Rinnai
3
RF1200TW OIM
SAFETY
WARNING
DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT READING AND UNDERSTANDING THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
Taking time to familiarise yourself with the appliance’s features and operation will allow you to
get the most out of your appliance for years to come.
Please keep these instructions for future reference. 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 be performed by authorised personnel.
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 the appliance
manufacturers’ installation instructions.
For information on gas consumption, see data plate on the appliance.
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.
When considering installation ensure minimum
clearances as in the adjacent drawing are
adhered to for both sides of the appliance:
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 contaminants like
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 at least 750 mm in
front of the appliance fascia.
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.
DO NOT
connect to an LPG Gas cylinder indoors.
A dedicated 240 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.
300mm Min
1000mm Min
750mm
