Rinnai RCE-229A User's Manual
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1. T INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS EEN 8 OPERATING INSTRUCTION PLATE 11 ADDITIONAL CUSTOMER OPERATING INFORMATION 12 MAINTENANCE SERVICE E 17 TROUBLE SHOOTING E KREE 18 SCHEMATIC DRAWINGS PARTS LIST WEE 20 ERROR MESSAGES zalesianie WENA EE 27 LIMITED WARRANEPO asa or SEA AAAA NAAR EiS back cover WARNING IMPROPER INSTALLATION ADJUSTMENT ALTERATION SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE REFER TO THE OWNERS INFORMATION MANUAL PROVIDED WITH THIS APPLIANCE INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS SUPPLIER FOR ASSISTANCE OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONSULT A QUALIFIED INSTALLER SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS SUPPLIER GENERAL INFORMATION THIS SERIES IS DESIGN CERTIFIED BY THE AMERICAN GAS ASSOCIATION LABORATORIES AS A VENT FREE CIRCULATOR AND MUST BE INSTALLED ACCORDING TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS i ANY 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 WWW rinnaina com 2 Model RCE 229A Input Rating Input Rating Weight Dimensions Btuh HIGH Btuh Low TOS jn pounds in inches RCE 229A N 6 000 2 000 YES Height 149 16 13 4 Width 14 3 4 RCE 229A P 6 000 2 500 wes Dep2. WWW rinnaina com 12 TIME TEMP DISPLAY Shows either the temperatures or coded error TIME TEMP ADJUSTMENT Increases or decreases the temperature setting as well as changing hours or minutes Make certain the heater is connected intoboth the gas and the electric power FILTER INDICATOR Indicates that the filter needs cleaning COMBUSTION INDICATOR Indicates that the burner is alight and the appliance is heating the room ECONOMY INDICATOR Indicates that the Economy mode is in operation O Economy O Filter O ON G ON OFF BUTTON Main switch for turning ON OFF FUNCTION LOCK Locks all controls when pressed Except OFF Model RCE 229A OPERATING YOUR NEW RCE 229A El TURNING ON Press the ON OFF button to operate the heater The ON indicator will glow green After approximately 20 seconds the spark generator will be heard before the burner ignites and the ON indicator glows red indicating that the burner is alight Warm air can be felt coming from the louvres 15 seconds later 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 E TURNING OFF Simply press the ON OFF button to switch off the heater The ON indicator will go out The convection fan will continue to operate for sever
3. button The setting will be cancelled and the timer indicators will go out The ON Timer will be cancelled if the power plug is removed from the power point a power failure while the appliance was in standby mode or if the ON Timer setting is cancelled 00 will flash on the digital monitor when power is reinstated Pressing the ON button and starting the unit will delete the OO WWW rinnaina com 16 Model RCE 229A MAINTENANCE SERVICE MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS This heater has been designed and constructed for a long performance life when installed and operated properly under normal conditions Regular inspections as outlined in this section are strongly recommended as means of keeping your heater operating efficiently and safely throughout the season Access to internal parts is from the front of the heater 1 Cleaning Clean air filter at least once a week Do not wait for filter warning lamp to come on before cleaning filter Do not use the heater with the filter warning lamp on this may cause it to overheat Dusty filter reduces the air flow through the heater as well as reducing the heater s effectiveness Clean filter with air pressure or vacuum cleaner FILTER Heater must be cleaned annually Keep heater clear of dust and debris especially in and around the ODS burner Cleaning procedures of heater are as follows 1 Turn heater off Unplug electric cord and allow to cool for one hour 2 Remove
4. 711 2 SCREW GAA0308SZ 229 801 RATING PLATE RC 229 527 1 RATING PLATE RC 229 527 2 RC 229 525 OPERATING PLATE RC 229 538 804 WIRING DIAGRAM RC 229 520 ANCHOR AU 102 902 SCREW CP 30408 903 MANUAL VALVE ASS Y BRR37 244 RC 229 550 z A Ho G JINIWIN O O N N N N O O OT OT N N cO R www rinnaina com Model RGE 229A ERROR ME S SAGES This heater 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 I Turn heater ON fF ow Css after setting heater upright Miss lanition Check gas is turned ON g Service call if repeated Ventilate the room Flame Failure Service call if repeated Back Fire Sensor Activated m eS r DAT amo OR again Service call if repeated Clean filter Powercut Turn heater OFF then ON again If you see other codes displayed contact Rinnai or your nearest service agent and arrange for a service call In all cases you may be able to clear the Error Message simply by turning the heater OFF then ON again Ifthe Error Message still remains or returns on the next operation contact Rinnai or your nearest service agent and arrange for a service call NO POSTAGE NECESSARY
5. IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST CLASS NO 118 PEACHTREE CITY GA ES Rinnai 103 International Drive Peachtree City Georgia 30269 Attn Heater Registrar l LEKT III EELER 21 Z LIMITED WARRANTY S RINNAI SPACE HEATERS Rinnai America Corporation warrants the products described in this warranty including any parts and components thereof to be free from any defects in materials and workmanship for the period specified below subject to the terms specified in this warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This warranty extends to the original purchaser RER ae mn 98988 EE MODEL PERIOD OF COVERAGE TYPE OF FAILURE COVFRFD SILENT SERVANT THREE YEARS FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS RCE 229A DATE OF PURCHASE AND WORKMANSHIP In the event of a malfunction operational difficulty or failure of the product or any parts or components during the warranty term resulting from defects in materials of workmanship Rinnai will remedy the malfunction operational difficulty or failure without charge to the owner The remedy will consist of repair or replacement of the product including payment of reasonable shipping costs at the option of Rinnai You may obtain the benefits of warranty coverage by returning the product to a qualified Rinnai servicing agent which has been qualified by Rinnai or its authorized distri
6. MANUAL VALVE CLOSED 9 After completing pipework secure the heater to the floor Use the two screws provided as shown in the drawing To prevent deforming base plate do not over torque screws 7 2 SCREWS WWW rinnaina com 10 Model RCE 229A property damage personal injury or loss of life INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTION PLATE CONVECTOR RCE 229A vc FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING WARNING If you do not follow these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing 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 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 Do nottry to light any appliance Do nottouch any electrical 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 Ifyou cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Use only your finger to push with Never use tools If the button will not reactivate by touch don t try to repair it call a qualified service technician Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immedi
7. Q x LLI L U O 229A 20 DRAWING S Gas Valve Burner Assembly Exploded View SC HE MATIC 800 621 9419 21 Model RGE 229A SCHEMATIC DRAWINGS Fan Blower Assembly Exploded View WWW rinnaina com 22 Model RCE 229A SCHE MATIC DRAW I NG S Electrical Wiring Exploded View Model RCE 229A 23 800 621 9419 P A R T S L l S T No 001 001 1 FRONT PANEL I RC 219 50 9 Pod fo SCREW ZFABO410SC CT 2 SCREW ZFABO408SC ET n 002 LOUVERASSY RE219 465 PAP 003 REAR PANELG REZA9427 j 1j n 004 TC CHECK HOLDER RESZ4731 PA n 005 005 1 TOP PLATE RC 229 516 SP __ 1 SCREW ZFABO410SC J 4 006 JAIRFILTER o RC 2HH992 PA po 007 TOP PLATE COVER RC 219 52 _ _ 1 SCREW CP 30486 2 e p2fp 008 TOP PLATE COVER SHEET RE219 56 pipo 009 OT BASE RC 219 41 5 Tt n SCREW ZFABO4105Z 5 100 100 1 SECONDARY AIR COVER RC 219 38 AO po e c SCREW CP 30518 1 ATI 101 BURNER ASS Y BURNER ASS Y 102 GAS CONTROL ASS Y c36D36S _ 1 103 jORIG IMIOB A10 j 2 104 CONNECTION PIPE ASS Y RC 229 512 1 C SCREW ZHAAO4065Z CT 2 105 105 1 INJECTOR HOLDER RC 208 22 AJ EEEE SCREW ZFABO4105Z 2 106 INJECTOR INJECTOR 107 107 1 DAMPER 107 1 DAMPER SCREW ZFABO4088Z Ct 1
8. The Economy indicator will glow to show that the Econom Economy function is activated y O z O O Filter C 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 with the thermostat 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 this is an energy saving feature The Economy mode does not operate if the heater is under capacity for the room size 2 F reduction 2 F reduction anneladwaj jasaly 30min El FUNCTION LOCK The Function Lock will help to prevent accidental operation as well as small children from altering the controls To operate the Function Lock simply press the Lock O Economy button The function is activated immediately and the O Filter Function Lock indicator will glow To deactivate the Function Lock simply press the Lock O Economy button for 2 seconds and the Function Lock indicator will O Filter go out The lock can be deactivated at any time in this way During normal operation the Function Lock may be activated and all controls other than the OFF switch will be locked Deactivating the lock releases the controls If the lock is activated while the heater is turned OFF then all functions will be locked If the heater is turned OFF while the Function L
