FPI U32-LP2 Owners & Installation Manual

U32 gas insert

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U32 Gas Insert
WARNING:
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or main-
tenance can cause injury or property damage. 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 flammable 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:
918-011a
FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. 6988 Venture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4
MODELS: U32-NG2 Natural Gas U32-LP2 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.
www.hampton-fire.com
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 fire department.
10/08/03

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  • Page 1 Tested by: 918-011a FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. 6988 Venture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4 MODELS: U32-NG2 Natural Gas U32-LP2 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.
  • Page 2: Information For Mobile/Manufactured Homes After First Sale

    The FPI Gas Insert Series of hand crafted appliances has been designed to provide you with all the warmth and charm of a fireplace, at the flick of a switch. The models U32-NG2 and U32-LP2 of this series have been approved by Warnock Hersey for both safety and efficiency. As it also bears our own mark, it promises to provide you with economy, comfort and security for many trouble free years to follow.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Unit Dimensions ... 2 Safety Label ... 4 Installation For Your Safety ... 5 Specifications ... 5 Gas Pressure Testing ... 5 Installation into a Solid Fuel Burning Fireplace or Factory Built Fireplace ... 5 General Safety Information ... 5 Installation Checklist ...
  • Page 4: Safety Label

    SAFETY LABEL This is a copy of the labels that accompany each U32-2 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.
  • Page 5: Installation Into A Solid Fuel Burning Fireplace Or Factory Built Fireplace

    IMPORTANT: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The FPI Gas Insert must be installed in accord- ance with these instructions. Carefully read all the instructions in this manual first. Consult the building authority having jurisdiction to deter- mine the need for a permit prior to starting the installation.
  • Page 6: Manufactured Mobile Home Additional Requirements

    INSTALLATION 1) Check all clearances to combustibles, page 2) Make the gas connection. See page 7. 3) Install the 3" flue liner to the sliding connec- tor plate. See page 7. 4) Slide the unit half way into the fireplace. 5) Pull the vent connector plate through the tapered brackets and fasten to the front plate.
  • Page 7: Gas Connection

    Diagram 3 Note: A noncombustible mantel may be installed at a lower height if the framing is made of metal studs covered with a noncombustible board. GAS CONNECTION GAS CONNECTION WARNING: Only persons licensed to work with gas piping may make the necessary gas connections to this appliance.
  • Page 8: Gas Pipe Pressure Testing

    INSTALLATION 9) Connect the 2nd liner to the exhaust collar marked with an "E", seal connection with high temperature silicone. Secure with gear clamp. NOTE: 1) Final gas connection should be made after unit is in place to avoid damage to line when pushing the unit into position.
  • Page 9: Log Installation

    LOG SET INSTALLATION Read the instructions below carefully and refer to the diagrams. If logs are broken do not use the unit until they are replaced. Broken logs can interfere with the pilot operation. The gas log kit contains the following: a) 02-43 Rear Log 902-227 b) 02-45 Front Right Log...
  • Page 10: Faceplate & Trim

    INSTALLATION A)02-43 F)02-48 Side View Front edge of Bracket rear burner The bottom right edge of Log F)02-48 must sit snugly against the bracket and the front edge of the rear burner. 9) Place Front Left Log G)02-44 onto the 2 front pins as shown.
  • Page 11: Standard Flush Door

    Diagram 4 Diagram 5 11) Push the Regency logo plate into the two holes in the bottom left corner of the face- plate. STANDARD FLUSH DOOR The standard flush door comes with a black frame. To install the frame, simply hook the top door flange onto the top of the unit and swing the door towards the unit, diagram 1.
  • Page 12: Optional Bay Door

    INSTALLATION OPTIONAL BAY DOOR The Bay louvers MUST be used with the Bay glass option. The optional Bay door is an overlay on the flush front. The standard flush door and glass must remain on the unit. Hook the top of the bay door over the flush door flange and swing the bottom against the bottom flange of the flush door.
  • Page 13: Hampton Cast Faceplate Installation

    HAMPTON CAST FACEPLATE INSTALLATION NOTE: Do not install Cast Faceplate when unit is installed into a Zero Clearance Unit. 1) Lay the faceplate panels flat, face down on something soft so they don't scratch. 2) Attach the side filler brackets to the left and right sides using 3 screws and washer per side.
  • Page 14: Hampton Cast Faceplate Grill

    INSTALLATION 11) Mount the cast faceplate panels onto the insert body, sliding the side filler brackets into the space between the glass and the firebox. Secure using the 4 remaining black screws, 2 per side. Slide side filler bracket into gap between glass and fire box.
  • Page 15: Optional Wall Thermostat

    OPTIONAL WALL THERMOSTAT A wall thermostat may be installed if desired, follow the wiring diagram below. FPI offers an optional programmable thermostat but any 250- 750 millivolt rated non-anticipator type thermo- stat that is CSA, ULC or UL approved may be used.
  • Page 16: U32-2 Fpi Direct Vent Gas Insert

