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  • Page 2 Last revision: 00/00/2013 Quality System Standard ISO 9001 - 2000 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. Registration Number JQ0003D Registered since: February 1994...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Before Making a Service Call ......19 Conformity Declaration ........68 Fault Codes ............ 20 Consumer Support ......... 71 Troubleshooting..........21 Limited Warranty ..........72 Contact ............72 INSTALLATION MANUAL ......... 23 Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 4: Carton Contents

    The following items are included with the appliance: Vent kit is not included with the appliance: it must be ordered separately. * These clamps should be located * This plastic tie here should be located here (RHFE-309FT) (RHFE-559FT RHFE-559T) Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 5: Installation Requirements

    Do not use any telephone in the building. Call your gas engineer from a safe location and follow their instructions. If you cannot reach your gas engineer ring the following: National Grid 0800 111 999 Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 6: Consumer Safety Information

     Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be  Do not install damaged heater: if the heater is located out of traffic and away from furniture and damaged, contact Rinnai or your supplier for advice. draperies.  Before installing the heater check the label for the ...
  • Page 7 In areas subjected to heavy Do not unplug the heater while snowfall, keep snow clear of it is in operation or while the flue terminal at all times. fans are still cycling. Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 8: Safety Features

    LPG (G31): 89% NG (G20): 88% LPG (G31): 86% Rinnai is continually updating and improving products. Therefore, specifications are subject to change without prior notice. The efficiency rating of this appliance is a product thermal efficiency rating determined under continuous operating conditions and was determined independently of any installed system.

  • Page 9: Features

    HUSH - Quiet operation. FAULT CODE MESSAGE DISPLAY - The Energysaver has the ability to monitor its own operation and flash on the digital display an appropriate error code assisting with diagnosis of the fault. Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 10: Operating Instructions

    HOLD BOTH SIDES AND PULL TOWARD AIR FILTER VENT TERMINAL GAS CONNECTION COMBUSTION AIR/ R1/2” (15mm) MALE EXHAUST EXHAUST PIPE POWER CORD PLUG 230V AC, 50 Hz COMBUSTION AIR INTAKE HOSE ROOM TEMPERATURE SENSOR/THERMISTOR Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
  • Page 11 HOLD BOTH SIDES AND PULL TOWARD AIR FILTER VENT TERMINAL GAS CONNECTION COMBUSTION AIR/ R1/2” (15mm) MALE EXHAUST EXHAUST PIPE POWER CORD PLUG 230V AC, 50 Hz COMBUSTION AIR INTAKE HOSE ROOM TEMPERATURE SENSOR/THERMISTOR Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 12: Control Panel

    Control Panel Control Panel Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 13: Sensible Temperature Control

    [L] - temperature is controlled at set temperature “Low”. b) [16°C] to [26°C] in 1°C steps - thermostatic control to preset temp selected. Combustion rate varies as required to maintain the selected temperature. c) [H] - continuous combustion on “High”. Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 14: Setting The Clock/Timers

    “Setting the Clock/Timers” section. If during setting no buttons are pressed for 1 minute the setting sequence will automatically cancel and the display will revert to normal display. Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 15: Operating The Timers

    (13) will glow. The appliance will remain on standby at intervals between the programmed finishing and starting times of each Timer. While the heater is operating during programmed intervals the Timer indicators (13) will flash. Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 16: Override Function

     The set temperature on the display does not change. The comfort is not affected.  The Economy Function will not operate if the heater is under capacity for the room size. Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 17: Child Lock

    Do not fill the tray until operation has stopped Do not bend repeatedly and appliance is cooled adjust louvers (no more down. than 5 times) or they will break. Do not operate without tray in place. Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 18: Care And Maintenance

    All internal maintenance and service are to be performed by a qualified service technician, preferably one who has attended Rinnai service training classes on the Direct Vent products. The appliance should be inspected annually by a qualified service technician. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc.

