FPI Gas Insert U35-LP1 Owners & Installation Manual

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WARNING:
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury, property damage, or loss
of life. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional
information consult an authorized installer, service agency
or the gas supplier.
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 an authorized
installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
Tested by:
918-528a
FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. 6988 Venture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4
U35 Gas Insert
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Owners & Installation Manual
Installer: Please complete the details on the back cover
and leave this manual with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Please keep these instructions for future reference.
U35-NG1 Natural Gas
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
supplier, call the fi re department.
U35-LP1 Propane
cannot reach your gas
03/04/08

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  • Page 1 WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury, property damage, or loss of life. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional information consult an authorized installer, service agency or the gas supplier. 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.
  • Page 2 FPI GAS FIREPLACE INSERT TO THE NEW OWNER Congratulations! You are the owner of a state-of-the-art Gas Insert by FPI. The U35 Gas Insert has been designed to provide you with all the warmth and charm of a fi replace, at the fl...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY LABEL Serial No. Decal ...4 REQUIREMENTS MA Code - CO Detector (for state of Massachusetts only)...5 INSTALLATION Important Message ...6 For Your Safety ...6 Gas Pressure Testing ...6 Specifi cations ...6 Installation Into A Solid Fuel Burning Fireplace Or Factory Built Fireplace ...6 Before You Start ...6 Installation Checklist ...7 Materials Required ...7...
  • Page 4: Safety Label

    This is a copy of the labels that accompany each U35 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.
  • Page 5: Requirements

    REQUIREMENTS MA Code - CO Detector (for the State of Massachusetts only) 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:...
  • Page 6: Installation

    IMPORTANT MESSAGE The FPI Gas Insert must be installed in accordance with these instructions. Carefully read all the instructions in this manual fi rst. Consult the building authority having jurisdiction to determine the need for a permit prior to starting the installation.
  • Page 7: Installation Checklist

    MINIMUM FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS The minimum fi replace clearances & dimensions for the FPI gas fi replace are shown in the following diagrams: Max Lentil Width Bar Depth Height Depth (rear) Regency 9" 25" 17" 25" Countour Faceplate Regency 10" 26-3/4" 18"...
  • Page 8: Minimum Clearances To Combustibles

    K 48" / 1220 mm Max. Alcove Depth L 36" / 915 mm * No Hearth Required REGENCY BAY & FLUSH COMBUSTIBLE MANTEL CLEARANCES Because of the extreme heat this insert emits, the mantel clearances are critical. Combustible mantel clearances from top of unit are shown in the above diagrams.
  • Page 9: Venting

    GAS CONNECTION 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 fi replace. 2) The appliance is provided with an opening on the left hand side of the control compartment.
  • Page 10: Gas Insert Aeration System

    INSTALLATION GAS PIPE 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).
  • Page 11: Log Installation

    LOG INSTALLATION WARNING: Dangerous operating conditions may occur if these logs are not positioned in their correct certifi ed locations. Read the following instructions carefully and refer to the attached diagram. 1) Remove the logs from the box and carefully unwrap them.
  • Page 12: Standard Flush Door

    10) Attach the faceplate panels to the insert body using the 4 remaining black screws. Diagram 5. Diagram 5 11) Push the Regency logo plate into the two holes in the bottom left corner of the faceplate. See Diagram 4. STANDARD FLUSH DOOR The standard fl...
  • Page 13: Optional Bay Door

    OPTIONAL BAY DOOR The Bay louvers MUST be used with the Bay glass option. The optional Bay door is an overlay on the fl ush front. The standard fl ush door and glass must remain on the unit. Hook the top of the bay door over the fl...
  • Page 14: The Kensington Front Installation

    THE KENSINGTON FRONT INSTALLATION IMPORTANT: Please use the gloves provided when handling the Kensington Front to avoid fi ngerprints. 1) Place the Kensington Front up against the unit, but do not secure. Make the following wire connections: 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.
  • Page 15: Panel Door Installation

    THE KENSINGTON FRONT INSTALLATION 2-Panel Door Installation: 1) Install the Sub-Frame by hooking the top fl ange onto the top of the Glass Door and swing the Sub-Frame towards the unit. Pull out the hooks which already secure the Glass Door and place them thru the holes in the bottom of the Sub-Frame to secure both the Glass Door and Sub-Frame in place together.
  • Page 16: Full Screen Doors

    INSTALLATION 1) Hold the full screen faceplate up against the unit in order to make the following wire connections. Pull the ON/OFF connector wires thru the box and connect them to the switch. Connect the fan switch wires with the wire connectors from the fan speed control.
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION 7) Install the Left and Right Side Screen Doors by placing over top of 5) Install Spring Hinges to the Left and Right Side of the bottom of the the hinges on the faceplate. fi rebox using 2 screws per hinge. Hold the door at a 45 degree angle to avoid scratching the faceplate.
  • Page 18: Wiring Diagrams

