Rinnai RHFE-309FT Operation & Installation Manual

Rinnai RHFE-309FT Operation & Installation Manual

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Operation & Installation Manual
RHFE-309FT RHFE-559FT RHFE-561FT RHFE-1005FT
RHFE-309FT
RHFE-561FT
RHFE-1005FT
RHFE-559FT
The flue system installation instructions are enclosed with the flue terminal, packaged separately.
This appliance shall be installed in accordance with:
• Manufacturer's Installation Instructions
• Current AS/NZS 5601 AS/NZS 3000
• Local Regulations and Municipal Building Codes including local OH&S requirements
This appliance must be installed, maintained and removed by an Authorised Person.
For continued safety of this appliance it must be installed and maintained in
All Rinnai gas products
are A.G.A. certified.
accordance with the manufacturers instructions.

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  • Page 1 Operation & Installation Manual RHFE-309FT RHFE-559FT RHFE-561FT RHFE-1005FT RHFE-309FT RHFE-561FT RHFE-1005FT RHFE-559FT The flue system installation instructions are enclosed with the flue terminal, packaged separately. This appliance shall be installed in accordance with: • Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions • Current AS/NZS 5601 AS/NZS 3000 •...
  • Page 2 Congratulations on the purchase of your Rinnai Energysaver space heater. We trust you will have many years of comfort and enjoyment from your appliance. BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE OPERATION OR INSTALLATION OF YOUR NEW HEATER PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND GAIN A FULL UNDERSTANDING OF THE REQUIREMENTS, FEATURES AND OPERATION OF YOUR NEW APPLIANCE.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SETTING THE CLOCK - RHFE-1005FT ......................12 DAY LIGHT SAVING AND TIME ADJUSTMENT ALL MODELS ..............12 SETTING THE ON / OFF TIMERS - RHFE-309FT / 559FT / 561FT.............. 13 OPERATING THE TIMERS - RHFE-309FT / 559FT / 561FT................. 13 SETTING THE ON / OFF TIMERS - RHFE-1005FT ..................
  • Page 4: Before You Start

    6g x 10mm button head screws 6g x 8mm pan head screws * This component is supplied with the RHFE-309FT and RHFE-559FT and is ONLY for use with direct flue kit `ESDFK´ installations refer to page 27 for installation details.
  • Page 5: Safety

    DO NOT modify this appliance. Modifying from original specifications may create a dangerous situation and will void your warranty. • Only the flue components specified by Rinnai must be used. • Unpack the heater and check for damage. DO NOT INSTALL A DAMAGED HEATER. If the heater is damaged, contact your supplier for advice.
  • Page 6 A dedicated 230V / 240V 50Hz earthed 10 Amp power point must be used with this appliance. DO NOT use power boards or double adaptors to operate this appliance. The appliance MUST NOT BE located below a power point. Rinnai ES_FT_OIM...
  • Page 7 However if odours persist switch ‘OFF’ the appliance and contact Rinnai. During peak operating periods the filters should be cleaned weekly, however if the “FILTER” warning indicator flashes in the control panel display, turn off the appliance immediately and clean filters before any further use.
  • Page 8: About Your Energy Saver Space Heater

    The integral humidifier tray should not be filled to more than 3/4 full, or more than the MAX Fill line when this is indicated. Questions? Contact Rinnai using the contact numbers listed on the back cover of this booklet for further advice. Rinnai ES_FT_OIM...
  • Page 9: Control Panel General Layout

    Indicates that Timer 1 or Timer 2 has Indicates that the Economy mode is Indicates that the Child / Function been selected to operate. in operation. Lock is activated (see page 11). Indicates set temperature for the dual timer programme is being set. Rinnai ES_FT_OIM...
  • Page 10: Basic Heater Operation

    Before a re-ignition can be attempted it will be necessary to press the 'ON'/'OFF' button 'OFF', then 'ON' again. If the appliance still fails to ignite after 4 attempts, contact Rinnai as a service call may be required. TO TURN THE UNIT ‘OFF’...
  • Page 11: Economy Mode

