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Mendota FV48, Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

The Mendota FV48 gas fireplace brings warmth and beauty to any home. For detailed guidance on installation and operation, be sure to download the free Installation and Operating Instructions Manual from manualshive.com. This comprehensive manual is your key to getting the most out of your Mendota FV48.

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4.10

 

N

ATURAL 

G

AS TO 

LPG

 

C

ONVERSION

 ........................ 57

 

4.11

 

V

ENTING

 ........................................................... 61

 

4.12

 

L

IGHTING 

C

HECKLIST

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

 

4.13

 

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 FV48

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: ...85 03 01194 C FV48...

Page 3: ...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 4: ...Paint Types Approved for Use 31 3 2 13 5 2 Sealants Type Approved for Use 31 3 2 13 5 3 Wood Application Cautions 31 3 2 16 3 1 Mendota Cool Wall36 3 2 16 3 2 Versiheat 37 3 2 16 3 3 FlexHeat 38 3 3...

Page 5: ...ANGE 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 PERIODIC I...

Page 6: ...orities 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 t...

Page 7: ...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 8: ...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 a...

Page 9: ...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 10: ...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 v...

Page 11: ...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 12: ...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 with thi...

Page 13: ...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 14: ...03 01194 FV48 Page 14 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 15: ...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 16: ...85 03 01194 FV48 Page 16 Figure 3 11 Figure 3 10...

Page 17: ...ways 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 U...

Page 18: ...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 19: ...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 20: ...Page 20 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 21: ...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 22: ...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 23: ...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 24: ...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 25: ...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 26: ...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 27: ...lace Me ndota 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 28: ...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 29: ...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 30: ...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 31: ...of chemicals with unwanted smells Suitable Paints and Sealant Materials 3 2 13 5 1 Paint Types Approved for Use Industrial Acrylic Paints Alkyd based Paints When selecting paint for applications on fa...

Page 32: ...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 33: ...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 34: ...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 35: ...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 36: ...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 indic...

Page 37: ...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 38: ...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 39: ...asses for protection 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...

Page 40: ...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 41: ...90 ELBOWS VERTICAL TERMINATION VERTICAL RISE DUAL 90 ELBOWS VERTICAL TERMINATION VERTICAL RISE DUAL 90 ELBOWS HORIZONTAL TERMINATION VERTICAL RISE TRIPLE 90 ELBOWS HORIZONTAL TERMINATION VERTICAL RIS...

Page 42: ...s 45 cm recommended to prevent condensation on window J Clearance to non mechanical air supply inlet to building or the combustion air inlet to any other appliance 12 inches 30 cm minimum D Vertical c...

Page 43: ...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 44: ...re end of an extension cord or house power wire cable through the strain relief in the cover plate 2 Locate in the manual packet the plug shown in the photo It is labeled TO HOUSE POWER 3 Strip the en...

Page 45: ...lates 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 y...

Page 46: ...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 47: ...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 48: ...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 49: ...3 33 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 50: ...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 51: ...n 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 instructions Vent Ca...

Page 52: ...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 53: ...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 54: ...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 55: ...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 56: ...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 57: ...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 58: ...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 59: ...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 60: ...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 61: ...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 62: ...ows may be installed anywhere within the 32 horizontal run If 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 verti...

Page 63: ...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 64: ...st 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 cod...

Page 65: ...rlap 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 pro...

Page 66: ...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 67: ...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 68: ...85 03 01194 FV48 Page 68 VERTICAL RISE DUAL 90 ELBOWS VERTICAL TERMINATION H V2 V1 40 FEET MAXIMUM STRAIGHT UP VERTICAL VENTING...

Page 69: ...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 70: ...the Fireplace All items on Installation Checklist must be completed Carefully follow all lighting and log installation instructions Make certain that pilot flame lights immediately and lights both fro...

Page 71: ...he 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 fla...

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: ...udible beep then the igniter will begin to spark After the pilot lights and is established the valve will automatically open and the burner will light The burner will initially light to full flame Adj...

Page 79: ...s Shutoff Valve Requirement If local building codes require one obtain an external keyed wall mounted or floor mounted manual gas shutoff valve approved per local gas plumbing codes and install per lo...

Page 80: ...Installed Manual Gas Shutoff Valve 4 Turn OFF the external manual shutoff valve if was required and supplied by installer and mounted adjacent to fireplace 5 Turn OFF all electric power to the firepl...

Page 81: ...rtment 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 Mendota dealer This information will...

Page 82: ...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 83: ...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 84: ...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 85: ...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 86: ...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 87: ...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 88: ...gure 6 4 FV48 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 BLOWER...

Page 89: ...85 03 01194 FV48 Page 89 Gas Train Assembly Parts Figure 6 5 Gas Train Assembly Parts...

Page 90: ...85 03 01194 FV48 Page 90 Burners Figure 6 6 Burners...

Page 91: ...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 92: ...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 93: ...l 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 Orifice...

Page 94: ...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 95: ...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 96: ...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...

Page 97: ......

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

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