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Mendota AA-11-00667 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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MODEL NO. AA-11-00667 DXV60 DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE HEATER
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.
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 gasses, 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 must be installed.
Installation and Operating Instructions
85-03-01117-F
AVERTISSEMENT. Assurez-vous de bien suivre les
instructions données dans cette notice pour réduire au
minimum le risque d'incendie ou d'explosion ou pour
éviter tout dommage matériel, toute blessure ou la mort.
Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d'essence ni d'autres vapeurs
ou liquids inflammables dans le voisinage de cet appareil
ou de tout autre 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 où vous trouvez.
• Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de gaz depuis
un voisin. Suivez les instructions du fournisseur.
• Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de gaz,
appelez le service des incendies.
- L'installation et l'entretien doivent être assurés par un
installateur ou un service d'entretien qualifié ou par le
fournisseur de gaz.
Cet appareil peut être installé dans une maison
préfabriquée (É.-U. seulement) ou mobile déjà installée à
demeure si les règlements locaux le permettent.
Cet appareil doit être utilisé uniquement avec les types de
gaz indiqués sur la plaque signalétique. Une trousse de
conversion est fournie avec cet appareil.
Une barrière conçue pour réduire le risque de brûlures
du verre chaud est fournie avec cet appareil et doit être
installée.
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  • Page 1 Installation and Operating Instructions MODEL NO. AA-11-00667 DXV60 DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE HEATER WARNING: If the information in these instructions AVERTISSEMENT. Assurez-vous de bien suivre les is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may instructions données dans cette notice pour réduire au...
  • Page 2 85-03-01117-F DXV60...

  • Page 3: Hot Surfaces Are Normal

    See chapter Instructions. Read and follow all instructions given in this Chapter and perform the 3-step Mendota Fireplace Curing curing cycle. After the 3-step curing cycle has been completed, all smoking will have stopped. Some slight odors may remain. With subsequent use of this Fireplace, odors will slowly dissipate and disappear.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents .. 3 CAUTION STATEMENTS TO PARENTS OF YOUNG CHILDREN 3.3.2.3.1 Mendota Cool Wall31 1.2 I ....... 3 3.3.2.3.2 Versiheat NITIAL IRING AND URING ROCEDURE 3.3.2.3.3 FlexHeat 1.3 H ........3 URFACES ARE ORMAL 1.4 P .... 3 ERIODIC AND ANNUAL CLEANING ARE REQUIRED 2.1 SAFETY AND WARNING INFORMATION ....
  • Page 5 5.7 W ? ......75 HAT MAINTENANCE IS REQUIRED 6.1 R ....... 77 EQUIRED ERIODIC NSPECTIONS 6.2 C ......... 77 LEANING IEWING LASS 6.3 R ......77 EQUIRED NNUAL AINTENANCE 6.4 O ....78 IRING OR NDER IRING OF URNER 6.5 P .......

  • Page 6: Safety And Warning Information

    Building Permit & Inspection Requirements All installations of Mendota Fireplaces must comply with all the requirements stated in this Installation and Operating Manual. The dealer and/or installer must obtain all required building permits and inspection approvals from the local building inspection department or the local jurisdiction.

  • Page 7: Safety Warnings

    HIGH-ALTITUDE INSTALLATION INFORMATION: Prior to installing at altitudes higher than 7,500 ft., understand the need for gas input derating. Contact your local gas company to see if your gas type is already derated for your altitude or contact Mendota Technical Service for support.
  • Page 8 Never obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Keep the front of the fireplace clear of all obstacles and materials for servicing and proper operation. Use only Mendota approved Screens, Fronts and Trim Kits. Due to high temperature, the fireplace should be located out of traffic areas and away from furniture and draperies.
  • Page 9 été plongée dans l’eau. Do not use any fronts or doors with this fireplace unless they are certified by Mendota and installed by a certified installer.
  • Page 10 Requirements for The Commonwealth of Mass. 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 11: General Technical References

    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 F or lower.

  • Page 12: Mendota Fireplace Curingi

    ATTENTION It is important that the blowers are turned on during this step to prevent the curing smoke from staining the wall finish above the fireplace. Mendota recommends completing Step 1 prior to installation of wall finish materials. Visible smoke and strong odor are to be expected during this step. If desired, disable smoke alarms before this step, smoke from the initial curing cycle will set off smoke alarms.

