Owners Guide and Installation Instructions 701 703 702 Electric Boiling Water Unit Models 3, 5, 7.5, 10, 15, 25, & 40 Litre This boiling water unit must be installed and serviced by a qualified person. Please leave this guide with the owner .
Australia Only Notice to Victorian Customers from the Victorian Plumbing Industry Commission. This boiling unit must be installed by a licensed person as required by the Victorian Building Act 1993. Only a licensed person will give you a Compliance Certificate, showing that the work complies with all the relevant standards. Only a licensed person will have insurance protecting their workmanship for 6 years.
Contents ABOUT YOUR BOILING WATER UNIT (BWU).................................................. 4 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................. 4 SETTING THE TIMER FUNCTIONS 701 & 702 SERIES .................................... 7 A) SETTING THE CLOCK .......................................................................... 8 B) SET TIMER TO STD/AUTO MODE ........................................................
ABOUT YOUR BOILING WATER UNIT INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing our Rheem Boiling Water Unit. Please take a few minutes to read this booklet because it contains important information about the correct installation and operation of your boiling water unit. The Rheem Boiling Water Unit supplies boiling water. It is made from high quality copper and is designed to be installed indoors.
TO TURN OFF THE BOILING WATER UNIT The 701 & 702 series boiling water units are supplied with a programmable timer (see page 6), the 703 series boiling water units have an Eco setting (see page 15) Rheem recommend the timer or Eco function be used to conserve energy. If it is necessary to turn off the boiling water unit: • Switch off the electrical supply at the isolating switch to the boiling water unit. • Close the cold water isolation valve at the inlet to the boiling water unit.
HOW LONG WILL THE BOILING WATER UNIT LAST? There are a number of factors that will affect the length of service the boiling water unit will provide. These include but are not limited to the water quality, the water usage pattern etc. Refer to “Precautions” below However, your boiling water unit is supported by a comprehensive Rheem warranty (refer “Rheem Warranty” on page 33). PRECAUTIONS The boiling water unit must be maintained in accordance with the Owner‟s Guide and Installation Instructions.
SETTING THE TIMER 701 & 702 SERIES TIMER FUNCTIONS 701 & 702 Series have 24 hour timers fitted. For 703 series go to page 15. Function Clock STD/AUTO Mode N/A STD AUTO Set ON/OFF Times N/A Sleep Delay Time N/A Remaining Life Filter Life* Filter Reset Set Filter Life Error Codes Boiling Temp Calib. Reset Service Menu Temp Override Software Version Temp Show ON/OFF TB Treq Description Set clock time. BWU „ON‟ 24 hours 7 days. BWU operates according to programmed „Set ON/OFF Times‟.
A) Setting the Clock 1. Press and release the (P) button, „Clock‟ is displayed flashing on the screen. 2. Press and release the (✓) button to confirm selection. „Set Clock Day‟ will be displayed on the screen with the day selection shown flashing. 3. Press and release the (▲) button until the desired day is selected. 4. Press and release the (✓) button to confirm selection. „Set Clock HOUR‟ will be displayed on the screen with the hours section of the time shown flashing. 5.
C) Programming ‘Set ON/OFF Times’ (For Use in ‘AUTO’ Mode) Note: A highlighted numeral i.e. 7:00 indicates that the highlighted numeral 7 is flashing on the display. X:XX is your time setting. 1. Press and release the (P) button until „Set ON/OFF Time‟ is displayed flashing on the screen. 2. Press and release the (✓) button to confirm selection. „SUN 7:00 – 7:00 Set ON hour‟ will be displayed on the screen. 3. Press and release the (▲) button until the desired hour appears flashing on the screen. 4.
D) Programming ‘Sleep Delay Timer’ Continued Note: The sleep function puts the unit in a standby mode after a user defined period (1 – 6 hours). The unit will enter „Sleep‟ mode if it has not been used for the programmed „Sleep Delay Time‟ period. During „Sleep mode‟ the unit will maintain the boiling water temperature at 0ºC instead of the normal Treq (Temperature required) approximately 97ºC. To exit sleep mode, press any Timer button or lever on the tap to reactivate the unit.
F) Accessing ‘Service menu’ The service menu has seven modes to select from (refer to „Timer Functions‟ on page 7). This function allows easy identification of problems occurring with the unit by the service technicians (see details on the table below for Product error codes). Each mode is accessed as follows: Select Appropriate Service Mode i ii iii iv v vi vii Error Codes Boiling Temp Calib Reset Temp. Override Software Version Temp Show ON/OFF TB Treq Product Error Codes i) Accessing Error Codes 1.
