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SPECIFICATION 

Model

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Infinity 16e 

Installation

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 External location only

Fuel

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Natural Gas or LPG * 

Control

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Modulating 

Input

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5.1 to 34.7 kW

Exhaust type

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Forced Draught Direct Exhaust

Ignition

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Electronic

Burner

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Stainless steel 

Weight

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15kg

Water flow rate

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2.4** to 16L/min 

Minimum operating water pressure

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0.8 Bar

Connections

Gas

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3/4BSP

Water Inlet

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1/2BSP

Water outlet

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1/2BSP

Electrical Supply

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230V AC 50Hz 1ph 

* Separate models available for Natural gas or LPG fuel.
** Minimum flow rate based on temperature setpoint and inlet conditions. 

Rinnai are continually updating and improving products and reserve the right to
alter model specifications without prior notice. 

Summary of Contents for Infinity 16e

Page 1: ...ual Infinity 20e and 16e Infinity 20e and 16e Continuous Flow Water Heater Important Read these instructions carefully before attempting installation or use of this appliance All work must be carried...

Page 2: ...heaters set to 65 C or higher Water heaters used in commercial or industrial processes Any application that uses Rinnai water heaters in conjunction with storage tanks Any application that uses Rinnai...

Page 3: ...ts Important Information Operation without Remotes Temperature Controls Testing Gas Pressure Setting Dip Switch Setting Error Messages Restarting the Rinnai Water Heater Wiring Diagram Diagnostic Poin...

Page 4: ...d is the correct gas type for the installation Refer the data plate located on the left hand side of the appliance Remove the heater and the accessories from the carton and check that all the parts ar...

Page 5: ...heater 4 The heater must be installed in the vertical position with the gas and water connections on the underside pointing vertically downward 5 Installation must be carried out in accordance with t...

Page 6: ...l delay time Contact Rinnai for further information Location of the appliance flue terminal must be in accordance with the clearances shown on page 8 Ensure that the flue terminal and hot water outlet...

Page 7: ...indication of the pipe sizes required If the heater is in a hard water area a suitable water conditioning device should be in stalled to prevent the build up of limescale within the heat exchanger Hea...

Page 8: ...pe or soil pipe 150mm H From an internal or external corner 200mm I Above ground roof or balcony level 300mm J From a surface facing the terminal 600mm K From a terminal facing a terminal 1200mm L 120...

Page 9: ...9 DIMENSIONS Infinity 20e Infinity 16e Note All dimensions are in mm A DIMENSIONS 40 50 39 GAS COLD HOT 26 CABLE ACCESS Note All dimensions are in mm A DIMENSIONS 40 50 39 GAS COLD HOT 26 CABLE ACCESS...

Page 10: ...Controllers 37 55 40 43 50 55 65 75 40 43 50 55 65 75 37 55 deg C Ignition Direct Electronic Ignition Gas Consumption Low Nat Gas 5 6 5 0 kW LPG Nat Gas LPG 5 5 9 2 kW Gas Consumption High 44 4 34 7 k...

Page 11: ...aving both floor and wall space The temperature of outgoing hot water is CONSTANTLY MONITORED by a BUILT IN SENSOR If the temperature of the outgoing hot water rises to more than 3 C above the selecte...

Page 12: ...50 C can cause severe burns instantly or even death from scalding Children disabled and the elderly are at the highest risk of being scalded by excessively hot water Always test the temperature of the...

Page 13: ...er flow may also vary with the temperature of the incoming water supply Keep flammable materials trees shrubs chemicals etc away from the heater Do not touch the unit cover or the flue outlet Do not i...

Page 14: ...flowing through the appliance stops Turn On by opening the hot water tap Rinnai Infinity water heaters without controllers are factory pre set to a temperature limit of 55 C Other limits lower or high...

Page 15: ...egulations current edition for location requirements in shower and bath areas The cables to the temperature controller carry only 12VDC extra low voltage When using more than one temperature controlle...

Page 16: ...wdriver Take care not to damage the cover fig 3 4 Run the cable provided through the hole in the wall ensuring that the end fitted with the connector is nearest the controller fig 2 5 Connect the cabl...

Page 17: ...r from the Appliance 4 screws fig 1 3 Thread the cables through the cable access hole at the base of the appliance 4 Cut the spade connectors from two controller cables 4 connectors should be cut off...

