Regency P33 User Manual
P33-4 Zero Clearance
Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
Owners &
Installation Manual
MODELS: P33-NG4 Natural Gas P33-LP4 Propane
WARNING:
If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly,
a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage,
personal injury or loss of life.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualifi ed
installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
Tested by:
918-520b
FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. 6988 Venture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4
Installer: Please complete the details on the back cover
and leave this manual with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Please keep these instructions for future reference.
www.regency-fi re.com
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 fi re department.
10/31/11
To the New Owner:
Congratulations!
You are the owner of a state-of-the-art Gas Fireplace by FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. The
P33-4 has been designed to provide you with all the warmth and charm of a wood fi replace at the fl ick of a switch.
The P33-4 has been approved by Warnock Hersey/Intertek for both safety and effi ciency. 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.
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Regency® P33-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
INFORMATION FOR MOBILE/MANUFACTURED HOMES AFTER FIRST SALE
This Regency® product has been tested and listed by Warnock Hersey/Intertek as a Direct Vent Wall Furnace to the following standards:
VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEA TERS ANSI Z21.88-2002/CSA 2.33-2002 and GAS-FIRED APPLIANCES FOR USE AT HIGH ALTITUDES
CAN/CGA-2.17-M91.
This Direct Vent System Appliance must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions and the
Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, or the current Standard of Fire Safety Criteria for Manufactured Home Installations, Sites, and Communities ANSI/NFPA 501A, and with CAN/CSA Z240-MH Mobile Home Standard in Canada.
This appliance installation must comply with the manufacturer's installation instructions and local codes, if any . In the absence of local codes
follow the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 and the current National Electrical Code ANSI/NFP A 70 in the U.S.A., and the cur-
rent CAN/CGA B149 Gas Installation Code and the current Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 in Canada.
The appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.
Ensure that structural members are not cut or weakened during installation.
This Regency® Mobile/Manufactured Home
Listed appliance comes factory equipped with
a means to secure the unit.
This Regency® Mobile/Manufactured Home listed appliance comes equipped with a dedicated
#8 ground lug to which an 18 gauge copper wire
from the steel chassis ground must be attached.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket
permanently located, manufactured (mobile)
home, where not prohibited by local codes.
This appliance is only use with the type of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is
not convertible for use with other gases, unless
a certifi ed kit is used.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY LABEL
Safety Label...................................................................5
REQUIREMENTS
Important Message ......................................................7
Before You Start ............................................................7
General Safety Information............................................7
Requirements ................................................................7
INSTALLATION
Installation Checklist .................................................... 8
Locating your fi replace ..................................................8
Duct System Option.......................................................8
Unit Dimensions ............................................................9
Unit Dimensions with contemporary faceplate ..............9
Clearances for bay or fl ush front .................................10
Clearances with contemporary faceplate ....................10
Combustible Mantels ...................................................11
Mantel Leg Clearances with Flush or bay glass ..........12
Mantel Leg Clearances with contemporary Faceplate 12
Framing and Finishing .................................................13
Framing Dimensions with contemporary faceplate......14
Framing & Finishing with contemporary faceplate.......15
Unit Assembly Prior to Installation ...............................16
Venting Introduction .....................................................16
Exterior Vent Termination Locations ............................17
Regency® Direct Vent fl ex System ..............................18
Installation Procedures ................................................19
Rigid Pipe Venting Systems ........................................20
4” x 6-5/8” Rigid Pipe Cross Reference Chart .............21
Rigid Pipe Venting Arrangements ...............................23
Vertical Termination
with Co-Linear Flex System...................................... 29
Venting Arrangements - Vertical Terminations .......... 30
Unit installation with Horizontal termination ............... 31
Unit installation with Vertical Termination .................. 32
Gas Line Installation .................................................. 32
Pilot Adjustment ......................................................... 33
High Elevation ...........................................................33
Gas Pipe Pressure Testing ........................................ 33
S.I.T. Valve Description .............................................. 33
Conversion from NG to LP ........................................34
Optional Brick Panels ................................................ 37
Log Set Installation .................................................... 37
Standard Flush Door ...................................................38
Optional Flush Trim ................................................... 38
Flush Louvers ............................................................ 39
Double Screen Door .................................................. 39
Optional Bay Door .....................................................39
Optional Bay Trim ...................................................... 39
Bay Louvers............................................................... 40
Full Screen doors ......................................................41
Contemporary faceplate installation part 1 ................ 43
Contemporary faceplate installation part 2 ................ 44
Contemporary faceplate installation part 3 ................ 45
Optional Remote Control ........................................... 47
Optional Wall Thermostat ......................................... 47
Optional Wall Switch .................................................. 47
Wiring Diagrams ....................................................... 48
Installing the Optional Fan ......................................... 50
Copy of the Lighting Plate Instructions ...................... 51
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Operating Instructions ...............................................52
Lighting Procedure ....................................................52
Shutdown Procedure ................................................. 52
First Fire ....................................................................52
Aeration Adjustment .................................................. 52
Normal Operating Sounds of Gas Appliances ........... 53
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Instructions........................................... 53
General Vent Maintenance ........................................ 53
Gold-Plated Louvers/trim .......................................... 53
Log Replacement ......................................................53
Thermopile/Thermocouple......................................... 54
Glass Gasket ............................................................. 54
Door Glass................................................................. 54
Removing Valve ......................................................... 55
Installing Valve ........................................................... 55
PARTS LIST
Main Assembly .......................................................... 56
Burner & Log Assembly ............................................. 58
Flush Front & Louvers ...............................................59
Contemporary faceplate ............................................60
WARRANTY
Warranty .....................................................................63
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Regency® P33-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
SAFETY LABEL
This is a copy of the label that accompanies each
P33-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace.
