Mendota FV44i-0616, Инструкция по установке и эксплуатации

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INITIAL STARTUP INFORMATION AND ADVICE
CAUTION: Before you ignite the pilot or burners, perform the following inspections and verifications:
Check glass gasket seal. Visually inspect glass gasket, especially at the corners of the glass piece. Gasket that bulges at
corners can cause improper seals between the bulges which can cause exhaust leaks and lead to smell concerns.
If facing materials are freshly painted or freshly polished (in cases of marble or granite), make certain that the convection
blower is running at level 2 or level 3 during the first 1-1/2 hours of initial burn. After the 1-1/2 hours, turn off the convec-
tion blower and proceed with the paint curing cycle.
Initial Burn Cycle:
During the first burn cycle (approximately for 3 hours), it is normal for this appliance to emit visible
smoke and some odor. The smoke generated is a mixture of paint curing, lubricating oils burning off, glass gasket adhe-
sive curing and ceramic sealant gaskets curing. The smoke generated can trigger smoke and fire alarms. It is recom-
mended to open all door and windows during initial cure cycle.
Paint Curing Cycle
: It is recommended that you run this Fireplace on maximum flame height with the Convection
Blowers turned on at level 2 or level 3 for the first 1-1/2 hours. After the first 1-1/2 hours, turn OFF the Convection blowers
and proceed burning on high fire for 1 cycle of 2 hours ON and 2 hours OFF to cure the paint and expel any burn off
odors. Expect some visible smoke and smell during the curing cycle. Open all door and windows during initial cure cycle.
Blower Break-in Period:
The integrated blowers in this Insert may exhibit some bearing noise and electrical static
noise during the first few hours of operation. This is normal during the break-in period.
Paint Types Approved for Use:
Industrial Acrylic Paints, Alkyd based Paints. When selecting Paint for applications
on facings, mantels, corbels or floors within 2 feet in front of a fireplace raised 6” or higher, avoid off the shelf Paints
which may have modifier additives used to increase “hiding” ability and accelerate drying times and curing times. Consult
with a reputable Paints and Sealants supplier and acquire Industrial Acrylic Paints or Alkyd based Paints.
Sealant Types Approved For Use:
Heat resistant polyurethane sealants which are not damaged by prolonged
exposure to raised temperatures. Many are flame resistant, meaning that they resist ignition when exposed to high
temperatures and can insulate the substrate and delay damage to it. When selecting polyurethane for applications on
facings, mantels, corbels or floors within 3 feet in front of a fireplace, avoid off the shelf 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 Sealants.
Additional Application Cautions:
If wood used around or in front of the fireplace has been chemically cleaned or
bleached prior to staining or painting, it is of the utmost importance to make certain that the cleaner or bleach does not
remain in the wood substrate under the final paint or sealant applied. If any cleaner or bleach remain within the wood
structure, application of heat from the fireplace, even low level heat, will cause the cleaner or bleach compounds to ex-
pand or evaporate causing separation of the paint or sealant from the wood surface and may cause peeling or bubbling of
the paint or sealant.
Moisture Content of the wood substrate is also of critical importance. High moisture content wood when heated will yield
evaporation of the moisture and hydraulic pressure under the paint or sealants which can lead to peeling or bubbling. Al-
ways select the lowest moisture content wood substrate. Store the wood substrate in an environment with 60-75 degrees
F and 35-55% relative humidity levels for a minimum of 48 hours before applying the Paint or Sealant.
WARNING
FIRE RISK- ODOR RISK
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Install appliance only in an existing Masonry Wood Burning Fireplace or a Factory Built ZC Wood Burning Fire-
place.
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An R-1 Rated Hearth Protection Pad [1-1/2” Thick Maximum] is required unless this fireplace is elevated at least
6” above floor level of the room. For every 1” this fireplace is elevated, you may reduce the hearth pad depth by
2”. If this fireplace is elevated 6” or higher no hearth protection pad is required.
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Locate and install appliance to all clearance specifications in manual.
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Verify glass gasket seal before firing unit the first time. Verify proper latching of glass frame onto unit body.
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