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INTERNAL (INDOOR) MODELS: EXTERNAL (OUTDOOR) MODELS: RSC199i (REU-NP3237FF-US(A)) RSC199e (REU-NP3237W-US(A)) RSC160i (REU-NP2530FF-US(A)) RSC160e (REU-NP2530W-US(A)) ANSI Z21.10.3 ・ CSA 4.3 T nkless W ter He ter (With Pump) Inst ll tion nd Oper tion M nu l U334-0777X01(00) 06000012350449...
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– Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur, appelez le service des incendies. • L’installation et l’entretien doivent être assurés par un installateur ou un service d’entretien qualifié ou par le fournisseur de gaz. Full-length French and Spanish versions available online at rinnai.us Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
4.12 Configure Parameter Settings ..................... 61 4.13 Post-Water Heater Installation Checklist ................63 Operation ............................65 Safety Precautions ........................65 Operating Instructions ......................67 Control Panel ........................68 Setting the Temperature .......................69 Performance Data .........................70 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Massachusetts State Gas Regulations ................. 87 Wiring Diagram ........................89 Ladder Diagram ........................90 Pressure Drop and Water Flow Curves ................91 Pump Performance Curve ....................92 Guidelines for Additional Temperature Controllers ............... 93 Warranty ............................94 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
• When installation is complete, leave Natural Gas this manual with the water heater (for internal/indoor units) or give the manual Polypropylene directly to the consumer. Pressure Relief Valve Pounds per square inch Inches of water column Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
• Les panneaux d’avertissement de ce manuel sont ici pour éviter de vous blesser et d’autres personnes. Suivez- les explicitement. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
– Turn off the incoming water supply. This can be done at the isolation valve immediately below the water heater or by turning off the water supply to the building. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Flammable liquids should not be used or stored in the vicinity of this or any other gas appliance. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
3.2 Bottom View Pressure Relief Hot Water Valve Outlet Cold Water Inlet Figure 2: Bottom View Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
Venturi Burner Assembly Gas Valve Ignition Unit Heat Exchanger Silencer PC Board Integrated Pump PC Board Pump Bypass Flow Water Flow Servo Valve Servo Valve Controller removed for clarity. Figure 3: Components Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
0.4 GPM (1.5 L/min). The maximum gas supply pressure must not exceed the value specified by the manufacturer. Rinnai products are continually being updated and improved; therefore, specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
Vent Connection: 2 in. (51 mm) nominal PVC/Polypropylene or 3 in./5 in. Concentric. Figure 4: Indoor Dimensions Outdoor Models (RSC199e and RSC160e) Front Panel View Side Panel View Figure 5: Outdoor Dimensions Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Figure 6: Supply Connections Table 3: Supply Connections Connection Connection Size 3/4 in. NPT Cold Inlet 3/4 in. NPT Hot Outlet 3/4 in. NPT Condensate Drain 1/2 in. NPT Pressure Relief Valve M33 Thread Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
3.6 Accessories Numerous optional accessories are available for purchase for your Rinnai Tankless Water Heater. Listed below are some commonly purchased accessories. For a complete list of accessories, visit www.rinnai.us. For questions, or to purchase an accessory, contact your local Rinnai dealer/distributor or Rinnai Customer Care at 1-800-621-9419.
