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MENDOTA FV41-M INSTALLATION MANUAL

1. 1 425 MIN 35 1 2 ROUGH FRAMING WIDTH 1 __ 9 TO VENT 493 326 PIPE CENTER 1716 2 4 1 Wu t ORB L T 49 12 MIN gt ize D d DEPTH LS c MINIMUM ROUGH FRAMING DIMENSIONS 5 HEIGHT 47 70 497 WIDTH 42 172 16 DEPTH 19 172 EDGE FROM UNIT BASE 72 TO ROOM CEILING gt FROM UNIT BASE PES Y TO 8 MANTEL FROM UNIT BASE TO 50 UNIT ENCLOSURE CEILING ADJACENT WALLS dd A wall perpendicular to and in front of this fireplace s E glass door surface must be at least 16 inches from the Je ES side edges of the facing guide A A wall at 45 to the glass surface and starting at this Fireplace s outer edge is permitted Projections behind SEINS this wall in shaded area are permitted i 24 MIN 8 MANTEL DEPTH TO VINYL SOFFIT 1 1 AT HEIGHTS SHOWN 9 oe WOOD NON COMBUSTIBLE ZONE 72 MIN 1 TO 1 2 0 ROOM CEILING n Ke i pec i 50 MIN 47 48 MIN UNIT FLOOR UNIT BASE ENCLOSURE 8 MANTEL
2. 77 7 7 77 NON COMBUSTIBLE ZONE ALL HATCHED AREAS 7 FF 22 AA ET Za Figure 6 COMBUSTIBLE ZONE ALL HATCHED AREAS A nL WW 1 Y IE 1 C cw mr gt 15 16 16 HEARTH PROTECTION PAD REQUIREMENTS Hearth Protection Rating MINIMUM R 1 1 REQUIRED USE OF 72 THICK MINIMUM CEMENT BOARD Hardi backer Wonderboard or other brand plus thick mortar ThinSet type plus 74 thick ceramic exceed the R 1 re quirement Use this as a reference if in doubt Natural Stones of 1 or greater thickness also exceed R 1 rating All hearth pads must be non combustible metal brick stone or mineral fiberboard Do not use any combustible material to protect the floor in front of this fireplace For the FV41 M the hearth protection pad must be rated at R 1 minimum AND it must extend 18 inches in front of the fireplace face if the FV41 M fireplace is installed at floor level Use the following procedure to determine if a hearth pad meets the requirements listed in this manual Find the available values R K or C and follow the formulae below to arrive at a R value R value Thermal Resistance K value Thermal Conductivity C value Thermal Conductance Convert the specification to R value a If R value is given no conversion is needed b If K value is given with for a thickness t in inches
3. PRINTING INDICATES THAT IT IS IN NATURAL GAS POSMION 39 LP PRESSURE REGULATOR CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically ap proved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury AVERTISSEMENT Risque de dommages ou de blessures si les pi ces ne sont pas install es conform ment ces sch mas et ou si des pi ces autres que celles sp cifiquement approuv es avec cet appareil sont utilis es WAR NING T he installation of this conversion kit must only be undertaken by a qualified and certified gas appliance installer STEPPER MOTOR PRESSURE REG ULATOR CON VERSION KIT IN STALLATION OR REPLACEME NT INSTRUCTION S Verify that the following items are present in the package Pressure regulator assembly E Two 2 screws Identification label G installation instructions this document 1 Shut off the gas supply to the valve and shut down the electric supply 2 See Fig 1 Using Torx T20 or slotted screwdriver remove and discard the two 2 pressure regulator mounting screws A pressure regulator tower B and the spring and diaphragm assembly C If applicable 3 Ensure the rubber gasket D which is prefitted as part of assembly E is properly positioned see Fig 2 otherwise fit the gasket as shown Fig 2 4 Instal the new STEPPER MOTOR pressur
4. LISTING LABEL INFORMATION The model information regarding your specific appliance can be found on the rating plate which is located inside the right side controls access door When contacting your dealer for any cleaning service or warranty service always provide the Model Number Serial Number and Manufactured Date This information will expedite the warranty verification process USTED DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE HEATER NOT FOR USE WITH SOUD FUEL Foyer au gaz evacuabon Ne pas utiliser avec du combustible solide MANUFACTURED BY FABRIOUE PAR JOHNSON GAS APPLIANCE CO CEDAR RAPIDS IOWA CERTIFIED FOR CANADA HO POUR LE CANADA AMEMICA S LUXURY FInePLAOK TESTED TO TEST AUX NORMES ANS 221 88 2009 CSA 233 2008 CANICGA 2 17 1 WARNING IMPROPER INSTALLATION ADJUSTMENT ALTERATION SERMCE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE PROPERT Y DAMAGE PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE REFER TO THE OWNER S INFORMATION MANUAL PROVIDED WITH THIS APPLIANCE INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER DO NOT OPERATE WTH GLASS DOOR REMOVED CRACKED OR BROKEN THIS VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATER 15 NOT FOR USE WITH FILTERS REGISTER MAY BE USED MISE EN GARDE INSTALLATION R GLAGE MODIFICATION ENTRETIEN OU D PANNAGE NON APPROPRI S POURRONT CAUSER DES BLESSURES OU DES DOMMAGES MAT RIELS R F REZ VOUS AL MANUEL DU PROPRI TAIRE F MM AVAC CET APPARIEL POUR ASSISTANCE OU RENSEIGNEMENTS COMPL MENTAIRES VEUILLEZ CONSU
5. IGNITION Per LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Burner must light IMMEDIATELY Flame must travel promptly around curve amp light burner Q INSTALL LOGS AND ADJUST FLAME Per Manual Proper pilot flame impingement on Flame Sensor amp burner Air shutter opening 1 8 Nat Gas 5 16 1 2 LP Check that flame is stable and is not lifting off burner BRIEF OWNER ON OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF UNIT Light Pilot Operate Burner Train on Remote Control Functions Explain Thermostatic Functions WARRANTY REGISTRATION Your Name Address City State Zip Dealer Place of Purchase City State Zip Date of Purchase Serial Number Purchaser s Signature FV41 M DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE CUT OUT PAGE AND MAIL TO JOHNSON GAS APPLIANCE CO 520 E AVE N W CEDAR RAPIDS IOWA 52405 PLEASE REGISTER AT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW JOHNSONGAS COM MENDOTA REGISTRATION ASP 47 Page 9 NOTES 48 SHUT POSTAGE NEEDED JOHNSON GAS APPLIANCE COMPANY 520 AVENUE N W RAPIDS 52405 49 MENDOTA EXTENDED LIFETIME PROTECTION AND LIMITED WARRANTY MENDOTA FV41 M DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE Mendota Division of Johnson Gas Appliance Company 520 E Avenue N W Cedar Rapids Iowa 52405 extends this Extended Lifetime Protection and Li mited Warranty to the original purchaser of a Mendota FV4
6. ue CO AXIAL DIRECT VENT FLUE 5 INNER 8 OUTER TOTAL WEIGHT 225 POUNDS SAFETY ante AGA CECERTIFIED IPI AUTO ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM ACTIVATED WITH THERMOSTATIC REMOTE CONTROL APPLIANCE CERTIFICATION AND TESTING AGENCY INTERTEK TESTING SERVICES ICBO AA647 4 Certified under ANSI 721 88 2009 CSA 2 33 2009 Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters not for use with solid fuel Approved for bed room installations and mobile homes UL307B approved for mobile homes after first sale of home not for recreational vehicles GAS REQUIREMENTS SUPPLY PRESSURE GAS INLET 1 2 NAT GAS 7 W C 5 W C MIN 11 W C MAX L P GAS 11 0 W C 11 W C MIN 13 W C MAX ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 115 VOLT LESS THAN 1 5 amps for blower operation only APPROVED VENT SYSTEMG DURAVENT SELKIRK AMERIVENT SECURITY MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION UNIT TO FLOOR Oin Omm GLASS EDGE ADJACENT SIDEWALL 181 457 mm UNIT TO ENCLOSURE SIDEWALL 1 2in 13mm VENT PIPE TOP TO COMBUSTIBLES 2in 51mm UNIT TO ENCLOSURE BACK WALL 1 2in 18mm VENT PIPE SIDES TO COMBUSTIBLES 25mm UNIT BOTTOM TO ENCLOSURE CEILING 48 1 2in 123 cm VENT PIPE BOTTOM TO COMBUSTIBLES 25mm UNIT BOTTOM TO ROOM CEILING 72 in 1829 mm 8 MANTLE ABOVE DISCHARGE AIR OPENING 18 in 457 mm MINIMUM COMBUSTIBLE ROUGH FRAMING DIMENSIONS WIDTH 42 1 2
7. 17 a 16 19 79 14 13 ae gt pb 12 gt lt 11 Sus ho aco lt x Dr 10 gt 4 65555 paa Nico 8 ozzu 06 2 IE 7 22006 L lt 6 TS 5 Eus lt u 9 Z 5 2 gt OEC E uitia 4 9 N m 3 02943 Zmrco a8sto ZO it gt gt e 1 2 Q m DISTANCE FROM n FIREPLACE FACE N NON COMBUSTIBLE FACING IO e APPROVED MANTEL PROFILE 101 CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES FROM APPLIANCE SURFACES Figure 2 Clearances to Combustibles 0 CLEARANCE FROM TOP STANDOFFS 1 2 CLEARANCE u FROM BACK NN B 7 lt 1 2 CLEARANCE FROM SIDES PLANNING THE INSTALLATION When planning on appliance installation it is necessary to determine the following information before installing Where the appliance is to be installed The vent system configuration to be used Gas supply piping Electrical Wiring Framing and finishing details Hearth Protection Pad Requirements Whether accessories such as a wall switch remote control and ceiling fan are desired Selecting Appliance Location When selecting a location for your appliance it is important to con
8. 13 BIS I gum I uq 9 3 E H 2 18 47 8 5 e e r e5 e H 5 8 JH z LH 1 bx 4 X Y rs Y 4 5 X8 COAXIAL VENT STARTER ACCENT LIGHT HOUSING COLLAR HEAT TRANSFER x8 DUCTS CONNECTION 5 8 COAXIAL STARTER EA 5 PORTS LH LIFT HANDLE N N LIFT N HANDLE SIBLE GLASS AREA na N 26 1 4 X 29 1 2 6 1 9 1 1 775 54 in Serial and d Lighting Instructions CRIS PlateS LS STANDING PILOT 7 7 LIGHT SWITCH GAS SUPPLY 1 2 AIR SHUTTER EXIT CONTROL RH BLOWER INSPECTION GAS TRAIN COVER IGNITION SYSTEM REAR BURNER RH BLOWER AIR SHUTTER INSPECTION COVER CONTROL LH FRAMING RH FRAMING 110VAC ATTACH ATTACH INLET BRACKETS BRACKETS 6lPage TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR FV41 M MODEL FV41 M High Fire Adjustable to Low Fire bv V BTUH MODEL FV41 M NAT GAS 29 000 18 000 BTUH MODEL FV41 M LP GAS 29 000 22 000 En NOTE LPG CONVERSION KIT New MUST BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY TO CONVERT TO BURN LPG IN THIS FIREPLACE MAIN ORIFICE 0 2000ft 610 m 38 52 LP 2000 45008 610 1370 m 39 53 L P OVERALL EFFICIENCY AFUE 68 0 71 2 LPG P 4 73 9 80 2 LPG
9. 108cm HEIGHT 47 110cm DEPTH 19 3 1 6 49cm THIS FIREPLACE INCLUDES A SEALED COMBUSTION SYSTEM NEO CERAM GLASS ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM QD AGA CERTIFIED SAFETY SYSTEM ACCENT LIGHT and THERMOSTATIC REMOTE CONTROL OPTIONS BLACK VINTAGE IRON SWEDISH NICKEL ANTIQUE GOLD ANTIQUE COPPER HOMESTEAD amp WILLOW DOORS DUCHESS STAINED GLASS FRONT BOULEVARD DOORS SERENADE AND PORTRAIT TRIMS and other accessories CAUTION NOTE This installation must conform to local codes In the absence THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO of local codes you must comply with the National Fuel Gas Code REMAIN WITH THE HOMEOWNER ANSI Z223 1 latest edition in the U S A and the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code CSA B149 Installation Codes in Cana da This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located manufactured home USA only or mobile home where not prohibited by local codes WARNING Do not operate this appliance with the glass removed cracked or broken A licensed or qualified person should do re Thi liance is only for with appliance is only for use wit placement of glass the type s of gas indicated on the rating plate HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION INFORMATION Prior to installing at altitudes higher than 7500 please con tact the Mendota technical service department for specific venting requirements and venting restrictions 7 Page 9 CONGRATULATIONS You are the owner of a world class h
10. WARNING Never use any type of pipe thread sealants or compounds on the seats of flare or compression connections PIPE LENGTH SCHEDULE 40 PIPE FEET INSIDE DIA OUTSIDE DIA 1 2 1 3 1 2 1 3 1 2 1 3 1 2 1 3 3 4 2 0 3 4 2 0 1 2 1 3 7 8 2 3 3 4 2 0 7 8 2 3 3 4 2 0 NOTE Some areas allow coated stainless steel CSST copper tubing or galvanized pipe check with local proval agencies and codes NEVER use plastic pipe GAS PRESSURE CHECKING REQUIREMENTS Inlet and manifold gas pressure checking taps are located on gas valve Perform inlet and outlet pressure tests before completing the facing installation Remove valve access cover box on left side of fireplace to access the gas valve and all control components qualified installer shall take pressure measurements at these ports to verify and set the correct inlet gas pressures dur ing initial installation Outlet gas pressures are factory set and cannot be field adjusted NOTE Check for gas leaks with soap and water solution on all factory joints and field installed joints during first firing of this appliance 18lPage GAS PRESSURE REQUIREMENTS One of the main causes of operating problems with gas appliances can be improper gas pressure Problems such as changes in flame color or configuration gas pilot or burner outages intermittent operatio
11. Four tabs hold down the glass and gasket assembly 2 Remove the damaged glass and gasket material Clean the inner surface of the glass frame 3 Assemble new gasket on glass edge starting with the bottom left corner The adhesive on the gasket should make contact with the glass surface Use tracer lines in gasket to determine where the glass should sit on the gasket surface See Figure 263 4 Place glass and gasket assembly in glass frame and carefully bend down glass retainer tabs Extra glass retainer tabs are provided should any originally used tabs break off SS 2 v N ES 27 Figure 27 GASKET GLASS ROTATE GASKET UP SO ADHESIVE MAKES CONTACT WITH GLASS SURFACE TRACER LINES IN GASKET gt T LL lt LL GASKET IN 7 GLASS SHALL SIT BETWEEN TRACER LINES GASKET 45 glass frame assembly and its individual components are available through Johnson Gas Appliance Company Contact your dealer for more de tailed ordering information GLASS FRAME ASSEMBLY 78 00103 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION FRAME WELDMENT GLASS 1 HA 78 00210 GASKET TADPOLE 2 65 02 00103 3 8 BULB 3 4 TAIL 3 65 06 01184 GLASS CERAMIC FV41 M Figure 26 USE LARGE PLIERS TO BEND DOWN 4 TABS AS SHOWN GASKET GLASS