We have printed a copy of the contents here for
your review. The safety label is located on the
front inside base of the unit, visible when the
bottom louver is open.
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.
SAFETY LABEL
For the State of Massachusetts, installation
and repair must be done by a plumber or
gasfi tter licensed in the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts.
For the State of Massachusetts, fl exible
connectors shall not exceed 36 inches in
length.
For the State of Massachusetts, the appliances individual manual shut-off must be a
t-handle type valve.
The State of Massachusetts requires the
installation of a carbon monoxide alarm in
accordance with NFPA 720 and a CO alarm
with battery back up in the same room where
the gas appliance is installed.
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REQUIREMENTS
5.08: Modifications to NFPA-54, Chapter 10
(2) Revise 10.8.3 by adding the following additional requirements:
(a) For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for
residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than
seven (7) feet above finished grade in the area of the venting, including but not limited to decks and porches, the following requirements shall
be satisfied:
1. INSTALLATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS. At the time of installation of the side wall horizontal vented gas fueled
equipment, the installing plumber or gasfitter shall observe that a hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm and battery back-up is
installed on the floor level where the gas equipment is to be installed. In addition, the installing plumber or gasfitter shall observe that a battery
operated or hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm is installed on each additional level of the dwelling, building or structure
served by the side wall horizontal vented gas fueled equipment. It shall be the responsibility of the property owner to secure the services of
qualified licensed professionals for the installation of hard wired carbon monoxide detectors
a. In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic, the hard wired carbon
monoxide detector with alarm and battery back-up may be installed on the next adjacent floor level.
b. In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can not be met at the time of completion of installation, the owner shall have a period of
thirty (30) days to comply with the above requirements; provided, however, that during said thirty (30) day period, a battery operated carbon
monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed.
MA Code - CO Detector
(for the State of Massachusetts only)
2. APPROVED CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS. Each carbon monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above provisions
shall comply with NFPA 720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 listed and IAS certified.
3. SIGNAGE. A metal or plastic identification plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum height of eight
(8) feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment. The
sign shall read, in print size no less than one-half (1/2) inch in size, "GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW. KEEP CLEAR OF ALL
OBSTRUCTIONS".
4. INSPECTION. The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment shall not approve the installation
unless, upon inspection, the inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed in accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR
5.08(2)(a)1 through 4.
(b) EXEMPTIONS: The following equipment is exempt from 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1 through 4:
1. The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled "Equipment Not Required To Be Vented" in the most current edition of NFPA 54 as adopted by
the Board; and
2. Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in a room or structure separate from the dwelling, building or
structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes.
(c) MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS - GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM PROVIDED. When the manufacturer of Product
Approved side wall horizontally vented gas equipment provides a venting system design or venting system components with the equipment, the
instructions provided by the manufacturer for installation of the equipment and the venting system shall include:
1. Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting system design or the venting system components; and
2. A complete parts list for the venting system design or venting system.
(d) MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS - GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM NOT PROVIDED. When the manufacturer of a
Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment does not provide the parts for venting the flue gases, but identifies
"special venting systems", the following requirements shall be satisfied by the manufacturer:
1. The referenced "special venting system" instructions shall be included with the appliance or equipment installation instructions; and
2. The "special venting systems" shall be Product Approved by the Board, and the instructions for that system shall include a parts list and
detailed installation instructions.
(e) A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment, all venting instructions,
all parts lists for venting instructions, and/or all venting design instructions shall remain with the appliance or equipment at the completion of
the installation.
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Regency® P33-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT MESSAGE
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
The P33-NG4 or P33-LP4 Direct Vent Fireplace must
be installed in accordance with these instructions.
Carefully read all the instructions in this manual
fi rst. Consult the "authority having jurisdiction" to
determine the need for a permit prior to starting the
installation. It is the responsibility of the installer
to ensure this fi replace is installed in compliance
with manufacturer's instructions and all applicable
codes.
