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HOME OWNER / INSTALLER
THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ IN ITS
ENTIRETY BEFORE OPERATING HEATER
GAS DIRECT VENT WALL FURNACE
Owner's Operation and Installation Manual
WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
─ Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
─ WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in
your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone.
Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
─ Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, permanently
located, manufactured home (USA) or mobile home, where not
prohibited by local codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on
the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with
other gases, unless a certified kit is used.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
Register your product at www.rinnairegistration.com or
call 1-866-RINNAI1 (746-6241)
FOR YOUR SAFETY
RHFE-1004FA
ENERGYSAVER

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  • Page 1 HOME OWNER / INSTALLER FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE OPERATING HEATER RHFE-1004FA ENERGYSAVER GAS DIRECT VENT WALL FURNACE Owner’s Operation and Installation Manual WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY DEVICES ....................1 IMPORTANT POINTS / USAGE AND INSTALLATION MUSTS ......3 DIMENSIONS ......................5 SPECIFICATIONS ....................6 SAFETY POINTS ....................8 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NEW RHFE-1004FA ..........10 CONTROL PANEL ....................11 CUT-AWAY DIAGRAM ...................12 NOTICE BEFORE INSTALLATION ...............13 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ................14 GAS CONNECTION ....................15 VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES ..............16...

  • Page 3: Features Of The Rhfe-1004Fa Units

    FEATURES OF THE RHFE-1004FA UNITS ◆ Clean Heating Forced Flue Type ◆ Easy Operation One-Touch Ignition ◆ Sensible Temperature Control Feature ◆ Comfortable Room Temperature Control and Display ◆ Warm Air Outlet at Floor Level (Keeps Your Feet Warm) ◆ Child Safety Lock ◆...
  • Page 4 This safety device cuts off gas passage and stops operation. Local and state codes must be adhered to prior to installation. Rinnai is continually updating and improving products therefore specifications are subject to change without prior notice. NAT. Minimum supply gas pressure 5.0"...

  • Page 5: Important Points / Usage And Installation Musts

    8. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases, unless a certified kit is used. If a conversion of the unit is needed, conversions must be performed at Rinnai America or anthorized agent at owner's expense.
  • Page 6 You must also readjust manifold gas pressure to specifications indicated in the conversion manual. If in doubt contact Rinnai America for assistance. 24. Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the appliance.

  • Page 7: Dimensions

    DIMENSIONS inches (mm) FLUE MANIFOLD POSITION Center of hole for flue manifold can be drilled anywhere within the shaded area. (To avoid studs, etc.) FOR WEATHERBOARD WALLS DRILL THROUGH CENTER OF WEATHER BOARD FROM OUTSIDE, THEN DRILL FROM INSIDE THROUGH PLASTERBOARD. Flue Hole 14 1/16"...

  • Page 8: Specifications

    HI:360.5 36,500 29,200 SPECIFICATIONS Type of Appliance Fan forced flued gas furnace Model RHFE-1004FA ENERGYSAVER Width 36 5/8" (930mm) Dimensions Depth 12 3/8" with back spacer (315mm with back spacer) Height 26 3/8" (670mm) Weight Approx. 90 lbs. Electrical AC 120V 60Hz 121 watts Connections Gas 1/2"...
  • Page 9 Flame failure – Flame rod Over heat – Bi-metal switch, thermal fuse, thermistor Power failure – PCB Safety Devices Power surge – 5 Amp. fuse Fan delay – Micro computer timer Pre-purge – Combustion fan, pre-purge timer, spark sensor Room over heat – Automatic cut off at 104°F after 10 minutes Noise Level Range HI LOW 47 37dB(A) Combustion Method...

  • Page 10: Safety Points

    SAFETY POINTS Do not restrict the warm air discharge by This appliance must not be used for any placing articles in front of the heater. purpose other than heating. Do not spray aerosols while the heater is Do not install the heater in an unusually operating.
  • Page 11 SAFETY POINTS Keep flammable materials, trees, shrubs, Do not allow anyone to poke articles etc., away from the flue terminal. through the louvers. Gasoline LPGAS Filter should be cleaned at regular intervals. Young children should be supervised at all See page 29. times.

