Regency Fireplace Products P33-NG4 Quick start guide

FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. 6988 Venture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4
918-520b
MODELS: P33-NG4 Natural Gas P33-LP4 Propane
02/26/09
WARNING:
Iftheinformationintheseinstructionsarenotfollowedexactly,
a fire or explosion may result causing property damage,
personal injury or loss of life.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline 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.
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 fire department.
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.
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Owners &
Installation Manual
P33-4 Zero Clearance
Direct Vent Gas Fireplace

WARNING
HOT GLASS
DO NOT TOUCH
NEVER
WILL
CAUSE BURNS
GLASS
UNTIL COOLED
ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS
CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE ALERTED TO
THE HAZARDS OF HIGH SURFACE TEMPERATURES,
ESPECIALLY THE FIREPLACE GLASS, AND SHOULD
STAYAWAYTOAVOIDBURNSORCLOTHINGIGNITION.

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To the New Owner:
Congratulations!
You are the owner of a state-of-the-art Gas Fireplace by FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. The
P33-4 has been designed to provide you with all the warmth and charm of a wood fireplace at the flick of a switch.
The P33-4 has been approved by Warnock Hersey/Intertek 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.
INFORMATION FOR MOBILE/MANUFACTURED HOMES AFTER FIRST SALE
This Regency®product has been tested and listed by Warnock Hersey/Intertek as a Direct Vent Wall Furnace to the following
standards: VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATERS ANSI Z21.88-2002/CSA 2.33-2002 and GAS-FIRED APPLIANCES FOR USE
AT HIGH ALTITUDES CAN/CGA-2.17-M91.
This Direct Vent System Appliance must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions and the
Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, or the current Standard of Fire Safety Criteria for
Manufactured Home Installations, Sites, and CommunitiesANSI/NFPA501A, and with CAN/CSAZ240-MH Mobile Home Standard
in Canada.
This appliance installation must comply with the manufacturer's installation instructions and local codes, if any. In the absence of
local codes follow the current National Fuel Gas Code,ANSI Z223.1 and the current National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA70 in the
U.S.A., and the current CAN/CGA B149 Gas Installation Code and the current Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 in Canada.
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.
ThisRegency®Mobile/ManufacturedHomeListed
appliance comes factory equipped with a means
to secure the unit.
ThisRegency®Mobile/ManufacturedHomelisted
appliance comes equipped with a dedicated #8
groundlugtowhichan18gaugecopperwirefrom
the steel chassis ground must be attached.
Thisappliancemaybeinstalledinanaftermarket
permanently located, manufactured (mobile)
home, where not prohibited by local codes.
This appliance is only use with the type of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is
not convertible for use with other gases, unless
a certified kit is used.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Double Screen Door...................................................38
Optional Bay Door......................................................38
Optional Bay Trim.......................................................38
Flush Louvers.............................................................38
Bay Louvers................................................................39
Full Screen doors .......................................................40
Contemporary Faceplate Installation Part 1...............42
Contemporary Faceplate Installation Part 2...............43
Contemporary Faceplate Installation Part 3...............44
Optional Wall Thermostat ..........................................46
Optional Remote Control............................................46
Optional Wall Switch...................................................46
Wiring Diagrams ........................................................47
Installing the Optional Fan..........................................49
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Copy of the Lighting Plate Instructions.......................50
Operating Instructions ................................................51
Lighting Procedure .....................................................51
Shutdown Procedure..................................................51
First Fire .....................................................................51
Aeration Adjustment ...................................................51
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Instructions............................................52
General Vent Maintenance.........................................52
Normal Operating Sounds of Gas Appliances............52
Gold-Plated Louvers/trim............................................52
Log Replacement .......................................................52
Thermopile/Thermocouple..........................................53
Glass Gasket..............................................................53
Door Glass..................................................................53
Removing Valve..........................................................54
Installing Valve............................................................54
PARTS LIST
Main Assembly ...........................................................55
Burner & Log Assembly..............................................57
Flush Front & Louvers................................................58
Contemporary Faceplate............................................59
WARRANTY
Warranty ...................................................................63
SAFETY LABEL
Safety Label...................................................................4
REQUIREMENTS
MA Code - CO Detector ................................................5
INSTALLATION
Important Message ......................................................6
Before You Start ............................................................6
General Safety Information............................................6
Manufactured Mobile Home Additional Requirements ..6
Installation Checklist......................................................7
Locating Your Fireplace.................................................7
Duct System Option.......................................................7
INSTALLATION
Unit Dimensions ............................................................8
Unit Dimensions with Contemporary Faceplate ............8
Clearances for Bay or Flush front..................................9
Clearances with Contemporary Faceplate ....................9
Combustible Mantels...................................................10
Mantel Leg Clearances with Flush or Bay Glass.........11
Mantel Leg Clearances w/Contemporary Faceplate ...11
Framing and Finishing.................................................12
Framing Dimensions with Contemporary Faceplate....13
Framing & Finishing with Contemporary Faceplate.....14
Unit Assembly Prior to Installation...............................15
Venting Introduction.....................................................15
Exterior Vent Termination Locations............................16
Regency®Direct Vent flex System ..............................17
Installation Procedures................................................18
Rigid Pipe Venting Systems ........................................19
4” x 6-5/8” Rigid Pipe Cross Reference Chart.............20
Rigid Pipe Venting Arrangements ...............................22
Vertical Termination with Co-Linear Flex System........28
Venting Arrangements - Vertical Terminations ............29
Unit installation with Horizontal termination.................30
Unit installation with Vertical Termination ....................31
Gas Line Installation....................................................31
Pilot Adjustment...........................................................32
High Elevation .............................................................32
Gas Pipe Pressure Testing..........................................32
S.I.T. Valve Description................................................32
Conversion from NG to LP ..........................................33
Optional Brick Panels..................................................36
Log Set Installation......................................................36
Standard Flush Door ...................................................37
Optional Flush Trim .....................................................37