BEFORE YOU ST ART
Safe installation and operation of this appliance
requires common sense, however, we are required
by the Canadian Safety Standards and ANSI
Standards to make you aware of the following:
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.
MORE FREQUENT CLEANING MAY
BE REQUIRED DUE TO EXCESSIVE
LINT FROM CARPETING, BEDDING
MATERIAL, ETC. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT
CONTROL COMPARTMENTS, 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 AREA AS THE APPLIANCE. TODDLERS, YOUNG CHILDREN
AND OTHERS MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE
TO ACCIDENTAL CONTACT BURNS. A
PHYSICAL BARRIERS IS RECOMMENDED IF THERE ARE AT RISK INDIVIDUAL
IN THE HOUSE. TO RESTRICT ACCESS
TO A FIREPLACE OR STOVE, INSTALL
AN ADJUSTABLE SAFETY GATE TO
KEEP TODDLERS, YOUNG CHILDREN
AND OTHER AT RISK INDIVIDUALS OUT
OF THE ROOM AND AWAY FROM HOT
SURFACES.
CLOTHING OR OTHER FLAMMABLE
MATERIAL SHOULD NOT BE PLACED
ON OR NEAR THE APPLIANCE.
GENERAL SAFETY
INFORMATION
1) The appliance installation must conform with
local codes or, in the absence of local codes,
with the current Canadian or National Gas
Codes, CAN1-B149 or ANSI Z223.1 Installation Codes.
2) The appliance when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes,
or in the absence of local codes with the current
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFP A 70 or CSA
C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code.
3) See general construction and assembly instructions. The appliance and vent should be
enclosed.
4) This appliance must be connected to the specifi ed vent and termination cap to the outside of
the building envelope. Never vent to another
room or inside a building. Make sure that the
vent is fi tted as per Venting instructions.
5) Inspect the venting system annually for blockage
and any signs of deterioration.
6) Venting 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 a qualifi ed service person.
A professional service person should be called
to inspect this appliance annually. 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).
Emissions from burning wood or gas could
contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
MANUFACTURED
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. Refer to "Wiring Diagram" Section.
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INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
CHECKLIST
1) Locate appliance
a) Room location
(Refer to "Locating Your Fireplace"
Section)
b) Clearances to Combustibles
(Refer to "Clearances" Section)
c) Mantle Clearances
(Refer to "Combustible Mantels"
Section)
d) Framing & Finishing Requirements
(Refer to "Framing & Finishing"
Section)
e) Venting Requirements
(Refer to "Venting" Sections)
2) Assemble Top Facing Support and Side
Nailing Strips (Refer to "Unit Assembly Prior
to Installation" Section). NOTE: Must be
done before installing unit into fi replace.
3) Install vent (Refer to "Venting" Sections)
4) Make gas and electrical connections. Test
the pilot. Must be as per diagram.
(Refer to "Gas Line Installation" and "Pilot
Adjustment" Section).
Convert to Propane if desired.
(Refer to "Conversion Kit from NG to LPG"
Section).
5) Install standard and optional features. Refer
to the following sections:
a. Optional Brick Panels
b. Log Set Installation
c. Standard Flush Door
d. Optional Flush Trim
e. Double Screen Door
f. Optional Bay Door
g. Optional Bay Trim
h. Flush Louvers
i. Bay Louvers
j. Full Screen Doors
k. Optional Contemporary Faceplate
l. Optional Wall Themostat
m. Optional Remote Control
n. Optional Wall Switch
o. Installing the Optional Fan
6) Final check.
LOCATING YOUR
FIREPLACE
1) When selecting a location for your fi replace,
ensure that the clearances outlined on this
page are met.
2) Provide adequate clearances for
servicing.
3) The appliance must be installed on a fl at,
solid, continuous surface (e.g. wood, metal,
concrete). This may be the fl oor, or raised up
on a platform to enhance its visual impact.
If the appliance is going to be installed
on carpeting, combustible linoleum tile or
other combustible material other than wood
fl ooring, the appliance must be installed on a
metal or wood panel extending the full width
and depth of the appliance.
4) The P33-4 can be installed in a recessed
position or framed out into the room as in
A, B, C, D. See Diagram 1 below.
5) 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.
6) The P33-4 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace is
approved for alcove installations, which meet
the clearances listed on the "Clearances"
Section.
7) We recommend that you plan your installation
on paper using exact measurements for
clearances and floor protection before
actually installing this appliance. Have a
qualifi ed inspector, dealer, or installer review
your plans before installation.
Note: For vent terminations see "Exterior Vent
Termination Locations" Section.
