Mendota SDV40 MEDALLION Installation & Operating Instructions Manual
Mendota SDV40 MEDALLION Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

Mendota SDV40 MEDALLION Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

Mendota medallion direct vent freestanding gas stove with hearthglo sealed combustion system

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FREESTANDING GAS STOVE
INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter when installed in the commonwealth of Massachusetts. Improper
installation, adjustment, alteration, service 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.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1.
OPEN WINDOWS.
2.
DON'T TOUCH ELECTRICAL SWITCHES.
3.
DO NOT USE ANY PHONE IN YOUR BUILDING
4.
EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN FLAME
5.
IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS SUPPLIER FROM A NEIGHBOR'S
PHONE.
6.
FOLLOW THE GAS SUPPLIERS INSTRUCTIONS.
7.
IF GAS SUPPLIER IS UNAVAILABLE, CALL YOUR FIRE DEPARTMENT.
WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MANY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY
DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR LOSS OF LIFE. INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER, SERVICE
AGENCY, OR THE GAS SUPPLIER.
IMPORTANT: THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO REMAIN WITH THE HOMEOWNER!
MENDOTA MEDALLION
DIRECT VENT
HEARTHGLO SEALED COMBUSTION SYSTEM
Model SDV40 NATURAL GAS OR LP GAS
WITH
NO. 0806
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS &
LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.
WARNING:
MENDOTA GAS FIREPLACE INSERTS ARE HEAT
PRODUCING APPLIANCES. DO NOT BURN WOOD, PAPER
OR OTHER MATERIALS IN THE INSERT. THE FIREPLACE
INSERT IS DESIGNED AS A SUPPLEMENTAL HEAT
SOURCE. IT SHOULD NOT BE USED AS A WHOLE HOUSE
HEATING SYSTEM.

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Linda and Walter L Taverna
February 11, 2025

Can I get a phone number so I can call you about my problem?

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Linda and Walter L Taverna
February 11, 2025

@Linda and Walter L Taverna

Linda and Walter L Taverna
February 11, 2025

I do not need the manual. I need someone to come out to fix my gas stove

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Mr. Anderson
February 12, 2025

You should contact a qualified Mendota-approved service technician. The stove must be installed and serviced by an authorized Mendota service person to maintain warranty coverage.

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Summary of Contents for Mendota SDV40 MEDALLION

  • Page 1 DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS & LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. IF YOU SMELL GAS: WARNING: MENDOTA GAS FIREPLACE INSERTS ARE HEAT OPEN WINDOWS. PRODUCING APPLIANCES. DO NOT BURN WOOD, PAPER DON'T TOUCH ELECTRICAL SWITCHES.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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 Freestanding Gas Stove has been tested and certified by Intertek Testing Services 8431 Murphy Drive, Middleton, WI 53562.
  • Page 3 Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the Stove. The Mendota Gas Stove is a powerful, efficient heating unit. It has been designed as a major source of supplemental heat. As with any mechanical appliance there can be component shut downs. It is advisable to have an alternate (back-up) heat supply.
  • Page 4: Gas Label Representation

    The Mendota Gas Stove has been tested and certified by Intertek Testing Services, 8431 Murphy Drive, Middleton, Wisconsin 53562 to ANSI1 Z21.11.1-1993 "Vented Room Heaters"; CAN 2.1-M89 "Vented Room Heaters"; CAN/CGA 1.17-M91 "Gas-Fired Appliances for use at high altitudes"; ANSI Z21.50-1996, CGA 2.22-M96 "Vented Gas Fireplaces;...
  • Page 5: Locating The Stove

    The Mendota Direct Vent Freestanding Stove is a true, high efficiency gas heater. With its heat input of 40,000 (35,000 L.P.) BTUH the Mendota Stove will heat a large area of your home if situated to maximize heat circulation. NOTE: The Stove is a major source of supplemental heat.
  • Page 6: Specifications & Clearances

    MENDOTA MEDALLION MENDOTA DIRECT VENT FREESTANDING GAS STOVE SPECIFICATIONS & CLEARANCES Figure 2: Specifications & Clearances...
  • Page 7: Installation Instructions - Blower Operation - Power Failure Operation

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS The Mendota Stoves must be installed in accordance with local codes, if any, if not, follow the current edition of ANSI.Z223.1 (US Installation) or CAN1-B149 (Canadian Installations). For mobile home installation, install per the manufactured home construction and safety standard, title 24 CFR, part #3280 (U.S.) or CAN/CSA Z240 MH (Canada).
  • Page 8 Figure 3: Exterior Vent Locations ∨ - ∧ - ≡ - Vent Terminal Air Supply Inlet Area where terminal is not permitted Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or *Not to be installed above a meter/regulator assembly balcony (*12 inches (30 cm) minimum) within 3 feet (90 cm) horizontally from the center-line of the regulator Clearance to window or door that may be opened...
  • Page 9: Flue Ventinginstructions

