Rinnai Infinity 26 User manual

Gas Continuous Flow Water Heater

Operation & Installation Manual

Models:

Inﬁnity 26 Touch (REU-AM2626WDL)

Inﬁnity 26 (REU-AM2626WD)

Inﬁnity 20 (REU-AM2024WD)

Inﬁnity 16 (REU-AM1620WD)

Inﬁnity 12 (REU-AM1220WD)

Inﬁnity Enviro 26 (REU-E2626W)

Inﬁnity Enviro 16 (REU-E1620W)

B26 (REU-A2626WB)

B20 (REU-A2024WB)

B16 (REU-A1620WB)

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Congratulations on the purchase of your Rinnai Gas Continuous Flow Water Heater. We trust you will have many

years of comfort and enjoyment from your appliance.

IMPORTANT

BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

Before proceeding with the operation or installation read this manual thoroughly and gain a full

understanding of the appliance, to ensure safe and correct use.

This appliance must be installed in accordance with:

• Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions

• Current AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 3500 & AS/NZS 5601

• Local Regulations and Municipal Building Codes

including local OH&S requirements

This appliance must be installed, maintained and removed

by an Authorised Person.

For continued safety of this appliance it must be installed

and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions.

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OPERATION TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warnings & Important Information 4

Before Using This Appliance .............................................................................................................................................. 4

Regulatory Information ....................................................................................................................................................... 4

Notice to Victorian Consumers �� 4

Warning About Hot Water ................................................................................................................................................... 4

OperationalSafetyInformation �� 5

Features & Benets ............................................................................................................................................................. 7

Water Temperature Control 8

Maximum Delivery Temperatures ....................................................................................................................................... 8

Operation Without Water Controllers ................................................................................................................................ 8

Rinnai Water Controllers ..................................................................................................................................................... 8

Location �� 8

Water Resistance �� 8

TemperatureControl �� 9

WaterControllerCongurations�� 9

Universal Water Controller (MC-601Q) Operation ......................................................................................................... 10

TurningOn �� 10

AdjustingTemperature �� 10

TransferringPriority�� 10

WaterControllerCombinations&Congurations�� 10

Smartstart Pre-Heat System ..............................................................................................................................................11

PreheatFunction��11

PreheatOperation��11

WaterControllerFunctions��11

Trouble Shooting 12

Error Codes ........................................................................................................................................................................ 12

NopowerdisplayWirelessWaterController(whentted)�� 13

TroubleshootingWithoutWaterControllers �� 13

Service ................................................................................................................................................................................ 13

Installation Table of Contents 16

Contacts 36

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WARNING

BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

Before proceeding with the operation or installation read this manual thoroughly and gain a full

understanding of the appliance, to ensure safe and correct use.

Always comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous situations and to ensure

optimum performance.

Failure to carefully read and follow all instructions in this manual can result in equipment

malfunction, property damage, personal injury and/or death.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in

personal injury or death.

WARNINGS: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in

personal injury or death.

CAUTIONS: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in

minor or moderate injury or damage to the appliance. It may also be used to alert against unsafe

practices.

WARNING

REGULATORY INFORMATION

Your Rinnai gas continuous ow water heater has been certied by the Australian Gas Association.

The A.G.A. Certication Number is shown on the data plate.

This Appliance must be installed correctly by an appropriately licensed tradesperson. The

installation of gas, water, and electricity must conform to local regulations.

The installation of gas, water, and electricity must conform to local regulations, including local

OH&S requirements. The installation must also comply with the instructions supplied by Rinnai.

Please keep this instruction booklet in a safe place for future reference.

All dimensions referred to in these instructions are in millimetres, unless otherwise specied.

Notice to Victorian Consumers

This appliance must be installed by a person licensed with the Victorian Building Authority. Only

a licensed person will have insurance protecting their workmanship. So make sure you use a

licensed person to install this appliance and ask for your Compliance Certicate.

For further information contact the Victorian Building Authority on 1300 815 127.

WARNING

WARNING ABOUT HOT WATER

Hot water can cause scalding. Those most

at risk are children and disabled, elderly and

inrm persons. (65°C water can severely

burn a child in half a second).

Rinnai have water heater models which

limit the delivery temperature to 50°C which

signicantly reduces the scald hazard.

Temperature limiting devices may also be

able to be tted. Contact Rinnai for further

information.

ALWAYS test the water temperature before

use, such as when lling a bath or basin or

entering a shower, to ensure it is suitable

for the application and will not cause scald

injury.