A) Flat on Wall
B) Flat on Wall Corner
C) Recessed into Wall/Alcove
D) Corner
DUCT SYSTEM OPTION
Kit #946-556
The HeatWave Air Duct Kit increases the
effectiveness of your fi replace by dispersing
warm air from the fi replace to remote locations
in the same room or other rooms in your
home.
Up to two kits may be installed on the fi replace.
Please Note: Only 1 HeatWave kit may be
operated at one time. This includes the internal
blower option as well.
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.
CAUTION: Any alteration to the product that
causes sooting or carboning that results
in damage is not the responsibility of the
manufacturer.
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Diagram 1
Regency® P33-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
INSTALLATION
UNIT DIMENSIONS
23"(584mm)
33"(838mm)
UNIT DIMENSIONS WITH
CONTEMPORARY FACEPLATE
33"(838mm)
12-3/4"(324mm)
28-1/2"(724mm)
29"(737mm)
31-1/2"(800mm)
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INSTALLATION
CLEARANCES FOR BAY OR FLUSH FRONT
The clearances listed below are Minimum
distances unless otherwise stated:
A major cause of chimney related fi res is
failure to maintain
required clearances (air space) to combustible materials.
It is of the greatest importance that this
fi replace and vent system
be installed only in accordance with these
instructions.
Clearance to Combustibles from:
Back 0" (0mm)
Side 0" (0mm)
Floor 0" (0mm)
NOTE: The minimum fl oor clearance must be
maintained
from the top surface of the carpeting, tile,
etc.
Minimum Clearance from Top of Unit to:
Mantel* min. 7" (177mm)
Ceiling 30" (762mm)
from top of unit.
Side Wall Clearance
Bay or Flush Front 7-1/2" (191mm)
Minimum Vent Clearances:
2-1/2" (64mm) Horizontal Top
1-1/2" (38mm) Horizontal Side
1-1/2" (38mm) Horizontal Bottom
1-1/4" (32mm) Vertical Vent Clearance
(Rigid Vent)
1-1/2" (38mm) Vertical Vent Clearance
(Flex Vent)
Alcove Clearances:
Max. Depth 36" (914mm)
Min. Width 48" (1219mm)
Min. Height 59" (1499mm)
* see mantel clearance instructions.
Clearances for Bay or Flush Front
Warning
Fire hazard is an extreme risk if these
clearances are not adhered to.
CLEARANCES WITH CONTEMPORARY FACEPLATE
The clearances listed below are Minimum distances unless otherwise stated:
A major cause of chimney related fi res is failure to maintain required clearances (air space) to combustible materials. It is of the greatest importance
that this fi replace and vent system be installed only in accordance with these instructions.
The top, back and sides of the fi replace are defi ned by
Caution Requirements
standoffs. The metal ends of the standoff may NOT be
recessed into combustible construction.
if these clearances (air space) to combustible materials are not
Fire hazard is an extreme risk
adhered to. It is of greatest importance that this fi replace and vent
system be installed only in accordance with these instructions.
WARNING
*Note: All measurements are from the top/side of the unit, not optional front.
Clearance: Dimension Measured From:
A: *Front Floor Clearance (min.) 1" (25mm) Underside of Unit
B: *Sidewall 7-1/2" (241mm) Side of Unit
C: *Ceiling
(room and/or alcove)
D: Alcove Width 48" (1219mm) Sidewall to Sidewall (Minimum)
E: Alcove Depth 36" (914mm) Front to Back Wall (Maximum)
10
30" (889mm) Top of Unit
C
B
Close to Ceiling
Flue Clearances to
Combustibles
Horizontal - Top 2-1/2"
Horizontal - Side 1-1/2"
Horizontal - Bottom 1-1/2"
Vertical (Flex Vent) 1-1/2"
Vertical (Rigid) 1-1/4"
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INSTALLATION
COMBUSTIBLE MANTELS
Because of the extreme heat this fi replace emits, the mantel clearances are critical. Combustible mantel clearances from top of unit are shown in the
diagram below.
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.
This drawing is to scale at 1:6 (one inch = 6 inches). Mantel can be installed anywhere in shaded area or higher using the above scale.
Note: Ensure the paint that is used on the mantel and the facing is "heat resistant" or the paint may discolour.
Combustible mantel leg clearances as per diagrams below:
Mantel Clearances with
Mantel Clearances
with Flush, Full Screens or Bay Glass
12
6
810
4
2
0
Contemporary Faceplate
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
11"(279mm)
29"(737mm)
to floor
12" (305mm)
7-1/2"(191mm)
0” - 3-1/2" (89mm)
9"(229mm)
7"(178mm)
To p o f
Unit
Drywall
Side View
Standoff
3"(76mm)
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INSTALLATION
MANTEL LEG CLEARANCES WITH FLUSH OR BAY GLASS
Combustible mantel leg clearances from side of unit as per diagram:
Maximum
1-1/2" projection at 2" minimum
clearance.
