Recoton Advent Stove U31 LP2 User Guide

Owners &

U31 Gas Insert

Installation Manual

MODELS: U31-NG2 Natural Gas U31-LP2 Propane

FOR YOUR SAFETY

WARNING:

What to do if you smell gas:

Do not try to light any appliance

Do not touch any electrical switch:

donotuseanyphoneinyourbuild-

ing.

If the information in these instructions are not followed ex-

actly, aﬁreorexplosionmayresultcausingpropertydamage,

personal injury or loss of life.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline or other ﬂammable vapors and

liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

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.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualiﬁed

installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

Tested by:

Installer: Please complete the details on the back cover

and leave this manual with the homeowner.

Homeowner: Please keep these instructions for future reference.

908-785c

FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. 6988 Venture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4

07/17/06

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

FPI GAS FIREPLACE INSERT

Final Check .............................................................21

Unit Dimensions ........................................................2

Safety Label ..............................................................4

MA Code - CO Detector

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

(for the state of Massachuettes only) ........................5

Operating Instructions .............................................21

Lighting Procedure ..................................................21

Shutdown Procedure...............................................22

INSTALLATION

First Fire

.............................................................22

Automatic Convection Fan Operation .....................22

Normal Operating Sounds

For Your Safety..........................................................6

Speciﬁcations ............................................................6

Installation into a Solid Fuel Fireplace.......................6

General Safety Information .......................................6

Installation Checklist..................................................7

Materials Required ...................................................7

Minimum Fireplace Clearances.................................7

Clearances to Combustibles .....................................7

Conversion to Propane Kit ........................................8

Gas Connection.........................................................8

High Elevation ...........................................................8

Draft Hood Connection..............................................8

of Gas Appliances.............................................22

Copy of Lighting Instruction Plate............................22

MAINTENANCE

Maintenance............................................................23

Gold Plated Trim ...............................................23

Log Replacement..............................................23

Glass Gasket ....................................................23

Door Glass Replacement..................................24

Bay Glass Removal ..........................................24

Flush Glass Replacement.................................24

Fan Maintenance ..............................................24

Venting

...............................................................9

Combustion & Ventilation....................................9

Gas Pressure Test.....................................................9

Gas Insert Aeration System.......................................9

Test for Flue Spillage.................................................9

Optional Brick Panel ...............................................10

Log Installation ........................................................10

Faceplate & Trim .....................................................12

Glass Front Installation

Parts List .............................................................25

WARRANTY

Standard Flush Door (1 panel)..........................12

Flush Louvers ...................................................13

Optional Bay Front (3 panel).............................13

Bay Louvers......................................................13

Double Door Screen................................................13

Wiring Diagram........................................................14

Full Screen Front.....................................................15

Hampton Cast Faceplate Installation ......................17

Hampton Cast Faceplate Grill .................................18

Excalibur Surround..................................................19

Optional Wall Thermostat........................................21

Optional Remote Control ........................................21

Warranty

.............................................................31

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SAFETY LABEL

Thisisacopyofthelabelsthataccompanyeach

U31-2GasInsert.Wehaveprintedacopyofthe

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.

NOTE: FPI units are constantly being im-

proved. Check the label on the unit

and if there is a difference, the label

on the unit is the correct one.

For the State of Massachusetts, installation and repair must be done by a plumber or gasﬁtter licensed in the Commonwealth of

Massachusetts.

For the State of Massachusetts, ﬂexible 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

MA Code - CO Detector

(for the State of Massachusetts only)

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.

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.

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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INSTALLATION

ers.Ifanypartisremoveditmustnotweaken

the structural integrity of the factory built.

GAS PRESSURE TESTING

IMPORTANT:

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

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 test pres-

sures over 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).

9) Trim panels or surrounds shall not seal

ventilation openings in the ﬁreplace.

The FPI Gas Insert must be installed in ac-

cordancewiththeseinstructions. Carefullyread

all the instructions in this manual ﬁrst. Consult

the building authority having jurisdiction to de-

termine the need for a permit prior to starting

the installation.

BEFORE YOU START

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:

POLICY FOR SOLID

FUEL BURNING AND

FACTORY BUILT

FIREPLACES

NOTE: Failure to follow the instructions

could cause a malfunction of the

heater which could result in death,

serious bodily injury, and/or prop-

erty damage. Failure to follow

these instructions may also void

your ﬁre insurance and/or warranty.

This appliance can be used with a

thermostat.

General Safety Information

1) The appliance installation must conform

with local codes or in the absence of local

codes, with CAN/CGA B149 (in Canada)

or the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI

Z223.1. This appliance should be installed

by a qualiﬁed gas ﬁtter technician only.

The FPI U31-2 may be installed and vented into

any solid fuel ﬁreplace that has been installed

in accordance with the National, Provincial and

local building codes and is constructed of non-

combustible materials.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

2) Installation and repair should be done

by a qualiﬁed service person.

1) Installer must mechanically attach the sup-

plied label to the inside of the ﬁrebox of the

ﬁreplace into which the gas ﬁreplace insert

is installed.

This appliance requires air for proper combus-

tion. Always provide adequate combustion

and ventilation air. Follow instructions and

information in CAN/CGA B149 (in Canada) or

theNationalFuelGasCodeANSIZ223.1(inthe

USA), regarding requirements for combustion

and ventilation air.

3) 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,beddingmaterial,animalhair,etc.

It is imperative that control compartments,

burners and circulating air passageways of

the appliance be kept clean.

WARNING: This ﬁreplace has been con-

verted for use with a gas ﬁreplace insert

only and cannot be used for burning wood

or solid fuels unless all original parts have

beenreplaced,andtheﬁreplacere-approved

by the authority having jurisdiction.

SPECIFICATIONS

At pressures over 1/2 psig, the pipe to the unit

must be disconnected.

4) See general construction and assembly

instructions. This appliance may only be

installed in a vented, noncombustible ﬁre-

place.

2) Do not cut any sheet-metal parts of the

ﬁreplace, in which the gas ﬁreplace insert

is to be installed.

3) Ifthefactory-builtﬁreplacehasnogasaccess

hole(s) provided, an access hole of 1-1/2"

(37.5mm) or less may be drilled though

the lower sides or bottom of the ﬁrebox in

a proper workmanship like manner. This

access hole must be plugged with a non-

combustible insulation after the gas supply

line has been installed.

Gas Input Capacity:

5) This appliance is Listed for bedroom instal-

lations. In Canada room heaters must be

installed with a Listed Millivolt Thermostat.

Someareasmayhavefurtherrequirements,

check local codes before installation.

Natural Gas

Propane

30,000 Btu/h

27,500 Btu/h

Min. Output (Fan Off)

Natural Gas

21,000 Btu/h

19,400 Btu/h

Propane

Max. Output (Fan On)

Natural Gas

6) This unit is not approved for installation into

22,000 Btu/h

20,500 Btu/h

a mobile home.

Propane

4) The ﬁreplace ﬂue damper can be fully

blocked open or removed for installation of

the gas ﬁreplace insert.

7) Always connect this insert to a vent sys-

tem venting to the outside of the building

envelope. Never vent to another room or

inside a building. Make sure that the vent

is properly sized and is of adequate height

to provide the proper draft.

Fuels: Approved for use with both natural

gas, and propane. Approved as is for use at

0' to 2,000'. With a ﬁeld installed conversion

kit 0' - 4,500'.

5) The ﬁreplace and ﬁreplace chimney must

be clean and in good working order and

constructed of non-combustible materials.

Electrical: 120V A.C. system.

8) Inspect the venting system annually for

6) The chimney cleanouts must ﬁt properly.

blockage and any signs of deterioration.

Circulation Fan: Variable speed, 127 CFM.

Log Set: Ceramic ﬁbre, 7 per set.

7) Refractory (ﬁrebricks), glass doors, screen

rails, screen mesh and log grates can be

removed from the ﬁreplace before installing

the gas ﬁreplace insert.

