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Regency

®

 L234 Direct Vent Gas Insert

9

INSTALLATION

11) 

Due to high temperatures, the appliance 
should be located out of high traffi c areas 
and away from furniture and draperies. 
Children and adults should be alerted to 
the hazards of high surface temperatures, 
especially the fi replace glass, and should 
stay away to avoid burns or clothing 
ignition. Young children should be carefully  
supervised when they are in the same 
room as the appliance. Clothing or other 
fl ammable material should not be placed 
on or near the appliance.

INSTALLATION  

CHECKLIST

Before installing vent system ensure that the 
damper plate is open and secure to prevent the 
damper plate from falling down and crushing 
the liner.

The FPI Gas Insert is installed as listed 
below. 

1)

  Check all clearances to combustibles. 

 

Refer to the following sections where 
applicable: 

 

a.  Minimum Clearances to Combustibles.

 

b.  Combustible Mantel Clearances

 

c.  Mantel Clearances 

2)

  Make the gas connection. Refer to the "Gas 

Connection" section.

3)

  Install the 3" x 3" or 3" x 2" fl ue liner to the 

sliding connector plate. Refer to the "Flue 
Liner Installation" section.

4)

  Slide the unit half way into the fi replace.

5)

  Pull the vent connector plate through the 

tapered brackets and fasten to the front 
plate.  Refer to the "Flue Liner Installation" 
section.

6)

  Slide the unit fully into the fi replace. 

7)

  Test gas pressure, refer to the "Gas Pipe 

Pressure Testing" section. Check aeration 
system, refer to "Gas Insert Aeration 
Systems" section.

Emissions from burning wood or gas could 
contain chemicals known to the State of 
California to cause cancer, birth defects or 
other reproductive harm.

8)

  Install standard and optional features. 

 

Refer to the following sections where 
applicable: 

 

a. Brick Panels 

 

b. Log Installation

 c. 

Faceplate

 d. 

Hearth 

Trim

 

e. Backing Plate

 

f. Remote Control (brick panels are    
   mandatory with remote control option)

 g. 

Wall 

Thermostat

9)

 

Final check. Refer to the  "Final Check" 
section.

 Before leaving this unit with the 

customer, the installer must ensure that the 
appliance is fi ring correctly. This includes:

 

a)

 

Clocking the appliance  to ensure the 
correct fi ring rate.

 

b)

 

Adjusting the primary air, if required, 
to ensure that the fl ame does not 
carbon.  Refer to the "Gas Insert 
Aeration System" section.

 

c)

 

Ensuring that the appliance is venting 
correctly.

MATERIALS 

REQUIRED

No electrical power supply is required for the gas 
control to operate.  A 120 Volt AC power cord is 
hooked up to the fan.  Plug the 3 wire cord into 
a suitable receptacle.  

Do not cut the ground 

terminal off under any circumstances.

  When 

connected with 120 volts, the appliance must 
be electrically grounded in accordance with 
local codes, current version of the Canadian 
Electrical Code CSA C22.1 (in Canada) or in 
the absence of local codes, with the National 
Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70.

MINIMUM FIREPLACE 

OPENING

The minimum fi replace opening for the L234 
gas  fi replace insert is shown in the following 
diagrams:

WARNING: 

Electrical Grounding Instructions

This appliance is equipped with 
a three pronged (grounding) plug 
for your protection against shock 
hazard and should be plugged 
directly into a properly grounded 
three-prong receptacle. Do not cut 
or remove the grounding prong 
from this plug.

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Summary of Contents for L234

Page 1: ...allation and service must be performed by an authorized installer service agency or the gas supplier FOR YOUR SAFETY What to do if you smell gas Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any elec...

Page 2: ...vide you with all the warmth and charm of a fireplace at the flick of a switch The L234 NG and L234 LP have been approved by Warnock Hersey for both safety and efficiency As it also bears our own mark...

Page 3: ...g 14 SIT Valve Description 14 Conversion Kit 536 969 from NG to LP 15 Optional Brick Panel Installation 17 Screen door install removal 18 Glass door install removal 18 Contour or Contemporary Faceplat...