12. This warranty may not be extended by our representatives or any third party any manner The company neither assumes nor authorizes any third party to assume on its behalf any other liabilities with respect to the sale of this Mendota product 3 Mendota may at its discretion fully discharge all obligations of this warranty by refunding the wholesale price of the defective part s 4 All other warranties expressed or implied with respect to the product its components and accessories or any obligation liabilities on the part of the company are hereby expressly excluded Products made by other manufacturers sold with the Fireplace or thereafter are not covered by this limited warranty The use of unauthorized components will make this warranty null and void This warranty shall be effective only if the original purchaser of the Mendota appliance is registered with Mendota Division within thirty 30 days of the date of purchase Such registration or the failure to register shall not be deemed to create any obligation or liability by the manufacturer and this warranty with its conditions and limitations shall be the only procedure for obtaining any rights against the manufacturer and expresses the sole obligation and re sponsibilities of the manufacturer which are offered to the original purchaser and accepted upon purchase of the appliance Mendota Division reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice in design material
13. 1 is Rz XT 1 divided by then multiplied by thickness 1 c If C value is given 1 divided Determine the R value of the proposed hearth pad For multiple layers add R values of each layer to determine overall R value If the overall R value of the system is greater than R 1 then the proposed hearth pad is acceptable Example Required minimum value for hearth protection pad is R21 The proposed alternative is 1 4 tile with a C factor of 1 25 over 1 8 mineral board with a K factor of 0 29 Determine if the proposed layers will provide the minimum R 1 rating Step A Use formula to convert C factor of the 74 tile to R value 1 R of the tile 1 1 25 0 80 Use formula to convert K factor of mineral board to R value Step 1 R of mineral board R K xT 1 0 29 x 0 125 0 431 Step Add R values of Tile and mineral board to get the Total R value of proposed alternative Rmineral board 0 8 0 431 1 231 Step D Compare proposed system R 1 231 to required of 1 0 Since R of proposed system is greater than the required R 1 the proposed system is acceptable Hearth Pad Guide Usage and Removal This fireplace is shipped with Hearth Pad Guide Installed The purpose of the Hearth Pad Guide is to limit the height of the Hearth Pad during instal lations DO NOT build Hearthpad that is more than 1 1 2 thi
14. National Electric Code ANSI NFPA 70 Use of a wall switch control in the power supplied to this fireplace is allowed Thermostatic function is included in the Remote Control Transmitter SEN Therefore no Thermostat wire is required FINALIZED REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER LOCATION AND MOUNTING HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS A remote control receiver a double gang box and a 10 foot long wire harness are supplied with this fireplace for mounting the double gt gang box at 4 feet above floor level on the left side of this fireplace Posi 39 1 4 tion remote receiver about 24 inches on the left side of the fireplace Do not attempt to locate the receiver on the right side and do not route the FINALIZED 10 foot cable on top of this fireplace The heat on top of this fireplace will WIDTH damage the 10 foot cable if you route the cable to the right side 171Page GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Correct gas pressure and proper gas supply line sizing is imperative to the successful performance of your Mendota gas fireplace Be sure the gas supplier or plumber carefully checks for correct gas pressure and gas line sizing when instal ling the fireplace e Itis critical to carefully check for gas leaks when hooking up the fireplace check with soap amp water solution e
15. 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 for the rest of the home Additionally in regions where cold air infiltration may be an issue the inside surfaces of the chase may be sheet rocked and taped for maximum air tightness To further prevent drafts the fire stops should be caulked with high temperature caulk to seal the gaps Gas line holes and other openings should be caulked with high temp caulk or stuffed with unfaced insulation If the appliance is being installed on a cement slab a layer of plywood may be placed underneath this fireplace to prevent conducting cold up into the room Figure 4 FINALIZED Framing Dimensions REMOTE RECEIVER MOUNTING BOX 2 GANG BOX 1 43 3 16 lt FINALIZED Re QW NS HEIGHT 42 2 N quA i 7 FLOOR TO N M WALL THIMBLE 2 Xl oi SL FINALIZED gt Ne ud WIDTH CMS 19 1 2 MIN DEPTH 131Page FRAMING DEPTH and FINISHING GUIDES The framing depth for this fireplace OUTER FINISHING GUIDES TOP L amp R is 19 1 2 inches This is a fixed depth required f
16. h CEILING 47 MIN CJ 42 1 2 ROUGH FRAMING CENTERLINE HEIGHT 7 OF VENT 34g le 42y MIN OPENING WIDTH Y Y Y VIL J m Y Y 18 18 min Non combustible Hearth T 1 protection required SEE HEARTH 16 15 HEARTH HEIGHT PROTECTION PAD R RATING PAGE 12 15 MIN R 1 RATING IS REQUIRED 2 px z CAUTION The distance from floor level to the centerline of the vent sag is given based on Simpson Duravent GS components using lt lt Q d 823 amp vent components of other brands do not assume that the 823 53 measurement given here is applicable Verify the distance to ge T 85155 centerline of vencap by measuring the components you will be using Eo 25225 gt n 95 8422 NOTE For every 1 this fireplace is raised off the floor 4 5 Ein 5 88558 the non combustible hearth protection pad may be reduced z 82522 by 2 If this fireplace is raised off the floor more than 6 a TLES le No hearth protection pad is required DISTANCE FROM FIREPLACE FACE NON COMBUSTIBLE FACING 9 Pac e MANTEL CLEARANCES Mantel Clearances for this fireplace may be measured from the top of the convection air opening or the floor level of this fireplace The location that is referenced normally to measure mantel clearances is the Top of the Convection Air Opening For ease how
17. heat supply Cet appareil doit tre utilis uniquement avec les types de gas indiqu s sur la plaque signal tique Ne pas l utiliser avec d autres gas sauf si un kitde conversion In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts certifi est install e Installation must be performed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter The installation must conform with local codes or in the e detector shall be installed in the room where absence of local codes with the current National Fuel the appliance is installed Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 or CAN CGA B149 1 Installation Code Installer l appareil selon les codes ou r glements locaux ou en l absence de tels r glements selon les Codes d installation CAN CGA B149 Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the heater and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water Ne pas se servir de cet appareil s il a t plong dans l eau compl tement ou en partie Appeler un technicien qualifi pour inspecter l appareil et remplacer toute partie du syst me de contr le et toute commande qui ont t plong s dans l lau READ and UNDERSTAND all instructions carefully before starting the appliance FAILURE TO FOLLOW these instruc tions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced befor
18. kPa b mm NOTE For altitudes above 2 000 feet some variations in air shutter settings may be required Manifold pressure must be taken at the OUTPUT PRESSURE tap and inlet pressure at the INLET PRESSURE tap with the burner operating by a qualified installer Perform pressure tests prior to installing facia material around this fire place WET PRESSURE Figure 9 Gas Valve Pressure Test Ports 191 GENERAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Each installation must conform to all local state and national codes Refer to the national fuel gas code and local zoning and 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 local codes the installation must conform to the most current edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 7223 1 also known 54 NOTE The Mendota FV41 M Fireplace is approved for mobile home and bedroom installations CAUTION The Mendota FV41 M Fireplace may be installed in a manufactured mobile home after the first sale of the home Man ufactured home mobile home installation must conform with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR Part 3280 or when such a standard is not applicable the Standard for Manufactured H
19. mount plate A Natural Gas to LPG conversion kit HA 78 00294 must be ordered and installed to convert the FV41 M Fireplace to burn LPG LP Conversion Kit HA 78 00294 contains the fol lowing parts One Motorized LP Pressure Regula tor and one Cap Orifices drill 52 Recommended Procedure To Convert This Fireplace To Burn LPG This fireplace arrives from the factory ready to burn Natural Gas If you intend to burn LPG it is highly rec ommended that you convert this fireplace and its Pres sure Regulator Pilot Orifice Thimble and Burner Orific es prior to placing this fireplace in its framed cavity MSN ANS See diagrams on this page and follow instructions to prepare this fireplace for conversion to LPG 1 Remove the Burner Air box by re moving 3screws spaces equally apart behind pilot light 2 Remove the left side blower mount Valve Pressure ing plate by removing 8 screws that Regulator secure it to the Firebox Left Face MAIN ORIFICE 3 Identify the Pilot Light Hood Main Burner Orifice and the Valve Pressure Regulator 38lPage WARNING It is of the utmost importance that the correct burner orifice be installed Turn off gas supply at the appliance service valve See diagrams on this page and identify the Pressure Regulator on the Valve Body VIEW FROM OUTSIDE FIREBOX 3 Using a Torx T20 or a slotted screwdriver remove 2 screws that se cure the NG Pressure Regulator to the gas valve body and
20. physique si des personnes risques habitent la maison Pour emp cher l acc s un foyer ou un po le installez une barri re de s curit cette mesure emp chera les tout petits les jeunes en fants et toute autre personne risque d avoir acc s la pi ce et aux surfaces chaudes These units MUST use one of the vent systems described in the Installing Your Fireplace section of the Installers Guide NO OTHER vent systems or components MAY BE USED This gas fireplace and vent assembly MUST be vented directly to the outside and MUST NEVER be attached to a chim ney serving a separate solid fuel burning appliance Each gas appliance MUST USE a separate vent system Common vent systems are PROHIBITED If the vent air intake system is disassembled for any reason reinstall per the instructions provided for the initial installa tion The vent system assembly for this fireplace must be periodically examined by a qualified service agency INSPECT the external vent cap on regular basis to make sure that no debris is interfering with the airflow The flow of combustion and ventilation air not to be obstructed DO NOT abuse the glass door by striking the glass slamming the door shut etc Use only authorized parts and materials obtained from Johnson Gas Appliance Company when replacing defective or damaged glass DO NOT USE abrasive cleaners on the glass door assembly DO NOT ATTEMPT to clean the glass door when it is hot Turn off th
21. specifications prices and the right to discontinue styles and products Some states do not allow the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state S0lPage CT Vin X j o LAN SS a q gt fi ne Ext Y TAA I OT ERA S358 Ur 7 deg 270 al LS Yj 4 MN 4 2 ROAR AO Johnson Gas Appliance Company 520 E Avenue N W Cedar Rapids IA 52405 Mendota Hearth Division WEBPAGE www johnsongas com or www mendotahearth com SilPage
22. sure to install approved flex gas line with brass to brass fittings to prevent gas leaks at connections e Gas supply piping must include a drip leg to eliminate the possibility of contaminants entering the gas train e Adhere strictly to local and national codes for entire installation FRONT e Correct gas pressure and proper gas supply line Figure 8 Gas Supply sizing is required and Electrical Supply GAS SUPPLY LINE SIZING Dee l This Mendota Gas Fireplace comes equipped with a 2 1 2 N P T Female inlet Gas supply piping must enter the Fireplace cabinet on the left side 110VAC INLET 2 An approved manual shut off ball valve as required by 14 2 CABLE REQ D J LL local codes must be installed at an accessible location bu da The appliance and its individual shut off valve must dis d O connected from the gas supply piping system during any 15 pressure testing of that system test pressures in excess 9 6 of 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 1 The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping 141 1216 system by closing its manual shut off ball valve during any LM pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa A proper gas line diameter must be selected to run from the supply regulator to the Fireplace Refer to the following table for proper gas pipe diameters Strictly adhere to the correct pipe sizes
23. to prevent condensa tion on window or the combustion air inlet to any other appliance 12 inches 30 cm minimum D Vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above Clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet 6 feet 1 8 m the terminal from the center line of the terminal 24 60 minimum cm min Clearance to unventilated soffit 24 min 60 cm min L 1 Clearance above paved side walk or a paved driveway located on public property 7 feet 2 1 m minimum F Clearance to outside corner 7 inches 18 cm Clearance under veranda porch deck or balcony 12 inches 30 cm minimum 2 G Clearance to inside corner 12 inches 30 cm Vinyl surfaces require 24 min 60 cm N Minimum 24 horizontal clearance to any surface such as an exterior surface for vertical terminations T vent shall not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved driveway which is located between two single family dwel lings and serves both dwellings Only permitted if veranda porch deck or balcony is fully open on a minimum of two sides beneath the floor As specified in CGA B1 19 Installation Codes 1991 Note Local codes or regulations may require different clearances Clearances are in accordance with local installation codes and the requirements of the gas supplier Degagement conforme aux codes d installation locaux et aux exigences du foumisseunde gaz 2lPage FLUE VENTING COMPONENTS IDENTIFICAT
