355 questions from our users
Rosetta S.asked
I am no getting hot water to the showers but getting hot water to my sinks ?
my unit is around 10 years old
2 answers
Firstly I would check that the shower outlets are within Rinnai specifications.
Secondly replace the shower tapwashers.
If all fails then call Rinnai Service Agent for a needed Service call.
Have you recently replaced the shower outlets
Without the complete picture of your fault I can only make a keep it simple stupid aprouch.
Regards
Peter Kothstein
Gasfitter
WA 0412984116
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Hi Rosetta S,
Thanks for the question.
As Peter Kothstein has kindly mentioned, Rinnai Australia agree and recommend checking the shower outlets and replacing shower tap washers.
If the above does not resolve the issue we recommend a service call to check that the water flow servo valve is working and check the incoming gas pressure.
Rinnai 1st Care service contact number is 1300 555 545 or alternatively you may book online on the following link - https://www.rinnai.com.au/support-resources/online-service-booking/
Thanks,
Rinnai Australia
Markasked
what size house is this suitable for
2 answers
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Hi Mark,
Thanks for the question, we would recommend contacting our Sales Department to discuss this matter. They can be reached on 1300 555 545 (option 1).
Thanks,
Rinnai Australia
Hello Mark,
A Rinnai 16 is recommended for a single bathroom.
If you intend to do renovations may I suggest you purchase a Rinnai Infinity 20 or B20 which is recommended for big 1 bathroom Home up to 2 bathrooms.
The difference is approximately $100 between a B16 to a B20.
The gas consumption of a Rinnai B16 is 124 MJ/hr and a Rinnai B20 is 156 MJ/hr.
Ensure that your gas supply can deliver the minimum gas consumption or the unit will not work to specifications
Ensure your Plumber/Gasfitter gets a minimum of 1.13KPA at the gas connection test point or the unit will not work to specifications.
Commissioning of the unit is the key to years of trouble free operation.
Rinnai Australia now offers extended warranty on heat exchanger subject to you subscribe to Rinnai to carry out a Rinnai technician Service every 5 years, so for a builder's series unit 5 and 10 years extending heat exchanger warranty to 15 years on part only.
If you get a 60 degree unit, a controller is required for the bathroom to comply with 50 degree Australian Standards.
2 or more controllers installed extending your parts and labour warranty by 2 years to 5 years.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.
Regards
Peter Kothstein
0412984116
Peter H.asked
We have had no power for three days and therefore no hot water. As there is no pilot light for infinity 24, is there any way to manually light it?
3 answers
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Hi Peter H,
Thanks for the question.
As the infinity is fitted with an electrical ignition, power is required. Once the power is restored the unit will commence operation when a tap is opened.
Thanks,
Rinnai Australia
Our Rinnai 24 goes cold then hot when not using full pressure, only sometimes ?
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Hi Gary P,
We would recommend contacting our Technical Department to discuss this matter further.
They can be reached on 1300 555 545 (Option 3).
Thanks,
Rinnai Australia
Jithin M.asked
Hi, I am planning to install Rinnai infinity Enviro but unsure which size to choose. We have 2 bathrooms and uses hot water more than average. Can someone suggest which size best work for us, 26 or 32?
2 answers
Based on bathrooms alone you can technically install a Infinity 26L which has a gas consumption of 199MJ/hr.
A 32L is Morely used in Extra Large multi- storey residential properties.
Word of warning insure your Gasfitter gets 1.13 kPa at the units test screw or your unit will not work to specifications.
Regards
Peter Kothstein
0412984116
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Hi Jithin M.,
Thank you for the question.
We would suggest the Rinnai Infinity Enviro 26 will be adequate for your requirements.
For detailed information you may visit our website and select the hot water selector which will provide options on suitable hot water systems for your needs. Alternatively follow the link provided; https://www.rinnai.com.au/hotwater-product-selector/
Thanks,
Rinnai Australia.
Stuartasked
We have an older infinity 16 heater, and it cuts in and out during showering. It is very sensitive to temperature adjustments- if you want a really hot shower its ok- if you want just warm it cuts out. I think it may have something to do with the incoming water temperature. Any suggestions? Is there a sensor I can disable? Thsnks
1 answer
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Hi Stuart,
Thank you for your question.
We would recommend checking the cold water filter as it may require a clean.
If the unit is running on LPG we recommend contacting your local plumber to check, or if the unit is running on Natural Gas we recommend contacting your gas retailer to check the supply.
If you have any further enquires, please contact our Technical Helpdesk team on 1300 555 545 option 3 for assistance.
Thanks,
Rinnai Australia
Vinceasked
Hi I currently have a inifinity 24 model do I need to change the pipes to install a infinity 26 model
1 answer
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Thank you for the question Vince,
If you have previously experienced no issues with water flow or fluctuating temperatures the upgrade to the Infinity 26 can be adapted to the current pipework.
Thanks,
Rinnai Australia
Garryasked
Hi our Rinnai 16 is not firing up. The ignition does not seem to be kicking in. There is gas going to the system as I can smell it when it tries to ignite. I have checked the electric and the plug is ok
Thanks Garry
1 answer
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Thanks for the question Garry, if there is gas and power to the unit you may need to book a service call to diagnose the issue. You can book via our website here:
https://www.rinnai.com.au/support-resources/online-service-booking/
or contact us at 1300 555 545 option 2
Vyaraasked
We have just had a new infinty 26 installed and the water goes cold in the hand basin, and in the kitchen.
