ULTIMA II Flued Space Heater Operation / Installation Manual MODEL REH-311FT(B) - Inbuilt MODEL REH-311FT(C) - Console This appliance shall be installed in accordance with: • Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions • Current AS/NZS 3000 and AS/NZS 5601 • Local Regulations and Municipal Building Codes This appliance must be installed, serviced and removed by an authorised person. All Rinnai gas products are A.G.A. certified.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS This heater 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 REH311FT has been certified by the Australian Gas Association. The AGA Certification Number is shown on the appliance dataplate. No parts or functions should be modified or permanently removed from the heater.
OPERATION INSTALLER: Go to page 15 for Installation Instructions NOTE ABOUT YOUR ULTIMA II ...........................................................................................1 DESIGN LAYOUT......................................................................................................................... 1 NAVIGATING THE CONTROL PANEL ........................................................................................ 1 FEATURES ...........................................................
ABOUT YOUR ULTIMA II DESIGN LAYOUT 4 1 Control panel 2 STANDBY/ON button 3 Burner filter 4 Air inlet louvre 5 Warm air discharge louvre 6 Thermistor grill cover 1 2 7 3 6 5 7 Dress guard NAVIGATING THE CONTROL PANEL 25 15 19 16 14 20 10 18 8 timer su GAS ECON 23 24 22 9 i0:30am AM PM AUTO OFF 13 21 12 17 2 11 2 STANDBY / ON button - used to operate and stop the heater. 17 AM/PM indicator - indicates AM or PM of clock or timer settings.
FEATURES • The Rinnai Ultima II is one of the most efficient gas space heaters available in Australia. This has been achieved by combining good design with the latest technology, making the heater both highly efficient and easy to use. • Downflow Convection operation and large capacity fan ensures effective heating to all parts of the room and reduces stratification. • 30 MJ/h input, large enough to suit most domestic applications.
IMPORTANT POINTS The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should always be supervised to ensure that they DO NOT play with the appliance. DO NOT allow children or elderly persons to sleep in the warm air discharge from the heater. DO NOT sit on this heater. DO NOT post or allow children to post articles into the louvres of the heater. DO NOT cover or place articles on this heater. DO NOT place articles in front of the louvres .
IMPORTANT POINTS It is recommended that a dedicated 240V 10 Amp earthed power point be used with this appliance. DO NOT use power boards or double adaptors to operate this appliance. Heater MUST NOT be located below a power socket-outlet. DO NOT remove the Dress Guard. The dress guard is fitted to this appliance to reduce the risk of fire injury from burns and no part of it should be permanently removed. It does not give full protection to young children or the infirm.
BASIC USER GUIDE Below is a guide to the basic operation of the Ultima II heater. For details on how to use the advanced features of this appliance please read pages 6 to 11 of this manual. NOTE 2 time GAS ECON weehen0 AM PM AUTO OFF 5 --:-- 6 3 4 1 7 1 To turn on the heater press the STANDBY/ON button, the On/Combustion indicator will illuminate Green (steady illumination) until the heater starts.
HOW TO OPERATE THE HEATER TO TURN THE HEATER ON 14 18 10 Before you begin ensure that the Gas and Power have been connected and turned on. 8 time GAS ECON weehen0 AM PM AUTO OFF 9 --:-13 12 11 2 The combustion chamber of this appliance requires purging before gas flows and the burner sequence begins. As a result the combustion fan starts several seconds before there are any signs of ignition. Press the STANDBY/ON button 2 once to begin the ignition sequence.
HOW TO OPERATE THE HEATER MODES TO DELIVER COMFORT AND ECONOMY Your appliance has several MODE settings to choose from. The factory default mode is GAS. If the mode is not adjusted this will be the default setting the next time the appliance is used. As a room is warmed, the walls and ceilings are also warmed, making one feel a little warmer than when the ceilings and walls were cold, even though the room temperature is the same. The economy mode prevents discomfort from overheating and saves energy.
