Mendota CHELSEA M-27, Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...TEZ 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 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 assu...

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Page 3: ... 3 step curing cycle After the 3 step curing cycle has been completed all smoking will have stopped Some slight odors may remain With subsequent use of this Fireplace odors will slowly dissipate and disappear ODOR RISKS If this appliance is not operated for an extended period three months or longer when first fired again expect odors of burnt dust and lint just like when turning on your home heati...

Page 4: ...d Application Cautions 28 3 2 15 3 1 Mendota Cool Wall Error Bookmark not defined 3 2 15 3 2 Versiheat Error Bookmark not defined 3 2 15 3 3 FlexHeat Error Bookmark not defined 3 3 ELECTRICAL TECHNICAL REFERENCES 39 3 4 PLUMBING TECHNICAL REFERENCES 41 4 1 INSTALLATION CHECKLIST 45 4 2 UNPACKING THE FIREPLACE 46 4 3 CONTENTS OF THE MANUAL PACKET 47 4 4 ITEMS PACKAGED INSIDE FIREBOX 47 4 5 WHAT IS ...

Page 5: ...T TIME LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 87 5 5 TO TURN OFF GAS TO FIREPLACE 88 5 6 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 89 6 1 REQUIRED PERIODIC INSPECTIONS 92 6 2 CLEANING VIEWING GLASS 92 6 3 REQUIRED ANNUAL MAINTENANCE 92 6 4 OVER FIRING OR UNDER FIRING OF BURNER 93 6 5 PILOT OUTAGE AND RE LIGHTING 93 6 6 COMBUSTION SYSTEM MILLIVOLT READINGS 93 6 7 BURNER FLAME HEIGHTS REFERENCE DIAGRAM 94 8 1 INSTALLER VERIFICATIO...

Page 6: ...horities 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 Z223 1 also known as NFPA 54 CAUTION The Mendota Fireplace may be installed in a manufactured mobile home a...

Page 7: ...nneau à un technicien agréé WARNING Mendota gas fireplaces are heat producing appliances Do not burn wood paper or other materials in this fireplace This fireplace is designed as a supplemental heat source It is advisable to have an alternative primary heat supply WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual For...

Page 8: ...acles and materials for servicing and proper operation Use only Mendota approved Screens Fronts and Trim Kits Due to high temperature the fireplace should be located out of traffic areas and away from furniture and draperies En raison des températures élevées l appareil devrait être installé dans un endroit où il y a peu de circulation et loin du mobilier et des tentures Clothing or flammable mate...

Page 9: ...heater is not for use with air filters Foyer au gaz à évacuation Ne pas utiliser avec du combustible solide Keep burner and control compartment clean See installation and operating instructions accompanying fireplace S assurer que le brûleur et le compartiment des commandes sont propres Voir les instructions d installation et d utilisation qui accompagnent l appareil WARNING Improper installation ...

Page 10: ...Building Code 3 A metal or plastic identification plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum 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 in size GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUC...

Page 11: ...gency or the gas supplier Any adjustments to burner pilot logs or coal bed must be made by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier If the ignition control system goes into lockout mode always wait 5 minutes before attempting to relight Never block off convection air openings or paths Trim panels or surrounds shall not seal ventilation openings in the fireplace Always use Mendota d...

Page 12: ...ace turned on and continue to Step 3 Step 3 Final Curing Cycle With the fireplace still turned on from Step 2 Set the Fan Speed Control to the lowest setting Level 1 If any new curing odors are detected continue to run the fireplace with this setting until the curing odors have diminished ATTENTION Slight odors may still be noticeable on future startups of the fireplace These will diminish over ti...

Page 13: ...d Selecting Appliance Location When selecting a location for your appliance it is important to consider the required clearances to walls WARNING FIRE RISK ODOR RISK Install appliance on 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 yo...

Page 14: ...M27 Page 14 Listing Label The listing label is located behind the right side hinged surround leg It is secured to a chain and left loosely in the air gap and can be pulled out to be viewed Figure 3 1 Listing Label ...

Page 15: ...n labels are attached to this appliance body and door glass as required per code to inform you of important facts Make certain you heed all the warning and caution statements during installation and maintenance of this appliance Figure 3 2 Figure 3 3 Figure 3 4 Figure 3 5 Figure 3 6 ...

