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Mendota DXV35 DT4-LX Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

Mendota DXV35 DT4-LX Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

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MENDOTA GAS DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE
INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
f i r e - p a r t s . c o m
WARNING
If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
CAUTION: Keep gasoline and other liquids having flam-
mable vapors away.
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.
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If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
WARNING
Do NOT use this appliance if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the
appliance and to replace any part of the control system and
any gas control, which has been under water.
WARNING:
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage.
Refer to this manual.
For assistance or additional infor-
mation consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
Premium Texture Fiber Logs Combustion System
Model DXV-35 DT4 - LX
NO. DXV35DT4-LX
with
AVERTISSEMENT. Quiconque ne respecte pas à la lettre
les instructions dans la présente notice risque de dé-
clencher un incendie ou une explosion entraînant des
dommages, des blessures ou la mort.
ATTENTION. Garder l'essence ou autres liquides produi-
sant des vapeurs inflammables loin del'appareil.
QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ :
•
Ne pas tenter d'allumer d'appareil.
•
Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur; ne pas vous servir
des téléphones se trouvant dans le bâtiment.
•
Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de gaz
depuis un voisin. Suivez les instructions du
fournisseur.
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Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur, appelez
le service des incendies.
N'utilisez pas cet appareil s'il a été plongé dans l'eau,
même partiellement. Faites inspecter l'appareil par un
technicien qualifiéet remplacez toute partie du système
de contrôle et toute commande qui ont été plongés dans
l'eau.
AVERTISSEMENT : Une installation, un réglage, une modifi-
cation, une réparation ou un entretien mal effectué peut cau-
ser des dommages matériels ou des blessures. Voir la notice
de l'utilisateur quiaccompgne l'appareil. Pour de l'aide oueds
renseignements supplémentaires, consultez un installateur,
un technicien agréé ou le fournisseur de gaz.

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  • Page 1 MENDOTA GAS DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE with Premium Texture Fiber Logs Combustion System Model DXV-35 DT4 - LX INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NO. DXV35DT4-LX f i r e - p a r t s . c o m WARNING AVERTISSEMENT. Quiconque ne respecte pas à la lettre If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or les instructions dans la présente notice risque de dé-...

  • Page 2: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting

    FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING POUR PLUS DE SÉCURITÉ, LIRE AVANTD'ALLUMER WARNING Attention. Ne pas utiliser l’appareil si le panneau fron- Do not operate this appliance with the glass removed, tal en verre n’est pas enplace, est craqué ou brisé. cracked or broken.

  • Page 3: Dxv35 Dt4 Features - Quick Reference Information

    DXV35 DT4 FEATURES - QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS: 35-7/8” Wide X 31-1/2” High X 15-1/2” Deep MINIMUM FRAMING DIMENSIONS: 37-1/8” WIDE x 31-1/2” HIGH X 16” DEEP GLASS SIZE: NeoCeram Glass with non-reflective coating. Visible Glass measures 456 in .

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING ......................... 1 DXV35 DT4 FEATURES - QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION ..................2 INITIAL STARTUP ADVICE ..............................2 TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................3 SPECIFICATIONS .................................. 5 MINIMUM CLEARANCES FROM COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION .................. 5 Building Permit and Installation Inspection Approval Requirements ..................
  • Page 5 Information specific to the installation of Millennia Flat Grills, Victoria Filigrees and Tuscany Filigrees ......56 Information specific to the installation of the WELLINGTON FIRESCREEN FRONT: ............56 RATING LABEL REPRESENTATION ..........................57 MENDOTA WARRANTY QUALIFICATION & SERVICE REFERENCE FORM ..............59 MENDOTA EXTENDED LIFETIME PROTECTION AND LIMITED WARRANTY ..............61...

  • Page 6: Specifications

    Gas appliances must be tested and certified by a nationally recognized testing and certification agency to American National Standards Institute - ANSI Gas Appliance Safety Standards. The Mendota Gas DXV Fireplace has been tested and certified by Intertek Testing Services 8431 Murphy Drive, Middleton, WI Fireplace Includes A Sealed Combustion System, 9-Piece Ceramic Fiber Log Set &...

  • Page 7: 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: 1.

  • Page 8: Safety And Warning Information

    SAFETY AND WARNING INFORMATION READ and UNDERSTAND all instructions carefully before starting the appliance. FAILURE TO FOLLOW these instruc- tions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced before operating this appliance. DO NOT USE this appliance if any part has been under water.

  • Page 9: Congratulations

    Fireplace and replace any part of the control system and any gas control, which has been under water. DO NOT use this fireplace if the burner does not light immediately. Turn unit off and call Mendota ap- proved service person if there is any delay in burner light off.

