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Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; Important Information; To fill & turn ‘ON’ the water heater
Rinnai 3 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM TABLE OF CONTENTS Warnings & Safety 5 Regulatory ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 5Notice To...
Page 5 - with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Rinnai 5 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 6 - Thisapplianceis; To meet regulatory requirements the temperature of stored water; suitablyqualifiedtradesperson.; DANGER BEWARE OF
Rinnai 6 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 7 - and an over-temperature cut out for each heating element�; sealorblocktheoutletofthePTRvalveoritsdrainpipe.; inspection by a qualified person.
Rinnai 7 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 8 - Single Element Model:; Draining; in the water heater�; IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Rinnai 8 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 9 - 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 9 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 10 - APPLIANCE COMPONENTS; Removalandconnectionbyqualifiedpersons; SPECIFICATIONS
Rinnai 10 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 outl...
Page 11 - Plumbing connections are duplicated
Rinnai 11 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 Elect...
Page 12 - ASITAIDSWATERANDENERGYCONSERVATION.
Rinnai 12 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage Water Heater OIM TABLE 2. RATINGS & OTHER SPECIFICATIONS NOTE A500kPaPLV(92501194)ISSUPPLIEDWITHHFE400S&HFE400T.ITISNOTSUPPLIEDWITH OTHER MODELS. A PLV MUST BE FITTED IF THE MAINS PRESSURE EXCEEDS THE LIMITS SHOWN. IF THE MAINS PRESSURE IS WITHI...
Page 13 - MUST NOT; INSTALLATION METHODS
Rinnai 13 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 Suppliedwith all models) ECV (Not Supplied) 700 kPa or 850 kPa ISOLATING VALVE PTR...
Page 14 - HOT WATER PLUMBING SYSTEM EXAMPLE WITH FLOW & RETURN PIPE WORK
Rinnai 14 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 with all models) ECV(Not Supplied) 700 kPa or 850 kPa ISOLATING VALVE PTR VALVE (Supplied 850...
Page 15 - HOT WATER PLUMBING SYSTEM EXAMPLE WITH FLOW & RETURN PIPE WORK & TLD
Rinnai 15 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 with all models) ECV (Not Supplied) 700 kPa or 850 kPa ISOLATING VALVE PTR VALVE (Su...
Page 16 - 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 16 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 17 - fitted in the cold water supply to the water heater so the water
Rinnai 17 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 18 - Pressure and Temperature Relief (PTR) Valve
Rinnai 18 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 19 - ELECTRICAL SUPPLY; A water heater; Electrical Connections
Rinnai 19 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 20 - Wiring Diagrams; be set at 65°C, this temperature is sufficient for most users.; Ensurethepowersupplyisswitched; TWIN ELEMENT; Earth
Rinnai 20 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 21 - Commissioning activities; COMMISSIONING
Rinnai 21 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 22 - CONTACTS; Head Office
Rinnai 22 HOTFLO (HFE Series) Electric Storage WH OIM Issue 10 - 04/05/17 CONTACTS Australia Pty. Ltd. ABN 74 005 138 769 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 servi...