Owner’s Operation and Installation Manual for the RHFE-263FA Energysaver Gas Direct Vent Wall Furnace Table of Contents ...........2 Safety Information...........3 Operating Instructions.....6 Care and Maintenance....10 Fault Codes ....................13 Installation Instructions ...14 Consumer Support..........40 WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
This appliance may be installed as an OEM installation in a manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home and must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and the Manufactured Home construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, in the United States, or the Mobile Home Standard, CAN/CSA Z240 MH Series, in Canada. This appliance is only for use with types of gas indicated on the rating plate. A conversion kit is supplied with the appliance.
Consumer Safety Information Safety Definitions This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Safety Features Overheat: The appliance will automatically shut down when the appliance exceeds a predetermined temperature. Power Surge Fuse: A glass fuse on the PC board protects against overcurrent. If the fuse blows then all indicator lamps will be off. Flame Failure: The appliance will automatically shut down if the burner flame is extinguished. Spark Detector: The appliance automatically shuts down if there is an abnormal spark at ignition.
Appliance Specifications Natural Gas Propane Gas Minimum supply gas pressure 3.5 in (89 mm) W.C. 8.0 in (203 mm) W.C. Maximum supply gas pressure 10.5 in (267 mm) W.C. 13.0 in (330 mm) W.C. Manifold test pressure-Low 0.6 in (16 mm) W.C 1.1 in (27 mm) W.C. Manifold test pressure-High 2.3 in (58 mm) W.C. 3.7 in (94 mm) W.C.
Operating Instructions Getting to know your new RHFE-263FA 6 Rinnai Corporation RHFE-263FA
Control Panel OPERATION LAMP This lamp turns "green" when power is on. Lamp will change to "red" when burner is on. Function Economy Lock Set Temp RoomTemp Filter ON Temp Control FUNCTION LOCK Lamp is "green" when this feature is on. ENERGY SAVING BUTTON Lamp is green when this feature is activated. FILTER LAMP Flashes red when filter is dirty. TEMPERATURE BUTTONS adjust temp. to lower setting. adjust temp. to a higher setting.
Operating Information Turning the heater ON Adjusting the Temperature Set Temp RoomTemp Filter ON Temp Control ON/OFF When you press the ON/OFF button, the LED display will illuminate, the combustion fan will begin to run, and the spark will ignite the main burner. This heater has an automatic ignition system. When the main burner has lit, the combustion lamp will glow red, and the spark will stop.
Operating Information Function Lock Adjusting Air Flow Direction This feature locks the buttons to prevent unintended operation. Press the Function Lock button to activate and the lamp will glow. Pressing and holding the Function Lock button for two seconds will disengage the function lock. CAUTION Function Lock If the Function Lock is engaged while the unit is operating, all buttons will be disabled except for the ON/OFF button.
Care and Maintenance Maintenance Filters Repairs should be performed by a qualified service technician. The appliance should be inspected annually by a qualified service technician. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. It is imperative that control compartments, burners, and circulating air passage ways of the appliance be kept clean. Dirty filters reduce the air flow and the appliance’s ability to produce heat.
Before Making a Service Call Before making a service call please check the following: ■ At Ignition: Heater does not operate. Is the heater plugged in? Have the fuses or breaker blown at the fuse box / breaker panel? Is there a power failure? Is the air filter blocked? Is anything blocking the outlet for the hot air? Is the flue blocked? Warm air does not flow when the burner lights. The fan is started automatically after a short delay.
Takes too long to warm the room Noisy ignition Smell of gas Combustion stops during operation Unusual combustion Cause No ON indicator Problem Burner doesn’t ignite Troubleshooting Remedy Not Plugged In Plug In Power Failure Push On/Off button to attempt restart after power is restored.
Fault Codes If there is a malfunction the appliance may shut down as a safety precaution and display a fault code to assist in diagnosing the problem. The fault code will flash in the display on the control panel. When making a service call, this code will assist with diagnosing the fault. You may be able to clear the fault code by turning the heater off and then on again.
Installation Instructions General Instructions WARNING Do not use substitute materials. Use only parts certified with the appliance. A qualified service technician should install the appliance and inspect it before use. If you move, check the gas type in your new area. The local gas authority will be able to advise on local regulations. The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.
Gas Connection The gas supply line shall be gas tight, sized and so installed as to provide a supply of a gas sufficient to meet the maximum demand of the heater without loss of pressure. A shut off valve and appliance connector valve should be installed in the upstream of the gas line to permit servicing. that the leak test solution is non-corrosive.) Refer to an approved pipe sizing chart if in doubt about the size of the gas line.
Installation Parts The following items are included with the appliance.
