Mendota FV36 User manual

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Installation and Operating Instructions
MODEL NO. FV36 –0717 FULLVIEW DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE
HEATER
WARNING: If the information in these instructions
are 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
•Do not try to light any appliance.
•Do not touch any electrical switch; do not
use any 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 supplier.
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 of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not
convertible for use with other gassed, unless a
certified kit is used.
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from
the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance
and shall be installed.
AVERTISSEMENT. Assurez-vous de bien suivre les instructions
données dans cette notice pour réduire au minimum le risque
d'incendie ou d'explosion ou pour éviter tout dommage
matériel, toute blessure ou la mort.
Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d'essence ni d'autres vapeurs ou
liquids 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 à aucun interrupteur. Ne pas vous servir des
téléphones se trouvant dans le bâtiment où vous vous trouvez.
• Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de gaz depuis un
voisin. Suivez les instructions du fournisseur.
• Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de gaz, appelez le
service des incendies.
- L'installation et l'entretien doivent être assurés par un
installateur ou un service d'entretien qualifié ou par le
fournisseur de gaz.
Cet appareil peut être installé dans une maison préfabriquée
(É.-U. seulement) ou mobile déjà installée à demeure si les
règlements locaux le permettent.
Cet appareil doit être utilisé uniquement avec les types de gaz
indiqués sur la plaque signalétique. Une trousse de conversion
est fournie avec cet appareil.
Une barrière conçue pour réduire le risque de brûlures du verre
chaud est fournie avec cet appareil et doit être installée.

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Contents
GENERAL INFORMATION
SAFETY AND WARNING INFORMATION................................................................................................................6
Building Permit and Installation Inspection Approval Requirements...............................................................6
Safety Warnings................................................................................................................................................7
Specific Requirements for the Common Wealth of Massachusetts ...............................................................10
Safety and Structural Concerns ......................................................................................................................11
Venting Requirements ....................................................................................................................................11
Heating Performance......................................................................................................................................12
Aesthetic Considerations................................................................................................................................12
Manual Gas Shutoff Valve Installation Requirement......................................................................................12
SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................................................................13
General Specifications ....................................................................................................................................13
Listing Label ....................................................................................................................................................14
Technical Specifications..................................................................................................................................15
Fireplace Dimensions......................................................................................................................................16
Framing Dimensions .......................................................................................................................................17
Wiring Diagram...............................................................................................................................................18
INSTALLATION
PLANNING THE INSTALLATION ...........................................................................................................................19
Before Installing..............................................................................................................................................19
Selecting Fireplace Location ...........................................................................................................................19
INSTALLING THE FIREPLACE................................................................................................................................20
Framing the Fireplace .....................................................................................................................................20
Constructing the Fireplace Chase ...................................................................................................................21
Mantel Clearances ..........................................................................................................................................22
HEARTH PROTECTION PAD REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................................23
Hearth Pad Guide............................................................................................................................................23
FRAMING DEPTH and FINISHING GUIDES...........................................................................................................24
Finishing Materials Installation.......................................................................................................................24
Finishing Guides..........................................................................................................................................24
Framing Depth and Finishing Materials..........................................................................................................24
Recommended Backing Materials Over Non-Combustible Zone ...............................................................24
Hearth Pad Requirements...........................................................................................................................25
Additional Application Caution for Finish Materials.......................................................................................25
Paint Types Approved for Use ....................................................................................................................25

