P42 Gas Fireplace: Owners & Installation Manual

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Owners &
P42 Gas Fireplace Installation Manual
MODELS: P42-NG3 Natural Gas P42-LP3 Propane
WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY

If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, What to do if you smell gas:
a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, Do not try to light any appliance
personal injury or loss of life. Do not touch any electrical switch:
do not use any phone in your
FOR YOUR SAFETY building.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and Immediately call your gas supplier
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. from a neighbour's phone. Follow
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified the gas supplier's instructions.
installer, service agency or the gas supplier. 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.
918-407 FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. 6988 Venture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4 06/06/05
To the New Owner:
Congratulations!
You are the owner of a state-of-the-art Gas Stove by FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL. The P42
is a hand crafted appliance and has been designed to provide you with all the warmth and charm of a wood
fireplace at the flick of a switch. The model P42 has been approved by Warnock Hersey 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 as a Vented Gas Fireplace Heater to the following standards:
UL307B-1995, CAN/CGA-2.17-M91, ANSI Z21.88b-2003/CSA 2.33b-2003.
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 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/NFPA 70 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.
This Regency Mobile/Manufactured Home Listed appli-

ance comes factory equipped with a means to secure
the unit.
This Regency Mobile/Manufactured Home listed appli-

ance comes equipped with a dedicated #8 ground lug to
which an 18 gauge copper wire from the steel chassis
ground must be attached.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket perma-

nently 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.
2 Regency P42-3 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Label Brick Panels ............................................................. 23

Log Set Installation ................................................... 24
Safety Label ................................................................ 4 Flush Door ................................................................ 25
Flush Louvers ............................................................ 25
Double Screen Door .................................................. 25
Installation Bay Front .................................................................. 26
Bay Louvers .............................................................. 26
Important Message ..................................................... 5 Full Screen Front ...................................................... 27
Before You Start ......................................................... 5 Wiring Diagram ......................................................... 30
General Safety Information .......................................... 5 Remote Control ......................................................... 31
Installation Checklist ................................................... 5 Remote Wall Switch .................................................. 31
Manufactured Mobile Home Requirements .................. 6 Wall Thermostat ........................................................ 31
Unit Specifications ...................................................... 6
Locating Your Gas Stove ............................................. 6
Optional HeatWave Duct System ................................ 6 Operating Instructions
Optional Heat Release Kit ........................................... 6
Hearth ...................................................................... 6 Operating Instructions ............................................... 31
Clearances .................................................................. 7 Lighting Procedure .................................................... 31
Mantels ...................................................................... 7 Lighting Plate Instructions ......................................... 32
Mantel Leg Clearances ................................................ 7 Shutdown Procedure ................................................. 33
Framing and Finishing ................................................. 8 First Fire ................................................................... 33
Top Assembly & Nailing Strips .................................... 8 Normal Operating Sounds of Gas Appliances ............ 33
Venting Introduction .................................................... 8
Vent Restrictors .......................................................... 8
Exterior Vent Termination Requirements ..................... 9 Maintenance
Venting .................................................................... 10
Regency Direct Vent System (Flex) Horizontal Maintenance Instructions .......................................... 33
Termination Kits only .......................................... 10 Gold-Plated Louvers .................................................. 34
Rigid Pipe Venting Components List ......................... 11 Log Replacement ...................................................... 34
Rigid Pipe Venting - Horizontal or Vertical Thermopile/Thermocouple ......................................... 34
Terminations ....................................................... 12 Glass Replacement ................................................... 34
Venting Arrangements Horizontal Terminations ......... 13 Removing Fan ........................................................... 35
Venting Arrangements Vertical Terminations ............. 14 Replacing Fan ........................................................... 35
Vertical Terminations - Co-Linear Flex System .......... 17 Removing Valve ......................................................... 35
Venting Arrangements ........................................ 18 Installing Valve .......................................................... 36
Dura-Vent Horizontal Termination Installations .......... 19
Dura-Vent Vertical Termination Installation ................ 20
Installation Procedures for Regency Direct Vent Parts list
System Flex ....................................................... 21
System Data ............................................................. 22 Replacement/Spare Parts List ................................... 37
High Elevation ........................................................... 22
Gas Line Installation .................................................. 22
Gas Pipe Pressure Test ............................................ 22 Warranty
S.I.T. Valve Description ............................................. 22
Aeration Adjustment .................................................. 23 Warranty ................................................................... 43
Regency P42-3 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 3

SAFETY LABEL
This is a copy of the label that accompanies tents here for your review. The safety label is NOTE: Regency units are constantly being
each P42 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas located on the front inside base of the unit, improved. Check the label on the unit and if there
Fireplace. We have printed a copy of the con- visible when the bottom louver is open. is a difference, the label on the unit is the correct
one.
Copy of Safety Decal for P42
For the State 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 appliances individual manual shut-off must be a t-handle type valve.

INSTALLATION
annually. Make it a practice to have all of

IMPORTANT: YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE your gas appliances checked annually.
SAVE THESE CAREFULLY SUPERVISED WHEN
THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM AS 13) Do not slam shut or strike the glass door.
INSTRUCTIONS THE APPLIANCE. 14) Under no circumstances should any solid
fuels (wood, paper, cardboard, coal, etc.)
The P42-NG/P42-LP Direct Vent Fireplace must
be installed in accordance with these instructions. CLOTHING OR OTHER FLAMMA- be used in this appliance.
Carefully read all the instructions in this manual BLE MATERIAL SHOULD NOT BE 15) The appliance area must be kept clear and
first. Consult the "authority having jurisdiction" to PLACED ON OR NEAR THE APPLI- free of combustible materials, (gases and
determine the need for a permit prior to starting the ANCE. other flammable vapours and liquids).
installation. It is the responsibility of the installer to
ensure this fireplace is installed in compliance with
manufacturers instructions and all applicable Emissions from burning wood or gas could
codes.
GENERAL SAFETY contain chemicals known to the State of
INFORMATION California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
BEFORE YOU START 1) The appliance installation must conform
with local codes or, in the absence of local
Safe installation and operation of this appliance codes, with the current Canadian or Nation-
requires common sense, however, we are al Gas Codes, CAN1-B149 or ANSI Z223.1 INSTALLATION
required by the Canadian Safety Standards and Installation Codes.
ANSI Standards to make you aware of the CHECKLIST
following: 2) The appliance when installed, must be elec-
trically grounded in accordance with local 1) Locate appliance
INSTALLATION AND REPAIR codes, or in the absence of local codes with a) Room location, page 6
the current National Electrical Code, ANSI/ b) Clearances to Combustibles, page 7
SHOULD BE DONE BY AN AUTHOR- NFPA 70 or CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical c ) Mantle Clearances, page 7
IZED SERVICE PERSON. THE AP- Code. d) Framing & Finishing Requirements,
PLIANCE SHOULD BE INSPECTED page 8
3) See general construction and assembly
BEFORE USE AND AT LEAST AN- instructions. The appliance and vent should
e) Venting Requirements, pages 8-18.
NUALLY BY A PROFESSIONAL be enclosed.
2) Assemble Top Facing Support and Side
SERVICE PERSON. MORE FRE-
4) This appliance must be connected to the Nailing Strips, page 8. NOTE: must be
QUENT CLEANING MAY BE RE- done before installing unit into fire-
specified vent and termination cap to the
QUIRED DUE TO EXCESSIVE LINT outside of the building envelope. Never vent place.
FROM CARPETING, BEDDING MA- to another room or inside a building. Make
sure that the vent is fitted as per Venting 3) Install venting, pages 19-21.
TERIAL, ETC. IT IS IMPERATIVE
instructions.
THAT CONTROL COMPART- 4) Make gas and electrical connections. Test
MENTS, BURNERS AND CIRCULAT- 5) Inspect the venting system annually for the pilot. Must be as per diagram. Page 22.
ING AIR PASSAGEWAYS OF THE blockage and any signs of deterioration.
5) Test Gas Pressure. Page 22.
APPLIANCE BE KEPT CLEAN. 6) Venting terminals shall not be recessed into
a wall or siding. 6) Install brick panels (optional), page 23.
DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES,
7) Any safety glass removed for servicing 7) Install Flush Door Front (Standard) and
THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE LO-
must be replaced prior to operating the optional Flush Gold Trim, page 25. Install
CATED OUT OF TRAFFIC AND appliance. Optional Door Screen, page 25.
AWAY FROM FURNITURE AND
DRAPERIES. 8) To prevent injury, do not allow anyone who
8) Install Optional Bay Front and optional Bay
is unfamiliar with the operation to use the
Gold Trim, page 26.
fireplace.
WARNING: FAILURE TO INSTALL
9) Wear gloves and safety glasses for pro- 9) Install Louvers (Flush or Bay), pages 25-
THIS APPLIANCE CORRECTLY 26.
tection while doing required maintenance.
WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND
MAY CAUSE A SERIOUS HOUSE 10) Be aware of electrical wiring locations in 10) Install optional Wall Switch, Remote Con-
walls and ceilings when cutting holes for trol, or Wall Thermostat, page 31.
FIRE.
termination.
11) Final check.
CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD 11) Under no circumstances should this appli-
BE ALERTED TO THE HAZARDS ance be modified. Parts that have to be Before leaving this unit with the customer, the
removed for servicing should be replaced installer must ensure that the appliance is firing
OF HIGH SURFACE TEMPERA-
prior to operating this appliance. correctly and operation fully explained to
TURES, ESPECIALLY THE FIRE- customer.
PLACE GLASS, AND SHOULD 12) Installation and any repairs to this appliance
STAY AWAY TO AVOID BURNS OR should be done by an authorized service
person. A professional service person
CLOTHING IGNITION. should be called to inspect this appliance

INSTALLATION
This includes:
1) Clocking the appliance to ensure the cor- LOCATING YOUR
rect firing rate (rate noted on label 35,000
Btu/h) after burning appliance for 15 min-
GAS STOVE
utes.
1) When selecting a location for your stove,
2) If required, adjusting the primary air to ensure that the clearances outlined on this OPTIONAL
ensure that the flame does not carbon. page are met.
First allow the unit to burn for 15-20 min. to
DUCT SYSTEM
2) Provide adequate clearances for servic-
stabilize.
ing.
KIT #946-556
CAUTION: Any alteration to the product
3) The appliance must be installed on a flat, The HeatWave Air Duct Kit increases the
that causes sooting or carboning that
solid, continuous surface (e.g. wood, met- effectiveness of your fireplace by dispersing
results in damage is not the responsibil-
al, concrete). This may be the floor, or warm air from the fireplace to remote locations
ity of the manufacturer. in the same room or other rooms in your home.
raised up on a platform to enhance its
visual impact. If the appliance is going to be
installed on carpeting, combustible linole- Up to two kits may be installed on the fireplace.
MANUFACTURED um tile or other combustible material other Please Note: Only 1 HeatWave kit may be
than wood flooring, the appliance must be operated at one time. This includes the internal
MOBILE HOME installed on a metal or wood panel extend- blower option as well.
ADDITIONAL ing the full width and depth of the appli-
ance.
REQUIREMENTS OPTIONAL
4) The P42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace can be
1) Ensure that structural members are not cut installed in a recessed position or framed
out into the room as in A, B, C, D. See
HEAT RELEASE
or weakened during installation.
Diagram 1. KIT #946-570
2) Ensure proper grounding using the #8
ground lug provided. See page 28. The Heat Release Kit expels warm air from the
Diagram 1 fireplace to the outside of the building, allowing
the fireplace to be operated with less heat
entering the room. The kit may be used on either
UNIT SPECIFICATIONS A) Flat on Wall the left or right side.
B) Flat on Wall Corner
C) Recessed into
Wall/Alcove
D) Corner HEARTH
A hearth is not mandatory, but is recommended
5) This appliance is Listed for bedroom instal- for aesthetics and for added safety.
lations when used with a Listed Millivolt
Thermostat. Some areas may have further
requirements, check local codes before
installation.
6) The P42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace is ap-

proved for alcove installations, which meet
the clearances listed on this page.
7) We recommend that you plan your installa-

tion on paper using exact measurements
for clearances and floor protection before
actually installing this appliance. Have an
authorized inspector, dealer, or installer
review your plans before installation.
Note: For vent terminations see page 9