24. vent pipe will penetrate the exterior v Cut and frame 10 3 4 wide x 10 3 4 high opening in the wall The hole gt run level or have rise per foot of run AND be perpendicular to the wall E cated to meet all local and national building codes Do not allow the terminati wall being penetrated is non combustible material i e masonry block brick ble Attach the 90 degree elbow to the fireplace starter adapter Attach a horizontal section to the 90 degree elbow Be sure all vent component connections are in their fully twist locked position and are leak proof Be sure 1000 sealant is used on the inner pipe joints of all pipe sections manufactured by Simpson DuraVent The length of the horizontal piece that fits through the wall will be determined by the location of the fireplace relative to the wall For a normal in stallation where this fireplace is installed directly against an exterior wall constructed using 2x4 lumber or 2x6 lumber only a 6 horizontal section is required There MUST be a minimum of 1 air space clearance to combustibles from all vent components 2 above horizontal runs and horizontal discharge elbows A wall thimble must always be used when penetrating combustible wall materials From the exterior of the home slide the horizontal vent cap over the end of the horizontal pipe and tightly secure the cap to the wall with screws Seal with a hig
25. 1 M Fireplace which is limited and used under normal home conditions STANDARD WARRANTY JOHNSON GAS APPLIANCE CO MENDOTA DIVISION WARRANTS THAT YOUR NEW MENDOTA FIREPLACE IS FREE FROM MANUFACTURING AND MATERIAL DEFECTS FOR A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF INSTALLATION SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS EXTENDED LIFETIME WARRANTY THE HEAT EXCHANGER BURNER TUBE COMBUSTION CHAMBER AND OUTER SHIELD OF THE MENDOTA FV41 M FIREPLACE ARE WARRANTED FOR THE LIFETIME OF THE ORIGINAL OWNER SUBJECT TO PROOF OF PURCHASE AND THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS 1 This new Mendota Fireplace must be installed amp serviced by a competent authorized service contractor It must be installed and operated at all times in accordance with the installation and operating instructions furnished with the Fireplace All adjustments to logs coals or burner must be made by an authorized Mendota person Any alteration willful abuse accident or misuse of the product shall nullify this warranty This warranty does not cover glass or log breakage This limited warranty does not cover the cost of service calls the cost of labor to remove or install parts covered by this limited warranty freight or other transportation expenses which may be incurred in connection with obtaining performances under this limited warranty The remedy for dam ages as the result of any defects in this product which have been warranted herein is limited to re
26. ACEMENT 1 45 LISTING LABEL INFORMATION eb 46 MENDOTA WARRANTY QUALIFICATION amp SERVICE REFERENCE FORM ii 47 MENDOTA EXTENDED LIFETIME PROTECTION AND LIMITED WARRANTY iii 50 4lPage Specific Requirements for the Common Wealth of Massachusetts The information in this section applies to all installations performed in the Common Wealth of Massachusetts only 8 For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven 7 feet above grade the following requirements shall be satisfied 1 If there is no carbon monoxide detector with an alarm already installed in compliance with the most cur rent edition of NFPA 720 NFPA 70 and the Massachusetts State Building code in the residential unit served by the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment a battery operated carbon monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed in compliance with the most current edition of NFPA 720 NFPA 70 and the Massachusetts State Building Code 2 n addition to the above requirements if there is not one already present a carbon monoxide detector with an alarm and a battery backup shall be installed and located in accordance with the installation re quirements supplied with the detector on the floor level where the gas equipment is installed T
27. GREE ELBOWS Two 45 degree elbows may be used in place of one 90 degree elbow On 45 degree runs one foot of diagonal pipe is equal to 8 1 2 inches horizontal run and 8 1 2 inches vertical run Two 45 degree elbows may be connected directly to the vent starter adapter on this fireplace to create an offset to provide the required clearances to combustible framing or sheathing materials Two 45 degree elbows may be connected directly to the top of this fireplace to create a horizontal offset 20 feet maxi mum horizontal run allowed with this offset configuration only if the first vertical section connected directly to the last 45 degree elbow is more than 4 feet long For maximum allowable horizontal distances with the 45 degree offsets see the Master Venting Configuration Chart Note Each horizontally positioned 45 elbow reduces the maximum horizontal distance by 172 SUPPORT Horizontal runs of pipe will require one vent support for every 3 ft of pipe 25lPage APPROVED VENT SYSTEMS QUICK REFERENCE CHART Figure 15 Vent Systems ZERO VERTICAL HORIZONTAL TERMINATION VERTICAL RISE HORIZONTAL TERMINATION STRAIGHT UP VERTICAL VENTING APPROVED ZERO VERTICAL DUAL 90 ELBOWS VERTICAL TERMINATION VERTICAL RISE DUAL 90 ELBOWS VERTICAL TERMINATION VERTICAL RISE DUAL 90 ELBOWS HORIZONTAL TERMINATION VERTICAL RISE TRIPLE 90 ELBOWS _ HORIZONTAL TERMINATIO
28. ION DO NOT SEPARATE TELESCOPING SECTIONS USE TELESCOPING SECTIONS AS COMPLETE ASSEMBLIES HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION INFORMATION Prior to installing at altitudes higher than 7500 please contact the Mendota technical service department for specific venting requirements and venting restrictions 6 or 7 PIPE DuraVent 6 Amerivent 7 Figure 13 Flue Venting Components 6 90 GALVANIZED ELBOW __ 45 GALVANIZED ELBOW 8 ATTIC INSULATION SHIELD 12 9 ROOF FLASHING 0 12 TO 6 12 23lPage FV41 M MASTER FLUE VENTING REQUIREMENTS CHART NOTE THIS CHART IS APPLICABLE TO BOTH NATURAL GAS AND LPG INSTALLATIONS IMPORTANT NOTES See Figure 15 below 1 18 inches maximum horizontal pipe run allowed with 90 elbow connected directly to this fireplace s flue starter col lar 2 Maximum Vertical Run allowed is 50 feet 3 Maximum Vent System length allowed is 50 feet Figure 14 4 In Zone 20 feet maximum hori zontal run allowed with a 4 feet starter section the starter vertical section is less than 4 feet use the chart and reduce 3 feet for every 90 elbow in stalled after the first 90 elbow 5 In Zone 20 feet maximum hori zontal run allowed only if the first ver tical section connected directly to the top of this fireplace is 4 feet or longer Three 90 elbows be installed anywh
29. Ko BurnGreen AMERICA S LUXURY FIREPLACE FULLVIEW RECTANGLE DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE HEATER Model FV41 M INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL DOCUMENT NO FV41 M IM 0511 NATIONAL We recommend that our gas INSTITUTE hearth products be installed and serviced by profes sionals who are certified in the U S by the National Fireplace Institute NFI as CERTIFIED Gas Specialists www nficertified org WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property dam age personal injury or loss of life Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Open windows Do not touch electrical switches Do not try to light any appliance Extinguish any open flame Do not use the phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas suppli er WARNING Do NOT use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water A WARNING HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE BURNS DO NOT TOUCH G
30. LASS JNTIL COOLED NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO TOUCH GLASS 1 AVERTISSEMENT Assurez vous de bien suivre les instructions donn dans cette notice pour r duire au min imum le risque d incendie ou pour viter tout dommage mat eriel toute blessure ou la mort e Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d essence ni d autres vape rurs ou liquides inflammables dans le voisinage de cet appareil ou de tout autre appareil 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 batiment o vous VOUS trouvez Appelez imm diatement votre fournisseur de gaz depuis un voisin Suivez les instructions du fournisseur Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de gaz appe lez le service dos incendies L installation et service doit tre ex cut par un quali fi installer agence de service ou le fournisseur de gaz INSTALLER Leave this manual with the appliance CONSUMER Retain this manual for future reference INSTALLATEUR Laissez cette notice avec l appareil CONSOMMATEUR Conservez cette notice pour consulta tion ult rieure Une surface vitr e chaude peut causer des br lures Laisser refroidir la surface vitr e avant d y toucher Ne permettez jamais un enfant de toucher la surface vitr e SAFETY AND WARNING INFORMATION FOR YOUR SAFETY qualified installer service agency or the gas
31. LTER UN INSTALLATEUR EXP RIMENT UNE AG vrbe OU COTRE COMPAGNIE GAZIERE POUR UTILISATION AVEC PORTES EN VERRE CERTIFIEE L APPAREIL SEULEMENT PAS Er AVEC LE VERRIERE ENLEVER CRAQUELURE BRISE SNS DORE THE APPLIANCE WITH GLASS REMOVED CRACKED OR BROKEN REPLACEMENT OF THE PANEL S SHOULD BE DONE BY LICENSED OR CAUTIONNER ERE L APPAREIL AVEC LE VERRE ENLEVE CRAQUE OU CASSE LE REMPLACEMENT DU PANNEAU S DEVRAIT TRE FAT PAR UNE PERSONNE DE SERVICE QUALIFIE ou autoris GAS SDE P TROLE g ET A GPU INPUT RATING BTR HR O 2000ft 0610 ENTREE NOMINALE INPUT RATING 0 20001 0 610m MINIMALE ENTREE NOMNALE ORIFICE 0 20008 ORIFICE 2000 50008 610 1370m ORIFICE INPUT RATING ferunt 2000 gu MAXIMUM OUTPUT BTUMR SORTIE MAX MANIFOLD PRESSURE On wc Pa PRESSION AU COLLECTEUR MANIFOLD PRESSURE LOW in w c MPa PRESSION AU COLLECTEUR MINIMALE MINIMUM INLET PRESSURE in w c PRESSION D ENTR E MINIMALE HIS APPLIANCE 16 ONLY WTH THE OF GAS INDICATED ON THE RATING E AND MAY BE INSTALLED IN AN AFTER LOCATED ACTURED MOBILE HOME WHERE bt prr ED BY LOCAL CODES OWNER S MANUAL FOR DETAILS CET APPAREIL SERA INSTALL CONFOR AVEC LES CODES LOCAUX LE CAS CH ANT SI AUCUN CODE N EXIST SUIVEZ LA NORME ANSI 2223 1 OULA NORME CAN CGA 8149 THIS VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATER 5 FOR USE WITH AIR FILTERS Foyer gaz vacuation Ne pas u
32. N APPROVED APPROVED DN VERTICAL RISE TRIPLE 90 ELBOWS VERTICAL TERMINATION THREE HORIZONTAL DISCHARGE 90 ELBOWS APPROVED w RESTRICTIONS APPROVED APPROVED APPROVED 26lPage ZERO RISE HORIZONTAL TERMINATION The FV41 M Fireplace must be installed by a qualified Mendota approved serviceperson Maximum Horizontal Run allowed is 18 inches if a 90 degree elbow is connected directly to this fireplace s flue starter collar When a 90 degree elbow is connected directly to this fireplace the horizontal c inches up from the floor level of this Fireplace See Figure 14 MASTER FLUE VENTING REQUIREMENTS CHART and Figure below Use fixed pipe sections in place of adjustable pipe section s wherever possibl inner pipe joints that do not have factory installed gasket material Always maintain 1 clearance from vent pipe sides and bottom to combustibles lt runs top of horizontal discharge elbows Do not fill air spaces with insula SS 1 Position fireplace desired location See Figure 13 for guidelines proper 051 home Check to determine if wall studs are in the way when venting system j want to adjust the fireplace location or modify the exterior wall framing to 7 n Measure from the floor level of the fireplace up 45 1 2 inches add rise f wall directly at the center of where the
33. areas and away from furniture and draperies En raison des temp ratures lev es l appareil devrait tre install dans un endroit o il y a peu de circulation et loin du mobilier et des tentures Clothing or flammable material SHOULD NOT BE PLACED on or near the appliance On ne devrait pas placer de v te ments ni d autres mati res inflammables sur l appareil ni proximit Children and adults should be ALERTED to the hazards of high surface temperature and should STAY AWAY to avoid burns or clothing ignition Les enfants et les adultes devraient tre inform s des dangers que posent les temp ratures de surface lev es et se tenir distance afin d viter des br lures ou que leurs v tements ne s enflamment Young children should be CAREFULLY SUPERVISED when they in the same room as the appliance Toddlers young children and others may be susceptible to accidental contact burns A physical barrier is recommended if there are at risk individuals in the house To restrict access to a fireplace or stove install an adjustable safety gate to keep toddlers young children and other at risk individuals out of the room and away from hot surfaces Les jeunes enfants devraient tre surveill s troitement lorsqu ils se trouvent dans la m me pi ce que l appareil Les tout petits les jeunes enfants ou les adultes peuvent subir des br lures s ils viennent en con tact avec la surface chaude est recommand d installer une barri re
34. ay result from any of the following actions Installation by unau thorized personnel installation of any damaged component unauthorized modification of vent system installation of any components not approved by Mendota failure to meet all clearance requirements failure to properly twist lock and posi tively seal all components Consult local building codes before beginning the installation WARNING Always maintain required clearances air spaces to combustibles to prevent a fire hazard Do not fill air spaces with insu lation Check installation instructions for minimum clearance requirements between the outer walls of the vent pipe and nearby combustible surfaces Be sure to check the vent termination clearance requirements from decks windows soffit gas regulators air supply inlets and public walkways as specified in these installation instructions and local building codes SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR THE INSTALLER 1 Wear gloves and safety glasses 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 directly to the outside of the building and never attached to a chim ney serving another solid fuel or gas burning appliance Each direct vent gas appliance must have its own separate vent system Common vent systems are prohibited To assure proper venting performance of this high performan