    INSTALLATION This heater does not require a 120V A.C. supply for operation. In case of a power failure, the burner switch and the optional remote control/thermostat will continue to operate. However, a 120V A.C. power supply is needed for the fan/blower operation. Caution: Ensure that the wires do not touch any hot surfaces and are away from sharp edges.
  • Page 17: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Before operating this appliance, proceed through the following check list. 1) Read and understand these Instructions before operating this appliance. 2) Check to see that all wiring is correct and enclosed to prevent possible shock. 3) Check to ensure there are no gas leaks. 4) Make sure the glass door is in place.
  • Page 18: Copy Of Lighting Instruction Plate

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Blower Thermodisc: When this thermally activated switch turns ON it will create a small "clicking" sound. This is the switch contacts closing and is normal. Pilot Flame: While the pilot flame is on it can make a very slight "whisper"...
  • Page 19: General Vent Maintenance

    8) Periodically check the pilot flames. Correct flame pattern has three strong blue flames: 1 flowing around the thermopile and 1 around the thermocouple, and 1 flowing across the rear of the burner (it does not have to be touching the burner). Top View of pilot flame Incorrect flame pattern will have small, proba- bly yellow flames, not coming into proper con-...
  • Page 20: Fan Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Bay Glass Removal 1) Remove the door from the unit and place on a soft surface to prevent scratching. 2) Remove the nuts holding the glass retainers in place. 3) Remove the glass retainers (sides, top and bottom). 4) Replace the glass. The glass must have gasketing around it.
  • Page 21: Valve Removal & Replacement

    VALVE REPLACEMENT 1) Shut off the gas supply. 2) Remove the louvers (and bay door if it is on). 3) Open the flush door and remove the door. 4) Remove the logs and brick panels. 5) Remove the grate by loosening the two screws and sliding the grate out.
  • Page 22: Parts List

    PARTS LIST Part # Description 420-122 Fan Access Panel 420-142 Gasket - Fan Access Panel 422-518/P Fan Assembly: 910-215/P Fan Motor (120 V) 910-750 Power Cord (120 V) 910-752 Wire Harness (intermediate) 910-142 Thermodisc-Fan Auto ON/OFF Fan Switch Cover Thermodisc Bracket 10) 420-140 Flue Restrictor 12) *...
  • Page 23: Burner Assembly & Log Set

    BURNER ASSEMBLY & LOG SET Part # Description 422-574/P Valve Assembly - NG 422-576/P Valve Assembly - LP 52) 910-040 Valve - Robertshaw NG 53) 910-190 Ignitor Piezo and Nut 54) * Valve Heat Shield 55) * Valve Tray 58) 904-240 Burner Orifice Nat.
  • Page 24: Bay & Flush Front Assembly

    PARTS LIST BAY & FLUSH FRONT ASSEMBLY Part # Description Bay Door 420-931 Complete Bay Door with Black Trim 102) * Glass Retainer Side (Top & Btm) 103) * Glass Retainer Front (Top & Btm) 106) 940-315/P Side Glass 107) 936-243 Gasket 108) 940-314/P Center Glass 110) 902-183...
  • Page 25: Faceplate Assembly

    Part # Description 402-919 Complete Faceplate (Set) Contour with Black Trim-Oversize 51) * Faceplate Side Right - Oversize 59) * Faceplate Top - Oversize 60) * Faceplate Side Left Assy-Oversize 402-534 Trims Pkg. Black - Oversize, Zero Clearance 65) * Faceplate Trim Right - Oversize 68) * Faceplate Trim Top - Oversize...
  • Page 26: Hampton Cast Faceplate Assembly

    PARTS LIST Part # Description 402-971 Cast Faceplates (Set) - Black Metallic 402-976 Cast Faceplates (Set) - Black Enamel 187) 910-246 Burner On/Off Switch 188) 910-330 Fan Speed Control (120 V) 189) 904-733 Knob - Black Cast Surround 201) * Cast Faceplate - Right 202) * Cast Faceplate - Top...
  • Page 27: Warranty

    WARRANTY FPI fireplaces are designed with reliability and simplicity in mind. In addition, our internal Quality Assurance Team carefully inspects each unit thoroughly before it leaves our door. FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd. is pleased to extend this limited lifetime warranty to the original purchaser of a FPI Product. The Warranty: Lifetime Covered under the agreement are the following components: Combustion chamber, heat exchanger, burner tubes, logs, embers, glass (thermal breakage) and all gold plating (against defective manufacture).
  • Page 28 FPI fireplaces are designed with reliability and simplicity in mind. In addition, our internal Quality Assurance Team carefully inspects each unit thoroughly before it leaves our door. FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd. is pleased to extend this Limited Lifetime Warranty to the original purchaser of a FPI Product.

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