INSTALLATION
CLEARANCES MANTELS
The clearances listed below are Minimum dis- Because of the extreme heat this fireplace emits, the mantel clearances are critical.
tances unless otherwise stated: Combustible mantel clearances from louver are shown in the diagram below.
A major cause of chimney related fires is Note: A non-combustible mantel may be installed at a lower height if the framing is
failure to maintain required clearances made of metal studs covered with a non-combustible board.
(air space) to combustible materials. It is
of the greatest importance that this fire-
place and vent system be installed only in
accordance with these instructions.
Clearance to Combustibles from:

Back 0" (0mm)
Side 0" (0mm)
Floor 0" (0mm)
Minimum Clearance from Louver to:

Mantel min. 7" (177mm)
Ceiling 36" (914mm) from top
of louvers
Side Wall 6" (152mm)

Vent 1-1/2" (38mm) Flex
1-1/4" (32mm) Rigid Pipe
Alcove Clearances:
Max. Depth 36" (914mm)
Min. Width 52" (1321mm)
Min. Height 90" (2286mm)
This drawing is to scale at 1:6 (one inch = 6 inches)
Mantel can be installed anywhere in shaded area using the above scale for units with the Flush
Front and with the optional Bay Front.
Note: Ensure the paint that is used on the mantel and the facing is "heat resistant"
WARNING or the paint may discolour.
Fire hazard is an extreme risk
if these clearances are MANTEL LEG CLEARANCES
not adhered to.
Combustible mantel leg clearances as per diagram below:
The HeatWave Duct Kit

and the Heat Release
Kit have different clear-
ance and framing re-
Heat Release Kit quirements, check the
HeatWave and Heat Maximum
Release manual for de- 1-1/2" projection at 2"
tails. minimum clearance.

INSTALLATION
5) The unit does not have to be completely

FRAMING AND enclosed in a chase. The clearance on top
FINISHING of the unit from the top standoffs is 0" so
combustible building materials can be laid
directly on top of the standoffs. You must
1) The facing allows for 1/2" (13mm) of dry-
maintain these clearances from the vent to
wall material. The unit may be installed
combustible materials: Flex Termination
directly on/or against standard combusti-
clearance 1-1/2" (38mm), Simpson Dura-
ble building materials.
Vent clearance or (1-1/4" (32mm). Combus-
tible materials can be laid against the side
2) Frame in the enclosure for the unit with
and back standoffs and the stove base.
framing material. The framed opening for Diagram 3
the assembled kit is 36-5/8" high x 40-1/4"
wide x 19" deep (930mm H x 1022mm W
x 483mm D). See Diagram 1.
The HeatWave Duct Kit has different Diagram 4
clearance and framing requirements,
check the HeatWave manual for details. b) Mount the Side Nailing Strip using the 3
supplied screws into the 3 screw holes
or slots (diagram 4) on the side of the unit
and repeat for the other side. Use the hole
TOP ASSEMBLY & for a 1/2" (13mm) thick facing material and
NAILING STRIPS the slot for a range of thickness from 1"
to 1-1/2" (25mm to 38mm).
The Top Facing Support and Side Nailing Strips
Diagram 1 must be correctly positioned and attached be-
fore the unit is slipped into position.
VENTING
INTRODUCTION
1) The top standoffs are shipped installed.
The P42 uses the "balanced flue" technology
2) The Top Facing Support and the 2 Side
Co Axial system. The inner liner vents products
Nailing Strips can be installed at different
of combustion to the outside while the outer
depths depending on the width of your
liner draws outside combustion air into the
facing. Match the depths of the top facing
combustion chamber thereby eliminating the
support and the side nailing strips.
need to use heated room air for combustion and
losing warm room air up the chimney.
a) Mount Top Facing Support using the 3
supplied screws into the 3 pre-punched
screw holes on the top front of the unit. Note: These flue pipes must not be con-
See Diagrams 2 & 3 for the proper nected to any other appliance.
position of the Top Facing Support for
the various material depths. The gas appliance and vent system must be
vented directly to the outside of the building, and
never be attached to a chimney serving a
separate solid fuel or gas burning appliance.
Each direct vent gas appliance must use it's
own separate vent system. Common vent sys-
tems are prohibited.
VENT RESTRICTOR
A vent restrictor may be required. Check the
diagrams on pages 13 to 18 to determine if the
#6 restrictor is needed for your vent configu-
Diagram 1 ration. If required, attach the 2 piece #6 restric-
tor using 4 screws per piece to the inside top
of the firebox.
Note: 43" (1092mm) is the minimum
height for flex termination and
Simpson Dura-Vent terminations.
3) For exterior walls, insulate the enclosure to
the same degree as the rest of the house,
apply vapour barrier and drywall, as per
local installation codes. (Do not insulate
the fireplace itself.)
4) The top louvers must not be closer than 36" Diagram 2

(914mm) to the ceiling.

Inside Vertical
corner detail Termination
Vertical
Termination G
V
A
24"
24" 18"
D V
V
E
H
B
V
C B
M Fixed B
V V
Regency P42-3 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace

Closed
.
V Openable Fixed Closed
F V Openable
B N
V A
L
B B K V A
j
A
V Vent terminal A Air supply outlet Area where terminal is not permited
A= Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony *(min. 12"/30cm) H= Not to be installed above a meter/regulator assembly within (3'/90cm) horizontally from
B= Clearance to window or door that may be opened *(12"/30cm) the centerline of the regulator.
C= Clearance to permanently closed window *(min. 12"/30cm) J= Clearance to service regulator vent outlet *(min 36"/90cm)
D= Vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal within a horizontal K= Clearance to non-mechanical air supply inlet to building or the combustion air inlet to
distance of (24"/60cm) from the centerline of the terminal (min. 18"/46cm) check with any other appliance *(12"/30cm)
local code. L= Clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet *(min. 72"/1.8m)
E= Clearance to unventilated soffit (min. 15"/38cm) M= Clearance above paved sidewalk or a paved driveway located on public property
F= Clearance to outside corner: with AstroCap Termination Cap (min 6"/15cm), with Dura- *(min. 84"/2.1m)
Vent Termination Cap (13"/33cm) N= Clearance under veranda, porch, deck, or balcony *(min. 12"/30cm)
G= Clearance to inside corner: with AstroCap Termination Cap (min 6"/15cm), with Dura-
Vent Termination Cap (12"/30cm)
EXTERIOR VENT TERMINATION REQUIREMENTS
Note:
- A vent shall not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved driveway which is located between two single family dwellings and serves both dwellings.
- Only permitted if veranda, porch, deck, or balcony is fully open on a minimum of two sides beneath the floor.
- If the vent termination is accessible, a certified guard shall be installed.
* As specified in CGA B149 Installation Code. Note: Local codes or regulations may require different clearances.
INSTALLATION
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INSTALLATION
VENTING
Regency Direct Vent System (Flex) Horizontal Terminations Only
These venting systems, in combination with 1) 6-7/8" dia. flexible liner (4 ft. length)
the P42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace, have been 2) 4" dia. flexible liner (4 ft. length)
tested and listed as a direct vent heater system 3) spring spacers (4)
by Warnock Hersey. The location of the termi- 4) thimble (2)
nation cap must conform to the requirements 5) AstroCap termination cap (1)
in the Vent Terminal Locations diagram on 6) screws (12)
page 9. 7) tube of Mill Pac (1)
8) plated screws (8)
Regency Direct Vent (Flex) System Ter- 9) screws #8 x 1/2" Drill Point, stainless steel
mination Kit (Part # 946-515) includes all (4)
the parts needed to install the P42 with
a maximum run of 4 feet.
If longer runs are needed, the Regency Note:

Direct Vent system (Flex) # 946-516 in- a) Liner sections should be continuous with-
cludes all the parts needed to install the out any joints or seams.
P42 with a maximum 10' run. b) Only Flex pipe purchased from Regency
may be used for Flex Installations.
1) 6-7/8" dia. flexible liner (10 ft. length)
2) 4" dia. flexible liner (10 ft. length)
3) spring spacers (7)
4) thimble (2)
5) AstroCap termination cap (1)
6) screws (12)
7) tube of Mill Pac (1)
8) plated screws (8)
9) screws #8 x 1/2" Drill Point, stainless steel
(4)

INSTALLATION
RIGID PIPE VENTING COMPONENTS LIST

All Simpson Dura-Vent components are available directly from FPI.
Description Simpson Dura-Vent Selkirk AmeriventR

Direct VentGSR Direct-TempTM Direct Vent
6" Pipe Length, Galvanized 908 4DT-6 N/A
6" Pipe Length, Black 908B 4DT-6B N/A
7" Pipe Length, Galvanized N/A N/A 4D7
7" Pipe Length, Black N/A N/A 4D7B
9" Pipe Length, Galvanized 907 4DT-9 N/A
9" Pipe Length, Black 907B 4DT-9B N/A
12" Pipe Length, Galvanized 906 4DT-12 4D12
12" Pipe Length, Black 906B 4DT-12B 4D12B
18" Pipe Length, Galvanized N/A 4DT-18 N/A
18" Pipe Length, Black N/A 4DT-18B N/A
Adjustable Length, 11"-14", Galv. 911 4DT-AJ N/A

Adjustable Length, 11"-14", Black 911B 4DT-AJB N/A
Adjustable Length, 17"-24", Black 917B N/A N/A
Adjustable Length, 7" Galvinized N/A N/A 4D7A
Adjustable Length, 7" Black N/A N/A 4D7AB
Adjustable Length, 12" Galvinized N/A N/A 4D12A
Adjustable Length, 12" Black N/A N/A 4D12AB
45O Elbow, Galvinized 945 4DT-EL45 4D45L

45O Elbow, Black 945B 4DT-EL45B 4D45LB
45O Elbow, Swivel, Galvinized 945G N/A N/A
45O Elbow, Swivel, Black 945BG N/A N/A
90O Elbow, Galvinized 990 4DT-EL90S 4D90LS
90O Elbow, Black 990B 4DT-EL90SB 4D90LBS
90O Elbow, Swivel, Galvinized 990G N/A N/A
90O Elbow, Swivel, Black 990BG N/A N/A
Ceiling Support 949 - n/a from FPI 4DT-CS 4DFSP