9) Any glass removed for servicing must be

replaced prior to operating the appliance.

Vent System: Minimum 4" B-Vent or listed

gas fuel vent liner.

10) To prevent injury, do not allow anyone who

is unfamiliar with the operation to use the

ﬁreplace.

8) Smoke shelves, shields and bafﬂes may be

removed if attached by mechanical fasten-

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INSTALLATION

14) Finalcheck:Beforeleavingthisunitwiththe

customer, the installer must ensure that the

appliance is ﬁring correctly. This includes:

a) Clocking the appliance to ensure the

correct ﬁring rate.

11) Failure to position the parts in accordance

with the diagrams in this manual or failure

to use only parts speciﬁcally approved with

thisappliancemayresultinpropertydamage

or personal injury.

CLEARANCES TO

COMBUSTIBLES

From Unit

b) Adjusting the primary air, if required,

to ensure that the ﬂame does not

carbon. See page 10.

c) Ensuringthattheapplianceisventing

correctly. See page 9.

Sides

Ceiling

Mantle

10" / 255 mm

47.5" / 1205 mm

See mantle

12) 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 gold

trims, 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.

clearances

From Standard Surround (26" x 40")

Sides

Ceiling

4" / 100 mm

41.5" / 1055 mm

MATERIALS REQUIRED

Noelectricalpowersupplyisrequiredforthegas

control to operate. A 120 Volt AC power cord is

hooked up to the fan. Plug the 3 wire cord into

a suitable receptacle. Do not cut the ground

terminaloffunderanycircumstances. When

connectedwith120volts, theappliancemustbe

electrically grounded in accordance with local

codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the

current CanadianElectricalCodeCSAC22.1(in

Canada) or with the current National Electrical

Code ANSI/NFPA 70-1987 (in U.S.A.).

Max. Mantel Depth

Hearth Height

Hearth Depth

12" / 305 mm

0" / 0 mm

16" / 405 mm

40" / 1015 mm

Hearth Width

Emissions from burning wood or gas could

contain chemicals known to the State of Cali-

fornia to cause cancer, birth defects or other

reproductive harm.

Min. Alcove Width

Max. Alcove Depth

48" / 1220 mm

36" / 915 mm

INSTALLATION

CHECKLIST

NOTE: This unit is equipped with a heat sen-

sor thermodiscwhichwillpreventthe

blower from operating until the unit

reaches the correct temperature.

The FPI Gas Insert is installed as listed be-

low.

1) Unit Location - check Clearances to Com-

MINIMUM FIREPLACE

DIMENSIONS

The minimum ﬁreplace dimensions for the FPI

gas ﬁreplace insert are shown in the following

diagrams:

bustibles on page 6.

2) Make the gas connections (see page 7).

Combustible Mantel Clearances

with Bay & Flush Louvers in

Masonry Installation

Convert to Propane Gas if necessary, page

3) Install the ﬂue or liner to the sliding draft

hood. See page 8.

Note: A non-combustible mantel may be

installed

at a lower

heightifthe

framing is

made of

metalstuds

c o v e r e d

with a non-

combusti-

ble board.

4) InstallVenting,page8.Slidetheunitintothe

ﬁreplace. Attach draft hood to the insert.

5) Test gas pressure, page 8. Check aeration,

page 8.

6) Test for ﬂue spillage, page 8.

7) Install the optional brick panels. See page

8) Install the log set. See page 9.

9) Assembleandinstallthefaceplateandtrim.

See page 11.

10) InstalltheglassfrontandoptionalBayFront.

See pages 11 & 12.

11) Install both louvers. See page 12.

12) Install Optional Double Screen Door. See

Note: If you are installing the Molded Faceplate

or Excalibur Surround, the minimum ﬁreplace

dimensions are as follows:

page 12

NOTE:MantelclearancesforInstallationinto

a Zero Clearance Kit are different. Please

refer to the Zero Clearance Kit Manual for

details.

13) InstallOptionalRemoteControlandOptional

Width (at front): 29" (737mm)

Wall Thermostat, page 20.

Depth:

16" (406mm)

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INSTALLATION

Conversion Kit from Natural Gas to Propane

Model #402-969 for: U31-NG2 Units

GAS CONNECTION

GAS CONNECTION WARNING:

Only persons licensed to work

with gas piping may make the

necessarygasconnectionstothis

appliance.

THIS CONVERSION MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED GAS

FITTER IF IN DOUBT DO NOT DO THIS CONVERSION !!

8) Remove regulator from valve and replace

1) Turn the unit off and allow it to cool to room

1) If the appliance is to be installed into an

existing chimney system, thoroughly clean

the masonry or factory built ﬁreplace.

with Propane regulator. See diagram 1.

temperature.

2) Unplug or disconnect power source to

stove.

2) The appliance is provided with an opening

on the left hand side of the control com-

partment. A 1/2" gas supply pipe must be

brought near this inlet hole. (See Diagram

3 on page 11).

3) Remove glass front (see manual).

4) Remove logs and brick panels (if in-

stalled).

5) Remove the Grate by removing the screws

on each side of the grate.

Diagram 1

9) Pull off the pilot cap to expose the pilot

oriﬁce.

3) Locate the center point where the vent will

pass through the chimney above the appli-

ance. Move the appliance into the exact

location where it is to be installed. Ensure

that the Insert is level.

Remove the 2 screws holding

the grate in position.

6) Remove the Burner Tray by removing the

screws on each side of the tray. Push the

tray to the left and lift up.

4) The installer must provide a valve with a

plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge

connection, immediately upstream of the

gas supply connection to the appliance.

10) Unscrew the pilot oriﬁce with the allen key

and replace with the LP pilot oriﬁce in the

kit.

HIGH ELEVATION

This unit is approved in Canada for altitude 0 to

2000 ft. with the oriﬁce supplied. For 0' - 4500'

use the optional ﬁeld conversion kit (Part #400-

970 for Natural Gas units and Part #400-971 for

Propane units). In USA refer to ANSI Z223.1-

1988, Appendix F, for re-sizing oriﬁce.

Remove the 2 screws,

push Burner Tray to the left, and lift off.

7) Remove burner oriﬁce with 1/2" wrench and

replace with the #52 oriﬁce in the Kit.

DRAFT HOOD

CONNECTION

1) Attach the vent to the ﬂue collar on the

detachable draft hood. The ﬂue collar of

the appliance will ﬁt inside a standard vent

and may be fastened directly to the vent by

sheet metal screw. Diagram 1.

11) Replace Burner Tray and reverse steps 5)

2) Before pushing the appliance into position

inside the ﬁreplace, align the draft hood

with the guides on the insert top and push

forward. While pushing the unit back into

place keep pulling the draft hood forward

until the screw hole in the spill tube aligns

to 1).

Burner

Oriﬁce

12) Adjust the burner aeration setting to 1/8"

to 3/16" as required for the best ﬂame pic-

ture.

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Themanifoldpressureiscontrolledbyaregulator

builtintothegascontrol,andshouldbechecked

at the pressure test point. The pressure check

shouldbecarriedoutwiththeunitburningandthe

setting should be within the limits speciﬁed.

Before installing vent system ensure that the

damper plate is open and secure to prevent

the damper plate from falling down and crush-

ing the liner.

GAS INSERT AERATION

SYSTEM

The aeration adjustment rod is attached to the

air shutter which is located just above the oriﬁce

bracket. The rod is used to adjust the aeration

on the main burner without having to take the

appliance apart.

Diagram 1

with the screw hole in the top of the ﬁrebox.

The screw is secured through the inside top

oftheﬁreboxintothebottomofthespilltube.

(If screw holes do not line up then draft hood

is not positioned correctly.)

WARNING: Operation of this ap-

pliance when not connected to a

properly installed and maintained

venting system or tampering with

the blocked vent shutoff system

canresultincarbonmonoxide(CO)

poisoning and possible death.

