Rinnai Symmetry RDV3610 Operation Manual

Symmetry RDV3610

Operation Manual

Recommended for a new build installation into a false (mock) chimney.

Not suitable for retrotting into an existing masonry replace.

• Appliance must be installed with a Rinnai supplied ue system.

• Appliance must be installed, commissioned and serviced by a licensed tradesperson in
accordance with these instructions and all applicable local rules and regulations.

• Please retain this manual for future reference.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Please keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.

RECORD AND ATTACH YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE BELOW:

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Name:________________________________________________________

Address:______________________________________________________

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Telephone:( _______ ) __________________________________________

Date of Purchase: ______ / ______ / _________

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. During the 24 month period from date of

purchase and subject to clauses 2 and

3 below, Rinnai New Zealand Limited
(“Rinnai”) will, at its own discretion, either
replace or repair any defective product at

no charge to the customer.

2. This warranty covers manufacturing defects

only. This warranty will not apply if (for

example) the product has been improperly

installed or is otherwise installed contrary
to manufacturer’s recommendations, has

been damaged during or after installation,

has not been operated in accordance

with operating instructions, or has been
subjected to damage or abuse beyond that
expected from conditions of normal use.

3. Warranty claims may be invalid if not

accompanied by details of the installing or
supervising gas tter’s registration number
and the gas tting certication number.

4. This warranty commences from the date of

purchase. Proof of purchase is required at
the time of any warranty claim.

5. Servicing of the product is to be carried out

by a Rinnai authorised service centre.

All Rinnai appliances meet or exceed the

safety standards required by New Zealand

gas and electrical regulations. The company
is constantly improving its products and as
such specications are subject to change or

variation without notice.

Rinnai brings you peace of mind

with a 2 year minimum warranty.

Contents

WARNING

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance

can cause property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

For assistance or additional information contact Rinnai on

0800 RINNAI (0800 746 624).

Introduction 4

Safety 5

Installation process 6

Clearances 7

Mantels, surrounds, and hearths 8

General information 9
Wireless controller 12

Operation of your RDV3610 13
Modes of operation 14

Programming your controller 15
Operation using the controller 17

Operation without the controller 18

Troubleshooting 19
Abnormal ame pattern 20
Optional accessories 21
Commissioning 23
Installer details 23

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Introduction

Heat your home with four-star efciency

By installing a Rinnai Symmetry RDV3610 you can be condent that you are choosing an
incredibly efcient and safe heating source for your home. The Rinnai Symmetry RDV3610 was
awarded a four plus star energy rating after vigorous testing by the Australian Gas Association
for energy efciency and safety.

Gas Consumption: 19-33 MJ/h (low to high)
Output: 4.2-7.5 kW

Efciency:  80%

This manual has been written to:

• Highlight the safe operation and positioning of this appliance

• Provide advice on maintenance, servicing and troubleshooting to ensure optimum

performance

7.5 kW heat output

will warm up large

areas.

Heat additional rooms
in your home with heat

ducting capacity.

The intelligent Electronic

Timer Remote (ETR)
provides unmatched control
of your appliance.

Ceramic liners provide
additional radiant heat.

Convection fan helps
to circulate heat more

efciently.

Venting can be installed

either vertically or
horizontally for easy
installation.

Select frameless
installation to suit your
own taste, or choose

from a range of framing

options.

The ember bed glow of

the burner creates one

of the most realistic­looking res available.

Direct vent technology

uses outside air to

create a healthy living

environment.

Driftwood log set

creates an attractive
and contemporary look.

Large landscape window
provides a great view of
the re.

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Safety

WARNING

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 HEATER MUST NOT BE USED IF THE GLASS PANELS ARE DAMAGED

• DO NOT PLACE ARTICLES ON OR AGAINST THIS APPLIANCE

• DO NOT USE OR STORE FLAMMABLE MATERIALS NEAR THIS APPLIANCE

• DO NOT MODIFY THIS APPLIANCE

• DO NOT SPRAY AEROSOLS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS APPLIANCE WHILE IT IS IN

OPERATION

Do not restrict
warm air

discharge by
placing articles

in front of the
appliance.

This appliance
must not be
used for any
purpose other

than heating.

Do not spray
aerosols while
the appliance is

operating. Most

contain butane

gas which can
be a re hazard

if used near the
appliance.

Children should be
supervised at all
times to ensure they
do not play with the
appliance. Hand or
body contact with
the appliance must
be avoided.

Do not allow
anyone to sit,
lean or sleep
directly in front
of the appliance.

Do not allow
anyone to
post articles

through into

the heater

Do not allow
curtains
or other
combustible
materials to
come into
contact with
the appliance.

Do not

unplug the

appliance
while it is

operating.

Do not
use power
boards or double adaptors to operate this
appliance.

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Installation process

Basic outline of the installation steps and trades required.

Builder

Constructs frame.

Electrician

Installs electrical connection.
Standard electrical

termination is to the right

hand side of the appliance.

Gastter

Installs ue, completes gas

connection and completes
installation of the Symmetry.

Builder

Installs cladding.

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The appliance must not be installed where curtains or other combustible materials could come

into contact with the heater. In some cases curtains may need restraining.

The clearances listed below are minimum clearances unless otherwise stated. There are further

details on mantel and surround clearances on the next page.

1000

400

400

004

0001

To ceiling

Non-combusble

cladding

Non-combusble

cladding

Up-wall installations

If the Symmetry is being installed up the wall and close to the ceiling, the recommended

minimum clearance is 1000 mm.

Non-combustiblecladding

Non-combustible cladding such as 9 mm Eterpan MD1 (extending at least the full width of
the appliance and 400 mm in height) to be installed directly above the re as shown. This is
required to minimise the risk of scorching or re in the event of a power failure (fan will stop
running and hot air will rise directly above the unit).

Floorprotection

Heat emanating from this re may over time affect the appearance of some
materials used for ooring, such as, carpet, vinyl, cork or timber. This may be
amplied if the air contains cooking vapours or cigarette smoke.

To avoid this occurring, it is recommended that a mat be placed in front of this

appliance.

1

9 mm Eterpan MD (medium density) is supplied by PBS Ltd (www.pbs.co.nz). Other materials may also be

suitable, please seek advice from a cladding supplier as to the correct application and specication of the material.

Clearances

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Mantels, surrounds, and hearths

Hearths

A hearth is not necessary but can be used for decorative purposes or protection of sensitive

ooring if required. It must not obscure the front of the re.

A mantel and surround are allowed providing they are outside the minimum clearances shown

below.

A Mantel height from top of replace 400 mm minimum
B Mantel depth at 400 mm (vertical clearance) 300 mm maximum

For every 50 mm of added mantel depth, there must be an additional 100 mm of vertical clearance. For

example; a mantel depth (B) of 350 mm will require 500 mm (A) of vertical clearance.

C Surround from side of replace 300 mm minimum
D Surround projection at 300 mm (side clearance) 50 mm maximum

For every 50 mm of added surround projection, there must be an additional 50 mm of side clearance. For ex­ample; a surround projection (D) of 100 mm will require 350 mm (C) of side clearance.

C - Surround from side of fireplace

M

inimum Vertical Clearance 400mm

B - Mantel depth

A - Mantel height from top of fireplace

M

in

D - Surround

projecon