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FOR INDOOR APPLICATIONS ONLY
RUC80i
RUC90i
RUC98i
FOR OUTDOOR APPLICATIONS ONLY
RU80e
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RU98e
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Rinnai RUC98i Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeTankless Water Heater
Fuel TypeNatural Gas or Propane
Flow RateUp to 9.8 GPM
InstallationIndoor
GPM at 35°F Rise9.8 GPM
Max BTU199, 000 BTU
Minimum BTU Input15, 000 BTU/hr
Temperature Range98°F - 185°F
VentingDirect Vent
Vent Size3 inches
Electrical Requirements120V, 60Hz
Ignition TypeElectronic
Warranty12 years heat exchanger, 5 years parts, 1 year labor

Summary

Safety Definitions

Safety Behaviors and Practices for the Consumer and Installer

Installation Instructions (for the licensed professional)

Installer Qualifications

Qualifications and skills required for licensed installers to properly install the appliance.

Type of installation

Specifies approved installation types, including for manufactured homes.

Installation Steps

Lists the sequential steps required for the installation process.

General Installation Instructions

Provides essential DO NOT and MUST DO guidelines for safe and compliant installation.

Prepare for Installation

Parts, Tools, and Materials

Lists all components, essential tools, and necessary materials required for installation.

Determine Installation Location

Water Quality Considerations

Discusses the impact of water quality on the heat exchanger and warranty coverage.

Environmental Considerations

Covers environmental factors like corrosive compounds affecting installation location.

Direct Vent Terminal Clearances (Indoor Units)

Other Than Direct Vent Terminal Clearances (Outdoor Units)

Additional Vent Clearances

Unit Clearances

Freeze Protection

Details methods to protect the water heater and its lines from freezing temperatures.

Maximum Vent Length

Concentric Venting Length Calculations

Provides tables for calculating maximum vent length based on the number of 90-degree elbows.

Centrotherm Venting Lengths

Specific vent length guidelines for the Centrotherm 2 Pipe vent system.

Duravent Vent Length Calculations

Installation Location Checklist

Mounting the Water Heater

Instructions for securely mounting the water heater to a wall, ensuring it is level.

Removing the Front Panel

Steps for removing the front panel to access internal components.

Installation of Venting (indoor models only)

Approved Vent Manufacturers

Lists manufacturers and contact information for certified vent products.

Approved Vent Products

Details specific vent products approved for use with the appliance.

Venting Guidelines

Determining Vent Configuration

Concentric Vent Configuration

Instructions for configuring the concentric vent system.

Exhaust Adapter Ring Removal

Steps to remove the exhaust adapter ring for concentric venting.

Twin Pipe PVC/CPVC Vent Configuration

Intake Cap Removal

Steps to remove the intake cap for twin pipe configurations.

Concentric Vent Flue Installation

Centrotherm Vent Flue Installation

Twin Pipe PVC/CPVC Vent Installation

Twin Pipe Vent Installation Requirements

Location Considerations for Twin Pipe

Key location factors for vent and air intake piping in twin pipe systems.

Vent and Air Piping Materials

Specifies the materials approved for vent and air piping systems.

Total System Equivalent Length Calculation

Option 1: Calculation Sheet Method

Guide for calculating total equivalent vent lengths using a calculation sheet.

Maximum Equivalent Vent Length Tables

Maximum Equivalent Vent Length Tables (Continued)

PVC/CPVC Vent and Intake Air Piping Installation

Adapter Configurations and Required Parts

Details required parts and configurations for PVC/CPVC vent assembly.

Certified PVC/CPVC Vent Termination Options

Vent Termination Configurations

Lists the four approved configurations for vent terminations.

Termination Installation Guidelines

General guidelines for installing vent terminations and sealing penetrations.

IPEX Concentric Vent Kit Installation

Specific installation instructions for IPEX Concentric Vent Kits.

IPEX Concentric Vent Kit Assembly (System 636)

Mechanically Fastened Rain Cap

Instructions for mechanically fastening the rain cap to the vent kit.

IPEX Concentric Vent Kit Clearances

Approved PVC/CPVC Vent Configurations Table

Venting Installation Sequence

A step-by-step sequence for installing the vent system.

Low Profile Vent Termination Kits

Low Profile Termination Kit Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the low profile vent termination kits.

