Rinnai RHFE-431WTA - Manual

Frost Function LOW 50°F 60°F 80°F HI High Combustion Normal Operation – 5 – SPECIFICATIONS MODEL PROPANE BTU/h MIN. CLEARANCES INPUT OUTPUT SIDE TOP LO:110.5 HI:141.3 LO:110.5 HI:141.3 FRONT 2 " (50mm) 10 " (250mm) 40 " (1m) 40 " (1m) FAN CFM OUTPUT 10 " (250mm) 2 " (50mm) Lo...

– 7 – SAFETY POINTS Do not restrict the warm air discharge byplacing articles in front of the heater. This appliance must not be used for anypurpose other than heating. Do not install the heater in an unusuallydusty area. Do not allow anyone to sit on or lean againstthe appliance. Do not spray aeros...

– 9 – VENT TERMINALCOMBUSTION/EXHAUST GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NEW RHFE-431 WARM AIR OUTLET HUMIDIFIERREMOVE BOTTOMCOVER AND PULLOUT TO REFILL BOTTOM COVERHOLD BOTH SIDESAND PULL TOWARDYOU THERMISTOR GAS CONNECTIONS1/2" NPT POWER CORD PLUG 120V AC COMBUSTION AIRINTAKE HOSE EXHAUST PIPE AIR FILTER DI...

– 12 – NOTICE BEFORE INSTALLATION The heater must be installed by a qualified serviceperson according to this installation instruction. Check your local building codes for the proper methodof installation. In the case of absence of local codes,this heater should be installed in accordance with theNa...

– 13 – INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Flue Manifold 1 Back Spacer Set Flue Locking Clamp Flue Lock Stopper Insulation Clip Hose Clip Plastic tie for air inlet (M4 20) For Flue Lock Stopper For Flue Manifold Wall Bracket Screws (M4) (M4.8 32) Wood Screws 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 3 5 1 1 6 2 Air Filter (M4) For Back ...

– 14 – GAS CONNECTION 1. The gas supply line shall be gas tight, sized and so installed as to provide a supply of gas sufficient to meet the maximum demand of the heater without loss of pressure. 2. A shut off valve (and appliance connector valve) should be installed in the upstream of the gas line ...

– 16 – VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES INSIDE CORNER DETAIL FIXEDCLOSED OPERABLE FIXEDCLOSED OPERABLE B B B A J B M C F B B E D L G A H K I X AIR SUPPLY INLET V VENT TERMINAL AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED REF DESCRIPTION Canadian Installations U.S. Installations A B CD E F G H I J K L M 1 foot 3 ...

– 17 – LOCATION / CLEARANCES When positioning the heater the main pointsgoverning the location are: 1. Flueing 2. Warm air distribution This heater is not designed to be build in. The flue terminal should be positioned away fromflammable materials. Do not flue into natural draught flues or fireplace...

– 19 – SLEEVE AND MANIFOLD INSTALLATION METHOD FOR STANDARD WALLS 1. Disassemble Manifold from Sleeve. The flue consists of 3 parts, sleeve, inside connectorsand tube, outside terminal; (dis-assembly by pullinghard on outside terminal and inner connections, thenpull sleeve off outer terminal.) NOTE:...

– 21 – FITTING UNIT AIR INLET HOSE 2. Fit the locking clamp over connection betweensliding tube and manifold. Engage the hook androtate it until it snaps against the body of the clamp. 3. Fit the screw clamp between the sliding tube andthe flue elbow. Secure with the 4mm screwssupplied. The flue out...

– 24 – 1 2 3 4 5 SETTING THE CLOCK ■ TO OPEN THE CONTROL PANEL Lift lightly in the center of the lid. The control panel lid will then drop backward to an angle. Note: When the appliance is first plugged in or after a power failure longer than 24 hours the display will show “PF”. ■ SETTING THE CURREN...

– 25 – 1 1 2 3 OPERATING THE HEATER MANUALLY ■ To turn the heater ON: Press the “ON/OFF” button. Check to see if the “Man” or “Auto” indicator is displayed: If the “Auto” indicator is displayed then press the “Auto” button. The indicator will change to “Man”. Go to Step 3. If the “Man” indicator is ...

– 26 – PROGRAMABLE WEEKLY TIMER The Rinnai 431WTA features a weekly timer which allows four separate time periods, each with its own temperature, to be set. These periods can be programed differently for each day of the week, or for a group of days: weekdays, weekends or all days of the week togethe...

– 27 – am Set AutoManSelectClock Frost Override Progr Temp R 1 2 3 4 OFF Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su 3 5 1 6 7 PROGRAMING THE WEEKLY TIMERS The following is a general outline of the setting options and procedures avaliable when programing the weekly timers. A detailed step-by-step example is given on pages...

– 28 – PROGRAMING THE TIMERS : EXAMPLE Note: Before programing the timers, the clock must be set to the correct time(see page 24). The following is a step by step guide to programing the timers by an example schedule.A general outline for programing the timers is provided on page 26.If programing is...

