Monessen Hearth ILDV20NV Installation And Operating Instructions Manual
Monessen Hearth ILDV20NV Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Monessen Hearth ILDV20NV Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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ILDV Series
Direct Vent
Gas Fireplace Insert

Installation and Operating Instructions

Models: ILDV20NV & ILDV20PV
ILDV30NV & ILDV30PV
WARNING
IF THE INFORMATION IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS 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 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 of gas indicated
on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for
use with other gases, unless a certified kit is used.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the
manufacturer.
READ BEFORE INSTALLING. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
D U E TO H I G H T E M P E R AT U R E S , T H E
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.
C L O T H I N G O R O T H E R F L A M M A B L E
MATERIAL SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON
OR NEAR THE APPLIANCE.
K E E P T H E R O O M A R E A C L E A R A N D
FREE FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS,
GASOLINE, AND OTHER FLAMMABLE
VAPORS AND LIQUIDS.
83D0511 12/08 Rev. 2

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  • Page 1: Installation And Operating Instructions

    ILDV Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Insert Installation and Operating Instructions Models: ILDV20NV & ILDV20PV ILDV30NV & ILDV30PV WARNING IF THE INFORMATION IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert CONTENTS Important Safety Information ......3 Checking Gas Pressure ......... 19 Product Features ..........5 Electrical Installation........20 Electrical Wiring .......... 20 Code Approval ..........5 Log Placement ..........21 Pre-Installation Information Installing Above 2000 Feet ......6 Surround Installation ........
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION INSTALLER OWNER Please leave these instructions with the appliance. Please retain these instructions for future reference. • Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this fireplace. • Any change to this fireplace or its controls can be dangerous. •...
  • Page 4 ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Continued from page 3 IMPORTANT: 10. Have venting system inspected annually by a quali- PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY fied service person. If needed, have venting system It is normal for fireplaces fabricated of steel to cleaned or repaired.
  • Page 5: Product Features

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert PRODUCT FEATURES CODE APPROVAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS • This appliance has been certified for use with either natural or pro- pane gas. Refer to the appropriate data plates. • This appliance is not for use with solid fuels. •...
  • Page 6: Pre-Installation Information

    Manifold Press: (W.C.) 3.5" Manifold Press: (W.C.) 10" Maximum Supply Pressure 10.5" Maximum Supply Pressure 13" Minimum Supply Pressure 4.5" Minimum Supply Pressure 11" Model Number ILDV20NV ILDV20PV ILDV30NV ILDV30PV Gas Type Natural Propane Natural Propane Max. BTU/hr Input 20,000 20,000...
  • Page 7: Insert Dimensions

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert INSERT DIMENSIONS ILDV20 ILDV30 " " " " " " 24" " " " " " " " Figure 2 " " ILDV Fireplace Insert Dimensions " 4" " " " " " 3" 83D0511...
  • Page 8: General Installation Information

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION The following factors should be taken into consideration: • This insert should have sufficient access for its safe operation and maintenance. • The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not be obstructed. • Minimum clearances to combustibles, such as mantels, must be maintained.
  • Page 9: Insert Clearances

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert CLEARANCES INSERT CLEARANCES No combustibles (ie: drapes, doors) may be within, or swing within 36" of the front of the insert. 12” (305 mm) Maximum Depth Side Wall 12” (305 mm) 3/4” (19 mm) Maximum Depth Combustible Facing 9”...
  • Page 10: Installation

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert INSTALLATION INSERT PLACEMENT • The insert must be placed within a code-conforming masonry fireplace or a tested and listed zero-clearance (UL-127, solid fuel) fireplace. Repair any fire- place damage prior to installation. • Because the insert uses a circulation blower, clean the fireplace, smoke shelf and chimney before installing.
  • Page 11: Zero-Clearance Fireplace Requirements

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert INSTALLATION ZERO-CLEARANCE (METAL) FIREPLACE REQUIREMENTS • The damper and grate must be removed. • The smoke shelf, internal baffles, screen, refractory and metal or glass doors may be removed (if applicable). • Installer must attach red warning plate to the inside of the firebox of fireplace with screws sup- plied.
  • Page 12: Vent Installation

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert VENT INSTALLATION 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.
  • Page 13: Vent Requirements

