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Rinnai America

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REMOTE CONTROLLER OPERATION

 

 

 

 

DIAGNOSTIC  USE  OF  CONTROLLER

1. 

To  Display  Maintenance  Codes:

  Press  ‘On/Off’  button. To  sequence  through  stored   

 

maintenance  codes,  press  ‘On/Off’  followed  by  the 

  thermostat  button.     

2. 

To  Display  Water  Flow  through  water  heater:

  Press 

  thermostat  button,  hold    

 

for  2  seconds  and  simultaneously  press  ‘On/Off’  button.       

3. 

To  display  Outlet  Water  Temperature:

  Press 

  ‘thermostat  button’,  hold  for  2     

 

seconds  and  simultaneously  press  ‘On/Off’  button.

         

Digital  Monitor

I

ndicates  the  selected  water

temperature.  Error  messages
flash  in  the  event  of  a  failure.

   

Thermostat

Increases  or  decreases 
the  desired  water 
temperature.

         

In  Use  Indicator

Indicates  that  a  hot  water  tap 
is  open  and  that  control  of  the 
temperature  has  been  taken  at 
another  controller.

       

 

ON/OFF

      Used  to  switch  the 
      water  heater  on  and  off

       

Priority

Pressing  takes  control
of  the  water  temperature
by  this  controller  only              
when  all  taps  are  off.

   

Priority  Indicator

    Indicates  whether  this
    controller  has  priority
    control  over  the  water                  
    temperature 

 

 

 

 

 

MUTE

 

To  eliminate  the  beeping  sound,  press  and  hold 

  and 

  button     

 

 

simultaneously  until  a  ‘beep’  is  heard  (approximately  5  seconds).

 

 

             

TO  CHANGE  TEMPERATURES  FROM 

O

F  to 

O

C

 

1. 

Press  and  hold  ‘On/Off’  button  for  5  seconds  while  water  heater  is  OFF.

2. 

To  change  back  from 

O

C  to 

O

F,  please  repeat  step  1.

Summary of Contents for REU-V1616W

Page 1: ...Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier ANS Z21 10 3 CSA 4 3 To Suit Models REU V1616W R42 REU V1616WC ...

Page 2: ...Consumption Hot water capacity 50 F rise Hot water capacity 35 F rise Default Temperature Setting no controller Controller Default Temperature Setting Maximum Temperature Setting Minimum Temperature Setting Weight Noise level Over Current Glass Fuse 3 amp Remaining Flame OHS 207 F Bi Metal Switch Thermal Fuse 264 F Automatic Frost Protection Bi Metal Sensor Anti Frost Heaters Combustion Fan RPM Ch...

Page 3: ... date of purchase when used as a circulating water heater within a hot water circulation loop when the water heater is in series with a circulation system and all circulating water flows through the water heater WHAT WILL RINNAI DO Rinnai will repair or replace the product or any part or component that is defective in materials or workmanship except as set forth below Rinnai will pay reasonable la...

Page 4: ...this Warranty WHAT IS NOT COVERED This Warranty does not cover any failures or operating difficulties due to accident abuse misuse alteration misapplication acts of God improper installation improper maintenance or service inadequate water quality scale buildup freeze damage or for any other causes other than defects in materials or workmanship This warranty does not apply to any product whose ser...

Page 5: ...r 10 Scalds First Aid 10 General Controller Information 11 Remote Controller Operation 12 Deluxe Controllers 13 14 15 16 17 Controllers Set Pattern Temperature Tables 18 Error Messages 19 20 Maintenance Service Information 21 22 Trouble Shooting and Common Questions 23 For Your Safety Read Before Operating 23 Operating Instructions 24 Care Lime Condition Warning 24 Installer s Instructions 25 50 ...

Page 6: ...ers to help insure maximum customer satisfaction and maximum warranty coverage Failure to comply with state and local codes may result in non compliance and may void the warranty of the water heater s This appliance must be installed in accordance with local codes or in the ab sence of local codes the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 and or the CSA B149 1 Natural Gas and Propane Installa...

