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SAPPHIRE GAS LOG FLAME FIRE Operation / Installation Manual MODELS: RIB2311MN/A & RIB2311ML/A This appliance shall be installed in accordance with: • Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions • Current AS/NZS 5601 AS/NZS 3000 • Local Regulations and Municipal Building Codes including local OH&S requirements This appliance must be installed, maintained and removed by an Authorised Person.
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Congratulations on the purchase of your Rinnai Sapphire gas log flamefire. We trust you will have many years of comfort and enjoyment from your appliance. BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE OPERATION OR INSTALLATION OF YOUR NEW HEATER PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND GAIN A FULL UNDERSTANDING OF THE REQUIREMENTS, FEATURES AND OPERATION OF YOUR NEW APPLIANCE.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS This heater must be installed by an authorised person. The installation must conform to local regulations. The installation must also comply with the instructions supplied by Rinnai. Service and removal must be carried out by an authorised person.
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Optional Wireless Remote / Thermostatic Control (x1 Carton) Wireless remote/thermostatic control with wall mount. AA batteries (x2). Operating Instruction. Optional Two Piece Spigot Adapter (x1 Carton) Two piece Spigot Adapter Top Half, Bottom Half and assembly screws (x4) Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
Installers Signature: ____________________________________________________________________ Installation Date: ____________________________________________________________________ APPLIANCE DETAILS Model Number: ____________________________________________________________________ Serial Number: ____________________________________________________________________ Installation Address: ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED, SERVICED AND REPAIRED BY AN AUTHORISED PERSON. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
• 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.
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DO NOT spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance while it is in operation. Most aerosols contain flammable substances which can be a heater hazard if used near this heater when it is in use. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
750 mm in front of the heater. When the heater is operated for the first time or after long periods of non use a slight odour may be emitted, this is normal. However if odours persist switch ‘OFF’ the appliance and contact Rinnai. SAFETY DEVICES Over Heat Switches: When the heater gets too hot during operation (for example when air outlet louvres are blocked) these devices turn the gas off automatically and allow the heater to restart when cooled down.
The appliance is housed in a decorative fabricated sheet metal box that is intended to be freestanding and not inbuilt. MASONRY ZERO CLEARANCE Note: Standard model fascia shown for illustrative purposes PLINTH CONSOLE Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
ABOUT YOUR HEATER DESIGN FEATURES Rinnai Sapphire Heater Push button control panel ON / OFF (Standby) button Power / operation indicator Flame Up button Flame Down button Glass dress guard (standard model) / Mesh dress guard (classic model) Flame window - artificial log set and burn media...
Step 2. To re-set the gas control turn 'OFF' the heater by pressing 'ON/OFF' button once. Step 3. In rapid succession Press button , 3 times. (Turn 'ON', then 'OFF', then 'ON' again), within a 5 second period. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
For further enhanced comfort and convenience the Sapphire heater can be both remotely and thermostatically controlled through the use of a wireless wall mountable controller / thermostat. The wireless controller / thermostat is an optional extra available through your Rinnai stockist. DISPLAY LAYOUT & FEATURES Time of day with ‘AM’...
Press and release the ‘A/M’ button. The unit first lights the pilot and then after a short period switches to the ‘HIGH’ flame setting. To turn ‘OFF’ press and release the ‘PWR’ button once. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
When changing batteries all settings will be lost and the controller will revert back to the 'Initial setup screen'. Re-setting of time, date and programming will be necessary. NOTE Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
‘UP’ increase hours, minutes, day or temperature ‘OK’, accepts the current function and advances to the next function, ‘DOWN’, decrease hours, minutes, day or temperature. DOWN P (Program) Initiates the programming mode, press and hold for 2 seconds. DOWN DOWN Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
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This process takes approximately 20 seconds and does not affect any programming. DOWN If any of the characters are not displayed contact your Rinnai stockist for a replacement controller. The Fan and Snowflake symbols displayed are not utilized in the operation of the Sapphire heater.
Step 1. With the controller turned ‘ON’, press and release the ‘A/M’ button until the word ‘MANUAL’ appears on the LCD. Step 2. Press press the ‘UP’ button or ‘DOWN’ button to increase or decrease the temperature in increments of 1°C. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
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At any time, the temperature or fan speed may be adjusted ‘UP’ or ‘DOWN’ similarly to operating in “Manual Temperature Mode” on page 18. However, whenever the thermostat changes to a new time period, the temperature will be set automatically according to that period’s setting. NOTE Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
MO TU WE TH FR SU - SA SU MO TU WE TH FR SA Holding the ‘UP’ or ‘DOWN’ buttons for more than 2 seconds will scroll through the day ranges. NOTE Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
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‘TIME’ + ‘HOUR’ + ‘AM’ will flash, this completes the programming for the ‘P1 - ON’ period. Repeat steps 3 through 9 for ‘PROG’. ‘P2 - OFF’, ‘P3 - ON’ and ‘P4’ ‘OFF’ periods. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
Rinnai recommend that this appliance and installation be inspected and serviced every 2 years or more frequently. If the power supply cord or any other component of the heater are damaged, they must be replaced by Rinnai or a suitably qualified person.
Only applicable if the remote controller is programmed. ABNORMAL FLAME PATTERN Each Rinnai Flame Fire heater 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.