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert VENT INSTALLATION VENT REQUIREMENTS • Make sure the exhaust pipe on heater connects to exhaust portion of cap. Attach flex liners. Figure 6 • Do not crimp or rupture liner when bending it into chimney offsets. • The exhaust vent must reline the entire length of chimney and terminate above chimney top.
  • Page 14: Altitude Considerations

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert VENT INSTALLATION ALTITUDE CONSIDERATIONS This heater has been tested at altitudes ranging from sea level to 4,500 feet (1,370 m). In this testing, heater with standard orifice burns correctly with just an air shutter adjust- ment. If you need to resize orifice for use at high altitude, contact your dealer. Failure to adjust air shutter properly may lead to improper combustion which can create a safety hazard.
  • Page 15: Vent Configurations

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert VENT INSTALLATION VENT CONFIGURATIONS Termination Kits:AI31TK33A, HEDV32T812, HEDV32T1212, HEDVRT Exhaust Exhaust Inlet 3" (75 mm) Exhaust UL 1777 Gas Liner 3" (75 mm) Inlet Any cracks or damage inside chimney must The block-off plate be repaired (AI31AK33) must seal intake to the chimney space so that air is drawn down chimney...
  • Page 16: Manifold Removal And Installation

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert VENT INSTALLATION MANIFOLD REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION The manifold is shipped attached to insert. It may be removed to allow tight installation. 1. Remove glass door assembly following instructions on Page 29, Figure 34. 2. Lightly tap on flange of exhaust baffle assembly towards you until disengaged. Remove baffle, manifold and gasket from unit.
  • Page 17: Insert Installation

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert INSERT INSTALLATION CHECK GAS TYPE Use proper gas type for the insert you are installing. If you have conflicting gas type, do not install insert. See dealer where you purchased the insert for proper insert ac- cording to your gas type. INSTALL GAS PIPING TO INSERT LOCATION A qualified installer or service person must connect appliance to gas supply.
  • Page 18 ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert INSERT INSTALLATION A manual shut-off valve is factory installed Only persons licensed to work with gas upstream of the appliance. Union tee and piping may make the necessary gas con- plugged 1/8" NPT pressure tapping point nections to this appliance. should be installed upstream of the appli- ance.
  • Page 19: Checking Gas Pressure

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert CHECKING GAS PRESSURE 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply is different from the fireplace, STOP! Do not install the appliance. Contact your dealer immediately. 2.
  • Page 20: Electrical Installation

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL WIRING This insert will work without any electrical supply. Electricity is only needed to operate blower. Electrical connections should only be performed by a qualified, licensed electrician. Main power must be off when connecting to main electrical power supply or performing service.
  • Page 21: Log Placement

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert LOG PLACEMENT Before you begin - This unit is supplied with six (6) ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands. Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. After handling the logs, wash your hands gently with soap and water to remove any traces of fibers.
  • Page 22: Log Placement

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert LOG PLACEMENT Figure 17 Place Log #6 3. Align the two pin holes on Log #6 onto the burner. Figure 17 LG537 Log #6 Log #1 Figure 18 Place Log #1 4. Place log #1 by align- ing the holes to the burner pin.
  • Page 23 ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert LOG PLACEMENT Log #3 Figure 20 Place Log #3 6. ILDV20: Position log #3 so the bottom right end is resting behind log #2 and the left end is resting on the flat area on log #2. ILDV30: Position log #3 so that the bottom right end is resting on the pad on log #2 and the left...
  • Page 24: Surround Installation

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert SURROUND INSTALLATION INSTALL SURROUND 1. Remove glass door assembly. Page 29, Figure 34 2. Align cast or beveled surround holes with insert and attach with screws pro- vided. 3. Re-attach glass door assembly. 4. Attach filigree to face by gently pushing into place. Insert Facing Figure 23...
  • Page 25: Operating Instructions

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert 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 a pilot which must be lit with built-in piezo ignitor while following these instructions exactly.
  • Page 26: Lighting Pilot

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LIGHTING PILOT FOR THE FIRST TIME APPROVED LEAK TESTING METHOD If using a soap and water You may check for gas leaks with the following methods only: solution to test for leaks, • Soap and water solution DO NOT spray solution onto control body.
  • Page 27: Lighting Burner