    INSTALLATION This heater does not require a 120V A.C. supply for operation. However, a 120V A.C. power supply is needed for the fan/blower operation. NATURAL GAS WIRING DIAGRAMS Caution: Ensure that the WARNING: Electrical Grounding Instructions wires do not touch any This appliance is equipped with a three pronged hot surfaces and are (grounding) plug for your protection against shock...
  • Page 19: Optional Remote Control

    PROPANE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL Use the FPI Remote Control Kit approved for this unit. Use of other systems may void your warranty. The remote control kit comes with a hand held transmitter, a receiver and a wall mounting plate. 1) Choose a convenient location on the wall to install the receiver and the receptacle box (protection from extreme heat is very important).
  • Page 20: Operating Instructions

    Thermostat Wire Table Recommended Maximum Lead Length (Two-Wire) When Using Wall Thermostat (CP-2 System) Wire Size Max. Length 14 GA. 50 Ft. 16 GA. 32 Ft. 18 GA. 20 Ft. 20 GA. 12 Ft. 22 GA. 9 Ft. FINAL CHECK Before leaving this unit with the customer, the installer must ensure that the appliance is fi...
  • Page 21: Copy Of Lighting Instruction Plate

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS COPY OF LIGHTING INSTRUCTION PLATE AUTOMATIC CONVECTION FAN OPERATION The fan operates automatically, turn the knob on the side of the faceplate to adjust to the desired speed. The fan will turn on as the stove comes up to operating temperature. After the unit has been turned off and the unit cooled to below a useful heat output range the fan will shut off automatically.
  • Page 22: Maintenance Instructions

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 1) Always turn the gas valve to off 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 clean soft paint brush as the logs are fragile and easily damaged.
  • Page 23: Door Glass

    Clean any fi ngerprints off before turning the unit on. If the top louvers start to discolour, check the door gasket seal and replace if necessary. DOOR GLASS Your FPI insert is supplied with high temperature, 5 mm Neoceram ceramic glass that will withstand the highest heat that your unit will produce.
  • Page 24: Removing Valve

    10) Unplug the wires from the fan motor (from inside the stove). 11) Remove the 2 screws from the fan bracket. 12) Pull Fan Assembly forward, to disenagage the fan clip on the rear wall. Then lift the Fan Assembly up and pull through fi rebox opening.
  • Page 25: Installing Valve

    8) Remove the Front Grate by removing the 2 screws. 9) Disconnect the inlet gas line. 10) Disconnect the 2 TP wires and the 2 TH wires from the valve. 11) Remove the 10 Phillips head screws securing the valve access plate in place and then lift the entire assembly out.
  • Page 26: Parts List

    Part # Description 1) 320-009 Fan Access Plate 2) 320-079 Gasket - Fan Access Plate 320-517/P Fan Assembly 120 V 3) 910-331/P Fan Motor 120 V 5) 910-750 Power Cord 910-752 Wire Harness (Faceplate) 7) 910-142 Fan Auto On/Off Thermodisc 8) * Thermodisc Bracket 9) 320-070...
  • Page 27: Burner & Log Assembly

    Part # Description 52) 320-078 Gasket - Valve Tray 54) 910-421 Pilot ON/OFF 3" Extension Knob (with Bay Front) 55) 910-422 Flame Hi/Low 3" Extension Knob (with Bay Front) 320-563/P Valve Assembly - NG 320-564/P Valve Assembly - LP 56) 910-190 Piezo Ignitor and Nut 57) 910-478 Valve - S.I.T.
  • Page 28: Flush Door And Bay Front Assembly

    FLUSH DOOR AND BAY FRONT ASSEMBLY Part # Description Bay Front 320-930 Bay Front Complete 102) Flush Glass Retainer 106) 940-318/P Side Glass 107) 936-243 Gasket 108) 940-317/P Center Glass 111) Door Trim 112) 904-196 Magnet 1" Round 910-421 Pilot On/Off 3" Extension Knob 910-422 Flame Hi/Low 3"...
  • Page 29: Faceplates, Trims, And Hearths

    320-946 Hearth Trim - 6" 186) 904-586 Speed Control Knob c/w Spring Clip 190) Screw #8 x 1/2" Black Self-tapping 191) Screw #8 x 1/2" Brass Plated Self-tapping 199) 948-216 Regency Logo ® * Not available as a replacement part.
  • Page 30 NOTES ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ U35 FPI Direct Vent Gas Insert...
  • Page 31: 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 32 Register your Regency Register your Palace Installer: Please complete the following information Dealer Name & Address: ______________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ Installer: ___________________________________________________________ Phone #: ___________________________________________________________ Date Installed: ______________________________________________________ Serial No.: __________________________________________________________ Regency ® and Palace Designer Fireplaces are trademarks of FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd.

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