L234 Gas Insert MODELS: L234-NG Natural Gas L234-LP Propane Owners & Installation Manual Liberty L234 Product Video WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury, property damage, or loss of life. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional information consult an authorized installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
REGENCY GAS FIREPLACE INSERT TO THE NEW OWNER Congratulations! You are the owner of a state-of-the-art Gas Insert by FPI. The L234 Direct Vent Gas Insert has been designed to provide 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, it promises to provide you with economy, comfort and security for many trouble free years to follow.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY LABEL Safety Label...................................................................4 REQUIREMENTS MA Code - CO Detector.................................................5 UNIT DIMENSIONS Optional Hearth Trim- contour/ contemporary faceplate ...............................................25 Optional Hearth Trim - Low profile faceplate ...............26 Log Set Installation ......................................................27 Wiring Diagrams ...................................
SAFETY LABEL This is a copy of the labels that accompany each L234 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. Ensure that the safety label is attached to the unit. NOTE: FPI units are constantly being improved. Check the label on the unit and if there is a difference, the label on the unit is the correct one.
REQUIREMENTS MA Code - CO Detector (for the State of Massachusetts only) 5.08: Modifications to NFPA-54, Chapter 10 (2) Revise 10.8.
DIMENSIONS 6 Regency® L234 Direct Vent Gas Insert
INSTALLATION FOR YOUR SAFETY This appliance requires air for proper combustion. Always provide adequate combustion and ventilation air. Follow instructions and information in CSA B149.1 (in Canada) or the National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223.1/NFPA (in the USA), regarding requirements for combustion and ventilation air. INSTALLATION AND REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSON. THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE INSPECTED BEFORE USE AND AT LEAST ANNUALLY BY A PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PERSON.
INSTALLATION IMPORTANT MESSAGE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The FPI Direct Vent Gas Insert must be installed in accordance with these instructions. Carefully read all the instructions in this manual first. Consult the building authority having jurisdiction to determine the need for a permit prior to starting the installation. NOTE: Failure to follow the instructions could cause a malfunction of the heater which could result in death, serious bodily injury, and/or property damage.
INSTALLATION 11) Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of high traffic areas and away from furniture and draperies. Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures, especially the fireplace 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 flammable material should not be placed on or near the appliance.
INSTALLATION MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES COMBUSTIBLE MANTEL CLEARANCES Unless otherwise stated the clearances listed below are Minimum distances to combustible materials. Please Note: A major cause of chimney related fires is due to a failure to maintain required clearances (air space) to combustible materials. It is of the greatest importance that this insert and vent system be installed only in accordance with these instructions.
INSTALLATION VENTING THE APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE CONNECTED TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING A SEPARATE SOLID FUEL BURNING APPLIANCE. This appliance is designed to be attached to two 3" (76mm) co-linear aluminium flex running the full length of the chimney. The flue length must be a minimum length of 8' (2.44m) and a maximum of 35' (10.7m). Periodically check that the vent is unrestricted. The L234 is also approved for use with a 2" liner for air intake and a 3" liner for exhaust.
INSTALLATION CONVERTING FROM 3" & 3" VENTING TO 3" & 2" 1) Remove the top plate from the unit by undoing the screw at the front of the firebox and slide out towards the back of the unit. VENT RESTRICTOR POSITION The Vent Restrictor plate is located on the inside top of the firebox. To change the vent restrictor position, refer to the instructions below; 1) Remove the glass door. 2) Remove brick panels if installed. 3) Remove the 4 screws that hold the vent restrictor plate in place.
INSTALLATION FLUE LINER INSTALLATION 1) Cut the flex liner as required. 2) Mark the end of one liner with an "E" to indicate Exhaust. 3) Connect the other end of the above liner to the exhaust side of the termination cap, seal connection with high temperature silicone. Secure with gear clamp or screws. 4) Connect the 2nd liner to the inlet side of the cap, seal connection with high temperature silicone. Secure with gear clamp or screws.
INSTALLATION GAS INSERT AERATION ADJUSTMENT The burner aeration is factory set but may need adjusting due to either the local gas supply or altitude. Open the air shutter for a blue flame or close for a more yellow flame. CAUTION: Carbon will be produced if the air shutter is closed too much.
INSTALLATION GAS PIPE PRESSURE TESTING The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut-off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig. (3.45 kPa). Disconnect piping from valve at pressures over 1/2 psig. The manifold pressure is controlled by a regulator built into the gas control, and should be checked at the pressure test point.
INSTALLATION CONVERSION KIT #536-969 FROM NG TO LP LP Conversion instructions for BEFORE UNIT INSTALLATION. THIS CONVERSION MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED GAS FITTER, IF IN DOUBT DO NOT DO THIS CONVERSION!! LP Conversion Kit Contains: Qty. 1 1 1 1 1 1 Part # 910-037 904-163 904-529 918-590 908-528 918-688 Description LP Pilot Orifice Orifice #54 5/32" Allen Key LP Conversion Decal Red Propane Label Instruction Sheet Burner Removed 1) Open the left and right side faceplate panels.
