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Ci1150-1
Alterra
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Wood Insert
Owner's & Installation Manual
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.
0219WN036S
FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. 6988 Venture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4
920-842
02.14.25

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  • Page 1 Ci1150-1 Alterra ® Wood Insert Owner's & Installation Manual 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. 0219WN036S FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. 6988 Venture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4 920-842 02.14.25...
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing a REGENCY FIREPLACE PRODUCT. The pride of workmanship that goes into each of our products will give you years of trouble-free enjoyment. Should you have any questions about your product that are not covered in this manual, please contact the REGENCY DEALER in your area. "This wood heater has a manufacturer set minimum low burn rate that must not be altered.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    table of contents Safety Decal Maintenance Copy of the Safety Decal ..........4 Ash Disposal ..............21 Safety Guidelines and Warnings........21 Maintenance ..............22 Dimensions Creosote ............... 22 Wood Storage ............... 22 Unit Dimensions .............. 5 Door Gasket ..............23 Optional Backing Plate Dimensions ........

  • Page 4: Safety Decal

    safety decal Copy of the Ci1150-1 Safety Decal (Duplicate Serial #) LISTED MASONRY FIREPLACE INSERT DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL / NE PAS ENLEVER CETTE ÉTIQUETTE This is a copy of the label that accompanies each Ci1150-1 CERTIFIED FOR USE IN CANADA AND U.S.A. MODEL: Ci1150-1 Wood Insert.

  • Page 5: Dimensions

    dimensions Unit Dimensions NOTE: Before assembling Offset Flue your Insert, use these Adapter dimensions to ensure appropriate clearances will be met (refer to M a s o n r y F i r e p l a c e 6" (152 mm) Clearances section).

  • Page 6: Optional Backing Plate Dimensions

    dimensions Optional Backing Plate Dimensions Ci1150-1 Standard 40” (1016mm) 40” (1016mm) Ci1150-1 Custom - Minimum Dimensions 37” (940mm) 37” (914mm) Regency Ci1150-1 Wood Cast Insert...

  • Page 7: Installation

    installation Masonry Fireplace Clearances The minimum required clearances to combustible materials when installed into a masonry fireplace are listed below. Unit Adjacent Mantel*** Side Minimum Minimum From Top of From Side of Side Wall (to top) Facing Facing Hearth Hearth Side Door Door Ci1150-1...

  • Page 8: How To Determine If Alternate Floor Protection Materials Are Acceptable

    installation How to Determine if Alternate Floor Protection Materials are Acceptable All floor protection must be noncombustible (i.e. metals, brick, stone, mineral fiber boards, concrete board etc.). The noncombustible floor protection specified includes some form of thermal designation such as R-value (thermal resistance) or k-factor (thermal conductivity).

  • Page 9: Installation Into A Masonry Fireplace

    installation Chimney Specifications Installation Into a Masonry Draft Fireplace Before installing, check and clean your chimney Draft is the force which moves air from the ap- system thoroughly. If in doubt about its condition, pliance up through the chimney. The amount of Regency inserts are constructed with the highest seek professional advice.

  • Page 10: Installing Your Insert

    installation Installing Your Insert 4. Slide the unit back until the flue adaptor is 9. Remove the pull rod from the top center of the slightly engaged. fireplace. See Diagram 7. SAFETY NOTE: The insert is very heavy and 5. At this point it is recommended to level the will require two or three people to move it into unit and ensure that the leveling bolts rest position.

  • Page 11: Cast Faceplate Installation

    CI1250/CI1150/CI1150-1 ALTERRA WOOD INSERT installation Cast Faceplate Installation CAST FACEPLATE INSTALLATION Stop! Read Carefully. Cast components are very fragile. Use extreme care when handling. Note: Unit in images may not be identical, but they depict the process. 1) Open the door to about 45°- then remove it from the hinge by lifting 3) Install fan controls into left surround with 2 screws as shown below.
  • Page 12 CI1250/CI1150/CI1150-1 ALTERRA WOOD INSERT installation 7) Loosen the two (2) top screws (with 3/16" allen key) on the left and 11) Remove the two (2) bolts from the lower part of the brackets on right brackets on the unit as shown below. the unit - see diagram below.
  • Page 13 CI1250/CI1150/CI1150-1 ALTERRA WOOD INSERT installation 15) Reinstall door. 16)The fan cord can be re-routed to the right side of the unit if necessary. Before installing the lower cast surround - run the cord between the left cast surround and the unit. Then run the cord along the lower part of the lower cast surround and out in between the right cast and the unit.

