Regency I31-NG3 - Manual (Page 5)

5 Regency I31-3 Gas Fireplace Inbuilt
INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT:
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
The Regency Gas Fireplace must be installed in
accordance with these instructions. Carefully
read all the instructions in this manual first.
Note: Failure to follow these instructions
could cause a malfunction of the
heater which could result in death,
serious bodily injury, and/or prop-
erty damage. Failure to follow these
instructions may also void your
fire insurance and/or warranty.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
This appliance requires air for proper combus-
tion. Always provide adequate combustion
and ventilation air. Follow instructions and in-
formation in the current AS5601-2004, NZS
5261 or local codes. Consult the "authority
having jurisdiction" to determine the need for a
permit prior to starting the installation.
GAS PIPE TESTING
The appliance must be isolated from the gas
supply piping system by closing its individual
manual shutoff valve during any pressure
testing of the gas supply piping system at test
pressures equal to or less than 3.45 kPa.
Specifications:
Fuel: NG or LPG (see page 7)
Electrical: 240 volt 50 hz system
Fan/Blower:2-speed, 127 CFM
Log Sets: Ceramic fibre
BEFORE YOU START
Installation is to be carried out ONLY by an
authorised person.
1) The appliance shall be installed in accord-
ance with the manufacturer'sinstallation
instructions,local gas fitting regulations,
municipal building codes, water supply
regulations,electrical wiring regulations,
with AS5601-2004.(AGA gas installation
code) NZS 5261(New Zealand)
2) Installation and repair should be done
ONLY by an authorised person.
3) The appliance should be inspected before
use and at least annually by an authorised
service person. More frequent cleaning
may be required due to excessive lint from
carpeting, bedding material, etc. It is imper-
ative that control compartments, burners
and circulating air passageways of the
appliance be kept clean and free from
excessive lint from carpeting.
4) See general construction and assembly
instructions. This appliance may only be
installed in a flued, non-combustible fire-
place. The appliance and flue should be
enclosed when installed or passing through
a living area, where children may come in
contact with it.
5) Always connect this space heater to a
chimney and flue to the outside of the
building envelope. Never flue to another
room. Make sure that the flue is properly
sized and is of adequate height to provide
the proper draft.
6) Inspect the flueing system annually for
blockage and any signs of deterioration.
7) Any safety glass removed for servicing
must be replaced prior to operating the
appliance.
8) To prevent injury, do not allow anyone who
is unfamiliar with the operation to use the
fireplace.
9) Installer must mechanically attach the
supplied label to the inside of the firebox of
the fireplace into which the gas fireplace
insert is installed.
“WARNING: This fireplace has been converted
for use with a gas fireplace insert only and
cannot be used for burning wood or solid fuels
unless all original parts have been replaced,
and the fireplace re-approved by the authority
having jurisdiction.”.
INSTALLATION
CHECKLIST
The Regency Gas Insert is installed as listed
below.
1) Unit Location - check Clearances to Com-
bustibles on page 6.
2) Make the gas connections (see page 6).
3) Install the flue or liner to the sliding draft
diverter. See page 7.
4) Install Flueing, page 7. Slide the unit into the
fireplace. Attach draft diverter to the insert.
5) Test gas pressure, page 7. Check aeration,
page 7.
6) Test for flue spillage, page 7.
7) Install the optional brick panels. See page
8.
8) Install the log set. See page 8.
9) Assemble and install the faceplate and trim.
See page 10.
10) Install the glass front (page 10) and optional
Bay Front (page 11).
11) Install both louvres, flush (page 10) or Bay
(page 11).
12) Install Optional Remote Control and Option-
al Wall Thermostat, page 15.
13) Final check: Before leaving this unit with
the customer, the installer must ensure that
the appliance is firing correctly. This in-
cludes:
a) Clocking the appliance to ensure the
correct firing rate.
b) Adjusting the primary air, if required, to
ensure that the flame does not carbon.
See page 7.
c) Ensuring that the appliance is flueing
correctly. See page 7.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
No electric power supply is required for the gas
control to operate. A 240 Volt AC power cord
is hooked up to the fan switch and blower. Plug
3 wire cord into a suitable receptacle. Do not
cut the ground terminal off under any circum-
stances.
When connected with 240 volts, the appliance
must be electrically grounded in accordance
with local codes.
Note: This unit is equipped with a heat
sensor thermodisc which will
prevent the blower from operat-
ing until the unit reaches the cor-
rect temperature.