INSTALLATION 9) Remove burner orifice with a 1/2" wrench and discard. 13) From the valve remove the black protection cap by hand from the high-low knob (Fig.1). WARNING! Do not overtighten the screw. Recommended to grip the wrench by the short side. 18) Verify that if the conversion is from NG to LPG, the screw must be re-assembled with the red o-ring visible (Fig. 5). Red o-ring visible Fig. 1 10) Install the new LP burner orifice stamped #54 and tighten.
INSTALLATION OPTIONAL BRICK PANEL INSTALLATION NOTE: Brick Panels are mandatory when using Optional Remote 1) Carefully remove the brick panels from the box and unwrap them. 3) Slide the right side brick panel into position and secure in place using the brick clip. Repeat for left side. 2) Insert the back brick panel by carefully placing it against the back wall of the firebox and rest it on the rear log tray.
INSTALLATION SCREEN DOOR INSTALL/ REMOVAL GLASS DOOR INSTALL/ REMOVAL 1) Remove the glass door. 1) Remove the glass door. a) Pull off the left side spring hook that holds the door in place. While holding the hook turn it upside down and place it into the middle opening on the top side mounting bracket. Repeat for right side. 2) Hook the screen door over top of the glass door. b) Swing the door out 45 degrees and lift up and out.
INSTALLATION CONTOUR OR CONTEMPORARY FACEPLATE Faceplate Contents List: 1 1 4 2 1 Faceplate (Contour or Contemporary) Louver (Contour or Contemporary) Screws (10-24 x 1/2" Pan Head Phillips Black) Wire Clips Cable Tie 4) Place the 2 wire clips on the inside of the right faceplate panel as shown in diagram 3. Faceplate Installation: 1) Place the 4 10-24 x 1/2" screws into the faceplate mounting brackets as identified in diagram 1.
INSTALLATION 6) Peel off the tape from the velcro strips and mount the DC Sparker to the velcro on the inside of the right faceplate panel as shown in diagram 5. Install batteries into the DC Sparker (batteries are included with packaged manual). 9) Close the right side faceplate panel. 10) Remove the remote receiver bracket from the left side of the unit by undoing the 2 screws. See diagram 8. Remote Receiver Bracket NOTE: The DC Sparker comes with the unit.
INSTALLATION 13) Tuck the wires completely into the sleeve and place the supplied cable tie to the end of it as shown in diagram 11. 17) Fit the bottom louver into the slots at the bottom of the firebox as shown in diagram 14. Diagram 11 14) Place the grommet removed from step 10 over the sleeve (see diagram 12) and put back in place (see diagram 13). Diagram 14 NOTE: Ensure connectors are tucked in behind the mounting bracket to allow the side faceplate panel to close easily.
INSTALLATION OPTIONAL BACKING PLATE Backing Plate Contents List: 9 1 Backing Plate Installation: Screws (#8 x 1/2" Type B Black) Backing Plate Attach Top Backing Plate to Faceplate 1) Remove the faceplate (Contour or Contemporary) from the unit if already installed. Backing Plate Assembly: 2) Lay the faceplate on its front, on a soft surface to prevent scratching. 26-1/2” (673mm) 3) Attach the top piece of the backing plate to the faceplate using 5 screws provided as shown in diagram 1.
INSTALLATION 5) Open the left and right side faceplate panels of the faceplate. Attach Left & Right Corner Backing Plate 6) Mount the faceplate onto the unit by aligning the 4 key hole slots in the faceplate with the screws installed to the mounting brackets on the unit. Tighten screws to secure. See diagram 3. 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.
INSTALLATION OPTIONAL HEARTH TRIM- CONTOUR/ CONTEMPORARY FACEPLATE Hearth Trim Contents List: 4 1 Screws (10-24 x 1/2" Truss Head) Hearth Trim Customize 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 hearth trim to the appropriate height using a metal cutting blade.
INSTALLATION OPTIONAL HEARTH TRIM - LOW PROFILE FACEPLATE Hearth Trim Installation: Hearth Trim Contents List: 2 1 #8 Screws Hearth Trim 1) Align the screw holes on the hearth trim with the screw holes on the flanges on the left and right side of the unit. Secure in place using 2 screws on each side as shown in diagram 1. Customize Hearth Trim: 2) Install faceplate. a) The Hearth Trim can be adjusted to custom fit an installation by pulling apart the top piece from the bottom piece.
INSTALLATION LOG SET INSTALLATION Read the instructions below carefully and refer to the images. Dangerous operating conditions may occur if the logs are not positioned in their correct locations. If the logs are broken do not use the unit until they are replaced. Broken logs can interfere with the pilot operation.
INSTALLATION 6) Place log 2-715 into the pin on log 2-712 and rest the right end of the log on the notch in log 2-713. 2-715 2-712 2-713 2-712 5) Fit the left side of log 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.
INSTALLATION 7) Place embers on the right side of the burner as shown. 8) Fit log 2-716 into the pin on log 2-712. 2-716 2-712 Right side of Burner Also place a few embers along the burner tube next to log 2-713. Separate platinum embers and place on and around the embers. Avoid stacking platinum embers.
