Regency Energy U32-NG10 Owners & Installation Manual

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U32-10 Regency ® Direct Vent Gas Insert | 23|23operating instructionsAUTOMATICCONVECTION FANOPERATIONThe fan operates automatically, turn the knob onthe side of the faceplate to adjust to the desiredspeed. The fan will turn on as the stove comes upto operating temperature. After the unit has beenturned off and the unit cooled to below a usefulheat output range the fan will shut off automatically.During the first few fires, a white film may de-velop on the glass front as part of the curingprocess. The glass should be cleaned or thefilm will bake on and become very difficult toremove. Use a non-abrasive cleaner and NEVERclean the glass while it is hot.FIRST FIREThe first fire in your stove is part of the paint curingprocess. To ensure that the paint is properly cured,it is recommended that you burn your fireplace forat least four (4) hours the first time you use it withthe fan on. When first operated, the unit will releasean odour caused by the curing of the paint, theburning off of any oils remaining from manufacturing.Smoke detectors in the house may go off at thistime. Open a few windows to ventilate the room fora couple of hours.The glass panel may require cleaningafter the unit has cooled down. DO NOTATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE GLASSWHILE IT IS HOT.Note: When the glass is cold and the applianceis lit, it may cause condensation and fogthe glass. This condensation is normaland will disappear in a few minutes asthe glass heats up.DO NOT BURN THE APPLIANCE WITH-OUT THE GLASS FRONT IN PLACE.NORMAL OPERATINGSOUNDS OFGAS APPLIANCESIt is possible that you will hear some sounds fromyour gas appliance. This is perfectly normal due tothe fact that there are various gauges and typesof steel used within your appliance. Listed beloware some examples. All are normal operatingsounds and should not be considered as defectsin your appliance.Blower:Regency gas appliances use high tech blowersto push heated air farther into the room. It is notunusual for the fan to make a "whirring" soundwhen ON. This sound will increase or decreasein volume depending on the speed setting of yourfan speed control.Burner Tray:The burner tray is positioned directly under theburner tube(s) and logs and is made of a differentgauge material from the rest of the firebox andbody. Therefore, the varying thicknesses of steel willexpand and contract at slightly different rates whichcan cause "ticking" and "cracking" sounds. Youshould also be aware that as there are temperaturechanges within the unit these sounds will likelyre-occur. Again, this is normal for steel fireboxes.Blower Thermodisc:When this thermally activated switch turns ON it willcreate a small "clicking" sound. This is the switchcontacts 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, adull clicking sound may be audible, this is normaloperation of a gas regulator or valve.Unit Body/Firebox:Different types and thicknesses of steel will expandand contract at different rates resulting in some"cracking" and "ticking" sounds will be heardthroughout the cycling process.MAINTENANCEINSTRUCTIONS1) Always turn the gas valve to off before cleaning.For relighting, refer to lighting instructions. Keepthe burner and control compartment clean bybrushing and vacuuming at least once a year.When cleaning the logs, use a clean soft paintbrush as the logs are fragile and easily damaged.2) Never clean the unit when hot. Use a dampcloth to clean the appliance, door and louvers.Never use an abrasive cleaner as it may scratchthe finish.The heater is finished in a heat resistantpaint and should only be refinished with heatresistant paint (not with wall paint). Regencyuses StoveBrite Paint - Metallic Black #6309.3) Make a periodic check of burner for properposition and condition. Visually check the flameof the burner periodically, making sure the flamesare steady; not lifting or floating. If there is aproblem, call a qualified service person.4) The appliance and venting system must beinspected before use, and at least annually,by a qualified field service person, to ensurethat the flow of combustion and ventilation airis not obstructed.During the annual service call, the burnersshould be removed from the burner tray andcleaned. Replace the embers but do not blockthe pilot.5) Keep the area near the appliance clear andfree from combustible materials, gasoline andother flammable vapours and liquids.DO NOT BURN THE APPLIANCEWITHOUT THE GLASS FRONT INPLACE.OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS1) Read and understand these instructions beforeoperating this appliance.2) Check to see that all wiring is correct andenclosed to prevent possible shock.3) Check to ensure there are no gas leaks.4) Make sure the glass in the door frame is properlypositioned. Never operate the appliance withthe glass removed.5) Verify that the venting and cap are unobstructed.6) Ensure that the brick panels, if used, areinstalled.7) Verify log placement. If the pilot cannot beseen when lighting the unit, the logs have beenincorrectly positioned.8) The unit should never be turned off, and onagain without a minimum of a 60 second wait.9) Hook up remote receiver to wire marked 're-ceiver' which will be located on the bottom of theappliance. This remote control requires coding.See remote control instructions for details.NOTE: This appliance will operate during poweroutages. Only the fan will not operate untilpower is restored. If the remote batteries inboth the handheld transmitter or receiver losepower, the appliance can still be operated bysliding the switch on the receiver switch from"Remote" to "ON". To turn on the applianceoff slide the receiver switch from "ON" to"Remote" or "OFF".IMPORTANT: The remote control system suppliedwith this appliance has several options for start-ing/operating the appliance, please read theremote control operating instructions (packedwith remote control) to understand how to op-erate this remote system. Option to downloadremote functions video with QR code below.During the first few fires, a white filmmay develop on the glass front as part ofthe curing process. The glass should becleaned or the film will bake on and becomevery difficult to remove. Use a non-abrasivecleaner and NEVER clean the glass whileit is hot.Proflamevideo