Page 2 - GENERAL INFORMATION; WARNING; Page; T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S
Model RCE-229A www.rinnaina.com 2 GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION,SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE PROPERTYDAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. REFERTO THE OWNER’S INFORMATION MANUAL PROVIDEDWITH THIS APPLIANCE. INSTALLATION AND SERVICEMUST BE PERFORMED ...
Page 3 - S A F E T Y D E V I C E S
Model RCE-229A 800-621-9419 3 S P E C I F I C A T I O N S Model Input Rating Btuh HIGH Input Rating Btuh LOW Thermostat Weight in pounds Dimensions in inches Fan CFM Output RCE-229A-N 6,000 2,000 YES 13.4 Height: 14 9/16" Width: 14 3/4" Depth: 6 11/16" High: 64 Low: 46 RCE-229A-P 6,000 2...
Page 4 - I M P O R T A N T P O I N T S; IMPORTANT
Model RCE-229A www.rinnaina.com 4 I M P O R T A N T P O I N T S UNPACK HEATER: Check for damage. (DO NOT INSTALL DAMAGED HEATER.) If heater is damaged, contact yoursupplier for advice. Before installing a heater, check the label for the correct gas type (see label on sideof heater). Refer to local g...
Page 5 - S A F E T Y P O I N T S; Do not move the heater while it is turned on.
Model RCE-229A 800-621-9419 5 S A F E T Y P O I N T S Do not install this heater in areas wherespray painting or plating is taking place, orin places such as hair dressers, where theremay be a lot of fluff and dust, and whereaerosols are used. May create strong odorsand irritate eyes and sinuses. Do...
Page 7 - U S A G E A N D I N S T A L L A T I O N M U S T S
Model RCE-229A 800-621-9419 7 U S A G E A N D I N S T A L L A T I O N M U S T S 1. Read these rules and the instructions carefully. Check all local codes. Failure to follow these could cause amalfunction of the heater resulting in death, serious bodily injury and/or property damage. 2. This heater i...
Page 8 - I N S T A L L A T I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S; NOTICE BEFORE INSTALLATION
Model RCE-229A www.rinnaina.com 8 I N S T A L L A T I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S NOTICE BEFORE INSTALLATION The heater must be installed by a qualified service person according to this installation instructions. When used without adequate combustion and ventilation heater air may give off carbon mo...
Page 11 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Model RCE-229A 800-621-9419 1 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTION PLATE CONVECTOR RCE-229A FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causingproperty damage, personal injury or loss of life. 1. Turn off electric power to the app...
Page 12 - A D D I T I O N A L C U S TO M E R O P E R AT I N G I N F O R M AT I O N; INSTALLATION
Model RCE-229A www.rinnaina.com 1 2 A D D I T I O N A L C U S TO M E R O P E R AT I N G I N F O R M AT I O N INSTALLATION Check room size and ventilation. Do notoversize. Improper sizing may causenuisance lock outs. Make certain the heater is connected intoboththe gas and the electric power. CONTROL...
Page 13 - O P E R A T I N G Y O U R N E W R C E - 2 2 9 A
Model RCE-229A 800-621-9419 1 3 O P E R A T I N G Y O U R N E W R C E - 2 2 9 A TURNING ON Press the ON/OFF button to operate the heater. The ONindicator will glow green. After approximately 20 secondsthe spark generator will be heard before the burner ignitesand the ON indicator glows red, indica...
Page 14 - ECONOMY MODE
Model RCE-229A www.rinnaina.com 1 4 O P E R A T I N G Y O U R N E W R C E - 2 2 9 A ECONOMY MODE The Economy mode only operates when the heater is turned on. The Economy modeoperates automatically. The Economy indicator will glow to show that theEconomy function is activated. After the room is hea...
Page 15 - T I M E R O P E R A T I O N; OFF TIMER OPERATION; OFF TIMER STOPS AFTER 1 HOUR.; ON TIMER OPERATION; BEFORE SELECTING THE ON TIMER CONFIRM:
Model RCE-229A 800-621-9419 1 5 T I M E R O P E R A T I O N OFF TIMER OPERATION This feature is useful on cold nights when the unit continues to operate after you have gone tobed. The OFF Timer can be selected when the heater is operating manually, in OFF, or in ON Timer mode.When the OFF Timer fe...
Page 17 - M A I N T E N A N C E / S E R V I C E; MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS
Model RCE-229A 800-621-9419 1 7 M A I N T E N A N C E / S E R V I C E MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS This heater has been designed and constructed for a long performance life when installed and operatedproperly under normal conditions. Regular inspections, as outlined in this section, are stronglyrecommend...
Page 18 - T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G C H A R T
Model RCE-229A www.rinnaina.com 1 8 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G C H A R T Please note: General cleaning, maintenance and wear and tear are not necessarily covered under theguarantee. Calls of this nature may be chargeable. Problem Cause Not Plugged In Ɣ Ɣ Plug In Power Cut Ɣ Ɣ Ɣ Re-Ignite manually...
Page 19 - S C H E M A T I C D R A W I N G S; Wiring Diagram
Model RCE-229A 800-621-9419 1 9 S C H E M A T I C D R A W I N G S Wiring Diagram CAUTION : Label all wires prior to disconnecting when servicing controls. Wire errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. V erify proper operation af ter servicing. If any of the original wire as supplied with t...
Page 20 - Cabinet - Exploded View
Model RCE-229A www.rinnaina.com 2 0 S C H E M A T I C D R A W I N G S Cabinet - Exploded View
Page 21 - Gas Valve/Burner Assembly - Exploded View
Model RCE-229A 800-621-9419 2 1 S C H E M A T I C D R A W I N G S Gas Valve/Burner Assembly - Exploded View
Page 22 - Fan Blower Assembly - Exploded View
Model RCE-229A www.rinnaina.com 2 2 S C H E M A T I C D R A W I N G S Fan Blower Assembly - Exploded View
Page 23 - Electrical Wiring - Exploded View
Model RCE-229A 800-621-9419 2 3 S C H E M A T I C D R A W I N G S Electrical Wiring - Exploded View
Page 24 - P A R T S L I S T
Model RCE-229A www.rinnaina.com 2 4 P A R T S L I S T PART NAME PART No. QTY. REMARKS 001-1 FRONT PANEL I RC-219-50-9 1 001-2 SCREW ZFAB0410SC 2 001-3 SCREW ZFAB0408SC 2 002 LOUVER ASS'Y RC-219-46-5 1 003 REAR PANEL G RC-219-42-7 1 004 TC CHECK HOLDER RC-334-73-1 1 005-1 TOP PLATE RC-229-516-SP 1 00...
Page 27 - E R R O R M E S S A G E S
E R R O R M E S S A G E S CODE DISPLAYED FAULT REMEDY Tilt Switch Activated Turn heater ON, after setting heater upright. Miss Ignition Check gas is turned ON.Service call if repeated. Flame Failure Ventilate the room.Service call if repeated. Back Fire Sensor Activated Turn heater OFF, after a whil...
Page 28 - EXTENDED WARRANTIES ARE AVAILABLE,CONTACT RINNAI FOR DETAILS.; SPACE HEATER; AMERICA CORPORATION
Rinnai America Corporation warrants the products described in this warranty including any parts and components thereof, to be free from anydefects in materials and workmanship for the period specified below, subject to the terms specified in this warranty. This warranty gives youspecific legal right...