MANTEL LEG CLEARANCES WITH CONTEMPORARY FACEPLATE
Combustible mantel leg clearances from side of unit as per diagram:
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Regency® P33-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
FRAMING AND FINISHING
INSTALLATION
1) Determine the total thickness of facing
material (e.g. drywall plus ceramic tiles) to
allow the fi nished surface to be fl ush with
the front of the unit. Total facing thickness
can vary from 1/2" (13mm) to 1-1/4" (32mm)
thick.
Install Side Nailing Strips, and Top Facing
Support before unit is slipped into position.
See "Unit Assembly Prior to Installation"
Section
2) Frame in the enclosure for the unit with
framing material.
Vertical Termination or
Vertical Rise with Horizontal
Termination
For Both Rigid & Flex
Rear Termination
For Flex Vent
For Both Rigid & Flex
For Rigid Vent
1/2"
(13mm)
Drywall
1-1/2"
(38mm)
(102mm)
Opening for gas
1/2"
(13mm)
Drywall
Rigid Vent
Minimum Clearances
Top Header
10" (254mm)
dia. Hole through
wall for Dura-Vent
4"
(76mm)
connection
16-1/2”
3"
(419mm)
Minimum
Flex Vent
Minimum Clearances
Top Header
10" (254mm)
dia. Hole through
wall for Flex
30”
(762mm)
NOTE: If this is an outside corner, the
minimum distance between the vent and the
outside corner is 6" (15cm) with AstroCap
termination cap or 12" (30cm) with Rigid Vent
termination cap. (For example Dura-Vent).
NOTE: Framing is different when using the
faceplate option.
See framing section when using faceplate in
this manual.
NOTE: If this is an outside corner, the minimum
distance between the vent and the outside
corner is 6" (15cm) with AstroCap termination
cap or 12" (30cm) with Rigid Vent termination
cap. (For Example Dura-Vent).
3) For exterior walls, insulate the enclosure to
the same degree as the rest of the house,
apply vapour barrier and drywall, as per
local installation codes. (Do not insulate
the fi replace itself.)
4) The top of the unit must not be closer than
30" (762mm) to the ceiling.
5) Combustible material may be brought up to
the top and sides of the unit and be covered
with ceramic tiles, bricks, rock or other
suitable combustible fi nishing materials.
Note: The unit does not have to be completely
enclosed in a chase. The clearance on
top of the unit is 0" to the standoffs so
combustible building materials can be
laid directly on top of the standoffs.
You must maintain clearance from
the vent to combustible materials
for fl ex or for Rigid Vent (Refer to
"Clearances" Section).
1-1/2"
(38mm)
26”
(660mm)
4"
(102mm)
(76mm)
Opening for gas
connection
12-3/4”
3"
(324mm)
Minimum
6) Use steel studs for framing where the
1-1/2" (38mm) clearance from the vent
to combustible material cannot be
maintained.
The HeatWave Duct Kit has different
clearance and framing requirements,
check the HeatWave manual for details.
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INSTALLATION
L
FRAMING DIMENSIONS WITH CONTEMPORARY FACEPLATE
M
I
Top Header
H
I
NOTE: If this is an outside corner, the
minimum distance between the vent
and the outside corner is 6" (15cm)
with AstroCap termination cap or 12"
(30cm) with Rigid Vent ter mination cap.
(For example Dura-Vent)
Framing Dimensions Description P33-4
G Framing Width 33-1/4"(845mm)
H Framing Height * 31-3/4" (806mm)
I Framing Rise from Floor 1" (25mm) Min.
J Framing Depth Vertical
K Corner Wall Length 37-1/2" (953mm)
L Corner Facing Wall Width 53-1/4" (1353mm)
M Framed Chase Ceiling* 36" (914mm) Rigid 32" (812mm) Flex
N
O
P Gas Connection Inset* 4" (102mm)
Q Gas Connection Width* 3" (76mm)
Wood, drywall
or other facing
.
G
J
J
K
O
P
Opening for gas
connection
Horizontal
Vent Centerline Height* 30" (762mm) Rigid 26" (660mm) Flex
Gas Connection Height* 1 1/2" (38mm)
19-1/2" (495mm) Vertical Rise
16-1/2" (419mm) Rigid / 12-3/4" (324mm) Flex
10" (254mm)
dia. Hole through
wall Vent.
N
Floor
Q
I
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* Measured from base of unit.
Regency® P33-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
INSTALLATION
Wood,
FRAMING & FINISHING WITH CONTEMPORARY FACEPLATE
1) Determine the total thickness of facing material (e.g. drywall, wood plus
ceramic tiles) to allow the fi nished surface to be fl ush with the front of the
unit. Total facing thickness can vary from 1/2" (13mm) to 1-1/4" (32mm)
thick.
