Regency P36-LPG4 manual

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    Models: P36-NG4 P36-LPG4 Owners & Installation PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Manual 08/16/07 LISTINGS AND CODE APPROV ALS These gas appliances have been tested in accordance with AS4553-2000, NZS 5262 and have been certifi ed by the Australian Gas Association for installation and operation as described in these Installati[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 2 T O THE NEW OWNER: Congratulations! Y ou are the owner of a state-of-the-art Gas Log Fireplace by FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNA TIONAL. The P36 has been designed to provide you with all the warmth and charm of a wood fi replace at the fl ick of a switch. The model P36 has been approved by the Australian Gas A[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 3 T ABLE OF CONTENTS OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Optional Fan ................................................................ 30 Operating Instructions ................................................. 30 Normal Operating Sounds Of Gas Appliances ............ 31 Shutdown Procedure ....................................[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 4 DA T A BADGE This is a copy of the label that accompanies each P36 Zero Clearance Room Sealed Gas Fireplace. We have printed a copy of the contents here for your review . (Australia Only) The label is located on the front inside base of the unit, visible when the bottom louvre is open. DA T A BADGE NOTE: Regency[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 5 INST ALLA TION CHECKLIST 1) Locate appliance a) Locate Y our Gas Fireplace b) Clearances c) Combustible Mantels d) Framing & Finishing 2) Assemble T op Standoffs and T op Facing Support and Side Nailing Strips, refer to section "Unit Assembly Prior to Installation". (NOTE: must be done before insta[...]

  • Page 6

    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 6 INST ALLA TION Clearances for Bay or Flush Front NOTE: The minimum fl oor clearance must be maintained from the top surface of the carpeting, tile, etc. Minimum Clearance from T op of Unit to: Mantel* Minimum 7" (177mm) Ceiling from top of unit. 32" (1016mm) Side W all Clearance Bay or Flush Front 6&q[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 7 Because of the extreme heat this fi replace emits, the mantel clearances are critical. Combustible mantel clearances from top of unit are shown in Diagrams 1 & 2. COMBUSTIBLE MANTELS These drawings are to scale at 1:6 (one inch = 6 inches) Mantel can be installed anywhere in shaded area or higher using the [...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 8 152m m Si de Wa l l 127m m 51m m Ma n t el l eg Ma n t el l eg P3 6 Fi re p l ace Al l ow abl e m ant el l eg pr oj ect i on. 76m m 38m m INST ALLA TION Note: 40-1/2" (1029mm) is the minimum height for both fl ex termination or Simpson Dura-V ent fl ueing. Note: T h e unit does not have to be completely e[...]

  • Page 9

    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 9 "C" Screw Position: For a facing material depth of 1-1/4" (32mm), the top facing support must be reversed. UNIT ASSEMBL Y PRIOR T O INST ALLA TION The T op Facing Support, the Side Nailing Strips and the 2 T op Standoffs must be correctly positioned and attached to the top before unit is slipped i[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 10 INST ALLA TION EXTERIOR FLUE TERMINA TION LOCA TIONS Minimum clearances required for balanced fl ue terminals or the fl ue terminals of outdoor appliances according to AS5601-2004 (AGA gas installation code) or NZS 5261 (New Zealand) Minimum Clearance (mm) a Below eaves, balconies or other projections: - Appl[...]

  • Page 11

    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 11 INST ALLA TION FLUEING Regency ® Direct V ent System (Flex) Horizontal T erminations Only These fl ueing systems, in combination with the P36 Room Sealed Gas Fireplace, have been tested and listed as a Direct V ent type fl ue system by the Australian Gas Association. The location of the termination cap must [...]