  • Page 10: General Information

    This Fireplace must be installed and serviced by a Mendota approved service person. Any adjustments to burner, pilot, logs or coal bed must be made by a Mendota approved service person. If pilot goes out always wait five (5) minutes be- fore relighting pilot.

  • Page 11: Vent Options Discussion

    This Mendota Fireplace can be vented using AMERIVENT, DURAVENT, SELKIRK METALBESTOS, SECURITY CHIMNEY and ICC brands of coaxial pipe off the top. Use only Mendota specified vents and vent caps when installing your fireplace. Closely follow venting locations, directions and requirements provided in this Manual. Observe the re- strictions related to vent position on exterior of home.

  • Page 12: Gas Supply Requirements

    GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Correct gas pressure and proper gas supply line sizing is imperative to the successful performance of your Mendota gas fireplace. Be sure the gas supplier or plumber carefully checks for correct gas pressure and gas line sizing when installing the fireplace.

  • Page 13: Gas Pressure Requirements

    GAS PRESSURE REQUIREMENTS A MAJOR CAUSE OF OPERATING PROBLEMS WITH GAS APPLIANCES CAN BE IMPROPER GAS PRESSURE! Problems such as changes in flame color or flame height, pilot or burner outages, intermittent operation, changes in heat output, excessive burner noise, etc. are nearly always the result of changes in gas pressure or improper gas pressure at the time of the installation.

  • Page 14: Exterior Vent Locations And Restrictions

    EXTERIOR VENT LOCATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS f i r e - p a r t s . c o m Figure 2: Exterior Vent Locations ALL MEASUREMENTS GIVEN ARE FROM THE CENTER LINE OF VENT CAP ∨ - ∧ - ≡ - Vent Terminal Air Supply Inlet Area where terminal is not permitted...

  • Page 15: General Flue Venting Instructions

    Installation by unauthorized personnel; installation of any damaged component; unauthorized modifica- tion of vent system; installation of any components not approved by Mendota; failure to meet all clearance requirements; failure to properly twist-lock and positively seal all components. Consult local building codes before beginning the installa- tion.

  • Page 16: General Installation Instructions

    National Fuel Gas Code. In the absence of local codes, the installation must conform to the most cur- rent edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1, also known as NFPA 54. NOTE: The Mendota DXV Fireplace is approved for mobile home and bedroom installations.

  • Page 17: Specifications & Clearances

    NOTE: For L.P. & High Altitude (above 4,000 ft. but below 7500 ft.), 45º elbows must be used in place of 90º elbows. For Installation At Altitudes Above 7,500 Feet, First Call Mendota Technical Hotline For Further Information On The Strict Re- quirements For Installations At These Altitudes.

  • Page 18: Top Flue Venting Components

    TOP FLUE VENTING COMPONENTS ITEM DESCRIPTION 12" VENT STACK 24" VENT STACK 36" VENT STACK 48" VENT STACK GALVANIZED ELBOW º º GALVANIZED ELBOW ADJUSTABLE WALL THIMBLE 6" or 7” PIPE ATTIC INSULATION SHIELD 12" ROOF FLASHING (0/12 TO 6/12) ROOF FLASHING (7/12 TO 12/12) STORM COLLAR VERTICAL VENT CAP...
  • Page 19 FLUE VENTING ALLOWANCE CHART NOTE: FOR LP GAS & HIGH ALTITUDE, SEE PG. 19 f i r e - p a r t s . c o m NOTE: FOR LPG AND HIGH ALTITUDE APPLICATIONS, SEE PAGE 19. Figure 6: DXV35 Vertical & Horizontal Vent Requirements NOTE: 12”...

  • Page 20: L.p. Gas Minimum Height Horizontal Termination

    L.P. GAS MINIMUM HEIGHT HORIZONTAL TERMINATION L.P. G 4,000 . BUT BELOW 7500 FT.) AS OR LTITUDE ABOVE WALL THIMBLE REQUIRED TERMINATION CAP 6" COAX (MIN.) 45° COAX 45° COAX VENT 12" COAX (MIN.) 22" (MIN.) f i r e - p a r t s . c o m 49 1/4"...

