Regency Fireplace Products Alterra CI1150 Quick start guide

FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. 6988 Venture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4
920-160a
CI1150
Alterra®
Wood Insert
01.06.21
Owner's & Installation Manual
Tested by:
Installer: Please complete the details on the back cover
and leave this manual with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Please keep these instructions for future reference.
Project No.
0219WN027S

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Thank-you for purchasing a
REGENCY FIREPLACE PRODUCT.
The pride of workmanship that goes into each of our products will give you years of trouble-free enjoyment. Should you have any questions about
your product that are not covered in this manual, please contact the REGENCY DEALER in your area.
“This wood heater has a manufacturer set minimum low burn rate that must not be altered. It is against federal regulations to alter this
setting or otherwise operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual.” Failure to follow
the manual details can lead to smoke and CO emissions spilling into the home. It is recommended to have monitors in areas that are
expected to generate CO such as heater fueling areas.
“U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY Certified to comply with 2020 particulate emission standards using cord wood.”
Model Regency CI1150 – 1.7g /hr.
“This manual describes the installation and operation of the Regency CI1150 wood heater. This heater meets the 2020 U.S. Environmental Pro-
tection Agency’s cord wood emission limits for wood heaters. Under specific test conditions this heater has been shown to deliver heat at rates
ranging from 12,800 BTU/hr to 39,100 BTU/hr. Efficiency is determined using the B415 method resulting in lower and higher heat values. This
heater generates the best efficiency when operated using well-seasoned wood and installed in the main living areas where the majority of the
chimney is within the building envelope.
It is against federal regulation to operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual."
"This heater is designed to burn natural wood only. Higher efficiencies and lower emissions generally result when burning air dried seasoned
hardwoods, as compared to softwoods or to green or freshly cut hardwoods."
DO NOT BURN:
• Treated wood • Lawn clippings or yard waste • Manure or animal remains
• Coal • Materials containing rubber including tires • Saltwater driftwood or other previously salt
water saturated materials
• Garbage • Materials containing plastic • Unseasoned wood
• Cardboard • Waste petroleum products , paints or paint thinners or asphalt
products
• Paper products, cardboard, plywood or par-
ticle board. The prohibition against burning
these materials does not prohibit the use
of fire starters made from paper, cardboard,
saw dust, wax and similar substances for the
purpose of starting a fire in a wood heater.
• Solvents • Materials containing asbestos
• Colored Paper • Construction or demolition debris
• Trash • Railroad ties
Burning these materials may result in release of toxic fumes or render the heater ineffective and cause smoke.
The authority having jurisdiction (such as Municipal Building Department, Fire Department, Fire Prevention Bureau, etc.) should be
consulted before installation to determine the need to obtain a permit.
This unit must be connected to either a listed factory built chimney suitable for use with solid fuels and conforming to, ULC629 in Canada or UL-
103HT in the United States of America. or code approved masonry chimney with flue liner.
CI1150 is tested and certified to ULC S628-93, and UL1482-2011 (R2015).
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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table of contents
Safety Decal
Copy of the Safety Decal ......................................................4
Dimensions
Unit Dimensions ................................................................... 5
Optional Backing Plate Dimensions ..................................... 6
Installation
Masonry And Factory Built Fireplace Clearances ............... 7
Fireplace Specifications ........................................................ 7
Installation Into a Masonry Fireplace .................................... 8
Before Installing Your Insert .................................................. 8
Chimney Specifications ........................................................ 8
Installation Into a Factory Built Fireplace .............................. 9
Altering the Fireplace ........................................................... 9
Draft ...................................................................................... 9
Installing Your Insert ........................................................... 10
Optional Flue Connector Kit ............................................... 10
Cast Faceplate Installation ................................................. 11
3-piece Backing Plate Installation ....................................... 14
Brick Installation ................................................................. 15
Baffle Installation ................................................................ 16
Stainless Steel Smoke Deflector Installation ...................... 17
Operating Instructions
Seasoned Wood ................................................................. 18
Operating Instructions ........................................................ 19
Draft Control ....................................................................... 19
First Fire ............................................................................. 19
Fan Operation .....................................................................20
Cord Reversal .....................................................................20
Maintenance
Ash Disposal .......................................................................21
Safety Guidelines and Warnings ........................................21
Maintenance .......................................................................22
Creosote .............................................................................22
Wood Storage .....................................................................22
Door Gasket .......................................................................23
Glass Cleaning ...................................................................23
Door Removal .....................................................................23
Glass Replacement ............................................................23
Handle Replacement ..........................................................24
Door Catch Adjustment ......................................................24
Fan Maintenance ................................................................24
Fan Removal ......................................................................25
Secondary Air Tube Removal/Installation ...........................26
Vertical Stainless Deflector Repalcement...........................27
Annual Maintenance ...........................................................28
Parts
Main Assembly CI1150 .......................................................29
Brick Panels ........................................................................30
Cast Faceplate....................................................................31
Warranty
Warranty ............................................................................. 33
ALL PICTURES / DIAGRAMS SHOWN THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY.
ACTUAL PRODUCT MAY VARY DUE TO PRODUCT ENHANCEMENTS.