ALWAYS supervise children whenever

they are in the bathroom or near other

sources of hot water. Ensure any hot water

taps are closed rmly after use.

WARNINGS & IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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Operational Safety Information

IMPORTANT

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,

sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given

supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their

safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

To clean your water controller(s) use a soft damp cloth

with a mild detergent.

DO NOT use solvents!

Whilst hot water outlets are open the set temperature

may be lowered. However they cannot then be raised

above 43°C. In addition transfer of 'priority' between

controllers is not possible. These are safety features.

Depending on the weather conditions and the length

of the pipe between the hot water unit and the

outlet in use, there may be a variation between the

temperatures displayed at the water controller(s) and

the temperature of the water at the outlet.

There is no need to turn the water controller(s) o󰀨

after use. However, if you prefer to turn the water

controller(s) o󰀨, your selected temperatures to a

maximum of 50°C will be stored in the system memory

at all times whilst mains power remains connected.

As a safety precaution, if a Kitchen Water Controller's

temperature is set above 50°C, transferring and then

returning 'priority' to the Kitchen Water Controller will

result in a set temperature of 50°C being selected.

When 'priority' is returned to Water Controllers other

than the Kitchen the temperature will be 42°C.

DO NOT push the On/O󰀨 button on any Water

Controller when the water heater ‘In Use’ indicator is

illuminated as this will turn o󰀨 the water heater causing

the water to go cold. Someone maybe in the middle of

having a shower or lling a bath.

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IMPORTANT

The range of Rinnai gas continuous ow water heaters referred to in this manual are incompatible

with solar water heating systems. A dedicated range of solar compatible continuous ow water

heaters is available from Rinnai.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or

similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Always check water temperature carefully before use.

Refer to the "WARNING ABOUT HOT WATER" on

page 4 for important safety information.

At low water ows, the hot water unit may extinguish

without warning. Opening the tap further will restart

the heating appliance.

DO NOT touch the unit cover or the ue outlet.

DO NOT insert objects into the ue outlet.

DO NOT spray water directly into the ue outlet.

Keep, trees, shrubs, etc. well clear of the ue outlet.

On colder days steam may discharged from the ue

outlet. This condition is normal for high e󰀩ciency

appliances and does not indicate a fault.

DO NOT Spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance

while it is in operation.

DO NOT use or store ammable materials in or near

this appliance.

DO NOT place articles on or against this appliance.

DO NOT modify this appliance.

DO NOT store pool chemicals near this appliance.

If freezing conditions are expected, turn o󰀨 water and

gas, and drain all water from the appliance. If power

and the automatic frost protection are connected,

freezing will be prevented. (Anti-frost protection is

tted as standard equipment on all hot water units).

The delivered water temperature is controlled

automatically. The ow may vary depending on the

delivery temperature selected and the ambient water

temperature.

OFF!

HOT!

43°C 55°C

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FEATURES & BENEFITS

Congratulations on purchasing the latest technology temperature controlled Rinnai gas continuous ow water

heater.

• The Rinnai gas continuous ow water heater products NEVER RUN OUT of hot water. Whilst electricity,

water and gas supplies are connected, hot water is available whenever hot water taps are open.

• Built into the main micro-processor is the facility to LIMIT THE MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE of the hot water

supplied. The water temperature may be limited to various values. This is particularly useful when the hot

water unit is installed where young children or the inrm may be using the hot water.

• The Rinnai gas continuous ow water heater products are Fan-Assisted (power ued) appliances. This

makes them COMPACT, saving both oor and wall space.

• The temperature of hot water is CONSTANTLY MONITORED by a BUILT-IN SENSOR. If the temperature

of the hot water rises to more than 3°C above the selected temperature the burner is turned OFF and only

turned ON again when the temperature falls below the selected temperature.

• The burner lights automatically when the hot water tap is opened, and goes out when the tap is closed.

IGNITION IS ELECTRONIC, so there is no pilot light. When the hot water tap is o󰀨, no gas is used.

• 'Deluxe' or 'Universal' Water Controllers are available as an optional extra. Depending on the models chosen,

these o󰀨er the following features:

- Bath ll function (Deluxe Bathroom Control Only).

- Voice Prompting (Deluxe Control Only).

- Clock (Deluxe Control Only).

- Up to four water controllers can be tted. See page 9 for details.

For further information regarding Wireless and Deluxe water controllers please contact Rinnai or visit

www.rinnai.com.au.

• The "Smartstart®" system when tted can pre-heat the water in the pipe-work between the water heater and

the hot water outlets. This results in water savings and reduces waiting time for heated water at the outlets.

