Regency F37-LPG, F37-NG User Manual

Owners &
Installation

Freestanding Gas Stove

Models: F37-NG
F37-LPG

Manual

LISTINGS AND CODE APPROVALS

These gas appliances have been tested in
accordance with AS4553-2000, NZS 5262
and have been certifi ed by the Australian Gas
Association for installation and operation as
described in these Installation and Operating
Instructions.

Your unit should be serviced annually by
an authorised service person.

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 fl am­mable 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.

918-533

FOR YOUR SAFETY
What to do if you smell gas:
Do not try to light any appli-

ance

Do not touch any electri-

cal 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 fi re
department.

05/18/06

To the New Owner:

Congratulations! You are the owner of a state-of-the-art Regency® Rear Flued Room Sealed Freestanding Gas Stove

by FPI Fireplace Products International. The Regency® Gas Series of hand crafted appliances has been designed to

provide you with all the warmth and charm of a woodstove, at the fl ick of a switch. The models F37-NG, and F37-

LPG of this series has been approved by AHD for both safety and effi ciency. As it also bears our own mark, it prom-

ises 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® Rear Flued Room Sealed

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DATA BADGE

Data Badge .................................................................4

INSTALLATION

Important .....................................................................5

Specifi cations ................................................................5

Before You Start ............................................................5

General Safety Information ...........................................5

Installation Checklist ......................................................6

Locating Your Regency Gas Stove ................................6

Clearances to Combustibles .........................................6

Combustion and Ventilation Air .....................................6

Exterior Flue Termination Locations ..............................7

Planning Your Flueing Installation .................................8

Flueing ...........................................................................8

Flueing Installation Precautions ....................................8

Safety Precautions for the Installer ...............................8

Flueing Arrangements - Vertical Terminations ..............9

Residential and Manufactured

Homes / Mobile Homes Installations ...........................10

Horizontal Installations ................................................10

Vertical Termination with Co-Linear Flex System ........12

Gas Connection ...........................................................12

Conversion from NG to LPG ....................................13

Log Set Installation ......................................................14

Aeration Adjustment ....................................................14

Door Installation ..........................................................15

Gas Pipe Pressure Testing ..........................................16

Louvre Installation .......................................................16

Optional Wall Thermostat ...........................................16

Optional Remote Control ............................................17

Wiring ..........................................................................17

Final Check .................................................................17

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Operating Instructions .................................................18

Lighting Procedure ......................................................18

Shutdown Procedure ...................................................18

First Fire ......................................................................18

Convection Fan Operation ..........................................18

Normal Operating Sounds of Gas Appliances .............18

Copy of the Lighting Plate instructions .......................19

MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Instructions ............................................20

General Flue Maintenance ..........................................20

Log Replacement ........................................................20

Gold-plated Doors .......................................................20

Door Gasket ...............................................................20

Latch Adjustment .........................................................21

Glass Replacement .....................................................21

Fan maintenance .........................................................22

Removing Valve ...........................................................22

PARTS LIST

Main Assembly ............................................................24

Burner & Log Assembly ...............................................25

Door Assemblies .........................................................26

WARRANTY

Warranty ....................................................................27

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DATA BADGE

This is a copy of the label that accompanies
each REGENCY Rear Flued Room Sealed
Freestanding Gas Stove. We have printed a

copy of the contents here for your review. The
data plate is located on the inside of the drop
down pedestal door.

NOTE: Regency® 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.

(Australia Only)

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INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

The REGENCY Rear Flued Room Sealed
Freestanding Gas Stove must be installed in
accordance AG601 and NZS 5261 and 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.

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. Failure to follow these
instructions may also void your fi re
insurance and/or warranty.

SPECIFICATIONS

Fuels: F37-NG is approved for use with

NG.

F37-LPG is approved for use with

liquefi ed petroleum gases (LPG).

Electrical: 240 V A.C. system.

Circulation Fan: Two Speed

Log Sets: Ceramic fi bre, 7 per set.

Flue System:

Axial (6-5/8" outer / 4" inner liner) rigid

fl ue and Riser Vent Terminal.

BEFORE YOU START

Safe installation and operation of this appliance
requires common sense, however, please be
aware of the following:

INSTALLATION AND REPAIRS
SHOULD BE DONE BY AN AU­THORIZED SERVICE PERSON.
THIS APPLIANCE SHOULD BE
INSTALLED, REPAIRED, IN­SPECTED BEFORE USE AND
AT LEAST ANNUALLY BY AN
AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSON.
MORE FREQUENT CLEANING
MAY BE REQUIRED DUE TO EX­CESSIVE LINT FROM CARPET­ING, ETC. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT
THE CONTROL COMPARTMENT,
BURNERS AND CIRCULATING
AIR PASSAGEWAYS OF THE AP­PLIANCE BE KEPT CLEAN.

DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES,
THE APPLIANCE 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.

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.

1) Provide adequate clearances for servicing,

proper operation and around the air openings
into the combustion chamber.

2) The appliance must be installed on a fl at,

solid, continuous surface (e.g. wood, metal,
concrete). This may be the fl oor, or it can
be raised up on a platform to enhance
its visual impact. The appliance may be
installed on carpeting, tile, wood fl ooring
or other combustible material, because the
appliance's metal pedestal base extends
the full width and depth of the appliance.
The REGENCY Rear Flued Room Sealed
Freestanding Gas Stove can be installed in
a wide variety of ways and will fi t nearly any
room layout. It may be installed in a recessed
position, framed out into the room, or across
a corner.

3) The REGENCY Rear Flued Room Sealed

Freestanding Gas Stove is approved for
manufactured home installations, see
"Locating Your Gas Stove" to "Flueing
Installation Precaution" sections for the re­quired fl ue arrangements. If installed into a

manufactured home the unit must be bolted
down to the fl oor.

4) We recommend that you plan your instal-

lation on paper using exact measurements
for clearances and fl oor protection before
actually installing this appliance. Have an
authorized building inspector review your
plans before installation.

GENERAL SAFETY

INFORMATION

1) The appliance shall be installed in accord-

ance with the manufacturer's installation
instructions, local gas fi tting regulations,
municipal building codes, water supply
regulations, electrical wiring regulations,
with AS5601-2004 (AGA gas installation
code) NZS 5261 (New Zealand)

2) Installation and repair should be done
ONLY by an authorised person.

3) DO NOT CONNECT TO MASONARY
FLUE.

4) This appliance must be connected to
the specifi ed fl ue and termination cap
to the outside of the building envelope.
Never fl ue to another room or inside a
building. Make sure that the fl ue is fi tted
as per Flueing instructions.

5) Inspect the fl ueing system annually for

blockage and any signs of deterioration.

6) Flueing terminals shall not be recessed into
a wall or siding.

7) Any safety glass removed for servicing
must be replaced prior to operating the ap­pliance.

8) To prevent injury, do not allow anyone who
is unfamiliar with the operation to use the
fi replace.

9) Wear gloves and safety glasses for protec­tion while doing required maintenance.

10) Be aware of electrical wiring locations in
walls and ceilings when cutting holes for
termination.

11) Under no circumstances should this ap­pliance be modifi ed. Parts that have to be
removed for servicing should be replaced
prior to operating this appliance.

12) Installation and any repairs to this appliance
should be done by an authorised service
person. An authorised service person should
be called to inspect this appliance annually.

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INSTALLATION

Make it a practice to have all of your gas
appliances checked annually.

13) Do not slam shut or strike the glass door.

14) Under no circumstances should any solid

fuels (wood, paper, cardboard, coal, etc.)
be used in this appliance.

15) The appliance area must be kept clear and

free of combustible materials, (gases and
other fl ammable vapours and liquids).

INSTALLATION

CHECKLIST

1) Locate your gas stove. Refer to the following

sections where applicable:

a. Clearances to Combustibles
b. Exterior Flue Termination Locations
c. Planning Your Flue Installation
d. Flueing
e. Flueing Installation Precaution

2) Install fl ueing. Check all fl uing requirements.

See "Flueing" to "Vertical Termination with
Co-Linear Flex System" sections.

CAUTION: Any alteration to the product that
causes sooting or carboning that results
in damage is not the responsibility of the
manufacturer.

LOCATING YOUR

REGENCY GAS STOVE

When selecting a location for your stove, ensure
that the clearances listed above are met as well
as ensuring that there is adequate accessibility
for servicing and proper operation.
See the "Exterior Flue Termination Locations"
section for Flue Termination requirements.

This appliance is Listed for bedroom installations
when used with a Listed Millivolt Thermostat.
Some areas may have further requirements,
check local codes before installation.

This appliance is Listed for Alcove installations,
maintain minimum Alcove clearances as follows,
minimum ceiling height of 1.7m, minimum width
of 1.0m and a maximum depth of 0.9m.

This unit can be installed on a solid combustible
surface like a wood fl oor. This unit can also be
installed directly on carpeting or vinyl when
the bottom pedestal cover plate (provided with
unit) is installed.

