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Gem 54 Regency Gas Fire

To the New Owner:

Congratulations!

You are the owner of a state-of-the-art Gas Fireplace by

REGENCY

. The Gem54 has been

designed to provide you with all the warmth and charm of a wood fireplace at the flick of a switch.

The model Gem54 has been approved by AGA 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.

Summary of Contents for Gem54

Page 1: ...our gas supplier from a neighbour s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department 918 784f Regency Gem54 Gas Fireplace 12 19 16 Owners Installation Manual www regency fire com au Installer Please complete the details on the back cover and leave this manual with the homeowner Homeowner Please keep these instructions for future reference ...

Page 2: ... warmth and charm of a wood fireplace at the flick of a switch The model Gem54 has been approved by AGA 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 ...

Page 3: ...m54 ng 24 Venting Arrangements 25 Allowable Vertical Terminations for Gem54 lpg ULPG 25 Unit Installation with Horizontal Termination 26 Unit Installation with Vertical Termination 27 Unit Installation 28 High Elevation 29 Gas Line Installation 29 Pilot Adjustment 29 Gas Pipe Pressure Testing 29 S I T Valve Description 29 Conversion from NG to LPG 30 Conversion from NG to ULPG 30 Aeration Adjustme...

Page 4: ... x 52 2 95mm 1 70mm 1 61mm Model Approval No AGA 7493 G Code AS4558 NZ5262 Part 918 785 Rev C Colour Black on Grey Size 100 Sept 4 08 no changes to artwork Apr 30 09 Received certification June 10 13 Revised AGA Dec 24 13 Updated E Aus address and code format Nov 9 16 Rev C updated naming convention Distributed by Western Australia Air Group Australia 28 Division St Welshpool WA 6106 Eastern Austr...

Page 5: ...S dimensions 59 1499mm 52 5 8 1337mm 48 1 2 1232mm 20 1 2 521mm 19 3 4 502mm 10 5 8 270mm 1 1 2 38mm 31 5 8 803mm 46 3 8 1178mm 35 1 4 895mm 22 3 8 568mm 17 1 8 435mm 5 11 16 144mm FACEPLATE DOOR FRAME OVERLAY DIMENSIONS UNIT DIMENSIONS ...

Page 6: ...OAVOIDBURNS OR CLOTHING IGNITION YOUNGCHILDRENSHOULDBECARE FULLY SUPERVISED WHEN THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM AS THE APPLIANCE 1 The appliance installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the current Installation and Building Codes 2 The appliance when installed must be elec trically grounded in accordance with local codes 3 See general construction and assembly in...

Page 7: ...ounted ON OFF Switch Use the toggle wall switch supplied with the manual package Use of a decor switch causes higher resistance which is a problem on gas fireplaces 10 Final check Before leaving this unit with the customer the installer must ensure that the appliance is firing correctly and operation fully explained to customer INSTALLATION CHECKLIST 1 Locate appliance a Room location Refer to Loc...

Page 8: ... fireplace and vent system be installed only in accordance with these instructions F B E D A Installed Close to Floor G 48 1219mm 4 102mm 5 11 16 144mm 28 711mm 20 508mm 22 1 2 52 5 8 60 1 2 1537mm Non combustible Material Non combustible Material Non combustible Material Non combustible Material Metal Stud header Wood Stud Wood Stud Clearance Dimension Measured From A Mantel Height min 20 508mm T...

Page 9: ...e material and drywall 3 Prior to taping and mudding it is highly recommended to prime the facing and edges using a quality primer This will ensure proper adhesion of both the tape and mud The optional board is very porous During dry fit ensue that both surfaces being taped are even 4 Tape the seams using a mesh type tape 5 To seal up seams as normal we recommend using a product called Durabond hi...