Page 7: ...hot water temperature falls below the selected temperature Built into the microprocessor of the Rinnai Water Heaters is the ability to LIMIT THE MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE of the hot water supplied by the Rinnai Water Heaters Without the connection of a remote controller s the Rinnai Water Heater is preset to deliver water at 120O F Residential and 140O F Commercial Residential Unit With the remote contr...

Page 8: ...emperatures displayed at the remote controller s and the temperature of the water at the tap The Rinnai Water Heater controls the water temperature automatically To do this it sometimes needs to change the water flow accordingly The water flow from the hot water tap may vary after the selected temperature at the remote controller s is altered The water flow may also vary from summer to winter as i...

Page 9: ...SE indicator will glow on all remote controller s Adjusting Temperature 1 To take control of the Rinnai Water Heater all hot water taps must be closed Press the Priority button on the Controller you want to set the temperature with and the green Priority indicator light will The outlet water temperature of the Rinnai Water Heater can only be adjusted by the user using the remote controller s To ad...

Page 10: ...est the temperature of the water with your elbow before placing a child in the bath or shower Do not leave a child or an infirm person in the bath unsupervised S C A L D S F I R S T A I D 1 Remove clothing Remove all wet clothing quickly Wet clothing retains the heat 2 Apply cold water for 30 minutes Immediately submerge the burnt area in cold water for 30 minutes to reduce the heat in the skin pr...

Page 11: ...N The controller s for the Rinnai Water Heater allow the customer to control the functions of the water heater and to diagnose certain fault conditions REMOTE CONTROLLERS IDENTIFICATION MC 91 1US comes with the unit MC 100V 1US optional BC 100V 1US optional ...

Page 12: ...the event of a failure Thermostat Increases or decreases the desired water temperature In Use Indicator Indicates that a hot water tap is open and that control of the temperature has been taken at another controller ON OFF Used to switch the water heater on and off Priority Pressing takes control of the water temperature by this controller only when all taps are off Priority Indicator Indicates wh...

Page 13: ...errands or in emergency situations In Use Indicator Indicates that a hot water tap is open and that control of the temperature is taken at another controller Priority Pressing takes control of the water temperature by this controller only when all taps are off Call Allows user to contact another controller Can be used as a communication channel for errands or in emergency situations Clock 12 Hour ...

Page 14: ...ature is displayed on the Digital Monitor To Operate the hot water unit open any hot water tap This will automatically light the burner providing hot water The flame of the water heater In Use Indicator will illuminate on the Controller Once the hot water is running if the set temperature is either too hot or cold press the or buttons until the desired temperature is reached Setting The Sound Volu...

Page 15: ...ce prompt sound volume is medium each subsequent press of the Sound Vol will cycle through the available volume settings in the following order High Voice Off Voice beep Off Sound no beep Low Voice Medium Voice Adjusting Temperature Simply press the Hot water temp or buttons until the required temperature is displayed on the Digital Monitor To Operate the hot water unit open any hot water tap This...

Page 16: ...lons The shower bath volume can be lowered to a minimum of 10 gallons or raised to a maximum of 120 gallons Programming shower Bath Volume and Temperature With the system on select a Deluxe Bathroom controller s and ensure that it currently has priority If it does not have priority press the Priority button once and the Priority button will illuminate To select the desired delivery temperature use...

Page 17: ...ay Hot water is not available Turn off all hot water taps and push the Bath Fill button Follow the voice prompt instructions When Water Smart Bath Fill Operations Finishes Once the Water Smart Bath fill operation finishes the following events will occur 1 The flow from the shower bath hot water tap will cease 2 The Water Smart Bath Fill button will flash 3 The Kitchen Controller Bath indicator wil...

