Mendota FV-41 User manual

FULLVIEW RECTANGLE DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE HEATER
Model FV-41
OWNER’S MANUAL
DOCUMENT NO. FV41-OM-0509
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
•Installation must be performed by a licensed plumber or
gas fitter;
•A CO detector shall be installed in the room where the
appliance is installed.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, altera-
tion, service or maintenance can cause injury or prop-
erty damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or
additional information consult a qualified installer, ser-
vice agency or the gas supplier.
CAUTION
THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO REMAIN WITH
THE HOMEOWNER.
WARNING
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a
fire or explosion may result causing property damage,
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.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
A qualified installer, service agency, or the gas suppli-
er must perform installation and service.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable va-
pors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other ap-
pliance. WARNING
Do not operate this appliance with the glass removed,
cracked or broken. A licensed or qualified person
should do replacement of glass.
WARNING
Mendota gas fireplaces are heat producing appliances.
Do not burn wood, paper or other materials in this fire-
place. This fireplace is designed as a supplement
heat source. It is advisable to have an alternative pri-
mary heat supply.
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.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in
the absence of local codes, with the current National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or the current Natural
Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1

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TableofContents
SAFETY AND WARNING INFORMATION ..........................................................................................3
SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................4
CONGRATULATIONS..........................................................................................................................5
BUILDING PERMIT AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION APPROVAL REQUIREMENTS.................5
BEFORE YOU BEGIN..........................................................................................................................6
REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER FUNCTIONS.............................................................................................................6
REMOTE TRANSMITTER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................7
TO TURN ON THE APPLIANCE:............................................................................................................................................7
TO TURN OFF THE APPLIANCE, PRESS THE ON/OFF BUTTON. ................................................................................7
MODE KEY................................................................................................................................................................................7
FLAME HEIGHT........................................................................................................................................................................7
FAN SPEED CONTROL............................................................................................................................................................7
AUX (ACCENT-LIGHT)...........................................................................................................................................................7
SECONDARY BURNER...........................................................................................................................................................7
MANUAL BYPASS OF THE REMOTE SYSTEM.................................................................................8
TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (OF OR OC)...........................................................................................8
KEY LOCK FUNCTION........................................................................................................................8
LOW BATTERY POWER DETECTION................................................................................................8
OPERATING DURING POWER OUTAGES ........................................................................................8
“FIRST TIME” PILOT LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................................9
INITIALIZING THE REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM.............................................................................................................9
SYNCHRONIZING RECEIVER AND TRANSMITTER .........................................................................................................9
IPI/STANDING PILOT SYSTEM INFORMATION ..............................................................................10
IPI MODE. ................................................................................................................................................................................10
STANDING PILOT MODE......................................................................................................................................................10
FV-41 DOOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION................................................................................11
TO REMOVE DOOR................................................................................................................................................................11
TO REPLACE DOOR...............................................................................................................................................................11
FV-41 LOG SET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................................................12
FV-41 LOG SET PARTS..........................................................................................................................................................12
BLOWER SYSTEM INFORMATION..................................................................................................21
BLOWER OPERATION...........................................................................................................................................................21
MENDOTA WARRANTY QUALIFICATION & SERVICE REFERENCE FORM ................................22
MENDOTA EXTENDED LIFETIME PROTECTION AND LIMITED WARRANTY..............................24

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SAFETY AND WARNING INFORMATION
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.
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 underwater.
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.
Due to high temperature, the appliance should be LOCATED out of traffic areas and away from furniture and draperies.
Clothing or flammable material SHOULD NOT BE PLACED on or near the appliance.
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
appliance.
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 the 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.

