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Rinnai Clearances to combustibles and service

Updated · by Aurora Star Tech Inc.

Rinnai Clearances to combustibles and service: reference table for the wall furnace (EX DT series): a quick-reference table with notes.

Wall FurnaceClearancesEX DT

Rinnai Clearances to combustibles and service table

LocationClearance
Top0 in. (0 mm)
Bottom / ground0 in. (0 mm)
Front (panel)40 in. (1 m) - flooring or carpet under 1.2 in. (30 mm) high not included
Back (including back spacer)0 in. (0 mm)
Sides (left and right)2 in. (50 mm)
Service access10 in. (254 mm) sides; 40 in. (1 m) front; area above per figure
Exhaust extension pipe1 in. (25.4 mm) to combustibles; 0 in. to non-combustibles

How to use the Rinnai Clearances to combustibles and service table

Find your exact model in the first column and read across the row. Values in the Rinnai Clearances to combustibles and service table are a summary for quick reference; the rating plate on the unit and the manufacturer's manual for your model always decide. If your model is not listed, or a value looks different from what you see on the unit, check the manual before changing anything.

Notes

  • Rinnai recommends 10 in. (254 mm) at top and both sides for servicing.
  • Service clearance figure above the unit: 10 in. (254 mm) on EX08DT/EX11DT, 9 in. (229 mm) on EX17DT/EX22DT.

Applies to: EX08DT, EX11DT, EX17DT, EX22DT (and EX22DT-W)

Safety: Gas, electrical and refrigerant work must be done by a licensed technician. Turn off power and gas before servicing, never bypass a safety control, and always follow the manufacturer's manual for your exact model.

Rinnai models this applies to

EX08DTEX11DTEX17DTEX22DTEX22DT-W

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Source: Rinnai EX08DT and EX11DT Installation and Operation Manual (200000083) Table 6 Clearance to Combustibles p.14; Rinnai EX17DT and EX22DT Installation and Operation Manual (200000084) Table 6 p.14. Written in our own words as a summary; always check the original manual.

General guidance for qualified technicians. The manufacturer's installation and service manual and local codes always take priority. Aurora Star Tech is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by any equipment manufacturer; brand and model names are used only to identify equipment and belong to their owners.

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