35. ce Mendota Direct Vent Fireplace it is critical that all brands of vent pipe sections are sealed tightly and leak proof This means that all pipe sections must be carefully rotated into the fully twist locked position We strongly recommend that fixed length pipe sections be used in place of telescoping sections whenever poss ible Note When using vent pipe and components that do not incorporate a fiberglass or graphite gasket at the inner exhaust tube joints you must use Milpak 1000F silicate stove sealant 65 06 00909 Aluminum foil tape may be used on the outer air intake pipe joint but is not mandatory Local Codes may vary Contact your dealer for proper materials Do not separate telescoping sections They must be used as complete as semblies Figure 11 Twist Lock Piping COMPONENT TWIST LOCK CONNECTION PROCEDURE Emm peu come 2472 LOCKING LUGS DuraVent and American Metals pipe and fittings are designed with special twist lock connections Twist lock procedure is as follows four 4 indenta 7 tions located on the female ends of pipes and fittings are designed to slide straight in to the male ends of the adjacent pipes and fittings by orienting the four pipe indentations so that they match and slide into the four entry slots on the male ends Push the pipe sections completely together then twist lock one section clock wise approximately 14 turn until the two sections are fully locked T
36. ck Doing so will not allow installation of decorative fronts on this fireplace After the Hearthpad is built remove the Hearth Pad guide and discard if you do not wish the guide to be visible In some instances you will want the guide left permanently based on your aesthetic judgment To remove the Hearth Pad Guide first remove the Glass Frame Identify the plastic Rivet heads inside the fireplace body Use a sharp utility knife to I pry or cut the plastic rivet head and rivet base Lift the Hearth Pad Spacer upwards and remove FRONT MAX THICK HEARTH MIN R 1 RATING IS REQUIRED j FIGURES 18 min Non combustible Hearth bem protection required SEE HEARTH PROTECTION PAD R RATING PAGE 12 This fireplace may be installed in an elevated position by created an elevated deck and an appropriate framed enclosure NOTE This fireplace may be elevated but MUST allow a minimum of 72 dis tance between this fireplace s floor level and the ceiling NOTE For every 1 this fireplace is raised off the floor the non combustible hearth protection pad may be reduced by 2 If this fireplace is raised off the floor more than 6 No hearth protection pad is required Figure 7 PRY or CUT RIVET HEAD USING A SHARP EDGE REPEAT FOR 4 RIVETS 16lPage GENERAL INFORMATION Your Mendota Gas Fire
37. e 0 584 121 Fan Control Module 0 584 905 GTMFS Wire Harness DFC Wire Harness Assembly Includes Pilot 8 Switch The appliance must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the current NFPA 70 National Electric Code or CSA C22 1 Canadian Electrical Code Caution Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and danger ous operation and Verify proper operation after servicing Attention Au moment de l entretien des commandes tiquetez tous les fils avant le d branchement Des erreurs de c gt blage peuvent entraTun fonctionnement inad quat et dangereux S assurer que l appareil fonctionne ad quate ment une fois l entretien termin 44 Page GLASS FRAME ASSEMBLY REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT DO NOT substitute other manufac turer s materials or components DO NOT operate unit with cracked broken or missing glass DO NOT abuse the glass door by striking the glass slamming the door shut etc TO REPLACE DAMAGED GLASS WARNING Use only authorized parts and materials obtained from Johnson Gas Appliance Company when replacing defective or damaged glass WARNING Do not operate this appliance with the glass removed cracked or broken Glass should be re place by a licensed or qualified person 1 Bend Glass Retainer Tabs up 90 degrees
38. e regulator assembly as shown in Fig 3 and Fig 4 Use the supplied screws F M4 x 0 7 threaded length of thread L 16 mm 0 0 5 mm steel material resistance class 8 8 see Fig 5 5 Manually thread the two conversion kit mounting screws into the valve body Use a standard screwdriver or T20 Torx bit and tighten to the screws with a fixing torque of 25lb in 596 IN THE EVENT THAT THE THREADS OF THE VALVE ARE STRIPPED OR DAMAGED REPLACE THE VALVE 6 X Install the enclosed identification label to the valve body where it can be easily seen 7 STEPPER MOTOR and valve electrical connections apply gas to system and relight appliance according to manufacturers instructions 8 With the main burner test the new pressure regulator assembly for leaks using a soap solution 9 Relight the main burner and verify proper burner ignition and operation WAR NING Installation should be carried out in a clean environment WAR NING is modulating conversion kit must ONLY pdd rod kit supplied by the APPLIANCE MANUFACTURER for specific appliance and type of gas being converted con ved a be guaranteed if the conversion kit correct system cannot valve has been or has sustained strong impact INSTALLER NOTICE These instructions must be left with appliance 40 LP GAS PRESSURE REQUIREMENTS Inlet and manifold gas pressure checking taps are located o
39. e gas before servicing this appliance It is recommended that a qualified service technician perform an ap pliance check up at the beginning of each heating season DO NOT place furniture or any other combustible household objects within 36 inches of the fireplace front Contents SAFETY AND WARNING 2 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COMMON WEALTH OF 5 FV41 M FULL VIEW GAS FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS 6 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR FV41 M M tentent nrbe nn decns S aaa eine anta 7 BUILDING PERMIT AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION APPROVAL REQUIREMENTS 8 GENERAL APPLIANGE SPECIFICATIONS dt tue eat de ce ECL E tte cafe dent tee 9 ier aree cii idet dien eas s Sorted baisse 10 CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES FROM APPLIANCE SURFACES eene nre 11 PLANNING THE 12 ROUGE FRAMING DIMENSIONS dattes eue date rer e OR Deer e ren te 13 FRAMING DEPTH AND FINISHING 5 14 FINISHING MATERIALS INSTALLATION 15 HEARTH PROTECTION PAD REQUIREMENTS 16 GENERAL INFORBMALTION enit Ped Cere teet eee 17 GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS ei
40. e glass frame Insert tool into hole in spring latch pull latch towards you rotate latch so the hook is facing downward then release latch to hook to door frame Door is now connected and sealed to unit The following Check Off Lists must be completed prior to final operation of the Fireplace 1 INSERT 3 ROTATE Nc ES 4 RELEASE 33 INSTALLATION CHECK OFF LIST OO D LU Co axial vent rigid pipe wall vent cap or roof vent cap must be installed by a Mendota approved person in accordance with instructions All joints must be secured twist locked and leak proof 1000 F sealant must be used on the inner pipe joints of all Du raVent pipe sections Horizontal or vertical vent cap must be installed right side up and tightly sealed to structure per instructions Vent Caps must be Mendota approved Proper exterior and interior clearances for vent systems and locations for wall vent cap roof vent cap must be maintained Carefully check for correct gas pressure proper size gas lines and for gas leaks 115 V electrical service and gas supply must be installed in accordance with instructions and local and national codes LIGHTING CHECK OFF LIST 341Page All items on Installation Check Off List see above must be completed Check for gas leaks and gas pressures prior to installing facing materials Install f
41. e operating this appliance Tout cran ou protec teur retir pour permettre l entretien de l appareil doit tre remis en place avant de mettre l appareil en marche READ and UNDERSTAND all instructions carefully before starting the appliance FAILURE TO FOLLOW these instruc tions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced before operating this appliance Tout cran ou protec teur retir pour permettre l entretien de l appareil doit tre remis en place avant de mettre l appareil en marche THIS UNIT IS NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL Installation and repair should be PERFORMED by a qualified service person The appliance and venting system should be INSPECTED before initial use and at least annually by a professional service person More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting bedding material etc It is IMPERATIVE that the unit s control compart ment burners and circulating air passageways ARE KEPT CLEAN to provide for adequate combustion and ventilation air Always KEEP the appliance clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids NEVER OBSTRUCT the flow of combustion and ventilation air Keep the front of the appliance CLEAR of all obstacles and materials for servicing and proper operation 2 Page Due to high temperature the appliance should be LOCATED out of traffic
42. eat producing gas direct vent sealed combustion fireplace This elegant highly efficient Fireplace will be a constant source of comfort and fascination It will be the focal point of beauty and interest in your home This Mendota Gas Fireplace is a true heating appliance incorporating modern aesthetics of fire viewing with the controlla bility and fuel efficiency of a home gas furnace Of particular interest is the low fuel consumption and brilliant fire viewing afforded by the high efficiency combustion system Carefully read the following instructions prior to actual installation Proper Mendota Gas Fireplace installation and opera tion will give you years of safe trouble free comfort and enjoyment If you have any questions regarding installation or operation of your Mendota Fireplace please contact your local dealer CAUTION Due to high temperatures the Fireplace should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperature and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the Mendota Gas Fireplace Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the Fireplace Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an appliance must be replaced prior to operating this appliance The Mendota Gas Fireplace is a powerful and efficient heating u
43. elles sp cifiquement approuv es avec cet appareil sont utilis es Two media choices are available directly from Mendota for use on the FV41 M model Select one media and purchase separately Media Choices 1 Black Glossy Glass Media 1 2 diameter 5 6 bag 2 Natural Rocks Fiber Media 1 1 1 4 diameter mixture 70 pieces in random colors 3 Other media options may be available Contact your Mendota dealer How to install burner media properly 1 Spread media on burner s top surface only Do not block air slots that are in front behind or on sides of burner 2 Burner Media shall be only 1 layer thick and loosely spread over burner surface DO NOT pack tightly Allow 1 8 space between media pieces Save extra media that is not used FLAME APPEARANCE ADJUSTMENT AIR SHUTTER ADJUSTMENTS Be sure burner and burner media are properly For Natural Gas applications leave air shutter closed fully For LPG appli cations start with air shutter open 74 to 3 8 After burner has been properly installed and operated for 20 minutes small additional adjustments to the air shutter may be ne cessary for final flame appearance These small shutter adjustments can be made by following these procedures NOTE Start with the burner air shutter set at 0 to 1 8 open for NG and 1 2 to 3 8 open LPG Open ing the shutter will yield shorter and blue er flames and closing the shutter will yield taller and yellow er flames The b
44. equire a proper support every 3 ft of vent pipe THERE MUST BE A MINIMUM OF 1 CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES FROM ALL VENT PIECES ON THE SIDES AND BOTTOM AND 2 ABOVE HORIZONTAL RUNS NOTE DO NOT SEPARATE TELESCOPING SECTIONS THEY MUST BE USED AS COMPLETE ASSEMBLIES A wall thimble must always be used when penetrating combustible wall materials NOTE Combustible wall thickness must be 4 to 8 maximum 1 90 ELBOW From the exterior of the home slide the horizontal vent cap over the TOP VENT end of the horizontal pipe and tightly secure the vent cap to the wall with screws Seal with high quality caulking HORIZONTAL TERMINATION NOTE Venting terminal Vent Cap should not be recessed into wall or siding V H 0 18 12 6 2 11 3 15 6 4 30 20 For V greater than 30 see Figure 15 Figure 18 28lPage 29 VERTICAL RISE DUAL 90 ELB gt M HORIZONTAL TERMINATION Figure 19 Figure 20 VERTICAL THROUGH THE ROOF VENTING The maximum vertical run of vent pipe is 50 ft from the top of the fireplace The fireplace will support a run of a maximum of 50 ft Maintain 1 air space clearances on all sides of vents 2 above horizontal runs If an offset is re
45. ere within the 20 feet horizontal run reduction in horizontal is quired for the 90 elbows used 2 HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION 7 INFORMATION Prior to installing at alti tudes higher than 7500 please contact the Mendota technical service department 10 0 for specific venting requirements and venting restrictions THREE 90 ELBOWS MAX IF HORIZONTALLY TERMINATED IN ZONE V min 0 in Gin es 12 in 18 in 24 in 11 36 in 156 4 ft 30 ft 20 Sift 50 ft Varies 24 IMPORTANT VENTING CONFIGURATION NOTES See Figure 14 MASTER FLUE VENTING REQUIREMENTS CHART HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION INFORMATION Prior to installing at altitudes higher than 7500 please contact the Mendota technical service department for specific venting requirements and venting restrictions MAXIMUM HORIZONTAL RUN A Maximum Horizontal Run allowed is 20 feet if a vertical starter section that is between 4 feet to 30 feet is con nected directly to this fireplace s flue starter collar and no more than three 3 90 degree elbows are used B Maximum Horizontal Run allowed is 18 if a 90 degree elbow is connected directly to this fireplace s flue starter collar MAXIMUM VENT SYSTEM LENGTH A Combined total length of all straight pipe sections in the vent system shall be less than 50 feet B Combined total length of all st
