Monessen Hearth WDV Wideview WDV500 Installation And Operating Instructions For

Monessen Hearth WDV Wideview WDV500 Installation And Operating Instructions For

Wdv wideview direct vent gas fireplace

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WDV Wideview
Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
Model: WDV500
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.
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.
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.
WarnInG
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.
780012
DVW/WDV cover
78D0011 8/09 Rev. 3

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  • Page 1 WDV Wideview Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Model: WDV500 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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WDV Series Gas Fireplace cOntents thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Monessen 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

    WDV Series Gas Fireplace IMpOrtant saFety InFOrMatIOn 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

    IMpOrtant saFety InFOrMatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace 14. Do not use any solid fuels (wood, coal, paper, card- IMpOrtant: board, etc.) in this fireplace. Use only the gas type please reaD the FOllOWInG indicated on rating plate. careFully 15. This appliance, when installed, must be electrically It is normal for fireplaces fabricated of steel grounded in accordance with local codes or in the to give off some expansion and/or contraction...
  • Page 5: Product Features

    prODuct Features and cODe apprOVal WDV Series Gas Fireplace Gas specIFIcatIOns & OrIFIce sIZe prODuct specIFIcatIOns Max.Input Min. Input Orifice • This appliance has been certified for use with either Model Fuel Btu/h Btu/h size (2) natural or propane gas. See appropriate data plates. WDV500NTSC Nat.
  • Page 6: Fireplace & Framing Dimensions

    WDV Series Gas Fireplace FIreplace & FraMInG DIMensIOns Minimum Rough 57 ” (1470 mm) 23 ” (591 mm) Opening  Depth ” 17 ” (211 mm) (454 mm) ” (462 mm) 1/2” or  Min. Rough Opening Width 5/8” (46 ” (1184 mm) Required Noncombustible Min. Rough Material Area Opening  Height 6” (152 mm) 35 ” ” (905 mm) (900 mm) 17 ” 36 ” ...
  • 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 () wood screws or masonry/ concrete screws to secure fireplace to the floor. Use four (4) screws to attach fireplace to framing.
  • Page 10: Installation Precautions

    WDV Series Gas Fireplace VentInG InstallatIOn InFOrMatIOn 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 system could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life. InstallatIOn precautIOns A minimum of 1"...
  • Page 11: Vent Installation

    Vent InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace InstallatIOn plannInG never run the vent pipe level or downward. There are two basic types of direct-vent installation: this may cause excessive temperatures • Horizontal Termination which could 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: Venting Installation

    WDV Series Gas Fireplace VentInG InstallatIOn FOr hOrIZOntal terMInatIOn Inside Corner Detail Fixed Closed Opera- Fixed Closed Operable Vent Terminal Air Supply Inlet Area Where Terminals Not Permitted Figure 8 - Horizontal Vent Termination Location MInIMuM DIstances A = Clearance above the grade, a veranda, porch, deck, or balcony [*1" (305 mm) minimum]. B = Clearance to window or door that may be opened [*1"...
  • 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" (15 mm) Noncombustible – " (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/Horizontal Termination Configurations

    WDV Series Gas Fireplace VentInG InstallatIOn 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 the flue gas exhaust, certain limitations as to vent con- figurations apply and must be strictly adhered to.
  • Page 15: Below Grade Installation

    WDV Series Gas Fireplace VentInG InstallatIOn If installing a snorkel, a minimum 1" vertical rise is neces- sary. The maximum horizontal run with the 1” 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 16: 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). Foundation Example: Maximum horizontal length Recess...
  • Page 17: 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 20 to avoid cutting load bearing members.
  • Page 18 WDV Series Gas Fireplace VentInG InstallatIOn 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" (41 x 41 mm) Horizontal Overhang hole must be measured on the horizontal.
  • Page 19: Flex Vent Installation

    Flex Vent InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace 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 20: Flex Vent Installation

    Flex Vent InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace . Install firestop spacers, Figure 26, when penetrating ceiling, attic spaces, or walls. 3. Do not allow the flexible vent to bend in radius tighter than 5" (17 mm). Figure 25 4. Horizontal runs of flexible vent shall be supported at maximum  foot intervals; vertical runs, five feet intervals.
  • Page 21: 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 22 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.
  • Page 23: Check Gas Pressure - Signature Command

    sIGnature cOMManD - checK Gas pressure and electrIcal InstallatIOn 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 24: Optional Wall Command Center

    sIGnature cOMManD OptIOnal Wall cOMManD center and BlOWer systeM WDV Series Gas Fireplace PILOT A/C BOX TO JUNCTION BOX IN FIREPLACE WHITE BLACK WHITE Opt. Blower BLACK BLACK Opt. Aux. WHITE GREEN RF RECEIVER ON/OFF BUTTON CONTROL BOX Electrical connections should only be BLACK/THERMOPILE performed by a qualified, licensed electri- RED/THERMOPILE cian.
  • Page 25: Optional Fan/Blower Systems

    sIGnature cOMManD - OptIOnal Fan BlOWer systeM WDV Series Gas Fireplace a/c WIrInG tO junctIOn BOx IMpOrtant: always check local building codes. this installation must comply with local regulations as well as the national electric code. WIrInG 10V AC 1. Before installing the blower, wire the receptacle into an 60Hz electrical circuit.
  • Page 26: 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 () spring hinge pins inward and lifting off. . Rotate the three (3) cam levers in the lower access area 90° clockwise. 3.
  • Page 27: Stone & Glass Placement