    Function Lock is activated, it cannot be turned ‘ON’ again until the Child / Function Lock is deactivated. FAN OPERATION The fan turns ‘ON’ automatically when the heat exchanger warms up and turns “OFF” when it cools down. This helps to prevent cold draughts and maximises efficiency. Rinnai ES_FT_OIM...
  • Page 12: Advanced Heater Operation

    ADVANCED HEATER OPERATION (RHFE-1005FT ONLY) SETTING THE CLOCK - RHFE-309FT / 559FT / 561FT --:-- When the appliance is first plugged in or after a power failure, the Digital Display with show As an example, let’s set the clock to 10:35 am: 1.
  • Page 13: Setting The On / Off Timers - Rhfe-309Ft / 559Ft / 561Ft

    ADVANCED HEATER OPERATION (RHFE-1005FT ONLY) SETTING THE ON / OFF TIMERS - RHFE-309FT / 559FT / 561FT Before programming the Timers you must ensure that the clock has been set to the correct time. If during setting no buttons are pressed for 1 minute the setting sequence will automatically cancel NOTE and the display will revert to the normal display.
  • Page 14: Setting The On / Off Timers - Rhfe-1005Ft

    Pre-heat (Combustion). When this time is reached, the Timer indicator will flash and the heater will operate. The ‘ON’ indicator glows red when the heater commences operation. Actual start time will depend on temperature selected and current room temperature. (Refer to “PRE-HEAT” on page 15 for details). Rinnai ES_FT_OIM...
  • Page 15: Set And Forget Operation

    Timers takes over the operation of the appliance. This means that the Override mode will automatically drop out if a programmed starting time is reached. The appliance will then return to operating at the times programmed into the Timer(s). Rinnai ES_FT_OIM...
  • Page 16: Additional Heater Operation Information

    / door as shown in the diagrams below and pour water into the tray using the spout built into the access panel. The air will be humidified as it passes over the water in the tray. RHFE-309FT / 559FT / 561FT RHFE-1005FT Humidifier Tray Max.
  • Page 17: Care And Maintenance

    WARNING FLUE TERMINAL Regularly check the outside flue terminal to make sure it is clear from plant growth and from other obstructions. Refer to “SAFETY” on page 7 for additional requirements. IMPORTANT Rinnai ES_FT_OIM...
  • Page 18: Save A Service Call

    SERVICE Rinnai recommend that this appliance and installation be inspected and serviced every 2 years. If the power supply cord or any other component of the heater are damaged, they must be replaced by Rinnai or a suitably qualified person.
  • Page 19: Trouble Shooting Checklist

    ‘ON’ again. NOTE If the Error Message still remains or returns on the next operation, contact Rinnai or your nearest service agent and arrange for a service call. The Energysaver Range of heaters has the ability to monitor its own operation continuously.
  • Page 20 NOTES Rinnai ES_FT_OIM...
  • Page 21: Installation Manual

    HEATER INSTALLATION .........................27 UNPACKING THE APPLIANCE......................27 CONNECTING THE APPLIANCE TO THE CONSUMER GAS PIPE............. 27 RHFE-309FT / 559FT / 561FT - BACK PANEL INSTALLATION............28 RHFE-1005FT - BACK PANEL INSTALLATION..................29 COMMISSIONING ..........................30 INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST ................30 INSTALLATION RECORD ........................
  • Page 22: Installation General

    Results in ‘room sealed’ appliance. Ignition Direct continuous spark electronic ignition Electrical 230V / 240V 50Hz with supply lead and 3 pin plug Supply Replace ONLY with Rinnai genuine part Standby Power Consumption <1W Centrifugal Drum Cross Flow Centrifugal Drum...
  • Page 23: Dimensions

