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Gas-fired Infrared Patio Heater for Outdoor Commercial / Residential Application, and Gas-Fired Luminous (High Intensity) Infrared Heater for Commercial / Industrial Non-Residential Application for either indoor or outdoor installation TABLE OF CONTENTS TOPIC PAGE NUMBER TOPIC PAGE NUMBER IMPORTANT INFORMATION - READ FIRST 8.
WARNING Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death. Read and understand this installation and op- eration manual thoroughly prior to assembly, installation, operation or service to this appliance. This heater must be installed and serviced only by a trained gas service techni- cian.
Stainless Steel & Painted Finishes: Surface discoloration or staining will occur on any heater body due to heat. Surface finish discoloration due to heat is a normal occurrence. Surface discoloration does not affect the operation or performance of the heater nor Rinnai’s component warranties. (Refer to Section 11: Heater Finish & Appearance, page 16) Some discoloration can result from the deposit of ambient air-borne particulate or gases from within the space that have passed through combustion to create ‘smoke’.
WHEN INSTALLED AS AN OUTDOOR PATIO HEATER See pages 9 - 10 for Indoor installation, and Ventilation Requirements page 19 • Also refer to “Outdoor” and “Indoor” definitions and requirements on page 11 • Certain materials or items, when stored under the heater, will WARNING be subjected to radiant heat and could be seriously damaged.
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Figure 1: OUTDOOR - MINIMUM CLEARANCES (Indoor Clearances Page 10) NOTE: ANGLE MOUNT IS MAXIMUM 30° TO AVOID DAMAGE Table 1: OUTDOOR - MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES Horizontal 30° Angle Under Ends Application MODEL NO OUTDOOR RSEP1S25X - NG/LPG 5.5” 7”...
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If in doubt, please contact your Rinnai distributor. Ensure mounting height in any location is sufficient to prevent patio patrons from A (Maximum 30°) coming in contact with the heater.
WHEN INSTALLED INDOORS FOR COMFORT OR SPACE HEAT Also refer to “Outdoor” definition and requirements on page 11 • And refer to Indoor Ventilation Requirements page 19 • Clearance to Combustibles WARNING Location of flammable or explosive objects, liquids or vapors close to the heater may cause fire or explosion and result in property damage, injury or death.
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Figure 3: INDOOR - MOUNTING CLEARANCES (Outdoor Clearances Page 7) NOTE: ANGLE MOUNT IS MAXIMUM 30° TO AVOID DAMAGE Table 3: INDOOR - MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES Horizontal 30° Angle Under Ends Application MODEL NO INDOOR RSEP1S25X - NG/LPG 8” 10”...
Do not allow the products of combustion to accumulate in any space or enclosure. OUTDOOR / PATIO Installation: This heater is certified for use outdoors. Rinnai warrants that the heater will operate as designed for patio use in wind conditions up to 10 MPH . Higher wind speeds exceeding 10 MPH can adversely affect heater performance and human comfort conditions on the patio.
INSTALLATION IN COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT HANGARS Luminous (high intensity) radiant tube heaters are suitable for use in aircraft hangars when in- stalled in accordance with the latest edition of the Standard for Aircraft Hangars, ANSI/NFPA No 409 in the USA. A. A minimum clearance of 10 ft (3 m) above either the highest fuel storage compartment or the highest engine enclosure of the highest aircraft which may occupy the hangar.
Refer to Table 2 and Figure 2. The SE+ Series Heaters are approved for both horizontal and 30° angle mounting on the short axis. Rinnai specifies a MAXIMUM 30° mounting angle - if the short axis is rotated to an angle exceeding 30°, damage to the heater or unsafe operation can result, and will void warranty.
For outdoor installation the connector must be in compliance with ANSI Z21.75 / CSA 6.27. An optional 3/8” x 24” black finish flexible gas connector (part number 903000012 - approved Indoor/Outdoor) is available from Rinnai. A drip-pocket must be provided in the gas piping at the inlet connection •...
Connect heater to the main gas line. An approved 1/2" flexible connector (field supplied - available as an option from Rinnai) must be used to absorb heater and gas line expansion and any vibration - check local code requirements.
These are normal occurrences caused by heat, products of combustion, and the environment, and in no way affect the operation / performance of the heater or Rinnai’s warranty. OCCASIONAL PAINT FINISH MAINTENANCE: Wear protective gloves, eyewear, and breathing mask.
12. SERVICING GUIDE (Also refer to Troubleshooting Guide on page 29) Servicing of heater is essential for continued efficient operation. Servicing should be carried out annually by a qualified gas service technician as follows: Clean the ceramic tiles with compressed air. Avoid directing air stream at gasket material •...
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Figure 4: HEATER SERVICE POSITION WITH WALL MOUNT BRACKET (To simplify illustration the heater is not shown) SE+ Series Infrared Gas Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
The exhauster should be as centrally located as practicable in the zone of heaters. Rinnai recommends a maximum 6:1 ratio of the horizontal distance between the exhauster and the furthest heater in a zone, to the height the heaters are mounted above the floor .
VA rated transformer. Figure 5: DIMENSIONS Front View End View 10” 13” 15. MOUNTING KIT OPTIONS (NOTE: For unusual mounting application contact Rinnai.) Optional mounting kits available: ITEM NO PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 903000009 CEILING MOUNT BRACKET...
