Rinnai 4500 installation manual Clearances, Description Clearance Required Additional Detail

Clearances

recommended

Description	Clearance Required	Additional Detail
(A) Below eaves,	39.37 in (1000 mm)	If the projection is a shade cloth or material awning then
balconies, or other		this is deemed as a combustible material and the
projections		recommended clearance is 59.05 in (1500 mm).
(B) From the ground or	3.94 in (100 mm) cabinet	Ground level to bottom of fireplace. In cabinet
other surface		installations, for optimal viewing while standing or sitting it
		is recommended to position the burner assembly 24-31
	Recommended 27.6 in (700	inches (600-800 mm) from the ground. If installing the
	mm) freestanding	cabinet option at a lower level, allow enough room for the
		gas connection underneath.
(C) Walls	19.68 in (500 mm)	Side of appliance to side wall.
Gas and Electricity	39.37 in (1000 mm)
Meters
Drain Pipe	5.91 in (150 mm)
Openable Windows	19.68 in (500 mm)	From an openable window, door, or non-mechanical air
and Doors		inlet, or any other opening into a building, with the
		exception of sub-floor ventilation.
Mechanical Air Inlet	78.74 in (2000 mm)	For example, an air conditioning unit

Mantles or protrusions

39.37in (1 m) safe distance for fixed objects

Installation specific clearances

Ensure clearance for servicing

CANNOT be installed above the unit if any part of the surround is made of combustible material. If installing into a non-combustible surround the mantle/ protrusion must also be non-combustible.

Fixed objects such as outdoor furniture, umbrellas and plants should be at least 39.37 inches (1 m) away from the unit while it is in operation.

Additional clearances also need to be observed for the specific installation applications, detailed on the following pages.

Ensure enough room is maintained around the appliance for servicing, cleaning, and general access.

This appliance must be installed as a permanent fixture in an outdoor area.

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