Energysaver Space Heater Co-Axial Flue System Installation Manual To Suit Models: RHFE-308FTR RHFE-309FT RHFE-556FTR RHFE-556FDT RHFE-557FTR RHFE-559FT RHFE-561FT RHFE-1004FTR RHFE-1004FDT These components shall be installed in accordance with: ! " # $ % & $ # $ '() ) * +* ) ' , ' &) ' !!). )"/ ). . ") */). &2 ,'(*" ). +)" * ; * !2 '()
TABLE OF CONTENTS CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 REGULATIONS, CLEARANCES & GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 FLUE TRANSITION CONNECTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL The following symbols are used to highlight specific requirements during installation steps. CLEARANCES Where required clearances will be provided and must be observed. FALL Ensure that the specified 2° fall is maintained to either the terminal or condensate trap. MEASURE Required measurements will be provided and MUST BE observed for correct installation. CUT Cut as required to the specified measurements. FINISH Ensure that burrs and swarf are removed from all cut ends.
REGULATIONS, CLEARANCES & GENERAL INFORMATION • The requirements of the current version of AS/NZS 5601 (Gas Installations) Note that AS/NZS 5601 is referred to in this instruction and was current at the time of printing, but may have since been superseded. It is the Installer’s responsibility to ensure that requirements of the current version of AS/NZS 5601 are met. • Manufacturers installation instructions.
REGULATIONS, CLEARANCES & GENERAL INFORMATION FLUE TRANSITION CONNECTIONS 4 5 2 3 2 1 3 2 3 5 4 1 5 1 4 Flue exhaust connection to heater. 2 Combustion air inlet connection to heater (Right hand ~ Small connection for models 308, 309, 556, 557, 559, 561 heaters. Left hand ~ Large connection for model 1004 heaters). 3 Rubber combustion air inlet cap (when fitted) is designed to fit both the large and small combustion air inlet and MUST cover the air inlet not in use. 4 Combustion air inlet.
INSTALLATION CONFIGURATIONS The following configurations are currently available. For alternative configurations contact Rinnai.
INSTALLATION CONFIGURATIONS • DIRECT When cutting the flue transition for joining to other components the minimum total length is not to be less than 300mm! DIRECT • DIRECT EXTENDED • UNDER FLOOR • SIDEWAYS UNDER FLOOR When cutting the flue transition for joining to other components the minimum total length is not to be less than 300mm! • DIRECT EXTENDED • EXTERNAL WALL • IN-WALL When cutting the flue transition for joining to other components the minimum total length is not to be less than 300mm! E
WALL PENETRATIONS It is critical that any wall penetrations are located correctly. CAUTION Ensure there are no wall studs, noggins, wiring or other obstruction within the wall cavity where the flue is proposed to penetrate. Ensure the location of the flue terminal can comply with the requirements of AS/NZS 5601. Figure 6.2 from AS/NZS 5601 and additional information is shown on page 2.
WALL PENETRATIONS Below are diagrams and associated dimension tables for wall penetrations for each Energysaver heater model.
FLUE KIT COMPONENTS ESDFK (Direct Flue Kit) ESFKITIW (In-Wall Transition, Flue & Cowl Kit) Internal Wall Plate Top Plate Bracket External Wall Plate Pipe Locating Spacer Wall Spacer Plate Drain Tube Flue Terminal Flue Transition Left Vermin Plate This Manual Flue Transition / Condensation Trap Silicon Grease 22mm x6 7mm x2 This Manual Mounting Strip Mounting/Securing Screws Grommet (Use with 1004) ESKIT03 (In-Wall Transition Kit) Silicon Grease Drain Tube Wall Clip Top Plate Bracket Right
FLUE COMPONENT ASSEMBLY CREATING A “DIRECT” FLUE INSTALLATION f e z Activities for creating a Direct flue installation: a. Locate Heater. a d c g b. Create Wall Penetration. c. Connect Heater Exhaust. CAUTION d. Connect Combustion Air Hose. e. Installation and fastening of Back Cover Kit. f. Cut Components (as required). g. Assemble Wall Terminal. z. Finalise Installation & Commissioning of Heater. CAUTION b The Direct flue kit (ESDFK) is suitable for walls up to 385mm thick.