TIMER OPERATION CLOCK AND DUAL TIMERS The setting of the Clock and programming of the Timers is done via the SET button 15 . Each press of this button will cycle the appliance through the available clock setting and timer programming modes. SETTING THE CLOCK 1 2 With the heater in the STANDBY condition press the SET button 15 once (if the digital display is blank press the SET button 15 twice) to enter the TIME function. The factory default clock display is SU 12:00 AM.
TIMER OPERATION PROGRAMMING TIMERS 1 With the heater in the STANDBY condition press the SET button 15 until the PROGRAM indicator 20 is shown in the display and the hour digits 13 are flashing. The WEEKDAY 21 AM 22 timer is the initial timer that is made available for programming. 15 22 21 20 GAS ECON weehen0 AM PM AUTO OFF timer on su i2:00am 13 2 3 4 TIMER ON - Hour. Press the up or down buttons 9 to scroll through and select the hour that the heater timer program will start.
TIMER OPERATION OPERATING TIMERS Before a timer program can be used the heater must be turned ON with the desired set temperature 12 and mode of operation 14 selected. To scroll through the available timers press the TIMER button 19 . When the heater is awaiting timer operations to begin the Combustion indicator 8 is illuminated Green. 1 2 3 4 5 14 GAS ECON weehen0 AM PM AUTO OFF To select the WEEKDAY Timer, press the TIMER button 19 until the WEEKDAY indicator 21 is shown.
LOCK AND OTHER SAFETY DEVICES USING THE OVERRIDE FUNCTION 18 23 This function is used to manually override the current timer controlled operation of the heater.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your heater needs very little maintenance, but the following information will help you to keep it looking good and working efficiently. Unplug before cleaning. IMPORTANT All parts of the heater can be cleaned using a soft, damp cloth. DO NOT use solvents to clean any parts. DO NOT spray aerosols in the vicinity of the heater whilst in operation. DO NOT place articles on or against this heater. DO NOT store flammable materials near this heater.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLE SHOOTING CHECKLIST Not plugged in or turned off. Mains power failure. (Initial Install) Air in gas pipe. Dust on air filters. Room too large. Air filter blocked. Louvre obstructed. Gas supply turned off. Gas escape. On Timer is set. Lock set.
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INSTALLATION GENERAL - INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................. 16 MAIN POINTS GOVERNING HEATER LOCATION............................................................................................. 16 UNPACKING THE APPLIANCE ........................................................................................................................... 16 ELECTRICAL SUPPLY............................................................
GENERAL - INSTALLATION WARNING The following pages contain information relating to Installation and Service. Failure to comply with these instructions could result in a fire 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 an authorised person.
INBUILT INSTALLATION, MASONRY FIRE PLACE 1. CHECK DIMENSIONS OF FIREPLACE Masonry Fireplace Dimensions 710 mm minimum Width w 805 mm maximum 605 mm minimum h Height 635 mm maximum d Depth 330 mm minimum w h d 2. CHECK FLUEWAY • Remove damper plate/baffle - Any damper plate or baffle which has been installed in the chimney shall be removed. • Check flueway is clear of obstructions.
INBUILT INSTALLATION, MASONRY FIRE PLACE 5. REMOVE GAS INLET UNION FROM HEATER • The inlet union/elbow should be fitted to the end of the copper supply tube before installing the heater in the fireplace opening. For access to union: • Remove bottom louvre panel, 2 screws in the lower right and left hand corners of louvres. • Remove upper front panel, 2 screws at the bottom right and left hand edges of the panel. • Lift panel to disengage top and remove from heater.
INBUILT INSTALLATION, MASONRY FIRE PLACE 8. INSTALL THE HEATER • Feed the copper tube through the supply access opening. • Connect and tighten gas supply union. • Secure heater to fireplace, there are pre-drilled holes in the heater flanges. • Drill additional holes if the existing ones are not in suitable positions. 9. INSTALL RADIANTS • Remove glass panel, install radiants as shown. • Replace glass panel. 10. CHECK FOR GAS ESCAPES • Use a manometer or soapy water. • DO NOT USE A NAKED FLAME. 11.
