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MODEL NO. FV44i - 0616
FullView Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Insert Heater
Installation & Operating Instructions
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.
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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
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Do not try to light any appliance.
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Do not touch any electrical switch; do not
use any phone in your building.
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Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions.
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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 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.
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- Page 1 MODEL NO. FV44i - 0616 FullView Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Insert Heater Installation & Operating Instructions 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. –...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS LISTING LABEL INFORMATION ......................... 1 Listing Label Location ............................ 1 SAFETY AND WARNING INFORMATION ....................2 Congratulations .............................. 2 Building Permit and Inspection Approval Requirements ................. 2 Safety Warnings ............................. 2 Specific Requirements for the Common Wealth of Massachusetts ..............5 GENERAL INFORMATION ........................... - Page 3 Over Firing or Under Firing of Burner ........................42 Pilot Outage and Re-Lighting ..........................42 Cleaning Viewing Glass Trouble-Shooting Mendota Gas Inserts ......................42 MAINTENANCE ............................... 43 Required Annual Maintenance ........................43 Periodic Inspections Required ........................43 Burner Flames General Heights Reference Diagram ..................43 WIRING DIAGRAM ............................
- Page 4 Burner Parts ..............................48 Blower Parts ..............................48 Glass Frame Assembly Repair and Replacement ..................49 NOTES ................................50 MENDOTA WARRANTY & SERVICE FORM ..................... 51 MENDOTA LIFETIME WARRANTY ......................53 Standard Warranty ............................53 Extended Lifetime Warranty ..........................53...
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Page 5: Listing Label Information
LISTING LABEL INFORMATION When contacting your dealer for any cleaning service or warranty service, always provide the Model Number, Serial Number and Manufactured Date. This information will expedite the warranty verification process. Listing Label Location The listing label is located in the air gap on the left side of the insert between the glass frame and outer edge of the insert. -
Page 6: Safety And Warning Information
Carefully read the following instructions prior to actual installation. Proper Mendota Gas Fireplace installation and operation will give you years of safe, trouble free comfort and enjoyment. If you have any questions regarding installation or operation of your Mendota Fireplace please contact your local dealer. - Page 7 à un technicien agréé. is used. WARNING Mendota gas fireplaces are heat producing appliances. Cet appareil peut être installé dans un maison Do not burn wood, paper or other materials in this préfabriquée (mobile) déjà installée à demeure si les fireplace.
- Page 8 This appliance is for use with only doors certified by Mendota. Do not use any fronts or doors with this appliance unless they are certified by Mendota and installed by a certified installer.
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Page 9: Specific Requirements For The Common Wealth Of Massachusetts
Specific Requirements for the Common Wealth of Massachusetts The information in this section applies to all installations performed in the Common Wealth of Massachusetts only. For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above grade, the following requirements shall be satisfied: If there is no carbon monoxide detector with an alarm already installed in compliance with the most current edition of... -
Page 10: General Information
Heating Performance This Mendota Fireplace Insert is a true, high efficiency gas heater. The Mendota Insert will usually heat a large area of your home if situated to maximize heat circulation. The Mendota Insert is designed as a supplemental heat source. It should not be used as a whole house heating system. -
