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Model: WDV500, WDV600
Installation and Operating Instructions
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.
–
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
• 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.
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Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
WarnInG: Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, services or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. refer to this manual.
For assistance or additional information
consult 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(s) of
gas indicated on the rating plate unless a certified
kit is used.
*aftermarket: completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, form
the manufacturer.
WDV Wideview
Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
Due tO hIGh teMperatures, the applIance
shOulD Be lOcateD Out OF traFFIc anD
aWay FrOM FurnIture anD DraperIes.
chIlDren anD aDults shOulD Be alerteD
tO the haZarDs OF hIGh surFace
teMperature anD shOulD stay aWay tO
aVOID Burns Or clOthInG IGnItIOn.
yOunG chIlDren shOulD Be superVIseD
When they are In the saMe rOOM as the
applIance.
clOthInG Or Other FlaMMaBle MaterIal
shOulD nOt Be placeD On Or near the
applIance.
Keep the rOOM area clear anD Free
FrOM cOMBustIBle MaterIals, GasOlIne,
anD Other FlaMMaBle VapOrs anD
lIquIDs.
Installer: leave this manual with the appliance.
cOnsuMer: retain this manual for future refer-
ence.
WarnInG
780012
DVW/WDV cover
78D0011 2/10 Rev. 7
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Page 1: Installation And Operating Instructions
WDV Wideview Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Model: WDV500, WDV600 Installation and Operating Instructions 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. –... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
WDV Series Gas Fireplace cOntents thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Mhsc Fireplace. please reaD the InstallatIOn anD OperatIOn InstructIOns BeFOre usInG the applIance! IMpOrtant: read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
IMpOrtant saFety InFOrMatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace OWner Installer Please retain these instructions for future reference. Please leave these instructions with the appliance. • read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this fireplace. •... -
Page 4: Code Approval
VENTED GAS FIREPLACES in the USA and Canada as follows: lIsteD VenteD Gas FIreplaces WDV500 TESTED TO: ANSI Z21.50b-2009 / CSA 2.22b-2009 STANDARDS WDV600 TESTED TO: ANSI Z21.88-2009 / CSA 2.33-2009 STANDARDS A manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home OEM installation must conform with the Manufac- tured Home Construction and Safety Standard, title 24 cFr, part 3280, or when such a standard is not applicable, the standard for Manufactured home Installations, ansI/ncsBcs a225.1, or... -
Page 5: Product Features
prODuct Features and cODe apprOVal WDV Series Gas Fireplace Gas specIFIcatIOns & OrIFIce sIZe prODuct specIFIcatIOns Orifice • This appliance has been certified for use with either Max.Input Min. Input size natural or propane gas. See appropriate data plates. Model Fuel Btu/h Btu/h... -
Page 6: Fireplace & Framing Dimensions
Height 6” (152 mm) 35 ” ” (905 mm) (900 mm) 17 ” 36 ” (454 mm) (918 mm) ” (751 mm) 5 ” 13 ” (349 mm) WDV500 (146 mm) 40” (1016 mm) 3 ” 1 ” (89 mm) 46 ” (1172 mm) (38 mm) Minimum Rough 66 ” (1683 mm) 28 (730 mm) Opening Depth 780012 ”... -
Page 7: Fireplace Location
pre-InstallatIOn InFOrMatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace FIreplace lOcatIOn Plan for the installation of your appliance. This includes determining where the unit is to be installed, the vent configuration to be used, framing and finishing details, and whether any optional accessories (i.e. blower, wall switch, or remote control) are desired. Consult your local building code agency to ensure compliance with local codes, including permits and inspections. -
Page 8: Clearances
clearances WDV Series Gas Fireplace clearances tO cOMBustIBles Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation. Failure to follow instructions exactly can create a fire hazard. the appliance cannot be installed on a carpet, tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring. If installed on carpet or vinyl flooring, the appliance shall be installed on a metal, wood or noncombustible material panel extending full width and depth of the appliance. -
Page 9: Secure Fireplace To Floor Or Framing
secure FIreplace to FlOOr or FraMInG WDV Series Gas Fireplace The fireplace must be secured to the floor and/or to framing studs as shown in Figure 6. Use two (2) wood screws or masonry/ concrete screws to secure fireplace to the floor. Use four (4) screws to attach fireplace to framing. -
Page 10: Venting Installation
Installation of any damaged venting component. • Unauthorized modification of the vent- ing system. • Installation of any component part not manufactured or approved by MHSC. • FP2424 Installation other than permitted by these instruc- tions. Figure 7 - Combustible Clearances for Vent Pipe Failure to follow these instructions will void the warranty. -
Page 11: Installation Planning
Vent InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace InstallatIOn plannInG never run the vent pipe level down. this may There are two basic types of direct-vent installation: cause excessive temperatures which could • Horizontal Termination cause a fire. • Vertical Termination It is important to select the proper length of vent pipe for the type of termination you choose. - Page 12 3. MHSC assumes no responsibility for the improper only permitted if veranda, porch, deck or balcony is fully open on a performance of the appliance when the venting system minimum 2 sides beneath the floor: does not meet these requirements.
