Rinnai Evolve 952 User manual
Evolve 952 / 1253
Installation guide
Models: RHFE952ETRN RHFE952ETRL
RHFE1253ETRN RHFE1253ETRL
system.
This appliance shall be installed in accordance with:
- Manufacturer’s installation instructions
Current:
- AS/NZS 5601 Gas Installations
- AS/NZS 5263 Gas Appliances General Requirements
- AS/NZS 3000 Electrical Standards
- AS/NZS 3500 Plumbing and Drainage Standards
For use with Natural Gas or Universal LPG as indicated on
the appliance.
Appliance must be installed, commissioned and serviced
by an authorised person, being in New Zealand a licensed
Warning
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury or
loss of life.
For more information about buying, using, and servicing of
Rinnai appliances call: 0800 RINNAI (0800 746 624).
Rinnai New Zealand Limited
105 Pavilion Drive, Mangere, Auckland
PO Box 53177, Auckland Airport, Auckland 2150
Phone: (09) 257 3800
Email: [email protected]
Web: rinnai.co.nz
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Important
Before you start ....................................................4
.........................................................5
Dimensions...........................................................6
Gas supply............................................................7
Electrical supply....................................................7
Wall penetration....................................................8
Framing dimensions .............................................9
Clearances from combustibles .............................10
TV installation.......................................................12
Flueing options .....................................................13
Evolve installation overview..................................14
........................................15
Install heater into enclosure..................................16
Removing and replacing the glass panel .............17
Install burn media - log set ...................................18
Adding the granules..............................................20
Install burn media - stones ...................................21
Commissioning.....................................................24
Check the Wi-Fi connection..................................24
Install the inner and outer frame...........................25
Test operation and lighting sequence...................26
Installation checklist and customer handover.......26
Wiring diagram .....................................................27
Contents
When completing the installation it is ideal to have the homeowner present to test the Wi-Fi
Installer please note
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Before you start
Unpack the appliance and components and check for damage. DO NOT install any damaged
items. Check all components have been supplied and that you have the correct gas type.
Read these instructions to get an overview of the steps required before starting the installation.
Failure to follow these instructions could cause a malfunction of the appliance. This could result in
serious injury and/or property damage.
Flue installation guide
Carton contents
The components for the Evolve are supplied in three separate cartons (four if a mesh guard is
purchased). Ensure all the components are supplied before starting the installation.
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3
5
8
7
6
4
1. Evolve engine
2. Remote control with batteries
3. Screw pack
4. Cable tie
5. Frame mounting screws
6. Operation & installation guides
7. Two granule packs (both models) +
one bag of wire wool (not shown)
8. Gas connections
• Inner frame
• Outer frame
Log set OR river stone set.
Images shown are for the 952 model, The
Evolve 1253 log set has an extra two logs
(10 in total), and the stone set contains
an extra 10 stones (40 in total).
• Mesh guard (optional accessory),
packaged in a separate carton
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Specication
Specication summary
952 1253
Input LPG MJ/h 10-32 17-32
Input NG MJ/h 10-34 17-34
Output MJ/h* 2.4-8.1 4.0-8.4
86 88
Heating area m2** 65-129 78-134
Gas type NG or ULPG
** Will vary depending on geographical location in NZ
Suitability
Ideal for living rooms and open plan areas.
installation in almost any living space, including
bedrooms.
The Evolve is ideal for a new build installation
into a false (mock) chimney.
Installation considerations
Room size—smaller rooms will heat up quickly,
set temperature has been reached.
possible. If the unit is installed higher up the
wall the movement of air from the convection
could create draughts.
Burn media
Choice of river stones or silky oak log set.
Convection fan
3-speed fan. Heat is distributed from the top of
the appliance.
Data plate
Located inside the appliance, upper right hand
side.
Gas connection
½ “ BSP, the gas supply terminates inside the
heater—lower left hand side of the appliance.
Ignition
Continuous spark electronic ignition.
