Rinnai SLIMFIRE 25 Customer Operation & Installation Manual
SLIMFIRE 25
FLAME FIRE
Customer Operation & Installation Manual
This appliance shall be installed in accordance with:
• Manufacturers Installation Instructions
• Local Gas Fitting Regulations
• Municipal Building Codes
• A.G.A. Installation code AS 5601 ‘Gas Installations’
• Any other local relevant Statutory Regulation
Installation & Service must be performed by an authorised person.
This heater is NOT designed to be built directly into a combustible opening.
For combustible opening installations, a Rinnai zero clearance kit is available
from your gas appliance retailer.
INSTALLER: MUST LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE UNIT AFTER INSTALLATION
OWNER: RETAIN THIS MANUAL SAFELY, FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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All of our gas products are A.G.A.
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As a purchaser of a high quality Rinnai product, we provide you with the following
guarantee on your new Flame Fire Heater.
* Heat Exchanger full replacement parts costs in the first year, reducing 10% per year thereafter.
The benefits conferred by this guarantee are in addition to all other rights and remedies
in respect of the product which you have under the Trade Practices Act and other State
and Territory Laws.
The appliance must be installed correctly, and the installation must conform to all local
regulations.
The installation must also comply with the instructions supplied by Rinnai.
The appliance must be serviced by an authorised person.
No Parts or functions should be modified or permanently removed from the heater.
Please note: General cleaning, maintenance and wear and tear are not necessarily
covered by guarantee. Calls of this nature may be chargeable.
Your Rinnai Space Heater has been approved by the Australian Gas Association, the
AGA Approval Number is located on the data plate of the appliance.
Please keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
PLEASE RECORD BELOW:
Free Labour Period Free Parts Period
FANS
1 Year 2 Years
HEAT EXCHANGER
1 Year 10 Years Pro-Rata*
ALL Other parts
1 Year 1 Year
Your Retailer:
NAME:
ADDRESS:
TELEPHONE:
Date of Purchase: / /
LIMITED WARRANTY
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WARNING
IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE OR
MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR
LOSS OF LIFE.
INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY AN AUTHORISED
PERSON.
This manual applies to the following models only:
IBFBN/A IBFSSN/A
IBFBL/A IBFSSL/A
Table of Contents
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CUSTOMER INFORMATION - SAFETY POINTS ........................................... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... .. 1
CUSTOMER INFORMATION - OPERATION ........ ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ............................................... 2
CUSTOMER INFORMATION - IMPORTANT POINTS ...................... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... .................. 3
CUSTOMER INFORMATION - SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................... 4
CUSTOMER INFORMATION - TROUBLE SHOOTING .. ... ... .... ... ... ... ................................................... 5
INSTALLERS INFORMATION - LOCATION ... ... ... .................................................... ... ......................... 6
INSTALLERS INFORMATION - FLUEING ................................... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ......................... 7
INSTALLATION INTO A COMBUSTIBLE OPENING ............................................................................9
CUSTOMER INFORMATION - INSTALLATION PROCEDURES .......................... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... 14
INSTALLERS INFORMATION - GAS CONNECTION......... ... .... ... ................................................... .... 15
INSTALLERS INFORMATION - ELECTRICAL CONNECTION .............................................. ... ... ... .... 15
INSTALLERS INFORMATION - LOG INSTALLATION ............................. ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ................ 16
INSTALLERS INFORMATION - TESTING & COMMISSIONING ........................................................ 17
INSTALLERS INFORMATION - WIRING DIAGRAM ...................... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ....................... 18
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ............................................................................................................ 19
INSTALLERS INFORMATION - DIMENSIONS ................................................................... ... ... ... ... .... 19
INSTALLATION / COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST ............................................................................. 20
INSTALLERS / GAS FITTER DETAILS ............................................................................................... 20
CUSTOMER CONTACTS .................................................................................................................... 21
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Do not spray aer osols whilst the heater
is operating. Most aerosols contain
butane gas, w h ich can be a fire hazard if
used near the heater when it is in use.
Do not restrict the warm air discharge by
placing articles in front of the heater.