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Page 17: ...rands or series Always use the same brand and series components throughout the entire vent system MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION UNIT TO FLOOR 0in 0mm GLASS EDGE TO ADJACENT SIDEWALL 12 in 305 mm UNIT TO ENCLOSURE SIDEWALL 0 in 0 mm VENT PIPE TOP TO COMBUSTIBLES 3in 51mm UNIT TO ENCLOSURE BACK WALL 1 in 25 mm VENT PIPE SIDES TO COMBUSTIBLES 1in 25mm UNIT TOP TO ENCLOSURE CEILING 1 ...

Page 18: ...ace temperatures that are too hot to touch This level of surface temperature is considered normal and does not indicate any hazardous situation Hearth Pad Temperatures New hearth protection pads installed are required to have a thermal insulation value of R 1 The top exposed surface of the noncombustible hearth pads can reach a temperature that is too hot to touch as high as 250o F This is conside...

Page 19: ...85 03 01120 M27 Page 19 Fireplace Dimensions and Clearances Figure 3 10 Overall Fireplace Dimensions ...

Page 20: ...ical vent systems If a straight up vertical vent system is being considered the top plate on the front wall of the chase will need to be notched to allow the proper 1 clearance from the top plate to the vertical vent pipe Furthermore all framing headers and members that are located within the 1 clearance requirement to the vent stack or vent components must be positioned on edge on the 1 1 2 edge ...

Page 21: ...ion 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 ca...

Page 22: ...85 03 01120 M27 Page 22 Clearance from Appliance Outer Surfaces Figure 3 14 CLEARANCES TO APPLIANCE BODY ...

Page 23: ...etal or ceramic standoffs or spacers between the metal shield and the combustible surface being protected The bottom and top edges of the cavity between the metal shield and the combustible surface must be left open The steel shield must be a minimum of 12 larger in each direction than the surface area of the source of heat or if the surface being protected is smaller than surface area of the sour...

Page 24: ...lure 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 NOTE For mantels that protrude more than 8 inches from the front surface of the fireplace use a rise and run of 1 1 to calculate the required height to the mantel EXAMPLE You have a 12 mantel To calculate the he...

Page 25: ...pad area in front of th is fireplace unless you plan to raise this unit 12 or more above the floor level Caution Modern carpets use polypropylene nylon or polyester fibers in the upper visible layer These fibers when exposed to radiant heat can curl and stiffen It is not possible to prevent radiation effects to the carpet fibers even when this unit is raised high Avoid installing carpets in the he...

Page 26: ... stone slabs and prevent cracking chipping and breakage during shipping and handling These coatings also provide a glossy or satin surface finish and help seal the stone surface The polyester resin used on marble slabs can discolor when exposed to temperatures greater than 150 o F and will structurally fail at temperatures above 230o F The epoxy resin coating used on granite slabs are resistant to...

Page 27: ...s Improper selection can lead to emission of chemicals with unwanted smells Suitable Backer Materials R Ratings R Values of common Backer Materials Material Thickness R Value Mineral Fiber Board Micore 160 1 2 1 270 Mineral Fiber Board Micore 300 1 2 1 030 Mineral Fiber Board Micor SB 1 2 1 470 Cearmic Board Rescor 360 1 2 1 110 Cearmic Board Fiberfrax Duraboard LD 1 2 1 100 Skamolex 475 600 700 V...

Page 28: ...ne sealants which may have modifier additives used to accelerate drying times and curing times Consult with a reputable paints and sealants supplier and acquire heat resistant polyurethane sealants 3 2 12 5 3 Wood Application Cautions If wood used around or in front of the fireplace has been chemically cleaned or bleached prior to staining or painting it is of the utmost importance to make certain...

Page 29: ...ept for a corner installation and for installations that use solid Granite or Marble slabs as fascia materials The framing depth may be left at 14 deep or reduced based on the finishing material thickness Finish Material Thickness Max Framing Depth 13 13 1 13 1 12 1 12 1 12 2 12 Figure 3 20 FRAMING DEPTH FINISHING MATERIAL THICKNESS ...