  • Page 21: Minimum Rise Through-The-Wall Venting

    NOTE: This requires 19" minimum rough opening depth (see PG. 15). CAUTION: If 90º elbows must be used, a 2-foot vertical starter section must be used directly off the top of the fireplace. THIS FIREPLACE MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED MENDOTA APPROVED SERVICEPERSON. IMPORTANT: REFER TO DRAWINGS ON PAGES 14-17 WHILE FOLLOWING THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

  • Page 22: Venting Components List

    VENTING COMPONENTS LIST MENDOTA # DESCRIPTION 45-01-00186 7" LENGTH 45-01-00187 12" LENGTH 45-01-00188 24" LENGTH 45-01-00189 36" LENGTH 45-01-00190 48" LENGTH 45-01-00191 ADJUSTABLE LENGTH 45-01-00192 45 DEG. ELBOW 45-01-00193 90 DEG. ELBOW 45-01-00194 WALL THIMBLE 45-01-00195 VERTICAL CAP 45-01-00196 HORIZONTAL CAP 45-01-00197 14"...

  • Page 23: Elevated Vertical Rise Through-The-Wall Venting

    Be sure to maintain 1" air space to any combustibles on the sides and bottom, 3" above horizontal pipe sections. THIS FIREPLACE MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED MENDOTA APPROVED SERVICEPERSON. IMPORTANT: REFER TO DRAWINGS ON PAGES 14-17 WHILE FOLLOWING THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

  • Page 24: Vertical Through-The-Roof Venting

    55 ft. The vent system must be supported every 3 feet using Support Straps. Maintain 1" air space clearances on all sides of vent components that are positioned vertically and 3” above horizontal pipe sections and components. THIS FIREPLACE MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED MENDOTA APPROVED SERVICEPERSON. IMPORTANT: REFER TO DRAWINGS ON PAGES 14-17 WHILE FOLLOWING THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

  • Page 25: Door Removal And Replacement

    DOOR REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT CAUTION: Do not operate the appliance with glass removed, cracked or broken. Replacement of the glass should be done by a licensed or qualified service person. Glass latch tool #HA-57-00743 is supplied with the unit.: To Unlatch Glass Frame Latches: 1.) INSERT 1.
  • Page 26 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 27: Dxv-35 Dt4 Deep Timber Log Set Installation Instructions

    DXV-35 DT4 DEEP TIMBER LOG SET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOLLOW EACH STEP DEPICTED IN THE DIAGRAMS, BELOW, TO INSTALL THE LOG SET. CAUTION: LOGS ARE FRAGILE, HANDLE LOG PIECES WITH CARE. Carefully unpack 9-piece log set, bag of coals and bag of inswool. NOTE: Logs are very fragile, handle with care.
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  • Page 38: Installation Check Off List

    INSTALLATION CHECK OFF LIST Co-axial vent rigid pipe, wall vent cap or roof vent cap must be installed by a Mendota approved person in accordance with instructions. All joints must be secured, "twist- ...

  • Page 39: Before You Begin

    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” once every time a Remote Transmitter Key is pressed, signaling that the command has been received.

  • Page 40: Remote Transmitter Operating Instructions

    Once you set the desired fan control, the system will remem- ber your selected fan speed until you manually change it. 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 41: F Or O C)

    TEMPERATURE INDICATOR ( F or 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 42: First Time" Pilot Lighting Instructions

    “FIRST TIME” PILOT LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: Be sure all items on "INSTALLATION CHECK OFF LIST" in the Installation Manual have been completed! CAUTION: If the pilot goes out, be sure to wait a minimum of five minutes before attempting to relight the pilot. 1.

  • Page 43: Ipi/Standing Pilot System Information

    On/Off button to activate the fire- place. NOTE: Mendota Fireplaces recommends that the (CPI) Standing Pilot Mode be used during the winter months F. This will keep the fireplace chimney heated for proper up- when the average daily high temperature falls below 50 draft during burner ignition and it will also eliminate excessive condensation of exhaust vapors on the door glass.

  • Page 44: Blower Operation And Wiring

    BLOWER OPERATION AND WIRING WARNING: The Electrical Junction box within this appliance must be connected to a grounded LIVE power circuit. No switches, Light Dimmers or Fan Speed Control Devices are allowed within the same electric circuit as this appliance. Connect only to a LIVE electrical power supply that is not controlled by any other switching device.

  • Page 45: Trouble Shooting Mendota Gas Dxv Fireplace

    If sooting continues open air shutter on burner (see "Gas Flame Adjust- ment" below). If sooting still continues, shut off unit and call Mendota service person. NOTE: To clean glass - remove glass and wipe glass with cloth or paper towel.

  • Page 46: Customer Information And Trouble-Shooting

    If sooting continues, the unit must be immedi- ately turned off and the local Mendota dealer promptly informed. Mendota dealers will correct "sooting" problems, but Mendota and their dealers are not responsible for damage caused by excessive sooting that has not been immediately brought to their attention.

  • Page 47: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE 1. ANNUAL MAINTENANCE OF MENDOTA UNITS IS REQUIRED. The following procedures must be performed each year by a Mendota approved service person. NOTE: Any adjustments to burner, pilot or logs must be done by a qualified Mendota service person.