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safety decal
This is a copy of the label that accompanies each CI1150
Wood Insert. We have printed a copy of the contents here
for your review.
NOTE: Regency units are constantly being improved. Check
the label on the unit and if there is a difference, the label on
the unit is the correct one.
Copy of the CI1150 Safety Decal
Part #: 920-161
Colour: Black on grey, except for selected items which are printed red.
Size: Fileisat100%.4"Wx10.7"H(excludingtearo󰀨)
Start serial sequence at 534000001
Oct. 08/19: Created decal
LISTED FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE INSERT
CERTIFIED FOR USE IN CANADA AND U.S.A.
MODEL: CI1150
TESTED TO:
ULC S628-M93 / UL 1482-2011 (R2015)
DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL / NE PAS ENLEVER CETTE ÉTIQUETTE
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COMPONENTS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION: 5.5" (140mm) or 6" (152mm)STAINLESS STEEL
LINER LISTED CHIMNEY LINER.
OPTIONAL COMPONENT: FAN PART#172-917, ELECTRICAL RATING: VOLTS 115, 60 HZ, 0.6 AMPS
DANGER: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE SERVICING UNIT.
DO NOT REMOVE BRICKS OR MORTAR IN MASONRY FIREPLACE. FOR USE WITH SOLID WOOD FUEL
ONLY. DO NOT USE GRATE OR ELEVATE FIRE. DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE
SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE. BUILD WOOD FIRE DIRECTLY ON HEARTH. OPERATE WITH FEED
DOOR CLOSED, OPEN TO FEED FIRE ONLY. REPLACE GLASS ONLY WITH CERAMIC GLASS (5MM).
INSPECT AND CLEAN CHIMNEY FREQUENTLY. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS OF USE CREOSOTE
BUILD-UP MAY OCCUR RAPIDLY. DO NOT OVERFIRE, IF INSERT GLOWS YOU ARE OVER-FIRING.
CAUTION: MOVING PARTS MAY CAUSE INJURY. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WITH A
REMOVED PART OR PARTS.
MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
(MEASURED FROM SIDE/TOP OF DOOR)
COMBUSTIBLE FLOOR MUST BE PROTECTED BY NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL EXTENDING (E)
16 IN / 405MM TO FRONT AND (G) 8IN / 205MM TO SIDES FROM FUEL DOOR. IN CANADA MUST
EXTEND 18” TO FRONT.
THERMAL INSULATION WITH A R VALUE = 1.4 AT A DISTANCE OF 18" FROM FRONT OF DOOR
OPENING FOR CANADA AND 16" FOR USA. IF UNIT RAISED 4.5" FROM FLOOR, NO THERMAL INSU-
LATION IS REQUIRED.
MANUFACTURED BY/
FABRIQUÉ PAR :
FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS
INTERNATIONAL LTD.
6988 VENTURE ST.
DELTA, BC V4G 1H4
HOT WHILE IN OPERATION
DO NOT TOUCH. KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND
FURNITURE AWAY.
CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS.
READ ABOVE INSTRUCTIONS.
APPAREIL CHAUD LORSQU’IL FONCTIONNE.
NE PAS TOUCHER. GARDER À DISTANCE DES ENFANTS, DES
VÊTEMENTS ET DU MOBILIER.
TOUT CONTACT PEUT CAUSER DES BRÛLURES.
LIRE LES INSTRUCTIONS CI-DESSUS.
ATTENTION / DANGER
ADJACENT SIDEWALL A) 15 in / 380 mm
MANTEL B) 20 in / 510 mm
TOP FACING C) 14 in / 355 mm
SIDE FACING D) 7 3/8 in / 187 mm
INSTALL AND USE ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER'S
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. INSTALL AND USE ONLY
IN MASONRY FIREPLACE OR FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE.
CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND
INSTALLATION INSPECTION IN YOUR AREA.
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC
2020 2021 2022 2023
