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Mendota DXV-45 DT4 Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

Mendota DXV-45 DT4 Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

Gas direct vent fireplace with premium fiber log set combustion system
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INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property dam-
age, 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
Open windows.
Do not touch electrical switches.
Do not try to light any appliance.
Extinguish any open flame.
Do not use the 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 suppli-
er.
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.
GAS DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE
with Premium Fiber Log Set Combustion System
Model DXV-45 DT4
NO. DXV45-DT4-0814
AVERTISSEMENT : Assurez-vous de bien
instructions donné dans cette notice pour réduire au minimum le
risque d'incendie ou pour éviter tout dommage matéeriel, toute
blessure ou la mort.
Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d'essence ni d'autres va-
perurs ou liquides 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 batiment où vous
vous trouvez.
Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de gaz de-
puis un voisin. Suivez les instructions du fournisseur.
Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de gaz, ap-
pelez le service dos incendies.
L'installation et service doit être exécuté par un
fié installer, agence de service ou le fournisseur de
gaz.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
INSTALLATEUR : Laissez cette notice avec l'appareil.
CONSOMMATEUR : Conservez cette notice pour consultation
ultérieure.
suivre les
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  • Page 1 GAS DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE with Premium Fiber Log Set Combustion System Model DXV-45 DT4 INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NO. DXV45-DT4-0814 AVERTISSEMENT : Assurez-vous de bien suivre les WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed instructions donné dans cette notice pour réduire au minimum le exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property dam- risque d’incendie ou pour éviter tout dommage matéeriel, toute...
  • Page 2 WARNING Cet appareil peut être installé dans un maison Mendota gas fireplaces are heat producing applianc- préfabriquée (mobile) déjà installée à demeure si les es. Do not burn wood, paper or other materials in this règlements locaux le permettent.
  • Page 3 Children and adults should be ALERTED to the hazards of high surface temperature and should STAY AWAY to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Les enfants et les adultes devraient être informés des dangers que posent les températures de surface élevées et se tenir à distance afin d’éviter des brûlures ou que leurs vêtements ne s’enflamment. Young children should be CAREFULLY SUPERVISED when they are in the same room as the appliance.

  • Page 4: Dxv45 Dt4 Features - Quick Reference Information

    DXV45 DT4 FEATURES - QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS: 40-3/8” Wide X 39” High X 19-1/8” Deep MINIMUM FRAMING DIMENSIONS: 41” WIDE x 38-1/8” HIGH X 20” DEEP GLASS SIZE: NeoCeram Glass with non-reflective coating. Visible Glass measures 707.5 in .

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TROUBLESHOOTING MENDOTA GAS DXV FIREPLACE CUSTOMER INFORMATION AND TROUBLE-SHOOTING MAINTENANCE WIRING SCHEMATICS NATURAL TO LP GAS CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS LP GAS PRESSURE REQUIREMENTS REPLACEMENT PARTS LISTING LABEL REPRESENTATION MENDOTA WARRANTY QUALIFICATION & SERVICE REFERENCE FORM MENDOTA EXTENDED PROTECTION AND LIMITED WARRANTY...

  • 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. Tout écran ou protecteur retiré...
  • Page 9 Use only authorized parts and materials obtained from Johnson Gas Appliance Company when replacing defective or damaged glass. DO NOT USE abrasive cleaners on the glass door assembly. DO NOT ATTEMPT to clean the glass door when it is hot. Turn off the gas before servicing this appliance.

  • Page 10: 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 11: Locating The Fireplace And General Information

    HEARTH PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS: A non-combustible hearth protector is required and must extend a minimum of 14" in front of the fireplace (see Figure 1 on pg. 4 for raised hearths). We suggest installing the Mendota Fireplace 6 to 12 inches above the floor by utilizing an elevated hearth.

  • Page 12: Dxv-45 Gas Direct Vent Fireplace

    DIRECT VENT COAXIAL PIPE SIZE: 5" I.D. X 8" O.D. 51 7/16 51 7/16 FIGURE 1: Specifications & Clearances HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION INFORMATION: Prior to installing at altitudes higher than 7500, please con- tact the Mendota technical service department for specific venting requirements and venting restrictions.

  • Page 13: Installation Instructions

    The Mendota DXV Fireplace is approved for mobile home and bedroom installations. CAUTION: The Mendota DXV Fireplace may be installed in a manufactured (mobile) homes after the first sale of the home. Manufactured home (mobile home) installation must conform with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safe- ty Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, or, when such a standard is not applicable, the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations, ANSI A225.1/NFPA 501A, or CSA Z240.4-Gas Equipped Mobile Housing.

