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Issue 4 ©Rinnai
A Rinnai Flexible Flue Liner Kit (Flexliner01) is
mandatory
in all masonry fireplace and chimney installations.
1. Check Dimensions of Fireplace
• Check dimensions of fireplace and if necessary bring
them to the dimensions shown.
• If the fireplace opening is larger than the heater, a
100mm wide decorative surround Part no. for the
External top panel FLFRSEXT (Black only) and these
panels are available from your local gas appliance
retailer.
2. Check conditions of fireplace/chimney
The chimney must be physically checked first and must
meet the following set criteria along with local regulations. Failure to meet these criteria will not only void
the product warranty but may affect the performance of the product.
a):
All loose/broken bricks must be replaced or repaired ensuring the chimney is of sound
construction and does not leak.
b):
Any under floor air supply to the fireplace must be completely sealed off to prevent
secondary air draw.
c): Total flue length MUST NOT be less than 3 metres and flue cowl must terminate above the chimney
in accordance with AS/NZS 5601.
d):
The chimney must be swept clean and be free of soot and creosote that may have built up if
previously used for a solid fuel fire.
e):
The hearth surface must be flat and level to support the entire heater.
If the heater is not properly supported noise and vibration may result.
3. Install Flue
For installations into a masonry fireplace a Rinnai Flexible Flue system is required. (Flexliner01). Rinnai
rigid flame fire flueing is not suitable. Assemble flue in accordance with the instructions supplied with the
flue kit. At this point do not connect the flue spigot to the heater.
HEATER
HEATER
MASONRY
FIREPLACE
695 mm Minimum Height
700 mm Max
imum Height
600 mm Minimum Width
800 mm Maximum Width
405 mm Minimum Depth
Hearth 50 mm Minimum Height
INSTALLATION INTO MASONRY FIREPLACE & CHIMNEY