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Operation / Installation
RINNAI SPLIT SOLAR HOT WATER
The appliance must be installed, commissioned and serviced by an
authorised person in accordance with all applicable local rules and
NOTE
regulations.
The collector flow and return pipes should be 15mm copper tube or
alternative tube supplied by Rinnai.
WARNING
Plastic pipe must not be used. Plastic pipe is not suited to the high
water temperatures and pressures that may occur in the collector
flow and return system.
Certain systems may require some components to be supplied by
the Installer.
NOTE
NOT SUITABLE AS A POOL OR SPA HEATER
Manual
SYSTEMS
All Rinnai gas products
W169
are A.G.A. certified.
SAI Global
AS 2712
Lic No.1849
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- Page 1 Operation / Installation Manual RINNAI SPLIT SOLAR HOT WATER SYSTEMS The appliance must be installed, commissioned and serviced by an authorised person in accordance with all applicable local rules and NOTE regulations. The collector flow and return pipes should be 15mm copper tube or...
- Page 2 This manual is applicable to: - Rinnai ‘Prestige’ Stainless Steel Split Solar Hot Water Systems. ® - ‘Equinox’ Stainless Steel & Glass Lined Split Solar Hot Water Systems. ® - Rinnai ‘Sunmaster’ Glass Lined Split Solar Hot Water Systems. ®...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CHECKING SOLAR PUMP OPERATION ..........................63 ADJUSTING FLOW CONTROL VALVE ..........................63 SOLAR HEATING..................................64 FINISHING THE INSTALLATION ............................64 DRAINING INSTRUCTIONS ..............................65 CONTACT INFORMATION ............................ 66 Rinnai Australia - 1 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12... -
Page 4: Important Information & Warnings
MUST BE replaced by an authorised person in order to avoid a hazard, using genuine replacement parts available from Rinnai. Take care not to touch the power plugs with wet hands. Care should be taken not to touch the pipe work as it may be HOT! The pipes between the solar collectors and storage cylinder MUST BE copper, or alternative material pipes that may be supplied by Rinnai. -
Page 5: Scalds Hazards
NEVER…. Leave a toddler in the care of another child. They may not understand the need to have the water temperature set at a safe level. Rinnai Australia Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual - Version 9 - 21/11/12... -
Page 6: Operation Principle
Gas booster located external to the storage cylinder. The following diagrams illustrates the Split Solar Hot Water System set up for both the Electric and Gas boost. -
Page 7: Safety Devices
If the valve leaks continuously, try easing the valve gear for a few seconds. This may dislodge any foreign matter and alleviate the problem. If this does not alleviate the problem contact Rinnai. Operate the easing gear regularly to remove any lime deposits and to verify that it is not blocked. -
Page 8: Water Temperature
Switch on the electric supply to the solar controller and pump. Solar water heating will now occur. Hot water is available immediately from the gas booster when hot water tap is opened, irrespective of solar heat gain. Rinnai Australia Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12... -
Page 9: Water Quality
This does not apply to Stainless Steel cylinders. Anodes suited to hard and soft water, are available from Rinnai. If the electric conduit, power supply cord or plug to the water heater is damaged, they must be replaced by an authorised person in order to avoid a hazard. -
Page 10: Save A Service Call
Before contacting Rinnai for service, follow the fault finding guide. If problems persist or this information doesn’t answer your questions, contact Rinnai on the phone number on the back of this manual. Service call outs attending to any condition or fault that is not related to Rinnai products or components may be chargeable. CONDENSATION IN COLLECTORS •... - Page 11 55°C (allowing for heat losses in pipe work) • If this is not the case or the temperature may need to be increased. Contact your installer or Rinnai to discuss adjusting the thermostat. HIGH ELECTRICITY OR GAS BILL Hot water usage patterns Electric Boosted Systems: •...
