Mendota FV33i-PF2-0113 Manual

INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FullView Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Insert Heater
With
Premium Texture Fiber Logs Combustion System
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.
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.
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.
MODEL NO. FV33i-PF2-0113
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.
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.
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
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket per-
manently located, manufactured (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. This appliance is not
convertible for use with other gases, unless a certified
kit is used.

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FV33i FEATURES - QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION
EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS: 30-3/8” Wide X 18-3/8” High X 15-3/4” Deep (depending on Surround return depth)
GLASS SIZE: NeoCeram Glass with non-reflective coating. Visible Glass measures 398 in2. Actual Glass size is
468 in2.
MINIMUM FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS REQUIREMENT: 30-1/2 Wide X 18-3/8” High X 15-3/4” Deep
MANTEL ALLOWANCE: 8” Deep Mantel at 12” Above Top Convection Opening Or 30-1/16” Above Floor Level
Of This Appliance. Use the Approved Mantel Profile Chart.
VENT SYSTEM ALLOWANCE: Vertical Terminations Only. 10 feet Vertical Minimum. 70 feet Vertical Maximum.
4” exhaust and 3” combustion air intake pipe adapter included with unit. Only the 4” vent pipe is required to be
run the full length up to the chimney top adapter. The air intake 3” pipe may be “short-stubbed” above the existing
chimney damper. Make certain to pack insulation in the existing damper area to block outside air from flowing
through the damper.
VENT DAMPER ADJUSTMENTS AVAILABLE: There are two vent system (air intake only) dampers installed in
this appliance:
•PRIMARY AIR INTAKE VELOCITY ADJUSTMENT DAMPER: This is located on the top of the Air Intake
Starter collar. This is the Primary Air Intake Velocity Adjustment damper and adjustment of this damper
must be made using a leverage tool such as a long screw driver. Factory adjusted to 45 degree Open,
this is to be adjusted towards the closed position incrementally once the length of vent system increases
past 20 feet only. Below 20 feet, leave at factory adjusted position. See page 52 for details.
•SECONDARY AIR INTAKE ADJUSTMENT DAMPER: This is located above the glass frame in the top
convection air cavity. Adjustment is to be made by loosening the securing nut then sliding to the right to
close and to the left to open. This is Factory adjusted to Full Closed (all the way to the right). Leave this at
this position for all installations. Adjust only in cases where more combustion air is needed to reduce rear
flame height if rear flames are engulfing the baffle brick. See page 52 for details.
CONTROLS: IPI Electronic Ignition System with AC Primary Power and DC Backup Power. Remote Control with
Smart Thermostat included. Accent Light and Blowers operate on AC Power only.
BLOWER SYSTEM: 210 CFM Dual Blower System. 120VAC, 2Amps. Dedicated Hot Power only. No switches,
Fan Speed Controls or Light Dimmers are allowed in same circuit.
Accent Light System: Accent Light System Included. Light can be turned on or off and dimmed from remote con-
trol.
BURNER SYSTEM: Dual 304 Stainless Steel Tubular burners.
BURNER SHUTTER SYSTEM: Externally controllable Rear Burner air shutter. Internal rotary Front Burner air
shutter.
LOG SET: 9-piece, Premium Definition Log Set. Extreme glow and realism ember bed.
REFRACTORY PANELS: High Detail Red Soldier Course Fiber Brick Panels included. Brick Panels required for
operation.
NATURAL GAS INFORMATION: Factory equipped for Natural Gas. 4.5”WC Minimum inlet pressure required.
For NG applications, Front Burner Orifice Size is #49 and the Rear Burner Orifice Size is #45.
LPG INFORMATION: LP conversion kit #HA-82-00411 is required. 11”WC Minimum inlet pressure required. For
the FV33i LPG application, both front are rear burner orifices are to be drill size 3/64”. For higher altitude, adjust-
ment to orifice size may be necessary.

