Rinnai RHFE-308FTR Installation Manual
Energysaver co-axial flue system
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- Page 1 For Models: RHFE-308FTR RHFE-309FT / FT2 RHFE-556FTR / FDT RHFE-557FTR RHFE-559FT / FDT / FT2 / FDT2 RHFE-561FT / FT2 RHFE-1004FT / FDT RHFE-1005FT / FDT / FT2 / FDT2 USE ONLY RINNAI GENUINE PARTS Energysaver Co-axial Flue System Installation Manual...
- Page 2 IMPORTANT The Rinnai Energysaver® Co-Axial flue is certified as part of the Rinnai Energysaver space heaters that have the designation ‘RHFE’ in the model number. ONLY the Rinnai flue system components specified in this manual MUST be used. Components...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Component Assembly & Connection "On-Wall" Terminal ~ ESWTKIT2 ............... 24 Component Assembly & Connection "In-Wall" Flue ~ ESFKIT03 & ESKITIW .............. 25 Connecting Heater Exhaust .............................. 28 Connecting Combustion Air Hose (Air Supply) ......................29 Connecting Condensate Drain Tube To Heater ......................30 Contacts Rinnai ES_FIM... -
Page 4: Warnings & Important Information
Energysaver co-axial flue system as referred to in these instructions. A Rinnai Energysaver heater correctly fitted with an FFU flue system is room sealed as defined in AS/NZS 5601. No ventilation in the space where the Energysaver heater is installed is required. -
Page 5: Graphical Conventions Used In This Manual
CAUTION Caution notes and or warnings that MUST be observed for safe and correct installations. IMPORTANT Important notes that MUST be observed for safe and correct installations. NOTE General hints and guides provided to ease the installation. Rinnai ES_FIM... -
Page 6: Regulations & Clearances
The outer plastic section of the Co-Axial Flue complies with temperature hazard requirements and can be installed with zero clearance to combustible material. Vertical clearances when using a roof terminal (ESROOFCOWL) are shown in Fig.1. If in doubt contact the Rinnai Australia National Helpline (number on the back page). ESROOFCOWL... -
Page 7: Flue Transition Connections
Kit (ESDFK) and the In-Wall Transition Kit (ESKIT03). Use this silicone grease to lubricate the “O” ring on the inner pipes prior to assembly. Use ONLY a silicone based "O" ring seal lubricant. DO NOT use petroleum based lubricants such as petroleum jelly, as such products may cause CAUTION deterioration. Rinnai ES_FIM... -
Page 8: Wall Penetrations
RHFE-308 and RHFE-309 model heaters measurements C & F are the same for these models IMPORTANT only. The penetration may be made anywhere within the confines of the shaded minimum and maximum areas viii defined by the two arcs. viii Rinnai ES_FIM... - Page 9 No dimension Horizontal dim. - Centre-Line to arc centre Vertical dim. - base to arc centre Minimum horizontal limit of arc Minimum vertical limit of arc Maximum vertical limit of arc Maximum horizontal limit of arc Penetration diameter Rinnai ES_FIM...
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Page 10: Installation Configurations
WARNINGS & IMPORTANT INFORMATION INSTALLATION CONFIGURATIONS The following configurations are currently available. For alternative configurations contact Rinnai. DIRECT Components Option A (Direct) Option B (Direct Extended) Direct Flue Kit ESDFK Direct Flue Kit ESDFK Co-Axial Pipe 900mm (Optional) # ESPIPE900... - Page 11 See note 1. Cut to correct length & discard See Note 4. Min 2° fall towards the flue Terminal EXTERNAL WALL See note 2. See Note 4. IN-WALL Min 2° fall towards See note 3. the flue Terminal Rinnai ES_FIM...
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Page 12: Flue Kit Components
External Wall Plate 8g x 22 mm 6g x 10mm (On-Wall Terminal Kit) Flue Terminal Terminal Adaptor 22mm Terminal/Adaptor Mounting/Securing Screws M4 x 25mm S/S 8g x 10mm External Wall Plate Mounting/Securing External Wall Plate Mounting/Securing Screws Flue Terminal Screws Rinnai ES_FIM... -
Page 13: Installation Methods
CAUTION Install the correct back cover kit and fasten the heater and back cover kit to the internal wall surface. Commission the heater in accordance with the manufacturer instructions supplied with the heater. Rinnai ES_FIM... -
Page 14: Direct Extended Flue Installation Method
CAUTION Install the correct back cover kit and fasten the heater and back cover kit to the internal wall surface. Commission the heater in accordance with the manufacturer instructions supplied with the heater. Rinnai ES_FIM... -
Page 15: External Wall Flue Installation Method
2 of "Direct Extended Flue Installation Method" on page 14 depending on wall thickness (note that a direct extended flue installation example is illustrated above). Pass the flue assembly through the internal wall penetration until the internal wall plate is flush with the wall. Rinnai ES_FIM... - Page 16 CAUTION Install the back cover kits and fasten the heater and back cover kit to the internal wall surface. 10. Commission the heater in accordance with the manufacturer instructions supplied with the heater. Rinnai ES_FIM...