Page 4: ...t and if there is a difference the label on the unit is the correct one For the State of Massachusetts installation and repair must be done by a plumber or gasfitter licensed in the Commonwealth of Ma...

Page 5: ...ly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment The sign shall read in print size no less than one half 1 2 inch in size GAS VENT DIRECT...

Page 6: ...6 Regency L234 Direct Vent Gas Insert DIMENSIONS...

Page 7: ...PPLIANCE SHOULD BE LOCATED OUT OF TRAFFIC AND AWAY FROM FURNITURE AND DRAPERIES WARNING FAILURE TO INSTALL THIS APPLIANCE CORRECTLY WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSE A SERIOUS HOUSE FIRE YOUNG CHI...

Page 8: ...himneycleanoutsmustfitproperly Refractory glass doors screen rails screen mesh and log grates can be removed from the fireplace beforeinstallingthegasfireplaceinsert Smoke shelves shields and baffles...

Page 9: ...optional features Refer to the following sections where applicable a Brick Panels b Log Installation c Faceplate d Hearth Trim e Backing Plate f RemoteControl brickpanelsare mandatory with remote con...

Page 10: ...non combustible mantel may be installed at a lower height Note Ensure the paint that is used on the mantel and the facing is heat resistant or the paint may discolour Unless otherwise stated the clear...

Page 11: ...of the termination cap NOTE Simpson Duravent can only be used with 3 and 3 liners INSTALLATION WITH 3 3 LINERS Part Description 948 305 3 Flex 35 ft intake exhaust 946 529 FPI Co linear DV Vertical Te...

Page 12: ...the 4 screws that hold the vent restrictor plate in place 2 Remove the 3 collar from the top plate by undoing the 4 screws NOTE The screws are secured from the underside of the top plate Underside of...

Page 13: ...NOTE 1 Final gas connection should be made after unit is in place to avoid damage to the liner when pushing the unit into position 2 Mill pac may be used instead of high tempture silicone and screws...

Page 14: ...ve is in the OFF position 2 Loosenthe IN and or OUT pressuretap s turningcounterclockwise with a 1 8 wide flat screwdriver 3 Attach manometer to IN and or OUT pressure tap s using a 5 16 ID hose 4 Lig...

Page 15: ...INSTALLATION 1 Open the left and right side faceplate panels 2 Turn off the gas supply 3 Remove the bottom louver by pulling out 4 Remove the glass door a Pull off the left side spring hook that hold...

Page 16: ...ig 3 17 Using the allen key as shown in Fig 4 rotate the screw clockwise until snug do not overtighten Fig 3 Fig 4 WARNING Do not overtighten the screw Recommended to grip the wrench by the short side...

Page 17: ...ck panel by carefully placing it against the back wall of the firebox and rest it on the rear log tray Back Brick Panel Rear Log Tray 3 Slide the right side brick panel into position and secure in pla...

Page 18: ...side down and place it into the middle opening on the top side mounting bracket Repeat for right side b Swing the door out 45 degrees and lift up and out 1 Remove the glass door 2 Hook the screen door...

Page 19: ...ft and right side panels to show keyhole mounting 2 Open the left and right side faceplate panels of the faceplate 3 Mount the faceplate onto the unit by aligning the 4 key hole slots in the faceplate...

Page 20: ...rom the sleeve and connect them to the wires from the unit as shown in diagram 10 9 Close the right side faceplate panel 10 Remove the remote receiver bracket from the left side of the unit by undoing...

Page 21: ...12 and put back in place see diagram 13 NOTE Ensure connectors are tucked in behind the mounting bracket to allow the side faceplate panel to close easily Diagram 12 Diagram 13 15 Re install the remot...

Page 22: ...soft surface to prevent scratching Backing Plate Installation Customize Backing Plate The inside of the backing plate may be cut as required using a metal cutting blade Do not cut the outside edges Th...

Page 23: ...ight Corner Backing Plate 9 Place the right side corner backing plate over the top and right side backing plate Push in place to secure see diagram 5 Repeat for left side Completed Backing Plate Insta...

