Rinnai Furnace RHFE 431WTA User Guide

HOME OWNER / INSTALLER  
FOR YOUR SAFETY  
THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ IN ITS  
ENTIRETY BEFORE OPERATING HEATER  
RHFE-431WTA  
ENERGYSAVER  
GAS DIRECT VENT WALL FURNACE  
Owner’s Operation and Installation Manual  
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FEATURES OF THE RHFE-431WTA UNITS  
N Clean Heating Forced Flue Type  
N Easy Operation One-Touch Ignition  
N Sensible Temperature Control Feature  
N Comfortable Room Temperature Control and Display  
N Warm Air Outlet at Floor Level Keeps Your Feet Warm  
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N Child Safety Function Lock  
N Room Temperature Setting Memory  
N Dirty Air Filter Indicator Lamp  
N Energy-Saving Economy Setting  
N Humidifier Tray  
N Air Flow Directional Louvers  
N Direct Vent Easily Installed  
N Proportional Heating Variable Capacity  
N Hush! Quiet Operation  
N Modern Design Minimizes Floor Space Requirements  
N Failure Message Display  
N Timer Override Mode  
SAFETY DEVICES  
Spark Safety Device: Automatically shuts unit down when there is an abnormal spark at time  
of ignition.  
Flame Failure Device: Activated when burner flame fails. This prevents raw gas from being  
released.  
Overheat Switch:  
Fusible Links:  
This device automatically cuts the gas off if the heater exceeds a  
predetermined temperature. This is normally caused by an  
obstruction in front of the louvers, or a blocked fan filter.  
Backs up the overheat switch. If the fusible link cuts the unit off, a  
service call by an authorized person is required to replace the link.  
Overcurrent Prevention Device: This is a 3 amp. glass fuse found on P.C. board. Design  
to shut unit down in case of overcurrent. If fuse blows all  
indicator lamps will be "OFF".  
Power Outage Safety Device:  
This safety device cuts off gas passage and stops  
operation.  
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TECHNICAL DATA  
WEIGHT  
51 Lbs.  
DIMENSIONS  
GAS RATE (BTU/h)  
OUTPUT  
NG LP  
INPUT  
NG  
Width: 29 1/2"  
Height:2113/16"  
LP  
Depth: 9 13/16" LOW  
8,200 8,200  
LOW  
6,640 6,640  
HIGH 16,700 16,700  
HIGH 13,400 13,400  
Burner Orifices:  
RHFE-431WTA-P use: Orifice part #AU129-210×02-0.85(0.033")  
RHFE-431WTA-N use: Orifice part #AU129-210×02-1.13(0.044")  
GAS CONVERSION SPECIFICATIONS  
MODEL  
GAS DIAMETER OF PRIMARY SECONDARY MANIFOLD DIFFERENTIAL DIP SWITCH  
TYPE ORIFICE(mm) DAMPER DAMPER  
PRESSURE (W.C.)  
POSITION  
HI  
LO  
ON  
OFF  
556F-208-7  
(33×47hole)  
RHFE-431WTA NG  
RHFE-431WTA LPG  
556F-209-7  
2.4"W.C.  
0.7"W.C.  
1.13  
0.85  
ON  
OFF  
556F-209-15 556F-208-5  
2.5×15)  
2.8"W.C.  
0.8"W.C.  
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GAS SUPPLY PRESSURE  
NATURAL  
PROPANE  
8"W.C.  
13"W.C.  
3.5"W.C.  
MINIMUM  
MAXIMUM  
10.5"W.C.  
The minimum inlet gas supply pressures is for the purpose of input adjustment.  
Heaters may be converted from one gas to another using Rinnai conversion kits.  
IMPORTANT POINTS / USAGE AND INSTALLATION MUSTS  
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Unpack heater and check for damage. DO NOT INSTALL DAMAGED HEATER. If heater is damaged,  
contact your supplier for advice. Before installing a heater, check the label for the correct gas type (see  
label on side of heater). Refer to local gas authority for confirmation of gas type if you are in doubt.  
Included in Carton:  
Customers Operating Information  
Conversion kits  
IMPORTANT  
Before using this product, please read this manual carefully to insure proper use of product.  
1. The installation must conform with local codes or, in absence of local codes, the National Fuel Gas  
Code, ANSI Z223.1 or the Canadian Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.  
2. For information on gas type, see data plate on the appliance.  
3. 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.  
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4. This appliance is not designed to be built in.  
5. If you move, check the gas type in the area where you are moving to. The local gas authority will be  
able to advise on local regulations.  
6. 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 vapor or cigarette smoke, and the heater is used on a carpet,  
the surface of the carpet may become discolored. In addition, some nylon carpets contain dyes  
which may be affected by the warm air flow. Some soft vinyl surfaces are also subject to distortion,  
or discoloration by warm air. To prevent discoloration of carpets, etc., a mat should be placed under  
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10"  
the appliance, extending about 30" 750mm in front of it.  
0"  
Diagram shows minimum  
clearances from combustible  
2"  
materials.  
2"  
40"  
7. Read these rules and the instructions carefully. Check all local codes. Failure to follow these could  
cause a malfunction of the heater resulting in death, serious bodily injury and/or property damage.  
8. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not  
convertible for use with other gases, unless a certified kit is used.  
If a conversion of the unit is needed, conversions must be performed at Rinnai America or  
anthorized agent at owner's expense.  
9. WARNING: Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous.  
10. If a gas leak is suspected, turn heater off, turn gas supply valve off at appliance connector valve.  
Open windows to ventilate area immediately and contact your dealer or gas company.  
11. DO NOT PLACE CLOTHING OR FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, GASOLINE AND OTHER  
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS, ON OR NEAR THE HEATER.  
12. YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE CAREFULLY SUPERVISED WHEN THEY ARE IN THE SAME  
ROOM WITH THE HEATER.  
13. LPG containers must not be installed indoors.  
14. Do not use this room heater if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service  
technician to inspect the room heater and to replace any part of the control system and any gas  
control which has been under water.  
15. Adequate clearances for accessibility for purposes of servicing and proper operation should be  
provided.  
16. Adequate clearances around air openings should be provided.  
17. Do not install in areas where curtains, drapes, clothing, or other moving flammables are within 12  
inches of this unit.  
18. Periodic examination of the venting system is required.  
19. The flow of combustion and ventilation air should not be obstructed.  
20. A manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home OEM installation must conform with the  
Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24CFR, Part 3280, or, when such a  
standard is not applicable, the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations, ANSI Z225.1 or  
Standard for Gas Equipped Recreational Vehicles and Mobile Housing, CSA Z240.4.  
21. "This appliance must be installed in accordance with the current standard CSA Z240.4 GAS  
EQUIPPED RECREATIONAL VEHICLES AND MOBILE HOUSING. Cet appareil doit ette installe  
conformement aux, exigences de la norme Z240.4 en vigeuer de lACNOR, Installations de gaz dans  
les constructions mobiles et vehicules recreatifs."  
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22. If a blockage occurs at vent terminal due to snow, leaves or other type of obstruction the unit will  
stop working. The unit will not function until blockage has been removed then if unit fails to operate,  
contact a qualified service agency.  
23. For a manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home OEM or residential or light commercial installation, this  
unit has been designed and certified to be converted from natural gas to propane or vice-versa. When  
provisions are being made to convert this unit, a certified conversion kit must be used. You must also  
readjust manifold gas pressure to specifications indicated in the conversion manual. If in doubt, contact  
Rinnai America for assistance.  
GENERAL INFORMATION  
THIS SERIES HEATER IS DESIGN CERTIFIED BY CSA  
INTERNATIONAL AS A DIRECT VENT WALL FURNACE AND  
MUST BE INSTALLED ACCORDING TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS.  
ALTERATION OF THE ORIGINAL DESIGN INSTALLED OTHER  
THAN AS SHOWN IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS OR USED WITH  
A TYPE OF GAS NOT SHOWN ON THE RATING PLATE, IS  
THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PERSON AND COMPANY  
MAKING THE CHANGE.  
Rinnai is continually updating and improving products. Therefore, specifications are subject to  
change without notice.  
Thank you for purchasing Rinnai forced flue gas heater.  
Please read the warranty thoroughly and keep it in a safe place.  
DIMENSIONS  
11 " (280mm)  
3 7/16" (88mm)  
3 3/8" (85mm)  
6 1/2" (165mm)  
3"  
Gas Inlet  
8 9/16"  
(217mm)  
9 5/8"  
(245mm)  
Exhaust at rear of unit  
Power supply cable  
29 1/2" (750mm)  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
BTU/h  
OUTPUT  
MIN. CLEARANCES  
FAN CFM  
OUTPUT  
MODEL  
SIDE  
FRONT  
INPUT  
TOP  
Low  
8,200  
Low  
6,640  
RHFE-431WTA  
LO:110.5  
2"  
10"  
40"  
(50mm)  
(250mm)  
(1m)  
High  
High  
NATURAL  
HI:141.3  
LO:110.5  
16,700  
13,400  
Low  
8,200  
Low  
6,640  
RHFE-431WTA  
2"  
40"  
10"  
(50mm)  
(1m)  
(250mm)  
High  
High  
HI:141.3  
PROPANE  
13,400  
16,700  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Type of Appliance  
Model  
Fan Type Direct Vent Wall Furnace  
RHFE-431WTA ENERGY SAVER  
Width 29 1/2" (750mm)  
Dimensions  
Depth 9 13/16" with back spacer (250mm with back spacer)  
Height 21 13/16" (554mm)  
Weight  
Approx. 51 lbs.  