Cathedral Support Box 941 4DT-CSS 4DRSB
Wall Support/Band 988 4DT-WS/B 4DWS
Offset Support 989 - n/a from FPI 4DT-OS N/A
Wall Thimble, Black 942 4DT-WT 4DWT
Wall Thimble Support Box/Ceiling Support 940 N/A N/A
Firestop Spacer 963 4DT-FS 4DFSP
Trim Plate, Black N/A 4DT-TP 4DFPB
Brass Trim for Wall Thimble/Ceiling Support 3951 N/A N/A
Attic Insulation Shield 12" N/A N/A 4DAIS12

Attic Insulation Shield - Cold Climates 36" N/A N/A 4DAIS36
Basic Horizontal Termination Kit (A) 970 4DT-HKA 4DHTK2

Horizontal Termination Kit (B) 971 4DT-HKB 4DHTK1
Vertical Termination Kit 978 4DT-VKC 4DVTK
High Wind Vertical Cap 991 N/A N/A

High Wind Horizontal Cap 985 N/A N/A
Horizontal Square Termination Cap 984 4DT-HHC 4DHC
Verical Termination Cap 980 4DT-HVC 4DVC
Storm Collar 953 4DT-SC 4DSC
Adjustable Flashing, 0/12-6/12 943 4DT-AF6 4DF

Adjustable Flashing, 6/12-12/12 943S 4DT-AF12 4DF12
Vinyl Siding Standoff 950 4DT-VS N/A

Vinyl Siding Shield Plate N/A 4DT-VSP N/A
Snorkel Termination 14" 982 4DT-ST14 4D12S

Snorkel Termination 36" 981 4DT-ST36 4D36S
946-506/P Vent Guard (Optional) 946-205 Vinyl Siding Shield for Riser Vent Terminal
510-994 Rigid Pipe Adaptor (Must use with all Rigid Piping) 946-208/P Vent Guard (Optional) - Riser Vent Terminal
640-994 U37 Rigid Pipe Adaptor 946-523/P AstroCap Horizontal Cap
640-530/P Riser Vent Terminal 946-206 Vinyl Siding Standoff - AstroCap

INSTALLATION
RIGID PIPE VENTING

Horizontal or Vertical Terminations
The Rigid Pipe Venting System offers a complete line of component parts for installation of both horizontal and vertical installations. Many items are
offered in decorative black, as well as galvanized finish. We recommend using the galvanized finish for installation with the P42.
The minimum components required for a basic Wall thickness is measured from the back
horizontal termination are: standoffs to the inside mounting surface of Alternate
termination cap. For siding other than vinyl Horizontal
1 Horizontal Termination Cap furring strips may be used, instead of the vinyl
siding standoff, to create a level surface to
Termination
1 90o Elbow
1 Flue Adaptor mount the vent terminal. The Terminal must not Caps
1 Wall Thimble be recessed into siding. Measure the wall
1 Length of pipe to suit wall thickness thickness including furring strips.
(see chart)
If a Vinyl Siding Standoff is required (it must be
used with vinyl siding), measure to outside
surface of wall without siding and add 2 inches.
Vertical
Terminal
Storm Collar
Part # 953 Vinyl Siding
Standoff (Optional)
Flashing Part #950
943 or 943S WARNING:
Do not combine venting components from
Ceiling Firestop Horizontal different venting systems.
(Part # 963) Termination
Cap However use of the the AstroCapTM and FPI
Riser is acceptable with all systems.
Wall Thimble This product has been evaluated by Intertek for
Part # 942 using a Dura-Vent Flue Adaptor in conjunction
Pipe Length Adj.Pipe Length with Selkirk Direct-Temp and Ameri Vent Direct
11" - 14-5/8" venting systems. Use of these systems with
the Direct Vent GS starting collar is deemed
90o Elbow acceptable and does not affect the Intertek WHI
listing of components.
24" Pipe
Length Flat Wall Installation
Wall Thickness Vent Length
(inches) Required (inches)
Rigid Pipe Adaptor
(Part# 510-994) 4" - 5-1/2" 6"
7" - 8-1/2" 9"
10" - 11-1/2" 12"
9" - 14-1/2" 11" - 14-5/8" Adj. Pipe
15" - 23-1/2" 17" - 24" Adj. Pipe
Corner Installation
Wall Thickness Vent Length
(inches) Required (inches)
3-1/4" - 6-3/4" 11" - 14-5/8" Adj. Pipe
7-3/4" - 16-1/4" 17" - 24" Adj. Pipe
When using piping other than Simpson 7-1/4" - 8-3/4" 6" + 12"
Dura-Vent, 3 screws must be used to 9" + 9"
secure rigid pipe to adaptor.
4-1/4" - 5-3/4" 6" + 9"
The FPI AstroCapTM and FPI Riser Vent terminal is certified for installations using FPI venting systems as well as Simpson Dura-Vent®, Direct Vent
GS, American Metal Products, Ameri Vent Direct vent and Selkirk Direct-Temp. FPITM, and FPI AstroCapTM are the proprietary trademarks of FPI
Fireplace Products International Ltd. Dura-Vent® and Direct Vent GS are registered and/or proprietary trademarks of Simpson Dura-Vent Co. Inc.

INSTALLATION
RIGID PIPE VENTING ARRANGEMENTS - HORIZONTAL TERMINATIONS

REGENCY DIRECT VENT SYSTEM (FLEX) (Propane & Natural Gas)
The shaded areas in the diagram show all allowable combinations of vertical runs with horizontal terminations. The chart below shows the distances
with one 90o bend (two 45o elbows equal one 90o elbow). For a second 90o bend, see page 14.
A vent guard may be required, check local codes.
Minimum height Note: Must use optional rigid pipe adaptor (Part # 510-
requirement 994) when using rigid pipe venting systems.
Rigid Pipe Systems:

4"(100mm) inner diameter
6-5/8"(168mm) outer diameter
Regency Flex:
4"(100mm) inner diameter
6-7/8"(175mm) outer diameter
• Rigid Pipe Systems: Maintain a 1-1/4"(32mm) clearance to combustibles

• Regency Flex: Maintain a 1-1/2"(38mm) clearance to combustibles
• Horizontal vent must be supported every 3 feet (0.9 meter)
• Firestops are required at each floor level and whenever passing through a wall
Note: Regency Direct Vent System (Flex) is only approved for horizontal
terminations.

INSTALLATION
RIGID PIPE VENTING ARRANGEMENTS - HORIZONTAL TERMINATIONS

REGENCY DIRECT VENT SYSTEM (FLEX) - Propane & Natural Gas
The diagram below shows examples of horizontal termination arrangements using two 90o elbows.
Note: 1) A maximum of two 90o elbows are permitted (two 45o elbows equal one 90o elbow).
2) A minimum of 6 ft.(1.8m) vertical from base of unit is required if two 90o elbows are used.
3) Minimum distance between elbows is 2 ft. (0.6m).
If length "B" is increased, length "A" must be decreased by a corresponding amount.
For All Horizontal Terminations

All Rigid Pipe Systems
4" inner diameter
6-5/8" outer diameter
Regency Flex Vent

4" inner diameter
6-7/8" outer diameter
A vent guard may be required, check local codes.
• Maintain a 1-1/4" clearance to

combustibles for rigid pipe systems
and 1-1/2" for Regency Flex Vent.
• Horizontal vent must be supported every
3 feet
• Firestops are required at each floor
level and whenever passing through a
wall.
Note: Regency Direct Vent System (Flex) is

only approved for horizontal termina-
tions.

INSTALLATION
RIGID PIPE VENTING ARRANGEMENTS - VERTICAL TERMINATIONS

(Propane & Natural Gas)
The shaded area in the diagram shows all allowable combinations of straight The P42 is approved for a
vertical and offset to vertical terminations with rigid pipe vent systems for 37 ft. (11.3m) straight ver-
Propane and Natural Gas. tical, including a 20" (0.5m)
horizontal offset using
Maximum two 45o elbows allowed. two 90o elbow (two 45o
elbows equal one 90o el-
• Vent restrictor #6 must be used in shaded area in diagram bow) with rigid pipe vent
below. systems for Propane and
• Vent must be supported at offsets Natural Gas, as per the
diagram to the right.
• Vent restrictor #6
is required for ter-
minations in shad-
ed area.
• Vent must be sup-
ported at offsets
Note: Must use optional rigid pipe adap-

tor when using rigid pipe vent
systems (Part # 510-994).
Note: Regency Direct Vent System (Flex)

is only approved for horizontal ter-
Diagram 1 minations.
Diagram 2

INSTALLATION
The P42 is approved for a 23 ft. (7.0m) vertical, with a maximum 12 ft (3.7m) horizontal offset The P42 is approved for a 37 ft. (11.3m) straight
using two 90o elbows (two 45o elbows equal one 90o elbow) with rigid pipe vent systems for vertical, with rigid pipe vent systems for
Propane and Natural Gas, as per the diagram below. Propane and Natural Gas, as per the diagram
below.
• No Vent restrictor is required.
• Vent must be supported at offsets • Vent restrictor #6 must be used
Diagram 3
Note: Regency Direct Vent System (Flex) is only approved for

horizontal terminations.
Diagram 4

INSTALLATION
VERTICAL TERMINATION
WITH CO-LINEAR FLEX SYSTEM
THE APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE Masonry chimneys may take various contours which the flexible liner will accommodate.
CONNECTED TO A CHIMNEY FLUE However, keep the flexible liner as straight as possible, avoid unnecessary bending.
SERVING A SEPARATE SOLID FUEL
BURNING APPLIANCE. The Air Intake pipe must be attached to the inlet air collar of the termination cap.
This appliance is designed to be attached to two
3" (76mm) co-linear aluminium flex running the
full length of the chimney. See the Venting Co-linear DV
Arrangements on next page for minimum and
maximum heights. Vertical Termination
Cap # 946-529
Required Parts:
A maximum
Part # Description
946-529 Co-linear DV Vertical of two certified
Termination Cap joiner kits
948-305 3" Flex - 35 ft. may be used
946-563 Co-Axial to Co-Linear Adapter Kit per length. Flex Liner
which contains the following:
Co-linear Flex Adapter #948-305 (35 ft)
Outer Pipe
Inner Pipe Adapter
510-994 Rigid Pipe Adaptor
Alternate Approved Caps

980 Vertical Termination Cap Exhaust
991 High Wind Cap
923GK 3" Co-linear Adapter with flashing Flue
Outer
Pipe
FPI Cabinet and/or Flat Wall Mantles with Kit#
may be used in these applications 946-563
ensuring that clearances to com-
bustibles are maintained. Air Intake
Pipe Length
Co-Linear
Flex
Adapter
with Kit#
Rigid Pipe Adaptor
946-563
# 510-994 90 Degree
Elbow
Inner Pipe
Adapter
with Kit#
946-563

INSTALLATION
Venting Arrangements - Vertical Terminations

with Co-linear Flex System for both
Residential & Manufactured Homes
into Masonry Fireplaces
The shaded area in the diagrams show

the allowable vertical terminations.

