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85-03-01107-H FV34 DECOR
Installation and Operating Instructions
MODEL NO. FV34 DECOR FULLVIEW DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE HEATER
AA-11-03017
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.
AVERTISSEMENT. Assurez-vous de bien suivre les
instructions données dans cette notice pour réduire au
minimum le risque d'incendie ou d'explosion ou pour
éviter tout dommage matériel, toute blessure ou la mort.
- 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.
Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d'essence ni d'autres vapeurs
ou liquids 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 bâtiment où 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 des incendies.
- L'installation et l'entretien doivent être assurés par un
installateur ou un service d'entretien qualifié ou par le
fournisseur de gaz.
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 gasses, unless a
certified kit is used.
Cet appareil peut être installé dans une maison
préfabriquée (É.-U. seulement) ou mobile déjà installée à
demeure si les règlements locaux le permettent.
Cet appareil doit être utilisé uniquement avec les types de
gaz indiqués sur la plaque signalétique. Une trousse de
conversion est fournie avec cet appareil.
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from
the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance
and must be installed.
Une barrière conçue pour réduire le risque de brûlures
du verre chaud est fournie avec cet appareil et doit être
installée.
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Mendota FV34 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMendota
ModelFV34
CategoryIndoor Fireplace
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1 READ ME FIRST

1.1 CAUTION STATEMENTS TO PARENTS OF YOUNG CHILDREN

Safety advice for child supervision near the fireplace.

1.2 INITIAL FIRING AND CURING PROCEDURE

Procedure for initial heat curing to burn off materials.

1.3 HOT SURFACES ARE NORMAL

Information about normal high surface temperatures.

1.4 PERIODIC AND ANNUAL CLEANING ARE REQUIRED

Requirements for regular cleaning and maintenance.

2 GENERAL INFORMATION

2.1 SAFETY AND WARNING INFORMATION

General safety and warning guidelines for installation.

2.1.1 Building Permit & Inspection Requirements

Requirements for permits and inspections.

2.1.2 Other Cautions

Additional safety cautions and code compliance.

2.2 SAFETY WARNINGS

Specific safety warnings related to product use and installation.

3 TECHNICAL REFERENCES

3.1 GENERAL TECHNICAL REFERENCES

General technical information for installation.

3.1.1 Mendota Fireplace Curing Instructions

Step-by-step instructions for fireplace curing.

3.2 MECHANICAL TECHNICAL REFERENCES

Technical details for mechanical aspects of installation.

3.2.1 Planning the installation

Planning steps before starting fireplace installation.

3.2.2 Suitable Mantel, Facing & Hearth Pad Materials

3.2.2.1 R-Values of Common Finishing Materials

R-values for common finishing materials.

3.2.2.2 Smooth Wall

Recommended methods for creating a smooth wall finish.

3.2.2.3 Ceramic or Porcelain Tile

Guidelines for using ceramic or porcelain tiles as facing.

3.2.2.4 Marble, Granite and Natural Stones

Cautions for using natural stone materials.

3.2.3 FRAMING DEPTH and FINISHING GUIDES

3.2.4 GRACE/WILLOWBROOK/MISSION FRONT GUIDE OPTIONS

Options for decorative front guide kits.

3.2.5 Recommendations for Television Installation

Recommendations for installing televisions above the fireplace.

3.2.5.1 Recommendation 1: Add a mantel

3.2.5.2 Recommendation 2: Create a recessed cavity

Second recommendation for TV installation: creating a recessed cavity.

3.2.5.3 Recommendation 3: Install a heat transfer system

Third recommendation for TV installation: using a heat transfer system.

3.2.5.3.1 Mendota Cool Wall

Details on the Mendota Cool Wall system.

3.2.5.3.2 Versiheat

Details on the Versiheat system.

3.2.6 Venting

3.2.6.1 COMPONENT "TWIST-LOCK" CONNECTION PROCEDURE

Procedure for connecting vent components using twist-lock.

3.2.6.2 Wall Heat Shield for Horizontal Vent Caps

Information on using wall heat shields for vent caps.

3.2.6.3 Flue Venting Components Identification Diagrams

Identification of flue venting components.

3.2.6.4 Approved Vent Systems

Diagrams and approval status of various vent systems.

3.2.6.5 Exterior Vent Locations and Restrictions

3.2.6.6 Side by Side installation of two Vent Caps

Requirements for installing two vent caps side-by-side.

3.3 ELECTRICAL TECHNICAL REFERENCES

3.3.1 AC Power Requirements

Requirements for AC power supply.

3.3.1.1 Planning for AC Power Connection

Planning steps for connecting AC power.