    INSTALLATION GENERAL DIMENSIONS Gas Inlet Gas Inlet Gas Inlet 114.5 Gas Inlet Rinnai ES_FT_OIM...
  • Page 24: Heater Location

    This heater must not be installed where curtains or other combustible materials could come into contact with it. In some cases curtains may need restraining. For all installations, ONLY Rinnai Energysaver Flue components MUST be used. The Rinnai Energysaver MUST NOT be flued into ‘natural draft’ flue system or via a chimney.
  • Page 25: Flue Installation

    FLUE INSTALLATION TYPES OF FLUE INSTALLATIONS Consult the ‘Energysaver Space Heater Co-Axial Flue Systems Installation Manual’ included with the ‘On Wall’ or ‘Direct’ flue kits for detailed flue installation instructions. Use only Rinnai Flue IMPORTANT components with this appliance. The following configurations are currently available. For alternative configurations contact Rinnai.
  • Page 26: Flue Terminal Location

    AS/NZS 5601 was current at the time of printing this Axial Flue System Installation Manual’) manual, but may have been superseded. It is the installers IMPORTANT responsibility to ensure that the current version of this standard is used. Rinnai ES_FT_OIM...
  • Page 27: Heater Installation

    Refer to the local gas authority for confirmation of gas type if you are in doubt. The heater does not come supplied with flue components. These are purchased separately and ONLY Rinnai Energysaver Co-Axial Flue System Flue components can be used with this NOTE appliance.
  • Page 28: Rhfe-309Ft / 559Ft / 561Ft - Back Panel Installation

    WARNING solution from coming in contact with electrical components. RHFE-309FT / 559FT / 561FT - BACK PANEL INSTALLATION The back panel is NOT an optional component and MUST BE fitted to ensure the correct and safe operation of the appliance while also Left providing concealment and protection of the flue and gas connections.
  • Page 29: Rhfe-1005Ft - Back Panel Installation

    Rear cover panels MUST BE fitted to ensure correct and safe operation of the appliance. WARNING Failure to fit the rear cover panels will result in iv ii inefficient and dangerous operation of the appliance and void the warranty. Rinnai ES_FT_OIM...
  • Page 30: Commissioning

    _____________________________________________________________________ Mobile Phone: _____________________________________________________________________ Compliance Details Certificate of Compliance / Certification Number: ______________________________________________ Authorised Persons - Licence Number: _______________________________________________________ Installers Signature: _____________________________________________________________________ Installation Date: _____________________________________________________________________ Appliance Details Model Number: _____________________________________________________________________ Serial Number: _____________________________________________________________________ Installation Address: _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ Rinnai ES_FT_OIM...
  • Page 31: Final Checklist

    3. The Appliance Test Point (Burner) Pressure is correct for it's particular installation / flue configuration and adjusted if necessary. 4. Have you used only Rinnai Energysaver® flueing components? 5. That the air inlet hose and flue connections are sound? 6.
  • Page 32: Wiring Diagrams

    WIRING DIAGRAMS RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT OH.TH AC24V R.TH CONTROL DISPLAY UNIT SUB-P.C.B. OHS2 TEST SW OHS1 gr/y gy gy gr/y gr/y Note: This connector applicable to RHFE-559FT and RHFE-561FT ONLY! RHFE-561FT OH.TH R.TH CONTROL DISPLAY UNIT OHS2 TEST SW OHS1...
  • Page 33: Rhfe-1005Ft

    WIRING DIAGRAM RHFE-1005FT Rinnai ES_FT_OIM...
  • Page 34 INSTALLATION NOTES Rinnai ES_FT_OIM...
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  • Page 36: Contact Information

    P.O. Box 460 Braeside, Victoria 3195 102808 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 RHF559-1152x06(00) requires service, please call our National Help Line. Rinnai recommends that this appliance be serviced every 2 years.

This manual is also suitable for:

Rhfe-559ftRhfe-561ftRhfe-1005ft

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