Specifications

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CONGRATULATIONS
You are the owner of a world-class heat producing gas direct vent sealed combustion fireplace insert.
This elegant, highly efficient Fireplace will be a constant source of comfort and fascination. It will be the focal point of
beauty and interest in your home.
The Mendota Gas Fireplace insert is a true heating appliance incorporating the traditional aesthetics of fireplace fire view-
ing with the controllability and fuel efficiency of a home gas furnace. Of particular interest is the low fuel consumption and
brilliant fire viewing afforded by the realistic Premium Fiber wood fire-like combustion system.
Carefully read the following instructions prior to actual installation. Proper Mendota Gas Fireplace insert installation and
operation will give you years of safe, trouble free comfort and enjoyment.
If you have any questions regarding installation or operation of your Mendota Fireplace insert please contact your local
dealer.
...CAUTION...
Due to high temperatures, the Fireplace insert should be located 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 carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the Mendota Gas Fireplace insert.
Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the Fireplace insert.
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an appliance must be replaced prior to operating this appliance.
This Mendota Gas Fireplace Insert is a powerful and 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 heat supply.
Installation, repair and any adjustments to logs or burner must be done by a qualified service person. The appliance
should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service person. More frequent cleaning may be
required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, carbon build-up, etc. It is imperative that control com-
partments, burners and circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean. The burner and pilot flames and logs
should be visually checked periodically.
DO NOT use this appliance if any part has been under water or exposed to moisture corrosion. Immediately call a quali-
fied service technician to inspect the 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.
It is Johnson Gas Appliance Company's policy that no responsibility is assumed by the Company or by any of its em-
ployees or representatives for any damages caused by an inoperable, inadequate, or unsafe condition which is the result,
either directly or indirectly, of any improper operation, installation or servicing procedures.
Building Permit and Installation Inspection Approval Requirements
All installations of Mendota Fireplaces and Inserts must comply with all the requirements stated in this Installation and
Operating Instructions Manual. The Dealer and/or installer must also obtain all required Building Permits and Inspection
Approval from the local building inspection department or the local body having jurisdiction. In order to validate warranty
coverage, Mendota may require facsimile copies of the Building Permit and Inspection Approval forms. Failure to provide
adequate proof that the installation conforms to all local requirements and the requirements stated in the Installation and
Operating Instructions Manual will void all applicable warranty.
INSTALLER: THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO REMAIN WITH HOMEOWNER.
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.