  • Page 12

    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 12 INST ALLA TION Simpson Dura-V ent Co-Axial Flue GS SIMPSON DURA-VENT FLUEING COMPONENTS LIST All Simpson Dura-V ent components are available directly from Regency ® . Part # Description Part # Description Part # Description SIMPSON DURA-VENT FLUEING Horizontal or V ertical T erminations The Simpson Dura-V ent [...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 13 INST ALLA TION FLUEING ARRANGEMENTS - HORIZONT AL TERMINA TIONS SIMPSON DURA-VENT DIRECT VENT GS SYSTEM and REGENCY ® DIRECT VENT SYSTEM (FLEX) (LPG & NG) The diagram shows all allowable combinations of vertical runs with horizontal terminations, using one 90 o elbow (two 45 o elbows equal one 90 o elbow).[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 14 FLUEING ARRANGEMENTS - HORIZONT AL TERMINA TIONS SIMPSON DURA-VENT DIRECT FLUE GS SYSTEM and REGENCY ® CO AXIAL FLUE SYSTEM (FLEX) (LPG & NG) The diagram below shows examples of horizontal termination arrangements using two 90 o elbows (two 45 o elbows equal one 90 o elbow). Note: 1) A maximum of two 90 o [...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 15 INST ALLA TION FLUEING ARRANGEMENTS - VERTICAL TERMINA TIONS SIMPSON DURA-VENT CO AXIAL FLUE GS SYSTEM (LPG & NG) The P36 is approved for a 23 ft. (7.0m) vertical, with a maximum 12 ft. (3.7m) horizontal offset using two 90 o elbows (two 45 o elbows equal one 90 o elbow) with Simpson Dura-V ent Co Axial Flu[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 16 The P36 is approved for a 37 ft. (1 1.3m) straight vertical, with Simpson Dura-V ent Co Axial Flue GS fl ue systems for LPG and NG, as per the diagram 3. The shaded area in the diagram 3 shows all allowable combinations of straight vertical and offset to vertical terminations with Simpson Dura- V ent Co Axial [...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 17 INST ALLA TION Diagram 5 8) Slide the appliance and fl ue assembly towards the wall carefully inserting the fl ue pipe into the fl ue cap assembly . It is important that the fl ue pipe extends into the fl ue cap suffi cient distance so as to result in a minimum pipe overlap of 1-1/4 inches. Secure the con[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 18 Offset Chart Galvanized pipe is desirable above the roofl ine due to its higher corrosion resistance. Continue to add pipe sections through the fl ashing until the height of the fl ue cap meets the minimum height requirements specifi ed in Diagram 5 or local codes. Note that for steep roof pitches, the vert[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 19 Conversion Kit #513-968 from NG to LPG THIS CONVERSION MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED GAS FITTER IF IN DOUBT DO NOT DO THIS CONVERSION !! 1) Shut off the gas supply . 2) Remove the louvers (and bay door if it is installed). 3) Open the fl ush door and remove the door . 4) Remove the logs and embers (if used). 5) [...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 20 GAS PIPE PRESSURE TESTING The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut-off valve d uring any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig. (3.45 kP a) . Disconnect piping from valve at pressures over 3[...]

  • Page 21

    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 21 OPTIONAL BRICK P ANELS 1) Undo the bottom 2 door latches and open and remove glass door . Remove logs. Note: The logs must not be in the unit. 2) Insert the back brick panel fi rst by carefully slipping it between the back wall of the fi rebox and the rear log bracket. 4) Light the pilot and turn the valve to[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 22 9) Place Log 02-52 between Logs 02-51 and 02-49 and on the indentation on Log 02-54. The bottom right end sits behind the rear grate tab. Log indentation Photo shows rear grate tab. Log 02-51 was removed to show the positioning of Log 02-52. Rear Grate Ta b 02-52 02-49 02-51 02-54 02-52 02-54 5th Grate T ab Rea[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 23 ST ANDARD FLUSH DOOR Diagram 3 Use the hook to pull the spring out until you can put the hook into the slot on the bottom door bracket. Repeat for 2nd spring. See diagram 3. Diagram 2 The standard fl ush door comes with a black frame. T o install the frame, simply hook the top door fl ange onto the top of the[...]

  • Page 24

    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 24 1) Unplug the power source. 2) Remove the top louver (if fi tted) by carefully pulling it out. 3) Install the premium fl ush front top louver in place by sliding the louver tabs into the louver brackets on the inside top of the fi rebox. Louver T ab 4) Open the bottom louver . Premium Flush Front T op Louver[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 25 9) Connect the female connecter on the white wire to the TH terminal of the valve. 10) Remove the thermodisc cover from the thermodisc plate by undoing the 2 screws and then remove the wire grommet. Thermodisc Cover Thermodisc Plate Grommet 11 ) T ake the white wire from the kit and the red wire from the burner[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 26 18) Install the supplied hinge to the hinge bracket using 2 screws. 20) Secure loose wires using wire clips to the base of the fi rebox as far back as possible. 23) Align the bottom louver mounting tab with hinges on the left and right side and secure using 2 screws on each side. 24) Plug in power source. 25) [...]

