Page 2 - Table of Contents
2 VA Series Outdoor LS Manual Specifications ..................................................... 3 Consumer Safety Information Safety Definitions ............................................. 4 Safety Behaviors and Practices ...................... 4 Safety Features ...................................
Page 3 - Specifications; Model; ASME
VA Series Outdoor LS Manual 3 Specifications Model R63LSe R75LSe R94LSe R98LSe R98LSe- ASME Minimum Gas Consumption Btu/h 22,200 15,000 19,000 Maximum Gas Consumption Btu/h 150,000 199,000 180,000 237,000 Hot water capacity (Min - Max) * 0.6 - 6.3 GPM (2.3 - 24 L/min) 0.6 - 7.5 GPM (2.3 - 28 L/min) ...
Page 4 - WARNING; Safety Behaviors and Practices; DANGER; Consumer Safety Information; Safety Features
4 VA Series Outdoor LS Manual WARNING Safety Behaviors and Practices Keep the area around the appliance clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service techni...
Page 5 - Description of Operation; Features Available on Remote Controllers; Operating Instructions; Features; BC
VA Series Outdoor LS Manual 5 The Rinnai water heater is one of the most advanced water heaters available. It provides a continuous supply of hot water at a preset temperature. This appliance is direct vent where air is brought in from the outside and combustion gases are exhausted to the outside. W...
Page 6 - Remote Controllers - Models
6 VA Series Outdoor LS Manual Remote Controllers - Models Temperature Display Thermostat Priority Indicator Priority Button ON/OFF Button In Use Indicator Temperature Display Thermostat In Use Indicator Priority Indicator Priority Button ON/OFF Button MC-91-1US & MCC-91-1US MC-502RC-1US-S * (Wir...
Page 7 - NOTICE
VA Series Outdoor LS Manual 7 Temperature Display Thermostat In Use Indicator Priority Button and Indicator ON/OFF Button Clock Call Function Temperature Display Thermostat ON/OFF Button In Use Indicator Clock Call Priority Button and Indicator Water Smart Bath Fill Indicator Water Smart Bath Fill B...
Page 8 - Setting the Temperature; Temperature Options Without a Remote Controller
8 VA Series Outdoor LS Manual Setting the Temperature 1. Press the “Priority button” on the remote controller. The green Priority light will glow indicating that this controller is controlling the temperature and that the Rinnai water heater is ready to supply hot water. While any hot water is being...
Page 10 - Using the Water Smart / Bath Fill Function
10 VA Series Outdoor LS Manual Setting the Water Volume 1. Press the “Priority button” on the remote controller. The green Priority light will glow indicating that this controller is controlling the temperature and that the Rinnai water heater is ready to supply hot water. 2. Press the “Temp” or but...
Page 11 - Filling the Tub; When
VA Series Outdoor LS Manual 11 Filling the Tub 1. Press the “Water Smart / Bath Fill” button once. The button will illuminate, a tone will sound, and the word “Bath” will appear next to the temperature setting. 2. The voice prompt will announce “The hot water system is ready. Open the hot water tap....
Page 12 - Maintenance
12 VA Series Outdoor LS Manual WARNING Turn off the electrical power supply, the manual gas valve and the manual water control valve whenever servicing the unit. Repairs should be performed by a qualified service technician. The appliance should be inspected annually by a qualified service technicia...
Page 13 - Error Codes; Error; Error Code Table
VA Series Outdoor LS Manual 13 Error Codes The Rinnai water heater has the ability to check its own operation continuously. If a fault occurs, an error code will flash on the Display of the remote controller. This assists with diagnosing the fault, and may enable you to overcome a problem without a ...
Page 16 - Circulating Pump
16 VA Series Outdoor LS Manual Flushing the Heat Exchange (Error Code: LC or 00) An “LC” or “00” error code indicates the unit is beginning to lime up and must be flushed. Failure to flush the appliance will cause damage to the heat exchanger. Damage caused by lime buildup is not covered by the unit...
Page 17 - General Instructions; Installation Instructions
VA Series Outdoor LS Manual 17 Only properly trained and qualified installers should install this appliance. The warranty may be voided due to improper installation or installation by a non-qualified installer. Rinnai highly recommends all installers attend a product knowledge class. For information...
Page 18 - to; to side
18 VA Series Outdoor LS Manual Clearances from Appliance 1. Identify the installation location and confirm that the installation will meet all required clearances. 2. Securely attach the water heater to the wall using any of the holes in the wall installation brackets which are at the top and bottom...
Page 19 - Gas Piping; Electrical
VA Series Outdoor LS Manual 19 Gas Piping General Instructions A manual gas control valve must be placed in the gas supply line to the Rinnai water heater. A union can be used on the connection above the shut off valve for the future servicing or disconnection of the unit. Check the type of gas and ...
Page 20 - Length
20 VA Series Outdoor LS Manual Pipe Sizing Procedure - Example 1. Determine the cubic feet per hour of gas required by dividing the gas input (on the rating plate) by the heating value of the gas (available from the local gas company). The gas input needs to include all gas products at the location ...
Page 21 - Freeze Protection; Pressure Relief Valve
VA Series Outdoor LS Manual 21 Water Piping The freeze protection features include electrical heating elements and intermittent firing of the burner. Freeze protection may be disabled if electricity or gas is not supplied, or if there is an error preventing the water heater from functioning. Loss of...
Page 22 - Freeze; Rinn ai
22 VA Series Outdoor LS Manual Freeze Protection Piping This is not an engineered drawing, it is intended only as a guide andnot as a replacement for professionally engineered project drawings.This drawing is not intended to describe a complete system, it is up tothe contractor/engineer to determine...
