Regency P36-NG4 Owners & Installation Manual

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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 vapors 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:
918-521d
FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. 6988 Venture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4
P36 Zero Clearance
Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
MODELS:
P36-NG4 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.
P36-LP4 Propane
Owners & Installation Manual
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.
07/11/12

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  • Page 1 Tested by: Installer: Please complete the details on the back cover and leave this manual with the homeowner. Homeowner: Please keep these instructions for future reference. 918-521d FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. 6988 Venture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4 07/11/12...
  • Page 2 Hersey for both safety and effi ciency. 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. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 3 INFORMATION FOR MOBILE/MANUFACTURED HOMES AFTER FIRST SALE This FPI product has been tested and listed by Warnock Hersey as a Vented Gas Fireplace Heater to the following standards: CAN/CGA-2.17-M91, and ANSI Z21.88a-2007/CSA 2.33a-2007. This Direct Vent System Appliance must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions and the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, or the current Standard of Fire Safety Criteria for Manufactured Home Installations, Sites, and Communities ANSI/NFPA 501A, and with CAN/CSA Z240-MH Mobile Home Standard in Canada.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    4” x 6-5/8” Rigid Pipe Cross Reference Chart .....20 Flush Louvers ..............52 Rigid Pipe Venting Systems .........22 Rigid Pipe Venting Arrangements .......23 Horizontal Terminations ........23 NOTE: All installation instructions apply to Regency ® Series unless otherwise specifi ed. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS Finishing Trim ..............53 PARTS LIST Main Assembly ............54 Burner Assembly & Log Set.........55 Regency ® Flush Front Accessories ......56 WARRANTY Warranty ..............59 FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 6: 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. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 7: Ma Code - Co Detector

    (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. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 8: Unit Dimensions

    DIMENSIONS UNIT DIMENSIONS 33-1/4” (838mm) 36” (914mm) 36” (914mm) 12-3/4” (324mm) FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 9: Important Message

    Parts that have to be h. Fan Installation FULLY SUPERVISED WHEN THEY ARE removed for servicing should be replaced prior to operating this appliance. IN THE SAME ROOM AS THE APPLI- 6) Final check. ANCE. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 10: Locating Your Gas Fireplace

    REQUIREMENTS 1) Ensure that structural members are not cut or weakened during installation. 2) Ensure proper grounding using the #8 ground lug provided. See the "Alternate Wiring Diagram for Wall Switch" section. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 11: Clearances

    WARNING: Fire hazard is an extreme risk if these clearances are not adhered to. The HeatWave Duct Kit and the Heat Release Kit have different clearance and framing requirements, check the HeatWave and Heat Release manual Heat Release Kit for details. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 12: Regency Clearances

    INSTALLATION ® REGENCY CLEARANCES Clearances for Flush Front & Full Screen Doors TRIPOLI ARCH DOOR CLEARANCES FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 13: Regency ® Series Combustible Mantel Clearances

    Mantel can be installed anywhere in shaded area or higher using the above scale. Note: Ensure the paint that is used on the mantel and the facing is "heat resistant" or the paint may discolour. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 14: Mantel Leg Clearances

    Note: Ensure the paint that is used on the mantel and the facing is "heat resistant" or the paint may discolour. ® REGENCY MANTEL LEG CLEARANCES Combustible mantel leg clearances as per diagram: Maximum 1-1/2" projection at 2" minimum clearance. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 15: Tripoli Arch Door Framing Note

    For complete framing dimensions - see page 57 in this manual. diagram 2. The Tripoli Arch Door also requires steel stud framing above and on each side of the unit, see diagram 2. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 16: Framing And Finishing

    * 'D' is Minimum height to combustible mate- Assembly Prior to Installation" section for e.g. front top header. rials including the Minimum 2" (51mm) Top assembly details. clearance to the Horizontal Vent. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 17: Unit Assembly Prior To Installation

    Each direct vent gas appliance must use it's own separate vent system. Common vent systems are prohibited. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 18: Exterior Vent Termination Locations

    * Clearance in accordance with local installation codes and the requirements of the gas supplier 3 feet (91cm) within a height of 15 feet (4.5m) above the meter / regulator assembly 3 feet (91cm) above - if within 10 feet (3m) horizontally FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 19: Venting

    Warnock Hersey. The location of the termination cap must conform to the requirements in the Vent Terminal Locations diagram in the "Exterior Vent Termination Locations" section. FPI Direct Vent (Flex) System Termination Kit (Part # 946-515) includes all the parts needed to install the P36 with a maximum run of 4 feet. 6-7/8" dia. fl exible liner (4 ft. length) 4"...
  • Page 20: 4" X 6-5/8" Rigid Pipe Cross Reference Chart

