Rinnai Energysavers RHFE-309FT Operation And Installation Manual

Rinnai Energysavers RHFE-309FT Operation And Installation Manual

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Operation and Installation Manual
NOT INTENDED FOR FIREPLACE INSERT.
Appliance must be installed with a Rinnai supplied flue system. For flueing installation
details refer to separate instructions.
Appliance must be installed, commissioned and serviced by a licensed tradesperson in
accordance with these instructions and all applicable local rules and regulations.
Owner, please retain this manual for future reference.
Energysavers
RHFE-309FT and RHFE-559FT
Approved by the Asthma and
Respiratory Foundation
®

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  • Page 1 Approved by the Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NOT INTENDED FOR FIREPLACE INSERT. Appliance must be installed with a Rinnai supplied flue system. For flueing installation details refer to separate instructions. Appliance must be installed, commissioned and serviced by a licensed tradesperson in accordance with these instructions and all applicable local rules and regulations.
  • Page 2 3 below, Rinnai New Zealand Limited supervising gas fitter’s registration number (“Rinnai”) will, at its own discretion, either and the gas fitting certification number. replace or repair any defective product at 4. This warranty commences from the date of no charge to the customer.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Flueing: Installation configurations Energysaver installation ® Installer details Wiring diagram WARNING Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury or loss of life. For assistance or additional information contact Rinnai on 0800 RINNAI (0800 746 624).
  • Page 4: About Your Energysaver

    About your Energysaver ® At Rinnai, we’re committed to a positive future for New Zealand and our customers. Our high efficiency Energysaver range not only ensures a warm home, but a healthy home. ® Rinnai Energysavers are simple to operate, the layout below highlights where some of the key components are positioned.
  • Page 5: Safety Devices

    In the event of a power failure or power cut, the gas valves will automatically close. After the power is reinstated the appliance will automatically restart. The time of day will need to be reset to the current time. Rinnai New Zealand Energysaver Operation and Installation Manual: ®...
  • Page 6 About your Energysaver ® Control panel layout (both models) Rinnai New Zealand Energysaver Operation and Installation Manual: ® RHFE-309FT and RHFE-559FT (01-10)
  • Page 7: Safety

    Keep the heater Always turn the away from heater OFF after flammable use. materials. Do not allow curtains or other combustible materials to come into contact with the appliance. Rinnai New Zealand Energysaver Operation and Installation Manual: ® RHFE-309FT and RHFE-559FT (01-10)
  • Page 8 This heater must not be built-in. The clearances FRONT shown 1000 mm must be maintained 50 mm 50 mm (including LEFT SIDE RIGHT SIDE curtains). Rinnai New Zealand Energysaver Operation and Installation Manual: ® RHFE-309FT and RHFE-559FT (01-10)
  • Page 9: General Information

    Humidifier tray Ensure the access panel and humidifier tray are in place before using your Energysaver ® Rinnai recommend you fill the tray to the water level indicator as marked—taking care not to overfill. Rinnai New Zealand Energysaver Operation and Installation Manual: ®...
  • Page 10: Outside Flue Terminal

    Rinnai has a maintenance, service and spare parts network with personnel who are fully trained and equipped to give the best advice on your Rinnai appliance. If your appliance needs maintenance or servicing for repair, please call Rinnai (0800 746 624) from a land line and select option one for a service centre in your area.
  • Page 11: Heater Operation

    15 seconds. After this, it will be necessary to press the ON/OFF button OFF then ON again. If the appliance fails to ignite after four attempts, contact Rinnai as a service call may be required.
  • Page 12 Fan operation The fan turns on automatically when the heater warms up and when it cools down. This helps prevent cold draughts and maximises efficiency. Rinnai New Zealand Energysaver Operation and Installation Manual: ® RHFE-309FT and RHFE-559FT (01-10)
  • Page 13: Setting The Clock And Timers

    Don’t worry if you make a mistake during programming. By pressing the Set Times button you can cycle through the different programming options (clocks and timers) and change if required. Rinnai New Zealand Energysaver Operation and Installation Manual: ®...
  • Page 14: Operating The Timers

    Timer programs but the clock will stop at the time the power goes off. The clock will restart when the power comes back on, but the time will be slow by the duration of the power failure. Rinnai New Zealand Energysaver Operation and Installation Manual: ®...
  • Page 15: Operation: Other Features

    These louvres are not designed to be adjusted more than six times as the louvres will weaken and break. Rinnai New Zealand Energysaver Operation and Installation Manual: ®...
  • Page 16: Care Of Your Energysaver

    Ensure the fan filter is fitted back into the appliance after cleaning. DO NOT operate the appliance without the filter in place. WARNING Rinnai New Zealand Energysaver Operation and Installation Manual: ® RHFE-309FT and RHFE-559FT (01-10)
  • Page 17: Error Code Messages