  • Page 27

    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 27 Option 1: W ALL SWITCH 1) Run supplied 15' of wire through the right or left side gas inlet opening. Be careful not to damage wire. Note: We recommend a maximum of 15' of wire but if you wish to go with a longer run, use the Thermostat Wire T able. 2) Connect wire to supplied wall switch and install i[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 28 WIRING CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. This heater does not require a 240V A.C. supply for the gas control to operate. A 240V A.C. power supply is needed for the fan/blower operation. Caution: Ensure that the wire[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 29 WIRING WITH PREMIUM FLUSH FRONT OPTION INST ALLA TION[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 30 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 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 in the door frame is properly positioned[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 31 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS During the fi rst few fi res, a white fi lm may develop on the glass front as part of the curing process. The glass should be cleaned or the fi lm will bake on and become very diffi cult to remove. Use a non-abrasive cleaner and NEVER clean the glass while it is hot. NORMAL OPERA TI[...]

  • Page 32

    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 32 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 1) Always turn off the gas valve before cleaning. For relighting, refer to lighting instructions. Keep the burner and control compartment clean by brushing and vacuuming at least once a year . When cleaning the logs, use a soft clean paint brush as the logs are fragile and easily damage[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 33 MAINTENANCE 3) Check for evidences of excessive condensation, such as water droplets forming in the inner liner , and subsequently dripping out the joints, Continuous condensation can cause corrosion of caps, pipe, and fi ttings. It may be caused by having excessive lateral runs, too many elbows, and exterior [...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 34 10) Undo the pilot tube from the valve with a 7/16" spanner . 11 ) Undo the quick drop out thermocouple nut on the valve with a 9mm (metric) spanner . 12) Remove the Piezo igniter wire and push button assembly . 13) Undo the "gas out" fl are nut with a 13/16" spanner . 14) Undo the "ga[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 35 34 BR I CK P AN EL SET 31 30 21 20 14 22 24 28 27 4 3 7 6 8 23 23 30 17 D OOR S & L O U VER S PL EASE 33 35 RE F E R SEP AR A T E SEC T I ON 1 14 2 15 21 37 36 24 10 9 P ARTS LIST MAIN ASSEMBL Y Part # Description 1) 910-142 Thermodisc-Fan Auto ON/OFF 2) * Thermodisc Bracket 3) 948-045 Chain 4) 948-025 Spri[...]

  • Page 36

    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 36 BURNER ASSEMBL Y & LOG SET Part # Description P ARTS LIST 513-560/P V alve Assy - NG 513-562/P V alve Assy - LPG 52) * V alve Tray -NG 53) 430-055 Gasket - V alve Access Plate 54) 910-421 Pilot ON/OFF 3" Extension Knob 55) 910-422 HI/LOW 3" Extension Knob 57) 910-478 S.I.T . V alve - NG/LPG 58) * [...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 37 P ARTS LIST BA Y FRONT ASSEMBL Y Part # Description Part # Description 780-931 Bay Front Complete 103) 940-092/P Side Glass 107) 936-243 Glass Gasket - Soft Fibre Black 108) 940-094/P Center Glass 1 1 1) 780-905 Brick Panel Inlay - Rustic Brown Bay 780-906 Brick Panel Inlay - Old T own Red Bay 780-938 Bay Front[...]

  • Page 38

    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 38 138 132 152 150 148 146 136 135 158 159 160 157 161 139 FLUSH FRONT ACCESSORIES Part # Description P ARTS LIST 132) 512-518 Flush Door Assembly 135) 940-090/P Glass (Flush) 136) 936-155 Glass Gasket (T adpole) 904-691 U-Clip (each) 510-920 Flush Louvres - Gold/Black 510-921 Flush Louvres - Brass/Black 510-922 F[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 39 P ARTS LIST PREMIUM FLUSH FRONT ASSEMBL Y Part # Description 516-916 Premium Flush Front - Black 513-948 Wiring 910-975 Thermodisc 180) * T op Louver 181) * Bottom Louver 182) * Thermodisc Mounting Bracket 183) * Spacers *Not available as a replacement part.[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 40 513-971 Cast Faceplates (Set) - Black Metallic 201) * Cast Faceplate - Right 202) * Cast Faceplate - T op 203) * Cast Faceplate - Left 513-991 Cast Grills (Set) - Black Metallic (Aust. only 240 volt) 204) * Cast Grill - T op 205) * Cast Grill - Bottom 513-976 Cast Faceplates (Set) - Black Enamel 201) * Cast Fac[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 41 NOTES ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ______________________________________________[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 42 NOTES ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ______________________________________________[...]

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    Regency ® P36-4 Gas Log Fireplace 43 W ARRANTY Regency ® Fireplace Products are designed with reliability and simplicity in mind. In addition, our internal Quality Assurance T eam care fully inspects each unit thoroughly before it leaves our door . FPI is pleased to extend this limited lifetime warranty to the origi nal purchaser of a Regency ® [...]

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