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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 
accordance with the manufacturers instructions.

All Rinnai gas products

are A.G.A. certified.

RHFE-1005FDT

RHFE-559FDT

Operation & Installation Manual

RHFE-559FDT  RHFE-1005FDT

The flue system installation instructions are enclosed with the flue terminal, packaged separately.

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Summary of Contents for RHFE-1005FDT / FT

Page 1: ...nce must be installed maintained and removed by an Authorised Person For continued safety of this appliance it must be installed and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers instructions All Rinnai gas products are A G A certified RHFE 1005FDT RHFE 559FDT Operation Installation Manual RHFE 559FDT RHFE 1005FDT The flue system installation instructions are enclosed with the flue terminal pack...

Page 2: ...heater We trust you will have many years of comfort and enjoyment from your appliance BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE OPERATION OR INSTALLATION OF YOUR NEW HEATER PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND GAIN A FULL UNDERSTANDING OF THE REQUIREMENTS FEATURES AND OPERATION OF YOUR NEW APPLIANCE ...

Page 3: ... UNIT ON 10 TO TURN THE UNIT OFF 10 ROOM TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT 10 ECONOMY MODE 11 CHILD FUNCTION LOCK 11 FAN OPERATION 11 ADDITIONAL HEATER OPERATION INFORMATION 12 HUMIDIFIER TRAY 12 VERTICAL LOUVRE ADJUSTMENT 12 OUTSIDE FLUE TERMINAL 12 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 13 CLEANING 13 HUMIDIFIER TRAY 13 FAN FILTER S 13 CLEANING THE FAN FILTER S 13 FLUE TERMINAL 13 SAVE A SERVICE CALL 14 SERVICE 14 TROUBLE S...

Page 4: ... for damage and missing parts If the heater is damaged or missing any parts contact your supplier for advice Before installing the appliance check it is labelled for the correct gas type see label on the rear of heater Refer to local gas authority for confirmation of gas type if you are in doubt CARTON CONTENTS ITEM CHECKLIST Ensure that the components listed are present before proceeding with the...

Page 5: ...ns cooking vapours or cigarette smoke To avoid this possibility it is recommended that a mat or similar protective sheet be placed in front of the appliance extending for at least 750 mm This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction ...

Page 6: ...e gas which can be a fire hazard if used near the heater when it is in use DO NOT use or store flammable materials near this appliance Combustible materials must not be placed where the heater could ignite them Young children should be supervised at all times Hand or body contact with the warm air discharge louvres must be avoided DO NOT allow young children or the infirm to sleep directly in fron...

Page 7: ...normal However if odours persist switch OFF the appliance and contact Rinnai During peak operating periods the filters should be cleaned weekly however if the FILTER warning indicator flashes in the control panel display turn off the appliance immediately and clean filters before any further use This appliance is fitted with an integral humidifier tray that can be filled with water as required to ...

Page 8: ...comfort The integral humidifier tray should not be filled to more than 3 4 full or more than the MAX Fill line when this is indicated Lockable Control Panel Door A lockable Control Panel Door which is ideal for commercial use This feature is great for applications where safety is paramount or when the unit is required to be set once and left alone Two keys for the panel door are supplied with the ...

Page 9: ...ng ON OFF ON OFF BUTTON 1 Indicates that the Child Function Lock is actived see page 11 CHILD FUNCTION LOCK INDICATOR 7 Indicates that the filter needs cleaning see page 13 FILTER INDICATOR 8 Indicates that the appliance is turned ON and whether the burner is alight POWER ON COMBUSTION INDICATOR 9 Indicates that the Economy mode is in operation see page 11 ECONOMY INDICATOR 5 Selects energy saving...

Page 10: ...t temperatures can only be displayed and adjusted when the heater is running Press the button to increase the temperature setting or the button to decrease the temperature setting The temperatures can be preset to a L Temperature is controlled at set temperature Low b 16 C to 26 C in 1 C steps thermostatic control to preset temp selected Combustion rate varies as required to maintain the selected ...

Page 11: ...o deactivate the Child Function Lock simply press both the and buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds and the Child Function Lock indicator will go out The Child Function Lock can be deactivated at any time in this way During normal operation the Child Function Lock may be activated and all controls other than the OFF switch will be locked Deactivating the Child Function Lock releases the controls I...

Page 12: ...HE HUMIDIFIER TRAY WHILST THE HEATER IS IN OPERATION DO NOT fill the humidifier tray for at least 5 minutes after the heater stops operating DO NOT operate the heater without the humidifier tray in place If you notice water in the humidifier tray but have not placed any there do not be alarmed this is normal Due to the high efficiency of Energysaver heaters water in the form of condensate is accum...

Page 13: ...er or vacuum to remove dust Oily dust lint Wash the fan filter s with a mild detergent Drain off the water and dry the filter s before returning to the appliance FLUE TERMINAL Unplug electrical cord before cleaning All parts of the heater can be cleaned using a soft damp cloth and a mild detergent DO NOT use solvents or abrasives to clean any parts or surfaces DO NOT attempt to clean the heater wh...

Page 14: ...nit thermostat modulates to a lower or higher setting or shuts down This is simply expansion and contraction noise from the heat exchanger and is normal During combustion Clunking noise when the thermostat operates This is the sound of the solenoid gas valves opening and closing to regulate the gas flow and is normal When the appliance is turned off Convection fan continues to run after turning of...