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Page 12: Specifications For Systems
SPECIFICATIONS FOR SYSTEMS GENERAL Split solar hot water systems are specified according to the grade of storage cylinder material, cylinder capacity, number of solar collectors and boost type and capacity. Boost capacity for gas boosted system depends on the gas booster model selected. Boost capacity for electrically boosted systems depends on the power rating of electric heating elements and whether one or two electric heating elements are fitted. -
Page 13: Specifications For Solar Collectors
FTC Version Frost Protection to -5°C must be in low temperature Frost Protection mode (refer page 19). * FOR MORE INFORMATION ON FROST PROTECTION REFER TO WARRANTY BOOKLET Rinnai Australia - 11 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual - Version 9 - 21/11/12... -
Page 14: Specifications For Storage Cylinders
Weight Empty (kg) SOLAR P&TR VALVE RETURN CYLINDER DIAMETER TEMPERATURE SENSOR DRY WELL Figure 5 - Dimensional Drawing - Glass Lined Gas Boosted Split Systems Rinnai Australia - 12 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual - Version 9 - 21/11/12... - Page 15 Weight Empty (kg) SOLAR P&TR VALVE RETURN CYLINDER DIAMETER TEMPERATURE SENSOR DRY WELL Figure 6 - Dimensional Drawing - Glass Lined Electric Boosted Split Systems Rinnai Australia - 13 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual - Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 16 Gas Booster Flue Outlet 1345 1735 Weight Empty (kg) SOLAR RETURN COLD WATER INLET Figure 7 - Dimensional Drawing - Stainless Steel Gas Boosted Cylinders Rinnai Australia - 14 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual - Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 17 1700 2090 Weight Empty (kg) SOLAR RETURN COLD WATER INLET Figure 8 - Dimensional Drawing - Stainless Steel Storage - Electric Boosted Cylinders Rinnai Australia - 15 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual - Version 9 - 21/11/12...
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Page 18: Gas Booster Specifications
- Units will operate at lower pressures but the rated flow will not be achieved. - Gas boosters for Solar hot water applications must be set by Rinnai to deliver a minimum temperature of 70°C. Solar Gas boosters will be marked as Solar. Units not marked ‘Solar’ MUST NOT be used. -
Page 19: Regulations And Occupational Health And Safety (Oh&S)
The solar storage cylinders have an ingress protection rating of IPX4 making them suitable for internal or external installation. Rinnai 'external' gas boosters are suitable for external installation only. Storage cylinders must be installed in freestanding mode on a level and stable base. For external installations, storage cylinders should be mounted on a concrete base at least 50mm thick or on well seasoned, evenly spread hardwood slats with a thickness of at least 25mm. -
Page 20: Gas Booster Location And Mounting (Where Applicable)
All hot water pipework should be insulated with sealed Polyethylene foamed or equivalent insulation to optimise performance and energy efficiency. Such insulation may also be mandatory under local regulations. Rinnai recommend insulation to achieve an R value of 0.6 K.m /W. With the exception of solar collector flow and return pipes, water pipe sizing should be performed in accordance with AS/NZS 3500. -
Page 21: Frost Protection Mode On Solar Controller
Power MUST be turned OFF to the Controller before opening the controller box. WARNING • Power MUST be OFF when adjusting Dip Switches. Rinnai Australia - 19 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual - Version 9 - 21/11/12... -
Page 22: Valves & Fittings
An approved pressure limiting valve (supplied with some systems) is required if the maximum rated water supply pressure in Table 2 is exceeded. Rinnai Australia - 20 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual - Version 9 - 21/11/12... -
Page 23: Regulations And Occuptational Health And Safety (Oh&S)
INSTALLATION OF SOLAR COLLECTORS REGULATIONS AND OCCUPTATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY (OH&S) Installation and commissioning must be performed by authorised persons. Rinnai solar systems must be installed in accordance with these Instructions and all regulatory requirements which exist in your area including those in relation to manual lifting, working at heights and on roofs. Applicable publications and regulations may include: •... -
Page 24: Solar Collector Roof Mounting Options
For mounting options not shown in Figure 17, for example in areas where the cyclone frame can not be used, consult your nearest Rinnai Branch or Rinnai Representative. It is normal to mount the solar collectors down close to the gutter. Roof construction must be checked to ensure that the roof timbers are capable of supporting the additional load. -
Page 25: Solar Collector Installation Components
INSTALLATION KITS PART NUMBERS 1 collector : R33202739 Kinco Nut ½ 16801012 2 collectors : R33202740 3 collectors : R33202741 Kinco Olive ½ 33001012 Rinnai Australia - 23 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual - Version 9 - 21/11/12... -
Page 26: Standard Installation
STANDARD INSTALLATION Collector Mounting Component Pre Assembly for a Standard Installation This installation is not suitable for use in cyclonic areas. For further details, please contact your local Rinnai Solar distributor. NOTE • Assemble the collector rail components as shown in Figure 18 below. - Page 27 INSTALLATION OF SOLAR COLLECTORS STANDARD INSTALLATION CONTINUED Fastening (Collectors to a Tiled Roof) This installation is not suitable for use in cyclonic areas. For further details, please contact your local Rinnai Solar distributor. NOTE • Position the lower collector mounting rail...
- Page 28 INSTALLATION OF SOLAR COLLECTORS STANDARD INSTALLATION CONTINUED Fastening (Collectors to a Metal Roof) This installation is not suitable for use in cyclonic areas. For further details, please contact your local Rinnai Solar distributor. NOTE • Position the lower collector mounting rail...
