Regency Fireplace Products Greenfire GF900L Quick start guide

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 or use petrol or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
919-501f
Greenre®GF900L
Gas Fireplace
Owners &
Installation Manual
www.regency-re.com.au
Installer: Please complete the details on the back cover
and leave this manual with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Please keep these instructions for future reference.
MODELS: GF900L-NG1
GF900L-LP1
GF900L-ULPG1
LISTINGS AND CODE APPROVALS
These gas appliances have been tested
in accordance with AS4553 / NZS5262 /
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Australian Gas Association for installation and
operation as described in these Installation
and Operating Instructions.
Must be installed as per AS/NZS5601-2013
Your unit should be serviced annually by
an authorised service person.
GF900L Video
FOR YOUR SAFETY
What to do if you smell gas:
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch.
Do not use any phone in your
building.
Immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbour's phone. Follow
the gas supplier's instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas
supplier, call the re department.
21 March 2019

2Regency GF900L-1 Gas Fireplace
To the New Owner:
Congratulations!
You are the owner of a state-of-the-art Gas Fireplace by REGENCY®. The GF900L has been designed to provide you
with all the warmth and charm of a wood fireplace at the flick of a switch. The model GF900L has been approved
by AGA for both safety and efficiency. As it also bears our own mark, it promises to provide you with economy,
comfort and security for many trouble free years to follow. Please take a moment now to acquaint yourself with
these instructions and the many features of your Regency® Fireplace.
GF900L Video
PAIRING THE REMOTE HANDSET AND CONTROL BOX ID CODE
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1. Ensure the Remote is switched OFF.
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6. Release both the PROG and FAN buttons.
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Regency GF900L-1 Gas Fireplace 3
table of
contents
Pairing the Remote Handset and Control Box ID Code . 2
Copy of data badge .......................................................4
Unit Dimensions ............................................................5
Verona Surround Faceplate Dimensions .......................5
Important Message ......................................................6
General Safety Information ............................................6
Installation Checklist ......................................................7
Locating Your Gas Fireplace ..........................................7
Clearances ....................................................................8
Mantel Clearances .........................................................9
Mantel Leg Clearances ..................................................9
Unit Assembly Prior To Installation ..............................10
Nailing Strips........................................................10
Installation Access panel .....................................10
Framing Dimensions ....................................................11
Optional Framing kit .....................................................12
Non combustible facing installation .............................13
Framing & Finishing .....................................................14
Combustible Requirements .........................................15
Exterior Flue Termination Locations ............................16
Clearances ..................................................................17
Flue Restrictor Position ...............................................18
Flueing Introduction .....................................................19
Flueing Arrangement for Horizontal Terminations .......19
Flueing Arrangements ................................................20
Horizontal Termination (Flex) ...............................20
Horizontal terminations ................................................21
Rigid Pipe 4" x 6-5/8" (102mm x 175mm) ...................21
Horizontal Terminations ...............................................22
Rigid Pipe 4" x 6-5/8" (102mm x 175mm) ...................22
Vertical terminations ....................................................23
Rigid Pipe 4" x 6-5/8" (102mm x 175mm) ...................23
Flueing Arrangement for Vertical Terminations ............24
Direct flue zero Clearance top exit vertical flue Kit
installation instructions GF900 ....................................25
Unit Installation with Horizontal Termination ...............26
102mm x 175mm Flueing ............................................26
Unit Installation with Horizontal Termination ...............27
Unit installation with Vertical Termination .....................28
102mm x 175mm Flueing ............................................28
High Elevation ..............................................................29
Gas Line Installation ....................................................29
Pilot Adjustment ...........................................................29
Gas Pipe Pressure Testing ..........................................29
Wiring Diagram ............................................................30
Conversion from NG to LP/ULPG ................................31
845 S.I.T. Valve Description .........................................33
Aeration Adjustment ....................................................33
Optional fan ducting kit installation ..............................34
Optional fan KIT installation ........................................35
Fan duct extension KIT installation .............................36
Log set installation .......................................................37
Front trim removal / Installation ...................................39
Inner panel removal / Installation .................................39
Faceplate and deflector installation .............................40
Verona Faceplate Shown ............................................40
Screen & inner Door frame Installation ........................41
Optional finishing trim installation ................................42
Operating Instructions ................................................43
Lighting Instructions ....................................................43
Shutdown Instructions .................................................43
Remote Control ..........................................................43
Summary Of Controls .................................................43
Fan Operation ..............................................................43
Copy of Lighting Plate Instructions ..............................44
Normal Operating Sounds Of Gas Appliances ............44
Resetting the unit .........................................................44
Fan Service .................................................................45
Maintenance Instructions ............................................46
General flue Maintenance ...........................................46
Glass Gasket ...............................................................46
Glass Door ...................................................................46
Glass Replacement .............................................46
Troubleshooting ...........................................................47
Glass door Installation .................................................48
Valve Tray Replacement ..............................................49
Electronic components parts list ..................................50
Main Assembly ............................................................51
Accessories .................................................................53
Warranty ......................................................................54

