Rinnai RU199iN User Manual

— Ne pas entreposer ni uliser d’essence ou ni d’autres vapeurs ou liquides inammables à proximité de
cet appareil ou de tout autre appareil.
— QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ :
• Ne pas tenter d’allumer d’appareil.
• Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur ; ne pas vous servir des téléphones se trouvant dans le bâment.
• Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de gaz depuis un voisin. Suivez les instrucons du fournisseur.
• Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur, appelez le service des incendies.
— L’installaon et l’entreen doivent être assurés par un installateur ou un service d’entreen qualié ou
par le fournisseur de gaz.
— 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 4-20.
The consumer must read the enre manual to properly operate the water heater and to have regular maintenance
performed.
Outdoor Tankless Water Heater
Installaon and Operaon Manual
FOR OUTDOOR APPLICATIONS ONLY
V53De ................... REU-AM1620WD-US
Full-length French and Spanish versions
available online at rinnai.us
Place
Model/Serial #
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Assurez-vous de bien suivre les instrucons données dans cee noce pour
réduire au minimum le risque d’incendie ou d’explosion ou pour éviter tout
dommage matériel, toute blessure ou la mort.
AVERTISSEMENT
ANSI Z21.10.3 ● CSA 4.3
Low Lead Content
NSF/ANSI 372

Rinnai RU199iN Specifications

General

Type	Tankless
Fuel Type	Natural Gas
Flow Rate	Up to 11 GPM
GPM at 35°F Rise	11 GPM
Energy Factor	0.93
Max BTU	199, 000 BTU
Min BTU	15, 000
Temperature Range	98°F to 140°F
Venting Type	Direct Vent
Gas Connection	3/4" NPT
Water Connection	3/4 inch NPT
Electrical Requirements	120V, 60Hz
Warranty	5-year on parts, 1-year on labor

Summary

Safety Warnings and Precautions

General Safety Warnings

Essential safety rules for operation and handling.

Gas Leak Detection and Response

Procedures to follow if a gas leak is detected.

Exhaust Outlet Clearances

Clearance Requirements for Vent Terminals

Specifies minimum clearances for exhaust outlets in US and Canada.

Installation Location and Protection

Freeze Protection Measures

Explains how to protect the unit and pipes from freezing.

Mounting the Water Heater

Plumbing Installation Details

Pressure Relief Valve and Isolation Valves

Requirements for relief valves and recommendations for isolation valves.

Piping Requirements and Materials

Water and Gas Supply Connections

Gas Supply Installation Safety

Critical safety warnings and steps for connecting the gas supply.

Gas Pipe Sizing

Natural Gas Pipe Sizing Guide

Tables and examples for sizing natural gas supply lines.

Propane Gas Pipe Sizing Guide

Tables and examples for sizing propane gas supply lines.

Electrical Connection and Altitude

Connecting Electrical Power

Requirements for grounding, power source, and disconnect switch.

Altitude Adjustment Settings

Mounting the Temperature Controller

Controller Wall Mounting Procedure

Step-by-step guide for physically installing the controller.

Final Installation Checklist

Installation Completion Verification

Comprehensive list of checks before final panel installation and handover.

Technical Specifications

V53De Model Specifications Data

Detailed technical data including consumption, pressure, and dimensions.

Operation Instructions

Important Operating Facts and Warnings

Responding to Gas Smells

Critical steps to take if a gas odor is detected.

Safe Operation Guidelines

Consumer Operating Procedures

Using the Temperature Controller

Temperature Controller Features and Location

Temperature Controller Safety Warnings

Setting the Water Temperature

Temperature Adjustment Procedure

Steps to set the desired hot water temperature.

Temperature Setting Safety

Temperature Settings Without Controller

PCB Interface and Programming

Programming Parameters Explained

Diagnostic Codes and Troubleshooting

Front Panel Display Indications

Additional Diagnostic Codes and Remedies

Common Error Code Remedies

Troubleshooting steps for specific diagnostic codes like 02, 10, 11, 12.

Required Maintenance

Annual Inspection and Cleaning

Procedures for professional inspection and cleaning of components.

Motor, Controller, and Water Quality Care

Maintenance and Winterizing

Water Filter Cleaning and Flame Inspection

Winterizing the Water Heater

Heat Exchanger Maintenance

Flushing the Heat Exchanger Procedure

Detailed steps for cleaning the heat exchanger using vinegar.

Manual Draining and Freezing Prevention

Manual Water Heater Draining

Preventing Freezing in Operation

Limited Warranty Information

Warranty Coverage Period and Terms

Details on what is covered, duration, and eligibility.

Obtaining Warranty Service and Support

Limited Warranty Details

Warranty Exclusions and Limitations