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• Local Regulations and Municipal Building Codes including local OH&S requirements This appliance must be installed, maintained and removed by an Authorised Person. For continued safety of this appliance it must be installed and maintained in All Rinnai gas products are A.G.A. certified. accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
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Congratulations on the purchase of your RF1800 Decorative Gas Flame Effect appliance We trust you will have many years of enjoyment from your purchase. THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION. FOR SAFETY PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF YOUR NEW FLAME FIRE AND GAIN A FULL UNDERSTANDING OF THE APPLIANCE.
OPERATION TABLE OF CONTENTS Before You Start Safety Safety Devices Appliance Features Operation Instructions Operational Safety Power Failure Cleaning When to call for Service Service Installation Table of Contents Contacts Rinnai RF1800 OIM...
Please keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference. CARTON CONTENTS The main RF1800 engine components are supplied in a crate, components for additional installation methods are packed separately. The following table lists the contents for each component package, ensure that the components listed for the installation method being installed are present before proceeding with the installation.
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.
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. Appliances incorporating a live fuel effect and designed to operate with luminous flames, may exhibit slight carbon deposits.
NOTE * Provision of a latched relay (see page 21 for details) or other automated power supply cut off can be used to prevent the appliance from restarting. Rinnai RF1800 OIM...
Contact Rinnai for advice. SERVICE In order for your appliance to give years of comfort and enjoyment, it is recommended that it is serviced on an annual basis by a licensed service gas-fitter.
NOT INTENDED FOR FIREPLACE INSERT Only the approved flue components specified by Rinnai MUST BE used This appliance must be installed into a well ventilated room in accordance with AS/NZS 5601 This appliance is designed for indoor installation only; NOT TO BE INSTALLED OUTDOORS...
Inlet 1825 Gas Inlet Open Side Glass Side The drawings above are for the Left handed version of this appliance. A right hand version is also available, for which the dimensions are the same yet reversed. NOTE Rinnai RF1800 OIM...
The power cord is designed for Appliance reducer a 230/240V AC 10 amp supply. Electrical connection point connections must be in accordance with AS/ 3/8" flared flexi tube NZS 3000 and installed by an authorised 200mm long person. Rinnai RF1800 OIM...
Paintings, Prints, Photographs, Tapestries, Mirrors, Stuffed Animals, etc. Rinnai does not take any responsibility 45° for any damage occurring to any items FIRE PROOF BOARD FOR installed above and in the vicinity of MINIMUM HEIGHT OF 300MM the heater.
Into a roof space ventilated to outside. FLUE REQUIREMENTS ONLY the Rinnai flue components described in this manual are to be used with this appliance. The installation of the flue system MUST comply with the requirements of AS/NZS 5601.
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Complete the flue to the termination point using AUFLUE200/250 (C) and RFCOWL200/250 (D) as required. The minimum total flue height is 2.4 metres, providing the flue is direct without offsets. Offsets can be used on flues over 3.6 metres in height. IMPORTANT Rinnai RF1800 OIM...
When engine installation is complete, the fitting of cardboard from the packaging material to the front flanges on both sides of the appliance with some low-tac masking tape will help to protect the appliance from dust, paint, etc. of subsequent construction drawing into the appliance or marking the glass. Rinnai RF1800 OIM...
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Allow at least 20mm gap for power and gas Refer to note on top fixing 322 Min over over cladding cladding Platform recommended Rinnai RF1800 OIM...
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This section must be fully supported from above and not place any load on the fire Allow at least 20mm gap for power and gas Refer to note on top fixing Platform recommended 295 Min over cladding Rinnai RF1800 OIM...
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Seismic Restraint: There are 4 holes in the base of the engine to hold the appliance in place. Make sure that the engine is correctly aligned with where the wall lining will finish before fixing the engine in place. IMPORTANT Rinnai RF1800 OIM...
Rear Reflector, slide the Rear Reflector towards the gas control so as to be able to gain purchase on both ends of the reflector and remove it. Push the burner assembly as far back as possible without crushing the gas supply hose or wires etc. Rinnai RF1800 OIM...
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Check the flame pattern, see “When to call for Service” on page 7. Replace all panels and reflectors previously removed, make sure that the burner is fastened in place and that all protective plastic has been removed. After re-assembly confirm that the appliance is still operational. Rinnai RF1800 OIM...
Ensure all PVC plastic coating material is removed before operating the unit. If you have answered NO to any of the above questions you MUST NOT allow the appliance to be WARNING operated until the item has been rectified. Rinnai RF1800 OIM...
10 AMP MAX GAS CONTROL 12 PIN PLUG FLAME SPARK WH (HT LEAD) GAS CONTROL COLOUR (SIT840 with 0.579.402 DBC) WHITE BLUE BROWN GREEN / YELLOW ORANGE Latched Relay Wiring Diagram To Appliance COMMON Mains 10 Amp Relay Supply Rinnai RF1800 OIM...
*Cost of a local call higher from mobile or public phones. Fax: (03) 9271 6622 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.