WDV Wideview Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Model: WDV500 Installation and Operating Instructions WARNINGS If the information in these instructions are 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.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace CONTENTS Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Monessen Fireplace. PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE! IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. Important Safety Information......................................3 Light Installation.............................................
WDV Series Gas Fireplace IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION OWNER Please leave these instructions with the appliance. Please retain these instructions for future reference. WARNING INSTALLER • 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WDV Series Gas Fireplace ! IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY It is normal for fireplaces fabricated of steel to give off some expansion and/or contraction noises during the start up or cool down cycle. Similar noises are found with your furnace heat exchanger or car engine. IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY It is not unusual for gas fireplace to give off some odor the first time it is burned. This is due to the manufacturing process.
product features and code approval product SPECIFICATIONS • This appliance has been certified for use with either • • • natural or propane gas. See appropriate data plates. This appliance is not for use with solid fuels. The appliance is approved for bedroom or bedsitting room installations. The appliance must be installed in accordance with local codes if any. If none exist use the current installation code. ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 in the USA, CSA B149 in Canada. • This appliance is mobile home approved.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace FIREPLACE & FRAMING DIMENSIONS 57(6 ” (1470 mm) ) 8 6QE” (211 mm) (1 4 04 1” 1 m m 17(6 ” (454 mm) 1/2” or 5/8” Min. Rough Opening Width (46 6 ” (1184 mm) 6” (2 08 0 m m ) 18 6QE” (462 mm) 81 ( 57(6 ” (1470 mm) Minimum Rough Opening Depth 2356M” (591 mm) Required Noncombustible Material Area Min.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION Fireplace Location Plan for the installation of your appliance. This includes determining where the unit is to be installed, the vent configuration to be used, framing and finishing details, and whether any optional accessories (i.e. blower, wall switch, or remote control) are desired. Consult your local building code agency to ensure compliance with local codes, including permits and inspections.
clearances WDV Series Gas Fireplace WARNING Clearances to combustibles Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation. Failure to follow instructions exactly can create a fire hazard. The appliance cannot be installed on a carpet, tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring. If installed on carpet or vinyl flooring, the appliance shall be installed on a metal, wood or noncombustible material panel extending full width and depth of the appliance.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace SECURE FIREPLACE to floor or framing note The fireplace must be secured to the floor and/or to framing studs as shown in Figure 6. Use two (2) wood screws or masonry/ concrete screws to secure fireplace to the floor. Use four (4) screws to attach fireplace to framing. The side nailing flanges are 1/2" or 5/8" to accommodate different wall thickness. Framing Members Never install combustible materials over front face of fireplace.
WARNING WDV Series Gas Fireplace Venting INSTALLATION INFORMATION 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. installation precautions Consult local building codes before beginning the installation.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace installation planning There are two basic types of direct-vent installation: • Horizontal Termination • Vertical Termination WARNING Vent installation Never run the vent pipe level or downward. This may cause excessive temperatures which could cause a fire. It is important to select the proper length of vent pipe for the type of termination you choose. It is also important to note the wall thickness. for horizontal termination Select the amount of vertical rise desired.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace venting installation For horizontal termination H D E C B B L V F Fixed Closed Operable V V A V Vent Terminal Figure 8 Horizontal Vent Termination Location A G I Opera- Fixed ble Closed B Air Supply Inlet A B B V Inside Corner Detail G V V A B M V J A K A Area Where Terminals Not Permitted minimum distances A = Clearance above the grade, a veranda, porch, deck, or balcony [*12" (305 mm) minimum].