The burner aeration is factory set but may need

adjusting due to either the local gas supply, air

supply or altitude.

Natural Gas: 1/8" (3.2mm) open

Propane:

3/16" (4.8mm) open

Note: Anydamageduetocarboningresult-

ing from improperly setting the aera-

tion controls is NOT covered under

warranty.

Diagram 2

Combustion and Ventilation Air

NOTE: ﬁnal gas connection should be

after unit is in place to avoid damage

to line when pushing the unit into

position.

WARNING: This appliance needs

freshairforsafeoperationandmust

be installed with provisions for ad-

equate combustion and ventilation

air available to the room in which it

is to be operating.

Note: Aeration Adjustment should only

be performed by an authorized FPI

Installer at the time of installation or

service.

VENTING

THE APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE

CONNECTEDTOACHIMNEYFLUE

SERVING A SEPARATE SOLID

FUEL BURNING APPLIANCE.

Follow CAN/CGA B149 (in Canada) or ANSI

Z223.1 (in the USA) requirements, and any

local codes or regulations of the enforcing

authority.

TEST FOR FLUE

SPILLAGE

A " spillage" test must be made before the

installedunitisleftwiththecustomer.Follow

the procedure below:

Air for combustion is drawn in through the front

of the unit, therefore, the front of the unit must

be kept clear of any obstructions.

Thisapplianceisdesignedtoattachtoa4"diam-

eter type B-Vent or listed gas fuel type vent liner

runningthefulllengthofthechimney.Aminimum

ﬂue height of 12 feet is recommended. B-Vent

must be supported by a vent support - supplied

by vent manufacturer. See chart on this page

for minimum distances from roof.

1) Start all exhaust fans in the home and then

close all external doors and windows in the

house.

GAS PRESSURE TEST

2) Light the unit and set controls to maximum.

TheFPI Insert incorporates its own internal

draft hood, so no additional external draft hood

is required.

Turn fan off.

The unit is preset to give the correct gas input

at the speciﬁed manifold pressures shown on

the label. The maximum gas manifold pressure

is:

Periodically check that the vent is unrestricted

and an adequate draft is present when the unit

is in operation. (See page 8 for spillage test.)

Natural Gas

Propane

3.8" w.c.

11.0" w.c.

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3) Afterﬁveminutes,testthatthereisa“pull”on If the heater turns off because of lack of draft

the ﬂue by placing a smoke match, cigarette during the spillage test, check for the cause

or similar device which gives off smoke, and if necessary, seek expert advice.

in front of the spill tube. To ensure a valid

LOG SET

INSTALLATION

test, place a scrap piece of sheet metal (or The thermally actuated safety switch will

other noncombustible material) between automatically reset after it has cooled off.

the spill tube and the upper louver, this will The switch will continue to cycle until the

prevent the natural convection of the unit draft problem is corrected. DO NOT BYPASS

from interfering with the test. See diagram OR DISCONNECT THIS SWITCH.

Read the instructions below carefully and

refer to the diagrams. If logs are broken

do not use the unit until they are replaced.

Broken logs can interfere with the pilot

operation.

The gas log kit contains the following:

OPTIONAL

a) 02-43 Rear Log

902-227

902-229

902-230

902-231

902-232

BRICK PANEL

b) 02-45 Front Right Log

c) 02-56 Middle Left Log

d) 02-46 Left Top Log

e) 02-47 Center Log

1) Unwrap the brick pattern panels from the

protective wrapping.

f) 02-48 Middle Right Log 902-226

2) Remove the glass front if it is already in-

g) 02-44 Front Left Log

902-228

902-154

902-153

902-179/P

stalled.

Embers

Rockwool

Vermiculite

3) Put the rear brick panel ﬂat against the back

of the unit.

Note: Install Optional Brick Panels prior to

installing logs.

4) Beforeinstallingthesidebrickpanels,loosen

the screws for the brick tabs enough so that

you can slide the brick tabs on to the screws

easily but that the tabs are secure. For the

Diagram 1

location of the side brick tab screws see

diagram 1.

The smoke should be drawn into the spill tube.

If the smoke is still not drawn into the spill tube,

turn the unit off and check for the cause of the

lack of draft. If necessary, seek expert advice.

The "02" refer numbers (i.e. 02-43) are

molded into the rear of each log.

Diagram 1

5) Remove the brick tabs and slide the side

brick panels into position. See diagram 3.

Install the brick tabs. See diagram 2.

1) Carefully remove the logs from the box and

unwrap them. The logs are fragile, handle

with care - do not force into position.

2) Sprinkle the vermiculite around the ﬁrebox

base. Take some of the embers (approx.

1/3 of the bag) and sprinkle over the ver-

miculite.

Forwindturbulentsites,awindcapmayremedy

the problem.

Diagram 2

Note: The thermally activated safety switch

willsensethechangeintemperatureandshut

down the gas valve in the event of a severe

downdraft or a blocked or disconnected

vent. The switch acts as a safety shut-off to

preventabuild-upofcarbonmonoxide. Ifthe

ﬂue is blocked or has no "draw", the switch

will automatically shut off the supply of gas

within 5 - 10 minutes. Tampering with the

switch can result in carbon monoxide (CO)

poisoning and possible death.

Vermiculite and

embers.

Vermiculite and

embers.

Vermiculite and

embers.

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6) Place the Left Top Log D)02-46 on the pin

on Log C)02-56 and on top of the cutout on

Log A)02-43.

3) Place Rear Log A)02-43 on the two pins on

A)02-43

F)02-48

the rear log support.

A)02-43

D)02-46

A)02-43

Side View

Front edge of

rear burner

Bracket

C)02-56

The bottom right edge of Log F)02-48 must

sit snugly against the bracket and the front

edge of the rear burner.

Pins on Rear Log Support

9) Place Front Left Log G)02-44 onto the 2

Cutout

front pins as shown.

4) Place Front Right Log B)02-45 on the two

pins as shown.

7) Place the notch in Center Log E)02-47 over

Log B)02-45 and across the cutout on Log

A)02-43.

G)02-44

E)02-47

A)02-43

B)02-45

10) Place the embers and Rockwool on the

exposed front burner tray.

5) Place the Middle Left Log C)02-56 on the

two pins as shown.

Notch

Cutout

C)02-56

11) Test ﬁre to ensure proper light off (make

sure ﬂame ﬂows smoothly from one end

of burner to the other. If there is any ﬂame

hesitation,checkthatareaforanyblockage

of the burner port.

Logs D)02-46 and E)02-47 in position.

8) Position notch in Front Right Log F)02-48

on Log E)02-47 and push the bottom right

edge against the bracket on the burner tray

and the front edge of the rear burner.

12) Install ﬂush glass and optional bay glass

as per instructions in this manual.

F)02-48

A)02-43

Logs A)02-43, C)02-56,

and B)02-45 in position

D)02-46

C)02-56

B)02-45

E)02-47

B)02-45

G)02-44

Notch

Bracket

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FACEPLATE & TRIM

INSTALLATION

1) Lay the faceplate panels ﬂat, face down on

something soft so they don't scratch.

2) Takethetopfaceplateandaligntheholesin

itwiththeholesinthesidepanels. Usingthe

screws provided, attach from the top of the

panel (the holes in the top panel are slightly

larger than the holes in the side panel to

facilitate easier installation). Diagram 1.

Hint: Don't tighten the screws down com-

Diagram 4

Rear View: Trim Assembly

Diagram 2

the grey harness) and connect them with

the wire connectors from the fan speed

control.

6) ConnecttheON/OFFswitchwiresbytaking

theblackandredwireswiththefemaleends

and connect them to the ON/OFF switch.

7) Tuck the wires into the faceplate to keep

them away from the insert using the clip

provided. Attach the clip to the rear of the

faceplate to ensure that the wires do not

touch the side of the unit. Diagram 3.

