Regency Fireplace Products I31-2 Quick start guide

PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Model: I31-NG2 Natural Gas
I31-LP2 Propane
Owners&
Installation
Manual
12/05/02
LISTINGSANDCODEAPPROVALS
These gas appliances have been
tested in accordance with AG 103,
NZS 5262 and have been certified
by the Australian Gas Association
for installation and operation as
described in these Installation and
Operating Instructions.
Your unit should be serviced
annually by an authorised
service person.
918-001
I31-2 Gas Inbuilt
FORYOURSAFETY
What to do if you smell gas:
Donottrytolightanyappli-
ance
Do not touch any electrical
switch: do not use any
phone in your building.
Immediately call your gas
supplierfromaneighbour's
phone. Follow the gas sup-
plier'sinstructions.
If you cannot reach your
gas supplier, call the fire
department.
WARNING:
Improper installation, adjustment, altera-
tion, service or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Refer to this
manual. For assistance or additional infor-
mationconsultanauthorisedinstaller,serv-
ice agency or the gas supplier.
FORYOURSAFETY
Donotstoreorusegasolineorotherflamma-
blevapoursand liquids in thevicinityof this
or any other appliance.
Installation and service must be performed
byan authorised installer, serviceagencyor
the gas supplier.

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REGENCY
GAS FIREPLACE INBUILT FIREPLACE
TOTHENEWOWNER
Congratulations! You are the owner of a state-of-the-art Gas Inbuilt Fireplace by Regency
Industries.TheRegencyGasFireplaceSeriesofhandcraftedapplianceshasbeendesigned
toprovideyouwithall thewarmthandcharmofafireplace,attheflickofaswitch. Themodel
I31-2 of this series has been approved by Australian Gas Association for both safety and
efficiency. Asit alsobears ourown mark,it promisesto provideyou witheconomy, 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.

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Regency I31-2 Gas Fireplace Inbuilt
TABLE OF CONTENTS
REGENCY GAS FIREPLACE INSERT
OperatingInstructions
OperatingInstructions ............................................... 13
LightingProcedure .................................................... 13
ShutdownProcedure ................................................. 13
First Fire .............................................................. 13
AutomaticConvectionFanOperation ........................ 13
NormalOperatingSoundsofGasAppliances............ 13
CopyofLightingInstruction Plate .............................. 14
Maintenance
Maintenance ............................................................. 14
-GoldPlatedTrim............................................... 14
-LogReplacement.............................................. 14
-DoorGlassReplacement.................................. 14
-BayGlassRemoval .......................................... 14
-Flush Glass Replacement ................................ 14
- Glass Gasket ................................................... 15
-FanMaintenance.............................................. 15
TroubleShooting ....................................................... 17
Parts List .............................................................. 18
Warranty
Warranty .............................................................. 23
Page
UnitDimensions.......................................................... 2
SafetyLabel................................................................ 4
Installation
ForYourSafety........................................................... 5
Specifications ............................................................. 5
InstallationChecklist ................................................... 5
MaterialsRequired ...................................................... 5
MinimumFireplaceDimension .................................... 6
ClearancestoCombustibles ....................................... 6
GasConnection .......................................................... 6
DraftDiverterConnection............................................. 7
Flueing ................................................................ 7
- Combustion & Ventilation ....................................... 7
GasPressureTest ...................................................... 7
Gas Insert Aeration System ........................................ 7
TestforFlueSpillage .................................................. 7
Optional Brick Panel ................................................... 8
LogInstallation............................................................ 8
Faceplate&Trim....................................................... 10
GlassFrontInstallation
- Standard Flush Door (1 panel)............................... 10
- Flush Louvres ....................................................... 10
- Optional Bay Door (3 panel) .................................. 11
- Bay Louvres.......................................................... 11
OptionalRemoteControl ........................................... 12
OptionalWallThermostat.......................................... 12
WiringDiagram ......................................................... 12
Page

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DATA BADGE
(AustraliaOnly)
This is a copy of the label that accompanies
each Regency I31-2 Gas Inbuilt fireplace. We
have printed a copy of the contents here for
your review.
DATA BADGE NOTE: Regency units are con-
stantlybeing improved. Check the label on the
unitand if there isa difference, the labelon the
unit is the correct one.