  • Page 13: Mechanical Technicalr

    3.3 MECHANICAL TECHNICAL REFERENCES Listing Label The listing label is in the air gap beneath the firebox behind the lower grill of the Fireplace. It is secured to a chain and can be pulled out to be viewed. Figure 3-1 Listing Label Page 13 85-03-01117 DXV60...
  • Page 14 Other Warning and Caution Labels A few warnings or caution labels are attached to this appliance body as required per code to inform you of important facts. Make certain you heed all the warning and caution statements during installation and maintenance of this appliance. Figure 3-3 Figure 3-2 Figure 3-5...
  • Page 15 Figure 3-9 Figure 3-10 Page 15 85-03-01117 DXV60...
  • Page 16 Planning the installation This Mendota Fireplace must be installed and serviced by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. When planning on appliance installation, it is necessary to determine the following information before installing: • Where the appliance is to be installed.
  • Page 17 Dimensions and Technical Details DXV60 Fireplace Ratings Information This Mendota Fireplace can be installed directly on top of a metal, masonry or wood structural surface. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS: 120 Volts AC, 1.5 Amps (minimum line voltage allowed 110 Volts AC) REQUIRED GAS SUPPLY PRESSURE: NAT.
  • Page 18 Fireplace Dimensions and Clearances WIDTH = 48” HEIGHT = 40-1/8” DEPTH = 22” Figure 3-14 Figure 3-13 MINIMUM FRAMING DIMENSIONS Figure 3-15 Figure 3-16 NATURAL GAS MINIMUM VENTING A wall, perpendicular and in front of this appliance's glass door face must be at least 8" away from the side edges of the glass frame.
  • Page 19 Rough Framing Dimensions The rough framing dimensions given are the minimum allowed framing dimensions. Be sure when planning the framing of the unit that adequate paths to route the gas and electrical are available on both sides of the unit. SPECIAL FRAMING NOTE: Minimum Required Rough Framing Dimensions Natural Gas applications and LPG...
  • Page 20 Constructing the Appliance Chase A chase is a vertical box-like structure built to enclose this fireplace and its vent system. Vertical vents that run on the outside of a building may be, but are not required to be, installed inside a chase. Construction of the chase may vary with the type of building.
  • Page 21 Clearance Requirements Clearance from Appliance Body and Vent Figure 3-21 CLEARANCES TO BODY & VENT Figure 3-22 CLEARANCES TO VENT The required clearances are depicted in these diagrams. 1. Minimum Clearance from fireplace body sides to combustibles is ¼”. 2. Minimum Clearance from fireplace top surface to combustibles is 4” or 0” from top edge of top triangle standoffs. 3.

  • Page 22: Hearth Pad Materials

    If these materials are used it is recommended that the fireplace is raised at least 12” above the floor. Mendota does not guarantee any materials used around the fireplace. Mendota disclaims any and all liability for any damage to finishing materials including warping, discoloring, cracking, peeling or flaking.
  • Page 23 Clearances to Combustible Mantels An 8” combustible mantel may be installed at a minimum of 18" above the top of the heat outlet (35-1/16” up from the floor level of this Fireplace). Non-combustible (marble, brick, stone, metal etc.) mantels can be installed at any desired height above the top convection air opening.

  • Page 24: Horizontal Clearance Reduction By 66

    Clearances to Combustible Side Walls The minimum distance required from the side edge of the glass frame to a combustible side wall is 8” (6” from the side edge of this appliance). Combustible side walls, mantel corbels, mantel legs and other combustible walls and decorative objects must fall behind a 45-degree line extending outward from the side edges of the glass...
  • Page 25 HINT: To greatly reduce surface temperatures surrounding this Fireplace during operation, Mendota recommends operating the integrated convection air blowers which aid in cooling all surrounding surfaces. Mendota Fireplaces comply with ANSI Z21.88-2017 Standards for maximum surface temperatures (ambient plus 117 F) on exposed “combustible”...
  • Page 26 Mendota does not guarantee any materials used around the fireplace. Mendota disclaims any and all liability for any damage to finishing materials including warping, discoloring, cracking, peeling or flaking. This also includes any off-gassing or unpleasant smells from materials when they are heated.
  • Page 27 Ceramic or Porcelain Tile Use of ceramic or porcelain tiles as facing materials around a Mendota fireplace is approved. If selecting a mosaic tile where tiles are held together with a webbing, ensure the webbing is a non-combustible material like fiberglass. Also ensure that the tiles are not attached to the webbing with a glue or epoxy that will off gas and smell when heated.

