Page 2 - including local OH&S requirements
Rinnai 2 EHPA Heat Pump OIM This appliance must be installed in accordance with:• Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions• Current AS/NZS 3500• Local Regulations and Municipal Building Codes including local OH&S requirements This system must be installed, commissioned, serviced, maintained and ...
Page 3 - Warnings and Important Information; System Specifications; Installation; TABLE OF CONTENTS
Rinnai 3 EHPA Heat Pump OIM Warnings and Important Information 4 Safety and Regulatory Information ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4Transport and Storage of Appliance �����������������������������������������������...
Page 4 - SAFETY AND REGULATORY INFORMATION; source, there is a possibility of ignition.; MANDATORY INSPECTION PRIOR TO INSTALLATION; installation or operation of damaged or incorrect appliances.; NOTICE TO VICTORIAN CONSUMERS; WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Rinnai 4 EHPA Heat Pump OIM SAFETY AND REGULATORY INFORMATION WARNING DO NOT operate this system before reading the manufacturers instructions.This appliance must be installed, commissioned and serviced by an authorised person in accordance with all applicable local rules and regulations.Access cove...
Page 5 - TRANSPORT AND STORAGE OF APPLIANCE; The refrigerant used in the heat pump is a flammable gas.; IMPORTANT; IMPORTANT; mounts and associated piping
Rinnai 5 EHPA Heat Pump OIM TRANSPORT AND STORAGE OF APPLIANCE RISK OF FIRE The refrigerant used in the heat pump is a flammable gas. The appliance(s) shall be stored and transported in an area without ignition sources (for example: open flames, an operating gas appliance or an operating electric he...
Page 6 - SCALD HAZARDS
Rinnai 6 EHPA Heat Pump OIM SCALD HAZARDS HOT WATER CAN CAUSE SCALDS.CHILDREN, DISABLED, ELDERLY AND THE INFIRM ARE AT THE HIGHEST RISK OF BEING SCALDED.FEEL WATER TEMPERATURE BEFORE BATHING OR SHOWERING.SCALDS FROM HOT WATER TAPS CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURIES TO YOUNG CHILDREN.SCALDS OCCUR WHEN CHI...
Page 7 - OPERATION PRINCIPLE; Plate Heat Exchanger
Rinnai 7 EHPA Heat Pump OIM OPERATION PRINCIPLE The operation of an electric heat pump is very similar to a refrigerator, but in reverse. A heat pump operates by transferring heat from the ambient outside air into the water. Electricity is just used to operate the system, but not to directly heat th...
Page 8 - SAFETY DEVICES; DO NOT tamper with or remove safety devices.; leakage of water from the valve and its drain line may indicate a; dislodge any foreign matter and alleviate the problem.
Rinnai 8 EHPA Heat Pump OIM SAFETY DEVICES The water heating system is supplied with various safety devices including temperature sensors, overheat sensors and switches and a Pressure & Temperature Relief (PTR) valve. These devices must not be tampered with or removed. The water heating system m...
Page 9 - HYDROGEN GAS; TURNING ON THE WATER HEATING SYSTEM
Rinnai 9 EHPA Heat Pump OIM HYDROGEN GAS If the hot water unit is not used for two weeks or more, a quantity of hydrogen gas, which is highly flammable, may accumulate in the water heater. To dissipate this safely, it is recommended that a non electrically operated hot tap be turned on for two minut...
Page 10 - marked “Hot water” or “Water heater” is turned on. (note that the; SAVE A SERVICE CALL
Rinnai 10 EHPA Heat Pump OIM Rinnai’s servicing network personnel are fully trained and equipped to give the best service on your Rinnai appliance. If your appliance needs service, ring one of the service contact numbers on the back of this booklet. The pressure and temperature relief valve and expa...
Page 11 - consumption; See entry under the heading ‘Insufficient or no hot water’; HighElectricityTariffs; electricity supplier to confirm what these tariffs are.; Higher Element Usage; More than one or two hot taps in use at the same time may cause a; the premises; a pressure limiting valve and water hammer arrestor as required.
Rinnai 11 EHPA Heat Pump OIM HIGH ELECTRICITY BILLSExcessive hot water consumption See entry under the heading ‘Insufficient or no hot water’ HighElectricityTariffs The electricity tariff will determine the running costs of the system. It is important the end user is aware of the applicable tariffs....
Page 12 - SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS; SPECIFICATIONS
Rinnai 12 EHPA Heat Pump OIM SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS EHPA250VM EHPA315VM Net Weight / Weight Filled 112 kg / 390 kg 132 kg / 445 kg Sound Level 48 dB Ambient Temperature Limits (for heat pump operation - element will operate beyond these limits) -1°C to 45°C Ingress Protection IP24 Storage Cylinder - ...
Page 13 - DIMENSIONS; Height; Cold Inlet
Rinnai 13 EHPA Heat Pump OIM DIMENSIONS EHPA250VM EHPA315VM Cylinder height 1872 2165 Hot Outlet / PTR 1248 1541 Cold water inlet 210 210 Cylinder diameter 611 611 Height Diameter PTR Hot Outlet / PTR Cold Inlet SPECIFICATIONS
Page 14 - CLEARANCES; flow through the fan.