46. ever measure up from the floor level of this fireplace The chart and diagram in this page provide all the refer ence dimensional information necessary in determining the distance a combustible mantel may protrude out from the face surface of this fireplace The Chart at right shows the Distance from Fireplace Face the combustible mantel may pro trude outward at a Distance up From Floor Level of this Fireplace If you prefer to take measurements from the Top of the Convection Air Opening note that the Top of the convection air opening is 30 inches up from the floor level of this fireplace WARNING Make proper use of this chart Do not compromise the specifications contained in this chart Failure to adhere to proper clearances required to combustibles may cause spontaneous combustion of the mantel and may result in a fire causing property damage personal injury or loss of life Figure 1 Mantel Clearances NON COMBUSTIBLE ZONE I 48 NON COMBUSTIBLE ZONE 3NDZ 1 115 5 RIT j in 291 p 18
47. for use at an altitude of Orifice size Manifold Pressure Input Btu h Fuel Type Date of conversion Converted by Cet appreeil a t converti au Injecteur Pression la tubulure d alimentation D oit calorifique 42 41 VALVE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT PARTS FV41 M VALVE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 1 1 HA 77 00159 VALVE HEAT SHIELD 2 2 65 07 00024 1 8 NPT to Flex CF Coupler 3 1 05 04 00050 SIT Pilot Assembly 4 2 65 14 00038 ORIFICE 38 5 1 05 02 00344 885 PROFLAME SIT VALVE 6 1 65 07 00753 Elbow 90 Deg 3 8 Flared Tube X 3 8 NPT Male Brass 7 1 65 07 00012 BCF 3 8 TBE X 3 8MPT COMP ELBW 8 1 55 02 00089 3 8 FLARED FLEXTUBE SS X 9 9 1 55 02 00073 TUBING 3 8 OD X 10 SS 304 10 1 55 02 00073 TUBING 3 8 OD X 10 SS 304 Figure 24 FV41 M VALVE ASSEMBLY Sape 777 7 RACE MITAC t OF GAM ET ATTAC r NUMELE 22 0 409021 SN N m SL 53 DS f OG POUND MIRE TO PLOT LIGHT PLOT 1 TUBE DO THER TH 43 FV41 M GAS IGNITION SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM Proflame System Sense Electrode Configuration 885 GTMFS Illustrated Wire Diagram cq Switch 0 885 00 Proflame Valve 0000 ao Electronic Modulation Wir
48. furnace blowers or ceiling fans The most efficient method for overall heat distribution within a single room is a ceiling fan The heat output of the Fireplace can be reduced to a low 13 000 BTUH by turning off the Rear Burner and reducing flame height using the remote control Blower can be turned down or turned off to reduce heat output AESTHETIC CONSIDERATIONS Burning or static fireplaces are a major aesthetic focus in any room Locate your gas fireplace as you would a television set The Mendota Hearth Gas Fireplace will be a continuing source of comfort and fascination Corner installations will afford you the greatest potential for viewing in many rooms We suggest installing this Mendota Fireplace a minimum of 12 inches above the floor by utilizing an elevated hearth This fireplace may be installed in an elevated position as long as 72 in minimum dis tance is provided between the floor level of this fireplace and the room s ceiling surface ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Electronic Ignition System Dual Blowers and an Accent Light system are included in this Mendota Direct Vent Fireplace These devices require REMOTE RECEIVER constant electrical power except during power outages A 115 volt elec trical service must be supplied at the fireplace location at the time of in E 7 stallation on the left side of this fireplace It must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in their absence with the current edition of the
49. h quality caulking NOTE Combustible wall thickness must be 4 to 8 maximum NOTE Vent Cap should not be recessed into wall or siding ZERO VERTICAL HORIZONTAL TERMINATION H 18 INCHES MAXIMUM Figure 17 Horizontal Termination 27 VERTICAL RISE HORIZONTAL TERMINATION The minimum vertical section required to be connected directly to the starter adapter on this fireplace is 48 inches when used with a maximum horizontal run of 20 ft If the total length of the vertical sections connected directly to the starter adapter on this fireplace is between 4 feet and 41 feet you are allowed a maximum 20 feet horizontal run This fireplace provides a maximum flexibility in the use of 90 elbows when more than 4 feet of vertical starter section is connected to the starter collar If 4 feet or more vertical section is connected to the starter collar you may use three 90 degree elbows and 20 feet of horizontal pipe sections No reduction in horizontal run is required for the use of the elbows For other vent ing configurations within these maximum limits see Figure 15 Zone A and Zone B Combined total length of all pipe sections include restriction of elbows in the vent system shall be less than 64 feet NOTE The horizontal run of vent pipe must be level or have 4 rise for every 1 of run toward the termination Never allow the vent to run downward This will cause high temperatures and the possibility of a fi
50. he carbon monoxide detector with an alarm shall comply with 527 CMR ANSI UL 2034 Standards or CSA 6 19 and the most current edition of NFPA 720 In the event that the requirements of this subdivision cannot be met at the time of the completion of the installation of the equipment the installer shall have a period of thirty 30 days to comply with this requirement provided however that during said thirty 30 day period a battery operated carbon monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed in compliance with the most current edition of NFPA 720 NFPA 70 and the Massachusetts State Building Code In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic the carbon monoxide detector may be installed on the next adjacent habitable floor level Such detector may be a battery operated carbon monoxide detector with an alarm and shall be installed in compliance with the most current edition of NFPA 720 NFPA 70 and the Massachusetts State Building Code 3 Ametal or plastic identification plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a min imum height of eight 8 feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment The sign shall read in print size no less than one half 1 2 inch in size GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS 4 Afinal inspection by the state or loca
51. he female locking lugs will not be visible from the outside on the black pipe or fittings _ T LOCKINC LUGS They may be located by examining inside of the female ends HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION INFORMATION Prior to installing at altitudes higher than 7500 please contact the Mendota technical service department for specific vent ing requirements and venting restrictions 21lPage EXTERIOR VENT LOCATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS ALL MEASUREMENTS FROM CENTER LINE OF VENT CAP Figure 12 Exterior Vent Area where terminal is not permitted V Vent Terminal 2 INSIDE S E CORNER DETAIL posea S FIXED CLOSED VENT TERMINAL AIR SUPPLY INLET AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED A Clearance above grade veranda porch deck or balco H Not to be installed above a meter regulator assembly ny 12 inches 30 cm minimum Vinyl surfaces re within 3 feet 90 cm horizontally from the center line of quire 24 min the regulator B Clearance to window or door that may be opened m 12 inches 30 cm minimum I Clearance to service regulator vent outlet 3 feet 92 cm minimum J Clearance to non mechanical air supply inlet to building C Clearance to permanently closed window minimum 12 inches 30 cm recommended
52. ible material other than wood flooring the appliance shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the appliance An 8 combustible mantel may be installed at a minimum of 18 above top of the heat outlet 48 up from the floor level of this fire place and no more than 8 out from wall at that height Non combustible marble brick stone etc mantels can be installed at any desired height above the top convection air opening Combustible Mantels of any depth with a sheet metal protector plate in its under side may only be installed outside the NON COMBUSTILBE ZONE above the top convection air opening Never block off convection air openings or paths Always use Mendota decorative fronts and Mendota approved vent systems and vent caps A non combustible hearth protector with a total insulation rating of R 1 is required when installing this fireplace directly on the floor and must extend a minimum of 18 in front of the fireplace For every 1 inch the fireplace is raised off the floor the depth of the hearth protector may be reduced by 2 inches If fireplace is raised off the floor 6 or more no hearth protector is required HEATING PERFORMANCE With its high heat output this Mendota Fireplace will heat a large area of your home if located properly to maximize heat air cir culation Air movement options for maximizing heat circulation that can be considered are the continuous operation of central heating
53. iction If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly a fire explosion or production of carbon monoxide may result causing property damage per sonal injury or loss of life The qualified service agency is responsible for the proper installation of this kit The in stallation is not proper and complete until the operation of the converted appliance is checked as specified in the owner instructions supplied with the kit Cet quipement de conversion sera install par une agence qualifi e de service conform ment aux instructions du fabricant et toutes exigences et codes applicables de l autoris s avoir la juridiction Si l information dans cette Instruction n est pas suivie ex actement un feu explosion ou production de protoxyde de carbone peut r sulter le dommages causer de propri t perte ou blessure personnelle de vie L agence qualifi e de service est esponsable de l installation propre de cet quipement L installa tion n est pas propre et compl te jusqu l op ration de l appareil converti est ch que suivant les crit res tablis dans les instruc tions de propri taire provisionn es avec l quipement Caution The electrical supply to the fireplace must be turned off prior to performing the conversion The gas supply must be shut off prior to discon necting the electrical power Remove Screws and lift out Burner Airbox Remove 8 screws and remove ORIFICE SIZES REQUIREMENT left side blower
54. ion process the qualified amm service technician must light the pilot light and verify the relationship between the pilot light flames and the main burners The pilot light flames directed towards the propagation ports on the rear and front burner must overlap the propagation ports on the burners The pilot light flames must be a minimum of 22 long and must overlap the propagation ports on both the rear and front burners as shown in the diagram below Verify that the burner tubes ignite quickly and the burner flames propagate smoothly along the entire length of the burners PILOT FLAME LENGTH ADJUSTMENT If the pilot light flame length is too short and the system does not maintain a standing pilot a qualified installer may increase the length of the pilot light flames to meet the two requirements Minimum pilot light length to maintain a standing pilot light and the pilot light flames must be long enough to overlap burner flame propagation ports gt 1 amp 41 CHECKING FOR NORMAL BURNER 5 IGNITION CHARACTERISTICS Once the conversion to LPG and all the above steps have been completed install Burner Media and light the main burner On the Remote Transmitter push On Off button to Change Thermostat Mode to MANUAL The pilot system will begin to spark and then the Main burner should light and flame should not lift off burner If there is any delay in ignition or if flame is lifting off burner turn off bu
55. l gas inspector of the side wall horizontally vented equipment shall not be performed until proof is provided that the state or local electrical inspector having jurisdiction has granted a permit for installation of carbon monoxide detectors and alarms as required above EXEMPTIONS The following equipment is exempt from 248 CMR 5 08 2 a 1 through 4 1 The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled Equipment Not Required To Be Vented in the most current edition of NFPA 54 as adopted by the Board and 2 Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in a room or structure sepa rate from the dwelling building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes When the manufacturer of Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas equipment provides a venting system design or venting system components with the equipment the instructions for installation of the equipment and the venting system shall include 1 A complete parts list for the venting system design or venting system and 2 Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting system design or the venting system components d When the manufacturer of a Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment does not 5 provide the parts for venting the flue gases but identifies special venting systems the following shall be tisfied 1 The referenced special venting system instructi
56. n changes in heat output excessive burner noise etc are nearly always the result of changes in gas pressure or improper gas pres sure at the time of the installation The most important item to check during initial installation and the first thing to check when problems are the input and output gas Gas is normally supplied to a residence at 1 2 PSI 13 15 W C 3 KPA A pressure regulator is then placed outside the residence near the gas meter which drops this pressure to 7 W C 1 8 KPA Nat Gas This inches to inches regulator is of adequate capacity to service the gas appliances such as dryer furnace etc If this regulator s capacity is not sufficient to add the Gas Fireplace an additional inches to inches regulator must be installed for the Fireplace EXCEPTION Some codes allow 2 PSI 1 4KPA supplies to enter the residence in which case pounds to inches regula tors are used The following table provides information on correct gas pressure requirements Be sure your gas supplier or plumber carefully follows this table GAS PRESSURE REQUIREMENTS DESIRED MINIMUM MAXIMUM MANIFOLD AIR SHUTTER INLET INLET INLET OUTLET POSITION PRESSURE PRESSURE PRESSURE PRESSURE NATURAL GAS 7 0 W C 5 0 W C 11 W C 3 5 W C 0 1 8 OPEN 1 75 kPa 1 12 kPa 2 61 kPa 0 87 kPa 8 mm L P GAS 11 0 W C 11 W C 13 0 W C 10 0 W C 1 4 OPEN MIN 2 75 kPa 2 75 kPa 3 24 kPa 2 5
