Page 2 - PATENTS; Rheem Australia Pty Ltd.; TRADE MARKS; Registered trademark of Rheem Australia Pty Ltd.; Notice to Victorian Customers from the
PATENTS This water heater may be protected by one or more patents or registered designs in the name of Rheem Australia Pty Ltd. TRADE MARKS ® Registered trademark of Rheem Australia Pty Ltd. ™ Trademark of Rheem Australia Pty Ltd. Note: Every care has been taken to ensure accuracy in preparation of ...
Page 3 - CONTENTS; HOUSEHOLDER – We recommend you read pages 4 to 13.
3 CONTENTS HOUSEHOLDER – We recommend you read pages 4 to 13. The other pages are intended for the installer but may be of interest. About Your Water Heater ............................................................................................................ 4 Regular Care ......................
Page 4 - ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER; MODEL TYPE
4 ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER MODEL TYPE Your Rheem ® air sourced heat pump water heater is designed for outdoor installation only. The model you have chosen is a 551 series model. The 551 310 model heat pump water heater is recommended for connection to a minimum 16 hour per day power supply. A Rheem h...
Page 5 - HOW HOT SHOULD THE WATER BE?; aerosols, stain removers and household chemicals; near the water heater whilst it is
ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER 5 HOW HOT SHOULD THE WATER BE? The system controls (compressor, evaporator and fan) will operate until a water temperature of approximately 60°C is reached. If the ambient air temperature is outside of the heat pump‟s operating range, the water temperature is boosted automati...
Page 6 - “To Turn Off The Water Heater”; Refer to; . If you are not
ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER 6 TO TURN OFF THE WATER HEATER If you plan to be away from home for only a few nights, we suggest you leave the water heater switched on. If it is necessary to turn off the water heater: Switch off the electrical supply at the isolating switch to the water heater. Close the c...
Page 7 - ENVIRONMENT
ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER 7 ENVIRONMENT At the end of the service life of the heat pump water heater and prior to the water heater being disposed o f, a person qualified to work with refrigerants must recover the refrigerant from within the sealed system. The refrigerant must not be vented to atmosphe...
Page 8 - REGULAR CARE; TEMPERATURE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE; It is very important you raise and lower; Failure to do this may result in the water heater; It is very important you; The expansion control valve should be checked for performance or
8 REGULAR CARE TEMPERATURE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE This valve is near the top of the water heater and is essential for its safe operation. It is possible for the valve to release a little water through the drain line during each heating period. This occurs as the water is heated and expands by approxi...
Page 9 - WATER SUPPLIES; CHANGE OF WATER SUPPLY
9 WATER SUPPLIES This water heater must be installed in accordance with this advice to be covered by the warranty. This water heater is manufactured to suit the water conditions of most public reticulated water supplies. However, there are some known water chemistries which can have detrimental effe...
Page 11 - SAVE A SERVICE CALL; “Heat Pump Is Not Operating”
11 SAVE A SERVICE CALL Check the items below before making a service call. You will be charged for attending to any condition or fault that is not related to manufacture or failure of a part. NOT ENOUGH HOT WATER (OR NO HOT WATER) Is the electricity switched on? Inspect the isolating switch marked “...
Page 12 - HEAT PUMP IS NOT OPERATING; Time controlled power supply; Has the thermal cut out for the heat pump compressor activated?; Heat pump fault; Has the heat pump developed a fault?
SAVE A SERVICE CALL 12 HEAT PUMP IS NOT OPERATING Time controlled power supply If the water heater is connected to a time controlled power supply, then during periods of no power supply at the water heater the heat pump and booster heating unit will not operate. This is not a fault condition, but a ...
Page 13 - TEMPERATURE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE RUNNING; Normal Operation; “Temperature Pressure Relief Valve”; Steady flows for long periods (often at night); HIGHER THAN EXPECTED ELECTRICITY BILLS
SAVE A SERVICE CALL 13 TEMPERATURE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE RUNNING Normal Operation It is normal and desirable this valve allows a small quantity of water to escape during the heating cycle. However, if it discharges more than a bucket full of water in 24 hours, there may be another problem. Continuou...
Page 14 - INSTALLATION; STORAGE TANK AND HEAT PUMP MODULE; Do not; WATER HEATER LOCATION
14 INSTALLATION THIS WATER HEATER IS FOR OUTDOOR INSTALLATON ONLY. THIS WATER HEATER IS NOT SUITABLE FOR POOL HEATING. The installation must comply with the requirements of AS/NZS 3500.4, AS/NZS 3000 and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements. In New Zealand, the installation must con...
Page 15 - dimensions diagram; TANK WATER SUPPLY
INSTALLATION 15 It is recommended the heat pump water heater be installed at ground or floor level and must stand vertically upright, supported by a level slab or solid base. The base of the water heater is made of corrosion resistant material, and it may be placed directly in contact with the suppo...