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Regency I31-2 Gas Fireplace Inbuilt
INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT:
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
TheRegencyGasFireplacemustbeinstalledin
accordance with these instructions. Carefully
read all the instructions in this manual first.
Note: Failure to follow these instructions
could cause a malfunction of the
heater which could result in death,
serious bodily injury, and/or prop-
erty damage. Failure to follow these
instructions may also void your
fire insurance and/or warranty.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
This appliance requires air for proper combus-
tion. Always provide adequate combustion
and ventilation air. Follow instructions and in-
formation in the current AG 601, NZS 5261 or
local codes. Consult the "authority having
jurisdiction" to determine the need for a permit
prior to starting the installation.
GAS PIPE TESTING
The appliance must be isolated from the gas
supply piping system by closing its individual
manual shutoff valve during any pressure
testing of the gas supply piping system at test
pressures equal to or less than 3.45 kPa.
Specifications:
Fuel: Natural Gas or Propane (see page 7)
Electrical:240 volt 50 hz system
Fan/Blower:2-speed, 127 CFM
Log Sets:Ceramic fibre
BEFORE YOU START
Installation is to be carried out ONLY by an
authorised person.
1) The appliance shall be installed in accord-
ance with the manufacturer'sinstallation
instructions,local gas fitting regulations,
municipal building codes, water supply
regulations,electrical wiring regulations,
with AG 601.(AGA gas installation code)
NZS 5261(New Zealand)
2) Installation and repair should be done
ONLY by an authorised person.
3) The appliance should be inspected before
use and at least annually by an authorised
service person. More frequent cleaning
may be required due to excessive lint from
carpeting,beddingmaterial,etc. Itisimper-
ative that control compartments, burners
and circulating air passageways of the
appliance be kept clean and free from
excessive lint from carpeting.
4) See general construction and assembly
instructions. This appliance may only be
installed in a flued, non-combustible fire-
place. The appliance and flue should be
enclosedwheninstalledorpassingthrough
a living area, where children may come in
contact with it.
5) Always connect this space heater to a
chimney and flue to the outside of the
building envelope. Never flue to another
room. Make sure that the flue is properly
sized and is of adequate height to provide
the proper draft.
6) Inspect the flueing system annually for
blockage and any signs of deterioration.
7) Any safety glass removed for servicing
must be replaced prior to operating the
appliance.
8) Toprevent injury, do notallow anyone who
is unfamiliar with the operation to use the
fireplace.
INSTALLATION
CHECKLIST
The Regency Gas Insert is installed as listed
below.
1) Unit Location - check Clearances to Com-
bustibles on page 6.
2) Make the gas connections (see page 6).
3) Install the flue or liner to the sliding draft
diverter. See page 7.
4) InstallFlueing,page7.Slidetheunitintothe
fireplace. Attach draft diverter to the insert.
5) Testgaspressure,page7. Check aeration,
page 7.
6) Test for flue spillage, page 7.
7) Installtheoptionalbrickpanels.Seepage8.
8) Install the log set. See page 8.
9) Assembleandinstallthefaceplateandtrim.
See page 10.
10)Installtheglassfront(page10)andoptional
Bay Front (page 11).
11)Install both louvres, flush (page 10) or Bay
(page 11).
12)InstallOptionalRemoteControlandOptional
Wall Thermostat, page 12.
13)Final check: Before leaving this unit with
thecustomer,theinstallermustensurethat
the appliance is firing correctly. This in-
cludes:
a) Clocking the appliance to ensure the
correct firing rate.
b) Adjusting the primary air, if required, to
ensure that the flame does not carbon.
See page 7.
c) Ensuring that the appliance is flueing
correctly. See page 7.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
Noelectric power supply isrequired for the gas
control to operate. A 240 Volt AC power cord
ishooked up tothe fan switch and blower. Plug
3 wire cord into a suitable receptacle. Do not
cut the ground terminal off under any circum-
stances.
When connected with 240 volts, the appliance
must be electrically grounded in accordance
with local codes.
Note: This unit is equipped with a heat
sensor thermodisc which will
prevent the blower from operat-
ing until the unit reaches the cor-
rect temperature.