• Operating NOISE LEVEL IS VERY LOW.

• ERROR MESSAGES ARE DISPLAYED on the Water Controllers and Status Monitor*, assisting with

service. *All models in the range covered by this manual have a “Status Monitor”, except Innity Enviro 16,

Innity Enviro 26, B16,B20 & B26.

• The Innity 26 Touch (REU-AM2626WDL) water heater model is supplied with one "MC-503" wireless

water controller kit that includes a transceiver and a wireless water controller, that is pre-programmed as a

master controller. Additional "MC-503" wireless water controllers are available as an optional extra. Please

refer the separate wireless operation manual for instructions on how to use the supplied wireless water

controller.

WARNINGS & IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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MAXIMUM DELIVERY TEMPERATURES

Rinnai gas continuous ow water heaters are factory pre-set to various maximum delivery temperatures depending

on model and their intended application. For the majority of applications, the factory pre-set temperature is

appropriate. In the unlikely event this is not the case this setting can be increased or decreased by an authorised

person such as a licensed plumber.

NOTE

This does not apply to “50 degree compliant” models. To meet the regulatory requirements the

maximum delivery temperature is factory set and sealed.

For model specic information in regards to the factory pre-set temperature of your appliance

refer to "Table 3. Maximum Delivery Temperatures" on page 34. The appliance model number

can be found on the dataplate, which is located on the left hand side of appliance.

OPERATION WITHOUT WATER CONTROLLERS

Rinnai gas continuous ow water heater products do not use a pilot light. When installed and operated without

water controllers, the opening of any hot water tap will automatically start the appliance. Once water is owing

through the appliance the burner will be ignited by electronic ignition and water will be delivered at the maximum

temperature that the unit is capable of delivering. As with conventional water heaters cold water will need to added

to reduce the temperature to the desired level. When the hot water tap is closed and water ceases to ow through

the appliance, the burner ame will be extinguished.

Rinnai WATER CONTROLLERS

NOTE

Other manufacturers water controllers are NOT compatible with Rinnai water heaters. Rinnai

water controllers brought in from other countries are also NOT compatible with Rinnai appliances

sold in Australia.

Water controllers MUST NOT be used with any Solar Boost water heater.

Water controllers are available as an optional extra. Wireless, Universal and Deluxe water controllers can be

used together and will function as described in the Operation Sections of this manual. Refer to "Water Controller

Congurations" on page 9 to conrm the maximum number and combination of water controllers that can be

tted to your water heater model.

Location

Water controllers must be installed in shaded and clean locations. They should be tted out of reach of children

(suggested height from oor to be at least 1500 mm).

Water Resistance

The MC-601Q universal water controller is a water resistant device, however excessive exposure to water such as

immersion may result in damage to the water controller. Durability of water controllers is improved when positioned

outside of the shower recess.

NOTE

Controllers MUST BE installed at least 400 mm above the highest part of a sink, basin or bath.

DO NOT immerse the water controller into water.

AVOID direct exposure to water or steam as these conditions may cause a malfunction.

ALWAYS AVOID exposure to water when the battery compartment is open.

When cleaning your water controller use ONLY a damp cloth and a mild detergent.

WATER TEMPERATURE CONTROL

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Temperature Control

Water controllers allow precise temperature control by the user. When used correctly, the hot water unit will deliver

the selected temperature, even when the water ow is varied, or more than one tap is in use.

Only one MC model water controller can be designated as a ‘Master’ water controller and this is normally used

in the kitchen. All the remaining water controllers are designated as ‘Sub’ water controllers and are for use in

bathrooms, toilets and laundries. The maximum temperature limit for all ‘Sub’ water controllers is restricted to 50°C

to minimise the risk of burns in these areas.

Any water controller that currently has priority is capable of setting the water temperature to be delivered, however

the water heater can only assign 'priority' to one controller at a time and deliver the one set temperature. The

available temperatures (°C) are as follows:

Water Controller

Temperatures (°C)**

Master (MC) 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 48, 50, 55*, 60*, 65*

Sub (MC or BC) 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 48, 50

NOTE

Whilst hot water outlets are open ONLY the control used to set to delivery may be used to further

adjust it. Transfer of 'priority' between controllers is NOT possible until all hot water taps have

been closed. These are safety features.

For hygiene in sanitary areas such as bathrooms, the suggested temperature should be 37°C ~ 43°C.

The above is a suggestion only, as you may nd higher or lower temperatures more comfortable, however

maintaining lower temperatures also helps to save energy.