9. 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 the appliance extending about 30 750mm in front of it 8 This heater can be installed in a bathroom or a bedroom When installed in a bathroom or a bedroom the heater must be wall mounted with optional wall mounting kit See page 26 of manual for part No of wall mounting kit WWW rinnaina com 4 Model RCE 229A S A F E T Y Do not install this heater in areas where spray painting or plating is taking place or In places such as hair dressers where there may be a lot of fluff and dust and where aerosols are used May create strong odors and irritate eyes and sinuses Do not spray aerosols near this heater while It is in use Many aerosols contain butane gas and can be a fire hazard Use of aerosols paint polishes etc while this heater is in use will cause unpleasant smells Do not allow children or elderly persons to sleep in the warm air discharge from the heater Model RCE 229A PO I N T S Do not move the heater while it is turned on Turn off heater when not in use and when away for long periods of time ON OFF BUTTO
10. joints between wall panels at penetrations for plumbing electrical and gas lines and at other openings LOCATION AND CLEARANCES 1 The minimum clearances from the combustible materials areas follows 2 inches from top 2 inches from back 2 inches from side 30 inches from front 0 inches from bottom 2 This heater may be installed on combustible flooring When the heater is installed directly on carpeting tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring the heater shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the heater 3 Adequate clearances for accessibility for purposes of servicing and proper operation must be provided 4 Adequate clearances around air openings must be provided 5 Right and left sides are determined when facing the front 6 Do not install in areas where curtains drapes clothing or other moving flammables are within 12 inches of this unit 7 This unit is designed to mount directly to a wall with optional wall mounting kit See page 24 for part No of wall mounting kit 8 Make certain of adequate combustion and ventilation air 9 Do not oversize the heater to the room 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 or appliance connector valve should be installed in the upstream of the ga
11. the two 2 screws that hold the louver and two 2 screws at the bottom of the left and right hand side panel 3 Use pressurized air to remove dust from around burner and electrical components Apply air pressure with nozzle to five 5 holes on combustion chamber cover See page 24 of schematics part RC 219 31 key 117 1 4 All outside parts of the heater can be cleaned using gt soap and water on a soft damp cloth gt lt AIR DO NOT DAMAGE OR DISTORT ANY PARTS OF HEATER E HERE DO NOT USE WET CLOTH OR SPRAY CLEANERS ON BURNER UNIT SHOULD BE CHECKED AND CLEANED ANNUALLY BY A PROFESSIONAL TROUBLE SHOOTING STEP 1 1 Be sure the heater is properly installed See Section 2 INSTALLATION 2 Make sure gas valve on L P Gas bottle or gas supply line is ON and gas pressure is available 3 Make a careful visual inspection of all electrical connection and wiring STEP Z If the trouble persists after checking step 1 please check the cause of trouble in the following trouble shooting chart and correct it by following the procedures shown Model RCE 229A 17 800 621 9419 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Please note General cleaning maintenance and wear and tear are not necessarily covered under the guarantee Calls of this nature may be chargeable Problem Remedy Plug In Re lgnite manually after power is restored Purge air installer Check with retailer ot Plugged In Initial Installation Air in Gas Pipe Room too
12. 08 O RING CSCS 13 14 tT 109 _ BLINDSCREW _ jau3965 pt pe 10 PACKING 37 j 1j 111 OUER Ipckonng r Ct 112 112 1 GAS INLET FLANGE A31F 1110 2 1 po SCREW ZHAA0412SZ CC 2 SCREW ZBAQ408SC AC 113 113 1 BURNER LID RC 219 39 A SCREW ZFABO4088Z PA po 114 x ELECTRODE rr RC328 322 Af 115 ELECTRODE BRACKET RC 334 136 A po SCREW ZFABO4088Z e 2 116 SILICONTUBE BC SACH ot 117 COMBUSTION CHAMBER COVER RC 219 31 Jij SCREW ZFABO4088Z J 6 118 118 1 COMBUSTION CHAMBER COVER LID RC 352 29 i sid SCREW ZFABO4088Z J1 119 HEAT SHIELD _ _ jRc293 1 120 SEPARATION BOARD GT www rinnaina com 24 Model RCE 229A P A R T S L l S T 121 121 1 COMBUSTION CHAMBER ASS Y RC 219 30 PA po SCREW ZFABO4088Z 2 SCREW ZFABO408SC 2 kann TC SPACER TC SPACER 123 THERMOCOUPLE BRACKET RC 152 224 J1 123 2 SCREW CP 30523 2 2 124 _ THERMOCOUPLE TOTAL ASS Y RC 511 66 1 tT 125 125 1 THERMOCOUPLE FIXER RC 210 89 2 1 125 2 SCREW ZFAB0406SZ CT 126 CONVECTION FAN R 2943 CT 128 128 1 BEARING RC 223 74 A SCREW ZFABO406SZ CT 2 131 e BOS OPa tT 132 _ NYLONTACK JRC224 C C j 1j 134 SUB P C B BRACKET RC 229 1013 1 SCREW ZFABO40BSZ CT 135 POWER SUPPLY CABLE BRACKET RC 329 1033 1
