Page 2 - including local OH&S requirements; ONLY; by an Authorised Person.; NOT SUITABLE AS A POOL OR SPA HEATER; For continued safety of this appliance it must be installed and
Rinnai 2 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 This appliance must be installed in accordance with:• Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions• Current AS/NZS 3500• Plumbing Code of Australia (PCA)• Local Regulations and Municipal Building Codes including local OH&S requirements This system must be instal...
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; Warnings and Important Information
Rinnai 3 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Warnings and Important Information 4 Safety and Regulatory Information ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4Transport and Storage of Appliance �����������������������...
Page 4 - SAFETY AND REGULATORY INFORMATION; The Heat Pump is fitted with a power cord & 15 amps plug , It; NOTICE TO VICTORIAN CONSUMERS; WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Rinnai 4 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 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....
Page 5 - TRANSPORT AND STORAGE OF APPLIANCE; DO NOT; applicable regulations.; IMPORTANT; IMPORTANT
Rinnai 5 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 TRANSPORT AND STORAGE OF APPLIANCE RISK OF FIRE 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 heater) DO NOT pierce or burn the appliance. Be aw...
Page 6 - SCALD HAZARDS
Rinnai 6 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 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 OCCU...
Page 7 - OPERATING PRINCIPLE; pump system will be at heating water.; SYSTEM SCHEMATIC
Rinnai 7 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 OPERATING 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 direct...
Page 8 - This valve is located near the top of the water heater and is; dislodge any foreign matter and alleviate the problem.; NEVER
Rinnai 8 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 Pressure & Temperature Relief (PTR) Valve This valve is located near the top of the water heater and is essential for safe operation. It is normal for the valve to release a small quantity of water through the drain line during heating.However, continuous le...
Page 9 - HYDROGEN GAS; procedure there; MUST; of hours before hot water is available.; TURNING OFF THE WATER HEATING SYSTEM; necessary to switch off the water heater, do so as outlined below:; conditions are expected.; Arrange for an authorised person to carry out this task.; checked to ensure there are no blockages.
Rinnai 9 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 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...
Page 10 - marked “Hot water” or “Water heater”) is turned on. (note that the; SAVE A SERVICE CALL
Rinnai 10 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 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 valv...
Page 11 - See entry under the heading ‘Insufficient or no hot water’; High Electricity Tariffs; electricity supplier to confirm what these tariffs are.; FAULT CODES; EA
Rinnai 11 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 HIGH ELECTRICITY BILLSExcessive hot water consumption See entry under the heading ‘Insufficient or no hot water’ High Electricity Tariffs The electricity tariff will determine the running costs of the system. It is important the end user is aware of the applica...
Page 12 - SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS; Coefficient Of; SPECIFICATIONS
Rinnai 12 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Model EHPT180VM Net Weight / Filled Weight (kg) 100 / 281 Sound Level 48 dB(A) Ambient Temperature Limits (for heat pump operation - element will operate beyond these limits) -7°C to 43°C Ingress Protection IPX4 Storage Cylinder - Hot Outl...
Page 13 - DIMENSIONS; Cylinder height; Condensate Drain Outlet
Rinnai 13 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 DIMENSIONS Model EHPT180VM Cylinder height 1730 Hot Outlet / PTR (A) 1035 Cold water inlet (B) 145 Cylinder diameter 570 All Dimensions in mm Condensate Drain Outlet Drain Outlet Water Inlet PTR Valve Water Outlet (A) (B) Diameter SPECIFICATIONS
Page 14 - CLEARANCES; air flow through the fan.; Model
Rinnai 14 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 CLEARANCES Allow 600mm on the plumbing connection side and 200 mm clearance on the fan suction side to allow for sufficient air flow through the fan. Model EHPT180VM Min Clearance Height H1 (mm) 550 150 200 200 600 600 SPECIFICATIONS
Page 15 - LOCATION; be connected to an independent AC 240 V, 50 Hz power supply.; INSTALLATION
Rinnai 15 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 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 are...
Page 16 - Minimum room volume of 10m; A water filter
Rinnai 16 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 Internal Installation For internal installations the area MUST meet the following requirements: • Minimum room volume of 10m 3 per unit. • Good Ventilation (i.e minimum 200 L/s per unit) • Away from any ignition sources or corrosive environments. If the heat pu...