FLUE COMPONENT ASSEMBLY e Total length can becan up Totalflueflue length to nine (9) metres long! be up to nine (9) metres long! z Activities for creating a Direct Extended flue installation: a. Locate of Heater. a d f c g b b. Create Wall Penetration. c. Connect Heater Exhaust. d. Connect Combustion Air Hose. e. Installation and fastening of Back Cover Kit. f. Cut, Fit & Secure Components (as required). g. Assemble Wall Terminal. z. Finalise Installation & Commissioning of Heater.
FLUE COMPONENT ASSEMBLY Activities for creating an External Wall installation: a.- f. Refer to Direct & Direct Extended (as required). Total flue length can be up to nine (9) metres long and can contain a maximum of three (3) ESBEND (3 x 90°)! j g. Assemble Wall Plate. h. Assemble & Fit Bend. i. Fit Condensate Drain. j. l Cut, Fit & Secure Components. Seal Joints (as required). i CAUTION k. Create Vertical Penetrations (as required). l. Fit & Fasten Roof Cowl or On-Wall Terminal. z.
FLUE COMPONENT ASSEMBLY Min’ required protrusion 50mm ! Ex te 4 ! 22mm x 3 ! rio rw all 7mm x 2 Ex te 5 rio r Ex te wa ll 6 rio r wa ll 4. Slide the external wall plate over the outer pipe protruding through the exterior wall. Align the arrow symbol to point downwards which will result in a 2° fall of the horizontal section of flue pipe towards the appliance as required.
FLUE COMPONENT ASSEMBLY CREATING A “SIDEWAYS” FLUE INSTALLATION Activities for creating a Sideways flue installation: a. Modify ESDFK for Sideways Installation. c g b f Total flue length can be up to nine (9) metres long and can contain a maximum of two (2) ESBEND (2 x 90°)! a d e b y b. Create Penetration in Side Panel. * c. Locate Heater. d. Connect Heater Exhaust. e. Connect Combustion Air Hose. f. Installation and fastening of Back Cover Kit (ESBSK). g.
FLUE COMPONENT ASSEMBLY 6. Attach the appropriate side spacer panel from the back cover kit (ESBSK A, B, C, D, E or F) to the rear of the heater in accordance with the assembly Instructions supplied with the back cover kit. 7. Mark the location of the flue penetration through the side spacer panel. 8. Remove the side cover panel and cut or knock out an 85mm Ø hole for the flue pipe to pass through. Ensure the hole edges are smooth. 9.
FLUE COMPONENT ASSEMBLY Activities for creating a Under Floor flue installation: a. Modify ESDFK for Under Floor Installation. c g f a e h d y b Total flue length can be up to nine (9) metres long and can contain a maximum of two (2) ESBEND (2 x 90°)! b. Create Penetration in floor. c. Install side panels of Back Cover Kit (ESBSK). d. Locate Heater. e. Connect Heater Exhaust. f. Connect Combustion Air Hose. g. Installation and fastening of Back Cover Kit (ESBSK). h.
FLUE COMPONENT ASSEMBLY Stand off clip Int eri or Int eri o Int e rw all wa ll rio r wa ll Floor Penetration location Internal wall plate 6 6. 7 8 Mark the location of the flue floor penetration, then the hole edges are smooth. cut an 100mm Ø hole through the floor. Ensure 7. Disconnect ESDFK form the heater. Pass ESDFK through both a stand off clip and the internal wall plate, then pass the assembly through the floor penetration. 8.
FLUE COMPONENT ASSEMBLY CUTTING ~ ESDFK, ESPIPE900 & ESROOFCOWL Cutting is not required for the purposes of joining ESDFK, ESPIPE900 & ESROOFCOWL together CAUTION Cutting of the last component in the flue assembly (the component furthest away from the heater) may be required to achieve the required flue system length. Cutting is also required at a wall penetration.