To obtain water temperatures lower than 37°C, simply open the cold water tap and add cold water until the desired

lower temperature is reached.

NOTE

The temperature of outgoing hot water is constantly monitored by a built-in sensor. If the

temperature of the outgoing hot water rises to more than 3°C above the selected temperature

shown on the digital monitor or the pre-set limit when water controllers are not tted, the burner

will automatically go out. The ‘in use’ indicator will also go out. The burner will ignite again

once the outgoing hot water temperature falls to that shown on the digital monitor (or the pre-set

limit of the appliance)

* Temperature may not be available on all installations. Some Rinnai gas continuous ow water

heaters can be programmed to deliver higher temperatures from the master water controller, or

may be programmed to restrict the maximum available delivery temperature. Contact Rinnai for

more details.

** Temperature limiting devices (where tted) may further control what maximum delivery

temperature is available to outlets.

Universal and Wireless and water controllers allow temperature selection only. Deluxe water controllers allow

temperature selection, have a clock function and the Deluxe Bathroom water controller has a shower saver / bath

ll function is also available, contact Rinnai for further information regarding Wireless and Deluxe water controllers

or visit www.rinnai.com.au.

Water Controller Congurations

Deluxe kitchen, bathroom and wireless water controllers are also available and various combinations of universal

and the deluxe and wireless water controllers can be used with the following limitations:

• A maximum of FOUR water controllers can be tted.

• Only ONE master controller can be installed. This can be a deluxe kitchen (MC-100V), or any other MC

model water controller (when programmed to be a 'Master' controller).

IMPORTANT

When a deluxe kitchen (MC-100V) water controller is tted it will always function as a 'Master'

controller, this is the default setting and can NOT be changed.

• A up to a maximum of TWO BC-100V water controllers can be installed.

• The FOURTH water controller in any installation MUST BE a MC-601Q or a MC-503RC-S.

To nd out more about the full range of Rinnai water controller models, contact Rinnai or visit: www.rinnai.com.au.

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UNIVERSAL WATER CONTROLLER (MC-601Q) OPERATION

Turning On

If the water controller is switched o󰀨 (No digits displayed in the digital monitor window)

press the On/O󰀨 button once. The ON indicator will illuminate, indicating that the hot

water unit will be ready to supply hot water once a hot water tap is opened.

Adjusting Temperature

Select the desired temperature using the Hot water temp or buttons until the

required temperature is displayed on the digital monitor.

To operate the hot water unit, open any hot water tap. This will automatically light the

burner providing hot water. The water heater ‘In Use’ indicator will illuminate on the

water controller(s).

Once the hot water is running, if the set temperature is either too hot or cold press the

Hot water temp or buttons until the desired temperature is reached.

NOTE

Whilst hot water outlets are open, the set temperature may be lowered to a minimum of 37°C. For

safety, it cannot then be raised above 43°C until all hot water taps are closed.

If the water heater is turned ‘O󰀨’ whilst hot water taps are open it can not be turned back ‘On’ until

all hot water taps have been closed.

Temperatures higher than 50ºC MUST NOT be able to be selected on controllers installed in

bathrooms, ensuites or toilets. This is to help reduce the risk of burns from hot water. If this is not

the case, the controllers have been incorrectly installed. CONTACT YOUR INSTALLER.

The 'beep' sound can be muted by pressing the and buttons simultaneously for more than

3 seconds. To cancel sound muting, simply repeat the process.

CAUTION

Always check outlet water temperature before use. The parent / carer MUST check the temperature

before placing dependants in contact with hot water, see "Warning About Hot Water" on page 4.

Transferring Priority

To control the water delivery temperatures when using two or more water controllers it is

necessary to have priority transferred to the water controller you wish to use. Transferring

of priority will NOT be possible if the ‘In Use’ indicator is currently illuminated, as this

indicates hot water is owing and that another water controller already has priority.

An illuminated Priority indicator conrms that the desired water controller is in control

of the water delivery temperature. If the Priority indicator is not illuminated press the

Priority Transfer button once. The Priority indicator will illuminate, indicating that hot

water temperature control has been transferred and that the hot water unit will be ready

to supply hot water once a hot water tap is opened.

Water Controller Combinations & Congurations

Wireless, Universal and Deluxe water controllers can be combined, Refer to "Water Controller Congurations" on

page 9 to conrm the maximum number and combination of controllers that can be tted.

Indicates the temperature selected.

Error messages flash in event of a fault.

DIGITAL MONITOR

Used to select water temperature.

