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Manual - Rinnai Condensing Water Heaters 3
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
RC80i RC80e RC98i RC98e
Minimum Gas Consumption Btu/h 9,500 (NG) 10,300 (LPG)
Maximum Gas Consumption Btu/h 157,000
199,000
Hot water capacity (Min - Max) * 0.4 - 8.0 GPM (1.5 - 30 L/min) 0.4 - 9.8 GPM (1.5 - 37 L/min)
Hot water capacity (45°F rise) 6.6 GPM (25 L/min) 8.5 GPM (32 L/min)
Default Temperature Setting (no controller) 120º F (49º C)
Temperature Controller Default Setting 104º F (40º C)
Maximum Temp Setting (commercial **) 185º F (85º C)
Maximum Temp Setting (residential)
see Temperature Ranges for more information
Selectable at 120º F (49º C) or at 140º F (60º C)
Minimum Temperature Setting 98º F (37º C)
Weight 63.9 lb (29 kg) 70.5 lb (32 kg)
Energy Factor 0.96 0.94 0.93
Noise level 50 dB
Electrical
Consumption
Normal 63 W 44 W 80 W 59 W
Standby 2 W
Anti-frost Protection 220 W 172 W 220 W 172 W
By-Pass Control 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 Condensing, Tankless, Temperature controlled continuous flow gas hot water system.
Operation With or without temperature controllers, 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. Temperature Controller: DC 12 Volts (Digital)
Water Temperature Control Simulation Feedforward and Feedback.
Water Supply Pressure Minimum Water Pressure: 50 PSI (Recommended 60-80 PSI for maximum performance)
Maximum Water Supply Pressure 150 PSI
Remote Control Cable Non-Polarized Two Core Cable (Minimum 22 AWG)
Energy Star Qualified Yes
* Minimum flow may vary slightly depending on the temperature setting and the inlet water temperature.
** for commercial and hydronic applications requiring higher temperatures