Diagram 5

8) The power cord should be run behind the

FLUSH FRONT

INSTALLATION

faceplate panel.

Rear View: Faceplate Assembly

Diagram 1

Install Logs before going on to the next

step. See the Log Installation instruction

sheet or page 9.

pletely at this point, continue on with steps

3 and 4 and do a trial ﬁt to the unit. Make

any necessary adjustments and when it ﬁts

properly then tighten down the screws.

2) Install the bottom glass trim by hooking the

trim into the lip on the ﬁrebox base. The trim

will not ﬁt into place if the glass is installed

ﬁrst.

Hearth Trim Option: Hearth Trim is an

option that can be used to ﬁnish off the

installationwhenthebottomoftheﬁreplace

is higher than the hearth or to raise the ﬁre-

place.Attach the Hearth Trim to the bottom

ofthefaceplatesidepanelswiththescrews

provided. See Diagram 1.

Diagram 3

3) Using the connectors provided, join the left

side trim (with the ON/OFF switch) to the

top trim. Diagram 2. Connect the right side

trim to the top trim.

9) Attach the brass trim to the faceplate by

drillinga1/8"holethroughintothefaceplate

using the hole in the trim as a guide. Fasten

the trim to the faceplate panels using the

plated screws. Diagram 4.

4) Place the trim on the assembled faceplate

panels, aligning the wire connections from

the switches with the notch on the left side

panel.

10) Attach the faceplate panels to the insert

body using the 4 remaining black screws.

Diagram 5.

5) Connect the fan switch wires by taking the

11) Push the Regency logo plate into the two

holes in the bottom left corner of the face-

plate.

black and red wires with the male ends (in

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3) Place the bottom of the ﬂush glass behind

the bottom glass trim.

BAY FRONT

BAY LOUVERS

INSTALLATION

1) Install top louver by sliding the two bracket

clips into the brackets located on top of the

baydoor.Seebelow.Theﬁttedlouverleaves

a small gap between faceplate bottom and

louver top.

4) Secure the glass with the two glass clips at

the top corners of the glass. Secure glass

clips with the screws provided. Do not over

tighten as this could break the glass.

1) Place the bay door onto the 2 pins on the

top of the unit.

5) Slide in the top glass trim under the spring

clips.

2) Position 2 magnets on the back of each trim

piece close to the ends. Place the top and

bottom trim pieces on the bay front.

2) Install bottom louver by sliding the two

bracket clips into the brackets located

underneath the bay door and secure with

2 screws into the bracket on the bottom of

the Bay Front as per diagram above.

FLUSH LOUVERS

3) Install top and bottom louvers.

1) The Top Louver is held in place by friction

ﬁt, if the Louver needs to be adjusted; bend

the bracket out as shown in the diagram.

3) Slide the valve extension knobs onto the

valve knobs. match the correct ext. knob

with the valve knob.

Note: The top and bottom trim pieces are

different, check diagrams above and

below.

2) InstalltheSpringHingesontheleftandright

side of the bottom of the Firebox using 2

screws per hinge.

DOUBLE DOOR

SCREEN

1) Pull out the

top louver

and the top

glass trim.

3) PlacetheBottomLouvernearthehinge.Flip

hinge over the Bottom Louver and secure

using 3 screws.

2) Loosen the

screws so

the glass

clips can

be turned

aside and

the flush

glass re-

moved.

Hinge

Location

B o t t o m

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3) Open Bottom Louvers.

Insert Screen Door

hooks into the 4

slots between the

faceplate and the

ﬂush door.

4) Remove the bottom glass trim.

Discard both top & bottom glass trim.

5) Replace the glass and secure with the two

glassclips. Donotovertightenasthiscould

break the glass.

Slots

Make sure the glass is centered.

Side Hook

6) Insert side hooks on the double screen

door into the 4 slots between the faceplate

and the glass and lower assembly into the

locking position. Push down ﬁrmly with both

hands to lock into place.

Push Screen

Door down

ﬁrmly

to lock into

place.

WIRING DIAGRAM

This heater does not require a 120V A.C. sup-

ply for operation. In case of a power failure, the

burner switch and the optional remote control/

thermostat will continue to operate. 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.

CAUTION: Label all wires prior

to disconnection when servicing

controls. Wiring errors can cause

improper and dangerous opera-

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. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from

this plug.

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FULL SCREEN FRONT

1) Hold the full screen door up against the unit in order to make the

3) Completely secure the full screen door to the unit by securing 4

following wire connections.

screws to the Left and Right Side Trims.

Pull the ON/OFF connector wires from the ﬁrebox and connect them

to the switch.

Connect the fan switch wires with the wire connectors from the fan

speed control. Place clips over wires and tuck into side trim.

NOTE: When mounting the full screen door to the unit, the inside

ﬂange of the side trims are to ﬁt over the inner side of the unit ﬂange

and NOT next to the outer side of the unit ﬂange.

2) Lift unit up slightly and push down on the corners of the Bottom Trim

Bracket and slide under unit. Unit should touch tabs on Bottom Trim

Bracket.

Inside ﬂange of Side Trim goes over

the inner side of the unit ﬂange.

Push in Corners

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7) Install the Left and Right Side Screen Doors in the fully open position

4) Install Spring Hinges on the Left and Right Side of the bottom of the

by placing over top of the hinges on the full screen door.

ﬁrebox using 2 screws per hinge.

Hinge

5) Place Bottom Frame near hinge. Flip hinge over Bottom Frame and

secure with 3 screws.

Hinge Location

Screen Door

8) Close screen doors.

Bottom Frame

NOTE: If you ﬁnd that the doors do not align properly, adjust the

hinges on the door(s) by loosening them and adjust accordingly.

6) The Top Frame is held in place by friction ﬁt, if the frame needs to

be adjusted; bend the bracket accordingly.

Top Frame

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5) ConnecttheON/OFFswitchwires

by taking the black and red wires

with the blue female ends thru

theholeprovidedandconnecting

them to the ON/OFF switch.

HAMPTON CAST

FACEPLATE INSTALLATION

NOTE: Do not install Cast Faceplate when unit is installed

into a Zero Clearance Unit.

6) Connect the fan switch wires by

taking the black and red wires

with the male ends (in the grey

harness) thru the hole provided

and connect them with the wire

connectors from the fan speed

control.

1) Lay the faceplate panels ﬂat, face down on something soft so they

don't scratch.

2) Attach the side ﬁller brackets to the left and right sides using 3 screws

and washer per side.

7) Insert wires into the strain relief

and install into switch box as-

sembly.

NOTE: There are ﬁller brackets speciﬁcally for each side. The way

to differentiate this is that on the side of the brackets there are 2

mounting holes. The side where there is a 7/16" gap from the top

of the bracket to the mounting hole, must face the top.

8) Place the switch box assembly

over the boss on the rear left

side piece and secure with one

screw.

3) Attach the right and left cast sides to the top using 2 screws per

9) Tuck the wires into the faceplate to keep them away from the insert

using the clip provided. Attach the clip to the rear of the faceplate

to ensure that the wires do not touch the side of the unit.

side.

Switch Box Assembly

Boss on rear left side

piece.

Ensure that the

top and sides are

aligned.

10) The power cord should be run behind the

faceplate panel.

4) Use a measuring tape to ensure that the distance between the left

and right side pieces is 28" (711mm).

28"

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11) Mount the cast faceplate panels onto the insert body, sliding the

side ﬁller brackets into the space between the glass and the ﬁrebox.

Secure using the 4 remaining black screws, 2 per side.

HAMPTON CAST FACEPLATE

GRILL INSTALLATION

Before the grills are installed, a grill stop bracket needs to be put in

place.

Slide side ﬁller bracket

into gap between

glass and ﬁre box.

1) The U31 grill stop bracket is installed in the bottom left corner just

under the ﬁrebox with the screw supplied as shown below.

U31 Grill

Stop

Bracket

2) Place top grill into brackets located inside top of ﬁrebox as shown.

