Monessen Hearth Direct Vent Gas Insert IDV380NVC Installation And Operating Instructions Manual
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DIRECT VENT GAS INSERT
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
MODELS:
IDV490NVC, IDV490PVC,
IDV380NVC, AND IDV380PVC
WARNINGS
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.
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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
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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.
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Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
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 gases, unless a certified kit is used.
READ BEFORE INSTALLING. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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- Page 1 DIRECT VENT GAS INSERT INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MODELS: IDV490NVC, IDV490PVC, IDV380NVC, AND IDV380PVC WARNINGS 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. –...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Monessen Fireplace. Important Safety Information ... 3 Product Features ... 5 Code Approval ... 5 Pre-Installation Information Installing Above 2000 Feet ... 6 Orifice Sizes, Pressures and BTUs ... 6 Insert Dimensions ... -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
INSTALLER Please leave these instructions with the appliance. • Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this insert. • Any change to this insert or its controls can be dangerous. • Improper installation or use of this insert can cause serious injury or death from fire, burns, explosions, electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning. - Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Continued from page 3 Never install the insert • in a recreational vehicle • where curtains, furniture, clothing, or other flammable objects are less than 36" from the front, top, or sides of the insert • in high traffic areas •...
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Page 5: Product Features
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS • This appliance has been certified for use with either natural or propane gas. See appropriate data plates. • This appliance is not for use with solid fuels. • The appliance is approved for bedroom or bedsitting room installations. •... -
Page 6: Pre-Installation Information
PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION INSTALLING ABOVE 2000 FEET • In the USA, the appliance must be derated 4% for every 1,000 ft above 2,000 ft elevations. • In Canada, these appliances are certified for altitudes of 0 – 2000 ft, and must be de-rated by 10 percent for installations between 2000 and 4,500 ft. -
Page 7: Fireplace And Insert Dimensions
Side 21˝ 18˝ 28˝ IDV380 Opening IDV490NV/PVC " - 629mm " - 856mm " - 791mm " - 500mm " - 292mm 33" - 838mm " - 445mm 57D0016 FIREPLACE AND INSERT DIMENSIONS 21˝ Figure 2 - External Insert Dimensions INSERTS IDV380NV/PVC IDV490NV/PVC... -
Page 8: General Installation Information
GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION The following factors should be taken into consideration: • This insert should have sufficient access for its safe operation and maintenance. • The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not be obstructed. Minimum clearances to combustibles, such as mantels, must be maintained. See Figures 3 and 4, pages 9 and 10. •... -
Page 9: Installation
INSTALLATION INSERT CLEARANCES No combustibles (ie: drapes, doors) may be within, or swing within, 36" of the front of the inset. 8" (203mm) Figure 3 - Mantel Clearances MANTEL CLEARANCES NOTE: The combustible area above the facing must not protrude more than "... -
Page 10: Insert Placement
INSTALLATION INSERT PLACEMENT • Insert must be placed within a code-conforming masonry fireplace or a tested and listed zero-clearance (UL-127, solid fuel) fireplace. Repair any fireplace damage prior to installation. • Because the insert uses a circulation blower, clean the fireplace, smoke shelf, and chimney before installing. •... -
Page 11: Zero-Clearance (Metal) Fireplace Requirements