4Regency GF900L-1 Gas Fireplace
SAFETY LABEL
safety decal
This is a copy of the data badge that accompanies each GF900L Direct Vent Gas Fireplace. We have printed a copy of the contents here for your review.
NOTE: Regency® units are constantly being improved. Check the badge on the unit and if there is a difference, the badge on the unit is the correct one.
COPY OF DATA BADGE
DO NOT
DO NOT
DO NOT
DO NOT
DO NOT
DO NOT
OPERATETHIS APPLIANCE BEFOREREADINGTHE
INSTRUCTIONSBOOKLET.
PLACEARTICLESONORAGAINST THIS APPLIANCE
STORE CHEMICALS OR FLAMMABLEMATERIALS
SPRAY AEROSOLSINTHE VICINITY OF THIS
APPLIANCE WHILEINOPERATION.
OPERATEWITH PANELS,COVERSORGUARDS
REMOVED FROM THIS APPLIANCE.
ENCLOSE THIS APPLIANCE.
DO NOTMODIFY THIS APPLIANCE.
NEAR THIS APPLIANCE.
DO NOT
908-602a
Rev. C
Part #: 919-117
Colour: Black on Grey
Size: 100% 7" W x 2.7" H
Mar.22/12 - draft for approval.
May 30/12 - Made changes as per test report.
June 25/12 - Added AGA Approval
Dec. 23/13: Updated E. Aus address
Sept. 23/15: Changed to MJ/hr + added NZ address
Feb. 16/16: Rev C - added a -1
Serial
Number
Regency Gas Fireplace
405
Electrical: 240V 50 Hz
919-117c
Gas Type NG LP ULPG
Model GF900L-NG1 GF900L-LP1 GF900L-ULPG1
Gas Consumption 35 MJ/hr 28 MJ/hr 28 MJ/hr
Manifold Pressure 0.87 kPa 2.49kPa 2.49 kPa
Injector Size 1 x #35 1 x#53 1 x #53
2.80mm 1.50mm 1.50mm
Model
Approval No. AGA 7908 G
Code AS4553 / NZS5262 / NZS5266
Distributed by:
Western Australia:
Air Group Australia
28 Division St
Welshpool, WA 6106
Eastern Australia
Fireplace Products
Australia Pty. Ltd.
1 Conquest Way
Hallam, VIC 3803
New Zealand:
Aber Holdings
17 Main Street Place
Te Rapa, HA 3200
To be installed by an authorised person in
accordance with installation instructions provided
with the appliance.

Regency GF900L-1 Gas Fireplace 5
(1192mm)
(641mm)
(989mm)
(438mm)
Verona Surround
Faceplate Dimensions
DIMENSIONS
dimensions
UNIT DIMENSIONS
(259mm)
(76mm)
(500mm)
(1091mm)
(995mm)
(889mm)
(332mm) (536mm)
(113mm)
(14mm) (560mm)
(522mm)
(160mm)
(1082mm)
(795mm)
(725mm)

