Rinnai RCE-329A User Manual

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FOR YOUR SAFETY
THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ IN ITS
ENTIRETY BEFORE OPERATING HEATER
RCE-329A
SILENT SERVANT
CONVECTOR VENT-FREE SPACE HEATER
Owner's Operation and Installation Manual
HIS IS AN UNVENTED GAS-FIRED HEATER. IT USES AIR (OXYGEN)'_
ROM THE ROOM IN WHICH IT IS INSTALLED. PROVISIONS FOR
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DEQUATE COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR MUST BE PROVIDED.
EFER TO INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGE 6. J
I 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. FOLLOWTHE 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.
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NAGOYA, JAPAN

Rinnai RCE-329A Specifications

General

Brand	Rinnai
Model	RCE-329A
Category	Heater
Language	English

Summary

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Gas Leak Emergency Procedure

Instructions on what to do if you smell gas, including avoiding electrical switches and calling supplier.

Installation and Service Responsibility

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer or service agency.

SPECIFICATIONS

SAFETY DEVICES

Overheat Switch

Safety mechanism that automatically turns off gas when the heater overheats due to blocked airflow.

Flame Failure Device

Automatically cuts off gas supply in case of flame failure. Requires re-ignition procedure.

Oxygen Depletion Safety Device

Shuts off gas if room oxygen levels drop below a preset limit. Requires ventilation to re-light.

Tilt Switch

Cuts off gas supply if the heater is knocked over or jolted. Requires uprighting and re-ignition.

SAFETY POINTS

Installation Location Precautions

Avoid areas with spray painting, dust, or aerosols. Keep clear of flammable materials.

Operation Safety

Do not move while on, turn off when not in use, avoid sleeping in direct discharge.

Vulnerable User Safety

Do not allow children or elderly to sleep in warm air discharge.

Operational Safety Guidelines

Child Supervision and Airflow Safety

Ventilation Requirements

Flammable Material Clearance

USAGE AND INSTALLATION MUSTS

General Usage Rules

Installation and Maintenance

Must be by qualified person; annual inspection recommended; keep clean.

Room and Location Requirements

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Pre-Installation Notice

Electrical Grounding

Appliance has a 3-prong plug for shock hazard protection; use grounded receptacle.

LOCATION AND CLEARANCES

Combustible Material Clearances

GAS CONNECTION

Gas Supply Line Requirements

Must be gas-tight, properly sized, and include a shut-off valve.

Piping Material Specifications

Gas Pipework and Testing

Threaded Joint Compounds and Pressure

Leak Testing and Caution

Check for gas tightness; be cautious of solutions causing corrosion.

Pressure Testing Isolation

Manual Valve Installation

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Pre-Operation Safety Checks

Read safety info, check for gas, do not light by hand, use finger to push buttons.

Manual Gas Valve Operation

Ignition and Normal Operation

Turning Off Gas Supply

Procedure to turn off electric power and manual gas valve; fan cooling note.

CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT

OPERATING YOUR NEW RCE-329A

Turning the Heater On

Turning the Heater Off

Room Temperature Adjustment

Auto-Off Function Explained

Advanced Operating Modes

Economy Mode Functionality

Function Lock Feature

Prevents accidental operation and child tampering by locking controls.

TIMER OPERATION

Off Timer Functionality

On Timer Programming

ON Timer Operation and Cancellation

Setting the ON Timer

Canceling the ON Timer

How to cancel the ON Timer by pressing buttons or due to power interruption.

MAINTENANCE / SERVICE

Routine Maintenance

Troubleshooting Guidance

Initial checks for installation, gas supply, and wiring before consulting the chart.

TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART

Common Problems and Remedies

Lists problems like 'Not Plugged In', 'Burner doesn't ignite', 'Smell of gas' and their remedies.

Gas Pressure Setting Procedure

Low Fire Pressure Adjustment

Procedure for setting and confirming low fire manifold pressure for Natural Gas and Propane.

High Fire Pressure Adjustment

Procedure for setting and confirming high fire manifold pressure and saving settings.

WIRING DIAGRAM AND ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Appliance Wiring Diagram

Servicing Cautions

Emphasizes labeling wires, verifying operation, and using appropriate wire ratings.

Grounding Instructions

Importance of using a 3-prong plug and grounded receptacle; do not remove grounding prong.

ERROR MESSAGES

Fault Code Diagnosis

Lists error codes (03, 11, 12, 14, 16, 00) and their associated faults.

Fault Remediation Steps

Provides remedies for detected faults, including turning the unit off/on or calling service.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Warranty Coverage Details

Warranty Exclusions and Limitations