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SPECIFICATIONS MODEL FV41
High Fire - Adjustable to - Low Fire
BTUH. (MODEL FV-41) NAT. GAS 40,000 13,000
BTUH. (MODEL FV-41) LP GAS 40,000 15,000
NOTE: LPG CONVERSION KIT, #New #, MUST BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY TO
CONVERT TO BURN LPG IN THIS FIREPLACE.
MAIN ORIFICE [0-2000ft (610 m)]: REAR BURNER: #42 NAT. GAS [#54 L.P. GAS] – FRONT BURNER: #42 NAT. [#54 LP]
OVERALL EFFICIENCY: ..................... EXCEEDS D.O.E. EFFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS (A.F.U.E.) FOR DIRECT VENT
WALL HEATERS.
CO-AXIAL DIRECT VENT FLUE: ..........5" INNER, 8" OUTER
TOTAL WEIGHT: ...................................225 POUNDS
SAFETY: ................................................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 Z21.88 (2005) •CSA 2-33 (2005) “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" N.P.T.
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 SYSTEMS...............DURAVENT, SELKIRK, AMERIVENT, SECURITY
MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION
UNIT TO FLOOR 0in. (0mm) GLASS EDGE TO ADJACENT SIDEWALL 18in. (457 mm)
UNIT TO ENCLOSURE SIDEWALL 1/2in. (13mm) VENT PIPE TOP TO COMBUSTIBLES 2in. (51mm)
UNIT TO ENCLOSURE BACK WALL 1/2in. (13mm) VENT PIPE SIDES TO COMBUSTIBLES 1in. (25mm)
UNIT BOTTOM TO ENCLOSURE CEILING 48-1/2in. (123 cm) VENT PIPE BOTTOM TO COMBUSTIBLES 1in. (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 = 42-3/8” (100cm) HEIGHT = 47” (110cm) DEPTH = 19-3/16” (49cm)
THIS FIREPLACE INCLUDES A SEALED COMBUSTION SYSTEM, 8-PIECE CERAMIC FIBER LOG SET & COALS, FIREBRICK
LINED FIREBOX, NEO-CERAM GLASS, ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM, DUAL BLOWERS, AGA CERTIFIED SAFETY SYSTEM,
ACCENT LIGHT and THERMOSTATIC REMOTE CONTROL.
OPTIONS: BLACK, VINTAGE IRON, SWEDISH NICKEL, ANTIQUE GOLD, ANTIQUE COPPER STEEL DOORS, STAINED GLASS
FRONT, BOULEVARD DOORS, SERENADE AND PORTRAIT TRIMS and other accessories.
CAUTION
THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO
REMAIN WITH THE HOMEOWNER.
NOTE: This installation must conform to local codes. In the absence
of local codes, you must comply with the National Fuel Gas Code,
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.
This appliance is only for use with
the type(s) of gas indicated on the
rating plate.
WARNING: Do not operate this appliance with the glass removed,
cracked or broken. A licensed or qualified person should do re-
placement of glass.
HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION INFORMATION: Prior to installing at altitudes higher than 7500 feet, please
contact the Mendota technical service department for specific venting requirements and venting restrictions.

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CONGRATULATIONS
You are the owner of a world-class heat 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.
The Mendota Gas Fireplace is a true heating appliance incorporating the traditional aesthetics of fireplace fire viewing
with the controllability and fuel efficiency of a home gas furnace. Of particular interest is the low fuel consumption and bril-
liant fire viewing afforded by the realistic Premium Fiber wood fire-like 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 unit. 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 Permit and Installation Inspection Approval Requirements
All 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.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read this entire manual before you use your new fireplace (especially the section “Safety Precautions” on page 2). Failure to follow
the instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death.
Remote Control Transmitter Functions
NOTE: The Wall Receiver will “beep” once every time
a Remote Transmitter Key is pressed, signaling that
the command has been received.
Identify the four function buttons on the Remote
Transmitter:
1. ON/OFF KEY: This button
turns the system ON or OFF.
When this button is pressed
and the system is OFF, the pi-
lot light will stay ON if the “Standing Pilot
Switch” is in the ON position.
2. THERMOSTAT KEY: This button, when pressed after the ON/OFF KEY is pressed and the
system is ON, will allow the selection of three modes: Manual Operation, Normal Thermostat
and Smart Thermostat.
a. Manual Mode: In this mode, the room temperature is ignored and the fireplace can be turned ON indefinitely.
The room temperature rise has no effect on this mode. All other functions such as fan speed control, flame
height control, secondary burner On/OFF control and Accent Light ON/OFF controls will be manually controll-
able.
b. Normal Thermostat: In this mode, the fireplace
will stay functioning until the room temperature in-
creases 1oF above the Set Point Temperature. To
increase the Set Point Temperature, Press the UP
button until the desired temperature is displayed in
the SET POINT TEMPERATURE window. The fan
will turn on 5 minutes after fireplace startup and will
turn off 12-1/2 minutes after the flames turn off, in
this mode. The flame height can be adjusted while
the fireplace is functioning, fan speed can be ad-
justed after 5 minutes of startup. Secondary burner
can be turned On or Off at any time after startup.
The Accent Light can be turned on or off any time
after startup.
c. Smart Thermostat: In this mode, all other func-
tions except the flame height adjustment are allowed. Manual flame height adjustment is not allowed in this
mode. The Smart Thermostat function adjusts the flame height in accordance to the difference between the
set point temperature and the actual room temperature. As the room temperature gets closer to the set point
temperature, the Smart Function automatically modulates the flame down.
3. UP/DOWN KEY: This key is used to increase or decrease the Set Point Temperatures, Flame Height and
Fan Speed and to toggle between Accent Light ON/OFF and Secondary Burner ON/OFF.
4. MODE SELECTION KEY: This key is used to toggle between the various function icons : Flame
Height, Fan Speed, Accent Light and Secondary Burner.
SMART
ON
OFF
SMART
MODE
NORMAL
THERMOSTAT
MANUAL
MODE
68Hi
MAXMAX
Hi
OFF 76°FF
76°
ON SMART 76°F