  • Page 14: 3-Piece Backing Plate Installation

    installation 3-Piece Backing Plate Installation An optional backing plate is available in either a standard or custom Install 2 clips to the back of the top cast faceplate with hex bolts. size. If the unit is already installed - remove the top cast faceplate from the unit if access is too difficult - see 'Cast Faceplate Installation' in the owners manual for instructions.

  • Page 15: Brick Installation

    installation Brick Installation Firebrick is included to extend the life of your stove and radiate heat more evenly. Check to see that all firebricks are in their correct positions and have not become misaligned during shipping. Install all firebricks (if bricks were removed at install) per the Diagram below and place in their correct positions. Do not use a grate.

  • Page 16: Baffle Installation

    installation tooltip Baffle Installation Note: unit in images may not be identical to the Ci1150-1 — they depict the 5. Install the front air tube removed in step 2. process. 6. Install baffle brackets on either side by slightly lifting baffles up and placing brackets in between baffles and the front air tube.

  • Page 17: Stainless Steel Smoke Deflector Installation

    installation Stainless Steel Smoke Deflector Installation The stainless smoke deflector is located in the upper front area of the firebox. The deflector is held in place with 2 bolts Prior to the first fire, ensure deflector is seated properly and secured with 2 hand tightened bolts which are accessible from behind the smoke deflector. Smoke deflector Smoke deflector is installed through the door opening in location shown in Diagram To replace the deflector, loosen off both bolts and slide deflector downward, push deflector to the back wall of the unit and manoeuver out.

  • Page 18: Seasoned Wood

    operating instructions Seasoned Wood Whether you burn wood in a fireplace, stove or insert, good quality firewood is the key to convenience, efficiency and safety. Wet wood and pieces that are not the right size and shape for your wood burner can be frustrating, burn inefficiently and deposit creosote that can fuel a dangerous chimney fire.

  • Page 19: Operating Instructions

    operating instructions Operating Instructions START UP AND OPERATING PROCEDURES: WARNING: Never build a roaring fire in a cold wood insert. Always warm your wood 1. For the first few days, the wood insert will stove up slowly! With your unit now correctly installed and safety give off an odour from the paint.

  • Page 20: Fan Operation

    maintenance Fan Operation Cord Reversal The fan is to be operated only with the draft control rod pulled out at least The fan cord comes out from the left hand side of the unit. if it is necessary 1/2" from the fully closed position. The fan is not to be operated when the to have the cord coming from the right side - follow these steps: draft control rod is in the closed position (pushed in).

  • Page 21: Ash Disposal

    maintenance Ash Disposal Safety Guidelines and CAUTION: HOT WHILE IN OPERATION. KEEP CHILDREN, Warnings During constant use, ashes should be removed CLOTHING AND FURNITURE every few days. AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE CAUTION: do not use chemicals as fluids to SKIN BURNS. start fire.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    maintenance Maintenance 4. A small hot fire is preferable to a large smouldering one that can deposit creosote within the system. It is very important to carefully maintain your fireplace stove, including burning seasoned wood 5. The chimney and chimney connector should be and maintaining a clean stove and chimney system.

  • Page 23: Door Gasket

    maintenance Door Gasket Glass Replacement If the door gasket requires replacement, 7/8" diameter material must be used. Allow the stove to cool before removing or replacing glass. Remove the door A proper high temperature gasket adhesive is required. A gasket repair kit, from the stove and remove the glass retainer.

  • Page 24: Handle Replacement

    maintenance Handle Replacement Fan Maintenance 1) Remove handle by undoing the hex head bolt using a 7/16" socket wrench. TO REMOVE THE FAN 2) Fit new door handle over door latch and secure. 1) See next page. Assemble handle by: Maintenance: The sealed bearings are lubricated, there is no need to lu- a) Placing lock washer and split lock washer over hex head bolt.

  • Page 25: Fan Removal

    maintenance Fan Removal Prior to removing fan, disconnect / unplug power source to fan 5) Remove fan from unit. CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. 1) Open door to a 45° angle 2) Holding door firmly from top and bottom - lift door up and off to remove.

  • Page 26: Secondary Air Tube Removal/Installation

    maintenance Secondary Air Tube Removal/Installation 1. Allow the stove to burn out and cool down, until cool to touch. 5. To reinstall or replace, first slide left side of tube into hole on left side air channel. Align tab on right side air channel with notch on right hand end 2.

