Regency F3500, Owners & Installation Manual

Page 1: ... Freestanding Woodstove 08 03 16 Installer Please complete the details on the back cover and leave this manual with the homeowner Homeowner Please keep these instructions for future reference Owners Installation Manual Tested by www regency fire com French Manual Download http ow ly Zv1Hq Manuel en Français http ow ly Zv1Hq ...

Page 2: ...g instructions in this manual or if the catalytic element is deactivated or removed CAUTION BURN UNTREATED WOOD ONLY OTHER MATERIALS SUCH AS WOOD PRESERVATIVES METAL FOILS COAL PLASTIC GARBAGE SULPHUR OR OIL MAY DAMAGE THE CATALYST This heater is designed to burn natural wood only Higher efficiencies and lower emissions generally result when burning air dried seasoned hardwoods as compared to soft...

Page 3: ...ation 15 Optional outside air kit 16 Listed Components For Mobile Home Installation 17 Stainless steel smoke deflector Installation replacement 18 Brick Installation 19 Removable door handle 20 Fan Installation 21 Seasoned Firewood 22 Operating Instructions 23 Draft Control 23 First Fire 23 Fan Operation 24 Ash Disposal 24 Safety Guidelines and Warnings 24 Maintenance 26 Creosote 26 Door Catch Adj...

Page 4: ...ETTE APPAREILLE A BOIS CONTIENT UNE CHAMBRE DE COMBUSTION CATALYTIQUE QUI A BESOIN D INSPECTION ET DE REMPLACEMENT PÉRIODI QUEMENT POUR LE FONCTIONNEMENT APPROPRIE CONSULTER LE MANUEL D INSTALLATION PUR DE PLUS AMPLES INFORMATION II EST CONTRE LA LOI D AC TIONNEUR CETTE APPAREILLE A BOIS EN QUELQUE SORTE CON TRADICTOIRE AVE LES CONSIGNES D UTILISATION DU MANUEL OU SI L ÉLÉMENT CATALYTIQUE EST ENLÈ...

Page 5: ...F3500 Regency Freestanding Woodstove 5 DIMENSIONS dimensions UNIT DIMENSIONS 12 7 8 23 26 8 7 8 15 1 16 36 32 7 8 24 7 16 30 1 4 22 225mm 660mm 584mm 559mm 621mm 768mm 914mm 865mm 6 Flue Collar ...

Page 6: ...ured to the floor by using the bolt down holes inside the pedestal the same ones used in Mobile Home installations 11 For residential installations 6 single wall OK double wall chimney the chimney connector must be at least 24 gauge steel Do not use galvanized pipe For Mobile Home installation refertotheMobileHomeinstallationinstructions within this manual 12 DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIM NEY...

Page 7: ...ides of the rear heat shield See Diagrams 2 3 Rear Heat Deflector Assembly for F3500 The rear heat deflector is supplied with the stove and must be installed unless the optional airmate has been selected It stops the heat radiated from the flue collar from overheating the rear wall The rear heat deflector is installed on top of the rear heat shield as shown in Diagram 4 Side Shield Adjustment The ...

Page 8: ...rmateor RearDeflector A B C D E F 11 279mm 9 1 2 241mm 8 203mm 24 610mm 16 406mm 20 1 2 521mm Mobile Home Close Clearance To be installed with required pipe components Listed Double Wall Pipe When the stove is installed as a close clearance residential unit a listed double wall connector is required from the stove collar to the ceiling level Refer to Mobile Home Installation in this manual F3500 w...

Page 9: ...iling support package or wall pass through and T section package firestops where needed insulation shield roof flashing chimney cap etc Maintain proper clearance to the structure as recommended by the manufacturer The chimney must be the required height above the roof or other obstructions for safety and proper draft operation Minimum vertical of 36 before any offset Horizontal Maximum of 36 with ...

Page 10: ...er may be used when relin ing the masonry chimney Do not increase decrease size of the liner as this could result in poor performance over firing and or dangerous operating conditions which may void your warranty Do not use or add a pipe damper as this will result in poor performance over firing and or dangerous operating condi tions which may void your warranty This appliance already has a bypass...

