Continuous flow and temperature control instantaneous gas water heater (32 pages)
Summary of Contents for Rinnai REU-V3237FFU
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Operation / Installation Manual To Suit Models: R98i REU-V3237FFU REU-V3237FFU-ASME C98i REU-V3237FFUC REU-V3237FFUC-ASME R98e REU-V3237W REU-V3237W-ASME REU-V3237WC C98e REU-V3237WC-ASME (Residential and Commercial for indoor and outdoor unit) ANS Z21.10.3 CSA 4.3 WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
Maintenance & Service Information ......20,21,22,23 Trouble Shooting and Common Questions ......... 24 For Your Safety Read Before Operating ........25 Operating Instructions ............. 25,26 Care & Lime Condition Warning ..........26 Installer’s Instructions ............. 27-50 Notes ................... 51 V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
Combustion Fan RPM Check - Integrated Circuit Over Current - Glass Fuse (3 amp) Rinnai is continually updating and improving products, therefore, specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Local, state, provincial and federal codes must be adhered to prior to installation.
Rinnai will replace the product with a comparable product, at Rinnai’s discretion. If a component or product returned to Rinnai is found to be free of defects in material or workmanship, or damaged by improper installation or damaged during return shipping, the warranty claim for product, parts and labor may be denied.
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. Please complete the Warranty registration either online or mail it to Rinnai at the address shown on the card. Receipt of warranty registration by Rinnai will constitute proof-of-purchase for this product.
NB and the REU-V3237WC-ASME HLW stamps. All Rinnai water heater(s) SHOULD be installed by a state qualified or licensed contractor. Failure to comply with state and local codes pertaining to water heater installation may void the warranty on your new water heater(s).
F E A T U R E S O F Y O U R N E W WATER HEATER The Rinnai is one of the most advanced water heaters available. It supplies hot water continuously at the temperature preset in the unit or at the temperature set on the optional remote controller(s).
S A F E T Y C O N S I D E R AT I O N S Depending on the weather conditions and Always check water temperature by hand the length of the pipe between the Rinnai before entering the shower or bath. The Water Heater and the tap in use, there may temperature may have been changed.
TEMPERATURE CAN ONLY BE ADJUSTED BETWEEN 98°F AND 110°F WHEN ANY HOT WATER TAP IS OPEN. To take control of the Rinnai Water Heater, all hot water taps must be closed. Press CHECK LOCAL CODES FOR THE the "Priority” button on the Controller you...
REMOTE CONTROLLERS IDENTIFICATION MC-91-1US (comes with the unit) MC-100V-1US (optional) BC-100V-1US (optional) The controller(s) for the Rinnai water heaters allow the customer to control the functions of the water heater and to diagnose certain fault conditions. V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
‘On/Off’ button until the display changes to °C (°F), approximately 5 seconds. To Turn Off the Sound (Mute) To turn the sound off (mute) press and hold both the thermostat buttons until an audible “beep” is heard, approximately 5 seconds. V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
Thermostat Sound Volume Water Volume Increases or decreases the desired Used to select the voice prompt Used to select Water Smart / Bath water temperature. volume. Fill volumes. V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
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Once the hot water heater is in operation, if the set temperature is either too hot or cold, press buttons until the desired temperature is reached. TEMPERATURE CAN ONLY BE ADJUSTED BETWEEN 98°F AND 110°F WHEN ANY HOT WATER TAP IS OPEN. V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
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HOT WATER TAP IS OPEN. A responsible adult should always check the water temperature before a child or infirm person is place in contact with hot water. Avoid getting water in the Controller(s) speaker as this may cause damage. V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
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• Remain by the bath during the filling process. • Use a low bath fill volume such as 25 gallons or less. The “Water Smart / Bath Fill” function is unavailable with the MSA Controller System. V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
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Refer to the Temperature Table page to confirm the maximum number and combination of controllers that can be fitted to all water heater models. When using two Deluxe controllers, only one Controller MC-100V-1US can be installed. V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
Controllers allow the water temperature to be set from the various locations where they are installed. The temperature selected will be available to all outlets. Below are the combination of Controllers that are offered by Rinnai: Controllers Combination Pattern **See controller manual in controller carton box for more detailed information.
E R R O R M E S S A G E S The Rinnai Water Heater has the ability to check its own operation continuously. If a fault occurs, an Error Message will flash on the Digital Dispaly of the Remote Controller. This assists with diagnosing the fault, and may enable you to overcome a problem without a service call.
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Ensure you have at least the minimum flow rate required to fire unit. Ensure turbine spins freely. Measure the resistance of the water flow control sensor. Remote control does not light up but you have 12 VDC at the terminals for controls. V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
The water heater should be cleaned annually. Keep the water heater clear of dust and debris especially in and around burner. Cleaning procedures for the Rinnai are as follows: 1) Turn off and disconnect electrical power. Allow to cool for one hour.
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The following items should be checked during each inspection: 1) The area around the Rinnai Water Heater should be free from combustible materials such as cloth, vegetation and building materials. (see page 8).
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M A I N T E N A N C E & S E R V I C E I N F O R M A T I O N (FLUSH PROCEDURE FOR LC ERROR CODE) V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
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Install a drip leg (if not already incorporated as part of the water heater) as shown. The drip leg must be at least three inches long for the accumulation of dirt, foreign material, and water droplets. V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
fixture, water pressure, flow rate of fixture in use, etc. - After I turn off the hot water tap, the fan on the Rinnai Water Heater continues to run! - The fan is designed to be on for a few seconds after the flow of water stops.