(DuplicateSerial#)
DATE OF MANUFACTURE / DATE DE FABRICATION
MADE IN CANADA / FAIT AU CANADA
AD
BC
MUR LA
TÉRAL ADJACENT
PIÈCES OBLIGATOIRES POUR L’INSTALLATION : GAINE DE CHEMINÉE HOMOLOGUÉE EN ACIER
INOXYDABLE DE 5,5 PO (140mm) ou 6 PO (152mm).
PIÈCE EN OPTION : VENTILATEUR PIÈCE NO172-917
CARACTÉRISTIQUES ÉLECTRIQUES : 115 VOLTS, 60 HZ, 0,6 AMPS.
DANGER : RISQUE D’ÉLECTROCUTION. DÉBRANCHER LE COURANT AVANT DE PROCÉDER À L’EN-
TRETIEN DE L’APPAREIL.
NE PAS RETIRER LES BRIQUES OU LE MORTIER DU FOYER EN MAÇONNERIE. À UTILISER AVEC
UN COMBUSTIBLE SOLIDE EN BOIS SEULEMENT. NE PAS UTILISER DE GRILLE NI SURÉLEVER LE
FEU. NE PAS CONNECTER CET APPAREIL À UN CONDUIT DE CHEMINÉE DESSERVANT UN AUTRE
APPAREIL. FAIRE UN FEU DE BOIS DIRECTEMENT SUR L’ÂTRE. FAIRE FONCTIONNER L’APPAREIL
AVEC LA PORTE DE CHARGEMENT FERMÉE, L’OUVRIR SEULEMENT POUR ALIMENTER LE FEU.
REMPLACER LA VITRE SEULEMENT AVEC UNE VITRE EN CÉRAMIQUE (5MM). FAIRE INSPECTER
ET RAMONER LA CHEMINÉE À INTERVALLES RÉGULIERS. ACCUMULATION RAPIDE DE CRÉOSOTE
DANS CERTAINES CONDITIONS. NE PAS SURCHAUFFER : SI L’ENCASTRABLE EST ROUGEOYANT,
L’APPAREIL SURCHAUFFE.
ATTENTION : LES PIÈCES AMOVIBLES PEUVENT ENTRAÎNER DES BLESSURES. NE PAS FAIRE
FONCTIONNER L’APPAREIL SI UNE OU PLUSIEURS PIÈCES ONT ÉTÉ ENLEVÉES.
DÉGAGEMENTS MINIMAUX AUX MATÉRIAUX COMBUSTIBLES
(MESURES PRISES DEPUIS LE CÔTÉ / HAUT DE LA PORTE)
LE PLANCHER COMBUSTIBLE DOIT ÊTRE PROTÉGÉ PAR UN MATÉRIAU NON COMBUSTIBLE
S’ÉTENDANT SUR (E) 16 PO / 405MM À L’AVANT ET SUR (G) 8 PO / 205MM ENTRE LES CÔTÉS ET LA
PORTE DE CHARGEMENT DU COMBUSTIBLE. PROLONGEMENT SUR 18 PO À L’AVANT AU CANADA.
ISOLATION THERMIQUE AVEC UNE VALEUR R = 1,4 À UNE DISTANCE DE 18 PO DEPUIS L’AVANT DE
L’OUVERTURE DE LAPORTE AU CANADA ET 16 PO AUX ÉTATS-UNIS. SI L’APPAREIL EST SURÉLEVÉ
À 4,5 PO DU SOL, AUCUNE ISOLATION THERMIQUE N’EST REQUISE.
MUR LATÉRAL ADJACENT A) 15 po / 380 mm
MANTEAU B) 20 po / 510 mm
PAREMENT SUPÉRIEUR C) 14 po / 355 mm
PAREMENT LATÉRAL D) 7 3/8 po / 187 mm
920-161
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CERTIFIÉ CONFORME AUX NORMES 2020 DU U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY EN MATIÈRE
D'ÉMISSION DE PARTICULES DE BOIS EN UTILISANT LE BOIS DE CORDE. HOMOLOGUÉ AVEC LA
ASTM E3053. MODÈLE REGENCY CI1150 –1.7 G /H. CET APPAREIL DE CHAUFFAGE AU BOIS DOIT ÊTRE
INSPECTÉ PÉRIODIQUEMENT ET RÉPARÉ POUR FONCTIONNER CORRECTEMENT. CONSULTER LE
MANUEL D’INSTALLATION POUR PLUS D’INFORMATION. LA RÉGLEMENTATION FÉDÉRALE INTERDIT
DE FAIRE FONCTIONNER UN TEL APPAREIL SI LES CONSIGNES D’UTILISATION CONTENUES DANS LE
PRÉSENT MANUEL NE SONT PAS RESPECTÉES.
0219WN027S
D’INSTALLATION ET D’UTILISATION DU FABRICANT. À INSTALLER ET À UTILISER UNIQUEMENT DANS
UN FOYER EN MAÇONNERIE OU UN FOYER PRÉFABRIQUÉ.
CONTACTEZ LES AUTORITÉS LOCALES EN BÂTIMENT OU INCENDIE POUR CONNAÎTRE LES RE-
STRICTIONS D’INSTALLATION ET LES RÈGLES D’INSPECTION DANS VOTRE RÉGION.
U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY CERTIFIED TO COMPLY WITH 2020 PARTICULATE EMIS-
SION STANDARDS USING CORD WOOD.” TESTED TO ASTM E3053. MODEL REGENCY CI1150 – 1.7G /HR.
THIS WOOD HEATER NEEDS PERIODIC INSPECTION AND REPAIR FOR PROPER OPERATION. CONSULT
THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR FURTHER INFORMATION. IT IS AGAINST FEDERAL REGULATIONS TO
OPERATE THIS WOOD HEATER IN A MANNER INCONSISTENT WITH THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN
THE OWNER’S MANUAL.