Electrical AC 120V 60Hz 43 watts  
Gas 1/2" female NPT  
Connections  
Combustion System  
Ignition System  
Operation  
Stainless steel bunsen burner  
Continuous spark  
Finger touch control buttons  
Electronic thermostat HI-LOW/OFF  
Up/down switch  
Temperature Control  
Temperature Range  
Normal Operation  
LOW 50°F 60°F 80°F HI High Combustion  
Bottom front louver  
Frost Function  
38°F 60°F  
Warm Air Outlet  
Operating Buttons  
Economy Mode  
On/off, Auto, Override, Economy, Frost, Timers, Select, Clock, Up/down  
Energy saving feature  
Humidifier Tray  
Capacity 3 pints (1300cc)  
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Flame failure Flame rod  
Over heat Bi-metal switch, thermal fuse, thermistor  
Power failure PCB  
Power surge 3 Amp. fuse  
Safety Devices  
Fan delay Micro computer timer  
Pre-purge Combustion fan, pre-purge timer, spark sensor  
Room over heat Automatic cut off at 104°F after 10 minutes  
Noise Level Range  
TYPE  
HI LOW 38 32dB(A)  
Combustion Method  
Forced combustion  
Closed Type  
Air Supply Exhaust  
Radiation Method  
Forced convection  
Wall Penetration  
Hole  
3 1/8" (80mm)  
AIR SUPPLY/  
EXHAUST PIPE  
Max. Extended  
Length  
(4m, 2 bends) 13ft., 2 bends  
SPECIFICATIONS FOR VENT SIZES  
3" 4 1/2"  
(75 115mm)  
S
Thin Walls Mobile Home  
4 1/2" 9 1/2"  
(115 240mm)  
A
Wood Walls  
Wood/Brick  
Brick/Block  
Special  
9 1/2" 15 3/4"  
(240 400mm)  
B
15 3/4" 23 5/8"  
(400 600mm)  
C
23 5/8" 31 1/2"  
(600 800mm)  
D
** BTU - Efficiency increases with vent Extension. Clearances from combustibles see pages 3 and 18.  
** Thermal efficiency rating determined under continuous operating conditions, and was determined  
independently of any installed system.  
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SAFETY POINTS  
Do not restrict the warm air discharge by  
placing articles in front of the heater.  
This appliance must not be used for any  
purpose other than heating.  
Do not spray aerosols while the heater is  
operating. Most aerosols contain butane  
gas, and can be a fire hazard if used near  
this heater when it is in use.  
Do not install the heater in an unusually  
dusty area.  
Do not allow curtains or other flammable or  
combustible materials to come into contact  
with the heater.  
Do not allow anyone to sit on or lean against  
the appliance.  
Combustible materials must not be placed  
where the heater could ignite them.  
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SAFETY POINTS  
Keep flammable materials, trees, shrubs,  
etc., away from the flue terminal.  
Do not allow anyone to poke articles  
through the louvers.  
Gasoline  
Filter should be cleaned at regular intervals.  
See page 31.  
Young children should be supervised at all  
times. Hand or body contact with the  
louvers should be avoided.  
Clean as needed.  
Do not place articles containing liquids on  
top of the heater. Liquids spilled on the  
controls may cause extensive damage.  
Do not allow young children or an infant to  
sleep directly in front of the heater.  
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NEW RHFE-431  
DISPLAY  
TEMPERATURE/  
TIMERS  
WARM AIR OUTLET  
SETTING CONTROLS  
HUMIDIFIER  
ON/OFF SWITCH  
TURNS MAIN POWER  
ON/OFF  
REMOVE BOTTOM  
COVER AND PULL  
OUT TO REFILL  
BOTTOM COVER  
HOLD BOTH SIDES  
AND PULL TOWARD  
YOU  
RATING PLATE  
MODEL NUMBER,  
SERIAL NUMBER,  
GAS TYPE, ETC.  
TERMINAL BLOCK  
FOR COMBUSTION FAN  
AIR FILTER  
THERMISTOR  
GAS CONNECTIONS  
1/2" NPT  
EXHAUST PIPE  
VENT TERMINAL  
COMBUSTION/  
EXHAUST  
POWER CORD  
PLUG 120V AC  
COMBUSTION AIR  
INTAKE HOSE  
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CONTROL PANEL  
Clock: used to set the current  
time and day.(refer to page 24).  
Select: When programing the  
timers, this button is used to select  
and confirm day, time and  
temperature settings.  
Timers: used to carry  
out timer programing  
and confirm all  
settings.  
Up/Down: function  
Programming  
of these buttons  
Frost: used to initiate  
the Frost mode and  
allows for a minimum  
frost temperature to  
be set(refer to page  
34).  
Clock  
Select  
Timers  
Frost  
Eco  
varies depending on  
the operating mode.  
(refer to the table  
below for details).  
Override  
Auto  
ON/OFF  
Override: overrides  
the current timer  
setting by reversing  
the current operation  
(see page 33).  
Eco: used to select the  
Economy mode(refer  
to page 35).  
MODE  
OPERATION  
To set current time  
and day  
Clock Set  
Select days of  
week, time and  
temperature  
Set Frost  
Protection  
temperature  
Timer Program  
Frost Protection  
ON/OFF: this is the main on/  
off switch for the heater.  
Auto: toggles the heater  
between AUTO(for timer  
operation) and MANUAL  
operation modes.  
LED DISPLAY  
Days:shows current  
day of week or day(s)  
being programmed.  
Temperatures:  
shows pre-set and  
room temperatures.  
Frost:indicates that the anti-frost mode is on and that  
a minimum anti-frost temperature can be entered.  
Clock:shows current  
time or pre-set program  
time for timer.  
Auto/Man: indicates  
Manual or Timer  
operation mode.  
Override On/Off: indicates whether the  
Override function is on and whether it has  
turned the heater on or off(reverse function).  
Set  
Room  
am  
pm  
Auto  
Frost  
ON  
ON/  : indicates when the heater is  
operating and whether the burner is  
alight( ).  
Man Override On Off  
Select  
Clock Temp Review Filter  
Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Function Lock  
Program Timer  
1
2
3
4 OFF  
Economy Mode  
Periods:shows  
current operating  
period or period  
Clock:  
Review: indicates that  
the review mode is on.  
Filter:shows when the  
filter needs to be cleaned.  
shows when  
the clock is  
being set.  
being programed.  
Function Lock:  
indicates that the  
function lock is on.  
Select Program Timer/Temp: indicates when the timers  
are being programed-Start time "Select Program Timer"  
or Temperature "Select Program Temp".  
Economy Mode:  
indicates that the  
Economy Mode is on.  
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CUT-AWAY DIAGRAM  
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NOTICE BEFORE INSTALLATION  
The heater must be installed by a qualified service  
person according to this installation instruction.  
The appliance, when installed, must be electrically  
grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the  
absence of local codes, with the National Electrical  
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code,  
CSA C22.1, if an external electrical source is utilized.  
Check your local building codes for the proper method  
of installation. In the case of absence of local codes,  
this heater should be installed in accordance with the  
National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1.  
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE IS EQUIPPED  
WITH A THREE PRONG (GROUNDING) PLUG  
FOR YOUR PROTECTION AGAINST SHOCK  
HAZARD AND SHOULD BE PLUGGED DIRECTLY  
INTO A PROPERLY GROUNDED THREE PRONG  
RECEPTACLE. Do not cut or remove the grounding  
prong from the plug.  
Check local codes or, in the absence of local codes,  
the current CAN/CGA B149 INSTALLATION  
CODE.  
DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES, THE  
APPLIANCE SHOULD BE LOCATED OUT OF  
TRAFFIC AND AWAY FROM FURNITURE AND  
DRAPERIES.  
CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE ALERTED  
TO THE HAZARDS OF HIGH SURFACE  
TEMPERATURES AND SHOULD STAY AWAY TO  
AVOID BURNS OR CLOTHING IGNITION.  
This gas appliance must not be connected to a  
chimney flue serving a separate solid-fuel burning  
appliance.  
When the appliance is installed directly on carpeting,  
tile or other combustible material other than wood  
flooring, the appliance shall be installed on a metal or  
wood panel extending the full width and depth of the  
appliance.  
“WARNING” Do not operate appliance with the  
panel(s) removed, cracked or broken. Replacement  
of the panel(s) should be done by a licensed or  
qualified service person.  
Rinnai recommends a dedicated electrical circuit.  
Appliance input ratings are based on sea level  
operation and need not be changed for operation up  
to 2,000 feet elevation. For operation at elevations  
above 2,000 feet, manufactured to specified deration  
conditions for Canada and the United States.  
