Rinnai RHFE-559FDT3 Operation & Installation Manual

Rinnai RHFE-559FDT3 Operation & Installation Manual

Energysaver-fdt power flued gas space heater

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  • Page 2 Congratulations on the purchase of your Rinnai Energysaver space heater. We trust you will have many years of comfort and enjoyment from your appliance. BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE. Before proceeding with the operation or installation of your new heater, please read this manual...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Fan Filter(s) ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 14 Cleaning The Fan Filter(s) ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 14 Flue Terminal ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 14 Save A Service Call ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 15 Service �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 15 Trouble Shooting Checklist ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 16 Error Codes ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 17 Installation Table of Contents Contacts Rinnai ES FDT3 OIM...
  • 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: General Safety Warnings

    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 6: Before You Start

    Flue lock clamp S 6g x 10mm button head screws 6g x 8mm pan head screws * This component is supplied with the RHFE-559FDT3 and is ONLY for use with direct flue kit `ESDFK´ installations. Refer to page 23 for installation details. Rinnai...
  • Page 7: Safety

    A dedicated 230V / 240V 50Hz earthed 10 Amp power point MUST BE used with this appliance. DO NOT use power boards or double adaptors to operate this appliance. The appliance MUST NOT be located below a power point. Rinnai ES FDT3 OIM...
  • Page 8 However, if odours persist turn ‘OFF’ the appliance and contact Rinnai. During peak operating periods the filters should be cleaned weekly. However, if the “FILTER” warning indicator flashes in the control panel display, turn ‘OFF’...
  • Page 9: About Your Heater

    The integral humidifier tray should not be filled to more than 3/4 full, or more than the MAX Fill line when this is indicated. Questions? Contact Rinnai using the contact numbers listed on the back cover of this booklet for further advice. Rinnai ES FDT3 OIM...
  • Page 10: Control Panel General Layout

    ABOUT YOUR HEATER CONTROL PANEL GENERAL LAYOUT RHFE-559FDT3 RHFE-1005FDT3 Both Models 'ON' / 'OFF' BUTTON TEMPERATURE DISPLAY Main switch for turning 'ON / OFF'. Shows temperature (Set / Room), or coded error message. SET TEMPERATURE ROOM TEMPERATURE INDICATOR INDICATOR Indicated that the Temperature...
  • Page 11: Operation

    Before a re-ignition can be attempted it will be necessary to press the 'ON'/'OFF' button 'OFF', then 'ON' again. If the appliance still fails to ignite after 4 attempts, contact Rinnai as a service call may be required. TO TURN THE UNIT ‘OFF’...
  • Page 12: Economy Mode

    Function Lock is activated, it cannot be turned ‘ON’ again until the Child / Function Lock is deactivated. FAN OPERATION The fan turns ‘ON’ automatically when the heat exchanger warms up and turns “OFF” when it cools down. This helps to prevent cold draughts and maximises efficiency. Rinnai ES FDT3 OIM...
  • Page 13: Additional Operation Information

    The heater and its flue must be installed correctly by an authorised person, and the installation must conform to all local regulations. The installation also must comply with the instructions supplied by Rinnai. CAUTION This heater must be serviced, installed and removed by an authorised person.
  • Page 14: Care & Maintenance

    DO NOT attempt to operate the appliance without filter(s) in place. WARNING FLUE TERMINAL Regularly check the outside flue terminal to make sure it is clear from plant growth and from other obstructions. Refer to "SAFETY" on page 7 for additional requirements. IMPORTANT Rinnai ES FDT3 OIM...
  • Page 15: Save A Service Call

    Rinnai or a suitably qualified person. 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. Rinnai recommends that this appliance be serviced every 2 years. If your appliance requires service, please call our National Help Line (contact numbers for which are on the back cover of this manual).
  • Page 16: Trouble Shooting Checklist

    Use the following chart to help determine whether a service call is required, however if you are unsure about the way your heater is operating, or if you have any other faults or problems, please refer to your installer or a Rinnai Customer Care Centre Consultant.
  • Page 17: Error Codes

    ‘ON’ again. NOTE If the Error Message still remains or returns on the next operation, contact Rinnai or your nearest service dealer and arrange for a service call. The Energysaver range of heaters has the ability to monitor its own operation continuously.
  • Page 18: Installation Table Of Contents