Use the minimum clearances shown in the
diagrams below:

F37-NG & F37-LPG Clearances

A Side Wall to Unit 190 mm

B Back Wall to Unit 76 mm

E Side Wall to Unit 114 mm

F37-NG & F37-LPG

Reference Dimensions

C Floor to Flue Centerline 635 mm

D Side Wall to Flue Centerline 521 mm

3) Make gas connections. Refer to the "Gas

Connection" section.

Test the pilot. Must be as per diagram in the

"Maintenance Instruction" section.

4) If necessary, convert from NG to LPG.

Refer to "Conversion Kit from NG to LPG"
section.

5) Install standard and optional features. Refer

to the following sections where applicable.

a. Log Set Installation
b. Door Installation
c. Louvre Installation
d. Optional Wall Thermostat
e. Optional Remote Control

6) Test Gas Pressure. Refer to the "Gas Pipe

Pressure Testing" section.

7) Final check. Refer to the "Final Check" sec-

tion.

Before leaving this unit with the customer, the
installer must ensure that the appliance is fi r­ing correctly and operation fully explained

to customer.

This includes:

1) Clocking the appliance to ensure the correct

fi ring rate (rate noted on label) after burning
appliance for 15 minutes.

2) If required, adjusting the primary air to ensure

that the fl ame does not carbon. First allow
the unit to burn for 15-20 min. to stabilize.

A) Cross Corner
B) Flush with Wall/Alcove
C) Flat on Wall Corner
D) Flat on Wall

CLEARANCES TO

COMBUSTIBLES

The clearances listed are MINIMUM distances.
Measure the clearance to both the appliance and
the chimney connector. The farthest distance is
correct if the two clearances do not coincide.
For example, if the appliance is set as indicated
in one of the diagrams but the connector is too
close, move the stove until the correct clearance
to the connector is obtained.

This appliance may be installed only with the
clearances as shown in the situations pictured.

Do not combine clearances from one type of
installation with another in order to achieve
closer clearances.

Minimum ceiling height is

914mm from top of unit.

COMBUSTION AND

VENTILATION AIR

The combustion air from this appliance is drawn
from outside the building through the outer fl ue.

Extra provision for combustion air inside the
room is not required.

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EXTERIOR FLUE TERMINATION LOCATIONS

Minimum clearances required for balanced fl ue terminals or

the fl ue terminals of outdoor appliances

according to AS5601-2004 (AGA gas installation code) or NZS 5261 (New Zealand)

Minimum
Clearance (mm)
a Below eaves, balconies or other projections:

- Appliances up to 50 MJ/h input 300

- Appliances over 50 MJ/h input 500
b From the ground or above a balcony 300
c From a return wall or external corner 500
d From a gas meter (M) 1000
e From an electricity meter or fuse box (P) 500
f From a drain or soil pipe 150
g Horizontal from any building structure (unless appliance is approved
for closer installation) or obstruction facing a terminal 500
h From any other fl ue terminal, cowl or combustion air intake 500
j Horizontally from an openable window, door, or non-mechanical air inlet, or
any other opening into a building, with the exception of sub-fl oor 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-fl oor ventilation
(see also Note (I)): see table below

Clearance 'k' in mm

Space Heaters All Other Appliances

Up to 50 MJ/h Up to 50 MJ/h input Over 50 MJ/h input Over 150 MJ/h input

input to 150 MJ/h input

150 500 1000 1500

NOTES:

(I) For mechanical air inlets, including spa blowers, the clearance 'j' and 'k' shall be 1500 mm in all cases.

(II) All distances shall be measured vertically or horizontally along the wall to a point in line with the nearest par to of the terminal.

(III) Prohibited area below electricity meter or fuse box extends to ground level.

(IV) A fl ue terminal of this type shall not be located under a roofed area unless the roofed area is fully open on at least two sides and

a free fl ow of air at the appliance is achieved.

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INSTALLATION

FLUEING

The Regency® Room Sealed System (Horizon­tal Termination Kit (946-112) and the Vertical
Termination with the Co-linear Flex System in
combination with the REGENCY Room Sealed­Rear Freestanding Gas Stoves (F37-NG and
F37-LPG) have been approved and listed as
Room Sealed heater systems by Australian
Gas Association.

The Horiz. Termination Kit (946-112) includes
everything required for a straight through the
wall installation, or add a 45o elbow for a corner
installation.