Page 10: ... Non Combustible Drywall 2 0 12 6 4 8 10 Top of Fireplace Opening 13 330mm 3 89mm Standoff Metal Stud On Edge 0 14 Non combustible Facing To Floor 1 25mm 30 762mm 20 21 28 1 8 724mm 51mm 102mm 152mm 203mm 254mm 305mm 356mm Due to the extreme heat this fireplace emits the mantel clearances are critical Combustible mantel clearances from top of front facing are shown in the diagram on the right Note...

Page 11: ...Combustible materials can be laid against the side and back standoffs and the stove base 4 If material such as brick stone etc extends past the faceplate depth when finishing around the faceplate the minimum opening dimen sions noted below must be adhered to ensuring for the removal of the faceplate FRAMING FINISHING 1 Frame in the enclosure for the unit with framing material IMPORTANT Header must...

Page 12: ...5mm E Corner Wall Length 72 1829mm F Corner Facing Wall Width 101 7 8 2586mm G Vent Centerline Height 44 1118mm H Non combustible facing height 20 508mm I Gas Connection Opening Height 1 1 2 38mm J Gas Connection Height 4 102mm K Gas Connection Inset 7 1 4 184mm L Gas Connection Opening Width 3 1 4 83mm Framing depth measurement is noted with the side nailing strips set as far forward on the fireb...

Page 13: ... Top Standoff Nailing Strip side nailing strips and standoffs must be correctlypositionedandattachedtotheunitbeforeslidingtheunitintoposition STANDOFF ASSEMBLY The side rear and bottom standoffs are shipped in a flat position and must be folded into shape and attached see diagram 1 1 Remove the standoffs from the unit 2 Take each standoff and bend into the correct shape Bend up at the bend lines u...

Page 14: ...n place 3 Adjust the vent restrictor plate to the required vent restrictor position as per the diagrams shown 4 Once the vent restrictor plate is in the required position secure with screws VENT RESTRICTOR POSITION Vent Restrictor Settings for Gem54 NG Vent Restrictor Settings for Gem54 LP Gem54 ULPG 108mm 76mm 51mm Vent Restrictor Set 1 Vent Restrictor Set 2 Vent Restrictor Set 3 SET 2 THIS HOLE ...

Page 15: ...w door or non mechanical air inlet or any other opening into a building with the exception of sub floor ventilation see also Note I Appliances up to 150 MJ h input 500 Appliances over 150 MJ h input 1500 k Vertically below an openable window door or non mechanical air inlet or any other opening into a building with the exception of sub floor ventilation I For mechanical air inlets including spa bl...

Page 16: ...terior Vent Termination Locations section FPI Direct Vent Flex System Termination Kits include all the parts needed to install the Gem54 using a flexible vent Notes 1 Liner sections should be continuous without any joints or seams 2 Only Flex pipe purchased from FPI may be used for Flex installations 3 Horizontal vent must be supported every 3 feet 0 9m 4 Awallthimbleismandatoryforallhorizontalter...

Page 17: ...unting surface of termination cap For siding other than vinyl furring strips may be used instead of the vinyl siding standoff to create a level surface to mount the vent terminal The Terminal must not be recessed into siding Measure the wall thickness including furring strips If a Vinyl Siding Standoff is required it must be usedwithvinylsiding measuretooutsidesurface of wall without siding and ad...

Page 18: ...VA CS 5DT CSS 5DRS TM 5SS Wall Support Band 58DVA WS 5DT WS B 5DWS TM 5WS Offset Support 58DVA ES N A from FPI 5DT OS N A TM 5OS Wall Thimble Black 58DVA WT 5DT WT 5DWT N A Wall Thimble Support Ceiling Support 58DVA DC N A from FPI N A N A N A Firestop Spacer 58DVA FS 5DT FS 5DFS TM 5LS Trim Plate Black 58DAV WFS 5DT TP 5DCP TM 5TP 5 X 8 RIGID PIPE CROSS REFERENCE CHART Components from different M...

