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Rinnai RU98i only works with cover off

EO
EO Member Posts: 1
in Domestic Hot Water
Hi all,



I am a new owner of a rinnai RU98i. That doesn't ignite or ignites and then turns off after a few seconds. I have been getting the error codes 11 and 12. This doesnt seem to happen with the front cover off. I was wondering of there was a simple fix to this problem thanks.



This is a brand new unit and this issue has occurred since installation.



Thanks so much,

EO

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  • meplumber
    meplumber Member Posts: 678
    Call the installer

    You need to get the installer back out there. He is responsible for the warranty of the unit.
  • Larry Weingarten
    Larry Weingarten Member Posts: 3,564
    Long ago...

    ... I had a similar problem with a similar heater.  It turned out the metal cover shorted out part of the control circuitry when it was properly in place.  Have a look around for any wiring that might interfere with the cover.



    Yours,  Larry
  • Jack
    Jack Member Posts: 1,048
    I would

    unplug the unit from 120 v. Remove th cover and see if all the exposed wires are securely fastened. Pay particular attention to the yellow wire to the flame rod. As well make sure the insulating boot is secure on the sparker. If that isn't in place it may be arcing to the cover. This is your installers job.
  • Gordan
    Gordan Member Posts: 891
    I've seen this with plugged intake or vent

    If the unit can take interior combustion air with the cover off, this could explain it.
  • TheJazzMan
    TheJazzMan Member Posts: 1
    Same Issue with E-110C

    I have a newly installed E-110CN that does the same thing. WOrks great with the cover off, but shortly after I put the cover on the unit either locks up or never ignites. The only way to get it going again is to reset it.



    In my case, I installed this unit myself and had my plumber hook up the gas, so calling the installer back isn’t an option.
  • Jack
    Jack Member Posts: 1,048
    The cabinet

    on the RU model provides the combustion air chamber, meaning the CA enters thru the outer pipe in the concentric vent and then is pulled into the intake"horn" on the lower mid- rt side. Therefore, with 12 error code I would say that you need to check the vent to make sure the joints are secure and make sure you are getting no recirc of exhaust gases from the termination.



    On your 110 I would suggest that you pull the kill the power, remove the cover and check to make sure that all the electrical connections are secure. You should be able to see if you are pinching one or it is kinda sorta connected.
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