TEMPERATURE CONTROL BUTTONS

Indicates that the hot water heater is on.

WATER HEATER ON INDICATOR

Used to switch the water heater on and off.

ON/OFF BUTTON

Indicates that the Smartstart preheater (when fitted) is

activated.

PREHEAT INDICATOR

Used to start and stop the Smartstart preheat unit (when

fitted), See Smartstart Operation on page 11.

PREHEAT BUTTON

Indicates if this water controller is in control of water

delivery temperature.

CONTROLLER PRIORITY INDICATOR

Used to transfer control priority between water

controllers. The water controller with priority has

command of the hot water delivery temperature.

PRIORITY TRANSFER BUTTON

Indicates that a water heater is delivering hot water.

WATER HEATER 'IN USE' INDICATOR

HOTHOT

COLDCOLD

ON!ON!

WATER TEMPERATURE CONTROL

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SMARTSTART PRE-HEAT SYSTEM

The “Preheat” function works in conjunction with various Rinnai water heater models when the separately installed

and optional Rinnai “Smartstart®” module is installed.

2

7

1

8

5

3

6

4

9

1

Preheat Button

Used to start and stop Smartstart preheater

2

Preheat Indicator

Indicates that Smartstart preheater is activated*

3

Digital Monitor

4

On/O󰀨 Button

5

Controller Priority Indicator

6

Temperature Control Buttons

7

Water Heater "In Use" Indicator

8

Priority Transfer Button

9

Water Heater On Indicator

Preheat Function

When the "Preheat" function is activated and used in accordance with these instructions, water in the pipework

connected between the water heater and the hot water outlets in your house is warmed before any outlets are

opened. This results in water savings and added convenience.

Preheat Operation

1. Ensure that the hot water unit is on (temperature digits are displayed in the digital monitor

3

). If more than

one water controller is tted press the "Priority Transfer" button

8

to pass on priority to your desired water

controller. The "Controller Priority" indicator

5

will illuminate to conrm that priority has been assigned to this

water controller and that the hot water unit is ready to deliver hot water.

2. Select the desired temperature using the "Temperature Control" buttons

6

until the required temperature is

displayed in the digital monitor

3

.

3. Press the "Preheat" button

1

once. The "Preheat" indicator

2

and the "In Use" indicator

7

will illuminate,

signifying that the preheat system has been activated.

4. Wait for the "In Use" indicator

7

to go out (this may take 2 to 5 minutes). When this happens it signies that

the water in the pipework has now been pre-warmed and is ready for delivery, and that a hot water tap can

now be opened.

NOTE

The waiting time may be longer or shorter depending on your particular installation conguration.

For best results always wait for the "In Use" indicator

7

to go out before opening a hot water tap.

The preheat function is cancelled 5 minutes after activation and the "Preheat" indicator

2

will go

out. This is to conserve energy. To reactivate, simply repeat steps 2-4 above.

If the "Preheat" button

1

is pressed and the 'Smartstart' preheat unit is not installed, the "Preheat"

indicator

2

will still light however there will be no preheat function. The "Preheat" indicator

2

will go out after a short time and will not a󰀨ect the other functions of the water controller or water

heater.

When deluxe Bathroom water controllers are tted, after using the Shower Saver / Bath Fill

function wait 30 seconds before activating the 'Preheat' function. Attempting to use the 'Preheat'

function earlier will result in voice prompts being repeated until the system is reset. The system

can be reset by pressing the "On /O󰀨" button twice.

Water Controller Functions

Water controller functions such as temperature control and transfer of priority between multiple controllers are not

a󰀨ected by the operation of the preheat. Such functions are described in the applicable sections of this manual.

WATER TEMPERATURE CONTROL

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ERROR CODES

Your Rinnai gas continuous ow water heaters has a self diagnostic capability. If a fault occurs, an Error Code will

ash on the digital monitor of your water controllers or on the status monitor * on the front cover of the water heater.

This assists with diagnosing the fault, and may enable you to overcome a problem without a service call. Please

quote the code displayed when enquiring about service.

*Models: Innity Enviro 16, Innity Enviro 26, B16, B20 & B26 do not have a “Status Monitor”.

Code

Description Remedy

-Noticeable reduction in water ow. Inlet water lter needs to be cleaned - Service call.

03

Power interruption during Bath ll (Water will

not ow on power reinstatement) Turn o󰀨 all hot water taps. Press On/O󰀨 twice.

10

Air intake or ue blocked. Service Call.

11

No ignition / No gas supply. Check gas is turned on at water heater and gas

meter or cylinder.