Page 19: ...onal 946 623 P AstroCap XL Horizontal Cap 770 994 Rigid Pipe Adaptor Must use with all rigid piping 946 506 P Vent Guard Optional 946 606 Starter collar reducer 5 x 8 to 4 x 6 5 8 946 625 Vinyl Siding Standoff AstroCap XL Note When using Metal Fab Sure Seal Rigid Piping please note that the Adaptor 4DDA must be used in conjunction with FPI Rigid Pipe Adaptor 510 994 Not available applicable for th...

Page 20: ... each floor level and whenever passing through a wall A wall thimble is mandatory for all horizontal terminations due to high temperatures VENT RESTRICTOR SETTING Vent restrictor factory set no adjustment required unless otherwise indicated Refer to the Vent Restrictor Position section for details on how to change the vent restrictor from the factory setting of Set 1 to Set 2 or Set 3 if required ...

Page 21: ... and whenever passing through a wall A wall thimble is mandatory for all horizontal terminations due to high temperatures VENT RESTRICTOR SETTING Vent restrictor factory set no adjustment required unless otherwise indicated Refer to the Vent Restrictor Position section for details on how to change the vent restrictor from the factory setting of Set 1 to Set 3 if required Note Regency Direct Vent S...

Page 22: ...n 90o elbows is required VENT RESTRICTOR SETTING Vent restrictor factory set at Set 1 no adjustment required One 90o elbow Two 45o elbows Option V H V V1 H H1 With these options max total pipe length is 9m with min of 3 4m total vertical and max 2 7m total horizontal A 6m Min 3m Max 9m Min 6m Max B 6m Min 6m Max 1 5m Min 1 2m Max C 9m Min 6m Max 2 1m Min 1 5m Max D 1 2m Min 9m Max 2 7m Min 1 8m Ma...

Page 23: ...pipelength is 9m with min of 2 7m total vertical and max 2 4m total horizontal A 6m Min 6m Max 1 2m Min B 9m Min 1 2m Max 1 8m Min C 1 2m Min 1 5m Max 2 1m Min D 1 5m Min 1 8m Max 2 4m Min E 1 8m Min 2 4m Max 2 7m Min Please note minimum 3m between 90o elbows is required VENT RESTRICTOR SETTING Vent restrictor factory set at Set 1 no adjustment required ...

Page 24: ... centerline Minimum length of pipe between elbows 12 305mm Maximum 27 ft 8 2m 0 2 4 6 40 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 Vertical Height Feet 32 34 36 38 6 8 Horizontal Feet 2 0 4 10 12 16 18 14 20 Vent Restrictor on Set 2 Vent Restrictor on Set 3 Vent Restrictor on Set 1 factory setting VENTING ARRANGEMENTS ALLOWABLE VERTICAL TERMINATIONS FOR GEM54 NG The shaded area in the diagram shows all a...

Page 25: ...rline Maximum 27 ft 8 2m 0 2 4 6 40 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 Vertical Height Feet 32 34 36 38 6 8 Horizontal Feet 2 0 4 10 12 16 18 14 Vent Restrictor on Set 3 Vent Restrictor on Set 4 Vent Restrictor on Set 1 factory setting Minimum length of pipe between elbows 12 305mm VENTING ARRANGEMENTS ALLOWABLE VERTICAL TERMINATIONS FOR GEM54 LPG ULPG The shaded area in the diagram shows all allo...

Page 26: ...h special twist lock connections to connect the venting system to the appliance flue outlet A twist lock appliance adaptor is required 3 In conjunction with the Simpson Direct Vent Prosystem installtheadaptoraftertheunitis set in its desired location Put a bead of high temperature silicone inside the outer section of the adapter and a bead of Mill Pack on the innercollar Sliptheadapterovertheexist...

Page 27: ...e initsdesiredlocation Drop a plumb bob down from the ceiling to the position of the appliance flue exit andmarkthelocation where the vent will penetrate the ceiling Drill a small hole at his point Next drop a plumb bob from the roof to the hole previously drilled in the ceiling and mark the spot where the vent will penetrate the roof Determine if ceiling joists roof rafters or other framing will ...

