Regency 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
10/31/11
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

2Regency®P33-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
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.

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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 HEATERSANSI Z21.88-2002/CSA2.33-2002 and GAS-FIREDAPPLIANCES FOR USEAT HIGHALTITUDES
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 Manu-
factured Home Installations, Sites, and Communities ANSI/NFPA 501A, and with CAN/CSA Z240-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 cur-
rent 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.
Ensure that structural members are not cut or weakened during installation.
This Regency®Mobile/Manufactured Home
Listed appliance comes factory equipped with
a means to secure the unit.
ThisRegency®Mobile/ManufacturedHomelist-
ed appliance comes equipped with a dedicated
#8groundlugtowhichan18gaugecopperwire
fromthesteelchassisgroundmustbeattached.
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
notconvertibleforusewithothergases,unless
a certified kit is used.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Optional Bay Door..................................................... 39
Optional Bay Trim...................................................... 39
Bay Louvers............................................................... 40
Full Screen doors ...................................................... 41
Contemporary faceplate installation part 1................ 43
Contemporary faceplate installation part 2................ 44
Contemporary faceplate installation part 3................ 45
Optional Remote Control........................................... 47
Optional Wall Thermostat ......................................... 47
Optional Wall Switch.................................................. 47
Wiring Diagrams ....................................................... 48
Installing the Optional Fan......................................... 50
Copy of the Lighting Plate Instructions...................... 51
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Operating Instructions ............................................... 52
Lighting Procedure .................................................... 52
Shutdown Procedure................................................. 52
First Fire .................................................................... 52
Aeration Adjustment .................................................. 52
Normal Operating Sounds of Gas Appliances...........53
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Instructions........................................... 53
General Vent Maintenance........................................ 53
Gold-Plated Louvers/trim.......................................... 53
Log Replacement ...................................................... 53
Thermopile/Thermocouple......................................... 54
Glass Gasket............................................................. 54
Door Glass................................................................. 54
Removing Valve......................................................... 55
Installing Valve........................................................... 55
PARTS LIST
Main Assembly .......................................................... 56
Burner & Log Assembly............................................. 58
Flush Front & Louvers............................................... 59
Contemporary faceplate............................................ 60
WARRANTY
Warranty.....................................................................63
SAFETY LABEL
Safety Label...................................................................5
REQUIREMENTS
Important Message ......................................................7
Before You Start ............................................................7
General Safety Information............................................7
Requirements................................................................7
INSTALLATION
Installation Checklist.................................................... 8
Locating your fireplace ..................................................8
Duct System Option.......................................................8
Unit Dimensions ............................................................9
Unit Dimensions with contemporary faceplate ..............9
Clearances for bay or flush front .................................10
Clearances with contemporary faceplate ....................10
Combustible Mantels...................................................11
Mantel Leg Clearances with Flush or bay glass..........12
Mantel Leg Clearances with contemporary Faceplate 12
Framing and Finishing.................................................13
Framing Dimensions with contemporary faceplate......14
Framing & Finishing with contemporary faceplate.......15
Unit Assembly Prior to Installation...............................16
Venting Introduction.....................................................16
Exterior Vent Termination Locations............................17
Regency®Direct Vent flex System ..............................18
Installation Procedures................................................19
Rigid Pipe Venting Systems ........................................20
4” x 6-5/8” Rigid Pipe Cross Reference Chart.............21
Rigid Pipe Venting Arrangements ...............................23
Vertical Termination
with Co-Linear Flex System...................................... 29
Venting Arrangements - Vertical Terminations .......... 30
Unit installation with Horizontal termination............... 31
Unit installation with Vertical Termination ..................32
Gas Line Installation.................................................. 32
Pilot Adjustment......................................................... 33
High Elevation ........................................................... 33
Gas Pipe Pressure Testing........................................33
S.I.T. Valve Description.............................................. 33
Conversion from NG to LP ........................................ 34
Optional Brick Panels................................................ 37
Log Set Installation.................................................... 37
Standard Flush Door ...................................................38
Optional Flush Trim ................................................... 38
Flush Louvers............................................................ 39
Double Screen Door.................................................. 39

