Rinnai V Model Series User Manual

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The appliance must be inspected annually by a
licensed professional. Repairs and maintenance
should be performed by a licensed professional. The
licensed professional must verify proper operaon
aer servicing.
Cleaning
It is imperave that control compartments, burners,
and circulang air passageways of the appliance be
kept clean.
Clean as follows:
1. Turn o and disconnect electrical power. Allow to
cool.
2. Close the water shut o valves. Remove and clean
the water inlet lter.
3. Remove the front panel by removing 4 screws.
4. Use pressurized air to remove dust from the main
burner, heat exchanger, and fan blades. Do not
use a wet cloth or spray cleaners on the burner.
Do not use volale substances such as benzene
and thinners. They may ignite or fade the paint.
5. Use so dry cloth to wipe cabinet.
Air Inlet / Exhaust Outlet
The air inlet and exhaust outlet should be inspected
at least annually for blockages or damage. If it is
blocked contact a licensed professional.
Motors
Motors are permanently lubricated and do not need
periodic lubricaon. However you must keep fan and
motor free of dust and dirt by cleaning annually.
Temperature Controller
Use a so damp cloth to clean the temperature
controller. Do not use solvents.
Lime / Scale Build-up and Water Quality
If you receive diagnosc code “LC#” (LC1, LC2,…),
refer to the procedure, Flushing the Heat Exchanger.
Refer to the secon on Water Quality to see if your
water needs to be treated or condioned. (When
checking maintenance code history, “00” is
substuted for “LC#”.)
The water must be potable, free of corrosive
chemicals, sand, dirt, or other contaminates. It is up
to the installer to ensure the water does not contain
corrosive chemicals, or elements that can aect or
damage the heat exchanger. Water that contains
chemicals exceeding the levels below aect and
damage the heat exchanger. Replacement of the
heat exchanger due to water quality damage is not
covered by the warranty.
Snow Accumulaon
Keep the area around ue terminal free of snow and
ice. The appliance will not funcon properly if the
intake air or exhaust is impeded (blocked or parally
blocked) by obstrucons.
Coastal Installaons
Installaons located in or near coastal areas may
require addional maintenance due to corrosive
airborne ocean salt.
Required Maintenance
To protect yourself from harm, before performing maintenance:
• Turn o the electrical power supply by unplugging the power cord or by turning o the electricity at the
circuit breaker. (The temperature controller does not control the electrical power.)
• Turn o the gas at the manual gas valve, usually located immediately below the water heater.
• Turn o the incoming water supply. This can be done at the isolaon valve immediately below the water
heater or by turning o the water supply to the building.
WARNING / AVERTISSEMENT
Keep the appliance area clear and free from combusble
materials, gasoline, and other ammable vapors and liquids.
WARNING / AVERTISSEMENT
The appliance must be inspected annually by a licensed professional. Repairs and maintenance should be
performed by a licensed professional. The licensed professional must verify proper operaon aer servicing.
The following maintenance items are required for the proper operaon of your water heater.

Rinnai V Model Series Specifications

General

Brand	Rinnai
Model	V Model Series
Category	Water Heater
Language	English