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Rinnai RLX94i User Manual

Rinnai RLX94i
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Direct Vent Tankless Water
Heater Installaon and
Operaon Manual
Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable 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. Follow the gas supplier’s instrucons.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the re department.
Installaon and service must be performed by a licensed professional.
This enre manual must be le for the consumer. The consumer must read and
refer to this manual for proper operaon and to maintain the water heater.
If the informaon in these instrucons is not followed exactly, a re or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal injury, or death.
WARNING
READ ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THIS WATER HEATER.
This manual provides informaon on the installaon, operaon, and maintenance of the water heater. For proper
operaon and safety, it is important to follow the instrucons and adhere to the safety precauons.
A licensed professional must install the water heater according to the exact instrucons on pages 4-30.
The consumer must read the enre manual to properly operate the water heater and to have regular maintenance
performed.
ANS Z21.10.3 ● CSA 4.3
FOR INDOOR APPLICATIONS ONLY
RL75i ..................... REU-VC2528FFUD-US
REU-VC2528FFUD-US(A)
RLX94i ................... REU-VC2737FFUD-US
RL94i ..................... REU-VC2837FFUD-US
FOR OUTDOOR APPLICATIONS ONLY
RL75e .................... REU-VC2528WD-US
REU-VC2528FFUD-US(A)
RL94e .................... REU-VC2837WD-US
SANITATION
Low Lead Content
NSF/ANSI 372
C US
U307-0710X03
060 00012 31315 4

Table of Contents

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Rinnai RLX94i Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRinnai
ModelRLX94i
CategoryWater Heater
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Rinnai Tankless Water Heater Manual

Product Model Information

Lists the available indoor and outdoor Rinnai tankless water heater models.

General Safety Precautions

Critical safety warnings and procedures for handling gas leaks.

Consumer and Installer Safety Practices

Safe Behaviors for Operation

Essential safety rules for operating and maintaining the water heater.

California Proposition 65 Notice

Legal notice regarding chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive harm.

Installation Instructions

Installer Qualifications

Skills and training required for licensed professionals to install the unit.

General Installation Guidelines

Key DO NOT and MUST DO instructions for proper installation.

Preparing for Installation

Included Parts and Materials

Lists of components, tools, and materials required for installation.

Determining Installation Location

Water Quality Considerations

Guidelines on water quality to prevent heat exchanger damage.

Environmental Factors for Installation

Advice on avoiding corrosive air and selecting suitable environments.

Terminal Clearances

Clearance Requirements Table

Specifies required distances from vent terminations to building elements.

Additional Vent Termination Clearances

Clearances for RL75i, RL94i, RLX94i Models

Specific clearance requirements for indoor models.

Additional Vent Termination Clearances (Outdoor)

Clearances for RL75e, RL94e Models

Specific clearance requirements for outdoor models.

Unit Clearances

Clearance Requirements by Model Type

Tables detailing clearances to combustibles and non-combustibles.

Vent Length and Freeze Protection

Maximum Vent Length for Indoor Models

Guidelines for determining maximum vent length based on elbows.

Freeze Protection Measures

Recommendations to prevent freezing damage to the unit and lines.

Installation Location Checklist and Mounting

Location Determination Checklist

Checklist to verify suitability of the installation location.

Mounting the Water Heater

Instructions for securely attaching the water heater to the wall.

Removing the Front Panel

Steps to remove the front panel for access to internal components.

Indoor Venting Installation

Venting Manufacturer Guidelines

Rules for using approved venting products and system design.

Flue Installation Details

Horizontal and Vertical Terminations

Diagrams and instructions for flue termination configurations.

Condensate Management and Venting Checklist

Condensate Drainage Requirements

Procedures to prevent condensate damage to the heat exchanger.

Venting and Condensate Checklist

Verification steps for correct venting and condensate handling.

Plumbing Installation Procedures

Pressure Relief Valve Requirements

Mandatory requirements for installing the safety relief valve.

Isolation Valve Installation

Recommendations for installing isolation valves for easier maintenance.

Water Piping Requirements

Rules for using approved piping materials and system connections.

Isolation Valves and Pressure Relief Valve Installation

Isolation Valve Installation Steps

Detailed instructions for connecting isolation valves.

Pressure Relief Valve Installation

Specific instructions for installing the pressure relief valve.

PRV Maintenance Recommendations

Guidance on annual manual operation of the pressure relief valve.

Water Supply and Gas Supply Connections

Connecting Water Supply

Steps for connecting the water heater to the building's water system.

Plumbing Checklist

Verification checklist for correct plumbing installation.

