FPI Gas Insert U35-LP1 Owners & Installation Manual

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Summary of Gas Insert U35-LP1

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    Fpi fireplace products international ltd. 6988 venture st., delta, bc canada, v4g 1h4 918-528a warning: improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury, property damage, or loss of life. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional information consult an ...

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    2 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert fpi gas fireplace insert to the new owner congratulations! You are the owner of a state-of-the-art gas insert by fpi. The u35 gas insert has been designed to provide you with all the warmth and charm of a fi replace, at the fl ick of a switch. The u35-ng1 and u35-lp1...

  • Page 3: Table of Contents

    3 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert table of contents fpi gas fireplace insert operating instructions first fire ......................................................................20 operating instructions .................................................20 lighting procedure ..........................

  • Page 4: Safety Label

    4 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert safety label this is a copy of the labels that accompany each u35 gas insert. We have printed a copy of the contents here for your review. The safety label is located on a plate inside the base of the unit visible when the bottom louver is opened. Note: fpi units are...

  • Page 5: Requirements

    5 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert 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 r...

  • Page 6: Installation

    6 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert important message the fpi gas insert must be installed in accordance with these instructions. Carefully read all the instructions in this manual fi rst. Consult the building authority having jurisdiction to determine the need for a permit prior to starting the instal...

  • Page 7: Installation

    7 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert 9) final check: before leaving this unit with the customer, the installer must ensure that the appliance is fi ring correctly. This includes: a) clocking the appliance to ensure the correct fi ring rate. B) adjusting the primary air, if required, to ensure that the f...

  • Page 8: Installation

    8 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert minimum clearances to combustibles from unit sides a 8" / 203 mm ceiling b 34" / 834 mm from standard surround 31-1/8" x 44-1/8" (791mm x 1121mm) sides d 1-15/16" / 49 mm ceiling e 28-7/8" / 733 mm max. Mantel depth g 12" / 305 mm min. Alcove width k 48" / 1220 mm ma...

  • Page 9: Installation

    9 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert gas connection gas connection warning: only persons licensed to work with gas piping may make the necessary gas connections to this appliance. 1) if the appliance is to be installed into an existing chimney system, thoroughly clean the masonry or factory built fi rep...

  • Page 10: Installation

    10 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert optional brick panel 1) unwrap the brick pattern panels from the protective wrapping. 2) remove the glass front if it is already installed (see manual). 3) put the rear brick panel fl at against the back of the unit. 4) before installing the side brick panels, loose...

  • Page 11: Installation

    11 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert rear view: trim assembly diagram 2 rear view: faceplate assembly diagram 1 faceplate & trim installation 1) lay the faceplate panels fl at, face down on something soft so they don't scratch. 2) take the top faceplate and align the holes in it with the holes in the s...

  • Page 12: Installation

    12 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert diagram 4 diagram 5 diagram 3 installation 9) attach the brass trim to the faceplate by drilling a 1/8" hole through into the faceplate using the hole in the trim as a guide. Fasten the trim to the faceplate panels using the plated screws. Diagram 4. 10) attach the ...

  • Page 13: Installation

    13 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert installation bay louvers 1) install top louver by sliding the two bracket clips into the brackets located on top of the bay door. See below. The fi tted louver leaves a small gap between faceplate bottom and louver top. Diagram 4 optional bay door the bay louvers mu...

  • Page 14: Installation

    14 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert the kensington front installation installation important: please use the gloves provided when handling the kensington front to avoid fi ngerprints. 3) slide the tabs on the blanking plate into the slots located on front and secure using 2 screws. Kensington front bl...

  • Page 15: Installation

    15 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert the kensington front installation 3-panel door installation: 2-panel door installation: sub-frame 1) install the sub-frame by hooking the top fl ange onto the top of the glass door and swing the sub-frame towards the unit. Pull out the hooks which already secure the...

  • Page 16: Installation

    16 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert full screen doors installation 1) hold the full screen faceplate up against the unit in order to make the following wire connections. Pull the on/off connector wires thru the box and connect them to the switch. Connect the fan switch wires with the wire connectors f...