Page 30: ...85 03 01120 M27 Page 30 Finishing Materials Cutting Dimensions Figure 3 21 FINISHING MATERIALS CUTTING DIMENSONS ...

Page 31: ...imum operation temperatures Mendota Hearth will not be held liable for any adverse effects on a television or other products located near to a Mendota Hearth fireplace The drawings below show recommendations that may be used as a guide for those consumers that decide to locate a television above a Mendota Hearth fireplace These recommendations have been found to reduce the heat impact to a televis...

Page 32: ... the fireplace The cavity shall be at least 6 inches taller and 6 inches wider than the television The cavity s bottom surface must be a minimum of 24 inches above the top air gap of this fireplace The cavity must be deep enough for the television to be recessed at least 2 inches in from the wall ...

Page 33: ...ing 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 chimney serving another solid fuel or gas burning appliance Ea...

Page 34: ...estrictions ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 6 or 7 PIPE DuraVent 6 Amerivent 7 9 12 2 12 VENT STACK 3 24 VENT STACK 4 36 VENT STACK 5 48 VENT STACK 6 90ºGALVANIZED ELBOW 6a 45º GALVANIZED ELBOW 7 ADJUSTABLE WALL THIMBLE 8 ATTIC INSULATION SHIELD 12 9 ROOF FLASHING 0 12 TO 6 12 10 ROOF FLASHING 7 12 TO 12 12 11 STORM COLLAR 12 VERTICAL VENT CAP 13 SUPPORT BAND 14 HORIZONTAL VENT CAP 15 FIRE STOP SPACER 14 7 6 1...

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Page 36: ...nce to non mechanical air supply inlet to building or the combustion air inlet to any other appliance 12 inches 30 cm minimum D Vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal from the center line of the terminal 18 45 cm min Minimum 24 60 cm to Vinyl Soffit K Clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet In USA 3 feet minimum above if within 10 feet horizontally In Canada 6 feet m...

Page 37: ...pliances are terminated next to each other the minimum required distance between the vertical center line of the vent caps is 18 to prevent recirculation of exhaust from one vent cap outlet into the air intake of another vent cap If a wood burning flue opening is adjacent to a gravity direct vent system gas appliance vent cap and the distance between vertical center lines of the two terminations i...

Page 38: ...elow the fresh air openings in the vent cap The fresh air openings shall provide a minimum open area of 60 square inches This fresh air opening area shall be broken into at least two equal openings or more if possible Each opening shall have a minimum height of 2 and a length that provides the required opening to yield a total of 60 square inches minimum 4 The fresh air openings shall be protected...

Page 39: ...plate secured with two screws route the 3 wire end of house power wire cable through the strain relief in the cover plate 2 Strip the ends of the house power wires and the three color coded wires within the junction box Connect each color coded wire to corresponding colored wires within the junction box Use the supplied wire nuts to connect each wire pair ends Note When connecting two braided wire...

Page 40: ...Verify proper operation after servicing Convection Blower System Dual blowers are provided as standard equipment with this M27 Fireplace The dual blowers have an air output rating of 190 CFM in free air This Fireplace is designed to operate with the blowers turned off or on Turning the blower on aids in distributing and circulating heat to the room this Fireplace is installed in BLOWER OPERATION T...

Page 41: ...Y OF CONTAMINANTS ENTERING THE GAS TRAIN ADHERE STRICTLY TO LOCAL AND NATIONAL CODES Gas Supply Line Sizing This Mendota Gas Fireplace comes equipped with a 1 2 N P T Female inlet Gas supply piping must enter the Fireplace cabinet on the left side Use the table below to determine the proper gas line diameter that must be installed to run from the supply regulator to the factory installed manual sh...

Page 42: ...s supply piping system by closing its equipment shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psi 3 5 kPa Drip Leg Requirement A drip leg sediment trap must be installed within the main gas supply line serving this appliance Figure 3 30 Drip Leg Sediment Trap Manual Gas Shutoff Valve Requirement If local building codes requir...

Page 43: ...tion Before you run the gas line read understand and properly calculate the required gas line size Improper too small gas line size application can lead to improper burner ignition and can cause property damage and or injury If you are not qualified or certified to run a gas line do not proceed Contact a qualified Gas Plumber The gas inlet fitting supplied with this Fireplace provides a 1 2 female...