INSTALLATION AND REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE  
BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON. THE  
APPLIANCE SHOULD BE INSPECTED BEFORE  
USE AND AT LEAST ANNUALLY BY A QUALIFIED  
SERVICE PERSON. MORE FREQUENT  
CLEANING MAY BE REQUIRED DUE TO  
EXCESSIVE LINT FROM CARPETING, BEDDING  
MATERIAL, ETC. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT  
CONTROL COMPARTMENTS, BURNERS AND  
CIRCULATING AIR PASSAGEWAYS OF THE UNIT  
BE KEPT CLEAN.  
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
Spare rubber seal  
Flue Manifold  
1
1
(AFlue units only)  
(For weatherboard installations)  
Flue Locking  
Clamp  
1
1
1
Flue Lock  
Stopper  
Back Spacer  
Set  
1
Insulation  
Clip  
Hose Clip  
2
1
1
3
5
Customers operating  
information and  
Plastic tie  
for air inlet  
1
Installation Instructions  
Air Filter  
1
6
(M4 20)  
(M4)  
For Flue Lock Stopper  
(M4)  
(M4)  
For Back Spacer Set  
For Air Intake Clip  
For Flue Manifold  
(M4.8 32)  
2
1
Wood Screws  
Wall Bracket Screws  
Spacer Bracket  
Wall Bracket  
1
Check to ensure gas supply matches that of the appliance.  
Refer to local gas authority for confirmation of gas type if in doubt.  
Refer to data plate located inside of the front panel.  
Check for damage, if the unit is damaged contact your supplier or Rinnai.  
Do not install a damaged unit before checking with your supplier.  
Refer to an approved pipe sizing chart if in doubt about size of gas line.  
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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  
to permit servicing.  
3. Flexible pipe and any appliance connector valve used for gas piping shall be types approved by  
nationally recognized agencies.  
4. Any compound used on the threaded joint of the gas piping shall be a type which resists the action  
of liquefied petroleum gas.  
5. Supplied gas pressure must be within the limits shown in the specifications.  
6. After completion of gas pipe connections, all joints including the heater must be checked for gas  
tightness by means of leak detector solution, soap and water, or an equivalent nonflammable  
solution, as applicable.  
CAUTION: Since some leak test solutions, including soap and water, may cause corrosion or stress  
cracking, the piping shall be rinsed with water after testing, unless it has been determined that the  
leak test solution is noncorrosive.  
7. The appliance and its appliance main gas valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping  
system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 P.S.I (3.5kPa).  
The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual  
shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply system at test pressures equal to or less  
than 1/2 psig.  
8. Two 1/8" test plugs are provided for testing of manifold differential pressure see schematic for location.  
At time of installation installer must supply a 1/8" N.P.T. plugged tapping, accessible for test manometer  
connection, immediately up stream of the gas supply connection to the appliance.  
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VENT LOCATION  
FITTING TOP SPACER + WALL CLIP  
FLUE MANIFOLD POSITION  
Tighten all screws.  
Center of hole for flue manifold can be drilled  
anywhere within the shaded area. (To avoid studs,  
etc.)  
Top spacer  
FOR WEATHERBOARD WALLS DRILL THROUGH  
CENTER OF WEATHER BOARD FROM OUTSIDE,  
THEN DRILL FROM INSIDE THROUGH PLASTER-  
BOARD.  
Cavity Opening  
11"  
Spacer bracket  
(280mm)  
SECURE HEATER TO WALL  
Top spacer  
Spacer bracket  
8 9/16"  
(217mm)  
Flue Hole  
Wall bracket  
Before drilling the flue hole, check for water and gas  
pipes as well as electric cables. Use a 3 1/8"  
(80mm) drill for hole through wall.  
WALL MOUNTING BRACKETS  
Replace top spacer, clipping the spacer into the wall  
brackets at the same time as attaching it to the  
heater. Secure top spacer with the screws provided.  
THE HEATER IS NOW SECURED TO THE WALL.  
Place top back spacer in position. Mark the position  
of the top edge of the top space on the wall. Move  
the heater away from the wall. Mark center lines  
1 1/8" (30mm) down from the top edge mark, and  
1 9/16" (40mm) From the left and right hand sides of  
the top spacer. Attach wall brackets at the marked  
position.  
Spacer  
Replace fan filter.  
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VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES  
INSIDE  
CORNER DETAIL  
G
H
A
I
M
B
FIXED  
CLOSED  
D
K
B
OPERABLE  
E
B
C
J
FIXED  
B
CLOSED  
B
A
VENT TERMINAL  
V
X
OPERABLE  
L
AIR SUPPLY INLET  
F
AREA WHERE  
TERMINAL IS NOT  
PERMITTED  
B
REF  
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LOCATION / CLEARANCES  
When positioning the heater the main points  
governing the location are:  
The flue terminal should be positioned away from  
flammable materials.  
1. Flueing  
2. Warm air distribution  
This heater is not designed to be build in.  
LP GAS  
Flue Terminal  
Do not flue into natural draught flues or fireplaces,  
this unit can only be used with one of the five types  
of Rinnai flue kits. Do not flue unit into other rooms.  
Flue terminal must be outside.  
The flue is not designed to be positioned under  
floors, or below the level of the heater.  
Flue  
Terminal  
Flue  
Terminal  
Flue may be positioned directly under opening  
windows, with a minimum clearance of 9" (230mm).  
FLUE SIZES:  
5 Flue lengths are available.  
S
A
B
C
D
flue walls 3" 4 1/2" (75 115mm)  
flue walls 4 1/2" 9 1/2" (115 240mm)  
flue walls 9 1/2" 15 3/4" (240 400mm)  
flue walls 15 3/4" 23 5/8" (400 600mm)  
flue walls 23 5/8" 31 1/2" (600 800mm)  
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SNOW AREAS  
FIT BACK COVERS (SIDES ONLY)  
Fit back covers (sides only) as shown below.  
Engage Lugs  
Snow  
Secure With  
Screws  
In areas subject to heavy snowfall, keep snow clear  
of flue terminal at all times.  
STANDARD INSTALLATION OF FLUE MANIFOLD.  
Diagram below shows minimum clearances and  
distances from obstructions.  
Clearance in accordance with local installation  
codes and the requirements of the gas supplier.  
Also check local regulations.  
Flammable  
Non  
Flammable  
Wall  
10"(250mm)  
20"(500mm)  
24"  
(600mm)  
Opposite  
Wall  
Floor  
Side Clearances  
20"  
(500mm)  
Obstruction  
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SLEEVE AND MANIFOLD INSTALLATION  
METHOD FOR STANDARD WALLS  
1. Disassemble Manifold from Sleeve.  
Flanges  
The flue consists of 3 parts, sleeve, inside connectors  
and tube, outside terminal; (dis-assembly by pulling  
hard on outside terminal and inner connections, then  
pull sleeve off outer terminal.)  
NOTE: Clearance to combustibles for terminal  
assembly sleeve and flanges is 0".  
Sleeve  
Terminal  
Connection  
2. Adjustment of Sleeve Length.  
Do not extend  
beyond red line  
Measure wall thickness through previously drilled  
3 1/8 (80mm) hole.  
Extension joint  
under plastic  
Extension  
End of sleeve should protrude 3/16" 3/8" (5 10mm)  
from outside wall. Adjust sleeve length to wall  
thickness plus 3/16" 3/8" (5 10mm). (Sleeve is  
threaded for adjustment.) Do not extend beyond red  
line.  
("S" and "A" flues only)  
Adjust length by turning sleeve.  
3. For S and A flue only.  
Depending on flue set and wall thickness extension  
piece Cmay need to be removed.  
B
C
A
Cut plastic, remove extension, then follow instruction 2.  
This applies to Sand Aflues only.  
There is no extension on other flues, they can be fully  
adjusted by turning the threaded section.  
Remove extension at this  
point it necessary.  
"A" Flue only  
4. Fixing Sleeve.  
5-10mm  
Fix to the wall, using the 3 screws provided.  
"TOP"  
NOTE: The flange is marked TOP, sleeve must be  
fitted with this mark Up. Check sleeve protrudes 3/16"  
3/8" (5 10mm) on the outside.  
Fixing Screw  
Don't remove green plastic covering from sleeve.  
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5. Check rubber seal is in place on terminal.  
Terminal seal  
(Add "weather board"  
seal here)  
*For weather board walls, add spare rubber seal  
provided to compensate for weather board angle.  
6. Installation of Terminal  
"TOP" mark "A"  
From outside, insert terminal into sleeve with the A”  
mark at the top. Left hand side fixing tie is marked  
LEFT(from inside).  
Label  
Fixing tie  
Terminal  
7. Attached Ties  
Cut (leave 20mm free)  
Pull hard on left and right hand side ties, clip ties over  
lugs inside sleeve. You should be able to pull ties 2 or  
3 slots past the starting point. Cut the ties, leaving  
about 3/4" (20mm) past the lugs. Bend ties so they  
are parallel with the wall.  