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REMOTE TRANSMITTER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TO TURN ON THE APPLIANCE:
1. Press the ON/OFF button. The transmitter display will show all active icons on the screen.
2. Select the Thermostat Mode by pressing the Thermostat Key: OFF (meaning Manual
Mode), ON (meaning normal Thermostat) or Smart (meaning Smart Mode).
a. In OFF (Manual Mode), the appliance will ignite and start on HI.
b. In ON (Normal Thermostat Mode), the appliance will only ignite if the Set Temperature
is greater than the Room Temperature.
c. In SMART (Smart Mode), the appliance will only ignite if the Set Temperature is greater
than the Room Temperature.
TO TURN OFF THE APPLIANCE, press the ON/OFF button.
MODE KEY
Pressing the MODE KEY toggles between the various availa-
ble functions: Flame Height, Fan Speed, Aux (Accent Light)
On/Off and Secondary Burner On/Off.
Flame Height: 6 flame height Levels are available. While the Flame
Height Icon is displayed, pressing the Up or Down button
once will increase or decrease the flame height by 1 of 6 in-
crements. If the flame height is at Level 1 and the Down but-
ton is pressed, all burners will turn OFF. If in IPI mode, the
pilot light will also extinguish. If in Standing Pilot Mode, the
pilot light will remain ON. Note: If in SMART model, the flame
height function is not available for manual adjustment. In
SMART mode, the flame height regulates automatically.
Fan Speed Control: The fan speed can be adjusted through six (6)
speeds and OFF. To activate this function, press the MODE
Key to index to the fan control icon. Use the UP/Down Arrow
Key to turn ON, OFF or adjust the fan speed. A single “beep”
will confirm reception of the command.
Aux (Accent-Light): This function controls the Mendota Accent Light func-
tion. Pressing the UP key in this mode will TURN ON the Accent
Light and Pressing the DOWN key will TURN OFF the Accent
Light. A single “beep” will confirm reception of the command.
Note: The Accent Light Dimmer control is located adjacent to the
Remote Receiver. Turn the Dimmer Control Knob to dim or
brighten the Accent Light. Once you set your desired brightness
level, you may use the AUX function to turn the Accent Light On or Off at
that preset level.
Secondary Burner: This function controls the Secondary Burner’s ON/OFF fea-
ture. Pressing the UP Key in this mode will TURN ON the Secondary
Burner and Pressing the DOWN Key will TURN OFF the Secondary
Burner. The flame level will not change when you turn the Secondary
Burner On or Off. The flame level can only be changed in the Flame
Level mode.

