Regency GFI300LNG-R User manual

Models: GFI300LNG-R
GFI300LLP-R
GFI300LULPG-R
Owners &
Installation
Manual
Nov. 25/14
LISTINGS AND CODE APPROVALS
These gas appliances have been tested in
accordance with AS4553, 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.
919-293b
GFI300L 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:do not use any phone
in your building.
Immediately call your gas
supplier from a neighbour's
phone. Follow the gas sup-
plier's instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas
supplier, call the fire depart-
ment.
WARNING:
Improper installation,adjustment,alteration,
service or maintenance can cause injury or
property damage. Refer to this manual. For
assistance or additional information 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
by an authorised installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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.The Regency Gas Fireplace Series of hand crafted appliances has been designed
to provide you with all the warmth and charm of a fireplace, at the flick of a switch. The model
GFI300L 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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Copy of Data Label........................................................4
Unit Dimensions ............................................................5
Installation
For your safety...............................................................6
Gas pipe testing.............................................................6
Before you start .............................................................6
Checklist........................................................................6
Minimum replace dimensions ......................................7
Masonry Installation:..............................................7
Mantel Leg Clearances..................................................8
Minimum Clearances to Combustibles..........................8
Mock Fireplace dimensions...........................................9
Optional mock replace Installation.............................10
Standoff Assembly ...............................................10
Framing & Finishing..................................................... 11
Appliance Gas connection ..........................................12
Draft diverter Connection.............................................13
Gas connection ...........................................................13
Flueing.........................................................................13
Test For Flue Spillage..................................................13
Gas Line Installation....................................................14
Pilot Adjustment...........................................................14
Gas Pipe Pressure Testing..........................................14
845 S.I.T. Valve Description.........................................14
Aeration Adjustment ....................................................14
Conversion Kit to LP or ULPG.....................................15
Optional Enamel panels ..............................................17
Log Set installation ......................................................18
Glass door installation .................................................21
Faceplate & trim installation ........................................22
Primary Glass guard installation..................................23
Optional mesh guard installation .................................23
Wiring ..........................................................................24
Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions ................................................25
Lighting Instructions.....................................................25
Shutdown Instructions .................................................25
First Fire ......................................................................25
Remote Control ..........................................................25
Summary Of Controls .................................................25
Fan Operation..............................................................25
Copy of Lighting Plate Instructions..............................26
Normal Operating Sounds Of .....................................26
Gas Appliances............................................................26
Resetting the unit.........................................................26
Maintenance
Maintenance Instructions.............................................27
General Vent Maintenance..........................................27
Glass Gasket...............................................................27
Glass Door...................................................................27
Glass Replacement .............................................27
Valve Tray replacement ...............................................28
Fan maintenance.........................................................29
Pressure switch replacement ......................................29
Parts
Main Assembly ............................................................31
Faceplate Assembly ....................................................33
Burner and pilot Assembly...........................................33
Warranty
Warranty ......................................................................35

4Regency GFI300L Gas Fireplace Inbuilt
INSTALLATION
(Australia Only)
This is a copy of the label that accompanies
each Regency GFI300L Gas Inbuilt fireplace.
We have printed a copy of the contents here
for your review.
DATA BADGE 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.

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INSTALLATION
UNIT DIMENSIONS
236mm
362mm
584mm
288 mm
38mm
908mm
682mm
683 mm
362 mm
100 mm
flue