Rinnai 14 EHPA Heat Pump OIM CLEARANCES Allow 500mm on the fan discharge side and 150 mm clearance on the fan suction side to allow for sufficient air flow through the fan. 500 mm 150 mm 500 mm 150 mm SPECIFICATIONS
Page 15 - AS/NZS 3500 National Plumbing and Drainage; LOCATION; which minimize the waiting time for hot water delivery.; INSTALLATION
Rinnai 15 EHPA Heat Pump OIM REGULATIONS AND OCCUPATION HEALTH AND SAFETY (OH&S) WARNING Installation and commissioning must be performed by authorised persons.The heat pump must be installed in accordance with these instructions and all regulatory requirements which exist in your area including...
Page 16 - WATER SUPPLY; to comply with local regulations.; STORAGE TEMPERATURE; the water in the tank to 60°C once a week. This cannot be altered.; HOT WATER DELIVERY TEMPERATURE; all solar hot water systems as detailed below.; VALVES AND FITTINGS; that it is fitted by the installer in all installations.
Rinnai 16 EHPA Heat Pump OIM WATER SUPPLY The maximum water pressure is listed on page 12. An approved pressure limiting valve may be required if the maximum rated water supply pressure is exceeded.Water chemistry and impurity limits are detailed in the separate warranty document. Most metropolitan ...
Page 17 - TRANSPORT AND HANDLING; When moving the unit, it must be close to vertical at all times.; POSITIONING THE HEAT PUMP
Rinnai 17 EHPA Heat Pump OIM TRANSPORT AND HANDLING IMPORTANT When moving the unit, it must be close to vertical at all times. When using a trolley to move the unit, ensure it is not tilted more than 45° from the vertical. Non compliance will void warranty and severely affect product performance and...
Page 18 - CONNECT THE PTR VALVE; ‘Dimensions’ on page 13.; PLUMBING CONNECTIONS
Rinnai 18 EHPA Heat Pump OIM re err ed installation position Install a plinth under the heat pump where it is subjected to wet conditions Optimum installation location is on the warmest side of house. Allow 200m3 of free space surrounding the unit. This provides clear ambient airflow assisting the p...
Page 19 - CONNECT COLD / HOT WATER SUPPLY; A stop cock, non return valve and line strainer MUST BE fitted.; Drain
Rinnai 19 EHPA Heat Pump OIM CONNECT COLD / HOT WATER SUPPLY Connect cold water supply, Pressure Limiting Valve (PLV) and or Expansion Control Valve (ECV). Connect cold water supply to the storage tank (refer to Diagram BELOW). A stop cock, non return valve and line strainer MUST BE fitted. Drain Un...
Page 20 - CONNECT CONDENSATE DRAIN LINE; Condensate; ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS; specification table for load details.; a mandatory requirements in some states or jurisdictions).
Rinnai 20 EHPA Heat Pump OIM CONNECT CONDENSATE DRAIN LINE A condensation drain line is required to be fitted to carry discharge clear of the water heater. The condensate drain line should not be connected to the PTR drain line but can exit to the same point.The diagram below shows the location of t...
Page 22 - FILLING THE SYSTEM; Bleed any remaining air from the PTR valve.; Automatic; FINISHING THE INSTALLATION
Rinnai 22 EHPA Heat Pump OIM FILLING THE SYSTEM Open hot water tap at sink.Open the stop cock in the cold water main supply line. Allow the system to fill and the air to bleed through the tap.Turn off the hot tap at the sink when water flows freely without any air bubbles or air bursts. Bleed any re...
Page 23 - OPERATION SEQUENCE OF CONTROLLER; DIP Switch Test & Configuration
Rinnai 23 EHPA Heat Pump OIM OPERATION SEQUENCE OF CONTROLLER When the power supply turns on, the heat pump control system initiates and will check the unit’s operating parameters. The controller will check on all sensors, pressure switches and also main voltage. If conditions are suitable (i.e All ...
Page 24 - CONTROLLER LED FLASHING CODES; Compressor Discharge Sensor ≥ 110° C
Rinnai 24 EHPA Heat Pump OIM CONTROLLER LED FLASHING CODES Ensure the controller unit is displaying the green LED once unit has been switched on. The continuous green LED means that there is no fault. Green LED Flashing Frequency / Second Explanation Once Refrigeration On (Compressor, Fan, Pump) Twi...
Page 25 - NOTES
Page 28 - CONTACT; Rinnai Australia Pty Ltd; National Help Line
S111131 28 EHPA Heat Pump OIM - Issue B - June 2020 CONTACT Rinnai Australia Pty Ltd ABN 74 005 138 769 | AU24752 100 Atlantic Drive, Keysborough, Victoria 3173P.O. Box 460, Braeside, Victoria 3195Tel: (03) 9271 6625Fax: (03) 9271 6622 National Help Line Tel: 1300 555 545* Fax: 1300 555 655 Monday t...