Page 17 - VALVES AND FITTINGS; When moving the unit, it
Rinnai 17 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 VALVES AND FITTINGS IMPORTANT A 30 kW capacity, combined Pressure and Temperature Relief (PTR) valve is supplied with the Heat Pump hot water system. This valve is fitted at the top of the storage cylinder. The PTR valve is a safety device and it is mandatory t...
Page 18 - POSITIONING THE HEAT PUMP; drain on to grass or garden beds.; CONNECT THE PTR VALVE
Rinnai 18 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 POSITIONING THE HEAT PUMP Arrive at site and conduct a safety audit (Safety audits can also be known as Work Method Statements (WMS) or Job Site Analysis (JSA).Park your vehicle as close as allowable to your installation. Unload all materials in a safe manner.P...
Page 19 - CONNECT COLD / HOT WATER SUPPLY; A stop cock, non return valve and line strainer; CONNECT CONDENSATE DRAIN LINE; Independent 15mm copper pipes
Rinnai 19 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 This will reduce hot water discharge from the pressure and temperature relief (PTR) valve which minimises wear on this valve. This water heater is designed for direct connection to water supply pressures of no greater than those specified on page 12. Where the ...
Page 20 - TYPICAL PLUMBING LAYOUT; ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS; MUST NOT; The Heat Pump is fitted with a power cord & 15 amp plug, It
Rinnai 20 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 TYPICAL PLUMBING LAYOUT PTR Valve E H P T 1 8 0 VM Water Outlet Water Inlet Drain Port Check Valve Y-Type Filtration ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING The power supply to the heat pump module MUST NOT be activated until the system is filled with water.The premises...
Page 21 - This appliance; Disconnect all power prior to installation and commissioning.; Cord Management; WIRING SCHEMATIC
Rinnai 21 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 IMPORTANT This appliance MUST NOT be connected via a switchable or a solar (photovoltaic - PV) power supply without manufacturer consultation and authorisation.The switching of the supplies will place the water heater into a re-start cycle which reduces the ava...
Page 22 - ELECTRICAL TESTS; this; tank may damage the heat exchanger.
Rinnai 22 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 ELECTRICAL TESTS DO NOT turn on the power supply to the appliance until it has been filled with water and a satisfactory insulation (Megger) test has been performed. Conducting Insulation (Megger) Tests When conducting an insulation test using a Megger on this ...
Page 23 - CONTROLLER LAYOUT; Compressor State; Control Keys; MODE; TIMER; OPERATION
Rinnai 23 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 CONTROLLER LAYOUT Controller Icons Icon Description Icon Description Eco Mode Compressor State Hybrid Heating Mode Electric Heating State Electric Heating Mode Child Lock Temperature Setting Tank Temperature Fault Warning Wi-Fi State Timer Clock Display Control...
Page 24 - mode before the last shutdown.; Press the ‘MODE’ key to cycle between Modes in this sequence: ECO; Timer; save the timer setting.
Rinnai 24 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 OPERATING FUNCTIONSOn / OFF ON/OFF • In standby mode, press the ‘on/off’ key once to perform the startup function and display the mode before the last shutdown. • In the start-up mode, press the ‘on/off’ key once to shut down the appliance. • Press ‘SET’ and ‘O...
Page 25 - Settings
Rinnai 25 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 Settings S E T The key is used in timed startup and timed shutdown setting, see the previous timing setting operation for details; • Press and hold the “SET” key for 3 seconds to enter the parameter inquiry page.This function is mainly intended for use by quali...
Page 26 - and operation will not be affected.; during the connection; Connect to the SmartLife App as follows:
Rinnai 26 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 WI-FI CONNECTION Please follow below steps to set up and operate Wi-Fi functions. 1. Prepare a Wi-Fi wireless router that can access the Internet, The Wi-Fi frequency band is required to be 2.4 Ghz and it should be placed within 10 meters of the water heater to...
Page 27 - iv) Wait for Connection
Rinnai 27 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 Connect to SmartLife App (cont). iv) Wait for Connection v) Complete vi) Device Connected 7. Control the Heat Pump with the App The main controls for the App are laid out as follows on the App. Select Mode Turn On/Off Timer / Check Operation Adjust Temp Setting...
Page 28 - CONTACTS; Rinnai Australia Pty Ltd; National Help Line
S112467 28 EHPT Heat Pump OIM - Issue 2 - March 2023 CONTACTS Rinnai Australia Pty Ltd ABN 74 005 138 769 | AU45204 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...