Page 28: ...equired clearance to 1 1 2 38mm Werecommendframinga11 279mm x 11 279mm inside dimensions hole to give structural rigidity for mounting the termination 1 Locate the unit in the framing rough in the gas preferably on the right side of the unit Locate the centerline of the termination and mark wall accordingly Cut an 11 279mm hole in the wall inside dimension Note If installing termination on a sidin...

Page 29: ...gas lines can be easily disconnected for servicing Flare nuts for copper lines and flex connectors are usually considered to meet this requirement NOTE A shutoff dante valve should be supplied in or near the unit or as per local codes for ease of servicing this appliance Gem54 NG SYSTEM DATA Min Supply Pressure 1 13 kpa Low Setting Man Pressure 0 4kpa Max Manifold Pressure 0 87 kpa Injector Size 3...

Page 30: ...ins one ULPG Conversion Kit 476 967 ULPG Conversion Kit Contains Qty Part Description 1 904 390 Burner Orifice 52 1 918 272 Decal Converted to ULPG 1 918 273 Red ULPG label 1 904 529 5 32 Allen Key 1 910 037 LPG Injector Pilot Orifice 1 918 798 Instruction Sheet 1 Warning Turn off the unit by way of the wall switch or remote Allow unit to cool at least 10 min prior to removing the faceplate 2 Shut...

Page 31: ...rs on burner tray located behind the burner on either side of the pilot assembly 8 Lift out the 2 burner tray extenders Burner tray extenders Burner tray 14 Remove burner orifice with a 1 2 wrench and discard Use another wrench to hold on to the elbow below the orifice see below Pilot Cap Pilot Orifice 12 Pull off the pilot cap to expose the pilot orifice see below 13 Unscrew the pilot orifice wit...

Page 32: ...until snug do not overtighten 21 Verify that if the conversion is from NG to LPG the screw must be re assembled with the red o ring visible Fig 5 22 Re assemble the black protection cap Fig 6 WARNING Also check that the pilot and main burner injectors are appropriate for the gas type Fig 1 Fig 2 Fig 3 Fig 4 LPG Configuration Red o ring visible Fig 5 Fig 6 23 Attach the label This unit has been con...

Page 33: ...tude Open the air shutter for a blue flame or close for a more yellow flame Minimum Air Shutter Opening NG 13mm LP Full open 22 mm ULPG Full open 22mm CAUTION Carbonwillbeproducedifairshutter is not fully open CAUTION Label all wires prior to disconnection whenservicingcontrols Wiringerrorscancause improper and dangerous operation Caution Ensure that the wires do not touch any hot surfaces and are...

Page 34: ...be considered a defect Black Enamel panels will discolor a little during normal operation This is normal and should not be considered a defect All hand and finger marks MUST be cleaned off with a soft cloth and a stainless steel cleaner Most stainless steel cleaners leave a film residue on the surface of the panels Use an ammonia based cleaner ie glass cleaner to remove this film before applying h...

Page 35: ...emoving faceplate Glass Crystals shown on Burner OPTIONAL PEBBLE INSTALLATION FOR FIREBOX BASE There is an optional pebble package to choose from 1 Natural River Pebbles Spread the pebbles evenly on the exposed base of the firebox Pebbles are NOT to be placed anywhere on the burner or over top of the Cobalt Blue Glass Crystals or optional Ceramic Spa Stones Warning Turn off the unit by way of the ...

Page 36: ...wing are recommended settings for NG and LP units when using the log set NG 1 2 LP Full Open 2 Attach the 12 pin clips to the bottom cover not the burner in the exact locations indicated by an X as shown in Diagram 2 below Note Front and back measurements originate from the centre line of burner Side measurements originate from front edge of the bottom cover see Diagram 3 Note Units may have dimpl...

Page 37: ...al installation section in this manual Pin clips installed dots indicate dimple locations Actual dimples pin clips are black not white as shown Diagram 6 Diagram 8 Diagram 7 6 If installing optional pebbles install pebbles before log installation 5 Place platinum embers on glass crystals as shown in diagram 7 ...

