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RIN0421 023335 Rev. E Jun 2013

Owner’s Manual

80L to 400L Electric Storage Water Heaters

Version B: Update to new logo and reduce size of label

Installation Details

Plumbing Connections

Electrical Connection

Specifications

Operating Instructions

Safety Information

Service Information

Troubleshooting 10

Contents

Summary of Contents for RIN125E24

Page 1: ...rs Models RIN80E24 RIN80E36 RIN125E24 RIN125E36 RIN160E24 RIN160E36 RIN250E36 RIN315E36 RIN400E36 Carefully remove all packaging and transit protection from the heater before installation Dispose of the packaging responsibly using re cycling facilities where they exist Installation Details Owner s Information Owner s Manual Version B Update to new logo and reduce size of label For advice repairs a...

Page 2: ...tric Storage Water Heaters Version B Update to new logo and reduce size of label Installation Details 1 Plumbing Connections 3 Electrical Connection 5 Specifications 6 Operating Instructions 7 Safety Information 8 Service Information 9 Troubleshooting 10 Contents ...

Page 3: ...ly a licensed person will have insurance protecting their workmanship for 6 years Make sure you use a licensed person to install this water heater and ask for your Compliance Certificate Water Supply Pressure This water heater is designed for direct connection to water supply pressures of 80 Litre model 800kPa 125 Litre model 800kPa 160 Litre model 800kPa 250 Litre model 680kPa 315 Litre model 680...

Page 4: ... visible Note All models are equipped with a sacrificial anode accessible through the top cover Allow 50 of the height of the water heater for clearance above to replace the anode We recommend a plinth be installed under the water heater where the water heater is subjected to wet conditions A properly drained overflow tray must be used where property damage could occur from water spillage See AS N...

Page 5: ...king order The PTR Valve should be checked for adequate performance or replaced at intervals not exceeding 5 years or less in areas where local regulations apply Important The PTR Valve and its drain outlet pipe must not be sealed or blocked It is normal for the PTR valve to leak a small amount of water during heating cycles Danger Failure to operate the relief valve easing lever at least once eve...

Page 6: ...required we recommend that you install a backup storage water heater on a continuous tariff The flow and return line should also include time control the building circulation loop to help reduce energy usage Temperature Protection Water heaters can produce very hot water To reduce the risk of scald injury it is mandatory under the requirements of Australian Standard AS NZS3500 4 that a suitably ap...

Page 7: ... cover designed to accept a 20mm conduit The element cover may be removed by undoing the two screws on the cover and sliding the cover downwards to disengage the top edge Ensure that the conduit entry is well sealed to achieve correct weatherproofing Note This water heater is fitted with a thermostat and over temperature energy cut out Under no circumstances should the water heater be operated wit...

Page 8: ...lement Boost Net Weight Empty kg 40 48 59 88 103 114 Element s Sizes kW 2 4 3 6 2 4 3 6 2 4 3 6 3 6 3 6 3 6 Relief Valve Pressure kPa 1000 1000 1000 850 850 850 Temperature C 99 Power Rating kW 10kW Nominal Dimensions Tank Size 80L 125L 160L 250L 315L 400L Total Height A 925 1062 1317 1444 1754 1703 Total Diameter B 490 532 532 617 617 705 Outlet Height C 750 857 1112 1231 1541 1466 Inlet Height D...

Page 9: ...ed for use in areas where the Total Dissolved Solids TDS content of the water supply is less than 2500 mg L In areas where the TDS exceeds 600mg L it is possible that the magnesium alloy anode supplied in the heater may become over reactive To alleviate this the magnesium alloy anode should be replaced with an aluminium alloy anode available from your local Rinnai supplier Water can also be very c...

Page 10: ...board before the water heater electrical cover is removed Open the PTR Valve for approximately 10 seconds by lifting the lever on the valve to ensure water is relieved to waste through the relief drain pipe Lower lever gently and check that it closes correctly The PTR Valve must not be tampered with or removed The water heater must not be operated unless this valve is fitted and in working order T...

Page 11: ... in areas of harsh or adverse water conditions it is recommended that you carry out a more frequent check of your anode s condition refer Operating Instructions Water Quality Flush the water heater by doing the following i Turn off the power ii Turn off the cold water supply to the water heater at the isolating valve iii Gently operate the easing lever on the Pressure Temperature Relief Valve to r...

Page 12: ...of water used over that period of time If it is not possible to adjust water usage patterns an inexpensive flow control valve can easily be fitted to the shower outlet Consider that during night time heating the time taken to heat the tank can take longer so you may find that the tank has not fully recovered from a period of heavy usage the previous evening Consider that often the hot water usage ...

Page 13: ...ressure Temperature Relief Valve for a few seconds then release gently This may dislodge a small particle of foreign matter and rectify the fault Steady flow PTR more than 20L per day This may be caused by excessive water supply pressure a faulty Pressure Temperature Relief Valve or a faulty thermostat Turn off the electricity supply and contact Rinnai High Electricity Bills Is the Pressure Temper...

Page 14: ...HIN 7 YEARS under domestic use Domestic use is defined as follows 1 Water heaters installed to supply heated water to domestic dwellings 2 Water heaters installed to supply heated water to commercial installations such as motel units hotel rooms caravans mobile homes nursing homes retirement village complexes and other care institutions and like accommodation This water heater comes with a compreh...

Page 15: ...determined upon inspection not to be covered by this warranty The consumer will be reimbursed by Rinnai for any reasonable costs associated with making a legitimate warranty claim against Rinnai which are not otherwise specified above Enquiries relating to Warranty claims for Rinnai products or services must be made by contacting Rinnai Australia Contact details are on the back of this document Wa...

Page 16: ...er than by an approved Rinnai agent or a Technician of a gas or electricity utility approved by Rinnai c attachment of any parts or accessories other than those manufactured or approved by Rinnai and d faulty or improper installation of the hot water unit including installation other than in accordance with the instructions contained in the owner s manual supplied with the unit 6 The warranty only...

Page 17: ...s exceed the limits specified in Table 1 below Examples of water supplies where chemistry and impurity levels may exceed the limits specified in Table 1 include but are not limited to private bores private dams and water from water utilities where the chemistry is deliberately altered by parties other than the water utility before supplying the water heater 11 This warranty does not apply to damag...

Page 18: ...16 RIN0421 023335 Rev E Jun 2013 Owner s Manual 80L to 400L Electric Storage Water Heaters Version B Update to new logo and reduce size of label ...

Page 19: ...17 RIN0421 023335 Rev E Jun 2013 Owner s Manual 80L to 400L Electric Storage Water Heaters Version B Update to new logo and reduce size of label ...

Page 20: ...r Care Centre Tel 1300 555 545 Fax 1300 555 655 Cost of a local call higher from mobile or public phones Hot Water Service Line Tel 1800 000 340 Australia Pty Ltd ABN 74 005 138 769 Internet www rinnai com au E mail enquiry rinnai com au Rinnai has a Service and Spare Parts network with personnel who are fully trained and equipped to give the best service on your Rinnai appliance If your appliance...

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