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Motion Sensor less motion sensor works with the con- Part #: RWMMS02 trol•r™ Module to operate the tankless water heater recirculation system with the detection of motion. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
These fumes can dam- and not suitable for space heating appli- age components and reduce the life of cations only. your appliance. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
• Single gang electrical box • Thermal Isolation Valve • Wire nuts • Literature Bag • Unions and drain valves – Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual (this manual) – Wall Mounting Bracket Template (for Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
Rinnai offers Southeastern Filtration’s “ScaleCutter Water Conditioning System” that offers superior lime scale prevention and corrosion control. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Chemicals that are corrosive in nature should not be stored or used near the water heater or vent termination. This requirement applies to internal (indoor) and external (outdoor) water heaters. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Supply Line Supply 1/2 in. Normally Open Solenoid Valve Line 1/2 in. Normally Open Solenoid Valve Route Drain Per Local Code Route Drain Per Local Code Figure 7: Freeze Protection Piping Diagram Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Back 0 in. Sides (Left and Right) 2 in. (51 mm) Add 0.25 in. (6.35 mm) for recess box Vent 0 in. (Internal/Indoor Models) Front Exhaust 24 in. (610 mm) (External/Outdoor Models) Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z221.3/NFPA 54, or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
Use the appropriate screws for the wall construction to secure the mounting bracket to the wall between two studs. Figure 11: Mount the top bracket Figure 10: Secure the bracket Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Figure 12: Mount the bottom bracket The water heater must be installed in an upright position. Do not install the water heater upside down or on its side. Figure 13: Mount the water heater Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
• The vent piece connected to the water heater must be secured with 1 self-tap- ping screw. • Refer to the instructions of the vent sys- tem manufacturer for component assem- bly instructions. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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• Do not install the vent termination too close under the soffit where it could Figure 14: Vent Screen present recirculation of exhaust gases back into the combustion air part of the termination. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Figure 19: Common Vent, Direct Vent Figure 20: Common Vent, Room Air Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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FGV Concentric Vent Kit (16 in. length) (Order from Rinnai) 196105, 197033 196105PVC FGV Concentric Vent Kit (28 in. length) (Order from Rinnai) 196125 196125PVC FGV Concentric Vent Kit (40 in. length) (Order from Rinnai) Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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2 in. x 4 in. Horizontal Termination 2PPS-HKL Kit-Concentric 190288 2 in. x 4 in. Concentric Horizontal Termination 190295 2 in. x 4 in. Concentric Vertical Termination CVENT-2 2 in. Concentric Vent (Termination) Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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PVC/CPVC Concentric Vent Kit 3 in. x 32 in. 52CVKGVSF9003-32(CPVC) 52CVKGVS6503-44(PVC)/ PVC/CPVC Concentric Vent Kit 3 in. x 44 in. 52CVKGVSF9003-44(CPVC) Horizontal Termination Adapter SC03HT Vertical Termination Adapter SC03VT 3 in./5 in. Concentric Roof Termination PPs-UV ICRT3539 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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3 in. x 5 in. Horizontal Termination Kit- 3PPS-HKL Concentric 3 in. x 5 in. Concentric 190388 Horizontal Termination 190395 3 in. x 5 in. Concentric Vertical Termination CVENT-3 3 in. Concentric Vent (Termination) Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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FGV PVC Low Profile Termination Kit 196984PVC (Order from Rinnai) 081216 FGV PVC Wall Termination Kit 52SWVKGVS6502 PVC Side Wall Vent Kits 52WTVKGVS6502 PVC Wall Vent Kits HVENT-2 2 in. Low Profile Horizontal Vent Kit Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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FGV PVC Low Profile Termination Kit 196985PVC (Order from Rinnai) 081219 FGV PVC Wall Termination Kit 52SWVKGVS6503 PVC Side Wall Vent Kits 52WTVKGVS6503 PVC Wall Vent Kits HVENT-3 3 in. Low Profile Horizontal Vent Kit Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Table 12: Approved Venting Materials By Manufacturer Manufacturer Vent Material Ubbink PVC (Outer Vent), Polypropylene (Inner Vent) Centrotherm Polypropylene Heat-Fab Metal Metal Fab Metal IPEX PVC/CPVC DuraVent Polypropylene Royal ECCO Manufacturing Polypropylene DiversiTech PVC/CPVC Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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[2] Permitted only if veranda, porch, deck, or balcony is fully open on a gaz.) minimum of two sides beneath the floor.. If locally adopted installation codes specify clearances different than those illustrated, then the most stringent clearance shall prevail. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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12 in. (0.30 m) Figure 22: Concentric Pipe Termination Clearances Figure 25: Between terminals at same level All terminations (horizontal and/or vertical) must terminate 12 in. (0.30 m) above grade or anticipated snow level. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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1/4 in. per foot toward the appliance • 90° elbow is equivalent to 6 ft (2 m) according to the vent manufacturer’s installation instructions. Dispose of condensate per local codes. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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12 in. 12 in. Intake 12 in. 12 in. 12 in. Minimum clearance for Ground/Grade/Snow Level Indicates area in which intake cannot be installed. Figure 33: Horizontal Vent and Combustion Air Piping Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Secure the exhaust vent pipe to the exhaust adapter ring with the supplied screw. Exhaust Vent Pipe Supplied screw Figure 34 2. Remove and discard the combustion air vent cap. Figure 37 Figure 35 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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2 in. (51 mm) 3 in. (76 mm) Vent Lengths 65 ft (20 m) 150 ft (46 m) • 45° elbow is equivalent to 3 ft (1 m) • 90° elbow is equivalent to 6 ft (2 m) Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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If locally adopted installation codes specify clearances different than those illustrated, then the most stringent clearance shall prevail. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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60 in. (1.52 m) vertically between terminals Corner Figure 39 Exhaust Termination Clearances for Internal (Indoor) Room Air Applications 12 in. 12 in. (0.30 m) 60 in. (1.52 m) vertically between terminals Corner Figure 40 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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NOTE If ducts are used, the cross sectional area of the duct must be greater than or equal to the required free area of the openings to which they are connected. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Verify that adequate combustion air is available for all appliances installed in the space. □ Installation complies with National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 as well as local and state regulations therein. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Exhaust Vent Pipe 5. Install the exhaust vent pipe. Ensure it is Supplied screw properly seated. Secure the exhaust vent pipe to the exhaust adapter ring with the supplied screw (Figure 46). Figure 46 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Vent Length 65 ft (20 m) 150 ft (46 m) 50 ft. (15 m) • 45° elbow is equivalent to 3 ft (1 m) • 90° elbow is equivalent to 6 ft (2 m) Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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1/4 in. (6.4 mm) mesh. • The water heater is to be secured to the wall of the manufactured home using the integrated mount- ing brackets on the back side of the water heater. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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150 ft RSC199i: REU-NP3237FF-US(A) 398,000 (20 m) (46 m) (46 m) and RU199i: REU-N3237FF-US 90 ft 150 ft 150 ft RSC160i: REU-NP2530FF-US(A) 320,000 (27 m) (46 m) (46 m) and RU160i: REU-N2530FF-US Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
Valve Boiler Drain Valve accordance with all local building codes. Confer with local building ure Relief Valve officials before installation. Solenoid Valve Hot Water Supply Line Figure 53 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
7. Ensure that both Drain Valves are in the closed position before turning on water supply. Hot Outlet Cold Inlet Swivel Nut (Integrated Gasket) Hot Isolation Valve Drain Valve (Red) Cold Isolation Valve (Blue) Figure 54 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
• The pressure relief valve is assembled to the pressure relief valve adapter as illustrated on the next page. DO NOT place any other valve or shut off device between the pressure relief valve and the water heater. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Figure 55 IMPORTANT • Do not use pipe dope or thread sealant on union fitting with gasket. • Be careful not to lose or throw away the gasket. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
• If a floor drain is not available or the Condensate drain is above the level of the conden- Pump sate drain, a condensate pump should be installed. Figure 57 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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5. Turn off the water heater by pressing the white wires labeled “To Condensate Pump “On/Off” button on the controller. Wait five Safety Switch.” seconds then turn the power back on. This will clear the diagnostic code. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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* Safety switch wires connect to the NO and COM contacts on the safety switch. • NO - Normally Open • NC - Normally Closed • COM - Common (Neutral) Figure 60 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
(Since some leak test solutions, including soap and water, may cause corrosion or stress cracking, the piping shall be rinsed with water after testing, unless it has been determined that the leak test solution is non- corrosive.) Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Answer: 70 (21) (CFH) = 80 (24) For this example, the pipe diameter 90 (27) must be at least 3/4 in. pipe size and 10 ft (3 m) in length. 100 (30) Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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70 (21) 264,000 Btu/hr Input 80 (24) For this example, the pipe diameter 90 (27) must be at least 1/2 in. nominal pipe 100 (30) size and 10 ft (3 m) in length. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
Confirm that the electricity is supplied from 120 VAC, 60 Hz power source and is in a properly grounded circuit. □ Confirm that an extension cord or an adapter plug has NOT been used with the water heater. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
Example: Display will change from 01A to 01b for Maximum Temperature setting (as shown below). 6. To exit the parameters, press the “A” button for 1 second. Figure 65 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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NOTE: Service Soon (55) will display Exchanger) on the controller again when the water • Service Soon will appear again based on the select- heater reaches the interval selected in the ed service interval. parameter settings. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
YES to each question. If you answer NO to any question, installation is not complete. Refer to the applicable section in the Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual for additional information. For assistance, contact your local dealer or distributor, or call Rinnai Customer Care at 1-800-621-9419. INSTALLATION LOCATION □...