Bracket inside

top of ﬁrebox.

12) Install the glass trim by inserting the side hooks on the glass trim into

the 4 slots between the faceplate and the glass. Push the glass trim

down ﬁrmly with both hands to lock into place.

Bracket

Top Grill

Side Hook

Slots

Note: The top louver should be placed with

the curved cut-out facing up.

3) The bottom louver, shown in the diagram below, has 2 hinges that

are attached to the lip on bottom of the unit. Secure using 2 screws

per hinge.

13) To put on the Hampton logo, peel the sticker from the back of the

logo and place it centered on the bottom left hand corner of the

faceplate.

Left Hand

Side Faceplate

Hampton Logo

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EXCALIBUR SURROUND

INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT NOTE:

2) Align the cut-outs in the Blanking Plate with the pins located on the

insidetopoftheﬁrebox.SlidetheBlankingPlateintopositionensuring

it goes under the 2 ﬂanges.

When using the Surround, the unit must be set 1" further into the ﬁreplace

than the standard faceplate installation. See the diagrams below for the

correct minimum ﬁreplace opening requirements.

Flanges

Blanking Plate

29”

3) Hold the Faceplate Trim up against the unit in order to make the

following wire connections.

Pull the ON/OFF connector wires from the ﬁrebox and connect

them to the switch.

Connect the fan switch wires with the wire connectors from the fan

speed control. Place clips over wires and tuck into side trim.

1) Align the left side Faceplate Trim Bracket with the Firebox Flange

and secure using 2 screws as shown in diagram 1. Repeat for right

side.

ON/OFF

switch

Fan Speed

Switch

(Rear View)

wires to

ON/OFF

switch

wires to

Fan switch

connectors

for gas

connection

Self-adhesive

wire clip

Faceplate Trim

Bracket

Firebox

Flange

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4) Secure the Faceplate by sliding the slots in the Faceplate into the

ﬂanges on the left and right side Faceplate Trim Brackets. Once

the Faceplate is in place secure using 2 screws per side.

5) Place the bottom hooks of the Surround into the bottom slots of the

Faceplate. Slightly pull up the Surround and push the top hooks into

the top slots of the Faceplate. Push down to secure. Tug on the Sur-

round to ensure it is securely locked in place.

Faceplate

Backside of Sur-

round Shown

Hooks

Left Side

Faceplate Bracket

Trim Flange

Faceplate

Slots

Faceplate

Surround

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

DO NOT BURN THE APPLIANCE

WITH THE GLASS ASSEMBLY

REMOVED.

OPTIONAL WALL

THERMOSTAT

A wall thermostat may be installed if desired.

Connect the wires as per the wiring diagrams.

Note that the wires are connected to the "TH"

on the gas valve. Use table on page 14 to de-

termine the maximum wire length:

CAUTION

Do not connect the millivolt re-

mote control wires to

the 120V wires.

3) Install3AAAalkalinebatteriesintransmitter

and 4 AA alkaline batteries in the receiver.

Install the receiver and its cover in the wall.

Switch the remote receiver to "remote"

mode. The remote control is now ready for

operation.

Note:Preferableifthethermostatisinstalled

on an interior wall.

FPIoffersanoptionalprogrammablethermostat

but any 250-750 millivolt rated non-anticipator

typethermostatthatisCSA,ULCorULapproved

may be used.

FINAL CHECK

Before leaving this unit with the customer, the

installer must ensure that the appliance is ﬁring

correctly. This includes:

LIGHTING

CAUTION

PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: Gas cock knob cannot be

turned from "PILOT" to "OFF" unless it is

partially depressed.

Do not connect the millivolt

wall thermostat wires

to the 120V wires.

1) Clocking the appliance to ensure the cor-

rect ﬁring rate (rate noted on label) at 15

minutes.

2) If required, adjusting the primary air to

ensure that the ﬂame does not carbon.

First allow the unit to burn for 15 min. to

stabilize.

Thermostat Wire Table

Recommended Maximum Lead Length

(Two-Wire) When Using Wall

Thermostat (CP-2 System)

1) Open the bottom louver assembly

2) If the control knob is in the "OFF" position

proceed to Step 5.

CAUTION

Any alteration to the product that causes

sootingorcarboningthatresultsindamage

to the exterior facia is not the responsibility

Wire Size

Max. Length

3) Push in gas control knob slightly and turn

clockwise to "OFF". Knob cannot be turned

from"PILOT"to"OFF"unlessknobispushed

in slightly. Do not force.

14 GA.

50 Ft.

32 Ft.

20 Ft.

12 Ft.

9 Ft.

16 GA.

18 GA.

20 GA.

22 GA.

4) Wait ﬁveminutestoallowgas,thatmayhave

accumulated in the main burner compart-

ment, to escape. If you do smell gas, follow

theinstructionsonthefrontofthismanual. If

you don't smell gas continue on to the next

step.

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

Before operating this appliance, proceed

through the following check list.

1) Read and understand these Instructions

5) Turn the gas control counter clockwise to

before operating this appliance.

"PILOT".

2) Check to see that all wiring is correct and

6) Push in control knob all the way and hold in.

Continually push and release the black but-

tononsparkigniteruntilpilotlights.Continue

toholdthecontrolknobinfor approximately

one minute, then release the gas control

knob. The pilot ﬂame should continue to

burn. If the pilot does not remain lit, repeat

operation allowing a longer period before

releasing gas control knob.

enclosed to prevent possible shock.

OPTIONAL REMOTE

CONTROL

Use the FPI Remote Control Kit approved for

this unit. Use of other systems may void your

warranty.

3) Check to ensure there are no gas leaks.

4) Make sure the glass door is in place. Never

operate the appliance with the door glass

removed.

5) Verify that all venting and the cap is unob-

structed.

7) Turn gas control knob counter clockwise to

The remote control kit comes with a hand held

transmitter, a receiver and a wall mounting

plate.

"ON".

6) Verify log placement. If the pilot cannot be

seen when lighting the unit - the logs or the

embers have been incorrectly positioned.

8) Use the rocker switch to operate main

burner.

1) Choose a convenient location on the wall

to install the receiver and the receptacle

box (protection from extreme heat is very

important). Run wires from the ﬁreplace to

that location, use Thermostat Wire Table.

7) The unit should never be turned off and on

again without a minimum of a 60 second

wait.

9) Rotate the variable ﬂame control to adjust

the ﬂame height higher or lower.

10) Close the bottom louver assembly.

8) When lighting the appliance, the inside of

the glass may fog up. This will burn off after

a few minutes of operation.

2) Connect the wires as per the wiring diagram

above.

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SHUTDOWN

PROCEDURE

COPY OF LIGHTING INSTRUCTION PLATE

1) Use the rocker switch to turn off the

FORYOURSAFETYREADBEFORELIGHTING

main burner.

This appliance must be installed in accordance with local codes, if any; if none, follow the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI

Z223.1/NFPA 54, or Natural Gas and Propane Installations Codes, CSA B149.1. (Australia: AG 601/ New Zealand: NZS 5261)

2) Open the bottom louver assembly.

WARNING:Ifyoudonotfollowtheseinstructionsexactly, afireorexplosionmayresultcausingproperty

damage, personal injury or loss of life. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or

maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to the owner’s information manual provided

with this appliance. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency

or gas supplier.

3) Push in the gas control knob slightly

and turn clockwise to "OFF". Do not

force.

A) This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted

by hand, following the instructions below

exactly.

a qualified service technician. Force or attempted

repair may result in a fire or explosion.

D) Do not use this appliance if any part has been

under water. Immediately call a qualified service

technician to inspect the appliance and to replace

any part of the control system and any gas control

which has been under water.

This appliance needs fresh air for safe operation and

must be installed so there are provisions for

adequate combustion and ventilation air.

4) Disconnect all electric power and

gas to the appliance if service is to

be performed.

B) BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance

area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor

because some gas is heavier than air and will

settle on the floor.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

FIRST FIRE

Do not try to light any appliance.

Do not touch any electric switch, do not use any

phone in your building.

The ﬁrst ﬁre in your stove is part of the

paint curing process. To ensure that the

paintisproperlycured,itisrecommended

that you burn your ﬁreplace for at least

four(4)hourstheﬁrsttimeyouuseitwith

the fan on. When ﬁrst operated, the unit

willreleaseanodourcausedbythecuring

of the paint, the burning off of any oils

remaining from manufacturing. Smoke

detectors in the house may go off at this

time. Open a few windows to ventilate

the room for a couple of hours.

CAUTION: Hot while in operation. Do not touch.

Severe Burns may result. Due to high surface

temperatureskeepchildren,clothingandfurniture,

Immediately call your gas supplier from

neighbors phone. Follow the gas supplier’s

instructions.

If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the gasolineandotherliquidshavingflammablevapors

fire department.

away.Keepburnerandcontrolcompartmentclean.

See installation and operating instructions

accompanyingappliance.

C) Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas

control knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not

push in or turn by hand, do not try to repair it, call

LIGHTINGINSTRUCTIONS

STOP! Read the safety information above on this

label.

1) Push in gas control knob slightly and turn

Release knob and it will pop back up. Pilot should

remain lit. If it goes out, repeat steps 3) and 4). If

knob does not pop up when released, stop and

immediately call your service technician or gas

supplier. If the pilot will not stay lit after several

tries, turn the gas control knob to “OFF” and call

your service technician or gas supplier.

clockwise

to “OFF”. Knob cannot be turned

from “PILOT” to “OFF” unless knob is pushed in

slightly. Do not force.

The glass panel may require cleaning

after the unit has cooled down.

2) Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. If you

then smell gas STOP! follow “B” in the safety

information above on this label. If you do not

smell gas, go to the next step.

5) Turn gas control knob counterclockwise

“ON”.

6) Use rocker switch to operate main burner.

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE

GLASS WHILE IT IS HOT.

3) Turn knob on gas control counterclockwise

to “PILOT”

Note: When the glass is cold and

the appliance is lit, it may

cause condensation and fog

the glass. This condensation

is normal and will disappear

in a few minutes as the glass

heats up.

4) Push in control knob all the way and hold in.

Immediately push black button on spark igniter

until pilot lights. Continue to hold the control

knob in for about 1/2 minute after the pilot is lit.

TO TURN OFF GAS APPLIANCE

1) Push in the gas control knob slightly and turn

2) Turn off all electric power to the appliance if

clockwise

to “OFF”. Do not force.

service is to be performed.

You may shut off the pilot during prolonged non use periods to conserve fuel.

DO NOT BURN THE APPLI-

ANCE WITHOUT THE GLASS

FRONT IN PLACE.

908 401b

DO NOT REMOVE THIS INSTRUCTION PLATE

AUTOMATIC

CONVECTION

FAN OPERATION

NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS OF

GAS APPLIANCES

It is possible that you will hear some sounds

fromyourgasappliance.Thisisperfectlynormal

due to the fact that there are various gauges

and types of steel used within your appliance.

Listedbelowaresomeexamples.Allarenormal

operating sounds and should not be consid-

ered as defects in your appliance.

when ON. This sound will increase or decrease

in volume depending on the speed setting of

your fan speed control.

The fan operates automatically, turn the knob

on the side of the faceplate to adjust to the

desired speed. The fan will turn on as the stove

comes up to operating temperature. After the

unit has been turned off and the unit cooled to

below a useful heat output range the fan will

shut off automatically.

Burner Tray:

The burner tray is positioned directly under the

burner tube(s) and logs and is made of a differ-

ent gauge material from the rest of the ﬁrebox

and body. Therefore, the varying thicknesses of

steelwillexpandandcontractatslightlydifferent

rates which can cause "ticking" and "cracking"

sounds. You should also be aware that as there

Blower:

FPI gas appliances use high tech blowers to

push heated air farther into the room. It is not

unusual for the fan to make a "whirring" sound

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are temperature changes within the unit these

sounds will likely re-occur. Again, this is normal

for steel ﬁreboxes.

Incorrectﬂamepatternwillhavesmall,prob-

ably yellow ﬂames, not coming into proper

contact with the rear burner or thermopile.

5) Keep the area near the appliance clear and

free from combustible materials, gasoline

and other ﬂammable vapours and liquids.

Blower Thermodisc:

WARNING: CHILDREN AND

ADULTS SHOULD BE ALERTED

TO THE HAZARDS OF HIGH

SURFACE TEMPERATURE AND

SHOULD STAY AWAY TO AVOID

BURNS OR CLOTHING IGNITION.

YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE

CAREFULLYSUPERVISEDWHEN

THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM

AS THE APPLIANCE.

When this thermally activated switch turns ON

it will create a small "clicking" sound. This is the

switch contacts closing and is normal.

Pilot Flame:

While the pilot ﬂame is on it can make a very

slight "whisper" sound.

Gas Control Valve:

As the gas control valve turns ON and OFF, a

dullclickingsoundmaybeaudible,thisisnormal

operation of a gas regulator or valve.

CAUTION: ANYSAFETYSCREEN

ORGUARDREMOVEDFORSERV-

ICING AN APPLIANCE MUST BE

REPLACED PRIOR TO OPERAT-

ING THE APPLIANCE.

Unit Body/Firebox:

Different types and thicknesses of steel will

expand and contract at different rates resulting

in some "cracking" and "ticking" sounds will be

heard throughout the cycling process.

Top View of pilot ﬂame

If you have an incorrect ﬂame pattern,

contact your FPI dealer for further instruc-

tions.

CLOTHING OR OTHER FLAM-

MABLE MATERIAL SHOULD NOT

BE PLACED ON OR NEAR THE

APPLIANCE.

MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

1) Always turn the gas valve to off before

cleaning. For relighting, refer to lighting

instructions. Keep the burner and control

compartment clean by brushing and vacu-

uming at least once a year.

GOLD-PLATED TRIM

The 24 carat gold plated ﬁnish on the trim

requires little maintenance, and need only be

cleanedwithadampcloth.DONOTuseabrasive

materials or chemical cleaners, as they may

harm the ﬁnish and void the warranty.

6) Each time the appliance is lit, it may cause

condensation and fog the glass. This

condensation and fog is normal and will

disappear in a few minutes as the glass

heats up.

When cleaning the logs, use a clean soft

paintbrushasthelogsarefragileandeasily

damaged.

Cleananyﬁngerprintsoff beforeturningthe

unit on. If the top louvers start to discolour,

check the door gasket seal and replace if

necessary.

Never operate the appliance without the

glass properly secured in place, with

broken glass or with the door open.

2) Clean (never when unit is hot) appliance,

door and louvers with a damp cloth. Never

use an abrasive cleaner. The gold louvers

(and optional gold door) may be scratched

if abrasives are used to clean them.

The heater is ﬁnished in a heat resistant

paint and should only be reﬁnished with

heat resistant paint (not with wall paint).

FPI uses StoveBrite Paint - Metallic Black

#6309.

7) Verify proper operation after servicing.

LOG REPLACEMENT

8) Periodically check the pilot ﬂames, there

should be three strong blue ﬂames approx.

3/4" long - 1 ﬂame to the front burner, and

1 to the thermopile and one to the left. See

diagrams below.

The unit should never be used with broken logs.

Turn off the gas valve and allow the unit to cool

before opening door to carefully remove the

logs. The pilot light generates enough heat to

burn someone. If for any reason a log should

need replacement, you must use the proper

replacement log. The position of these logs

must be as shown in the diagram under Log

Installation.

Correct ﬂame pattern has two strong blue

ﬂames:1ﬂowingaroundthethermopileand

1 reaching towards the rear burner (it does

not have to be touching the burner).

