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Ñ Energysaver Heater RHFE-1004FTR Customer page 2 Installer page 18 This appliance shall be installed in accordance with: ・Manufacturer's Instructions ・Local Authority Building Codes ・NZS 5261 Installation Code for Gas Burning Equipment ・Any other relevant Statutory Regulation This appliance must be installed, serviced and removed by an authorised...
CONTENTS Features of your 1004 FTR …………………………………………………………………………… 2 Getting to know your New 1004 FTR ………………………………………………………………… 3 Control Panel Layout …………………………………………………………………………………… 4 Important Points ………………………………………………………………………………………… 5 Customers Operating Information How to Operate the Heater …………………………………………………………………………… 7 Adjusting Temperature ………………………………………………………………………………… 8 Economy Mode …………………………………………………………………………………………...
FEATURES OF YOUR 1004 FTR Push button ignition : Only one touch of the ON / OFF button is required to operate the heater. Dual Timer : The dual timer allows you to program the heater to come on for two separate periods each day, usually one period in the morning and one period in the evening.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NEW 1004FTR ilt r e CONTROL PANEL OPERATION/TEMP- ERATURE CONTROL DISPLAY FILTER INDICATOR OPERATION INDICATOR WARM AIR OUTLET HUMIDIFIER OPEN THE DOOR AND POUR WATER INTO THE TRAY. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR GAS CONNECTION AIR FILTER 1/2" BSP(15mm) FLUE TERMINAL (“A”...
IMPORTANT POINTS Do not use for any other purpose except These clearances should be maintained at all heating. times. 250mm 50mm 50mm 1000mm Do not allow curtains or other flammable Keep flammable materials, trees shrubs etc. materials to come into contact with the away from flue terminal.
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IMPORTANT POINTS Don’t allow children to ‘post’ articles in the Don’t place any articles containing liquids on louvres. top of the heater. Don’t spray aerosols on the heater whilst it is Do not place articles on or against the heater. in operation.
HOW TO OPERATE THE HEATER ■ Turning ON ● Press the ON/OFF button ON / OFF ・The ON indicator will illuminate green. ・The convection fan will rotate. ・Ignition will take 5 ∼ 10 seconds and the ON / Combustion indicator will change from green to red to let you know that the burner has ignited.
ADJUSTING TEMPERATURE Displaying, setting adjusting room temperature can only be done when the heater is operating. ・When the unit is first operated, the room temperature is set at 22℃ . Clock Timer 1 ・Set the desired room temperature with the on off Timer 2 up and down buttons while looking at the...
ECONOMY MODE The Economy Mode, when selected, has the ability to reduce gas consumption and ultimately save energy. Once a room has reached the desired temperature, the unit will automatically begin reducing the set temperature gradually. This reduction is normally not noticeable, however, it is purely your choice whether to select this mode.
FUNCTION LOCK The Function Lock will help to prevent accidental operation as well as small children from altering the heater settings. Clock Timer 1 Timer 1 on off Timer 2 Room The Function Lock can be operated either when the heater is running, or in the “stand by”...
OVERRIDE FUNCTION This function is used to manually override the current operation of the heater. For example ; if the heater is in standby mode (ie. between finishing time and starting time of a Timer) and the Override button is selected, then the heater will begin to operate, and heat the room. Timer 2 Timer 1 Temp...
SETTING CLOCK When the appliance is first plugged in and then turned on, the Digital Display will show As an example let’s set the clock to 10:35am. (See page 4 for complete Control Panel Layout.) Clock Timer 1 Timer 2 Timer 1 on off Timer 2...
PROGRAMMING THE ON / OFF TIMER (S) Before programming the Timers you must ensure that the clock has been set to the correct time. See page 12. As an example let’s programme Timer 1 to heat the room by 7:10AM and finish at 9:30AM. Clock Timer 1 on off...
OPERATING THE HEATER TIMER (S) Before operating The Timer(s), the clock time must be correct, and a starting time and finishing time for the Timer(s) must be programmed. See pages 12 and 13. The two Timers operate in the same way. This heater does not commence operation at the programmed starting time.
PRE-HEAT FUNCTION This function operates automatically in conjunction with either of the Timers. When a Timer is selected, the heater may operate anywhere within an hour prior to the programmed starting time of the Timer. The Pre-heat function will automatically heat a room to the pre-set temperature by the programmed ON-Time.