Page 16 - HOT WATER DELIVERY; Two Temperature Zones Using a Temperature Limiting Device
INSTALLATION 16 HOT WATER DELIVERY This water heater can deliver water at temperatures which can cause scalding. It is necessary and we recommend that a temperature limiting device be fitted between the water heater and the hot water outlets in any ablution area such as a bathroom or ensuite, to red...
Page 17 - CIRCULATED HOT WATER FLOW AND RETURN SYSTEM; Temperature Limiting Device; Circulated Hot Water Flow and Return System
INSTALLATION 17 CIRCULATED HOT WATER FLOW AND RETURN SYSTEM A 551 310 model heat pump water heater should not be installed as part of a circulated hot water flow a nd return system in a building. If a circulated flow and return system is required, it is necessary to bypass the heat pump water heater...
Page 18 - REDUCING HEAT LOSSES
INSTALLATION 18 REDUCING HEAT LOSSES The cold water line to and the hot water line from the water heater must be insulated in accordance with the requirements of AS/NZS 3500.4. The insulation must be weatherproof and UV resistant if exposed. ANODE TYPES The vitreous enamel lined cylinder of the wate...
Page 19 - TYPICAL INSTALLATON – OUTDOOR LOCATION; TYPICAL INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION 19 TYPICAL INSTALLATON – OUTDOOR LOCATION TYPICAL INSTALLATION HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER
Page 20 - HEAT PUMP DIMENSIONS; Storage tank 87 kg
INSTALLATION 20 DIMENSIONS AND TECHNICAL DATA HEAT PUMP DIMENSIONS System number 551 310 Part numbers Model Number 1.8 kW 551 310 04 Tank only 1.8 kW T551 310 04 2.4 kW 551 310 05 Tank only 2.4 kW T551 310 05 3.6 kW 551 310 07 Tank only 3.6 kW T551 310 07 Heat pump module 180532 Maximum rated power ...
Page 21 - HEAT PUMP AND TANK ASSEMBLY
21 HEAT PUMP AND TANK ASSEMBLY STORAGE TANK AND HEAT PUMP MODULE The heat pump water heater is made of two main components, the storage tank and the heat pump module. For transport and handling (weight) purposes both items are shipped separately and designed to be assembled at the installation site....
Page 22 - ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE; Step 1
HEAT PUMP AND TANK ASSEMBLY 22 ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE Warning: The heat pump must be assembled, plumbed and filled with water prior to power being connected and switched on. The following procedure should be followed to properly lift, place and connect the heat pump module onto the storage tank: 1. Stor...
Page 23 - Air Louvre Removal:; Remove the louvres from the heat pump module.
HEAT PUMP AND TANK ASSEMBLY 23 3. Air Louvre Removal: Using a Phillips head screw driver, remove the six (6) screws from each of the two air louvres (twelve (12) screws in total). Remove the louvres from the heat pump module. 4. Electrical Cover: Remove the mounting screw from the side of the elec...
Page 24 - Heat Pump Module Placement:; Using; two; people, one person on each lifting bar, lift the heat pump; Heat Pump Module Attachment:; Remove the two (2) lifting bars and attach the heat pump module to; Water Fitting Caps:; tank. These may be unscrewed or cut from the fittings if necessary.
HEAT PUMP AND TANK ASSEMBLY 24 6. Heat Pump Module Placement: Using two people, one person on each lifting bar, lift the heat pump module and place it on the top of the storage tank. It is recommended to place the hands under the bar to enable the lift in a curl action. Ensure the two water fittin...
Page 25 - Inlet Flexible Braided Hose:; Outlet Flexible Braided Hose:; Tighten the swivel nut on the hose using a 24 mm spanner.
HEAT PUMP AND TANK ASSEMBLY 25 9. Inlet Flexible Braided Hose: Attach the flexible braided hose marked “INLET” to the water fitting marked “INLET”. Tighten the swivel nut on the hose using a 24 mm spanner. Push down the pipe seal ring to seat over the swivel nut and against the pipe seal cover. ...
Page 26 - CONTROL BOARD HEAT PUMP with; open air bleed valve screw; Tank Sensor Cable Connection:
HEAT PUMP AND TANK ASSEMBLY 26 11. Air Bleed Valve: Open the air bleed valve screw by rotating anticlockwise one turn. This will allow air to bleed from the circulator and flexible hose during the filling of the tank process. Leave the screw in this position. Ensure the screw is not removed, nor...
Page 27 - “Connections – Plumbing”; Air Louvre Attachment:; “Connections – Electrical”
HEAT PUMP AND TANK ASSEMBLY 27 14. Electrical Cover: Replace the electrical cover, engaging the bottom of the cover into the slots on the supporting bracket. Secure at the side with the mounting screw. 15. Water Connections: Connect the cold water supply and the hot water pipe work to the water he...