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INITIAL STARTUP ADVICE
PAINT CURING CYCLE RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that you run this Insert on maximum flame
height, with the blowers turned OFF, for 3 cycles of 2 hours ON and 2 hours OFF initially to cure the paint.
BLOWER BREAK-IN PERIOD: The integrated blowers in this Insert may exhibit some bearing noise and electri-
cal static noise during the first few hours of operation. This is normal during the break-in period. It is recommend-
ed that following the Paint Curing Cycle, the blowers be run at their maximum speed for two 3-hour periods. The
burner flames may be on or off during these cycles. The blowers in a few inserts may take longer to break-in and
may require additional operation time before all extraneous noise is eliminated. Please allow adequate operation-
al time for the blowers to break-in before you contact your dealer for service.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FV33I FEATURES -QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION ................................................................................................. 1
INITIAL STARTUP ADVICE.................................................................................................................................................... 2
SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................................................................................... 4
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COMMON WEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS...........................................5
SAFETY AND WARNING INFORMATION............................................................................................................................ 6
CONGRATULATIONS.............................................................................................................................................................. 7
BUILDING PERMIT AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION APPROVAL REQUIREMENTS.......................................7
GENERAL INFORMATION...................................................................................................................................................... 8
FV33I OVERALL DIMENSIONS.............................................................................................................................................. 9
SPECIFICATIONS &CLEARANCES .................................................................................................................................... 10
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................................................ 11
FLUE VENTING ...................................................................................................................................................................... 12
RAISED HEARTH SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................... 16
GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................................................................ 17
HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATIONS .................................................................................................................................... 19
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS........................................................................................................................................... 20
INSTALLATION CHECK OFF LIST ...................................................................................................................................... 21
LIGHTING CHECK OFF LIST ................................................................................................................................................ 21
DOOR REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT ...............................................................................................................22
OPERATING DURING POWER OUTAGES............................................................................................................35
“FIRST TIME” PILOT LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................36
IPI/STANDING PILOT SYSTEM INFORMATION....................................................................................................37
FV33I GAS IGNITION SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM ......................................................................................................... 38
MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................................................................................... 39
NATURAL TO LP GAS CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................................... 40
LP PRESSURE REGULATOR CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS......................................................................................... 44
LP GAS PRESSURE REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................................. 45
CHECKING FOR NORMAL BURNER (S) IGNITION CHARACTERISTICS ..................................................................... 46
BLOWER OPERATION AND WIRING.................................................................................................................................. 47
CUSTOMER INFORMATION AND TROUBLE-SHOOTING .............................................................................................. 48
TROUBLE SHOOTING MENDOTA GAS FIREPLACE INSERT ......................................................................................... 48
BURNER FLAMES ADJUSTMENT-AIR INTAKE DAMPER CONTROLS........................................................................ 49
BURNERS AIR SHUTTER CONTROLS ................................................................................................................................ 50
BASIX SURROUNDS AND FACEPLATES INFORMATION...................................................................................51
BACKUP DC POWER INLET CONNECTOR MOUNTING INFORMATION...........................................................52
REPLACEMENT AND SERVICE PARTS.............................................................................................................................. 55
MENDOTA EXTENDED PROTECTION AND LIMITED WARRANTY ....................................................................59

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SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL FV-33i
Natural Gas
Propane Gas
Input rating (Btu/hr) 0-610 m
31,000
31,000
Minimum input (Btu/hr) 0-610 m
10,000
13,000
Orifice size (DMS) 0-610 m (front/rear)
49/45
3/64”/ 3/64”
Manifold pressure (in. w.c./kPa) > High Fire
3.5/0.87
10.0/2.49
Manifold pressure (in. w.c./kPa) >Low Fire
1.7/0.42
6.3/1.57
Minimum inlet pressure (in. w.c./kPa)
5.0/1.24
11.0/2.74
Air shutter settings (in)
1/16”
¼”
EFFICIENCIES .................................EXCEEDS D.O.E. EFFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS (A.F.U.E.)
FLUE VENT LINER............................CO-LINEAR - 4” DIAMETER EXHAUST & 3” DIAMETER INLET
..................................................... Minimum Vent Length is 10 feet. Maximum Vent Length is 70 feet.
NET WEIGHT...................................165 lbs.
SAFETY...........................................AGA CERTIFIED, ELECTRONIC IGNITION IPI SYSTEM
ACTIVATED WITH THERMOSTATIC REMOTE CONTROL.
GAS REQUIREMENTS.......................SUPPLY PRESSURE: GAS INLET: 3/8" N.P.T.
NAT. GAS: 7" W.C. [5.0" W.C. MIN., 11" W.C. MAX.]
L.P. GAS: 11" W.C. [11" W.C. MIN., 13" W.C. MAX.]
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ...... 120 Volts AC, 2 Amps
LISTINGS - INTERTEK TESTING SERVICES TESTED TO: ANSI Z21.88-2005 – CSA2.33-2005 – CAN/CGA 2.17-
M91
Gas appliances must be tested and certified by a nationally recognized testing and certification agency to Ameri-
can National Standards Institute - ANSI Gas Appliance Safety Standards. . The Mendota Gas Fireplace Insert has
been tested and certified by Intertek Testing Services. 8431 Murphy Drive, Middleton, WI 53562.
INSERT INCLUDES CERAMIC COMBUSTION SYSTEM, DUAL HOT AIR BLOWERS, PREMIUM 8-PIECE FIBER LOG SET & COALS, NEO-CERAM
GLASS,THERMOSTATIC REMOTE ELECTRONIC IGNITION, AGA CERTIFIED SAFETY SYSTEM.