Specifications – Rinnai RC98I 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
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