Page 44: ...r burner and 59 front burner for all elevations in between 0 2000ft LPG orifice size shall be 57 rear burner and 60 front burner for all elevations exceeding 2000ft Verify that the manifold gas pressure is within 10 0 WC 1 8 High Altitude De Rating Consult with your local gas supplier regarding high altitude derating necessity It may not be necessary to change orifice sizes if the gas supply is al...

Page 45: ...n accordance with instructions All joints are secured twist locked and leak proof Horizontal or vertical vent cap is installed right side up and tightly sealed to structure per instructions Proper exterior and interior clearances for vent systems and locations for wall vent cap roof vent cap are maintained Correct gas pressure proper size gas lines and gas leaks are checked 120 V electrical servic...

Page 46: ...Fireplace To remove the outer box identify and remove four Philips head drywall screws that secure a cardboard L pincher at the bottom of each corner of the box Lift the outer box vertically straight upward until lower edge of the box clears the top of the unit body Set the box aside Mendota recommends recycling the outer box Figure 4 1 Outer Box Removal ...

Page 47: ...1 00198 Must Leave with Homeowner NO IMAGE INSWOOL BAG 35 01 00239 NO IMAGE SMALL COALS BAG 35 01 00240 NO IMAGE LARGE COALS BAG 35 01 00311 NO IMAGE Owner s Manual Must Leave with Homeowner This Manual Figure 4 2 Manual Packet Contents 4 4 ITEMS PACKAGED INSIDE FIREBOX Firebox Lining Red Brick or Milano Tile depending on the specific model selected Fiber Log set 4 5 WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED WITH THIS...

Page 48: ...replace body is bolted to the pallet top surface using 5 16 X 1 Lag Screws in three points One on each side and one or more at the rear Use a 1 2 socket and wrench to remove the lag screws and detach fireplace from the pallet top Figure 4 3 Unbolting Unit from Pallet ...

Page 49: ...lace Always make certain the hook glass latches are in the inverted position after removing the glass frame This inverted latch position will make it easier to reinstall the glass frame later With both hands rotate top edge of glass frame away from unit approximately 8 Lift glass frame up 1 at an angle and move away from unit Door is now free from unit NOTE Always check glass gasket condition and ...

Page 50: ...ss 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 Repeat for all four latches D...

Page 51: ... the refractory liner Damage or breakage caused by mishandling abuse or not following these instructions is not covered under the Mendota Warranty Figure 4 4 GLASS FRAME AND GRATE REMOVAL IMPORTANT YOU MUST COMPLETE STEPS 7 AND 8 TO GUARANTEE THAT THE REFRACTORY LINER IS INSTALLED PROPERLY BEFORE FIRING THIS FIREPLACE 1 Remove the Glass Frame Assembly by using the tool supplied and following instr...

Page 52: ...s shown in the diagrams below The Refractory Retainer Bracket must be installed in the same orientation as shown in the detail view below The Refractory Retainer Bracket is designed to push the Refractory Liner against the back wall of the firebox It is critical that you push the Refractory Liner firmly against the firebox back wall then attach the Refractory Retainer Bracket to hold the Refractor...

Page 53: ... in property damage or personal injury General Conversion Information WARNING Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury Caution The electrical supply to the fireplace must be turned off prior to performing the conversion The gas supply must be shut off prior...

Page 54: ...ing 3 Install the new LP Pressure Regular onto the gas valve body in the same position and orientation as the NG Pressure Regulator you removed in Step 2 above The LP Pressure Regulator can only be mounted in one position Secure the LP Pressure Regulator in place using the 3 screws you removed in Step 2 Tighten down using a flat blade screwdriver 4 Install the enclosed identification label G to th...

Page 55: ...ith large vice grips tightly loosen pilot light hood using a 7 16 open end wrench on the hex shaped base Rotate counter clock wise turn to loosen REMOVE THE PILOT HOOD 9 Remove the NG Pilot Orifice Thimble Pilot orifice thimble is located inside pilot hood base 10 Insert the LP Pilot Orifice Thimble 11 Thread on the pilot hood into pilot body base by hand until finger tight 12 Tighten down hex sha...

