Regency LIBERTY L900E-NG Owners & Installation Manual

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LIBERTY L900E Gas Fireplace
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:
918-623a
FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. 6988 Venture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4
www.regency-fi re.com
TM
MODELS: L900E-NG Natural Gas L900E-LP Propane
Installer: Please complete the details on the back cover
and leave this manual with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Please keep these instructions for future reference.
Owners &
Installation Manual
Unit requires 120V to
operate. See "Wiring Diagram"
section in manual for more
details. Receptacle is included
with manual package.
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.
01/07/08

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  • Page 1 Owners & LIBERTY L900E Gas Fireplace Installation Manual Unit requires 120V to operate. See “Wiring Diagram” section in manual for more details. Receptacle is included with manual package. MODELS: L900E-NG Natural Gas L900E-LP Propane FOR YOUR SAFETY WARNING:...
  • Page 2: Manufactured Mobile Home Requirements

    To the New Owner: Congratulations! ® You are the owner of a state-of-the-art Gas Fireplace by REGENCY . The L900E has been designed to provide you with all the warmth and charm of a wood fi replace at the fl ick of a switch.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Allowable Horizontal Terminations .......19 Venting Arrangements ..........22 The Warranty: Limited Lifetime ........43 Allowable Vertical Terminations ......22 Unit Installation with Horizontal Termination ....23 Unit Installation with Vertical Termination ....24 Horizontal Termination with Flex Vent System ....25 ® Regency L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 4: Safety Label

    Tested to: ANSI Z21.88-2005/ CSA 2.33-2005, CAN/CGA-2.17-M91, ANSI Z21.50-2003/CSA 2.22-2003, ANSI Z21.50A-2003/ ® NOTE: Regency units are constantly being CSA 2.22A-2003, ANSI Z21-50B-2003/CSA Z22b-2003 improved. Check the label on the unit and if Certified for / Certifiée pour: CANADA AND U.S.A.
  • Page 5: Requirements

    (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. Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 6: Unit Dimensions

    UNIT DIMENSIONS UNIT DIMENSIONS Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 7: Installation

    9) Test Gas Pressure (Refer to "Gas Pipe removed for servicing should be replaced Pressure Testing" section). prior to operating this appliance. 10) Install standard and optional features. Refer to the following sections: Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 8: Manufactured Mobile Home Additional Requirements

    The HeatWave Duct Kit has different be installed in a recessed position or framed clearance and framing requirements, check out into the room as in A, B, C and D. See the HeatWave manual for details. Diagram 1. Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 9: Clearances

    Fire hazard is an extreme risk if these clearances (air space) to combustible materials are not adhered to. It is of greatest importance that this fi replace and vent system be installed only in accordance with these instructions. Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 10: Mantel Clearances

    Note: A non-combustible mantel may be installed at a lower height if the framing is made of metal studs covered with a non-combustible board. Note: Ensure the paint that is used on the mantel and the facing is "heat resistant" or the paint may discolour. MANTEL LEG CLEARANCES Combustible mantel leg clearances as per diagram: Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 11: Framing & Finishing

    33-1/8" (838mm) can be made at these points as there are sensitive electronic components directly behind these markings. DONOT NAIL HERE 10-5/16" 3" (254mm) (76mm) NAIL HERE Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 12: Unit Assembly Prior To Installation

    fi replace top been installed. line up. 3) Attach the standoff securely to the top with 2 screws per standoff (on opposite corners). Side Nailing Strips shown folded out. Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 13: Venting Introduction

    3) Adjust the vent restrictor plate to the required vent restrictor position as per the diagrams shown. 4) Once the vent restrictor plate is in the required position, secure with screws. Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 14: Exterior Vent Termination Requirements

    - If the vent termination is accessible, a certifi ed guard shall be installed. * As specifi ed in CGA B149 Installation Code. Note: Local codes or regulations may require different clearances. # In accordance with the current ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Natioinal Fuel Gas Code. Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 15: Venting Arrangements

    INSTALLATION VENTING ARRANGEMENTS HORIZONTAL TERMINATION (FLEX) Regency ® Direct Vent System These venting systems, in combination with the L900E, have been tested and listed as a direct vent system by Warnock Hersey. The location of the termination cap must conform to the requirements in the Vent Terminal Locations diagram from the "Exterior Vent Termination Locations" section.
  • Page 16: Rigid Pipe Venting Systems

    Direct Vent GS and Selkirk Direct-Temp. AstroCap XL is a proprietary trademark of FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd. Dura-Vent® and Direct Vent GS are registered and/or proprietary trademarks of Simpson Dura-Vent Co. Inc. Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 17: 5" X 8" Rigid Pipe Cross Reference Chart

    58DVA-ES - N/A from FPI Wall Thimble, Black 58DVA-WT 1247 5DT-WT 5DWT Wall Thimble Support Box/Ceiling Support 58DVA-DC - N/A from FPI Firestop Spacer 58DVA-FS 1263 5DT-FS 5DFS Trim Plate, Black 58DAV-WFS 1242 5DT-TP 5DCP Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 18 NOTE: Horizontal runs of vent must be level, or have a 1/4 inch rise for every 1 foot of run towards the termination. Never allow the vent to run downward. This could cause high temperatures and may present a possible fi re hazard. Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 19: Venting Arrangements

