Regency I31-NG3 Quick start guide

Model: I31-NG3
I31-LPG3
Owners &
Installation
Manual
03/11/10
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

2Regency I31-3 Gas Fireplace Inbuilt
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

4Regency I31-3 Gas Fireplace Inbuilt
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
908-062e
Regency Gas Fireplace
Model
Gas Type NG LPG NG LPG
Model
-
AGA Approval number
to Code 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 -Front: 1x#37 1x#52 1x#37 1x#52
2.65mm 1.6mm 2.65mm 1.6mm
Rear NA NA NA NA
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.