General Technical References - Mendota DXV35 TIMBERFIRE Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

TECHNICAL REFERENCES
Read and understand all information provided under this section,
product. Failure to follow all technical reference information, use of components or parts not approved or use of improper
installation procedures can lead to a fire or explosion causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

3.1 GENERAL TECHNICAL REFERENCES

Caution: Before igniting 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. Glass gasket is installed as a 4-
piece assembly. Check joints between the gasket pieces at the corners. They should butt against each other to create a seal.
Gaps between gasket pieces can cause exhaust leaks and lead to acrid smell concerns. Check for gas leaks at all fittings.
During the first burning cycle of this Fireplace, ensure the convection blower is running at level three during the first two hours
of initial burn. After two hours of initial burn, allow fireplace to cool. Proceed with
Chapter 3.1.1.
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This fireplace must be installed on top of wood, masonry or metal floor extending the full width and depth of this
fireplace.
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An R-1 Rated Hearth Protection Pad, 12" deep, is required unless this fireplace is elevated at least 6" above floor
level of the room. For every 1" this fireplace is elevated, you may reduce the hearth pad depth by 2". Locate and
install appliance to all clearance specifications in manual.
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Verify glass gasket seal before firing unit the first time. Verify proper latching of glass frame onto unit body.
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Understand that this appliance requires a break-in/curing period during which small amounts of smoke and curing
smells will be emitted.
This fireplace must be installed and serviced by a qualified installer, service agency, 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 pilot goes out, always wait 5 minutes before attempting to relight pilot.
Never block off convection air openings or paths. Trim panels or surrounds shall not seal ventilation openings in the fireplace.
Always use Mendota decorative fronts and Mendota approved vent systems and vent caps only.
Keep the flue warm
It is required to leave the pilot light running during winter months when outside daily high temperatures remain 50
Doing so will eliminate heat loss from the home through the Fireplace glass door and will increase flue draft during startups.
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References, before you begin the installation of this
Technical
WARNING
FIRE RISK/ODOR RISK
DXV35 TIMBERFIRE
Mendota Fireplace Curing Instructions,
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