Rinnai Convector 417 User manual

Rinnai
Convector 417
Unflued Room Heater
CUSTOMER’S OPERATING
INFORMATION ’
AND
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance shall be installed in accordance with:-
* Manufacturer’s Installation instructions
* Local Authority Requiren@nts
* NZS 5261 installation Code for Gas Burning Appliances
and Equipment
* Any other relevant Statutory Regulation
* This appliance must be installed, serviced and removed
by an Authorised person.
Rinnai
GAS SPACE HEATERS

PARTS DESCRIPTION
IGNITION BUTTON
FRONT
/CONTROL PANEL
FILTER
WARNING LAMP
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ROOM
TEMPERATURE .
LAMP
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Temperature Control
LO 8
ECONOMY
LAMP
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COMBUSTION
LAMP
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REAR
DOWN UP ECONOMY BUTTON /
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IMPORTANT POINTS
Unpack heater:
Check for damage. If heater is damaged, contact your supplier for advice. Before
installing the heater, check it is labelled for the correct gas type. Refer to local
gas authority for confirmation of gas type if you are in doubt.
Included in Carton:
Customers Operating Information
IMPORTANT
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The appliance must be installed in accordance with the local gas authority
regulations.
For information on gas rate, see data plate on the appliance.
When using this appliance, ensure that the room is correctly ventilated.
Check NZS 5261 or the local gas authority for information on ventilation
requirements.
DO NOT install in bedroom or bathroom.
This heater must not be installed’where curtains or other combustible materials
could come into contact with it. In some cases curtains may need restraining.
It must also be 50mm clear of walls.
This appliance is not designed to be built in.
If you move house, check the gas type in the area where you are moving to.
The local gas authority will be able to advise on local regulations.
This heater discharges a large volume of warm air at low level to provide
even heat distribution. If the air in the room contains cooking vapour or
cigarette smoke, and the heater is used on a carpet, the surface of the carpet
may become discoloured.
In addition, some nylon carpets contain dyes which may be affected by the
warm air flow.
Some soft vinyl surfaces are also subject to discolouration by warm air.
To prevent discolouration of carpets etc., a mat should be placed under the
appliance, extending about 750mm in front of it.
Diagram 1 shows clearances required
around this heater whilst in operation. 50mm
750mm
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Do not install this heater in areas where
spray painting or plating is taking
place, or in places such as hair dressers,
where there may be a lot of fluff and
dust, and -where aerosols are used.
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Turn off heater after use and
disconnect gas hose.
Keep away from flammable materials.
Combustible materials must not be
placed where the heater could ignite
them.
Do not spray aerosols near this heater
while it is in use. Most aerosols contain
butane gas, and can be a fire hazard if
used near this heater when it is in use.
USE of aerosols, paint, polishes etc
whilist this heater is in use may cause
unpleasant smells.
Do not sit on this heater.
PUSH
Ignition Button
ON OFF
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Do not allow children to post articles
in the louvres.
Supervise children playing near this
heater.
Do not allow children or elderly
persons to sleep in the warm ‘air
discharge from the heater.
Do not place wet articles on this heater,
the water may drip into the electrical
parts.
Ventilate the room when this heater is
in use.
Correct, fixed ventilation is usually
sufficient, consult your local gas
authority for local regulations.
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Do not place articles in front of the
louvres.
Do not move the heater whilst it is
turned on.
Do not turn the heater off by
unplugging it from the wall, or whilst
the fan is cooling the heater off.
This heater is not suitable for use with
a plug in type timer.
Do not place containers of liquid on
top of the heater. Water in the heater
can cause extensive damage.
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CUSTOMERS OPERATING
INFORMATION
INSTALLATION
Check room size: This heater must not be installed in a room smaller than
42.5m3. Your Convector 417 is fitted with a flexible hose and bayonet type plug
in fitting, simply plug into your bayonet floor fitting.
IGNITION
Plug the heater into both the gas, and
the power point. Room must be
ventilated when using this heater.
Depress the ignition button slowly and
firmly.
When you release the ignition button
the ‘Temperature Level’ lamps will
illuminate, the spark will ignite the
main burner and the convection fan will
begin to run. If the heater does not
ignite within 15 seconds the spark will
stop and the ‘Temperature Level’ lamps
will flash. Turn off (See *page 7) and
repeat ignition operation.