STOP! Follow “B” in 5) Turn the manual valve located at gas the safety information above. If you don’t smell gas, go to next step. inlet of the appliance clockwise to “OFF”. V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
Zinc Description Hardness Dissolved Solids) Up to Up to Up to Up to Up to 6.5 to Up to 0.2 Up to 0.05 Up to 5 Maximum mg/L mg/L mg/L Levels mg/L mg/L mg/L mg/L mg/L V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
This section is for the Qualified Installer only. If you are not properly trained, you should not install this unit. The warranty may be voided due to improper installation. For information on Rinnai Training Courses, call 1-800-621-9419. Installer’s Installation Considerations ....28,29,30 Water Piping Notes ............30...
Doing so will void the warranty. 3) The Rinnai Water Heater is not suitable for use as a pool or spa heater. 4) The indoor unit is designed to be installed indoors using the proper vent piping to exhaust by-products of combustion to the outside environment.
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Toxic chemicals such as those used for boiler water treatment are NOT to be introduced into the potable water, when used for space heating. The Rinnai, if it will be used as a potable water source, must not be connected to a system that was previously used with a nonpotable water heating appliance.
3) Purge the water line to remove all debris and air. Debris will damage the Rinnai Water Heater. 4) There is a wire mesh strainer on the Rinnai's inlet to prevent the introduction of debris to the unit. It will need to be cleaned periodically. DO NOT operate unit without filter in place.
Each 1 foot of semi rigid flex duct used in the air intake length is equivalent to one 90 degree elbow. For high altitude installations contact Rinnai at 1-800-621-9419. Table 1 Maximum Vent Length (feet) (Intake or Exhaust) Number of 90°Elbows...
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• Refer to the vent pipe manufacturers’ instructions for component assembly instructions. Air Intake Assembly FIGURE 2 The combustion air for the Rinnai Tankless Water Heater is supplied directly from the outdoors through the air intake system. The air intake system consists of a field supplied stainless steel,...
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Refer to Figure 6 for air inlet and exhaust outlet termination minimum clearances. FIGURE 5 HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION OPTIONAL CONCENTRIC EXHAUST/INTAKE TERMINATION RELATIONSHIP EXHAUST COMBUSTION AIR / INTAKE SLOPE INTAKE AND EXHAUST TOWARD OUTSIDE TERMINATION MINIMUM 1/4" PER FOOT FIGURE 6 VERTICAL INSTALLATION V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
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Clearance under deck, veranda, porch, or balcony (open on 3 sides) 1 feet * For clearances not specified in ANSI Z223.1 / NFPA 54 or CAN/CGA-B149, please use clearances in accordance with local installation codes and the requirement of the gas supplier. V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
Heater by using Cable Clamp and Screw supplied. (Fig.4) (Both of Primary and Sub Unit) EZConnect Cable Cable Clamp(Supplied) Screw(Supplied) • Temperature settings can only be changed on the primary unit controller. • This system can not use the bathfill function. V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
Check test point or supply pressure in water columns per inch as shown. Natural Gas Inlet and Manifold Gas Pressure by Model Inlet Gas Pressure Low Fire Manifold Gas Pressure High Fire Manifold Gas Pressure REU-V3237FFU Series 6" - 10.5" 0.67" 3.0" REU-V3237W Series 6"...
GAS PIPING NOTES 1) A manual gas control valve must be placed in the gas supply line to the Rinnai Water Heater. A union can be used on the connection above the shut off valve for the future servicing or disconnection of the unit.
1-1/4 2205 1496 1212 1039 630 567 This chart is only for black iron piping and is only for sizing Rinnai Water Heater at high fire condition. Take into account other appliance(s) when sizing the overall gas supply at high fire conditions.
Pressure Relief Valve Solenoid Valve with local building officials before installation. RINNAI WATE R HEATERS Domestic Hot Water - Circulation Systems 103 International Drive 1 Rinnai Water Heater with Electric Storage Tank Peachtree City, Georgia 30269 V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
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OPTIONAL PIPING FOR CIRCULATION SYSTEMS V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. In Canada, all electrical wiring to the Rinnai Water Heater should be in accordance with local codes and the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1 Part 1.
REMOTE CONTROLLERS - GENERAL The remote controls for the Rinnai Water Heater allow the customer to control the functions of the water heater and to diagnose certain fault conditions. Before installing the remote controllers, determine the most convenient location(s). When deciding on the best location for the remote controllers, consider the following items: 1) Place the controllers out of reach of small children.
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Connect the cable to the remote controller. Mount the controller to the wall using the holes drilled in step 2. Disconnect the power from the Rinnai Water Heater. Remove the cover of the Rinnai Water Heater. Remove the plastic cover from the PCB and electrical connections.
Open any hot water tap fully. Check the operation of the unit. Check the operation of each of the remote controller(s). Explain the proper operation of the Rinnai Water Heater to the customer. A B O U T H O T W A T E R Water Temperatures over 125°F can cause...
I N S TA L L E R ’ S I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S Schematic Diagram V3237FFU (R98) & V3237FFUC (C98) V3237W (R98) & V3237WC (C98) V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...
N O T E S Model Number _____________________________________________ Serial Number _____________________________________________ Date of Purchase _____________________________________________ V3237 Models Rinnai Corporation...