ZERO-CLEARANCE (METAL) FIREPLACE REQUIREMENTS • The damper and grate must be removed. • The smoke shelf, internal baffles, screen, refractory, and metal or glass doors may be removed (if applicable). • Installer must attach red warning plate to the inside of the firebox of fireplace with screws supplied. -
Page 12: Vent Installation
VENT INSTALLATION Read all instructions completely and thoroughly before attempting installation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life. Operation of improperly installed and maintained venting systems could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life. INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS Consult local building codes before beginning the installation. -
Page 13: Vent Requirements
VENT REQUIREMENTS • Make sure the exhaust pipe on heater connects to exhaust portion of cap. Attach flex liners. See Figure 6. • Do not crimp or rupture liner when bending it into chimney offsets. • The exhaust vent must reline the entire length of chimney and terminate above chimney top. •... -
Page 14: Altitude Considerations
VENT INSTALLATION ALTITUDE CONSIDERATIONS This heater has been tested at altitudes ranging from sea level to 4,500 feet (USA), 0-2000 feet (Canada). In this testing, heater with standard orifice burns correctly with just an air shutter adjustment. If you need to resize orifice for use at high altitude, contact your dealer. -
Page 15: Vent Configurations
VENT CONFIGURATIONS Exhaust Figure 8 - Inlet and Exhaust Reline NOTE: You may use either reline configuration with a masonry or zero-clearance fireplace. 57D0016 Termination Kit 490 unit - part # AI42TK43A 380 unit - part #AI31TK33A Inlet 4" (100mm) or 3" (75mm) Exhaust UL 1777 Gas Liner 3"... -
Page 16: Manifold Removal And Installation
VENT INSTALLATION MANIFOLD REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION The manifold is shipped attached to insert. It may be removed to allow tight installation. Mani- fold may be loosened and rotated for desired pipe location. Flex Vent Chimney Manifold Bracket Figure 10 - Placing Manifold Into Fireplace 5. -
Page 17: Insert Installation
CHECK GAS TYPE Use proper gas type for the insert you are installing. If you have conflicting gas type, do not install insert. See dealer where you purchased the insert for proper insert according to your gas type. INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO INSERT LOCATION For propane/LP units, never connect insert directly to the propane/LP supply. - Page 18 INSERT INSTALLATION Only persons licensed to work with gas piping may make the necessary gas connections to this appliance. NOTE : The gas line connection may be made using some municipalities have additional local codes it is always best to consult your local authorities and the current edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI.Z223.1, NFPA54.
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Page 19: Checking Gas Pressure
Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as stated on the applianceʼs rating decal. If the gas supply is different from the fireplace, STOP! Do not install the appliance. Contact your dealer immediately. Install and attach 30" (762mm) flex line provided with on this appliance to "... -
Page 20: Electrical Installation
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL WIRING This insert will work without any electrical supply. Electricity is only needed to operate blower. Electrical connections should only be performed by a qualified, licensed electrician. Main power must be off when connecting to main electrical power supply or performing service. -
Page 21: Log Placement
Before you begin — This unit is supplied with seven (7) ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands. Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. After handling the logs, wash your hands gently with soap and water to remove any traces of fibers. - Page 22 LOG PLACEMENT Left Front Log (#2) Pins Figure 20 - Installing Left Log #2 Left Center Log (#4) Figure 22 - Installing Left Center Log #4 5. Line up the holes in the bottom of the left base log (#2) with two (2) pins on the left side of insert. Install left base log.
- Page 23 8. Set right center log (#5) on center pin to the left of right base log. See Figure 23. 9. Place one end of right top log (#6) on cutout of right base log (#3). Line up other end on right center log (#5). See Figure 24.