    In all cases, you may be able to clear the error message by turning the heater off then on again. If the error message remains or returns when the heater is used again, contact Rinnai or a Rinnai Service Centre.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Check the following information before making a service call as some performance characteristics are a normal part of operation. If you are still unsure or concerned after reading this section, please contact Rinnai. Using the heater for the first time or after long periods of non-use Ignition may not occur the first time it is operated due to air in the gas pipes.
  • Page 19 Cancel ON Timer or press  the Override button Gas turned off at Turn gas on at meter  meter Child Lock set Deactivate Child Lock  Rinnai New Zealand Energysaver Operation and Installation Manual: ® RHFE-309FT and RHFE-559FT (01-10)
  • Page 20: Installer Information

    Check all components have been supplied and that you have the correct gas type. The carton should contain: 1 x Rinnai space heater (RHFE-309FT or RHFE-559FT) 1 x Rear cover set, comprising of left, right and top cover panels 1 x Bolt pack containing: •...
  • Page 21: Specification

    230 V 50 Hz with supply cord and 3-pin plug Centrifugal drum type fan Cross flow fan Gas Connection R½ male (15 mm) Gas Control Rinnai electronic modulating gas control valve Gas Type NG and ULPG Humidifier Tray Capacity 0.7 L 1.0 L Ignition Direct continuous spark electronic ignition—no pilot...
  • Page 22: Dimensions

    Dimensions (mm) RHFE-309FT RHFE-559FT Rinnai New Zealand Energysaver Operation and Installation Manual: ® RHFE-309FT and RHFE-559FT (01-10)
  • Page 23: Positioning, Gas And Electrical Supply

    (cord supplied is 1500 mm). It must not be above the unit as this is a potential fire hazard. If the supply cord is damaged and requires replacing, it must be replaced by a licensed tradesperson. This must be a genuine replacement part available from Rinnai. RHFE-309FT RHFE-559FT...
  • Page 24: Flueing: General

    Flueing: General For all installations a Rinnai Energysaver flue system MUST BE used. The flue system ® must be fully assembled and secured in place before the heater is installed. IMPORTANT For detailed flueing instructions refer to the Energysaver Flue Installation Manual supplied ®...
  • Page 25 For horizontal and down and out installations there must be a continuous fall of at least 2 °. This equates to approximately 20 mm per metre to the termination point to drain condensate. For standard direct flueing the Rinnai flue kits have an inbuilt 2 ° fall.
  • Page 26: Flueing: Installation Configurations

    Direct Flue Kit Co-axial Flue Pipe 900 mm Co-axial Flue Pipe 900 mm Bends (2 x 45 °) Bends (2 x 45 °) Condensate Trap Condensate Trap Roof Cowl Rinnai New Zealand Energysaver Operation and Installation Manual: ® RHFE-309FT and RHFE-559FT (01-10)
  • Page 27 Adaptor Kit Co-axial Flue Pipe 900 mm Co-axial Flue Pipe 900 mm Bends (2 x 45 °) Bends (2 x 45 °) Back Spacer Kit Wall Terminal Rinnai New Zealand Energysaver Operation and Installation Manual: ® RHFE-309FT and RHFE-559FT (01-10)
  • Page 28: Energysaver ® Installation

    Securing brackets Heater centre Line Floor Level Attach the two securing brackets supplied to the wall using the two 8 g x 30 mm screws (or suitable equivalent). Rinnai New Zealand Energysaver Operation and Installation Manual: ® RHFE-309FT and RHFE-559FT (01-10)
  • Page 29 Ensure you leave the completed checklist with the customer. Explain to the customer about the use and care of the unit and that they understand the instructions and operation of the Rinnai Energysaver ®...
  • Page 30: Installer Details

    Installer name:_______________________________________________________________ Address:____________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ Phone:_______________________________ Mobile:______________________________ Certificate of Compliance number for installation:____________________________________ Signed:______________________________ Date:_______________________________ Installer, please remember to complete and leave the Commissioning Checklist with the customer. Rinnai New Zealand Energysaver Operation and Installation Manual: ® RHFE-309FT and RHFE-559FT (01-10)
  • Page 31: Wiring Diagram

    Flame Rod grey Convection Fan Motor orange Sparker brown OH. TH Overheat Thermistor SV1~2 Solenoid Valve 1~2 Combustion Fan Motor OHS. 1~2 Overheat Switch 1~2 Terminal Block Rinnai New Zealand Energysaver Operation and Installation Manual: ® RHFE-309FT and RHFE-559FT (01-10)
  • Page 32 (09) 257 3899 Email: info@rinnai.co.nz Websites: www.rinnai.co.nz and www.rinnai-tradesmart.co.nz All Rinnai appliances meet or exceed the safety standards required by New Zealand gas and electrical regulations. Rinnai is constantly improving its products and as such information and specifications are subject to change or variation without notice.

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