Page 11: Initial Startup Information And Advice
INITIAL STARTUP INFORMATION AND ADVICE CAUTION: Before you ignite the pilot or burners, perform the following inspections and verifications: Check glass gasket seal. Visually inspect glass gasket, especially at the corners of the glass piece. Gasket that bulges at corners can cause improper seals between the bulges which can cause exhaust leaks and lead to smell concerns. If facing materials are freshly painted or freshly polished (in cases of marble or granite), make certain that the convection blower is running at level 2 or level 3 during the first 1-1/2 hours of initial burn. -
Page 12: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS General Specifications This Mendota insert must be installed in an existing Masonry Wood Burning Fireplace or a Factory Built ZC Wood Burning Fireplace. This Mendota insert must be installed and serviced by a Mendota approved technician. MINIMUM FIREPLACE CAVITY SIZE REQUIREMENT: 33-1/8” WIDE X 24” HIGH X 17-3/4” DEEP ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS: 120 Volts AC, 1.5 Amps (minimum line voltage allowed 110 Volts AC) -
Page 13: Overall Dimensions
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Page 14: Required Clearances
Required Clearances Minimum Allowable Fireplace Opening ATTENTION: MIN required WIDTH & DEPTH are dependent on the type of surround that is used. Flat,1/2" outer edge returns types & custom surrounds are available. With 1/2” Outer Edge Return Surround 33-1/8”Wide X 24”High X 17-1/2”Deep With Flat Surround 33-1/8”Wide x 24”High x 17-3/4”Deep AIR INTAKE... -
Page 15: Mantel Information
MANTEL INFORMATION The existing Combustible Mantel must fall within the approved mantel profile chart. If it does not, either remove and relocate the combustible mantel at an approved height or add a 20 gage metal shield underneath the combustible mantel that extends the full width and depth of the combustible mantel. Provide a 1” active air space between the metal shield and the bottom surface of the combustible mantel. -
Page 16: Hearth Protection Pad Requirements
HEARTH PROTECTION PAD REQUIREMENTS In most installations, a 16" non-combustible protector is required in front of the unit’s glass door surface on the floor or raised hearth. This protection must have a minimum total R-value of 1.0. Different non combustible materials can be layered to achieve the R-1 value. - Page 17 If a raised hearth extends less than 16" in front of this Insert, refer to the diagram below and the following procedure to see if additional floor protection is required. For installations where the fireplace is raised 6" or more above the floor of the room, or if the existing floor in front of this Insert is non-combustible (stone, brick, etc.), a non-combustible protector is not required.
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Page 18: Venting Requirements
General Venting Requirements The FV-44i Insert must be vented vertically to the outside and must use the Mendota Co-Linear flexible ducting system. Note: Run both the 4” exhaust liner and 3” air intake liner to the Vertical Vent Cap. Pack around the liners at the damper area to create an air tight seal. -
Page 19: Venting Installation Instructions
CAUTION: Each installation must conform to all local, state and national codes. Refer to the national fuel gas code and local zoning and code authorities for details on installation requirements. The Mendota Inserts 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 with National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 (NFPA 54), or Canadian Code CAN1-B149 or most... - Page 20 Installation Check-Off List have been completed. NOTE: AGA APPROVED FLEX LINES ARE APPROVED FOR USE WITH MENDOTA INSERTS. 18. Carefully slide the Insert into place in the fireplace opening. At this time, check that Insert is level and plumb with the fireplace opening and positioned in the middle of the opening.
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Page 21: Vent Damper Setting
Damper Setting Vent The insert's Vent Adapter has a damper plate located on the 3" air intake tube. The Vent Damper comes from the factory set at a 45 deg. position. Set the damper according to the length of venting used. - Below 20 ft. -
Page 22: Electrical Requirements
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. If this appliance is installed with a three-prong (grounding) plug for protection against shock hazard, it should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. -
