Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product U32 FPI
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FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNA TIONAL L TD. 6988 V enture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4 918-677b MODELS: U32-NG5 Natural Gas U32-LP5 Propane W ARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage.
2 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert Note: Oversize faceplate is 44" x 28" TO THE NEW OWNER Congratulations! Y ou are the owner of a state-of-the-art Gas Insert by FPI. The FPI Gas Insert Series of hand crafted appliances has been designed to provide you with all the warmth and charm of a fi replace, at the fl ick of a switch.
3 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert T ABLE OF CONTENTS OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Operating Instructions ................................................ 29 Lighting Procedure ...................................................... 29 Shutdown Procedure .
4 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert SAFETY LABEL This is a copy of the labels that accompany each U32-5 Gas Insert. We have printed a copy of the contents here for your review . The safety label is located on a plate inside the base of the unit visible when the bottom louver is opened.
5 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert REQUIREMENTS 5.08: Modifica tions to NFPA-54, Chapter 10 (2) Revise 10.8. 3 by adding the follow ing additional re quirements: (a) For all side wall hor izontally v.
6 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert IMPORT ANT MESSAGE SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The FPI Gas Insert must be installed in accordance with these instructions. Carefully read all the instructions in this manual fi rst. Consult the building authority having jurisdiction to determine the need for a permit prior to starting the installation.
7 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert A B D E C MANUF ACTURED MOBILE HOME ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 1) Ensure that structural members are not cut or weakened during installation. 2) Ensure proper grounding using the #8 ground lug provided. 3) Appliance must be anchored to the fl oor with the supplied anchoring methods.
8 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert VENTING THE APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE CONNECTED TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SER VING A SEP ARA TE SOLID FUEL BURNING APPLIANCE. This appliance is designed to be attached to two 3" (76mm) co-linear aluminium fl ex running the full length of the chimney .
9 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert OPTIONAL BRICK P ANEL 1) Unwrap the brick pattern panels from the protective wrapping. 2) Remove the glass front if it is already installed, see "Standard Flush Door" section. 3) Put the rear brick panel fl at against the back of the unit.
10 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert LOG SET INST ALLA TION Log kit (Part # 425-930) contains the following pieces: a) 27-31 Rear Log b) 27-32 Middle Left Log c) 27-33 Front Log d) 27-34 Middle Right .
11 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert 6) Fit the groove in log 27-34 into the tab on the right side of the burner. Rest the other end of log 27-34 on the notch in log 27-33.
12 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert 8) Fit log 27-36 into the pins on logs 27-33 and 27-31. 9) Place embers along the front of the burner as shown. Ensure not to cover any burner ports. 27-35 27-31 27-33 27-36 27-36 Embers 10) Separate platinum embers and place on the burner just in front of the logs as shown.
13 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert Completed Log Set Installation 27-33 27-32 27-31 27-36 27-34 27-35 INST ALLA TION.
14 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert Diagram 3 Rear View: T rim Assembly Diagram 2 Rear View: Faceplate Assembly Diagram 1 REGENCY F ACEPLA TE & TRIM INST ALLA TION 1) Lay the faceplate panels fl at, face down on something soft so they don't scratch.
15 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert T o remove the fl ush door, reverse the above steps. NOTE: The chain must rest on TOP of the gas inlet pipe never under it. Diagram 3 Diagram 2 Use the hook to pull the spring out until you can put the hook into the slot on the bottom door bracket.
16 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert BA Y LOUVERS 1) Install top louver by sliding the two bracket clips into the brackets located on top of the bay door . See below . The fi tted louver leaves a small gap between faceplate bottom and louver top. Note: If any maintenance etc.
17 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert THIS CONVERSION MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED GAS FITTER IF IN DOUBT DO NOT DO THIS CONVERSION !! 1) Shut off the gas supply . 2) Remove the louvers (and bay door if it is installed). 3) Open the fl ush door and remove the door .
18 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert Installation of the DC Sparker: 16) V erify that if the conversion is from NG to LPG, the screw must be re- assembled with the red o-ring visible (Fig. 5). LPG Configuration Red o-ring visible Fig.5 17) R e-assemble the black protection cap (Fig.
19 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert 27) Run the other end of the ground wire and DC spark generator wires through the bushing on the heat shield. 29) Plug the DC spark generator wires to the DC Sparker . 30) Connect the ground wire to the DC Sparker mounting bracket.
20 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert FULL SCREEN DOORS 1) Hold the full screen door frame up against the unit in order to make the following wire connections. Pull the ON/OFF connector wires from the fi rebox and connect them to the switch. Connect the fan switch wires with the wire connectors from the fan speed control.