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SAFETY LABEL
Thisisacopyofthelabelthataccompanieseach
P33-4ZeroClearanceDirectVentGasFireplace.
Wehave printedacopyofthecontents here for
your review. The safety label is located on the
front inside base of the unit, visible when the
bottom louver is open.
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.
SAFETY LABEL
FortheState of Massachusetts, installation
and repair must be done by a plumber or
gasfitter licensed in the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts.
For the State of Massachusetts, flexible
connectors shall not exceed 36 inches in
length.
For the State of Massachusetts, the appli-
ances individual manual shut-off must be a
t-handle type valve.
The State of Massachusetts requires the
installation of a carbon monoxide alarm in
accordancewithNFPA720 andaCOalarm
withbatterybackupinthesameroomwhere
the gas appliance is installed.

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REQUIREMENTS
5.08: Modifications to NFPA-54, Chapter 10
(2) Revise 10.8.3 by adding the following additional requirements:
(a) For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for
residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than
seven (7) feet above finished grade in the area of the venting, including but not limited to decks and porches, the following requirements shall
be satisfied:
1. INSTALLATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS. At the time of installation of the side wall horizontal vented gas fueled
equipment, the installing plumber or gasfitter shall observe that a hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm and battery back-up is
installed on the floor level where the gas equipment is to be installed. In addition, the installing plumber or gasfitter shall observe that a battery
operated or hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm is installed on each additional level of the dwelling, building or structure
served by the side wall horizontal vented gas fueled equipment. It shall be the responsibility of the property owner to secure the services of
qualified licensed professionals for the installation of hard wired carbon monoxide detectors
a. In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic, the hard wired carbon
monoxide detector with alarm and battery back-up may be installed on the next adjacent floor level.
b. In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can not be met at the time of completion of installation, the owner shall have a period of
thirty (30) days to comply with the above requirements; provided, however, that during said thirty (30) day period, a battery operated carbon
monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed.
2. APPROVED CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS. Each carbon monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above provisions
shall comply with NFPA 720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 listed and IAS certified.
3. SIGNAGE. A metal or plastic identification plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum height of eight
(8) feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment. The
sign shall read, in print size no less than one-half (1/2) inch in size, "GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW. KEEP CLEAR OF ALL
OBSTRUCTIONS".
4. INSPECTION. The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment shall not approve the installation
unless, upon inspection, the inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed in accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR
5.08(2)(a)1 through 4.
(b) EXEMPTIONS: The following equipment is exempt from 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1 through 4:
1. The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled "Equipment Not Required To Be Vented" in the most current edition of NFPA 54 as adopted by
the Board; and
2. Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in a room or structure separate from the dwelling, building or
structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes.
(c) MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS - GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM PROVIDED. When the manufacturer of Product
Approved side wall horizontally vented gas equipment provides a venting system design or venting system components with the equipment, the
instructions provided by the manufacturer for installation of the equipment and the venting system shall include:
1. Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting system design or the venting system components; and
2. A complete parts list for the venting system design or venting system.
(d) MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS - GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM NOT PROVIDED. When the manufacturer of a
Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment does not provide the parts for venting the flue gases, but identifies
"special venting systems", the following requirements shall be satisfied by the manufacturer:
1. The referenced "special venting system" instructions shall be included with the appliance or equipment installation instructions; and
2. The "special venting systems" shall be Product Approved by the Board, and the instructions for that system shall include a parts list and
detailed installation instructions.
(e) A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment, all venting instructions,
all parts lists for venting instructions, and/or all venting design instructions shall remain with the appliance or equipment at the completion of
the installation.
MA Code - CO Detector
(for the State of Massachusetts only)