Page 23: Backup Dc Power Connection
Backup DC Power Connection This appliance is factory equipped with a Backup DC Power Connection Port. The Inlet Port is factory mounted on the right side above the remote sync button, and master power switch. This port can be utilized in combination with the battery pack supplied with the unit in the event of a power outage to supply power to the unit. -
Page 24: Gas Supply Requirements
Gas Supply Line Sizing The Mendota Gas Insert comes equipped with a 3/8" NPT [1.0 cm] inlet on the main gas valve. Gas supply piping may enter the cabinet from either the left or left rear side. A 48” X 3/8” SS Flex supply line is supplied in the Manual Packet with this Insert. -
Page 25: Gas Pressure Checking
Gas Pressure Checking A pressure tap for checking gas pressure is located on the main gas valve. A qualified installer should use this fitting for setting the correct gas pressure during initial installation. If supply gas pressures exceed 1/2 PSIG [3.5KPA], the appliance must be isolated from its supply with the factory installed manual shut-off valve. -
Page 26: Gas Input Rate Verification
Gas Input Rate Verification Natural Gas Input Rate Verification Verify Main Orifice Size. The main orifice body has the orifice hole size stamped on it. NG orifice size shall be #42 (Rear Burner) and #45 (Front Burner) for all elevations in between 0-2000ft. NG orifice size shall be #43 (Rear Burner) and #46 (Front Burner) for all elevations exceeding 2000ft. -
Page 27: Converting Insert For Lp Gas
L'agence qualifiée de service est esponsable de l'installation propre de cet équipement. L'installation n'est pas propre et complète jusqu'à l'opération de l'appareil converti est chèque suivant les critères établis dans les instructions de propriétaire provisionnées avec l'équipement. Kit # HA-58-00302 for Mendota Model FV-44i Motorized LP Pressure... -
Page 28: Lp Pressure Regulator Conversion Instructions
LP Pressure Regulator Conversion Instructions 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. PAGE 24... -
Page 29: Checking Burner(S) Ignition Characteristics
Remove both Rear and Front Burners. Locate and Identify the Rear Burner Orifice Spud and the Front Burner Orifice Spud. Both Front and Rear Orifice Spuds are removed and installed using a ½” deep well socket and ratchet. 6. Install Rear Burner Orifice #65-14-00054(#54 drill) for the Rear Burner. Tighten down securely. 7. -
Page 30: Lp Gas Pressure Requirements
LP Gas Pressure Requirements Inlet and manifold gas pressure checking taps are located on gas valve. These ports are only accessible from the outer left side of the fireplace. A qualified installer shall take pressure measurements at these ports to verify and set the correct gas pressures during the LP Kit installation and before facia materials are installed over the front of this fireplace. -
Page 31: Log Set Installation
LOG SET INSTALLATION Other log sets in addition to the Premium Fiber Log Set, shown here, are available. Consult with dealer about options available. FOLLOW EACH STEP DEPICTED IN THE DIAGRAMS, BELOW, TO INSTALL THE LOG SET. CAUTION: LOGS ARE FRAGILE, HANDLE LOG PIECES WITH CARE. FV-44i PREMIUM FIBER LOG SET PARTS IDENTIFICATION DIAGRAM PAGE 27... - Page 32 PAGE 28...
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Page 40: Installation Check Off List
INSTALLATION CHECK OFF LIST The following check list must be completed prior to initial lighting of the Fireplace Insert Venting system must be installed by a Mendota approved person with clamps and screws placed securely at all joints and all joints leak proof. -
Page 41: Using The Remote Control
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read this entire manual before you use your new fireplace insert (especially the section “Safety Precautions”). Failure to follow the instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Remote Control Transmitter Functions NOTE: The Wall Receiver will “beep”... -
Page 42: Remote Control Transmitter Operating Instructions
Accent-Light Dimmer: This function controls the Mendota Accent Light functions. Pressing the UP key in this mode will TURN ON the Accent Light and allow you to control the brightness of the Accent Light in 6 steps. -
Page 43: Synchronizing The Receiver And Transmitter
TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (°F or °C) 1. Press the ON/OFF Key and Turn Off the Fireplace. 2. Simultaneously, Press both the MODE Key and the Thermostat Key. 3. Look at the LCD display to verify that your desired indicator ( F or C) is being displayed. -
