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OPERATION & INSTALLATION MANUAL
Power Flued Flamefire Gas Space Heaters
RHFE-952ER & RHFE-1252ER
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 only by an Authorised Person.
All Rinnai gas products
For continued safety of this appliance it must be installed and maintained in
are A.G.A. certified.
accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
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- Page 1 OPERATION & INSTALLATION MANUAL Power Flued Flamefire Gas Space Heaters RHFE-952ER & RHFE-1252ER 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 only by an Authorised Person.
- Page 2 Congratulations on the purchase of your Rinnai RHFE-952ER & RHFE-1252ER Flamefire. 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS........................4 CERTIFICATION .............................. 4 FLUE INSTALLATION MANUAL........................4 CARTON CONTENTS / ITEM CHECKLIST..................... 4 INSTALLATION RECORD.......................5 ABOUT RHFE-952ER / RHFE-1252ER SPACE HEATERS ...............6 GENERAL DESIGN LAYOUT.......................... 6 FEATURES............................... 6 SAFETY............................7 SAFETY DEVICES ............................9 CONTROL PANEL OPERATION ....................10 TO TURN YOUR HEATER ON ........................ -
Page 4: Before You Start
Please keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference. FLUE INSTALLATION MANUAL These instructions are to be used in conjunction with the Rinnai “Power Flued Flamefire Space Heater Co-axial Flue System Installation Manual” supplied with flue kits ASPDFK or ASPKIT03. -
Page 5: Installation Record
The mesh dress guard supplied with this appliance must not be permanently removed as it fulfils an operational safety function. Additional dress guards including free standing types may be used in conjunction with, but not replace, the dress guard supplied with this appliance. Rinnai Australia Operation & Installation Manual... -
Page 6: About Rhfe-952Er / Rhfe-1252Er Space Heaters
ABOUT RHFE-952ER / RHFE-1252ER SPACE HEATERS GENERAL DESIGN LAYOUT Rinnai RHFE952ER - (shown with the ceramic stone set installed) Rinnai RHFE1252ER - (shown with the ceramic log set installed) Appliance push button control panel ON / OFF button Standby Indicator (Red) Room air return / Inlet filters - Dust filter meshing is fixed to the inlets of the room air return. -
Page 7: 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 8 This effect may be amplified if the air in the room contains cooking vapours or cigarette smoke. To avoid this possibility, it is recommended that a mat be placed in front of the appliance, extending at least 750 mm in front of it. Rinnai RHFE 952_1252 OIM...
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Page 9: Safety Devices
Refer to the “CARE AND MAINTENANCE” pages; 13 through 15 for further information. Pressure Relief: The burner box glass panel is secured to the burner box via spring loaded pressure relief fasteners. Rinnai RHFE 952_1252 OIM... -
Page 10: Control Panel Operation
The heater will automatically modulate between flame settings to maintain the default set temperature of 22°C. No control of the flame or heat output is possible via the appliance ON/OFF button. NOTE Rinnai RHFE 952_1252 OIM... -
Page 11: Remote Control Operation
5 seconds after a movement is sensed or when a button is NOTE pressed. Frequent illumination of the back light greatly reduces the remote controls operational battery life, ensure that unnecessary illumination of the display is avoided. Rinnai RHFE 952_1252 OIM... -
Page 12: Replacing The Cr2450 Button Batteries
, located on the top left hand side of the heater. The heater will automatically modulate between flame settings to maintain the default set temperature of 22°C. No control of the flame or heat output is possible via the appliance ON/OFF button. NOTE Rinnai RHFE 952_1252 OIM... -
Page 13: Care And Maintenance
When an obstruction is detected the Blockage Indicator LED which is located next to the Receiver Window will illuminate RED and the combustion state reduces to front burner, low operation only. Removing the obstruction will allow normal heater operation to be resumed. Rinnai RHFE 952_1252 OIM... -
Page 14: General Heater Characteristics
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 15: Abnormal Flame Pattern
/ inadequate flue system or the Ceramic logs / stones and or burner media may have shifted from when the heater was first installed. There are some warning signs that could indicate a problem. If any of the signs below occur, please contact Rinnai. NORMAL FLAME PATTERN... - Page 16 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Rinnai appliance is also fitted with self diagnostic electronics that monitor the appliance during start-up and operation. Should a fault occur the appliance will then shut down, the fault that has caused the shut down will be indicated by...