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Page 13: Vent Graph
WDV Series Gas Fireplace VentInG InstallatIOn terMInatIOn clearances FOr BuIlDInGs WIth cOMBustIBle anD nOncOMBustIBle exterIOrs G=6" (152mm) F=6" (152mm) Combustible – 6" (152 mm) Noncombustible – 2" (51 mm) Inside Corner Outside Corner C = Maximum depth of 48" (1219mm) for alcove location D = Minimum width for back wall of alcove location... -
Page 14: Vertical Sidewall Installation
WDV Series Gas Fireplace VentInG InstallatIOn VertIcal sIDeWall InstallatIOn step 1 Locate vent opening on the wall. It may be necessary to first position the fireplace and measure to obtain hole lo- cation. Depending on whether the wall is combustible or noncombustible, cut opening to size. -
Page 15: Vertical/Horizontal Termination Configurations
VentInG InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace 36" VertIcal/hOrIZOntal terMInatIOn 36" (914 mm) (914 mm) cOnFIGuratIOns 12” Max. Max. since it is very important that the venting system main- (610 mm) tain its balance between the combustion air intake and Max. the flue gas exhaust, certain limitations as to vent con- figurations apply and must be strictly adhered to. -
Page 16: Below Grade Installation
WDV Series Gas Fireplace VentInG InstallatIOn If installing a snorkel, a minimum 12" vertical rise is neces- sary. The maximum horizontal run with the 12” vertical pipe B 7’ is 36". This measurement is taken from the collar of the A 10’ fireplace (or transition elbow) to the face of the exterior wall. -
Page 17: Vertical Through-The-Roof
WDV Series Gas Fireplace VentInG InstallatIOn • Up to two 45° elbows may be used within the horizontal run. For each 45° elbow used on the horizontal plane, the maximum horizontal length must be reduced by 18" Snorkel (450 mm). Example: Maximum horizontal length Foundation Recess... -
Page 18: Installation For Vertical Termination
WDV Series Gas Fireplace VentInG InstallatIOn InstallatIOn FOr VertIcal terMInatIOn 1. Determine the route your vertical venting will take. If Roof Flashing ceiling joist, roof rafters or other framing will obstruct the venting system, consider an offset. Refer to Figure 23 to avoid cutting load bearing members. - Page 19 VentInG InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace 3. Cut a hole in the roof using the locating hole as a center terMInatIOn heIGhts FOr Vents aBOVe Flat Or point. (Cover any exposed open vent pipes before slOpeD rOOFs cutting hole in roof). The 10Z\x"x10Z\x" (241 x 241 mm) Horizontal Overhang hole must be measured on the horizontal.
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Page 20: Flex Vent Installation
WDV Series Gas Fireplace Flex Vent InstallatIOn 1. Flexible UL1777 listed venting may be used in any venting application where rigid direct vent components can be used. all restrictions, clearances and allowances that pertain to the rigid piping apply to the flexible venting. -
Page 21: Flex Vent Installation
D. Attaching flexible venting to vertical termination assemblies. 1. When using Simpson pipe, an MHSC flex-to-pipe adapter (FPA) and/or rigid pipe section(s) is required to connect the flexible vent assembly to the vertical termination by using three self- penetrating screws. -
Page 22: Fireplace Installation
FIreplace InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace checK Gas type Use proper gas type for the fireplace you are installing. If you have conflicting gas type, do not install fireplace. See dealer where you purchased the fireplace for proper fireplace for your gas type or conversion kit. - Page 23 FIreplace InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace a manual shutoff valve must be installed Only persons licensed to work with gas upstream of the appliance. union tee piping may make the necessary gas and plugged 1/8" npt pressure tapping connections to this appliance. point should be installed upstream of the appliance.