6Regency GFI300L Gas Fireplace Inbuilt
INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT:
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
The Regency Gas Fireplace must be installed in
accordance with these instructions. Carefully read
all the instructions in this manual first.
NOTE: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUC-
TIONS COULD CAUSE A MALFUNC-
TION OF THE HEATER WHICH COULD
RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY
INJURY,AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUC-
TIONS 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 information
in the current AS5601-2013, 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, Propane, or ULPG
Electrical: 240 volt 50 hz system
Fan/Blower: 3-speed
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's installation
instructions,local gas fitting regulations,
municipal building codes, water supply
regulations,electrical wiring regulations, with
AS5601-2013.(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 carpet-
ing, bedding material, etc. It is imperative 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 instruc-
tions. This appliance may only be installed in a
flued, non-combustible fireplace. The appliance
and flue should be enclosed when installed or
passing through 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) To prevent injury, do not allow anyone who is
unfamiliar with the operation to use the fireplace.
9) Assemble and install the faceplate and trim.
10) Install the glass front.
11) Install bottom louvres and flush front.
12) Install Optional Remote Control.
13) Final check: Before leaving this unit with the
customer, the installer must ensure that the
appliance is firing correctly. This includes:
a) Clocking the appliance to ensure the correct
ring rate.
b) Adjusting the primary air, if required, to en-
sure that the ame does not carbon. See
page 7.
c) Ensuring that the appliance is ueing cor-
rectly. See page 7.
INSTALLATION
CHECKLIST
The Regency Gas Insert is installed as listed below.
1) Unit Location - check Clearances to Combus-
tibles.
2) Make the gas connections.
3) Install the flue or liner to the sliding draft diverter.
4) Install Flueing. Slide the unit into the fireplace.
Attach draft diverter to the insert.
5) Test gas pressure. Check aeration.
6) Test for flue spillage.
7) Install the optional panels.
8) Install the log set.
WARNING: This fireplace has been converted
for use with a gas fireplace insert only and
cannot 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.”.

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INSTALLATION
MINIMUM FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS
The below minimum cavity requirements are to be maintained to ensure safe
and proper operation of the appliance. Ensure all construction conforms to
local building codes.
MASONRY INSTALLATION:
The minimum fireplace dimensions for a masonry installation are shown in
the diagrams below.
367mm
590mm
688mm
367mm
238mm125mm

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INSTALLATION
12" 6"
(152mm)
12" (305mm)
0
21-1/4"
(540mm)
10"
(254mm)
26"
(660mm)
To pof
Fireplace
Opening
20"
(508mm)
(305mm)
13"
(330mm)
1"
(25mm)
Top of Faceplate
MINIMUM
CLEARANCES TO
COMBUSTIBLES
The minimum fireplace clearances for the Regency gas space heater are
shown in the following diagrams:
From Unit
Sides A 464 mm
Ceiling B 860 mm
Mantle C see Mantel Clearances
Min. Alcove Width E 1924 mm
Max. Alcove Depth F 914 mm
D
E
C
A
B
F
4"
(102mm)
Allowable mantel
leg projection
7-1/8” (181mm)
10”(203mm)
13 ”(279mm)
1.5" (38mm)
MANTEL LEG
7”(178mm)
MANTEL LEG CLEARANCES
Combustible mantel leg clearances as per diagram:

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INSTALLATION
Framing
Dimensions Description GFI300L
AFraming Height 25-5/8” (650mm)
BFraming Width 31-1/2" (800mm)
C*Framing Depth 16-1/2" (420mm)
E Corner Wall Depth 39-9/16" (1006mm)
FCorner Facing Wall Width 56" (1422mm)
I Gas Connection Opening Height 2" (51mm)
J Gas Connection Height 2-5/8" (67mm)
K Gas Connection Inset 3-11/16" (99mm)
LGas Connection Opening Width 2-1/2" (64mm)
A
B
C
Timber
Studs
F
E
I
J
K
L
Finished Floor
C
C
Note: All framing may
be of wood construction.
OPTIONAL MOCK FIREPLACE (ZERO CLEARANCE) DIMENSIONS
(NO MASONRY CHIMNEY)

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INSTALLATION
OPTIONAL MOCK FIREPLACE (ZERO CLEARANCE) INSTALLATION
Diagram 1
Diagram 2
Diagram 3
Diagram 4
STANDOFF ASSEMBLY
The top, side, rear and bottom standoffs are shipped in a flat position and
must be folded into shape and attached - see Diagram 1.
1. Remove the standoffs from the mock fireplace packaging.
2. Take each standoff and bend into the correct shape. Bend up at the bend
lines until the screw holes in the standoff and the pre-punched screw holes
on the unit line up.
3. Install left and right nailing brackets. Remove existing screws from the
outside of the unit - line up bracket with holes in the unit and secure with
2 removed screws.
See framing clearance dimensions in the installation manual.
Mock Fireplace (zero clearance) Kit Contents
3 Standoffs
2 Side brackets
Note: Side brackets can be adjusted between 13 mm to 38 mm. This
adjustment must be done before unit is moved into framed opening.