Rinnai V53E, V53I installation manual Code

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Error Code Table

Code

Fault

Remedy

 

 

 

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Thermal Fuse

Check gas type of unit and ensure it matches gas type being used.

 

 

Check for restrictions in air flow around unit and vent terminal.

 

 

Check for low water flow in a circulating system causing short-cycling.

 

 

Ensure dip switches are set to the proper position.

 

 

Check for foreign materials in combustion chamber and/or exhaust piping.

 

 

Check heat exchanger for cracks and/or separations.

 

 

Check heat exchanger surface for hot spots which indicate blockage due to scale build-up.

 

 

Refer to instructions in manual for flushing heat exchanger.

 

 

Measure resistance of safety circuit.

 

 

Ensure high fire and low fire manifold pressure is correct.

 

 

Check for improper conversion of product.

16

Over Temperature

Check for restrictions in air flow around unit and vent terminal.

 

Warning

Check for low water flow in a circulating system causing short-cycling.

 

 

Check for foreign materials in combustion chamber and/or exhaust piping.

 

 

Check for clogged heat exchanger.

31

Burner Sensor Error

Measure resistance of sensor.

 

 

Replace sensor.

32

Outgoing Water

Check sensor wiring for damage.

 

Temperature Sensor

Measure resistance of sensor.

 

Fault

Clean sensor of scale build-up.

 

 

Replace sensor.

33

Heat Exchanger

Check sensor wiring for damage.

 

Outgoing Temperature

Measure resistance of sensor.

 

Sensor Fault

Clean sensor of scale build-up.

 

 

Replace sensor.

34

Combustion Air

Check for restrictions in air flow around unit and vent terminal.

 

Temperature Sensor

Check sensor wiring for damage.

 

Fault

Measure resistance of sensor.

 

 

Clean sensor of scale build-up.

 

 

Ensure fan blade is tight on motor shaft and is in good condition.

 

 

Replace sensor.

52

Modulating Solenoid

Check modulating gas solenoid valve wiring harness for loose or damaged terminals.

 

Valve Signal Abnormal

Measure resistance of valve coil.

61

Combustion Fan Failure

Ensure fan will turn freely.

 

 

Check wiring harness to motor for damaged and/or loose connections.

 

 

Measure resistance of motor winding.

65

Water Flow Control Fault

The water flow control valve has failed to close during the bath fill function. Immediately turn

 

 

off the water and discontinue the bath fill function. Contact a state qualified or licensed

 

 

contractor to service the appliance.

71

Solenoid Valve Circuit

Replace the PC Board.

 

Fault

 

72

Flame Sensing Device

Ensure flame rod is touching flame when unit fires.

 

Fault

Check all wiring to flame rod for damage.

 

 

Remove flame rod and check for carbon build-up; clean with sand paper.

 

 

Check inside burner chamber for any foreign material blocking flame at flame rod.

 

 

Measure micro amp output of sensor circuit with flame present.

 

 

Replace flame rod.

73

Burner Sensor Circuit

Check sensor wiring and PC board for damage.

 

Error

Replace sensor.

LC

Scale Build-up in Heat

Flush heat exchanger. Refer to instructions in manual.

 

Exchanger (when

Replace heat exchanger.

 

checking maintenance

NOTE: The LC code is the only error code that will allow the unit to keep running. The

 

code history, “00” is

display will alternate between the LC code and the temperature setting. The controller will

 

substituted for “LC”)

continue to beep. The LC code will reset if power is turned off and then on.

No

Nothing happens when

Clean inlet water supply filter.

code

water flow is activated.

On new installations ensure hot and cold water lines are not reversed.

 

 

Check for bleed over. Isolate unit from building by turning off cold water line to building.

 

 

Isolate the circulating system if present. Open your pressure relief valve; if water is

 

 

flowing, there is bleed over in your plumbing.

 

 

Ensure you have at least the minimum flow rate required to fire unit.