3.3.1.2 AC Power Connection

Steps for making the AC power connection.

3.3.2 Backup DC Power Inlet Port Installation

Installation procedure for backup DC power inlet port.

3.3.3 PF2 Ignition System Diagram

3.4 PLUMBING TECHNICAL REFERENCES

3.4.1 Gas Supply Requirements

Requirements for gas supply.

3.4.2 Gas Supply Line Sizing

Guidelines for sizing the gas supply line.

3.4.3 Gas Pressure Requirements and Checking

Requirements and checks for gas pressure.

3.4.4 Drip Leg Recommended

Recommendation for installing a drip leg/sediment trap.

3.4.5 Manual Gas Shutoff Valve Requirement

3.4.6 Factory Installed Manual Gas Shutoff Valve

Operation of the factory-installed manual gas shutoff valve.

3.4.7 Gas Inlet Fittings Information

Information on gas inlet fittings.

3.4.8 Gas Input Rate Verification

Procedure for verifying gas input rates.

3.4.8.1 Natural Gas Input Rate Verification

Steps to verify natural gas input rate.

3.4.8.2 LPG Input Rate Verification

3.4.9 High Altitude De-Rating

Information on de-rating the appliance for high altitudes.

4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

4.1 INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

Checklist of all steps required for installation.

4.2 UNPACKING THE FIREPLACE

Step-by-step guide for unpacking the fireplace.

4.3 CONTENTS OF THE MANUAL PACKET

List of items included in the manual packet.

4.4 WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED WITH THIS APPLIANCE?

Information on items not included with the appliance.

4.5 UNBOLTING FIREPLACE FROM PALLET

4.6 BENDING UP THE SHIPPING CLIPS

Instructions for bending or removing shipping clips.

4.7 TO REMOVE DOOR

Procedure for removing the fireplace door.

4.8 TO REPLACE DOOR

Procedure for replacing the fireplace door.

4.9 LIGHT BULB AND LIGHT LENS INSTALLATION

Instructions for installing the accent light bulb and lens.

4.10 NATURAL GAS TO LPG CONVERSION

4.10.1 General Conversion Information

General information related to gas conversion.

4.10.1.1 Orifice sizes requirement

Requirements for orifice sizes during gas conversion.

4.10.1.2 Procedure to Convert This Fireplace to Burn LPG

Detailed procedure for converting the fireplace to burn LPG.

4.10.2 Pressure Regulator Conversion

Steps for converting the pressure regulator.

4.10.3 Reinstalling Burner

4.10.4 Reinstalling Burner Airbox

Instructions for reinstalling the burner airbox.

4.10.5 Burner Ignition Characteristics

Information on burner ignition characteristics.

4.10.6 Pilot Flame and Burner Relationship Verification

Verification of pilot flame and burner relationship.

4.11 VENTING

4.11.1 Required Clearances to Vent Pipes

Clearances needed for vent pipes.

4.11.2 Wall Thimble Information

Information regarding wall thimbles.

4.11.3 FV34 DECOR Master Flue Venting Chart

Chart detailing flue venting requirements and limits.

4.11.4 High Altitude Installation Information

Information for installations at high altitudes.

4.11.5 Maximum Horizontal Run

4.11.6 Maximum Vent System Length

Guidelines for maximum vent system length.

4.11.7 How to Calculate the Vent Lengths

Method for calculating vent lengths.

4.11.8 Using 90° Elbows

Guidelines for using 90-degree elbows in venting.

4.11.9 Using 90° Elbows with Starter Vertical Section Less Than 5 Feet

Rules for using 90-degree elbows with short starter sections.

4.11.10 Using 45-Degree Elbows

4.11.11 MINIMUM (18”) RISE HORIZONTAL TERMINATION

Requirements for minimum 18-inch rise horizontal termination.

4.11.12 VERTICAL RISE with HORIZONTAL TERMINATION

Requirements for vertical rise with horizontal termination.

4.11.13 VERTICAL THROUGH-THE ROOF VENTING

Instructions for vertical through-the-roof venting.

4.11.14 VERTICAL THROUGH-THE-ROOF VENTING USING FOUR 90° ELBOWS

Specifics on using four 90-degree elbows for vertical venting.

4.11.15 Vent Damper Adjustments

4.12 LOG SET/ MEDIA INSTALLATION

4.13 LIGHTING CHECKLIST

4.14 AIR SHUTTER CONTROL AND FLAME APPEARANCE

5 HOMEOWNER INFORMATION

5.1 AESTHETIC CONSIDERATIONS

Information on aesthetic options for the fireplace.