Injector sizes (mm)
952 1253
NG front 2.1 2.8
rear 1.9 N/A
ULPG front 1.3 1.8
rear 1.1 N/A
Noise level - 37-45 dB(A)
Power ue
Inner 50 mm, outer 70~80 mm. Appliance must
Power consumption/electrical supply
High = 90 W
Standby = <8 W
This heater has a 1.5 m power cord with a
three pin plug supplied. The power cord passes
through a slot in the back left hand corner of
the appliance.
Safety devices
Flame failure sensing system, pressure relief,
overheat safety switch, air temperature sensor,
thermal fuse, overcurrent fuse, and spark
detector.
Temperature control
Operated by using the basic infra-red remote*,
or for more features, such as timers and
thermostatic control, using Rinnai’s Wi-Fi
* Temp. sensor is located in the bottom of the remote
Weights
• Evolve 952: 75 kg
• Evolve 1253: 100 kg
burn media options are available.
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Dimensions (mm)
1020
620
162
960
25 560
57010
65
500
430 420
Glass dimensions
700 x 305
Evolve 952
Evolve 1253
1255
1320 560 580 57525
620
162
570
10
500 ± 25
65
Glass dimensions: 1000 x 305
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Gas supply
Gas pipe sizing must consider the gas input to this appliance, as well as other gas appliances in
the premises. The gas supply termination is inside the heater, and enters from the lower left hand
side of the appliance.
Purging the gas supply
Failure to do so may cause damage to the control valve causing it to malfunction.
manufacturer.
Electrical supply
The Evolve has a 1.5 m power cord with a three pin
plug supplied. The power cord passes through a slot in
the back left hand corner of the appliance.
Rinnai recommend the unit be plugged into a
230 V, 10 A earthed power point. The power point
must not be above the heater. Alternatively the
appliance can be direct wired if the power supply is to
wiring is required as it must comply with AS/NZS
5601.1 and AS/NZS 3000 and other relevant local
regulations.
Front of the Evolve
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Evolve 952
Wall penetration
Direct ue wall penetration requirements
locations. Consideration must be given to the position of any studs, noggins or other components
of the wall structure on both sides of the wall. Mark these measurements accurately as this is
critical to a successful installation.
For weatherboard walls, drill through the centre of the weatherboard from the outside, then drill
from the inside through the plaster board.
Ø 80~100
Gas supply penetration
Flue pipe penetration
500 ± 25
430 (right)
Centreline of enclosure
420 (left)
65
Base of enclosure
Dimensions are in mm.
Evolve 1253
Ø 80~100
Gas supply penetration
Flue pipe penetration
500 ± 25
580 (right)
Centreline of enclosure
570 (left)
65
Base of enclosure
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support base that allows free movement of the appliance. The joists used to support the appliance
Wheels, located at the rear of the heater, allow the unit to slide in and out of the enclosure for
installation and maintenance.
D
W
H
Framing dimensions
Enclosure dimensions
952 1253
W-width 965-980 mm 1265-1280 mm
H-height 570-580 mm 570-580 mm
D-depth 570 mm min. 570 mm min.
integrated zero clearance box that isolates the appliance from combustible materials. This means
plaster.
Left
wheel
Right
wheel
850 mm (Evolve 952)
1030 mm (Evolve 1253)
Joist Joist
Plywood board, min. 18 mm
For the Evolve 1253 there is an
additional wheel in the center
Installer please note
Issues caused by ‘rattling’
level base, as detailed in
these instructions, will not be
covered by warranty.
enclosure.
NOTE
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Clearances from combustibles
The clearances listed below, measured from the edge of the glass, are minimum clearances unless
otherwise stated.
While the re is operating
The appliance must not be installed where
curtains or other combustible materials could
side clearance includes side walls. The
Floor protection
contains cooking vapours or cigarette smoke.
To avoid this occurring, it is recommended
that a mat be placed in front of the appliance.
Mantels and surrounds
Combustible mantels and surrounds require
clearance from the unit to minimise the
of combustible materials such as wood,
are allowed providing they are outside the
minimum clearances shown.
The Evolve is not designed to be built into
bookcases.
Hearths
A hearth is not necessary but can be used for
decorative purposes or protection of sensitive
AMantel needs to be a min. of 400 mm away from the
edge of the glass.