  • Page 19: Before Making A Service Call

    Before Making a Service Call Before making a service call please check the following: Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 20: Fault Codes

    NOTE: service calls for general cleaning, maintenance and wear and tear are not covered under the war- ranty. Service calls of this nature may be chargeable. Faults caused by insufficient gas supply, gas quality, installation errors or operation errors are not cov- ered by the Rinnai warranty. Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    Gas Escape Service Call Child Lock Set Cancel Child Lock Gas turned off at meter, tank, Turn gas on or valve. Cancel “ON” Timer or push ON Timer is set override button Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
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  • Page 23: Installation Manual

    This manual must be read in its entirety before installing the appliance. If you are unsure of any point contact Rinnai or your supplier. Before installation check: - that the local supply conditions, nature of gas and...

  • Page 24: Installation Requirements

     Rinnai suggests that a dedicated electrical circuit with  Clearances access a 230V AC, 50 Hz, 3 Amp power source be used.

  • Page 25: Gas Connection

    30mm in height. - 9 in (225mm) are necessary from the top of the appliance to remove the 50mm filter for cleaning. Attach Back Covers (Sides Only) Attach back covers as shown. Engage lugs Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 26: Dimensions

    Dimensions A full size template is provided on the NOTICE RHFE-559FT cardboard packaging. DO NOT DISCARD until installation is completed. Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
  • Page 27 A full size template is provided on the NOTICE RHFE-309FT cardboard packaging. DO NOT DISCARD until installation is completed. Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 28: Flue Terminal Clearances

    Flue Terminal Clearances Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 29: Drilling Flue Hole

    The shaded area in the template provided shows where the flue manifold can be located. be located. A full size template is provided on the NOTICE cardboard packaging. DO NOT DISCARD until installation is completed. Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 30: Flue Manifolds

     This appliance can only be used with one of the five not exhaust into other rooms. types of Rinnai flue kits. The flue kits and their di- mensions are listed above.  The flue manifold is not designed to be positioned ...
  • Page 31 Push the assembly into the terminal tube, ensuring that the seal is in place on the inner tube. Attach the inside connection with 3 screws. The inner connection can still be turned to install the screws. 3 screws Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 32: Extension Kit Installation

    Extension through the top Extension to the right (facing appliance) EXHAUST LONG INTAKE PIPE EXHAUST BENT HOSE PIPE ELBOW PIPE CLAMP PIPE CLAMP PIPE EXHAUST STOPPER A ELBOW PIPE STOPPER A INTAKE HOSE CLAMP CLAMP Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 33: Clearances

    Hose joint another air intake hose into the hose joint. Do not cut the intake hose. Cutting NOTICE the intake hose may result in noise. Air intake hoses Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 34: Extension Kits And Parts

    Hose Joint - 50 mm inner dia. Pipe Stopper A Pipe Stopper B Pipe Clamp 2 sets 3 sets 4 sets 2 sets 3 sets 4 sets Wall Fixture Screw A Screw B Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 35: Connecting The Appliance

    Spacer bracket Top Spacer 6. Install the wall bracket with two Top Spacer screws. Attach the heater to the wall bracket with 2 screws. Wall bracket Top Spacer Spacer Bracket Wall Bracket Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 36: Vertical Flues

    Do not include the lengths or bend of the exhaust arm that is part of the heater in the calculation. The maximum flue length must include 1.0m of concentric flue extension and the vertical terminal. 150mm Max wall thickness 390mm Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 37: Vertical Flue Kits

    Vertical Flue Kits IN ROOM BEHIND ROOM Adapter A Adapter A Condensate trap Condensate trap FOT –158Bend 2 x 45°ESBends Clamp Clamp Adapter B Adapter B Vertical Terminal Vertical Terminal Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 38: Extension Components

    Extension Components 1m Extension 45° BENDS Stand Off Pipe Clamp Attic Pipe Clamp Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 39: Behind Room Flue Kit

    Take care when fitting the flue pieces together not to damage the seals. The pieces are supplied with a small sample of silicone lubrication. Use this only, do not use any type of grease. Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
  • Page 40 (the larger diameter section) should be 52mm. (Step C) Adapter B goes into the condensate trap next. ( Step D) After Adapter B all flue is run in Rinnai’s standard 60/100 flueing. Available parts are shown on page6. The first piece be an extension.