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MANUAL BYPASS OF THE REMOTE SYSTEM
If the remote transmitter is misplaced or lost, the appliance can be turned on manually by sliding the
three position slider switch on the wall receiver to the ON position. This will bypass the remote con-
trol feature of the system and the appliance’s main burner will turn on. The fan will run at its maxi-
mum speed and the Accent Light may turn on.
To turn off the appliance, if the remote control is misplaced or lost, slide the three position slider
switch on the wall receiver to the OFF Position.
TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (oF or oC)
1.Press the ON/OFF Key and Turn Off the Fireplace.
2.Simultaneously, Press both the MODE Key and the Thermostat
Key.
3.Look at the LCD display to verify that your desired indicator (oF or
oC) is being displayed. If not, repeat step 2.
KEY LOCK FUNCTION
To prevent unsupervised children from operating the fireplace, a KEY LOCK function is provided
with this remote control system. To activate the KEY LOCK function, simultaneously press the
“MODE KEY” and the “UP KEY”. To deactivate the KEY LOCK function, simultaneously press
the “MODE KEY” and the “UP KEY”.
During KEY LOCK mode, none of the Keys will function. You must DEACTIVATE the system
before you can use the Remote Transmitter.
LOW BATTERY POWER DETECTION
1. Transmitter Batteries: The life span of the remote control transmitter batteries depends
on various factors: quality of the batteries used, the number of ignitions of the appliance,
the number of changes to the room thermostat set point, etc. When the Transmitter bat-
teries are low, a Battery Icon will appear on the LCD display of the Transmitter before all
battery power is lost. When the batteries are replaced, this icon will disappear.
2. Wall Receiver Batteries: The life span of the wall receiver batteries depend on the quality of the batteries used and
how long the batteries have been installed in the wall receiver. These batteries are only utilized during power outages.
Replace these batteries every heating season even if you have not experienced any power outages. Batteries drain
slowly even when not in use. This is a normal characteristic of all batteries.
OPERATING DURING POWER OUTAGES
This electronic ignition system utilizes the supplied 110VAC power when it is available for all functions of this system. If
the AC power is interrupted during a power outage, this system utilizes the batteries (installed in the Wall Receiver) as
back-up batteries. During the power outage, the appliance’s burners will function. In addition, Flame Height adjustment
and Secondary Burner ON/OFF functions will be available. The Fan and Accent Light, which are wholly dependent on
110VAC power, will not function.
This appliance is designed and tested to be operated during power outages. The overall efficiency of this appliance will be
reduced by approximately 5% when the blower function is disabled during the power outage period.

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OFF
ON
STANDING PILOT
SWITCH
“FIRST TIME” PILOT LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: Be sure all items on "INSTALLATION CHECK OFF LIST" in the Installation Manual have been completed!
CAUTION: If the pilot goes out, be sure to wait a minimum of five minutes before attempting to relight the pilot.
1. Make certain that any manual gas supply shut-off valves located upstream of fireplace are open and the wall receiver and the re-
mote control transmitter are in the "OFF" position. Make certain that the wall receiver harness is connected to the wall receiver
properly.
2. Make certain that 110VAC power is connected to Electrical Junction Box on left side of Fireplace and that the Electrical Power is
“ON”. See Figure 28.
3. Insert Batteries in the Wall Receiver and the Remote Transmitter. Note the polarity of batteries and insert as indicated on the bat-
tery compartment covers.
4. For the “First Time Lighting”, Remove the Glass Door. This is required to purge the gas line of air and to inspect the pilot light-
ing spark.
5. Slide the wall receiver switch to “REMOTE”. Locate the
“Standing Pilot ON/OFF Switch”. See Figure 1. Toggle
“Standing Pilot ON/OFF Switch” to “ON”. You will
hear a series of clicks and after a few seconds, you will
hear sparking at the pilot spark electrode.
6. Allow adequate time for the air in the gas-line to purge.
The control system will stop sparking after 30 seconds if
the pilot light does not light. After a 30 second delay the
control system will start sparking again for 30 seconds
more. If the pilot light does not light after the third 30
second spark event, the system will enter “Lock-out”
mode. To unlock from “Lock-out” mode, slide Wall
Receiver Switch to “OFF”, wait 30 seconds and slide
back to “Remote”. Repeat this sequence until the pilot
flame lights and the pilot is burning steadily.
7. Once the pilot flame is lit and well-established, close glass door. WARNING: NEVER IGNITE MAIN BURNERS WITH
GLASS DOOR REMOVED OR OPEN. Doing so will lead to damage to pilot flame sensor and spark electrode wire leads.
8. Slide switch on Wall Receiver to “ON”. All burners should ignite and run at “high-fire”. Slide Wall Receiver switch to
REMOTE after 15 seconds. Burner Flames will extinguish.
9. Perform gas inlet and outlet pressure tests and leak tests on field installed gas fittings and factory installed fittings in the gas valve
compartment, at this time. Note: Burners must be ON to check outlet pressures and to leak test gas train fittings upstream of main
gas valve.
INITIALIZING THE REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM
(Synchronizing Receiver and Transmitter)
1. Place 3-position slider switch in Wall Re-
ceiver in the “Remote” position.
2. Locate “PRG” key on Wall Receiver Face.
Use the tip of a pen/pencil or a wire clip to
push the PRG button. The receiver will
beep 3 times indicating that it is ready to
synchronize with a Remote Transmitter.
3. Push the “ON” key on the Remote Trans-
mitter. The receiver will beep 4 times to in-
dicate that the Transmitter’s command is
accepted and sets to the particular code of
that Transmitter. The system is now initia-
lized.
NOTE: Use this Synchronizing procedure every
time the batteries are replaced in the Receiver
or the Transmitter.
FIGURE 1
BATTERY
COMPARTMENT
LID
3-POSITION
SLIDER SWITCH
PRG KEY
PRG
WALL RECEIVER
REMOTE TRANSMITTER
BLUE LCD
DISPLAY
MODE
SELECTION KEY
UP/DOWN
SELECTION KEY
THERMOSTAT
SELECTION KEY
ON/OFF KEY

