Rinnai Solar Hot Water Problems

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Rinnai solar hot water problems.

House was built 2014 with a rinnai solar hot water system easter 2017 the release frost valve blew on solar panel water was gushing out running down drain pipes we didn t hear it on that side of the house until a neighbour called our attention to it we called rinnai ph no. The system is a sunmaster by rinnai with two solar hot water panels on the roof with the rinnai continuous flow gas boost the system is not designed for the intended purpose. Tank failed due to corrosion at cold water inlet and was replaced under warranty. 100 years of experience and the industry s leading warranty gives our consumers and business partners peace of mind.

Therefore water that is quite hot returning from solar collectors does not boil. It is always recommended that a solar hot water system be installed with a booster unit for days when there s low solar gain. A very poor product that should last more than 3 years without fail i have been quoted 930 for a replacement panel without any labour. Go with a pro.

This may reduce the pressure sufficiently to flash some of the hot water at the top of the tank to steam making the noise in the tank. There is no hot water until the problem can be fixed. If a controller is fitted check that it is on also check gas supply turn gas stove top on then turn hot water tap on. Only an answer service stating they were closed for the festive season and leave a message.

Replacement tank has failed within warranty period due to corrosion at hot water inlet in the same manner as before. Our rinnai hot water units with solar panels have major water leaks from the solar panels after being installed a few months ago in our new house. If the cold water inlet pressure is low and the tank temperature is high and a tap is opened the pressure can fall. If flame drops on stove this shows it is possibly a gas supply issue.

All of our gas boosted solar hot water systems utilise a dedicated continuous flow unit built around the same technology as the rinnai infinity australia s number one continuous flow hot water system. Checkpower supply plug another appliance ie hairdryer into power point and test. Environmentally friendly and cost effective we ve developed 3 types of solar hot water units close coupled systems flat plate systems and evacuated tube systems which allow our solar water heaters to be integrated into almost any home. Eliminate your hot water worry with a rinnai tankless water heater.

Rinnai sunmaster tank installed as part of hills evacuated tube solar hotwater system. The problem started with just condensation inside the panel.