    A vent guard is required when the AstroCap is installed above grade at 7 feet or lower. A vent guard may also be required in other installations as per local codes, refer to "Exterior Vent Termination Requirements" section for details. Note: Regency ® Direct Vent System (Flex) is only approved for horizontal terminations.
  • Page 20 4 Max. 10' Min. 8' Max. horizontal. 5' Min. 4' Max. 11' Min. 10' Max. Please note min. 1 VENT RESTRICTOR SETTING: foot between 90 Vent restrictor at 0" - factory set, no adjustment required. Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 21 9' Min. total horizontal. 6' Min. 8' Max. 10' Min. Please note min. 1 foot between 90 elbows is VENT RESTRICTOR SETTING: Vent restrictor at 0" - factory set, no required. adjustment required. Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 22: Venting Arrangements

    Refer to "Vent Restrictor Position" section for details on how to change the vent restrictor to Set 1, Set 2 or Set 3 if required. Note: Must use optional fl ue adapter when using Rigid Pipe (Part # 770-994). Regency ®...
  • Page 23: Unit Installation With Horizontal Termination

    Silicone (red Diagram 7 RTV) is optional. NOTE: A Vent Guard is required when the AstroCap is installed above grade at 7 feet or lower. Diagram 1 Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 24: Unit Installation With Vertical Termination

    Diagram 5 or local codes. Note that for steep roof pitches, Diagram 3 the vertical height must be increased. Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 25: Horizontal Termination With Flex Vent System

    1-3/8"(35mm) and fasten with the 3 screws. NOTE: Horizontal sections must be sup- ported at intervals not exceeding 3 feet (0.9 meter). (Flame picture and performance will be affected by sags in the liner). Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 26: High Elevation

    Maximum Input 48,000 Btu/h 11) Main Gas Inlet (12.3 kW) Note: If you have an incorrect fl ame pattern, L900E-LP SYSTEM DATA contact your Regency ® dealer for Min. Supply Pressure 12" WC (2.98 kpa) further instructions. Low Setting Man.
  • Page 27: Back-Up Battery Installation

    (located directly above the heat shield, close to the top of the fi rebox). 5) Pull out the battery wires from the right side of the fi rebox. 8) Re-install the heat shield. Battery Wires Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 28: Brick Panel Installation

    Place the door on a soft surface to prevent scratching. 2) Unwrap the brick panels from the protective wrapping. Note: The logs must not be in the unit. Right Side Left Side Back Brick Back Brick Panel Panel Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 29 The top of the brick panel is held in place by a magnet that sits against the bracket as shown in the image below. Top Brick Panel Repeat for left side exterior brick panel. Right Side Brick Panel Bracket Brick Panel Clip Base Brick Panel Slot Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 30: Log Set Installation

    1) Carefully remove the logs from the box and unwrap them. The logs are fragile, handle with care - do not force into position. 2) Place log 03-41 on the rear log support pins. 03-42 03-41 Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 31 9) Spread the vermiculite on the base brick panel covering the remaining exposed base brick. 7) Line up the two holes on the underside of log 03-45 with the pins on logs 03-41 and 03-43 and fi t in place. 03-45 03-41 03-43 Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 32: Wiring Diagram

    CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when (Do not cut the ground terminal off under any circumstances.) servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 33: Matching Remote Handset & Control Box Id Code

    1) Press and release the ON/OFF button once on the Remote Control. 2) If service is to be preformed, you must disconnect both sources of power to the unit; main power and the battery. Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 34: Normal Operating Sounds Of Gas Appliances

    "cracking" and "ticking" sounds will be heard throughout the cycling process. Located on the left hand side of the fi rebox behind the exterior brick panel. Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 35: Copy Of Lighting Plate Instructions

    Press the ON/OFF button once on the Remote Control. If service is to be performed, you must disconnect both sources of power to the unit; main power and the battery. DO NOT REMOVE THIS INSTRUCTION PLATE 918-628 Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 36: Maintenance Instructions

    * Care must be taken to avoid breakage of the resistant paint. Regency ® uses StoveBright out the joints, Continuous condensation can glass.
  • Page 37: Back-Up Battery Replacement

    5) Disconnect the wires connected to the battery. Heat Shield 6) Replace with new battery and reconnect battery wires accordingly. 7) Re-install the battery to the right side of the fi rebox. 8) Re-install the right side heat shield. Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 38 10) Replace the control box. 11) Reverse steps 9 to 1. When re-connecting wire harnesses. Ensure that the cables match the letters labelled on the control box and are securely connected. Jumper Cable 'B' DO NOT REMOVE Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 39: Valve Tray Replacement

    10) Remove the back burner by removing the screw. c. Place the door on a soft surface to prevent scratching. 6) Remove the log set. 7) Remove the interior brick panels. Back Burner Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 40 15) Disconnect the molex connector from the 19) Remove the 16 screws that hold the valve valve. tray to the fi rebox and slightly pull out the valve tray. Molex Connector Valve Tray Modulating Coil Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 41: Parts List

    Right Side Panel (Interior) Right Side Panel (Exterior) Base Panel (Exterior) Left Side Panel (Exterior) 946-556 Heat Wave Kit 946-570 Heat Release Kit 546-969E LP Converison Kit 918-623 Manual * Not available as a replacement part. Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 42: Burner & Log Assembly

    Pilot Assembly - NG 910-953 Pilot Assembly - LP 904-617 NG - Orifi ce #30 904-622 NG - Orifi ce #47 904-241 LP - Orifi ce #56 904-641 LP - Orifi ce #50 Regency ® L900E Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 43: 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 ®...
  • Page 44 Installer: ___________________________________________________________ Phone #: ___________________________________________________________ Date Installed: ______________________________________________________ Serial No.: __________________________________________________________ Regency, Liberty, AstroCap, HeatWave, Heat Release and FireWizard are trademarks of FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd. © Copyright 2008, FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd. All rights reserved. Printed in Canada...

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