Warnings & Important Information; Before Using This Appliance; Regulatory Information; Notice To Victorian Consumers - Rinnai 650 Operation Manual

WARNINGS & IMPORTANT INFORMATION

BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

Before proceeding with the operation or installation read this manual thoroughly and gain a full
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understanding of the appliance, to ensure safe and correct use.
Failure to carefully read and follow all instructions in this manual can result in equipment
malfunction, fire or explosion, property damage, personal injury and/or death.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
personal injury or death.
WARNINGS: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
personal injury or death.
CAUTIONS: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury or damage to the appliance. It may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices.

REGULATORY INFORMATION

This appliance shall be installed in accordance with:
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Manufacturer's Installation Instructions.
Current AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 3500 & AS/NZS 5601.
Local Regulations and Municipal Building Codes including local OH&S requirements.
This appliance has been certified by the Australian Gas Association. The A.G.A. Certification
Number is shown on the data plate.
This appliance MUST be installed, maintained and removed ONLY by an Authorised Person.
For continued safety of this appliance it MUST be installed and maintained in accordance with
the manufacturers instructions.

NOTICE TO VICTORIAN CONSUMERS

This appliance MUST be installed by a person licensed with the Victorian Building Authority.
ONLY a licensed person will have insurance protecting their workmanship.
So make sure you use a licensed person to install this appliance and ask for your Compliance
Certificate. For further information contact the Victorian Building Authority on 1300 815 127.

DRESS GUARD WARNINGS

The guard is fitted to this appliance to reduce the risk of fire or injury from burns and
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no part of it should be permanently removed. For protection of young children or the
infirm, a secondary guard is required.
The wire mesh dress guard supplied with this appliance MUST NOT be permanently removed
as it fulfils an operational safety function. Additional dress guards including free standing types
may be used in conjunction with, but NOT replace, the dress guard supplied with this appliance.

MANDATORY INSPECTION PRIOR TO INSTALLATION

Unpack the heater and check for damage. Immediately report any damage or discrepancies to the
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Supplier of the appliance. This appliance was inspected and tested at the time of manufacture
and packaging, and released for transportation without known damage. Upon receipt, inspect
the exterior for evidence of rough handling in shipment. Ensure that the appliance is labelled
correctly for the gas and electrical supply, and/or other services it is intended to be connected to.
For safety and warranty purposes, appliances that may be damaged or incorrect must not be
installed or operated under any circumstances. Installation of damaged or incorrect appliances
may contravene local government regulations. Rinnai disclaims any liability or responsibility
whatsoever in relation to the installation or operation of damaged or incorrect appliances.
Take care when opening or unpacking this appliance. Failure to do so may result in serious injury
or product failure.
Check the label for the correct gas type (refer rating plate, inside the appliance). Refer to local gas
authority for confirmation of the gas type if you are in doubt.
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