Page 56: ...system must be leak proof WARNING Do not proceed with operation of this fireplace unless burner cycles on o ff without delays Pilot Flame and Burner Relationship Verification Prior to completing the LPG conversion process the qualified 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 toward...

Page 57: ...des Refer to the national fuel gas code and local zoning and code authorities for details on installation requirements The Mendota Fireplaces 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 confo rm with National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 or Canadian Code CAN1 B149 or most current edition ...

Page 58: ...al pipe run allowed with a 900 elbow connected directly to this fireplace s flue starter collar 2 Maximum Vertical Run allowed is 45 feet 3 Maximum Vent System length allowed is 45 feet V min H max 0 in 48 6 in 9 6 12 in 16 18 in 16 6 24 in 17 30 in 17 6 36 in 18 6 4 ft 25 ft 20 ...

Page 59: ...ntal run calculated subtract 3 feet for each additional 90 degree elbow you will use 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 Be sure to maintain 1 air space to any combustibles 2 above horizontal runs Example 1 By using three 90º elbows the maximum ...

Page 60: ...e x 10 1 4 high opening in the wall for use with a mandatory wall thimble The hole must be positioned so the vent system will run level or have a rise per foot of run AND be perpendicular to the wall The height of the opening must be located to meet all local and national building codes Do not allow the termination to be easily blocked or obstructed If wall being penetrated is non combustible mate...

Page 61: ...the vent pipe will penetrate the outside wall Be sure all vent components are properly twist locked and leak proof 3 Cut and frame a 9 1 4 wide x 10 1 4 high opening in the outside wall opening for use with a mandatory wall thimble and 9 x 9 opening in ceiling openings for use with a mandatory ceiling fire stop The outside wall hole must be positioned so the vent system will run level or have a on...

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Page 63: ...ain 1 airspace clearances to combustibles 2 above horizontal runs Cut a 9 x 9 or larger opening in the roof centered in the small drilled hole placed in the roof in No 1 Make the opening large enough to be of sufficient size to meet all clearance requirements Continue to assemble lengths of pipe and elbows necessary to reach up through the roofline Galvanized pipe and elbows may be utilized in the...

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Page 66: ...letely Adjust position of damper by judging the flame characteristics after 20 minutes of burn time If the flames ghost off burners or if sooting occurs in LPG units open the vent damper FULLY and work backwards in increments to determine the correct damper position for that particular installation Look into the convection air cavity and note the Damper Position Indicator 1 downward bend shows the...

Page 67: ...c wrap using a sharp utility knife or equivalent Locate the 2 bags of coals glow ing embers and the log pieces Identify each log piece numbered A through G and the Large Chunk coals H Small coals I and Glowing Embers J per the diagram show on this page CAUTION HANDLE LOG PIECES WITH CARE LOGS ARE FRAGILE ...

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Page 75: ...e coals do not plug any burner ports This also provides for a cove under each coal that will glow red and create an attractive ember bed effect If you provide large gaps between the large chunk coals and leave the gaps open the front burner flames will yield random yellow flames along the front edge and between the coal pieces Avoid packing small coals tightly Doing so will only yield red glow eff...

Page 76: ...erent finishes and colors or a Cast Iron Decorative Overlay are available and may be purchased and installed during the installation of a Surround Kit or at a later date If any of these optional kits are to be installed install them on the surround parts before you follow these instructions to install the sur round kit on the fireplace Identify the parts included with the surround kit IMPORTANT A ...

Page 77: ... Surround Legs The Pull Handle must be located in the bottom half of the surround leg Use this item to identify the Left Hand and Right Hand Surround Legs 2 NOTE If the Pull Handles are not factory assembled attach one pull handle on each left hand and right hand surround leg ...

Page 78: ... 6 Slide one 1 8 ID X 5 32 OD spacer washer over each pin 7 Align Hinge pinholes in Surround Top with the Top Hinge Pins in the Surround Legs Slide Surround Top over the Top Hinge Pins until the spacer washer is pinched between the Surround Legs and the Surround Top 8 Align Hinge pinholes in Surround Bottom with the Bottom Hinge Pins in the Surround Legs Slide Surround Bot tom over the Bottom Hing...