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Page 29: Framed Installations - Flat, Reverse & Side Pitch
INSTALLATION OF SOLAR COLLECTORS These frames are not suitable for use in cyclonic areas. For the correct frame for use in cyclone areas, contact your local Rinnai Solar distributor. NOTE FRAMED INSTALLATIONS - FLAT, REVERSE & SIDE PITCH Table 8 - Framed Installations •... -
Page 30: Collector Fittings Installations
Not doing this can cause damage to the collector. Figure 29 - Collector Fitting Details (Enduro & Excelsior Collectors) Rinnai Australia - 28 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12... - Page 31 One side should be held still while the other side is tightened. Not doing this can cause damage to the collector. Figure 30 - Collector Fitting Details (E-Frost Collectors) Rinnai Australia - 29 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12...
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Page 32: Overview Of System Components
Gas boosters for use in solar hot water systems are preset to deliver a fixed temperature of 60°C in accordance with plumbing regulations. In addition, they contain the warning stating "Rinnai Water Controllers are NOT compatible with solar hot water installations and MUST NOT BE USED" in the vicinity of the temperature controller connections inside the appliance. - Page 33 INSTALLATION OF SOLAR GAS BOOSTED SYSTEMS Figure 31 - Smartstart® Schematic Rinnai Australia - 31 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12...
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Page 34: Clearances
For appliance s not addressed above acceptance should be obtained from the Technical Regulator. FIGURE 6.2 (in-part) MINIMUM CLEARANCES REQUIRED FOR BALANCED FLUE TERMINALS, FAN-ASSISTED FLUE TERMINALS, ROOM-SEALED APPLIANCE TERMINALS AND OPENINGS OF OUTDOOR APPLIANCES Rinnai Australia - 32 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12... - Page 35 AS/NZS 5601 for details. Location of gas booster flue terminal must be in accordance with Figure 6.2 of AS/NZS 5601. Rinnai Australia - 33 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 36 INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE - GAS BOOSTED SYSTEMS Glass Lined SG175, ESG175, SG215 or ESG215 with SGPKIT2 Figure 32 - Glass Lined Gas SG175, ESG175, SG215 or ESG215 with SGPKIT2 Rinnai Australia - 34 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 37 Adaptor Rp ¾ x G ¾ (flexi) 16601006 Cold Inlet Copper T 11603921 Warranty booklet 15401041 Screws 22601048 STC form Operation and 15401023 Installation Manual 15401021 Rinnai Australia - 35 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual - Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 38 INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE - GAS BOOSTED SYSTEMS Glass Lined SG175, ESG175, SG215 or ESG215 with SGPKIT2A Figure 33 - Glass Lined Gas SG175, ESG175, SG215 or ESG215 with SGPKIT2A Rinnai Australia - 36 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12...
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- Page 40 Glass Lined SG270, ESG270, SG270SL, ESG270SL, SG340, ESG340, SG320SL or ESG320SL with SGPKIT3 Figure 34 - Glass Lined Gas SG270, ESG270, SG270SL, ESG270SL, SG340, ESG340, SG320SL or ESG320SL with SGPKIT3 Rinnai Australia - 38 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 41 Temperature Sensor with 2 m lead Mounting Template Part of Pump and Controller Assembly (39001735), but shown separately 15401034 for clarity in diagrams 31002710 Rinnai Australia - 39 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual - Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 42 Glass Lined SG270, ESG270, SG270SL, ESG270SL, SG340, ESG340, SG320SL or ESG320SL with SGPKIT3A Figure 35 - Glass Lined Gas SG270, ESG270, SG270SL, ESG270SL, SG340, ESG340, SG320SL or ESG320SL with SGPKIT3A Rinnai Australia - 40 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 43 Temperature Sensor with 2 m lead Mounting Template Part of Pump and Controller Assembly (39001735), but shown separately 15401034 for clarity in diagrams 31002710 Rinnai Australia - 41 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual - Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 44 INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE - GAS BOOSTED SYSTEMS Stainless Steel Gas Boosted with USKIT1 Figure 36 - Stainless Steel Gas Boosted with USKIT1 Rinnai Australia - 42 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 45 Gas Booster Mounting Brackets STC form 1 x tabs bent 15401023 26601098 1 x tabs unbent 26601096 Screws 22601048 Gas Booster Mounting Template (Prestige Gas) 15401040 Rinnai Australia - 43 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual - Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 46 INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE - GAS BOOSTED SYSTEMS Stainless Steel Gas Boosted with USKIT1A Figure 37 - Stainless Steel Gas Boosted with USKIT1A Rinnai Australia - 44 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 47 Gas Booster Mounting Brackets STC form 1 x tabs bent 15401023 26601098 1 x tabs unbent 26601096 Screws 22601048 Gas Booster Mounting Template (Prestige Gas) 15401040 Rinnai Australia - 45 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual - Version 9 - 21/11/12...