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GAS CONNECTION
3) Locate the center point where the flue will
pass through the chimney above the appli-
ance. Move the appliance into the exact
location where it is to be installed. Ensure
that the Insert is level.
4) The installer must provide a valve with a
pluggedtapping,accessiblefor test gauge
connection, immediately upstream of the
gas supply connection to the appliance.
CAUTION: If the glass is removed or
opened for servicing, it must be re-
placed and closed prior to operating the
appliance. The glass must be fixed in the
door when operating.
GASCONNECTIONWARNING:
Onlypersonslicensedtoworkwith
gas piping may make the neces-
sarygasconnectionstothisappli-
ance.
1) If the appliance is to be installed into an
existing chimney system, thoroughly clean
the masonry or factory built fireplace.
2) The gas connection is 12" BSP.
SPECIFICATIONS
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Mantel clearances for Installation
into a Zero Clearance Kit are differ-
ent. Please refer to the Zero Clear-
ance Kit Manual for details.
Mantel Clearances with
Bay and Flush Louvres in
MasonryInstallation
MINIMUM FIREPLACE
DIMENSIONS
The minimum fireplace dimensions for the Re-
gency gas space heater are shown in the
following diagrams:
Note: A non-combustible mantel may
be installed at a lower height if the
framing is made of metal studs
covered with a non-combustible
board.
MINIMUM
CLEARANCES TO
COMBUSTIBLES
The minimum fireplace clearances for the Re-
gency gas space heater are shown in the
following diagrams:
From Unit
Sides A 255mm
Ceiling B 1205mm
Mantle C see Mantel
Clearances
From Surround
(660 mm x 1016 mm)
Sides D 100mm
Ceiling E 1055mm
Max. Mantle Depth G 305mm
Hearth Height H 0mm
Hearth Depth I 405mm
Hearth Width J 1015mm
Min. Alcove Width K 1220mm
Max. Alcove Depth L 915mm
NATURAL PROPANE
GAS
INJECTOR #37 #52
SIZE 2.65mm 1.6mm
INPUT Min.17 mj/h Min.17mj/h
RATING Max. 31 mj/h Max. 31 mj/h
MANIFOLD
PRESSURE Max. 0.9 kPa Max. 2.59 kPa

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Regency I31-2 Gas Fireplace Inbuilt
TEST FOR FLUE
SPILLAGE
A " spillage" test must be made before
the installed unit is left with the custom-
er. Follow the procedure below:
1) Start all exhaust fans in the home and then
close all external doors and windows in the
house.
2) Light the unit and set controls to maximum.
Turn fan off.
3) After five minutes, test that there is a “pull”
on the flue by placing a smoke match,
cigarette or similar device which gives off
smoke, in front of the spill tube. To ensure
a valid test, place a scrap piece of sheet
metal (or other noncombustible material)
betweenthespilltubeandtheupperlouvre,
this will prevent the natural convection of
the unit from interfering with the test. See
diagram 1.
Diagram 1
GAS INSERT
AERATION SYSTEM
The aeration adjustment rod is attached to the
air shutter which is located just above the
orifice bracket. The rod is used to adjust the
aeration on the main burner without having to
take the appliance apart.
Theburner aeration is factorysetbut may need
adjusting due to either the local gas supply, air
supplyoraltitude.Thisadjustmentisperformed
by the installer. (Pull the rod for a more yellow
flame,or push therod to makethe flame bluer.)
Natural Gas: 8 mm open
Propane: full open
Note: Any damage due to carboning re-
sulting from improperly setting
the aeration controls is NOT cov-
ered under warranty.
INSTALLATION
DRAFT DIVERTER
CONNECTION
1) Attach the flue to the flue collar on the
detachable draft diverter. The flue collar of
the appliance will fit inside a standard flue
and may be fastened directly to the flue by
sheet metal screw. Diagram 1.
NOTE: Final gas connection should be af-
ter unit is in place to avoid damage
to line when pushing the unit into
position.
Diagram 1
Diagram 2
FLUEING
THEAPPLIANCEMUSTNOTBECONNECTED
TOACHIMNEYFLUESERVINGASEPARATE
SOLIDFUELBURNINGAPPLIANCE.
Thisapplianceisdesignedtoattachtoa100mm
diameter twin skin or listed gas fuel type flue
liner running the full length of the chimney. A
minimumflueheightof3.6m. is recommended.
The Regency Inbuilt Fireplace incorporates its
own internal draft diverter, so no additional
external draftdiverter is required.
Periodically check that the flue is unrestricted
and an adequate draft is present when the unit
is in operation. (See page 7 for spillage test.)
Before installing flue system ensure that the
damper plate is open and secure to prevent the
damper plate from falling down and crushing
the liner.
Install to AG 601,(Australia) NZS 5261 (New
Zealand).
Combustion and Ventilation Air
WARNING: This appliance needs
freshairforsafeoperationandmust
beinstalledwithprovisionsforade-
quate combustion and ventilation
air available to the room in which it
is to be operating.
Air for combustion is drawn in through the front
of the unit, therefore, the front of the unit must
be kept clear of any obstructions.
GAS PRESSURE TEST
The unit is preset to give the correct gas input
at the specified manifold pressures shown on
the label. The maximum gas manifold pressure
is: Natural Gas 0.9kPa
Propane 2.65kPa
The manifold pressure is controlled by a regu-
lator built into the gas control, and should be
checked at the pressure test point. The pres-
sure check should be carried out with the unit
burning and the setting should be within the
limits specified.
2) Before pushing the appliance into position
inside the fireplace, align the draft diverter
with the guides on the insert top and push
forward. While pushing the unit back into
place keep pulling the draft diverter forward
until the screw hole in the spill tube aligns
with the screw hole in the top of the firebox.
Thescrew is secured through theinside top
ofthefireboxintothebottomofthespilltube.
(If screw holes do not line up then draft
diverter is not positioned correctly.)
Diagram 2.