CONSOLE INSTALLATION, CAVITY TWIN SKIN FLUE 1. GENERAL • Depth of cavity wall must be at least 75 mm. • Select position of heater and locate studs. There must be a minimum distance of 345 mm and a maximum distance of 550 mm between studs. • Ensure ceiling and roof structure will not obstruct flue. 2. CUT OPENING IN WALL • The wall box measures 330 mm x 100 mm but the opening required is 335 mm x 160 mm. This is to allow for ventilation around the wall box.
CONSOLE INSTALLATION, CAVITY TWIN SKIN FLUE 8. • • • • • • • • • • • • FIT RECTANGULAR TO ROUND ADAPTOR Fit adaptor to top of twin skin. Fit 100 mm flue and approved cowl. Flue termination above the roof must comply with AS/NZS 5601. Locate the longer end inside the aluminium liner of twin skin. Position elbow into housing. The flue must be supported independently of the heater to comply with AS/NZS 5601. Attach loosely to housing with screw provided. Measure distance from floor to flue outlet.
CONSOLE INSTALLATION, CAVITY TWIN SKIN FLUE 12. • • • • • • • INSTALL HEATER Mark position of top of spacer on wall. Fit wall clips. Feed the copper tube through the supply access opening. Install heater, ensure spigot is correctly engaged into elbow. Replace top spacer, clipping the spacer into the wall brackets at the same time as attaching it to the heater. Secure top spacer with the four screws provided. The heater is now secured to the wall. 13.
CONSOLE INSTALLATION, MASONRY FIRE PLACE 1. GENERAL • • • • 2. • • • • • • • • In this type of installation the fireplace is closed off with fireproof material. The heater is placed against the fireproof material and a hole is cut for penetration of the flue spigot into the fireplace. The flue spigot must have an extension added to extend beyond overhead brickwork.The extension must be constructed so that it prevents falling debris entering the flue spigot.
CONSOLE INSTALLATION, MASONRY FIRE PLACE 5. REMOVE GAS INLET UNION FROM HEATER • The inlet union/elbow should be fitted to the end of the copper supply tube fore installing the heater in the fireplace opening. For access to union: • Remove bottom louvre panel, 2 screws in the lower right and left hand corners of louvres. • Remove upper front panel, 2 screws at the bottom right and left hand edges of the panel. • Lift panel to disengage top and remove from heater.
CONSOLE INSTALLATION, MASONRY FIRE PLACE 8. INSTALL HEATER • • • • • • Fit right and left rear covers to heater. Place top spacer (covers) in position temporarily for wall marking. Attach flue spigot extension to heater. Feed the copper tube through the supply access opening. Secure heater to the fireproof material using the clips in the top spacer (covers). Connect and tighten the gas supply. 9. INSTALL RADIANTS • Remove glass panel, install radiants as shown. • Replace glass panel. 10.
INBUILT / CONSOLE COMMISSIONING 240V inside heater, risk of electrical shock. CAUTION Commissioning 1. After purging and clearing supply, connecting gas and testing for escapes, plug the heater into the power point. 2. Remove test point screw, situated just above the barrel union on the inlet gas connection. 3. Attach manometer to test point. 4. Light the burner (See Customers Instructions page 6). 5.
INBUILT / CONSOLE BURNER PRESSURE SETTING CAUTION 240V inside heater, caution must be taken to avoid the risk of electrical shock. IMPORTANT The gas regulator is factory pre-set. Before making any adjustments to the appliance regulator, check the supply pressure. 1. With the heater Turned OFF. 2. Remove test point screw B , of the gas control 3. Attach manometer to test point C A . . A 4. Operate the appliance. (Start combustion). 5.
SPECIFICATIONS PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Model: REH-311FTB INBUILT / REH-311FTC CONSOLE Name: Ultima II INBUILT / CONSOLE General description: Gas input rate: Gas control: Burners Gas Inlet: Test Point Pressure: Flue System: Fan: Flue Termination: Combustion Fan: Ignition system: Power Supply: Data Plate: Installation type: Weight: Rinnai Ultima II Radiant / Convector, Forced Exhaust, Fully Automatic Space Heater.
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