Page 24: ...panels to show mounting of hearth trim a The Hearth Trim can be adjusted to custom fit an installation by pulling apart the top piece from the bottom piece b Cut the top of the bottom piece of the he...

Page 25: ...y remove the logs from the box and unwrap them The logs are fragile handle with care do not force into position 2 Fit log 2 711 into the pins on the rear log tray 2 711 3 Place log 2 714 on the base o...

Page 26: ...g 2 713 into the pin on log 2 714 and rest the right side of the log on the burner plate pushing it against the tab 2 712 2 713 2 714 2 713 6 Place log 2 715 into the pin on log 2 712 and rest the rig...

Page 27: ...e right side of the burner as shown 8 Fit log 2 716 into the pin on log 2 712 Right side of Burner 2 713 2 716 2 712 Also place a few embers along the burner tube next to log 2 713 Separate platinum e...

Page 28: ...28 Regency L234 Direct Vent Gas Insert INSTALLATION Completed Log Set Installation 2 711 2 716 2 715 2 712 2 713 2 714...

Page 29: ...surfaces and are away from sharp edges WARNING Electrical Grounding Instructions This appliance is equipped with a three pronged grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be p...

Page 30: ...iring rate rate noted on label at 15 minutes 2 Ifrequired adjustingtheprimaryairtoensure that the flame does not carbon First allow the unit to burn for 15 min to stabilize 3 Check for proper draft CA...

Page 31: ...seen when lighting the unit the logs have been incorrectly positioned 8 The unit should never be turned off and on again without a minimum of a 60 second wait LIGHTING PROCEDURE During the first few...

Page 32: ...und when ON This sound will increase or decrease in volume depending on the speed setting of your fan speed control Burner Tray The burner tray is positioned directly under the burnertube s andlogsand...

Page 33: ...ANCE CAUTION ANY SAFETY SCREEN OR GUARD REMOVED FOR SERVICING AN APPLIANCE MUST BE REPLACED PRIOR TO OPERATING THE APPLIANCE CLOTHING OR OTHER FLAMMABLE MATERIAL SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON OR NEAR THE AP...

Page 34: ...Whileholdingthehookturn it upside down and place it into the middle opening on the top side mounting bracket Repeat for right side b Swing the door out 45 degrees and lift up and out 5 Remove the logs...

Page 35: ...fan by sliding the fan forward and lift up and out 14 Remove the ground screw which holds the ground wire Ground Wire 15 Replace the fan NOTE Bendtheconnectorclipsdownbefore re installing the fan cov...

Page 36: ...lace it into the middle opening on the top side mounting bracket Repeat for right side b Swing the door out 45 degrees and lift up and out 7 Disconnect the gas connection to the valve 8 Disconnect the...

Page 37: ...ews Rear Log Tray Removed 14 Remove the 12 screws that hold the valve tray to the firebox and carefully pull out 15 Replace the valve 16 Reverse steps 14 1 11 Remove the burner by undoing the 3 screws...

Page 38: ...el Set Standard Brown 536 902 Brick Panel Set Standard Red 9 Brick Panel Right 10 Brick Panel Left 11 Brick Panel Back 511 031 Brick Clip 12 536 523 Flue Adaptor Assembly 13 Valve Shield 14 536 091 Pi...

Page 39: ...CEPLATE ASSEMBLY Part Description 60 536 918 Contemporary Faceplate 61 536 914 Contour Faceplate 62 910 246 Burner ON OFF Switch 63 910 330 Fan Speed Control 120 V 64 904 569 Fan Speed Control Knob 65...

Page 40: ...Insert PARTS LIST BACKING PLATE HEARTH TRIM ASSEMBLY Part Description 536 922 Backing Plate 81 Left Side 82 Right Side 83 Top 84 Left Corner 85 Right Corner 536 940 Hearth Trim 86 Top 87 Bottom Not a...

Page 41: ...Regency L234 Direct Vent Gas Insert 41 NOTES...

Page 42: ...42 Regency L234 Direct Vent Gas Insert NOTES...

Page 43: ...nsportation 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...

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