Page 38: ... 9 Install the following a Glass door b Faceplate and door frame Refer to these sections in the HZ54 manual for detailed instructions Diagram 9 Diagram 10 Diagram 11 Log Set Installed shown with optional pebbles 7 Place logs A B on the burner rest logs on the pin clips as shown in diagram 9 Note Logs should be oriented exactly as shown in diagram 9 A B B A C D D C ...

Page 39: ...will keep the Faceplate in position after it has been installed Before you start Stainless must be inspected for scratches and dimples prior to installation All claims to be recorded at this time Claims for damage after installation will not receive consideration To protect the finish during installation and handling cotton gloves MUST be worn at all times while handling the panels even when remov...

Page 40: ... be installed once the top fascia is in place 2 Install the fascia to the unit by hooking the left and right side mounting brackets into the mounting slots at the side of the firebox as shown below It is recommended that you use the first mounting slot the one closest to the door frame overlay out of the 5 so that the faceplate and door frame overlay are flush with one another See diagram below NO...

Page 41: ... up and flush with the top fascia Completed Faceplate Door Frame Overlay Installation IMPORTANT NOTE To ensure the gap between the door frame and the faceplate are equal from side to side you may need to slide the faceplate slightly to the left or right accordingly Also if necessary the faceplate may be adjusted up and down by loosening the top screw as shown in the diagram below and sliding the p...

Page 42: ...t to remove Use a non abrasive cleanerandDONOTATTEMPTTOCLEAN THE GLASS WHILE IT IS HOT TheFIRST FIREinyourheaterispartofthepaint curing process To ensure the paint is properly cured it is recommendedyou burnyourfireplace for at least four 4 hours the first time When first operated the unit will release an odour caused by the curing of the paint and the burning off of any oils remaining from manufa...

Page 43: ...Gem 54 Regency Gas Fire 43 operating instructions COPY OF LIGHTING PLATE INSTRUCTIONS OFF a ...

Page 44: ...nel cover located on the left hand side floor of the firebox Fan Access Panel 6 After extenders have been removed Remove the 2 screws that secure the burner tray at the base of the firebox 7 Slide the burner to the left and lift it out Location of screws securing burner 4 Loosen 6 screws that secure the burner extenders on burner tray located behind the burner on either side of the pilot assembly ...

Page 45: ...o the right 12 Remove from unit bracket and attached 6 section of 3 duct from elbow at left side and set aside 13 Remove ground wire 16 Remove fan assembly by sliding to the left and lifting out through the fan access panel This will disconnect right side duct from fan assembly 15 Carefully disconnect spade connectors 17 Reverse steps when service is completed Once re installed make sure 3 ducts o...

Page 46: ...servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation WARNING Electrical Grounding Instructions This appliance is equipped with a three pronged grounding plug for yourprotectionagainstshockhazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three prong receptacle Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug Noelectricalpowersupplyisrequiredforthegas cont...

Page 47: ... and shine a flashlight down the Vent Remove any bird nests or other foreign material 3 Check for evidences of excessive condensation suchaswaterdropletsforming in the inner liner and subsequently dripping outthejoints Continuouscondensationcan cause corrosion of caps pipe and fittings It may be caused by having excessive lateral runs toomanyelbows andexteriorportions ofthesystembeingexposedtocold...

Page 48: ... it to cool down to room temperature prior to handling 2 Turn off the gas supply to the unit 3 Remove the faceplate by lifting it up off the hinges on the sides of the firebox 4 Remove the door frame overlay by swinging out 45o from the bottom and lift up and out 5 Remove the glass door a Remove the 3 screws shown below at the bottom of the glass door b Swing the door out 45o from the bottom and l...

Page 49: ...t up and out 3 Disconnect the spark electrode wire from the DC spark box shown in the image below 4 RemovethebatterycoverfromtheDCSpark Box 4 Remove the DC spark box bracket assembly by lifting the bracket tab out from the firebox DC Spark Box Bracket Assembly partially removed Generator Wires 5 Disconnect the 2 DC spark generator wires from the DC Spark box located just behind the bracket tab as ...