57. n gas valve These ports are only accessible from the outer left side of the fireplace qualified installer shall take pressure measurements at these ports to verify and set the correct gas pressures during the LP Kit installation and before facia materials are installed over the front of this fireplace Manifold pressure must be taken at the MANIFOLD PRESSURE tap and inlet pressure at the PRESSURE tap with the burner operating by a qualified installer DESIRED MINIMUM MAXIMUM MANIFOLD AIR SHUTTER INLET INLET INLET OUTLET POSITION PRESSURE PRESSURE PRESSURE PRESSURE L P GAS 12 0 W C 12 W C 14 0 W C 10 0 W C 1 4 OPEN MIN 2 99 kPa 2 99 kPa 3 49 kPa 2 5 kPa 5 mm REGULATE THE FLAME HEIGHT TO HIGH POSITION OUTLET GAS PRESSURES MAY VARY PLUS OR MINUS 5 LPG PROPER INPUT RATES With the proper orifices installed as specified above this Fari mea fireplace utilizing LP Gas will have maximum input rate of T 29 000 Btu Hr CONTE LUE LEAK TESTING REQUIREMENTS Prior to completing the conversion process check for gas leaks with soap and water solution at all plumbing joints prior to placing this appliance into operation It is recom mended that all gas plumbing joints factory installed and field installed are checked for leaks PILOT FLAME AND MAIN BURNER RELATIONSHIP M 23 Pressure Test VERIFICATION Prior to completing the convers
58. n the pilot for any Carbon deposits sure logs SN are re installed per instructions in this manual 5 N C Check condition of glass door gasket gasket must seal tightly over 0 4 2 firebox replace if necessary 2221 MIN D Periodically check to verify that the vent system and vent cap are lt open and free of blockage E Before re installing glass have qualified service person check the operation of the pilot and cycle the burner per LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Be sure all items in LIGHTING and INSTALLATION check off lists are completed 1 The viewing glass should be cleaned periodically Exterior glass surface may be cleaned with cleaner as desired To clean Interior glass surface use Kel Kem polish plus part 65 06 00455 or comparable product Do not use oven cleaner or abrasive cleaners to clean glass Do not clean when glass is hot 2 Periodic visual check of pilot flames is required Pilot Flame must overlap Flame Sensor and burner ignition ports at all times 3 Periodic visual check of main burner s rear and front flames is required BURNER FLAMES GENERAL HEIGHTS REFERENCE DIAGRAM HOOD SPARK ROD FLAME SENSOR gt 37 Page NATURAL TO LP GAS CONVERSION Kit HA 78 00294 for Mendota Model FV41 M This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualified service agency in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions and all applicable codes and requirements of the authority having jurisd
59. ng Marble or Granite slabs as fascia materials specify that the inner edges that will be adjacent to the Glass Door are polished Rough Framing should be created at 19 depth with the front surface of this fireplace protruding out 72 from the framing surface Install 1 2 thick drywall on framing members so that its outer surface is flush with the front face of this fireplace Attach Marble or Granite slabs to face of unit and to drywall surface using adhesive that does not offgas when hot In the area defined as NONCOMBUSTIBLE ZONE FIGURE 7 only NONCOMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS ARE ALLOWED When this fireplace is installed in a framed cavity that is 19 1 2 deep the facing material finishing guide will pro trude out into the room 1 inch Build finishing materials to 1 inch thickness and use the built in guides for edge alignment of fascia material Consult section FRAMING DEPTH and FINISHING GUIDES DETAIL B SCALE 0 26 1 y WARNING OF ODOR RISK Cement Boards used shall NOT contain any polymer based fibers or polymer materials 1 FINISHING GUIDE WARNING See Figure 6 The cross hatched areas labeled as NONCOMBUSTIBLE ZONE must be covered with noncombustible finishing materials that is 1 inch thick minimum DO NOT ALLOW COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS TO ENCROACH IN THIS AREA
60. nit It has been designed as a major source of supple mental heat As with any mechanical appliance there can be component shut downs It is advisable to have an alternate heat supply Installation repair and any adjustments to logs or burner must be done by a qualified service person The appliance should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service person More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting bedding material carbon build up etc It is imperative that control com partments burners and circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean The burner and pilot flames and logs should be visually checked periodically DO NOT use this appliance if any part has been under water or exposed to moisture corrosion Immediately call a quali fied service technician to inspect the Fireplace and replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water DO NOT use this fireplace if the burner does not light immediately Turn unit off and call Mendota ap proved service person if there is any delay in burner light off It is Johnson Gas Appliance Company s policy that no responsibility is assumed by the Company or by any of its em ployees or representatives for any damages caused by an inoperable inadequate or unsafe condition which is the result either directly or indirectly of any improper operation installation or servicing procedures Building Permi
61. ome Installations ANSI A225 1 NFPA or CSA Z240 4 Gas Equipped Mobile Housing Consult your local building official Note For mobile home installations unit must be bolted to the floor and properly grounded The FV41 M Fireplace must be installed by a qualified service person HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION INFORMATION Prior to installing at altitudes greater than 7500 please contact the Mendota technical service department for specific venting requirements and venting restrictions 1 After selection of the desired fireplace location prepare the rough opening using framing dimensions on page 10 Be sure to also prepare opening to allow for co axial vent Check to make certain all venting requirements and locations are being followed This Fireplace is designed for installation into rough framing NOTE FRAMING MATERIAL ABOVE FIREPLACE MUST MAINTAIN CORRECT CLEARANCE TO FIREPLACE AND VENT PIPES WARNING One inch clearance to sides amp below and 3 inches clearance on top of horizontal vent sections and elbows are required 4 NOTE A removable panel in the enclosure for future visual inspection of flue connection is recommended Have an electrician install a 115 Volt supply to the junction box on lower left side of the fireplace cabinet Connect wires using wire nuts Make sure the grounding wires are properly connected and that the installation conforms to all local and national wiring codes 6 Have gas supplier or qualified plumbe
62. ons The Rough Framing Dimensions must be main Minimum Rough Framing Dimensions tained to allow this fireplace to slide into the fram DESCRIPTION DIMENSION INCHES ing cavity with a 90 elbow installed on the top A Width 42 1 2 starter collar After the FV41 M Fireplace is in B Height 47 serted into the rough framed cavity install Depth 19 1 2 19 Granite Marble Facing 2x4 on each side adjacent to the side of this fire D Vent opening height 10 3 4 place s body and one 2x4 on top of the top fram E Vent opening width 10 3 4 ing standoffs to close the air gap and to act as nailing studs for finishing materials If the fireplace is to be recessed in a cavity deeper than 19 1 2 all framing and finishing materials protruding past the front face of this fireplace must be of the NON COMBUSTIBLE variety Constructing the Appliance Chase A chase is a vertical box like structure built to enclose this fireplace and its vent system Vertical vents that run on the outside of a building may be but are not required to be installed inside a chase Construction of the chase may vary with the type of building These instructions are not substitutes for the requirements of local building codes Local building codes MUST be adhered to Chases should be constructed in the manner of all outside walls of the home to prevent cold air drafting problems The chase should not break the outside
63. ons shall be included with the appliance or equipment in stallation instructions and 2 The special venting systems shall be Product Approved by the Board and the instructions for that sys tem shall include a parts list and detailed installation instructions A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equip ment all venting instructions all parts lists for venting instructions and or all venting design instructions shall remain with the appliance or equipment at the completion of the installation 41 FULL VIEW GAS FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS OVERALL APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS AND FEATURES 20 9 16 in 19 5 8 in 19 5 8 in 91 6 i m d 10 1 8 40 3 8 in 193 16 193 39 1 4 1 82 1 2 in L 5
64. opening should be framed to 10 x 10 inside dimensions as described in step No 5 Any occupied areas above the first floor including closets and storage spaces which the vertical vent passes through must be enclosed The enclosure may be framed and sheet rocked with standard construction materials however be sure to maintain minimum allowable clearances between the outside of the vent pipe and the combusti ble surfaces of the enclosure Height H from roof surface to the top of vent cap can be determined as follows 10 Complete installation with storm collar and vent cap H DIMENSION ROOF PITCH FEET METERS FLAT to 6 12 1 3 7 12 to 9 12 2 6 10 12 to 12 12 4 1 2 13 12 to 16 12 6 1 8 17 12 to 21 12 8 2 4 301 Figure 21 50 ZERO VERTICAI DUAL 90 ELBOWS VERTICAL TERMINATION N 27 A N ES 3llPage VERTICAL THROUGH THE ROOF VENTING USING FOUR 90 ELBOWS In extreme situations Four 907 elbows may be required to reach a proper exit point for the vent system Mendota has spent considerable time and effort in the design of this fireplace and its venting system Through this effort Mendota has been able to certify the use of Four 90 elbows The use of Four 90 elbows must meet some minimum p
65. or all installations P except a corner installation and for installations that use solid Granite or Marble slabs as fascia materials For corner installations see figures 1 and 4 For installing solid Granite or Mar ble slabs as fascia material reduce the framing depth by 77 then install thick drywall on the framing studs so that the drywall is flush with the front face of this fireplace Install the Granite so that it adheres to the face of the fireplace and the drywall Finishing Guides 5 7 Two sets of Finishing Guides are INNER FINISHING supplied with this fireplace One set E is called the Outer Guide and the _ GUIDES TOP other set is called the Inner Guide Both guides protrude out 1 from the face of this fireplace Both guides are factory se cured using screws and may be removed if not needed or may be permanently attached using 1 8 rivets that are supplied with this fireplace Jnner Guide Identify the Inner Finishing Guides Top DECORATIVE FRONT TYPE INNER GUIDE OUTER GUIDE Left and Right These guides should be used as a FULL VIEW NO FRONT USE DISCARD guide for finishing materials if you are planning to in stall this fireplace as a FULL VIEW without any de BOULEVARD DOOR KIT USE DISCARD corative front or if you are planning to in
66. place has a state of the art co axial direct vent sealed combustion system This advanced and highly efficient system brings in outside air for combustion has a separate exhaust vent and efficiently heats and re circulates room air Mendota system maintains high air quality maximizes efficiency and assures proper operation in today s air tight homes SAFETY AND STRUCTURAL CONCERNS The FV41 M Fireplace must be installed and serviced by a Mendota approved serviceperson Any adjustments to burner pilot logs or coal bed must be made by a Mendota approved service person pilot goes out always wait five 5 minutes before attempting to relight pilot VENTING REQUIREMENTS This Mendota Fireplace can be vented using any available brand DIRECT VENT coaxial pipe 5 X 8 off the top Use only Mendota specified vents and vent caps when installing your fireplace Closely follow venting locations directions and require ments Observe the restrictions relating to vent position on exterior of home see Figure 12 Be sure all vent pipe sections are fully twist locked and leak proof Be sure 1000 Silicate Stove Sealant is used on the inner pipe joints of all Simpson DuraVent pipe components and all adjustable pipe sections The Mendota Direct Vent Fireplace may be placed within 18 inches of adjacent sidewalls The fireplace may be placed directly on concrete or wood flooring If the appliance is to be installed on carpeting vinyl or other combust
67. placement parts and does not include any incidental indirect or consequential damages or expenses sustained in connection with the product including damages to property except as provided by law 2 This warranty is non transferable and is made to the original retail purchaser provided the purchase was made through an authorized Mendota dealer Mendota is not responsible for any damage to or malfunction of the Fireplace unless caused by a defect in material or workmanship from normal home use Damage caused by abuse improper installation improper servicing and installation by unqualified personnel or breech of conditions of this limited warranty will excuse Mendota from performance of any part of this limited warranty Mendota has the right to investigate and inspect the exact original Fireplace and entire installation without any alterations or tampering in the event a claim is made to determine whether the claimed damage or malfunction was caused by abuse improper installation or other cause outside this warranty Mendota is not responsible for any repairs or material purchases that have not received prior written approval from Mendota NOTE Minor warping of certain parts or discoloration is normal and is not a defect covered by this warranty Major warping of parts can be caused by over firing of your Mendota Fireplace Over firing above rated nameplate specification is as contrary to the manufacturer s instructions and may void this warranty