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SAFETY LABEL
SAFETY LABEL
Thisisacopyofthelabelthataccompanieseach
P33-4ZeroClearanceDirectVentGasFireplace.
Wehaveprintedacopyofthe contents 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.
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 and a CO alarm
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-NG4orP33-LP4DirectVentFireplacemust
be installed in accordance with these instructions.
Carefully read all the instructions in this manual
first. Consult the "authority having jurisdiction" to
determinetheneedforapermitpriortostartingthe
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
Safe installation and operation of this appliance
requirescommonsense,however,wearerequired
by the Canadian Safety Standards and ANSI
Standards to make you aware of the following:
GENERAL SAFETY
INFORMATION
1) The appliance installation must conform with
local codes or, in the absence of local codes,
with the current Canadian or National Gas
Codes, CAN1-B149 orANSI Z223.1 Installa-
tion Codes.
2) The appliance when installed, must be electri-
cally grounded in accordance with local codes,
orintheabsenceoflocalcodeswiththecurrent
NationalElectricalCode,ANSI/NFPA70orCSA
C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code.
3) See general construction and assembly in-
structions. The appliance and vent should be
enclosed.
4) Thisappliancemustbeconnectedto the speci-
fied vent and termination cap to the outside of
the building envelope. Never vent to another
room or inside a building. Make sure that the
vent is fitted as per Venting instructions.
5) Inspecttheventingsystemannuallyforblockage
and any signs of deterioration.
6) Ventingterminalsshall notbe recessedintoawallor
siding.
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
unfamiliarwiththeoperationtousethefireplace.
9) Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection
while doing required maintenance.
10) Be aware of electrical wiring locations in walls
andceilingswhencuttingholesfortermination.
11) Under no circumstances should this appliance
be modified. Parts that have to be removed for
servicingshould be replaced priorto operating
this appliance.
12) Installation and any repairs to this appliance
should be done by a qualified service person.
Aprofessionalservicepersonshouldbecalled
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) The appliance area must be kept clear and
freeofcombustiblematerials,(gasesandother
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
lugprovided.Referto"WiringDiagram"Section.
Emissionsfromburning woodorgascould
contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
INSTALLATION AND REPAIR SHOULD
BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED
SERVICE PERSON. THE APPLIANCE
SHOULD BE INSPECTED BEFORE
USE AND AT LEAST ANNUALLY BY A
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PERSON.
MORE FREQUENT CLEANING MAY
BE REQUIRED DUE TO EXCESSIVE
LINT FROM CARPETING, BEDDING
MATERIAL,ETC.IT IS IMPERATIVETHAT
CONTROL COMPARTMENTS, BURNERS
AND CIRCULATING AIR PASSAGEWAYS
OF THE APPLIANCE BE KEPT CLEAN.
DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES, THE
APPLIANCE SHOULD BE LOCATED
OUT OF TRAFFIC AND AWAY FROM
FURNITURE AND DRAPERIES.
WARNING: FAILURE TO INSTALL THIS
APPLIANCE CORRECTLY WILL VOID
YOUR WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSE A
SERIOUS HOUSE FIRE.
CLOTHING OR OTHER FLAMMABLE
MATERIAL SHOULD NOT BE PLACED
ON OR NEAR THE APPLIANCE.
CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE
ALERTED TO THE HAZARDS OF HIGH
SURFACE TEMPERATURES, ESPE-
CIALLY THE FIREPLACE GLASS, AND
SHOULD STAY AWAYTO AVOID BURNS
OR CLOTHING IGNITION.
YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE CARE-
FULLY SUPERVISED WHENTHEY ARE
IN THE SAME AREA AS THE APPLI-
ANCE. TODDLERS,YOUNG CHILDREN
AND OTHERS MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE
TO ACCIDENTAL CONTACT BURNS. A
PHYSICAL BARRIERS IS RECOMMEND-
ED IFTHERE ARE AT RISK INDIVIDUAL
INTHE HOUSE. TO RESTRICT ACCESS
TO A FIREPLACE OR STOVE, INSTALL
AN ADJUSTABLE SAFETY GATE TO
KEEP TODDLERS, YOUNG CHILDREN
AND OTHER AT RISK INDIVIDUALS OUT
OF THE ROOM AND AWAY FROM HOT
SURFACES.

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INSTALLATION
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(rate notedonlabel)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:Anyalterationto theproductthat
causes sooting or carboning that results
in damage is not the responsibility of the
manufacturer.
Diagram 1
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:
Amajor 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.