Page 44: First Time Lighting Instructions
FIRST TIME LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, and loss of life. Safety Information WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS •... -
Page 45: Flame Appearance Adjustment
Use glass latch tool to hook cable end and push/pull. 3. If flame is too "orange" or is causing soot on viewing glass, pull air shutter out (open) in approx. 1/8" increments until soot stops. IF SOOT DOES NOT STOP, TURN OFF UNIT AND CALL YOUR MENDOTA SERVICE PERSON. -
Page 46: Trouble-Shooting
Sooting is caused by improper installation or operation. At the first sign of "sooting" (usually a thin black film on the Fireplace viewing glass) the unit must be immediately turned off and the local Mendota dealer promptly informed. Mendota products are designed and tested to operate without producing any "sooting" when installed and operated correctly. -
Page 47: Maintenance
"open". Clean the pilot and under side of the logs for any Carbon deposits. NOTE: Logs should be visually checked for Carbon "build-up". If carbon deposits are visible on logs, unit should be turned off and Mendota service person contacted. Be sure logs are re-installed per instructions. -
Page 48: Wiring Diagram
WIRING DIAGRAM The appliance must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the current NFPA 70-National Electric Code or CSA C22.1-Canadian Electrical Code. Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation” and “Verify proper operation after servicing.”... -
Page 49: Blowers
BLOWERS WARNING: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. Dual blowers are provided as standard equipment with this FV-44i Insert. The dual blowers have an air output rating of 190 CFM (in free air). -
Page 50: Glass Frame Removal
GLASS FRAME REMOVAL CAUTION: Do not operate the appliance with glass removed, cracked or broken. Replacement of the glass panel should be done by a licensed or qualified service person. SLIDE TAB INTO SLOT IN BASEPLATE 1.) INSERT 2.) PULL Removing the Glass Frame Insert Glass Latch Tool into the hole in the glass latch (two latches exist at the top of the glass frame). -
Page 51: Service Parts
SERVICE PARTS Valve Assembly GAS CONNECTOR KIT 65-07-00755 PROFLAME VALVE 05-02-00344 SPLIT FLOW SOLENOID 05-02-00396 05-04-00065 PILOT LIGHT ASSEMBLY 65-14-00042 55-02-00088 REAR BURNER ORFICE FRONT BURNER FLEX PIPE 65-14-00045 FRONT BURNER ORFICE 65-06-01252 #3 FIBERGLASS SLEEVE HA-102-00026 GAS VALVE ASSEMBLY 55-02-00087 REAR BURNER FLEX PIPE... -
Page 52: Burner Parts
Burner Parts 65-02-00098 FV44i VALVE ASSEMBLY GASKET HA-58-00278 FV44i FRONT BURNER ASSEMBLY HA-58-00277 FV44i REAR BURNER ASSEMBLY Blower Parts HA-102-00111 LH BLOWER ASSEMBLY 15-02-00129 LH BLOWER HA-102-00112 RH BLOWER ASSEMBLY 15-02-00130 RH BLOWER PAGE 48... -
Page 53: Glass Frame Assembly Repair And Replacement
Glass Frame Assembly Repair and Replacement DO NOT substitute other manufac- WARNING WARNING turer's materials or components. Use only authorized parts and Do not operate this appliance materials obtained from Johnson with the glass removed, cracked DO NOT operate unit with cracked, Gas Appliance Company when or broken. -
Page 54: Notes
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Page 55: Mendota Warranty & Service Form
MENDOTA WARRANTY & SERVICE FORM As a part of Mendota's on-going program of customer satisfaction, this form verifies proper installation and operation. It is important as a reference for future service. It insures long life and trouble-free operation of Mendota fireplaces & stoves and qualifies the owner for Mendota's lifetime limited warranty. - Page 56 TAPE SHUT POSTAGE NEEDED JOHNSON GAS APPLIANCE COMPANY 520 E AVENUE N.W. CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52405 PAGE 52...
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Page 57: Mendota Lifetime Warranty
Mendota is not responsible for any damage to or malfunction of the Fireplace unless caused by a defect in material or workmanship from normal home use. Damage caused by abuse, improper installation, improper servicing, and installation by unqualified personnel or breech of conditions of this limited warranty will excuse Mendota from performance of any part of this limited warranty. - Page 58 Johnson Gas Appliance Company 520 E Avenue N.W. Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 Website: www.mendotahearth.com...
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