5.2 HEATING PERFORMANCE

Details on the heating performance of the fireplace.

5.3 IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR HOMEOWNER

Crucial information for homeowners before operation.

5.4 OPERATING INFORMATION

General operating information for the fireplace.

5.4.1 Using Your Remote Control

5.4.2 Synchronizing the Fireplace and Remote Control

Steps to synchronize the remote control.

5.4.3 Remote Control Functions

Explanation of the functions of the remote control.

5.5 REMOTE CONTROL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Instructions for operating the fireplace using the remote.

5.5.1 To Turn on the Fireplace

Steps to turn on the fireplace.

5.5.2 To Turn off the Fireplace

5.5.3 Understanding Your Remote-Control Icons

Explanation of icons on the remote control display.

5.5.4 Icon Details

Detailed explanations of remote control icons and functions.

5.6 IPI AND CPI MODES

Explanation of IPI and CPI modes.

5.6.1 Setting to IPI or CPI mode

How to set the fireplace to IPI or CPI mode.

5.7 HOW TO CHANGE FROM CELSIUS TO FAHRENHEIT?

5.8 First Time Lighting Instructions

Instructions for the very first time lighting the fireplace.

5.8.1 Safety Information

Safety information specific to first-time lighting.

5.9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

General operating instructions.

5.10 TO TURN OFF GAS TO FIREPLACE

Procedure to turn off the gas supply.

5.10.1 Drip Leg Recommended

5.10.2 Manual Gas Shutoff Valve Requirement

Requirement for manual gas shutoff valve.

5.11 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Common questions and answers about the fireplace.

5.11.1 What to do if I smell gas?

Actions to take if gas is smelled.

5.11.2 Where can I find the model and serial numbers?

Location of model and serial numbers.

5.11.3 Can I use my Fireplace during power outages?

5.11.4 What maintenance is required?

Overview of required maintenance procedures.

5.11.4.1 Required Annual Maintenance

Detailed annual maintenance tasks.

5.11.4.2 Periodic Inspection

Steps for periodic inspections.

5.11.5 How do I clean the viewing glass?

Instructions for cleaning the viewing glass.

5.11.6 Is my flame performance correct?

5.11.7 What should I do if my fireplace is sooting?

Steps to take if the fireplace is producing soot.

5.11.8 How do I change from Celsius to Fahrenheit?

Steps to switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit.

5.11.9 When do I change batteries in my remote?

Guidance on changing remote control batteries.

5.11.10 How do I set the child-lock mode?

How to activate and deactivate the child-lock mode.

5.11.11 Thermostat icon disappeared from my remote.

5.11.12 Why won't my fireplace turn on?

Troubleshooting steps if the fireplace does not turn on.

5.11.13 What happens when I first light my fireplace?

Information about the initial lighting and curing phase.

6 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

6.1 REQUIRED PERIODIC INSPECTIONS

List of required periodic inspections.

6.2 CLEANING VIEWING GLASS

Instructions for cleaning the viewing glass.

6.3 REQUIRED ANNUAL MAINTENANCE

Procedures for annual maintenance.

6.4 OVER FIRING OR UNDER FIRING OF BURNER

Issues related to over or under firing the burner.

6.5 PILOT OUTAGE AND RE-LIGHTING

6.6 BURNER FLAME HEIGHTS REFERENCE DIAGRAM

Visual reference for burner flame heights.

6.7 REPLACEMENT PARTS INFORMATION

Information about replacement parts.

6.7.1 Components locations

Location of various fireplace components.

6.7.2 Gas Train Replacement Parts List

List of replacement parts for the gas train.

6.7.3 Convection Air Blower System Parts

6.7.4 Burner System Parts

List of replacement parts for the burner system.

6.7.5 Accent Light Replacement Parts

List of replacement parts for the accent light.

6.7.6 Glass Frame Replacement Parts

Replacement parts for the glass frame.

6.7.6.1.1 TO REPLACE DAMAGED GLASS

Procedure for replacing damaged glass.

7 WARRANTY QUALIFICATION AND SERVICE

7.1 FINAL INSTALLATION AND HOMEOWNER CHECKLIST

Checklist for final installation and homeowner acceptance.

7.2 WARRANTY POLICY STATEMENT

Details of the warranty policy.

7.3 CONDITIONS

Conditions that apply to the warranty.

7.3.1 Exclusions

Exclusions from the warranty coverage.

7.3.2 Limitations of Liability

7.3.3 How to Obtain Warranty Service

Procedures for obtaining warranty service.

7.3.4 Owner Registration

Instructions for owner registration for warranty.

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