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dimensions
Unit Dimensions
6" (152mm) Diameter
STANDARD FLUE ADAPTOR (172-942)
6" (152mm) Diameter
OFFSET FLUE ADAPTOR (172-946)
13-9/16" (345mm)
9-5/8" from flue centerline to rear of faceplate
6" (152mm) Diameter
STANDARD FLUE ADAPTOR (172-942)
17-5/16" (440mm)
14-1/8" from flue centerline to rear of faceplate
6" (152mm) Diameter
OFFSET FLUE ADAPTOR (172-946)
NOTE: Before assembling
your Insert, use these
dimensions to ensure ap-
propriate clearances will
be met (refer to Masonry
and Factory Built Fire-
place Clearances section).
Offset Flue Adapter
Standard Flue Adapter
15 1/8"
(384 mm)
15 1/8"
(384 mm)

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dimensions
Optional Backing Plate Dimensions
40”(1016mm)
40”(1016mm)
37”(940mm)
37” (914mm)
29-1/2” (749mm)
27” (686mm)
26” (660mm)
23-5/8” (600mm)
CI1150 Standard
CI1150 Custom - Minimum Dimensions

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Clearance Diagram for installations
Note: Side and Top facing is a maximum of 1.5" thick.
**Measured from side/top of door.
Masonry and Factory Built Fireplace Clearances
The minimum required clearances to combustible materials when installed into a masonry or factory built fireplace are listed below.
*Floor Protection
Thermal insulation/protection with a R value of 1.4 at a distance of 18" from door opening is required
for Canada and 16" for USA.
If unit raised minimum 4.5" from hearth, no thermal protection is required.
Please check to ensure that your floor protection and hearth will meet the standards for clearance
to combustibles. Your hearth extension must be made from a non-combustible material. Extending
16" for US and 18" for Canada—measured from the fuel loading door.
Unit
CI1150
Adjacent
Side Wall
(to side)
A**
Mantel***
(to top)
B**
Top
Facing
(to top)
C**
Side
Facing
(to side)
D**
Minimum
Hearth
Extension*
E
Minimum
Hearth Side
Extension*
F
From Top of
Door
G
15" (381 mm) 15" (381 mm)
for 3-1/2" (89
mm) mantel
14" (355 mm) 7 3/8"(187 mm) 16" (406 mm) USA 8" (203 mm) 20-1/2" (521 mm)
18"(457 mm) Canada
20" (508 mm)
for 12"(305 mm)
mantel
Clearances are critical.
***Mantel can be installed anywhere in shaded area
or higher using the above scale.
Side View
12" (305mm) Mantel
3-1/2" (89mm) Mantel
20”
(508mm)
15”
(381mm)
2
0
12 64
810
2
0
12
6
16
4
14
8
18
20
10
Top of
Door
Fireplace Specifications
Your fireplace opening requires the following
minimum sizes:
Height: 23" (584 mm)
Width: 25" (635 mm)
Depth:
(w/ standard flue adaptor) 15-1/8" (384 mm)
(w/ offset flue adaptor) 18-1/8" (460 mm)

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Chimney Specifications
Before installing, check and clean your chimney
system thoroughly. If in doubt about its condition,
seek professional advice. Your Regency Insert is
designed for installation into a masonry fireplace
that is constructed in accordance with the require-
ments of "The Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces,
Vents, and Solid Fuel Burning Appliance", N.F.P.A.
211, the National Building Code of Canada, or the
applicable local code requirements.
The appliance, when installed, must be electrically
grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical
code, CSA C22.1.
Regency Inserts are designed to use either a 5.5"
(140mm) or 6" (152mm) flue.
Installation Into a Masonry
Fireplace
Regency inserts are constructed with the highest
quality materials and assembled under strict quality
control procedures that ensure years of trouble free
and reliable performance.
It is important that you read this manual thoroughly
and fully understand the installation and operating
procedures. Failure to follow instructions may result
in property damage, bodily injury or even death. The
more you understand the way your Regency Insert
operates, the more enjoyment you will experience
from knowing that your unit is operating at peak
performance.
Before Installing Your Insert
1. Read all instructions before installing and us-
ing your fireplace insert. Install and use only
in accordance with manufacturer’s installation
and operating instructions.
2. Check your local building codes - Building In-
spection Department. You may require a permit
before installing your insert. Be aware that
local codes and regulations may override
some items in the manual.
WARNING: Careless installation is the ma-
jor cause of safety hazard. Check all local
building and safety codes before installation
of unit.
3. Notify your home insurance company that you
plan to install a fireplace insert.
4. Your fireplace insert is heavy and requires two
or more people to move it safely. The insert and
surrounding structure can be badly damaged
by mishandling.
5. If your existing fireplace damper control will
become inaccessible once you have installed
your Regency Insert, you should either remove
or secure it in the open position.
6. Inspect your fireplace and chimney prior to
installing your insert to determine that it is
free from cracks, loose mortar or other signs
of damage. If repairs are required, they should
be completed before installing your insert. Do
not remove bricks or mortar from your masonry
fireplace.
7. Do not connect the insert to a chimney flue
servicing another appliance or an air distribution
duct.
When referencing installation or connection to
masonry fireplaces or chimneys, the masonry
construction must or shall be code complying.
In Canada this fireplace insert must be
installed with a continuous chimney liner
of 5.5" (140 mm) or 6" (152 mm) diameter
extending from the fireplace insert to the
top of the chimney. The chimney liner must
conform to the Class 3 requirements of CAN/
ULC-S635 or CAN/ULC-S640, Standard for
Lining Systems for New Masonry Chimneys.
Draft is the force which moves air from the appliance
up through the chimney. The amount of draft in your
chimney depends on the length of the chimney, local
geography, nearby obstructions and other factors.
Too much draft may cause excessive temperatures
in the appliance and may cause damage. An uncon-
trollable burn or excessive temperature indicates
excessive draft. Inadequate draft may cause back
puffing into the room and plugging of the chimney.
Inadequate draft will cause the appliance to leak
smoke into the room through appliance and chim-
ney connector joints. Ensure the heater is installed
in areas that are not too close to neighbors or in
valleys that would cause unhealthy air quality or
nuisance conditions.
In the U.S.A., a 5.5 inch (140 mm) or 6 inch
(152 mm) diameter, stainless steel,full height
chimney liner that meets type HT (21000F)
requirements per UL 1777 must be installed.
The full liner must be attached to the insert
flue collar and to the top of the existing ma-
sonry chimney.