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Page 24: Check Gas Pressure
sIGnature cOMManD - checK Gas pressure WDV Series Gas Fireplace 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as Pressure Inlet stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply is different from the fireplace, stOp! Do not install the appliance. -
Page 25: Electrical Installation
electrIcal InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace junctIOn BOx WIrInG 1. This should be done before framing the fireplace. Wire the receptacle into an electrical circuit. Wire with minimum 60° C wire in accordance with prevailing codes. 2. Remove the external junction box cover by removing the screw from the side of the outside firebox wall. -
Page 26: Scs Wiring Diagram
electrIcal InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace Light Pilot 300 Watt Max. A/C MODULE TO JUNCTION BOX IN FIREPLACE WHITE BLACK WHITE Opt. Blower BLACK BLACK Opt. Aux. WHITE GREEN 300 Watt RF Receiver Max. ON/OFF Button Control Board Black / Thermopile Red / Thermopile Sensor Conversion NG/LP Ignitor / Sparker Plug-in Connector Control Board to Command Center OFF/LO nOte: Wall switch wires must ON/HI be connected together if a wall Master Switch... -
Page 27: Optional Fan/Blower Systems
OptIOnal Fan BlOWer systeMs WDV Series Gas Fireplace electrical Grounding Instructions: this electrical connections should only be appliance is equipped with a three-prong performed by a qualified licensed electrician. (grounding) plug for your protection against Main power supply must be turned off before shock hazard and should be plugged directly connecting the fan to the main electrical into a properly grounded three-prong... -
Page 28: Glass Frame Removal
Glass reMOVal & lIGht placeMent WDV Series Gas Fireplace Glass FraMe reMOVal 1. Remove the front access door by lifting up and sliding the two (2) spring hinge pins inward and lifting off. 2. Rotate the three (3) cam levers in the lower access area 90° clockwise. 3. -
Page 29: Stone & Glass Placement
stOne & Glass placeMent WDV Series Gas Fireplace stOne & Glass placeMent 1. For best results, spread glass evenly over the entire floor and burner making sure the glass is not too heavy over the burner ports (single layer only). Keep rear vent area open to allow air to circulate under the stones. -
Page 30: Operating Instructions
WDV Series Gas Fireplace sIGnature cOMManD - OperatInG InstructIOns FOr yOur saFety reaD BeFOre lIGhtInG If you do not follow these instruction exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. a. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Refer to the instructions. -
Page 31: Operating Instructions
sIGnature cOMManD - OperatInG InstructIOns WDV Series Gas Fireplace OperatInG InstructIOns 1. stOp! Read the safety information above. 2. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand. 3. -
Page 32: Signature Command System Operation
WDV Series Gas Fireplace sIGnature cOMManD systeM OperatIOn InstructIOns Features To Thermopile RF Receiver command center ON/OFF To Sensor • Easy Access Function Operation and System Configura- To Sparker tion • Operation Confirmation/Fault Diagnostic Indications NG/LP (LED/Buzzer) Conversion • ON/OFF/HI/Med/Low Operation •... -
Page 33: System Configuration/Setup
sIGnature cOMManD systeM OperatIOn InstructIOns WDV Series Gas Fireplace systeM cOnFIGuratIOn/setup All System configuration/setup is done on the Command Center. nOte: When using On/Off wall switch, the switch must be in the ON position to perform all configuration set ups at the command center. - Page 34 WDV Series Gas Fireplace sIGnature cOMManD systeM OperatIOn InstructIOns FunctIOns/OperatIOn turning on the fireplace 1. Turn on the master switch and wait for a beep. 2. Press the ON button on the Command Center or turn on wall switch. Pilot will light and burner will come on High set- ting or last memory setting (See Turning Off Fireplace below).
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Page 35: Touch Screen Remote Control Operation
tOuch screen reMOte cOntrOl OperatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace Due to the sensitive temperature monitoring components in the transmitter, it is necessary to allow the transmitter to stabilize to room tem- perature before accurate room temperatures are displayed. If the transmitter is activated from a severe cold condition, allow 15 minutes for accurate temperature readings to appear on the lcD display. - Page 36 tOuch screen reMOte cOntrOl OperatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace setting privacy code on transmitter: Battery Door Figure 44 The remote transmitter privacy code is preset in factory. In the event of activation or interference from other nearby transmissions, change the code using the following pro- cedures (learn function must be performed after changing the code): 1.
- Page 37 tOuch screen reMOte cOntrOl OperatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace c. Slide down on the arrow buttons to exit TIMER 1. Press the ON/up button to turn on the fireplace. The mode and shut off the fireplace. flame icon on the LCD displays High.