INSTALLATION
HORIZONTAL b) Horizontal runs of vent must be sup-

ported every 3 feet (0.9meter). Wall
*Diagrams 3, 3a & 4: As
specified in CGA B149
INSTALLATIONS straps are available for this purpose. Installation Code. Local
codes or regulations
5) Mark the wall for a 10" x 10" (254mm x may require different
1) Set the unit in its desired location. Check to
254mm) square hole. The center of the clearances.
determine if wall studs or roof rafters are
square hole should line up with the center-
in the way when the venting system is
line of the horizontal pipe. Cut and frame the
attached. If this is the case, you may want
10 inch (254mm) square hole in the exterior
to adjust the location of the unit. Rough in
wall where the vent will be terminated.
the gas preferably on the right side of the
unit and the electrical (junction block is on
If the wall being penetrated is constructed
the left side) on the left.
of non-combustible material, i.e. masonry
block or concrete, a 7" (178mm) diameter
2) Direct Vent pipe and fittings are designed
(7-1/2" (190mm) for flex) hole is accepta-
with special twist-lock connections to con-
ble.
nect the venting system to the appliance
flue outlet. A twist-lock appliance adaptor
Diagram 3
is an available option that must be used in
conjunction with the Simpson Dura-Vent
Direct Vent GS system. Install the adaptor
after the unit is set in its desired location
otherwise the unit will not fit through the 36- Note: Riser
5/8" (930mm) high frame opening. Vent is only for
use in above
3) Put a bead of silicone inside the outer grade termina-
section of the adapter and a bead of Stove tions.
Mate on the inner collar. Slip the adapter
over the existing inner and outer flue collar
and fasten to the outer collar only with the
3 supplied screws (drilling pilot holes will
make this easier). Level the fireplace and
fasten it to the framing using nails or screws
through the nailing strips.
4) Assemble the desired combination of pipe

and elbows to the appliance adaptor and Diagram 2
twist-lock for a solid connection.
Note:
Note: a) The horizontal run of vent must be level,
a) Twist-lock procedure: Four indenta- or have a 1/4 inch rise for every 1 foot
tions, located on the female ends of of run towards the termination. Never Diagram 3a
pipes and fittings, are designed to slide allow the vent to run downward. This
straight onto the male ends of adjacent could cause high temperatures and
pipes and fittings, by orienting the four may present the possibility of a fire.
Below Grade Installation
pipe indentations so they match and If the Snorkel Termination must be installed
slide in to the four entry slots on the b) The location of the horizontal vent ter- below grade, i.e. basement application, prop-
male ends. (Diagram 1) Push the pipe mination on an exterior wall must meet er drainage must be provided to prevent
sections completely together, then all local and national building codes, and water from entering the Snorkel Termination.
twist-lock one section clockwise ap- must not be blocked or obstructed. For Refer to Diagram 4.
proximately one-quarter turn, until the External Vent Terminal Locations, see Do not attempt to en-
two sections are fully locked. The fe- diagram on page 9. close the Snorkel
male locking lugs will not be visible from within the wall, or
the outside, on the Black Pipe or fittings. c) Snorkel Terminations: any other
They may be located by examining the For installations requiring a vertical rise type of en-
inside of the female ends. on the exterior of the building, 14-inch closure.
and 36-inch tall Snorkel Terminations
(diagram 3 & 4) are available, as well as
the standard Riser Vent, diagram 3a.
Follow the same installation procedures
as used for standard Horizontal Termi-
nation. NEVER install the snorkel upside
down.
Diagram 1
NOTE: For Snorkel terminations in ABOVE
grade installations, follow nation-
Note: Apply sealant "Mill-Pac" to inner al or local code requirements.
pipe and high temp silicone seal-
ant to outer pipe on every twist-
lock joint. Diagram 4

INSTALLATION
6) The arrow on the vent cap should be 9) Install wall thimble in the center of the 10"
pointing up. Insure that the 1-1/4"(32mm) (254mm) square and attach with wood
clearances to combustible materials are screws (Diagram 6).
maintained (Diagram 5). Install the termina-
tion cap.
Note: If installing termination on a siding

covered wall, a vinyl siding stand-
off or furring strips must be used
to ensure that the termination is
not recessed into the siding.
Diagram 3
Diagram 7
4) Assemble the desired lengths of pipe and
elbows. Ensure that all pipes and elbow
VERTICAL connections are in the fully twist-locked
position and sealed.
TERMINATION
Note:
1) Maintain the 1-1/4"(32mm) clear- Apply sealant
ances (air spaces) to com- "Mill-Pac" to in-
bustibles when passing ner pipe and
through ceilings, walls, roofs, high temp sili-
enclosures, attic rafter, or oth- cone sealant to
er nearby combustible surfac- outer pipe on
es. Do not pack air spaces every twist-
with insulation. Check pages lock joint.
Diagram 5 13-18 for the maximum verti-
cal rise of the venting system 5) Cut a hole in the roof centered on the small
The four wood screws provided should be and the maximum horizontal drilled hole placed in the roof in Step 2. The
replaced with appropriate fasteners for offset limitations. hole should be of sufficient size to meet the
stucco, brick, concrete, or other types of
minimum requirements for clearance to
sidings. 2) Set the gas appliance in its combustibles of 1-1/4"(32mm). Slip the
desired location. Drop a plumb flashing under the shingles (shingles should
7) Before connecting the horizontal run of bob down from the overlap half the flashing) as per Diagram 4.
vent pipe to the vent termination, slide the ceiling to the position
Wall Thimble (Part # 942) over the vent pipe. of the appliance flue
exit, and mark the loca-
8) Slide the appliance and vent assembly to- tion where the vent will
wards the wall carefully inserting the vent penetrate the ceiling.
pipe into the vent cap assembly. It is impor- Drill a small hole at his point. Diagram 1
tant that the vent pipe extends into the vent Next, drop a plumb bob from
cap sufficient distance so as to result in a the roof to the hole previously drilled in the
minimum pipe overlap of 1-1/4 inches ceiling, and mark the spot where the vent
(32mm). Secure the connection between will penetrate the roof. Determine if ceiling
the vent pipe and the vent cap by attaching joists, roof rafters or other fram-
the two sheet metal strips extending from ing will obstruct the venting sys- Diagram 4: The upper half of the flashing is
the vent cap assembly into the outer wall of tem. You may wish installed under the roofing material and not
the vent pipe. Use the two sheet metal to relocate the ap- nailed down until the chimney is installed.
screws provided to connect the strips to pliance or to off- This allows for small adjustments.
the pipe section. See Diagram 6. set, as shown in 6) Continue to assemble pipe lengths.
Diagram 2 to avoid
cutting load bear- Note: If an offset is necessary in the attic
ing members. to avoid obstructions, it is impor-
tant to support the vent pipe every
3 feet (0.9 meter), to avoid exces-
sive stress on the elbows, and
possible separation. Wall straps
are available for this purpose
(Diagram 2).
Diagram 2
Galvanized pipe is desirable above the roof-
3) A Firestop spacer must be installed in the line due to its higher corrosion resistance.
floor or ceiling of every level. To install the Continue to add pipe sections through the
Firestop spacer in a flat ceiling or wall, cut flashing until the height of the vent cap meets
a 10 inch (254mm) square hole. Frame the the minimum height requirements specified in
hole as shown in Diagram 3 and install the Diagram 5 or local codes. Note that for steep
firestop. roof pitches, the vertical height must be in-
Diagram 6 creased.

INSTALLATION
termination and slipping the 4"(100mm) liner

INSTALLATION over it at least 1-3/8" (35mm). Fasten with
PROCEDURES the 3 screws (drilling pilot holes will make
this easier). Apply Mill Pac or high temper-
for Regency Direct Vent ature silicone to the 6-7/8"(175mm) flex
System (Flex) pipe and slip it over the 6-7/8" outer collar
Diagram 5
of the vent terminal at least 1-3/8"(35mm)
1) Locate the unit in the framing, rough in the and fasten with the 3 screws.
gas (preferably on the right side of the unit)
and the electrical (Junction block is on the left NOTE: Horizontal sections must be sup-
Roof Pitch Minimum Vent Height
side) on the left. Locate the centerline of the ported at intervals not exceeding
Feet Meters termination and mark wall accordingly. Cut a 3 feet (0.9 meter). (Flame picture
flat to 7/12 2 0.61 10"(254mm) hole in the wall (inside dimen- and performance will be affected
over 7/12 to 8/12 2 0.61 sion). by sags in the liner).
over 8/12 to 9/12 2 0.61
4) Separate the 2 halves of the wall thimble
over 9/12 to 10/12 2.5 0.76 and securely fasten the one with the tabs
Note: To make the
over 10/12 to 11/12 3.25 0.99 installation more to the outside wall making sure that the tabs
over 11/12 to 12/12 4 1.22 aesthetically are on top and bottom. Fasten the other
pleasing, we rec- thimble half to the inside wall. The thimble
over 12/12 to 14/12 5 1.52
ommend framing halves slip inside each other and can be
over 14/12 to 16/12 6 1.83 adjusted for 2 x 4 or 2 x 6 walls. The liners
out a square to
over 16/12 to 18/12 7 2.13 mount the termi- must slip over the collars a minimum
over 18/12 to 20/12 7.5 2.29 nal to. of 1-3/8".
over 20/12 to 21/12 8 2.44
5) Slip the assembled liner and termination
assembly through the thimble making sure
A poor draft, or down drafting can result from Note: A 1-1/2"(38mm) clearance around
the termination cap faces up (there are
high wind conditions near big trees or adjoin- the liner must be maintained ex-
markings on the cap that show which way
ing roof lines, in these cases, increasing the cept that only a 1" (25mm) clear-
is up). This will position the termination cap
vent height may solve the problem. ance is needed at the termination
with proper down slope for draining water.
end. We recommend framing a
Fasten the cap to the outer wall with the 4
7) Ensure vent is vertical and secure the base 10"(254mm) x 10"(254mm) (inside
supplied screws.
of the flashing to the roof with roofing rails, dimensions) hole to give structur-
slide storm collar over the pipe section and al rigidity for mounting the termi-
6) Pull the centre 4"(100mm) liner and outer 6-
seal with a mastic. nation.
7/8"(175mm) liner out enough to slip over
the flue collars of the fireplace. (You may
8) Install the vertical termination cap by twist- Note: If installing termination on a siding
wish to cut the liner shorter to make it more
locking it. covered wall, furring strips must
workable.) Do not bend liner more than 90o.
be used to ensure that the termi-
Note: Any closets or storage spaces, nation is not recessed into the
7) Apply Mill Pac over the fireplace inner collar
which the vent passes through siding.
and slip the 4"(100mm) liner down over it
must be enclosed.
and attach with 3 supplied screws.
2) Level the fireplace and fasten it to the
Offset Chart framing using nails or screws through the
8) Do the same with the 6-7/8"(175mm) liner.
nailing strips.
9) Apply a bead of silicone between the thim-
3) Assemble the vent assembly by applying
ble and termination and around the outer
Mill Pac to the 4"(100mm) inner collar of the
edge of the terminal at the wall in order to
keep the water out.
IMPORTANT:
Do not locate termination
hood where excessive
snow or ice buildup may
occur. Be sure to check
vent termination area af-
ter snow falls, and clear to
prevent accidental block-
age of venting system.
When using snow blow-
ers, make sure snow is
not directed towards vent
termination area.

