Regency Fireplace Products I31-NG3 Service manual

Model: I31-NG3
I31-LPG3
Owners &
Installation
Manual
09/10/12
LISTINGS AND CODE APPROVALS
These gas appliances have been tested in
accordance with AS4553, NZS 5262 and
have been certified by the Australian Gas
Associationforinstallationandoperationas
describedintheseInstallationandOperating
Instructions.
Yourunitshouldbeserviced annuallyby
an authorised service person.
918-001d
I31-3 Gas Inbuilt
FOR YOUR SAFETY
What to do if you smell gas:
Do not try to light any appli-
ance
Do not touch any electrical
switch:donotuseanyphone
in your building.
Immediately call your gas
supplier from a neighbour's
phone. Follow the gas sup-
plier's instructions.
Ifyou cannotreachyourgas
supplier, call the fire depart-
ment.
WARNING:
Improper installation, adjustment, altera-
tion, service or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Refer to this
manual. For assistance or additional in-
formation consult an authorised installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable vapours and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
Installation and service must be performed
byan authorisedinstaller, serviceagencyor
the gas supplier.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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REGENCY
GAS FIREPLACE INBUILT FIREPLACE
TO THE NEW OWNER
Congratulations! You are the owner of a state-of-the-art Gas Inbuilt Fireplace by Regency
Industries.TheRegencyGasFireplaceSeriesofhandcraftedapplianceshasbeendesigned
to provide you with all the warmth and charm of a fireplace, at the flick of a switch. The
model I31-3 of this series has been approved by Australian Gas Association 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.
40-1/4" (1022mm)
26-1/4" (667mm)
20-1/4" (514mm)
5/8"
(16mm)
1-3/8" (35mm)
27-7/8" (708mm) 13-1/2" (343mm)
11-3/4"
(298mm)
3-3/4"
(95mm)
38mm

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Regency I31-3 Gas Fireplace Inbuilt
TABLE OF CONTENTS
REGENCY GAS FIREPLACE INSERT
Unit Dimensions ..........................................................2
Safety Label.................................................................4
Installation
For Your Safety............................................................5
Specifications ..............................................................5
Installation Checklist....................................................5
Materials Required .....................................................5
Minimum Fireplace Dimension....................................6
Clearances to Combustibles........................................6
Gas Connection...........................................................6
Draft Diverter Connection............................................7
Flueing .................................................................7
- Combustion & Ventilation........................................7
Gas Pressure Test.......................................................7
Test for Flue Spillage...................................................7
Optional Brick Panel ...................................................8
Log Installation ............................................................8
Faceplate & Trim .......................................................10
Glass Front Installation
- Standard Flush Door (1 panel)..............................10
- Flush Louvres........................................................10
- Optional Bay Door (3 panel)..................................11
- Bay Louvres ..........................................................11
Hampton Cast Faceplate Installation.........................12
Hampton Cast Grill Installation..................................13
Barossa Curved Front ...............................................14
Optional Remote Control ..........................................15
Optional Wall Thermostat..........................................15
Wiring Diagram..........................................................15
Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions ...............................................16
Lighting Procedure ....................................................16
Shutdown Procedure.................................................16
First Fire ...............................................................16
Automatic Convection Fan Operation........................16
Normal Operating Sounds of Gas Appliances...........16
Copy of Lighting Instruction Plate..............................17
Maintenance
Maintenance..............................................................18
- Gold Plated Trim...............................................18
- Log Replacement..............................................18
- Door Glass Replacement..................................18
- Bay Glass Removal..........................................18
- Flush Glass Replacement.................................18
- Glass Gasket....................................................19
- Fan Maintenance..............................................19
Trouble Shooting ......................................................20
Parts List ...............................................................21
Warranty
Warranty ...............................................................27

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DATA BADGE
(Australia Only)
This is a copy of the label that accompanies
each Regency I31-3 Gas Inbuilt fireplace. We
have printed a copy of the contents here for
your review.
DATABADGE NOTE: Regency units are con-
stantlybeingimproved. Check the label on the
unitand if there isa difference,the label onthe
unit is the correct one.
DO NOT
DO NOT
DO NOT
DO NOT
DO NOT
DO NOT
OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE BEFORE READING THE
INSTRUCTIONS BOOKLET.
PLACE ARTICLES ON OR AGAINST THIS APPLIANCE
STORE CHEMICALS OR FLAMMABLE MATERIALS
SPRAY AEROSOLS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS
APPLIANCE WHILE IN OPERATION.
OPERATE WITH PANELS, COVERS OR GUARDS
REMOVED FROM THIS APPLIANCE.
ENCLOSE THIS APPLIANCE.
DO NOT MODIFY THIS APPLIANCE.
NEAR THIS APPLIANCE.
DO NOT
908-602a
Electrical Conforms to AS3100 240V 50Hz 1.0 amp Max.
Serial
Number
908-062f
Regency Gas Fireplace
Model
Gas Type NG LPG NG LPG
Model
AGA 5815G/5498G
AS4553 5815 5815 5498 5498
P36-NG P36-LPG I31-3NG I31-3LPG
Gas Consumption 33mj. 31mj. 31mj. 31mj.
Manifold Pressure 1.0kPa 2.7kPa .9kPa 2.59kPa
Injector Size 1x#37 1x#52 1x#37 1x#52
2.65mm 1.6mm 2.65mm 1.6mm
N2134 241
Distributed by:
Western Australia:
To be installed by an authorised person in
accordance with installation instructions
provided with the appliance.
Air Group Australia
28-30 Division St
Welshpool, WA 6106
Fireplace Products
Australia Pty. Ltd.
21-23 South Link Blvd.
Dandenong, VIC 3175
Eastern Australia:

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Regency I31-3 Gas Fireplace Inbuilt
INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT:
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
The Regency Gas Fireplace must be installed
inaccordancewith theseinstructions.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. Alwaysprovideadequatecombustionand
ventilation air. Follow instructions and informa-
tion in the current AS5601-2004, 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: NG or LPG (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,electricalwiringregulations,with
AS5601-2004.(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
serviceperson.Morefrequentcleaningmay
berequiredduetoexcessivelintfromcarpet-
ing, bedding material, etc. It is imperative
that control compartments, burners and
circulatingairpassagewaysoftheappliance
be kept clean and free from excessive lint
from carpeting.
4) See general construction and assembly
instructions.This appliance mayonlybe in-
stalledinaflued,non-combustiblefireplace.
The appliance and flue should be enclosed
when installed or passing through a living
area, where children may come in contact
with it.
5) Alwaysconnectthisspaceheatertoachim-
ney and flue to the outside of the building
envelope.Neverfluetoanotherroom. Make
sure that the flue is properly sized and is of
adequateheighttoprovidetheproperdraft.
6) Inspect the flueing system annually for
blockage and any signs of deterioration.
7) Anysafetyglassremovedforservicingmust
bereplacedpriortooperatingtheappliance.
8) To prevent injury, do not allow anyone who
is unfamiliar with the operation to use the
fireplace.
9) Installer must mechanically attach the sup-
plied label to the inside of the firebox of the
fireplace into which the gas fireplace insert
is installed.
“WARNING:This fireplace hasbeenconverted
forusewithagasfireplaceinsertonlyandcannot
be used for burning wood or solid fuels unless
all original parts have been replaced, and the
fireplace re-approved by the authority having
jurisdiction.”.
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) Test gas pressure, page 7. Check aeration,
page 7.
6) Test for flue spillage, page 7.
7) Install the optional brick panels. See page
8.
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 15.
13) Finalcheck:Beforeleavingthisunitwiththe
customer,theinstallermustensurethatthe
appliance is firing correctly. This includes:
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 supplyis required forthe gas
control to operate.A240 VoltAC power cord is
hooked up to the fan switch and blower. Plug 3
wire cord into a suitable receptacle. Do not cut
thegroundterminaloffunderanycircumstances.
When connected with 240 volts, the appliance
must be electrically grounded in accordance
with local codes.
Note: Thisunitisequippedwithaheatsen-
sorthermodiscwhichwillpreventthe
blower from operating until the unit
reaches the correct temperature.

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GAS CONNECTION
GAS CONNECTION WARNING:
Onlypersonslicensedtoworkwith
gaspipingmaymakethenecessary
gas connections to this appliance.
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.
3) Locate the center point where the flue will
passthroughthe chimney abovetheappli-
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:Iftheglassisremovedoropened
forservicing,itmustbereplacedandclosed
prior to operating the appliance. The glass
must be fixed in the door when operating.
SPECIFICATIONS
INSTALLATION
NOTE:MantelclearancesforInstallationinto
a Zero Clearance Kit are different.
Please refer to the Zero Clearance
Kit Manual for details.
Mantel Clearances with
Bay and Flush Louvres in
Masonry Installation
MINIMUM FIREPLACE
DIMENSIONS
The minimum fireplace dimensions for the
Regency gas space heater are shown in the
following diagrams:
Note: A non-combustible mantel may be
installedatalowerheightifthefram-
ing is made of metal studs covered
with a non-combustible board.
Note: A minimum of 38mm must be main-
tained for the rear of the unit and the
rearofthefireplacetoensurecorrect
operation of down draught divert.
Ensure the standoff tabs at the rear
of the unit are in position.
MINIMUM
CLEARANCES TO
COMBUSTIBLES
The minimum fireplace clearances for the
Regency gas space heater are shown in the
following diagrams:
From Unit
Sides A255 mm
Ceiling B1205 mm
Mantle C see Mantel
Clearances
From Surround
(660 mm x 1016 mm)
Max. Mantle Depth G 305 mm
Hearth Height H 0 mm
Hearth Depth I 405 mm
Hearth Width J 1015 mm
Min. Alcove Width K1220 mm
Max. Alcove Depth L 915 mm
NG LPG
INJECTOR #37 #52
SIZE 2.65mm 1.6mm
INPUT Min. 17 mj/h Min. 17 mj/h
RATING Max. 31 mj/h Max. 31 mj/h
MANIFOLD
PRESSUREMax. 0.9 kPa Max. 2.59 kPa