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LOG SET
INSTALLATION
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 contains the following:
a) 02-43 Rear Log 902-227
b) 02-45 Front Right Log 902-229
c) 02-56 Middle Left Log 902-230
d) 02-46 Left Top Log 902-231
e) 02-47 Center Log 902-232
f) 02-48 MiddleRightLog 902-226
g) 02-44 Front Left Log 902-228
h) Embers and Rockwool
i) Vermiculite and Ember combination
Note: Install Optional Brick Panels prior
to installing logs.
Vermiculite and
embers. Vermiculite and
embers.
Vermiculite and
embers.
The "02" refer numbers (i.e. 02-43) are
molded into the rear of each log.
INSTALLATION
The smoke should be drawn into the spill tube.
If the smoke is still not drawn into the spill tube,
turn the unit off and check for the cause of the
lack of draft. If necessary, rectify.
Diagram 1
Diagram 2
Diagram 3
For wind turbulent sites, a wind cap may rem-
edy the problem.
Note: The thermally activated safety
switch will sense the change in temper-
ature and shut down the gas valve in the
event of a severe downdraft or a blocked
or disconnected flue. The switch acts as
a safety shut-off to prevent a build-up of
carbon monoxide. If the flue is blocked or
has no "draw", the switch will automati-
cally shut off the supply of gas within 5 -
10 minutes. Tampering with the switch
can result in carbon monoxide (CO) poi-
soning and possible death.
If the heater turns off because of lack of
draft during the spillage test, check for
the cause and if necessary, rectify.
The thermally actuated safety switch will
automatically reset after it has cooled off.
The switch will continue to cycle until the
draft problem is corrected. DO NOT BY-
PASSOR DISCONNECT THISSWITCH.
OPTIONAL
BRICK PANEL
1) Unwrap the brick pattern panels from the
protective wrapping.
2) Remove the glass front if it is already
installed (see manual).
3) Puttherearbrickpanelflatagainsttheback
of the unit.
4) Beforeinstallingthe side brickpanels,loos-
en the screws for the brick tabs enough so
that you can slide the brick tabs on to the
screws easily but that the tabs are secure.
For the location of the side brick tab screws
see diagram 1.
5) Remove the brick tabs and slide the side
brick panels into position. See diagram 3.
Install the brick tabs. See diagram 2.
1) Carefully remove the logs from the box and
unwrap them. The logs are fragile, handle
with care - do not force into position.
2) Sprinkle the vermiculite and ember combi-
nation around the firebox base.
3) Place Rear Log A)02-43 on the two pins on
the rear log support.