NOTE: Facing material may not protrude beyond unit, otherwise the op-
tional accesories will not be able to be mounted to the unit.
Install Side Nailing Strips, and Top Facing
Support before unit is slipped into position.
See "Unit Assembly Prior to Installation"
Section
2) Frame in the enclosure for the unit with framing material.
4) Combustible material may be brought up to the top and sides of the unit
and be covered with wood, drywall, ceramic tiles, bricks, rock or other
suitable combustible fi nishing materials.
Note: The unit does not have to be completely enclosed in a chase. The
clearance on top of the unit is 0" to the standoffs so combustible
building materials can be laid directly on top of the standoffs. Y ou
must maintain clearance from the vent to combustible materials
for fl ex or for Rigid Vent (Refer to "Clearances" Section).
5) Use steel studs for framing where the 1-1/2" (38mm) clearance from the
vent to combustible material cannot be maintained.
The HeatWave Duct Kit has different
clearance and framing requirements,
check the HeatWave manual for details.
Note: When constructing the framed opening, please ensure there is
access to install the gas lines when the unit is installed.
3) For exterior walls, insulate the enclosure to the same degree as the rest
of the house, apply vapour barrier and drywall, as per local installation
codes. (Do not insulate the fi replace itself.)
WARNING: Failure to insulate and add vapor barriers to the inside
of the exterior wall will result in operational and performance problems including, but not limited to: excessive condensation on glass
doors, poor fl ame package, carbon, blue fl ames etc. These are not
product related issues.
Important:
If the Contemporary Faceplate is used on the P33-NG4/P33-LP4
Gas Fireplace, the burner orifi ce (Both NG/LP supplied in this
package) must be replaced and an overlay decal (also supplied with
kit) must be affi xed to the current serial number decal
supplied with unit.
Note: Also see framing dimensions for this optional front if installed
on the P33-4 unit.
Note: Unit must be raised up by 1' to allow for faceplate
installation.
NG LP
Current P33-4 orifi ce size: #44 #54
Must replace with: #47 #56
Warning: Fire hazard is an extreme risk if these changes are not
adhered to.
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INSTALLATION
UNIT ASSEMBLY PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
The T op Facing Support, the Side Nailing Strips and
the 2 Top Standoffs must be correctly positioned
and attached to the top before the unit is put into
position.
Top Standoff Assembly
The top standoffs are shipped in a fl at position and
must be pulled up and bent into the correct shape.
1) Remove the standoffs from on top of the fi rebox
by undoing the screws.
2) T ake each standof f and bend into the correct
shape. Bend up at the bend lines until the screw
holes in the standoff and the pre-punched
screw holes on the fi rebox top line-up.
3) Attach the standoffs securely to the top with
4 screws per standoff.
Note: Secure the standoffs to the holes closest
to the edge of the fi rebox top.
Top Facing Support &
Side Nailing Strips
Determine the total thickness of facing material
(e.g. drywall plus ceramic tiles) to allow the fi nished
surface to be fl ush with the front of the unit. Total
facing thickness can vary from 1/2" (13mm) to
1-1/4" (32mm) thick.
The Top Facing Support & Side Nailing Strips can
be mounted in various positions depending on the
thickness of the facing material.
1) Mount T op Facing Support using the 3 supplied
screws into the three pre-punched screw holes
on the top front of the unit. Adjust support to
desired facing material depth.
2) Mount Side Nailing Strip using the 3 supplied
screws into the three pre-punched screw holes
at the front sides of the unit. Adjust support to
desired facing material thickness.
Top Facing
Support
For a facing material depth of
1-1/4"(32mm), the top facing
support must be reversed.
Side
Nailing
Strips
(folded out)
VENTING INTRODUCTION
The P33-4 uses the "balanced fl ue" technology Co-Axial system. The inner liner vents products of combustion to the outside while the outer liner
draws outside combustion air into the combustion chamber thereby eliminating the need to use heated room air for combustion and losing warm room
air up the chimney.
There are 5 vent systems approved for use with the P33-4: the Regency® Direct Vent Flex System for Horizontal Terminations only and the Simpson
Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct-Temp, Amerivent Direct Vent and Security Secure Vent Systems for Horizontal and Vertical Terminations (see following
"Venting" Sections for more details).
Note: These fl ue pipes must not be connected to any other appliance.
The gas appliance and vent system must be vented directly to the outside of the building, and never be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid
fuel or gas burning appliance. Each direct vent gas appliance must use it's own separate vent system. Common vent systems are prohibited. (See
"Rigid Pipe Venting System" for more details and exceptions).
NOTE: Ensure compliance with the outside vent terminal location before cutting hole as both dimensions must be met.
