Page 2 - Rinnai; REQUIREMENTS, FEATURES AND OPERATION OF YOUR NEW APPLIANCE.
Rinnai 2 ES_FT_OIM Congratulations on the purchase of your Rinnai Energysaver space heater. We trust you will have many years of comfort and enjoyment from your appliance. BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE OPERATION OR INSTALLATION OF YOUR NEW HEATER PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND GAIN A FULL UNDER...
Page 3 - OPERATION MANUAL
Rinnai 3 ES_FT_OIM BEFORE YOU START ........................................................................................................................4 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................................. 4...
Page 4 - BEFORE YOU START
Rinnai 4 ES_FT_OIM BEFORE YOU START INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS This heater must be installed by an authorised person. The installation must conform to local regulations. Theinstallation must also comply with the instructions supplied by Rinnai. Service and removal must be carried out by an authorised...
Page 5 - SAFETY
Rinnai 5 ES_FT_OIM SAFETY DO NOT MODIFY THIS APPLIANCE. You MUST read and understand these instructions fully before operating the heater. Failure to comply with these instructions could result in a fire or explosion, which could causeserious injury, death or property damage. Improper installation, ...
Page 7 - DO NOT; modify this appliance.; MUST NOT BE; shown on page 5; MUST BE
Rinnai 7 ES_FT_OIM SAFETY Heat emanating from the front of this appliance may over timeaffect the appearance of some materials used for flooring suchas carpet, vinyl, cork or timber. This effect may be amplified ifthe air in the room contains cooking vapours or cigarettesmoke. To avoid this possibil...
Page 8 - ABOUT YOUR ENERGY SAVER SPACE HEATER; FEATURES
Rinnai 8 ES_FT_OIM ABOUT YOUR ENERGY SAVER SPACE HEATER FEATURES Room Sealed: Air for combustion is taken from the outside and the combustion products are exhausted to the outside. Thismeans heater operation has no effect on the composition and quality of air in the room. Push Button Ignition: Only ...
Page 9 - CONTROL PANEL GENERAL LAYOUT
Rinnai 9 ES_FT_OIM ABOUT YOUR ENERGY SAVER SPACE HEATER CONTROL PANEL GENERAL LAYOUT Main switch for turning 'ON / OFF'. 'ON' / 'OFF' BUTTON 1 Selects clock and/or Timers for adjusting or programming. SET TIMES BUTTON 2 Temporarily changes operation from ON to OFF or OFF to ON, until next programmed...
Page 10 - BASIC HEATER OPERATION
Rinnai 10 ES_FT_OIM BASIC HEATER OPERATION TO TURN THE UNIT ‘ON’ Press the ‘ON’/’OFF’ button to operate the heater. The ‘ON’ indicator will glow green. The spark generator will be heard before the burner ignites and the ‘ON’ indicator glows red, indicating that the heater is alight. When the heater ...
Page 11 - ECONOMY MODE; Comfort Control
Rinnai 11 ES_FT_OIM BASIC HEATER OPERATION ECONOMY MODE The economy mode, when selected, has the ability prevent discomfort from over heating and to reduce gasconsumption and ultimately save energy. Once a room has reached the desired temperature, the unit willautomatically begin reducing the set te...
Page 12 - ADVANCED HEATER OPERATION; DAY LIGHT SAVING AND TIME ADJUSTMENT ALL MODELS
Rinnai 12 ES_FT_OIM ADVANCED HEATER OPERATION SETTING THE CLOCK - RHFE-309FT / 559FT / 561FT When the appliance is first plugged in or after a power failure, the Digital Display with show --:-- As an example, let’s set the clock to 10:35 am: 1. Press the Set Times button once, the Clock indicator wi...
Page 13 - OR; by
Rinnai 13 ES_FT_OIM ADVANCED HEATER OPERATION SETTING THE ON / OFF TIMERS - RHFE-309FT / 559FT / 561FT In the following example: Timer 1 will be programmed to heat the room by 7:10 am and finish heating the at 9:00 am. 1. Press the Set Times button twice. The Timer 1 ‘on’ indicator will flash. 2. Pr...
Page 15 - SET AND FORGET OPERATION
Rinnai 15 ES_FT_OIM ADVANCED HEATER OPERATION SET AND FORGET OPERATION Your heater can be operated to alternate between Timers automatically during cold weather by selecting both Timer1 and 2 together. The Timer indicator(s) for both timers will glow. The appliance will remain on standby at interval...
Page 16 - ADDITIONAL HEATER OPERATION INFORMATION
Rinnai 16 ES_FT_OIM ADDITIONAL HEATER OPERATION INFORMATION HUMIDIFIER TRAY Your heater is fitted with an enamelled tray behind the air outlet so that you can humidify the air. To fill the tray,open the access panel / door as shown in the diagrams below and pour water into the tray using the spout b...
Page 17 - CARE AND MAINTENANCE; Dry Dust
Rinnai 17 ES_FT_OIM CARE AND MAINTENANCE CLEANING Your heater needs very little maintenance, however the following information will help you keep it looking good andworking efficiently. HUMIDIFIER TRAY If the humidifier tray gets dirty, wash in warm soapy water. With the heatercold, remove the lower...
Page 18 - SAVE A SERVICE CALL; Warm air does not start when the burner lights.; When the appliance is turned off:; Convection fan continues to run after turning off.
