Rinnai REU-VCM2837FFC-GEN Operation And Installation Manual

Rinnai REU-VCM2837FFC-GEN Operation And Installation Manual

Continuous flow and temperature control instantaneous gas water heater

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Continuous flow and temperature control
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  • Page 1 Models: REU-VCM2837FFC-GEN REU-VCM2837WC-GEN Continuous flow and temperature control instantaneous gas water heater Operation and installation manual...
  • Page 2 Dear Customer, our compliments for having chosen a Rinnai top-quality product, able to assure well-being and safety for a long period of time. As a Rinnai Customer you can also count on a qualified after-sales service to guarantee a constant efficiency of Your appliance.
  • Page 3 Rinnai does not authorise any person or company to assume for it any obligation or liability in connection with the replacement of a product or heat exchanger. If Rinnai determines that repair of a product is not possible, Rinnai will replace the product with a comparable product, at Rinnai’...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    1.3 WATER TEMPERATURE CONTROL .........................................1 0 1.3.1 MAXIMUM DELIVERY TEMPERATURES ..................................1 0 1.3.2 OPERATION WITHOUT WATER CONTROLLERS ..............................1 0 1.3.3 RINNAI WATER CONTROLLERS ......................................1 0 1.3.4 WATER CONTROLLER COMBINATIONS & CONFIGURATIONS ......................1 1 1.3.5 UNIVERSAL WATER CONTROLLER (MC-601) OPERATION ........................1 2 1.4 TROUBLE SHOOTING ..............................................
  • Page 5: User's Instructions

    1. USER’S INSTRUCTIONS The following section provides instructions for proper use of the product. This section is intended for the use by qualified technical personnel and end users.
  • Page 6: Features And Benefits

    Congratulations on purchasing the latest technology temperature controlled Rinnai continuous flow water heating system. The Rinnai continuous flow water heater products NEVER RUN OUT of hot water. Whilst electricity, water and gas supplies are connected, hot water is available whenever hot water taps are open.
  • Page 7: Important Safety Information

    Do not modify this appliance. Do not attempt to repair, replace or open sealed parts or disassemble the appliance: improper adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance could significantly affect the safety of the product. Contact the Rinnai service if you detect any unusual condition.
  • Page 8: Operational Safety Information

    Do not store flammable objects near the appliance: it could cause a product failure or fire. Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance while it is in operation. Check that the appliance is supplied with the correct gas type and pressure according to the data plate: ensure that the gas in use matches with the gas indicated on the data plate.
  • Page 9 49°C 50°C OFF! Depending on the weather conditions and the length of the At low water flows, the hot water unit may extinguish without pipe between the hot water unit and the outlet in use, there may warning. Opening the tap further will restart the heating be a variation between the temperatures displayed at the water appliance.
  • Page 10: Water Temperature Control

    1.3.2 OPERATION WITHOUT WATER CONTROLLERS Rinnai continuous flow water heater products do not use a pilot light. When installed and operated, the opening of any hot water tap will automatically start the appliance. Once water is flowing through the appliance the burner will be ignited by electronic ignition.
  • Page 11: Water Controller Combinations & Configurations

    37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 48, 50 * Temperature may not be available on all installations. Some Rinnai gas continuous flow water heaters can be programmed to deliver higher temperatures from the master water controller, or may be programmed to restrict the maximum available delivery temperature.
  • Page 12: Universal Water Controller (Mc-601) Operation

    1.3.5 UNIVERSAL WATER CONTROLLER (MC-601) OPERATION WATER HEATER 'IN USE' INDICATOR Indicates that a water heater is delivering hot water. DIGITAL MONITOR Indicates the temperature selected. Error messages flash in event of a fault. TEMPERATURE CONTROL BUTTONS CONTROLLE R PRIORITY INDICATOR Used to select water temperature.
  • Page 13 Lock function To prevent tampering and increase the safety level of the product, especially for children, it is possible to lock the control panel. To lock the panel it is necessary to press, and keep pressed for about five seconds, the ‘Priority’...
  • Page 14: Trouble Shooting

    1.4 TROUBLE SHOOTING Rinnai continuous flow water heaters have a self diagnostic capability. If a fault occurs, an error code will flash on the digital monitor of your water controllers. This assists with diagnosing the fault, and may enable you to overcome a problem without a service call.
  • Page 15 Code Description Remedy Check for restrictions in air flow around unit and exhaust outlet. Check gas type of unit and ensure it matches gas type being used. Check for low water flow in a circulating system causing short-cycling. Ensure dip switches and programming parameters are set to the proper position.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting Without Water Controllers