Page 15: ...upply at the meter cylinder Service call contact Rinnai Gas turned off at meter cylinder Turn gas supply on at the meter cylinder Child function lock set Cancel Child function lock page 11 In all cases you may be able to clear the Error Message simply by turning the heater OFF then ON again If the Error Message still remains or returns on the next operation contact Rinnai or your nearest service a...

Page 16: ...Rinnai 16 ES_FDT_OIM NOTES ...

Page 17: ... LOCATION 21 HEATER INSTALLATION 22 1 UNPACKING THE APPLIANCE 22 2 CONNECTING THE APPLIANCE TO THE CONSUMER GAS PIPE 22 3 RHFE 559FDT BACK PANEL INSTALLATION 23 3 RHFE 1005FDT BACK PANEL INSTALLATION 24 4 COMMISSIONING 25 5 INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST 25 6 INSTALLATION RECORD 25 7 FINAL CHECKLIST 26 WIRING DIAGRAMS 27 RHFE 559FDT 27 RHFE 1005FDT 27 CONTACT INFORMATION 28 INSTALLATION ...

Page 18: ...des air for combustion to the appliance and allows expulsion of combustion products to atmosphere Results in room sealed appliance Ignition Direct continuous spark electronic ignition Electrical Supply 230V 240V 50Hz earthed 10 Amp supply lead and 3 pin plug Replace ONLY with Rinnai genuine part Standby Power Consumption 1W Convection Fan Cross Flow Type fan Centrifugal Drum Type fan Temperature R...

Page 19: ...ht side it MUST NOT BE above the heater Alternatively the appliance can be direct wired if the power supply is to be concealed The electric isolation switch MUST BE accessible after the appliance has been installed For all installations ONLY Rinnai Energysaver Flue components MUST be used The Rinnai Energysaver MUST NOT be flued into natural draft flue system or via a chimney Consult the Rinnai En...

Page 20: ...COWL Vertical Adaptor Kit Co Ax Pipe 900mm Bend 2 x 45º Roof Cowl ESFKITIW ESKIT03 ESPIPE900 ESBEND ESROOFCOWL UNDER FLOOR Components Direct Flue Kit Co Ax Pipe 900mm Bend 2 x 45º Back Cover Set see note below ESDFK ESPIPE900 ESBEND Order lengths as required Includes Condensate Trap ESCONDK The Energysaver Heater comes supplied with a standard back cover kit For Sideways and Underfloor installatio...

Page 21: ...00 Appliances up to 150 MJ h input 300 Appliances over 150 MJ h input up to 200 MJ h input 300 Appliances over 200 MJ h input up to 250 MJ h input 500 Appliances over 250 MJ h input 1500 All fan assisted flue appliances in the direction of discharge 1500 k From a mechanical air inlet including a spa blower 1000 Space heaters up to 50 MJ h input 150 Other appliances up to 50 MJ h input 500 Applianc...

Page 22: ...ration position in accordance with Energysaver Space Heater Co Axial Flue System Installation manual 6 Undo the gas connection remove the heater 7 Cut flue penetration s 8 Mark out the securing bracket screw holes in accordance with the table and the diagram right using the appliance s centre line as reference 9 Attach the two securing brackets supplied to the wall using the two 8g x 30mm screws s...

Page 23: ... Remove the Fan Filter iii 3 Carefully fit the top cover panel ensuring the rear fold locates neatly between the two securing brackets and wall 4 Secure the top cover panel with two 6g x 8mm pan head screws supplied iv 5 Replace the Fan Filter iii Use a soapy solution to test all gas connections If a leak is present bubbles will form at the leak point When finished remove any residue with a rag Pr...

Page 24: ...Filter iii 4 Carefully fit the top cover panel ensuring the rear fold locates neatly between the two securing brackets and wall 5 Secure the top cover panel with three 6g x 8mm pan head screws supplied iv 6 Replace the Fan Filter iii Air hose and heater exhaust connections at the Energysaver heater MUST be made and checked in accordance with these instructions Improper connections may result in da...

Page 25: ...____________________________________________ Installers Signature _____________________________________________________________________ Installation Date _____________________________________________________________________ Appliance Details Model Number _____________________________________________________________________ Serial Number _____________________________________________________________...

Page 26: ...all as per Installation manual 7 Gas Supply pipe is purged of foreign matter before connection 8 That gas connections are correct 9 Have you turned on the power 10 Is the appliance inlet pressure correct with all other resident gas appliances operating 11 Have you shown the customer how to operate the heater and informed them of the safety requirements 12 Where applicable have you connected the co...

Page 27: ...Rinnai 27 ES_FDT_OIM WIRING DIAGRAMS RHFE 559FDT RHFE 1005FDT ...

Page 28: ...f your appliance requires service please call our National Help Line Rinnai recommends that this appliance be serviced every 2 years Head Office 100 Atlantic Drive Keysborough VIC 3173 P O Box 460 Braeside Victoria 3195 Internet www rinnai com au E mail enquiry rinnai com au National Help Line Tel 1300 555 545 Fax 1300 555 655 Cost of a local call higher from mobile or public phones RHF559 1166x01...

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