Rinnai RF1800 Operation & Installation Manual
This appliance shall be installed in accordance with:
• Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions
• Current AS/NZS 5601 AS/NZS 3000
• 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 manufacturers instructions.
All Rinnai gas products
are A.G.A. certified.
Operation & Installation Manual
RF1800
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Congratulations on the purchase of your RF1800 Decorative Gas Flame Effect appliance
We trust you will have many years of enjoyment from your purchase.
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION. FOR SAFETY PLEASE READ
CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
OF YOUR NEW FLAME FIRE AND GAIN A FULL UNDERSTANDING OF THE APPLIANCE.
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Before You Start 2
Safety 3
Safety Devices 4
Appliance Features 5
Operation Instructions 5
Operational Safety 5
Power Failure 5
Cleaning 6
When to call for Service 6
Service 6
Installation Table of Contents 7
Contacts 22
OPERATION TABLE OF CONTENTS
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BEFORE YOU START
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
This appliance MUST BE installed by an authorised person.
The installation MUST conform to local regulations.
The installation MUST also comply with the instructions supplied by Rinnai.
Service and removal MUST BE carried out by an authorised person.
CERTIFICATION
The Rinnai RF1800 has been certied by the Australian Gas Association.
The Certication Number is shown on the appliance dataplate.
No parts or functions are to be modied or permanently removed from the heater.
Please keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
CARTON CONTENTS
The main RF1800 engine components are supplied in a crate, components for additional installation methods are
packed separately. The following table lists the contents for each component package, ensure that the components
listed for the installation method being installed are present before proceeding with the installation.
Item Description
Contents
A B C
1
Rinnai RF1800 gas re engine
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2
Gas connection kit: 200mm 3/8 Flexi tube with plug and 3/8” - 1/2” reducing are connector
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3
Burner end cap
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4
This Operation and Installation Manual
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5
Rear reector option for corner or fully recessed installation
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6
Instructions for reector panel installation
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7
Rivet pack
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8
End reector option for through wall or fully recessed installation
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9
Instructions for reector panel installation
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10
Rivet pack
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2
1
3
4
A B
C
7
6
5
10
8
9
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SAFETY
WARNING
DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT READING AND UNDERSTANDING THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
Taking time to familiarise yourself with the appliance’s features and operation will allow you to
get the most out of your appliance for years to come.
Please keep these instructions for future reference. Failure to comply with these instructions could
result in a re or explosion, which could cause serious injury, death or property damage.
Improper installation, adjustments, service or maintenance can cause serious injury, death or property
damage. Such work must be performed by authorised personnel.
The appliance must be installed in accordance with the local gas and electrical authority regulations.
Flue terminal must always vent directly to outdoors.
DO NOT extend the ue vertically or horizontally in ways other than prescribed in the appliance
manufacturers’ installation instructions.
For information on gas consumption, see data plate on the appliance.
This appliance must not be installed where curtains or other combustible materials could come into
contact with it. In some cases curtains may need restraining.
When considering installation ensure minimum clearances as in the following drawing are adhered to
for both sides of the appliance:
1000
(Min)
500
(min)
1000
(Recommended
minium height)
500
(min)
300
When within 300mm of floor
1000
(min)
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.
The appliance is not intended for use by young children or inrm persons without supervision.
Young children must be supervised when in the vicinity of this heater while it is in operation.
For protection of young children or the inrm a secondary guard is required.
If the supply cord is damaged or requires replacing, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or the
manufacturer’s agent or similarly qualied person in order to avoid a hazard.
DO NOT connect to an LPG Gas cylinder indoors.
A dedicated 240 V earthed 10 Amp power point must be used with this appliance.
DO NOT modify this appliance. Modifying from original specications may create a dangerous situation
and will void your warranty.
ONLY THE FLUE COMPONENTS SPECIFIED BY RINNAI MUST BE USED.
Unpack the heater and check for damage. DO NOT INSTALL A DAMAGED HEATER. If the heater is
damaged, contact your supplier for advice.
Before installing the heater, check the label for the correct gas type (refer rating plate, inside the
appliance). Refer to local gas authority for conrmation of the gas type if you are in doubt.
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SAFETY
IMPORTANT
DO NOT sit or lean against the heater.
DO NOT post or allow children to post articles into the heater.
DO NOT cover or place articles on this heater.
DO NOT operate / install this heater in areas where painting is taking place, or in places such as
hairdressing salons, where there may be uff and dust, and where aerosols are used.
DO NOT place articles on or against this appliance.
DO NOT use or store ammable materials near this appliance. Keep ammable materials away from
heater.
Combustible materials MUST NOT be placed where the heater could ignite them.
DO NOT spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance while it is in operation. Most aerosols contain
ammable substances which can be a hazard if used near this appliance when it is in use.
DO NOT use power boards or double adaptors to operate this appliance. The heater MUST NOT be
located below a power socket-outlet.
DO NOT place containers of liquid on top of the heater. Water spillage can cause extensive damage
to the appliance and create an electrocution hazard.
DO NOT CONNECT TO AN LPG GAS CYLINDER INDOORS.
Turn the heater ‘OFF’ when not in use.
DO NOT unplug the heater while it is in operation.
When the heater is operated for the rst time or after long periods of non use a slight odour may be
emitted, this is normal. However if odours persist switch ‘OFF’ the appliance and contact Rinnai.
Appliances incorporating a live fuel effect and designed to operate with luminous ames, may exhibit
slight carbon deposits.
This is primarily a decorative appliance and has not been designed as a space heater.
NOT INTENDED FOR FIREPLACE INSERT
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
DO NOT try to light any appliances.