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□ □ Have you performed a leak and pressure test on the crossover valve installation? □ □ (Crossover Mode Only) Was the crossover valve installed at the furthest fixture from the water heater? Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
– If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. • Installation and service must be per- formed by a trained and qualified professional, service agency or the gas supplier. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Damage and repair due to corrosive compounds in the air is not covered by warranty. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
3. Turn the manual gas control valve located at gas inlet of appliance clockwise to the OFF 2. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if position. service is to be performed. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
To turn on the beeps, repeat the above steps. Indicates ignition and water flow. Slow Flash Indicates ignition and pump operation. Rapid Flash Figure 70 Indicates pump operation with no ignition. Figure 68 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
• 20 seconds at 130°F (54°C) temperature controller. • 8 minutes at 120°F (49°C) Children, disabled, or elderly are at highest risk of being scalded. Feel water before bathing or showering. Figure 71 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
3. Use the (Up) and (Down) buttons to scroll to the desired information described in the Performance Data Table. Figure 73 4. To exit performance data, repeat step 2 above. 5. When complete, the set temperature appears in the display. Figure 74 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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(Outdoor Units Only) Pump Hours x100 Hours Pump Cycles Exhaust Temperature °F * Refer to the Technical Data Sheet located on the inside front cover of the water heater for additional information. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
Sheet located on inside front cover of water up or damage to the heat exchanger. heater. • Ensure it is not in forced Hi setting. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Follow the steps above for Code 38 (Parameter 16a). Recirculation flow rate must be for troubleshooting. greater than 0.4 GPM (1.5 L/min). * See “Electrical Diagnostics” on Technical Data Sheet located on inside front cover of water heater. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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To reset the SS code, push the On/Off button on the temperature controller 5 times in 5 seconds. * See “Electrical Diagnostics” on Technical Data Sheet located on inside front cover of water heater. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
On Demand push buttons and motion sensors require installation of a controller (see section "3.6 Accessories" for part numbers). Visit rinnai.us/wifi for more information. Note: Recirculation parameter setting 04 must be set to your circulation mode. See “Parameter Settings”...
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Connection Diagram Hot water outlet PRV Connection Condensate trap drain plug Condensate drain line Gas Connection Cold water inlet with filter Water drain plug Figure 82 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Install thermal isolation valve at the farthest fixture from the tankless water heater Condensate Drain Line Floor Drain Gas Supply Line Hot Water Supply Line Cold Water Supply Line Hot Water Fixtures Figure 84 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Table 36 Important: The internal pump Pump Status Typical Intervals in an RSC model runs based on Economy time intervals only and not water Comfort temperature (like dedicated return line recirculation systems) Commercial Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Gas Supply Line Cold Water Supply Line Hot Water Supply Line Locate Drain Valve as close as possible to the Cold Water Supply Tee Dedicated Recirculation Line Hot Water Fixtures Figure 88 Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Commercial: Adjust parameter setting to 05C for Commercial mode. This mode cycles the pump on and off continuously, which may result in excessive machine wear and energy consumption. Table 39 Rinnai Set Temperature Typical Pump OFF Intervals (Minutes) Economy Comfort Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
The vent system should be inspected for flammable vapors and liquids. blockages including snow or other debris or damage. If the vent is blocked and cannot be easily cleared, contact a trained and qualified professional. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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Water Filter — Clean the inlet water filter by closing the cold and hot water inlet isolation Blue Flame Figure 91 (shut-off)t valves. Put a bucket under the filter at the bottom of the water heater to catch Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
• Push the “On/Off” button located on the location if gas is not going to be used. right-hand side of the controller. The dis- play will go blank when the power is off. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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• Inspect the air filter for any debris that may restrict air flow to the water heater. • If the filter still appears dirty repeat the cleaning steps. • Replace the air filter. 6. Power ON the water heater. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
A. Remove the free end of the drain hose (H3) from the pail. Place in sink or out- side to drain. Figure 94 B. Close service valve (V2) and open shutoff valve (V4). Do not open shutoff valve (V3). Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
6. Connect power to the water heater. 7. After confirming that the temperature controller Figure 96: Piping Diagram is off, turn on the gas supply. 8. Turn on the temperature controller. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1 through 4. Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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COMBINATION SPACE HEATING/POTABLE WATER SYSTEM (For Use In Commonwealth of Massachusetts) Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
Figure 100 The chart below applies only to incoming water temperatures of 70°F (21°C) or less. For incoming water temperatures greater than 70°F (21°C), please contact Rinnai. NOTE: Maximum flow rates may vary based on set temperature, Delta T and altitude.
Wi-Fi Module NOTE Figure 104 SmartCirc™ is not available with the use of Wiring illustration MC195T or control•r. (Detailed wiring instructions included with temperature controller package) Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
For commercial applications, the heat exchanger warranty is 8 years or 12,000 operation hours, whichever occurs first. Notes: From date of purchase, period of coverage is reduced to 8 years or 12,000 operation hours, whichever occurs first, if the Rinnai Tankless Water Heater temperature settings exceed 160°F (71°C).
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Limitation on Warranties No one is authorized to make any other warranties on behalf of Rinnai America Corporation. Except as expressly provided herein, there are no other warranties, expressed or implied, including, but not limited to warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, which extend beyond the description of the warranty herein.
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Place Model/Serial # Label Here Located in Manual Bag Rinnai America Corporation 103 International Drive Peachtree City, GA 30269 Tel: 1-800-621-9419 Web: rinnai.us 100000773(01) rinnai.ca 1/2023...