Mendota FV44i Gas Fireplace Insert FullView

The Mendota FV44i FullView gas insert puts the fire front and center. A 32-3/8 by 23 inch viewing area gives you a broad, open look at the flames, and the insert covers a wide range, from 16,300 up to 40,000 BTU/hr input on natural gas.

Mendota's website calls this version the FV44i Traditional, and its manual lists 77.29% P.4 efficiency. You get electronic IPI ignition with a thermostatic remote control, dual blowers as standard equipment, and a four-AA battery backup that runs it for about ten days in an outage.

What Makes the FV44i FullView Different

• Wide fire view. A 32-3/8 by 23 inch viewing area makes the fire the focus of the fireplace.
• Wide input range. 16,300 to 40,000 BTU/hr on natural gas and 15,300 to 40,000 BTU/hr on propane.
• Blowers come standard. Dual 190 CFM blowers are included, not an add-on.
• Battery backup. About ten days of operation on four AA batteries, per Mendota, with the blower and accent light off.

This listing is the Mendota FV44i FullView direct vent gas fireplace insert, model AA-11-02470, sold by Mendota as the FV44i Traditional, with ratings for natural gas and propane.

Key Specifications

• Natural gas input: 16,300 to 40,000 BTU/hr
• Propane input: 15,300 to 40,000 BTU/hr
• Efficiency (P.4): 77.29%
• Ignition: Electronic IPI ignition with thermostatic remote control
• Blower: Dual blowers standard, 190 CFM (free air)
• Power outage operation: 4 AA battery backup, about ten days of operation. Blower and accent light do not work on battery power.
• Venting: Direct vent, co-linear 4" exhaust / 3" air inlet
• Viewing area: 32-3/8" x 23"
• Minimum fireplace opening: Front width 33-1/4", rear width 24-3/4", depth 17-3/4", depth to taper 6", height 24-1/4"

Think of these BTU and efficiency figures as Mendota's lab ratings. Actual comfort comes down to your room, your fireplace, and the installation.

Ownership & Maintenance

If the power goes out, plug the backup battery pack harness into the backup power inlet and load four fresh AA batteries. Keep spare AA batteries in the house. The manual remains the authority on operation, and we offer ongoing service for our customers.

We'll measure your fireplace, confirm the FV44i fits, and plan the liner, venting, and installation. Compare gas fireplace inserts or stop into our Auburn, Brunswick, and Yarmouth showrooms to see Mendota in person.