B Max. mantel depth at 400 mm (A) is 250 mm max.
CSurround needs to be a minimum of 400 mm away
from the edge of the glass.
For every 50 mm of added mantel depth there must be
an additional 100 mm of clearance from the edge of the
glass. For example:
300 mm 500 mm
350 mm 600 mm
400 mm 700 mm
A
B
C
400
400
1000
400
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The below diagrams are to assist people who are determining the clearance area around the
Evolve without having the unit on site.
Glass width
700400 400
460 400
Clearance Clearance
Minimum above fire
1500
Evolve 952
Glass width
1000400 400
460 400
Clearance Clearance
Minimum above fire
1800
Evolve 1253
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TV installation
The Evolve has a fan that distributes warm air from the top of the appliance out into the room. As
warm air is dispersed outwards and not directly upwards, installation of a TV may be an option.
The diagram shows
recommended clearances
when installing a TV directly
above the Evolve, or into a
recess. All dimensions are in
millimetres.
400 mm dimension
The 400 mm dimension is the
minimum clearance required
to to a mantel. The image
adjacent shows the dimension
from the edge of the frame, in
the case of the Evolve the
400 mm dimension can be
taken from the edge of the
glass.
For a TV mounted directly
above the unit, the mantel
must be at least the depth of
Always check with the TV
manufacturer
It is up to the owner to check
the TV installation with the TV
manufacturer—some have
warranty conditions that state
a TV is not to be installed
Rinnai does not accept any
responsibility for damage to a
TV resulting from the use of
this information.
At least the
depth of the TV
400 mm
minimum
400 mm
minimum
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Flueing options
One 90° bend is 1 m. For every 90° bend the overall length must be reduced by
1 m. For example, if an installation has three 90° bends, the maximum length
can be 5.5 m. The adaption flue (EVOKIT03) is counted as one 90° bend.
A: Direct
- Flue pipe (ESPIPE900)*
- Roof cowl (ESROOFCOWL)
B: Oset
- Flue pipe (ESPIPE900)*
- 45 ° bends (ESBEND)
- Roof cowl (ESROOFCOWL)
C: Horizontal termination
- Flue pipe (ESPIPE900)*
- 45 ° bends (ESBEND)
- Wall terminal (ESWTERM)
Direct
Direct extended
- Flue pipe (ESPIPE900)*
Direct and direct extended ueing
385 mm thick. Flue can be extended if the wall thickness
additional lengths of ESPIPE900.
Sideways ueing
right hand side of an internal wall behind the unit. When
is free from obstructions such as studs, noggins, wiring,
joists etc.
- Flue pipe (ESPIPE900)*
- Wall terminal (ESWTERM)
Down-and-out ueing
outside (must be 300 mm above ground).
- Flue pipe (ESPIPE900)*
- 45 ° bends (ESBEND)
- Wall terminal (ESWTERM)
Through-wall vertical ueing
For the small number of instances where the appliance
the outside.
- 45 ° bends (ESBEND)
- Flue pipe (ESPIPE900)*
- Condensate trap (ESCONDK)
- Roof cowl (ESROOFCOWL)
C
A
B
In-wall vertical ueing
and is run vertically upwards to a vertical or horizontal
termination point.
Important
installations are considered before all other options.
* Installer to advise quantity required
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Evolve installation overview
1. Construct a frame as per
enclosure dimensions on p.9.
2. Line wall—could also plaster
at this stage.
3. Complete the gas connection,
refer p.7. Electrical supply can
also be completed at this point.
4 5. Install the unit into the
enclosure1, screw to frame, and
complete the gas, air hose, and
6. Install the burn media, refer
p.18-23.
7. Commission the unit and
check the Wi-Fi connection, p.24.
8. Install the outer frame, mesh
guard (if purchased), and inner
frame, p.25.
9. Test operation and lighting
sequence, p.26.
10. Complete the installation
checklist in the operation
guide and complete customer
handover.
1Two hand-holds, either side of the unit, have been added to help move and
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Connect ue system
below.