13. HOME OWNER INSTALLER FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE OPERATING HEATER RCE 229A SILENT SERVANT CONVECTOR VENT FREE SPACE HEATER Owners Operation and Installation Manual THIS IS AN UNVENTED GAS FIRED HEATER IT USES AIR OXYGEN FROM THE ROOM IN WHICH IT IS INSTALLED PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR MUST BE PROVIDED REFER TO INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGE 8 WARNING IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS DO NOT TRY TO LIGHT ANY APPLIANCE DO NOT TOUCH ANY ELECTRICAL 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 IF YOU CANNOT REACH YOUR GAS SUPPLIER CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS SUPPLIER INSTALLER MUST LEAVE MANUAL WITH UNIT AFTER INSTALLATION OWNER RETAIN THIS MANUAL SAFELY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE TAB LE OF C ONTENTS Page SPECIFICATIONS errespe EEE EAE AEE EEEE 3 SAFE TY DEVICES EE 3 R Saak CR hr WEE 4 SAPEI POINTS nacisnac 5 USAGE AND INSTALLATION MUSTS
14. Large ir Fi Clean the air filter weekly Clean obstruction er is Set Filter Warning Lamp Glows Combustion Stops During Takes too Long to Warm the Burner Doesn t Ignite Operation Function Lock Set Gas Turned Off at Meter WWW rinnaina com 18 Model RCE 229A N GS D RA W iagram O o SC HEMAT D W KOI 8 A KO ak use JB M ima Saw reen se lina IR ae un Kl NOLLV TIDON e r BI E lan J Sa ES Hais UI Avisi HT Hi 3 IDA 1d SIHL WOH4 ONOHd ONIGNNOYDS 3HL SAOWSY YO LNO LON Od 9 9e d9904 Guoud so1u popunoJb Ajiedoud e out Aqoelip pabbnjd sq pinous pue plezey yoous jsule e uono oid InoA 104 Gnjd Hulpunos6 Buoud s81u e yym poddinbo si ooueljdde eil suonon nsu Guipunous5 eou129 3 SNINHVM Hues oinelodwo 4 Y6 ISEO Ip JO OJIM UJIM pode dau sq 1snuw jl pooejdsl eq snw eoueijdde ou ym peljddns se aw jeuibuo eu jo Aue ji Bunias Joye uoneledo Jedojd AjilJen uoqeledo snolebuep pue sedosdwi esneo UCD s4011 HIAA SJOJ1UODJ Bunias useym Gundouvoosip o Joud sei UE jeqet NOILNVD s SES NOLON WI HOLINS 1 TIL 40081033 5nd SE WHHL il aremt a SIWEHL HL JAWA GION3TOS SNILV TOON FANN SIavd Tom a M RER SC tee ree waa AV TSIO TOMINOJ d Ss l as LH 621 9419 19 229A IN GS DR A W C S C HEMAT 3 o gt O O 2
15. N Do not sit on this heater aay DK A e 800 621 9419 S A F E T Y Do not place wet articles on this heater the water may drip into the electrical parts Do not turn the heater off by unplugging it from the wall or while the fan is cooling the heater off This heater is not suitable for use with a plug in type timer Le Ne Do not unplug during operation j ki Keep away from flammable materials Combustible materials must not be placed where the heater could ignite them Do not place articles in front of the hot air discharge PO I N T S Do not allow children to put articles in the louvers Supervise children playing near this heater Ventilate the room when this heater is in use Correct fixed ventilation is usually sufficient consult your local gas authority for local regulations Do not place containers of liquid on top of the heater Water in the heater can cause extensive damage L0 Model RCE 229A 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 USAGE AND INSTALLATION MUSTS 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 This heater is designed for use only with one type of gas either L P G or Natural Gas Make sure that the type of gas to be supplied to this unit matches that shown on the ratin
16. N Timer can be selected while the unit is in operation or while it is off if set during operation pressing the ON Timer button will stop the unit heating and the ON Combustion indicator will change from red to green The appliance will remain in standby mode Temp Time Presetting the time Pressing the W or A buttons alters the preset time After Set Temp O S A 10 seconds the digital monitor will go out Room Temp O is If the display has gone out WA w Pressing the W or A buttons once will show the remaining time on the digital monitor Pressing the button more than once will alter the preset time The heater will operate after reaching the end of the preset time ON Combustion Indicator glows red The heater will operate at the preset temperature selected in the system memory The heater will automatically operate at 80 F if the preset temperature is set to H The heater stops automatically after 1 hour The ON Timer indicator will flash to indicate that heating is about to stop at approximately 55 minutes After another 5 minutes the heater will automatically stop heating and turn off completely The ON Timer indicator will continue to flash until the heater is manually operated again The ON Combustion indicator will go out Pressing the ON OFF button will turn off the ON Timer indicator TO CANCEL THE ON TIMER Press the ON Timer button or press the ON OFF