INSTALLATION
3) Attach manometer to "IN" and/or "OUT"

System Data GAS LINE pressure tap(s) using a 5/16" (8mm) ID
For 0 to 4500 feet altitude

INSTALLATION hose.
Burner Inlet Orifice Sizes: 4) Light the pilot and turn the valve to "ON"
The gas line can be brought through either the position.
Natural Gas Propane right or the left side of the appliance. The gas
Burner #33 #50 valve is situated on the right hand side of the unit 5) The pressure check should be carried out
and the gas inlet is on the right hand side of the with the unit burning and the setting should
Max. Input Rating valve. be within the limits specified on the safety
label.
- Natural Gas 35,000 Btu/h Note: If the gas line is being installed
- Propane 35,000 Btu/h from the left side, be sure to leave 6) When finished reading manometer, turn off
Min. Input Rating room to accommodate servicing the gas valve, disconnect the hose and
-Natural Gas 17500 Btu/h of the fan. tighten the screw (clockwise) with a 1/
8"(3mm) flat screwdriver. Note: Screw
-Propane 17500 Btu/h The gas line connection may be made of rigid should be snug, but do not over tight-
pipe, copper pipe or an approved flex connec- en.
Output Capacity with blower Off tor. (If you are using rigid pipe, ensure that the
Natural Gas 25,725 Btu/h valve can be removed for servicing.) Since S.I.T. Valve Description
some municipalities have additional local codes
Propane 26,740 Btu/h it is always best to consult with your local 1) Gas cock knob
Output Capacity with blower On authorities and the CAN/CGA B149 installation 2) Manual high/low adjustment
Natural Gas 26,250 Btu/h code. 3) Pilot Adjustment
Propane 27,300 Btu/h 4) Thermocouple Connection - option
For USA installations follow local codes and/or 5) Outlet Pressure Tap
the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI 6) Inlet Pressure Tap
Supply Pressure Z223.1. 7) Pilot Outlet
Natural Gas min. 5.0" w.c. 8) Main Gas Outlet
Propane min. 11.0" w.c. When using copper or flex connectors use only 9) Alternative TC Connection Point
approved fittings. Always provide a union so
that gas lines can be easily disconnected for
Manifold Pressure (High) burner or fan servicing. Flare nuts for copper
Natural Gas 3.8" +/- 0.2" w.c. lines and flex connectors are usually consid-
Propane 10" +/- 0.2" w.c. ered to meet this requirement.
Important: Always check for gas leaks

Electrical: 120 V A.C. System. with a soap and water solution or gas leak
Circulation Fan: variable speed detector. Do not use open flame for leak
130 CFM. testing.
Log Set: Ceramic fibre, 3 per set.
Vent System: Simpson Dura-Vent GAS PIPE PRESSURE
Direct Vent System or Regency Direct
Vent System (Flex) TESTING
The appliance must be isolated from the gas
Note: Output capacity. The efficiency rating supply piping system by closing its individual
of the appliance is a product thermal efficiency manual shut-off valve during any pressure
rating determined under continuous operating testing of the gas supply piping system at test
conditions and was determined independently pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig. (3.45
of any installed system. Vent height may or may kPa). Disconnect piping from valve at pres-
not change your efficiency ratings. sures over 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).
The manifold pressure is controlled by a regu-

HIGH ELEVATION lator built into the gas control, and should be
checked at the pressure test point.
This unit is approved in Canada for altitude 0 to
4500 ft. (CAN1 2.17-M90) with the orifice sup- Note: To properly check gas pressure,
plied. both inlet and manifold pressures
should be checked using the valve
pressure ports on the valve.
1) Make sure the valve is in the "OFF" position.
2) Loosen the "IN" and/or "OUT" pressure

tap(s), turning counterclockwise with a 1/
8" (3mm) wide flat screwdriver.

INSTALLATION
AERATION BRICK PANELS

ADJUSTMENT 1) Unhook the 2 spring loaded hooks from the 5) Next is for the brick panel for the top of the
bottom of the flush door and lift the Flush firebox. With both hands, lift it up with the
The aeration adjustment gears are located on Front off the unit. widest part towards you and the brick
the valve mounting plate and are accessed pattern facing down.
from underneath through the bottom louver 2) Unwrap the brick pattern panels from the
opening. protective wrapping. Slip the wide part up and into the top front
of the firebox and then tilt the back side up
To access the air shutter loosen the lock nut Note: The logs must not be in the unit. over the back brick and push back until the
and then use the allen key to turn the turning back of the brick panel rests on top of the
gear which will adjust the air shutter. Open the 3) Insert the back brick panel first by carefully back panel. Slide the 2 top brick clips over
air shutter for a blue flame or close it for a slipping it between the back wall of the the top brick panel and into the slots at the
yellower flame. Tighten the lock nut when firebox and the rear log bracket. top of the firebox. See diagram below.
adjustment is complete. The burner aeration is
factory set but may need adjusting due to either
the local gas supply or altitude.
CAUTION: Carbon will be produced if air

shutter is closed too much. (Should be
3/16"(4mm) open for natural gas and 1/2"
(13mm) for propane.) 4) Put the side panels in next. Tilt them in
towards the middle of the firebox and put
Note: Aeration Adjustment should only the bottom front corner in first. Be very IMPORTANT: Dangerous operating
be performed by an authorized careful not to scratch them on the firebox conditions may occur if the panels
Regency Installer at the time of hardware. Place them flat up against the are broken.
installation or service. wall, they should fit snugly against the top
of the firebox.

INSTALLATION
LOG SET INSTALLATION

WARNING: Dangerous operating 3) Sprinkle the vermiculite on the sides and 5) Place the front logs in the unit, aligning the
front of the fireplace bottom being careful holes on the underside of the logs with the
conditions may occur if these logs not to get any into the air shutter or the log support pins in the front of the unit.
are not positioned in their correct burner ports (burner ports are the little Carefully push the logs down onto the pins.
certified locations. Read the fol- holes in the top of the burner). The vermicu- (Hint: Install the front right side first.)
lowing instructions carefully and lite is used to cover the sheet metal and
hardware on the firebox floor and burner 6) Place a few embers under the front logs
refer to the attached diagram. assembly. and a few under the front part of the burner
assembly to make it look like fallen embers.
1) Remove the logs from the box and carefully 4) Pull off ember size pieces of rockwool and
unwrap them. The logs are fragile, handle gently place them around the whole burn- 7) Test for pilot ignition.
with care. Do not force into position. er. Do not compress the rockwool, leave it
loose for the most realistic looking embers. 8) Install the door and louvers.
2) Place the rear log on the rear log support in Refer to the diagrams below for correct
the back of the unit with the flat side of the placement of rockwool on the Natural Gas
log facing the back of the unit. Carefully and Propane units.
push the log down onto the pins.
NATURAL
GAS
Burner tray without

front logs in place
PROPANE
IMPORTANT
For Propane Units - only place rockwool on the
rear burner tray behind the burner tube.
All 3 logs in place

INSTALLATION
STANDARD FLUSH LOUVERS DOUBLE SCREEN

FLUSH DOOR 1) Install the top louver by sliding the two
DOOR
bracket clips into the brackets located un-
The standard flush door comes with a black derneath the top of the firebox. Diagram 1. 1) Pull out the top louver.
frame. To install the frame, simply hook the top
door flange onto the top of the unit and swing 2) Attach the 2 bottom louver hinges to the 2) Center the screen door and hook over the
the door towards the unit, diagram 1. bottom flange on the firebox using 2 screws flush door.
per hinge. Diagram 1.
Diagram 1
Note: Top and bottom louvers

are different.
3) Attach the bottom louver to the 2 hinges
using 2 screws per hinge. Diagram 2. 3) Open the screen door(s) and secure the
screen door to the flush door front with 2
Diagram 1 clips on the bottom left and right side.
Be careful that the glass gasket does not roll up;
there must be a gap between the gasket and the
door lip to ensure that the door sits securely on
the unit. Diagram 2.
Diagram 2
Clip locations
Diagram 2
Use the hook to pull the spring out until you can
put the hook into the slot on the bottom door
bracket. Repeat for 2nd and 3rd spring. See
diagram 3.
Clip installed on right side.
Diagram 3
NOTE: Springs must always be OVER

not under the gas line.
To remove the flush door, reverse the above

steps.

INSTALLATION
OPTIONAL BAY DOOR 4) Reconnect the 2 spring hooks securing the

flush door.
BAY LOUVERS
The Bay louvers MUST be used 5) Slide the valve extension knobs onto the 1) Install top louver by sliding the two bracket
with the Bay glass option. valve knobs. clips into the brackets located on top of the
bay door. See below. The fitted louver
The optional Bay door is an overlay on the leaves a small gap between faceplate
flush front. The standard flush door and bottom and louver top.
glass must remain on the unit.
1) Unhook the 2 spring loaded hooks from the

bottom of the flush door.
Note: If any maintenance etc. must be

done in the firebox, first remove
the Bay louvers and door.
2) Hook the top of the bay door over the flush
door flange and swing the bottom against
the bottom flange of the flush door.
Optional Bay Trim
Note: Top and bottom louvers and
Attach 4 supplied magnets each to the back of
brackets are different.
the top and bottom trim pieces, and attach trim
to the top and bottom of Bay door. See diagrams
3 and 4. 2) Install bottom louver by sliding the two
bracket clips into the brackets located un-
derneath the bay door. Install bottom louver
by sliding the two bracket clips into the
brackets located underneath the bay door
and secure with 1 screw on each end.
Diagram 3
3) Secure to the flush door bottom bracket with

2 screws provided.
Diagram 4

INSTALLATION
FULL SCREEN FRONT

1) Before beginning the installation, remove the Glass Door from the b) Slide the cut-outs in the Top and Bottom Flange of the Full Screen Door
unit. Refer to the manual for instructions. Frame under the screw heads which were loosened in step 3a.
Once the Frame is in place, tighten the screws to secure. Also re-
secure the top center screw through the oblong hole.
2) Remove the Screen Doors from the Full Screen Door Frame by fully
opening the doors and lifting up off of the hinges. See important note
in step 9.
3) Full Screen Door Frame Installation
a) Before attaching the Full Screen Door Frame to the unit, loosen the
left and right side #8 Self Tapping Philips Screws located on the inside
top of the outer frame of the appliance. Also remove the center
screw.
Inside Top
of Outer
Frame
Screw
Screw
Full Screen
Door Frame
Screw
Cut-Out
Oblong
Hole
Cut-Out
Top
Flange
Bottom
Flange
Backside of Full
Screen Door
Frame Shown
Cut-Outs

INSTALLATION
NOTE: Should the finished wall protrude beyond the face of the unit, 5) Place the Bottom Grill near hinge. Flip the hinge over the Bottom Grill
you can accommodate up to 1/2" depth. and secure with 2x #8 Self Tapping Philips Screws per side.
Simply push in the Full Screen Door Frame until it aligns against the
finished wall. Secure Top Flange of Full Screen Door Frame as
described in step 3b.
Hinge Location
For the Bottom Flange of the Full Screen Door Frame, push the bottom
of the Frame until it aligns with the wall. Use the inner cut-outs to
secure the base of the Frame using the 2x #8 Hex Head Drill Point
Screws provided.
Bottom Grill
Bottom
Flange
6) Loosen the 2x #8 Self Tapping Phillips screws which secure the
Right Side Hinge Bracket to the Bottom Grill. Place the keyholes in the
Restrain Bracket through the screws and slide the Bracket to the
right. Tighten the screws to secure bracket in place.
Inner
Cut-Outs
Backside of Full Screen Restrain

Door Frame Shown Bracket
4) Install the Hinges to the Hinge Brackets on the left and right side of Hinge
the bottom of the outer frame, secure using 2x #8 Self Tapping Philips Bracket
Screws per hinge. Right Side
of Bottom
Grill
7) Re-install Glass Door. Refer to the manual for instructions.