  • Page 14: 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 15: 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 16: Exterior Vent Locations And Restrictions

    EXTERIOR VENT LOCATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS Figure 3: Exterior Vent Locations NOTE: ALL MEASUREMENTS TO BE TAKEN FROM CENTER LINE OF VENT CAP  -  -  - Vent Terminal Air Supply Inlet Area where terminal is not permitted Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, *Not to be installed above a meter/regulator as- deck, or balcony (*12 inches (30 cm) mini- sembly within 3 feet (90 cm) horizontally from...

  • Page 17: Flue Venting Instructions

    FLUE VENTING INSTRUCTIONS The Mendota Fireplace must be vented using DuraVent or Amerivent or Security venting system. All warranties will be voided and serious fire, health or other safety hazards may result from any of the following actions: Installation by unau- thorized personnel;...

  • Page 18: Flue Venting Requirements For Ng And Lpg

    USED, after the first 90 elbow, reduces the maximum horizontal distance by 1-1/2’. HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION INFORMATION: Prior to installing at altitudes higher than 7500, please con- tact the Mendota technical service department for specific venting requirements and venting restrictions.
  • Page 19 5"/ 8"FLUE VENTING COMPONENTS FOR NG AND LPG ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 45-01-00222 12" VENT STACK 5" / 8" 45-01-00223 24" VENT STACK 5" / 8" 45-01-00224 36" VENT STACK 5" / 8" 45-01-00225 48" VENT STACK 5" / 8" º...
  • Page 20 Adjustable– telescoping – pipe sections must be sealed using 1000° MILLPAK SILICATE STOVE MASONRY SEALANT (part #65-06-00909). HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION INFORMATION: Prior to installing at altitudes higher than 7500, please con- tact the Mendota technical service department for specific venting requirements and venting restrictions.
  • Page 21 A-1 MINIMUM RISE THROUGH-THE-WALL VENTING FOR NG AND LPG HEAT SHIELD #AA-11-00458 HEAT SHIELD AA-11-00458 WARNING: ALWAYS USE HEAT SHIELD (#AA-11-00458) WHEN EXTERIOR WALL COVERING IS MADE OF VINYL, WOOD OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. HEAT SHIELD (#AA-11-00458) IS INCLUDED WITH THE DXV45 FIREPLACE.
  • Page 22 A-2 ELEVATED RISE THROUGH-THE-WALL VENTING FOR NG AND LPG The minimum vertical rise from top of fireplace is 48 in. when used with the maximum horizontal run of 16 ft. For other venting configurations within these maximum limits see pg. 17. NOTE: All horizontal runs of vent pipes must have a ¼"...
  • Page 23 VERTICAL THROUGH-THE-ROOF VENTING FOR NG AND LPG B - 1 The maximum vertical run of vent pipe is 36 ft. from the top of the fireplace. The fireplace will support a run of a maximum of 36 ft. Maintain 1" air space clearances on all sides of vents (2" above horizontal vents). IMPORTANT: REFER TO DRAWING ON PAGE 10 &...
  • Page 24 13/12 to 16/12 17/12 to 21/12 Complete installation with storm collar and vent cap. HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION INFORMATION: Prior to installing at altitudes higher than 7500, please con- tact the Mendota technical service department for specific venting requirements and venting restrictions. 1"...

  • Page 25: Mendota Designer Fronts Installation Information

    MENDOTA DESIGNER FRONTS INSTALLATION INFORMATION The following Designer Fronts are available for the DXV-45 Fireplace: 1. Andover Arched Door Kit with Firescreen with optional Overlays as listed below: 2. Black Andover Overlay 3. Pewter Andover Overlay 4. Antique Copper Andover Overlay 5.
  • Page 26 Faceplate with non-combustible materials such as Tile, Mar- ble, Slate, Stone and Brick; as long as enough room is al- lowed 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...

  • Page 27: 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.

  • Page 28: Glass Frame Assembly Repair And Replacement

    GLASS FRAME ASSEMBLY REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT WARNING WARNING DO NOT substitute other manufac- Use only authorized parts and Do not operate this appliance turer's materials or components. materials obtained from Johnson DO NOT operate unit with cracked, with the glass removed, Gas Appliance Company when broken or missing glass.

  • Page 29: Dxv45 Coal Bed And Logs Installation

    DXV45 COAL BED AND LOGS INSTALLATION 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. Lay out the log pieces on a soft flat surface and arrange them according to the diagram, below, to aid you in through the installation process.
  • Page 30 DXV45-DT3 LOG SET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 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 31 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 32 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 33 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 34 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 35 Have the 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 con- forms to Mendota’s venting requirements, which are listed in this Installation and Operations Manual.

