Rinnai SS850 Installation Manual
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RINNAI SS850 (SS850FCAN) NG
RINNAI SS850 (SS850FCAL) LPG

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  • Page 1 MODELS: RINNAI SS850 (SS850FCAN) NG RINNAI SS850 (SS850FCAL) LPG Gas Fireplace Installation Manual...
  • Page 2 Congratulations on the purchase of your room-sealed Rinnai SS850 Freestanding Gas Fire. We trust you will have many years of comfort and enjoyment from your appliance. BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE Before proceeding with the installation read this manual thoroughly and gain a full understanding IMPORTANT of the appliance, to ensure safe and correct use.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Wiring Diagram .................................. 40 Contacts This appliance MUST be installed, maintained and removed ONLY by an Authorised Person. For continued safety of this appliance it MUST be installed and maintained in accordance with WARNING the manufacturers instructions. Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 4: Warnings & Important Information

    For safety and warranty purposes, appliances that may be damaged or incorrect MUST NOT be installed or operated under ANY circumstances. Installation of damaged or incorrect appliances may contravene local government regulations. Rinnai disclaims any liability or responsibility whatsoever in relation to the installation or operation of damaged or incorrect appliances.
  • Page 5: Modifications

    Flue terminal MUST always vent directly to outdoors. DO NOT extend the flue vertically or horizontally in ways other than prescribed in this appliance manufacturer’s installation instructions. ONLY the flue components specified by Rinnai MUST be used. When considering installation ensure the minimum clearances on page 7 are adhered to.
  • Page 6: Before You Start

    Please keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference. CARTON CONTENTS / ITEM CHECKLIST The following table lists the components for the Rinnai SS850 Freestanding Gas Fires. Ensure that all the relevant components for the model being installed are present before proceeding.
  • Page 7: General Installation Information

    When positioning the heater, the main variables governing the location are Flueing and Warm Air Distribution. The Rinnai SS850 freestanding models have an additional metal wrap which significantly reduces unwanted heat transfer. This means the unit can be installed into tight spaces, can be built-in, and can be positioned close to walls if the building materials are suitable.
  • Page 8: Flooring And Hearth Material Selection

    The temperatures given assume the heater is operating in a room temperature of 25 °C or less. Operation in higher ambient temperatures may result in higher surface temperatures. RINNAI DOES NOT TAKE ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE OCCURRING TO ANY ITEMS INSTALLED IN THE VICINITY OF THE HEATER.
  • Page 9: Material Selection Calculations

    F = 450 - E mm min. Please note the recommended clearances in the tables above. Wall surface temperature may be elevated directly above the appliance and may discolour paint finishes or distort vinyl coverings. CAUTION Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 10: Installation Examples

    • The flue requires a 25 mm clearance. If the material is rated 50 degrees Celsius or below then the parameters in the table and the material selection calculations, on the previous pages apply. Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 11: Supply Connections

    Installation of Consumer Piping The gas supply position will vary slightly based on whether a SS850 Freestander has been ordered or with a cabinet or plinth. Refer to the installation diagrams on page 12, and 17 to 20 for more information on appropriate service supply positions.
  • Page 12: Gas Supply Locations

    200 mm flexi pipe Fire Footprint 368 mm Rear View 298 mm 245 mm Alternate gas pipe Alternate power 70 mm knockout position cord position Ø54 mm Fixing screws Front Mounting plate Front Back Back Inlet pipe Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 13: Electrical Supply

    The power cord is not fire rated and MUST NOT come into contact with the unit. If the power cord is damaged, it MUST be replaced by a licensed tradesperson. This must be a genuine replacement part available from Rinnai. WARNING...
  • Page 14: Installation

    Install coaxial flue system. Refer to pages 24 through 29. Complete gas connection. Install gas connection. Refer page 11. Install the burn media and commission. Install the burn media, refer page 22. Refit the glass and the inner and outer frames. Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 15: Aeration Plates

    INSTALLATION AERATION PLATES The SS850 comes with two aeration plates that are factory fitted, in a position for flues between 3-5.5 m, refer image below. There are a further two aeration plates supplied in the accessory pack (for flues 5.6-8 m).
  • Page 16: Cabinet Installation

    RH outer side panel Cabinet Accessory Base cover plate There are two ways to install the cabinet to the SS850 Freestanding: Complete assembly. Build up (requires two people). Prepare mounting area for fixing and services. Prepare mounting area for fixing, power and gas supplies.
  • Page 17 The front faces MUST be flush. Fit back panel Fix the panels in place using two screws. Fit tabs into slots. Fix in place with two screws. Flue centre Power supply Gas supply entry entry Fire footprint 368 mm Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 18 Fit side panel covers Fit back panel Fix in place - 2 screws Fix in place - 1 screw Leading edge panel BEHIND side panel Fit tabs in slots Fit tabs in slots Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 19: Plinth Installation

    The alternative is to drill a hole in the back of the fire for the gas supply and to remove the notch for the power cord. Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 20 Check that the correct aeration shutter plates are fitted, (refer to page 15). It is still possible to change the aeration setting once the fire is installed, however it is much easier to do this beforehand. Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 21 Connect services and commission Connect the power and gas. Fit the underside covers, and commission as per the commissioning instructions on page 30. Alternate flex power cord routing Hard wiring option Underside cover must be fitted to protect wiring Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 22: Burner Media Installation