    INSTALLATION 4” X 6-5/8” RIGID PIPE CROSS REFERENCE CHART Components from different Manufacturers may not be mixed. Not All Rigid Pipe components are available directly from FPI. Description Selkirk American Metal Security ICC Excel Simpson Metal-Fab™ Direct Temp™ Secure- Vent®...
  • Page 21 Vinyl Siding Standoff for AstroCap Note: When using Metal-Fab Sure Seal Rigid Piping - please note that the Adaptor (4DDA) must be used in conjunction with FPI Rigid Pipe Adaptor (510-994). Offset Pipe Selection: Use this table to determine offset pipe lengths.
  • Page 22: Rigid Pipe Venting Systems

    Intertek WHI listing of used to secure rigid pipe to adaptor. components. The FPI AstroCap and FPI Riser Vent terminal are certifi ed for installations using FPI venting systems as well as Simpson Dura-Vent ® Direct Vent , ®...
  • Page 23: Rigid Pipe Venting Arrangements

    Firestops are required at each fl oor level and whenever passing through a wall. NOTE: If you are installing the P36 into a FPI Cabinet Mantel Kit, use the minimum horizontal vent height (centre-line of 40-1/2"). Remember to include the mantel base (3" in height) in your calculations and to maintain the 2" clearance with rigid pipe and fl ex systems to the underside of the mantel top.
  • Page 24 Please note min. 1 foot between 90 6' Min. 5' Max. 11' Min. 8' Max. elbows is required. 7' Min. 6' Max. 12' Min. 9' Max. Lengths do not include elbow indicated FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 25 Please note min. 1 5' Min. 6' Max 8' Min. foot between 90 elbows is required. 6' Min. 7' Max 9' Min. 7' Min. 8' Max 10' Min. Lengths do not include elbow indicated FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 26: Vertical Terminations

    Firestops are required at each fl oor level and whenever passing through a wall. • Maintain clearances to combustibles. Note: Must use optional rigid pipe adaptor when using rigid vent systems (Part # 510-994). FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 27 Natural Gas. Maximum two 45 elbows allowed. • Vent must be supported at offsets. • Firestops are required at each fl oor level and whenever passing through a wall. • Maintain clearances to combustibles. Diagram 1 FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 28: Vertical Termination - Co-Linear Flex System

    Co-linear Flex Adapter Outer Pipe Inner Pipe Adapter 510-994 Flue Adaptor FPI Cabinet and/or Flat Wall Mantles may be used in these applications ensuring that clearances to combustibles are maintained. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 29: Venting Arrangements - Vertical Termination

    VENTING ARRANGEMENTS - VERTICAL TERMINATION with Co-linear Flex System for both Residential & Manufactured Homes into Masonry Fireplaces Horizontal Distance (Feet) The shaded area in the diagrams show the allowable vertical terminations. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 30 Failure to do so may result in drafting or per- the snorkel upside down. sidings. formance issues not covered under warranty. Below Grade Installation Note: If installing termination on a siding Silicone (red RTV) is optional. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 31 11/12 to 12/12 1.22 over 12/12 to 14/12 1.52 over 14/12 to 16/12 1.83 over 16/12 to 18/12 2.13 over 18/12 to 20/12 2.29 over 20/12 to 21/12 2.44 Diagram 7 Diagram 3 FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 32: Direct Vent System (Flex) Installation Procedures

    1" (25mm) clearance is needed at the termination end. We recommend framing a 10"(254mm) x 10"(254mm) (inside dimensions) hole to give structural rigidity for mounting the termination. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 33: High Elevation

    Important: Always check for gas leaks with a soap and water solution or gas leak detec- tor. Do not use open fl ame for leak testing. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 34: Pilot Adjustment

    6) When fi nished reading manometer, turn off the gas valve, disconnect the hose and tighten the screw (clockwise) with a 1/8" fl at screwdriver. Note: Screw should be snug, but do not over tighten. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 35: Conversion From Ng To Lp

    Open the fl ush door and remove the Before re-installation of the burner (once door. the LP conversion is complete), the air defl ector must be installed. See step 18a. Remove the logs and embers (if already installed). FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 36: Installation Of The Dc Sparker

    Do not over tighten the screw. converted to LPG" near or on top of the Recommended to serial # decal. grip the wrench by the short side. 20) Replace yellow "NG" label with red "LPG" label. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 37 Sparker Box by opening the battery 38) Check for proper fl ame appearance and compartment. glow on logs. Heat Shield NOTE: The battery in the DC Sparker Battery Box will need to be replaced an- Compartment nually. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 38: Optional Brick Panels

    3) Put the side panels in next. Slide them in from the front and push them fl at up against the wall. Be very careful not to scratch them on the fi rebox hardware. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 39: Log Set Installation

