
Gas Continuous Flow Water Heater
Operation & Installation Manual
MODELS
Infinity B26 (REU-BM2626W)
Infinity B20 (REU-BM2024W)
Infinity B16 (REU-BM1620W)
Infinity B12 (REU-BM1220W)

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Congratulations on the purchase of your Rinnai Gas Continuous Flow Water Heater. We trust you will have many
years of comfort and enjoyment from your appliance.
IMPORTANT
BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
Before proceeding with the operation or installation read this manual thoroughly and gain a full
understanding of the appliance, to ensure safe and correct use.
All Rinnai gas products
sold in Australia are
A.G.A. certified.
This appliance must be installed in accordance with:
• Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions
• Current AS/NZS 3000 & AS/NZS 3500 & AS/NZS 5601
• Plumbing Code of Australia (PCA)
• Local Regulations and Municipal Building Codes
including local OH&S requirements
These products comply with the lead-free requirements of
the National Construction Code – Volume 3.
This appliance must be installed, maintained and removed
ONLY by an Authorised Person.
For continued safety of this appliance it must be installed
and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.

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OPERATION TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warnings & Important Information 4
Before Using This Appliance .............................................................................................................................................. 4
Regulatory Information ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
Notice to Victorian Consumers .......................................................................................................................................... 4
Warning About Hot Water ................................................................................................................................................... 4
Operational Safety Information ......................................................................................................................................... 5
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Water Temperature Control 8
Maximum Delivery Temperatures ....................................................................................................................................... 8
Operation Without Water Controllers ................................................................................................................................ 8
Rinnai Water Controllers ..................................................................................................................................................... 8
Location ............................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Water Resistance .............................................................................................................................................................. 8
Temperature Control ......................................................................................................................................................... 9
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Universal Water Controller (MC-601Q) Operation ......................................................................................................... 10
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Smartstart Pre-Heat System ..............................................................................................................................................11
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Water Controller Functions ...............................................................................................................................................11
Trouble Shooting 12
Error Codes ........................................................................................................................................................................ 12
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Service ................................................................................................................................................................................ 13
Installation Table of Contents 14
Contacts 32

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WARNING
BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
Before proceeding with the operation or installation read this manual thoroughly and gain a full
understanding of the appliance, to ensure safe and correct use.
Always comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous situations and to ensure
optimum performance.
Failure to carefully read and follow all instructions in this manual can result in equipment
malfunction, property damage, personal injury and/or death.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
personal injury or death.
WARNINGS: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
personal injury or death.
CAUTIONS: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury or damage to the appliance. It may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
WARNING
REGULATORY INFORMATION
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This Appliance must be installed correctly by an appropriately licensed tradesperson. The
installation of gas, water, and electricity must conform to local regulations.
The installation of gas, water, and electricity must conform to local regulations, including local
OH&S requirements. The installation must also comply with the instructions supplied by Rinnai.
Please keep this instruction booklet in a safe place for future reference.
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Notice to Victorian Consumers
This appliance must be installed by a person licensed with the Victorian Building Authority. Only
a licensed person will have insurance protecting their workmanship. So make sure you use a
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For further information contact the Victorian Building Authority on 1300 815 127.
WARNING
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entering a shower, to ensure it is suitable
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Operational Safety Information
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sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
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above 43°C. In addition transfer of 'priority' between
controllers is not possible. These are safety features.
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Depending on the weather conditions and the length
of the pipe between the hot water unit and the
outlet in use, there may be a variation between the
temperatures displayed at the water controller(s) and
the temperature of the water at the outlet.
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after use. However, if you prefer to turn the water
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maximum of 50°C will be stored in the system memory
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temperature is set above 50°C, transferring and then
returning 'priority' to the Kitchen Water Controller will
result in a set temperature of 50°C being selected.
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than the Kitchen the temperature will be 42°C.
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Controller when the water heater ‘In Use’ indicator is
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heaters is available from Rinnai.
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without warning. Opening the tap further will restart
the heating appliance.
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appliances and does not indicate a fault.
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gas, and drain all water from the appliance. If power
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delivery temperature selected and the ambient water
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FEATURES & BENEFITS
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MAXIMUM DELIVERY TEMPERATURES
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refer to "Table 2. Maximum Delivery Temperatures" on page 27. The appliance model number
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RINNAI WATER CONTROLLERS
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sold in Australia.
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ALWAYS AVOID exposure to water when the battery compartment is open.
When cleaning your water controller use ONLY a damp cloth and a mild detergent.