- Page 38 tOuch screen reMOte cOntrOl OperatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace the Room temperature. There is no manual flame height 5. When the fan button is flashing, slide up and down on adjustment. The fan speed will also automatically adjust the arrow buttons will turn the blower speed to High if turned on.
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Page 39: Safety Features
tOuch screen reMOte cOntrOl OperatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace 5. When the light button is flashing, slide up and down on n safety Features the arrow buttons will turn the light brightness to HIGH 1. Low Battery Detection or Off directly without pressing the light button again to When low battery condition occurs, the transmitter will confirm turn off the fireplace. - Page 40 tOuch screen reMOte cOntrOl OperatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace n using the Mounting Base The transmitter comes with a mounting base which allows you to hang the transmitter on the wall. 1. Secure the mounting base on the wall with supplied screws.
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Page 41: Cleaning And Maintenance
cleanInG anD MaIntenance WDV Series Gas Fireplace turn off gas before servicing fireplace. It is recommended that a qualified service technician perform these check-ups at the beginning of each heating season Sensor Burner, pIlOt anD cOntrOl cOMpartMent Thermopile Keep the control compartment, stones and burner areas surrounding the stones clean by vacuuming or brushing at least twice a year. -
Page 42: Vent System
WDV Series Gas Fireplace cleanInG anD MaIntenance Vent systeM The fireplace and venting system should be inspected before initial use and at least annually by a qualified field service person. Inspect the external vent cap on a regular basis to make sure that no debris is interfering with the airflow. -
Page 43: Troubleshooting
trOuBleshOOtInG WDV Series Gas Fireplace sIGnature cOMManD systeM OPERATION FAULT ACTION DIAGNOSIS Using Battery polarity wrong? Re-install batteries battery? Make sure Command Install batteries and/or Battery voltage low? Change batteries Center and plug in the AC board No beep in about the control 8 seconds board are... -
Page 44: Replacement Parts
WDV Series Gas Fireplace FIreBOx cOMpOnents anD accessOrIes Item Description qty. WDV500 WDV600 Bulb (35 Watt) 78D0007 78D0007 Bulb Socket 73D4521K 73D4521K Glass Frame Assembly 78D0027K 78D1038K 780012 Junction Box Assembly (not shown) 26D2128 26D2128 DVW firebox parts Panel, Access, Door... -
Page 45: Signature Command System
replaceMent parts WDV Series Gas Fireplace sIGnature cOMManD systeM 780012 DVW SG parts 6/09 78D0011... - Page 46 Remote Transmitter (full function) TSFSC TSFSC TSFSC TSFSC AC Module SCSACM SCSACM SCSACM SCSACM Fuel conversion Kits - signature command system natural Gas to lp WDV500 Kit #W500CKPS WDV600 Kit #W600CKPS lp to natural Gas WDV500 Kit #W500CKNS WDV600 Kit #W600CKNS 78D0011...
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Page 47: Stones
WDV Series Gas Fireplace replaceMent parts stOnes Item Description 500 qty. 600 qty. part no. White Stone #1 78D0122 Light Gray Stone #2 78D0123 Dark Gray Stone #3 78D0124 Brown Stone #4 78D0125 Sand Stone #5 78D0126 Tan Stone #6 78D0127 78D0011... -
Page 48: Venting Components
replaceMent parts WDV Series Gas Fireplace Vent cOMpOnents 730024 KHLDV vent parts 78D0011... - Page 49 WDV Series Gas Fireplace Vent cOMpOnents FOr 5" x 8" current simpson simpson Duravent Duravent qty./ or Mhsc or Mhsc selkirk Item Box Description part no. part no. part no. Horizontal High Wind Termination Cap 58DVA-HC 1285 5DT-HC...
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Page 50: Mass Residents Only
requirements for the commonwealth of signage WDV Series Gas Fireplace Massachusetts A metal or plastic identification plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum height This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or of eight (8) feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust gas fitter when installed within the Commonwealth of vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating... -
Page 51: Warranty
MHSC in the appliance are found to be defective in materials or workmanship, MHSC will, at its option, replace or repair the defective components at no charge to the original owner. MHSC will also pay for reasonable labor costs incurred in replacing or repairing such components for a period of two years from date of installation. -
Page 52: Efficiencies
Based on CSA P.4.1-09 efficiency ratings Model enerGuide ratings Fireplace efficiency (%) WDV500NTSC 64.4 WDV500PTSC 67.7 WDV600NTSC 70.2 WDV600PTSC 72.2 Mhsc 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.mhsc.com...
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