DO NOT touch any electrical switches: do not use any phone in your building
Immediately close the shut-off valve at the gas meter or bottles
Call an authorised service technician
SAFETY DEVICES
Electrical Fuse:
The electrical circuits are protected by a fuse. When the fuse blows, the heater will not operate. The fuse must be
replaced by an authorised person.
Flame Failure Sensing System:
This device automatically cuts off the gas supply to the heater in the event of a ame failure.
Power Failure:
In the event of a power failure or power cut, the gas valves will automatically close. Refer to “Electrical Supply” on
page 10 for further details.
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APPLIANCE FEATURES
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
To operate your appliance for the rst time, ensure that the gas supply is on and that the appliance has been tested
and commissioned by the installer (refer to the “Commissioning Checklist” on page 20).
Your appliance should have been installed with a separate isolating wall switch mounted on a nearby wall and may
also have a start button connected to a relay*.
Turn the wall switch to the on position and within a few seconds you will hear a sparking sound and gas will start
to ow through the burner. Once a ame is established the spark ignition will stop.
If the appliance fails to ignite within about 5 seconds, the gas will stop owing and the gas control will “lock out”.
This is most likely when the appliance has just been installed or has not been used for some time. Turn the wall
switch off and the on again and press the start button and the cycle will start again.
If the appliance fails to ignite after 4 attempts then consult the trouble shooting section on page 20 or contact
your installer or an authorised service person to arrange a service call.
OPERATIONAL SAFETY
This appliance is factory tested and the installation MUST BE tested by an authorised installer. You should not
experience any odour from your appliance other than initial burn off smell the rst time it is used. Should any odour
persist after the initial burn in, turn off the gas supply and arrange for an authorised person to make a service call.
This appliance has a ame failure safety system which ensures that in the event of an ignition failure, gas supply
failure or ame being extinguished for any reason, the appliance will shut down. The appliance will attempt to restart automatically.
Lock Out
If the appliance fails to re-ignite then the appliance will “Lock Out” and will need to be re-set manually. This is done
by turning the power ‘OFF’ at the wall switch.
After manual reset wait at least 10 seconds before attempting to restart the appliance and if the appliance still fails
to ignite after 4 attempts then turn off the power and refer to the trouble shooting section on page 20.
NOTE
This appliance burns with a real ame and as such there are considerations to be made to ensure
the safety of children and the inrm. In such circumstances a re guard should be secured in
front of the appliance.
Furniture and other objects must not be placed within 1 metre of the appliance.
POWER FAILURE
In the event of a power failure, your appliance cannot be operated until power is restored.
NOTE
If a power failure occurs while the appliance is in operation and if the wall switch is left in the ‘ON’
position, when the power is restored the appliance will then automatically restart.
* Provision of a latched relay (see page 21 for details) or other automated power supply cut off
can be used to prevent the appliance from restarting.
Glass Burner
Glass Panels
Outer Trim
Heat Reflector Panels
(Additional Rear and End reflector panels not shown)
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CLEANING
Regular cleaning of your appliance is important to keep it looking its best. Some points on cleaning:
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to clean appliance while in operation or when hot.
DO NOT spray cleaners onto or around the burner as the liquid can get between the glass panels
and cause water spotting.
•
It is important to keep the burner free from debris such as dust, insects and anything else that could cause a
blockage. Carefully use a vacuum cleaner to clean the gap between the two glass panels that make up the
burner.
•
The burner and the glass panels can be cleaned using household glass cleaners, when doing so it is best apply
cleaners by cloth rather than by spray. DO NOT spray cleaners onto or around the burner.
•
The stainless steel reectors and trims can be cleaned using standard household stainless steel cleaners. Take
care not to scratch the steel or spray cleaners onto the burner
WHEN TO CALL FOR SERVICE
There are a few points to look out for that could indicate that your appliance requires a service call.
•
If soot starts to form on any of the panels (trim or glass).
•
If you can smell gas, regardless of whether the appliance is going or not.
NOTE
There can be a brief smell of gas as the appliance is going through the ignition sequence, however
this should soon stop once the appliance has started.
•
If there is excessive noise or explosive ignition as the burner lights, this could be due to blocked burner ports.
•
If the ames change shape or colour. Under normal operation the ames will be a bright, luminous, yellow
colour. If they become a dark, streaky, orange colour, or a very blue colour, this could indicate a problem.
Abnormal Flame Pattern
•
If the ame looks abnormal. Signs of abnormal ame operation could be:
A very short ame that does not reach across to the burner.
A very long ame that reaches far beyond the ame burner or long yellow
ames.
A roaring noise when the appliance in operation or the ame “lifting off” from
the burner.
•
If there are large soot deposits that keep building up on the burner or panels.
•
If there is excessive noise or explosive ignition as the burner lights, this could
be due to blocked burner ports.
•
If a smell of ue gas continues after the appliance has been operating for at
least 10 minutes. This could indicate a blocked ue or other problem. This
smell is acceptable during the rst few minutes as the ue heats up and starts
to draw.
•
If the ames change shape or colour. When the appliance rst starts the
ames will tend to be quite blue for a few minutes but will change to a more
yellow/orange colour as the system heats up, this is normal, but if the ames
either stay very blue, or turn a dark, streaky orange colour, this could indicate
a problem. Contact Rinnai for advice.
SERVICE
In order for your appliance to give years of comfort and enjoyment, it is recommended that it is serviced on an
annual basis by a licensed service gas-tter. Please refer to the back of this manual for contact details.
Disconnect the power and gas supply to the appliance before proceeding with the service.
Power Cord Replacement
If the power cord becomes damaged, replacement is to be by an authorised person only using a manufacturer
supplied part.
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