Rinnai R98LSI Water Heater User Manual


 
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Specifications
Rinnai is continually updating and improving products. Therefore, specifications are subject to change without
prior notice.
The maximum inlet gas pressure must not exceed the value specified by the manufacturer. The minimum value
listed is for the purpose of input adjustment.
Model
R50LSi
R75LSi
R94LSi
R98LSi
R98LSi-
ASME
Minimum Gas Consumption Btu/h 15,000 19,000
Maximum Gas Consumption Btu/h 150,000 180,000 237,000
Hot water capacity (Min - Max) *
0.6 - 5.0 GPM
(2.3 - 18.9 L/min)
0.6 - 7.5 GPM
(2.3 - 28.4 L/min)
0.6 - 9.4 GPM
(2.3 - 35.5 L/min)
0.6 - 9.8 GPM
(2.3 - 37 L/min)
Hot water capacity (45°F rise)
5.0 GPM
(18.9 L/min)
6.7 GPM
(25.4 L/min)
8.5 GPM
(32.2 L/min)
Default Temperature Setting (no controller) 120º F (49º C)
Temperature Controller Default Setting 104º F (40º C)
Maximum Temp Setting (commercial **) 160º F (71º C) 185º F (85º C)
Maximum Temp Setting (residential)
see Temperature Ranges for more information
140º F (60º C)
Minimum Temperature Setting 98º F (37º C)
Weight 50 lb (23 kg) 55 lb (25 kg)
Efficiency Rating
Noise level
49 dB
Electrical
Consumption
Normal 79 W 99 W
Standby
2 W
Anti-frost Protection
100 W 116 W
By-Pass Control
Fixed Electronic
Minimum Gas Supply
Pressure
Natural Gas 5.0 inch W.C.
Propane 8.0 inch W.C.
Maximum Gas Supply
Pressure
Natural Gas 10.5 inch W.C.
Propane 13.5 inch W.C.
Type of Appliance Direct Vent, Temperature controlled continuous flow gas hot water system.
Operation With or without remote controls, mounted in kitchen, bathroom, etc.
Approved Gas Type Natural Gas or Propane - Ensure unit matches gas type supplied at the installation location.
Connections Gas Supply: 3/4" MNPT, Cold Water Inlet: 3/4" MNPT, Hot Water Outlet: 3/4" MNPT
Ignition System Direct Electronic Ignition
Electric Connections Appliance: AC 120 Volts, 60Hz. Remote Control: DC 12 Volts (Digital)
Water Temperature Control Simulation Feedforward and Feedback.
Water Supply Pressure Minimum Water Pressure: 20 PSI (Recommended 30-80 PSI for maximum performance)
Maximum Water Supply Pressure 150 PSI
Remote Control Cable Non-Polarized Two Core Cable (Minimum 22 AWG)
84.0%
199,000 Natural
Gas
190,000 Propane
7.1 GPM
(27.0 L/min)
* Minimum flow may vary slightly depending on the temperature setting and the inlet water temperature.
** for commercial and hydronic applications requiring higher temperatures