Rinnai RCE-229A - Manual (Page 17)

Model RCE-229A 800-621-9419 1 7
M A I N T E N A N C E / S E R V I C E
MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS
This heater has been designed and constructed for a long performance life when installed and operated
properly under normal conditions. Regular inspections, as outlined in this section, are strongly
recommended as means of keeping your heater operating efficiently and safely throughout the season.
Access to internal parts is from the front of the heater.
1. Cleaning
Clean air filter at least once a week. Do not wait for filter
warning lamp to come on before cleaning filter. Do not use
the heater with the filter warning lamp on, this may cause it
to overheat. Dusty filter reduces the air flow through the
heater, as well as, reducing the heater’s effectiveness. Clean
filter with air pressure or vacuum cleaner.
Heater must be cleaned annually. Keep heater clear of dust and debris especially in and around
the ODS burner. Cleaning procedures of heater are as follows:
1) Turn heater off. Unplug electric cord and allow to cool for one hour.
2) Remove the two(2) screws that hold the louver and two(2) screws at the bottom of the left and
right hand side panel.
3) Use pressurized air to remove dust from around
burner and electrical components.
Apply air pressure with nozzle to five(5) holes on
combustion chamber cover.
(See page 24 of schematics, part #RC-219-31, key
#117-1)
4) All outside parts of the heater can be cleaned using
soap and water on a soft damp cloth.
DO NOT DAMAGE OR DISTORT ANY PARTS OF HEATER.
DO NOT USE WET CLOTH OR SPRAY CLEANERS ON BURNER.
UNIT SHOULD BE CHECKED AND CLEANED ANNUALLY BY A PROFESSIONAL.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
STEP 1:
1) Be sure the heater is properly installed. See Section 2. INSTALLATION.
2) Make sure gas valve on L.P. Gas bottle or gas supply line is ON and gas pressure is available.
3) Make a careful visual inspection of all electrical connection and wiring.
STEP 2:
If the trouble persists after checking step 1, please check the cause of trouble in the following trouble shooting
chart and correct it by following the procedures shown.