    Heater Installation Unpacking the Appliance ..............................23 Connecting the Appliance to the Consumer Gas Pipe ....................23 Back Panel Installation - RHFE-559FDT3 ........................24 Back Panel Installation - RHFE-1005FDT3 ........................25 Installation Checklist & Record Installation & Commissioning Checklist ......................... 26 Installation Record ................................
  • Page 19: General Installation Information

    Nipple for pressure check tube (Ø6 clip) Nipple for pressure gauge tube (Ø7 clip) Back Pressure check tube (Clear) Panel view Air-in hose Back panel Pressure gauge tube (Black) Back panel view Tube Connections (generic reference image only). Rinnai ES_FDT3 OIM...
  • Page 20: Heater Location

    For all installations, ONLY Rinnai Energysaver Flue components MUST be used. The Rinnai Energysaver MUST NOT be flued into ‘natural draft’ flue system or via a chimney. WARNING Consult the Rinnai ‘Energysaver Space Heater Co-Axial flue System installation’ manual included with the ‘On Wall’...
  • Page 21: Flueing

    FLUEING TYPES OF FLUE INSTALLATIONS Consult the ‘Energysaver Space Heater Co-Axial Flue Systems Installation Manual’ included with the ‘On Wall’ or ‘Direct’ flue kits for detailed flue installation instructions. Use only Rinnai Flue components with this appliance. IMPORTANT The following configurations are currently available. For alternative configurations contact Rinnai.
  • Page 22: Flue Terminal Location

    AS/NZS 5601 was current at the time of printing this Axial Flue System Installation Manual’) manual, but may have been superseded. It is the installers responsibility to ensure that the current version of this IMPORTANT standard is used. Rinnai ES_FDT3 OIM...
  • Page 23: Heater Installation

    Refer to the local gas authority for confirmation of gas type if you are in doubt. The heater does not come supplied with flue components. These are purchased separately and ONLY Rinnai Energysaver Co-Axial Flue System Flue components can be used with this appliance.
  • Page 24: Back Panel Installation - Rhfe-559Fdt3

    Rear cover panels MUST BE fitted to ensure correct and safe operation of the appliance. WARNING Failure to fit the rear cover panels will result in inefficient and dangerous operation of the appliance and void the warranty. Rinnai ES_FDT3 OIM...
  • Page 25: Back Panel Installation - Rhfe-1005Fdt3

    Rear cover panels MUST BE fitted to ensure correct and safe operation of the appliance. WARNING iv ii Failure to fit the rear cover panels will result in inefficient and dangerous operation of the appliance and void the warranty. Rinnai ES_FDT3 OIM...
  • Page 26: Installation Checklist & Record

    Paper or other material must not be forced into the louvres of this appliance. Young children and the infirm should be supervised at all times while in the vicinity of this appliance while it is in operation or able to be turned on. Rinnai ES_FDT3 OIM...
  • Page 27: Installation Record

    Certificate of Compliance / Certification No.: Authorised Persons - Licence No.: Installers Signature: Installation Date: Appliance Details Model Number : Serial Number : Installation Address: Ensure this Operation and Installation manual is left with the customer. IMPORTANT Rinnai ES_FDT3 OIM...
  • Page 28: Final Commissioning Checklist

    Have you used ONLY genuine Rinnai Energysaver flueing components? ‰ ‰ ( ONLY genuine Rinnai Energysaver flueing components are certified to be used with Rinnai Energysaver appliances ) Have you checked the flue clearances and installation are per the Flue Installation Manual and ‰...
  • Page 29: Specifications

    Results in ‘room sealed’ appliance. Ignition Direct continuous spark electronic ignition Electrical Supply 230V / 240V 50Hz earthed 10 Amp, supply lead and 3 pin plug. Replace ONLY with Rinnai genuine part Standby Power Consumption <1W Convection Fan Cross Flow Type fan...
  • Page 30: Wiring Diagrams

    WIRING DIAGRAMS RHFE - 559FDT3 RHFE - 1005FDT3 Rinnai ES_FDT3 OIM...
  • Page 31 NOTES Rinnai ES_FDT3 OIM...
  • Page 32: Contacts

    FTD3_OIM Issue 1 - June 2022...

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