Page 18: ...3 7 3 e r u t a r e p m e t W Models Rinnai America 18 CONTROLLERS SET PATTERN TEMPERATURE TABLES Temperature controllers allows precise temperature control by the user When used correctly the hot water unit will deliver the selected temperature even when the water flow is varied or more than one tap is in use Each Temperature Controller can be individually programmed however the water heater unit...

Page 19: ...late and inspect burner surface for condensation or debris Check that the gas is turned on at the water heater and gas meter Check for obstructions in the flue outlet Ensure gas line meter and or regulator is sized properly Ensure gas type and pressure is correct Bleed all air from gas lines Ensure proper Rinnai venting material was installed Ensure condensation collar was installed properly Ensur...

Page 20: ...ns in air flow around unit and vent terminal Check sensor wiring for damage Measure resistance of sensor Clean sensor of scale build up Ensure fan blade is tight on motor shaft and is in good condition Replace sensor Check modulating gas solenoid valve wiring harness for loose or damage terminals Measure resistance of valve coil Ensure fan will turn freely Check wiring harness to motor for damaged...

Page 21: ...t covered by the unit s warranty 3 Remove and clean the inlet water filter 4 Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids 5 Do not obstruct flow of combustion and ventilation air In the case of any fault or error message from the Rinnai Water Heater first turn all hot water taps off Wait for 5 seconds Turn the hot water tap back ...

Page 22: ... power Allow to cool for one hour 2 Remove the Front Panel by removing screws See parts breakdown on panels 3 Use pressurized air to remove dust from around main burner 4 Use soft dry cloth to wipe cabinet DO NOT DAMAGE OR DISTORT ANY PARTS OF HEATER DO NOT USE WET CLOTH OR SPRAY CLEANERS ON BURNER 2 Visual check of main burner flames The burner must flame evenly over the entire surface when opera...

Page 23: ...n your plumbing system between your water heater and the fixture water pressure flow rate of fixture in use etc Q After I turn off the hot water tap the fan on the Rinnai Water Heaters continues to run A The fan is designed to be on for 65 seconds after the flow of water stops This is to ensure constant water temperatures during rapid starting and stopping as well as exhausting any residual gas fl...

Page 24: ...Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed 3 Turn the manual valve at gas inlet of appliance clockwise to OFF Care of Unit s Exterior Keep the exterior cabinet clean Use a soft cloth and warm water when cleaning the cabinet Do Not use volatile substances such as benzene and thinners as they may ignite or cause fading of the paint Lime Condition Warning Signal If you...

Page 25: ...19 Warnings 26 27 Locating the Vent Terminal 28 Performance Data 29 Dimensions 30 Recommended Piping for Installation 31 32 33 34 35 Freeze Protection 36 Gas Piping Sizing Chart 37 Gas Piping Notes 38 Water Piping Notes 39 Pressure Relief Valve 39 Electrical Connection Notes 40 Lighting the Unit 41 Remote Controller 42 Remote Controller Installation 43 44 Testing 45 Schematic Diagram 46 47 Content...

Page 26: ...ack of Heater 0 inch Front of Heater 24 inches Sides of Heater 6 inches Ground 12 inches Minimum clearances from non combustible materials are listed below Top of Heater 2 inches Back of Heater 0 inch Front of Heater 24 inches Sides of Heater 1 2 inch Bottom 2 inches DO NOT install the Rinnai Water Heater under an overhang less than 3 feet from the top of the unit When the overhang protrudes out o...

Page 27: ...tions 4 Install the water heater outdoors only 5 Maintain proper space around the unit for proper servicing and operation Minimum clearances from combustible Minimum clearances from non combustible Top of Heater 12 inches Top of Heater 2 inches Back of Heater 0 inch Back of Heater 0 inch Front of Heater 24 inches Front of Heater 24 inch Sides of Heater 6 inches Sides of Heater 1 2 inch Ground 12 i...

