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DIRECT VENT GAS INSERT
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
MODELS:
IDV490NV, IDV490PV,
IDV380NV, AND IDV380PV
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 fl ammable 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
• Do not touch any
any electrical switch; do not use any
• 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 fi re department.
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Installation and service must be performed by a qualifi ed 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 certifi ed kit is used.
READ BEFORE INSTALLING. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
any appliance.
any phone in your building.
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- Page 1 DIRECT VENT GAS INSERT INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MODELS: IDV490NV, IDV490PV, IDV380NV, AND IDV380PV 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 Log Placement ..........21 Product Features ..........5 Surround and Trim Installation ..... 24 Installing Facing .......... 24 Code Approval ..........5 Installing On/Off Switch ....... 24 Pre-Installation Information Filigree Panels and Cabinet Installing Above 2000 Feet ...... -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION INSTALLER OWNER Please leave these instructions with the owner. Please retain these instructions for future reference. • 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. •... - Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Continued from page 3 Never install the insert 14. Do not use any solid fuels (wood, coal, paper, cardboard, • in a recreational vehicle etc.) in this insert. Use only the gas type indicated on • where curtains, furniture, clothing, or other fl ammable rating plate.
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Page 5: Product Features
Valve purpose of resale, from the manufacturer. Figure 1 - IDV490NV, IDV490PV, IDV380NV, and IDV380PV Inserts The effi ciency rating of this appliance is a product thermal effi ciency rating determined under continuous operating condi- tions and was determined independently of any installed system. -
Page 6: Pre-Installation Information
1.55mm 1.55mm 1.55mm 1.55mm The IDV490NV, IDV490PV, IDV380NV, and 380IDVPV are equipped with a variable output gas control. NOTE: IDV490NV, IDV490PV, IDV380NV, and IDV380PV inserts work without any electrical supply. Blower must be attached to 110/120 VAC. INSTALLATION PLANNING Plan for the installation of your insert. This includes determining the size of fi replace in which unit is to be installed, length of venting to be used, and fi... -
Page 7: Fireplace And Insert Dimensions
21˝ 23˝ 18˝ 20˝ 28˝ 31˝ IDV380 Opening IDV490 Opening Figure 2 - External Insert Dimensions INSERTS IDV490NV/PV IDV380NV/PV IDV490NV/PV IDV380NV/PV " - 629mm " - 578mm " - 578mm " - 527mm " - 549mm " - 856mm " - 767mm "... -
Page 8: General Installation Information
GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION The following factors should be taken into consideration: • This insert should have suffi cient access for its safe operation and maintenance. • The fl ow 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 fi replace or a tested and listed zero-clearance (UL-127, solid fuel) fi replace. Repair any fi replace damage prior to installation. • Because the insert uses a circulation blower, clean the fi replace, smoke shelf, and chimney before installing. •... -
Page 11: Zero-Clearance (Metal) Fireplace Requirements
INSTALLATION ZERO-CLEARANCE (METAL) FIREPLACE REQUIREMENTS • The damper and grate must be removed. • The smoke shelf, internal baffl es, screen, refractory, and metal or glass doors may be removed (if applicable). • Installer must attach red warning plate to the inside of the fi rebox of fi replace 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. Failure to follow these instructions will void the warranty. -
Page 13: Vent Requirements
VENT INSTALLATION 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 orifi ce burns correctly with just an air shutter adjustment. If you need to resize orifi ce for use at high altitude, contact your dealer. -
Page 15: Vent Configurations
VENT INSTALLATION VENT CONFIGURATIONS Termination Kit 490 unit - part # AI42TK43A Exhaust 380 unit - part #AI31TK33A Exhaust Inlet Any cracks or damage inside 4" (100mm) or 3" (75mm) chimney must Exhaust UL 1777 Gas Liner be repaired. 3" (75mm) Inlet The block-off plate (AI42AK43 or AI31AK33) must... -
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 Extra 3" (914mm) 1. Remove brick liner and baffl e. Chimney 2. -
Page 17: Insert Installation
INSERT INSTALLATION CHECK GAS TYPE Use proper gas type for the insert you are installing. If you have confl icting 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 A qualifi... - Page 18 INSERT INSTALLATION Only persons licensed to work with A manual shutoff valve is factory gas piping may make the necessary installed upstream of the appliance. gas connections to this appliance. Union tee and plugged " NPT pressure tapping point should be installed upstream of the appliance.