INSTALLATION
8) Slide the Top Grill into the louver brackets located on the inside top 9) Install the Left and Right Side Screen Doors in the fully open position
of the firebox. Push in place. by placing over top of the hinges on the Full Screen Door Frame.
NOTE: Failure to install the doors in the fully open position could result
in paint damage to the surface of the door.
Top Grill Hinge
Screen Door
10) Close screen doors.

INSTALLATION
WIRING DIAGRAM
No electrical power supply is required for the three wire power cord can also be used and NOTE: Even if the fan is not purchased with the
gas control to operate. 120 Volt AC power is plugged into a suitable receptacle. unit, it is still a good idea to hardwire the terminal
needed for the fan switch and blower. The fan block in case the fan is installed at a later date.
can be hard wired if desired. A terminal block (Do not cut the ground terminal off under ** However DO NOT leave this connection
is provided on the left hand side of the unit. A any circumstances.) live until the fan is installed.**
Star washer
Thermocouple
Green (Ground)
Nut Lockwasher 120 VAC
White (Neutral)
Thermopile
60HZ Ground for
Star washer Nut (*by others) Black (Live) mobile home
Green
Gas Pilot
Electrode
#8 Ground Lug
(mobile home
approved) Fan
(*by others)
(*by others)
Fan
White
Black
Rotary Speed
Pilot Control
Black
ON OFF White
Assembly
Black (*Supplied
Power cord Fan by others
- install
ground wire ground according to
Thermodisc local code)
Piezo
Ignitor
(To THTP) Brown
To Burner White
O
OFF
Gas
PILO
ON / OFF Red
H
I
(To TH) In
ON
T
Switch Black
To Thermocouple IN "S.I.T" Valve
Regency
ON OFF
Remote Receiver
Remote Transmitter
or Thermostat
(Optional)
(Millivolt) (Optional)
Caution: Ensure that the wires do CAUTION: Label all wires Openings for
electrical connections
not touch any hot surfaces and prior to disconnection
are away from sharp edges. when servicing controls. Power IN
Millivolt Wires
Wiring errors can cause
improper and dangerous
operation.
1-1/2" 4-7/16"
5-1/2"

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPERATING

REMOTE CONTROL WALL THERMOSTAT INSTRUCTIONS
Use the Regency Remote Control Kit approved A wall thermostat may be installed if desired, 1) Read and understand these instructions
for this unit. Use of other systems may void your connect the wires as per the wiring diagram. before operating this appliance.
warranty. Use table below to determine the maximum wire
length. 2) Check to see that all wiring is correct and
The remote control kit comes with a hand held enclosed to prevent possible shock.
transmitter, a receiver and a wall mounting
Note: Preferable if the thermostat is in-
plate. 3) Check to ensure there are no gas leaks.
stalled on an interior wall.
1) Choose a convenient location on the wall to 4) Make sure the glass in the door frame is
install the receiver and the receptacle box Regency offers an optional programmable ther- properly positioned. Never operate the ap-
(protection from extreme heat is very im- mostat but any 250-750 millivolt rated non- pliance with the glass removed or with
portant). Run wires from the fireplace to anticipator type thermostat that is CSA, ULC or broken glass.
that location. Use Thermostat Wire Table. UL approved may be used.
5) Verify that the venting and cap are unob-
2) Connect the two wires to the gas valve. CAUTION structed.
See diagram below.
Do not wire millivolt 6) Ensure that the brick panels are installed.
CAUTION wall thermostat wires
7) Verify log placement. If the pilot cannot be
Do not wire millivolt to 120V wire. seen when lighting the unit, the logs have
remote control wires been incorrectly positioned.
to 120V wire. Thermostat Wire Table
8) The unit should never be turned off, and on
Recommended Maximum Lead Length again without a minimum of a 60 second
3) Install 3 AAA alkaline batteries in transmitter (Two-Wire) When Using Wall wait.
and 4 AA alkaline batteries in the receiver. Thermostat (CP-2 System)
Install the receiver and its cover in the wall.
Switch the remote receiver to "remote" Wire Size Max. Length
mode. The remote control is now ready for
operation. 14 GA. 50 Ft.
16 GA. 32 Ft.
18 GA. 20 Ft.
OPTIONAL 20 GA. 12 Ft.
WALL SWITCH 22 GA. 9 Ft.
1) Run the supplied 15' of wire through the

right or left side gas inlet opening. Be careful
not to damage wire.
Note: We recommend a maximum of 15' LIGHTING

of wire but if you wish to go with a
longer run, use the Thermostat PROCEDURE
Wire Table.
2) Connect the wire to the supplied wall switch IMPORTANT

and install into the receptacle box. To ignite or reignite the pilot,
you must first release the
CAUTION tension springs below the door.
Do not wire millivolt
wall switch wire Only when the pilot holds, without pressure
to 120V wire. being applied to the control knob, reapply the
tension springs to the door. The unit must
not be operated with the tension springs
unattached.
IMPORTANT: Gas cock knob cannot be

turned from "PILOT" to "OFF" unless it is
partially depressed.
1) Turn burner OFF using "ON/OFF" switch.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
COPY OF THE LIGHTING PLATE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING

This appliance must be installed in accordance with local codes, if any; if none, follow the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54, or Natural Gas and Propane Installation Codes, CSA B149.1. (Australia: AG601, New Zealand: NZS 5261)
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service
or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to the owner’s information manual
provided with this appliance. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer,
service agency or gas supplier.
A) This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted a qualified service technician. Force or attempted
by hand, following the instructions below repair may result in a fire or explosion.
exactly. D) Do not use this appliance if any part has been under
B) BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance water. Immediately call a qualified service techni-
area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor cian to inspect the appliance and to replace any part
because some gas is heavier than air and will of the control system and any gas control which has
settle on the floor. been under water.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS This appliance needs fresh air for safe operation and
- Do not try to light any appliance must be installed so there are provisions for adequate
- Do not touch any electric switch, do not use any combustion and ventilation air.
phone in your building
- Immediately call your gas supplier from a
CAUTION: Hot while in operation. Do not touch.
neighbors phone. Follow the gas supplier’s in- Severe Burns may result. Due to high surface
structions. temperatures keep children, clothing and
- If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the furniture, gasoline and other liquids having
fire department. fammable vapors away. Keep burner and control
C) Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas compartment clean. See installation and
control knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not
operating instructions accompanying appliance.
push in or turn by hand, don’t try to repair it, call
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
STOP! Read the safety information above on this Release knob and it will pop back up. Pilot should
label. remain lit. If it goes out, repeat steps 3) and 4).
1) Push in gas control knob slightly and turn If knob does not pop up when released, stop and
clockwise to “OFF”. Knob cannot be turned immediately call your service technician or gas
from “PILOT” to “OFF” unless knob is pushed in supplier.
slightly. Do not force. If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn the
2) Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. If you gas control knob to “OFF” and call your service
then smell gas STOP! follow “B” in the safety technician or gas supplier.
information above on this label. If you don’t smell 5) Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to “ON”.
gas, go to the next step. 6) Use rocker switch to operate main burner.
3) Turn knob on gas control counterclockwise PILOT BURNER
to “PILOT”. VEILLEUSE OFF
4) Push in control knob all the way and hold in.
THERMOPILE
Immediately push black button on spark igniter
ELEMENT
until pilot lights. Continue to hold the control THERMO-
knob in for about 1/2 minute after the pilot is lit. ELECTRIQUE
TO TURN OFF GAS APPLIANCE

1) Push in the gas control knob slightly and turn 2) Turn off all electric power to the appliance if
clockwise to “OFF”. Do not force. service is to be performed.
You may shut off the pilot during prolonged non use periods to conserve fuel.
DO NOT REMOVE THIS INSTRUCTION PLATE 908-649b

MAINTENANCE
2) Turn gas control knob so indicator points to Note: When the glass is cold and the Unit Body/Firebox:
appliance is lit, it may cause con- Different types and thicknesses of steel will
"OFF" position and allow 5 minutes for any
densation and fog the glass. This expand and contract at different rates resulting
gas in the combustion chamber to escape. in some "cracking" and "ticking" sounds will be
condensation is normal and will
disappear in a few minutes as the heard throughout the cycling process.
3) Turn gas control knob counterclockwise so glass heats up.
indicator points to the "PILOT" position.
Depress the gas control knob fully. De- DO NOT BURN THE APPLIANCE WITH- MAINTENANCE
press the igniter button several times until OUT THE GLASS FRONT IN PLACE.
the pilot lights. After approximately one
INSTRUCTIONS
minute, release the gas control knob. The During the first few fires, a white film
1) Always turn off the gas valve before
pilot flame should continue to burn. If the may develop on the glass front as part
cleaning. For relighting, refer to lighting
pilot does not remain lit, repeat operation of the curing process. The glass should
instructions. Keep the burner and control
allowing a longer period before releasing be cleaned or the film will bake on and
compartment clean by brushing and vacu-
become very difficult to remove. Use a
gas control knob. uming at least once a year. When cleaning
non-abrasive cleaner and NEVER clean
the logs, use a soft clean paint brush as the
the glass while it is hot.
logs are fragile and easily damaged.
4) When the pilot stays lit, turn the gas knob
further counterclockwise to the "ON" posi-
tion. 2) Clean appliance and door with a damp cloth
NORMAL OPERATING (never when unit is hot). Never use an
5) Use the wall switch, thermostat or remote SOUNDS OF abrasive cleaner. The glass should be
cleaned with a gas fireplace glass cleaner.
control to turn on the unit.
GAS APPLIANCES The glass should be cleaned when it
starts looking cloudy.
6) Rotate the flame height regulator to adjust
It is possible that you will hear some sounds
the flame height higher or lower. from your gas appliance. This is perfectly
normal due to the fact that there are various 3) The heater is finished in a heat resistant
gauges and types of steel used within your paint and should only be refinished with
heat resistant paint. Regency uses Stove-
SHUTDOWN appliance. Listed below are some examples.
Bright Paint - Metallic Black #6309.
All are normal operating sounds and should
PROCEDURE not be considered as defects in your appliance.
Blower: 4) Make a periodic check of burner for proper

1) Use the wall switch, thermostat or remote
Regency gas appliances use high tech blow- position and condition. Visually check the
control to turn off the main burner.
ers to push heated air farther into the room. It flame of the burner periodically, making
is not unusual for the fan to make a "whirring" sure the flames are steady; not lifting or
2) Turn the main gas control clockwise to the
sound when ON. This sound will increase or floating. If there is a problem, call an author-
"OFF" position to turn off the pilot.
decrease in volume depending on the speed ized service person.
3) Turn off all electric power to appliance if setting of your fan speed control.
service is to be performed.
Burner Tray: 5) The appliance and venting system must be
The burner tray is positioned directly under the inspected before use, and at least annual-
ly, by an authorized field service person, to
FIRST FIRE burner tube and logs and is made of a different
gauge material from the rest of the firebox and ensure that the flow of combustion and
body. Therefore, the varying thicknesses of ventilation air is not obstructed.
The first fire in your stove is part of the paint steel will expand and contract at slightly differ-
curing process. To ensure that the paint is ent rates which can cause "ticking" and "crack-
properly cured, it is recommended that you burn ing" sounds. You should also be aware that as 6) Verify proper operation after servicing.
your fireplace for at least four (4) hours the first there are temperature changes within the unit
time you use it with the fan on. When first these sounds will likely re-occur. Again, this is Note: Never operate the appliance with-
operated, the unit will release an odour caused normal for steel fireboxes. out the glass properly secured in
by the curing of the paint, the burning off of any place.
oils remaining from manufacturing. Smoke de- Blower Thermodisc:
tectors in the house may go off at this time. Open When this thermally activated switch turns ON
a few windows to ventilate the room for a it will create a small "clicking" sound. This is the
couple of hours. switch contacts closing and is normal.
The glass panel may require cleaning Pilot Flame:

after the unit has cooled down. While the pilot flame is on it can make a very
slight "whisper" sound.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE Gas Control Valve:

GLASS WHILE IT IS HOT. As the gas control valve turns ON and OFF, a
dull clicking sound may be audible, this is normal
operation of a gas regulator or valve.