Page 28: ...g e r r e t e m e v o b a d e d n e t x e e n i l r e t n e c f o e d i s h c a e o t e c n a r a e l C y l b m e s s a t h g i e h a n i h t i w t e e f 3 e h t e v o b a t e e f y l b m e s s a r o t a l u g e r r e t e m t e l t u o t n e v r o t a l u g e r e c i v r e s o t e c n a r a e l C I t e e f 3 J e h t r o g n i d l i u b o t t e l n i y l p p u s r i a l a c i n a h c e m n o n o t ...

Page 29: ...Loss ft head V2532W WC V2532WD WCD V2020W WC W 6 2 5 V2 V1616W WC 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 6 0 7 0 8 0 9 0 5 1 5 2 1 0 0 1 5 7 0 5 5 2 0 Hot Water Flow Rate gpm V2526W V2020W WC V1616W WC V2532W WC V2532WD WCD W Models Rinnai America 29 INSTALLER S INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PRESSURE DROP CURVE INSTALLER S INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OUTLET FLOW DATA ...

Page 30: ... from wall r e t a W d l o C G 1 1 Inlet from center r e t a W d l o C H 4 4 3 3 1 4 1 4 l l a w m o r f n o i t c e n n o C s a G I 3 3 3 3 5 3 5 3 r e t n e c m o r f n o i t c e n n o C s a G J 6 1 6 1 6 1 6 1 e s a b m o r f n o i t c e n n o C o t h t g n e L s a G 2 2 2 2 e s a b m o r f n o i t c e n n o C o t h t g n e L d l o C 6 1 6 1 6 1 6 1 e s a b m o r f n o i t c e n n o C o t h t g...

Page 31: ...l building codes Confer with local building officials before installation Pressure Relief Valve 3 4 Ball Valve 3 4 Union Check Valve S Pressure Regulator Circulating Pump Solenoid Valve Boiler Drain Valve KEY Gas Supply 3 4 Cold Water Supply Line 3 4 Hot Water Supply Line Rinnai Water Heater Rinnai Equipment List Residential and Commercial Rinnai Water Heaters Outdoor MC 91 Controller Included MC ...

Page 32: ...Supply QTY 1 1 1 Rinnai Water Heater Notes PLEASE NOTE FOR RESIDENTIAL APPLICATIONS THIS PIPING ARRANGEMENT MAINTAINS FULL WARRANTY 10 Years On Heat Exchanger 5 Years On Parts Commercial Application Warranty 5 Years On Heat Exchanger 5 Years On Parts Rinnai Equipment List Residential and Commercial Rinnai Water Heaters Outdoor MC 91 Controller Included MC 100V and BC 100V Controllers Optional RIK ...

Page 33: ...trolled by an Aquastat Timer or Combination Aquastat and Timer Pump to be sized for 3 0 gpm flow 12 feet head Flow Balancing Valve to be adjusted to 3 GPM flow through water heater with no hot water taps open Pump to be of Bronze or Stainless Construction Cold Water Supply and Circulation Return Lines Must Be 3 4 Tubing Throughout Circulation Loop Note Water heater outlet temperature cannot be adj...

Page 34: ...ctrical power supplied to a Rinnai water heater it will not freeze in environments as cold as 30ºF when protected from direct wind exposure In the event of a power failure at temperatures below freezing the water heater should be drained of all water to prevent freezing damage The unit may be drained manually or through the installation of the Optional solenoid valves as shown shown The electrical...

Page 35: ...water heater 2 Close valves V3 and V4 3 Connect pump outlet hose H1 to service valve V2 4 Connect drain hose H3 to valve V1 5 Pour approximately 4 gallons of virgin food grade white vinegar or virgin food grade citric acid into pail 6 Place free ends of hose H2 and H3 into pail 7 Open valves V1 and V2 8 Turn on power to circulating pump and allow solution to circulate through water heater for 45 m...

Page 36: ...TECTION Freeze protection of the water heater is only possible when electricity gas supply and normal water heater functions are enabled If you expect freezing conditions while either electricity or gas supply is interrupted water must be completely drained from water heater This water heater and venting system is designed to withstand temperatures to as low as 30O F so long as electricity and gas...

