Rinnai air handler error codes

4 codes (0 faults, 4 normal display and menu codes), plus 1 settings tables.

CodeMeaningSeverity / type
Configuration menuConfiguration menuMenu / mode display
Installer menuInstaller menu (password protected)Menu / mode display
Status menuStatus menu (operating parameters)Menu / mode display
Troubleshoot menuTroubleshoot menu (read operating parameters)Menu / mode display

Settings and specs

Clearances and closet return opening

Clearances · Air handler

ItemRequirement
Unit casing (top, sides, back, front, bottom)0 in. to combustibles
Plenum and duct0 in. for first 36 in. (914 mm) and rest of ductwork
Service24 in. (610 mm) in front
Closet louvered return, minimum open area360 sq in. (0.23 sq m) for CAH050E and CAH050CE
  • If louver free area is unknown assume 25% for wood and 75% for metal louvers or grilles.
  • Air filters (not supplied) must be listed Class 2 furnace filters.

Source: Rinnai Canadian Air Handler Installation and Operation Manual (600000023), Non-Ducted Return Closet Installation p.16

Models covered

CAH050CECAH050E

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