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Page 17: Installation Manual
INSTALLING CERAMIC BURNER MEDIA ................... 24 COMMISSIONING ..........................28 INSTALLING THE OUTER FASCIA PANEL ..................28 INSTALLING THE INNER FASCIA PANEL ..................28 INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST ................ 29 10. FINAL CHECKLIST ..........................29 WIRING DIAGRAM ........................30 CONTACT INFORMATION ......................32 Rinnai RHFE 952_1252 OIM... -
Page 18: Installation General
Gas Supply Pressure (kPa) Minimum / Maximum 1.13 / 3.50 2.5 / 3.50 Gas Control Manual On/Off, 7 Heat Settings (Electric Touch Control) Remote IR Heat-up area (m²) RHFE-952ER - 102 RHFE-1252ER - 114 Output (kW) RHFE-952ER - 7.52 RHFE-1252ER - 8.39 Burners 2 x Flame Burners - Bunsen type Gas Connection 1/2”... -
Page 19: Heater Location
ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS These Rinnai units have a cool outer casing allowing it to be installed into existing Masonry fireplace or into a decorative fireplace constructed from combustible materials such as wood or plaster. For all installations, ONLY Rinnai ASP & ES Flue components MUST BE used. The Rinnai RHFE- 952ER &... -
Page 20: Gas Supply
This heater has a power cord with a three pin plug supplied. The power cord passes through the gap at the rear left of the appliance. Rinnai recommend the heater be plugged into a 230V, 10A earthed power point. The power point must be a maximum of 1500 mm to the side of the heater (it must not be above the heater). -
Page 21: Flue Installation
FLUE INSTALLATION TYPES OF FLUE INSTALLATIONS Consult the Rinnai “Power Flued Flamefire Space Heater Co-axial Flue System Installation Manual” supplied with flue kits ASPDFK or ASPKIT03 for detailed flue installation instructions. Use only IMPORTANT Rinnai Flue components with this appliance. -
Page 22: Flue Terminal Location
FLUE INSTALLATION FLUE TERMINAL LOCATION The RHFE-952ER & RHFE-1252ER flue terminal are ‘Fan Assisted’ with a maximum input of 34 MJ/ h. Ensure that the location of the flue terminal can comply with the requirements of AS/NZS 5601 - IMPORTANT Fig. -
Page 23: Heater Installation
ONLY the specified Rinnai flue components MUST be used with this appliance. IMPORTANT Connections between the heater and the flue system MUST BE made in accordance with the Rinnai “Power Flued Flamefire Space Heater Co-axial Flue System Installation Manual” supplied with flue kits ASPDFK or ASPKIT03. -
Page 24: Securing The Engine
Remove the four retaining screws that secure the combustion chamber glass panel to the heater engine. Then Rotate and lift the combustion chamber glass clear of the combustion chamber. Place both glass and screws in a safe location until required. Rinnai RHFE 952_1252 OIM... - Page 25 The log set (A.) or stones (B.) MUST BE installed in the positions as stated. A. Installation of Ceramic Log Set (RHFE-952ER) 1. Logs &...
- Page 26 Fit these logs to the middle of the burner box as shown. Confirm the correct location of all the logs before proceeding with the placement of the granular burner medium. Rinnai RHFE 952_1252 OIM...
- Page 27 35 seconds reposition granular media as per step 2 above and re-test. B. Installation of Ceramic River Stones (Both Models) The stone set for the RHFE-952ER consists of 30 stones of various size, colour, quantity and shape, of these there are 5 stones that...
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Page 28: Commissioning
Rotate the bottom of the inner fascia in towards the engine body allowing the magnets to secure the inner fascia to the heater engine. Rinnai RHFE 952_1252 OIM... -
Page 29: Installation And Commissioning Checklist
1. Appliance positioned in a suitable location? (clearances, combustible clearances, mantels & surrounds, etc.). 2. Is a Rinnai approved flue system installed & tested in accordance with the instructions? 3. Gas pressure checked and set? 4. Has the burner media been installed as per instructions? 5. -
Page 30: Wiring Diagram
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Page 32: Contact Information
P.O. Box 460 Braeside, Victoria 3195 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 requires service, please call our National Help Line. Rinnai recommends that this appliance be serviced every 2 years.
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