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Regency® P33-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
EXTERIOR VENT TERMINATION LOCATIONS
INSTALLATION
1
Minimum Clearance Requirements
A
Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony 12"(30cm) 12"(30cm)
B
Clearance to window or door that may be opened 12"(30cm) 9" (23cm)
C
Clearance to permanently closed window **
D
Vertical clearance to ventilated soffi t located above the terminal within a horizontal distance of 2 feet (61cm)
from the center line of the terminal (check with the local code)
E
Clearance to unventilated soffi t 15"(38cm) 15"(38cm)
F
Clearance to outside corner: with AstroCap Termination Cap. 6"(15cm) 6"(15cm)
Clearance to outside corner: with all other approved Termination Caps. 12"(30cm) 12"(30cm)
G
Clearance to inside corner: with AstroCap Termination Cap 6"(15cm) 6"(15cm)
Clearance to inside corner: with all other approved Termination Caps. 12"(30cm) 12"(30cm)
H
Clearance to each side of center line extended above meter/regulator assembly 36"(90cm)
J
Clearance to service regulator vent outlet 36"(90cm) *
K
Clearance to non-mechanical air supply inlet to building or the combustion air inlet to any other appliance 12"(30cm) 9" (23cm)
L
Clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet
#3' (91cm) above if within 10' (3m) horizontally.
M
Clearance above paved sidewalk or a paved driveway located on public property 84"(2.1m)
N
Clearance under veranda, porch, deck, or balcony 12"(30cm)
1
In accordance with current CSA B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code
2
In accordance with the current ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, National Fuel Gas Code
┼
A vent shall not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved driveway which is located between two single family dwellings and serves both dwellings.
‡ Permitted only if veranda, porch, deck, or balcony is fully open on a minimum of two sides beneath the fl oor.
Clearance in accordance with local installation codes and the requirements of the gas supplier
*
a
3 feet (91cm) within a height of 15 feet (4.5m) above the meter / regulator assembly
b
3 feet (91cm) above - if within 10 feet (3m) horizontally
Canada
18"(46cm) 18"(46cm)
a
72"(1.8m) 36"(90cm)
┼
‡
USA
*
*
*
2
b
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INSTALLATION
REGENCY® DIRECT VENT FLEX SYSTEM
Horizontal Terminations Only
This venting system, in combination with the P33-4 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace, have been tested and listed as a direct vent heater system by Warnock Hersey/
Intertek. The location of the termination cap must conform to the requirements in the "Exterior Vent Terminal Locations" Section .
Regency® Direct Vent Flex Termination Kit (Part # 946-513) includes all the parts needed to install the P33-4 with a maximum run of 2 feet. If installing the P33 with a continuous vent length of more than 2 ft (.6m) to a maximum of 10 ft. (3.0m) use Kit # 946-515 (4 ft) or 946-516 (10 ft) or see "Rigid Pipe
Venting Systems" Section for alternate venting arrangements.
1) 6-7/8" dia. fl exible liner (2 ft. length)
2) 4" dia. fl exible liner (2 ft. length)
3) spring spacers (3)
4) thimble (2)
5) AstroCap termination cap (1)
6) screws (12)
7) tube of Mill Pac (1)
8) plated screws (8)
9) screws #8 x 1-1/2" drill point,
stainless steel (4)
4" (102mm)
dia. flue pipe
Wall Thimble (2 pc)
(required in
Canada only)
AstroCap
TM
Termination Cap
(Part# 946-523/P)
Notes:
1) Liner sections should be continuous
without any joints or seams.
2) Only Flex pipe purchased from Regency
may be used for Flex installations.
MINIMUM
RIGID PIPE CENTER-LINE
®
MINIMUM
FLEX KIT CENTER-LINE
6-7/8"
(173mm)
dia. Flue pipe
spring
spacer
See Figure 1 below for
Alternate Caps.
Alternate
Horizontal
Termination
Caps
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Figure 1
Wherever necessary due to
external location of cap, the
AstroCap can be replaced with
the FPI Riser Vent T ermination
Cap or the Dura-Vent Snorkel
Termination Cap.
Note: for P33-NG4 with contemporary faceplate - unit must be raised by 1".
Regency® P33-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
for Regency® Direct Vent System (Flex)
INSTALLATION
1) Locate the unit in the framing, rough in the
gas (preferably on the right side of the unit)
and the electrical (Junction block is on the
left side) on the left. Locate the centerline of
the termination and mark wall accordingly.
Cut a 10"(254mm) hole in the wall (inside
dimension).
Note: To make the installation more
aesthetically pleasing, we recommend
framing out a square to mount the
terminal to.
Note: A 2-1/2" (64mm) horizontal top and
1-1/2" (38mm) horizontal sides &
bottom clearance around the liner
must be maintained except that only
a 1" (25mm) clearance is needed at
the termination end. We recommend
framing a 10"(254mm) x 10"(254mm)
(inside dimensions) hole to give
structural rigidity for mounting the
termination.