  • Page 12: Getting To Know Your New Rhfe-1004Fa

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NEW RHFE-1004FA CONTROL PANEL OPERATION/TEMPE RATURE CONTROL DISPLAY FILTER LAMP OPERATION LAMP WARM AIR OUTLET RATING PLATE MODEL NUMBER, HUMIDIFIER SERIAL NUMBER, OPEN THE DOOR GAS TYPE, ETC. AND POUR WATER INTO THE TRAY. AIR FILTER GAS CONNECTION 1/2"...

  • Page 13: Control Panel

    CONTROL PANEL ALL BUTTONS BEEP WHEN OPERATED. TEMPERATURE ON/OFF BUTTON DISPLAY Easy operation SHOWS EITHER THE One touch ignition TEMPERATURE OR CODED ERROR MESSAGES. CONTROL PANEL Set Temp Room Temp Temp ON/OFF Economy Control Function Lock ENERGY SAVING FUNCTION TEMPERATURE BUTTON LOCK BUTTONS...

  • Page 14: Cut-Away Diagram

    CUT-AWAY DIAGRAM – 12 –...

  • Page 15: Notice Before Installation

    TRAFFIC AND AWAY FROM FURNITURE AND plug. DRAPERIES. CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE ALERTED Rinnai recommends a dedicated electrical circuit. TO THE HAZARDS OF HIGH SURFACE This gas appliance must not be connected to a TEMPERATURES AND SHOULD STAY AWAY TO chimney flue serving a separate solid-fuel burning AVOID BURNS OR CLOTHING IGNITION.

  • Page 16: Installation Instructions

    Refer to local gas authority for confirmation of gas type if in doubt. Refer to data plate located inside of the 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.

  • Page 17: Gas Connection

    GAS CONNECTION 1. The gas supply line shall be gas-tight, sized and so installed as to provide a supply of gas sufficient to meet the maximum demand of the heater without loss of pressure. 2. A shut off valve (and appliance connector valve) should be installed in the upstream of the gas line to permit servicing.

  • Page 18: Vent Termination Clearances

    VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES INSIDE CORNER DETAIL FIXED CLOSED OPERABLE FIXED CLOSED VENT TERMINAL OPERABLE AIR SUPPLY INLET AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED U.S. Installations Canadian Installations DESCRIPTION ＞ ＞ ＞ ＞ ＞ ＞ ＞ ＞ † ‡ † ‡ –...

  • Page 19: Location / Clearances

    Do not flue into natural draught flues or fireplaces, this unit can only be used with one of the five types of Rinnai flue kits. Do not flue unit into other rooms. Flue terminal must be outside. The flue is not designed to be positioned under floors, or below the level of the heater.
  • Page 20 SNOW AREAS Clearance in accordance with local installation codes and the requirements of the gas supplier. Snow In areas subject to heavy snowfall, keep snow clear of flue terminal at all times. STANDARD INSTALLATION OF FLUE MANIFOLD. Diagram below shows minimum clearances and distances from obstructions.

  • Page 21: Sleeve And Manifold Installation

    SLEEVE AND MANIFOLD INSTALLATION METHOD FOR STANDARD WALLS 1. Disassemble Manifold from Sleeve. The flue consists of 3 parts, sleeve, inside connectors and tube, outside terminal; (dis-assembly by pulling hard on outside terminal and inner connections, then pull sleeve off outer terminal.) Sleeve Terminal Connection...
  • Page 22 5. Check rubber seal is in place on terminal. *For weather board walls, add spare rubber seal Terminal seal (Add "weather board" provided to compensate for weather board angle. seal here) 6. Installation of Terminal "TOP" mark "A" From outside, insert terminal into sleeve with the “A” Label mark at the top.

  • Page 23: Fitting Unit

    FITTING UNIT 1. Fix Flue Adapter to Flue 4. Secure with plastic tie as shown below. Manifold with PIPE STOPPER S Plastic tie as shown below. Pipe stopper S Flue Adapter Flue Manifold Inlet elbow Inlet hose When servicing unit replace plastic tie with new one.
  • Page 24 Fault-Failure Procedure If unable to get the heater to operate correctly, contact Rinnai directly or your Agent or Gas Utility. SCREW （M5） Do not use electrical extension cords to connect unit to power supply.

