Mendota FV-41 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual Download Page 1

85-03-01103-G 

FV41 ARCH 

 

Installation and Operating Instructions 

MODEL NO. AA-11-03057 FV41 ARCH FULLVIEW DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE HEATER 

 

 

WARNING:

 If the information in these instructions 

is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may 

result causing property damage, personal injury or 

loss of life. 

 

AVERTISSEMENT

. Assurez-vous de bien suivre les 

instructions données dans cette notice pour réduire au 

minimum le risque d'incendie ou d'explosion ou pour 

éviter tout dommage matériel, toute blessure ou la mort. 

- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable 

vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other 

appliance. 

- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS 

Do not try to light any appliance. 

Do not touch any electrical switch; do not 

use any phone in your building. 

Immediately call your gas supplier from a 

neighbor’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. 

Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d'essence ni d'autres vapeurs 

ou liquids inflammables dans le voisinage de cet appareil 

ou de tout autre appareil.  

- QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ:  

• Ne pas tenter d'allumer d'appareil. 

 

• Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur. Ne pas vous servir des 

téléphones se trouvant dans le bâtiment où vous trouvez.  

• Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de gaz depuis 

un voisin. Suivez les instructions du fournisseur.  

• Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de gaz, 

appelez le service des incendies.  

- L'installation et l'entretien doivent être assurés par un 

installateur ou un service d'entretien qualifié ou par le 

fournisseur de gaz.  

 

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, 

permanently located, manufactured home (USA 

only) or mobile home, where not prohibited by local 

codes. 

This appliance is only for use with the type of gas 

indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not 

convertible for use with other gasses, unless a 

certified kit is used. 

 Cet appareil peut être installé dans une maison 

préfabriquée (É.-

U. seulement) ou mobile déjà installée à 

demeure si les règlements locaux le permettent.  

Cet appareil doit être utilisé uniquement avec les types de 

gaz indiqués sur la plaque signalétique. Une trousse de 

conversion est fournie avec cet appareil. 

A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from 

the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance 

and must be installed. 

 Une barrière conçue pour réduire le risque de brûlures 

du verre chaud est fournie avec cet appareil et doit être 

installée. 

Summary of Contents for FV-41

Page 1: ...AIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ Ne pas tenter d allumer d appareil Ne touchez aucun interrupteur Ne pas vous servir des t l phones se trouvant dans le b timent o vous trouvez Appelez imm diatemen...

Page 2: ...85 03 01103 FV41 ARCH Page 2 HOMEOWNER NOTES...

Page 3: ...been completed all smoking will have stopped Some slight odors may remain With subsequent use of this Fireplace odors will slowly dissipate and disappear ODOR RISKS If this appliance is not operated f...

Page 4: ...1 Paint Types Approved for Use 30 3 2 2 5 2 Sealants Type Approved for Use 30 3 2 2 5 3 Wood Application Cautions 30 3 2 5 3 1 Mendota Cool Wall 35 3 2 5 3 2 Versiheat 36 3 2 5 3 3 FlexHeat 37 3 3 EL...

Page 5: ...HOW TO CHANGE FROM CELSIUS TO FAHRENHEIT 77 5 8 FIRST TIME LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 78 5 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 78 5 10 TO TURN OFF GAS TO FIREPLACE 78 5 11 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 79 6 1 REQUIRED...

Page 6: ...uthorities for details on installation requirements The Mendota Fireplace must be vented to the outside in accordance with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code In the absence of local code...

Page 7: ...t du panneau un technicien agr WARNING Mendota gas fireplaces are heat producing appliances Do not burn wood paper or other materials in this fireplace This fireplace is designed as a supplemental hea...

Page 8: ...f all obstacles and materials for servicing and proper operation Use only Mendota approved Screens Fronts and Trim Kits Due to high temperature the fireplace should be located out of traffic areas and...

Page 9: ...replace heater is not for use with air filters Foyer au gaz vacuation Ne pas utiliser avec du combustible solide Keep burner and control compartment clean See installation and operating instructions a...

Page 10: ...e Building Code 3 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...

Page 11: ...y or the gas supplier Any adjustments to burner pilot logs or coal bed must be made by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier If pilot goes out always wait 5 minutes before attemptin...