WDV Series Gas Fireplace venting installation termination clearances for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors C G D C G=6" (152mm) V V V F F=6" (152mm) E Combustible – 6" (152 mm) Noncombustible – 2" (51 mm) Inside Corner Outside Corner C = Maximum depth of 48" (1219mm) for alcove location D = Minimum width for back wall of alcove location Combustible - 38" (965mm) Noncombustible - 24" (610mm) E = Clearance from corner in alcove location Combustible - 6" (152mm) Noncombustib
WDV Series Gas Fireplace venting installation VERTICAL/Horizontal termination configurations Since it is very important that the venting system maintain its balance between the combustion air intake and the flue gas exhaust, certain limitations as to vent configurations apply and must be strictly adhered to. 12” (610 mm) 36" (914 mm) Max. 36" (914 mm) Max.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace venting installation B 7’ A 10’ 1. Establish vent hole through the wall. 2. Remove soil to a depth of approximately 16" below base of snorkel. Install drain pipe. Install window well (not supplied). Refill hole with 12" of coarse gravel leaving a clearance of approximately 4" below snorkel. Figure 16 3. Install vent system. 4. Ensure a watertight seal is made around the vent pipe coming through the wall. 5.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace venting installation • Up to two 45° elbows may be used within the horizontal Snorkel Foundation Recess Wall Screws Watertight Seal Around Pipe Sheet Metal Screws WARNING Figure 17 Snorkel Installation, Recessed Foundation • Do notFP1966 back fill around snorkel. snorkel • A clearance of at least 4" must be run. For each 45° elbow used on the horizontal plane, the maximum horizontal length must be reduced by 18" (450 mm).
WDV Series Gas Fireplace venting installation installation for vertical termination 1. Determine the route your vertical venting will take. If ceiling joist, roof rafters or other framing will obstruct the venting system, consider an offset. Refer to Figure 20 to avoid cutting load bearing members. For optimal flame appearance, a restrictor disk is necessary on straight vertical runs of 10' of more. Roof Flashing Wall Strap • Runs may not incorporate elbows.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace venting installation 3. Cut a hole in the roof using the locating hole as a center TERMINATION HEIGHTS FOR VENTS ABOVE FLAT OR point. (Cover any exposed open vent pipes before SLOPED ROOFS cutting hole in roof). The 10Z\x"x10Z\x" (241 x 241 mm) Horizontal Overhang hole must be measured on the horizontal. Actual length may be larger depending on the pitch of the roof. There must be a 1" minimum clearance from the vent pipe to Vertical Wall combustible materials.
FLEX VENT INSTALLATION WDV Series Gas Fireplace 1. Flexible UL1777 listed venting may be used in any venting application where rigid direct vent components can be used. All restrictions, clearances and allowances that pertain to the rigid piping apply to the flexible venting. Flex kits may not be modified. Flex kits may be UL1777 added to the end of a vent run made of rigid vent sections using pipe Flex Vent manufacturer's approved flex to pipe adapters.
FLEX VENT INSTALLATION WDV Series Gas Fireplace 2. Install firestop spacers, Figure 26, when penetrating ceiling, attic spaces, or walls. 3. Do not allow the flexible vent to bend in radius tighter than 5" (127 mm). Figure 25 4. Horizontal runs of flexible vent shall be supported at maximum 2 foot intervals; vertical runs, five feet intervals. Metal strapping, properly secured, is an acceptable means to support the flexible vent. 5.
fireplace installation WDV Series Gas Fireplace check gas type Use proper gas type for the fireplace you are installing. If you have conflicting gas type, do not install fireplace. See dealer where you purchased the fireplace for proper fireplace for your gas type or conversion kit. A qualified installer or service person must connect appliance to gas supply. Follow all local codes.
fireplace installation Only persons licensed to work with gas piping may make the necessary gas connections to this appliance. CAUTION WARNING WDV Series Gas Fireplace A manual shutoff valve must be installed upstream of the appliance. Union tee and plugged 1/8" NPT pressure tapping point should be installed upstream of the appliance. Figure 30 NOTE: The gas line connection may be made using 1/2" rigid tubing or an approved flex connector.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace SIGNATURE COMMAND - CHECK GAS PRESSURE and ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 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. To ease installation, a 24" (610 mm) flex line with manual shut-off valve has been provided with on this appliance. Install and attach 1/2" gas line onto shut-off valve. 3.