 

 

Ensure turbine spins freely.

 

 

Measure the resistance of the water flow control sensor.

 

 

Check for DC shorts at components.

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V53i & V53e Operation and Installation Manual

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Contents Result causing property damage, personal injury or death ANS Z21.10.3 CSATable of Contents Specifications V53i V53eSafety Behaviors and Practices Safety Features Consumer Safety InformationSafety Definitions Description of OperationOperating Instructions Features Available on Temperature ControllersFeatures MC-91 MCC-91 MC-100 BC-100 MC-502 DescriptionTemperature Controllers Models MC-91-1US & MCC-91-1USBC-100V-1US How to Set the Temperature Setting the Sound Volume Voice PromptModel Temperature Settings Available ºF Temperature Controller SettingsTemperature Options Without a Temperature Controller MCC-91 Temperature ControllerOverview Using the Water Smart / Bath Fill FunctionSetting the Water Volume Filling the Tub Setting Controller to MuteSetting the Clock Models MC-91 and MCC-91Maintenance Error Codes Code Fault RemedyCode Water Quality Trouble Shooting for Common IssuesAccessing Operating Information Flushing the Heat Exchanger Error Code LC or Circulating PumpInstallation Instructions General InstructionsV53iV53e Clearances from ApplianceAttachment of the Water Heater V53i Electrical ConnectionGas Piping V53ePipe Sizing Procedure Example Freeze Protection Water PipingPressure Relief Valve Manual draining of the water heater When the water heater or external piping has frozenFreeze Protection Methods Freeze Protection Piping Rinnai Water HeaterRinnai Water Heater Error Indication or Air Handler Control SwitchRecommended Piping for Basic Installation Recommended Piping for Circulation Systems For this applicationOptional Piping for Circulation Systems For this applicationCondensate Venting InstructionsIntake / Exhaust Guidelines Manufacturer Product Parts Maximum Vent LengthVent Products Flue Installation Concentric Venting Vent Terminal Area Where Terminal is not Permittted Flue Terminal Clearances ANS Z21.10.3, CSAAdditional Clearances Inside CornerAdditional Clearances V53e Number Connected Accessories Necessary Water Heaters Connecting Multiple Water HeatersHigh Altitude Installations GuidelinesCanada only Location Temperature Controller InstallationConfigurations Cable Lengths and SizeTemperature Controller Mounting the ControllerTemperature Controller Installation V53e For Your Safety Read Before Operating Operating InstructionsOutlet Flow Data Technical DataPressure Drop Curve Space Heating Temperature SettingReplacement PumpsDimensions V53i V53eLadder Diagram for Ladder Diagram for V53e Consumer Support Warranty InformationLimited Warranty What will Rinnai do? State Regulations Important In the State of Massachusetts 248 CMR 4.00Support à la clientele Instructions d’installationInstructions dutilisation Instructions dutilisation Temp. d’eauModel Arrangements de température disponibles ºF Plages de température avec un contrôleur de températureOptions de température sans contrôleur de température Entretien NettoyageInstructions dinstallation Instructions généralesÉcartements par rapport à lappareil Fixation du chauffe-eauInstructions générales Installation à altitude élevéeTuyauterie de gaz Soupape de sûreté Tuyauterie deauQualité de leau Tuyauterie recommandée pour installation de base LégendeCondensat Instructions de ventilationConsignes pour aspiration/évacuation Constructeur Produit Pièces Longueur maximum de ventilationProduits de ventilation Espacements pour terminaison de cheminée ANS Z21.10.3, CSA Installation de conduit de cheminée Instructions dutilisation VanneMa ualmanuelleValveDiagramme en escalier FUS TherGarantie limitée Support à la clientèleLinformation de garantie Quest-ce qui est couvert ?Que fait Rinnai pour exercer la garantie ? VAM1620W, VB2020FFU

V53I, V53E specifications

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