Page 50: ... bottom and lift up and out 5 Remove the glass door a Remove the 3 screws shown below at the bottom of the glass door b Swing the door out 45o from the bottom and lift up and out 6 Remove the burner tray by undoing the 2 screws in between the bot tom cover and burner on the firebox Carefully lift the burner up and out ensuring not to spill the glass crystals Aerial View of the inside of the unit s...

Page 51: ...ews 12 Slightly lift out valve tray 13 Disconnect the inlet gas line 14 Replace valve and reverse steps 7 Remove bottom cover by undoing 3 screws securing it to the firebox base lift up and out Aerial View of the inside of the unit shown 9 Disconnect the DC Sparker leads at the valve 10 Unplug the Ignitor wire from the DC Sparker DC Sparker Lead Ignitor Wire ...

Page 52: ...9 Pilot Assembly LP 8 904 688 Orifice 32 904 645 Orifice 51 910 096 Pilot Hood 3 way 910 036 Pilot Orifice NG 910 037 Pilot Orifice LP 910 341 Thermopile 910 386 Thermocouple 910 007 Electrode 910 432 Pilot Tube 9 476 101 Burner Extenders 904 658 Inlet Gas Flex Line SS 370 055 Flue Collar Gasket 476 023 Plate Relief Gasket 476 055 Valve Tray Gasket 521 035 Inner Flue Collar Gasket 940 359 P Flush ...

Page 53: ...07 Reflective Stainless Steel Panels 31 476 944 Faceplate Door Frame Overlay Black 476 947 Faceplate Door Frame Overlay Stainless Steel 946 671 Cobalt Blue Glass Crystals 946 672 Natural River Pebbles 476 540 Door frame w Glass 32 476 532 Screen Assembly ACCESSORIES 30 32 31 ...

Page 54: ...ponents Ignition Control Boards Wiring Switches Fans Fan Control Module Battery Pack Remote Control Systems 1 Enamel Panels 1 Venting Venting Components 1 All Stainless steel surrounds 1 All Firebox Media Crystals Fire beads Volcanic Ceramic Spa Stones 1 All hardware 1 Mesh Glass Safety Barriers 1 Accent Light Bulbs 1 Glass Crazing 1 After the original warranty coverage for any of the parts above ...

Page 55: ...eral 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 If a consumer has a unit installed outside an accredited distributor dealer or pre approved service agent s service area or the closest approved service agent is situated more than thirty 30 kilometres from the install...

Page 56: ...vement expansion and contraction of the steel is normal and is not covered under the terms of this warranty Freight damages for products or parts are not covered under the terms of the warranty Porcelain Enamel Absolute perfection is neither guaranteed nor commercially possible Any chips must be reported and inspected by the authorised selling dealer within three 3 days of installation Any damage ...

Page 57: ...at the option of the supplier one or more of the following i replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent goods ii the repair of the goods iii the payment of the cost of replacing the goods or of acquiring equivalent goods or iv equivalent goods or v the payment of the cost of having the goods repaired b To the extent that services supplied by the supplier are services other than services ...

Page 58: ...ices Fireplace Products Australia Pty Ltd 1 3 Conquest Way Hallam VIC Australia 3803 Phone 61 3 9799 7277 Fax 61 3 9799 7822 To obtain warranty service in Western Australia and or New Zealand please contact one of our authorised distributors in those areas Western Australia Air Group Australia 28 30 Division St Welshpool WA Australia 6106 Phone 08 9350 2200 Fax 08 9353 4225 New Zealand Aber Holdin...

Page 59: ... order for us to serve you better Warranty Registration Form or Register online immediately at the above Web Site Warranty Details Serial Number required Purchase Date required mm dd yyyy Product Details Product Model required Dealer Details Dealer Name required Dealer Address Dealer Phone Installer Date Installed mm dd yyyy Your Contact Details required Name Address Phone Email For purchases made...

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