6Regency GF900L-1 Gas Fireplace
installation
11) Under no circumstances should this appliance
be modified. Parts that have to be removed
for servicing should be replaced prior to
operating this appliance.
12) Installation and any repairs to this appliance
should be done by an authorized service
person. A professional service person should
be called to inspect this appliance annually.
Make it a practice to have all of your gas
appliances checked annually.
13) Do not slam shut or strike the glass door.
14) Under no circumstances should any solid
fuels (wood, paper, cardboard, coal, etc.) be
used in this appliance.
15) The appliance area must be kept clear and
free of combustible materials, (gases and
other flammable vapours and liquids).
GENERAL SAFETY
INFORMATION
1) The appliance installation must conform with
local codes or, in the absence of local codes,
with the current Installation and Building
Codes.
2) The appliance when installed, must be
electrically grounded in accordance with
local codes.
3) See general construction and assembly
instructions. The appliance and vent should
be enclosed.
4) This appliance must be connected to the
specified vent and termination cap to the
outside of the building envelope. Never vent
to another room or inside a building. Make
sure that the vent is fitted as per Venting
instructions.
5) Inspect the flueing system annually for
blockage and any signs of deterioration.
6) Flueing terminals shall not be recessed into
a wall or siding.
7) Any safety glass removed for servicing must
be replaced prior to operating the appliance.
8) To prevent injury, do not allow anyone who
is unfamiliar with the operation to use the
fireplace.
9) Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection
while doing required maintenance.
10) Be aware of electrical wiring locations in
walls and ceilings when cutting holes for
termination.
"THIS UNIT MUST ALWAYS
TERMINATE / FLUE
DIRECTLY TO THE OUTDOORS."
IMPORTANT MESSAGE
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
The GF900L™ Direct Vent Fireplace must be installed
in accordance with these instructions. Carefully read all
the instructions in this manual first. Consult the "authority
having jurisdiction" to determine the need for a permit
prior to starting the installation. It is the responsibility of the
installer to ensure this fireplace is installed in compliance
with manufacturers instructions and all applicable codes
and complies with a AS/NZS 5601-2013.
CLOTHING OR OTHER FLAMMABLE
MATERIALSHOULDNOTBEPLACED
ON OR NEAR THE APPLIANCE.
CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE
ALERTED TO THE HAZARDS OF HIGH
SURFACE TEMPERATURES, ESPECIALLY
THE FIREPLACE GLASS, AND SHOULD
STAY AWAY TO AVOID BURNS OR CLOTH-
ING IGNITION.
INSTALLATION AND REPAIR SHOULD
BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE
PERSON. THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE
INSPECTED BEFORE USE AND AT LEAST
ANNUALLY BY A PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
PERSON. MORE FREQUENT CLEANING
MAY BE REQUIRED DUE TO EXCESSIVE
LINT FROM CARPETING, BEDDING
MATERIAL, ETC. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT
CONTROL COMPARTMENTS, BURNERS
AND CIRCULATING AIR PASSAGEWAYS OF
THE APPLIANCE BE KEPT CLEAN.
DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES, THE
APPLIANCE SHOULD BE LOCATED OUT
OFTRAFFIC AND AWAY FROM FURNITURE
AND DRAPERIES.
WARNING: FAILURE TO INSTALL THIS
APPLIANCE CORRECTLYWILLVOIDYOUR
WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSE A SERIOUS
HOUSE FIRE.
YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE
CAREFULLY SUPERVISED WHEN
THEY ARE IN THE SAME AREA AS
THE APPLIANCE. TODDLERS,YOUNG
CHILDREN AND OTHERS MAY BE
SUSCEPTIBLE TO ACCIDENTAL
CONTACT BURNS. A PHYSICAL
BARRIERS IS RECOMMENDED IF
THERE ARE AT RISK INDIVIDUAL IN
THE HOUSE. TO RESTRICT ACCESS
TO A FIREPLACE OR STOVE,INSTALL
AN ADJUSTABLE SAFETY GATE TO
KEEPTODDLERS,YOUNG CHILDREN
AND OTHER AT RISK INDIVIDUALS
OUT OFTHE ROOM AND AWAY FROM
HOT SURFACES.

Regency GF900L-1 Gas Fireplace 7
installation
This includes:
1) Clocking the appliance to ensure the correct
firing rate (rate noted on label) after burning
appliance for 15 minutes.
2) If required, adjusting the primary air to ensure
that the flame does not carbon. First allow
the unit to burn for 15-20 min. to stabilize.
CAUTION: Any alteration to the product that
causes sooting or carboning that results
in damage is not the responsibility of the
manufacturer.
LOCATING YOUR
GAS FIREPLACE
A) Flat on Wall
B) Flat on Wall Corner
C) Recessed into Wall/Alcove
D) Corner
Diagram 1
1) When selecting a location for your fireplace,
ensure that the clearances are met.
2) The appliance must be installed on a flat,
solid, continuous surface For example a
wood, metal or concrete floor or in a raised (on
the wall) application. The appliance must be
installed on a metal or wood panel extending
the full width and depth of the appliance.
3) The GF900L Direct Vent Gas Fireplace can
be installed in a recessed position or framed
out into the room as in A, B, C and D. See
Diagram 1.
7) Test Gas Pressure (Refer to "Gas Pipe Pres-
sure Testing" section).
8) Install standard and optional features. Refer
to the following sections:
a) Log Install
b) Faceplate / Door Frame Overlay
c) Remote Control
9) Final check.
Before leaving this unit with the customer, the
installer must ensure that the appliance is firing
correctly and operation fully explained to
customer.
INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
1) Locate appliance
a) Room location (Refer to "Locating Your
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b) Clearances to Combustibles (Refer to
"Clearances" section)
c) Mantle Clearances (Refer to "Mantel
Clearances" section)
d) Framing & Finishing Requirements
(Refer to "Framing & Finishing" section)
e) Flueing Requirements (Refer to "Flueing"
section)
2) Assemble the standoffs and nailing strips
(Refer to "Unit Assembly Prior to Installation).
3) Slide unit into place.
4) Install vent (Refer to "Flueing Arrangement"
sections).
5) Make gas connections (Refer to "Gas Line
Installation section).
6) Test the pilot (Refer to "Pilot Adjustment"
section).
4) The GF900L Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
is approved for alcove installations, see
"Clearances" section for details.
5) We recommend that you plan your installation
on paper using exact measurements for
clearances and floor protection before
actually installing this appliance. Have an
authorized inspector, dealer, or installer
review your plans before installation.
Note: For ue terminations refer to "Exterior
Flue Termination Locations" section.