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Regency I31-3 Gas Fireplace Inbuilt
TEST FOR FLUE
SPILLAGE
A " spillage" test must be made before the
installedunitisleftwiththecustomer.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 frontofthe spilltube.Toensurea
validtest,placeascrappieceofsheetmetal
(orothernoncombustiblematerial)between
the spill tube and the upper louvre, this will
prevent the natural convection of the unit
from interfering with the test. See diagram
1.
Diagram 1
INSTALLATION
Diagram 1
Diagram 2
FLUEING
THEAPPLIANCE MUST NOT BE CONNECT-
ED TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING A SEPA-
RATE SOLID FUEL BURNING APPLIANCE.
This appliance is designed to attach to a 100
mm diameter twin skin or listed gas fuel type
fluelinerrunningthefulllengthofthechimney.A
minimumflueheightof3.6 m.isrecommended.
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 crush-
ing the liner.
Install to AS5601-2004,(Australia) NZS 5261
(New Zealand).
Combustion and Ventilation Air
WARNING: This appliance needs
freshairforsafeoperationandmust
be installed with provisions for ad-
equate 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:
NG 0.9 kPa
LPG 2.65 kPa
Themanifoldpressureiscontrolledbyaregulator
builtintothegascontrol,andshouldbechecked
at the pressure test point. The pressure check
should be carried out with the unit burning and
the setting should be within the limits specified.
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.
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
placekeep pullingthe draftdiverter forward
until the screw hole in the spill tube aligns
with the screw hole in the top of the firebox.
Thescrewissecuredthroughtheinsidetop
of the firebox into the bottom of the spill
tube. (If screw holes do not line up then
draft diverter is not positioned correctly.)
Diagram 2.
NOTE: Final gas connection should be after
unitisinplacetoavoiddamagetoline
when pushing the unit into position.

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LOG SET
INSTALLATION
Readtheinstructionsbelowcarefullyandre-
fertothediagrams. Iflogsarebrokendonot
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 Middle Right Log 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
Forwindturbulentsites,awindcapmayremedy
the problem.
Note: The thermally activated safety switch
willsensethechangeintemperatureandshut
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
preventabuild-upofcarbonmonoxide. Ifthe
flue is blocked or has no "draw", the switch
will automatically shut off the supply of gas
within 5 - 10 minutes. Tampering with the
switch can result in carbon monoxide (CO)
poisoning and possible death.
Iftheheaterturnsoffbecauseoflackofdraft
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
draftproblemiscorrected.DONOTBYPASS
OR DISCONNECT THIS SWITCH.
OPTIONAL
BRICK PANEL
1) Unwrap the brick pattern panels from the
protective wrapping.
2) Removetheglassfrontifitisalreadyinstalled
(see manual).
3) Puttherearbrickpanelflatagainsttheback
of the unit.
4) Beforeinstallingthesidebrickpanels,loosen
thescrews forthe bricktabsenough sothat
youcanslidethebricktabsontothescrews
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) Sprinklethevermiculiteandembercombina-
tion around the firebox base.
3) Place Rear LogA)02-43 on the two pins on
the rear log support.

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Regency I31-3 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) Position notch in Front Right Log F)02-48
on Log E)02-47 and push the bottom right
edgeagainstthe bracket on theburnertray
and the front edge of the rear burner.
Notch Bracket
9) PlaceFrontLeftLogG)02-44ontothe2front
pins as shown.
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,checkthatareaforanyblockage
of the burner port.
12) Install flush glass and optional bay glass as
D)02-46
E)02-47
F)02-48
per instructions in this manual.
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
5) Place the Middle Left Log C)02-56 on the
two pins as shown.
4) Place Front Right Log B)02-45 on the two
pins as shown.

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FLUSH FRONT
INSTALLATION
1) InstallLogsbeforegoingontothenextstep.
SeetheLogInstallation instruction sheet or
page 8 in the manual.
2) Install the bottom glass trim by hooking the
triminto thelipon thefirebox base.Thetrim
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. Us-
ing 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
side trim (with the ON/OFF switch) to the
top 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
Fanand the2 wiresareto theON/
OFF burner switch. DO NOT con-
nect to the wrong switch.
WARNING:
Ensure that the wires do NOT
touch the firebox
INSTALLATION
6) Connectthe2burnerON/OFFswitchwires
by taking the yellow and orange wires with
the female ends and connecting them to
the burner ON/OFF switch.
7) Tuck the wires into the faceplate to keep
them away from the inbuilt fireplace using
theclipprovided. Attach the clip totherear
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.