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Operation Table of Contents 3
General Installation Information 16
Regulations ........................................................................................................................................................................ 16
Applicable Models ............................................................................................................................................................. 16
Appliance Location ............................................................................................................................................................ 16
Outdoor Models ............................................................................................................................................................... 16
Mounting Of Appliance .................................................................................................................................................... 16
Service Connection Points ............................................................................................................................................. 17
Pipe Sizing ...................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Water Supply ................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Hot Water Delivery Temperature ...................................................................................................................................... 18
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Appliance Flue Terminal ................................................................................................................................................... 19
Horizontal Obstructions ................................................................................................................................................... 20
Sideways Flue Diverter - All models ................................................................................................................................20
Multiple Appliance Installations ....................................................................................................................................... 20
Water Controller Installation 21
General Information ........................................................................................................................................................... 21
Master / Sub Water Controllers & Associated Temperatures .......................................................................................... 21
Water Controllers Limitations .......................................................................................................................................... 21
Location ........................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Communication Cables ................................................................................................................................................... 22
Joining Communication Cables ....................................................................................................................................... 22
Connecting Communication Cable(s) With 'Ezi connect' ............................................................................................... 23
Universal Water Controller (MC-601Q) Installation ........................................................................................................ 23
Additional Programming & Activation Requirements ....................................................................................................... 24
Commissioning 25
Testing ................................................................................................................................................................................ 25
Delivery Temperature ........................................................................................................................................................ 25
50°C Compliant Models .................................................................................................................................................. 25
For All Other Models ...................................................................................................................................................... 25
Gas Pressure Setting ....................................................................................................................................................... 26
Wiring Diagram .................................................................................................................................................................. 26
Commissioning Check List ............................................................................................................................................... 26
Installation Record ............................................................................................................................................................ 26
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Table 2. Maximum Delivery Temperatures ......................................................................................................................
Table 3. Appliance Dimensions - BM Series & Universal Water Controller ................................................................. 28
Table 4. Other Accessories ............................................................................................................................................... 30
Contacts 32
INSTALLATION TABLE OF CONTENTS

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WARNING
INSTALLATION, SERVICE AND REMOVAL MUST BE BY AN APPROPRIATELY LICENSED
TRADESPERSON ONLY.
It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure all current AS/NZS 5601 requirements are met.
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REGULATIONS
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APPLIANCE FLUE TERMINAL
Horizontal Terminal Clearances (Extract from AS/NZS 5601)
Min. Clearances
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300
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300
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300
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500
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1500
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1500
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Space heaters up to 50 MJ/hr input
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1000
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building with the exception of sub-floor ventilation:
Vertically below an openable window, non-mechanical air inlet, or any other opening into a
building with the exception of sub-floor ventilation:
Where dimensions c, j or k cannot be achieved an equivalent horizontal distance measured
diagonally from the nearest discharge point of the terminal to the opening may be deemed by
the Technical Regulator to comply.
See Clause 6.9.4 for restrictions on a flue terminal under a covered area.
See Figure J3 for clearances required from a flue terminal to an LP Gas cylinder. A
flue terminal is considered to be a source of ignition.
For minimum clearances not addressed above acceptance should be obtained from the
Technical Regulator.
Minimum clearances d and e also apply to any combustion air intake openings of appliances.
1
2
3
4
5
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NOTES:
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area for flue terminals
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There MUST be NO partial obstructions to the front cover of the appliance or any other parts
of the appliance casing. This will avoid the appliance failing to operate under windy conditions.
Sideways Flue Diverter - All models
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the installer MUST set switches SW1
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GENERAL INFORMATION
IMPORTANT
Other manufacturers water controllers are NOT compatible with Rinnai water heaters. Water
controllers MUST NOT be used with any Solar Boost water heater. Rinnai water controllers
brought in from other countries are not compatible with Rinnai appliances sold in Australia.
Regardless of water controller installation, all Rinnai water heaters must only be installed by an
Authorised person.
Water controllers, transceivers and water heaters DO NOT contain user serviceable parts and
must ONLY be serviced and repaired by an authorised person.
Master / Sub Water Controllers & Associated Temperatures
Only one MC model water controller can be designated as the 'Master' water controller. This water controller is
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kitchen applications. Temperatures higher than 55°C are possible but usually unnecessary and will result in higher
gas use and increase the risk of burns.
Some additional conditions regarding Master Controller maximum temperatures apply when a wireless water
controller is used as the 'Master' water controller.
(i) Temperatures of 55°C or higher can only be selected on the controller designated as the 'Master' water
controller if the transceiver 'Max Temp' is also programmed to 55°C or higher.
(ii) The temperature of hot water delivered is always limited to the maximum temperature programmed into the
water heater itself. For example, if the transceiver maximum temperature is programmed to 55°C and the
water heater is limited to 50°C, the maximum temperature that the water heater will deliver is 50°C. In this
case 55°C will be displayed on the wireless Master Controller until a tap is opened after which the display will
revert to 50°C.
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The remaining water controllers are designated 'sub' controllers and are for use in bathrooms, toilets and laundries.
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Location
NOTE
• DO NOT install water controllers near a heat source, such as a cook top, stove or oven. Heat,
steam, smoke and hot oil may cause damage.
• DO NOT install water controllers outdoors unless protection from water / dust ingress and
sunlight are provided.
• The water controller set as the MASTER water controller MUST NOT be installed in a
bathroom.
• DO NOT install water controllers in direct sunlight.
• DO NOT install water controllers against a metal wall unless the wall is earthed in accordance
with AN/NZS 3000.
• Water controllers MUST NOT be installed where chemicals such as benzene, alcohol,
turpentine, hydrogen sulphide, ammonia, chlorine or other similar chemicals are in use.