8Regency GF900L-1 Gas Fireplace
Caution Requirements
The top, back and sides of the fireplace are defined by
standoffs. The metal ends of the standoff may NOT be
recessed into combustible construction.
WARNING
Fire hazard is an extreme risk
if these clearances (air space) to combustible materials are not
adhered to. It is of greatest importance that this replace and vent
system be installed only in accordance with these instructions.
CLEARANCES
The clearances listed below are Minimum distances unless otherwise stated:
A major cause of chimney related fires is failure to maintain required clearances (air space) to combustible materials. It is of the greatest importance
that this fireplace and vent system be installed only in accordance with these instructions.
Clearance: Dimension Measured From:
A: Mantel Height (min.) 438mm Top of Fireplace Opening
B: Sidewall (on one side) 146mm Side of Fireplace Opening
C: Ceiling
(room and/or alcove) 1003mm Top of Fireplace Opening
D: Mantel Depth (max.) 305mm 667mm Above Fireplace Opening
E: Alcove Width 1480mm Sidewall to Sidewall (Minimum)
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G: From Floor 610mm Top of Fireplace Opening
Note: 0 No hearth required
Installed close
to ceiling.
Flue Clearances to Combustibles
Horizontal - Top 76mm
Horizontal - Side 51mm
Horizontal - Bottom 51mm
Vertical 51mm
Alcove
E
F
F
E
D
A
B
Installed Close
to Floor
G
IMPORTANT: If installing a television above
this appliance, the television must be either
fully recessed into the wall above the
replace and or have a mantle below the
television. If the television is left unprotected,
the extreme heat being emitted fom this
appliance will result in damage to the
television. See clearance requirements for
both mantle (page 9) and or enclosing the
top of the appliance (Page 11 D dimensions).
installation
NOTE: The unit can be installed onto a combustible base.

Regency GF900L-1 Gas Fireplace 9
MANTEL CLEARANCES
Due to the extreme heat this fireplace emits,the mantel clearances
are critical. Combustible mantel clearances from top of front facing
are shown in the diagram on the right.
Note: Ensure the paint that is used on the mantel and the facing
is "high quality" or the paint may discolour.
MANTEL LEG CLEARANCES
Combustible mantel leg clearances as per diagram:
Combustible Material
(152mm)
(305mm)
0
Non-combustible
Facing
To Unit
Base
(667mm)
(610mm)
(254mm)
(660mm)
Top of
Fireplace
Opening
(508mm)
(305mm)
(606mm)
(438mm)
Combustible
Stud
(On Edge)
(25mm)
(502mm)
Nailing Flange
Allowable mantel
leg projection
181mm
254mm
330mm
38mm
MANTEL LEG
83mm
Non-Combustible
102mm
178mm
installation
(minimum 12mm)

10 Regency GF900L-1 Gas Fireplace
Nailing Strips
(DO NOT REMOVE NAILING
STRIPS)
installation
UNIT ASSEMBLY PRIOR TO
INSTALLATION
The nailing strips must be correctly positioned and attached before unit
is slid into position.
NAILING STRIPS
The nailing strips come attached to the unit. There is 1 plate on each side,
1 on the top.
The top and side nailing strips are secured to the framing.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Framing depth measurement is noted with the nailing strips
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INSTALLATION ACCESS PANEL
The unit is equipped with a removable access panel for pre-finish installation
of optional components - this panel is located on the lower front face.
1) Remove 6 screws to remove access panel.
2) Easier access to gas connection with panel removed.
3) Install any optional components with access panel removed.
4) Reinstall access panel with 6 screws
Note: Access panel is no longer usable once facing material installed.
Installation Access Panel