68. quired directly on top of the fireplace two 45 elbows be connected directly to the top of this fireplace to create a horizontal offset then to run upwards vertically Doing so will continue to allow the use of the 50 feet maximum vertical run 9 The FV41 M Fireplace must be installed by a qualified Mendota approved serviceperson Place the fireplace in its desired location Drop a plum bob from the ceiling to the position of the fireplace flue exit Mark the location where the vent will penetrate the ceiling Drill a small hole at this point Next drop a plum bob from the roof to the hole previously drilled in the ceiling Mark and drill the spot where the vent will penetrate the roof De termine if ceiling joists roof rafters or other framing will obstruct the venting system You may wish to relocate the fireplace or to offset to avoid cutting load bearing members Cut and frame a 10 x 10 opening in the ceiling centered on the hole drilled in Step No 1 To determine the length of the vent pipe required measure the distance from the fireplace flue outlet to the ceiling the ceiling thickness and the vertical rise in the attic or second story and allow sufficient vent height above roofline For two story installations fire stops are required at each floor level If an offset is needed in the attic additional pipe and elbows will be required Assemble the desired lengths of vent pipe and elbows to reach from the fireplace flue o
69. r install gas supply line to fireplace and connect to the 72 female connector Be sure gas and plumbing instructions see Page 18 and 19 and all local and national codes are carefully followed IMPORTANT Any safety screen guard glass grill etc removed for servicing this fireplace must be replaced prior to operating this fireplace BLOWER OPERATION Figure 10 Junction Box The blower output can be regulated with the remote in cluded NOTE There will be a time delay in blower FRONT operation during heat up 5 min and extended blower 7 operation during cool down of unit 12 1 2 min OPERATION DURING POWER OUTAGES The fireplace is designed to operate during power out ages on back up batteries The blower and Accent Light 110VAC NEET will not operate during the power outage 14 2 CABLE REQ D J Backup batteries are located inside the wall mounted remote receiver box Change the batteries at least once a year gl 5 2 GAS LINE INLET 1 2 FNPT REQ D 16 1 144 201 GENERAL FLUE VENTING INSTRUCTIONS The Mendota Fireplace must be vented using the Mendota approved vent system components Approved brands of vent components include DuraVent Amerivent Selkirk and Security vent pipes and venting components All warranties will be voided and serious fire health or other safety hazards m
70. raight pipe sections in the vent system shall be less than 50 feet when using three 3 90 degree elbows or equivalent and terminating the vent system horizontally C Combined total length of all straight pipe sections in the vent system shall be less than 50 feet when using four 4 90 degree elbows or equivalent and terminating vertically HOW TO CALCULATE THE VENT SYSTEM LENGTHS For calculation purposes and usage of charts in this manual simply add the lengths of all individual straight pipe sections For example if you use two 2 foot lengths and one 4 foot length the total vent system length will be 2 2 4 8 feet USING 90 ELBOWS IN ZONE The FV41 M Fireplace by MENDOTA allows maximum flexibility in the use of 90 elbows in the vent system The length of the first straight vertical section directly connected to the fireplace s starter collar determines the maximum horizontal run and the number of 90 elbows allowed for this fireplace For vent systems that provide a starting vertical section that is 4 feet or longer you may connect up to 20 feet of horizon tal pipe and up to three 3 90 elbows within the 20 feet run in any configuration and terminate the vent horizontally No reduction in horizontal run is required for the elbows used as long as the 4 feet long vertical starter section is connected directly to this fireplace s starter collar USING 90 ELBBOWS IN ZONE For vent systems that provide a starting vertical
71. re 1 This FV41 M Fireplace must be installed by a qualified Mendota service person Position fireplace in desired location See Figure 13 for guidelines on proper vent cap placement on exterior of home Check to determine if wall studs are in the way when vent system is attached If this is the case you may want to ad just the fireplace location Locate where vent pipe will pass through any ceilings and will penetrate the outside wall Since vent pipe sections overlap 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 See Figure 13 Be sure all vent components are properly twist locked and leak proof Be sure 1000 sealant is used in the inner pipe joints of all pipe sections manufactured by Simpson DuraVent Cut and frame a 10 3 4 wide x 10 3 4 high opening in the outside wall openings and 10 x 10 opening in ceiling openings The outside wall hole must be positioned so the vent system will run level or have on rise AND be perpendicular to the wall The height of the opening must be located to meet all building codes and not allow the ter mination to be easily blocked or obstructed A ceiling fire stop spacer is required at any floor ceiling opening Connect vent pipe to the fireplace adapter on top of fireplace vent outlet The horizontal pipe must end flush with the exterior wall of the home Horizontal pipe will r
72. remove NG Pressure Regulator see following page 4 Install the new LP Pressure Regular onto the gas valve body in the same position and orientation as the NG Pressure Regulator you re moved in Step 2 above The LP Pressure Regulator can only be mounted in one position Secure the LP Pressure Regulator in place Tighten down 5 Remove the Burner Locate and Identify the Burner Orifice Spud The Orifice Spuds can be removed and installed using a 72 deep well socket and ratchet WARNING Make certain to Secure the Brass fit ting and flex supply tube attached to the orifice in place using a 1 2 open end wrench before attempting to remove the burner orifice and also when installing and tightening the new LP orifice 6 Install Burner Orifice 65 14 00052 52 drill for the Main Burner Tighten down securely 7 Loosen Pilot Light s hex shape base using 72 open end wrench Rotate counter clock wise 14 turn to loosen 8 Pilot arrives from the factory set for NG Push NG LP Adjustment Clip inward all the way to set it for LP See detail view below 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 visible 8 Tighten down Hex shaped base of pilot using a 72 open end wrench PRESSURE REGULATOR Motorized LP Pressure Regulator 10 0 5 5 WC Burner Orifice 52
73. rerequisites Prerequisite 1 The vent system must terminate vertically using a vertical vent cap Prerequisite 42 There must be a minimum 12 inches of vertical starter section connected directly to the top of this fire place Prerequisite 3 For vertical starter sections less than 4 feet tall you must reduce 6 feet off the maximum horizontal run allowed per Figure 15 on page 21 Zone A FOUR 90 ELBOWS VERTICAL TERMINATION V1 12 MIN H1 H2 H3 V2 MAX 12 3 50 2 5 45 9 38 4 30 24 26 KA 32 FV41 M DOOR OPERATION TO REMOVE DOOR 1 2 3 4 Use the glass latch tool to disconnect the spring latches from the glass frame Insert tool into hole in latch pull towards you and Rotate 90 degrees to disengage top latches Remove tool There are two spring latches on top of this gas fireplace With both hands rotate top edge of glass frame away from unit 12 inches Lift glass frame up 1 inch at an angle and move away from unit Door is now free from unit TO REPLACE DOOR 1 Line up the three bottom tabs in glass frame bottom with slots in glass clips on firebox bottom Insert tabs into slots and center tabs in slots left to right Center Glass Frame over Firebox left to right After door has been placed into slots rotate door towards firebox until gasket seal is touching the firebox frame Use the tool provided to connect the spring latches to th
74. resh batteries in Wall Receiver and remote transmitter Follow Initializing the Sys tem for the first time instructions to synchronize the remote control and the wall receiver Check air shutter opening 0 to 1 8 Nat gas 1 4 to 1 2 LP gas Carefully follow all Lighting and Log Installation Instructions Make certain that burners light immediately and flame runs promptly around curve in rear burner and lights entire burner DO NOT proceed with operation unless burner cycles on off without delays Make certain that the flame is stable and does not lift off burner If flame lifts off burn er turn unit off and check that all vent pipes are twist locked and leak proof the vent cap is right side up and that 1000 Sealant has been used on the inner pipe joints of all DuraVent pipe sections DO NOT proceed with operation if flame is lifting off burner Note Do not separate telescoping sections They must be used as complete as semblies Make certain glass door is in proper closed position and centered in firebox opening FV 41 M BURNER MEDIA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically ap proved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury AVERTISSEMENT Risque de dommages ou de blessures si les pi ces ne sont pas install es conform ment ces sch mas et ou si des pi ces autres que c
75. rner and carefully check for proper installation of burner media vent system and proper pilot flame impingement on burner Burner Media must not block pilot flame Vent system must be leak proof WARNING DO NOT PROCEED WITH OPERATION OF THIS FIREPLACE UNLESS BURNER CYCLES ON OFF WITHOUT DELAYS ATTACHING LPG CONVERSION LABELS AND HIGH ALTITUDE DERATION LABEL Two printed informational labels are included with the LPG Conversion Kit Attach these two labels to the back surface of the Serial Number Plate that is located in the convection air cavity below the firebox If you are derating this appliance at a high altitude also attach the High Altitude Deration Label supplied in the Owner s Manual Packet to this same surface Prior to attaching the labels fill in all the information that is requested in these labels For installations from 610 1370 meters 2000 4500 ft the orifice sizes DMS for natural and propane gas are 39 and 53 respectively See data plate for additional information For high altitude installations consult the local gas distributor or the authority having jurisdiction for proper rating methods If the installer must con vert the unit to adjust for varying altitudes the information sticker must be filled out by the installer and adhered to the appliance at the time of conversion Cet appareil est equip pour des altitudes compries entre 0 et 2000 pieds 0 610 m seulement This appliance has been converted
76. rson NOTE To clean glass remove glass and wipe glass with cloth or paper towel Humming or whistling A Normal operating noise Some noise is normal It is caused by the gas supply flowing through the gas coming from Fireplace orifice It is expected from any gas fireplace Turning the Hi Lo Knob on the control can reduce the noise Turning down the flame will reduce the heat output of the unit Achange in flame ap change in gas pres Have your gas supplier check for correct gas 7 W C Nat Gas 11 W C LP pearance or burner op sure Gas If flame still needs adjustment see Flame Adjustment below eration Clean out carbon spider webs lint etc from shutter area Logs and burner B Vent system restricted Check Vent Cap s AIR INTAKE and Exhaust OUTLET ports OVER FIRING OF BURNER NEVER over fire units by adjusting gas pressure or drilling out the orifice to increase BTUH above nameplate specifica tions Over firing can cause permanent damage to firebox and deterioration of parts and void warranty MAINTAINING CORRECT PILOT FLAME PILOT OUTAGE amp RELIGHTING The pilot flame must be checked during initial installation and annually by a qualified Mendota Technician This appliance utilizes Flame Rectification Technology If the pilot flame is turned down too low the flame sensor may not detect the pilot flame and the pilot light may not stay lit Do not turn down the pilot light flame Use the IPI mode instead during
77. s Form verifies proper installation and operation It is im portant as a reference for future service It insures long life and trouble free operation of Mendota fireplaces amp stoves and quali fies the owner for Mendota s lifetime limited warranty Owner should sign Form when completed and mail a copy along with Warranty Registration to Mendota OPTIONALLY PLEASE REGISTER AT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW JOHNSONGAS COM MENDOT A REGISTRATION ASP HOME OWNER DEALER ADDRESS ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP CITY STATE ZIP SIGNATURE PHONE MODEL FV41 M_ SERIAL DATE INSTALLED Mendota direct vent fireplaces are sophisticated hi tech gas appliances All installation and operating instructions must be carefully followed This FV41 M fireplace must be installed and serviced by a qualified Mendota approved service person REF MENDOTA FV41 M INSTALLATION MANUAL Q APPROVED VENT PIPES AND VENT CAP INSTALLED Per Manual Vent pipes must be fully twist locked and leak proof Check minimum and maximum vertical horizontal and vent runs 1000 sealant must be used on inner joints at adjustable pipe sections CHECK FOR PROPER CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES amp VENT LOCATIONS Per Manual INSTALL PROPER SIZE GAS LINES CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS Per Manual CHECK FOR CORRECT GAS PRESSURE AT MANIFOLD Per Manual a 3 5Inches Water Column Maximum Nat Gas b 10 0 Inches Water Column Maximum L P Gas CYCLE BURNERS ON OFF FOR