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INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT MESSAGE
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
TheP33-NG4 or P33-LP4DirectVent 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
manufacturer's instructions and all applicable
codes.
BEFORE YOU START
Safeinstallationandoperationofthisappliance
requires common sense, however, we are
required by the Canadian Safety Standards
and ANSI Standards to make you aware of
the following:
GENERAL SAFETY
INFORMATION
1) Theapplianceinstallationmustconformwith
localcodesor,intheabsenceoflocalcodes,
with the current Canadian or National
Gas Codes, CAN1-B149 orANSI Z223.1
Installation Codes.
2) The appliance when installed, must be
electrically grounded in accordance with
localcodes,orintheabsenceoflocalcodes
with the current National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70 or CSA C22.1 Canadian
Electrical Code.
3) See general construction and assembly
instructions.Theapplianceandventshould
be enclosed.
4) This appliance must be connected to the
specified vent and termination cap to the
outsideofthebuildingenvelope.Nevervent
to another room or inside a building. Make
sure that the vent is fitted as per Venting
instructions.
5) Inspect the venting system annually for
blockage and any signs of deterioration.
6) Venting 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) Topreventinjury,donotallowanyone who
is unfamiliar with the operation to use the
fireplace.
9) Wearglovesandsafetyglassesforprotection
while doing required maintenance.
10) Be aware of electrical wiring locations in
walls and ceilings when cutting holes for
termination.
11) Under no circumstances should this
appliancebemodified.Partsthathavetobe
removed for servicing should be replaced
prior to operating this appliance.
12) Installationandanyrepairstothisappliance
should be done by a qualified 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) Theapplianceareamustbekeptclearand
free of combustible materials, (gases and
other flammable vapours and liquids).
MANUFACTURED
MOBILE HOME
ADDITIONAL
REQUIREMENTS
1) Ensure that structural members are not
cut or weakened during installation.
2) Ensure proper grounding using the #8
ground lug provided. Refer to "Wiring
Diagram" Section.
INSTALLATION AND REPAIR
SHOULD BE DONE BY A
QUALIFIEDSERVICEPERSON.
THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE
INSPECTED BEFORE USE
AND AT LEAST ANNUALLY
BY A PROFESSIONAL
SERVICE PERSON. MORE
FREQUENTCLEANINGMAYBE
REQUIREDDUETOEXCESSIVE
LINT FROM CARPETING,
BEDDING MATERIAL, ETC.
IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT
CONTROL COMPARTMENTS,
BURNERS AND CIRCULATING
AIR PASSAGEWAYS OF
THE APPLIANCE BE KEPT
CLEAN.
YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE
CAREFULLY SUPERVISEDWHEN
THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM
AS THE APPLIANCE.
Emissionsfromburning woodorgascould
contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES,
THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE
LOCATED OUTOFTRAFFICAND
AWAY FROM FURNITURE AND
DRAPERIES.
WARNING:FAILURETOINSTALL
THIS APPLIANCE CORRECTLY
WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY
AND MAY CAUSE A SERIOUS
HOUSE FIRE.
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 CLOTHING
IGNITION.
CLOTHING OR OTHER
FLAMMABLEMATERIALSHOULD
NOT BE PLACED ON OR NEAR
THE APPLIANCE.