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Page 17: Sideways Flue Installation Method
Test soundness of the connections by attempting to 'pull apart' the assembled components. Improper assembly or fastening can result in products of combustion dispersing into the room being heated which may result in a dangerous condition. Temporarily position the heater in the desired position. Rinnai ES_FIM... - Page 18 CAUTION 18. Install the remaining parts of the back cover kit and fasten the heater and back cover kit to the internal wall surface. 19. Commission the heater in accordance with the manufacturer instructions supplied with the heater. Rinnai ES_FIM...
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Page 19: Under Floor Flue Installation Method
Instructions supplied with the back cover kit and temporarily position the heater in the desired position. Check proposed route of down and out flue to confirm there are no obstructions in the flue path. Rinnai ES_FIM... - Page 20 CAUTION 14. Install the remaining parts of the back cover kit and fasten the heater and back cover kit to the internal wall surface. 15. Commission the heater in accordance with the manufacturer instructions supplied with the heater. Rinnai ES_FIM...
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Page 21: Cutting ~ Esdfk, Espipe900 & Esroofcowl
Both the inner and outer pipes of all internal horizontal components MUST be secured with rivets or screws. The joints of PVC outer pipes that are exposed to an outside environment MUST CAUTION be sealed with an appropriate PVC solvent. Rinnai ES_FIM... -
Page 22: Component Assembly & Connection Wall Terminal ~ Esdfk & Eswterm
Centering Spacer Centering Spacer Centering Spacer Lubricate an ESBEND inner pipe ‘O-Ring’ and fit to the inner pipe of the nominated component. Use ONLY the supplied silicone based “O Ring” seal lubricant. DO NOT use petroleum based lubricants such Rinnai ES_FIM... -
Page 23: Component Assembly & Connection ~ Escondk
(i.e. ESPIPE900) be cut. However if the cutting of the ESROOFCOWL components is found to be necessary, then refer to "Cutting ~ ESDFK, CAUTION ESPIPE900 & ESROOFCOWL" on page 21. Observe the clearance requirements referenced in "Regulations & Clearances" on page 6. CAUTION Rinnai ES_FIM... -
Page 24: Component Assembly & Connection "On-Wall" Terminal ~ Eswtkit2
Then secure the terminal in place with the two 8g screws supplied. For the on wall terminal it is CRITICAL that the joints of PVC outer pipes are sealed with an appropriate PVC solvent. CAUTION Rinnai ES_FIM... -
Page 25: Component Assembly & Connection "In-Wall" Flue ~ Esfkit03 & Eskitiw
Install the above assembly in to the wall cavity observing the measurements shown to ensure the correct fitting of heater and other components. Secure in place with appropriate fixings. Rinnai ES_FIM... - Page 26 Continue Flueing to the termination point and fit an ESROOFCOWL observing the clearances and regulations refer to page 4. To avoid obstructions in the flue path a horizontal offset can be created using ESBEND. Rinnai ES_FIM...
- Page 27 CAUTION 10. Install the back cover kit and fasten the heater and back cover kit to the internal wall surface. 11. Commission the heater in accordance with the manufacturer instructions supplied with the heater. Rinnai ES_FIM...
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Page 28: Connecting Heater Exhaust
A the collar of the exhaust pipe and B the Ensure that the teeth of the flue locking clamp engage both channel in the transition adaptor. Close the clamp until the tab locks to secure both components together. Rinnai ES_FIM... -
Page 29: Connecting Combustion Air Hose (Air Supply)
Connection of the combustion air hose for IN-WALL installations is described in the section "Component Assembly & Connection "In-Wall" Flue ~ ESFKIT03 & ESKITIW" on page 25. NOTE Models: Models: RHFE-308FTR RHFE-559FT2 / FDT2 RHFE-309FT / FT2 RHFE-561FT2 RHFE-556FTR / FDT... -
Page 30: Connecting Condensate Drain Tube To Heater
No. 90180944) UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES MUST THE APPLIANCE BE OPERATED WITH A DAMAGED HEAT EXCHANGER WARNING The condensate drain tube pipe and the pipe clip are available as a spare part from Rinnai, part number 90180944. NOTE RHFE-557FTR... - Page 31 NOTES Rinnai ES_FIM...
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Page 32: Contacts
*Cost of a local call higher from mobile or public phones. For further information visit www.rinnai.com.au or email enquiry@rinnai.com.au Rinnai has a Service and Spare Parts network with personnel who are fully trained and equipped to give the best service on your Rinnai appliance. If your appliance requires service, please call our National Help Line.