    stOne & Glass placeMent WDV Series Gas Fireplace stOne & Glass placeMent 1. For best results, place the stones first. . Place the stones randomly against the stone stop bracket, in front of and behind the burner. cautIOn: Do not allow stones to sit directly on burner or in flame. Figure 37 3.
  • Page 28: 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 for match lighting.
  • Page 29: Operating Instructions

    sIGnature cOMManD - OperatInG InstructIOns WDV Series Gas Fireplace OperatInG InstructIOns 1. stOp! Read the safety information above. . This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand. 3.
  • Page 30: Signature Command System Operation Instructions

    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 (LED/ NG/LP Buzzer) Conversion • ON/OFF/HI/Low Operation control Board To Command...
  • Page 31: System Configuration/Setup

    sIGnature cOMManD systeM OperatIOn InstructIOns WDV Series Gas Fireplace systeM cOnFIGuratIOn/setup System configuration/setup is done on the Command Center. Intermittent/standing pilot setup (Default intermittent) 1. Holding the ON button on the Command Center while turning on the master switch will toggle between standing pilot and intermittent pilot.
  • Page 32 WDV Series Gas Fireplace sIGnature cOMManD systeM OperatIOn InstructIOns cOMManD center FunctIOns/OperatIOn turning on the fireplace 1. Turn on the master switch and wait for a beep. . Press the ON button on the Command Center. Pilot will light and burner will come on High setting. pilot safety lockout Function 1.
  • Page 33: Remote Control Operation

    reMOte cOntrOl OperatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace reMOte transMItter OperatIOns °F General Figure 39 ▲ON ▲OFF The RFSC Remote Control has two () operating modes: Manual and Thermostatic. The control AUTO system can be set to a temperature range between 45° F and 90° F. The blower speed, light, LIGHT rear burner shut down and flame height can be adjusted in either the manual and thermostatic mode.
  • Page 34 reMOte cOntrOl OperatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace Flame height setting for thermostatic Mode Figure 43 1. Hold AUTO button for five (5) seconds and one number and flame icon will appear in LCD screen. . Use the ON / ▲ or OFF / ▼ button to set the desired flame height to 1 (min.)  (medium) or 3 (max.).
  • Page 35 reMOte cOntrOl OperatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace °F On/OFF aux control (Optional) Figure 47 1. Press AUX button once to turn ON. AUX shows on the LCD. . Press AUX button again to turn OFF. AUX icon disappears. FP149 Figure 47 - FP2149 AUX Display AUX display...
  • Page 36: Cleaning And Maintenance

    WDV Series Gas Fireplace cleanInG anD MaIntenance 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 37: 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 38: 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 39: Replacement Parts

    WDV Series Gas Fireplace FIreBOx cOMpOnents anD accessOrIes Item Description qty. WDV500 Bulb 78D0007 Bulb Socket 73D451 Glass Frame Assembly 78D007 780012 Junction Box Assembly (not shown) 6D18 DVW firebox parts Panel, Access, Door 78D0040 accessories / Field Installed Options...
  • Page 40: Signature Command System

    WDV Series Gas Fireplace replaceMent parts sIGnature cOMManD systeM 780012 DVW SG parts 6/09 78D0011...
  • Page 41 80D0009 Wire Command Ctr. (not shown) 80D0008 80D0008 Remote Transmitter (full function) RFSC RFSC AC Module SCSACM SCSACM Fuel conversion Kits - signature command system natural Gas to lp WDV500 Kit #KHL500CKPS lp to natural Gas WDV500 Kit #KHL500CKNS 78D0011...
  • Page 42: Vent Components

    replaceMent parts WDV Series Gas Fireplace Vent cOMpOnents 730024 KHLDV vent parts 78D0011...
  • Page 43 replaceMent parts 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 185 5DT-HC Horizontal Termination Cap Built-In Vinyl Siding Standoff, BHS8TK Heat Deflector, Firestop, 90°...
  • Page 44: Stones

    WDV Series Gas Fireplace replaceMent parts stOnes Item Description qty. WDV500 White Stone #1 78D01 Light Gray Stone # 78D013 Dark Gray Stone #3 78D014 Brown Stone #4 78D015 Sand Stone #5 78D016 Tan Stone #6 78D017 78D0011...
  • Page 45 WDV Series Gas Fireplace 78D0011...
  • Page 46: 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 47: Warranty

    WDV Series Gas Fireplace lIMIteD lIFetIMe Warranty pOlIcy lIFetIMe Warranty The following components are warranted for life to the original owner, subject to proof of purchase: Firebox, Com- bustion Chamber, Heat Exchanger, Grate and Stainless Steel Burners. FIVe year Warranty The following components are warranted five (5) years to the original owner, subject of proof of purchase: Ceramic Fiber Logs.
  • Page 48: Energuide Efficiency

    efficiency ratings Model enerGuide ratings Fireplace efficiency (%) WDV500NTSC WDV500PTSC Mhsc 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.mhsc.com...

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