Do not allow anyone to post articles
through the louvres.
Do not allow young children or the infirm
to sleep di rectly in front of the heater.
Young children should be supervised at
all times. Hand or body contact with the
louvres must be avoided.
This appliance must not be used for any
purpose other than heating.
Do not allow curtains or other flammable
or combustible materials t o come into
contact with the heater.
Do not allow anyone to sit on or lean
against the appliance.
DO NOT PLACE ARTICLES ON OR AGAINST THIS APPLIANCE.
DO NOT USE OR STORE FLAMMABLE MATERIALS NEAR THIS APPLIANCE.
DO NOT SPRAY AEROSOLS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS APPLIANCE WHILST IT IS IN OPERATION.
CUSTOMER INFORMATION - SAFETY POINTS
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IMPORTANT: You must read and
understand these instructions fully
before operating the heater.
The controls are located on the lower
left hand side of the heater.
• Ignition
Press the right hand control button firmly. This
operates the built-in safety device and starts
the electronic spark. The front burner and
pilot will ignite. Check that the burner has lit
and continue to hold the button down for up to
15 seconds. The spark will continue while the
button is held down.
If the burner does not remain alight, push the
button again and release it. This will return it
to the ‘OFF’ position. Wait 30 seconds, then
repeat the ignition procedure.
(The ignition button must be in the “OFF”
position before attempting re-ignition).
• To adjust the heat
Press the control buttons in order from right to
left, this will ignite additional burners as shown
in diagram below.
There is no need to hold the buttons for 15
seconds when increasing the heat.
• To turn the heater off
Press and release the buttons in order from
left to right until all 3 buttons are in the “OFF”
(OUT) position. The fan will stop when the
heater cools down.
Ensure all burners are extinguished.
• Fan operation
The fan will operate authomatically when the
heater warms up, and will stop when the
combustion chamber cools.
When the heater is on the ‘high’ setting the fan
will operate on high speed when the heater is
hot.
When the heater is on the ’low’ or ‘medium’
heat setting, the fan will operate on slow
speed when the heater is hot.
When the heater is on its lowest setting the fan
may turn off as the heater cools and restart
when warm again.
NOTE: If there is a power failure when
the heater is in operation the overheat
protection may shut off the gas to
protect the heater. In the event of a
power failure, turning the heater to its
lowest setting may allow the heater to
continue operating without
overheating.
The fan will not work without electrical power.
The fan may continue to operate on slow
speed when the burners have been
extinguished until the heater cools down.
Buttons Fan Burner pattern
1. Ignition / Low 7.7 MJ/h (NAT) 9 MJ/h (Propane) Low
2. Medium 14.2 MJ/h (NAT) 15.8 MJ/h (Propane Low)
3. High 25 MJ/h (NAT) 25 MJ/h (Propane) High
HIGH MED
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LOW
CUSTOMER INFORMATION - OPERATION
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Before installing this product, please read this manual carefully.
Unpack the heater and check for damage. DO NOT INSTALL DAMAGED HEATER.
If the heater is damaged, contact your supplier for advice. Before installing the heater,
check the label for the correct gas type (see rating plate, front right hand side of
bottom panel). Refer to local gas authority for confirmation of the gas type if you are
in doubt.
Included in the carton
Customer operation information, roll of sealing foam, ceramic log set and granules.
IMPORTANT
Before using this product, please read this manual carefully to make sure of proper
use of the product.
The user shall be advised that appliances incorporating a live fuel effect, and designed
to operate with luminous flames, may exhibit slight carbon deposits.
1. The appliance must be installed in accordance
with the local gas and electrical authority
regulations.
2. For information on gas consumption, see data
plate on the appliance.
3. Ensure that the area in which the appliance is
installed has adequate fixed ventilation, this
fixed ventilation must be provided as per
AS5601.
4. DO NOT connect to an LPG/Propane Gas
cylinder indoors.
5. 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.
6. This appliance is not designed to be built
directly into a combustible opening.
7. Heater must not be located below a power
socket-outlet.
8. The local gas and electrical authorities will be
able to advise on local regulations.