3) Make a periodic check of burner for proper

position and condition. Visually check the

ﬂameoftheburnerperiodically,makingsure

the ﬂames are steady; not lifting or ﬂoating.

If there is a problem, call a qualiﬁed service

person.

NOTE: Improper positioning of logs may

create carbon build-up and will alter

the unit’s performance which is not

covered under warranty.

4) The appliance and venting system must be

inspected before use, and at least annually,

byaqualiﬁedﬁeldserviceperson,toensure

that the ﬂow of combustion and ventilation

air is not obstructed.

GLASS GASKET

If the glass gasket requires replacement use

7/8" ﬂat glass gasket (Part # 936-243) for the

Bay Front and for the Flush Front.

During the annual service call, the burners

should be removed from the burner tray

and cleaned. Replace the embers but do

not block the pilot.

Top View of pilot ﬂame

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MAINTENANCE

FAN MAINTENANCE

Ifyourfanrequiresmaintenanceorreplacement,

access to the fan is through the plate on the

rear wall of the ﬁrebox. NOTE: the unit MUST

NOT be operated without the fan access

panel securely in place.

DOOR GLASS

REPLACEMENT

YourFPIinsertissuppliedwithhightemperature,

5mmNeoceramceramicglassthatwillwithstand

the highest heat that your unit will produce. In

the event that you break your glass by impact,

purchase your replacement from an authorized

FPI dealer only, and follow our step-by-step

instructions for replacement.

CAUTION: Label all wires prior

to disconnection when servicing

controls. Wiring error can cause

improper and dangerous opera-

WARNING: do not operate appli-

ance with the glass front removed,

cracked or broken. Replacement

of the glass should be done by a

licensed or qualiﬁed service per-

son.

To remove fan:

1) Turn the unit off and allow it to cool to room

temperature.

2) Unplug or disconnect power source to

stove.

Bay Glass Removal

3) Remove glass front (see page 11).

4) Remove logs.

1) Remove the door from the unit and place

on a soft surface to prevent scratching.

2) Removethenutsholdingtheglassretainers

5) Remove brick panels.

in place.

6) Remove the Grate by removing the screws

3) Remove the glass retainers (sides, top and

on each side of the grate.

bottom).

4) Replace the glass. The glass must have

gasketing around it.

5) Reverse the previous steps, replace the

retainers and fasten with the nuts but do not

over tighten, as this can break the glass.

10) Unplug the black wires from the fan motor

(from inside the stove).

11) LiftFanAssemblyoffofthe2pins,tipforward

6) Replace door on the stove and check the

and pull through ﬁrebox opening.

Remove the 2 screws holding the

grate in position.

seal.

12) Disconnect green wire from power cord.

7) Remove the Burner Tray by removing the

screws on each side of the tray. Push the

tray to the left and lift up.

Replacing fan:

Reverseabovesteps.Hintforpushingfandown

ontopins-rubabitofdishsoaponthegrommet

so it will slide more easily onto the pin. Check

to make sure the fan is seated properly on the

pins, this is very important- try to move the

fan back and forth, there should be no noise,

if there is check that the grommets haven't

come loose.

When replacing the BurnerTray, slide the aera-

tion adjustment rod through the opening in the

front of the Valve Assembly.

Remove the 2 screws,

push Burner Tray to the left, and lift off.

8) Remove the 11 screws holding the Access

Flush Glass Replacement

Panel in place.

Slideoldglassoutofthesideframesandreplace

with new glass.

9) Remove the Fan Air Duct by removing 4

screws, 2 per side.

Aeration Adjustment Rod

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PARTS LIST

Main Assembly

Part #

Description

Part #

Description

1) 400-011

Fan Opening Cover

400-945

402-901

402-902

402-903

402-904

33) *

Brick Panel Set - Standard

Brick Panel Set - Standard Brown

Brick Panel Set - Standard Red

Brick Panel Set - Herringbone Brown

Brick Panel Set - Herringbone Red

Brick Panel - Back

400-515/P

2) 910-331/P

5) 910-750

910-752

Fan Assembly (120 V)

Fan Motor (120 V)

Power Cord (120 V)

Wire Harness (intermediate)

34) *

Brick Panel - Left Side

Thermodisc cover

Thermodisc bracket

Thermodisc-Fan Auto ON/OFF

Drafthood Assembly

Spill Switch Bracket

Spill Switch

Levelling Bolts 5/16 x 3 Hex Head

Cable Tie

Wire Holder Clip

Strain Relief

Grommet for Power Cord

Air Channel

35) *

36) 400-090

Brick Panel - Right Side

Brick Clips

8) 910-142

10) 400-540

11) *

78) 410-920

Zero Clearance Ashlip

12) 910-220

13) *

410-905

402-969

908-785

Zero Clearance Kit

Conversion to LP Kit

Manual

16) *

17) *

18) *

*Not available as a replacement part.

19) *

20) 400-024

21) 402-922

402-920

Flush Louvers (Set) - Gold/Black

Flush Louvers (Set) - Black

Flush Louvers (Set) - Steel/Black

402-924

25) 400-992

400-990

Bay Louvers (Set) - Gold/Black

Bay Louvers (Set) - Black

Bay Louvers (Set) - Steel/Black

400-993

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Burner Assembly & Log Set

Part #

Description

402-560/P

402-562/P

Valve Assembly - NG

Valve Assembly - LP

Robertshaw Valve -Nat. Gas

Robershaw Valve - LP

Piezo Ignitor and nut

Valve Heat Shield

Fibre Washer

52) 910-028

910-029

53) 910-190

54)

55) 904-702

56)

Pilot Bracket

57) 904-240

904-593

Burner Oriﬁce Nat. Gas #37

Burner Oriﬁce Nat. Gas #40 (High Altitude)

Burner Oriﬁce LP # 52

Burner Oriﬁce Nat. Gas #53 (High Altitude)

Grate Assembly

904-390

904-345

60) 402-526

62) 402-512

63) 910-034

Burner Assembly NG/LP

Pilot Assembly (NG) - 3 ﬂame

convertible top

910-035

Pilot Assemby (LP) -

3 ﬂame convertible top

Burner Shroud Cover

Firebox Base

65)

67)

68)

Valve Tray

69) 402-935

402-572

Log Set

Ember Package

*Not available as a replacement part.

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Bay & Flush Front Assembly

Part #

Description

Part #

Description

Bay Door

Flush Door

400-988

Bay Door c/w Black Trims

Glass Retainer Side

Glass Retainer Front

Side Glass

402-515/P

Complete Flush Front

Door Frame Gasket - 7/8"

Glass Side Trim

102)

103)

150) 936-243

153)

154)

106) 940-315/P

107) 936-243

108) 940-314/P

110) 902-183

402-905

Flush Glass

Gasket - Adhesive Backing

Center Glass

155) 402-046

156) 936-238

Glass Support Trim - Black

Flush Glass Gasket

Screw #10-24 x 1/2"

Flush Glass Bracket

3/4" Rope Gasket

Bay Brick Panel - Standard

Bay Brick Panel - Standard Brown

Bay Brick Panel - Standard Red

Door Trim

157)

158) 402-033

159) 936-233

402-906

111)

112) 904-196

1" Round Magnet

402-943

171) 512-546

173) 430-133

Complete Double Screen Door

Door Latch

Handle

910-424

910-426

Extension Knob - Pilot ON/OFF

Extension Knob - Flame HI/LOW

*Not available as a replacement part.