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Page 48: Installation Procedure
Hot water return from collectors 250 mm Heat Trap Figure 38 - Heat Trap Rinnai Australia - 46 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12... -
Page 49: Filling The System
Operate the easing gear of both the PTR and ECV valves at the storage cylinder to ensure these valves are functional. Rinnai Australia - 47 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual - Version 9 - 21/11/12... -
Page 50: Checking Solar Pump Operation
1, 2 & 3 0.50 0.50 1.25 1.25 2.10 2.10 Gas Boosted 1 x SP250A when used with 0.50 0.35 an SG175, ESG175, SG215 or ESG215 cylinder Rinnai Australia - 48 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12... -
Page 51: Pre Solar Heating Checks
The hot water delivery temperature should not exceed 50°C or 45°C as detailed in the section See “HOT WATER DELIVERY TEMPERATURE” on page 18. Rinnai Australia - 49 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual - Version 9 - 21/11/12... -
Page 52: Solar Heating
6. Disconnect the connection between the solar 'flow pipe' and solar pump. 7. Disconnect the connection between the solar 'return pipe' and the cylinder. 8. The cylinder and solar collectors will now drain completely. Rinnai Australia - 50 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12... -
Page 53: Overview Of System Components
HOT WATER STORAGE AND DELIVERY TEMPERATURES Australian Standards require a minimum storage cylinder thermostat set point of 60°C. Rinnai Australia - 51 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12... - Page 54 INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE - ELECTRIC BOOSTED SYSTEMS Glass Lined Electric Boosted Systems with USKIT1 Figure 42 - Glass Lined Electric Boosted Systems with USKIT1 Rinnai Australia - 52 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12...
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- Page 56 INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE - ELECTRIC BOOSTED SYSTEMS Glass Lined Electric Boosted Systems with USKIT1A Figure 43 - Glass Lined Electric Boosted Systems with USKIT1A Rinnai Australia - 54 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 57 Part of Pump and Controller Assembly (39001735), but shown separately for clarity in diagrams 31002710 Screws 22601048 Operation and Installation Manual 15401021 Warranty booklet 15401041 STC form 15401023 Rinnai Australia - 55 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 58 INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE - ELECTRIC BOOSTED SYSTEMS Stainless Steel Electric Boosted with USKIT1 Figure 44 - Stainless Steel Electric Boosted with USKIT1 Rinnai Australia - 56 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 59 3DUW RI 3XPS DQG &RQWUROOHU $VVHPEO\ EXW VKRZQ VHSDUDWHO\ IRU FODULW\ LQ GLDJUDPV 31002710 Screws 22601048 Operation and Installation Manual 15401021 Warranty booklet 15401041 STC form 15401023 Rinnai Australia - 57 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 60 INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE - ELECTRIC BOOSTED SYSTEMS Stainless Steel Electric Boosted with USKIT1A Figure 45 - Stainless Steel Electric Boosted with USKIT1A Rinnai Australia - 58 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 61 3DUW RI 3XPS DQG &RQWUROOHU $VVHPEO\ EXW VKRZQ VHSDUDWHO\ IRU FODULW\ LQ GLDJUDPV 31002710 Screws 22601048 Operation and Installation Manual 15401021 Warranty booklet 15401041 STC form 15401023 Rinnai Australia - 59 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12...
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Page 62: Installation Procedure
Heat Trap Figure 38 - Heat Trap Rinnai Australia - 60 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12... - Page 63 Discuss power supply requirements with the end user and electricity supply authority as required. Rinnai Australia - 61 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12...
- Page 64 70°C. In systems with both a lower and upper (or booster) element, the thermostat set point of the lower element should be between 60°C and 70°C and the upper element 50°C - 60°C. Rinnai Australia - 62 -...
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Page 65: Filling The System
Figure 41 - Adjusting Flow Control Valve The installer will need to set the flow rate to the value shown in Table 11 below. Rinnai Australia - 63 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12... -
Page 66: Solar Heating
Also explain to the householder the importance of carrying out Maintenance as per separate warranty document. Leave this Operating/Installation Manual with the householder. Warranty documentation is provided in a separate warranty manual. Rinnai Australia - 64 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12... -
Page 67: Draining Instructions
6. Disconnect the connection between the solar 'flow pipe' and solar pump. 7. Disconnect the connection between the solar 'return pipe' and the cylinder. 8. The cylinder and solar collectors will now drain completely. Rinnai Australia - 65 - Solar Split Systems Operating / Installation Manual Version 9 - 21/11/12... -
Page 68: Contact Information
Fax: 1300 555 655* *Cost of a local call Higher from mobile or public phones. 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 Hot Water Service Line requires a service, please call our National Help Line.