Pull hard  
Fixing tie  
Terminal  
Lug  
Sleeve  
8. Insert Inner Connection Assembly.  
Top Mark  
Push assembly into the terminal tube, make sure  
TOPmark is uppermost. Fix with 3 screws provided.  
Screw  
lnner  
Connections  
9. Manifold can still be turned after attaching.  
Outlet  
Rubber cap  
Inlet  
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FITTING UNIT  
AIR INLET HOSE  
2. Fit the locking clamp over connection between  
sliding tube and manifold. Engage the hook and  
rotate it until it snaps against the body of the clamp.  
Manifold  
Inlet hose  
Hose clip  
Manifold  
Flue outlet  
Sliding tube  
Hook  
Detail of Hose clip  
Locking  
Clamp  
Locking  
clamp  
Plastic tie  
3. Fit the screw clamp between the sliding tube and  
the flue elbow. Secure with the 4mm screws  
supplied. The flue outlet is now locked into position.  
Locking clamp  
Flue Outlet tube  
screw clamp  
screw  
Inlet elbow  
Inlet hose  
When servicing unit replace plastic tie with new one.  
(Available at local hardware store or contact local  
distributor.)  
Flue Outlet  
sliding tube  
Flue elbow  
LOCKING CLAMP SCREW CLAMP AND  
INSULATION.  
Manifold  
The following components can be fitted by reaching  
down the rear of the appliance as it is positioned  
against the wall.  
1. Connect the flue outlet to the manifold by  
extending the stainless steel sliding tube until it is  
fully inserted into the manifold.  
4. Slide the insulation sleeve up to the flue  
manifold, slip the securing clip over the sleeve as  
shown.  
Manifold  
Fit clip  
Slide insulation sock  
Sliding Tube  
Slide  
Flue outlet  
Sliding tube  
Flue elbow  
Do not extend flue tube  
beyond red line.  
Sock  
Slide to here  
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Levelling screws(Adjustable legs)  
Up to 10 mm  
Adjustable Leg  
If necessary, the unit can be leveled using the  
adjustable legs under the front right and left hand  
side legs.  
INSTRUCT CUSTOMER ON USE OF HEATER  
When you are satisfied that the appliance is  
operating correctly, explain operation of heater to  
the customer.  
Fault-Failure Procedure  
If unable to get the heater to operating correctly,  
contact Rinnai directly or your Agent or Gas Utility.  
Do not use electrical extension cords to connect unit  
to power supply. Keep the power cord away from  
the flue.  
Some items are not covered under the unit's  
warranty. Example: annual maintenance, carbon on  
flame rods/ignitor, dust, spider webs, etc.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTION LABEL  
ENERGYSAVER RHFE-431WTA  
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING  
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing  
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.  
A. This appliance does not have a pilot. It is equipped  
with an ignition device which automatically lights the  
burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand.  
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire  
department.  
C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control  
knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or  
turn by hand, don't try to repair it, call a qualified  
service technician. Force or attempted repair may  
result in a fire or explosion.  
B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance  
area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor  
because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on  
the floor.  
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS  
D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under  
water. Immediately call a qualified service technician  
to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the  
control system and any gas control which has been  
under water.  
Do not try to light any appliance.  
Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any  
phone in your building.  
Immediately call your gas supplier from a  
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's  
instructions.  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
5. Turn Manual gas valve to the full on position.  
6. Turn on all electric power to the appliance via ON/OFF  
button.  
7. Set the thermostat to desired setting.  
8. Burner is lit when indicator lamp ONturns red.  
9. ONindicator flashes when burner fails to ignite.  
10. If the appliance will not operate, follow the instruction  
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCEand call your  
service technician or gas supplier. See manual for  
additional information.  
STOP! Read the safety information above on this  
label.  
1. Set the thermostat to lowest setting.  
2. Turn off all electric power to the appliance via the  
ON/OFF button on the control panel. Locate manual  
gas valve to be found on back side of heater.  
3. Turn Manual valve clockwise  
position.  
to the full OFF  
4. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell  
for gas, including near the floor. If you then smell gas,  
STOP! Follow Bin the safety information above on  
this label. If you don't smell gas go to next step.  
Timer setting button  
LED Indicator  
BACK SIDE OF HEATER  
MANUAL GAS VALVE  
Economy button  
OPEN CLOSED  
On/Off  
Thermost button  
Button  
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE  
1. Turn off electric power to the appliance using the  
ON/OFF button located on the control panel.  
2. Locate manual valve on back side of unit.  
3. Turn manual valve clockwise to the full OFF position.  
NOTE: The fan will continue to operate until the appliance is  
cool, do not turn the appliance off by unplugging it from the  
wall.  
Keep burner and control compartment clean. See  
installation and operating instructions accompanying heater.  
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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 CURRENT TIME & DAY  
(This example shows setting the clock to 8:20am on Saturday).  
DAY OF THE WEEK  
Programming  
Select  
Press the Clockbutton  
Clock  
Timers  
Select  
Clock  
Mo  
once. The day of the week  
1
2
Select  
Clock  
and  
is displayed.  
Programming  
Select  
Press either of the or ”  
buttons until the correct day of  
the week is displayed.  
Clock  
Timers  
Select  
Clock  
Sa  
Press the Selectbutton once  
to lock in and complete day of  
the week selection. The time of  
day will then flash.  
Programming  
Select  
am  
3
4
Clock  
Timers  
Select  
Clock  
Sa  
TIME OF DAY  
To set the time press the ”  
or buttons until the correct  
time of day is displayed.  
Programming  
Select  
am  
Clock  
Timers  
Select  
Clock  
Sa  
Pressing either button once will change the time in single minutes.  
Holding eigther button down will change the time rapidly, first in minutes, then in hours.  
CONFIRM SETTINGS  
Programming  
Select  
Press the Selector Clock”  
button once to lock in and  
am  
Clock  
Timers  
5
Sa  
complete setting the time.  
Select  
Clock  
The  
indicators will go out.  
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OPERATING THE HEATER MANUALLY  
To turn the heater ON:  
ON/OFF  
Press the ON/OFFbutton.  
1
2
Check to see if the Manor Auto”  
indicator is displayed:  
indicator  
Set  
Room  
If the Autoindicator is displayed  
then press the Autobutton. The  
indicator will change to Man.  
Go to Step 3.  
Frost  
Eco  
Auto  
ON  
pm  
Tu  
1
Override  
Auto  
ON/OFF  
indicator  
Set  
Room  
ON  
pm  
Tu  
Man  
If the Manindicator is displayed  
go to Step 3.  
Programming  
Select  
Set  
Room  
ON  
Select the desired room temperature  
by pressing the or buttons.  
pm  
Tu  
Man  
Clock  
Timers  
3
The heater will start and run for 90 seconds so that it can check the room temperature  
(the indicator will show).  
If the room temperature is lower than the pre-set or desired temperature the heater will continue to run.  
If the room temperature is higher than the pre-set or desired temperature, the heater will go into stand-  
bymode, and will start when the room temperature falls below the pre-set temperature.  
If the heater does not ignite on initial use, this may be due to air remaining in the gas supply line. The  
spark generator will only continue for 15 seconds. After this it will be necessary to press the ON/OFF  
button OFF, then ON again.  
To turn the heater OFF:  
Frost  
Eco  
pm  
Tu  
Press the ON/OFFbutton.  
1
Override  
Auto  
ON/OFF  
DO NOT turn heater off by unplugging the power cord.  
The convection fan will continue to run until the appliance cools.  
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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 together.  
The four timer periods create up to four separate operating intervals, each with its own temperature setting.  
The programing covers a 24 hour time span(one day).  
The two diagrams below graphically represent an example weekday and weekend program.  
WEEKDAY PROGRAM  
The example weekday  
5:30am  
1
program period 1 has been  
programed to start at 5:30  
am with a temperature setting  
of 76°F.  
2
8:00am  
The heater will heat the room  
to 76°F from 5:30 am until  
8:00 am, when period 2  
starts.  
76°F  
OFF  
Period 2 has a temperature  
setting of nothingor OFF,  
and so the heater will not  
operate again until the start  
of period 3 at 5:00 pm, when  
it will heat the room to 72°F.  
MIDDAY  
MIDNIGHT  
OFF  
72°F  
Period 4 turns the heater  
OFF again until period 1  
starts the timer cycle on the  
next day.  
9:30pm  
4
3
5:00pm  
WEEKEND PROGRAM  
For example if you get up  
later on the weekends  
1
9:00am  
period 1 begins heating the  
home to 76°F at 9:00am.  
The heater has also been  
programed to start heating  
the home earlier in the  
afternoon, and so period 3  
starts at 4:00pm with a  
temperature setting of 72°F.  
LOW  
11:00am  
2
76°F  
MIDNIGHT  
MIDDAY  
OFF  
11:00pm  
4
Period 4 now has a  
72°F  
temperature of LOW [50°F],  
and runs the heater on this  
setting all night.  
4:00pm  
3
A detailed step-by-step guide of setting the times and temperatures shown in the two examples above are given on  
pages 28-29.  