Page 12: ...hours When odors have diminished leave the fireplace turned on and continue to Step 3 Step 3 Final Curing Cycle With the fireplace still turned on from Step 2 Set the Fan Speed Control to the lowest...

Page 13: ...red Selecting Appliance Location When selecting a location for your appliance it is important to consider the required clearances to walls WARNING FIRE RISK ODOR RISK Install appliance on metal or woo...

Page 14: ...103 FV41 ARCH Page 14 Listing Label The listing label is in the air gap below the Fireplace It is secured to a chain and left loosely in the air gap and can be pulled out to be viewed Figure 3 1 Listi...

Page 15: ...are attached to this appliance body and door glass as required per code to inform you of important facts Make certain you heed all the warning and caution statements during installation and maintenanc...

Page 16: ...85 03 01103 FV41 ARCH Page 16 Figure 3 10 Figure 3 9...

Page 17: ...eries Always use the same brand and series components throughout the entire vent system MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION UNIT TO FLOOR 0in 0mm INNER GUIDE EDGE TO ADJACENT SIDEWALL 16in...

Page 18: ...face temperatures that are too hot to touch This level of surface temperature is considered normal and does not indicate any hazardous situation Hearth Pad Temperatures New hearth protection pads inst...

Page 19: ...ireplace is raised off the floor more than 6 No hearth protection pad is required CAUTION The distance from floor level to the centerline of the vent cap is given based on Simpson Duravent GS componen...

Page 20: ...R CONTROL FRONT BURNER AIR SHUTTER CONTROL EXAUST DAMPER ADJUSTMENT FRAMING ATTACH BRACKETS GAS SUPPLY INLET 1 2 M NMP 110 VAC INLET LIFTING HANDLE HEAT TRANSFER DUCTS CONNECTION PORTS 5 X 8 COAXIAL V...

Page 21: ...l are provided The lifting handles make it easy for two individuals to lift and transport this Fireplace WARNING The lifting handles are designed only for lifting and moving the fireplace short distan...

Page 22: ...uilding These instructions are not substitutes for the requirements of local building codes Local building codes MUST be adhered to Chases should be constructed in the manner of all outside walls of t...

Page 23: ...85 03 01103 FV41 ARCH Page 23 Clearance from Appliance Side Walls 0 CLEARANCE FROM TOP STANDOFFS 1 2 CLEARANCE FROM BACK 1 2 CLEARANCE FROM SIDES...

Page 24: ...combustible surface being protected The bottom and top edges of the cavity between the metal shield and the combustible surface must be left open The steel shield must be a minimum of 12 larger in eac...

Page 25: ...ances required to combustibles may cause spontaneous combustion of the mantel and may result in a fire causing property damage personal injury or loss of life NOTE For mantels that protrude more than...

Page 26: ...replace Mendota disclaims any and all liability for any damage to finishing materials including warping discoloring cracking peeling or flaking This also includes any off gassing or unpleasant smells...

Page 27: ...n the front being installed If the guides that come on the fireplace are used the dimension A from the bottom of the fireplace to the bottom guide is 1 1 2 Other guide kits that are required for insta...

Page 28: ...any and all liability for any damage to finishing materials including warping discoloring cracking peeling or flaking This also includes any off gassing or unpleasant smells from materials when they...

Page 29: ...amic or porcelain tiles as facing materials around a Mendota fireplace is approved If selecting a mosaic tile where tiles are held together with a webbing ensure the webbing is a non combustible mater...

Page 30: ...emission of chemicals with unwanted smells Suitable Paints and Sealant Materials 3 2 2 5 1 Paint Types Approved for Use Industrial Acrylic Paints Alkyd based Paints When selecting paint for applicati...

Page 31: ...uld be permanently left in place GRACE WILLOWBROOK MISSION FRONT GUIDE OPTIONS This fireplace comes with guides to ensure finish materials do not encroach into the convection air area of the fireplace...

Page 32: ...d Mount Guide Kit from the pricing sheet This option allows the front to mount with any finish material The front will fit inside the guides Allowing the front to be recessed into the wall If you are...