    Carefully remove the logs from the box and unwrap them. The logs are fragile, handle with care - do not force into position. Bracket Bracket Sprinkle the vermiculite around the fi rebox base. 02-49 02-51 Vermiculite FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 40 Log 02-53. 02-49 02-54 02-55 02-53 02-51 02-51 02-53 5th Grate Tab Rear Bracket 02-49 02-55 02-50 02-51 02-54 FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 41 fl ame hesitation, check that area for any blockage of the burner ports. 12) Install fl ush glass and bay glass (if used) as per instruc- tions in this manual. 02-49 02-52 02-55 02-50 02-51 02-53 02-54 FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 42: Standard Flush Door

    Use the hook to pull the spring out until you can put the hook into the slot on the bottom door bracket. Repeat for 2nd spring. See Diagram 3. Diagram 1 Diagram 3 To remove the fl ush door, reverse the above steps. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 43: Remote Control(Optional)

    1) Run the wire through the right or left side A wall thermostat may be installed if desired, Use the FPI Remote Control Kit approved for inlet opening. Be careful not to damage connect the wires as per the wiring diagram.
  • Page 44: Wiring Diagrams

    Caution: Ensure that the wires do CAUTION: Label all wires not touch any hot surfaces and are prior to disconnection away from sharp edges. when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 45: Alternate Wiring Diagram For Wall Switch

    *Receptacle (dedicated us e C opper G round by stove fan only) 120 Volts White (Neutral) 60 Hz B l a ck (Hot) 14 AWG wire FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 46 INSTALLATION PROPANE Units and Units Equipped with DC Spark Boxes* *For installation of the DC Spark Box refer to the LP Conversion instructions in this manual. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 47: Fan Installation (Optional)

    8) The unit should never be turned off, and on again without a minimum of a 60 second wait. Secure left side with 2 screws. Diagram 2 Secure right side with one screw. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 48: Lighting Procedure

    "OFF" position and allow 5 minutes for WITHOUT THE GLASS FRONT IN Blower: any gas in the combustion chamber to FPI gas appliances use high tech blowers to PLACE. escape. push heated air farther into the room. It is not unusual for the fan to make a "whirring"...
  • Page 49: Copy Of The Lighting Plate Instructions

    These components should be replaced immediately. 2) Remove the Cap, and shine a fl ashlight down the Vent. Remove any bird nests, or other foreign material. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 50: Log Replacement

    fi ttings have been disturbed, and consequently loosened. Also check mechanical supports such as Wall Straps, Your FPI fi replace is supplied with high tem- or plumbers' tape for rigidity. perature, 5 mm Neoceram ceramic glass that will withstand the highest heat that your unit will produce.
  • Page 51: Removing Valve

    fl ame appearance and glow on logs. that there is a union by the valve, otherwise removal will be almost impossible. screws Valve Tray Assembly Diagram 2: Rear Log Stand and Valve Tray Assembly FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 52: Flush Louvers

    fi replace and position the slots in the bracket over the 2 screws on the left side of the bottom louver. Push down to lock into place. Tighten the screws. Burner ON/OFF Screws on control box louver bracket FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 53: Finishing Trim

    6) Hook the bottom fi nishing trim to the side trims and snap 7) Tighten the 2 screws on the left and right hinge bracket to secure. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 54: Parts List

    Conversion Kit - NG to LP *Not available as a replacement part. DOORS & LOUVERS PLEASE REFER SEPARATE SECTION HEAT RELEASE DUCT KIT BRICK PANEL SET ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY FAN SWITCH ASSEMBLY FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 55: Burner Assembly & Log Set

    Pilot Orifi ce LP 79) 512-535 Burner Assy 82) 511-030 Burner Grate Assy 83) 430-101 Rear Log Support Bracket 84) * Defl ector 85) 512-930 Log Set *Not available as a replacement part. FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 56: Regency ® Flush Front Accessories

    133) * Flush Louver Assy-Top 161) 948-216 Regency Logo Plate 134) * Flush Louver Assy-Bottom 135) 940-090/P Glass (Flush) *Not available as a replacement part. 136) 936-155 Glass Gasket (Tadpole) 904-691 U-Clip FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 57 NOTES FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 58 NOTES FPI P36-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 59: Warranty

    Conditions: Any part or parts of this unit which in our judgement show evidence of such defects will be repaired or replaced at FPI's option, through an accredited distributor or agent provided that the defective part be returned to the distributor or agent Transportation Prepaid, if requested.
  • Page 60 ___________________________________________________________________ Installer: ___________________________________________________________ Phone #: ___________________________________________________________ Date Installed: ______________________________________________________ Serial No.: __________________________________________________________ Panorama, AstroCap,Tripoli, HeatWave and Heat Release are trademarks of FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd. Printed in Canada © Copyright 2012 FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd. All rights reserved.

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