  • Page 48: Wiring Schematics

    WIRING SCHEMATICS Note: The DXV35-DT4-LX ignition system utilizes Transformed DC power for normal ignition functions. In the event of a power outage, the Battery Pack power is utilized. IGNITION SYSTEM WIRING SCHEMATIC f i r e - p a r t s . c o m...

  • Page 49: Natural To Lp Gas Conversion Instructions

    NATURAL TO LP GAS CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS Kit # HA-30-00507 Mendota Model DXV35 DT4 Motorized This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualified service agency in LP Pressure accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and all applicable Regulator [10.0-5.5"WC] codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. If the in- # 907.012...
  • Page 50 5. Using a ½” deep well socket wrench, remove Front and Rear Orifices. 6. Thread a new 3/64” drilled orifice to both Front and Rear Orifice mounting brass fittings. Tighten down orifices. 7. Locate Pilot Light on left side of firebox. While holding the pilot base body with large vice grips tightly, loosen Pilot Light’s hex shape base using a ½”...
  • Page 51 10. Before reinstalling burners, loosen the screw that secures the rotary air shutter on the Front Burner. Rotate the air shutter open to ¼” minimum. 11. Install both rear and front burners in their original locations and posi- tions and secure down using screws you removed earlier.

  • Page 52: Installing The Lp Pressure Regulator

    INSTALLING THE LP PRESSURE REGULATOR WARNING: READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS PACKAGED WITH LP PRESSURE REGULATOR BODY BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT THE CONVERSION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A LEAK OR OVERFIRING OF THE APPLIANCE AND CAN LEAD TO AN EXPLOSION OR A FIRE HAZARD. 1.

  • Page 53: 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 fascia materials are installed over the front of this fireplace.

  • Page 54: Checking For Normal Burner (S) Ignition Characteristics

    Failure to perform this leak test may lead to a house fire and/or an explosion. Mendota is not responsible for any damages due to an Installer’s failure to con- duct a leak test and verify that all connections and supply lines are leak proof.

  • Page 55: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS MENDOTA GAS DXV-35 DT4 FIREPLACE PART NO DESCRIPTION PART NO DESCRIPTION 65-02-00103 TADPOLE GLASS GASKET (106”) 05-04-00050 PILOT ASS'Y. NAT. 65-06-00463 GLASS – FLAT 05-04-00052 LP PILOT ORIFICE HA-30-00415 DOOR FRAME ASSEMBLY – FLAT HA-30-00507 LP KIT 35-01-00600...

  • Page 56: Mendota Designer Fronts Installation Information

    MENDOTA DESIGNER FRONTS INSTALLATION INFORMATION The following Designer Fronts are available for the DXV-35 Fireplace: 1. Andover, Bentley Arched Door Kit or Prairie Rectangular Door kit with Fire screen with optional Overlays as listed below: a. Black Overlay b. Pewter Overlay c.

  • Page 57: Information Specific To The Installation Of Millennia Flat Grills, Victoria Filigrees And Tuscany Filigrees

    Face- plate with non-combustible materials such as Tile, Mar- ble, Slate, Stone and Brick; as long as enough room is allowed for the removal of these Mendota Designer Fronts and the glass door for servicing, WARNING: COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS MUST NOT COVER THE FRONT SURFACE OF THE FIREPLACE’S FACEPLATE.

  • Page 58: Rating Label Representation

    RATING LABEL REPRESENTATION DXV35 DT4 f i r e - p a r t s . c o m...
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  • Page 60: Mendota Warranty Qualification & Service Reference Form

    As a part of Mendota's on-going program of customer satisfaction, this Form verifies proper installation and operation. It is im- portant as a reference for future service. It insures long life and trouble-free operation of Mendota fireplaces & stoves and quali- fies the owner for Mendota's lifetime limited warranty.
  • Page 61 TAPE SHUT f i r e - p a r t s . c o m -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- POSTAGE NEEDED JOHNSON GAS APPLIANCE COMPANY 520 E AVENUE N.W. CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52405...

  • Page 62: Mendota Extended Lifetime Protection And Limited Warranty

    Mendota Division of Johnson Gas Appliance Company, 520 E Avenue N.W. Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52405, extends this Extended Lifetime Pro- tection and Limited Warranty to the original purchaser of a Mendota DXV Fireplace, Serial Number, which is limited and used under normal home conditions.
  • Page 63 - p a r t s . c o m Johnson Gas Appliance Company 520 E Avenue N.W. - Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 Mendota Hearth Division WEBPAGE: www.johnsongas.com or www.mendotahearth.com Document #85-03-00933...

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