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WARNING: This fireplace may have been altered
to accommodate an insert. It must be returned
to its original condition before use as a solid fuel
burning fireplace.
1. When installed in a factory built fireplace, a
full stainless steel rigid or flexible flue liner is
mandatory, for both safety and performance
purposes. When a flue or liner is in use, the
insert is able to breathe better by allowing a
greater draft to be created. The greater draft
can decrease problems such as, difficult start-
ups, smoking out the door, and dirty glass.
2. In order to position the flue liner, the existing
rain cap must be removed from your chimney
system. In most cases the flue damper should
also be removed to allow passage of the liner.
3. In most cases opening the existing spark
screens fully should give enough room for the
insert installation. If it does not, remove and
store.
4. If the floor of your fireplace is below the level
of the fireplace opening, adjust the insert's
levelling bolts to accommodate the difference.
When additional shimming is required, use
non-combustible masonry or steel shims.
5. Measure approximately the alignment of the
flue liner with the position of the smoke outlet
hole on the insert to check for possible offset. If
an offset is required, use the appropriate offset
adaptor in your installation.
Installation Into a Factory
Built Fireplace
Regency inserts are constructed with the highest
quality materials and assembled under strict quality
control procedures that ensure years of trouble free
and reliable performance.
It is important that you read this manual thoroughly
and fully understand the installation and operating
procedures. Failure to follow instructions may result
in property damage, bodily injury or even death. The
more you understand the way your Regency Insert
operates, the more enjoyment you will experience
from knowing that your unit is operating at peak
performance.
Draft
Draft is the force which moves air from the appliance
up through the chimney. The amount of draft in your
chimney depends on the length of the chimney, local
geography, nearby obstructions and other factors.
Too much draft may cause excessive temperatures
in the appliance and may cause damage. An uncon-
trollable burn or excessive temperature indicates
excessive draft. Inadequate draft may cause back
puffing into the room and plugging of the chimney.
Inadequate draft will cause the appliance to leak
smoke into the room through appliance and chim-
ney connector joints. Ensure the heater is installed
in areas that are not too close to neighbors or in
valleys that would cause unhealthy air quality or
nuisance conditions.
Requirements for Installing
Solid-fuel Inserts in Factory-built
Fireplaces
1. A permit may be required for installations, final
approval is contingent of the authority having
local jurisdiction. Consult insurance carrier,
local building, fire officials or authorities ha-
ving jurisdiction about restrictions, installation
inspection, and permits.
2. Inspect the existing fireplace and chimney for
any damage or flaws such as burnouts, metal
or refectory warping.
3. Inspection to a minimum of NFPA 211 Level
II is recommended. All repairs must be made
prior to installing an insert. The fireplace must
be structurally sound and be able to support
the weight of the solid-fuel insert.
4. The factory-built chimney must be listed per UL
127 or ULC 610-M87 for all installations. Install
thermal protection as per this appliance listing
requirements.
5. A full-height 5.5 inch (140 mm) or 6 inch (152
mm) diameter stainless steel full height listed
chimney liner must be installed meeting type
HT (2100oF) requirements per UL 1777 (USA)
or ULC S635 with ''0'' clearance to masonry
(Canada). The full liner must be attached to the
insert flue collar and to the top of the existing
chimney.
6. The flue liner top support attachment must not
reduce the air flow for the existing air-cooled
chimney system. Reinstall original factory-built
chimney cap only.
7. To prevent room air passage to the chimney
cavity of the fireplace, seal either the damper
area around the chimney liner or the insert
surround. Circulating air chamber (i.e. in a steel
fireplace liner or metal hearth circulatory) may
not be blocked. The air flow within and around
the fireplace shall not be altered, blocked by
the installation of the insert (i.e. not louvers or
cooling air inlet or outlet ports may be blocked
by the insert or the insert surround).
8. Means must be provided for removal of the
insert to clean the chimney flue.
9. Inserts that project in front of the fireplace must
be supplied with appropriate supporting means.
10. Installer must mechanically attach the supplied
label to the inside of the firebox of the fireplace
into which the insert is installed.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
When lining air-cooled factory-built
chimneys:
- Run chimney liner approved to
UL 1777 Type HT requirements
(2100oF)
- Reinstall original factory-built chim-
ney cap ONLY
- DO NOT block cooling air openings
in chimney
- Blocking cooling air will overheat
the chimney
Altering the Fireplace
The following modifications of factory-built fireplaces
are permissible:
The following parts may be removed:
Damper Smoke Shelf or Baffle
Ember Catches Fire Grate
Viewing Screen/
Curtain Doors
- The fireplace must be altered. Cutting any sheet
metal parts of the fireplace in which the fireplace
insert is to be installed is prohibited, except that the
damper may be removed to accomodate a direct-
connect starter pipe or chimney liner.
- External trim pieces which do not affect the op-
eration of the fireplace may be removed providing
they can be stored on or within the fireplace for
reassembly if the insert is removed.
- The permanent metal warning label provided in
the component pack must be attached to the back
of the fireplace, with screws or nails, stating that the
fireplace may have been altered to accomodate the
insert, and must be returned to original condition
for use as a conventional fireplace.
- If the hearth extension is lower than the fireplace
opening, the portion of the insert extending onto
the hearth must be supported.
- Manufacturer designed adjustable support kit can
be ordered from your dealer.
- Final approval of this installation type is contingent
upon the authority having jurisdiction.