12

Flame Failure / Low gas ow.

Check gas is turned on at water heater and gas

meter or cylinder. Check there are no obstructions to

the ue outlet.

14

Remaining Flame Safety Device. Service Call.

16

Over Temperature Warning. Service Call.

19

Electrical Earth Check Fault. Service Call.

21

Incorrect Dipswitch Setting Detected Installer to check Dipswitch Settings / Service Call.

25

Neutraliser Tank Sensor Fault. Service Call.

32

Outgoing Water Temperature Sensor Fault. Service Call.

41

Ambient Temperature Sensor Fault. Service Call.

52

Gas Modulating Valve Fault. Service Call.

61

Combustion Fan Fault. Service Call.

65

Water Flow Control Fault

(Does not stop ow properly). Service Call.

70

Microprocessor Fault. Service Call.

71

Microprocessor Fault. Service Call.

72

Microprocessor Fault. Service Call.

92

Neutraliser Warning. Service Call.

Wireless water controller (when tted) is

'Out of Range' due to the distance from

transceiver or an obstruction.

Move wireless water controller or transceiver or

remove the obstruction.

NOTE

Some fault codes are model specic and so not all codes will display on all models.

In the majority of cases, you may be able to clear the Error Code simply by turning the hot water

tap OFF, then ON again. If this does not clear the Error Code, try pushing the On/O󰀨 button OFF,

then ON again, or turning the power for unit OFF, waiting 10 seconds and then ON again.

If the Error Code still remains, contact Rinnai for advice.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

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No power display Wireless Water Controller (when tted)

When power to the water heater is disconnected the LCD of all wireless water controllers will

display as shown to the right.

Check that the power is available, and that the water heater is plugged in with the power point

turned ‘on’.

Troubleshooting Without Water Controllers

If you have no water controllers and experience the following symptoms, carry out these suggestions. If the

symptom continues, contact Rinnai for advice.

Description Remedy

The unit does not attempt to start at all. Check the power is on at the unit.

Check the isolation valves at the unit are open.

The unit starts then shuts down immediately.

Check the power is still on.

Check the gas isolation valves at the unit and the gas

meter are fully open.

Open your hot water tap fully.

The unit starts then the water goes cold. Check the power is still on.

Open your hot water tap further.

NOTE

Faults caused by insu󰀩cient gas supply, insu󰀩cient water supply, gas quality, water quality,

installation errors or operation errors are NOT covered by the Rinnai warranty. Refer to separate

warranty booklet for details.

SERVICE

Wired and wireless water controllers, transceivers and water heaters do not contain user serviceable parts and

must only be serviced and repaired by an authorised person.

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 or the Hot

Water Service Line (contact numbers for which are on the back cover of this manual).

NOTE

When making a service enquiry, having both the model and serial numbers available, will help our

sta󰀨 quickly identify your appliance and better attend to your needs.

This information should have been copied to the "Installation Record" on page 31 by your

installer, however if this is not the case, the information can also be found on the data plate

located on the left hand side of the appliance.

Rinnai recommends that this appliance be serviced every 3 years.

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Operation Table of Contents 3

General Installation Information 18

Regulations ........................................................................................................................................................................ 18

Applicable Models ............................................................................................................................................................. 18

Appliance Location ............................................................................................................................................................ 18

Mounting Of Appliance �� 18

Service Connection Points �� 19

Pipe Sizing �� 19

Water Supply �� 19

Hot Water Delivery Temperature ...................................................................................................................................... 20

Installation Congurations �� 20

Flueing 21

Appliance Flue Terminal ................................................................................................................................................... 21

Horizontal Obstructions �� 22

Sideways Flue Diverter �� 22

Multiple Appliance Installations �� 22

Neutraliser Tank & Drain 23

Important Considerations For Neutraliser Drain Pipe .................................................................................................... 23

Length & Changes Of Direction �� 23

Installation Method ............................................................................................................................................................ 23

Interconnection Of Condensate / Neutraliser Drain Lines �� 24

Common Stack Discharge �� 24

Tundish Drain Lines �� 24

Areas Subject To Freezing �� 24

Water Controller Installation 25

General Information ........................................................................................................................................................... 25

Master / Sub Water Controllers & Associated Temperatures �� 25

Water Controllers Limitations �� 25

Location �� 26

Communication Cables �� 26

Joining Communication Cables (REU-A / REU-AM) �� 26

Connecting Communication Cable(s) With 'Ezi connect' (REU-A / REU-AM) �� 27

Connecting Communication Cables to Mini-Plug (REU-E) �� 27

Connecting Communication Cables to PCB (REU-E) �� 28

Universal Water Controller (MC-601Q) Installation ........................................................................................................ 28

