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4.10

 

N

ATURAL 

G

AS TO 

LPG

 

C

ONVERSION

 ........................ 56

 

4.11

 

V

ENTING

 ........................................................... 60

 

4.12

 

L

OG 

S

ET

/

 

M

EDIA 

I

NSTALLATION

 .............................. 69

 

4.13

 

L

IGHTING 

C

HECKLIST

 ............................................ 70

 

4.14

 

A

IR 

S

HUTTER 

C

ONTROL AND 

F

LAME 

A

PPEARANCE

 ....... 71

 

5.1

 

A

ESTHETIC 

C

ONSIDERATIONS

 .................................. 72

 

5.2

 

H

EATING 

P

ERFORMANCE

 ....................................... 72

 

5.3

 

IMPORTANT 

I

NFORMATION FOR HOMEOWNER

 ............ 72

 

5.4

 

OPERATING

 

INFORMATION .............................. 73

 

5.5

 

R

EMOTE 

C

ONTROL 

O

PERATING 

I

NSTRUCTIONS

 ........... 75

 

5.6

 

IPI

 AND 

CPI

 

M

ODES

 ............................................ 77

 

5.7

 

H

OW TO CHANGE FROM 

C

ELSIUS TO 

F

AHRENHEIT

? ...... 77

 

5.8

 

F

IRST 

T

IME 

L

IGHTING 

I

NSTRUCTIONS

 ........................ 78

 

5.9

 

O

PERATING 

I

NSTRUCTIONS

 .................................... 78

 

5.10

 

T

O 

T

URN 

O

FF 

G

AS TO 

F

IREPLACE

 ............................ 78

 

5.11

 

FREQUENTLY

 

ASKED

 

QUESTIONS ..................... 79

 

6.1

 

R

EQUIRED 

P

ERIODIC 

I

NSPECTIONS

 ........................... 83

 

6.2

 

C

LEANING 

V

IEWING 

G

LASS

 .................................... 83

 

6.3

 

R

EQUIRED 

A

NNUAL 

M

AINTENANCE

 ......................... 83

 

6.4

 

O

VER 

F

IRING OR 

U

NDER 

F

IRING OF 

B

URNER

 .............. 84

 

6.5

 

P

ILOT 

O

UTAGE AND 

R

E

-L

IGHTING

 ........................... 84

 

6.6

 

B

URNER 

F

LAME 

H

EIGHTS 

R

EFERENCE 

D

IAGRAM

 ......... 84

 

6.7

 

REPLACEMENT

 

PARTS

 

INFORMATION .............. 85

 

7.1

 

FINAL

 

INSTALLATION

 

AND

 

HOMEOWNER

 

CHECKLIST .................................................. 90

 

7.2

 

W

ARRANTY 

P

OLICY 

S

TATEMENT

 ............................. 91

 

7.3

 

C

ONDITIONS

 ...................................................... 92

 

Summary of Contents for FV42

Page 1: ...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 diatement vot...

Page 2: ...en 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 for...

Page 3: ...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 Wall35 3 2 5 3 2 Versiheat 36 3 2 5 3 3 FlexHeat 37 3 3 ELE...

Page 4: ...S 77 5 7 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 R...

Page 5: ...horities 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 codes...

Page 6: ...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 heat...

Page 7: ...ll 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 aw...

Page 8: ...lace 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 acco...

Page 9: ...uilding 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 ve...

Page 10: ...r 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 attempting t...

Page 11: ...3 Step 3 Final Curing Cycle With the fireplace still turned on from Step 2 Set the Fan Speed Control to the lowest setting Level 1 If any new curing odors are detected continue to run the fireplace w...

Page 12: ...nce Location When selecting a location for your appliance it is important to consider the required clearances to walls Figure 3 1 FIREPLACE LOCATION WARNING FIRE RISK ODOR RISK Install appliance on ha...

Page 13: ...03 01109 FV42 Page 13 Listing Label The listing label is in the air gap below the firebox on the unit floor It is secured to a chain loosely and can be pulled out to be viewed Figure 3 2 Listing Labe...

Page 14: ...dy as required per code to inform you of important facts You can find these labels on the right side outer surface of this appliance Make certain you heed all the warning and caution statements during...

Page 15: ...85 03 01109 FV42 Page 15 Figure 3 11 Figure 3 10...

Page 16: ...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 406 mm...

Page 17: ...ace 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 Hearth protection pads installed...

Page 18: ...omponents of another brand do not assume that the measurement given here is applicable Verify the distance to the centerline of vent cap by measuring the components you are using Note For every 1 this...

Page 19: ...Page 19 Fireplace Features Identification See Figure 3 14 FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS AND FEATURES below Identify the features included with this Fireplace and their locations Figure 3 14 FIREPLACE DIMENSIO...

Page 20: ...re 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 distances...

Page 21: ...ill allow finishing material to be installed around the unit SPECIAL FRAMING NOTE If the fireplace is to be recessed in a cavity deeper than 20 all framing and finishing materials protruding past the...

Page 22: ...building envelope in any manner Wall ceiling base plate and cantilever floor of the chase should be insulated Vapor and air infiltration barriers should be installed in the chase as per regional codes...

Page 23: ...Clearance from Appliance The required clearances to combustibles from this appliance s body are 1 9 3 16 from appliance top surface 2 5 8 from appliance side walls 3 5 8 from appliance rear wall Figur...

Page 24: ...install at least 1 metal or ceramic standoffs or spacers between the metal shield and the combustible surface being protected The bottom and top edges of the cavity between the metal shield and the co...

Page 25: ...bustion 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 8 inches from the front surface of the fireplace use a r...

Page 26: ...place 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 fr...

Page 27: ...he 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 installi...

Page 28: ...y 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 are...

Page 29: ...ic 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 materia...

Page 30: ...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 applications on fa...

Page 31: ...ently 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 Some decorat...

Page 32: ...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 un...

Page 33: ...mum 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 recommend...

Page 34: ...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 a r...

Page 35: ...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 indi...

Page 36: ...r 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 d...

Page 37: ...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 cannot...

Page 38: ...ection 2 Exercise extreme caution when using ladders or on rooftops and 3 be aware of electrical wiring locations in walls and ceilings This gas appliance and vent system must be vented directly to th...

Page 39: ...ng restrictions ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 6 or 7 PIPE DuraVent 6 Amerivent 7 9 12 2 12 VENT STACK 3 24 VENT STACK 4 36 VENT STACK 5 48 VENT STACK 6 90 GALVANIZED ELBOW 6a 45 GALVANIZED ELBOW 7 ADJUSTABLE WAL...

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: ...nce to non mechanical 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...

Page 42: ...circulation 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 I...

Page 43: ...r to this Fireplace follow these steps 1 Remove the junction box cover plate secured with two screws route the 3wire end of an extension cord or house power wire cable through the strain relief in the...

Page 44: ...s 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 you o...

Page 45: ...acement 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 codes...

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: ...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 rec...

Page 48: ...3 34 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 applica...

Page 49: ...size stamped on it LPG orifice size shall be 54 rear burner and 54 front burner for all elevations Verify that the manifold gas pressure is within 10 0 WC 1 8 High Altitude De Rating If you are de rat...

Page 50: ...proved 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 sealed to structure per i...

Page 51: ...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 straight...

Page 52: ...10 11 00020 Installation Required Light Lens Assembly Packet HA 88 00167 Light Lens Lens Retainer Bracket w gasket four 10 24 Nuts Lens base gasket Installation Required Owner s Manual Must Leave wit...

Page 53: ...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 t...

Page 54: ...rom 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 two b...

Page 55: ...ective 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 premature...

Page 56: ...aped Torx wrench and an LP conversion label Figure 4 9 LP Kit Contents Procedure to Convert Fireplace for LP Gas This fireplace arrives from the factory ready to burn natural gas If you intend to burn...

Page 57: ...ood pointing to the left is pointed properly toward the burner s flame propagation ports 12 Make certain rear burner is positioned properly so that the pilot hood pointing to the back is pointed prope...

Page 58: ...screws F M4 x 0 7 threaded length of thread L 16mm 0 0 5mm steel material resistance class 8 8 Figure 4 15 5 4 Manually thread the two conversion kit mounting screws into the valve body Use a standard...

Page 59: ...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 LP...

Page 60: ...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 54 o...

Page 61: ...the starter vertical section is less than 4 use the chart and reduce 3 for every 90 elbow installed after the first 90 elbow For all vertical terminations four 90 elbows allowed However the fourth 90...

Page 62: ...is already calculated into the allowable maximum horizontal run The Venting Requirements Chart assumes that for all horizontal runs calculated one 900 elbow is used within the venting system Note Each...

Page 63: ...be positioned so the vent system will run level or have a rise per foot of run AND be perpendicular to the wall The height of the opening must be located to meet all local and national building codes...

Page 64: ...erlap we suggest pre assembling and measuring the total vent pipe run so you can more accurately locate the point where the vent pipe will penetrate the outside wall Be sure all vent components are pr...

Page 65: ...19 6 4 32 4 12 32 For V greater than 12 see Master Venting Chart VERTICAL RISE DUAL 90 ELBOWS HORIZONTAL TERMINATION H1 V H2 H1 V2 V1 H2 Vertical Rise Three 90 Elbows Horizontal Termination Use the M...

Page 66: ...clearances to combustibles 3 above horizontal runs Cut a 10 x 10 opening in the roof centered in the small drilled hole placed in the roof in No 1 The opening should be a sufficient size to meet all c...

Page 67: ...85 03 01109 FV42 Page 67 VERTICAL RISE DUAL 90 ELBOWS VERTICAL TERMINATION H V2 V1 40 FEET MAXIMUM STRAIGHT UP VERTICAL VENTING...

Page 68: ...ffort in the design of this fireplace and its venting system Through this effort Mendota has been able to certify the use of Four 900 elbows The use of Four 900 elbows must meet some minimum prerequis...

Page 69: ...Look into the convection 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 d...

Page 70: ...to natural gas or to LP gas is checked All lighting and log installation instructions were followed Burners light immediately and flame runs promptly around rear burner and lights entire burner Note...

Page 71: ...the cable to open the air shutter 1 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 slide control 2 If fl...

Page 72: ...om In addition to offering the most realistic log details textures coloration and the most realistic wood fire options Mendota also offers a large array of internal firebox lining options and external...

Page 73: ...e functions including the Continuous Pilot mode will operate When the master switch is in the on condition the main burners will function as designed In case of an emergency toggle the master switch t...

Page 74: ...om 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 the...

Page 75: ...ng 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 i...

Page 76: ...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 Onc...

Page 77: ...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 the...

Page 78: ...and the burner will 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...

Page 79: ...sistance 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 Mendota dealer This information will expedite the...

Page 80: ...or damage 2 Clean pilot light flame sensor rod and sparker rod using emery cloth Vacuum clean pilot light assembly 3 Visual check of pilot flames is required Pilot flame must overlap flame sensor and...

Page 81: ...nder 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 accep...

Page 82: ...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 wo...

Page 83: ...d 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 65 06 00455...

Page 84: ...compounds which can damage the burner materials and the ceramic glass Use of unpurified gas will void the warranty for this product 6 5 PILOT OUTAGE AND RE LIGHTING If pilot goes out be sure to wait a...

Page 85: ...on panel This will allow the main gas inlet and wires to the valve rear burner solenoid and pilot to be disconnected After disconnecting the gas line and wires remove the screws from the valve mountin...

Page 86: ...re 6 4 FV42 FV44 Accent Light System Parts HA 110 00002 LEFT BLOWER ASSEMBLY 15 02 00130 EBM BLOWER LH ROTATED HA 110 00003 RIGHT BLOWER ASSEMBLY 15 02 00129 EBM BLOWER RH ROTATED 65 02 01032 FV36 BLO...

Page 87: ...85 03 01109 FV42 Page 87 Gas Train Assembly Parts Figure 6 5 Gas Train Assembly Parts...

Page 88: ...85 03 01109 FV42 Page 88 Burners Figure 6 6 Burners...

Page 89: ...ive 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 careful...

Page 90: ...ner 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 s...

Page 91: ...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 Orifices...

Page 92: ...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 includ...

Page 93: ...vered 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 conjunct...

Page 94: ...ister 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 mendotahe...

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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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