21 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert 5) Place Bottom Frame near hinge. Flip hinge over Bottom Frame and secure with 3 screws. 4) Install Spring Hinges on the Left and Right Side of the bottom of the fi rebox using 2 screws per hinge.
22 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert HAMPT ON ® CAST F ACEPLA TE INST ALLA TION 1) Lay the faceplate panels fl at, face down on something soft so they don't scratch. 2) Attach the side fi ller brackets to the left and right sides using 3 screws and washer per side.
23 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert HAMPT ON ® CAST GRILL INST ALLA TION Note: The top grill should be placed with the curved cut-out facing up. 11 ) Mount the cast faceplate panels onto the insert body , sliding the side fi ller brackets into the space between the glass and the fi rebox.
24 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert IMPORT ANT : Please use the gloves provided when handling the Kensington ® Front to avoid fi ngerprints. 3) Slide the T abs on the Blanking Plate into the slots located on Front and secure using 2 screws.
25 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert THE KENSINGT ON ® 2-P ANEL DOOR INST ALLA TION 3) Hook the Left Side Screen Door to the Door Frame by placing the door hinges (top & bottom) over the pins on the Door Frame. Repeat for Right Side Screen Door .
26 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL Use the FPI Remote Control Kit approved for this unit. Use of other systems may void your warranty . The remote control kit comes with a hand held transmitter , a receiver and a wall mounting plate.
27 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert Piezo Ignitor Black Red To Thermocouple IN Pilot Assembly Thermostat (Optional) (Millivolt) Remote Receiver (Optional) (Millivolt) Remote T ransmitter (Optional) ON OFF Regency Burner ON OFF Ground Neutral Live Black Black Black Red Minimum Convection Air T emp.
28 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert For PROP ANE Units and Units Equipped with DC Spark Boxes* *For installation of the DC Spark Box refer to the LP Conversion instructions in this manual.
29 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert The glass panel may require cleaning after the unit has cooled down. DO NOT A TTEMPT TO CLEAN THE GLASS WHILE IT IS HOT . No te: When the glass is cold and the appliance is lit, it may cause condensation and fog the glass.
30 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert COPY OF LIGHTING INSTRUCTION PLA TE OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS sounds. Y ou should also be aware that as there are temperature changes within the unit these sounds will likely re-occur . Again, this is normal for steel fi reboxes.
31 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert MAINTENANCE GENERAL VENT MAINTENANCE Conduct an inspection of the venting system semi-annually . Recommended areas to inspect as follows: 1) Check the V enting System for corrosion in areas that are exposed to the elements.
32 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert F AN MAINTENANCE If your fan requires maintenance or replacement, access to the fan is through the plate on the rear wall of the fi rebox. NOTE: the unit MUST NOT be operated without the fan access panel securely in place.
33 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert MAINTENANCE V AL VE REPLACEMENT 1) Shut off the gas supply . 2) Remove the louvers (and bay door if it is on). 3) Open the fl ush door and remove the door . 4) Remove the logs and brick panels. 5) Remove the grate by loosening the two screws and sliding the grate out.
34 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert P ARTS LIST 1) 420-122 Fan Access Panel 2) 420-142 Gasket - Fan Access Panel 422-518/P Fan Assembly: 3) 910-215/P Fan Motor (120 V) 5) 910-750 Power Cord (120 V) 9.
35 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert P ARTS LIST 423-574/P V alve Assembly - NG 423-576/P V alve Assembly - LP 52) 910-478 V alve - SIT NG / LP 53) 910-190 Ignitor Piezo and Nut 55) * V alve Tray 58) 904-240 Burner Orifi ce Nat.
36 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert P ARTS LIST Bay Door 420-931 Complete Bay Door with Black Trim 10 2) * Glass Retainer Side (T op & Btm) 10 3 ) * Glass Retainer Front (T op & Btm) 106) 940.
37 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert L O G O P L A T E H E R E LOGOPLATEHERE L O G O P L A T E H E R E LOGOPLATEHERE 92 95 ST ANDARD SIZE DET AIL 'A' 91 93 REAR VIEW FRONT VIEW 96 68 60 99 7.
38 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert 202 205 187 189 188 203 195 194 194 207 201 402-971** Cast Faceplates (Set) 187) 910-246 Burner On/Off Switch 188) 910-330 Fan Speed Control (120 V) 189) 904-733 K.
39 U32-5 FPI Direct V ent Gas Insert W ARRANTY Regency Fireplace Products are designed with reliability and simplicity in mind. In addition, our internal Quality Assurance T eam carefully inspects each unit thoroughly before it leaves our facility . FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd.
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