Rinnai Evolve 952 User manual

Evolve 952 / 1253
Installation guide
Models: RHFE952ETRN RHFE952ETRL
RHFE1253ETRN RHFE1253ETRL

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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
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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: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Web: rinnai.co.nz
youtube.com/rinnainz
facebook.com/rinnainz
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
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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
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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
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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.
12
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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Specication
Specication 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
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Heating area m2** 65-129 78-134
Gas type NG or ULPG
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** Will vary depending on geographical location in NZ
Suitability
Ideal for living rooms and open plan areas.
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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,
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set temperature has been reached.
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possible. If the unit is installed higher up the
wall the movement of air from the convection
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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
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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
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* Temp. sensor is located in the bottom of the remote
Weights
• Evolve 952: 75 kg
• Evolve 1253: 100 kg
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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
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Failure to do so may cause damage to the control valve causing it to malfunction.
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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integrated zero clearance box that isolates the appliance from combustible materials. This means
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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’
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level base, as detailed in
these instructions, will not be
covered by warranty.
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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
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side clearance includes side walls. The
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Floor protection
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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
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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
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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:
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300 mm 500 mm
350 mm 600 mm
400 mm 700 mm
A
B
C
400
400
1000
400