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HydraHeat Split Hot Water Heat Pump Operation guide...
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Warning Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury or loss of life. For more information about buying, using, and servicing of Rinnai appliances call: 0800 RINNAI (0800 746 624). Rinnai New Zealand Limited 105 Pavilion Drive, Mangere, Auckland...
Troubleshooting ............14 Warranty ..............16 For reliable operation the Rinnai HydraHeat should be serviced every two years. A typical service would include checking (and replacing if needed) the real time clock battery, examining and clearing the check valve of any debris, cleaning the evaporator, checking and clearing the condensate drain (if necessary), cylinder connections, and ensuring there are no water leaks.
The Rinnai HydraHeat has a sealed refrigerant system, leaks will not be common unless the internal components of the unit have been punctured. If punctured a hissing sound could occur indicating a leak. Contact your installer or Rinnai as soon as possible if this occurs.
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Do not remove the cylinder element cover, or authorised person. Draining water from the the HydraHeat Split electrical cover as this will heat pump unit is necessary if the power will be expose 230 V wiring. It must only be removed shut off to the unit, and snow or frost conditions by an authorised person.
During normal operation condensation occurs for an extended period with the power supply in the heat pump as air across the evaporator disconnected, Rinnai recommends having your is cooled. In high humidity locations a large system drained by an authorised tradesperson volume of condensate can be generated.
Energy efficient performance and natural R290 refrigerant The HydraHeat Split boasts an impressive coefficient of performance (COP) of 4.6, resulting in highly efficient water heating that minimises energy consumption and lowers operating costs. R290, with a 150 g charge, is a natural hydrocarbon refrigerant that offers minimal environmental impact, while the reduced charge ensures system safety.
How it works A heat pump operates by transferring heat from the ambient outside air into the water. Electricity is used to operate the compressor, but not to directly heat the water. Because of this, energy consumption is significantly reduced when compared to a traditional hot water cylinder with an electric element.
Operation modes Standard (default setting) Shutdown The heat pump unit is preset to operate in The system is completely off and in standby ‘Standard’ mode, heating the water to at least mode, ideal for when away on holiday or to 60°C before delivering it to the cylinder.
Controller interface The HydraHeat controller uses a compact OLED display with three capacitive touch buttons to enable easy access to the operation menus. When a button is pressed there will be an audible beep. Home screen and navigation To access the home screen press OK for approximately 3-5 seconds.
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Set and forget timer The timer can be used to lock out the system so it does not operate. Once set it will continue to operate at the programmed times until ‘Timer Reset’ is selected. Scenario: Dave wants to reduce the operating noise of the system at night as it’s located near a neighbouring boundary where bedrooms are located.
Maintenance and servicing For reliable operation the Rinnai HydraHeat should be serviced every two years. A typical service would include checking (and replacing if needed) the real time clock battery, examining and clearing the check valve of any debris, cleaning the evaporator, checking and cleaning the condensate drain (if necessary), cylinder connections, and ensuring there are no water leaks.
Take a note of the error code and contact Rinnai or your installer. Element Only, means water in the cylinder is heated only by the electric element, like a traditional storage cylinder.
If there is power to the heat pump, and the unit is in element only mode or in a fault condition, then contact Rinnai Service to arrange for a technician to visit and resolve the issue. Note: A call-out fee may apply.
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Rinnai Service for advice. HEAT PUMP ERROR INDICATOR LED indicator is flashing on the This will flash if an error is detected with the heat pump, contact Rinnai for display assistance. ERROR CODE AFTER A POWER DISRUPTION...
Where the date of installation is not known or cannot be proven, the warranty will be based on the date of manufacture. Any warranty claim must be made within a reasonable time of discovery of the potential fault or defect. The HydraHeat Split is suitable for residential applications only. General warranty terms Rinnai reserves the right to make modifications and change specifications and its parts without notice.
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Where Rinnai determines that the heat pump unit needs to be removed for repair, Rinnai may undertake such removal and may permanently replace the defective heat pump unit with a substitute unit that is in the reasonable opinion of Rinnai, in a better or equal condition to the repaired unit.
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Water quality Water chemistry has a direct impact on hot water heaters, affecting corrosion protection measures, or causing scale buildup. Water quality MUST: 1. Meet the Water Services (Drinking Water Standards for New Zealand) Regulations 2022 and the Aesthetic Values for Drinking Water Notice 2022, or the water standards as statutorily defined at the time;...
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