Recommended Piping for Circulation Systems

NOTE:

For residential and commercial applications, this piping arrange- ment maintains full warranty.

For this application:

Pump should be controlled by an Aquastat, Timer or Combination Aquastat and Timer.

Pump to be sized to maintain circulation loop temperature.

The pump should be sized to overcome the pressure loss through the tank water heater, and supply and return plumbing. Reference the Rinnai Hot Water System Design Manual, Pump Sizing for Circula- tion.

Pump to be of bronze or stainless construction.

Rinnai

QTY

Equipment List

Rinnai

1

Water Heaters

 

RIK-KIT (Optional)

1

(3/4" Fittings Include:

 

2

Unions, 2 Ball Valves,

 

2

Drain Valves and

 

1

Pressure Relief Valve.)

 

3/4" Gas Connection

 

Gas Supply

 

Condensate drain line

Minimum 3/4" Cold Water Supply Line

Condensate

drain

IMPORTANT: Connect the building return line to the hot water supply line as close as possible to the Rinnai Water Heater.

Tank Water Heater to be Sized for Heat Loss of Circulation Loop.

Electric Water

Heater

Building Supply

Building

Fixtures

Expansion Tank

 

KEY

3/4" Ball Valve

Pressure Regulator

 

3/4" Union

Circulating Pump

Check Valve

Boiler Drain Valve

Pressure Relief Valve

S Solenoid Valve

This is not an engineered drawing. It is intended only as a guide and not as a replacement for professionally engineered project drawings. This drawing is not intended to describe a complete system. It is up to the contractor/engineer to determine the necessary components and configuration of the particular system being installed. This drawing does not imply compliance with local building code requirements. It is the responsibility of the contractor/engineer to ensure installation is in accordance with all local building codes. Confer with local building officials before installation.

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Rinnai RC98I, RC98E, RC80I, RC80E installation manual Recommended Piping for Circulation Systems, For this application

RC80E, RC80I, RC98E, RC98I specifications

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Starting with the RC80E, this model features a maximum flow rate of 8 gallons per minute, making it suitable for smaller homes or multi-family settings. It incorporates Rinnai's Circ-Logic technology, allowing homeowners to customize their hot water recirculation. This means users can schedule hot water availability, ensuring comfort while minimizing water waste.

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