Notes: Error Code Table Fault codes without an asterisk (*) are informational only and the boiling water unit will continue to operate however the affected section may not function. * displayed is a critical fault. BWU unit will shut down and control board relay will deenergise. In Australia phone Rheem service on 131 031, in New Zealand call a Rheem Service Centre 0800 657 335 for a service call. ii) Accessing Boiling Temp Press and release the (P) button until „Service‟ is displayed on the screen. 1.
iii) Activating Calibration Reset Mode Continued, 5. Press and release the (✓) button to activate calibration mode. „Error Codes‟ will be displayed on the screen with any error codes listed below. 6. Press and release the (✓) button to revert back to the main menu „Calibrating Do Not Interrupt‟ will be displayed on the timer screen and the unit will recalibrate the boiling water temperature. When calibration is complete the timer display will automatically revert back to the main menu.
vi) Permanently Display the Boiling Water Temperature (Temp Show ON/OFF) This function allows the temperature of the water within the boiling water unit to be permanently displayed on the timer display screen. 1. Press and release the (P) button until „Service‟ is displayed on the screen. 2. Press and release the (✓) button to confirm selection. „Error Codes‟ will be displayed on the screen with any error codes listed below. 3.
SETTING THE TIMER 703 SERIES Timer Functions for 703 Series Eco timer The 703 Series boiling water units are supplied with an „eco‟ timer. The timer incorporates a „Sleep Delay Mode‟ which when activated will automatically shut the system down after a set period of time of no use (2 hours). To activate sleep delay mode, press and release the „eco‟ button. When the „eco‟ button is released the eco circle surround will illuminate green to indicate the unit is in sleep delay mode.
Activating Calibration Reset Mode: - 703 Series Different altitudes will cause water to boil at different temperatures. To prevent the water in the boiling water tank from boiling continuously (which is energy inefficient) the boiling water unit is fitted with an altitude calibration function which automatically operates when the unit is operated for the first time or if „calibration reset mode‟ is activated.
Operating the Boiling Water Unit Tap The 702 and 703 Series have a push - pull tap assembly. Water flows from the tap directly below the lever when the lever is operated. The 701 Series has a push - pull lever located in the front panel of the unit. When operated, boiling water flows from the spout on the underside of the unit. Water Supplies Your boiling water unit is manufactured to suit the water conditions of most Australian and New Zealand metropolitan water supplies.
SAVE A SERVICE CALL Check the items below before making a service call. You will be charged for attending to any condition or fault that is not related to manufacture or failure of a part. Not Enough (Or No) Boiling Water • Is the electricity switched on? Inspect the wall power socket to see if it is switched on. Also check the fuse or circuit breaker at the switchboard to see if it is tripped.
INSTALLATION LOCATION This boiling water unit is suitable for indoor installation only. INSTALLATION STANDARDS The boiling water unit must be installed: by a qualified person, and in accordance with the installation instructions, and in compliance with Standards AS/NZS 3500.4, AS/NZS 3000 and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements. In New Zealand, the installation must also conform to Clause G12 of the New Zealand Building Code.
WALL PLATE 3 AND 5 LITRE 701 SERIES 3 & 5 litre 701 Series have a wall plate supplied to allow fixing of the new BWU utilising the existing Lazer or Zip fixings. The wall plate has been pre-drilled so that the holes in the wall plate are located where the original mounting points were for the Lazer or Zip BWU‟s. Once the wall plate has been secured to the wall, the new BWU is easily mounted on to the wall plate by means of two hooks that locate into two elongated slots in the BWU back plate it.
copper). This pipe must have a continuous fall, not exceeding 3 metres in length and or contain no more than 4 bends (refer to figure 2). WARNING Serious damage can occur to person or property if incorrect material is used and the overflow/vent pipe degrades whilst in use. WARNING If the site situation requires an overflow/vent pipe exceeding 3 metres in length, then a tundish will be required for the overflow/drain discharge.
SERVICING It is suggested for peak performance that the Boiling Water Unit be serviced every six months in harsh water areas, every 12 months in normal water areas. WARNING Servicing must be performed by suitably qualified persons. Minor Six Month Maintenance It is recommended minor maintenance be performed every six months by the dwelling occupant. To ensure continuing satisfactory operation, it is suggested that the inlet strainer be serviced every six months by a qualified service person.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING This boiling water unit contains electronic equipment and insulation tests must only be conducted between neutral and earth or between active and earth. • 220 – 240 Volts AC, 50 Hz, Single Phase • 7.5 Amps on 3 Litre • 10 Amps on 5, 7.5,10 & 15 litre models • 15 Amps on 25 litre model • 20 Amps on 40 litre model A flexible cord is supplied on all 3, 5, 7.5, 10 and 15 Litre models. Do not loosen the cord grip or pull excess cord into the BWU.
