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  • Page 1

    FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNA TIONAL L TD. 6988 V enture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4 918-788 MODELS: U32S-NG5 Natural Gas U32S-LP5 Propane W ARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional information consult an authorized insta[...]

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    2 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert TO THE NEW OWNER Congratulations! Y ou are the owner of a state-of-the-art Gas Insert by FPI. The U32 Sunrise Gas Insert has been designed to provide you with all the warmth and charm of a fi replace, at the fl ick of a switch. The U32S-NG5 and U32S-LP5 have been approved by Warnock Hersey/Intertek for both sa[...]

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    3 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert T ABLE OF CONTENTS OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Operating Instructions ................................................ 22 Lighting Procedure ...................................................... 22 Shutdown Procedure ................................................... 22 First Fire .................................[...]

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    4 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert SAFETY LABEL This is a copy of the label that accompanies each U32S-5 Gas Insert. We have printed a copy of the contents here for your review . The safety label is located on a plate inside the base of the unit visible when the bottom louver is opened. NOTE: FPI units are constantly being improved. Check the lab[...]

  • Page 5

    5 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert REQUIREMENTS 5.08: Modifica tions to NFPA-54, Chapte r 10 (2) Revise 10.8. 3 by adding the fo llowing addit ional requireme nts: (a) For all side wall hor izontally vente d gas fueled equipm ent installed in e very dwelling, building or structure used i n whole or in part for residential pu rposes, inc luding th[...]

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    6 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert UNIT DIMENSIONS[...]

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    7 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert IMPORT ANT MESSAGE SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The FPI Gas Insert must be installed in accordance with these instructions. Carefully read all the instructions in this manual fi rst. Consult the building authority having jurisdiction to determine the need for a permit prior to starting the installation. NOTE: Failu[...]

  • Page 8

    8 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert G K L A B C A B D E C MANUF ACTURED MOBILE HOME ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 1) Ensure that structural members are not cut or weakened during installation. 2) Ensure proper grounding using the #8 ground lug provided. 3) Appliance must be anchored to the fl oor with the supplied anchoring methods. MA TERIALS REQUIRED[...]

  • Page 9

    9 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert VENTING THE APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE CONNECTED TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SER VING A SEP ARA TE SOLID FUEL BURNING APPLIANCE. This appliance is designed to be attached to two 3" (76mm) co-linear aluminium fl ex running the full length of the chimney . The fl ue length must be a minimum length of 8 ' (2.44m) and [...]

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    10 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert 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 from valve at pressures over 1/2 [...]

  • Page 11

    11 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert CONVERSION KIT # 434-969 FROM NG T O LP U32S-5 using SIT 820 NOV A Gas V alve INST ALLA TION THIS CONVERSION MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED GAS FITTER IF IN DOUBT DO NOT DO THIS CONVERSION !! 1) T urn off the gas supply . 2) Remove the glass door . a) Release the two hooks from the bottom of the glass door . b) Sw[...]

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    12 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert INST ALLA TION W ARNING! Do not overtighten the screw . Recommended to grip the wrench by the short side. 13) T urn control knob to the “OFF” position. 14) Remove the black protection cap by hand from the high-low knob (Fig.1). 15) Insert a 5/32” or 4mm Allen wrench into the hexagonal key-way of the screw[...]

  • Page 13

    13 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert INST ALLA TION 4) Connect the DC spark generator wires to the SIT V alve with the screw , which is provided in the kit. 5) Locate the ground lug at the receptical box, left of the unit. 6) Connect one end of the supplied green ground wire to the lug with the nut and washer from the kit. 9) Plug the DC spark gen[...]

  • Page 14

    14 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert The remote control kit comes with a hand held transmitter , a receiver and a wall mounting plate. 1) Choose a convenient location on the wall to install the receiver and the receptacle box (protection from extreme heat is very important). Run wires from the fi replace to that location. Use Thermostat Wire T ab[...]

  • Page 15

    15 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert Piezo Ignitor Black Red To Thermocouple IN Pilot Assembly Thermostat (Optional) (Millivolt) Remote Receiver (Optional) (Millivolt) Remote T ransmitter (Optional) ON OFF Regency Burner ON OFF Ground Neutral Live Black Black Black Red Minimum Convection Air T emp. Switch ON OFF Rotary S peed Control 120V AC Green[...]

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    16 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert For PROP ANE Units and Units Equipped with DC Spark Boxes* *For installation of the DC Spark Box refer to the LP Conversion instructions in this manual. INST ALLA TION[...]

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    17 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert INST ALLA TION GLASS CR YST AL OR OPTIONAL CERAMIC STONES INST ALLA TION ON BURNER Burner shown with Glass Crystals Burner shown with optional Ceramic Stones Spread the supplied Glass Crystals (or optional Ceramic Spa Stones) evenly over the burner . Ensure the crystals (or stones) do not overlap too much as th[...]

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    18 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert INST ALLA TION Diagram 3 Diagram 2 T o remove the fl ush door , reverse the above steps. IMPORT ANT NOTE: The chain must rest on TOP of the gas inlet pipe never under it. Diagram 1b Diagram 1a ST ANDARD FLUSH DOOR The standard fl ush door comes with a black frame. T o install the frame, simply hook the top do[...]