17. SCREW ZFDBO408S8B CT 136 VALVE COVER n RC 606 96 PA Pe 137 CONNECTION PIPE FIXER RC 208 21 PA SCREW ZFABO4088Z PA po 138 138 1 OVER HEAT SWITCH ES 01183 PA po SCREW CP 30518 1 CC 2 139 CIRCUIT BOARD SPACER CP 904363 ATI 140 140 1 OUTLET RC 229 511 J1 SCREW ZHAA0412SZ 2 141 CABLECLIP _ j CP90252 j 2 142 THERMISTOR HOLDER RC 229 540 J1 SCREW ZFAB0408SB J1 143 143 1 CONVECTION FAN TOTAL ASS Y RC 229 523 1 gt SCREW ZFABO408SC_ CAT SCREW ZFABO4088Z J 2 144 144 1 PLATE HOLDER RC 229 539 2 SCREW ZFDBO410SB 2 700 PCBASSY RC2954 _ j 1j 700 1 P CB _ SEDANA j 1j _ 700 2 P C B FIXER R 2953 1 700 3 SCRREW ZGAAO308SZ _ Ja 700 4 SCRREW j FAB40SZ _ 1 700 5 JGNITERASSY CEN 84 0 C j 1j 700 6 SCREW OPRA 1 701 701 1 SUB P C B ED 189 J11 CURRENT FUSE SCREW CP 30421 1 NA 702 TF HARNESS RC 229 530 j 1 n 703 POWER SUPPLY CORD CP 90466 1 CT SCREW CP 30421 1 J1 Model RCE 229A R en 800 621 9419 QTY REMARKS 704 CONVECTIONFANMOTORASS Y RC 229 524 _ 705 THERMISTOR RES1653 081 UGOHECKLEAD WIRE JjRC 606G414 707 MVIG HARNESS o o o JjR 2959 _ 709 709 1 TRANSFORMER 709 2 SCREW 710 OVER HEAT THERMISTOR RC 241 70 SCREW FABO408SZ 711 711 1 OPERATION P C B 229
18. al minutes after the burner has gone out in order to cool the appliance Do not unplug the appliance while the convection fan is running DO NOT turn heater off by unplugging at the power point The convection fan will continue to run until the appliance cools LI ROOM TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT The room temperature and pre set temperatures can only be displayed and adjusted when the heater is running get Temp e Press the A button to increase the temperature setting or Y button to decrease the temperature setting Room Temp f d The temperatures can be preset to Delay ON Timer O O a L low about 50 F b 60 F to 80 F in 2 F increments c H continuously high If the heater does not ignite then the pre set temperature may not be set to a setting which is higher than the actual room temperature HM AUTO OFF FUNCTION When you select AUTO OFF the indicator light will glow You have selected a Full Thermostat Control Function The heater will cycle High Low and OFF to maintain the selected room temperatures When the AUTO OFF indicator is not glowing you have selected a manual off mode of operation The unit will continue to produce at least 2000 BTU h of heat until you cut the unit off manually Model RCE 229A 13 800 621 9419 OPERATING YOUR NEW RCE 229A El ECONOMY MODE The Economy mode only operates when the heater is turned on The Economy mode operates automatically
19. ately 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 STOP Read the safety information above on this label This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner Do not try to light the burner by hand 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 Turn Manual valve clockwise to the full OFF position Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you then smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information above on MANUAL VALVE CLOSED OPE this label If you don t smell gas go to next step Turn Manual gas valve to the full ON position Turn on all electric power to the appliance Press ON OFF button to ON Set the thermostat to desired setting Burner is lit when operation lamp glows red If operation lamp is flashing red burner has not been lit If the appliance will not operate follow the instructions To turn off gas to appliance and call your service technician or gas supplier Room Temperature Display Filter Warning Lamp Temperature Temperature Function Ignition Down Up Lock Button Turn off electric power to the appliance using the ON OFF switch located on the control panel Turn manual valve clockw