Page 18: ...oller Deluxe Bathroom Controller Hot Water Delivery 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 48 50 C Bath fill Delivery 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 C Deluxe Kitchen Controller 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45...

Page 19: ...ttons simultaneously for more than 3 seconds This can be done for each Temperature Controller To return to original settings repeat this step TEMPERATURE CONTROLS OPERATING Indicates the temperature s...

Page 20: ...indicator will glow on the temperature controller Adjusting Temperature Simply press the Hot Water Temperature Up or Down arrow button until the desired temperature is displayed on the digital displa...

Page 21: ...water is running Ensure the system is switched On by verifying the temperature display is lit Ensure the controller has priority by verifying the Transfer LED indicator is lit If it is not then press...

Page 22: ...ontroller TEMPERATURE CONTROLS OPERATING On the Master controller press and hold the Transfer and On Off buttons simultaneously see fig 2 until a beep is heard approx 5 seconds Check that the display...

Page 23: ...already programmed to allow high temperatures Temperatures in bathrooms should never exceed 50 C STEP 1 On the Master controller only press and hold the Transfer and On Off buttons simultaneously see...

Page 24: ...apply Temperature selection cannot be transferred If a temperature of 43 C or higher selected and the temperature is decreased to below 43 C and then raised again the maximum available temperature wi...

Page 25: ...e tap 48 C If a temperature higher than 50 C has been selected on the Master controller and priority of temperature selection is transferred to another controller or controller is turned OFF then back...

Page 26: ...ufficient gas pressure 8 With all other appliances operating the pressure at the test point on the inlet to the gas valve should read 20 mbar for Natural Gas For LPG Propane the pressure should be 37...

Page 27: ...orrect position for the type of gas Nat or LPG you are using SW2 is top set of switches 5 Attach pressure gauge to burner test point fig 2 6 Turn ON the gas supply 7 Turn ON 230V power supply 8 If rem...

Page 28: ...ore than a few degrees at a time then let the pressure settle down before turning it more 16 IMPORTANT Set dip switch no 3 and no 4 on the bottom set of switches SW1 to OFF to return the appliance to...

Page 29: ...of dip switch 4 Temperature OFF OFF OFF ON SW1 bottom 1 Computer Programming 2 Computer Programming OFF ON 3 Combustion 4 Combustion Dip Swiches Explained GAS TYPE LPG NAT GAS OFF ON SW2 OFF ON SW2 1...

Page 30: ...sitions for the Infinity 16e 2 3 4 DIP SWITCH SETTING Infinity 20e and Infinity 16e Temperatures With or Without Remotes SW2 SW2 SW2 1 1 1 2 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 4 40 deg C 43 deg C 50 deg C SW2 SW2 SW2 1 1...

Page 31: ...y the manufacturer s warranty Code Displayed Fault Remedy Noticeable reduction in water flow Inlet water filter needs to be cleaned 03 Power interruption during operation water will not flow when powe...

Page 32: ...unning the unit will not operate no display on the controller Isolate pump then start heater before restarting pump This is a safety feature The pump should also be fitted with a thermostat to prevent...

Page 33: ...remote controllers The heater s will automatically reset without any user involvement Single or multiple water heater s with remote controller s To reset the heaters follow the steps 1 Turn off all ho...

Page 34: ...34 WIRING DIAGRAM B 70 2A Q 2A 70 2A Q 2A M AC230V...

Page 35: ...35 DIAGNOSTIC POINTS Diagnostic Points To be read in conjunction with the wiring diagram...

Page 36: ...g Water flow rate 2 4 to 20L min Minimum operating water pressure 0 8 Bar Connections Gas 3 4BSP Water Inlet 1 2BSP Water outlet 1 2BSP Electrical Supply 230V AC 50Hz 1ph Separate models available for...

Page 37: ...t 15kg Water flow rate 2 4 to 16L min Minimum operating water pressure 0 8 Bar Connections Gas 3 4BSP Water Inlet 1 2BSP Water outlet 1 2BSP Electrical Supply 230V AC 50Hz 1ph Separate models availabl...

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Page 39: ...ting valve Have you cleaned cold water inlet filter That plumbing connections are correct Is appliance inlet gas pressure correct with all appliances operating Do the Master Controllers if fitted oper...

Page 40: ...060 00012 39665 2 V2020W V1616W UK U250 1880 Printed in Japan 2005 03...

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