FLUE COMPONENT ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLING WALL TERMINAL ~ ESDFK & ESPIPE900 CAUTION Flue must terminate in accordance with AS/NZS 5601 Figure 6.2. Especially relevant is the requirement to have a minimum of 300mm clearance between the flue terminal and the finished ground level. It is not permissible to excavate a hole to obtain the required 300mm clearance, unless there is sufficient drainage provision. ONLY the direct flue kit (ESDFK) and the Co-Ax pipe (ESPIPE900) can be modified to create a wall terminal.
FLUE COMPONENT ASSEMBLY COMPONENT ASSEMBLY & CONNECTION ~ ESBEND CAUTION ONLY use PVC cement between externally located joints of PVC pipes to secure and seal these joints against ingress of dust and water. ONLY use non acidic silicone sealant between the joints of ’outer’ PVC flue pipes and any mating aluminium components (such as the condensate trap) to secure and seal these joints against ingress of dust and water.
FLUE COMPONENT ASSEMBLY CREATING AN “IN-WALL” FLUE INSTALLATION ~ ESFKIT03 & ESKITIW The In-Wall vertical Co-Axial flue system is installed within a stud wall with cavity depth a minimum of 90mm and is run vertically upwards through the stud wall cavity and includes a condensate trap. When considering the location of the heater due care must be taken to ensure that the flue path in the internal wall and roof space are free of obstructions such as studs, noggins, joists, braces, and electricals etc.
FLUE COMPONENT ASSEMBLY 4 4. 5 In the top plate directly above the transition assembly cut a hole for the flue path, the maximum width MUST NOT exceed 150mm. Ensure that the transition assembly is covered to prevent debris entering. Lubricate the O-Ring of the condensate trap and with the male ends pointing towards the heater fit the required lengths of ESPIPE900 to reach but not pass through the top plate, lubricating the O-Rings of each additional ESPIPE900 length before fitting.
FLUE COMPONENT ASSEMBLY Air intake hose Air intake hose Knockout 6 M odels 308, 309, 556, 557, 559, 561 ! Knockout removed. Protective grommet fitted. M odel 1004 6. Pass the combustion air hose of the heater through the right hand vermin plate. ! When installing a 1004 model heater the combustion air hose is of a larger diameter. A knockout is provided in the vermin plate that must be removed and a protective grommet fitted before the hose can be passed through the vermin plate.
CONNECTING HEATER EXHAUST & AIR SUPPLY CONNECTING HEATER EXHAUST This section describes how to connect the exhaust pipe from the Energysaver heater to the exhaust connection onflue transitions of ESDFK and ESKIT03. E x h a u s t C o n n e c tio n ESDFK ESDFK E S K IT 03 (When modified for use with “Sideways” and “Under Floor” installations) This joint MUST BE properly secured in accordance with these instructions using the clips provided.
CONNECTING HEATER EXHAUST & AIR SUPPLY NOTE The models 308 & 309 do not have a slide tube therefore do not need a retaining mechanism for the slide tube. The 556, 557 & 1004 are fitted with a fixing clamp refer to Fig. 5, to stop accidental disconnection of the slide tube. The 559 / 561 has the retaining mechanism built in to the slide tube assembly refer Fig. 4. ! Collar ! Collar Maximum limit of tube extension INCORRECT over extension of tube 4 5 4.
CONNECTING CONDENSATE DRAIN TUBE TO HEATER 1. Insert one end of the drain tube supplied into the rubber drain outlet of the condensate trap “ESCONDK”. 1 2. Carefully mark and drill a 10mm deep hole in the rear panel in accordance with the model dimensions shown below. Rubber Drain Outlet CAUTION For models RHFE-308, 309, 556, 557, 559 & 561 you must drill through both the raised rear panel as well as the back panel of the heater.
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