20. butor Any such warranty replacement or repair shall be subject to the terms and conditions of this warranty for the remainder of the original period of coverage In order to obtain the name and location of the qualified Rinnai servicing agent closest to you please write Rinnai at the address shown on the back side of the warranty card or call Rinnai at 1 800 621 9419 This warranty does not cover any failure operational difficulty or malfunction due to accident abuse misuse alteration Acts of God misapplication improper installation or improper maintenance or service or from any cause other than defects in materials and workmanship Any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness applicable to the equipment are limited in duration to the period of coverage of this express written warranty Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so this limitation may not apply to you Rinnai is not liable for any special indirect or consequential damages some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation may not apply to you Rinnai does not authorize any person or company to assume for it any other obligation or liability in connection with the sale application engineering installation use removal return or replacement of its products and no such representatives are binding on Rinnai The Warranty Registration Card provided below should be returned wit
21. e alerted to the hazard of high surface temperatures and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room with the heater L P G containers must not be installed indoors Do not install in a windy area such as facing a window or a door leading to the outside 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 Carpet lint or cigarette smoke may pass through the heater discolor and be deposited into the room This unit discharges a large volume of warm air at a low level to provide even heat distribution If the air in the room contains cooking vapors cigarette smoke and if used on carpet the surface in front of unit is subject to discoloration Some carpets contain dyes which can be effected by warm air flow and could discolor To aid in prevention of discoloration place a mat under the unit to extend to the front 30 Model RCE 229A 800 621 9419 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE BEFORE INSTALLATION The heater must be installed by a qualified service person according to this installation instructions When used without adequate combustion and ventilation heater air may give off carbon monoxide Check your local building codes for the proper method of installation In the ab
22. e time delay In cases where both the ON and OFF Timers are selected once the OFF Timer has run the heater for 60 minutes the ON Timer indicator will remain alight and the heater will be in ON Timer standby mode To cancel the OFF Timer press either the ON OFF button or the OFF Timer button at any time El ON TIMER OPERATION The ON Timer allows you to program the heater to turn on after a pre determined time period As an example if the time now is 10 30 pm and you wish the heater to start at 6 00 am tomorrow morning then the ON Timer must be set to 7 5 hours The ON Timer preset times are from 30 minutes to 24 hours These times can be selected in 30 minute increments up to 10 hours and then 1 hour increments up to the maximum of 24 hours BEFORE SELECTING THE ON TIMER CONFIRM That the desired preset room temperature has been set see page 13 Model RCE 229A 19 800 621 9419 WARNING Ensure there are no obstacles or foreign materials directly in front of the appliance where the warm air will discharge into the room Ensure the appliance is not positioned where warm air discharge will blow directly on someone sleeping Press the ON Timer button Set Temp o Room Temp O A The ON Timer and ON Combustion green indicators Delay ON rer SA will light up A preset time will be displayed on the digital monitor The first time the ON Timer is preset this time will be 8 0 The O
23. g plate on the heater This unit is not convertible WARNING Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous If a gas leak is suspected turn heater off turn gas supply valve off at regulator or appliance connecter valve Open windows to ventilate area immediately and contact your dealer or gas company Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person Heater should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service person More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting bedding material etc It is imperative that control compartment burners and circulating air passageways be kept clean Keep area near the heater clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids Due to its high temperature the heater should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies Do not place clothing or flammable material on or near the heater Any safety panel or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the heater An unvented gas heater will increase the amount of humidity in the room This heater is intended for space heating purposes only Do not use for other purposes such as drying clothes or baking paints Do not touch the outlet area while the heater is in use To avoid burns do not move the heater during use and avoid touching the heater just after turning off Children and adults should b