Additional Programming & Activation Requirements �� 29

INSTALLATION TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Commissioning 30

Testing ................................................................................................................................................................................ 30

Delivery Temperature ........................................................................................................................................................ 30

50°C Compliant Models �� 30

For All Other Models �� 30

Gas Pressure Setting ....................................................................................................................................................... 31

Wiring Diagram .................................................................................................................................................................. 31

Commissioning Check List ............................................................................................................................................... 31

Installation Record ............................................................................................................................................................ 31

Specications 32

Table 1. Appliance Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................ 32

Diagram 1. Dimensions ..................................................................................................................................................... 33

Table 2. Supply, Flow rates, Weights & Service Connections ....................................................................................... 34

Table 3. Maximum Delivery Temperatures ...................................................................................................................... 34

Table 4. Other Accessories ............................................................................................................................................... 34

Contacts 36

INSTALLATION TABLE OF CONTENTS

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NOTE

INSTALLATION, SERVICE AND REMOVAL MUST BE BY AN APPROPRIATELY LICENSED

TRADESPERSON ONLY.

It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure all current AS/NZS 5601 requirements are met.

Remove transit protection. Check for damage, if any is found DO NOT install and contact supplier.

REGULATIONS

This appliance must be installed in accordance with:

• Current AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 3500 and AS/NZS 5601

• Rinnai Installation Instructions

• Local regulations and municipal building codes including local OH&S requirements

APPLICABLE MODELS

These Installation Instructions apply only to the Rinnai gas continuous ow water heater models that are listed on

the cover page of this manual.

APPLIANCE LOCATION

This appliance is designed for ‘Outdoor’ Installation only. As such, it MUST BE located in an above ground open

air situation with natural ventilation, without stagnant areas, where gas leakage and products of combustion are

rapidly dispersed by wind and natural convection.

This appliance MUST BE mounted on a vertical structure with the water and gas connections on the underside

pointing downwards. For appliances installed on elevated structures or under oors specic requirements apply.

Refer to AS/NZS 5601 Section 6 for details.

Location of the appliance ue terminal MUST BE in accordance with Section 6 and Figure 6.2 of AS/NZS 5601. An

extract (in part) has been reproduced in the "Appliance Flue Terminal" section of these instructions on page 21.

This appliance MUST BE placed as close as practicable to the most frequently used hot water outlet or outlets to

minimise the delay time for hot water delivery. For installations where the distance between the water heater and

the outlets is considerable, a ow and return system or the Rinnai Smartstart® system can be used which minimise

the waiting time for hot water delivery.

Alternatively, multiple appliances can be strategically placed to serve outlets with minimal delay time. Contact

Rinnai for further information.

An AC 230V/10 Amp, earthed power point MUST BE provided adjacent to the appliance. For outdoor installations

this power point MUST BE weather proof. It MUST BE clear of the gas and water connections to the appliance and

also the ue exhaust and water pressure relief valve. The power cord of the appliance is 1.5 Metres long.

All appliances MUST BE installed to ensure access can be gained without hazard or undue di󰀩culty for inspection,

repair, renewal or operational purposes. Su󰀩cient clearances shall allow access to, and removal of, all serviceable

components. Appliances should not be mounted higher than 2.5 metres above the ground or oor level unless

the customer can arrange permanent and safe access or can provide another means of access, for example, by

means of scissor or boom lifts or other approved safe access equipment that is acceptable to local authorities.

This appliance MUST NOT be used as a domestic spa or swimming pool heater.

This appliance suitable for installation locations up to 1000 metres above sea level. NOT suitable for alpine areas.

Mounting Of Appliance

The wall or structure on which the units are to be mounted MUST BE capable of supporting these weights and

the associated pipe-work. Refer to "Table 2. Supply, Flow rates, Weights & Service Connections" on page 34

for specic model weights.

Ensure that suitable xing screws or bolts are used to secure the units to the wall, in accordance with AS/NZS 5601

section 6. Wooden plugs shall not be used.

The top bracket has a keyhole slot so that the appliance can be positioned by hanging it on one screw, once in

position the appliance can then be fully secured with the application of further appropriate ttings.

The appliance can be mounted directly against the wall or structure. There is no need to use, non combustible

sheeting or leave an air gap between the appliance back panel and the wall or structure to meet the temperature

hazard requirements of AS/NZS 5601.