  • Page 28: Paint Types Approved For Use

    Mendota fireplaces. Mendota further cautions that proper adhesives be used to attach stone facings. Pay attention to the potential of off gassing of chemical vapors from mastic and other adhesives.
  • Page 29 Many television manufacturers specify in their installation instructions that the television must not be installed near or above a heat source. The decision to install a television near or above a Mendota fireplace rests solely on the consumer. It is the consumers responsibility to satisfy television specifications and insure the television will not exceed maximum operation temperatures.
  • Page 30 Recommendation 3: Install a heat transfer system Mendota Hearth offers three heat transfer systems that take heat from the fireplace and redirect it to another area. When used correctly these heat transfer systems can make it possible to mount a television above the fireplace without installing a mantel or creating a recessed cavity.
  • Page 31 Mendota Cool Wall The Mendota Cool Wall system uses natural convection to take heat off the wall directly above the fireplace and redirects it up and away from surrounding areas. Testing has shown that when using a Cool Wall system, temperatures above the fireplace are reduced making it possible to mount a television 15”...

  • Page 32: Versiheat

    3.3.2.3.2 Versiheat The Versiheat system uses a fan to redirect heat from the fireplace to an alternate room in the home. WARNING: To reduce temperatures above the fireplace for mounting a television the Versiheat system must always be on when the fireplace is in operation.

  • Page 33: Flexheat

    3.3.2.3.3 FlexHeat The FlexHeat system uses two inline fans to redirect heat from the fireplace outside the home or to an alternate room in the home. WARNING: To reduce temperatures above the fireplace for mounting a television the FlexHeat system must always be on when the fireplace is in operation.
  • Page 34 All warranties will be voided and serious fire, health or other safety hazards may result from any of the following actions: Installation by unauthorized personnel; installation of any damaged component; unauthorized modification 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.
  • Page 35 Flue Venting Components Identification Diagrams Prior to installing at altitudes higher than 7500, please contact the Mendota technical service department for specific venting requirements and venting restrictions. ITEM DESCRIPTION 6" or 7” PIPE (DuraVent 6”/Amerivent 7”), 9”, 12” 12" VENT STACK 24"...
  • Page 36 Approved Vent Systems Figure 3-28 Approved Vent Systems Page 36 85-03-01117 DXV60...
  • Page 37 Exterior Vent Locations and Restrictions Note: All measurements are to be taken from the center of the vent cap. ∨ - ≡ - Air Supply Inlet Vent Terminal Area where terminal is not permitted Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or *Not to be installed above a meter/regulator assembly balcony (*18 inches (45 cm) minimum) within 3 feet (90 cm) horizontally from the center-line...
  • Page 38 Side by Side installation of two Vent Caps When two or more vertical vent caps are located within proximity of one another, it is required that a galvanized steel 18-gauge or heavier barrier wall be installed between the two vent caps to eliminate recirculation of exhaust gases from one cap to another.

  • Page 39: Lectrical Technical References

    ELECTRICAL TECHNICAL REFERENCES AC Power Requirements WARNING: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. For normal operation, this appliance requires 120 VAC, 2 Amp power or a 6V DC power source. The AC power supply to this Fireplace must be hot at all times and shall not have a switch installed in it.
  • Page 40 OPERATING DURING POWER OUTAGES This ignition system utilizes thermocouple and thermopile power for pilot and burner ignition functions. AC power is utilized for blower function only. If the AC power is interrupted during a power outage, you may operate this fireplace for one continuous hour on and one continuous hour off cycles only.

  • Page 41: Lumbing Technical References

    TRAIN. ADHERE STRICTLY TO LOCAL AND NATIONAL CODES. Gas Supply Line Sizing This Mendota Gas Fireplace comes equipped with a 1/2" N.P.T. Female inlet. Gas supply piping must enter the Fireplace cabinet on the left side. Use the table, below, to determine the proper gas line diameter that must be installed to run from the supply regulator to the inlet end of the main gas valve.
  • Page 42 Gas Pressure Requirements and Checking Two pressure taps for checking input and output gas pressures are located on the main gas valve. A qualified installer should use this fitting for setting the correct gas pressure during initial installation. The appliance and its appliance main gas valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).
  • Page 43 Factory Installed Manual Gas Shutoff Valve A manual gas shutoff valve is factory installed and located in the lower convection chamber. To operate the manual gas shutoff valve, rotate the red shutoff handle clockwise to open and counterclockwise to close. Gas Inlet Fittings Information Caution: Before you run the gas line, read, understand and properly calculate the required gas line size.
  • Page 44 Gas Input Rate Verification Natural Gas Input Rate Verification 1. Verify main orifice size. The main orifice body has the orifice hole size stamped on it. NG orifice size shall be #43 Front Burner and #30 Rear Burner for all elevations. 2.