402-956

402-958

Gold Trim Bay Front

Steel Trim Bay Front

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Faceplate Assembly

Part #

Description

402-919

Complete Faceplate (Set) with Black Trim - Oversize

41) *

Faceplate Side Right - Oversize

Faceplate Top - Oversize

42) *

43) *

Faceplate Side Left Assy-Oversize

Trims Pkg. - Oversize, Zero Clearance

Faceplate Trim Right - Oversize

Faceplate Trim Top - Oversize

Faceplate Trim Left Assy - Oversize

402-534

44) *

45) *

46) *

400-917

Complete Custom Faceplate (Set)

Faceplate Side Right - Custom

Faceplate Top - Custom

71) *

72) *

73) *

Faceplate Side Left - Custom

412-906

Complete Faceplate (Set) with Black Trim - Zero Clearance

Faceplate Side Right - Zero Clearance

Faceplate Top - Zero Clearance

81) *

82) *

83) *

Faceplate Side Left Assy-Zero Clearance

Trims Pkg. - Zero Clearance

402-534

85) 836-203

Thermal Insulation - Top

400-939

89) *

90) *

Valve Access Faceplate

Faceplate Side Left Assy

Cover Plate - Valve Access

402-918

91) *

Complete Faceplate (Set) with Black Trim - Standard

Faceplate Side Right - Standard

Faceplate Top - Standard

92) *

93) *

Faceplate Side Left Assy - Standard

Trims Pkg. - Standard

402-532

94) *

Faceplate Trim Right - Standard

Faceplate Trim Top - Standard

Faceplate Trim Left Assy - Standard

95) *

96) *

402-950

Faceplate Trim (Set) - Standard - Brass

402-933

141) *

Molded Faceplate Complete (Set)

Faceplate Side Right - Molded

Faceplate Top - Molded

Faceplate Side Left Assy -Molded

Mounting Bracket - Right

Filler Bracket

Mounting Bracket - Left

Screw - #8 x 3/4" Pan Head

142) *

143) *

144) 402-044

145) 402-045

146) 402-043

147) *

400-950

320-940

Hearth Trim 1" - Standard

Hearth Trim 1" - Oversize

Hearth Trim 2" - Standard

Hearth Trim 2" - Oversize

Hearth Trim 4" - Standard

Hearth Trim 4" - Oversize

Hearth Trim 6" - Standard

Hearth Trim 6" - Oversize

400-926

320-942

180) 400-928

181) 320-944

400-959

320-946

184) 410-525/01 Hearth Trim 4" - Zero Clearance

185) 904-569

186) 904-586

187) 910-246

188) 910-330

190) *

Fan Speed Control Knob (120 V)

Speed Control Knob c/w Spring Clip

Burner ON/OFF Switch

Fan Speed Control (120 V)

Screw #8 x 1/2" Black self-tapping

Screw #8 x 1/2" Brass self-tapping

Hampton Logo Plate

191) *

199) 948-220

*Not available as a replacement part.

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HAMPTON CAST FACEPLATE ASSEMBLY

Part #

Description

402-971**

Cast Faceplates (Set)

187) 910-246

188) 910-330

189) 904-733

Burner On/Off Switch

Fan Speed Control (120 V)

Knob - Black Cast Surround

201) *

202) *

203) *

205) *

194) *

Cast Faceplate - Right

Cast Faceplate - Top

Cast Faceplate - Left

Flush Glass Frame

Mounting Flange

207) 402-981** Cast Grill (Set) - Top & Bottom

*Not available as a replacement part.

** Last digit of part number represents colour:

1=Black Metallic, 5=Enamel Brown, 6=Enamel Black

202

187

189

188

194

203

194

201

207

195

205

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WARRANTY

FPI Fireplace Products are designed with reliability and simplicity in mind. In addition, our internal Quality Assurance Team carefully inspects each unit thoroughly

before it leaves our facility. FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd. is pleased to extend this limited lifetime warranty to the original purchaser of a FPI Product.

This warranty is not transferable.

The Warranty: Limited Lifetime

The combustion chamber, heat exchanger, burner tubes/pans, logs, brick panels and gold plating (against defective manufacture only) are covered under the Limited Lifetime

Warranty for ﬁve (5) years for parts and subsidized labour* and parts only thereafter.

Glass is covered for lifetime against thermal breakage only, parts and subsidized labour* for ﬁve (5) years and parts only thereafter from date of purchase.

External casting, surrounds and grills are covered against cracks and warps resulting from manufacturer defects, parts and subsidized labour* for three (3) years from the date

of purchase and parts only thereafter.

Special Finishes - One year on brushed nickel and antique copper full screens and doors. You can expect some changes in color as the product "ages" with constant heating

and cooling. FPI warranties the product for any manufacturing defects on the original product. However, the manufacturers warranty does not cover changing colors and marks,

ie. ﬁnger prints, etc applied after the purchase of the product. Damage from the use of abrasive cleaners is not covered by warranty.

Electrical and mechanical components such as blowers, switches, wiring, thermodiscs, FPI remote controls, spill switches, thermopiles, thermocouples, pilot assembly compo-

nents, and gas valves are covered for one year parts and subsidized labour* from the date of purchase. Blowers and valves replaced under warranty are considered repairs and

continue as if new with appliance. ie. twelve (12) months from original purchase date of appliance with a minimum of three (3) months coverage from date of replacement.

FPI venting components are covered parts and subsidized labour* for three (3) years from date of purchase.

Simpson Dura-Vent venting components (Direct Vent units) are covered by Simpson Dura-Vent Inc. warranty.

Conditions:

Any part or parts of this unit which in our judgement show evidence of such defects will be repaired or replaced at FPI's option, through an accredited distributor or agent provided

that the defective part be returned to the distributor or agent Transportation Prepaid, if requested.

Porcelain/Enamel - Absolute perfection is either guaranteed nor commercially possible. Any chips must be reported and inspected by an authorized dealer within three days of

installation. Reported damage after this time will be subject to rejection.

It is the general practice of FPI to charge for larger, higher priced replacement parts and issue credit once the replaced component has been returned to FPI and evaluated

for manufacturer defect.

The authorized selling dealer is responsible for all in-ﬁeld service work carried out on your FPI product. FPI will not be liable for results or costs of workmanship from unauthor-

ized service persons or dealers.

At all times FPI reserves the right to inspect product in the ﬁeld which is claimed to be defective.

All claims must be submitted to FPI by authorized selling dealers. It is essential that all submitted claims provide all of the necessary information including customer name,

purchase date, serial #, type of unit, problem, and part or parts requested, without this information the warranty will be invalid.

Exclusions:

This limited Lifetime Warranty does not extend to or include paint, door or glass gasketing or trim.

At no time will FPI be liable for any consequential damages which exceed the purchase price of the unit. FPI has no obligation to enhance or modify any unit once manufactured.

ie. as products evolve, ﬁeld modiﬁcations or upgrades will not be performed.

FPI will not be liable for travel costs for service work.

Installation and environmental problems are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and therefore are not covered under the terms of this warranty policy.

Embers, rockwool, gaskets, door handles and paint are not covered under the terms of this warranty policy.

Any unit which shows signs of neglect or misuse is not covered under the terms of this warranty policy.

The warranty will not extend to any part which has been tampered with or altered in any way, or in our judgment has been subject to misuse, improper installation, negligence

or accident, spillage or downdrafts caused by environmental or geographical conditions, inadequate ventilation, excessive offsets, negative air pressure caused by mechanical

systems such as furnaces, fans, clothes dryer, etc.

Freight damage to stoves and replacement parts is not covered by warranty and is subject to a claim against the freight carrier by the dealer.

FPI will not be liable for acts of God, or acts of terrorism, which cause malfunction of the appliance.

Performance problems due to operator error will not be covered by this warranty policy.

Products made or provided by other manufacturers and used in conjunction with the operation of this appliance without prior authorization from FPI, may nullify your warranty

on this product.

Any alteration to the unit which causes sooting or carboning that results in damage to the interior / exterior facia is not the responsibility of FPI.

* Subsidy according to job scale as predetermined by FPI.

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FPI ﬁreplaces are designed with reliability and simplic-

ity in mind. In addition, our internal Quality Assurance

Team carefully inspects each unit thoroughly before it

leaves our door.

FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd. is pleased to

extend this Limited Lifetime Warranty to the original

purchaser of a FPI Product.

See the inside back cover for details.

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