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Service Connection Points

Refer to "Table 2. Supply, Flow rates, Weights & Service Connections" on page 34 for model specic connection

/ tting dimension details.

An Approved full ow isolation valve and disconnection union MUST BE tted to the cold water and gas inlets.

A non return valve is not required on the water inlet unless required by local regulations.

Isolation Valves MUST NOT be tted directly to the appliance.

If may be necessary to t a temperature limiting device for delivery to areas used primarily for the purposes of

personal hygiene. Refer to "Hot Water Delivery Temperature" on page 20.

Purge gas and cold water supply lines to remove air and swarf before nal connection of the appliance. Swarf in

either the gas or water supplies may cause damage.

Pipe Sizing

If the gas pipe sizing is insu󰀩cient the customer will not get the full performance benet. Gas pipe sizing MUST

consider the gas input to this appliance as well as all the other gas appliances in the premises. The gas meter and

regulator MUST BE specied for this gas rate.

An approved sizing chart such as the one in AS/NZS 5601 should be used. Refer to "Table 2. Supply, Flow rates,

Weights & Service Connections" on page 34 for model specic gas consumption details.

Water pipe sizing and layout should be performed in accordance with AS/NZS 3500. All hot water pipe-work should

be insulated to optimise performance and energy e󰀩ciency.

Water Supply

The appliance is intended to be permanently connected to the water mains.

Refer to "Table 2. Supply, Flow rates, Weights & Service Connections" on page 34 for model specic operational

water pressure limitations. Approved pressure limiting valves may be required if the ‘Maximum’ rated water supply

pressures in Table 2 are exceeded. To achieve the rated ow, the ‘Minimum’ water supply pressures in Table 2

must be supplied.

The water heaters will operate at lower pressures but will not achieve the rated ow. Contact Rinnai for ‘gravity

fed’ or ‘low pressure’ installations.

Water chemistry and impurity limits are detailed under ‘Warranty Conditions’. Most metropolitan water supplies fall

within the requirements.

If you are unsure about your local water quality, contact your water authority. If sludge or foreign matter is present

in the water supply, a suitable lter or strainer is required in the water supply to the water heater to prevent

unwarranted damage and loss of performance.

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HOT WATER DELIVERY TEMPERATURE

Local regulations and or the requirements of AS/NZS 3500 MUST BE addressed regarding the temperature

limitations of hot water supplied to areas used primarily for personal hygiene. The temperature of water to these

areas may be limited to 50°C or less.

To ensure these regulations and or requirements are met the system MUST BE installed in accordance with the

"Installation Congurations" below.

Installation Congurations

If the appliance is marked to state that it delivers water not exceeding 50°C, local regulations may permit installation

without a Temperature Limiting Device. Installations without a Temperature Limiting Device are shown in Diagram

1 below. If you are unsure about your local regulations contact your regulating authority or Rinnai.

If the appliance is NOT marked to state that it delivers water not exceeding 50°C, or your local regulations require

installation with a Temperature Limiting Device then install the appliance in accordance with Diagram 2 below.

IMPORTANT

If the appliance is to deliver water primarily for the purposes of personal hygiene in an early

childhood centre, primary or secondary school, nursing home or a similar facility for the care of

young, aged, sick or disabled persons as dened in AS/NZ 3500 a Temperature Limiting Device

(TLD), such as a Tempering Valve may be required even if the appliance is set to 50º C or less.

For these types of applications contact Rinnai.

50º C

KITCHEN Water controller

(optional)

Water controller

(optional)

Water controller

(optional)

Water controller

(optional)

LAUNDRY

BATHROOM

ENSUITE

HOT

COLD

GAS

Diagram 1 : 50°C Appliance

KITCHEN

Water controller

(optional)

Water controller

(optional)

LAUNDRY BATHROOM

Water controller

(optional)

Water controller

(optional)

ENSUITE

TLD

HOT

COLD

GAS

Diagram 2 : NOT a 50°C Appliance

NOTE

Minimum length of pipe from hot outlet

to nearest hot water tap 2 metres.

NOTE

TLD = Temperature Limiting Device.

Universal water controllers are available as an optional extra and will function as described in the Operation

Section of this manual. Refer to "Water Controllers Limitations" on page 25 to conrm the maximum number and

combination of water controllers that can be tted.

For detailed installation information of Universal water controllers refer to the "Water Controller Installation" chapter

of this manual starting on page 25.

Operation and Installation information for Deluxe and Wireless water controllers is provided with the water

controllers or visit www.rinnai.com.au.

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