  • Page 45: Installation Checklist

     Adjust vent damper to match vertical chimney length. See 4.4.13 Vent Damper Adjustments  Co-axial vent rigid pipe, wall vent cap or roof vent cap is installed by a Mendota approved  serviceperson in accordance with instructions. All joints are secured, "twist-locked" and leak-proof.

  • Page 46: Preparing For Installation

    Lift the outer box vertically straight upward until lower edge of the box clears the top of the unit body. Set the box aside. Mendota recommends recycling the outer box. Figure 4-1 Outer Box Removal Page 46...
  • Page 47 Contents of the Manual Packet Once the outer box is removed, you will find the Fireplace body and a manual packet. This manual packet includes the items shown in the table, below. Contact Mendota Technical Service if any parts are missing. Owner’s Manual.
  • Page 48 Bending up the shipping clips If your product employs shipping clips, once the unit is detached from the pallet by removing the securing lag screws that hold these shipping clips to the pallet, either bend these clips up 90-degrees or break them off using a screw driver and back and forth cold working motion (see below).
  • Page 49 How to Remove Door 1. Using glass spring tool insert into hole of latch spring guide on right side of unit. 2. Pull towards the front and turn the latch bar 90 deg. 3. Repeat step 1-2 on left side of unit. 4.

  • Page 50: Natural Gas To Lpg Conversion

    Natural Gas to LPG Conversion WARNING This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualified service agency in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and all applicable codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire, explosion or production of carbon monoxide may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
  • Page 51 6. Install the burner airbox and the burner in their original locations and positions and secure down using screws you removed earlier. 7. Make certain burner is running parallel to front face of unit and positioned properly. Next, the pressure regulator will be changed. 8.
  • Page 52 Removing LP Air Slot Cover During the LP conversion process, also remove the LP Air Slot Cover shown in the diagram and discard. WARNING: Failure to remove and discard the LP Air Slot Cover will result in rapid soot buildup on the rear logs.
  • Page 53 Burner Ignition Characteristics Note: Connect gas supply and verify that the minimum inlet and outlet pressures are conforming. Once the conversion to LPG and all the above steps have been completed, light the main burners. Main burner should now light IMMEDIATELY and flame should not "lift" off burner. If there is any delay in ignition or if flame is "lifting off"...

  • Page 54: Enting

    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 Fireplaces must be vented to the outside in accordance with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code.
  • Page 55 DXV60 Master Venting Chart Note: This chart is applicable to Natural Gas. For LPG, see minimum venting requirements, 4.4.3 LPG and High-Altitude Venting Requirements:  12” minimum vertical pipe run required to be connected directly to this fireplace’s flue starter collar. ...
  • Page 56 Using 90 Elbows The DXV60 Fireplace by MENDOTA allows maximum flexibility in the use of 90 elbows in the vent system. The length of the first straight vertical section directly connected to the fireplace’s starter collar determines the maximum horizontal run and the number of 90 elbows allowed for this fireplace.
  • Page 57 Using 90 ° Elbows When the Initial Starter Vertical Section Is Less Than 5’ For vent systems that provide a starting vertical section less than 5’ the following rules apply: A. You must use the Master Venting Chart. B. A single 90° vertical-to-horizontal elbow is already calculated into the allowable maximum horizontal run. The Venting Requirements Chart assumes that for all horizontal runs calculated, one 90 elbow is used within the venting system.
  • Page 58 Be sure to maintain 1" air space to any combustibles on the sides and bottom, 2" above horizontal pipe sections. THIS FIREPLACE MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED MENDOTA APPROVED SERVICEPERSON. Position fireplace in desired location. Check to determine if wall studs are in the way when vent system is attached. If this is the case you may want to adjust the fireplace location.
  • Page 59 NOTE: Combustible wall thickness must be 4" to 8" maximum for the wall thimble. Wall more than 8” thick will require special protection. Contact Mendota Technical services for assistance. From the exterior of the home, slide the horizontal vent cap over the end of the horizontal pipe and tightly secure the vent cap to the wall with screws.
  • Page 60 2” above horizontal pipe sections and components. THIS FIREPLACE MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED MENDOTA APPROVED SERVICEPERSON. 1. Place the fireplace in its desired location. Drop a plum bob from the ceiling to the position of the fireplace flue exit. Mark the location where the vent will penetrate the ceiling.
  • Page 61 Vent Damper Adjustments This fireplace is equipped with a vent damper system that can be adjusted. Locate damper adjustment rod above the glass frame in convection chamber at the center. If this fireplace’s vent is terminated horizontally, DO NOT CLOSE the vent damper completely.