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    19 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert INST ALLA TION F ACEPLA TE AND DOOR FRAME INST ALLA TION 3) Position faceplate on unit lining up screw holes on faceplate with screw holes on unit - secure with 4 screws. Note: Ensure that the fl anges on the sides of the fi rebox are on the outside, when installing the faceplate (see below). Faceplate Flange[...]

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    20 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert 7) Install the door frame by hooking the top fl ange over the top of the glass door . 9) Run supplied 120V power cord along front face of masonry fi replace and plug into nearest receptacle. 10) Slide unit into fi nal position. 8) Lower the door frame gently into place. Completed Faceplate & Door Frame I[...]

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    21 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert INST ALLA TION The Hearth T rim is an option that can be used to fi nish off the installation when the bottom of the fi replace is higher than the hearth or to raise the fi replace. The faceplate is assembled fi rst and then the hearth trim is attached to the faceplate. There are 2 Hearth Trim options; a 2&[...]

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    22 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert The glass panel may require cleaning after the unit has cooled down. DO NOT A TTEMPT TO CLEAN THE GLASS WHILE IT IS HOT . Note: When the glass is cold and the appliance is lit, it may cause condensation and fog the glass. This condensation is normal and will disappear in a few minutes as the glass heats up. DO [...]

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    23 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert COPY OF LIGHTING INSTRUCTION PLA TE OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS slightly different rates which can cause "ticking" and "cracking" sounds. Y ou should also be aware that as there are temperature changes within the unit these sounds will likely re-occur . Again, this is normal for steel fi reboxe[...]

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    24 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert MAINTENANCE GENERAL VENT MAINTENANCE Conduct an inspection of the venting system semi-annually . Recommended areas to inspect as follows: 1) Check the V enting System for corrosion in areas that are exposed to the elements. These will appear as rust spots or streaks, and in extreme cases, holes. These component[...]

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    25 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert F AN MAINTENANCE If your fan requires maintenance or replacement, access to the fan is through the plate on the rear wall of the fi rebox. NOTE: the unit MUST NOT be operated without the fan access panel securely in place. Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnecting when servicing controls. Wiring errors c[...]

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    26 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert 9) Remove the base cover by lifting up from the back and maneover out. Base Cover 14) Remove the fan access plate by undoing the 10 screws shown. 10) Remove the back panel by manoeuvring it up and out of the fi rebbox. as shown below . 11 ) Remove 1 screw holding the clip securing the right side panel 12) Remo[...]

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    27 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert MAINTENANCE 21) Disconnect green ground wire from power cord. REPLACING THE F AN Scrape off the old gasket from the Fan Access Panel, replace and reverse above steps to replace fan Hint : When pushing fan down onto pins - rub a dab of dishsoap on the grommet so it will slide more easily onto the pin. Check to m[...]

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    28 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert 1) Turn the unit off and allow it to cool down to room temperature. 2) Disconnect the power source and turn off the gas supply to the insert. 3) Open the bottom louver. 4) Remove the door frame by lifting out from the bottom and lift up off the glass door . 5) Remove the glass door. a) Remove the 2 hooks shown [...]

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    29 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert MAINTENANCE 10) Remove the valve tray by undoing the 12 screws as shown below . 11 ) Slightly lift out valve tray . 12 ) Disconnect the inlet gas line. 13) Replace valve assembly and gasket, then reverse steps to reinstall new valve assembly .[...]

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    30 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert P ARTS LIST 1) 420-122 Fan Access Panel 2) 420-142 Gasket - Fan Access Panel 422-518/P Fan Assembly: 3) 910-215/P Fan Motor (120 V) 5) 910-750 Power Cord (120 V) 910-752 Wire Harness (intermediate) 7) 910-142 Thermodisc-Fan Auto ON/OFF 8) * Fan Switch Cover 9) * Thermodisc Bracket 10) 420-140 Flue Restrictor 12[...]

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    31 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert P ARTS LIST 1) 910-568 V alve - SIT NG / LP 2) 904-430 Burner Ori fi ce Nat. Gas #42 904-163 Burner Ori fi ce LP # 54 3) 425-010 Pilot Holder 4) 434-031 Pilot Shield Hood 5) 425-007 V alve T ray 425-574/P V alve Assembly NG 425-576/P V alve Assembly LP 6) 425-008 Sunrise burner bracket 7) 420-201 Right V alve[...]

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    32 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert P ARTS LIST F ACEPLA TE AND DOORFRAME 3 1 2 1) 425-512 Door Bottom Assembly 2) 425-513 F rame Inside 3) 425-514 F aceplate Outside 4) 425-942 Hear th T rim 4[...]

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    33 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert NOTES[...]

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    34 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert NOTES[...]

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    35 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert W ARRANTY Regency ® Fireplace Products are designed with reliability and simplicity in mind. In addition, our internal Quality Assurance T eam carefully inspects each unit thoroughly before it leaves our facility . FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd. is pleased to extend this limited lifetime warranty to[...]

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    36 U32S-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert Installer: Please complete the following information Dealer Name & Address: ______________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ Installer: ___________________________________________________________ Phone #: _____________________________________[...]