9. Heat emanating from the front of this appliance
may over time affect the appearance of some
materials used for flooring such as carpet, vinyl,
cork or timber. This effect may be amplified if
the air in the room contains cooking vapours or
cigarette smoke. To avoid this possibility, it is
recommended that a mat be placed in front of
the appliance, extending at least 750 mm in
front of it.
10. The appliance is not intended for use by young
children or infirm persons without supervision.
11. Young children should be supervised to ensure
they do not play with the appliance.
12. If the supply cord, gas hose or glass are
damaged or require replacing, they must be
replaced by the manufacturer or the
manufacturers agent or similarly qualified
person in order to avoid a hazard.
13. Do not allow articles to be posted through the
louvres or openings.
14. Do not spray aerosols near this heater whilst it
is in use. Most aerosols contain butane gas
which can be a fire hazard if used near this
heater when in use. Use of aerosols, paint,
polishes etc whilst this heater is in use may
cause unpleasant smells.
15. Do not operate/install this heater in places
where painting is taking place, or in places
such as hair dressing salons, where there may
be a lot of fluff and dust, and where aerosols
are used.
16. Do not unplug the heater while it is still in
operation or the fan is operating.
17. Do not turn off heater by unplugging it at the
wall.
18. Do not place articles on or against this
appliance.
19. Do not place clothes racks etc. directly in front
of the heater.
20. Do not store flammable materials near the
heater. Combustible materials must not be
allowed where the heater could ignite them.
21. The heater may emit smoke when first started
which may take up to 2 Hours to disappear.
This is part of the burning in process and
normal, ensure adequate ventilation during
this period.
22. The guard is fitted to this appliance to reduce
the risk of fire or injury from burns and no part
of it should be permanently removed, for
protection of young children or the infirm, this
secondary guard is required.
CUSTOMER INFORMATION - IMPORTANT POINTS
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Model: Slimfire IBFBN/A (NG)
Slimfire IBFBL/A (Propane)
Description: Inbuilt Radiant/Convector, glass fronted, ceramic log space
heater with forced convection and natural draft flue system.
Output: 18 MJ/hr
Gas Control: Push button combination control valve
Burners: Ember bed and flame burner
Warm Air Discharge: Top front louvres
Flue: Natural draft rectangular flue
Ignition: Electronic spark
Power Supply: 240 V 50 Hz
Rating Plate location: Bottom panel, front right hand side
Weight: 39 Kgs.
CUSTOMER INFORMATION - SPECIFICATIONS
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•NOTE:
If you have any other faults or problems, please refer to your installer or a Rinnai Customer
Care Centre Consultant on 1300 366 388.
• IMPORTANT:
Do not remove any panels or attempt to carry out any service work other than that mentioned
in the trouble shooting chart.
•SERVICE:
Rinnai has a service and spare parts network with personnel who are fully trained and equ ipped
to give the best service on your Rinnai appliance.
If your appliance needs service, please ring one of the service contact numbers located on the
back of this instruction booklet.
Rinnai recommends that this appliance should be serviced annually by a qualified service
technician, including inspection of the flue system.
SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION
Burner will not light • No power present
• No gas present
•Power cut
• Air in gas supply pipe
• Ignition failure
• Ensure power cord is plugged in
and turned on.
• Ensure gas supply is turned on.
• Re-ignite when power has been
restored.
• Purge air (installer).
• Repeat lighting procedure (refer
page 2)
Smell of gas • Leaking gas • Turn off gas at meter or LPG /
Propane cylinder and call
installer.
Fan not working • Heat Switch not activated
• No power present
• Allow heater to run on ‘high’ for
about 5 minutes.
• Ensure power cord is plugged in
and turned on.
• Check power supply.
Small soot deposits • Normal operation • No action required.
Severe soot deposits
forming on logs or glass
• Inadequate flue syst em
• Incorrect gas pressure
• Log misalignment
• Call Rinnai Service Department
/ Agent.
Condensation on glass • Normal operation • Allow heater to warm up.
Streaky lines on glass • Normal operation • Call Rinnai Service Department
/ Agent.
CUSTOMER INFORMATION - TROUBLE SHOOTING
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