  • Page 62: Air Shutter Control And Flame Appearance

    4.4 AIR SHUTTER CONTROL AND FLAME APPEARANCE During initial installation, the air shutter opening (both front and rear burners) should be checked to be certain that the shutter is set correctly at 1/8" open for natural gas and 1/2" minimum open for L.P. gas. NOTE: For altitudes above 5,000’, some variations may be required.

  • Page 63: Dxv60 Log Set Installation

    4.5 DXV60 LOG SET INSTALLATION Note: Installer, save and give the copy of the Log Set Installation Instructions to the homeowner for future references. Carefully unpack the shipping boxes containing the coal bed sections and logs and remove them gently from the foam packing. 10 Log pieces, one 24 oz bag of small coals and one bag of inswool/Rockwool are included.
  • Page 64 Locate Fiber Coal Bed “A”. This Fiber Coal Bed installs between the front burner and the front of the rear burner tube as shown below. The Fiber Coal Bed “A” is placed directly behind the front burner. The Coal Bed ‘s front edge must touch back edge of front burner tube.
  • Page 65 LOG “C” Holes in bottom of Log “C”. Identify Log “C”. Back left log. Locate holes on bottom of log. Place log “C” onto the 2 pins on left-side behind the rear burner as shown. Identify Log “D”. This log will be installed between the front and back of the rear burner tube as shown below.
  • Page 66 Identify Log “E” and Log “F”. Log “E” rests on left side of the T-propagation tube . Log “E”’s left edge rests against the front burner inlet tube, at floor level. Log “F” sits on the firebox floor and against the left side of the inlet tube on the front burner.
  • Page 67 Identify Log “I”. Log “I” will be installed in the middle of the fireplace, with the hole on the bottom of the log setting on the middle pin in log “D”. 2” gap Once Log “I” is pinned to the middle pin in Log “D”, rotate FRONT –MOST TIP of Log “I”...
  • Page 68 Place small coals between Firebox Front and front Burner. Pile the coals higher near the Front burner to build height. Any excess coals should be spread on the far left and far right sides of firebox to extend the coal bed effect. A couple of coals may be place behind front burner tube on Ember Bed “A”...
  • Page 69 Installer/Dealer adjust the log positions of the logs and coals and also conduct a thorough evaluation of the venting configuration to make certain that the venting configuration conforms to Mendota’s venting requirements, which are listed in this Installation and Operations Manual.

  • Page 70: Lighting Checklist

    4.6 LIGHTING CHECKLIST Be sure to check these items before final operation of the Fireplace. ☐ All items on "Installation Checklist" must be completed. ☐ Carefully follow all lighting and log installation instructions. Make certain that pilot flame lights immediately and lights both front and rear burners.

  • Page 71: Aesthetic Considerations

    We are committed to quality and satisfaction for all Mendota owners. Thank you for choosing a Mendota to be a source of comfort and beauty in your home.

  • Page 72: First Time Lighting Instructions

    5.4 First Time Lighting Instructions Safety Information WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Warning: If you do not Do not light any appliance. follow these instructions Do not touch any light switch exactly, a fire or Do not use any phone in your building. explosion may result Call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone.

  • Page 73: T Oturn Off Gas To Fireplace

    10 To reduce heat output, turn Hi/Lo Knob counterclockwise to desired temperature (see Figure 5-1 Gas Valve). Blower speed can also be turned down to reduce heat distribution. NEVER "over fire" by increasing BTUH above nameplate specifications. NEVER turn down (reduce) pilot flame below the minimum 325 millivolts. 11 Open windows for first two hours of operation.

