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  • Page 1

    FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. 6988 Venture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4 918-177c MODELS: P48-NG Natural Gas P48-LP Propane P48 Gas Fireplace WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store o[...]

  • Page 2

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 2 To the New Owner: Congratulations! Y ou are the owner of a state-of-the-art Gas Fireplace by REGENCY. The P48 has been designed to provide you with all the warmth and charm of a wood fireplace at the flick of a switch. The model P48 has been approved by W arnock Hersey for both safety and effic[...]

  • Page 3

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 3 T ABLE OF CONTENTS Flush Trim ................................................................. 2 8 Bay Door ................................................................... 2 9 Bay Trim ................................................................... 2 9 Bay Louvers .....................[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 4 This is a copy of the label that accompanies each P48-NG and P48-LP Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace. We have printed a copy of the contents here for your review. The safety label is located on the front inside base of the unit, visible when the bottom louver is open. NOTE: Regency unit[...]

  • Page 5

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 5 INST ALLA TION IMPORT ANT : SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The P48-NG /P48-LP Direct Vent Fireplace must be installed in accordance with these instruc- tions. Carefully read all the instructions in this manual first. Consult the "authority having juris- diction" to determine the need for a [...]

  • Page 6

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 6 INST ALLA TION Diagram 1 UNIT SPECIFICA TIONS This includes: 1) Clocking the appliance to ensure the correct firing rate (rate noted on label 51,000 (NG) Btu/h, 48,000 (LP) Btu/h) after burning ap- pliance for 15 minutes. 2) If required, adjusting the primary air to en- sure that the flame does[...]

  • Page 7

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 7 INST ALLA TION The HeatWave Duct Kit and the Heat Release Kit have different clear- ance and framin require- ments, check the Heat- Wave and Heat Release manual for details. Heat Release Kit CLEARANCES The clearances listed below are Minimum distances unless otherwise stated: A major cause of c[...]

  • Page 8

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 8 MANTELS Because of the extreme heat this fireplace emits, the mantel clearances are critical. Combustible mantel clearances from louver are shown in the diagram below. Note: A non-combustible mantel may be installed at a lower height if the framing is made of metal studs covered with a non- com[...]

  • Page 9

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 9 INST ALLA TION Note: 43" (1092mm) is the minimum height for flex termination and Simpson Dura-Vent terminations. Diagram 1 1) Determine the total thickness of facing material (eg. drywall plus ceramic tiles) to allow the finished surface to be flush with the front of the unit. Total facing[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10 VENTING INTRODUCTION The P48 uses the "balanced flue" technology Co Axial system. The inner liner vents products of combustion to the outside while the outer liner draws outside combustion air into the combustion chamber thereby eliminating the need to use heated room air for combust[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 11 INST ALLA TION EXTERIOR VENT TERMINA TION REQUIREMENTS . B B B B A C V V V V V V V A A V Fixed Fixed Openable Closed Closed Openable N L B E B M D F K H j V ertical T ermination V V ent terminal Area where terminal is not permited A Air supply outlet 24" V A G Inside corner detail V 24&qu[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 12 VENTING Regency Direct Vent System (Flex) Horizontal Terminations Only These venting systems, in combination with the P48 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace, have been tested and listed as a direct vent heater system by Warnock Hersey. The location of the termination cap must conform to the requirement[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 13 INST ALLA TION SIMPSON DURA-VENT VENTING Horizontal or Vertical Terminations The Simpson Dura-Vent Direct Vent System offers a complete line of component parts for installation of both horizontal and vertical installations. Many items are offered in decorative black, as well as galvanized fini[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 14 INST ALLA TION VENTING ARRANGEMENTS - HORIZONT AL TERMINA TIONS SIMPSON DURA-VENT DIRECT VENT GS SYSTEM and REGENCY DIRECT VENT SYSTEM (FLEX) (Propane & Natural Gas) The diagram shows all allowable combinations of vertical runs with horizontal terminations, using one 45 o and one 90 o elbo[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 15 INST ALLA TION Horizontal Venting with Two (2) 90 o Elbows Option V H + H1 A) 1' Min. 3' Max. B) 2' Min. 4' Max. C) 3' Min. 5' Max. D) 4' Min. 6' Max. E) 5' Min. 7' Max. F) 6' Min. 8' Max. Horizontal Venting with Two (2) 90 o Elbows O[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 16 INST ALLA TION Horizontal Venting with Three (3) 90 o Elbows Option V H V + V 1 H + H1 A) 2' Min. 1' Max. 3' Min. 4' Max. B) 3' Min. 2' Max. 4' Min. 5' Max. C) 4' Min. 3' Max. 6' Min. 6' Max. D) 5' Min. 4' Max. 8' Min. [...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 17 INST ALLA TION Vertical Venting with Three (3) 90 o Elbows Option V H + H1 V + V1 A) 2' Min. 3' Max. 4' Min. B) 3' Min. 4' Max. 6' Min. C) 4' Min. 5' Max. 7' Min. D) 5' Min. 6' Max. 8' Min. E) 6' Min. 7' Max. 9' Min. F)[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 18 INST ALLA TION • Vent must be supported at offsets. • Firestops are required at each floor level and whenever passing through a wall. • Maintain clearances to combustibles. Note: Must use optional flue adapter when using Simpson Dura-Vent pipe (Part # 510-994). VENTING ARRANGEMENTS - VER[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 19 INST ALLA TION The P48 is approved for a maximum 40 ft. straight vertical, with Simpson Dura-Vent Direct Vent GS vent systems for Propane and Natural Gas, as per diagram. The shaded area in the diagram shows all allowable combinations of straight vertical and offset to vertical terminations wi[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 20 Diagram 7 Diagram 6 9) Install wall thimble in the center of the 11" (279mm) square and attach with wood screws (Diagram 7). Diagram 5 6 ) The arrow on the vent cap should be pointing up. Insure that the 1-1/4"(32mm) clearances to combustible materials are maintained (Diagram 5). Ins[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 21 INST ALLA TION 6) Continue to assemble pipe lengths. Note: If a n offset is necessary in the attic to avoid obstructions, it is impor- tant to support the vent pipe every 3 feet (0.9 meter), to avoid exces- sive stress on the elbows, and possible separation. Wall straps are available for this [...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 22 INST ALLA TION 4) Separate the 2 halves of the wall thimble and securely fasten the one with the tabs to the outside wall making sure that the tabs are on top and bottom. Fasten the other thimble half to the inside wall. The thimble halves slip inside each other and can be adjusted for 2 x 4 o[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 23 INST ALLA TION GAS PIPE PRESSURE TESTING The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut-off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig. (3.45 kPa). Disconnect piping [...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 24 BRICK P ANELS INST ALLA TION INST ALLA TION 1) Unhook the 2 spring loaded hooks from the bottom of the flush door and lift the Flush Front off the unit. 2) Unwrap the brick pattern panels from the protective wrapping. Note: The logs must not be in the unit. a) Loosen the two screws from the bo[...]

