Mendota X-62 Installation And Operating Istructions
Mendota X-62 Installation And Operating Istructions

Mendota X-62 Installation And Operating Istructions

Flexfire gas log insert

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X-62 FlexFire Gas Log Insert
as Log Insert
IInstallation and Operating Instructions
WARNING: If the information in
this manual 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 electrical switches; do not
use any phone in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow your gas
suppliers instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call your local fire department.
- Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
# FF 0109
AVERTISSEMENT : Assurez-vous de
bien suivre les instructions donné dans
cette notice pour réduire au minimum
le risque d'incendie ou d'explosion ou
pour éviter tout dommage matéeriel,
toute blessure ou la mort.
- Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d'essence ni d'autre
vaperurs ou liquides inflammables à proximité 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 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 dos incendies.
- L'installation et l´entretein doivent être assurés par
un installateur ou un service d´entretein qualifié ou
par le fournisseur de gaz.
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  • Page 1 X-62 FlexFire Gas Log Insert as Log Insert IInstallation and Operating Instructions # FF 0109 AVERTISSEMENT : Assurez-vous de WARNING: If the information in bien suivre les instructions donné dans this manual is not followed exactly, a cette notice pour réduire au minimum fire or explosion may result causing le risque d’incendie ou d’explosion ou...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INTERTEK TESTED TO AGA/ANSI STANDARD - Z21.60-2003 & CAN/CGA 2.26-M03, &CGA CR93-0004 This appliance may be used with A.G.A. approved flexible gas lines and shut off valves if permitted by local codes. The X-62 Gas Log Insert has been tested and certified by: Intertek...
  • Page 3 National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or the CSA B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code. DO NOT use the X-62 if any part of it has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance. Any parts of the control system and any of the gas controls that have been under water should be replaced.
  • Page 4: Reference Diagrams

    Reference Diagrams "A " 3 0 .5 " "B " 2 4 " F IG U R E 2 F A C E P L A T E / S U R R O U N D S IZ E S 2 0 "...
  • Page 5: Installation Requirements

    The fireplace must be approved for burning solid fuel. It cannot be installed in a bathroom, or in any room where sleeping accommodations are provided. FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS The X-62 must be installed in a fireplace with dimensions equaling or exceeding each of those listed in the chart below. (See Fig. 1.) MINIMUM FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS...
  • Page 6: Gas Supply Requirements

    (stove, dryer, furnace, etc.). If the capacity of the regulator is not sufficient for the addition of the X-62, a second ―inches to inches‖ regulator must be installed. EXCEPTION: Some codes allow 2 PSI [1.4 KPA] gas supplies to enter the residence, in which case ―pounds to inches‖ regulators are used.
  • Page 7: Installation Instructions

    NOTE: The X-62 Gas Log Insert must be installed only by a qualified technician. 1. Check to be sure that the fireplace into which the X-62 is to be installed meets ALL of the installation requirements listed on page 5, that is: a.
  • Page 8 IF THE X-62 IS TO BE OPERATED ON NATURAL GAS, PROCEED TO STEP #8. 7. The X-62 can operate on either Natural Gas or L.P. Gas. It arrives from the factory set up for operation on Natural Gas. If the appliance is to be operated on L.P. Gas, a qualified technician must convert the gas valve and the pilot from Natural Gas to L.P.
  • Page 9 Extension cords are not allowed. 13. Slide the X-62 into the fireplace, and check to see that it is level and plumb with the fireplace opening. If not, the appliance should be squared to the opening by placing metal shims, metal washers, brick, or other non- combustible materials beneath it.
  • Page 10 NOTE: If sooting persists, turn off the appliance, and call your Mendota dealer. 19. Install the Faceplate / Surround, Screen, and other facings and trims according to the instructions included with them.
  • Page 11 Figure 9 (continued) Place rear log #1 on the grate with its left end against the feft firebox wall (or against the optional firebrick panel, if used). The right end should rest on top of the grate bar, as shown. Make sure that the log is tight against the back of the firebox.
  • Page 12 Insert the pin of log # 6 into the locating hole of log # 7. Position pinned log # 6 so that its left end is in contact with the right end of log # 2. Log # 3 rests on log #2, with its right end against the grate bar, as shown in the circled area. Log # 5 rests in the notches on the tops of logs # 6 and # 1.
  • Page 13: Operating Instructions

    LIGHTING 1. Grab the damper of the X-62 with the damper hook. Pull the damper forward until it slides over the latch at the front of the unit (see Fig. 11). NOTE: The appliance will not light unless the damper is pulled all the way forward—the pilot will spark for 60 seconds and then will shut off.
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    Disturbing the flames can lead to sooting. In warm weather, or whenever a log fire is desired but warmth is not, the flame of the X-62 can be reduced to approximately 33,600 BTUH by pressing the ―LOW‖ button on the remote (to turn down the flame), and by turning the rheostat knob on the front of the unit counterclockwise to the ―OFF‖...
  • Page 15: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE OF THE X-62 GAS LOG INSERT IS REQUIRED ANNUALLY. We recommend that the following procedures be performed every year by your Mendota dealer: 1. Inspect and clean the control valve and burner: Check the condition of the wiring for melting or damage from rodents.
  • Page 16: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS X-62 GAS LOG INSERT WARNING: Use only authorized parts and materials obtained from Johnson Gas Appliance when replacing any defective or damaged parts. DO NOT substitute parts and materials obtained from other manufacturers. PART NUMBER ITEM 35-01-00486 LOG SET...
  • Page 17: Optional Brick Panel Installation Instructions

    Remove the fire screen of the X-62 Gas Log Insert. See the Owner’s Manual for instructions. Also remove the grate and the logs, if they were installed previously. Remove the four screws (ITEM 5) that are located in the top of the firebox of the X-62. Set them aside for later. See FIGURE 1.
  • Page 18 NOTES:...
  • Page 19: Warranty Registration

    It is important as a reference for future service, it insures long life and trouble-free operation of the Mendota product, and it qualifies the owner for Mendota’s warranty. The owner should sign this Form when it is completed, and mail a copy, along with the Warranty Registration, to Mendota.
  • Page 21: Warranty

    Mendota is not responsible for any damage to or malfunction of the Insert unless caused by a defect in material or workmanship from normal home use. Damage caused by abuse, improper installation or operation, installation by unqualified personnel or breach of the conditions of this limited warranty will excuse Mendota from performance of any part of the limited warranty.
  • Page 22 Johnson Gas Appliance Company 520 E Avenue N.W. - Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 Mendota Hearth Division 85-03-00738-C...

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