Twin Pipe PVC/CPVC Terminations

Sidewall Tee and Snorkel Terminations

Guidelines for sidewall terminations using Tee and Snorkel configurations.

PVC/CPVC Roof Terminations

Multiple Water Heater Roof Installation

Guidance for roof penetrations in multi-heater installations.

Pitched Roof Termination Clearances

U-Vent Pitched Roof Termination

Specifics for U-vent terminations on pitched roofs.

Basic Instructions for Cementing Joints

Essential steps for properly cementing PVC/CPVC pipe joints.

Acceptable PVC/CPVC Elbows for Venting System

Vent Components and Assigned Equivalent Lengths

PVC/CPVC Equivalent Vent Length Calculation Sheet

Condensate Management (Indoor Models)

Condensate Information

Provides additional information regarding condensate formation and management.

Venting and Condensate Checklist

Checklist to ensure proper venting and condensate handling.

Plumbing Installation

Pressure Relief Valve Requirements

Details requirements for installing an approved pressure relief valve.

Isolation Valve Recommendations

Recommends and explains the use of isolation valves for maintenance.

Water Piping Requirements

Specifies requirements for water piping materials and connections.

Isolation Valves and Pressure Relief Valve (PRV)

Isolation Valve Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing isolation valves.

PRV Installation and Maintenance

Instructions for connecting and maintaining the Pressure Relief Valve.

Basic Installation Piping Diagram

Water Supply Connections

Plumbing Checklist

Checklist to ensure proper plumbing connections and checks.

Gas Supply Installation

Instructions and warnings for the safe installation of the gas supply.

Natural Gas Pipe Sizing

Gas Pipe Sizing Guide

Guide on how to determine the correct gas pipe size based on type and length.

Propane Gas Pipe Sizing

Provides pipe sizing tables specific to propane gas.

Electrical Connections

High Altitude Installation Adjustments

How to adjust DIP switches for different altitudes.

Gas and Electrical Checklist

A final checklist for gas and electrical connections.

Temperature Controller Installation

Controller Configurations

Outlines how multiple temperature controllers can be configured.

Controller Location and Cable Lengths

Guidelines for choosing controller location and maximum cable lengths.

Mounting the Temperature Controller

Final Installation Checklist

Specifications

Technical Data Overview

Detailed technical specifications for various water heater models.

Unit Dimensions

Pressure Drop and Water Flow Curves

Ladder Diagram

Recirculation Mode

Recirculation Pump Installation

Steps for installing the recirculation pump and wiring.

Recirculation Mode Operation

Economy and Comfort Modes

Details the operation and benefits of Economy and Comfort recirculation modes.

Operation Instructions

Important Facts About Your Water Heater

Provides introductory safety and operational information for the water heater.

Consumer Operation Guidelines

Operating Instructions

Step-by-step guide for operating the water heater safely.

Turning Off Gas Supply

Procedure for safely turning off the gas supply to the appliance.

Using the Temperature Controller

Setting the Water Temperature

Available Temperature Settings

Alternate Temperature Settings

Information on alternative temperature settings for commercial use.

Temperature Control Without Controller

Diagnostic Codes and Information Display

Explains how to access and interpret diagnostic codes and operational data.

Diagnostic Codes and Remedies

Required Maintenance

Cleaning and Component Care

Instructions for cleaning components, checking scale, and filter maintenance.

Vent System and Motor Maintenance

Guidance on inspecting the vent system and maintaining motors.

Environmental Maintenance Considerations

Addresses snow accumulation and coastal installation maintenance.

Freeze Protection and Winterization

Winterization Procedures

Recommendations for winterizing the water heater for protection.

Flushing the Heat Exchanger

Manual Draining Procedure

State Regulations

Replacement Parts List

Limited Warranty Coverage

Warranty Coverage Details

Outlines the scope of the Rinnai Limited Warranty.

Warranty Period Duration

Details the warranty period for different components and applications.

Service and Support

Warranty Exclusions

Lists exclusions from the Rinnai Limited Warranty coverage.

Warranty Limitations

States limitations on warranties and liabilities.

Extending Labor Warranty Coverage

Residential Application Warranty Extension

Conditions for extending labor warranty for residential installations.

Commercial Application Warranty Extension

Conditions for extending labor warranty for commercial installations.

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