  • Page 25

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 25 Read the instructions below carefully and refer to the diagrams. If logs are broken do not use the unit until they are replaced. Broken logs can interfere with the pilot operation. The gas log kit (Part # 370-930) contains the following pieces: a ) 02-83 Center Cross Log 902-338 b ) 02-84 Righ[...]

  • Page 26

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 26 INST ALLA TION 7 ) Place Log 02-83 onto the pin in Log 02-88 and position the notch on the bottom of the log into the 4th grate post. 6 ) Embers should be placed in front of Log 02-85 and Log 02-86. 02-88 02-85 02-86 02-83 02-83 02-85 02-86 Embers Rest log onto the pin in Log 02-88. 4th Grate [...]

  • Page 27

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 27 INST ALLA TION 10 ) Place Log 02-90 onto the right side of the grate. Position the cut-out on the underside of the log onto the grate bar. Cut-out on the underside of the log. Position the cut-out onto the grate bar. 11 ) Place Log 02-87 on the middle left side of the burner. Position the bott[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 28 INST ALLA TION Diagram 1 Diagram 3 ST ANDARD FLUSH DOOR The standard flush door comes with a black frame. To install the frame, simply hook the top door flange onto the top of the unit and swing the door towards the unit, diagram 1. Diagram 2 NOTE: Springs must always be OVER not under the gas[...]

  • Page 29

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 29 BA Y LOUVERS 1) Install top louver by sliding the two bracket clips into the brackets located on top of the bay door. See below. The fitted louver leaves a small gap between faceplate bottom and louver top. Diagram 4 Diagram 3 Optional Bay Trim Attach the supplied magnets each to the back of t[...]

  • Page 30

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 30 OPTIONAL FINISHING TRIM NOTE: Remove both the Flush Louvers or Bay Louvers and the Flush Front or Bay Front prior to installing the Finishing Trim. 1) Install the Finishing Trim sides as shown in the diagram, line up the holes in the side trim with the holes in the firebox side. 2) Secure with[...]