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Page 24: Surround And Trim Installation
SURROUND INSTALLATION INSTALLING FACING 1. Remove glass. See Page 31. 2. Line up plain or beveled surround with unit opening. 3. Attach surround to unit with six (6) screws provided. See Figures 26 and 27. 4. Install glass. Plain Surround Screws Figure 26 - Installing Plain Surround INSTALLING ON/OFF SWITCH... -
Page 25: Filigree Panels And Cabinet Door Frame Installation
FILIGREE PANELS AND CABINET DOOR FRAME INSTALLATION INSTALLING FILIGREE PANELS AND CABINET DOOR FRAME 1. Slide cabinet door frame on to front of unit. Make sure the four (4) hooks of the cabinet door frame are inside four slots on front of unit. See Figure 29. 2. -
Page 26: Door Installation
DOOR INSTALLATION INSTALLING DOORS Slide one door onto hinges. Repeat for other door. See Figure 31. Doors Remove all fingerprints from facing with a 50/50 vinegar and water solution before lighting the heater. Any fingerprints left on the facing will be permanent when heater is lit. -
Page 27: Operating Instructions
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING A. This appliance is equipped with a pilot piezo ignition system. Follow these instructions exactly to light pilot. B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor. -
Page 28: Lighting Pilot
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LIGHTING PILOT FOR THE FIRST TIME LEAK TESTING (continued) You may check for gas leaks with the following methods only: • Soap and water solution • An approved leak testing spray • Electronic sniffer Check for gas leaks in each of the following locations: •... -
Page 29: Lighting Burner
MAIN BURNER SWITCH The “ON/OFF” switch for the main burner can be found on the right side of insert surround. This switch allows you to turn on and to turn off the main burner without using the gas valve knob. Make sure the button is in the “ON”... -
Page 30: Air Shutter Adjustment (Natural Gas Only)
AIR SHUTTER ADJUSTMENT (NATURAL GAS ONLY) ADJUSTING THE AIR SHUTTER The venturi of the burner is equipped with an air shutter. The opening of the venturi has been set at fully open for Propane installation at sea level. The burner on Natural Gas Models may be adjusted for high altitude as fol- lows: •... -
Page 31: Glass Replacement
Always use gloves when handling broken glass. 1. Put on gloves. Remove glass frame from insert by releasing two latches on bottom of insert and lifting the door up and off the unit. See Figure 40. 2. Carefully remove broken glass. 3. -
Page 32: Cleaning Maintenance
CLEANING MAINTENANCE Make sure the gas valve knob is in the “OFF” position. Wait at least five (5) minutes before start- ing maintenance. VENTING SYSTEM A qualified agency should examine the venting system annually. CLEANING GLASS Clean the ceramic glass periodically. Condensation will some- times form on the glass during a cold startup. -
Page 33: Firebox Cleaning
FIREBOX CLEANING • Let logs cool before cleaning. Logs reach high temperatures. • Make sure that clearances to combustibles leave enough room for maintenance and service. • Carefully reassemble and reseal insert properly after any cleaning or servicing. 1. Carefully remove log set, and embers from combustion chamber. Vacuum burner compartment thoroughly. -
Page 34: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE YEARLY SERVICE PROCEDURE Failure to inspect and maintain heater may lead to improper combustion and a potentially dangerous situation. A qualified technician should do the following once a year. 1. Check pilot flame. Flame should touch approximately Figure 43. If not, contact dealer for service. 2. -
Page 35: Blower
BLOTS ACCESSORY PARTS LIST: DESCRIPTION Blower PARTS NOT SHOWN Thermostat Bracket Thermostat Speed Control Wire Harness Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. 57D0016 PART NUMBER 54D0281 26D3320 49D0130... -
Page 36: Replacement Parts
REPLACEMENT PARTS 57D0016... - Page 37 REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH YOUR RETAILER Item Description Burner Assembly Left Log Support Bracket Right Log Support Bracket SIT 820 Nova Valve Injector Tube from Valve Tube to Venturi Pilot Assembly Rocker Switch Shutoff Valve Venturi Burner Gasket Hi/Lo Knob Extension ON/OFF Knob Extension s Piezo Igniter ON/OFF Wire Harness...
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Page 38: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM Piezo ignitor will not light the pilot after repeated pressing of piezo ignitor. Pilot will not stay lit. Burner will not light when valve and burner switch are both on. Glass fogs up Blue flames Sooting... -
Page 39: Installation Records
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION MUST BE RECORDED BY THE INSTALLER FOR WARRANTY MONESSEN HEARTH SYSTEMS Name of Owner: Address: Phone: Name of Dealer: Address: Phone: 57D0016 PURPOSES AND FUTURE REFERENCE. Model: _____________________________ Name of Installer: Address: Phone: Manufactured by MONESSEN HEARTH SYSTEMS 149 Cleveland Drive Paris, Kentucky 40361, U.S.A. -
Page 40: Technical Services
BASIC WARRANTY Monessen Hearth Systems (MHS) warrants the components and materials in your gas appliance to be free from manufacturing and material defects for a period of two years from date of installation. After installation, if any of the components manu- factured by MHS in the appliance are found to be defective in materials or workmanship, MHS will, at its option, replace or repair the defective components at no charge to the original owner.
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