Page 11: ...mbustibles Masonry chimney Chimney Flue Minimum chimney clearance to brick and combustibles 2 in 50 8mm Minimum clearance 12 in 304 8mm of brick Chimney connector Fire clay liner Starting with a minimum 24 gage 024 61 mm 6 152 4 mm metal chimney connector and a minimum 24 gage ventilated wall thimble which has two air channels of 1 25 4 mm each construct a wall pass through There shall be a minimu...

Page 12: ...withhorizontalventing non combustiblefloor protection must beneath the flue pipe and extend 2 51mm beyond each side Minimum Overall Width X of Floor Protector for all installations Stove F3500 42 1067 mm NOTE In Canada floor protection must extend 18 450mm to the front and 8 203mm to each side and back of the stove Minimum Overall Depth Y of Floor Protector Unit Residential Close Clearance Mobile ...

Page 13: ...hed cut and frame the roof hole It is recommended that no ceiling support member be cut for chimney and support box installation If it is necessary to cut them the members must be made structurally sound 2 Install radiant shield and support from above 3 Stack the insulated pipe onto your finish sup port to a minimum height of 3 feet above the roof penetration or 2 feet above any point within 10 fe...

Page 14: ...dition at sea level 9 ft Recommended Flue Height Elevation Example a Example b 0 18 21 1000 18 72 21 84 2000 19 44 22 68 5000 21 60 25 20 8000 23 76 27 72 MINIMUM RECOMMENDED FLUE HEIGHTS IN FEET Measured from the top of the unit ELEVATION FT ABOVE SEA LEVEL NUMBER OF ELBOWS For listed double wall pipe 0 2 x 15o 2 x 30o 2 x 45o 0 1000 12 0 13 0 15 0 16 0 1000 2000 12 5 13 5 15 5 16 5 2000 3000 13 ...

Page 15: ...exit for a height up to 7ft 2130mm 6 The chimney shall be attached directly to the room heater and shall extend at least 3 ft 914mm above the part of the roof through whichitpasses Thetopofthechimneyshould project at least 2ft 610mm above the high est elevation of any part of the Mobile Home within 10 ft 3048mm of the chimney 7 The chimney system shall comply with Local Requirements 8 Any openings...

Page 16: ... fresh air into the pedestal area by using a minimum 4 duct pipe with a mesh grill at the outside termination Outside Air Through Pedestal Rear Remove the blanking plate from the rear of the pedestal and bend the two tabs out 90 degrees Pipe fresh air into the pedestal area by using a minimum 4 metallic duct pipe with a mesh grill at the outside termination Fasten the pipe to the cover plate using...

Page 17: ... Part Description 1 6DWBK Connector 1 6TGRS Roof Support 1 6TGG36 Chimney Length 1 6TGG12 Chimney Length 1 6TGF Flashing 1 6TGC Rain Cap AMERI TEC HS Qty Part Description 1 6DCC Connector 1 6HSRS 12 Roof Support 6PLRS 12 BK 1 6F Flashing 1 6HS 36 Chimney Length 1 6HS 18 Chimney Length 1 6HS RCS Rain Cap 6PL MPC SIMPSON DURA PLUS Qty Part Description 1 6DVL8693 Connector Kit 1 6DP MH9096 Mobile Hom...

Page 18: ...out Install new defector and hand tighten bolts Ensure positive location of the deflector prior to hand tightening WARNING Operation of the unit with out proper installation of smoke deflector will void warranty Smoke deflector installed with 2 bolts Note This is a view from inside the firebox looking out Ensure defector is seated so bolts are situated at the top of the keyhole before tightening H...

Page 19: ...bricks Size 1 4 1 2 x 9 2 4 x 9 3 3 1 2 x 4 1 2 4 1 3 4 x 4 1 2 5 4 1 2 x 7 5 8 6 1 3 4 x 9 CHK PROCESS SCALE DWN BLANK SIZE SIGN C N DATE THIS DRAWING IS THE PROPERTY OF FPI LTD IT MAY NOT BE COPIED IN WHOLE OR IN PART OR DISCLOSED TO A THIRD PARTY WITHOUT OUR PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT CURRENT REVISION PREVIOUS REVISION PART MAT L ANGULAR INSIDE BEND RADII UNITS IN INCHES DIMENSIONS TOLERANCES UNLESS...