Drilling Flue Hole Ensure that there are no gas or water lines, or electrical circuits in the wall location where the flue hole is to be drilled. Drill the flue hole using a 3 1/8 inch (80 mm) drill. The center of the hole must be located exactly at the specified point. See diagram. For weatherboard walls, drill through the center of the weatherboard from the outside first and then through the plasterboard. A template is provided. Dimensions inches (mm) 4 5/16" (109.
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12 inches (30 cm) 12 inches (30 cm) * * Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony Clearance to window or door that may be opened Clearance to permanently closed window Vertical clearance to ventilated soffit, located above the terminal within a horizontal distance of 2 feet (61 cm) from the center line of the terminal Clearance to unventilated soffit A B C D E 3 feet (91 cm) 12 inches (30 cm) Clearance to service regulator vent outlet Clearance to nonmechanical air supply inlet t
Flue Manifold Installation The flue manifold must exhaust to the outside. Do not exhaust into other rooms. The flue is not designed to be positioned under floors or below the heater. This appliance can only be used with one of the five types of Rinnai flue kits. The flue kits and their dimensions are listed in the Specifications section. Refer to the Flue Terminal Clearances section. The termination cannot be vertical. 1.
Flue Manifold Installation 4. Install the Terminal Check that the terminal seal is in place. For weatherboard walls, add the second seal next to the terminal seal to compensate for weather board angle. Terminal seal From the outside insert the terminal into the sleeve with the marking TOP at the top. The left hand side locking tie should be marked LEFT . Terminal Locking tie 6. Lock the ties Pulling hard on the left and right hand ties, clip the ties over the notches inside the sleeve.
Extension Kit Installation If necessary, extention kits are available to extend the exhaust line and air intake hose between the manifold and the appliance. The maximum vent length is 13 feet (4m) with 2 bends. The bent pipe attached to the appliance dose not count toward the max limit of 2 bends. The maximum vertical length is 8 feet (2.4m). Any length (horizontal and vertical) in excess of 8 feet (2.4m) must be sloped 3 downward toward the flue manifold to allow condensate to drain to the outside.
Extension Kit Installation CAUTION Clearances Use the pipe stoppers, connectors, clamps, and screws according to these instructions in order to ensure no leakage of exhaust gases. exhaust pipe to combustibles exhaust pipe to non-combustibles 1 inch (25.4mm) zero Exhaust pipe Clamps Exhaust pipe Both the exhaust line and air intake hose are supported by clamps which are attached to the wall. A wall fixture can be used to offset the clamp from the wall.
Extension Kit Installation Extension Kits and Parts )EXHAUST PIPE (ADJUSTABLE) ,BENT ELBOW PIPE CLAMP -LONG BENT ELBOW +AIR INTAKE HOSE PIPE STOPPER A HOSE JOINT NUT WALL-FIXTURE PIPE STOPPER B SCREW B SCREW A Item Description FOT-155 1 Exhaust Pipe (adjustable) 11.4-20.3 in (290-515mm) 1 1 Exhaust Pipe (adjustable) 21.0-39.6 in (533-1005mm) 2 Exhaust Pipe - 40 in (1016mm) 3 Air Intake Hose - 29.5 in (750mm) 3 Air Intake Hose - 49.2 in (1.25mm) 3 Air Intake Hose - 90.6 in (2.
Connecting the Appliance 1. Attach the air inlet hose to the flue manifold on either inlet position “a” or “b”. a The unused inlet is plugged with the rubber cap supplied on the manifold. 2. Connect the flue elbow to the manifold while moving the appliance into position. 3. Fit the pipe stopper over the connection between the flue elbow and the manifold. Engage the hook and rotate it until it snaps against the body of the clamp.
Operating Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING WARNING If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. 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. B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas.
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Parts List For replacement parts call Rinnai at 1-800-621-9419.
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Consumer Support Warranty Information The installer is responsible for your heater’s correct installation. Please complete the information below to keep for your records: Purchased from: Address: Phone: Date of Purchase: Model No.: Serial No.: Installed by: Installer’s License No.: Address: Phone: Date of Installation: Limited Warranty RHFE-263FA Gas Direct Vent Wall Furnace What is covered? This Warranty covers any defects in materials or workmanship, subject to the terms stated below.
Limited Warranty - continued What will Rinnai do? Rinnai will repair any part or component that is defective in materials or workmanship as set forth as follows. All repair parts must be genuine Rinnai parts. All repairs or replacements must be performed by an individual or servicing company that has been authorized by Rinnai. Rinnai will pay reasonable labor charges associated with the repair or replacement of any part or component. Replacement of the product may be authorized by Rinnai only.
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308F-2072 (00) Printed in Japan 2006.