Page 79: ...braces are designed to keep the assembly as a ONE_PIECE ASSEMBLY during the installation process These temporary braces will prevent the Left Hand and Right Hand Surround Legs from closing fully This is normal 10 The Surround Parts are now attached together and the assembly is ready to be attached to the fireplace ...

Page 80: ...e the two Hex Head Screws that secure the Hearth Pad Spacer to the Fireplace and slide it out and discard 12 Identify the Top Center Clip Side Attachment Brackets and the 8 32 Studs located on the backside of the Surround Assembly 13 Thread one 8 32 nut on each of the three 8 32 studs attached to the Surround Bottom Thread the nuts in only about 1 8 and leave loose ...

Page 81: ...the Surround Bottom into the three open slots in the fireplace floor plate s front flange Do not tighten the nuts at this time 15 Rotate entire Surround Assembly in towards the fireplace 16 Make certain that the Side Attachment Brackets slide in between the Outer Skin and the inner heat shield in the fireplace ...

Page 82: ...T BRACKETS part of Surround Top to unit through slots located in left and right sides of top surround see Figure below Leave screws loose to allow for adjustment and alignment of sur round 19 Drive one Sheet Metal Screw upward through the slot in the TOP CENTER CLIP on the back of Surround Top in to the hole located in the INNER SHIELD TOP Leave screw loose for adjustment ...

Page 83: ...ght Hand Sur round Leg to Surround Top and Surround Bottom This Surround Kit is SELF ALIGNING Only a slight left to right adjustment needs to be made to make certain that the gaps between the Surround Top and the Surround Legs are equal on both the left and right sides 2 Open Left and Right Hand Surround Legs Hold Surround Top in its final position and tighten the three loosely attached Sheet Meta...

Page 84: ...and log installation instructions were followed Burners lights immediately and flame runs promptly around rear burner and lights entire burner Note Do not proceed with operation unless burner cycles on off without delays Flame is stable and does not lift off burner after 5 minutes of startup If flame still lifts off burner after 5 minutes turn unit off and check that all vent pipes are twist locke...

Page 85: ...p if flame is too blue close air shutter in small 1 8 increments until flame turns desired realistic yellow Use glass latch tool to hook end and slide control 1 If flame is causing soot on viewing glass open air shutter fully until sooting stops Continue burning unit with air shutter fully open for four to six hours until all internal deposited soot has burned off 2 Once deposited soot has disappe...

Page 86: ...y room In addition to offering the most realistic log details textures coloration and the most realistic wood fire options Mendota also offers a large array of internal firebox lining options and external decorative options Visit www mendotahearth com and your local Mendota dealer s show room to view all options available 5 2 HEATING PERFORMANCE Mendota s high heat output Fireplace will heat a lar...

Page 87: ... flame must register a minimum of 325 millivolt 6 After pilot is lit and before installing logs turn Gas Dial to ON 7 Push Main Burner ON OFF switch to on position Burners should light immediately 8 If Rear Burner does not light Push Rear Burner ON OFF switch to on 9 Push MAIN BURNER ON OFF SWITCH to ON then OFF to cycle the burner on off to make certain it ignites promptly and that the flame runs...

Page 88: ... turned down to reduce heat distribution NEVER over fire by increasing BTUH above nameplate specifications NEVER turn down reduce pilot flame below the minimum 325 millivolts 14 Open windows for first two hours of operation NOTICE Initial start up will cause some NON TOXIC off gassing of adhesives binders paint etc Most nuisance odors will be eliminated after the first 2 hrs of operation however s...

Page 89: ...sistance Where can I find the model and serial numbers When requesting service you will be asked to provide the model number and serial number to your Mendota dealer This information will expedite the warranty verification process The Listing Label contains the model number and serial number for your particular appliance This is an example of your listing label Listing label location The listing l...

Page 90: ...specially for LP gas applications always verify visible pilot flame length is at least 1 long 4 Vacuum all burner ports Be sure the burner ports are open 5 Visual check of main burner s rear and front flames is required 6 Remove logs and coals and clean away any foreign matter lint carbon etc on the burner and logs 7 Clean under side of the logs for any carbon deposits Note Logs should be visually...

