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U35 Gas Insert
MODELS: U35-NG1 Natural Gas U35-LP1 Propane
Owners & Installation Manual
WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or What to do if you smell gas:
maintenance can cause injury, property damage, or loss Do not try to light any appliance
of life. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional Do not touch any electrical switch:
information consult an authorized installer, service agency do not use any phone in your
or the gas
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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 ick of a switch. The U35-NG1 and U35-LP1 have been approved by Warnock 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 no
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TABLE OF CONTENTS FPI GAS FIREPLACE INSERT SAFETY LABEL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Serial No. Decal ...........................................................4 First Fire ......................................................................20 Operating Instructions .................................................20 Lighting Procedure ......................................................20 REQUIREMENTS Shutdown Procedure ...................................................20 Final Check.........
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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. Check the label on the unit and if there is a difference, the label on the unit is the correct one. For the State of Massachusetts, installation and repair must be done by a plumber or gasfi tter l
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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 gr
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INSTALLATION The effi ciency rating of the appliance is a 2) Installation and repair should be done by a qualifi ed service person. IMPORTANT MESSAGE product thermal effi ciency rating determined under continuous operating conditions and 3) The appliance should be inspected before The FPI Gas Insert must be installed in was determined independent of any installed accordance with these instructions. Carefully use and at least annually by a professional system. service person. More freque
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INSTALLATION 9) Final check: Before leaving this unit with INSTALLATION MINIMUM FIREPLACE the customer, the installer must ensure that the appliance is fi ring correctly. This CHECKLIST DIMENSIONS includes: Before installing vent system ensure that the The minimum fi replace clearances & dimensions a) Clocking the appliance to ensure the damper plate is open and secure to prevent the for the FPI gas fi replace are shown in the correct fi ring rate. damper plate from falling down and crus
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INSTALLATION MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES From Unit Sides A 8" / 203 mm Ceiling B 34" / 834 mm From Standard Surround 31-1/8" x 44-1/8" (791mm x 1121mm) Sides D 1-15/16" / 49 mm Ceiling E 28-7/8" / 733 mm Max. Mantel Depth G 12" / 305 mm Min. Alcove Width K 48" / 1220 mm Max. Alcove Depth L 36" / 915 mm * No Hearth Required REGENCY BAY & FLUSH KENSINGTON FRONT COMBUSTIBLE MANTEL CLEARANCES COMBUSTIBLE MANTEL CLEARANCES Because of the extreme heat this insert emits,
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INSTALLATION In areas of consistently high winds, we GAS CONNECTION recommend using the Simpson Dura-Vent System (923GK adapter and 991 high-wind cap). GAS CONNECTION WARNING: Only persons licensed to work The Air Intake pipe must be attached to the inlet with gas piping may make the air collar of the termination cap. 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 re
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INSTALLATION CAUTION: Carbon will be produced if air GAS PIPE shutter is closed too much. PRESSURE TESTING Note: Any damage due to carboning resulting from improperly setting The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual the aeration controls is NOT covered under warranty. manual shut-off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at Note: Aeration Adjustment should only test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig.
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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. The logs are fragile, handle with care. Do not force into position. 2) Sprinkle the vermiculite and ember on the sides of the fi rebox base. 3) Place the rear log on the rear log support at the back of th
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INSTALLATION STANDARD OPTIONAL FLUSH TRIM FLUSH DOOR Attach 2 round magnets to the back of the top trim piece and the other 2 to the bottom trim The standard fl ush door comes with a black piece, then attach trim to the top and bottom frame. To install the frame, simply hook the top of Flush door. door fl ange onto the top of the unit and swing the door towards the unit, diagram 6. Be careful that the glass gasket does not roll up; there must be a gap between the gasket and the door li
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INSTALLATION 3) Slide the valve extension knobs onto the valve OPTIONAL BAY DOOR OPTIONAL BAY TRIM knobs. Match each extension knob with the corresponding valve knob. Extension knobs The Bay louvers MUST be used Attach 4 supplied magnets each to the back are for Bay Front installations only. with the Bay glass option. of the top and bottom trim pieces, and attach trim to the top and bottom of Bay door. See The optional Bay door is an overlay on the diagrams 3 and 4. fl ush front. The sta
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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. 2) Mount the Kensington Front onto the fi rebox by securing in place Make the following wire connections: using 4 screws, 2 per side. 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 connector
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INSTALLATION THE KENSINGTON FRONT INSTALLATION 2-Panel Door Installation: 3-Panel Door Installation: 1) Install the Sub-Frame by hooking the top fl ange onto the top of the 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 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 hooks which already secure the Glass Door and place t
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INSTALLATION FULL SCREEN DOORS 1) Hold the full screen faceplate up against the unit in order to make 3) Completely secure faceplate to the unit by securing 4 screws to the the following wire connections. Left and Right Side Trim. 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. Place clips over wires and tuck into side trim. 4) Secure the Top Frame by sliding it on the screws at
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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. Hinge 6) Place Bottom Frame near hinge. Flip hinge over Bottom Frame and secure with 3 screws each. Screen Door Hinge Location Bottom Frame 8) Close screen doors. 17 U35 FPI Direct Vent Gas Insert
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INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAMS This heater does not require a 120V A.C. supply Caution: Ensure that the WARNING: Electrical Grounding Instructions for operation. However, a 120V A.C. power wires do not touch any This appliance is equipped with a three pronged supply is needed for the fan/blower operation. hot surfaces and are (grounding) plug for your protection against shock away from sharp edges. hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. Do
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INSTALLATION For PROPANE Units and Units Equipped with DC Spark Boxes OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL OPTIONAL WALL THERMOSTAT Use the FPI Remote Control Kit approved for CAUTION this unit. Use of other systems may void your Do not connect the millivolt A wall thermostat may be installed if desired, warranty. follow the wiring diagram below. Note: the wires remote control wires are connected to the "TH" on the gas valve. Use The remote control kit comes with a hand held to the 120V wires. the
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: Gas on/off knob cannot be Thermostat Wire Table DO NOT BURN THE APPLIANCE turned from "PILOT" to "OFF" unless it is WITHOUT THE GLASS FRONT IN Recommended Maximum Lead Length partially depressed. PLACE. (Two-Wire) When Using Wall Thermostat (CP-2 System) 1) Turn burner OFF using "ON/OFF" switch. During the fi rst few fi res, a white fi lm may develop on the glass front as part Wire Size Max. Length 2) Turn gas control knob so indicator