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Installing Your Insert
SAFETY NOTE: The insert is very heavy and
will require two or three people to move it into
position. The insert can be made a little lighter
by removing the cast iron door by opening it and
lifting it off its hinges. Be sure to protect your
hearth extension with a heavy blanket or carpet
scrap during the installation.
NOTE:You will be required to purchase either the
standard or offset 6" diameter (152mm) flue adap-
tor that is best suited for the specific installation.
List of Tools needed;
- Pull Rod (included with insert)
- 1/2” socket / ratchet
- 3/8 open face wrench
1. Install flex liner into existing chimney as
per liner manufacturer’s specifications. See
Diagram 1.
Pull Rod
10. Re-install the door if removed prior to installa-
tion.
NOTE: The pull rod should not be thrown
away. It should be kept if the stove
is ever needed to be removed from
the fireplace.
Flex Liner
Pull Rod In Place
Pull Rod
Diagram 1
Diagram 2
Diagram 3
Diagram 4
Diagram 5
Diagram 6
Flue Adaptor
Diagram 7
2. Install the required flue adaptor onto the end
of the flex liner. Secure the adaptor using 3
screws - 1 on the front (not shown in image),
left, and right side. See Diagram 2.
Alignment of the flue adaptor can be critical
during the install, it is recommended that the
flex liner be left as compressed as possible.
Before inserting the unit the adaptor should
hang, when level, slightly above the required
height.
3. Install the unit by first setting the rear of the
unit into the fireplace. See Diagram 3. Ensure
that the unit is centered in the existing fireplace
and lined up with the flue adaptor.
4. Slide the unit back until the flue adaptor is
slightly engaged.
5. At this point it is recommended to level the
unit and ensure that the leveling bolts rest on
the surface of the fireplace. This will keep the
adaptor from binding as the unit is slid into
position.
6. Insert the provided pull rod through the hole in
the top center of the unit. Secure the threaded
end into the flue adaptor as shown in Diagram
4. While sliding the unit into place pull on the
rod to ensure that the flue adaptor is properly
engaged. See Diagram 5.
7. Ensure that the unit is still level.
8. To complete the installation and to ensure a
secure fit and connection of the flue adaptor
to the insert, it is essential that the two bolts,
flat washers and lock washers (supplied with
packaged manual) be installed and tightened
using a 1/2" socket as shown in Diagram 6.
This prevents the possibility of creosote drip
and exhaust gas leakage.
9. Remove the pull rod from the top center of the
fireplace. See Diagram 7.
Optional Flue Connector Kit
The Straight Flue Adaptor (Part #846-504) shown
here, may be used to produce a secure connection
between your flue connector and the insert collar.
Detailed installation instructions are included with
the kit.
The following may also be purchased separately if
required to complete the install:
846-506 6" Flue Adaptor-30 degree
846-508 6" Flue Adaptor-45 degree
948-412/P 6" Flue Offset Adaptor (offsets back 4")
846-527 Flue Connector Kit

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Cast Faceplate Installation
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CAST FACEPLATE INSTALLATION
Stop! Read Carefully.
Cast components are very fragile. Use extreme care when handling.
1) Open the door to about 45°- then remove it from the hinge by lifting
up and out. Put door to the side on a soft surface.
Note: Door is heavy.
3) Remove two bolts from the bracket on the unit as shown below.
Line up the left side casting bracket with the left side bracket on the
unit.
5) Secure the left cast surround with the two bolts removed in Step 3.
4) Install fan controls into left surround with 2 screws as shown below.
Note: Left side faceplate (when facing unit) will have a notch on the side
as shown below. The extension cord should also be brought out to
the side prior to installation.
2) Install the operating handle storage/draft control bracket on the top
left side of the faceplate (facing the back of the unit) using one screw,
as shown below.
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8) Slide the upper cast surround keyhole brackets over the loosened
screws from Step 7.
9) Slide the upper cast surround down over the screws until it is level
and in line with the side cast pieces.
10) Tighten both screws once all three cast pieces are level.
11) Remove the two (2) bolts from the lower part of the brackets on the
unit - see diagram below.
12) Move the damper control lever to the right so it is out of the way.
Note: If the fan power cord needs to be re-routed to the right side of the
unit - go to step 16, before installing the lower cast surround piece.
13) Line up the brackets on the lower cast surround piece with the lower
holes in the bracket on the unit. Replace the two (2) bolts - removed
in step 11.
14) Before tightening the bolts, adjust the position of the lower cast sur-
round until it is level by sliding the brackets up or down. When in nal
and level position, tighten both bolts.
7) Loosen the two (2) top screws (with 3/16" allen key) on the left and
right brackets on the unit as shown below.
6) Repeat Steps 3 and 5 to install right cast surround.

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15) Reinstall door.
16) The fan cord can be re-routed to the right side of the unit if necessary.
Before installing the lower cast surround - run the cord between the
left cast surround and the unit. Then run the cord along the lower
part of the lower cast surround and out in between the right cast and
the unit.
17) With the cord re-routed, follow steps 13-15 to complete the installa-
tion.