Page 28 - CONNECTION SIZES
28 CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING CONNECTION SIZES Hot water connection: RP¾/20. Cold water connection: RP¾/20. Relief valve connection: RP½/15. All plumbing work must be carried out by a qualified person and in accordance with the Plumbing Standard AS/NZS 3500.4 and local authority requirements. WATER INLE...
Page 29 - EXPANSION CONTROL VALVE
CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING 29 EXPANSION CONTROL VALVE Local regulations may make it mandatory to install an expansion control valve (ECV) in the cold water line to the water heater. In other areas, an ECV is required if the saturation index is greater than +0.4 (refer to “Water Supplies” on page 9). The...
Page 30 - and a satisfactory megger reading is obtained.
30 CONNECTIONS – ELECTRICAL The power supply to the water heater must not be switched on until the water heater is filled with water and a satisfactory megger reading is obtained. MEGGER READING When a megger test is conducted on this water heater, then the following should be noted. Warning: This w...
Page 31 - WIRING DIAGRAM; Electrical Circuit for Heat Pump
CONNECTIONS – ELECTRICAL 31 WIRING DIAGRAM E FAN CAP 123 4 WHITE BLUE BLUE BLUE BLUE BLACK BLACK RED RED RED ORANGE RED GREEN/YE LLO W GR/YE L GR/YE L RE D BLUE BL ACK W H IT E RE D RELAY N.O. N.C. 123 4 E A A UNIT HEATING PMP FAN CONTROL BOARD BROWN GR/YE L BLUE BROWN BLACK BLUE BROWN M1 S C R ROBE...
Page 32 - MULTIPLE INSTALLATIONS; The water heaters must be of the same model.
32 MULTIPLE INSTALLATIONS A multiple installation of Rheem heat pump water heaters on a single manifold or multiple manifolds is possible, using the Equa-Flow ® manifold system, where large volumes of hot water is required. The Equa- Flow principle will function with water heaters in line, around a ...
Page 33 - TYPICAL INSTALLATION – MULTIPLE HEAT PUMP WATER HEATERS; MULTIPLE HEAT PUMP WATER HEATERS; MULTIPLE HEAT PUMP WATER HEATERS INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS; Notes; In Line Manifold
MULTIPLE INSTALLATIONS 33 TYPICAL INSTALLATION – MULTIPLE HEAT PUMP WATER HEATERS MULTIPLE HEAT PUMP WATER HEATERS TYPICAL INSTALLATION LEGEND INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS – MULTIPLE HEAT PUMP WATER HEATERS MULTIPLE HEAT PUMP WATER HEATERS INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS Notes Installation Layout Minimum Dimensi...
Page 34 - MANIFOLD ARRANGEMENT; Hot Manifold Assembly; Manifold Arrangement - Multiple Installation; Cold Manifold Assembly
MULTIPLE INSTALLATIONS 34 MANIFOLD ARRANGEMENT Manifold Arrangement - Multiple Installation Heat Pump Water Heaters Hot Manifold Assembly Manifold Arrangement - Multiple Installation Heat Pump Water Heaters Cold Manifold Assembly
Page 35 - COMMISSIONING; TO FILL AND TURN ON THE WATER HEATER
35 COMMISSIONING TO FILL AND TURN ON THE WATER HEATER The power supply to the water heater must not be switched on until the water heater is filled with water and a satisfactory megger reading is obtained. Open all of the hot water taps in the house (don‟t forget the shower). Open the cold water iso...
Page 36 - DRAINING THE WATER HEATER
36 DRAINING THE WATER HEATER To drain the water heater: Turn off the water heater (refer to “To Turn Off The Water Heater” on page 35). Close all hot water taps. Operate the relief valve release lever - do not let the lever snap back or you will damage the valve seat. Operating the lever will releas...
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Page 39 - RHEEM HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER WARRANTY; WARRANTY CONDITIONS; WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS
39 RHEEM HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER WARRANTY - AUSTRALIA ONLY - HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER MODEL 551310 WARRANTY CONDITIONS 1. This warranty is applicable only to water heaters manufactured from 1 st August 2010. 2. The water heater must be installed in accordance with the water heater installation instruct...
Page 40 - WARRANTY – HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER MODEL 551310; Rheem will; RHEEM AUSTRALIA PTY LTD; FOR SERVICE TELEPHONE
RHEEM HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER WARRANTY - AUSTRALIA ONLY - Revision Date: 2011 March 126524H 40 WARRANTY – HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER MODEL 551310 Rheem will repair or replace, at Rheem’s sole discretion and subject to the warranty conditions and exclusions, any component, the storage tank or the heat pum...