  • Page 36: Installation Check Off List

    Keep a record of these Check OFF guidelines for fu- ture reference. Mendota may request a certified copy of these Check OFF lists to verify compliance to these printed guide- lines.

  • Page 37: Before You Begin

    If the “Standing Pilot Switch” is toggled to ON, the pilot light will ignite and remain ON as long as the “Standing Pilot Light Switch” is in the ON position. NOTE: Mendota Fireplaces recommends that the Standing Pilot Mode be used during the winter months when external temperatures fall below 50 F.

  • Page 38: First Time" Lighting Instructions

    “FIRST TIME” 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 39: Thermostat Or Remote Control Operation

    THERMOSTAT OR REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION The Fireplace may be connected to a wall thermostat, a remote control or a wall switch. The thermostat should be placed in the same room as the fireplace, approx. 4-5 ft. off the floor (out of reach of children). DO NOT place thermostat within 8 feet of this fireplace or on an outside wall.

  • Page 40: 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 41: Troubleshooting Mendota Gas Dxv Fireplace

    1/16" increments until sooting stops. IF SOOTING DOES NOT STOP, TURN OFF UNIT AND CALL YOUR MENDOTA SERVICE PERSON. The front coal bed burner is pre-set at 1/8" open. Normally, no adjustment is required. For LPG applications, a slightly larger (greater than 1/8”...

  • Page 42: Customer Information And Trouble-Shooting

    If sooting con- tinues, the unit must be immediately turned off and the local Mendota dealer promptly informed. Mendota dealers will correct "sooting"...

  • Page 43: Maintenance

    “S’assurer que l’appareil fonctionne adéquatement une fois l’entretien terminé. The following procedures must be performed each year by a Mendota approved service person. NOTE: Any adjust- ments to burner, pilot or logs must be done by a qualified Mendota service person.

  • Page 44: Wiring Schematics

    WIRING SCHEMATICS Note: The DXV45 DT4 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 MAIN BURNERS ON/OFF PILOT LIGHT SWITCH ON/OFF SWITCH CONNECT WALL THERMOSTAT TO THESE TWO CONNECTORS.

  • Page 45: Natural To Lp Gas Conversion Instructions

    NATURAL TO LP GAS CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS Kit # HA-42-00225 Mendota Model DXV45-2011 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, per- sonal injury or loss of life.
  • Page 46 5. Using a ½” deep well socket wrench, remove Front and Rear Orifices. HINT: PACK SOME SOFT PAPER OR INSWOOL INSIDE DEEP WELL SOCKET TO STOP CAP ORIFICE FROM SLIDING TOO FAR INTO THE SOCKET. 6. Thread a new 3/64” drilled orifice to the Front Orifice mounting brass fitting and new #53 drilled orifice to the Rear Ori- fice mounting brass fitting.
  • Page 47 Before reinstalling burners, loosen the screw that secures the rotary air shutter on the Front Burner. Rotate the air shutter open to ¼” minimum. 10. Install both rear and front burners in their original locations and positions and secure down using screws you removed earlier.

  • Page 48: Installing The Lp Pressure Regulator

    INSTALLING THE LP PRESSURE REGULATOR WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically ap- proved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury.” AVERTISSEMENT. Risque de dommages ou de blessures si les pièces ne sont pas installées conformément à...

  • Page 49: Lp Gas Pressure Requirements

    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 conduct a leak test and verify that all connections and supply lines are leak proof.

  • Page 50: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS MENDOTA DXV-45 DT4 FIREPLACE PART NO DESCRIPTION PART NO DESCRIPTION 65-02-00103 GLASS GASKET 05-04-00050 PILOT ASS'Y. NAT. 05-04-00052 LP PILOT ORIFICE 65-06-00658 GLASS - FLAT DOOR FRAME ASS'Y. – FLAT HA-42-00210 HA-42-00225 LP KIT 65-14-00038 REAR ORIFICE (Nat. Gas) # 38...

  • Page 51: Listing Label Representation

    LISTING LABEL REPRESENTATION...

  • Page 52: Mendota Warranty Qualification & Service Reference Form

    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 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.
  • Page 53 TAPE SHUT -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- POSTAGE NEEDED JOHNSON GAS APPLIANCE COMPANY 520 E AVENUE N.W. CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52405...

  • Page 54: Mendota Extended Protection And Limited Warranty

    Fireplace. All adjustments to logs, coals or burner must be made by an authorized Mendota person. Any alteration, willful abuse, accident or misuse of the product shall nullify this warranty.
  • Page 55 Johnson Gas Appliance Company 520 E Avenue N.W. - Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 Mendota Hearth Division www.johnsongas.com or www.mendotahearth.com 85-03-00934...

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