This heater has an automatic ignition
system, when the main burner has lit,
the combustion indicator will glow, and
the spark will stop.
There may be a smell of burning dust
the first time the heater is lit or when
the heater has been out of operation for
a long time, this is normal. You may
need to repeat the ignition operation
the first time the heater is plugged in,
due to air in the hose.
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ignition Button
PUSH
4 ON OFF
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Temperature Level
0 0~~0 0 8 0 0
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ROOM TEMP SET TEMP
(Flashing) (Steady)
Combustion Indicator
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TEMPERATURETEMPERATURE CONTROLCONTROL
The thermostat automatically
modulates the burner and the fan to
maintain the room temperature which
you have selected.
To change the room temperature, simply
adjust the temperature control buttons
until the desired setting is indicated.
The heater will run on high for 1 to 2
minutes after ignition no matter where
the temperature control is set.
The temperature range from LO to HI
is about 12°C to 36°C. Temperature
control may be affected by the
positioning of the heater.
Temperature Control
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DOWN UP
CONTROL BUTTONS
ROOMROOM TEMPERATURETEMPERATURE
IjISPLAYIjISPLAY
Temperature is indicated by the L.E.D.
display on the control panel. The room
temperature is indicated by the flashing
L.E.D., and the set temperature by the
steady L.E.D. When the set temperature
is reached, the flashing L.E.D.
disappears and the temperature is
indicated by the steady L.E.D. You will
notice the, fan speed changing as the
heater modulates to match the room
temperature.
Temperature Level
0 o$go 0 8 0 0
/ 1
ROOM’ TEMP
(Flashing)
SET TEMP
(Steady)
TO TURN UNIT OFF
Depress ignition button again.
The switch will return to the off
position.
Disconnect hose after use.
Do not turn off by unplugging at the
power point. Convection fan continues
to run until heater is cool.
The convection fan may start again
after a few minutes to remove any
residual heat. ’
Ignition Button
PUSH
ON OFF
a 1
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ECONOMY BUTTON
To select ‘Economy Mode’, push the
‘Economy’ button, the green lamp will
glow.
30 min after the room temperature
reaches the preset temperature (set
with the thermostat), the ‘Economy
Mode’, if set, reduces the temperature
by l”C,after another 30 min it reduces
the temperature by a further 1°C) this
is an energy saving feature. When the
heater is running only on low, the
‘Economy Mode’ does not operate. It
does not operate if the heater is under
capacity for the room size.
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Economy
Economy Mode
Lamp
(3 Economy Button
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FILTER LAMP
If the filter lamp glows during
operation check both air filters for
dust. If there is dust present, clean
filters. See section on care of heater.
(page 10) Turn heater off before
cleaning filters.
Filter
Check Both Filters
The filter lamp is not a safety cut off,
so the heater will continue to run with
the lamp on. Left in this condition the
heater may overheat and shut off
automatically.
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SAFETY DEVICES
n Over Heat Switch
When the heater gets too hot during operation (for example when the filters
or air outlet louvres are blocked) this device turns the gas off automatically.
Remove cause of overheat (clean filters) allow heater to cool, then re-ignite.
W Fuse
The electrical circuits are protected by a fuse. When the fuse blows, the
heater will not operate at all. The fuse must be replaced by an authorised
person.
n Flame Failure Device
This device automatically cuts off the gas supply to the heater in the event
of a gas failure. To restore the gas supply to the heater, turn it off, then
follow the ignition procedure.
n Oxygen Depletion Safety Device
If the oxygen level in the room drops below a pre-set limit, this device cuts
the gas supply to the heater. If the oxygen depletion device operates, turn
the heater off, ventilate the room, then follow the ignition procedure to
re-light. Heater will not re-light until room is fully ventilated.
n Tilt Switch
If the heater is knocked over, the tilt switch will cut the gas supply. The
fan keeps running. To restore the gas supply, stand the heater upright, turn
it off then follow the ignition procedure. The tilt switch may also operate
if the heater is jolted or picked up whilst in operation.
n Power Failure
In the event of a power failure or power cut, the gas valves will automatically
close. After the power is re-instated the appliance must be operated
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CARE OF HEATER
n Your Convector 417 needs very little maintenance, but the following
information will help you to keep it looking good, and working efficiently.
