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Owners &
U41 Gas Insert
Installation Manual
MODELS: U41-NG3 Natural Gas U41-LP3 Propane
WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY
If the information in these instructions are not followed ex- What to do if you smell gas:
actly, a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, Do not try to light any appliance
personal injury or loss of life. Do not touch any electrical switch:
do not use any phone in your build-
FOR YOUR SAFETY
ing.
Do not store or use gasoline or other fl a
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REGENCY GAS FIREPLACE INSERT TO THE NEW OWNER Congratulations! You are the owner of a state-of-the-art Gas Insert by FIREPLACE PRODUCTS IN- TERNATIONAL LTD. The Regency ULTIMATE Gas Fireplace Series of hand crafted appliances has been designed to provide you with all the warmth and charm of a fi replace, at the fl ick of a switch. The models U41-NG3 and U41-LP3 of this series have been approved by Warnock Hersey for both safety and effi ciency. As it also bears our own mark, it promises t
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY LABEL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Safety Labels ................................................... 4 Operating Instructions ......................................15 Lighting Procedure ...........................................15 REQUIREMENTS Shutdown Procedure ........................................15 First Fire ...........................................................15 MA Code - CO Detector Automatic Convection Fan Operation ..............16 (for state of Massach
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SAFETY LABEL This is a copy of the label that accompanies Duplicate 225 each Regency ULTIMATE Gas Insert. We Serial No. have printed a copy of the contents here DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL for your review. The safety label is located on the right side door panel. NOTE: Regency units are constantly being Serial No. 225 improved. Check the label on the unit and Listed: Vented Gas Fireplace Heater if there is a difference, the label on the unit Certified: For Canada & USA is the correct one. T
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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 If the factory built fi replace height is too low 7) Always connect this fi replace to a chimney IMPORTANT: and vent to the outside of the building for your Insert, you may remove the smoke envelope. Never vent to another room or SAVE THESE shelf, baffl e plate, and damper plate from the inside a building. Make sure that the vent factory built fi replace if removable without INSTRUCTIONS is properly sized and is of adequate height cutting or torching, as long as these item
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INSTALLATION MATERIALS CLEARANCES REQUIRED Minimum Fireplace Clearances Clearances to Combustibles No electrical power supply is required for the The minimum fi replace clearances for the From Unit gas control to operate. A 120 Volt AC power Regency gas fi replace insert are shown in the Sides A 7.5" / 190 mm cord is hooked up to the fan switch and blower. following diagrams: Ceiling B 35" / 890 mm Plug 3 wire cord into a suitable receptacle. Do Mantel C(My) 11 / 280 mm
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INSTALLATION Combustible Mantel Clearances Depth (Mx) 5-1/2" 6" 6-1/2" 7" 7-1/2" 8" 8-1/2" 9" 9-1/2" Clearance (My) 11" 11-3/8" 11-3/4" 12-1/4" 12-1/2" 12-5/8" 12-3/4" 12-7/8" 13" Non-combustible Hearth Extension Height (Hy) 0" 5/8" 1-1/4" 1-7/8" 2-3/8" 2-3/4" 3-1/8" 3-1/2" 3-3/4" 4" Depth (Hx) 25" 24" 23" 22" 21" 20" 19" 18" 17" 16" 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. System Data S
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INSTALLATION 2) The gas connection is a 3/8" NPT male pipe GAS CONNECTION COMBUSTION & on the rear left side of the unit. The gas line can be rigid pipe or to make installation VENTILATION AIR For minimum and maximum supply pressure easier use a listed fl exible connector and see the System Data table on page 7. manual shut-off valve if allowed by local WARNING: This appliance needs fresh air building codes. A 1/2" gas supply pipe must for safe operation and must be installed Note: Pr
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INSTALLATION The Regency Insert incorporates its own inter- 3) After fi ve minutes, test that there is a “pull” Natural Gas: 3/16" open nal draft hood, so no additional external draft Propane: 1/2" open on the fl ue by placing a smoke match, hood is required. Periodically check that the cigarette or similar device which gives off vent is unrestricted and an adequate draft is The aeration adjustment gears are located on smoke, in front of the spill tube. To ensure present when the the right