Page 20: ...se The cool to touch door handle is designed to be inserted from the bot tom up and slide off when not held in place Once in position the door can be opened After use store the door handle on the storage hook located on the left side of the faceplate Handle Hook WARNING FAILURE TO USE REMOVABLE HANDLE AS PER INSTRUCTIONS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS BURNS ...

Page 21: ...ff continuously the thermo switch sensor is not making contact with the stove body Remove the fan bend the bracket closer to the stove and re install the fan MANUAL To manually operate the fan system push the bottom switch to MAN and the top switch to either HIGH or LOW This will bypass the sensing device and allow full control of the fan Switching from AUTO to MAN or HIGH to LOW may be done anyti...

Page 22: ...poplar aspen that is cut split and stacked properly in the early spring maybe be ready for burning in the fall Extremely hard woods like oak and maple and large pieces of firewood may take a minimum of a full year to dry enough Drying may also take longer in damp climates There are a few ways to tell if wood is dry enough to burn efficiently Use as many indicators as possible to judge the dryness ...

Page 23: ...imum setting and only after the metal has been warmed Left Open Right Closed Back Closed Front Open Primary Air Damper Catalyst Bypass Control DRAFT CONTROL Both the primary and air wash drafts are controlled by the control slide located on the front left side of theunit whenfacingtheunit Toincreaseyourdraft slide to the left to open and to decrease slide to the right closed The F3500 unit has a s...

Page 24: ...vent smoke spillage as this may set off a false alarm 5 Do not overfire heater If the chimney connector flue baffle or the stove top begin to glow you are over firing Stop adding fuel and close the draft control Over firing can cause extensive damage to your stove including warping and premature steel corrosion Over firing will void your warranty 6 Do not permit creosote or soot build up in the ch...

Page 25: ... any warped stove parts as well Plugging Creosote Burning wet pitchy woods or burning large loads of small diameter wood with the combustor in the operating position without light off ever occurring Burn dried seasoned wood Make sure combustor has light off before closing the bypass damper It may be possible to burn off the soot or creosote accumulation by putting the combustor in a partially open...

Page 26: ...imney sweeps twice a year during the first year of use and at least once a year thereafter or when a significant layer of creosote has accumulated 3 mm 1 8 or more it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire DOOR GASKET If the door gasket requires replacement 5 8 diameter material must be used Regency uses a gasket rope 5 8 MediumDensity Part 846 530 A proper high temperature gasket ...

Page 27: ...ngth of your heating season and how often you use your stove Proper maintenance will increase the combustor s effectiveness and prevent many problems Inspect your combustor before each heating season and during the season if your stove s performance seems to change This catalytic heater is equipped with a temperature probe to monitor catalyst operation Properly functioning combustors typically mai...

Page 28: ...gh the door TO REPLACE THE COMBUSTOR First clean the combustor area and the area around the by pass use a vacuum cleaner Lift the new combustor into position with the stainless flanges on each end facing forward The combustor should slide easily into position you may need to pinch down the top center with your finger to start gently push as far to the back of the stove as possible Replace the flam...

Page 29: ...plete assembly with care Lift lid on bypass door assembly to reveal gasket 3 Remove loosen the 3 rear bolts then remove 3 front bolts Support from the front and slide forward to remove Bypass Door Assembly Important Bypass door is very heavy 18 lbs use caution when servicing 5 Reverse steps to reinstall ensure the pass rod is seated with the channel on the pass door Unit viewed as transparent to f...

Page 30: ...will compress Removal of a shim shown in the diagram below will allow the catch to be moved closer to the door frame creating a tighter seal To remove a shim loosen the 2 bolts to create clearance behind catch Place a screwdriver in the slot of the shim and slide out Retighten bolts Note Keep the shims they may be required in the future when the gasket is replaced 3 To reinstall or replace first s...