The heater and its flue must be installed correctly by an authorised person, and the installation must conform to all local regulations. The installation also must comply with the instructions supplied by Rinnai. This heater must be serviced, installed and removed by an authorised person.
REMOTE CONTROL ■ Note ・Some fluorescent lights may interfere with the transmission of remote control signals. In this case changing the position from which you are operating the remote control may help. ・Avoid leaving the remote control in direct sunlight and do not place the remote close to the louvres of the heater.
LOCATION When positioning the unit the main points This unit is not designed to be built in. governing the location are : (1) Flueing (2) Warm Air Distribution. This heater must not be installed where curtains or other combustible materials could come into contact with it.
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Do not flue into natural draught flues or flue kits. fireplaces, this unit can only be used with a Standard installation of flue manifold. Rinnai flue kit. Diagram below shows minimum clearances (A flue kit is available to flue right through to and distances from obstructions.
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LOCATION Do not install the unit in an unusually dusty FOR WEATHERBOARD WALLS DRILL area. THROUGH CENTRE OF WEATHERBOARD FROM OUTSIDE, THEN DRILL FROM INSIDE THROUGH PLASTERBOARD. (mm) Use flue guard if the terminal is easily accessible to children. Check local regulations. When drilling the flue hole, check for water Flue guards are available as an optional and gas pipes and electric cables before...
Refer to local gas authority for confirmation of gas type if in doubt. Refer to data plate located inside front panel. Check for damage. if the unit is damaged contact your supplier or Rinnai. Do not install a damaged unit before checking with your supplier.
SLEEVE AND MANIFOLD INSTALLATION (“A” Flue supplied as standard) METHOD FOR STANDARD WALLS 1. Dis-assemble Manifold from Sleeve. The Flue consists of 3 parts, sleeve, inside connectors and tube, outside terminal, (dis- assemble by pulling hard on outside terminal and inner connections, then pull sleeve off outer terminal).
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SLEEVE AND MANIFOLD INSTALLATION (“A” Flue supplied as standard) METHOD FOR STANDARD WALLS 5. Check rubber seal is in place on terminal. Terminal seal (Add "weather board" For weather board walls, add spare rubber seal here) seal provided to compensate for weather board angle.
FITTING UNIT Fix Flue Adapter to Flue. Air Inlet Hose Manifold with Locking Clamp S as shown Connect Air Inlet Hose to Manifold Inlet. below. Do not kink the hose. Secure with plastic tie as-shown below. Locking clamp S Flue Manifold Plastic tie Flue Adapter Inlet elbow...
FITTING UNIT 3. Fit the screw clamp between the sliding 4. Slide the insulation sleeve up to the flue tube and the flue elbow. Secure with the manifold. slip the securing clip over the 4 mm screw supplied. The flue outlet is sleeve as shown.
Up to 10mm Adjustable Leg OPTIONAL FLOOR BRACKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR COMMERCIAL INSTRUCTIONS. If necessary the unit can be levelled using the adjustable legs under the front right and left hand side legs. INSTALLATION CHECK Please contact Rinnai – 26 –...
“ON” Timer is set Cancel“ON”Timer ● ● Gas turned off at meter Turn gas on ● Function Lock Set Cancel Function Lock If you are unsure about the way the unit is operating, contact Rinnai or your agent. – 27 –...
PRE-SERVICE CHECK Before asking for a service call please check the following. These points are part of the normal operation of the unit. At ignition : The fan is started automatically after a short delay. Warm air does not start when the burner This is to allow the heat exchanger to warm up, lights.
In all cases, you may be able to clear the Error Message simply by turning the heater OFF, then ON again. 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.
This helps to prevent cold draughts and maximises efficiency. SERVICE Rinnai New Zealand has a New Zealand wide service network please call 0800 RINNAI to get in contact with your nearest Service Center. Rinnai recommend that this appliance is serviced every 2 years.
GUARANTEE DEAR CUSTOMER THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING THIS RINNAI APPLIANCE. WE ARE PLEASED TO ADVISE THAT RINNAI PRODUCTS ARE NOW COVERED BY A 2 YEAR. GUARANTEE: FREE PARTS AND LABOUR FOR THE FIRST YEAR AND PARTS ONLY FOR THE SECOND YEAR.
Rinnai part number 90161894 Centrifugal 7 Speed Fan 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 specifications are subject to change or variation without notice.