  • Page 74: Frequently Asked Questions

    Where can I find the model and serial numbers? When requesting service, you will be asked to provide the model number and serial number to your Mendota dealer. This information will expedite the warranty verification process. The Listing Label contains the model number and serial number for your particular appliance.

  • Page 75: Hat Maintenance Is Required

    Can I use my Fireplace during power outages? This ignition system utilizes thermocouple and thermopile power for pilot and burner ignition functions. AC power is utilized for blower function only. If the AC power is interrupted during a power outage, you may operate this fireplace for one continuous hour on and one continuous hour off cycles only.
  • Page 76 Mendota dealer if you feel your fireplace is not burning correctly. Improper setup and adjustment is not covered under warranty. What should I do if my fireplace is sooting? Sooting is caused by improper installation or air shutter operation. However, some small areas of soot deposits on log surfaces are deemed acceptable.

  • Page 77: Equired Eriodic Nspections

    MAINTENANCE INFORMATION 6.1 REQUIRED PERIODIC INSPECTIONS 1. Check to verify that the vent system and vent cap are open and free of blockage. 2. Have qualified service person check the operation of the pilot light. Pilot light must light within the first five to eight seconds of ignitor sparks initiation.

  • Page 78: Ver Firing Or Under Firing Of Burner

    If you are using a “backyard” Natural Gas well as the gas source, you must submit formal gas analysis data sheets to Mendota Fireplaces for review and calculation of proper main burner orifice sizes prior to first firing. It is known that unpurified Natural Gas from “backyard” wells can contain high energy levels causing over firing.

  • Page 79: Replacement Parts Information

    6.7 REPLACEMENT PARTS INFORMATION How to Access Components The descriptions below show where the main fireplaces components are located and how to access them for service. The descriptions show how to access the components after the fireplace has been installed. Pilot: The pilot light is located on the right side the firebox to the right ends the burners.
  • Page 80 Convection Air Blower System Parts Item 1 15-02-00120 BLOWER, RH Item 2 15-02-00121 BLOWER, LH Figure 6-3 DXV60 BLOWER ASSEMBLIES Valve Assembly Replacement Parts Item 1 65-14-00030 NG Orifice Rear, #30 Item 2 65-14-00043 NG Orifice Front, #43 Item 3 05-04-00035 Pilot Assembly, 3-way hood Item 4...
  • Page 81 Glass Frame Parts Replacement Procedure WARNING: do not use substitute materials. All replacement materials must be certified and obtained through Mendota fireplaces. TO REPLACE DAMAGED GLASS DRILL RIVETS USING 1/8" DRILL BIT. 2. REMOVE 3 RIVETS EACH SIDE & BRACKETS.

  • Page 82: Checklist

     Burner flames are “stable” and are not “lifting” off burner.  Inform owner that an initial curing step is required. Read and follow Mendota Fireplace and Insert Curing Instructions (found on unit and in owner’s manual). Smoke will emit during initial curing step.

  • Page 83: Arranty Policy Statement

    7.2 WARRANTY POLICY STATEMENT Mendota Fireplace, a division of Johnson Gas Appliance Company, extends this Limited Lifetime Warranty to the original purchaser of this appliance provided the product remains in the original place of installation. The items covered by this limited warranty and the period of such coverage is set forth in the table below.

  • Page 84: Onditions

    Owner accepts that this appliance requires close monitoring of children and vulnerable individuals who are in the vicinity of this appliance when it is in operation. Mendota does not assume or accept any liability claims for burns or other physical or material damages resulting from touching hot glass surface and hot metal surfaces that are part of this appliance or other adjacent object such as hearth pads and mantels that may heat up during operation of this appliance.
  • Page 85 How to Obtain Warranty Service 1. If you discover a problem that you believe to be covered by the warranty, you must report to your Mendota Dealer within 30 days, with proof of purchase, purchase date, model name and serial number.
  • Page 86 Owner Registration After installation, Mendota fireplace owners must register with Mendota to qualify for the Lifetime Limited Warranty within 30 days. Product registration will activate your Lifetime Limited Warranty. Owners should complete the forms available at: mendotahearth.com/warranty Note: Your Mendota dealer can assist with warranty applications and information.
  • Page 88 Johnson Gas Appliance Company 520 E Avenue NW Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52405 Mendota Warranty Registration...

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