Page 91: ... or air shutter operation However some small areas of soot deposits on log surfaces are deemed acceptable If you observe large soot areas larger than 1 x1 on log surfaces or signs of sooting on the door glass usually a thin black film on the Fireplace 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 inform...

Page 92: ...clean glass interior surface Do not use oven cleaner or abrasive cleaners to clean glass 6 3 REQUIRED ANNUAL MAINTENANCE See Chapter 5 6 4 What maintenance is required In addition to the Required Periodic Inspections the following procedures m ust be performed each year by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier Any adjustments to burner pilot or logs must be done by a qualified i...

Page 93: ...ty without proper diagnosis 6 6 COMBUSTION SYSTEM MILLIVOLT READINGS Millivolt readings must be taken by a qualified installer at the time of installation and after any interruption in burner operation These readings will establish proper thermopile millivolt generation and assure trouble free burner operation Readings must be taken with A Pilot ONLY operating B Main Burner operating PILOT ONLY OP...

Page 94: ... maximum height after the burners have been operating for 30 minutes or longer A normal rear flame will be 1 to 2 inches above the rear log top edge This however is dependent on the gas type air shutter opening setting and vent system configuration Actual flame heights can be slightly higher or lower when compared to this reference image ...

Page 95: ...gned with the valve pilot shutter boxes shutter cables and gas lines as part of one assembly that can be removed from the fireplace To remove the assembly first remove the inspection panel This will allow the main gas inlet and wires to the valve rear burner solenoid and pilot to be disconnected After disconnecting the gas line and wires remove the screws from the valve mounting plate 13 on the le...

Page 96: ... 1 4 MALE 19 65 06 01064 SPARK IGNITER PIEZO 6 65 07 00009 BCF 3 8 TUBE X 1 4 MPT COMP 20 10 10 00104 SWITCH ROCKER 1A822 BLK 7 65 06 01062 CABLE AIR SHUTTER W SET COLLAR 30in 21 10 03 00072 SKYTECH WIRE HARNESS W SWITCH 8 65 06 00954 CABLE AIR SHUTTER W SET COLLAR 22 10 01 00047 KNOB BLACK 1260331 9 HA 48 00021 EXTENSION SHUTOFF ASSEMBLY M27 23 05 02 00284 EXTENSION SHORT KNOB HI LO 11 65 14 0004...

Page 97: ...e on the gasket should contact the glass surface Use tracer lines in gasket to determine where the glass should sit on the gasket surface 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 The glass frame assembly and its individual components are available through Johnson Gas...

Page 98: ...ner flames are stable and are not lifting off burner Inform owner that an initial curing step is required Read and follow Mendota Fireplace and Insert Curing Instructions found on unit and in owner s manual Smoke will emit during initial curing step Provide owner with contents of owner s manual packet Owner s manuals remote control transmitter glass latch tool backup battery system etc Train owner...

Page 99: ...l breakage only STD Stainless Steel Burner Tubes Ceramic Burners STD All Castings EXT STD Valve Assembly and all gas control components Pilot Assembly Flame Sensor Spark Electrode Pilot Tubing Orifices Thermocouple Thermopile EXT STD All other Electrical Components Ignition Control Boards Wiring Switches Blowers Blower Control Module Battery Pack EXT STD Venting Venting Components EXT STD Remote C...

Page 100: ... to be defective prior to processing or authorizing of any claim Failure to allow this upon request will void the warranty All warranty claims must be submitted by the dealer servicing the claim including a copy of the Bill of Sale proof of purchase by you All claims must be complete and provide full details as requested by Mendota to receive consideration for evaluation Incomplete claims may be r...

Page 101: ...overed under the terms of this warranty 14 Freight damages for products or parts are not covered under the terms of the warranty 15 Products made or provided by other manufacturers and used in conjunction with the Mendota appliance without prior authorization from Mendota may void this warranty Limitations of Liability The original purchaser s exclusive remedy under this warranty and Mendota s sol...

Page 102: ...gister with Mendota to qualify for the Lifetime Limited Warranty within 30 days Product registration will activate your Lifetime Limited Warranty Owners should complete the forms available at mendotahearth com warranty Note Your Mendota dealer can assist with warranty applications and information ...

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