Page 31: ...if required Paper Test Test the seal on the loading door with a paper bill Place a paper bill in the gasket area of the door on a cold stove Close the door Try to remove the paper by pulling The paper should not pull out easily if it does try adjusting the door latch if that doesn t solve the problem replace the door gasket Check and lubricate door hinge latch Use only high temperature anti seize ...

Page 32: ...910 142 Fan Thermodisc 042 035 Flame shield and mixer 815 557 Rear Deflector 042 017 Gasket Firebox Floor 948 223 Regency Logo Plate Part Description 8 051 018 Handle holder 9 042 520 Cast door assembly 5 051 530 Catalytic Combustor Assembly not shown 033 953 Airtube 1 x 23 long 10 904 245 10 16 x 1 2 SDS HEX HD 11 904 530 Screw 1 4 20 x 1 2 LG 12 042 532 Pedestal assembly 13 051 067 Thermometer 9...

Page 33: ...3 4 x 9 042 960 Brick Set Complete TOLERANCES UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED PROJECTION 3RD ANGLE FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL 6 3 4 5 1 2 6 802 146 1 1 750 x 9 000 BRICK 5 802 165 1 7 375 x 4 500 CUT BRICK 4 802 128 1 1 875 x 4 500 BRICK 3 802 147 1 3 500 x 4 500 BRICK 2 802 104 1 4 000 x 9 000 BRICK 1 902 111 15 9 000 x 4 500 STANDARD BRICK ITEM NO PART NUMBER QTY DESCRIPTION ...

Page 34: ... cast handle assembly 4 940 416 P Door glass 5 943 243 7 8 flat window gasket per 5ft required 6 042 020 5 8 Gasket Retainer Part Description 7 846 530 5 8 Medium Door gasket kit 8 042 021 Gasket bracket 9 904 513 Hex bolt 1 4 20 x 3 4 LG 10 904 525 Washer 1 4 split lock 11 904 149 SMS 8 18 x 3 8 LG 12 904 146 Screw 10 x 1 2 self tap pan hd philips 13 904 015 1 4 20 x 1 2 pan hd phil 14 948 155 Hi...

Page 35: ...F3500 Regency Freestanding Woodstove 35 NOTES notes ...

Page 36: ...irebox surrounds doors panels etc 3 All Electrical Blower wiring switches etc 2 Glass Crazing 1 Catalyst Assembly 6 Years Prorated 3 Venting Chimney 1 Screens 1 Conditions Warranty protects against defect in manufacture or FPI factory assembled components only unless herein specified otherwise Any part s found to be defective during the warranty period as outlined above will be repaired or replace...

Page 37: ...f cuts treated or painted lumber metal or foil plastics garbage solvents cardboard coal or coal products oil based products waxed cartons compressed pre manufactured logs lack of regular maintenance and upkeep acts of God weather related problems from hurricanes tornados earthquakes floods lightning strikes bolts or acts of terrorism or war which result in malfunction of the appliance are not cove...

Page 38: ...u This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Residents of New Jersey are governed by that state s consumer protection laws For Canadian Consumers Residents of Quebec are governed by that province s consumer protection legislation Instructions To obtain warranty service please contact your authorized selling dealer If your authoriz...

Page 39: ...below in order for us to serve you better Warranty Registration Form or Register online immediately at the above Web Site Warranty Details Serial Number required Purchase Date required mm dd yyyy Product Details Product Model required Dealer Details Dealer Name required Dealer Address Dealer Phone Installer Date Installed mm dd yyyy Your Contact Details required Name Address Phone Email For purcha...

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Page 41: ...id catalytic converter must be returned to Applied Ceramics 3 The Versagrid Catalytic Converter must not have been mechanically abused nor must the wrong fuels have been used in the appliance If after three years the Versagrid Catalytic Converter fails to function the Prorated Warranty will allow replacement at the follow ing special price schedule Year 4 90 Year 5 100 Year 6 110 Year 7 current re...

Page 42: ...nverter must be returned to the authorized Regency Dealer 3 The Versagrid Catalytic Converter must not have been mechanically abused nor must the wrong fuels have been used in the appliance 4 All claims must be accompanied by clear photos of the catalyst showing all damage and also showing existing internal venting from the stove If after three years the Versagrid Catalytic Converter fails to func...

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