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Mendota FV44I Gen 3, Assembly, Installation And Operating Instructions

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Table of Contents

 

 

1.1

 

I

NITIAL 

F

IRING AND 

C

URING 

P

ROCEDURE

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1.2

 

H

OT 

S

URFACES ARE 

N

ORMAL

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1.3

 

P

ERIODIC AND ANNUAL CLEANING ARE REQUIRED

 .......... 2

 

1.4

 

K

EEP THE FLUE WARM

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2.1

 

SAFETY

 

AND

 

WARNING

 

INFORMATION .............. 6

 

 

 

 

 

2.2

 

S

AFETY 

W

ARNINGS

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2.3

 

R

EQUIREMENTS FOR 

T

HE 

C

OMMONWEALTH OF 

M

ASS

. . 10

 

 

 

3.1

 

G

ENERAL 

T

ECHNICAL 

R

EFERENCES

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3.2

 

M

ECHANICAL 

T

ECHNICAL 

R

EFERENCES

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3.3

 

E

LECTRICAL 

T

ECHNICAL 

R

EFERENCES

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3.4

 

P

LUMBING 

T

ECHNICAL 

R

EFERENCES

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Summary of Contents for FV44I Gen 3

Page 1: ...QUE FAIRE 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 di...

Page 2: ...h As long as all required clearances to combustibles are met and the required finishing materials are used this appliance will perform safely Note that the exposed surfaces immediately surrounding the...

Page 3: ...AL CLEANING ARE REQUIRED 2 1 4 KEEP THE FLUE WARM 2 2 1 SAFETY AND WARNING INFORMATION 6 2 2 SAFETY WARNINGS 7 2 3 REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASS 10 3 1 GENERAL TECHNICAL REFERENCES 11 3 2...

Page 4: ...TION 69 4 15 LOG SET MEDIA INSTALLATION 71 4 16 LIGHTING CHECKLIST 72 4 17 AIR SHUTTER CONTROL AND FLAME APPEARANCE 72 5 1 AESTHETIC CONSIDERATIONS 73 5 2 HEATING PERFORMANCE 73 5 3 IMPORTANT INFORMAT...

Page 5: ...6 6 BURNER FLAME HEIGHTS REFERENCE DIAGRAM 85 6 7 REPLACEMENT PARTS INFORMATION 86 7 1 INSTALLER VERIFICATION CHECKLIST 92 7 2 WARRANTY POLICY STATEMENT 93...

Page 6: ...code authorities 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 loc...

Page 7: ...cement 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 supplementa...

Page 8: ...Screens Fronts and Trim Kits Due to high temperature the fireplace should be located out of traffic areas and away from furniture and draperies En raison des temp ratures lev es l appareil devrait tre...

Page 9: ...urner and control compartment clean See installation and operating instructions accompanying fireplace S assurer que le br leur et le compartiment des commandes sont propres Voir les instructions d in...

Page 10: ...setts State 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 t...

Page 11: ...of initial burn allow fireplace to cool Proceed with Mendota Fireplace Insert Curing Instructions Chapter 3 1 1 This fireplace must be installed and serviced by a qualified installer service agency o...

Page 12: ...continue to Step 3 3 1 1 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 contin...

Page 13: ...ace cavity Doing so will lead to a house fire which can lead to property damage physical injury and possible loss of l ife and will nullify and void all applicable warranty or claims 3 2 2 Clearances...

Page 14: ...abel is located in the air gap on the left side of the Insert between the glass frame and outer edge of the Insert It is secured to a chain and loosely inserted in the left air gap and can be pulled o...

Page 15: ...liance body 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 statemen...

Page 16: ...85 03 01060 D FV44i D cor Gen 3 Page 16 Figure 3 13 Figure 3 12...

Page 17: ...RATES High Fire Low Fire BTUH NAT GAS 29 000 18 000 BTUH L P GAS 29 000 22 000 ORIFICE SIZES BURNER 38 NAT 52 LP P 4 EFFICIENCY 82 8 NG 86 7 LP FLUE VENTING CO LINEAR 4 DIAMETER EXHAUST 3 DIAMETER AI...

Page 18: ...not indicate any hazardous situation 3 2 6 1 Hearth Pad Temperatures Pre existing non combustible hearth pads are approved for use as fireproof barrier New hearth pads installed are required to have...

Page 19: ...85 03 01060 D FV44i D cor Gen 3 Page 19 3 2 7 Overall Insert Dimensions Figure 3 15 Front View Figure 3 16 Top View Figure 3 17 Left Side View Figure 3 18 Right Side View...

Page 20: ...rt Features Identification See Figure 3 19 Insert Features Diagram below Identify the features included with this Insert and their locations Figure 3 19 Insert Features Diagram Figure 3 20 MANUAL GAS...

Page 21: ...es Two lifting handles one on each side are provided The lifting handles make it easy for two individuals to lift and transport this Insert Note Team lifting is recommended To use the lifting handles...

Page 22: ...r any reason The cover plate position is adjustable front to back by 1 4 To adjust the floor cover plate position loosen four Philips head screws do not remove loosen only and adjust the floor cover p...

Page 23: ...for a faceplate surround application and slide all the way rearward for a Basix surround application 2 Slide Insert inside fireplace cavity as far as possible 3 Identify the front edge of the floor co...

Page 24: ...edge finishes allow installation of this Insert in cavities with shallower depths Consult with your Mendota Dealer for specific details and availability Use a Basix if installing one of these decorat...

Page 25: ...edge finishes allow installation of this Insert in cavities of shallower depths Consult with your Mendota Dealer for specific details and availability Use if installing one of these decorative door o...

Page 26: ...ound 4 Outer edge greater than in any size up to 10 This type outer edge is available for any custom surround 3 2 10 8 Outer Edge Size vs Fireplace Depth Requirements The minimum fireplace depth requi...

Page 27: ...to a particular size to meet installation depth needs You may request a rendering prior to ordering the custom which can show the decorative front of your choice on top of the custom surround You may...

Page 28: ...glass unless such objects are more than 18 away from the visible side edges of the glass See Figure 3 26 Side Wall Clearances If the required clearance cannot be met to a pre existing combustible sid...

Page 29: ...es not conform to required clearances either remove and relocate the combustible mantel at an approved height or add a 20 gage metal shield underneath the combustible mantel that extends the full widt...

Page 30: ...85 03 01060 D FV44i D cor Gen 3 Page 30 Figure 3 30 Mantel Clearance Reduction Method...

Page 31: ...a thermal insulation value of R 1 Caution Vinyl floors and floating laminated floors may warp if installed in front of this unit even if fireplace is raised 6 or more due to local heating up of the fl...

Page 32: ...this horizontal galvanized steel stud a heat rise barrier made from thick noncombustible mineral board must be installed in a manner which completely blocks heat from seeping and rising upwards betwe...

Page 33: ...esin coatings and the epoxy resin coatings provide structural strength to the stone slabs and prevent cracking chipping and breakage during shipping and handling These coatings also provide a glossy o...

Page 34: ...he potential of off gassing of chemical vapors from mastic and other adhesives Improper selection can lead to emission of chemicals with unwanted smells 3 2 17 2 Suitable Backer Materials R Ratings R...

Page 35: ...urethane sealants which may have modifier additives used to accelerate drying times and curing times Consult with a reputable paints and sealants supplier and acquire heat resistant polyurethane seala...

Page 36: ...ere are two options available for adding a flat panel TV above this Fireplace Insert Add a mantel below the TV re face the fireplace wall and create a framed recess cavity for housing the TV 3 2 19 1...

Page 37: ...m using a 4 exhaust flex and 6 air intake flex with spring spacers between the two flex pipes 3 2 20 3 Air Intake Liner Stubbing When existing wood burning chimney size is too small to run both 4 and...

Page 38: ...recommends that open masonry fireplaces should be swept at 1 8 of sooty buildup and sooner if there is any glaze present in the system Thi s is considered to be enough fuel buildup to cause a chimney...

Page 39: ...Chimney Top Figure 3 45 Stone Cap Chimney Top Figure 3 46 Concrete Cap Chimney Top For installation of this Insert s vent cap with chimneys that have an existing metal stone or concrete cap Figure 3 4...

Page 40: ...nces are terminated next to each other the minimum required distance between the vertical center line of the vent caps is 18 to prevent recirculation of exhaust from one vent cap outlet into the air i...

Page 41: ...he decorative cover on sides all of the vent cap 3 Fresh air openings shall be provided at a level equal to or below the fresh air openings in the vent cap The fresh air openings shall provide a minim...

Page 42: ...AC Power Connection On the right side wall area you will find an electrical junction box with a strain relief clamp To connect AC power to this Insert follow these steps 1 Remove the junction box cov...

Page 43: ...work Make sure to properly secure the end of the MC cable to the fireplace body side cover plate using the supplied strain relief clamps Notice Mendota wants to make you aware of current NEC Codes tha...

Page 44: ...wer to the unit when necessary To operate this appliance during a power outage plug in the backup battery pack harness into the backup power inlet Then Insert four 4 fresh AA batteries in the battery...

Page 45: ...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 with the current NFPA 70...

Page 46: ...TRAIN ADHERE STRICTLY TO LOCAL AND NATIONAL CODES 3 4 2 Gas Supply Line Sizing A 48 X 3 8 SS flex supply line with a 3 8 male NPT end adapter is supplied in the manual packet with this Insert The flex...

Page 47: ...to or less than 1 2 psi 3 5 kPa If the factory built fireplace has no gas access hole s provided an access hole 1 5 or less may be drilled through the lower sides or bottom of the firebox in a proper...

Page 48: ...rovided an access hole of 1 5 in 37 5 m m or less may be drilled through the lower sides or bottom of the firebox in a proper workmanship like manner This access hole must be plugged with non combusti...

Page 49: ...u 3 4 9 2 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 52 for all elevations Verify that the manifold ga...

Page 50: ...run is required maximum allowed length is 55 Install Vent System Run both 4 exhaust and 3 air intake liners all the way to vent cap if existing chimney size allows Sealant is not required at vent joi...

Page 51: ...t and Insert 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 straig...

Page 52: ...ackup Battery Holder 05 02 00345 QTY 4 AA Batteries 65 06 01147 Must Leave with Homeowner Backup Power Harness 10 03 00128 Must Leave with Homeowner Leveling Bolts QTY 4 AL 3 8 16 X 1 1 4 Length 50 01...

Page 53: ...round options log set options firebox inner liner options and decorative fronts options must be selected and purchased separately 4 5 UNBOLTING INSERT FROM PALLET The Insert body is bolted to the pall...

Page 54: ...clips up or removing them will be necessary for Insert 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 Ins...

Page 55: ...MS ARE NOT COVERED UNDER MENDOTA WARRANTY Note When lifting this Insert more than 1 other support blocks will be required For all applications when you raise the unit more than 1 reline the entire fir...

Page 56: ...at an angle and move away from unit Door is now free from unit NOTE Always check glass gasket condition and seal potential any time the glass door is removed and when reinstalling glass door 4 8 2 To...

Page 57: ...Figure 4 9 Light Housing Caution Do not touch the light lens with bare hands Always use the protective foam wrap supplied with the light bulb or a pair of clean cloth or neoprene gloves to handle the...

Page 58: ...y to the fireplace must be turned off prior to performing the conversion The gas supply must be shut off prior to disconnecting the electrical power 4 10 1 1 Orifice sizes requirement A natural gas to...

Page 59: ...ided screws F M4 x 0 7 threaded length of thread L 16mm 0 0 5mm steel material resistance class 8 8 Figure 3 14 5 6 Manually thread the two conversion kit mounting screws into the valve body Use a sta...

Page 60: ...set for NG Push NG LP adjustment clip inward all the way to set it for LP If you see NAT printing on the adjustment clip this indicates that the pilot is set to burn NG Push clip in so that NAT is not...

Page 61: ...coals must not block pilot flame or main burner flame Vent system must be leak proof WARNING Do not proceed with operation of this fireplace unless burner cycles on off without delay s 4 10 5 Pilot Fl...

Page 62: ...t and any obstructions bird nests etc 5 Before Insert is installed have gas supplier or contractor run properly sized gas supply line to the existing fireplace location Be sure gas plumbing instructio...

Page 63: ...Mendota recommends that both exhaust and air intake flex liners be run all the way to the vent cap Seals between flex liners and unit top and vent cap must be permanent and as air tight as possible N...

Page 64: ...ve the vent adapter by unlatching spring loaded lever from front of the unit Use the glass latch tool to hook into the latch pull forward and lift latch up to release Figure 4 19 Removing Vent Adapter...

Page 65: ...ttach a sheet metal strap loop to the flex end of the liner s and tie a rope to it Two installers should proceed to the roof and drop the rope with weight on the end to make sure it goes all the way d...

Page 66: ...vent cap base plate or flashing to the Chimney Top Note It is required that the chimney top be permanently sealed to prevent cold air infiltration into the home The vent cap base plate of a square sh...

Page 67: ...opped to the fireplace cavity attach the 4 exhaust flex and the 3 air intake flex to the unit top vent adapter using hose clamps and sheet metal screws 1 At the fireplace cavity attach 4 flex vent to...

Page 68: ...stallation Manual Packet for this appliance Before installing this appliance in the ZC Woodburning Fireplace this label must be mechanically attached to the ZC Woodburning Fireplace floor using self d...

Page 69: ...ower connection 4 Create large vertical loops behind or to the side of the Insert body with both excess gas flex line and excess electrical MC Cable 5 Slide vent adapter forward between guide rails Ve...

Page 70: ...or Faceplate with the shoulder rivets that are factory installed on the left and right sides of the Insert outer skin s front edge Lift slightly and slide hooks onto the shoulders of the shoulder riv...

Page 71: ...ck Diamond Glass 9 Clear Ice Cubes 10 Liquid Clear Diamond Glass not shown 11 Tumble Marble not shown Figure 4 29 Driftwood Log Set w Natural Rocks Figure 4 30 Norway Spruce Log Set Figure 4 31 Birch...

Page 72: ...installed adjustments to the air shutter shall be made for final flame appearance These small shutter adjustments can be made by the following procedure NOTE All adjustments to the air shutter settin...

Page 73: ...output fireplace Insert will heat a large area of your home Air movement options for maximizing heat circulation that can be considered are operating the Insert s convection blowers continuous operati...

Page 74: ...2 Locate sync switch above master switch in the right side air gap Press the sync button and release The fireplace will beep three times indicating that it is ready to synchronize with a remote contro...

Page 75: ...can occur if the remote control is moved to another 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 tempera...

Page 76: ...eaning 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 igni...

Page 77: ...unction is not available for manual adjustment In Smart Thermostat the flame height regulates automatically Fan Speed Control The fan speed can be adjusted through six speeds and off To activate this...

Page 78: ...will see 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 acti...

Page 79: ...ically open 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...

Page 80: ...fire department for assistance 5 11 2 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...

Page 81: ...rly maintenance 1 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 us...

Page 82: ...rectly Improper setup and adjustment is not covered under warranty 5 11 7 What should I do if my fireplace is sooting Sooting is caused by improper installation or air shutter operation However some s...

Page 83: ...n 4 If 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...

Page 84: ...lass should be cleaned periodically Exterior glass surface may be cleaned with cleaner as desired To clean Interior glass surface remove glass frame assembly See 4 8 1 To Remove Door Use Kel Kem polis...

Page 85: ...mpounds which can damage the burner materials and the ceramic glass Use of unpurified gas will void the warranty for thi s product 6 5 IGNITION SYSTEM LOCKOUT MODE AND RE LIGHTING If ignition system g...

Page 86: ...ve 5 1 65 14 00038 NG Orifice 38 6 1 65 14 00052 LPG Orifice 52 7 1 65 07 00755 3 8 X48 Flex Gas Supply Line Connector Kit 8 1 HA 78 00287 Burner Assembly DECOR 9 1 05 02 00345 Backup Battery Holder 1...

Page 87: ...85 03 01060 D FV44i D cor Gen 3 Page 87 6 7 2 Convection Air Blower System Parts Figure 6 3 Blower System Parts...

Page 88: ...85 03 01060 D FV44i D cor Gen 3 Page 88 6 7 3 Burner System Parts Figure 6 4 Burners Systems Parts...

Page 89: ...85 03 01060 D FV44i D cor Gen 3 Page 89 6 7 4 Gas Valve Train Parts Figure 6 5 Gas Valve Train Parts Figure 6 6 Gas Valve Assembly Parts...

Page 90: ...85 03 01060 D FV44i D cor Gen 3 Page 90 6 7 5 Ignition Control Module Assembly Parts 6 7 6 Accent Light Figure 6 7 Accent Light Bulb Lens Installation Figure 6 8 Accent Light Lens Installation...

Page 91: ...The adhesive 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 a...

Page 92: ...uirements Air intake damper position must be adjusted per vent length as recommended Check for proper clearances to combustibles and vent locations per manual Install proper size gas lines check for g...

Page 93: ...e Part Lifetime 2 years 1 year 90 days Labor Coverage Years Firebox and Heat Exchanger 5 Glass thermal breakage only 2 Stainless steel burner tubes Ceramic Burners 2 All Castings 2 Valve assembly and...

Page 94: ...imed 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 i...

Page 95: ...t covered under the terms of this warranty Freight damages for products or parts are not covered under the terms of the warranty Products made or provided by other manufacturers and used in conjunctio...

Page 96: ...th 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 http mendotaheart...

Page 97: ...Thank you for choosing Mendota...

Page 98: ...Johnson Gas Appliance Company 520 E Avenue NW Cedar Rapids Iowa 52405 Mendota Warranty Registration...

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