Page 33: ...aximum operation temperatures Mendota Hearth will not be held liable for any adverse effects on a television or other products located near to a Mendota Hearth fireplace The drawings below show recomm...

Page 34: ...om the fireplace and redirect it to another area When used correctly these heat transfer systems can make it possible to mount a television above the fireplace without installing a mantel or creating...

Page 35: ...FF key Release the MODE key Press the MODE key once to highlight the convection fan function 4 While still holding the ON OFF key press the DOWN ARROW key The display will change from Set to Clr to in...

Page 36: ...for mounting a television the Versiheat system must always be on when the fireplace is in operation Because the Versiheat system must be running to reduce temperatures the fireplace cannot be operated...

Page 37: ...e the fireplace for mounting a television the FlexHeat system must always be on when the fireplace is in operation Because the FLexHeat system must be running to reduce temperatures the fireplace cann...

Page 38: ...his gas appliance and vent system must be vented directly to the outside of the building and never attached to a chimney serving another solid fuel or gas burning appliance Each direct vent gas applia...

Page 39: ...36 VENT STACK 5 48 VENT STACK 6 90 GALVANIZED ELBOW 6a 45 GALVANIZED ELBOW 7 ADJUSTABLE WALL THIMBLE 8 ATTIC INSULATION SHIELD 12 9 ROOF FLASHING 0 12 TO 6 12 10 ROOF FLASHING 7 12 TO 12 12 11 STORM...

Page 40: ...CAL TERMINATION VERTICAL RISE DUAL 90 ELBOWS HORIZONTAL TERMINATION VERTICAL RISE TRIPLE 90 ELBOWS HORIZONTAL TERMINATION VERTICAL RISE TRIPLE 90 ELBOWS VERTICAL TERMINATION THREE HORIZONTAL DISCHARGE...

Page 41: ...ical air supply inlet to building or the combustion air inlet to any other appliance 12 inches 30 cm minimum D Vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal from the center line o...

Page 42: ...recirculation of exhaust gases from one cap to another The galvanized steel barrier shall be 6 taller than the highest point of the vent caps and shall be 3 wider past the outer edges of the vent caps...

Page 43: ...o this Fireplace follow these steps 1 Remove the junction box cover plate secured with two screws route the 3wire end of house power wire cable through the strain relief in the cover plate 2 Strip the...

Page 44: ...ates are supplied and are White and Beige in color If the home d cor requires a different color other than the two supplied colors obtain one from a local hardware store Make certain that the cover yo...

Page 45: ...eplacement wires must have the same type and size of insulation as the original This appliance must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local cod...

Page 46: ...ITY OF CONTAMINANTS ENTERING THE GAS TRAIN ADHERE STRICTLY TO LOCAL AND NATIONAL CODES Gas Supply Line Sizing This Mendota Gas Fireplace comes equipped with a 1 2 N P T Female inlet Gas supply piping...

Page 47: ...y piping system by closing its equipment shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psi 3 5 kPa Drip Leg Recommended It is r...

Page 48: ...Figure 3 35 EMERGENCY GAS SHUTOFF Gas Inlet Fittings Information Caution Before you run the gas line read understand and properly calculate the required gas line size Improper too small gas line size...

Page 49: ...700 Btu LPG Input Rate Verification Verify main orifice size The main orifice body has the orifice hole size stamped on it LPG orifice size shall be 54 rear burner and 54 front burner for all elevati...

Page 50: ...lled by a Mendota approved serviceperson in accordance with instructions All joints are secured twist locked and leak proof Horizontal or vertical vent cap is installed right side up and tightly seale...

Page 51: ...d Fireplace To remove the outer box identify and remove four Philips head drywall screws that secure a cardboard L pincher at the bottom of each corner of the box Lift the outer box vertically straigh...

Page 52: ...Installation Required Light Lens Assembly Packet HA 58 04608 Light Lens Lens Retainer Bracket w gasket four 10 24 Nuts Lens base gasket Installation Required Owner s Manual Must Leave with Homeowner...

Page 53: ...up or removing them will be necessary for Fireplace units which are to be installed in narrow width or shallow depth openings To bend the clips up or to break them off follow these procedures 1 Insert...