INSTALLATION Completed Log Set Installation 2-711 2-715 2-713 30 2-714 2-712 2-716 Regency® L234 Direct Vent Gas Insert
INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAMS This heater does not require a 120V A.C. supply for operation. However, a 120V A.C. power supply is needed for the fan/blower operation. Caution: Ensure that the wires do not touch any hot 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 plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle.
INSTALLATION OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL IMPORTANT Due to the extreme heat this gas insert emits, brick panels are required to be installed in the unit when using either remote control option. 4) Re-install the control switch and the battery pack (with batteries). 5) Remove the peel off from the velcro on the receiver bracket on the left side of the unit. 6) Secure the receiver to the velcro on the recevier bracket. Receiver Use of FPI Remote Control Kit #910-399 or #910-368 is approved for this unit.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION FIRST FIRE The first fire in your insert is part of the paint curing process. To ensure that the paint is properly cured, it is recommended that you burn your fireplace for at least four (4) hours the first time you use it with the fan on. When first operated, the unit will release an odour caused by the curing of the paint, the burning off of any oils remaining from manufacturing. Smoke detectors in the house may go off at this time.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS COPY OF LIGHTING INSTRUCTION PLATE AUTOMATIC CONVECTION FAN OPERATION The fan operates automatically. Turn the knob on the left side of the faceplate to adjust to the desired speed. The fan will turn on as the insert comes up to operating temperature. After the unit has been turned off and the unit has been cooled to below useful heat output range, the fan will shut off automatically.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 1) Always turn the gas valve to the off position before cleaning. For relighting, refer to lighting instructions. Keep the burner and control compartment clean by brushing and vacuuming at least once a year. When cleaning the logs, use a clean soft paint brush as the logs are fragile and easily damaged. 2) Clean (never when unit is hot) appliance, door and louvers with a damp cloth. Never use an abrasive cleaner.
MAINTENANCE FAN REPLACEMENT 1) Unplug the power source. b) Swing the door out 45 degrees and lift up and out. 8) Remove the burner tray by undoing the 4 screws. 2) Open the left and right side faceplate panels. 3) Remove the bottom louver by pulling out. 4) Remove the glass door. a) Pull off the left side spring hook that holds the door in place. While holding the hook turn it upside down and place it into the middle opening on the top side mounting bracket. Repeat for right side.
MAINTENANCE 10) Remove the fan cover plate by undoing the 12 screws that hold it in place. 12) Remove the 2 screws that hold the fan bracket in place. 15) Replace the fan. NOTE: Bend the connector clips down before re-installing the fan cover plate. Connector Clips 13) Remove the fan by sliding the fan forward and lift up and out. 16) Reverse steps 14 - 1. Fan Cover Plate Removed 11) Unplug the fan connector wires. 14) Remove the ground screw which holds the ground wire.
MAINTENANCE VALVE REPLACEMENT 1) Open the left and right side faceplate panels. b) Swing the door out 45 degrees and lift up and out. 7) Disconnect the gas connection to the valve. 8) Disconnect the ignitor wire from the DC Sparker. 2) Remove the bottom louver by pulling out. 3) Remove the glass door. 9) Disconnect the valve wires from the DC Sparker. a) Pull off the left side spring hook that holds the door in place.
MAINTENANCE 11) Remove the burner by undoing the 3 screws. 13) Remove the rear log tray by undoing the 3 screws. Valve Removed 15) Replace the valve. 16) Reverse steps 14 - 1. Rear Log Tray Removed Burner Removed 12) Remove the burner tray by undoing the 4 screws. 14) Remove the 12 screws that hold the valve tray to the firebox and carefully pull out.
PARTS LIST MAIN ASSEMBLY Part # 40 Description 1) 940-355/P 536-539 536-540 Glass Door Frame Assembly Door Frame Assembly with Glass 2) 948-463 Burner Assy - NG/LP 3) 536-092 4) 536-014 Log Tray Middle Log Tray Rear 5) 536-011 6) 536-107 Fan Access Plate Gasket - Fan Access Plate 7) 536-517/P 910-215/P 910-794 910-985 910-986 910-692 910-142 536-522 Fan Assembly 120 V Fan Motor 120 V Power Cord Wire Harness (Faceplate) - Black Wire Harness (Faceplate) - Red Wire Fan to Power Cord Ground Fan Auto
PARTS LIST FACEPLATE ASSEMBLY Part # Description 60) 536-918 61) 536-914 Contemporary Faceplate Contour Faceplate 62) 910-246 63) 910-330 64) 904-569 65) 536-125 Burner ON/OFF Switch Fan Speed Control 120 V Fan Speed Control Knob Fan Switch Bracket 66) 948-216 Regency® Logo Regency® L234 Direct Vent Gas Insert 41
PARTS LIST BACKING PLATE & HEARTH TRIM ASSEMBLY Part # Description 536-922 81) * 82) * 83) * 84) * 85) * Backing Plate Left Side Right Side Top Left Corner Right Corner 536-940 86) * 87) * Hearth Trim Top Bottom * Not available as a replacement part.
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