ATTACHING DRESS GUARD TO CLASSIC FASCIA ASSEMBLY..............51 ABNORMAL FLAME PATTERN........................51 WIRING DIAGRAM.............................. 52 CHECKLIST................................. 53 INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST ..................53 CONTACT INFORMATION ......................... 56 THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED, SERVICED AND REPAIRED BY AN AUTHORISED PERSON. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Model RIB2311MN/A RIB2311ML/A Model Name Sapphire Gas Log Flame Fire Features Inbuilt or Freestanding Gas Space Heater Burning log effect Glass front Convection Fan, top warm air outlet Glass dress guard (standard model) Mesh dress guard (classic model)
IDEA Check the manufacturers installation instructions for these items and ensure the recess is suitable. Rinnai does not take any responsibility for any damage occurring to any items installed above and in the vicinity of the heater. NOTE Rinnai Australia...
When preparing a cavity / frame for a zero clearance installation the total cavity depth MUST also include the thickness of the external cladding, as the zero clearance box MUST BE installed flush with the cladding surface. Failure to do this will cause misalignment of the flue systems. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
Use a soapy solution to test all gas connections. If a leak is present bubbles will form at the leak point. When finished remove any residue with a rag. Prevent any soapy solution from coming in CAUTION contact with electrical components. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
Fascia Assembly. Refit the cord and plug assembly to the Fascia assembly ensuring the grommet is fitted to the sheet metal. Excess cord may be left in the cavity below the fire box. DO NOT coil excess cord. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
HEATER ENGINE - GENERAL INSTALLATION FLUEING The following diagrams illustrate the flue installation options that are available for the Sapphire flame. Only the genuine Rinnai Flamefire (FLF) flue is certified as part of the Rinnai Sapphire WARNING space heaters. Only an authorised person must install, service and remove the Rinnai Sapphire space heater &...
A ‘Lined Chimney’ installation is used when the existing chimney condition is inadequate for an Open Chimney’ installation and uses a Rinnai Flexiliner (flexible) flue system, chimney plate and cowl to provide the flueing for the heater.
The foam strip is intended to form a seal between the heater and the fireplace brickwork. If an adequate seal cannot be formed then another means of sealing must then be used. (e.g. non combustible insulation or heat resistant silicon). Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
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When finished remove any residue with a rag. Prevent any soapy solution from coming in contact with electrical components. Step 11. Completing Heater Installation Go to “COMPLETING HEATER INSTALLATION” on page 45. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
(supplied). Then secure the base panel to the side panels with four screws (supplied). & Ensure flue has been installed as per ‘Flueing Installation Manual For Rinnai Flamefire Heaters’. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
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(not supplied). Install the Rinnai rigid flue system components accordance with the ‘Flueing Installation Manual For Rinnai Flamefire Heaters’ that is provided with the flue kit. Ensure there are no wall studs, noggins, ceiling joists, wiring or other obstruction...
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When finished remove any residue with a rag. Prevent any soapy solution from coming in contact with electrical components. Step 13. Completing Heater Installation Go to “COMPLETING HEATER INSTALLATION” on page 45. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
Confirm the correct gas supply position and locate the base assembly in the selected installation position and fasten to the floor using appropriate fasteners (not supplied) through the three holes in the base plate Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
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Align the heater securing holes over the M5 root nuts, then secure using the 4 - M5 x 12mm screws supplied. Note that two screws are located midway into the appliance on the lower left and right edges, refer to detail above. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
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When finished remove any residue with a rag. Prevent any soapy solution from coming in contact with electrical components. Step 10. Completing Heater Installation Go to “COMPLETING HEATER INSTALLATION” on page 45. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
Confirm the correct gas supply position and locate the base assembly in the selected installation position and fasten to the floor using appropriate fasteners (not supplied) through the three holes in the base plate Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
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Align the heater securing holes over the M5 root nuts, then secure using the 4 - M5 x 12mm screws supplied. Note that two screws are located midway into the appliance on the lower left and right edges, refer to detail above. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
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Prevent any soapy solution from coming contact with electrical components. Step 10. Completing Heater Installation Go to “COMPLETING HEATER INSTALLATION” on page 45. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
After inspection place the logs and the burner granules satchel safely aside where they can not get damaged. If ANY damage is evident on the logs DO NOT continue with installation and contact your supplier for advice. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
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, the rear burner box wall and locate the front of log onto the stop bracket. When and the burner. correctly positioned this log will be touching both brackets, log and the right burner box wall. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
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Fit the inner frame to the heater engine by locating the over-folded edge over the two return tabs then gently swing down the bottom edge onto the magnets Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
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DO NOT leave the appliance unattended when power is connected and the panels are removed. Installation and commissioning must be carried out by an Authorised person. Wiring inside this appliance may be at 240V potential. DO NOT test for gas escapes with an open flame. Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
The appliance should be run on the high setting in a well ventilated room until these dissipate. 11. Check the flame pattern, see '“ABNORMAL FLAME GAS CONTRL VALVE PATTERN” on page 51. POWER CONNECTOR Rinnai Australia RIB2311 Sapphire Operation & Installation Manual...
For protection of young children or the infirm a secondary guard is required. If the heater is not operating correctly refer to the “TROUBLE SHOOTING CHECKLIST” on page 23 before contacting Rinnai. It is the responsibility of the installer to check that under normal operating conditions of the...
ABNORMAL FLAME PATTERN Each Rinnai Flame Fire heater 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.
1. 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 checked and set? 4. Has the log set / burn media been installed as per instructions? 5.
Braeside, VIC 3195 For further information visit: www.rinnai.com.au 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 our National Help Line. Rinnai recommends that this appliance be serviced every 2 years.
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