Before setting the heater we encourage you to think about and write down your own program. A blank table is provided  
on page 31 for you to do just this.  
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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 to 29.  
Note: Before programing the current time and day must be set. See page 24 for instructions.  
The weekly timers can be easily programed by following the steps illustrated below:  
Press the Timers”  
button once to  
Set  
am  
1
2
activate the timer  
programing mode.  
Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su  
r  
1
2
3
4 OFF  
Timers  
3
5
4
Select the day or  
group of days you  
wish to program by  
pressing the upand  
downbuttons:  
Select the period you wish  
to program by pressing  
the upand down”  
buttons:  
Set the start time for this  
period by pressing the  
upand downbuttons:  
Set the temperature  
you want for this period  
by pressing the up”  
and downbuttons:  
The time will move up or  
down in 10 minute  
increments.  
Periods 1 4 will  
Choose from the  
following temperature  
settings:  
Choose from the  
following options:  
Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su  
Mo Tu We Th Fr  
Sa Su  
automatically appear in  
order as you follow this  
programing sequence, so  
you may not need to  
manually select a timer  
period.  
Each period must be set  
to a later time than the  
period before it.  
H(high) 80 60 L(low)  
and  
- - (OFF)  
No period can be set  
past 11:50pm, as this is  
the end of the 24hour  
program.  
or each day of the  
week in turn.  
Press the Selectbutton  
to confirm your choice.  
If you want heat during  
this period, choose a  
temperature.  
If a group of days is  
chosen, the times and  
temperatures selected  
in steps 3 5 will  
automatically apply  
for those days.  
Select  
Press the Selectbutton  
to confirm the time.  
If you do not want heat,  
choose the OFF setting.  
Select  
Press the Selectbutton  
to confirm the  
temperature setting.  
Press the Select”  
button to confirm your  
Select  
choice.  
Select  
Repeat steps  
for periods 1 through to 4 until you are happy with all the settings.  
5
3
6
Press the Timersbutton again to confirm your program and lock in all settings.  
7
For a description of how to operate the heater with these programed settings, turn to page 26.  
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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 paused for longer than 2 minutes the display will return to the current time,  
and all programing up to that stage will be lost.  
The times and temperatures in the EXAMPLE box below can be used for learning how to set the program  
able thermostat.  
EXAMPLE Let's use the following schedule to program the weekdays...  
EXAMPLE SCHEDULE  
Time Setting  
5:30 am  
8:00 am  
Temperature  
76°F  
1
2
3
4
OFF  
72°F  
OFF  
Periods  
5:00 pm  
9:30 pm  
This example schedule is the same as the WEEKDAY PROGRAM on page 26.  
Press the Timersbutton once. The  
Programming  
Select  
1
2
display will show Select Program  
Timerand the Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su”  
indicators will flash.  
Clock  
Timers  
Timers  
Select  
Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su  
Program Timer  
Programming  
Select  
Press the button once, the Mo Tu  
We Th Frindicators will flash.  
Clock  
Select  
Mo Tu We Th Fr  
Program Timer  
Programming  
Select  
1
Press the Selectbutton once, the period □  
indicator will flash and the time and  
temperature display will be shown.  
Set  
3
4
5
am  
Clock  
Timers  
Select  
Mo Tu We Th Fr  
1
Program Timer  
Programming  
Select  
Press the Selectbutton again. The  
am  
1
period indicator will become stable,  
Clock  
Clock  
Timers  
Timers  
Select  
Mo Tu We Th Fr  
1
Program Timer  
the temperature display will go out and  
the clock will flash.  
Programming  
Select  
Press the button until the display  
am  
shows am5:30(as shown in the  
Select  
Mo Tu We Th Fr  
1
Program Timer  
1
example schedule for period ).  
Programming  
Select  
Press the Selectbutton again. The clock  
indicator will become stable, the pre-set  
temperature will flash and Select Program  
Tempwill be shown.  
Set  
6
am  
Clock  
Timers  
Select  
Mo Tu We Th Fr  
1
Program  
Temp  
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PROGRAMING THE TIMERS : EXAMPLE cont...  
Programming  
Press the button to set the pre-set  
temperature to 76°F(remember, we are  
using the example schedule on page 28).  
Set  
7
am  
Clock  
Select  
Timers  
Select  
Mo Tu We Th Fr  
1
Program  
Temp  
Programming  
Select  
Press the Selectbutton again. Now the  
Set  
8
9
am  
2
period indicator will flash and the time  
Clock  
Timers  
Timers  
Timers  
Select  
Mo Tu We Th Fr  
2
Program Timer  
and temperature display will be shown.  
Programming  
Select  
Press the Selectbutton again. The  
am  
2
period indicator will become stable,  
Clock  
Clock  
Select  
Mo Tu We Th Fr  
2
Program Timer  
the temperature display will go out and  
the clock indicator will flash.  
Programming  
Select  
Press the button until the display  
10  
am  
shows am8:00(as in the example on  
Select  
Mo Tu We Th Fr  
2
Program Timer  
2
page 28 for period ).  
Programming  
Select  
Press the Selectbutton again. The clock  
indicator will become stable, the pre-set  
temperature will flash and Select Program  
Tempwill be shown.  
Set  
11  
12  
am  
Timers  
Timers  
Clock  
Clock  
Select  
Mo Tu We Th Fr  
2
Program  
Temp  
Programming  
Select  
Set  
Press the button until the  
temperature shows - -and the OFF”  
indicator is displayed.  
am  
Select  
Mo Tu We Th Fr  
2
Program  
Temp  
OFF  
13  
14  
3
7
14  
, and then go to step  
3
4
Set periods and following/repeating steps  
to  
.
Programming  
Select  
Press the Selectbutton again. The  
period 1 indicator will flash and Sa Su”  
will be displayed.  
Set  
am  
Clock  
Timers  
Select  
Sa Su  
Program Timer  
1
15  
16  
3
7
16  
, and then go to step  
You can now program a Weekend schedule by repeating steps  
Once all timers are programed, Press the  
to  
.
Programming  
Select  
Timersbutton once to save all timer  
pm  
Clock  
Timers  
settings. The display will return to the  
Mo  
current time and the Set Program Timer”  
indicator will go out.  
To review all of the programed settings turn to page 30- WEEKLY TIMER REVIEW FUNCTION.  
For a description of how to operate the heater with these programed settings, turn to page 32- OPERATING  
THE TIMERS.  
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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 before operating the timers.  
To enter the Weekly Timer Review mode:  
NOTE: If the heater is left in Timer Review Modefor longer than 10 seconds without the or buttons being  
pressed, it will exit this mode and return the previous operation.  
Press and hold.  
Press and hold the Timersbutton  
for approximately 3 seconds(an  
audible beepwill be heard).  
Programming  
Select  
1
2
Set  
pm  
Mo  
Clock  
Timers  
Review  
1
NOTE:  
1
The Period , Mo, time,  
temperature, and Review”  
indicators will show.  
Press the button repeatedly  
to review the Weekly Timer  
program.  
Programming  
Select  
Set  
pm  
Tu  
Clock  
Timers  
Review  
1
The four timer periods for each  
day of the week will show in turn,  
starting with Mo(Monday) then  
Tuetc.  
Press the button to go  
backwards through the program.  
To exit the Weekly Timer Review mode:  
Programming  
Select  
Press the Timersbutton.  
1
pm  
Tu  
Clock  
Timers  
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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  
weekdays, and the weekend? Do I need a separate setting for each day of the week?  
Points to remember when writing your program:  
The four periods are set within a 24 hour time span.  
The start of a new period marks the end of the previous one, so each period only requires a START time.  
Period 4 ends with the start of period 1 on the next day(see page 26 for a reminder).  
Each period must be set to a later time than the one before it.  
If you want to heat during the period, select a temperature: H(high), 80 60, L(low).  
If you do not want to heat during this period, select the OFF setting.  
Write your own program:  
Use the tables below to write your own weekly timer program, then turn to page 28 to program the timers.  
Start Time  
Temperature or OFF  
Start Time  
Temperature or OFF  
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
FACTORY PRE-SET PROGRAM  
WEEK DAY  
The heater comes shipped with a factory set  
program(opposite).  
Start Time  
6:00 am  
8:30 am  
5:00 pm  
11:30 pm  
Temp or OFF  
72°F  
1
2
3
4
60°F  
74°F  
60°F  
If the heater is not set with a new program it will run  
according to this program when you operate the  
timers(Automode-see page 32).  
WEEK END  
If the Weekly Timer program settings are erased  
(see page 24), the heater will revert to this program.  
Temp or OFF  
72°F  
Start Time  
7:00 am  
1
2
3
4
12:00 pm  
5:00 pm  
70°F  
74°F  
60°F  
11:30 pm  
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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, and  
page 27 for an explaination of how to set the timers. Page 31 also provides a space for you to write your own  
individual program.  
If no personal program is entered, the heater will operate according to the the default factory settings as  
shown on the bottom of page 31.  