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installation
Brick Installation
Firebrick is included to extend the life of your stove and radiate heat more evenly. Check to see that all firebricks are in their correct positions and have not
become misaligned during shipping. Install all firebricks (if bricks were removed at install) per the Diagram below and place in their correct positions.
Do not use a grate.
LyTherm sheet
Order of firebrick install:
a) Rear Firebrick
b) Firebox floor - install brick over LyTherm Sheet
c) Right and left side Firebricks
Fire bricks
# Size
1 4-1/4" x 7"
2 4-1/2" x 7"
3 9" x 4-1/2"
4 9" x 2"
5 3-1/2" x 4-1/2"
6 4-1/4" x 8"
7 3-1/2" x 2-1/4"
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PART NUMBER QTY. DESCRIPTION
7 RD-14287 2 3.500 x2.2500 BRICK
6 RD-14286 2 4.250 x 8.000 x 30 DEG BRICK
5 802-147 1 3.500 x 4.500 BRICK
4 802-152 2 2.000 x 9.000 BRICK
3 902-111 3 9.000 x 4.500 STANDARD BRICK
2 RD-14289 2 4.500 x 7.000 BRICK
1 RD-14288 2 4.250 x 7.000 BRICK

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Centre bae
Bae bracket
Bae bracket
Note: unit in images may not be identical to the CI1150—they depict the process.
1. Open the door.
2. Remove the front secondary air tube with pliers as shown below.
Note: It will be easier to remove the air tubes by removing both the bottom
right base brick and right side wall brick.
5. Install left and right baffle brackets (installation of left baffle bracket
shown below).
Baffle Installation
4. Install the right and left side baffles (right side baffle shown below).
3. Install the center baffle.
6. Secure the baffles into position by lifting up on the brick slightly so that the
locking bracket slides over the airtube as shown. Repeat step on other side.

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installation
Stainless Steel Smoke Deflector Installation
The stainless smoke deflector is located in the upper front area of the firebox. The deflector is held in place with 2 bolts
Prior to the first fire, ensure deflector is seated properly and secured with 2 hand tightened bolts which are accessible from behind the smoke deflector.
To replace the deflector, loosen off both bolts and slide deflector downward, push deflector to the back wall of the unit and manoeuver out.
Install new deflector and hand tighten bolts.
Ensure positive location of the deflector prior to hand tightening.
WARNING: Operation of the unit with out proper installation of smoke deflector will void warranty.
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the unit
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Ensure deector is seated so bolts are seated
at the bottom of the slot before tightening.
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operating instructions
Seasoned Wood
Whether you burn wood in a fireplace, stove or insert, good quality firewood is the key to convenience,
efficiency and safety. Wet wood and pieces that are not the right size and shape for your wood burner
can be frustrating, burn inefficiently and deposit creosote that can fuel a dangerous chimney fire. Good
planning, seasoning and storage of the firewood supply are essential to successful wood burning.
• Stack the wood in separate rows in an open location where the summer sun can warm it and
breezes can carry away the moisture. Do not stack unseasoned wood tightly in an unvented stor-
age area.
• Do not allow firewood to lie on the ground for more than a couple of days before stacking. Mould
and rot can set in quickly.
• Stack the wood up off the ground on poles, lumber rails or pallets.
• The top of the pile can be covered to keep off rain, but do not cover the sides.
Softer woods like pine, spruce and poplar/aspen that is cut, split and stacked properly in the early spring
maybe be ready for burning in the fall. Extremely hard woods like oak and maple, and large pieces of
firewood, may take a minimum of a full year to dry enough. Drying may also take longer in damp climates
There are a few ways to tell if wood is dry enough to burn efficiently. Use as many indicators as possible
to judge the dryness of the firewood your are considering. Here are ways to judge firewood moisture.
• Using a moisture meter, select the species of fuel and then penetrate the pins into a split piece.
Ideal moisture and seasoned firewood should be less than 20% moisture content.
• Checks or cracks in the end grain can be an indication of dryness, but may not be a reliable
indicator. Some wet wood has checks and some dry wood has no checks.
• The wood tends to darken from white or cream colour to grey or yellow as it dries.
• Two dry pieces banged together sound hollow; wet pieces sound solid and dull.
• Dry wood weighs much less than wet wood.
• Split a piece of wood. If the exposed surface feels damp, the wood is too wet to burn.