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Page 19: Checking Gas Pressure
CHECKING GAS PRES SURE 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 fi replace, STOP! Do not install the appliance. Contact your dealer immediately. Install and attach 30"... -
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 qualifi ed, licensed electrician. Main power must be off when connecting to main electrical power supply or performing service. -
Page 21: Log Placement
LOG PLACEMENT Before you begin — This unit is supplied with seven (7) ceramic fi ber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands. Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fi bers. After handling the logs, wash your hands gently with soap and water to remove any traces of fi... - Page 22 LOG PLACEMENT 5. Line up holes in bottom of right base log (#3) on two (2) pins to the right of rear log (#1). See Figure 20. Right Base Log (#3) 6. Line up hole in bottom left center log (#4) with pin on burner.
- Page 23 LOG PLACEMENT 8. 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 23. 9. Lay top “Y” log (#7) across rear log (#1) and center logs (#4 and #5). Log #1 and log #4 have cutouts for log #7. 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 Beveled Surround Screws Screws... -
Page 25: Filigree Panels And Cabinet Door Frame Installation
FILIGREE PANELS AND CABINET DOOR FRAME INSTALLATION INSTALLING FILIGREE PANELS Remove all fi ngerprints from facing AND CABINET DOOR FRAME with a 50/50 vinegar and water 1. Slide cabinet door frame on to front of unit. Make sure the solution before lighting the heater. four (4) hooks of the cabinet door frame are inside four Any fi... -
Page 26: Door Installation
DOOR INSTALLATION INSTALLING DOORS Remove all fi ngerprints from facing Slide one door onto hinges. Repeat for other door. See with a 50/50 vinegar and water Figure 31. solution before lighting the heater. Any fi ngerprints left on the facing will be permanent when heater is lit. -
Page 27: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING If you do not follow these instruction exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance is equipped with a pilot piezo ignition system. Follow these instructions exactly to light pilot. -
Page 28: Lighting Pilot
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LIGHTING PILOT FOR THE FIRST TIME LEAK TESTING (continued) If using a soap and water You may check for gas leaks with the following methods only: solution to test for leaks, • Soap and water solution DO NOT spray solution onto control body. -
Page 29: Lighting Burner
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 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 " 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 fol- lows: •... -
Page 31: Glass Replacement
GLASS REPLACEMENT Make sure the glass panel edges Always use gloves when handling do not touch any metal parts during broken glass. thermal expansion. 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 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 qualifi ed agency should examine the venting system annually. CLEANING GLASS Clean the ceramic glass periodically. Condensation will some- Let glass cool before cleaning. -
Page 33: Firebox Cleaning
CLEANING MAINTENANCE 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. -
Page 34: Yearly Service Procedure
MAINTENANCE YEARLY SERVICE PROCEDURE Failure to inspect and maintain heater may lead to improper combustion and a potentially dangerous situation. A qualifi ed technician should do the following once a year. 1. Check pilot fl ame. Flame should touch approximately "... -
Page 35: Blower
BLOWER BLOTS ACCESSORY PARTS LIST: DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER PART NUMBER PART NUMBER Blower Blower Blower 54D0281 54D0281 54D0281 PARTS NOT SHOWN Thermostat Bracket Thermostat Bracket Thermostat Bracket 26D3320 26D3320 26D3320 Thermostat Thermostat Thermostat 49D0130 49D0130 49D0130 Speed Control Speed Control Speed Control 26D0746... -
Page 36: Replacement Parts
REPLACEMENT PARTS 57D0016... - Page 37 REPLACEMENT PARTS REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH YOUR RETAILER IDV490VN/PV IDV490VN/PV IDV490VN/PV IDV490VN/PV IDV490VN/PV IDV380NV/PV IDV380NV/PV IDV380NV/PV IDV380NV/PV IDV380NV/PV Item Description Item Description Item Description Item Description Item Description Item Description Item Description Item Description Item Description Natural Natural Natural Natural Natural Natural...
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Page 38: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Turn appliance OFF and allow to cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair the heater. Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. REMEDY OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. Check connections to ignitor. Replace Piezo ignitor will not light the 1. -
Page 39: Warranty
INSTALLATION RECORDS THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION MUST BE RECORDED BY THE INSTALLER FOR WARRANTY PURPOSES AND FUTURE REFERENCE. MONESSEN HEARTH SYSTEMS Model: _____________________________ Name of Owner: Name of Owner: Name of Owner: Name of Installer: Name of Installer: Name of Installer:... - Page 40 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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