Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; Important Information
Rinnai 2 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM TABLE OF CONTENTS Warnings & Safety 3 Regulatory ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3Notice To...
Page 3 - REGULATORY; with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Rinnai 3 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. Always comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous situations and to ensure optimum performance.Failure to carefully read and follow all instructions in this manual can resul...
Page 4 - SAFETY; Thisapplianceis; To meet regulatory requirements the temperature of stored water; MUST NOT; be less than 60°C� The thermostat; suitablyqualifiedtradesperson.; DANGER BEWARE OF
Rinnai 4 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM SAFETY WARNING Thisapplianceis NOT intendedforusebypersons(includingchildren)withreducedphysical, sensoryormentalcapabilities,orlackofexperienceandknowledgeunlesstheyhavebeengiven supervision or instruction concerning use of the applianc...
Page 5 - SAFETY DEVICES; and an over-temperature cut out for each heating element�; DO NOT; inspection by a qualified person.; Gently lift lever
Rinnai 5 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM SAFETY DEVICES For safe operation this water heater is fitted with a combination Pressure & Temperature Relief Valve, a thermostat and an over-temperature cut out for each heating element� WARNING DO NOT tamper with or remove safety ...
Page 6 - ANODE; Single Element Model:; Turning Water Heating System ‘OFF’; is available�; DRAINING; Draining; in the water heater�; IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Rinnai 6 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM ANODE The water heater is fitted with a sacrificial anode to extend it’s life. It will slowly dissipate whilst protecting the cylinder� The life of the water heater may be extended by arranging for an authorised person to inspect the ano...
Page 7 - SAVE A SERVICE CALL; you still require assistance; PERIODIC MAINTENANCE & SERVICING; inspected and serviced by a qualified person every 12 months.; MUST BE; replaced by a qualified person in order
Rinnai 7 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM SAVE A SERVICE CALL Check the items below before requesting a service� Service and parts charges may be incurred where it is found that there is no fault with the water heater and the issue is related to the plumbing installation or is d...
Page 8 - APPLIANCE COMPONENTS; Removalandconnectionbyqualifiedpersons; SPECIFICATIONS
Rinnai 8 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM APPLIANCE COMPONENTS NOTE * Removalandconnectionbyqualifiedpersons ONLY ,inaccordancewithAS/NZS3000 Valveswithpressureratingsotherthanspecifiedareunsuitableand MUST NOT beused. WATER HEATER - located closest to most frequently used outle...
Page 9 - INLETS; Plumbing connections are duplicated
Rinnai 9 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM TABLE 1. DIMENSIONS F E INLETS A D B C OUTLETS P&TR G Plumbing connections are duplicated (Dual Handed) on each side. All Dimensions are in (mm) Models Height A Width (to PTR) B Diameter C Hot Water Outlet D Cold Water Inlet E Electr...
Page 11 - INSTALLATION METHODS
Rinnai 11 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM HOT WATER PLUMBING SYSTEM EXAMPLE - NO TEMPERATURE LIMITING DEVICE KITCHEN LAUNDRY ENSUITE BATHROOM NON TEMPERED SUPPLY NON RETURN VALVE PLV 500 kPa (Not Supplied) ECV (Not Supplied) 700 kPa or 850 kPa ISOLATING VALVE PTR VALVE (Supplie...
Page 12 - HOT WATER PLUMBING SYSTEM EXAMPLE WITH FLOW & RETURN PIPE WORK
Rinnai 12 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM HOT WATER PLUMBING SYSTEM EXAMPLE WITH FLOW & RETURN PIPE WORK KITCHEN LAUNDRY ENSUITE BATHROOM NON RETURN VALVE PLV 500 kPa (Not Supplied) ECV(Not Supplied) 700 kPa or 850 kPa ISOLATING VALVE PTR VALVE (Supplied 850 kPa or 1000 kPa...
Page 13 - HOT WATER PLUMBING SYSTEM EXAMPLE WITH FLOW & RETURN PIPE WORK & TLD
Rinnai 13 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM HOT WATER PLUMBING SYSTEM EXAMPLE WITH FLOW & RETURN PIPE WORK & TLD KITCHEN LAUNDRY ENSUITE BATHROOM NON RETURNVALVE PLV 500 kPa (Not Supplied) ECV (Not Supplied) 700 kPa or 850 kPa ISOLATING VALVE PTR VALVE (Supplied 850 kPa o...
Page 14 - installed by a qualified person in accordance with:; LOCATION; fitted on the cold water line between the non‐return valve and the; MAINS PRESSURE; INSTALLATION
Rinnai 14 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM This appliance MUSTBE installed by a qualified person in accordance with: • Manufacturers installation instructions • Current AS/NZS 3000 wiring rules • Current AS/NZS 3500�4 Plumbing and drainage • All local regulatory requirements Thi...
Page 15 - THERMOSTAT SETTING; MUST ONLY; fitted in the cold water supply to the water heater so the water; Water Pipes
Rinnai 15 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM THERMOSTAT SETTING The thermostat setting can be adjusted between 60°C and 75°C� It has been factory pre-set to 65°C� WARNING Thethermostatsettings MUST ONLY beadjustedbyaqualifiedperson. REDUCING THE RISK OF SCALDING This water heater ...
Page 16 - Pressure and Temperature Relief (PTR) Valve
Rinnai 16 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM Pressure and Temperature Relief (PTR) Valve A combination PTR valve is supplied with the water heater� It is an important safety device and MUSTBE fitted in all installations before the water heater is operated� DONOT use the valve if t...
Page 17 - ELECTRICAL SUPPLY; A water heater; Electrical Connections
Rinnai 17 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM ELECTRICAL SUPPLY WARNING Must be installed, maintained and removed by authorised persons in accordance withAS/NZS 3000 and all other relevant local regulations and municipal building codes including OH&S requirements. Ensureelectri...
Page 18 - Wiring Diagrams; be set at 65°C, this temperature is sufficient for most users.; Ensurethepowersupplyisswitched; TWIN ELEMENT; Earth
Rinnai 18 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM Wiring Diagrams Thermostat Setting The thermostat is adjustable from 60°C to 75°C� Turning the adjustment knob anticlockwise decreases the temperature setting and turning it clockwise increases the temperature setting� Rinnai advice tha...
Page 19 - Commissioning activities; COMMISSIONING
Rinnai 19 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM WARNING Commissioning activities MUST BE carriedoutbyanauthorisedperson. DO NOT switchontheelectricpowersupplyuntilthewaterheaterisfilledcompletelywithwater. TO FILL & TURN ‘ON’ THE WATER HEATER 1� Open all hot water taps in the bui...
Page 20 - CONTACTS; Product Sales & Service National Help Line
Rinnai 20 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage WH OIM Issue 11 - 30/11/18 CONTACTS 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 requires service, please call our National Help Line....