    FLUE VENTING INSTRUCTIONS The Mendota Stove must be vented using the Mendota/Dura-Vent venting system. All warranties will be voided and serious fire, health or other safety hazards may result from any of the following actions: Instal-lation of any damaged component; unauthorized modification of vent system; installation of stove and vent system by unauthorized personnel;...
  • Page 10: Venting Component Installation Sequence And Parts List

    VENTING COMPONENT INSTALLATION SEQUENCE AND PARTS LIST ITEM DESCRIPTION 6" RIGID VENT STACK (Black) 9" RIGID VENT STACK (Black) 12" RIGID VENT STACK PIPE (Galvanized)) 12" RIGID VENT STACK PIPE (Black) 24" RIGID VENT STACK PIPE (Galvanized) 24" RIGID VENT STACK PIPE (Black) 36"...
  • Page 11 FLUE VENTING REQUIREMENTS There are two basic types of venting system installations A. HORIZONTAL THROUGH THE WALL TERMINATION 1) Minimum rise 2) Elevated rise B. VERTICAL THROUGH THE ROOF TERMINATION 1) Through typical roof 2) Through existing chimney Figure 5: Minimum-Maximum Vent Requirements...
  • Page 12: Minimum Rise Through The Wall Venting

    IMPORTANT: REFER TO DRAWINGS ON PAGES 9 & 10 WHILE FOLLOWING THESE INSTRUCTIONS. The Medallion Stove must be installed by a qualified Mendota approved service person. 1. Position stove in desired location. See page 7 for guidelines on proper vent cap placement on the exterior of home.
  • Page 13: Elevated Through The Wall Venting

    IMPORTANT: REFER TO DRAWINGS ON PAGES 9 & 10 WHILE FOLLOWING THESE INSTRUCTIONS. The Medallion Stove must be installed by a qualified Mendota service person. 1. Position stove in desired location. See page 7 for guidelines on proper vent cap placement on exterior of home.
  • Page 14 IMPORTANT: REFER TO DRAWINGS ON PAGES 9 & 10 WHILE FOLLOWING THESE INSTRUCTIONS. The SDV40 Stove must be installed by a qualified Mendota approved service person. 1. Place the stove in its desired location. Drop a plum bob from the ceiling to the position of the stove flue exit.
  • Page 15: Cathedral Ceiling Installation

    8. Height "*H" of top of vent cap can be determined as follows: "H" DIMENSION ROOF PITCH FEET METERS FLAT to 6/12 7/12 to 9/12 10/12 to 12/12 13/12 to 16/12 17/12 to 21/12 9. Complete installation with storm collar and vent cap. CATHEDRAL CEILING INSTALLATION Follow installation procedures outlined in No.
  • Page 16: Gas Supply Requirements

    IMPORTANT: Always use Mendota approved direct vent kit parts and vertical chimney caps when installing the Mendota direct vent kits in class A and masonry chimneys. The vent kits are designed for exclusive use with Mendota Direct Vent Stoves GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS...
  • Page 17 CORRECT GAS PRESSURE AND PROPER GAS SUPPLY LINE SIZING ARE IMPERATIVE TO THE SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF YOUR MENDOTA GAS STOVE. BE SURE THE GAS SUPPLIER OR PLUMBER CAREFULLY CHECKS FOR CORRECT GAS PRESSURE AND GAS LINE SIZING WHEN INSTALLING THE STOVE.
  • Page 18: Gas Pressure Requirements

    GAS PRESSURE REQUIREMENTS A MAJOR CAUSE OF OPERATING PROBLEMS WITH GAS APPLIANCES CAN BE IMPROPER GAS PRESSURE! Such problems as changes in flame color or configuration, gas 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 19: Installation & Lighting Check Off List

    "twist-locked" and leak-proof. Horizontal or vertical vent cap must be installed "right-side-up" and tightly sealed to structure per instructions. Vent Caps must be Mendota approved Do not recess vent cap into the wall or siding. Proper exterior and interior clearances for vent systems and locations for wall vent cap/roof vent cap must be maintained (See pages 8-16).
  • Page 20: Lighting Instructions

    LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: Be sure all items on "LIGHTING CHECK OFF LIST" [Pg. 19] have been completed! CAUTION: If the pilot goes out, be sure to wait a minimum of five minutes before relighting - be sure to always remove the glass before relighting the pilot. 1.
  • Page 21 Log Fire View Figure 9: Log Module...
  • Page 22: Log Installation

    LOG INSTALLATION The burner is attached to a metal air plenum (See drawing below). The Burner/Air Plenum Assembly is designed to be placed in the stove firebox as a one piece unit. The log module for the Stove is a one piece unit for ease of installation and maximum flame ambiance.
  • Page 23 OPTIONAL REMOTE "ON-OFF" WALL SWITCH, REMOTE CONTROL OR THERMOSTAT INSTALLATION The Mendota Stove comes equipped with an "ON-OFF" Rocker Switch. This switch is located on the rear panel of the stove in the upper right corner. An optional "ON-OFF" wall switch, remote control or thermostat may be purchased to operate the unit.
  • Page 24: Trouble Shooting

    5. If flame is too "orange" or is causing sooting on viewing glass pull shutter knob (open) in small increments until sooting stops. NOTE: If sooting does not stop, turn off stove & call Mendota Service Person. 6. IMPORTANT: Try each new shutter setting approx. 2 hours before making additional changes.
  • Page 25: Customer Information And Trouble-Shooting

    Gas appliances must be tested and certified by a nationally recognized testing and certification laboratory to ANSI [American National Standards Institute] gas appliance safety standards. The Mendota Gas Fireplace Insert has been tested and certified by Intertek Testing Services. 8431 Murphy Drive, Middleton, Wisconsin 53562.
  • Page 26 GLASS DOOR ASSEMBLY ITEM QTY. PART DESCRIPTION NUMBER HA-32-00002 Door Frame Weldment 65-06-00459 Bay Glass HA-31-00050 Door Frame Front Glass Clip HA-31-00044 Door Frame Side Glass Clip HA-31-00072 Glass Gasket (top/bottom) HA-31-00073 Glass Gasket (side) 50-01-00017 Pop Rivet 1/8 x 1/4 Aluminum WARNING: Use only authorized parts and materials obtained from Johnson Gas Appliance when replacing defective or damaged glass.
  • Page 27: 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 28 HA-32-00040 This conversion must be made by a qualified service technician. 1. Install main burner orifice #65-14-00050 (#50 drill) see pg. 20 for location. Orifice is removed and installed with a ½” deep well socket and ratchet. 2. Install pilot orifice #05-04-00036 (.014”) see pg. 28 for location.
  • Page 29 VENT SYSTEM PARTS LISTS Mendota SDV-40 Direct Vent Freestanding Stove MENDOTA DURAVENT PART # DESCRIPTION PART # 45-01-00069 VERTICAL VENT CAP 45-01-00129 CAP, HORIZONTAL SQUARE HIGH WIND TERMINATION 45-01-00076 48" VENT STACK 45-01-00075 36" VENT STACK 45-01-00074 24" VENT STACK 45-01-00081 12"...
  • Page 30: Replacement Parts

    SDV-40 REPLACEMENT PARTS PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION 55-07-00014 Door Assy with Gold Trim Face 05-01-00157 Thermo-Disc (Snap Disc- Blower) 55-07-00012 Gold Plated Grill Rod (Each) 65-06-00459 Neo-Ceram Glass – Bay Shaped HA-31-00047 Door Gasket 35-01-00241 Log Module 24" 10-10-00104 On-Off Switch 35-01-00240...
  • Page 31 As a part of Mendota's on-going program of customer satisfaction, this Form verifies proper installation and operation. It is important as a reference for future service. It insures long life and trouble-free operation of Mendota fireplaces & stoves and qualifies the owner for Mendota's lifetime limited warranty. Owner should sign Form when completed.
  • Page 32 TAPE SHUT --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- POSTAGE NEEDED JOHNSON GAS APPLIANCE COMPANY 520 E AVENUE N.W. CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52405...
  • Page 33 NOTES NOTES...
  • Page 34 MENDOTA EXTENDED LIFETIME PROTECTION AND LIMITED WARRANTY MENDOTA MEDALLION SDV40 DIRECT VENT GAS STOVE...
  • Page 35: Warranty Registration

    Mendota is not responsible for any damage to or malfunction of the Stove unless caused by a defect in material or workmanship from normal home use. Damage caused by abuse, improper installation , installation by unqualified personnel or breech of conditions of this limited warranty will excuse Mendota from performance of any part of this limited warranty.
  • Page 36 Johnson Gas Appliance Company 520 E Avenue N.W. - Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 WEBSITE: www.johnsongas.com 0405 Part #85-03-00701...

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