command Optional Wall command center and blower system WDVSignature Series Gas Fireplace PILOT A/C BOX WHITE BLACK Opt. Blower Opt. Aux. WHITE BLACK BLACK WHITE PLUG-IN CONNECTOR TO JUNCTION BOX IN FIREPLACE GREEN CAUTION Electrical connections should only be performed by a qualified, licensed electrician. Main power supply must be turned off before performing service. WARNING RF RECEIVER ON/OFF BUTTON Only a qualified service person should service and repair the fireplace.
signature command - Optional fan blower system WDV Series Gas Fireplace A/C Wiring to junction box important: Always check local building codes. This installation must comply with local regulations as well as the National Electric Code. WIRING 120V AC 60Hz Factory Supplied Not Supplied Junction Box Figure 33 Junction Box Wiring Diagram WARNING 1. Before installing the blower, wire the receptacle into an electrical circuit. This should be done before framing the fireplace.
glass removal & light placement WDV Series Gas Fireplace Glass Frame Removal 1. Remove the front access door by lifting up and sliding the two (2) spring hinge pins inward and lifting off. 2. Rotate the three (3) cam levers in the lower access area 90° clockwise. 3. Tilt glass away from unit. Lift glass frame up and away from unit.
Stone & glass placement WDV Series Gas Fireplace STONE & GLASS PLACEMENT 1. For best results, place the stones first. 2. Place the stones randomly against the stone stop bracket, in front of and behind the burner. CAUTION: Do not allow stones to sit directly on burner or in flame. Figure 37 3. Cover the outer front back and side floor with glass covering the entire surface evenly. Sprinkle lightly over the burner area and in between the stones.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace signature command - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING 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 an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Refer to the instructions for match lighting. B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas.
signature command - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WDV Series Gas Fireplace OPERATing INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety information above. 2. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand. 3. With five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas, including near the floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow "B" in the safety information on Page 26. If you do not smell gas, go to next step. 4.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FEATURES Command Center • Easy Access Function Operation and System Configura- RF Receiver ON/OFF To Thermopile To Sensor To Sparker tion • Operation Confirmation/Fault Diagnostic Indications (LED/ • Buzzer) ON/OFF/HI/Low Operation NG/LP Conversion Control Board • Electronic Ignition • Pilot Lockout safety feature • Electric Power Regeneration from Thermopile to save bat• • • • • • • tery 6-hour Automatic Shut Down Option C
SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS WDV Series Gas Fireplace SYSTEM CONFIGURATION/SETUP System configuration/setup is done on the Command Center. Intermittent/Standing Pilot Setup (Default intermittent) 1. Holding the ON button on the Command Center while turning on the master switch will toggle between standing pilot and intermittent pilot. 2. After the above operation, one beep (for standing pilot) or two beeps (for intermittent pilot) will be given as confirmation.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS COMMAND CENTER FUNCTIONS/OPERATION Turning on the fireplace 1. Turn on the master switch and wait for a beep. 2. Press the ON button on the Command Center. Pilot will light and burner will come on High setting. Pilot Safety Lockout Function 1. If the pilot doesn’t light after sparking for 30 seconds, pilot trial lockout happens. The LED on the Command Center flashes Green once every 2 seconds, until reset. 2.
REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION WDV Series Gas Fireplace REMOTE TRANSMITTER OPERATIONS Figure 40 1. After initial power up or when RESET button is pressed, the transmitter is reset. The reset button is located behind the battery door of transmitter. 2. During system reset, all features of the LCD DISPLAY will be visible. After one second, the LCD will be initialized. A typical reset display is shown in Figure 49. Note that the temperature scale is degree F. 3.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION Flame Height Setting for Thermostatic Mode Figure 43 1. Hold AUTO button for five (5) seconds and one number and flame icon will appear in LCD screen. 2. Use the ON / ▲ or OFF / ▼ button to set the desired flame height to 1 (min.) 2 (medium) or 3 (max.). 3. If there is no input within three (3) seconds, the new setting will be transmitted to the receiver. This setting only affects auto mode operation. 4. The default setting for transmitter is 2 (medium).
REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION ON/OFF AUX Control (Optional) Figure 47 1. Press AUX button once to turn ON. AUX shows on the LCD. 2. Press AUX button again to turn OFF. AUX icon disappears. WDV Series Gas Fireplace °F AUX FP2149 Figure 47 FP2149 AUX Display Low Battery Detection Figure 48 1. Battery voltage is checked once a minute. When the battery voltage drops to a certain level, the low-battery icon will display on LCD, and the transmitter will turn off the fireplace.
WARNING WDV Series Gas Fireplace cleaning and maintenance Turn off gas before servicing fireplace. It is recommended that a qualified service technician perform these check-ups at the beginning of each heating season Sensor Burner, Pilot and Control Compartment Thermopile Keep the control compartment, stones and burner areas surrounding the stones clean by vacuuming or brushing at least twice a year.
cleaning and maintenance WDV Series Gas Fireplace Vent SysteM The fireplace and venting system should be inspected before initial use and at least annually by a qualified field service person. Inspect the external vent cap on a regular basis to make sure that no debris is interfering with the airflow. Inspect entire venting system to ensure proper function. Glass Door Thoroughly clean the inside of the glass door after using the fireplace for two hours. Periodically clean the glass door as necessary.
troubleshooting WDV Series Gas Fireplace SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION Install batteries and/or plug in the AC board FAULT No beep in about 8 seconds A Using battery? Make sure Command Center and the control board are connected by a 2 feet or 15 feet cable After the beep Flip the master switch (rocker switch) to the ON position Press the ON button on the Command Center No beep or no sound from the valve indicating pilot solenoid open B No sparking on the pilot C Sparking doesn’t continue
REPLACEMENT PARTS WDV Series Gas Fireplace firebox components and accessories 2 3 1 5 6 7 Item Description Qty. 1. Bulb 6 2. Bulb Socket 6 3. Glass Frame Assembly 1 780012 4. Junction Box Assembly (not shown) 1 DVW firebox parts 5. Panel, Access, Door 1 Accessories / Field Installed Options 6. Porcelain Panels 1 7. Blower Kit (Signature Command System) 1 8.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace REPLACEMENT PARTS SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM 1 2 4 5 3 6 8 7 9 14 15 780012 DVW SG parts 6/09 40 78D0011
WDV Series Gas Fireplace REPLACEMENT PARTS SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM Item 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13 14. 15. Description Qty. Gas Valve Assembly Pilot Assembly Control Box Command Center Tube, Tee to Venturi Tube, Tee to Valve Flexhose w/Shutoff Valve Injector Burner Assembly Venturi Air Shutter (not shown) Wire Valve/Control (not shown) Wire AC Module (not shown) Wire Command Ctr.
REPLACEMENT PARTS WDV Series Gas Fireplace VENT components 1 2 3 4 HO T 10 5 6 9 7 8 730024 KHLDV vent parts 42 78D0011
REPLACEMENT PARTS WDV Series Gas Fireplace VENT COMPONENTS FOR 5" X 8" Current Old Simpson Simpson Duravent Duravent Qty./ or MHSC or MHSC Selkirk Item Box Description Part no. Part no. Part no.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace REPLACEMENT PARTS Stones Item 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 44 Description Qty.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace 78D0011 45
Requirements for the Commonwealth of WDV Series Gas Fireplace Massachusetts This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter when installed within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Note Regarding Vented Products Flex line installation must not exceed 36 inches and must have a T shutoff valve. Any residence with a direct vent product must have a CO detector installed in the residence.
WDV Series Gas Fireplace 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: Ceramic Fiber Logs.
Efficiency Ratings Model EnerGuide Ratings Fireplace Efficiency (%) WDV500NTSC WDV500PTSC MHSC 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.mhsc.