Follow the steps below to operate the timers:  
Press the ON/OFFbutton. The  
Man(Manual) and ONindicators  
will come on as well as the preset  
and room temperatures.  
Set  
Room  
Frost  
Eco  
ON  
pm  
Tu  
1
2
Man  
Override  
Auto  
ON/OFF  
Press the Autobutton. The Man(Manual) indicator will be replaced by the Auto(Automatic) indicator,  
and the current timer period will show.  
Set  
Room  
If the current period has been  
programed with a temperature,  
the heater will start heating.  
Auto  
ON  
pm  
Tu  
3
Frost  
Eco  
Override  
Auto  
ON/OFF  
Set  
Room  
If the current period has been  
programed with an OFF setting  
the heater will not heat during  
this period.  
Auto  
ON  
pm  
Tu  
4
OFF  
3
1
The heater will now operate according to the four periods programed into the Weekly Timer.  
RETURNING TO MANUAL MODE  
Press the Autobutton. The Auto”  
Set  
Room  
Frost  
Eco  
ON  
indicator will go out and be replaced  
by the Man(Manual) indicator.  
The heater will now heat depending  
on your manual settings(page 25).  
pm  
Tu  
Man  
Override  
Auto  
ON/OFF  
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OVERRIDE FUNCTION  
This function is used when the heater is in Automode(timer operation).  
It allows you to Overridethe preset timer setting until the beginning of the next period.  
For example, if the heater is ON, pressing the Overridebutton will turn it OFF until the next priod. If the  
heater is OFF, pressing the Overridebutton will turn the heater ON, and allow you to select a  
temperature, until the next period.  
To turn on the Override function:  
Remember: The Override function is for use in the Auto(timer) mode only.  
Press the Overridebutton. Override  
1
One of the following will happen depending on the current timer period setting:  
If the current timer  
period is ON (heating)  
If the current timer  
period is OFF  
or  
The heater will turn OFF, the  
temperatures will display -, and the  
Overrideand Offindicators will light.  
The heater will turn ON, the manual  
pre-set  
temperature and  
room  
temperature will show , and the  
Overrideand Onindicators will light.  
Set  
Room  
Set  
Room  
Auto  
ON  
Auto  
ON  
Off  
pm  
Tu  
pm  
Tu  
Override On  
Override  
3
OFF  
3
The heater will remain OFF until  
Press the or buttons to manually  
adjust the pre-set room temperature.  
2
1
a. the next timer period, or  
b. the Override function is turned off  
manually(see step below).  
The heater will remain heating until  
a. the next timer period, or  
b. the Override function is turned off  
manually (see step below).  
To turn off the Override function:  
Press the Overridebutton.  
Then the heater will return to the operation of the current timer period.  
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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 settings.  
In addition this function can be used to protect the elderly of infirm who may suffer from  
hypothermia.  
Follow the steps below to set and operate the Frost Protection:  
Make sure the heater is turned OFF.  
1
2
Press the Frostbutton. The  
Set  
Frost  
Eco  
Frost  
Frost Protection temperature  
and the Frostindicator will be  
displayed.  
pm  
Tu  
Override  
Auto  
ON/OFF  
Programming  
Select  
Press the and ”  
buttons to select the Frost  
Protection temperature.  
(Between 38°F and 60°F).  
Set  
3
Frost  
pm  
Tu  
Clock  
Timer  
When the Frostindicator is displayed the Frost Protection is operating, and will always prevent the  
room temperature from falling below the pre-set Frost Protection temperature.  
To turn off the Frost Protection:  
Press the Frostbutton. The  
Frostindicator will go out.  
Frost  
Eco  
1
pm  
Tu  
Override  
Auto  
ON/OFF  
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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 deactivated.  
To turn on the Economy mode:  
Note: The Economy Mode may only be set while the heater is operating(heating).  
Press the Ecobutton. The  
Economy Modeindicator will  
light.  
Set  
Room  
Frost  
Eco  
1
ON  
pm  
Tu  
Man  
Economy Mode  
Override  
Auto  
ON/OFF  
The Economy Mode now remains in the system memory.  
If the appliance is turned off manually, or stops heating as a result of an OFF timer period, the Economy  
Modeindicator will go out.  
Whenever the appliance starts heating again, the Economy Modeindicator will light.  
To turn off the Economy Mode:  
Note: The Economy Mode can only be turned off while the heater is operating(heating), i.e when the Economy  
Modeindicator is showing.  
Set  
Room  
Frost  
Eco  
ON  
Press the Ecobutton. The  
Economy Modeindicator will  
go out.  
pm  
Tu  
1
Man  
Override  
Auto  
ON/OFF  
Economy Mode: Information  
After the room is heated initially the air  
temperature may be dropped to a lower level  
without affecting comfort. 30 minutes after the  
selected room temperature (set manually with  
the and buttons or in an On timer  
period) is reached, the Economy Mode, if set,  
reduces the temperature by 2°F. After another  
30 minutes it reduces the temperature by a  
further 2°F, effectively saving energy.  
2°F reduction  
2°F reduction  
30 min  
30 min  
The Economy Mode will not operate if the  
heater is under capacity for the room size.  
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FUNCTION LOCK  
The Function Lock will help to prevent accidental operation of the appliance as well as children from  
altering the controls.  
To activate the Function Lock:  
Programming  
Press the and buttons  
at the same time. The Function  
Lockindicator will light.  
Set  
Room  
1
1
ON  
pm  
Tu  
Man  
Clock  
Select  
Timers  
Function Lock  
At the same time  
To deactivate the Function Lock:  
Programming  
Select  
Press the and buttons  
at the same time for approx 2  
seconds until a beepis heard.  
The Function Lockindicator will  
go out.  
Set  
Room  
ON  
pm  
Tu  
Man  
Clock  
Timers  
At the same time for 2 seconds  
NOTE:  
The lock can be activated when the heater is ON or OFF.  
If activated while the heater is ON, all controls other than the OFF switch will be locked.  
If activated while the heater is OFF, then all controls will be locked.  
If the heater is turned off while the Function Lock is activated, it cannot be turned on again until the lock  
is deactivated.  
Deactivating the lock releases the controls.  
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TESTING  
CHECK  
Testing Unit  
Fault-Failure Procedure  
Purge air from gas line.  
Refer to pipe sizing chart if in doubt about the size of  
the gas line.  
If unable to get the unit to operate correctly, contact  
Rinnai Agent, or Gas Utility. Please read the fault  
finding charts before reporting faults.  
Connection can easily be reached from the top, rear  
of the unit. Check for leaks, using soapy water after  
turning gas on.  
Do not use this heater if any part has been under  
water. Immediately call a qualified service  
technician to inspect the heater and to replace any  
part of the control system and any gas control which  
has been under water.  
Plug unit in and turn power on, (CAUTION 120V  
inside unit).  
Turn thermostat to HI, turn control to ON. Unit  
should ignite within 10 seconds.  
WARNINGDo not operate appliance with the  
panel(s) removed, cracked or broken.  
Installation and repair should be done by a qualified  
service person. The appliance should be inspected  
before use and at least annually by a qualified  
service person.  
More frequent cleaning may be required due to  
excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc..  
It is imperative that control compartments, burners  
and circulating air passageways of the appliance be  
kept clean. Ventilating system should be inspected  
and cleaned annually.  
If unit does not ignite, there may be air in the gas  
line, turn control OFFthen ONagain.  
Check pressures, regulator is factory set, if  
pressures are incorrect, check supply before altering  
regulator. Turn control to OFFposition, remove  
pressure manometer and replace test point screws.  
Re light unit, on HIsetting. Set thermostat to LO”  
the heater will cut down, then cut out.  
(Depending on the room temperature).  
Turn the power off. Replace the casing.  
Turn power on.  
Re check operation.  
Rinnai's service assistance telephone number is  
1/800/621 9419.  
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE UNIT UNTIL PROPER INSTALLATION HAS BEEN COMPLETED.  
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PRE-SERVICE CHECK  
Before asking for a service call please check the following points.  
These points are part of the normal operation of the unit.  
I At Ignition:  
Is the heater plugged in?  
Heater does not operate.  
Have the fuses or breaker blown at the switch board?  
Is there a power failure?  
Is the air filter blocked?  
Is anything blocking the outlet for the hot air?  
Is the flue blocked?  
Are timers set? Clear timers and operate again.  
The fan is started automatically after a short delay.  
This is to allow the heat exchanger to warm up, helping to avoid cold draughts.  
Warm air does not flow when the burner  
lights.  
This is caused by grease or oil and dust on the heat exchanger and will stop  
after a short time.  
Smoke or strange smells are produced  
on the first trial light up after installation.  
This is simply expansion noise from the heat exchanger.  
Sharp clicking noises at ignition, or when  
unit cuts down on the thermostat, or goes  
out.  
I During Combustion:  
This is the sound of the solenoid gas valves opening and closing.  
Clunking noise when the thermostat  
operates.  
Is the air filter blocked?  
Unit is not heating room.  
Is the set temperature high enough?  
Is the warm air outlet blocked by anything?  
Are the doors and windows of the room closed?  