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operating instructions
Operating Instructions
With your unit now correctly installed and safety
inspected by your local authority, you are now ready
to start a fire. Before establishing your first fire, it
is important that you fully understand the operation
of your draft control.
WARNING
Fireplace Stoves equipped with doors
should be operated only with doors fully
closed. If doors are left partly open, gas
and flame may be drawn out of the fireplace
stove opening, creating risks from both
fire and smoke.
WARNING:To build a fire in ignorance
or to disregard the information con-
tained in this section can cause serious
permanent damage to the unit and void
your warranty!
Left - Open Right - Closed
Primary Air Damper
Draft Control
Both the primary and air wash drafts are controlled
by the control slide located on the front left side of
the unit (when facing the unit). To increase your draft
—slide to the left to open, and to decrease—slide
to the right to close. The CI1150 unit has a second-
ary draft system that continually allows combustion
air to the induction ports at the top of the firebox.
Draft is the force which moves air from the appliance
up through the chimney. The amount of draft in your
chimney depends on the length of the chimney, local
geography, nearby obstructions and other factors.
Too much draft may cause excessive temperatures
in the appliance. Inadequate draft may cause back
puffing into the room and plugging of the chimney.
How to Light & Maintain a
Wood Stove Fire
First Fire
When your installation is completed and inspected
you are ready for your first fire.
THIS UNIT IS DESIGNEDTO BURN SEASONED
CORDWOOD ONLY. COAL AND BRIQUETTES
ARE NOT APPROVED.
1. Open firebox door and build a small fire using
paper and dry kindling on the firebrick hearth,
DO NOT USE A GRATE. CAUTION: DO NOT
BUILD FIRETOO CLOSETO GLASS. Secure
door on the firebox and wait a few minutes for
a good updraft in the flue to establish the fire.
(Leaving the door slightly open will help your
fire start more rapidly.)
CAUTION: Never leave unit unattended
if door is left open. This procedure is for
fire start-up only, as unit may overheat
if door is left open for too long.
2. Add two or three seasoned logs to your fire.
Form a trench in the ash bed to allow air to
reach the rear of the firebox prior to closing
the door. Build fire slowly.
WARNING: Never build a roaring fire in
a cold stove. Always warm your stove
up slowly!
3. During the first few fires, keep the combustion
rate at a moderate level and avoid a large fire.
Only after 5 or 6 such fires can you operate the
stove at its maximum setting, and only after the
metal has been warmed. Always build up the
fire slowly.
4. For the first few days, the stove will give off an
odour from the paint. This is to be expected as
the high temperature paint becomes seasoned.
Windows and/or doors should be left open to
provide adequate ventilation while this tem-
porary condition exists. Burning the stove at a
very high temperature the first few times may
damage the paint. Burn fires at a moderate
level the first few days.
5. Do not place anything on the stove top during
the curing process. This may result in damage
to your paint finish.
6. During the first few days it may be more difficult
to start the fire. As you dry out your firebrick
and your masonry flue, your draft will increase.
7. For those units installed at higher elevations or
into sub-standard masonry fireplaces, drafting
problems may occur. Consult an experienced
dealer or mason on methods of increasing your
draft.
8. Some cracking and popping noises may be
experienced during the heating up process.
These noises will be minimal when your unit
reaches temperature.
9. All fuel burning appliances consume oxygen
during operation. It is important that you
supply a source of fresh air to your unit while
burning. A slightly opened window is sufficient
for the purpose. If you also have a fireplace
in your home, a downdraft may be created by
your Regency Stove causing a draft down your
chimney. If this occurs, slightly open a window
near your unit.
WARNING: If the body of your unit,
or any part of the chimney connector
starts to glow, you are over ring.
Stop loading fuel immediately and
close the draft control until the glow
has completely subsided.
10. If you have been burning your stove on a low
draft, use caution when opening the door. Open
the door a crack, and allow the fire to adjust
before fully opening the door.
11. The controls of your unit or the air supply pas-
sages should not be altered to increase firing
for any reason.
12. If you burn the unit too slowly or at too low a set-
ting your unit will not be operating as efficiently
as it can. An easy rule of thumb says that if your
glass is clean, then your flue is clean and your
exhaust is clean. Burn the stove hot enough to
keep your glass clean, you won't need to clean
your flue as often.
IMPORTANT:
During the first few fires, a white film may develop
on the glass front as part of the curing process.
The glass should be cleaned or the film will
bake on and become very difficult to remove.
Use a non-abrasive cleaner and NEVER clean
the glass while it is hot.

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Ground
Fan Fan
Ground Green
Neutral
Live
White
Fan
Switch
Manual/
Auto
Switch
White White
High (Black)
Low (Red)
Black
Fan Thermodisc
(normally open)
120V AC
60 Hz
Black
Fan Wiring Diagram
HI
OFF
LOW
AUTO
MANUAL
Cord Reversal
The fan cord comes out from the left hand side of the unit. if it is necessary
to have the cord coming from the right side - follow these steps:
1) Remove the lower surround faceplate section by removing 2 bolts.
2) Feed the cord along the bottom of the inside of the casting as shown below.
Fan Operation
The fan is to be operated only with the draft control rod pulled out at least
1/2" from the fully closed position. The fan is not to be operated when the
draft control rod is in the closed position (pushed in). The fully closed posi-
tion is the low burn setting.
The fan must not be turned on until a fire has been burning for at least 30
minutes. Also note it is recommended that the fan be turned off before each
fuel loading and again wait for 30 minutes before the fan is turned on again.
This is to allow the stove to reach its optimum temperature.
To operate fan automatically, push switch on the right side of fan housing to
"Auto" and second switch, on the left to either "High" or "Low" for fan speed.
The automatic temperature sensor will engage the blower when the unit is at
temperature and will shut off the blower once the fire has gone out and the
unit has cooled to below a useful heat output range.
To manually operate the fan system, push the first switch to "Man" and second
switch to either "high" or "Low". This will bypass the sensing device and allow
full control of the fan. Switching from "Auto" to "Manual" or "High" to "Low"
may be done at any time.