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Evolve 950
Models: RHFE950ETRN/RHFE950ETRL

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  • Page 1: Installation Guide

    Installation guide Evolve 950 ™ Models: RHFE950ETRN/RHFE950ETRL...
  • Page 2 Important: Appliance must be installed with a Rinnai approved flue system. This appliance shall be installed in accordance with: - Manufacturer’s installation instructions - AS/NZS 5601 Gas Installations - Local regulations and municipal building codes Installation, servicing and repair shall be carried out only by authorised personnel.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Before you start ..........4 Specification ............ 5 Gas supply ............6 Electrical supply ..........6 Wall penetration ..........7 Framing dimensions ........8 Clearances ............9 TV installation ..........10 Flueing options ..........11 Evolve 950 installation overview ..... 12 Connect flue system ........
  • Page 4: Before You Start

    This could result in serious injury and/or property damage. Flue installation guide These instructions are to be used in conjunction with the Rinnai Arriva and Evolve flue installation guide supplied with the flue kits. Carton contents The components for the Evolve 950 are supplied in three separate cartons (four if a mesh guard is purchased).
  • Page 5: Specification

    Located inside the appliance, upper Appliance must be installed with a right hand side. Rinnai flue system. * Will vary according to gas type and flue configuration ** Will vary depending on geographical location in NZ Dimensions are in mm.
  • Page 6: Gas Supply

    The power cord passes through a slot in the back right hand corner of the appliance. Rinnai recommend the heater be plugged into a 230 V, 10 A earthed power point. The power point must not be above the heater. Alternatively the appliance can be direct wired if the power supply is to be concealed.
  • Page 7: Wall Penetration

    Wall penetration Direct flue wall penetration requirements Use the guide pictured to mark the penetration points for the gas supply and flue transition locations. Consideration must be given to the position of any studs, noggins or other components of the wall structure on both sides of the wall.
  • Page 8: Framing Dimensions

    D-depth 570 mm min. The main points governing location are flueing and warm air distribution. The Rinnai Evolve has an integrated zero clearance box that isolates the appliance from combustible materials. This means it can be installed directly into a decorative fireplace constructed from materials such as wood or plaster.
  • Page 9: Clearances

    Clearances (from the edge of the glass) The appliance must not be installed where curtains or other combustible materials could come into contact with the heater. In some case curtains may need restraining. The clearances listed below are minimum clearances unless otherwise stated. Floor protection To ceiling Heat radiating from this fire may...
  • Page 10: Tv Installation

    TV is not to be installed above a fireplace. Rinnai does not accept any responsibility for damage to a TV resulting from the use of this information. 10 | Evolve 950 Installation Guide: 12471-A 01-14...
  • Page 11: Flueing Options

    * Allow for a 2 ° fall from the heater connection to the wall terminal. Flueing notes Down rating the appliance For all installations a Rinnai flue system Condensate MUST BE used. Detailed flue instructions For all flueing EXCEPT direct flueing, the A condensate trap is required for vertical are provided with the flue kits.
  • Page 12: Evolve 950 Installation Overview

    Evolve 950 installation overview Construct frame as per enclosure Line wall—could also plaster at Complete the gas connection dimensions on p. 8. this stage. refer p. 6. Electrical supply can also be completed at this point. Connect flue system. Install heater into enclosure, Install burn media, refer p 16-19.
  • Page 13: Connect Flue System

    Connect flue system Consult the Rinnai Arriva and Evolve flue installation guide supplied with the Arriva/ Evolve flue kits for detailed flue installation instructions. For connection of the flue to the heater refer information below. Removing the pipe clamp, extension tube and exhaust pipe Before installing the heater into the enclosure the pipe clamp, telescopic extension tube, and exhaust pipe need to be removed so there is room to connect the flue system.
  • Page 14: Install Heater Into Enclosure

    Install heater into enclosure 1. Carefully move the heater into the enclosure, guiding the piping, flexible gas connection, and telescopic extension tube into the access openings and through the appliance. Ensure that the air hose is not in a position where it could get caught or crushed by the unit. 2.
  • Page 15: Removing And Replacing The Glass Panel

    Removing and replacing the glass panel Before the burn media can be installed into the combustion chamber, the glass panel needs to be removed. Remove the four retaining screws—two at the top and two at the bottom. When replacing tighten all four screws and then back off by quarter of a turn. If the glass panel is screwed too tight, the panel will bow and the spring release mechanism won’t work properly.
  • Page 16: Install Burn Media - Log Set

    Install burn media - log set The log set, consisting of eight log pieces, and two granule packs come packaged in a separate box. The glass retainer will need to be removed before installing the log set and granules. Use extreme care when handling the log pieces, they are made from a fragile material and will damage easily.
  • Page 17 3. Front left small log 4. Front right small log Refer fully assembled image for reference. Place onto the Refer fully assembled image for reference. Place onto the middle left locating pin and left front locator bracket. middle right locating pin and right front locator bracket. 5.
  • Page 18: Install Burn Media - Stones

    Install burn media - stones The stone set, consisting of 30 stones (10 white and 20 grey), and two granule packs come packaged in a separate box. The glass retainer will need to be removed before installing the stones and granules. Use extreme care when handling the stones, they are made from a fragile material and will damage easily.
  • Page 19 5. Place the fifth white cut out stone (5W) 6. Place back three large grey stones Place the fifth white cut out stone on the far right burner Place the three large grey stones (L1, L2, L5) at the back bracket.
  • Page 20: Commissioning

    Commissioning The gas pressures of the appliance are factory preset for direct flue installations (most common type of installation) and will normally not require adjustment. The combustion chamber glass must be on when checking the operating pressures. The commissioning sheet is located in a plastic pouch inside the unit on the right hand side.
  • Page 21: Install Inner And Outer Frame

    Install inner and outer frames Installing the outer frame 1. Hook the inside fold of the outer frame to the top lip of the engine body. 2. Rotate the bottom of the outer frame in towards the engine body, connect the control panel cat 5 cable, and secure with the two retaining screws.
  • Page 22: Test Operation And Lighting Sequence

    If the appliance cannot be made to perform correctly please contact Rinnai. Installation checklist and customer handover Complete the installation checklist in the customer operation guide, and make sure you leave the guide with the customer.
  • Page 23: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring diagram (part of commissioning) ON/OFF DISPLAY UNIT Wiring Diagram RHFE950ETR Issue A CONTROL DISPLAY UNIT OH.TH 2 blk blk OH.TH 1 F (3A) gr/y R.TH AC 230-240V gr/y 6 5 4 4 3 2 1 3 2 1 bl w y bk bk bk bk y pl gy or y or bk br bl w...
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