IMPORTANT

Read all instructions carefully before starting
the installation. Failure to follow these instruc­tions may create a fi re or other safety hazard,
and will void the warranty. Be sure to check the
fl ueing and clearance to combustible require­ments in "Locating Your Regency Gas Stove"
to "Flueing Installation Precaution" sections.
Consult your local building codes before begin­ning installation.

The location of the termination cap must conform
to the diagrams in the "Exterior Flue Terimination
Locations" section.

FLUEING
INSTALLATION
PRECAUTIONS

The Regency® Room Sealed System and the
Vertical Termination with the Co-linear Flex
System are engineered products that have been
designed and tested for use with the F37-NG,
and F37-LPG. The Regency® warranty will be
voided and serious fi re, health or other safety
hazards may result from any of the following
actions:

1) Installation of any damaged Room Sealed

component

2) Unauthorized modifi cation of the Room

Sealed System

3) Installation of any component part not

manufactured or approved by Regency®
Industries Ltd.

4) Installation other than as instructed by

Regency® Industries Ltd.

Warning: Always maintain required
clearances (air spaces) to nearby
combustibles to prevent a fire
hazard. Do not fi ll air spaces with
insulation.

The minimum clearance requirements between
the outer wall of the fl ue pipe and nearby com­bustible surfaces is 30mm. Be sure to check
the fl ue termination clearance requirements
from decks, windows, soffi ts, gas regulators, air
supply inlets and public walkways as specifi ed in
the "Exterior Flue Termination Locations" section
and in your local building codes.

The gas appliance and fl ue system
must be fl ued directly to the out­side of the building, and never be
attached to a chimney serving a
separate solid fuel or gas-burning
appliance.

Each Room Sealed gas appliance must use
its own separate fl ue system. Common fl ue
systems are prohibited.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

FOR THE INSTALLER

1) Wear gloves and safety glasses for protec-

tion.

2) Exercise extreme caution when using lad-

ders or on roof tops.

3) Be aware of electrical wiring locations in

walls and ceilings.

PLANNING YOUR FLUEING INSTALLATION

See the "Exterior Flue Termination Locations"
section for requirements.

When planning your installation, it will be nec­essary to select the proper length of fl ue pipe
for your particular requirements. Determine the
minimum clearance to combustibles from the
rear of the unit to the wall. It is also important to
note the wall thickness. Before cutting the fl ue
hole through the wall ensure that ALL fl ue and
termination clearances (see the "Exterior Flue
Termination Locations" section) will be met.

NOTE: Ensure compliance with the outside
fl ue terminal location before cutting hole as
both dimensions must be met.

*If this is an outside corner, the minimum distance between the fl ue and the outside corner is
12" (30cm). See "F" on the diagram in the "Exterior Flue Termination Locations" section.

For corner installation, Restrictor must
be set at 1-1/4" open.

For straight rear installation, Restrictor
must be set at 1-1/8" open.

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FLUEING ARRANGEMENTS - VERTICAL TERMINATIONS

for both Residential & Manufactured Homes/Mobile Homes

Vertical Terminations

with Co-linear Flex System

The shaded area in the diagram shows the allowable vertical
terminations installed in a masonry chimney. All vertical fl ue instal-

lations require the Flue Restrictor to be set to 32mm open. All Vertical
Flue Terminals must be Simpson Dura Vent (Abey Australia) DV 980
MAS (Australian Modifi ed.)

Straight Vertical Terminations

9

8

7

6

5

4

216mm

9.1m Max.

Vertical Terminations

using Dura-Vent Flueing System

The shaded areas in the two diagrams below show all allowable com­binations of straight vertical and offset to vertical runs with vertical
terminations. Maximum one 90o elbow. All vertical and offset to vertical

fl ue installations require Flue Restrictor to be set to 32mm open. If the fl ue
is ENCLOSED in a chase (min. size 229mm x 229mm) maintain a 32mm
clearance to combustibles. All Vertical Flue Terminals must be Simpson
Dura Vent (Abey Australia) DV 980 MAS (Australian Modifi ed.)

Offset to Vertical Terminations

3

Vertical Height (meters)

1

1

2

1

Horizontal Distance (meters)

If connecting to a Dura-Vent system,
the Adapter to Dura-Vent # 640-994
is required.

3.2m Min.

1

2

To set the Flue restriction
as indicated in the diagram,
simply loosen the screws
and push the fl ue restrictor
plate to the correct position.
Tighten the screws.

Flue Restrictor Position

44.5mm 44.5mm

Vent Restrictor

Vent

Restrictor

Plate

(fully open)

32mm 32mm

Vent Restrictor

Vent

Restrictor

Plate

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