  • Page 25: Operating Instruction Label

    OPERATING INSTRUCTION LABEL ENERGYSAVER RHFE-1004FA FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. This appliance does not have a pilot. It is equipped •...

  • Page 26: Additional Customer Operating Information

    ADDITIONAL CUSTOMER OPERATING INFORMATION IGNITION Make certain the heater is connected into both the gas and the electric power. ON/OFF Depress the ignition ON/OFF button slowly and firmly. TEMPERATURE LEVEL When you release the ignition ON/OFF button the Set Temp ‘LED Display will illuminate, the spark will ignite the main Room Temp burner and the Combustion fan will begin to run.
  • Page 27 ROOM TEMPERATURE DISPLAY ‘Temperature is indicated by the L.E.D. display on the control Set Temp panel. The first time when the appliance is turned on, the preset Room Temp temperature ’72 F degrees’(from the factory) will be shown on the L.E.D.dispIay. Every time the Set Temp has been changed,that set temperature will be latest data appearing on the L.E.D.
  • Page 28 Front: At least 40" (1m) (50mm) 40" (1m) Rinnai recommends 10" (250mm) clearance on both sides for future servicing. I Watch for falling objects ! ! ! Do not place under a shelf or in other locations where there is a danger of an object falling on the unit.
  • Page 29 In case of an emergency (e.g., abnormal overheating of the unit, loud noise), always stay calm, turn the unit off by pushing the ON/OFF button, close the gas valve and contact your dealer or the Rinnai office or store near you.
  • Page 30 CAUTION: If you find a problem with the air supply/exhaust do not use the unit. Contact your dealer or the nearest Rinnai office. Function Lock The Function lock feature prevents accidents due to tampering by small children. I Press both“ ” and “ ” button at the same time.
  • Page 31 Adding Water to Humidifier: Humidifier Tray So that you can humidify the air your RHFE-UNIT is fitted with an enamelled tray behind the air Max. Fill Line outlet. To fill the tray, open the door as shown in the diagram and pour water into the tray using the spout built into the door.

  • Page 32: Testing

    Purge air from gas line. If unable to get the unit to operate correctly, contact Refer to pipe sizing chart if in doubt about the size of Rinnai Agent, or Gas Utility. Please read the fault the gas line. finding charts before reporting faults.

  • Page 33: Pre-Service Check

    Heater will not re-ignite after overheating. Even after unit has cooled down the heater does not ignite again. Repair is necessary. Contact your local agent or Rinnai for a Service call. I When the unit is turned off. Convection fan continues to run after This is to remove the residual heat from the heat exchanger, the fan will stop turning OFF.

  • Page 34: Trouble Shooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING Your RHFE-1004FA requires very little maintenance, simply clean the rear fan filter as needed and wipe the outer case and louver section with a damp cloth. Problem Remedy Cause Not Plugged In Plug In Re-ignite manually after Power Cut...

  • Page 35: Error Messages

    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.

  • Page 36: Maintenance / Service

    MAINTENANCE / SERVICE MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS VISUAL CHECK SATISFACTORY This heater has been designed and constructed for a long performance life when installed and operated FRONT VIEW properly under normal conditions. Regular inspections, as outlined in this section, are strongly recommended as means of keeping your heater operating efficiently throughout the season.

  • Page 37: Wiring Diagram

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  • Page 38: Warranty Information

    CONSUMER SUPPORT Warranty Information The installer is responsible for your heater’s correct installation. Please complete the information below to keep for your records: Purchased from: Address: Phone: Date of Purchase: Model No.: Serial No.: Installed by: Installer’s License No.: Address: Phone: Date of Installation: Limited Warranty...
  • Page 39 What will Rinnai do? Rinnai will repair any part or component that is defective in materials or workmanship as set forth as follows. All repair parts must be genuine Rinnai parts. All repairs or replacements must be performed by an individual or servicing company that has been authorized by Rinnai.

