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Operation & Installation Manual
RF1200TW
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.
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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- Page 1 • 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.
- Page 2 Congratulations on the purchase of your RF1200TW Decorative Gas Log 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
OPERATION TABLE OF CONTENTS Before You Start Safety Safety Devices Features Control Panel Operation Remote Control Operation Operational Safety Burner Media Power Failure Cleaning When to call for Service Service Installation Table of Contents Contacts Rinnai RF1200TW OIM... -
Page 4: Before You Start
Please keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference. CARTON CONTENTS The components for RF1200TW heater are supplied in separate cartons, the following table lists which components are in each carton. Ensure that the components listed for the installation method being installed are present before proceeding with the installation. -
Page 5: Safety
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. -
Page 6: Safety Devices
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. -
Page 7: Features
The appliance can be stopped by pressing the ON/OFF button on the Control Panel or by pressing the power button on the remote control (refer to the remote control operation on page 6 for details). The flames may take a few seconds to fully extinguish. This is normal and is not a cause for concern. Rinnai RF1200TW OIM... -
Page 8: Remote Control Operation
Furniture and other objects must not be placed within 1 metre of the fireplace. Make sure that the lower and upper air inlets are not blocked as this could cause damage to the fan or cause the gas controls to overheat. Rinnai RF1200TW OIM... -
Page 9: Burner Media
, streaky orange colour, this could indicate a problem. Contact Rinnai for advice. SERVICE In order for your appliance to give years of comfort and enjoyment, it is recommend that it is serviced on an annual basis by a licensed service gas-fitter. - Page 10 This page is intentionally blank Rinnai RF1200TW OIM...
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Page 11: Installation Table Of Contents
Mantles, Surrounds, Recesses & Hearths Ventilation Flue Requirements Engine Installation External Wall Installation Appliance Gas Connection & Commissioning Aeration Sleeve Details Pilot Burner Performance Trim Installation Burner Media Installation Final Checks Trouble Shooting Commissioning Checklist Wiring Diagram Contacts Rinnai RF1200TW OIM... -
Page 12: Installation Safety
NOT INTENDED FOR FIREPLACE INSERT Only the approved flue componenets 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... -
Page 13: Specifications
* From base of engine to base of trim Gas pipe entry 1310 Three sided trim 510 OD Note that a three or four sided Open Side Glass Side trim may be fitted to either side Power connection of the appliance as required! Rinnai RF1200TW OIM... -
Page 14: Gas & Electrical Supplies
Electrical connections must be in accordance with AS/NZS 3000 and installed by an authorised person. CLEARANCES The appliance must be installed with the shown minimum clearances to combustible materials. See also “Mantles, Surrounds, Recesses & Hearths” on page 13 for additional information. Rinnai RF1200TW OIM... -
Page 15: Mantles, Surrounds, Recesses & Hearths
TV or ornament on. 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 Hearths... -
Page 16: Ventilation
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. - Page 17 Complete the flue to the termination point using AUFLUE250/300 (C) and RFCOWL250/300 (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 RF1200TW OIM...
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Page 18: Engine Installation
3 pin plug 1340 Fire is viewed from the open side with the glass to the rear. It must be confirmed which way the fire is to be viewed prior to installation as the glass can not be reversed. Rinnai RF1200TW OIM... - Page 19 13mm a non-combustible recommended that protection be given material must be used for at to any combustible flooring directly in least 200mm above the fire front of the fire if installed less than 300mm from the floor. Rinnai RF1200TW OIM...
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Page 20: External Wall Installation
The lower edge can be covered by as much as 200mm from the base of the appliance. INNER GLASS OUTER GLASS FRONT PANEL INNER GLASS FRAME FLASHING OPTIONS IF FLASHING IS DESIGNED TO BASE COVER FIRE FLANGE THEN PANEL THE OVERLAYS MAY NOT BE REQUIRED Rinnai RF1200TW OIM... - Page 21 IMPORTANT fingerprints etc. are removed before fixing outer glass to engine - whilst removal of the inner glass is TRIM possible there is no access to the top louvre or lower RETAINER divider panels. RETAINER SPRING Rinnai RF1200TW OIM...
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Page 22: Appliance Gas Connection & Commissioning
Operation” on page 6. Use a 10 mm spanner to turn nut A , lock screw B with appropriate screw driver to prevent it turning. Turning nut A clockwise increases the outlet pressure whilst turning anti-clockwise decreases the outlet pressure. Rinnai RF1200TW OIM... -
Page 23: Aeration Sleeve Details
Refer to the notes supplied with the burner media and the chart below for more information. Aeration Identification Sleeves groove Gas Type Burner Media No. of ID Grooves on Sleeve (Depth of Sleeve) Natural Gas 3 (20mm) Propane 2 (10mm) Rinnai RF1200TW OIM... -
Page 24: Pilot Burner Performance
WARNING it. Either hold the trim slightly higher or use a thin piece of card between the leg end and the hearth. Proceed to “Burner Media Installation” on page 23. Rinnai RF1200TW OIM... -
Page 25: Burner Media Installation
(Refer to “Pilot Burner Performance” on page 22) Avoid pouring the media over the burner, as this can block the burner ports with the fine dust that tends to settle in the bottom of the bags during shipping. IMPORTANT Rinnai RF1200TW OIM... -
Page 26: Final Checks
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 RF1200TW OIM... -
Page 27: Wiring Diagram
WIRING DIAGRAM Rinnai RF1200TW OIM... -
Page 28: Contacts
*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.