Figure 6: MOUNTING KIT OPTIONS NOTE: MOUNT HEATER AT MAXIMUM 30° ANGLE TO AVOID DAMAGE This heater must be rigidly mounted to prevent movement from wind force. ITEM 1: CEILING MOUNT ITEM 3: ARM MOUNTING KIT BRACKET KIT 903000028 903000009 Also see next page ITEM 4: POST MOUNT BRACKET...
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903000009: Stainless Steel Ceiling Mount Kit for Patio Heaters Component Quantities and Material Specifications each Kit: Figure 8: CEILING 2 x Ceiling Bracket - 12 ga. [0.102”] 316 S/S MOUNT KIT 2 x 24” [610 MM] Channel Leg - 12 ga. [0.102”] 316 S/S 2 x Heater Attachment Bracket - 12 ga.
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Figure 10: HEATER INSTALLATION: WALL MOUNT BRACKET Wall Mount Bracket Heater Bracket 1. Install the Wall Mount Bracket on the wall, using four bolts...(field supplied). See warning note (page 16) - ensure strength and integrity of mechanical fastening to structure 2.
The heater can be controlled by a line moisture proof thermostat “off-on” switch, or Remote Control. Total load of all heaters must be considered in determining the required contact rat- ing of the controlling thermostat or switch. RINNAI P/N Transformer Description Capacity...
17. SEQUENCE OF OPERATION FOR FENWAL 35-60 DSI CONTROL Start up - Heat Mode: On a call for heat the Fenwal 35-60 control will reset, perform a self check routine, flash the diagnostic LED for up to four seconds. The gas valve and spark are energized commencing the trial for ignition period.
Cautions: 1. The ceramic insulator of the igniter assembly should not be in or close to the flame. 2. The electrode assembly should not be disassembled and care must be used in making mi- nor gap adjustment. The spark electrode should have a gap spacing of 1/8”- 3/16” (3.12±...
19. WIRING DIAGRAM: SE+ Series with Fenwal 35-60 DSI Control Fenwal Control Terminal Designation Error Mode LED Indication Internal Control Failure Steady on Thermostat / 24V Supply Input System Ground Flame with No Call for 2 flashes heat Valve Power Ignition Lockout 3 flashes 24V Supply Neutral...
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19-B. WIRING DIAGRAM: RSEP2S50N Two-Stage: Fenwal 35-60 DSI 903000006 903000007 903000008 SE+ Series Infrared Gas Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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18-C. WIRING DIAGRAM: Two-Stage Switch Control 903000006 903000007 903000008 SE+ Series Infrared Gas Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
20. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE *CHECK 120 V AT PRIMARY TRANSFORMER TURN HEATER ON *CHECK VOLTAGE OUT AT SECONDARY. *IF THERE IS NOT 24V TO SECONDARY...REPLACE THE TRANSFORMER *CHECK 24V WIRING FROM TRANSFORMER 24 VOLTS ±10% TO DSI CONTROL TO IGNITION CONTROL / AND CHECK IF CORRECT GAUGE OF WIRE FOR DISTANCE.
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MAIN BURNER LIGHTS CHECK FOR CORRECT MANIFOLD GAS PRESSURE *CHECK FOR OBSTRUCTION IN GAS SUPPLY OR OR- IFICE (INSECTS, SPIDERS COCOONS ETC.) CHECK FLAME SIGNAL WITH METER FOR 0.7µA. IF READING IS LOW CHECK GAS PRESSURE, IF OK SPARK STOPS WHEN BURNER LIT.
21. COMMISSIONING REPORT This heater has been factory fired and tested prior to shipment. However, it is not a ’Plug-in’ appliance. Commissioning and field adjustment to correct settings is required. COMPLETE THIS COMMISSIONING REPORT AND FILE THIS MANUAL AT SITE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE INSTRUCT THE END USER THAT THIS MANUAL MUST BE KEPT SECURE COMMISSIONING REPORT AS PER I&O MANUAL AND LOCAL/NATIONAL CODES...
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HEATER COMMISSIONING TECHNICAL REPORT TO BE COMPLETED BY QUALIFIED GAS FITTER INSTALLER TYPE OF GAS HEATER IS EXPOSED TO CHENICAL OR CORROSIVE ATMOSPHERE OPEN COMBUSTION IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE INSTALLED LOCATION MINIMUM CLEARANCES CONFORM TO REQUIREMENTS OF THIS MANUAL WHAT IS THE ALTITUDE OF THIS PROJECT LOCATION ABOVE SEA LEVEL FEET IS ALTITUDE ADJUSTMENT REQUIRED? (See Section 21 next page) ...
23. Replacement Parts List Only the following illustrated parts are available. For any other parts please contact Rinnai. 902000001 909000104 909000105 909000107 902000001 906000060 909000076 909000051 906000041 906000024 909000075 905000017 906000052 906000028 (NG) 906000079 (LP) 906000053 909000064 909000063 SE+ Series Infrared Gas Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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23. Replacement Parts List Con’t Replacement parts for the RSEP2S50N 2 stage (50,000/35,000 Btu/hr) Item Number Part Description Part Number (page 35) 6” Nipple 906000030 2 Stage Gas Valve 906000149 2” Nipple With Hole 906000027 2 Stage Control Bracket 909000142 Pilot Burner Assembly 906000032 Pilot Gas Tube Assembly...
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NOTES SE+ Series Infrared Gas Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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NOTES SE+ Series Infrared Gas Heater Installation and Operation Manual...
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