  • Page 27: Vertical Stainless Deflector Replacement

    maintenance Vertical Stainless Deflector Replacement I1200 CONTEMPORARY 7/16'' Bolts 7/16'' Nuts Slide right + down to remove. Reverse to replace. Vertical Deflector Remove 2 front air tubes 1. Remove 2 front secondary air tubes / baffles (see manual for details). 2.

  • Page 28: Annual Maintenance

    maintenance Annual Maintenance Completely clean out entire unit Annually Inspect air tube and bricks Replace any damaged parts. Adjust door catch assembly If unable to obtain a tight seal on the door - replace door gasket seal. Readjust door catch after new gasket installed. Inspect condition and seal of: Glass Gasket Door Gasket...

  • Page 29: Main Assembly Ci1150-1

    parts list Main Assembly Ci1150-1 Part # Description Part # Description 075-037 Smoke Deflector 14) 075-064 Andiron Bracket (Each) 075-041 Baffle Holder 15) 156-004 Door Hinge 033-953 Air Tubes (each) 16) 156-035 Glass Gasket Frame 3a) 033-954 3/4" OD Air Tube (Qty 2) (Each) 17) 940-366/P Neoceram Glass (includes Glass Gasket) 075-955...

  • Page 30: Brick Panels

    parts list Brick Panels 173-960 Ci1150-1 Brick Kit Complete Fire bricks Size 8-3/8" x 4-3/8" 9" x 4-1/4" 9" x 4-1/2" 9" x 2-3/8" 3-1/2" x 4-1/2" 7-3/4" x 4-1/4" 3-1/2" x 2-1/4" 30 | Regency Ci1150-1 Wood Cast Insert...

  • Page 31: Cast Faceplate

    parts list Cast Faceplate Part # Description 156-951 Metallic Black Faceplate CI1150 Top Surround Left Side Surround Right Side Surround Bottom Surround * Not available as a replacement part. CI1150 Bottom Surround Regency Ci1150-1 Wood Cast Insert...

  • Page 32: Warranty

    warranty Indoor Wood Product Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd. (for Canadian customers) and Fireplace Products U S, Inc. (for US customers) (collectively referred to herein as “FPI”) extends this Limited Lifetime Warranty to the original purchaser of this Appliance provided the product remains in the original place of installation.
  • Page 33 warranty The authorized selling dealer, or an alternative authorized FPI dealer if pre-approved by FPI, is responsible for all in- field diagnosis and service work related to all warranty claims. FPI is not responsible for results or costs of workmanship of unauthorized FPI dealers or agents in the negligence of their service work. At all times, FPI reserves the right to inspect reported in the field/on location complaints of products claimed to be defective before processing or authorizing any claim.
  • Page 34 warranty FPI has no obligation to enhance or modify any Appliance once manufactured (i.e. as products evolve, field modifications or upgrades will not be performed on existing Appliances). Any Appliance showing signs of neglect or misuse will not be covered under the terms of this warranty policy and may void this warranty, including Appliances with rusted or corroded fireboxes that have not been reported as rusted or corroded within three (3) months of installation/purchase.

  • Page 35: Warranty Registration Card

    warranty Warranty Registration Card Product Registration and Customer Support: Thank you for choosing a Regency Fireplace. Regency strives to be a world leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of hearth products. To provide the best support for your product, we request that you complete a product registration form found on our Web Site under Customer Care within ninety (90) days of purchase.
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  • Page 37: Recycling

    recycling PRODUCT LIFE CYCLE: By recycling your used appliances, you divert waste from your local landfills and help the environment. You also reduce the need for raw materials to manufacture new products. Contact your local municipality for appliance recycling services, local recycling programs, or appliance removal services to ensure your Regency appliance components, and packaging are properly recycled.
  • Page 38 notes 38 | Regency Ci1150-1 Wood Cast Insert...
  • Page 39 Regency Ci1150-1 Wood Cast Insert...
  • Page 40 Installer: Please complete the following information Dealer Name & Address: _______________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ Installer: ___________________________________________________ Phone #: ___________________________________________________ Date Installed: _______________________________________________ Serial #: ____________________________________________________ Regency, Alterra are trademarks of FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd ® Printed in Canada © Copyright 2025, FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd. All rights reserved.

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