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Sealant Types Approved for Use.................................................................................................................25
R-VALUE TABLES .................................................................................................................................................26
WILLOWBROOK/GRACE FRONT GUIDE OPTIONS...............................................................................................27
GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS..............................................................................................................................29
Gas Supply Line Sizing.....................................................................................................................................29
Gas Pressure Requirements............................................................................................................................30
Gas Input Rate Verification Requirements .....................................................................................................31
Natural Gas Applications Gas Input Rate Verification Procedures.............................................................31
LP Gas Applications Gas Input Rate Verification Procedures .....................................................................31
High-Altitude Derating....................................................................................................................................31
CONVERTING FIREPLACE FOR LP GAS.................................................................................................................32
Orifice Sizes Requirement...............................................................................................................................32
Procedure to Convert Fireplace for LP Gas.....................................................................................................32
Pilot Flame and Main Burner Relationship Verification..............................................................................36
Pilot Flame Length Adjustment...................................................................................................................36
LP Gas Pressure Requirements .......................................................................................................................37
LP Gas Proper Input Rates ..........................................................................................................................37
Leak Testing Requirements.........................................................................................................................37
Attaching LP Gas Conversion Label.............................................................................................................38
Checking Burner Ignition Characteristics....................................................................................................38
ELECTRICAL SUPPLY REQUIREMENT ...................................................................................................................39
Planning for AC 120VAC Connection ..............................................................................................................39
Backup DC Power Inlet Port Installation.........................................................................................................40
FLUE VENTING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................................................41
General Venting Information..........................................................................................................................41
Component "Twist-Lock" Connection Procedure .......................................................................................41
Vent Cap Heat Shield ..................................................................................................................................42
Exterior Vent Locations and Restrictions ..............................................................................................43
Flue Venting Components Identification ........................................................................................................44
Master Flue Venting Requirements Chart ......................................................................................................45
Important Venting Configuration Notes.........................................................................................................46
Maximum Horizontal Run...........................................................................................................................46
Maximum Vent System Length...................................................................................................................46
Using 90°Elbows .........................................................................................................................................46
Using 90°Elbows When the Initial Starter Vertical Section Is Less Than 4’ ................................................46
Using 45° Elbows.........................................................................................................................................47

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Approved Vent Systems Quick Reference Chart.............................................................................................48
Minimum Rise with Horizontal Termination ..................................................................................................49
Vertical Rise Horizontal Termination..............................................................................................................50
Vertical Through-The-Roof Venting................................................................................................................52
Vertical Through-The-Roof Venting Using Four 90°Elbows............................................................................54
LOG SET INSTALLATION.......................................................................................................................................54
INITIAL INSTALLER STARTUP INFORMATION ......................................................................................................55
ADJUSTING FLAME APPEARANCE .......................................................................................................................56
Air Shutter Adjustments .................................................................................................................................56
Procedure for Adjusting Air Shutters..............................................................................................................56
Exhaust Damper..............................................................................................................................................56
Normal Flame Height......................................................................................................................................57
REPLACEMENT PARTS and SERVICE....................................................................................................................58
Over Firing of Burner ......................................................................................................................................58
Maintaining Correct Pilot-Flame, Pilot Outage, and Relighting......................................................................58
How to Access Components ...........................................................................................................................58
Convection Blowers ....................................................................................................................................59
Accent Light ................................................................................................................................................59
Valve Assembly ...........................................................................................................................................60
Burners........................................................................................................................................................61
Glass Frame Assembly ....................................................................................................................................62
To Replace Damaged Glass .........................................................................................................................62
INSTALLATION CHECKLIST...................................................................................................................................63
LIGHTING CHECKLIST...........................................................................................................................................63
HOMEOWNER OPERATION
WELCOME TO MENDOTA ...................................................................................................................................64
OPERATION INFORMATION................................................................................................................................65
Using Your Remote Control ............................................................................................................................65
Synchronizing the Fireplace and the Remote Control................................................................................65
Remote Control Functions ..........................................................................................................................65
Remote Control Operating Instructions .........................................................................................................68
To Turn on the Fireplace.............................................................................................................................68
To Turn off the Fireplace.............................................................................................................................68
Understanding Your Remote Control Icons................................................................................................68
IPI and CPI Modes ...........................................................................................................................................70
Setting to IPI or CPI mode...........................................................................................................................70

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FIRST-TIME LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................................71
Safety Information..........................................................................................................................................71
Operating Instructions....................................................................................................................................71
To Turn off Gas to Fireplace........................................................................................................................71
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS........................................................................................................................72
What should I do if I smell gas? ..................................................................................................................72
Where can I find the model and serial numbers?.......................................................................................72
Can I operate my fireplace during power outages?....................................................................................73
What maintenance is required for my Mendota? ......................................................................................73
How do I clean the viewing glass? ..............................................................................................................74
Is my flame performance correct?..............................................................................................................74
What should I do if my fireplace is sooting?...............................................................................................74
How do I change from Celsius to Fahrenheit on my remote? ....................................................................74
How do I set the child-lock mode? .............................................................................................................75
When should I change the batteries in my remote control?......................................................................75
Why did my thermostat disappear from my remote?................................................................................75
Why won’t my fireplace turn on? ...............................................................................................................75
What happens when I first light my fireplace?...........................................................................................76
WARRANTY QUALIFICATION AND SERVICE REFERENCE.....................................................................................77
MENDOTA STANDARD WARRANTY AND LIFETIME WARRANTY on DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACES AND
INSERTS...........................................................................................................................................................78