Page 54: ...ay from unit Door is now free from unit NOTE Always check glass gasket condition and gasket seal any time the glass door is removed and when reinstalling glass door 4 8 TO REPLACE DOOR 1 Line up the t...

Page 55: ...otective foam wrap supplied with the light bulb or a pair of clean cloth or neoprene gloves to handle the light bulb Touching the light bulb will leave oils and dirt on the lens and will cause prematu...

Page 56: ...licable codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly a fire explosion or production of carbon monoxide may result causin...

Page 57: ...ber gasket is pre fitted as part of assembly E 5 See Figure 4 13 3 and Figure 4 13 4 Install the new stepper motor pressure regulator assemble Use the provided screws F M4 x 0 7 threaded length of thr...

Page 58: ...d base Rotate counter clock wise turn to loosen DO NOT REMOVE THE PILOT HOOD ONLY LOOSEN 13 Pilot arrives from the factory set for NG Push NG LP adjustment clip inward all the way to set it for LP If...

Page 59: ...nt system must be leak proof WARNING Do not proceed with operation of this fireplace unless burner cycles on off without delays Pilot Flame and Burner Relationship Verification Prior to completing the...

Page 60: ...st be vented to the outside in accordance with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code In the absence of local codes the installation must conform with National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA...

Page 61: ...e is 4 feet or longer Three 900 elbows may be installed anywhere within the 20 feet horizontal run No reduction in horizontal is required for the 900 elbows used High Altitude Installation Information...

Page 62: ...s apply a You must use the Master Flue Venting Chart See Zone A below the 4 vertical run line b A single 90 vertical to horizontal elbow is already calculated into the allowable maximum 20 horizontal...

Page 63: ...netrate the exterior wall 3 Cut and frame a 10 3 4 wide x 10 3 4 high opening in the wall for use with a wall thimble required The hole must be positioned so the vent system will run level or have a r...

Page 64: ...2 Locate where vent pipe will pass through any ceilings and will penetrate the outside wall Since vent pipe sections overlap we suggest pre assembling and measuring the total vent pipe run so you can...

Page 65: ...85 03 01103 FV41 ARCH Page 65 NOTE DO NOT SEPARATE TELESCOPING SECTIONS THEY MUST BE USED AS COMPLETE ASSEMBLIES...

Page 66: ...Maintain 1 airspace clearances to combustibles 2 above horizontal runs Cut a 10 x 10 or larger opening in the roof centered in the small drilled hole placed in the roof in No 1 Make the opening large...

Page 67: ...85 03 01103 FV41 ARCH Page 67 FEET MAXIMUM...

Page 68: ...Four 900 elbows The use of Four 900 elbows must meet some minimum prerequisites Prerequisite 1 The vent system must terminate vertically using a vertical vent cap Prerequisite 2 There must be a minimu...

Page 69: ...vection air cavity and note the Damper Position Indicator Hook glass latch tool in the hole at the end of the damper rod pull outward about 1 8 and turn clockwise to close the vent damper release The...

Page 70: ...checked All lighting and log installation instructions were followed Burners lights immediately and flame runs promptly around rear burner and lights entire burner Note Do not proceed with operation...

Page 71: ...e rear burner shutter 1 After fireplace has warmed up if flame is too blue close air shutter in small 1 8 increments until flame turns desired realistic yellow Use glass latch tool to hook end and sli...

Page 72: ...box lining options and external decorative options Visit www mendotahearth com and your local Mendota dealer s show room to view all options available 5 2 HEATING PERFORMANCE Mendota s high heat outpu...

Page 73: ...mergency toggle the master switch to off to turn off the main burners To synchronize the fireplace and remote control follow the steps below 1 Toggle the master switch to on toggle forward 2 Locate sy...

Page 74: ...room or if the remote batteries are very weak b Normal Thermostat On In this mode the fireplace will turn itself on and off depending on the temperature you set When you set the fireplace thermostat...

Page 75: ...ning Smart Thermostat a If the thermostat icon displays as OFF Manual the fireplace will ignite and start on Hi b If the thermostat icon displays as ON Normal Thermostat the fireplace will only ignite...

Page 76: ...an speed can be adjusted through six speeds and off To activate this function press the Mode button until it displays the fan icon Use the up down arrow button to turn on off or adjust the fan speed O...

Page 77: ...e either CPI or IPI displayed on the screen Press the Up arrow button to set CPI mode and press the DOWN arrow button to set IPI mode Once set to the desired setting press ON OFF button to activate th...

Page 78: ...light The burner will initially light to full flame Adjust it to an appealing setting with the remote See Remote Operating Instructions in Operating Instructions Manual Warning If the pilot fails to...

Page 79: ...your gas supplier call the fire department for assistance Where can I find the model and serial numbers When requesting service you will be asked to provide the model number and serial number to your...

Page 80: ...Clean all lint and dust build up around the control Inspect the condition of any wiring under the burner for melting or damage 2 Clean pilot light flame sensor rod and sparker rod using emery cloth V...

Page 81: ...d under warranty What should I do if my fireplace is sooting Sooting is caused by improper installation or air shutter operation However some small areas of soot deposits on log surfaces are deemed ac...

Page 82: ...f you see set the thermostat button is now enabled 5 If you see clear the thermostat button is disabled 6 Repeat this procedure if you did not see set or clear to add remove the thermostat option Why...

Page 83: ...d be cleaned periodically Exterior glass surface may be cleaned with cleaner as desired To clean Interior glass surface remove glass frame assembly See 4 7 To Remove Door Use Kel Kem polish plus part...

Page 84: ...ds which can damage the burner materials and the ceramic glass Use of unpurified gas will void the warranty for this product 6 5 IGNITION SYSTEM LOCKOUT MODE AND RE LIGHTING If ignition system goes in...

Page 85: ...sing from inside the firebox It is secured to the outer wall of the box with two screws Access to the ignition control module is available through the inspection panel First remove the inspection pane...

Page 86: ...PART NO DESCRIPTION 3 1 65 02 00134 GASKET BLOWER COVER FV41 ARCH 4 3 50 06 00130 SPACER FOR GROMMET 5 3 50 06 00129 GROMMET RUBBER 6 3 50 03 00067 NUT 10 24 KEPS ZINC PLATED 7 3 50 01 00156 HHSMS 8...

Page 87: ...Assembly 4 2 65 14 00042 ORIFICE 42 22 197 BTU NAT 5 1 05 02 00344 885 PROFLAME SIT VALVE 6 1 05 02 00396 Solenoid PROFLAME SPLIT FLOW VALVE 7 1 60 01 00018 NIPPLE 3 8 NPT X 1 5 LONG 0 493 ID BLACK 8...

Page 88: ...ure 6 6 Accent Light Bulb Lens Installation Figure 6 7 Accent Light Lens Installation HA 77 00357 HA 88 00168 HA 58 04606 10 11 00020 10 11 00025 LIGHT COVER CLIP LENS RETAINER BRACKET WITH GASKET ACC...

Page 89: ...e on the gasket should contact the glass surface Use tracer lines in gasket to determine where the glass should sit on the gasket surface 4 Place glass and gasket assembly in glass frame and carefully...

Page 90: ...urner flames are stable and are not lifting off burner Inform owner that an initial curing step is required Read and follow Mendota Fireplace and Insert Curing Instructions found on unit and in owner...

Page 91: ...al breakage only STD Stainless Steel Burner Tubes Ceramic Burners STD All Castings EXT STD Valve Assembly and all gas control components Pilot Assembly Flame Sensor Spark Electrode Pilot Tubing Orific...

Page 92: ...d to be defective prior to processing or authorizing of any claim Failure to allow this upon request will void the warranty All warranty claims must be submitted by the dealer servicing the claim incl...

Page 93: ...covered under the terms of this warranty 14 Freight damages for products or parts are not covered under the terms of the warranty 15 Products made or provided by other manufacturers and used in conjun...

Page 94: ...egister with Mendota to qualify for the Lifetime Limited Warranty within 30 days Product registration will activate your Lifetime Limited Warranty Owners should complete the forms available at mendota...

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Page 96: ...Johnson Gas Appliance Company 520 E Avenue NW Cedar Rapids Iowa 52405 Mendota Warranty Registration...

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