24. he heater is jolted or picked up while in operation Power Failure In the event of a power failure or power cut the gas valves will automatically close After the power is re instated the appliance must be restarted manually Model RCE 229A ki 800 621 9419 I MP OR TANT UNPACK HEATER 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 Manual Gas Valve IMPORTANT 1 The appliance must be installed in accordance with state and local codes 2 For information on gas rate see data plate on the appliance 3 When using this appliance ensure that the room is correctly ventilated Check the local gas authority for information on ventilation requirements 4 The heater must not be installed where curtains or other combustible materials could come into contact with it In some cases curtains may need restraining It must also be 2 50mm clear of walls 5 This appliance is not designed to be built in 6 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 7 This heater discharges a large volume of warm air at low level to provide even heat distribution If the
25. hin two weeks of purchase to help Rinnai better serve you However the return of the Registration Card is not necessary in order to validate this warranty S S S S Si S 3 3 3 S S 3 3 3 3 S 3 3 3 5 S S EXTENDED WARRANTIES ARE AVAILABLE CONTACT RINNAI FOR DETAILS Rinnai SPACE HEATER WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD e e Rinnai AMERICA CORPORATION 103 International Drive Peachtree City Georgia 30269 Phone 1 800 621 9419 Owners Name Installation Address City State Zip Dealers Name Address City State Zip Type of Dealer Model Type of Gas Serial No Date Purchased RC 229 521 Comments Printed in Japan 2002 2 PLEASE RETURN THIS CARD TO RINNAI WITHIN TWO WEEKS OF PURCHASE
26. ise nx 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 Model RCE 229A 11 WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause personal injury or loss of life Refer to the owner s information manual provided with this appliance Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier 800 621 9419 ADDITIONAL CUSTOMER OPERATING INFORMATION INSTALLATION Check room size and ventilation Do not oversize Improper sizing may cause nuisance lock outs CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT ON TIMER INDICATOR Indicates that the ON Timer mode is in operation messages AUTO OFF INDICATOR Indicates the thermostat off function is activated INDICATORS OFF TIMER INDICATOR i Indicate what information is Indicates that the OFF Timer mode is in operation currently displayed on the LED display S Set Temp O Rinnai RcE 229A Room Temp o Delay ON Timer O OFF TIMER BUTTON Selects operating mode for delay OFF Timer function AUTO OFF BUTTON ON TIMER BUTTON Selects the thermostat off Selects operating FUNCTION LOCK INDICATOR function mode for delay ON Timer function Indicates Function lock is activated
27. ock is activated it cannot be turned ON again until the lock is deactivated WWW rinnaina com 14 Model RCE 229A EI OFF TIMER OPERATION This feature is useful on cold nights when the unit continues to operate after you have gone to bed The OFF Timer can be selected when the heater is operating manually in OFF or in ON Timer mode When the OFF Timer feature is selected the heater will automatically switch off after 60 minutes Press the OFF Timer button The OFF Timer hou zk Indicator lights up Ricki m O O e OFF Timer The heater will operate at the preset temperature selected in the system memory The temperature will automatically run at 80 F if the set temperature is H If selected while the ON Timer is set the heater will come on and run for 60 minutes after which it will remain in ON Timer standby mode If the ON Timer is selected after the OFF Timer has been selected the unit will run for 60 minutes OFF Timer mode and then remain in the ON Timer standby mode In all cases where the ON and OFF Timers are selected together the OFF Timer will take precedence and run the heater for 60 minutes after which the heater will remain in the ON Timer standby mode OFF TIMER STOPS AFTER 1 HOUR Five minutes before the finish of the OFF Timer the OFF Timer indicator will flash indicating that the function is nearing completion The OFF Timer indicator will then go out at completion of the 60 minut