Note: If installing termination on a siding
covered wall, furring strips must be
used to ensure that the termination
is not recessed into the siding.
2) Level the fi replace and fasten it to the framing
using nails or screws through the nailing
strips.
*If this is an outside corner, the minimum distance between the vent and the outside
corner is 6" (15cm) with AstroCap termination cap or 12" (30cm) with Dura-Vent
termination cap. See "F" in the diagram in "Exterior Vent T rmination Locations" Section.
Minimum and Maximum Vent Clearances
5) Slip the assembled liner and termination
assembly through the thimble making sure
the termination cap faces up (there are
markings on the cap that show which way
is up). This will position the termination cap
with proper down slope for draining water.
Fasten the cap to the outer wall with the 4
supplied screws.
6) Pull the centre 4"(100mm) liner and outer
6-7/8"(175mm) liner out enough to slip over
the fl ue collars of the fi replace.
7) Apply Mill Pac over the fi replace inner collar
and slip the 4"(100mm) liner down over it
and attach with 3 supplied screws.
8) Do the same with the 6-7/8"(175mm) liner.
9) Apply a bead of silicone between the
thimble and termination and around the
outer edge of the terminal at the wall in
order to keep the water out.
IMPORTANT : Do not locate termination
hood where excessive snow or ice
buildup may occur. Be sure to check
vent termination area after snow
falls, and clear to prevent accidental
blockage of venting system. When
using snow blowers, make sure
snow is not directed towards vent
termination area.
3) Assemble the vent assembly by applying
Mill Pac to the 4"(100mm) inner collar of the
termination and slipping the 4"(100mm) liner
over it at least 1-3/8" (35mm). Fasten with
the 3 screws (drilling pilot holes will make this
easier). Apply Mill Pac or high temperature
silicone to the 6-7/8"(175mm) fl ex pipe and
slip it over the 6-7/8" outer collar of the vent
terminal at least 1-3/8"(35mm) and fasten
with the 3 screws.
4) Separate the 2 halves of the wall thimble and
securely fasten the one with the tabs to the
outside wall making sure that the tabs are
on top and bottom. Fasten the other thimble
half to the inside wall. The thimble halves
slip inside each other and can be adjusted
for 2 x 4 or 2 x 6 walls. The liners must slip
over the collars a minimum of 1-3/8".
Regency® P33-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
Screws
connection)
(3 per
4" (102mm)
dia. flue pipe
with spring spacer
6-7/8"
(175mm)
dia. air intake
Wall Thimble 2 pieces
(10" (254mm) Outer Diameter)
2”x4”or2”x6”
(21mm x 102mm
or 21mm x 152mm)
Termination Cap
Screws
(4 per connection)
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INSTALLATION
RIGID PIPE VENTING SYSTEMS
The minimum components required for a basic
horizontal termination are:
1 AstroCap Horizontal Termination Cap
1 45o Elbow
1 Rigid Pipe Adaptor
1 Wall Thimble
1 Length of pipe to suit wall thickness
(see chart)
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.
If a Vinyl Siding Standoff is required (it must be
used with vinyl siding), measure to outside surface
of wall without siding and add 2 inches.
Alternate
Horizontal
Termination
Caps
Horizontal or Vertical Terminations
WARNING:
Do not combine venting components from
different venting systems.
However use of the AstroCapTM and FPI Riser
is acceptable with all systems.
This product has been evaluated by Intertek
for using a Rigid Pipe Adaptor in conjunction
with Duravent Direct-Vent , Selkirk Direct-T emp,
Flat Wall Installation
Max. Wall Vent Length
Thickness (inches) Required (inches)
7 - 1/4" 6"
Ameri Vent Direct venting and Security Secure
Vent systems. Use of these systems with the
Rigid Pipe adaptor is deemed acceptable and
does not affect the Warnok Hersey/Intertek
listing of components.
10 - 1/4" 9"
13 - 1/4" 12"
12-1/4" - 15-7/8" 11" - 14-5/8" Adj. Pipe
18-1/4" - 25-1/4" 11" - 14-5/8" Adj. Pipe
The FPI AstroCap
American Metal Products Ameri Vent Direct Vent, Security Secure Vent®, Selkirk Direct-Temp. AstroCapTM is a proprietary trademark of FPI Fireplace
Products International Ltd. Dura-Vent® and Direct Vent are registered and/or proprietary trademarks of Simpson Dura-Vent Co. Inc.
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TM
and FPI Riser Vent terminal are certifi ed for installations using FPI venting systems as well as Simpson Dura-Vent® Direct Vent Pro,
Regency® P33-4 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
When using Rigid Vent other than
Simpson Dura-Vent, 3 screws must be
used to secure rigid pipe to adaptor.
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