Air filter is blocked or the louvers are  
blocked or obstructed.  
Allow heater to cool, clean air filter, operate again.  
Even after unit has cooled down the heater does not ignite again. Repair is  
necessary.  
Heater will not re-ignite after overheating.  
Contact your local agent or Rinnai for a Service call.  
I When the unit is turned off.  
This is to remove the residual heat from the heat exchanger, the fan will stop  
when the heater cools down.  
Convection fan continues to run after  
turning OFF.  
I Other Points:  
High efficiency appliances tend to discharge water vapor on cold days, this is  
normal.  
Steam is discharged from the flue terminal.  
Check whether filters are blocked, dirty filters will cause the heater of overheat.  
Switch OFF, then ON again when power is restored to re-set controls.  
Unit cuts off without apparent reason.  
Power Failure longer than 24 hours.  
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TROUBLE SHOOTING  
Your RHFE-431WTA requires very little maintenance, simply clean the rear fan filter as needed and  
wipe the outer case and louver section with a damp cloth.  
Problem  
Remedy  
Cause  
Not Plugged In  
Power Cut  
Plug In  
Re-ignite manually after  
power is restored  
(Initial Installation)  
Air In Gas Pipe  
Purge air  
(Installer)  
Gas Filter Blocked  
Miss Ignition  
Service Call  
Service Call  
Flue terminal obstructed  
Flue manifold not connected  
Louver obstructed  
Air filter blocked  
Clear obstruction  
Service Call  
Clear obstruction  
Clean filter  
Gas Escape  
Service Call  
Function Lock Set  
Gas turned off at meter  
On Timer is set  
Cancel Function Lock  
Turn gas on  
Cancel Automode  
General maintenance items are not covered under unit's warranty, such as cleaning dust, debris and  
carbon from flame rod, and improper set up of unit.  
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ERROR MESSAGES  
The Energysaver 431 has the ability to check its own operation continuously. If a fault occurs, an Error Message  
will flash on the Digital Display of the control panel. This assists with diagnosing the fault, and may enable you to  
overcome a problem without a service call. Please quote the code displayed when inquiring about service.  
CODE DISPLAYED  
FAULT  
REMEDY  
Check gas is turned ON.  
Service call if repeated.  
11  
12  
14  
16  
31  
32  
33  
34  
53  
61  
70  
71  
72  
73  
99  
Ignition failure  
Flame failure  
Overheat  
Check gas is turned ON.  
Service call if repeated.  
Clean filter  
Service call if repeated.  
Lower room temperature  
to less than 40°C(104°F).  
Room overheat  
Room Temperature  
Sensor faulty  
Service call.  
Service call.  
Overheat Temperature  
Sensor faulty  
Sparker failure  
Combustion fan failure  
Faulty ON/OFF switch  
Faulty solenoids  
Service call.  
Service call.  
Service call.  
Service call.  
Service call.  
Faulty Flame Rod  
Turn heater OFF,  
then ON again.  
Communication Error  
Flue block  
Check around flue terminal  
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.  
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MAINTENANCE / SERVICE  
MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS  
VISUAL CHECK  
SATISFACTORY  
This heater has been designed and constructed for  
a long performance life when installed and operated  
properly under normal conditions. Regular  
FRONT VIEW  
inspections, as outlined in this section, are strongly  
recommended as means of keeping your heater  
operating efficiently throughout the season.  
1. Cleaning  
Heater must be cleaned annually. Keep heater  
clear of dust and debris especially in and around  
burner.  
UNSATISFACTORY  
Cleaning procedures of heater are as follows:  
FRONT VIEW  
1) Turn heater off. Allow to cool for one hour.  
2) Remove the Front Panel by removing  
screws. See parts breakdown on panels.  
3) Use pressurized air to remove dust from  
around main burner.  
4) Use soft dry cloth to wipe cabinet.  
DO NOT DAMAGE OR DISTORT ANY PARTS OF  
HEATER.  
VENT MAINTENANCE  
VENT SYSTEM  
DO NOT USE WET CLOTH OR SPRAY  
CLEANERS ON BURNER.  
Must be checked annually for blockage or  
deterioration. See vent installation  
instructions.  
MAINTENANCE ELECTRIC MOTORS  
Motors are permanently lubricated and need  
no lubrication. Keep fan and motor free of  
dust and dirt. Clean annually.  
2. Visual check of main burner flames.  
Flame pattern should be as shown in the  
following Figures.  
The burner must flame evenly over the entire  
surface when operating correctly. The flame  
must burn with a clear blue stable flame. See  
parts breakdown of burner for location of view  
ports. Any and all parts removed for inspection  
or service must be replaced before operating  
unit.  
3. The appliance area must be kept clear and free from  
combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable  
vapors and liquids.  
4. The flow of combustion and ventilation air should not  
be obstructed.  
5. Verify proper operation after servicing.  
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WIRING DIAGRAM  
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CONSUMER SUPPORT  
Warranty Information  
The installer is responsible for your heaters correct installation.  
Please complete the information below to keep for your records:  
Purchased from:  
Address:  
Phone:  
Date of Purchase:  
Model No.:  
Serial No.:  
Installed by:  
Installers License No.:  
Address:  
Phone:  
Date of Installation:  
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 product remains at the site of  
the original installation. This Warranty only extends through the first installation of the product and terminates if  
the product is moved or reinstalled at a new location.  
How long does coverage last?  
Item  
Period of Coverage  
10 years from date of purchase *  
5 years from date of purchase  
2 years from date of purchase  
Heat Exchanger  
All Other Parts  
Reasonable Labor  
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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 that has been authorized by Rinnai. Rinnai will pay reasonable labor charges associated  
with the repair or replacement of any part or component.  
Replacement of the product may be authorized by Rinnai only. Rinnai does not authorize any person or  
company to assume for it any obligation or liability in connection with the replacement of a product. If Rinnai  
determines that repair of a product is not possible, Rinnai will replace the product with a comparable product, at  
Rinnai’s discretion.  
* If the Heat Exchanger fails due to a defect in  
material or workmanship within the sixth (6)  
through the tenth (10) year from the date of  
purchase, Rinnai will make the following  
allowances toward the purchase of a  
replacement Heat Exchanger:  
Heat Exchanger  
Year of Failure  
Allowance  
50%  
6
7
40%  
8
30%  
9
20%  
10  
10%  
How do I get service?  
You must contact a qualified/authorized service provider for the repair of a product under this Warranty. For the  
name of a qualified/authorized service provider please contact your place of purchase, visit the Rinnai website  
Georgia 30269.  
Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty service. You may show proof of purchase with a dated sales  
receipt, or by registering within 30 days of purchasing the product. To register your appliance, please visit  
Receipt of Registration by Rinnai will constitute proof-of-purchase for this product. However, Registration is  
not necessary in order to validate this Warranty.  
What is not covered?  
This Warranty does not cover any failures or operating difficulties due to accident, abuse, misuse, alteration,  
misapplication, force majeure, improper installation, improper conversion*, improper maintenance or service, or  
for any other causes other than defects in materials or workmanship. This Warranty does not apply to any  
product whose serial number or manufacture date has been defaced.  
* Improper conversion includes conversions for inventory adjustment.  
Rinnai is not liable for any special, incidental, indirect or consequential damages that may arise, including  
damage to person or property, loss of use, or inconvenience. Some states do not allow the exclusion or  
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.  
Limitation on implied warranties  
Any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness arising under state law are limited in duration to the period  
of coverage provided by this limited Warranty, unless the period provided by state law is less. Some states do  
not allow limitations on how long an implied Warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.  
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
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PARTS LIST  
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No.  
PART NAME  
TF COVER  
PART No.  
QTY  
REMARKS  
266°F OFF  
714  
715  
716  
717  
556F-524  
431F-1430  
ES-01174  
550F-0818  
1
1
1
2
FR LEAD  
OVERHEAT SWITCH  
EARTH LEAD  
719  
720  
721  
OHS3 BRACKET  
OHS3 LEAD  
556F-570  
556F-571  
431F-1220  
1
1
1
MOTOR LEAD  
801  
802  
803  
804  
805  
806  
807  
808  
809  
810  
811  
812  
813  
814  
815  
816  
817  
818  
819  
820  
821  
822  
823  
824  
900  
901  
902  
903  
904  
905  
906  
907  
908  
909  
910  
911  
912  
SCREW  
ZAA0420SZ  
ZEAB0408UK  
ZEAB0408SZ  
ZEDB0412SZ  
ZEAB0410SZ  
ZEDB0408SZ  
ZEDB0416SZ  
ZHAE0306SZ  
CP-30421-1  
ZDAA0410SZ  
ZEAB0406SZ  
ZEDB0410SZ  
ZEAB0408SC  
ZGAA2.608SZ  
ZAA0422SZ  
ZBA0410SZ  
ZHAA0406SZ  
ZEDB0408SC  
CP-30486-2  
ZEAB0414SZ  
CP-30408  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
SCREW  
ZBB0410SC  
ZAA0408SZ  
ZHAA0410SZ  
431F-1004-3  
SCREW  
SCREW  
CONVERSION KIT FOR L.P.G  
CONVERSION KIT FOR N.G.  