– 30 – 1 1 2 WEEKLY TIMER REVIEW FUNCTION This function lets you review all of the programed Weekly Timer settings(times and temperatures) without the option of adjusting these settings, removing the danger of accidently changing the program. This is a quick way to review the Weekly Timer program be...

– 31 – YOUR WEEKLY TIMER PROGRAM ■ Points to consider before writing your program: When do I want the heater to operate, and what temperature do I want? When do I not want the heater to operate? Will I use the same settings for everyday day of the week, or do I need a separate program for the weekda...

– 32 – 1 1 2 3 OPERATING THE TIMERS ■ Before operating the timers, please check the following points: The clock must be set to the current time and day - refer to page 24 for clock setting procedure. You may want to enter your own timer program. See page 26 for an overview of how the timers work, an...

– 33 – 1 1 2 OVERRIDE FUNCTION ■ This function is used when the heater is in “Auto” mode(timer operation). ■ It allows you to “Override” the preset timer setting until the beginning of the next period. For example, if the heater is ON, pressing the “Override” button will turn it OFF until the next p...

– 34 – FROST PROTECTION ■ This function allows a minimum room temperature to be pre-set, between 38 ° F and 60 ° F. Once the Frost Protection function is selected the appliance will start heating whenever the room temperature falls below the selected temperature, regardless of timer or manual settin...

– 35 – 30 min 30 min 2 ° F reduction 2 ° F reduction 2 ° F reduction 2 ° F reduction 30 min 30 min Preset TemperaturePreset Temperature 1 1 ENERGY SAVING MODE ■ The Economy mode can only be set while the heater is operating (heating), but once set it will remain in the system memory until deactivate...

– 36 – FUNCTION LOCK ■ The Function Lock will help to prevent accidental operation of the appliance as well as children from altering the controls. 1 1 ■ To activate the Function Lock: Press the “ ▲ ” and “ ▼ ” buttons at the same time. The “Function Lock” indicator will light. ■ To deactivate the F...

– 39 – TROUBLE SHOOTING Your RHFE-431WTA requires very little maintenance, simply clean the rear fan filter as needed andwipe the outer case and louver section with a damp cloth. General maintenance items are not covered under unit's warranty, such as cleaning dust, debris andcarbon from flame rod, ...

– 40 – ERROR MESSAGES In all cases, you may be able to clear the Error Message simply by turning the heater OFF, then ON again. If the Error Message still remains or returns on the next operation, contact Rinnai or your nearest service agent and arrange for a service call. The Energysaver 431 has th...

– 41 – MAINTENANCE / SERVICE MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS This heater has been designed and constructed fora long performance life when installed and operatedproperly under normal conditions. Regularinspections, as outlined in this section, are stronglyrecommended as means of keeping your heateroperating...

– 42 – WIRING DIAGRAM If any of the original wire as supplied with the appliance must be replaced, it must be replaced with a wire of a least a 194 °F temperature rating and number 18AWG or its equivalent. “CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can ca...

CONSUMER SUPPORT – 43 – Warranty Information Limited Warranty Gas Direct Vent Wall Furnace What is covered? This Warranty covers any defects in materials or workmanship, subject to the terms stated below. This Warranty extends to the original purchaser and subsequent transferees, but only while the ...

– 44 – Limited Warranty - continued What will Rinnai do? Rinnai will repair any part or component that is defective in materials or workmanship as set forth as follows. All repair parts must be genuine Rinnai parts. All repairs or replacements must be performed by an individual or servicing company ...

– 55 – Flue Manifold P.C.B Combustion Fan Room TemperatureThermistor Over Heat Thermistor Solenoid Valve No.1 Modulating Valve Gas Inlet Solenoid Valve No.2 Injector Damper Main Burner Over Heat Switch(No.2) Warm Air Main HeatExchanger Sub HeatExchanger Gas Filter    Convection Fan Thermal Fuse Over...

– 57 – EXTENSION SET PARTS AND INSTALLATION GUIDE FOT 155 20"(0.5m) EXTENSION SET FOT 156 40"(1m) EXTENSION SET FOT 157 80"(2m) EXTENSION SET FOT 158 BENT ELBOW SET • This extension set is to be used for installations requiring extra distance. MAXIMUM VENT LENGTH 13 ' WITH 2 ELBOWS ■ NAM...

– 58 – 1. How to connect exhaust pipes To connect the exhaust pipes, fit the male end into the female end and clamp with pipe stopper A to preventslipping. The exhaust pipe can be telescoped to the required length; do not cut it. Female end Exhaust pipe Pipe stopper B Male end Pipe stopper B Pipe st...

NOTE: Maintain 1" clearance between exhaust pipe and combustible materials (0" clearance between exhaustpipe and non-combustible materials). – 59 – 2. How to connect air intake hose Screw hose joint half of its length onto the air intake hose, then screw another air intake hose into the join...