Diagnostic Codes - Rinnai V53De Installation And Operation Manual

Diagnostic Codes

This water heater is designed to display diagnostic codes. If there is a potential operation concern refer to the
code and remedy on the next page.
Front Panel Display Indications
- - Standby (power is supplied but there is no demand for hot water).
On Hot water is being supplied.
FL or FH Stands for Forced Low and Forced High combustion. Only seen during the gas pressure
setting procedure which is done when certain components are replaced.
Error code flashing The error code will stop flashing after the problem is corrected and the water heater
supplies hot water.
WARNING
AVERTISSEMENT
Code Definition
No burner operation during freeze
02
protection mode
10 Air Supply or Exhaust Blockage
No Ignition
11
(heater not turning on)
12 No Flame
Some of the checks below may need to be done by a licensed professional.
Call a licensed professional for any remedy that involves gas or electricity.
Call a licensed professional if you have any doubt or reservation about
performing the remedy yourself.
Remedy
Service Call
Check that nothing is blocking the inlet or exhaust.
licensed
Verify dip switches and programming parameters are set properly.
professional
Check fan for blockage.
only
Check that the gas is turned on at the water heater, gas meter, or cylinder.
If the system is propane, make sure that gas is in the tank.
Ensure appliance is properly grounded.
Ensure gas type and pressure is correct.
Ensure gas line, meter, and/or regulator is sized properly.
Bleed all air from gas lines.
Verify dip switches and programming parameters are set properly.
licensed
Ensure igniter is operational.
professional
Check igniter wiring harness for damage.
only
Check gas solenoid valves for open or short circuits.
Remove burner cover and ensure all burners are properly seated.
Remove burner plate and inspect burner surface for condensation or debris.
Check the ground wire for the PC board.
Check that the gas is turned on at the water heater, gas meter, or cylinder.
Check for obstructions in the flue outlet.
If the system is propane, make sure that gas is in the tank.
Ensure gas line, meter, and/or regulator is sized properly.
Ensure gas type and pressure is correct.
Bleed all air from gas lines.
Ensure condensation collar was installed properly.
Verify dip switches and programming parameters are set properly.
licensed Check power supply for loose connections.
professional Check power supply for proper voltage and voltage drops.
only Ensure flame rod wire is connected.
Check flame rod for carbon build-up.
Disconnect and reconnect all wiring harnesses on unit and PC board.
Check for DC shorts at components.
Check gas solenoid valves for open or short circuits.
Remove burner plate and inspect burner surface for condensation or debris.
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