Appliance Location - Rinnai HD49kWe Installation Manual

Appliance location

This appliance MUST BE placed as close
as possible to the most frequently used hot
water outlet(s) to minimise the delay for hot
water delivery . For installations where the
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distance between the water heater and outlets
is considerable, a flow and return system can
be used to minimise the waiting time for hot
water delivery. Alternatively multiple appliances
can be strategically placed to serve outlets with
minimal delay.
An AC 230 V, 10 A earthed power point must be
provided adjacent to the appliance. This power
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point must be weatherproof. It must be clear of
the gas and water connections to the appliance
and also the flue exhaust and water pressure
relief valve. The power cord of the appliance is
1.5 m long.
All appliances MUST BE installed to ensure
access can be gained without hazard or
undue difficulty for maintenance and servicing.
Sufficient clearances shall allow access
and removal of all serviceable components.
Appliances should not be mounted more than
2.5 m above the ground or floor level unless
the customer can arrange permanent and safe
access, or can provide another means of safe
access.
The appliance MUST BE mounted on a vertical
structure with the water and gas connections
on the underside pointing downwards.
Location of the flue terminal MUST BE in
accordance with Section 6 and Figure 6.2 of
AS/NZ 5601.
Rinnai recommend a maximum pipe run of 10 m.
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Power point can be within the pipe cover if a pipe cover is installed—must comply with AS/NZS Wiring rules
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Outdoor (external) models
This appliance is designed for outdoor
installations only. It MUST BE located above
ground in open air with natural ventilation,
without stagnant areas, where gas leakage
and products of combustion can be rapidly
dispersed by wind and natural convection.
Indoor (internal) models
This appliance is for indoor installations only.
They may be installed in an enclosure if the
requirements of AS/NZS 5601.1 are satisfied.
An enclosure is defined as a compartment,
enclosed area or partitioned off space primarily
used for the installation of the appliance.
• DO NOT install in areas where
contaminated air is present.
• Consider, before installation, where air has
the ability to travel within a building.
• Where possible, install the heater in
a sealed space so that it is free of
contaminated indoor air.
It is important a suitable drained catch pan
is fitted where damage could be caused by
discharge from the water heater. Provision
must be made for safe disposal of any leaking
water to an external location.
This appliance MUST BE used with the
appropriate Rinnai flue system.