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Regency I31-2 Gas Fireplace Inbuilt
Logs D)02-46 and E)02-47 in position.
6) Place the Left Top Log D)02-46 on the pin
on Log C)02-56 and on top of the cutout
on Log A)02-43.
7) Place the notch in Center Log E)02-47 over
Log B)02-45 and across the cutout on Log
A)02-43.
Cutout
Pin
Cutout
Notch
8) PositionnotchinFrontRightLogF)02-48on
LogE)02-47andpushthebottomrightedge
against the bracket on the burner tray and
the front edge of the rear burner.
Notch Bracket
10)Place the embers and Rockwool on the
exposed front burner tray.
11)Test fire to ensure proper light off (make
sure flame flows smoothly from one end of
burner to the other. If there is any flame
hesitation,checkthatareafor anyblockage
of the burner port.
12)Install flush glass and optional bay glass as
per instructions in this manual.
D)02-46
E)02-47
F)02-48
9) Place Front Left Log G)02-44 onto the 2
front pins as shown.
G)02-44
C)02-56
A)02-43
B)02-45
A)02-43
B)02-45
E)02-47
C)02-56
A)02-43
B)02-45
F)02-48
D)02-46
G)02-44
E)02-47
F)02-48
B)02-45
Bracket
A)02-43
Front edge of
rear burner
The bottom right edge of Log F)02-48 must
sit snugly against the bracket and the front
edge of the rear burner.
Side View
Pins on Rear Log Support
Logs A)02-43, C)02-56, and
B)02-45 in position
A)02-43
B)02-45
C)02-56
INSTALLATION
4) Place Front Right Log B)02-45 on the two
pins as shown.
5) Place the Middle Left Log C)02-56 on the
two pins as shown.

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FLUSH FRONT
INSTALLATION
1) Install Logs before going on to the next
step. See the Log Installation instruction
sheet or page 8 in the manual.
2) Install the bottom glass trim by hooking the
trimintothelipon the firebox base. The trim
will not fit into place if the glass is installed
first.
Diagram 1
Diagram 3
Diagram 4
FACEPLATE & TRIM
INSTALLATION
1) Lay the faceplate panels flat, face down on
something soft so they don't scratch.
2) Take the top faceplate and align the holes
in it with the holes in the side panels. Using
the screws provided, attach from the top
of the panel (the holes in the top panel are
slightly larger than the holes in the side
panel to facilitate easier installation). See
diagram 1.
Diagram 2
Rear View: Trim Assembly
Diagram 5
Hint: Don't tighten the trim to the bottom of
the faceplate side panels with the screws
provided. See diagram 1.
3) Using the connectors provided, join the left
sidetrim(withtheON/OFFswitch)tothetop
trim. Connect the right side trim to the top
trim.See diagram 2.
4) Place the trim on the assembled faceplate
panels, aligning the wire connections from
the switches with the notch on the left side
panel.
5) Hookup the 3 Fan Switch wires to the fan
switch on the left side trim. Diagram 3.
WARNING: The 3 wires are to the
Fanandthe 2 wires aretothe ON/
OFF burner switch. DO NOT con-
nect to the wrong switch.
WARNING:
Ensure that the wires do NOT
touch the firebox
INSTALLATION
6) Connectthe2 burner ON/OFFswitchwires
by taking the yellow and orange wires with
thefemaleendsandconnectingthemtothe
burner ON/OFF switch.
7) Tuck the wires into the faceplate to keep
them away from the inbuilt fireplace using
theclipprovided. Attach the clip tothe rear
of the faceplate to ensure that the wires do
not touch the side of the unit. See diagram
3.
8) The power cord should be run behind the
faceplate panel.
9) Attach the brass trim to the faceplate by
drillinga1/8"holethroughintothefaceplate
usingtheholeinthetrimasaguide. Fasten
the trim to the faceplate panels using the
plated screws. See diagram 4.
10)Attach the faceplate panels* to the inbuilt
fireplace body using the 4 remaining black
screws. See diagram 5.
11)Push the Regency logo plate into the two
holes in the bottom left corner of the face-
plate. See diagram 4.