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ATTENTION!
The transmitter and receiver are RADIO FREQUENCY DEVICES. Placing the receiver in or near metal may
severely reduce the signal range.
•Turn off the main gas supply of the appliance during installation or maintenance of the receiver.
•Place the receiver’s 3-position slider switch in the “off” position during installation or maintenance.
•Turn “off” main gas supply to the appliance prior to removing or reinserting the batteries in the receiver.
•During appliance installation/maintenance or in case of remote control malfunction, turn off electrical supply to
this appliance and remove the batteries from the wall receiver battery compartment. Contact technical service.
IPI/STANDING PILOT SYSTEM INFORMATION
Intermittent Pilot Light and Standing Pilot Light Features
This gas fireplace is equipped with an electronic ignition System that first lights a pilot light then uses the pilot light to ig-
nite the main burners. The pilot light can be set in the “Standing Pilot” mode to allow the pilot light to remain on indefinite-
ly by toggling the “Standing Pilot Switch” to the ON position. If the “Standing Pilot Switch” is toggled to the OFF position,
the pilot light will only light and remain ON while the main fireplace burners are operating.
IPI Mode: This mode turns the pilot light “OFF” when the fireplace is not functioning and only lights the pilot light automat-
ically when a call for heat is made by the remote control.
Standing Pilot Mode: If the “Standing Pilot Switch” is toggled to ON, the pilot light will ignite and remain ON as long as the
“Standing Pilot Light Switch” is in the ON position.
NOTE: Mendota Fireplaces recommends that the Standing Pilot Mode be used during the winter months when
external temperatures fall below 50oF. This will keep the fireplace chimney heated for proper updraft during burner igni-
tion and it will also eliminate excessive condensation of exhaust vapors on the door glass. Further, leaving the fireplace
in the Standing Pilot Mode will keep the fireplace body warm and eliminate cold drafts and heat loss to the cold air that is
trapped inside the firebox.
REMOTE CONTROL WALL RECEIVER
Supply voltage 4.5V (three 1.5V AAA batteries) 6.0V (four 1.5V AA batteries)
Ambient temperature ratings 32 – 122 oF (0 – 50 oC) 32 – 140 oF (0 – 60 oC)
Radio Frequency 315 MHz 315 MHz
OFF
ON
STANDING PILOT
SWITCH
OFF
ON

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FV-41 DOOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
TO REMOVE DOOR
1. 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.
2. With both hands, rotate top edge of glass frame away from unit 12 inches.
3. Lift glass frame up 1 inch, at an angle, and move away from unit.
4. Door is now free from unit.
TO REPLACE DOOR
1. With the Glass Door at a sharp angle to the firebox, 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.
2. Center Glass Frame over Firebox; left to right.
3. After door has been placed into slots, rotate door towards firebox until gasket seal is touching the firebox
frame.
4. Use the tool provided to connect the spring latches to the 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.
5. Door is now connected and sealed to unit.
2.) PULL
3.) ROTATE
4.) RELEASE
1.) INSERT

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FV-41 LOG SET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOLLOW EACH STEP DEPICTED IN THE DIAGRAMS, BELOW, TO INSTALL THE LOG SET.
CAUTION: LOGS ARE FRAGILE, HANDLE LOG PIECES WITH CARE.
FV-41 LOG SET PARTS
IDENTIFICATION DIAGRAM

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PLACE SMALL COALS ON TOP OF FLOOR
BRICK PANELS AND CLOSE TO GRATE
BOTTOM TO SIMULATE A COAL BED.