1 answer
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Thanks for the question Vyara, we would recommend contacting our Technical Department to discuss this matter further. They can be reached on 1300 555 545 (option 3) or alternatively by emailing [email protected].
Thanks,
Rinnai Australia
Bobasked
I have water dripping from my rinnai 20 heater what can I do please
1 answer
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Thanks for the question Bob, if the water is coming directly from the unit and not the connections leading to it, there may be an issue with the heat exchanger. We would recommend booking a service call to have the unit assessed. In the meantime, if you can, isolate the water supply to the unit to prevent further damage,
Thanks
Rinnai Australia
Peter D.asked
Hi, do you guys know if Rinnai is going out of business? I can't get any response from them on warranty (always the first department to close?)
1 answer
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Thanks for the question Peter D, our contact centre is open from 8.00am - 5.30pm Monday to Friday on 1300 555 545, you can also reach us from the Rinnai Australia website
We have sent a private message to you so we can investigate this matter for you.
Thanks
Rinnai Australia
CMFasked
Hi, I am going away for 1 month. Will hot water unit be ok if I turn off water mains but leave electricity and gas on.
1 answer
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Thanks for the question CMF, turning off the water to the unit will be fine as long as the power to the unit is still operational so the frost protection to the unit will still work.
Thanks
Rinnai Australia
Peter P.asked
what temperature dose cold inlet water have to be to achieve 26 litres a minute thanks peter
1 answer
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Thanks for the question Peter P, we would recommend contacting our Technical Department to discuss this matter further. They can be reached on 1300 555 545 (option 3) or alternatively by emailing [email protected].
Thanks,
Rinnai Australia
Manaakiasked
I can hear the unit igniting or starting then suddenly stops. It heats the water for a second then switches off instantly. I try again and it always starts but doesn’t stay on. It’s as if there is either no gas going in for it to burn-which it has a full tank or the ignition to heat the water cuts out. I have tried many of the troubleshooting tips but none has worked. Does anyone know what Else I can try before I need to call a plumber. Thank you
1 answer
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Thanks for the question Manaaki, have you spoken to the Rinnai technical team? They may be able to troubleshoot with you over the phone and can refer you to book a service call if required. They can be reached on 1300 555 545 option 3.
Belleasked
The water cycles from hot to cold to hot again and continues in this fashion, it’s very unpleasant showering as a result.
1 answer
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Thanks for the question Belle, water fluctuation usually occurs when too much cold water is added to the shower reducing the water flow from the unit. This can be resolved with a water controller where you can specify the temperature you wish to maintain. Alternatively try turning the hot water on first and slowly adding in cold water to retain the correct flow.
Our technical help desk can help you further on 1300 555 545 option 3.
Pauline T.asked
Hi, I have an Infinity 26 with two internal controllers. Recently the control panels have started to blink on and off, and the temperature for hot water and bath fill both default to 40 and can only be raised up higher by persistent button pushing, but then they drop back to 40. I have turned off power to the controller for a few minutes, hoping that would reset it, but no luck. Any suggestions? Thanks.
1 answer
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Thanks for the question Pauline, we would recommend contacting our technical help desk who can run some troubleshooting over the phone to try to resolve the matter. Otherwise a service call may be required. They can be contacted on 1300 555 545 option 3.
Megasked
Hi my rianni 26, blowing fuses, so no hot water..
Please help
1 answer
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Hi Meg,
Thanks for the question, we would recommend contacting our Technical Department to discuss this matter further. They can be reached on 1300 555 545 (option 3) or alternatively by emailing [email protected].
Thanks,
Rinnai Australia
Annieasked
I bought a new controller for my Infinity 24. It is the BC 100 V deluxe controller. Unfortunately the Infinity 24 is not listed as a compatible system for this controller and it's not working. I plugged it in where the old controller went, and though the lights are on I can't control temperature using the new device. The small kitchen panel still works though. Is there a different controller that would be compatible?
1 answer
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Hi Annie,
Any heaters manufactured prior to January 2004 are not compatible with Deluxe Controllers due to the power consumption required by the advanced technology, which is why the lights display, but not any of the functions. While the MC601Q does not have the features of the Deluxe Controller, the technology is compatible with the Infinity 24.
Thanks,
Rinnai Australia
Ross Hasked
Hi my rinnai b16 gas water heater is very loudat start up when someone turns a hot water tap on is this normal
1 answer
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Thanks for the question Ross H, we would recommend contacting our Technical Department to discuss this matter further. They can be reached on 1300 555 545 (option 3).
Thanks,
Rinnai Australia
Peteasked
Mine is about 17 years old and is now not maintaining temp (hot to warm and back again). I have cleaned the inlet water filter and removed the water re-stricter from my shower head, which worked fine until recently and when removed made no difference. I have also listened to the gas flow during operation and no fluctuation noticed. We also have a temp controller in the bathroom. Wondering if it hot water unit needs replacing. Any idea what is going on? If I need to, do you recommended replacement model?
1 answer
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Thanks for the question Pete, we would recommend contacting our Technical Department to discuss this matter further. They can be reached on 1300 555 545 (option 3).
Thanks,
Rinnai Australia
Johnasked
How can I adjust the heat upwards on my Rinnai Infinity 32.
The unit is about 10 years old and working well.
Cheers
John
1 answer
Rinnai A.Rinnai
Thanks for the question John, we would recommend contacting our Technical Department to discuss this matter. They can be reached on 1300 555 545 (option 3) or alternatively by emailing [email protected].
Thanks,
Rinnai Australia
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