Removing the pipe clamp, extension tube and exhaust pipe
Before installing the heater into the enclosure the pipe clamp, telescopic extension tube, and
1. Undo the pipe clamp and remove the telescopic extension tube from the exhaust pipe.
2.
3.
heater is in place. Ensure the air intake hose of the heater is properly secured to the air connection
air intake connection.
Flue slide stopper
Flue transition (ASPDFK, EVOKIT03)
except the elbow section of the EVOKIT03, are designed for zero clearance and can be placed
hard against timber or plasterboard.
Flue transition outlet
Unused air
intake
Air intake
Wall terminal
ASPDFK
ASPKIT03/EVOKIT03
Elbow component
is counted as a 90°
bend
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Install heater into enclosure
1.
telescopic extension tube into the access openings and through the appliance. Ensure that the
air hose is not in a position where it could get caught or crushed by the unit.
2.
secure together with the pipe clamp.
3.
4.
—refer
images below.
Please note: The unit is supplied with the heater condensate already connected.
Flue locking clamp
Telescopic extension tube
Flue exhaust
Flange screw position—11 in total Flue condensate pipe connection
The engine comes with the heater condensate already connected.
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Removing and replacing the glass panel
Before the burn media can be installed into the combustion chamber, the glass panel needs to be
removed. Remove the four retaining screws—two at the top and two at the bottom. When replacing
the panel will bow and the spring release mechanism won’t work properly.
The glass panel needs to be replaced after installing the burn media and before commissioning.
Front panel of the Evolve showing the four screw positions for removing and
replacing the glass panel
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Install burn media - log set
It is important to place the pieces in the correct position. Incorrect placement can create carbon
covered by warranty. The unit must never be used with broken logs or other burn media (except
2
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5
67
8
1
The glass retainer will need to be removed before installing the log set and
granules. Use extreme care when handling the log pieces, they are made from a
fragile material and will damage easily.
Use these instructions in conjunction with the burn media guide sheet,
which is attached to the engine. Experience has shown that the majority of
performance problems have been caused by the burn media being installed
incorrectly.
IMPORTANT
Evolve 952 Evolve 1253
Evolve 952 burner bed
Evolve 1253 burner bed
- locating pin - locating bracket
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345
678
910
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7. Front large middle log
Place onto the locating pin of log four and slot onto the
right front locating bracket.
8. Top upper right large log
Place onto the locating pin of log seven and swivel
OVER log 4. The end rests into the burner slot.
5. Front middle small log
Refer fully assembled image for reference. Place onto
the middle locating pin and central front locator bracket.
6. Front large left log
the left front locating bracket.
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6
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3. Front left small log
Refer fully assembled image for reference. Place onto
the middle left locating pin and left front locator bracket.
4. Front right small log
Refer fully assembled image for reference. Place onto
the middle right locating pin and right front locator
bracket.
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1. Back left log
Align bottom locating holes with the locating pins at the
back of the burner—the log will sit up against the back
of the combustion chamber.
2. Back right log
Align bottom locating holes with the locating pins at the
back of the burner—the log will sit up against the back
of the combustion chamber, and there will be a gap
between the back two logs.
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eight and the addition of logs 9 and 10—the Evolve 1253 has an extra two logs.
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9. Far LHS small log (1253 model only)
Fit the far small left hand log onto the two locator
brackets.
10. Far RHS small log (1253 model only)
Fit the far small right hand log onto the two locator
brackets.
The granules as well as being added to create
assist in soot prevention and are CRITICAL to
the performance of the heater. Never pour the
granules directly from the pack as dust particles
from the plastic bag may block the ports.
or the pilot (areas highlighted in the image below)
as this will cause a blockage and the unit will not
start.
Place the granules evenly (do not stack) around the logs in the front part of the burner and on the
middle section of the burner (in the gaps between the logs)—refer fully assembled image.
Adding the granules
910
Take the wire wool out and tease into thin strands. There is
nothing to be gained by having a thick rope of wire wool. Most
installations will use less than a third of the supplied wool. The
remainder of the wool can be left with the customer or can be
doesn’t like it, it doesn’t have to be installed.
Adding the wire wool
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