than the fireplace
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opening, the portion of the insert extending onto
the hearth must be supported.
- Manufacturer designed adjustable support kit can
be ordered from your dealer.
- Final approval of this installation type is contingent
upon the authority having jurisdiction.
WARNING: This fireplace may have been altered
to accommodate an insert. It must be returned
to its original condition before use as a solid fuel
burning fireplace.
1. When installed in a factory built fireplace, a
2. In order to position the flue liner, the existing
3. In most cases opening the existing spark
4. If the floor of your fireplace is below the level
Smoke Shelf or Baffle
Fire Grate
Doors
5. Measure approximately the alignment of the

Draft

Draft is the force which moves air from the appliance
up through the chimney. The amount of draft in your
chimney depends on the length of the chimney, local
geography, nearby obstructions and other factors.
Too much draft may cause excessive temperatures
in the appliance and may cause damage. An uncon-
trollable burn or excessive temperature indicates
excessive draft. Inadequate draft may cause back
puffing into the room and plugging of the chimney.
Inadequate draft will cause the appliance to leak
smoke into the room through appliance and chim-
ney connector joints. Ensure the heater is installed
in areas that are not too close to neighbors or in
valleys that would cause unhealthy air quality or
nuisance conditions.
full stainless steel rigid or flexible flue liner is
mandatory, for both safety and performance
purposes. When a flue or liner is in use, the
insert is able to breathe better by allowing a
greater draft to be created. The greater draft
can decrease problems such as, difficult start-
ups, smoking out the door, and dirty glass.
rain cap must be removed from your chimney
system. In most cases the flue damper should
also be removed to allow passage of the liner.
screens fully should give enough room for the
insert installation. If it does not, remove and
store.
of the fireplace opening, adjust the insert's
levelling bolts to accommodate the difference.
When additional shimming is required, use
non-combustible masonry or steel shims.
flue liner with the position of the smoke outlet
hole on the insert to check for possible offset. If
an offset is required, use the appropriate offset
adaptor in your installation.