Gas Supply Installation

Instructions for connecting the gas supply line to the appliance.

Gas Pipe Sizing

Natural Gas Pipe Sizing

Tables to determine correct pipe size for natural gas supply.

Propane Gas Pipe Sizing

Tables to determine correct pipe size for propane supply.

Electrical and Control Adjustments

Connecting Electricity

Requirements for electrical grounding and power connection.

High Altitude Installation Adjustments

DIP switch settings for proper operation at high altitudes.

Vent Length Adjustments

DIP switch settings for adjusting maximum vent length.

Gas and Electricity Checklist

Final verification for gas and electrical connections.

Installation of Temperature Controller

Controller Configurations and Limitations

Information on wiring multiple controllers and compatibility.

Controller Location Guidelines

Recommendations for optimal placement of the temperature controller.

Controller Cable Specifications

Requirements for the cable used to connect the controller.

Controller Mounting Procedure

Mounting the Remote Controller

Step-by-step instructions for physically mounting the controller.

Final Installation Checklist

Comprehensive Installation Verification

A thorough checklist of all steps before final system operation.

Technical Specifications

Appliance Specifications and Data

Detailed technical data including performance and electrical information.

Unit Dimensions

Dimensional Drawings and Measurements

Illustrations showing physical dimensions of the water heater.

Performance Curves

Pressure Drop Characteristics

Graph showing pressure loss related to water flow rate.

Water Flow Rate vs. Temperature Rise

Graph illustrating water flow capacity based on temperature change.

Ladder Diagram

Electrical Schematic Overview

Wiring diagram illustrating the internal electrical components and connections.

Recirculation Mode Setup

Pump Requirements and Sizing

Specifications for recirculation pumps and sizing guidance.

Recirculation Pump Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the recirculation pump.

Recirculation Mode Operation

Sequence of Operation Modes

Details on Economy and Comfort modes for recirculation.

Operation Instructions

Important Facts Before Operation

Key information and safety advice prior to operating the water heater.

Gas Leak Safety Procedures

Immediate actions to take if a gas leak is detected.

Consumer Operation Guidelines

Safety Warnings for Operation

Critical safety warnings to be read before operating the unit.

Step-by-Step Operating Instructions

Procedure for turning on and operating the water heater.

Turning Off Gas to the Appliance

Safe procedure for shutting off the gas supply to the unit.

Using the Temperature Controller

Controller Functions and Warnings

How to use the MC-91-2 controller and associated safety warnings.

Setting the Water Temperature

Temperature Adjustment Procedure

Instructions on how to adjust the water temperature setting.

Available Temperature Settings

Standard Temperature Options

Available temperature settings with the standard controller.

Alternate Temperature Settings

Extended temperature ranges available with specific controllers.

Temperature Control and Diagnostics

Temperature Options Without Controller

How to set temperature without a controller using DIP switches.

Controller Mute and Lock Functions

How to mute beeps and lock the controller interface.

Displaying Diagnostic Codes

Procedure to access and view diagnostic error codes.

Diagnostic Codes and Remedies

Troubleshooting Common Codes

List of diagnostic codes and suggested remedies for issues.

Required Maintenance Procedures

Appliance Cleaning and Inspection

Steps for cleaning internal components and inspecting the unit.

Vent System and Motor Maintenance

Maintenance for the vent system, condensate collector, and motors.

Scale Buildup Prevention

Information on scale buildup and flushing the heat exchanger.

Maintenance and Winterizing

Pressure Relief Valve and Flame Inspection

Checks for safety valve operation and burner flame.

Freeze Protection and Winterizing

Procedures to protect the unit from freezing during storage.

Flushing the Heat Exchanger

Procedure for Lime Scale Removal

Detailed steps to flush the heat exchanger with vinegar.

Manual Draining and Freezing Prevention

Draining the Water Heater

Instructions for manually draining the water heater.

State and Local Regulations

Massachusetts Installation Requirements

Specific installation requirements for the state of Massachusetts.

Replacement Parts Listing

Illustrated Parts Identification

Visual guide to identify replacement parts for the unit.

Limited Warranty Information

Warranty Coverage Details

Information on warranty periods for different components and applications.

What Rinnai Will Do

Rinnai's policy on repairing or replacing defective products.

Warranty Service and Exclusions

How to Obtain Service

Procedure for contacting Rinnai or a licensed professional for service.

Items Not Covered by Warranty

List of conditions and issues that void or are not covered by the warranty.

Extending Labor Warranty Coverage

Registration for Extended Warranty

Information on how to register for extended labor warranty.

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