Monessen Hearth IDV SERIES IDV380NVC Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Monessen Hearth IDV SERIES IDV380NVC Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Idv series direct vent gas fireplace insert

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iDV Series Direct Vent
Gas Fireplace insert
Models:
iDV380NVC & iDV380PVC
iDV490NVC & iDV490PVC
WARNiNG
iF the iNFORMAtiON iN theSe iNStRuCtiONS 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
• 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.
WARNiNG: improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
services or maintenance can cause injury or property
damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional
information consult 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 gases, unless a certified
kit is used.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the
manufacturer.
installation and

Operating instructions

570016
IDV cover
Due tO hiGh teMPeRAtuReS, the APPliANCe
ShOulD Be lOCAteD Out OF tRAFFiC AND
AWAy FROM FuRNituRe AND DRAPeRieS.
ChilDReN AND ADultS ShOulD Be AleRteD
tO t h e h A Z A R D S O F h i G h S u R FA C e
teMPeRAtuRe AND ShOulD StAy AWAy tO
AVOiD BuRNS OR ClOthiNG iGNitiON.
yOuNG ChilDReN ShOulD Be SuPeRViSeD
WheN they ARe iN the SAMe ROOM AS the
APPliANCe.
ClOthiNG OR OtheR FlAMMABle MAteRiAl
ShOulD NOt Be PlACeD ON OR NeAR the
APPliANCe.
KeeP the ROOM AReA CleAR AND FRee FROM
COMBuStiBle MAteRiAlS, GASOliNe, AND
OtheR FlAMMABle VAPORS AND liquiDS.
iNStAlleR: leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSuMeR: Retain this manual for future refer-
ence.
57D0016 3/10 Rev. 9

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    iDV Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace insert Models: iDV380NVC & iDV380PVC iDV490NVC & iDV490PVC WARNiNG iF the iNFORMAtiON iN theSe iNStRuCtiONS iS NOt FOllOWeD exACtly, A FiRe OR exPlOSiON MAy ReSult CAuSiNG PROPeRty DAMAGe, PeRSONAl iNjuRy OR lOSS OF liFe. –...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a PleASe ReAD the iNStAllAtiON AND OPeRAtiON iNStRuCtiONS BeFORe uSiNG the APPliANCe! iMPORtANt: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. important Safety information ...3 Code Approval ...4 Product Features ...5...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    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 fireplace. • Any change to this fireplace or its controls can be dangerous. •...
  • Page 4: Code Approval

    IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert Continued from page 3 15. This appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.
  • Page 5: Product Features

    PRODuCt FeAtuReS PRODuCt SPeCiFiCAtiONS • This appliance has been certified for use with either natural or propane gas. Refer to the appropriate data plates. • This appliance is not for use with solid fuels. • The appliance is approved for bedroom or bedsitting room installations.
  • Page 6: Insert Dimensions

    IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert Figure 2 - IDV Fireplace Insert Dimensions 570016 IDV dims Figure 3 - IDV Fireplace Insert Opening Dimensions FP1622 IDV opening dims Ref. iNSeRt DiMeNSiONS iDV380 C\v" (578 mm) 4C\v" 30C\zn" (767 mm) 33ZZ\zn" 7B\," (70 mm) 31Z\," 17M\zn" (443 mm) 19ZZ\zn"...
  • Page 7: Installation Information

    iNStAllAtiON iNFORMAtiON BeFORe yOu StARt Read this homeowner manual thoroughly and follow all instructions carefully. Inspect all contents for shipping damage and immediately inform your dealer if any damage is found. Do not install any unit with damaged, incomplete, or substitute parts. Check your packing list to verify that all listed parts have been received.
  • Page 8: Insert Clearances

    IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert iNSeRt CleARANCeS No combustibles (ie: drapes, doors) may be within, or swing within 36" of the front of the insert. (559 mm) FP63 Minimum  10” (254 mm) 12” (305 mm) Minimum 42”  (1067 mm) Figure 4 - Mantel Clearances MANtel CleARANCeS NOte: the combustible area above the facing must not protrude more than 3/4" from the facing.
  • Page 9: Insert Placement

    iNStAllAtiON iNSeRt PlACeMeNt • The insert must be placed within a code-conforming masonry fireplace or a tested and listed zero-clearance (UL-17, solid fuel) fireplace. Repair any fireplace damage prior to installation. • Because the insert uses a circulation blower, clean the fireplace, smoke shelf and chim- ney before installing.
  • Page 10: Zero Clearance Fireplace Requirements

    IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert 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). • Do not remove or alter the insulation or any structured rigid frame members (metal sides, floor, door frames, face of the fireplace, etc.).
  • Page 11: Venting Installation

    VeNtiNG 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 system could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life.
  • Page 12: Altitude Considerations

    IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert AltituDe CONSiDeRAtiONS This heater has been tested at altitudes ranging from sea level to 4,500 feet (1,370 m). 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. Failure to adjust air shutter properly may lead to improper com- bustion which can create a safety hazard.
  • Page 13: Vent Configurations

    VeNtiNG iNStAllAtiON VeNt CONFiGuRAtiONS NOte: You may use either reline configuration with a masonry or zero-clearance fireplace. 57D0016 Inlet Exhaust 3" (76 mm) or 4" (10 mm) Exhaust UL 1777 Gas Liner 3" (75 mm) Inlet Recommended block-off plate (noncombustible metal).
  • Page 14: Manifold Removal And Installation

    IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert MANiFOlD ReMOVAl AND iNStAllAtiON The manifold is shipped attached to insert. It may be removed to allow tight installation. Manifold may be loos- ened and rotated for desired pipe location. 1. Remove brick liner and baffle. . Remove manifold. Place manifold in fireplace.
  • Page 15: Insert Installation

    iNSeRt iNStAllAtiON CheCK GAS tyPe Use proper gas type for the fireplace you are installing. If you have conflicting gas type, do not install fireplace. See dealer where you purchased the fireplace for proper fireplace according to your gas type. iNStAlliNG GAS PiPiNG tO FiRePlACe lOCAtiON A qualified installer or service person must connect appliance to gas supply.
  • Page 16 IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert Only persons licensed to work with gas piping may make the necessary gas con- nections to this appliance. NOTE : The gas line connection may be made using 1/2" rigid tubing or an approved flex connector. Since 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.
  • Page 17: Check Gas Pressure

    CheCK GAS PReSSuRe 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply is different from the fireplace, StOP! Do not install the appliance. Contact your dealer immediately. .
  • Page 18: Electrical Installation

    IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert 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. All wiring shall be in compliance with all local, city and state codes.
  • Page 19: Log Placement

    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. the positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean operation of this heater.
  • Page 20 IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert 5. Align holes in the bottom of the left base log # with two () pins on the left side of insert. Install left base log. Figure 20 Right Base Log Figure 21 LG769 place right base log 3 6.
  • Page 21 lOG PlACeMeNt LG771 Figure 23 LG771 place right center log 5 Top "Y" Log LG773 Figure 25 57D0016 LG773 Place top Y log 7 IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert Right Center Log 8. Set right center log #5 on center pin to the left of right base log.
  • Page 22: Install Surround

    IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert iNStAll SuRROuND 1. Remove glass. Page 28 . Align plain or beveled surround with unit opening. 3. Attach surround to unit with six (6) screws provided. Figures 26 & 27 4. Reinstall glass. Plain Surround Screws Figure 26 - Install Plain Surround FP2633 install plain surround...
  • Page 23: Door And Filigree Installation

    DOOR and FiliGRee iNStAllAtiON iNStAlliNG FiliGRee PANelS AND CABi- Net 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. Figure 29 .
  • Page 24: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting

    IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert FOR yOuR SAFety ReAD BeFORe liGhtiNG A. This appliance is equipped with a pilot which must be lit with built-in piezo ignitor while following these instructions exactly. 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 25: Lighting Pilot

    OPeRAtiNG iNStRuCtiONS liGhtiNG PilOt FOR the FiRSt tiMe APPROVeD leAK teStiNG MethOD You may check for gas leaks with the following meth- ods only: • Soap and water solution • An approved leak testing spray • Electronic sniffer Never check for gas leak with open flame! Check for gas leaks in each of the following locations: •...
  • Page 26: Lighting Burner

    IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert 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 27: Air Shutter Adjustment - Natural Gas Only

    AiR ShutteR ADjuStMeNt (NAtuRAl GAS ONly) ADjuSt the AiR ShutteR The venturi of the burner is equipped with an air shutter. The opening of the venturi has been set at 1/4" for Natural Gas and fully open for Propane installation at sea level. The burner on Natural Gas models may be adjusted for high altitude as follows: •...
  • Page 28: Glass Replacement

    IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert Always use gloves when handling broken glass. Make sure the glass panel edges do not touch any metal parts during thermal expansion. GlASS RePlACeMeNt 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.
  • Page 29: Cleaning And Maintenance

    CleANiNG and 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 sometimes form on the glass during a cold startup.
  • Page 30: Firebox Cleaning

    IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert FiReBOx CleANiNG • Allow logs to cool completely before cleaning. logs reach high tem- peratures. • Make sure clearances to combustibles leave enough room for main- tenance and service. • Carefully reassemble and reseal insert properly after any cleaning or servicing.
  • Page 31: Yearly Service Procedure

    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 3/8" of the top of thermopile and touch top of thermocouple.
  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert 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.
  • Page 33: Blower Removal And Assembly

    BlOWeR ReMOVAl and ASSeMBly BlOWeR PARtS liSt: Description Blower Parts not shown Thermostat Bracket Thermostat Speed Control Wire Harness FP1945 blower 110/115 V AC Blower Plug FP1946 57D0016 qty. Part No. 6D0748 6D330 49D0130 6D0746 41D003 label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls.
  • Page 34: Replacement Parts

    RePlACeMeNt PARtS IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert 570016 IDV parts 57D0016...
  • Page 35 RePlACeMeNt PARtS item Description Burner Assembly Left Log Support Bracket Right Log Support Bracket SIT80 Nova Valve Injector Tube from Valve Tube from Venturi Pilot Assembly Rocker Switch Shut Off Valve Venturi Burner Gasket Hi/Lo Knob Extension ON/OFF Knob Extension Piezo Ignitor ON/OFF Wire Harness Hex Bushing 1/"...
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  • Page 38: For Massachusetts Residents Only

    IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert Massachusetts Residents Only — Please read and follow these special requirements NOte ReGARDiNG VeNteD PRODuCtS This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter when installed within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Any residence with a direct vent product must have a CO detector installed in the residence.
  • Page 39: Five Year Warranty

    IDV380/IDV490 Fireplace Insert liMiteD liFetiMe WARRANty POliCy liFetiMe WARRANty The following components are warranted for life to the original owner, subject to proof of purchase: Firebox, Combustion Chamber, Heat Exchanger, Grate and Stainless Steel Burners. FiVe yeAR WARRANty The following components are warranted five (5) years to the original owner, subject of proof of purchase: Ceramic Fiber Logs.
  • Page 40: Efficiencies

    efficiency Ratings Model enerGuide Ratings Fireplace efficiency (%) IDV380NVC 69.6 IDV380PVC 66. IDV490NVC 69.8 IDV490PVC 67. MhSC 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.mhsc.com 57D0016...

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