28. re installed through openings not furnished with doors are considered a part of the unconfined space The following formula can be used to determine the maximum heater rating per the definition of unconfined space BTU HR L1 L2 Ft X W Ft X H Ft X 1000 50 Consider two connecting rooms with an open area between with the following dimensions BTU HR 15 1 2 12 X 12 X 8 X 1000 50 52800 BTU HR If there is a door between the two rooms that can be closed the calculation must be based only on the room with the heater BTU HR 15 1 2 X 12 X 8 X 1000 50 29760 BTU HR WARNING If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that defined as an unconfined space or if the building is of unusually tight construction provide adequate combustion and ventilation air by one of the methods described in the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 Section 5 3 or applicable local codes WWW rinnaina com 6 Model RGE 229A INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unusually tight construction is defined as construction where a Walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating of 1 perm GX10 kg per pa sec m or less with openings gasketed or sealed and b Weather stripping has been added on openable windows and doors and c Caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints around window and door frames between sole plates and floors between wall ceiling
29. s line to permit servicing 3 Flexible pipe and any appliance connector valve used for gas piping shall be types approved by nationally recognized agencies Model RCE 229A 9 800 621 9419 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4 Any compound used on the threaded joint of 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 D 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 psi 3 5kPa The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its equipment shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psi 3 5kPa 8 A valve supplied must be installed on back of unit at time of installation This is for compliance to ANSI standard Z21 11 2 Valve is packaged with unit
30. sence of local codes this heater installation must conform with American National Standard National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 Available from the American National Standards Institute Inc 1430 Broadway New York NY 10018 or from the National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 All correspondence should refer to Model No Serial No and type of gas WARNING Electrical Grounding Instructions 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 This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by state or local code Aftermarket completion of sale not for purpose of resale from manufacturer This heater shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 defines a confined space as a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8m3 per kW of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space and an unconfined space as a space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8m3 per kW of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space Rooms communicating directly with the space in which the appliances a
31. th 611 16 Models are for Natural Gas Inlet Pressure within 4 3 10 5 W C Models manifold pressure 3 C Models are for L P Gas Inlet Pressure within 4 7 13 W C Models manifold pressure 4 4 W C Gas connection pipe size 1 2 N P T all models Overheat Switch When the heater gets too hot during operation for example when the filters or air outlet louvers are blocked this device turns the gas off automatically Remove cause of overheat clean filters allow heater to cool then re ignite Fuse The electrical circuits are protected by a fuse When the fuse blows the heaters will not operate at all The fuse must be replaced by an authorized person Flame Failure Device This device automatically cuts off the gas supply to the heater in the event of a gas failure To restore the gas supply to the heater turn it off then follow the ignition procedure Oxygen Depletion Safety Device If the oxygen level in the room drops below a pre set limit this device cuts the gas supply off to the heater If the oxygen depletion device operates turn the heater off ventilate the room then follow the ignition procedure to re light Heater will not re light until room is fully ventilated Tilt Switch If the heater is knocked over the tilt switch will cut the gas supply off The fan keeps running To restore the gas supply stand the heater upright turn it off then follow the ignition procedure The tilt switch may also operate if t
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