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INSTALLATION shut off the supply of gas within 5 - 10 3) Using the trim clips provided, join the left side minutes. Tampering with the switch gold trim (the one with the ON/OFF switch can result in carbon monoxide (CO) and variable speed FAN switch) to the top poisoning and possible death. gold trim. See diagram 2. Repeat this step for right side. If the heater turns off because of lack of draft during the spillage test, check for the cause and if necessary, seek expert advice. tighten
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INSTALLATION 3) Close the door. The latch plate must be LOG INSTALLATION centered around the alignment pin. See diagram 2. If the latch plate interferes with 3) Place the left front log, carefully sliding it WARNING: Dangerous operating condi- the corner of the stove you may want to down onto the left pins of the front burner. tions may occur if these logs are not po- angle the plate slightly so the door closes See diagram 2. sitioned in their approved locations. Read more easily. th
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INSTALLATION OPTIONAL WALL OPTIONAL REMOTE FINAL CHECK THERMOSTAT CONTROL Before leaving this unit with the customer, the installer must ensure that the appliance is fi ring A wall thermostat may be installed if desired. Use the Regency Remote Control Kit approved correctly. This includes: Connect the wires as per the wiring diagrams on for this unit. Use of other systems may void page 13. Use table on this page to determine your warranty. 1) Clocking the appliance to ensure the cor- t
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INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAM This heater does not require a 120V A.C. sup- Caution: Ensure that the wires do CAUTION: Label all wires prior ply for operation. In case of a power failure, the not touch any hot surfaces and are to disconnection when servicing burner switch and the optional remote control/ away from sharp edges. thermostat will continue to operate. However, controls. Wiring errors can cause a 120V A.C. power supply is needed for the improper and dangerous opera- fan/blower
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5) Wait fi ve minutes to allow gas, that may OPERATING FIRST FIRE have accumulated in the main burner INSTRUCTIONS compartment, to escape. If you do smell The fi rst fi re in your stove is part of the paint gas, follow the instructions on the front of curing process. To ensure that the paint is this manual. If you don't smell gas continue Before operating this appliance, proceed properly cured, it is recommended that you on to the next step. through the following che
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS COPY OF THE LIGHTING PLATE INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING This appliance must be installed in accordance with local codes, if any; if not, follow the current CAN1-B149/ANSI Z 223.1 (Australia: AG601 / New Zealand: NZS 5261) WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury
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MAINTENANCE NORMAL OPERATING MAINTENANCE CAUTION: ANY SAFETY SCREEN OR GUARD REMOVED FOR SOUNDS OF INSTRUCTIONS SERVICING AN APPLIANCE GAS APPLIANCES MUST BE REPLACED PRIOR TO 1) Always turn off the gas valve before cleaning. For re-lighting, refer to lighting instructions. OPERATING THE APPLIANCE. It is possible that you will hear some sounds Keep the burner and control compartment from your gas appliance. This is perfectly normal clean by brushing and vacuuming at least due to the fa
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MAINTENANCE a. tighten top & MITRED DOOR LOG REPLACEMENT bottom outside corner nuts (2) Removing Glass The unit should never be used with broken logs. b. tighten inside Turn off the gas valve and allow the unit to cool nuts (3) Note: Wearing gloves will protect your hands before opening door to carefully remove the c. tighten top & while handling glass. logs. The pilot light generates enough heat to bottom inside burn someone. If for any reason a log should corners (2) 1) Remove t
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MAINTENANCE FAN MAINTENANCE If your fan requires maintenance or replace- 1) Unplug or disconnect power source to IMPORTANT: These fans do collect ment, access to the fan is through the access stove. a lot of dust from within your home. panel on the rear wall of the fi rebox. NOTE: the unit MUST NOT be operated without Ensure you maintain these fan mo- 2) Remove all logs and the rear log support, the fan access panel securely in place and then remove the 6 screws holding the ac- tors on a r
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PARTS LIST MAIN ASSEMBLY Part # Description Part # Description 1) 611-525 Bottom Louver Assy 23) 710-028 Faceplate Mounting Bracket 2) 653-535/02 Top Louver Assy 24) 948-241 Door Latch 9) 590-105 Fan Cover 25) 910-325 Spill Switch 10) 936-196 Fan Cover Gasket 26) 610-576 False Top Assembly 836-220 False Top Insulation 610-517/P Fan Assembly (120 V) 27) 910-142 Thermodisc - Fan Auto/On/Off 11) 910-157/P Fan Motor 28) * Thermodisc Bracket 12) 910-794