    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 the authorised Rinnai service company.
  • Page 17: Installer's Instructions

    2. INSTALLER’S INSTRUCTIONS The following section provides specific instructions for proper installation of the product. This section is intended for the use by qualified technical personnel.
  • Page 18: Installation Warnings

    The Rinnai gas appliances is conceived as continuous flow water heater. The appliance is suitable for domestic use to produce hot water. The appliance must be power plugged, gas, water and connected to a hot water delivery system suitable for the water heater power and features.
  • Page 19: Unpacking The Water Heater

    Prior to use make sure that the water heater is set up for the correct type of gas and that the appliance is intact. If the appliance is clearly damaged or you have doubts do not install the water heater and contact your supplier or Rinnai immediately for further information.
  • Page 20 REU-VCM2837WC-GEN 235.5 29.5 CONNECTION R3/4 (20mm) COLD R3/4 (20mm) R3/4 (20mm) CABLE 62.5...
  • Page 21: Installation

    A minimum horizontal clearance of 600mm between a building structure and obstruction facing the terminal. For correct operation of Rinnai external continuous flow water heaters such a building structure MUST ‘obstruct’ the full front cover height of the appliance (appliance MINIMUM OBSTRUCTION dimensions, refer to “Dimensions”...
  • Page 22 Additional Clearance Local codes supersede these clearances. • Avoid termination locations near a dryer vent. • Avoid termination locations near commercial cooking exhaust. 50 mm between terminals at same level 0.91 m to ventilated or 50mm 0.91m unventilated soffit or eave vent; 0.3m or to a deck or porch 0.30 m to an...
  • Page 23 INTERNAL MODELS-CO-AXIAL FLUE Rinnai internal models described in this manual MUST use the Co-Axial Rinnai FFU flue components. The use of non Rinnai FFU flue components may result in a dangerous situation and violates regulations. IMPORTANT Where the flue length exceeds 1.5m, ensure that a condensate drain pipe has been fitted.
  • Page 24: Water Connection

    Contact Rinnai or your supplier for further instruction. Connect the hot and cold water supply pipes. An approved isolation valve and strainer MUST be installed in the cold water inlet pipe.
  • Page 25: Electrical Connection

    2.4.4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Connect the appliance to a 220-240V ±10% / 50-60Hz power supply. Do not use water or gas lines to ground the system. The electric safety is guaranteed only when the appliance is properly grounded and the Ground grounding system has been realized following all the safety prescriptions provided for by law.
  • Page 26: Water Control

    Up to TWO deluxe bathroom water controllers can be installed. • The FOURTH water controller in any installation must be an universal water controller. For more information regarding deluxe kitchen and bathroom water controllers, contact the authorised Rinnai service company. Location •...
  • Page 27 Connecting Communication Cables to Mini-Plug (REU-VCM) Installation MUST be completed by a qualified and licensed trades person. DO NOT attempt to connect water controller cables to the mini-plug when it is plugged into the PCB unless CAUTION the electric power to the water heater is switched ‘off’ otherwise damage to electrical components may occur.
  • Page 28: Universal Water Controller (Mc-601) Installation

    2.5.2 UNIVERSAL WATER CONTROLLER (MC-601) INSTALLATION 1. Determine the most suitable position. 2. Mark and drill 3 holes (mounting and cable access) for water controller dimensions. Film Controller Cable Cover Plates Screws Connector Ø20 Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig.
  • Page 29: Commissioning

    2.6 COMMISSIONING • Make sure the water heater is not subject to corrosive compounds in the air. • Check the water supply does not contain chemicals or exceeds total hardness that will damage the heat exchanger. • Verify the clearances from the water heater and from vent termination/air intake unit are met. •...
  • Page 30: Technical Data

    2.7 TECHNICAL DATA Infinity Model REU-VCM2837FFC-GEN REU-VCM2837WC-GEN Unit Installation Internal, indoor External, outdoor Flue system Direct forced exhaust Temperature range with water controller 37-46, 48, 50, 55, 60, 65, 75, 85 °C Tempearature range with dipswitch 40, 42, 50, 55, 60, 65, 75, 85 °C...
  • Page 31 Notes...
  • Page 32 ISO 9001 U307-2079(00) REU-VCM(GEN) The design, development and manufacture of gas water heating appliances done under Rinnai’ s quality management system is certified under the quality management system Standard ISO 9001. Certified by: Japan Gas Appliances Inspection Association - JIA-QA Center...

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