  • Page 31

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 31 Can be used with Option 1 or 3 but not both. 1) Run the supplied 15' of wire through the back 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 Table. 2) Connect the wire to t[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 32 INST ALLA TION WIRING DIAGRAM CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. No electrical power supply is required for the gas control to operate. 120 Volt AC power is needed for the fan switch and blower. The[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 33 INST ALLA TION INST ALLING THE OPTIONAL F AN 120 Volt AC power is needed for the fan switch and blower. The fan can be hard wired if desired. The receptacle box should be installed on the left hand side of the unit by a qualified electrician. The neutral (wider) slot of the po- larized recepta[...]

  • Page 34

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 34 CONVERSION KIT FROM NA TURAL GAS T O PROP ANE MODEL #370-969 FOR P48 USING SIT 820 NOV A GAS VAL VE THIS CONVERSION MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED GAS FITTER IF IN DOUBT DO NOT DO THIS CONVERSION !! 5) Pull off the pilot cap to expose the pilot orifice. 6) Unscrew the pilot orifice with the allen[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 35 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 p[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 36 Copy of the Lighting Plate Instructions NORMAL OPERA TING SOUNDS OF GAS APPLIANCES It is possible that you will hear some sounds from your gas appliance. This is perfectly normal due to the fact that there are various gauges and types of steel used within your appliance. Listed below are some [...]

  • Page 37

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 37 LOG REPLACEMENT The unit should never be used with broken logs. Turn off the gas valve and allow the unit to cool before opening door and carefully remove the logs. (The pilot light generates enough heat to burn someone.) If for any reason a log should need replacement, you must use the proper[...]

  • Page 38

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 38 CAUTION: Wear gloves when re- moving damaged or broken glass. Bay Glass Replacement 1) Remove the door from the unit and place on a soft surface to prevent scratching. 2) Remove the nuts holding the glass clips in place and remove. 3) Replace the glass. The glass must have gasketing around it.[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 39 MAINTENANCE 6) Remove the burner by removing the screw on the left side and then slide the burner to the left and lift out. 7) Remove the right and left side deflectors by removing the 2 screws on each deflector. REMOVING V AL VE 1 ) Shut off the gas supply. 2) Remove the louvers (and bay door[...]

  • Page 40

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 40 P ARTS LIST P48 MAIN ASSEMBL Y Part # Description Part # Description 1 ) 948-259 Door Handle 3 ) 948-046 Chain 4 ) 948-115 Spring 6 ) 430-129 Receptacle Box Mount 7 ) 910-429 Box - Receptacle 8 ) 910-428 Duplex Receptacle 9 ) 910-430 Cover - Receptacle 10) 904-687 Clamp Connector 20) 370-037 T[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 41 P ARTS LIST HEA T RELEASE DUCT KIT 42 48 49 46 24 105 106 101 20 21 21 24 27 30 28 30 29 50 23 23 22 97 98 100 99 95 96 93 89 92 90 102 91 93 94 47 38 43 35 4 3 1 8 7 9 10 6 HEA T WA VE DUCT KIT HEA T WA VE DUCT KIT DOORS & LOUVERS PLEASE REFER SEP ARA TE SECTION 51 52 53 54 56 55 57[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 42 P ARTS LIST P48 BURNER & LOG ASSEMBL Y Part # Description 370-574/P Valve Assembly - Natural Gas 370-576/P Valve Assembly - Propane 52 ) * Gasket - Valve Access Plate 56) 910-190 Pi ezo Ig nito r & Nu t 57) 910-378 Valve S.I.T. - Natural Gas 910-380 Valve S.I.T. - Propane 66) 910-038 P[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 43 P ARTS LIST P48 FLUSH DOOR & LOUVERS Part # Description Part # Description 370-925 Flush Louvers (Set) - Steel/Black 370-924 Flush Louvers (Set) - Black 370-926 Flush Louvers (Set) - Gold/Black 133) * Flush Louver Assembly - Top 134) * Flush Louver Assembly - Bottom 370-518/P Flush Door As[...]

  • Page 44

    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 44 P ARTS LIST P48 BA Y FRONT & LOUVERS 370-931 Bay Front Complete with Glass & Black Trim 370-932 Bay Front Screen & Black Trim 106) 940-337/P Side Glass 107) 936-243 Glass Gasket 108) 940-336/P Center Glass 111) 902-362 Brick Panel - Left Side Bay 112) 902-363 Brick Panel - Right Si[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 45 NOTES _____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ _____________________[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 46 NOTES _____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ _____________________[...]

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    Regency P48 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 47 W ARRANTY Regency Fireplace Products are designed with reliability and simplicity in mind. In addition, our internal Quality Assurance Team carefully inspects each unit thoroughly before it leaves our facility. FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd. is pleased to extend this limited lifetim[...]

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    Installer: Please complete the following information Dealer Name & Address: ______________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ Installer: ___________________________________________________________ Phone #: ___________________________________________________________ Date Installed: [...]