78. section less than 4 feet the following rules apply a You must use the Master Flue Venting Requirements Chart See Zone A below the 4 vertical run line b A single 90 vertical to horizontal elbow is already calculated into the allowable maximum 20 horizontal run The Vent ing Requirements Chart Figure 14 assumes that for all horizontal runs calculated one 90 elbow is used within the vent ing system Each additional 90 elbow reduces the maximum horizontal distance by 3 C If you plan to use more than one 90 elbow within the vent system first use the Venting Requirements Chart Figure 14 and calculate the maximum horizontal run you are allowed based on the first vertical section connected directly to the fire place From this maximum horizontal run calculated subtract 3 feet for each additional 90 elbow you will use Example 1 Assume you are using a 3 feet long starter vertical section This should allow per figure 15 15 1 2 feet of horizontal run If you want to use three 90 elbows subtract 6 feet for two elbows from the 15 1 2 feet max imum allowed 3 feet for each elbow after the first elbow This yields 9 1 2 feet as the maximum horizontal run that you are allowed to install using the 3 foot vertical starter section CAUTION If a vertical to horizontal discharge elbow or a horizontal to horizontal discharge elbow is enclosed within a wall floor or ceiling a top air space clearance of 3 must be maintained USING 45 DE
79. sider the required clearances to walls See Error Ref erence source not found and Figure 2 Clearances to Combustibles Figure 3 Planning Installation 42 1 2 MIN ROUGH FRAMING 4 WIDTH D C ES MIN LE Y oj 1 In addition to these dimensions also reference Mantel Clearances Section 42 1 2 MIN Framing Dimensions Section ROUGH Venting Configuration Section FRAMING WIDTH Le WARNING FIRE RISK ODOR RISK Install appliance on hard metal or wood surfaces extending full width and depth of this fireplace An R 1 Rated Hearth Protection Pad 1 1 2 Thick Maximum is required unless this fireplace is elevated For every 1 this fireplace is elevated you may reduce the hearth pad depth by 1 If this fireplace is ele vated 6 or higher no hearth protection pad is required Do NOT install this fireplace directly on carpeting vinyl or any combustible material other than wood Con struct chase to all clearance specifications in manual Locate and install appliance to all clearance specifications in manual ODOR RISK DO NOT INSTALL ANY CEMENT BOARDS OF OTHER MATERIALS THAT CONTAIN POLYMER BASED FIBERS OR OTHER POLYMER MATERIALS ROUGH FRAMING DIMENSIONS Rough Framing Dimensi
80. stall a DUCHESS OVERLAY USE DISCARD BOULEVARD DOOR KIT DUCHESS STAINED SERENADE OVERLAY USE DISCARD GLASS OVERLAY PORTRAIT GLASS FRAME PORTRAIT OVERLAY USE DISCARD OVERLAY or a SERENADE GLASS FRAME OVERLAY Remove and discard the Outer Guides PICCARD and sides if you plan to use the Inner Guides HOMESTEAD DOOR KIT DISCARD USE Outer Guide Identify the Outer Finishing Guides Top Left and Right These guides should be used as a guide for fi nishing materials if you are planning to install a HOMESTEAD or WILLOW door kit on this fireplace Remove and dis card only the Inner Guides Top and Sides only if installing a WILLOW or HOMESTEAD door kit and you plan to use the Outer guides FINISHING MATERIALS INSTALLATION All finishing materials that surround this fireplace s rectangle profile must extend out from the face surface of this fireplace 1 inch Tiles and Faux Rock If installing Tiles or Faux first install a 72 thick minimum Cement Board Hardibacker Durock Brand over the face of the fireplace and framing members Follow by applying Thinset mortar no polymer additives using 74 square notched trowel on the cement board surface Finally install tile to reach a finish material depth of 1 inch WARNING OF ODOR RISK Cement Boards used shall not contain any polymer based fibers or polymer mate rials Marble and Granite Slabs If installi
81. summer months CLEANING VIEWING GLASS The viewing glass should be cleaned periodically Exterior glass surface may be cleaned with cleaner as desired To clean interior surface of glass use soap and water CAUTION Do not use oven cleaner to clean glass Clean the glass only when it has cooled to room temperature NOTE Additives that are put in gas both natural and propane to make it smell can be harmful to glass and can leave a white film deposit on the glass This deposit can be removed with cleaners such as KEL KEM Polish Plus part 65 06 00455 or comparable product contact your dealer In some cases especially when burning propane additives can cause crazing or etching of the glass This is not a common occurrence However any crazing or etching of the glass is not covered under the warranty The solution may be to change propane suppliers SOOTING Sooting is caused by improper installation or air shutter operation However some small areas of soot deposits on media surfaces are deemed acceptable If you observe signs of sooting on the door glass usually a thin black film on the Fire place viewing glass or on the outside of the home around the vent cap the unit must be immediately turned off and the local Mendota dealer promptly informed Mendota dealers will correct sooting problems but Mendota and their dealers are not responsible for damage caused by excessive sooting that has not been immediatel
82. suppli er must perform installation and service WARNING Improper installation adjustment altera tion service or maintenance can cause injury or proper ty damage Refer to this manual For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer ser Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable va vice agency or the gas supplier pors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other ap pliance WARNING This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket per Do not operate this appliance with the glass removed manently located manufactured mobile home USA cracked or broken A licensed or qualified person Only where not prohibited by local codes should do replacement of glass AVERTISSEMENT Ne pas utiliser l appareil si le pan This appliance is only for use with the type s of gas neau frontal en verre n est pas en place est craqu ou indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not con bris Confiez le remplacement du panneau un tech vertible for use with other gases unless a certified kit is nicien agr used WARNING Mendota gas fireplaces are heat producing appliances Cet appareil peut tre install dans un maison pr fabri Do not burn wood paper or other materials in this fire qu e mobile d j install e demeure si les r glements place This fireplace is designed as a supplement locaux le permettent heat source It is advisable to have an alternative pri TS TIME mary
83. t a E doce eevee e ra EY ede 18 GAS PRESSURE REQUIREMENTS 2 taedet c turni etes 19 GENERAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 20 GENERAL FLUE VENTING 1 21 EXTERIOR VENT LOCATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 0 22 FLUE VENTING COMPONENTS 0 0 23 FV41 M MASTER FLUE VENTING REQUIREMENTS 7 24 APPROVED VENT SYSTEMS ttti ener etat abi gu ede Eta Eve redd fe at cade ee 26 INSTALLATION CHECK OFF LIST daas nes reddent reve ee eaaet fev nu MU 34 LIGHTING GHEGK OFF LIST iit oerte tte teet po Hie rt 34 FV 41 M BURNER MEDIA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 35 FLAME APPEARANCE 05 35 TROUBLE SHOOTING THE FV41 M FIREPLACE 8 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION 36 MAINTENANCE Edited ho in Pa fr bsec ast tn este 37 NATURAL TO LP GAS CONVERSION mn ote re cetera nn dl we nea iles 38 LP GAS PRESSURE REQUIREMENTS tpa idi nee eines 41 FV41 M VALVE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT PARTS 43 FV41 M GAS IGNITION SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM 44 GLASS FRAME ASSEMBLY REPAIR AND REPL
84. t and Installation Inspection Approval Requirements installations of Mendota Fireplaces and Inserts must comply with all the requirements stated in this Installation and Operating Instructions Manual The Dealer and or installer must also obtain all required Building Permits and Inspection Approval from the local building inspection department or the local body having jurisdiction In order to validate warranty coverage Mendota may require facsimile copies of the Building Permit and Inspection Approval forms Failure to provide adequate proof that the installation conforms to all local requirements and the requirements stated in the Installation and Operating Instructions Manual will void all applicable warranty INSTALLER THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO REMAIN WITH HOMEOWNER HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION INFORMATION Prior to installing at altitudes higher than 7500 please con tact the Mendota technical service department for specific venting requirements and venting restrictions 8lPage FV41 M M DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE GENERAL APPLIANCE SPECIFICATIONS HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION INFORMATION Prior to installing at altitudes higher than 7500 please contact the Mendota technical service department for specific venting requirements and venting restrictions
85. tiliser avec du combustible solde UNIT TO FLOOR 0 mer GLASS EDG ADJACENT SOEWALL UNIT TO ENCLOSURE SIDEWALL in 13mm VENT PIPE TOP TO COMBUSTIBLES UNIT TO ENCLOSURE BACK WALL hin 13 VENT PIPE SIDES TO COMBLISTIBLES UNIT TOP TO ENCLOSURE CEILING VENT BOTTOMTO COMEUSTIELES UNIT FLOOR TO ROOM 72in 1830 mm 8 MANTLE ABOVE DISCHARGE AR OPENING CAUTION HOT WHILE IN OPERATION DO NOT TOUCH KEEP CHILDREN CLOTHING FURNITURE AND FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR VAPORS AWAY ATTENTION L APPAREIL EST CHAUD LORSQU IL FONCTIONNE NE PASS TOUCHER L APPAREIL SURMELLER LES ENFANTS GARDER LES V TEMENTS LES MEUBLES L ESSENCE OU AUTRES LIOUIDES VAPEUR INFLAMMABLES LOIN DE L APPAREIL CAUTION Do not operate the applance with glass removed cracked or broken Replacement of panel should be done by a licensed or qualified sewice person CAUTIONNER N op re Tappared avec le verre enl ve craque ou casse Le remplacement du panneau s devrat tre fad par une personne de service qualifi ou autoris See wistaliaton P je le d commi druct 1 ELECTRICAL RATING COURANT NOMINAL 120VOLTS 60HERTZ LESS THAN 1 5 AMPERES DO NOT REMOVE OR COVER THIS LABEL VEILLEZ A NE JAMES ENLEVER NI DISSIMULER CETTE TIQUETTE MODELEVE SERA NO ena 46lPage MENDOTA WARRANTY QUALIFICATION amp SERVICE REFERENCE FORM As a part of Mendota s on going program of customer satisfaction thi
86. urner air shutter adjustment lever is located inside the firebox on the left side of center 1 Install burner media and glass frame and burn unit for 20 minutes minimum 2 If flame is too blue open Air Shutters until flames turn yellow 3 If flames are too orange or are causing sooting open Air Shutters until flames begin to turn blue NOTE If sooting does not stop turn off fireplace amp call a Mendota Service Person IMPORTANT Try each new shutter setting for approx 20 minutes before making additional changes NOTE Changes in burner flame can be made by re arranging the burner media as well Make certain burner media is loosely spread over burner in a SINGLE layer only DO NOT pack media tightly 4 ForNG applications start with the burner air shutter closed to 1 8 open For high altitude applications air shutter may need to be open further 5 For LPG applications start with the burner air shutter open 74 to 3 8 For high altitude applications air shutter may need to be opened further 35 TROUBLE SHOOTING THE FV41 M FIREPLACE amp MAINTENANCE INFORMATION 1 Thin black coating A Incorrect gas pressure Have gas supplier check for correct gas inlet pressure 7 W C Nat Gas 11 soot forms on viewing W C LP Gas glass B Not enough combustion If sooting continues open air shutter on burner see Gas Flame Adjustment air below If sooting still continues shut off unit and call Mendota service pe
87. utlet Ensure that all vent pipe and elbow connections are in their fully twist lock position and that inner pipe joints DuraVent only are sealed and are leak proof Maintain 1 airspace clearances to combustibles 2 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 clearance requirements Continue to assemble lengths of pipe and elbows necessary to reach up through the roof line Galvanized pipe and elbows may be utilized in the attic as well as above the roofline The galvanized finish is desirable above the roofline due to its higher corrosive resistance a offset is necessary it is important to support the vent pipe every 3 ft to avoid excessive stress on the el bows and possible separation Wall straps are available for this purpose Slip the flashing over the pipe sections protruding through the roof Secure the base of the flashing to the roof with roofing nails and seal flashing to roof Ensure the roofing material overlaps the top edge of the flashing Verify you have at least the minimum clearance to combustibles at the roofline Continue to add pipe sections until the pipe and the vent cap meet the minimum building code requirements as out lined in No 8 on the following page a For multi story vertical installation a ceiling fire stop is required at the second floor and any subsequent floors The
88. y brought to their attention OPERATION DURING POWER FAILURE 127 This fireplace is designed to operate during power outages Blowers and the 22 ON f BALL Accent Light will not function during power outages However all burners will 4 VALVE continue to function normally Heat output will be reduced slightly without the HANDLE blower functioning approximately 596 less GAS SHUTOFF PROCEDURES This gas fireplace is equipped with a manual ball shutoff valve that is located on the left side and within the left convection air cavity The manual ball shutoff valve is designed to be manipulated using the glass latch tool Insert bent end of tool into the hole in the ball valve s metal handle shaped like an arrow head and rotate ball valve downward to OFF or upward to ON 36 MAINTENANCE 1 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE OF MENDOTA UNITS IS REQUIRED The following procedures must be performed each year by a Mendota ap 1 MIN proved service person NOTE Any adjustments to burner pilot or burner media must be done by a qualified Mendota service person j A Clean all lint and dust build up around the control Inspect the condi tion of any wiring under the burner for melting or damage c B Remove media and clean away any foreign matter lint Carbon etc lt lt on the burner and pilot light body and base Be sure the burner ports Pu are Clea

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