MAINTENANCE
GOLD-PLATED GLASS Caution: Wear gloves when remov-

ing damaged or broken glass.
LOUVERS REPLACEMENT
Bay Glass Replacement
The 24 carat gold-plated finish on the louvers
Your P42 stove is supplied with high tempera-
and trim requires little maintenance, and need 1) Remove the door from the unit and place on
ture, 5 mm Neoceram ceramic glass that will
only be cleaned with a damp cloth. a soft surface to prevent scratching.
withstand the highest heat that your unit will
produce. In the event that you break the glass,
DO NOT use abrasive materials or chemical 2) Remove the nuts holding the glass clips in
purchase your replacement glass from an au-
cleaners, as they may harm the finish and void place and remove.
thorized Regency dealer only, and follow the
the warranty.
step-by-step instructions for glass, glass gas-
3) Replace the glass. The glass must have
ket and door gasket replacement.
Clean any fingerprints off before turning gasketing around it.
the unit on.
DOOR GLASS
LOG REPLACEMENT Your Regency stove is supplied with high
temperature, 5 mm Neoceram ceramic glass
The unit should never be used with broken that will withstand the highest heat that your
logs. Turn off the gas valve and allow the unit unit will produce. If your glass requires
to cool before opening door and carefully cleaning, we recommend using an approved
remove the logs. (The pilot light generates glass cleaner available at all authorized deal-
enough heat to burn someone.) If for any ers. Do not use abrasive materials. Do not clean
reason a log should need replacement, you the glass when hot.
must use the proper replacement log. The
position of these logs must be as shown in the In the event that you break your glass by impact,
diagrams under Log Installation. purchase your replacement from an authorized
Regency dealer only, and follow our step-by-
Note: Improper positioning of logs may step instructions for replacement.
create carbon build-up and will
severely alter the unit's perform-
ance which is not covered under
WARNING
warranty.
The use of substitute glass will
void all product warranties.
THERMOPILE/
THERMOCOUPLE Do not operate the appliance
with the glass panel(s) re-
1) Remove the top louver and open the bottom moved, cracked or broken.
louvers. Replacement of the glass
panel(s) should be done by an 4) Reverse the previous steps, replace the
2) Open and remove door. glass clips and fasten with the nuts but do
authorized service person.
not over tighten, as this can break the glass.
3) Remove front logs.
Flush Glass Replacement 5) Replace door on the stove and check the
4) Remove burner. seal.
5) Loosen the thermocouple or thermopile Remove the flush
with a 7/16" wrench. door front (as per
instructions on
6) Disconnect thermocouple by loosening nut page 25). Remove WARNING: Do not operate the
from the valve with a 9mm wrench. Discon- the 4 glass clips appliance with the glass panels
nect thermopile by loosening 2 screws from each corner. removed, cracked or broken. Re-
marked TP on the valve. Slide in the new re-
placement glass.
placement of the glass panels
7) Peel the silicone from the hole in the base Push the 4 glass should be done by a licensed or
of the unit and drop the thermocouple or clips back onto the qualified service person.
thermopile down from the bracket and pull frame.
it out of the unit.
The glass must
8) Reinstall the new ones in reverse order have gasketing
making sure to seal the hole in the firebox around it.
with silicone in order to maintain the seal
integrity of the firebox.

MAINTENANCE
REMOVING THE FAN REPLACING THE FAN REMOVING VALVE

1) Shut the power off. 1) Shut off the gas supply.
1) Shut the power off.
2) Remove the bottom louver. Slide the fan in 2) Remove the louvers (and bay door if it is on).
2) Remove the bottom louver. and push it towards the rear of the unit and
slip it over the two mounting studs. 3) Disconnect the inlet gas line.
3) Remove terminal block cover and discon-
nect the fan wires. 3) Remove the terminal block cover. Wire the Note: Be sure to have an 11/16" wrench
fan to the terminal block as shown in the on the tee to ensure that the whole
4) Disconnect white fan wire from the terminal wiring diagram below. line is not twisted
block.
4) Connect white wire from fan to neutral of 4) Disconnect the 2 TP wires and the 2 TH
5) Disconnect black fan wire from the thermo- terminal block. wires from the valve.
disc.
5) Connect black wire from fan to the thermo- 5) Remove the Piezo igniter wire.
6) Disconnect fan ground wire. disc.
6) Open and remove the flush door.
7) Lift the fan off the two mounting studs and 6) Connect fan ground wire. Refer to wiring
pull out. diagram. 7) Remove the logs.
IMPORTANT: 7) Attach the ground wire to the stove (ground 8) Remove the burner tube by removing the 3
These fans collect a lot of dust from lug provided). Phillips head screws and then lift the burner
within your home. Ensure you main- out.
8) Attach the terminal block cover.
tain these fan motors on a regular 9) Remove the burner grate assembly by re-
basis by vacuuming out the fan squir- Note: A 120 Volt AC power cord should moving the 3 Phillips head screws on the
rel cages. be installed at rough-in stage so feet of the grate assembly.
that the power is available. A three
wire power cord can be used. 10) Brush away all the vermiculite and embers
from the right hand half of the fireplace.
The bearings are lubricated for
life. Do not lubricate them. Make 11) Remove the top and right hand side brick
sure you vacuum the fan area on a panels.
regular basis.
12) Remove the 12 Phillips head screws secur-
ing the valve access plate in place and then
lift the entire assembly out.
13) Undo the pilot tube from the valve with a

7/16" wrench.
14) Undo the quick drop out thermocouple nut

on the valve with a 9mm wrench.
15) Undo the "gas out" flare nut with a 13/16"

wrench.
16) Undo the "gas out" 90o elbow flare fitting

Grounding lug detail
with an 11/16" wrench.
17) Remove the 4 Phillips head screws from the

sides of the valve bracket and remove
valve.
Hint: If you are using black pipe, ensure

that there is a union by the valve, otherwise
removal will be almost impossible.

MAINTENANCE
INSTALLING VALVE
1) Attach the valve bracket to the valve with 12) Hook up the gas line and check for gas
the 4 (m5x8 metric) screws provided. leaks with a soap and water solution or a
gas leak detector. (Do not use open flame
2) Reconnect the "gas out" 90o elbow flare for leak testing.)
fitting with an 11/16" wrench.
13) Fire up the unit.
3) Reconnect the "gas out" flare nut with a
13/16" wrench. 14) Check the manifold pressure.
4) Reconnect the quick drop out thermocouple 15) Reinstall the vermiculite, embers, rock-
nut with a 9mm wrench. wool and logs as needed.
5) Reconnect the pilot tube nut with a 7/16" 16) Install and close the door and replace the
wrench. louvers.
6) Scrape off the old gasket from the floor of

the firebox.
7) Install a new gasket and reinstall the valve

assembly.
Note: Failure to install a new gasket may

severely affect the appliance per-
formance.
8) Reinstall the 12 hold down screws.
9) Hook up the 2 TP and 2 TH wires to the

appropriate connections on the valve.
10) Reinstall the burner grate. Put a dab of high

temperature silicone over the 3 screw holes.
11) Install Burner tube.

PARTS LIST
P42 MAIN ASSEMBLY

Part # Description Part # Description Part # Description
1) 910-142 Fan - Auto ON/OFF 15) 948-253 Relief Door Handle 38) 601-092 Baffle
Thermodisc 17) 910-199 Wire Holder Clip 39) 601-069 Restrictor
2) 820-389 Thermodisc Bracket
3) 948-045 Chain 20) 601-077 Top Nailing Strip 40) 510-994 Dura-Vent Adapter
4) 948-115 Extension Spring 21) 601-078 Side Nailing Strip (Optional)
7) 910-184 Terminal Block 23) 601-036 Standoff - Top
8) 510-125 Terminal Block Housing 24) 511-044 Standoff - Side/Back 58) 910-413 2-switch cover plate
9) 510-126 Terminal Block Housing Cover 510-089 Gasket - Air Inlet 59) 910-420 Double gang box
836-105 Top Insulation 60) 910-363 Wall Switch - White
600-515/P Fan Assembly (120 V) 27) * Outer Flue Collar 61) 904-687 3/8" Clamp Connector
11) 910-157/P Fan / Blower (120 V) 30) * Gasket for Flue Collar 97) 910-417 White Knob
910-882 Wire (Valve to Burner Switch) 31) * Flue Mounting Plate 99) 910-412 Fan Speed Control (wall
13) 601-021 Bottom Hinge Bracket-Left mounted)
14) 601-022 Bottom Hinge Bracket-Right 602-902 Brick Panel Std Red (Set)
33) * Brick Panel Back 946-556 Heat Wave Duct Kit (Optional)
34) * Brick Panel Left Side 92) 946-001 Oval Duct Adaptor
35) * Brick Panel Right Side 93) 946-007 Angle Bracket
36) * Brick Panel Top 94) 946-517/P Fan Assembly - Heat Wave
601-034 Brick Clip each 95) 946-006 Grill Plate - White
96) 946-005/01Wall Adaptor Plate - White
97) 910-417 Knob - White
98) 910-366 Switch Cover Plate - White
99) 910-412 Fan Speed Controller
100) 910-367 Box - Plastic Switch
Receptacle
101) 946-000 Round Duct Adaptor
102) 946-010 Flexible Air Duct
946-038 Insulation 6" Dia. x 24"
103) 946-002 Round to Oval Adaptor
104) 946-004 Junction Box
946-570 Heat Release Duct Kit

(Optional)
125) 910-165 Fan (120 V)
126) 946-000 Flexible Air Release Duct
127) 690-022 Cover Plate
918-407 Manual
*Not available as a replacement part.