  • Page 41: In Room Flue Kit

    Installation of the Rinnai Energysaver Space Heater. The installation of the Rinnai Energysaver heater should take place as detailed in the installation manual, with the ex- ception that the heater must sit 150mm from the wall. This will allow room behind the heater to run the vertical flue up the inside of the wall.
  • Page 42 (nominal) adapter should point out from the wall and to the left hand side of the heater (when facing the heater.) 625mm 305mm 375mm 165mm Box signifies heater outline on back wall Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
  • Page 43 Do not use hard detergents, or petroleum based lubri- cants such as Vaseline, as they may damage the seals. Next the adapter is installed. (B) After the adapter all flue is run in Rinnai’s standard 60/100 flueing. Available parts are shown on page 38.
  • Page 44 The straightened elbow goes on to the exhaust elbow. The adapter goes onto the straightened elbow, and this fits into the adapter on the flue. The supplied clips hold everything together. Details of how the clips fit is in the heater installa- tion manual Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 45: Condensate

    20mm.The drain pipe can be run into the back of the heater and sealed with silicone. This will drain into the drip tray. This hole MUST not enter the heat exchanger. 15mm Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 46: Adjust Gas Pressure Settings

    Use A1 or L1 for venting up to 3m with 1 elbow.  check for gas leaks at the test points Use A2 or L2 for venting exceeding 3m with 1 elbow. Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 47: Normal Operating Sequence

    NORMAL ABNORMAL Flame Rod Flame Rod Yellow flames or orange color Long, clear, blue, stable flames Final Assembly Install the front panel and bottom cover. Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 48: Operating Instructions

    ON/OFF button on the control panel. and control compartment clean. 3. Locate the manual gas valve on the side of the unit. Turn the manual valve clockwise to the full OFF position. Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 49: Care And Maintenance

    All maintenance and service are to be performed by a Dirty filter reduce the air flow qualified service technician, preferably one who has and the appliance’s ability to attended Rinnai service training classes on the Direct produce heat. The filter should Vent products. be cleaned frequently during the heating season.

  • Page 50: Cut-Away Diagram

    Cut-Away Diagram RHFE-559FT (RHFE-559T) RHFE-309FT Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 51: Flow Chart

    Flow Chart Page 52 Page 52 Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
  • Page 52 Flow Chart Page 51 Page 51 Page 53 Page 53 Page 53 Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
  • Page 53 Flow Chart Page 52 Page 52 Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
  • Page 54 Convection Fan Failure Service call. Faulty ON/OFF Switch Service call. Faulty Solenoids Service call. Faulty Flame Rod Service call. Communication Error Service call. Flue Block Check around the flue terminal for blockage. [2] Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 55: Wiring Diagram

    MAIN SOLENOID VALVE 1, 2 MODULATING SOLENOID COMBUSTION FAN MOTOR white VALVE yellow TRANSFORMER FLAME ROD gray TERMINAL BLOCK orange RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T / RHFE 309FT brown * NOTE: this connector applicable to RHFE-559FT ONLY Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 56: Exploded View

    Exploded View RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
  • Page 57 Exploded View RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
  • Page 58 Exploded View RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
  • Page 59 Exploded View RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
  • Page 60 Exploded View RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
  • Page 61 Exploded View RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
  • Page 62 Exploded View RHFE-309FT Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
  • Page 63 Exploded View RHFE-309FT Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
  • Page 64 Exploded View RHFE-309FT Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
  • Page 65 Exploded View RHFE-309FT Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
  • Page 66 Exploded View RHFE-309FT Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 67: Ce Certificate

    CE Certificate Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 68: Conformity Declaration

    Conformity Declaration Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...
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  • Page 71: Consumer Support

    Energysaver Space Heaters Item Period of Coverage Heat Exchanger 10 years from date of purchase All Other Parts 5 years from date of purchase Reasonable Labor 2 years from date of purchase Rinnai UK RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT / RHFE-559T Manual...

  • Page 72: Limited Warranty

    What will Rinnai do? Rinnai will repair or replace the covered product or any part or component that is defective in materials or workmanship as set forth. Rinnai will pay reasonable labor charges associated with the repair or replacement of any such part or component. All repair parts must be genuine Rinnai parts. All repairs or replacements must be performed by an individual or servicing company that is properly trained, state qualified or licensed to do the type of repair.

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