  • Page 40: Schematic Diagram

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  • Page 47: Parts List

    PARTS LIST DRAWING No. PART NAME REMARKS 1004FA 1004FA-W 1004FA-S 1001F-073 SIDE PANEL 1001F-073-4 SIDE PANEL D 1001F-073-5 SIDE PANEL E 1004F-2071 TOP PLATE 1004F-2071-3 TOP PLATE C 1004F-2071-4 TOP PLATE D 1004F-2073-2 OPERATION LID B 1004F-2073-6 OPERATION LID F 1004F-2073-8 OPERATION LID H 556F-558-2...
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  • Page 50 DRAWING No. PART NAME REMARKS 1004FA 1004FA-W 1004FA-S 1004F-2058 SV.IG LEAD ASS’Y 1004F-2061 TF LEAD ASS’Y CP-74167-13 RATING PLATE CP-74167-14 RATING PLATE CP-74168-13 RATING PLATE CP-74168-14 RATING PLATE 1004F-2093 OPERATION LABEL 1001F-1651 FILTER LABEL 556F-2065 CAUTION LABEL 1001F-1656 CAUTION MARK 431F-1840 PROPANE STICKER 431F-1841...
  • Page 51 Vent sizes: 5 Vent lengths are available. inch (mm) Vent suits walls 3" 4 1/2" (75 115) Vent suits walls 4 1/2" 9 1/2" (115 240) Vent suits walls 9 1/2" 15 3/4" (240 400) Vent suits walls 15 3/4" 23 5/8" (400 600) Vent suits walls 23 5/8"...

  • Page 52: Rhfe-1004Fa Flow Diagram

    RHFE-1004FA FLOW DIAGRAM – 50 –...

  • Page 53: Extended Flue Pipe Kit

    EXTENSION SET PARTS AND INSTALLATION GUIDE FOT 102 FOT 103 FOT 114 FOT 115 • This extension set is to be used for installations requiring extra distance. MAXIMUM VENT LENGTH 13' WITH 2 ELBOWS I NAMES AND NUMBERS OF PARTS A FOT-102(11.4-20.3 inch) B FOT-103(21.0-39.6 inch) EXHAUST PIPE...
  • Page 54 I TYPES COMPATIBLE WITH EXTENSION SET RHFE-1004FA INSTALLING AN EXTENSION KIT Installing an extension kit requires construction of an air line and the exhaust line. The air line is connected between the Air Supply Elbow at the rear of the heater and the air inlet port on the Flue pipe.
  • Page 55 1. How to connect exhaust pipes Exhaust pipe Exhaust pipe Fit inside Male end Male end Female end Female end Pipe stopper B Pipe stopper B Pipe stopper A To connect the exhaust pipes, fit the male end into the female end and clamp with pipe stopper A to prevent slipping.
  • Page 56 I CAUTIONS 1. Maximum extendable length 2. To prevent water condensation FOR BEST ROOM AIR HUMIDITY, KEEP WATER IN THE HUMIDIFIER TRAY. Condensed water may accumulate here, and cause a blockage preventing combustion. CAUTION ・13 feet, 2 bends Never allow the exhaust pipe to sag, as condensed ・The bend where the hose and pipes leave the body is water may accumulate and cause incomplete not counted.
  • Page 57 4. Wherever the air intake hose and exhaust pipe run sideways, try to have the exhaust pipe on top (to prevent the air intake hose from sagging onto the exhaust pipe). Exhaust pipe Exhaust pipe Air intake hose Air intake hose QUALIFIED INSTALLING AGENCY The installation must conform to local codes, in the absence of local codes, the installation must...

  • Page 58: Technical Data

    GAS SUPPLY PRESSURE NATURAL PROPANE 5.0"W.C. MINIMUM 11.0"W.C. MAXIMUM 10.5"W.C. 13.0"W.C. The minimum inlet gas supply pressures is for the purpose of input adjustment. Heaters may be converted from one gas to another using Rinnai conversion kits. – 56 –...
  • Page 60 Peachtree City, Georgia ３ ０ ２ ６ ９ Tel: １ -８ ０ ０-６ ２ １-９ ４ １ ９ Fax: １ -８ ８ ８-４ ７ ４-６ ６ ２ ４ www.rinnai.us Register your product at www.rinnairegistration.com or call 1-866-RINNAI1 (746-6241) 1004F-2090×11 （00）...

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