RATING PLATE  
RATING PLATE  
OPERATION LABEL  
FILTEL LABEL  
CAUTION LABEL  
CAUTION LABEL  
CAUTION LABEL  
STICKER  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
431F-1004-4  
-11  
LPG  
NG  
LPG  
NG  
CP-74167  
-12  
-11  
-12  
CP-74168  
556F-2055  
1001F-1651  
431F-1830  
556F-2065  
1001F-1656  
431F-1840  
431F-1841  
1
1
LPG  
NG  
CAUTION LABEL  
RATING PLATE SUPPORT LABEL  
RATING PLATE SUPPORT LABEL  
1001F-1654  
1
1
1
-7  
LPG  
NG  
LPG  
NG  
CP-74253  
-8  
-7  
-8  
CP-74254  
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FLOW DIAGRAM  
Flue Manifold  
Combustion Fan  
P.C.B  
Convection Fan  
Sub Heat  
Exchanger  
Thermal Fuse  
Over Heat  
Switch  
(No.1)  
Room Temperature  
Thermistor  
Over Heat Thermistor  
Flame Rod  
Main Heat  
Exchanger  
Modulating Valve  
Solenoid Valve No.1  
Electrode  
Gas Filter   
Warm Air  
Gas Inlet  
Solenoid Valve No.2  
Injector  
Damper  
Over Heat Switch(No.2)  
Main Burner  
Over Heat Switch(No.3)  
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Vent sizes:  
5 Vent lengths are available.  
inch (mm)  
S
A
B
C
D
Vent suits walls 3" 4 1/2" (75 115)  
Vent suits walls 4 1/2" 9 1/2" (115 240)  
Vent suits walls 9 1/2" 15 3/4" (240 400)  
Vent suits walls 15 3/4" 23 5/8" (400 600)  
Vent suits walls 23 5/8" 31 1/2" (600 800)  
1
S
2
A
3
B
C
4
5
D
NO.  
RANK  
PARTS NAME  
PARTS NO.  
QTY  
REMARKS  
1
2
3
4
5
6
M
M
M
M
M
VENT KIT S  
VENT KIT A  
VENT KIT B  
VENT KIT C  
VENT KIT D  
RUBBER SEAL  
FOT-150  
FOT-151  
FOT-152  
FOT-153  
FOT-154  
1
1
1
1
1
1
SEE PAGE 13.  
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EXTENSION SET PARTS AND INSTALLATION GUIDE  
FOT 155  
FOT 156  
FOT 157  
FOT 158  
20"(0.5m) EXTENSION SET  
40"(1m) EXTENSION SET  
80"(2m) EXTENSION SET  
BENT ELBOW SET  
This extension set is to be used for installations requiring extra distance.  
MAXIMUM VENT LENGTH 13' WITH 2 ELBOWS  
I NAMES AND NUMBERS OF PARTS  
A FOT-155(11.4-20.3 inch)  
B FOT-156(21.0-39.6 inch)  
1
0
NUT  
7
EXHAUST PIPE  
4
PIPE STOPPER B  
BENT ELBOW  
8
A
SCREW A  
2
PIPE CLAMP  
5
EXHAUST PIPE(STRAIGHT) 40 inch  
HOSE JOINT  
A FOT-155(29.5 inch)  
B FOT-156(49.2 inch)  
C FOT-157(78.7 inch)  
B
SCREW B  
6
9
3
PIPE STOPPER A  
WALL-FIXTURE  
AIR INTAKE HOSE  
FOT-155  
1
FOT-156  
1
FOT-157  
FOT-158  
A
EXHAUST PIPE  
1
B
1
1
EXHAUST PIPE  
2
EXHAUST PIPE(STRAIGHT)  
A
B
C
1
AIR INTAKE HOSE  
AIR INTAKE HOSE  
AIR INTAKE HOSE  
BENT ELBOW  
HOSE JOINT  
3
1
1
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
A
B
1
1
1
1
1
PIPE STOPPER A  
PIPE STOPPER B  
PIPE CLAMP  
1
1
2
1
1
1
2 SET  
3 SET  
4 SET  
WALL FIXTURE  
NUT  
2
2
2
4
3
3
3
6
4
4
4
8
SCREW A  
SCREW B  
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I TYPES COMPATIBLE WITH EXTENSION SET  
INSTALLING AN EXTENSION KIT  
Installing an extension kit requires construction of an air line and the exhaust line. The air line is connected  
between the Air Supply Elbow at the rear of the heater and the air inlet port on the Flue pipe.  
Similarly, the exhaust line is connected between the joint pipe at the rear of the heater, and the exhaust  
port on the Flue pipe.  
Caution: Check to see there is no debris in pipe or hose.  
I HOW TO INSTALL  
Example:Using 2 sets of extension set and 1 bent set.  
Example:Using 80 inches slide pipe set.  
Vent manifold  
(comes with main unit)  
Air intake elbow  
(comes with main unit)  
Pipe stopper A  
Pipe stopper A  
Pipe stopper B  
Pipe stopper A  
Pipe clamp  
Bent elbow  
Pipe stopper B  
Exhaust pipe  
Pipe stopper A  
Pipe clamp  
Pipe clamp  
Hose joint  
Pipe stopper A  
Pipe stopper B  
Exhaust pipe  
Air intake elbow  
(comes with main unit)  
40 inch straight pipe  
Vent manifold  
(comes with main unit)  
Hose joint  
Pipe clamp  
Pipe stopper A  
Pipe stopper B  
Pipe stopper A  
Pipe stopper B  
Hose joint  
Air intake hose  
Air intake hose  
1. How to connect exhaust pipes  
Exhaust pipe  
Fit inside  
Exhaust pipe  
Male end  
Male end  
Female end  
Female end  
Pipe stopper B  
Pipe stopper A  
Pipe stopper B  
To connect the exhaust pipes, fit the male end into the female end and clamp with pipe stopper A to prevent  
slipping. The exhaust pipe can be telescoped to the required length; do not cut it.  
Male end  
Female end  
Connect bent pipe  
Fit inside  
Pipe stopper A  
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2. How to connect air intake hose  
Air intake hose  
Air intake hose  
Hose joint  
Screw in counterclockwise  
Main unit air intake hose  
Air intake elbow  
Screw hose joint half of its length onto the air intake hose, then screw another air intake hose into the joint.  
The hose can be cut to the required length.  
IMPORTANT: The PVC air line is longer than the exhaust line and may need to be cut to size. Be sure,  
however, to thoroughly deburr all rough edges.  
3. Affixing the air intake hose and exhaust pipe  
NOTE: Maintain 1" clearance between exhaust pipe and  
combustible materials (0" clearance between exhaust  
pipe and non-combustible materials).  
Pipe clamp  
Air intake  
Screw A  
Screw A  
Air intake  
Pipe clamp  
hose  
Exhaust pipe  
hose  
Exhaust pipe  
Wall fixture  
Wall  
Screw B  
Wall  
Nut  
Set the air intake hose and exhaust pipe into the pipe clamps, screw the clamp onto the wall fixture, and affix to the  
wall with screw B.  
The air intake hose and exhaust pipe can also be screwed onto the wall using the pipe clamp and  
the nut.  
I CAUTIONS  
1. Maximum extendable length  
2. To prevent water condensation  
FOR BEST ROOM AIR HUMIDITY, KEEP WATER  
IN THE HUMIDIFIER TRAY.  
Condensed water  
may accumulate  
here, and cause a blockage  
preventing combustion.  
CAUTION  
13 feet, 2 bends  
Never allow the exhaust pipe to sag, as condensed  
water may accumulate and cause incomplete  
combustion.  
The bend where the hose and pipes leave the body is  
not counted.  
The air intake hose should run along the exhaust pipe.  
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3. Condensed water formed by  
combustion, will run back to the  
unit, and may overflow from the  
condensation pan if pipes are  
3˚ slope(approximate)  
longer then 8 feet. Therefore, pipes  
exceeding these lengths should be  
made to drain to the outside by  
giving their horizontal portions 3˚ or  
more downward and outward slope.  
4. Wherever the air intake hose and exhaust pipe  
run sideways, try to have the exhaust pipe on top  
(to prevent the air intake hose from sagging onto  
the exhaust pipe).  
Exhaust pipe  
Exhaust pipe  
Air intake hose  
Air intake hose  
QUALIFIED INSTALLING AGENCY  
The installation must conform to local codes, in the  
absence of local codes, the installation must  
conform with American National Standard (National  
Fuel Gas Code) known as NFPA 54 and ANSI  
Z223.1.1992.  
Available from the American National Standards  
Institute, Inc., 1430 Broadway, New York, N.Y. 10018  
or from the National Fire Protection Association,  
470 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, Mass. 02210.  
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103 International Drive,  
Peachtree City, Georgia 0269  
Phone:---419  
Fax:---624  
call 1-866-RINNAI1 (746-6241)  
431F-1720×08(00)  
Printed in Japan  
2008.09  
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