Regency E21, U20 User Manual

Owners &
Installation

U20/E21 GAS INSERT

ZERO CLEARANCE KIT

KIT # 530-936

PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING:

Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service or maintenance
can cause injury or property damage.
Refer to this manual. For assistance
or additional information consult an
authorized installer, service agency
or the gas supplier.

FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapours and liquids in
the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.

Installation 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

!!

electrical switch: do not
use any phone in your
building.

!!

! Immediately call your

!!

gas supplier from a
neighbour's phone.
Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.

!!

! If you cannot reach your

!!

gas supplier, call the fire
department.

Manual

Fireplace Products International Ltd.
6988 Venture St., Delta, B.C.
Canada, V4G 1H4

Australian Heating Distributors
10/46 James St.,

Guildford, Western Australia 6055

Tested by:
Warnock Hersey:

© Copyright 2004, FPI Fireplace Products
International Ltd. All rights reserved.

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54 Boundary Rd. Braeside
P.O. Box 553
Mordialloc 3195
Ph. [phone]
Fax. [phone]

908-037 01/15/04

Masport Head Office - New Zealand
1-37 Mt Wellington Hwy.Panmure,
P.O. Box 14349
Auckland 6.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

U20/E21 GAS INSERT ZERO CLEARANCE KIT

CONTENTS PAGE

Listings & Code Approvals ..................................................3

Specifications .......................................................................3

General Information .............................................................4

Parts.....................................................................................4

Clearances to combustibles .................................................4

Locating Your Fireplace ..................................................... 5

Framing ................................................................................ 5

Kit Assembly.........................................................................6

Venting .................................................................................7

Insert Installation .................................................................. 8

Optional Outside Combustion Air Supply Installation ...........9

Gas supply line.....................................................................9

Electrical Supply ................................................................... 9

Faceplate & Trim Installation..............................................10

Zero Clearance Top Louver ............................................... 11

Finished Facing Notes........................................................11

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U20/E21 Gas Insert Zero Clearance Kit

INSTALLATION

LISTINGS AND CODE APPROVALS

This gas component has been tested in accordance with National Safety Standards, and has been certified by
Warnock Hersey for installation and operation in the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand as
described in these Installation and Operating Instructions.

Check with your local building code agency before you begin your installation to ensure compliance with local codes,
including the need for "permits" and follow-up inspections. If any problems are encountered regarding code
approvals, or if you wish clarification on any of the instructions contained here, contact your local dealer.

Specifications

U20/E21 Gas Insert Zero Clearance Kit

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INSTALLATION

GENERAL INFORMATION

This kit consists of factory built parts that require minimal
assembly to form the Zero Clearance box for the U20/E21
Gas Insert. The Zero Clearance box can then be fixed into a
framed combustible construction, and a standard "B-vent"
installed on the assembly for the required venting. The
insert can be installed later. The faceplate will normally
overlap on top of the finished wall. Using Kit# 530-936 you
can convert the U20/E21 Gas Insert models into highly
efficient heat producing Zero Clearance Fireplaces.

Included with Kit:

1 Main Body Assembly (5 pieces)
1 Faceplate Top Insulation
1 Zero Clearance Top Louver Assembly

Sold Separately:

(Rq) 1 402-918 Faceplate 40-1/4"W x 26-1/4"H

(Rq) 1 532-926 4"(102mm) Hearth Trim

PARTS

(Rq)=Required

(1020mm W x 665mm H)
c/w faceplate trim.

CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES

The clearances for the Zero Clearance Kit are 0" to combustibles (back, side and floor) but when planning your
installation review the clearances required for the Insert (see below) after it is installed in the Zero Clearance Kit.

Clearances to Combustibles for Insert

The minimum clearance from the side of the appliance
to a combustible side wall is 9 inches (229mm). See the
"Mantel Clearances" chart (Diagram 2) for the minimum
clearance from the bottom of the Top Faceplate to a
combustible mantel. The minimum height from the
bottom of the Top Faceplate to the ceiling is 36 inches
(914mm). See diagram 1.

Diagram 2

Diagram 1

The Zero Clearance Kit
must be installed on a
flat, solid, continuous
surface (e.g. wood,
metal, concrete). This
may be the floor, or
raised up on a platform
to enhance its visual
impact.

NOTE: The specified '0' inch floor clearance means that
the top surface of the flooring material, i.e. carpeting, tile,
etc., must not extend above the bottom edge of the 4"
Hearth Trim.

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Diagram 2: Mantel can be installed anywhere in the
shaded area or higher. Use the grid to determine
height and depth of mantle.

Example: a 6" deep mantle must be 9" above the
bottom of the top faceplate.

Note: A non-combustible mantel may be installed
at a lower height if the framing is made of metal studs
covered with a non-combustible board.

Note: Ensure the paint that is used on the mantel and the
facing is "heat resistant" or the paint may discolour.

U20/E21 Gas Insert Zero Clearance Kit