    The appliance MUST NEVER be used with other burn media or burn media that is damaged. Ensure the left hand log is sitting on top of the two support brackets and NOT directly on the burner. Ensure the left hand log is pushed hard against the left and rear ceramic panels. Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 23 You will have granules left over. DO NOT place the granules directly in front of the pilot flame If there are some abnormally long streaky flames, then readjust the granule position around the burner holes until the flames have improved. Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 24: Flueing

    Supporting the flue is usually completed during the framing stage with flue supports or straps within the cavity. Wall straps have been included in the Rinnai coaxial vertical flue kit. Elbow straps are also available as a separate component to prevent excess weight on the flue elbow (if used).
  • Page 25: Freestanding Flueing Options

    45° bends. Visible flue sections are powder option. Individual flue components coated black. need to be purchased for this option. Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 26: General Flue Assembly Layout And Clearance Requirements

    Black ceiling plate (not shown) Black 90° bend Visible sections of the flue are painted black 50 mm minimum rear clearance for the ceiling plate to clear the wall. Additional clearance may be required to clear scotia Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 27: Flue Kits And Components

    Outer: Galvanised steel (Ø170 powder coated black Pipe Installed length Code 225 mm 191 mm RDV907B 300 mm 267 mm RDV906B 600 mm 572 mm RDV904B 900 mm 876 mm RDV903B 1200 mm 1181 mm RDV902B Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 28 Outer: Galv. steel Ø170 mm 45° black plate Cover plate black RDVCP90 RDVCP45 Black 45° plate to Galaxy black ceiling/ cover/tidy hole where wall plate to cover/ flue pipe penetrates, tidy hole where flue used offset pipe penetrates. installations. Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 29 RDV907 257 mm 423 mm Installed 300 mm RDV906 311 mm 477 mm Rise 600 mm RDV904 524 mm 792 mm 900 mm RDV903 737 mm 908 mm 1200 mm RDV902 949 mm 1123 mm Offset Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 30: Commissioning

    The location of the gas control is in the air gap at the lower right hand side of the appliance. The location of the data plate is on the base plate of the heater engine within the air gap on the right hand side of the appliance ( C ) . Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 31 Check the pressures as per the chart below for the correct gas type. Ensure all other gas appliances in the household are running on 'High' Press the heater ON/OFF button  to stop the appliance operation. Disconnect the manometer hose and replace the inlet test point screw . Check for leaks using soapy water solution. Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 32 Always check gas pressure values with those recorded on this appliance's data plate. Values on the data plate override values printed in this instruction. WARNING Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 33: Commissioning The Appliance For Different Gas Type

    With the appliance OFF, press the 'TEST' button, the gas type code will be shown on the display. Press the 'SET' button, to lock in the code. Gas pressure settings should now be checked as per "Step 7. Checking and setting Pilot burner pressure" on page 32, point 1 through 3. Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 34: Attaching Fascia Assembly

    The glass of the fascia fitted to this appliance reduces the risk of fire and injury and no part of it MUST be permanently removed. NOTE For protection of young children or the infirm a secondary guard (not supplied) is required. Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 35: Abnormal Flame Pattern

    COMMISSIONING ABNORMAL FLAME PATTERN Each Rinnai Gas Fire has a distinct flame pattern. The flame should look the same every time you start your heater, after an initial warm up period of approximately 15 minutes. Abnormal flame performance and/or pattern can indicate a problem with your heater, such as blocked gas injectors, incorrectly installed / inadequate flue system or the Ceramic logs may have shifted from when the heater was first installed.
  • Page 36: Installation Checklist

    Is the appliance positioned in a suitable location (clearances, combustible clearances, mantels and surrounds etc.)? 2. Was a Rinnai approved flue system installed and tested in accordance with the instructions? 3. Has the gas pressure been checked and set with all gas appliances running? 4.
  • Page 37 Ensure this Installation Record is kept for future reference. IMPORTANT Ensure installer has instructed you on the correct use of this appliance and completes the "Installation Checklist" found on page 36 of the Installation Manual. IMPORTANT Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 38: Specifications

    Combustion Method Bunsen type burner Flueing Coaxial direct vent flueing (inner Ø100mm, outer Ø170mm). Appliance must be installed with a Rinnai flue System. Convection Fan 120V AC 50 Hz-2-speed centrifugal blower Gas Connection Brass 1/2” BSPT male fitting, the gas supply terminates inside the heater - lower right hand side of the appliance.
  • Page 39: Dimensions

    SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS Freestanding Freestanding - with Cabinet Base Freestanding - with Plinth Base Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 40: Wiring Diagram

    4 3 2 1 3 2 1 w w bk bk bl r OH.TH1 R.TH bl w FR2 FR1 SV 3 SV 2 SV 1 ON/OFF DISPLAY UNIT CONTROL DISPLAY UNIT WIRING DIAGRAM UNI CONTROL RIB23, RDV23 Issue A Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
  • Page 41 NOTES Rinnai SS850 Freestanding IM...
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  • Page 44: Contacts

    Help Line. innai recommends that this appliance is serviced every 2 years. With our policy of continuous improvement, we reserve the right to change, or discontinue at any time, specifications or designs without notice. 13993 SS850 Freestanding Installation Manual - Issue 2 - JULY 2022...

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