The Water controller is a water resistant device, however excessive exposure to water may result
in damage to the water controller. Durability is improved when positioned outside the shower
recess.
• AVOID direct exposure to water or steam as these conditions may cause a malfunction.
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MUST BE installed at least 400 mm above the highest part of a sink, basin or bath.
• When cleaning your water controller use ONLY a damp cloth and a mild detergent.
For water controller dimensions refer to "Table 3. Appliance Dimensions – BM Series & Universal
Water Controller" on page 28.
Communication Cables
Wired water controllers operate at an extra low voltage (12 Volts DC) which is supplied from the water heater,
a 10 metre long communications cable is supplied for connection to the water heater. ONLY Rinnai supplied
communication cables may be used.
Optional longer per metre communication cabling Part No. 92078609 is available from Rinnai.
NOTE
The per metre communication cable does not come supplied with spade connectors, spade
connectors are available from your local electrical component retailer.
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so
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are available from your local electrical component retailer).
Follow steps 1 through 5 of "Connecting Communication Cable(s) With 'Ezi connect'" on page 23 to terminate
the joined cable pairs to the water heater.
When
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Connecting Communication Cable(s) With 'Ezi connect'
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plug of the water heater from the electric power
socket.
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appliance.
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open and thread the cable through the weather
seal of the cable access hole
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and re-tighten.
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be connected to either terminal.
5. Return the 'Ezi connect' cable connector to the
original position taking care NOT to damage
cable wires in the process and replace the
retaining screw
A
.
CAUTION
Check that the communication cable wiring is NOT damaged.
UNIVERSAL WATER CONTROLLER (MC-601Q) INSTALLATION
1. Determine the most suitable position, refer "Location" on page 22.
2. Mark and drill 3 holes (mounting and cable access) refer to page 28 for water controller dimensions.
3. When running cable through the access hole ensure the connector end of the cable is located nearest to the
water controller (Fig. 1).
4. Carefully remove the cover plates from the water controller, using a screw driver (Fig. 2).
5. Connect the cable to the water controller. Feed any excess cable lengths into the wall cavity to avoid the
pinching of cables between the wall and the water controller.
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1
Are there four water controllers connected?
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temperatures higher than 50°C.
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possible to select temperatures higher than 50°C. If not, repeat STEP 1.
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TABLE 1. SUPPLY, FLOW RATES, WEIGHTS & SERVICE CONNECTIONS
Model
Gas Rate
Water Supply
Pressure
Max Flow at Temp Rise
(at minimum water supply pressure)
Weight
Fittings
Min Max Hot Cold Gas
MJ/hr kPa L/min / °C kg (DN = mm)
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TABLE 2. MAXIMUM DELIVERY TEMPERATURES
(a) Factory "Pre-Set" Maximum delivery temperature (°C)
(b) Can the Factory "Pre-Set" Maximum delivery temperature be changed by an authorised person?
Non - 50°C
Compliant - Models
Delivery Temperature
REU-BM1220W REU-BM1620W REU-BM2024W REU-BM2626W
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Delivery Temperature
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TABLE 3. APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS – BM SERIES & UNIVERSAL WATER CONTROLLER
All dimensions in mm
unless otherwise stated.
Model
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A Width 351 351 351 351 90
B Depth 202 202 202 202 21
C Height Unit 531 531 531 531 120
D Height - including brackets 571 571 571 571 -
E Hot water outlet (from wall) 87 87 87 87 -
F Hot water outlet (from centre) 105 105 105 105 -
G Cold water inlet (from wall) 68 68 68 68 -
H Cold water inlet (from centre) 10 10 10 10 -
I Gas connection (from wall) 77 77 77 77 -
J Gas connection (from centre) 83 83 83 83 -
K
Gas connection length (from base) 40 40 40 40 -
Cold connection length (from base) 50 50 50 50 -
Hot connection length (from base) 39 39 41 41 -
L Vertical mounting hole centres - - - - 84
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Cable access hole size - - - - Ø20
Position - - - - Centre
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TABLE 4. OTHER ACCESSORIES
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Pipe
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designed to conceal pipes and valves.
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32 HW_CF_BM OIM Issue 1 - February 2025
Rinnai Australia Pty Ltd
ABN 74 005 138 769 | AU45204
82-88 Mills Road, Braeside, Victoria, 3195
P.O. Box 460, Braeside, Victoria 3195
Tel: (03) 9271 6625
National Help Line
Tel: 1300 555 545*
Monday to Friday, 8.00 am to 5.00 pm EST.
After Hours Hot Water Service Line
Tel: 1800 000 340*
*Cost of a local call may be higher from a mobile phone.
(National calls from public phones in Australia are free.)
For further information visit www.rinnai.com.au
or email [email protected]
Rinnai has a Service and Spare Parts network with
personnel who are fully trained and equipped to give
the best service on your Rinnai appliance. If your
appliance requires service, please call our National
Help Line. Rinnai recommends that commercial
appliances be serviced every 1 year and that
domestic appliances be serviced every 2 years.
With our policy of continuous improvement, we
reserve the right to change, or discontinue at any time,
specifications or designs without notice.
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