Rinnai 18 ES_FT_OIM CARE AND MAINTENANCE SAVE A SERVICE CALL SERVICE Rinnai recommend that this appliance and installation be inspected and serviced every 2 years. If the power supply cord or any other component of the heater are damaged, they must be replaced by Rinnai or asuitably qualified person...
Page 19 - TROUBLE SHOOTING CHECKLIST; on
Rinnai 19 ES_FT_OIM CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLE SHOOTING CHECKLIST Use the following chart to help determine whether a service call is required, however if you are unsure about theway your heater is operating, contact Rinnai or your local agent. ERROR CODES The Energysaver Range of heaters has the ...
Page 20 - NOTES
Page 21 - INSTALLATION MANUAL
Rinnai 21 ES_FT_OIM INSTALLATION GENERAL ..............................................................................................................22 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................................... 22 ...
Page 22 - INSTALLATION GENERAL; PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Rinnai 22 ES_FT_OIM INSTALLATION GENERAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Model RHFE-309FT RHFE-559FT RHFE-561FT RHFE-1005FT Dimensions (mm) Height 695 582 750 670 Width 465 760 545 930 Depth 257 257 262 330 Weight (kg) 21 26 25 42 Gas Control Valve Rinnai Electronic Modulating Gas Valve Burner Fabricated Sta...
Page 23 - DIMENSIONS
Rinnai 23 ES_FT_OIM INSTALLATION GENERAL DIMENSIONS 550 92 930 115 330 670 350 114.5 545 750 262 85 760 582 257 85 134 82 465 695 257 85 335 124 Gas Inlet RHFE-559FT RHFE-309FT RHFE-1005FT RHFE-561FT Gas Inlet Gas Inlet Gas Inlet
Page 24 - HEATER LOCATION; GAS SUPPLY; accessible after the appliance has been installed.
Rinnai 24 ES_FT_OIM HEATER LOCATION When positioning the heater the main variables governing the location are Flueing and Warm Air Distribution. This heater must not be installed where curtains or other combustible materials could come into contact with it. Insome cases curtains may need restraining...
Page 25 - FLUE INSTALLATION; TYPES OF FLUE INSTALLATIONS
Rinnai 25 ES_FT_OIM FLUE INSTALLATION TYPES OF FLUE INSTALLATIONS Consult the ‘Energysaver Space Heater Co-Axial Flue Systems Installation Manual’ included withthe ‘On Wall’ or ‘Direct’ flue kits for detailed flue installation instructions. Use only Rinnai Fluecomponents with this appliance. The fol...
Page 26 - FLUE TERMINAL LOCATION
Rinnai 26 ES_FT_OIM FLUE INSTALLATION FLUE TERMINAL LOCATION Ensue that the location of the flue terminal complies withthe requirements of AS/NZS 5601, Fig. 6.2 which isreproduced in part below. The flue terminal shouldbe positioned away fromflammable materials. Horizontal terminal clearances (Extra...
Page 27 - HEATER INSTALLATION; UNPACKING THE APPLIANCE; Floor Level; Heater Centre Line; ii; Model
Rinnai 27 ES_FT_OIM HEATER INSTALLATION 1. UNPACKING THE APPLIANCE The heater is supplied in one carton containing; Heater, Standard Rear Cover Set and Bolt Pack (refer to the“CARTON CONTENTS / ITEM CHECKLIST” on page 4 for a full list of the items packed with each heater model). Remove all packagin...
Page 28 - NOT
Rinnai 28 ES_FT_OIM HEATER INSTALLATION 11. Install flue system in accordance with ‘Energysaver Space Heater Co-Axial Flue System Installation manual’ which is provided with the flue kit. 12. Return the heater to the final position. 13. Connect flue in accordance with ‘Energysaver Space Heater, Co-A...
Page 29 - an optional component and; fitted to; NOT INTENDED FOR FIREPLACE INSERT.; ia
Rinnai 29 ES_FT_OIM HEATER INSTALLATION 3. RHFE-1005FT - BACK PANEL INSTALLATION The back panel is NOT an optional component and MUST BE fitted to ensure the correct and safe operation of the appliance while alsoproviding concealment and protection of the flue and gas connections. 1. Replace the two...
Page 31 - FINAL CHECKLIST; Yes
Rinnai 31 ES_FT_OIM HEATER INSTALLATION 7. FINAL CHECKLIST *If you have answered NO to any of the above, you must correct before appliance hand-over to the customer. (To be completed by certified Gas Installer) Yes / *No 1. Is the appliance positioned in a suitable location (clearances, combustible ...
Page 32 - WIRING DIAGRAMS
Rinnai 32 ES_FT_OIM WIRING DIAGRAMS RHFE-309FT / RHFE-559FT Note: This connector applicable to RHFE-559FT and RHFE-561FT ONLY! RHFE-561FT Note: This connector applicable to RHFE-559FT and RHFE-561FT ONLY! CONTROL DISPLAY UNIT r r r bl W W OH.TH R.TH y y TEST SW 3 1 TF OHS1 1 2 1 y y 1 8 w ER SP gr/y...
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Page 36 - Head Office; CONTACT INFORMATION
Rinnai 36 ES_FT_OIM 13_004 Issue 5 24/11/14 Australia Pty. Ltd. ABN 74 005 138 769 Rinnai has a Service and Spare Parts network with personnel who are fully trained and equipped to give the best service on your Rinnai appliance. If your appliance requires service, please call our National Help Line....