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DUCT SYSTEM OPTION
Kit #946-556
The HeatWave Air Duct Kit increases the
effectiveness of your fireplace by dispersing
warmairfromthefireplacetoremotelocations
in the same room or other rooms in your
home.
Upto twokitsmaybeinstalledonthefireplace.
Please Note: Only 1 HeatWave kit may be
operatedatonetime.Thisincludestheinternal
blower option as well.
INSTALLATION
CHECKLIST
1) Locate appliance
a) Room location
(Refer to "Locating Your Fireplace"
Section)
b) Clearances to Combustibles
(Refer to "Clearances" Section)
c) Mantle Clearances
(Refer to "Combustible Mantels"
Section)
d) Framing & Finishing Requirements
(Refer to "Framing & Finishing"
Section)
e) Venting Requirements
(Refer to "Venting" Sections)
2) Assemble Top Facing Support and Side
NailingStrips(Referto"Unit AssemblyPrior
to Installation" Section). NOTE: Must be
done before installing unit into fireplace.
3) Install vent (Refer to "Venting" Sections)
4) Make gas and electrical connections. Test
the pilot. Must be as per diagram.
(Refer to "Gas Line Installation" and "Pilot
Adjustment" Section).
Convert to Propane if desired.
(Refer to "Conversion Kit from NG to LPG"
Section).
5) Installstandardandoptionalfeatures.Refer
to the following sections:
a. Optional Brick Panels
b. Log Set Installation
c. Standard Flush Door
d. Optional Flush Trim
e. Double Screen Door
f. Optional Bay Door
g. Optional Bay Trim
h. Flush Louvers
i. Bay Louvers
j. Full Screen Doors
k. Optional Contemporary Faceplate
l. Optional Wall Themostat
m. Optional Remote Control
n. Optional Wall Switch
o. Installing the Optional Fan
6) 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.
This includes:
1) Clockingtheappliancetoensurethecorrect
firingrate (ratenotedon label)afterburning
appliance for 15 minutes.
2) Ifrequired,adjustingtheprimaryairtoensure
that the flame does not carbon. First allow
the unit to burn for 15-20 min. to stabilize.
CAUTION:Any alterationtothe productthat
causes sooting or carboning that results
in damage is not the responsibility of the
manufacturer.
Diagram 1
INSTALLATION
LOCATING YOUR
FIREPLACE
1) Whenselectingalocationforyourfireplace,
ensure that the clearances outlined on this
page are met.
2) Provide adequate clearances for
servicing.
3) The appliance must be installed on a flat,
solid,continuoussurface(e.g.wood,metal,
concrete).Thismaybethefloor,orraisedup
on a platform to enhance its visual impact.
If the appliance is going to be installed
on carpeting, combustible linoleum tile or
othercombustiblematerialotherthanwood
flooring,theappliancemustbeinstalledona
metalorwoodpanelextendingthefullwidth
and depth of the appliance.
4) The P33-4 can be installed in a recessed
position or framed out into the room as in
A, B, C, D. See Diagram 1 below.
5) This appliance is Listed for bedroom
installationswhenusedwithaListedMillivolt
Thermostat. Some areas may have further
requirements, check local codes before
installation.
6) The P33-4 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace is
approvedforalcoveinstallations,whichmeet
the clearances listed on the "Clearances"
Section.
7) Werecommendthatyouplanyourinstallation
on paper using exact measurements for
clearances and floor protection before
actually installing this appliance. Have a
qualifiedinspector,dealer,orinstallerreview
your plans before installation.
Note: Forventterminationssee"ExteriorVent
Termination Locations" Section.
A) Flat on Wall
B) Flat on Wall Corner
C) Recessed into Wall/Alcove
D) Corner

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INSTALLATION
UNIT DIMENSIONS WITH
CONTEMPORARY FACEPLATE
33"(838mm)
33"(838mm)
23"(584mm)
12-3/4"(324mm)
29"(737mm)
28-1/2"(724mm)
31-1/2"(800mm)
UNIT DIMENSIONS

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INSTALLATION
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 fireplace and vent
system be installed only in accordance with these instructions.
CLEARANCES WITH CONTEMPORARY FACEPLATE
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: *Front Floor Clearance (min.) 1" (25mm) Underside of Unit
B: *Sidewall 7-1/2" (241mm) Side of Unit
C: *Ceiling
(room and/or alcove) 30" (889mm) Top of Unit
D: Alcove Width 48" (1219mm) Sidewall to Sidewall (Minimum)
E: Alcove Depth 36" (914mm) Front to Back Wall (Maximum)
B
C
Close to Ceiling
Flue Clearances to
Combustibles
Horizontal - Top 2-1/2"
Horizontal - Side 1-1/2"
Horizontal - Bottom 1-1/2"
Vertical (Flex Vent) 1-1/2"
Vertical (Rigid) 1-1/4"
*Note: All measurements are from the top/side of the unit, not optional front.
Clearances for Bay or Flush Front
The clearances listed below are Minimum
distances unless otherwise stated:
A major cause of chimney related fires is
failure to maintain
requiredclearances(airspace)tocombus-
tible materials.
It is of the greatest importance that this
fireplace and vent system
be installed only in accordance with these
instructions.
Clearance to Combustibles from:
Back 0" (0mm)
Side 0" (0mm)
Floor 0" (0mm)
NOTE: The minimum floor clearance must be
maintained
from the top surface of the carpeting, tile,
etc.
CLEARANCES FOR BAY OR FLUSH FRONT
Minimum Clearance from Top of Unit to:
Mantel* min. 7" (177mm)
Ceiling 30" (762mm)
from top of unit.
Side Wall Clearance
Bay or Flush Front 7-1/2" (191mm)
Minimum Vent Clearances:
2-1/2" (64mm) Horizontal Top
1-1/2" (38mm) Horizontal Side
1-1/2" (38mm) Horizontal Bottom
1-1/4" (32mm) Vertical Vent Clearance
(Rigid Vent)
1-1/2" (38mm) Vertical Vent Clearance
(Flex Vent)
Alcove Clearances:
Max. Depth 36" (914mm)
Min. Width 48" (1219mm)
Min. Height 59" (1499mm)
* see mantel clearance instructions.
Warning
Firehazardisanextremeriskifthese
clearances are not adhered to.