Rinnai
7
RHFE 952_1252 OIM
SAFETY
DO NOT MODIFY THIS APPLIANCE.
Failure to comply with these instructions could result in a fire or explosion, which could cause
serious injury, death or property damage.
Improper installation, adjustments, service or maintenance can cause serious injury, death or
property damage. Such work must only be performed by an authorised person.
• The appliance must be installed in accordance with the local gas and electrical authority
regulations.
• Flue terminal must always vent directly to outdoors.
• DO NOT extend the flue vertically or horizontally in ways other than prescribed in this appliance
manufacturer’s installation instructions.
• For information on gas consumption, see data plate on the appliance.
• WARNING: This heater MUST NOT be used if either of the glass panels are damaged.
• When considering installation ensure minimum
clearances as follows are adhered to:
• Heat radiating from the front of this heater may
over time affect the appearance of some materials
used for flooring such as carpet, vinyl, cork or
timber. This effect may be amplified if the air in the
room contains cooking vapours, candle vapours
and cigarette smoke, etc. To avoid this possibility,
it is recommended that a mat or similar protective
sheet be placed in front of the appliance,
extending at least 750 mm in front of the dress
guard. Refer to page 20 for mantle clearances,
additional installation information and warnings.
• This appliance MUST NOT be installed where
curtains or other combustible materials could
come into contact with it. In some cases curtains
may need restraining.
• 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 concerning use of
the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.
• The appliance is NOT intended for use by young
children or infirm persons without supervision.
• Young Children must be supervised when in the vicinity of this heater while it is in operation.
• For protection of young children or the infirm a secondary guard is required.
• If the supply cord is damaged or requires replacing, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or
the manufacturer's agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
• The heater MUST NOT be located immediately below a power socket outlet.
• A dedicated 230 V earthed 10 Amp power point must be used with this appliance.
• 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.
• Before installing the heater, check the label for the correct gas type (refer rating plate, inside the
appliance).
• Refer to local gas authority for confirmation of the gas type if you are in doubt.
• Suitable ONLY for indoor installation.
• DO NOT operate this appliance before leak checking hoses and gas cylinder connection.
• NOT to be connected to an LP gas cylinder located indoors.
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED, SERVICED AND REPAIRED ONLY BY AN AUTHORISED
PERSON.
The mesh dress guard supplied with this appliance must not be permanently removed as it fulfils
an operational safety function. Additional dress guards including free standing types may be
used in conjunction with, but not replace, the dress guard supplied with this appliance.
WARNING
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