  • Page 17: Installation

    17 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert installation 6) place bottom frame near hinge. Flip hinge over bottom frame and secure with 3 screws each. Bottom frame hinge location 5) install spring hinges to the left and right side of the bottom of the fi rebox using 2 screws per hinge. 7) install the left and...

  • Page 18: Installation

    18 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert wiring diagrams installation caution: label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. This heater does not require a 120v a.C. Supply for operation. However, a 120v a.C. Power supply is needed...

  • Page 19: Installation

    19 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert use the fpi remote control kit approved for this unit. Use of other systems may void your warranty. The remote control kit comes with a hand held transmitter, a receiver and a wall mounting plate. 1) choose a convenient location on the wall to install the receiver a...

  • Page 20: Operating Instructions

    20 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert operating instructions important: gas on/off knob cannot be turned from "pilot" to "off" unless it is partially depressed. 1) turn burner off using "on/off" switch. 2) turn gas control knob so indicator points to "off" position and allow 5 minutes for any gas in the...

  • Page 21: Operating Instructions

    21 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert operating instructions copy of lighting instruction plate automatic convection fan operation 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 temperatur...

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    22 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert maintenance general vent maintenance conduct an inspection of the venting system semi-annually. Recommended areas to inspect as follows: 1) check the venting system for corrosion in areas that are exposed to the elements. These will appear as rust spots or streaks, ...

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    23 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert burner/rear log support assembly: after removing the screws slide to the left to remove the assembly from the fi rebox base. Left side burner bracket burner ori fi ce lift burner/rear log support assembly up and away from the burner ori fi ce. Maintenance 2) unplug ...

  • Page 24: Maintenance

    24 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert removing valve 1) shut off the gas supply. 2) remove the louvers (and bay door if it is on). 3) open the fl ush door and remove the door. 4) remove the logs and brick panels if installed. 5) straighten the adjustment wire under the fi rebox base. 7) lift the burner/...

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    25 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert maintenance installing valve 1) attach the valve to the valve bracket with the 4 (m5x8 metric) screws provided. 2) reconnect the "gas out" fl are fi tting with an 11/16" wrench. 3) reconnect the "gas out" fl are nut with a 13/16" wrench. 4) install piezo ignitor pus...

  • Page 26: Parts List

    26 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert parts list 1) 320-009 fan access plate 2) 320-079 gasket - fan access plate 320-517/p fan assembly 120 v 3) 910-331/p fan motor 120 v 5) 910-750 power cord 910-752 wire harness (faceplate) 7) 910-142 fan auto on/off thermodisc 8) * thermodisc bracket 9) 320-070 fan ...

  • Page 27: Parts List

    27 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert parts list burner & log assembly part # description 52) 320-078 gasket - valve tray 54) 910-421 pilot on/off 3" extension knob (with bay front) 55) 910-422 flame hi/low 3" extension knob (with bay front) 320-563/p valve assembly - ng 320-564/p valve assembly - lp 56...

  • Page 28: Parts List

    28 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert 108 bay fr o n t 102 107 106 111 107 106 102 102 107 102 102 102 102 102 102 102 102 102 102 102 112 112 110 107 137 135 139 137 137 137 flu sh fr o n t 131 sc r een d o o r 173 175 174 174 173 112 149 112 flush door and bay front assembly part # description part # ...

  • Page 29: Parts List

    29 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert parts list faceplates, trims, and hearths part # description part # description 320-917 complete custom faceplate (set) 71) * faceplate side right - custom 72) * faceplate top - custom 73) * faceplate side left - custom 320-948 faceplates and trim (complete) with bl...

  • Page 30: Notes

    30 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert notes ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ...

  • Page 31: Warranty

    31 u35 fpi direct vent gas insert warranty regency 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 ...

  • Page 32: Fpi

    Installer: please complete the following information dealer name & address: ______________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ installer: ___________________________________________________________ phone #: _____________________________...