PARTS LIST
P42 BURNER & LOG ASSEMBLY

Part # Description
602-574/P Valve Assembly - Natural Gas
602-576/P Valve Assembly - Propane
52) * Gasket - Valve Access Plate
56) 910-190 Piezo Ignitor & Nut
57) 910-378 Valve S.I.T. - Natural Gas
910-380 Valve S.I.T. - Propane
66) 910-038 Pilot Assy - S.I.T. - 3 Flame NG
910-039 Pilot Assy - S.I.T. - 3 Flame LP
67) * Pilot Holder
68) W840470 Pilot Assembly Gasket
69) 904-689 #33 Orifice - N.G.
904-641 #50 Orifice - Propane
936-170 Orifice Gasket
70) 601-133 Pilot Flame Bracket
75) * Valve Access Plate
79) 601-535 Burner Assy
82) 600-555 Burner/Grate Assy
84) * Air Shutter Gear Assembly - Male
88) 260-565 Air Shutter Gear Assembly - Female
904-565 Hex key 3/16" AF
89) 600-964 P42 Log Set

90) 910-421 Pilot ON/OFF Extension Knob (with Bay Front)
91) 910-422 HI/LOW Extension Knob (with Bay Front)

PARTS LIST
P42 FLUSH DOOR & LOUVERS

Part # Description
600-960 Flush Louvers (Set) - Gold/Black

600-958 Flush Louvers (Set) - Black
600-961 Flush Louvers (Set) - Steel/Black
133) * Flush Louver Assy-Top
134) * Flush Louver Assy-Bottom
Flush Door Assembly Complete

135) 940-086/P Glass (Flush)
137) 904-691 U-Clip
138) * Flush Door Frame
139) 936-155 Glass Gasket (Tadpole)
140) 948-042 Spring Hinge
600-965 Finishing Trim - Black

141) * Trim Side Left - Black
142) * Trim Side Right - Black
143) * Trim Top - Black
600-943 Double Screen Door Complete (Optional)

171) * Door Frame Assembly - Left
172) * Door Frame Assembly - Right
174) 511-085 Handle
175) 602-540 Door Support Frame Assembly
178) 948-257 Lift Hinge on Door
179) 948-258 Lift Hinge on Frame
180) 512-546 Door Latch Assembly
* Pushnut Fastener
* Screw 6-32 x 5/16 Pan Head
* Washer #6 External Star
187) 904-712 U-Clip for Screen Door
188) 948-216 Regency Logo Plate

PARTS LIST
P42 BAY FRONT & LOUVERS

Part # Description Part # Description
603-930 Bay Front Complete with Glass & Black Trim 600-954 Bay Louvers (Set) - Black
600-956 Bay Louvers (Set) - Gold/Black
600-957 Bay Louvers (Set) - Steel/Black
115) * Bay Louver Assy-Top
106) 940-102/P Side Glass 116) * Bay Louver Assy-Bottom
107) 936-243 Glass Gasket
108) 940-101/P Center Glass 117) 904-196 Magnet (1" round)
120) 400-189 Flush Glass Retainer Bracket
111) 602-906 Brick Panel - Bay Std Red 121) 603-932 Bay Front Screen
122) 948-216 Regency Logo Plate
113) * Bay Door Trim (Each) -Black
602-932 Bay Door Trim (Set) - Gold *Not available as a replacement part.
602-934 Bay Door Trim (Set) - Steel

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WARRANTY
Regency Fireplace Products are designed with reliability and simplicity in mind. In addition, our internal Quality Assurance Team carefully inspects each
unit thoroughly before it leaves our facility. FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd. is pleased to extend this limited lifetime warranty to the original
purchaser of a FPI Product. This warranty is not transferable.
The Warranty: Limited Lifetime

The combustion chamber, heat exchanger, burner tubes/pans, logs, brick panels and gold plating (against defective manufacture only) are covered under the Limited
Lifetime Warranty for five (5) years for parts and subsidized labour* and parts only thereafter.
Glass is covered for lifetime against thermal breakage only, parts and subsidized labour* for five (5) years and parts only thereafter from date of purchase.
External casting, surrounds and grills are covered against cracks and warps resulting from manufacturer defects, parts and subsidized labour* for three (3) years from
the date of purchase and parts only thereafter.
Special Finishes - One year on brushed nickel and antique copper full screens and doors. You can expect some changes in color as the product "ages" with constant
heating and cooling. FPI warranties the product for any manufacturing defects on the original product. However, the manufacturers warranty does not cover changing
colors and marks, ie. finger prints, etc applied after the purchase of the product. Damage from the use of abrasive cleaners is not covered by warranty.
Electrical and mechanical components such as blowers, switches, wiring, thermodiscs, FPI remote controls, spill switches, thermopiles, thermocouples, pilot assembly
components, and gas valves are covered for one year parts and subsidized labour* from the date of purchase. Blowers and valves replaced under warranty are considered
repairs and continue as if new with appliance. ie. twelve (12) months from original purchase date of appliance with a minimum of three (3) months coverage from date
of replacement.
FPI venting components are covered parts and subsidized labour* for three (3) years from date of purchase.
Simpson Dura-Vent venting components (Direct Vent units) are covered by Simpson Dura-Vent Inc. warranty.
Conditions:
Any part or parts of this unit which in our judgement show evidence of such defects will be repaired or replaced at FPI's option, through an accredited distributor or agent
provided that the defective part be returned to the distributor or agent Transportation Prepaid, if requested.
Porcelain/Enamel - Absolute perfection is either guaranteed nor commercially possible. Any chips must be reported and inspected by an authorized dealer within three
days of installation. Reported damage after this time will be subject to rejection.
It is the general practice of FPI to charge for larger, higher priced replacement parts and issue credit once the replaced component has been returned to FPI and evaluated
for manufacturer defect.
The authorized selling dealer is responsible for all in-field service work carried out on your FPI product. FPI will not be liable for results or costs of workmanship from
unauthorized service persons or dealers.
At all times FPI reserves the right to inspect product in the field which is claimed to be defective.
All claims must be submitted to FPI by authorized selling dealers. It is essential that all submitted claims provide all of the necessary information including customer
name, purchase date, serial #, type of unit, problem, and part or parts requested, without this information the warranty will be invalid.
Exclusions:
This limited Lifetime Warranty does not extend to or include paint, door or glass gasketing or trim.
At no time will FPI be liable for any consequential damages which exceed the purchase price of the unit. FPI has no obligation to enhance or modify any unit once manufactured.
ie. as products evolve, field modifications or upgrades will not be performed.
FPI will not be liable for travel costs for service work.
Installation and environmental problems are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and therefore are not covered under the terms of this warranty policy.
Embers, rockwool, gaskets, door handles and paint are not covered under the terms of this warranty policy.
Any unit which shows signs of neglect or misuse is not covered under the terms of this warranty policy.
The warranty will not extend to any part which has been tampered with or altered in any way, or in our judgment has been subject to misuse, improper installation, negligence
or accident, spillage or downdrafts caused by environmental or geographical conditions, inadequate ventilation, excessive offsets, negative air pressure caused by
mechanical systems such as furnaces, fans, clothes dryer, etc.
Freight damage to stoves and replacement parts is not covered by warranty and is subject to a claim against the freight carrier by the dealer.
FPI will not be liable for acts of God, or acts of terrorism, which cause malfunction of the appliance.
Performance problems due to operator error will not be covered by this warranty policy.
Products made or provided by other manufacturers and used in conjunction with the operation of this appliance without prior authorization from FPI, may nullify your
warranty on this product.
Any alteration to the unit which causes sooting or carboning that results in damage to the interior / exterior facia is not the responsibility of FPI.
* Subsidy according to job scale as predetermined by FPI.

Regency fireplace products are designed
with reliability and simplicity in mind. In
addition, our internal Quality Assurance
Team carefully inspects each unit
thoroughly before it leaves our
door.
Fireplace Products International

Ltd. is pleased to extend this Lim-
ited Lifetime Warranty to the original
purchaser of a Regency Product.
See the inside back cover for details.
Register your Regency online at

http://www.regency-fire.com
Installer: Please complete the following information
Dealer Name & Address: ______________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________
Installer: ___________________________________________________________
Phone #: ___________________________________________________________
Date Installed: ______________________________________________________
Serial No.: _________________________________________________________
Regency and Panorama are trademarks of FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd.
© Copyright 2005, FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd. All rights reserved. Printed in Canada

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MODELS: P42-NG3 Natural Gas P42-LP3 Propane

WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY

INFORMATION FOR MOBILE/MANUFACTURED HOMES AFTER FIRST SALE

This Regency Mobile/Manufactured Home Listed appli-

This Regency Mobile/Manufactured Home listed appli-

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket perma-

This appliance is only use with the type of gas indicated

2 Regency P42-3 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace

Safety Label Brick Panels ............................................................. 23

Regency P42-3 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 3

Copy of Safety Decal for P42

4 Regency P42-3 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace

annually. Make it a practice to have all of

Regency P42-3 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 5

6) The P42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace is ap-

7) We recommend that you plan your installa-

Note: For vent terminations see page 9

6 Regency P42-3 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace

Clearance to Combustibles from:

Minimum Clearance from Louver to:

Side Wall 6" (152mm)

This drawing is to scale at 1:6 (one inch = 6 inches)

The HeatWave Duct Kit

Regency P42-3 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 7

5) The unit does not have to be completely

4) The top louvers must not be closer than 36" Diagram 2

8 Regency P42-3 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace

Regency P42-3 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace

If longer runs are needed, the Regency Note:

10 Regency P42-3 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace

RIGID PIPE VENTING COMPONENTS LIST

Description Simpson Dura-Vent Selkirk AmeriventR

Adjustable Length, 11"-14", Galv. 911 4DT-AJ N/A

45O Elbow, Galvinized 945 4DT-EL45 4D45L

Ceiling Support 949 - n/a from FPI 4DT-CS 4DFSP

Attic Insulation Shield 12" N/A N/A 4DAIS12

Basic Horizontal Termination Kit (A) 970 4DT-HKA 4DHTK2

High Wind Vertical Cap 991 N/A N/A

Adjustable Flashing, 0/12-6/12 943 4DT-AF6 4DF

Vinyl Siding Standoff 950 4DT-VS N/A

Snorkel Termination 14" 982 4DT-ST14 4D12S

Regency P42-3 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 11

RIGID PIPE VENTING

12 Regency P42-3 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace

RIGID PIPE VENTING ARRANGEMENTS - HORIZONTAL TERMINATIONS

A vent guard may be required, check local codes.

Rigid Pipe Systems:

• Rigid Pipe Systems: Maintain a 1-1/4"(32mm) clearance to combustibles

Regency P42-3 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 13

RIGID PIPE VENTING ARRANGEMENTS - HORIZONTAL TERMINATIONS

If length "B" is increased, length "A" must be decreased by a corresponding amount.

For All Horizontal Terminations

Regency Flex Vent

• Maintain a 1-1/4" clearance to

Note: Regency Direct Vent System (Flex) is

14 Regency P42-3 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace

RIGID PIPE VENTING ARRANGEMENTS - VERTICAL TERMINATIONS

Note: Must use optional rigid pipe adap-