Unplug before cleaning.
All parts of the heater can be cleaned using a soft, damp cloth.
Do not use solvents to clean any parts.
Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity of this heater whilst in operation.
Do not place articles on or against this heater.
Do not store flammable materials near this heater.
AIR’ FILTERS
n Clean both air filters at least once a week.
Do not wait for filter warning lamp to come on before cleaning filters.
Dusty filters reduce the air flow through the heater as well as reducing the
heater’s effectiveness.
Do not use the heater with the filter warning 1
to overheat.
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\ FILTER-2
amp on, this may cause it
Clean both air filters with vacuum
cleaner at least once a week.
Small filter should be left in position
for cleaning.
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RINNAI GUARANTEE OF QUALITY
As a purchaser of a high quality Rinnai product, we provide you with the
following guarantee on your new Convector RCE-417.
We are pleased to advise that Rinnal products are now covered by a 2 year
guarantee : free parts and labour for the first year and parts only for the
second year.
-This guarantee is in addition to any guarantees which consumers may have
under the consumer guarantees act-
Should you have any queries regarding
this guarantee please contact your local Rinnal agent.
The installation must also comply with the instructions supplied by Rinnai.
The heater must be serviced, installed or removed by authorised person.
No parts or functions should be modified or permanently removed from the
heater.
Please Note: general cleaning, maintenance and wear and tear are not
necessarily covered by the guarantee. Calls of this nature may be chargeable.
Your Rinnai Convector 417 has been approved by the Australian Gas Association.
A.G.A. Approval Number : 4911
Please keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
Please record below:
Your Retailer:
NAME
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE
Date of Purchase:
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FAULT FINDING CHART
Please note: General cleaning, maintenance and wear and tear are not necessarily
covered under the guarantee. Calls of this nature may be chargeble.
REMEDY
NOT PLUGGED IN a 0 PLUG THE HEATER IN
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AIR IN THE HOSE a REPEAT IGNITION
PROCEDURE
WRONG GAS TYPE 0 SERVICE CALL
OPERATION INCORRECT 0 0 0 SEE THE CUSTOMERS
OPERATING INFORMATION
LOUVRE IS BLOCKED l a REMOVE OBSTRUCTION
DUST ON THE AIR CLEAN THE AIR FILTERS
FILTERS 0 0 0 (WEEKLY)
DUST INSIDE
THE HEATER a 0 SERVICE CALL
ROOM TOO LARGE l CHECK WITH RETAILER
GAS TURNED OFF AT 0 a TURN ON SUPPLY
METER AT METER
1SERVICE
Rinnai Australia has a service network in all states. Our service network
personnel are fully trained and equipped to give the best service on your Rinnai
heater. If this heater requires service, please ring one of the service contact
numbers shown on the back of this booklet.
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. Specification
Dimensions Dimensions in mm
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SPECIFICATIONS
Description: Convector 417 (RCE-417)
Type: Forced convection unflued space heater.
Input: N.G. - 17 MJ/h Propane - 17 MJ/h
Gas Control: Integrated electronic.
Burner: Rinnai Ceramic plate burner.
Test Point Pressure: N.G. - 0.86kPa Propane - 17 MJ/h 2.07kPa
Gas Inlet: Supplied with hose and plug. (N.G.only)
Ignition: .Electronic.
Power Supply: 230V 5OHz,unit is fitted with a supply lead and 3 pin
plug, replace only with Rinnal part numbar 2112
Injectors & Gas Type: Please see data plate.
Dimensions: Width 560 mm, Height 450 mm, Depth 155 mm.
You can rely on
Rinnai
SERVICE CONTACT POINT
RINNAI NEW ZEALAND LTD.
691 MT. ALBERT RD, ROYAL OAK,
AUCKLAND
P.O.BOX 24-068, ROYAL OAK, AUCKLAND
PHONE:[phone]
FAX:[phone]
I<innai arc continuously updating and improving products. therefore specifications are subject to alterations without notice.
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