Page 37: ... size that will supply the cubic feet per hour of gas required for the input rating of the Rinnai Water Heaters The formula for figuring the cubic feet per hour required is Gas Input of Rinnai water heater BTU HR CFH Heating Value of Gas BTU FT3 Gas input requirement is on the water heater data plate The heating value of the gas can be obtained from the local Natural Gas Utility Capacity Table for...

Page 38: ...ted below Minimum value is for input adjustment Natural Gas Minimum 6 WC Propane Gas Minimum 10 WC Maximum 10 5 WC Maximum 13 5 WC 4 After completion of gas pipe connections all joints including the heater must be checked for gas tightness by means of leak detector solution soap and water or an equivalent nonflammable solution as applicable 5 The Rinnai Water Heaters must be leak tested before it ...

Page 39: ...s and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems ANSI Z21 22 and or the standard CAN1 4 4 Temperature Pressure Temperature and Pressure Relief Valves and Vacuum Relief Valves This relief valve must be rated up to 150 PSI of pressure 3 The relief valve should be added to the hot water outlet line per manufacturer s instructions DO NOT place any other type valve or shut off device be...

Page 40: ...on when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation Verify proper operation after servicing W Models Rinnai America 40 INSTALLER S INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Connection Notes 1 The Rinnai Water Heater requires 120VAC 60Hz Power from a properly grounded circuit 2 An on off switch must be provided and installed for the incoming 120VAC power 3 Wire the Rinnai...

Page 41: ... settle there 3 Turn the manual gas control valve on STOP READ THE SAFETY ISSUES ON PAGES 8 4 Turn on any hot water tap The Rinnai Water Heater should light and begin heating your water If the Rinnai Water Heater fails to light 1 DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT BY HAND 2 Turn off the electrical power to the unit 3 Turn off the manual gas control 4 Wait 5 minutes if you smell gas go to a neighbor s house a...

Page 42: ...ALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Remote Controllers General The remote controls for the Rinnai Water Heater allow the customer to control the functions of the water heater and to diagnose certain fault conditions Before installing the remote controllers determine the most convenient location s When deciding on the best location for the remote controllers consider the following items 1 Place the controllers o...

Page 43: ... Installation 1 Determine a suitable location for the controller 2 Make three holes on the wall as shown 3 Run the cable between the controller and the Rinnai Water Heaters or the controller and the other controller 4 Remove the face plate from the remote controller 5 Connect the cable to the remote controller 6 Mount the controller to the wall using the holes drilled in step 2 7 Disconnect the po...

Page 44: ...e the Quick Cable Connector 90 counter clock wise Fig 2 10 Insert wire cable through the Cable Access Hole so that it can be accessed from the back Fig 2 11 Loosen two Cable Screws on the Terminals For Controls and connect the cable accordingly You can not connect more than two cables at a time If more than two please connect in parallel Fig 3 12 Loosen the Clamp Screw and affix wire cable with cl...

Page 45: ...ranty W Models Rinnai America 45 INSTALLER S INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Testing 1 Turn on the gas and water 2 Check for water and gas leaks Use soapy water to test for gas leaks 3 Remove pressure test point screw attach pressure gauge to test point 4 Turn Power on 5 Open any hot water tap fully 6 Check test point or supply pressure in water columns per inch 7 If it is determined that the gas pressu...

Page 46: ...W Models Rinnai America 46 INSTALLER S INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Schematic Diagram V2532W R85 V2532WC C85 V2020W R53 V1616W R42 V2526W R70 Fixed By Pass V2020WC C53 V1616WC C42 No By Pass ...

Page 47: ...W Models Rinnai America 47 INSTALLER S INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Schematic Diagram V2532WD R85PLUS V2532WCD C85PLUS ...

Page 48: ...U245 2600X03 00 Printed in Japan_06 03 ...

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