Regency Official Manual for Fireplace - Installation Guidelines and Safety Information

INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT MESSAGE

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

TheP42-NG/P42-LP Direct Vent Fireplace must beinstalledinaccordancewiththeseinstructions. Carefully read all the instructions in this manual first. Consult the "authority having jurisdiction" to determine the need for a permit prior to starting the installation. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure this fi replace is installed in compliance with manufacturers instructions and all applicable codes.

BEFORE YOU START

Safe installation and operation of this appliance requires common sense, however, we are required by the Canadian Safety Standards and ANSI Standards to make you aware of the following:

INSTALLATION AND REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSON. THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE INSPECTED BEFORE USE AND AT LEAST ANNUALLY BY A PROFESSIONALSERVICEPERSON. MORE FREQUENT CLEANING MAY BE REQUIRED DUE TO EXCESSIVE LINT FROM CARPETING, BEDDING MATERIAL, ETC. IT IS IMPERATIVE THATCONTROLCOMPARTMENTS, BURNERS AND CIRCULATING AIR PASSAGEWAYS OF THE APPLIANCE BE KEPT CLEAN.

DUETOHIGHTEMPERATURES,THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE LOCATED OUT OF TRAFFICAND AWAY FROM FURNITURE AND DRAPERIES.

WARNING: FAILURE TO INSTALL THISAPPLIANCECORRECTLYWILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSE A SERIOUS HOUSE FIRE.

CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BEALERTED TO THE HAZARDS OF HIGH SURFACE TEMPERATURES, ESPECIALLY THE FIREPLACE GLASS, AND SHOULD STAY AWAY TO AVOID BURNS OR CLOTHING IGNITION.

YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE CAREFULLY SUPERVISED WHEN THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM AS THE APPLIANCE.

CLOTHINGOROTHERFLAMMABLE MATERIALSHOULDNOTBEPLACED ON OR NEAR THE APPLIANCE.

GENERAL SAFETY

INFORMATION

1)The appliance installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the current Canadian or National Gas Codes, CAN1-B149 or ANSI Z223.1 Installation Codes.

2)The appliance when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes with the current National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code.

3)See general construction and assembly instructions. The appliance and vent should be enclosed.

4)This appliance must be connected to the specifi ed vent and termination cap to the outside of the building envelope. Never vent to another room or inside a building. Make sure that the vent is fi tted as per Venting instructions.

5)Inspect the venting system annually for blockage and any signs of deterioration.

6)Venting terminals shall not be recessed into a wall or siding.

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 fi replace.

9)Wearglovesandsafetyglassesforprotection while doing required maintenance.

10)Be aware of electrical wiring locations in walls and ceilings when cutting holes for termination.

11)Under no circumstances should this appliance be modifi ed. Parts that have to be removed for servicing should be replaced prior to operating this appliance.

12)Installation and any repairs to this appliance should be done by an authorized service person.Aprofessionalservicepersonshould be called to inspect this appliance annually. Make it a practice to have all of your gas appliances checked annually.

13)Do not slam shut or strike the glass door.

14)Under no circumstances should any solid fuels (wood, paper, cardboard, coal, etc.) be used in this appliance.

15)The appliance area must be kept clear and free of combustible materials, (gases and other fl ammable vapours and liquids).

Emissions from burning wood or gas could contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

INSTALLATION

CHECKLIST

1)Locate appliance, refer to the following sections:

a)Locating Your Gas Fireplace

b)Clearances

c)Mantels

d)Mantels Legs Clearance

e)Framing and Finishing

2)Assemble Top Facing Support and Side Nailing Strips, see the "Top Assembly & Nailing Strips" section. NOTE: must be done before installing unit into fireplace.

3)Install venting, refer to the "Venting" section.

4)Make gas and electrical connections. Test the pilot. Must be as per diagram. See the "Pilot Adjustment" section.

5)Test Gas Pressure. Refer to the "Gas Pipe Pressure Testing" section.

6)Install standard and optional features. Refer to the following sections where applicable:

a. Brick Panels b. Log Set

c. Standard Flush Door d. Flush Louvers

e. Double Screen Door f. Bay Door

g. Bay Louvers

h. Full Screen Front i. Remote Control j. Wall Switch

k. Wall Thermostat

11)Final check.

Before leaving this unit with the customer, the installer must ensure that the appliance is

firing correctly and operation fully explained to customer.

6 Regency® P42-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace