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HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATIONS
For installations from 610-1370 meters (2000-4500 ft.) the orifice sizes (DMS) for natural gas are #43 Front/#46
rear and for propane gas are #55 front/#54 rear. See data plate for additional information. For high altitude instal-
lations consult the local gas distributor or the authority having jurisdiction for proper rating methods. If the installer
must convert the unit to adjust for varying altitudes, the information sticker must be filled out by the installer and ad-
hered to the appliance at the time of conversion.
Cet appareil est equipé pour des altitudes compries entre 0 et 2000 pieds (0-610 m) seulement
This appliance has been converted for use at an altitude of ______________
Orifice size _______________
Manifold Pressure ________________
Input (Btu/h)_______________ Fuel Type _______________________
Date of conversion _________ Converted by _____________________
«Cet appreeil a été converti au ____
Injecteur ________
Pression à la tubulure d'alimentation _____________
Déoit calorifique _______________»
INSTALLATION CHECK OFF LIST
The following check list must be completed prior to initial lighting of the Fireplace Insert
Venting system must be installed by a Mendota approved person according to Figure 3, Pg. 8 with
clamps securely in place and all joints leak proof.
Electrical supply and gas supply must be properly installed and must conform to National and Local
Codes.
Check that correct fuel supply is connected to appliance. Check correct gas pressure, correct size gas
lines and for gas leaks on all gas supply connectors and this gas insert’s gas valve train connectors.
Proper clearances to combustibles must be maintained.
LEAK TEST REQUIREMENT
: Vibration during shipping and transit of this appliance may cause some
gas connections to loosen. All gas train connections in this appliance, including field installed supply line
fittings and all factory installed gas train connections between the gas valve and the burner orifice(s)
and pilot light, must be leak tested prior to first firing using soap and water solution or a calibrated
Combustible Gas Detector. All leak tests are to be performed by a qualified installer. It is the responsi-
bility of the installer to verify that all connections are sealed properly and leak-proof.
LIGHTING CHECK OFF LIST
Be sure to check these items before final operation of the Fireplace Insert
All items on "Installation Check Off List" must be completed.
Carefully follow all lighting and log installation instructions. Make certain that burner lights immediately
and lights both front and rear burners.
DO NOT proceed with operation unless burner cycles "on/off" without delays and the flame is "stable"
and not "lifting" off burner.
Caution: If pilot goes out be sure to wait a minimum of 5 minutes before relighting.