Page 23 - Recommended Piping for Basic Installation; Rinnai
VA Series Outdoor LS Manual 23 Recommended Piping for Basic Installation Gas Supply 3/4" Cold Water Supply Line 3/4" Hot Water Supply Line Rinnai Water Heater RinnaiEquipment List RinnaiWater Heaters RIK-KIT (Optional)(3/4" Fittings Include:2 Unions, 2 Ball Valves,2 Drain Valves and1 Pre...
Page 24 - Recommended Piping for Circulation Systems
24 VA Series Outdoor LS Manual Recommended Piping for Circulation Systems This is not an engineered drawing, it is intended only as a guide andnot as a replacement for professionally engineered project drawings.This drawing is not intended to describe a complete system, it is upto the contractor/eng...
Page 25 - Optional Piping for Circulation Systems
VA Series Outdoor LS Manual 25 Optional Piping for Circulation Systems This is not an engineered drawing, it is intended only as a guide andnot as a replacement for professionally engineered project drawings.This drawing is not intended to describe a complete system, it is upto the contractor/engine...
Page 26 - Flue Terminal Clearances (
26 VA Series Outdoor LS Manual Flue Terminal Clearances ( ANS Z21.10.3 • CSA 4.3) FI XE D CLOSED OPERA BLE FI X E D CLOSED OP ERAB LE B B B A J B I M C F B B E D L G A H K VENT TERMI NAL AIR SUPPLY INLET AREA WHERE TERMINAL I S NOT PERMITTED
Page 28 - Additional Clearances - Vent Terminal; INSIDE
28 VA Series Outdoor LS Manual Additional Clearances - Vent Terminal Local codes supersede these clearances. Avoid termination locations near a dryer vent. Avoid termination locations near commercial cooking exhaust. 2" 36" 12" INSIDE CORNER (0.30 m) to an inside corner (50 mm) between R...
Page 29 - Connecting Multiple Water Heaters; Number of Connected Water Heaters:; Guidelines
VA Series Outdoor LS Manual 29 High Altitude Installations 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ON F F O Switch No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ON F F O Switch No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ON F F O Switch No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ON F F O Switch No. 0-2000 ft (0-610 m) 2001-5200 ft (610-1585 m) 5201-7800 ft (1585-2377 m) 7801-10200 ft (2377-3109...
Page 30 - Configurations
30 VA Series Outdoor LS Manual Remote Controller Installation The controller should be out of reach of small children. Avoid locations where the controller may become hot (near the oven or radiant heater). Avoid locations in direct sunlight. The digital display may be difficult to read in direct sun...
Page 31 - Outline of Remote; Mounting on the wall; CABLE CLAMP
VA Series Outdoor LS Manual 31 Remote Controller Installation 1. Determine a suitable location for the controller. 2. Make three holes in the wall as shown. 3. Run the cable between the controller and the Rinnai water heater or the controller and another controller. 4. Remove the face plate from the...
Page 32 - Connecting to the
32 VA Series Outdoor LS Manual Fig.5 Fig.4 Fig.3 Fig.2 Fig.1 7. Disconnect the power from the water heater. 8. Remove a screw on the Quick Cable Connector. (Fig. 1) 9. To access the cable screws rotate the Quick Cable Connector 90º (Fig. 2) 10. Insert wire cable through the Cable Access Hole (Fig. 2...
Page 33 - CLOSE
VA Series Outdoor LS Manual 33 Operating Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING A. This appliance does not have a pilot. It is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand. B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the applianc...
Page 34 - Technical Data; Pressure
34 VA Series Outdoor LS Manual 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 Technical Data Pressure Drop Curve Outlet Flow Data R98LSe R94LSe R75LSe R63LSe Pressure Loss (psi) Water Flow (gpm) Water Flow (gpm) delta T - Temperature Rise (ºF) Pressure Loss (ft head) R75LSe R63LSe R98LSe...
Page 35 - Space; Temperature Setting; Iron Components
VA Series Outdoor LS Manual 35 Space Heating If the water heater is to be used for both water (potable) heating and space heating then the following apply. The piping and components connected to the water heater shall be suitable for use with potable water. Toxic chemicals, such as used for boiler t...
Page 36 - Dimensions; DIM; I G
36 VA Series Outdoor LS Manual Dimensions DIM DESCRIPTION R63LSe in (mm) R75LSe R94LSe in (mm) R98LSe R98LSe-ASME in (mm) A Width 14 (355.6) 14 (355.6) 18.5 (470) B Depth * 7.7 (196) 9.8 (249.5) 9.3 (235.5) C Height - Unit 19.8 (503) 22.9 (582) 23.6 (600) D Height - with brackets 22.5 (571) 25.4 (64...
Page 37 - Ladder; CPU
VA Series Outdoor LS Manual 37 Ladder Diagram RELAY 1 IG FROST SENSING SWITCH ANTI-FROST HEATER IGNITION COMBUSTION FAN 3A(FUSE) HOT NEUTR A L VARI STOR DC12.6V SOLENOID DRIVING CIRCUIT CPU CENTRAL PROCESSI NG UNIT FA N REMOTE CONTROLLER P O V FAN CONTROL CIRCUIT BY-PASS FLOW CONTROL DEVICE CIRCUIT ...
Page 38 - Consumer Support; Limited; Item
The installer is responsible for your water heater , s correct installation. Please complete the information below to keep for your records: Purchased from: Address: Phone: Date of Purchase: Model No.: Serial No.: Installed by: _ Installer , s License No.: Address: Phone: Date of Installation: 38 VA...
Page 39 - Limited Warranty
VA Series Outdoor LS Manual 39 What will Rinnai do? Rinnai will repair or replace the covered product or any part or component that is defective in materials or workmanship as set forth as follows. Rinnai will pay reasonable labor charges associated with the repair or replacement of any such part or...
Page 40 - Rinnai’s other fine products
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