COMMISSIONING To Turn On and Fill the Boiling Water Unit • Turn on the water supply and then the electrical supply at the isolating switch to the boiling water unit. • The unit should begin filling (check for external leaks) • 701 and 702 series, set the timer. Refer to “Setting the Timer” on page 7 • 703 series, automatic calibration begins when the unit is switched on. IMPORTANT: On initial start up, this boiling water unit automatically runs through a set-up cycle to detect the boiling point of water.
FAULT FINDING GUIDE *It is strongly recommended that any REMEDY be carried out by a qualified service person* Rheem Boiling Water Unit - Fault Finding Guide Symptom 1 2 3 4 The unit does not fill with water Possible Cause Remedy There Is No Power Supply Check The Electrical Supply There Is No Water Supply Check The Water Supply The Filter Is Blocked Check The Inlet Strainer, Clean Or Replace Electronic Controller Failure Test & Replace The Electronic Controller Solenoid Valve Failure Check
SPECIFICATIONS Rheem Boiling Water Unit Storage capacity (Litres) Max supply pressure (1) Min supply pressure Cold water connection Overflow / vent connection Supply voltage Electrical connection Element kW Approx Weight Kg Empty Approx Weight Kg Full Approx recovery L/hr (2) Approx heat time to full capacity (mins) (2) 70103 70203 3 70105 70305 5 70207 70307 7.5 70210 10 1000kPa 70215 70225 70240 15 25 40 50kPa 75kPa 100kPa RP½/15 RP½/15 220 – 250 Volts AC 50Hz 10A 3 pin plug 1.8k W 2.
DIMENSIONS AND MOUNTING SPECIFICATIONS Dimension (mm) 3 Litre 5 Litre 7.5 Litre 10 Litre 15 Litre 25 Litre 40 Litre H 220 271 X X X X X J 46 46 46 46 46 46 74 K 189 241 241 241 241 241 340 L 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 Note: - measurement „H‟ only applicable to 3 & 5 litre models. Slots do not appear on larger model back plates. Mounting hole Dimensions all models.
WALL PLATE DIMENSIONS 3 & 5 LITRE MODELS Figure 3a. Wall Plate Dimension Specification Dimension (mm) 3 Litre 5 Litre A 10.5 10.5 B 243 294 C 189 189 D 325 355 E 405 435 F 25 25 G 10.5 10.
DIMENSIONS SPECIFICATIONS 701 SERIES Figure 4 Dimensions Dimension (mm) 3 Litre 5 Litre A 283 334 B 206 239 C 435 465 D - - E 60 60 F 45 45 G 25 25 H 17 17 M 141.
DIMENSIONS SPECIFICATIONS 702 SERIES Figure 5 Dimension Specification Dimension (mm) 7.
DIMENSIONS SPECIFICATIONS 703 SERIES Figure 6 Dimension Specification Dimension (mm) 3 Litre 5 Litre 7.5 Litre A 283 334 334 B 158 191 191 C 435 465 515 D 231 264 264 E 60 60 60 F 45 45 45 G 44 44 44 H 17 17 17 M 141.
Rheem Warranty Rheem Boiling Water Unit Warranty New Zealand & Australia In addition to your legal rights, Rheem New Zealand Limited makes the following promise to the owner. We will repair or, if necessary, replace a defective boiling water unit or part of it, which has failed due to faulty manufacture on the following terms and conditions: 1. THE RHEEM WARRANTY – GENERAL 1.
Rheem Warranty Rheem Boiling Water Unit Warranty New Zealand & Australia 3. WHAT IS COVERED BY THE RHEEM WARRANTY FOR THE BOILING WATER UNIT DETAILED IN THIS DOCUMENT 3.1 Rheem will repair or replace a faulty component of your boiling water unit if it fails to operate in accordance with its specifications as follows: This Rheem warranty covers commercial and industrial installations.
Rheem Warranty Rheem Boiling Water Unit Warranty New Zealand & Australia 4. ENTITLEMENT TO MAKE A CLAIM UNDER THIS WARRANTY 4.1 To be entitled to make a claim under this warranty you need to: a) Be the owner of the boiling water unit or have consent of the owner to act on their behalf b) Contact Rheem Service without undue delay after detection of the defect and, in any event, within the applicable warranty period. 4.