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LIGHTING BURNER MAIN BURNER SWITCH The “ON/OFF” switch for the main burner can be found on the right side of insert surround. This switch allows you to turn on and to turn off the main burner without using the gas valve knob. Make sure the button is in the “ON”...
  • Page 28: Air Shutter Adjustment

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert AIR SHUTTER ADJUSTMENT (NATURAL GAS ONLY) ADJUST THE AIR SHUTTER The venturi of the burner is equipped with an air shutter. The opening of the venturi has been set at 1/4" for Natural Gas and fully open for Propane installation at sea level. The burner on Natural Gas models may be adjusted for high altitude as follows: •...
  • Page 29: Glass Replacement

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert GLASS FRAME REMOVAL Make sure the glass panel edges donot Always use gloves when handling broken touch any metal parts during thermal glass. expansion. GLASS FRAME REMOVAL 1. Carefully remove upper filigree by pulling straight out. 2. Remove glass frame from insert by releasing two latches on top of insert and lifting the door up and off the unit.
  • Page 30: Blower Removal And Assembly

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert BLOWER REMOVAL and ASSEMBLY BLOWER REPLACEMENT Turn off the unit and allow to cool completely. Turn off gas at shut-off and discon- nect all electricity to unit. 1. Remove the decorative filigree by gently pulling it out. 2.
  • Page 31: Blower Parts

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert BLOWER REMOVAL and ASSEMBLY BLOWER PARTS LIST: Description Qty. ILDV20 ILDV30 Blower 53D2162 56D2195 Parts not shown Disc Bracket 39D0098 39D0098 Blower Snap Disc 26D2870 26D2870 Speed Control 26D0746 26D0746 Wire Assembly 34" 83D0521 83D0521 Wire Assembly 16" 83D0522 83D0522 Label all wires prior to disconnection...
  • Page 32: Cleaning And Maintenance

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert CLEANING and MAINTENANCE Make sure the gas valve knob is in the “OFF” position. Wait at least five (5) minutes before start-ing maintenance. VENTING SYSTEM A qualified agency should examine the venting system annually. CLEANING GLASS Clean the ceramic glass periodically. Condensation will sometimes form on the glass during a cold startup.
  • Page 33: Firebox Cleaning

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert CLEANING and MAINTENANCE FIREBOX CLEANING • Allow logs to cool completely before cleaning. Logs reach high tempera- tures. • Make sure clearances to combustibles leave enough room for maintenance and service. • Carefully reassemble and reseal insert properly after any cleaning or servic- ing.
  • Page 34: Yearly Service Procedure

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert MAINTENANCE YEARLY SERVICE PROCEDURE Failure to inspect and maintain heater may lead to improper combustion and a potentially dangerous situation. A qualified technician should do the following once a year. 1. Check pilot flame. Flame should touch approximately 3/8" of the top of thermopile and touch top of thermocouple.
  • Page 35: Replacement Parts Lists

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert REPLACEMENT PARTS 12/13 83D0511...
  • Page 36 ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert REPLACEMENT PARTS ILDV20NV ILDV20PV ILDV30NV ILDV30PV Item Description Qty. Natural Propane Natural Propane Log #1 83D2026 83D2026 83D1047 83D1047 Log #2 83D2027 83D2027 83D1049 83D1049 Log #3 83D2028 83D2028 83D1045 83D1045 Log #4 83D2029 83D2029 83D1048 83D1048...
  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert TROUBLESHOOTING Turn appliance OFF and allow to cool before servicing. Only a qualified ser- vice person should service and repair the heater. NOTE: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. REMEDY OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE 1.
  • Page 38 ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert NOTES 83D0511...
  • Page 39: Warranty

    ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY POLICY LIFETIME WARRANTY The following components are warranted for life to the original owner, subject to proof of purchase: Firebox, Combustion 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: Ce- ramic Fiber Logs.
  • Page 40 ILDV30/ILDV20 Fireplace Insert Efficiency Ratings Model EnerGuide Ratings Steady State (%) D.O.E. Fireplace Efficiency (%) Fan-OFF Fan-ON (AFUE%) ILDV20NV 67.5 73.5 74.5 66.4 ILDV20PV 73.9 79.8 80.8 74.6 ILDV30NV 71.9 76.5 77.5 65.9 ILDV30PV 83.7 88.6 89.6 68.5 MHSC 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.mhsc.com...

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