Richmond RMTG70DVLN-3 Water Heaters Instruction Manual

June 13, 2024
RICHMOND

Richmond RMTG70DVLN-3 Water Heaters

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Product Information

The Richmond Water Heaters are available in both indoor and outdoor models. They have a gas input rate ranging from 11,000 BTU/h to 199,900 BTU/h. The water heaters have a uniform energy factor (UEF) of 0.82 and a maximum gallons per minute (GPM) flow rate of 9.5. They are equipped with built-in LeakGuardTM technology and meet the Ultra Low NOx requirements.
The water heaters have a heat exchanger made of copper and provide freeze protection. They come with a warranty of 15 years for the heat exchanger, 5 years for parts, and 1 year for labor. The dimensions of the water heaters vary depending on the model.

Product Usage Instructions

Installation:

  1. Choose the appropriate Richmond Water Heater model based on your needs.
  2. Ensure that you have the necessary clearances for installation (refer to the manual for specific clearances).
  3. If installing an indoor model, connect the water heater to a gas supply using a 3/4 NPT gas connection.
  4. If installing an outdoor model, ensure proper ventilation using UL-approved Category III Stainless Steel vent materials or water heater manufacturer-approved vent material.
  5. Mount the water heater using the included hanging bracket.
  6. Connect the hot water and cold water pipes to the water heater using 3/4 NPT connections.
  7. Connect the power supply to the water heater (120V 60Hz).

Usage:

  1. Set the desired temperature using the controls on the water heater or the included external remote.
  2. The water heater will start heating when there is a minimum activation flow of 0.4 GPM.
  3. For continuous hot water supply, ensure a minimum continuous flow of 0.26 GPM.
  4. If needed, the high-temperature upgrade is available (refer to the manual for instructions).
  5. Monitor the built-in digital display for temperature and other information.

Maintenance:

  1. Regularly check for any leaks or malfunctions.
  2. Keep the area around the water heater clear for easy access and servicing.
  3. Follow the recommended venting and clearance guidelines for safe operation.
  4. If any issues arise, refer to the troubleshooting section in the manual or contact customer support.

EASY INSTALLATION

  • Industry Leading! 43′ vent run capability
  • Enhanced design up to 10% smaller to fit in even more places than before
  • Enhanced design up to 22% lighter making one-person installs even easier

READY FOR RETROFITS

  • Industry Best! 1/2″ side to side clearance allows you to safely work in spaces the competition can’t
  • 1/2″ Gas line compatibility (subject to local code)
  • Universal Venting Compatibility with UBBINK, Metal Fab, and Rainbow venting for easier tankless to tankless replacements

KEY FEATURES

  • Richmond® Exclusive! Hot-start Programming™ ensures the unit is in a ready state between back-to-back usage, minimizing any cold water bursts
  • Built-in EcoNet® Wi-Fi technology for direct control from your device (on select models)
  • LeakGuard® – All-inclusive leak detection and prevention system that detects any leak that comes from the unit (on indoor Wi-Fi models)

SPECIFICATIONS

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Richmond Model Number

| | INDOOR| | | OUTDOOR|
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
RMTG- 70DVLN-3| | | RMTG- 70XLN-3| RMTG- 84XELN-3

(Wi-Fi Model)

| RMTG- 95XELN-3

(Wi-Fi Model)

Built-in LeakGuard **Model Number| | RMTG- 84DVELN-3**

(Wi-Fi Model)

| RMTG- 95DVELN- 3

(Wi-Fi Model)

|
Gas Input Rate (BTU/h)| MAX| 160,000| 180,000| 199,900| 160,000| 180,000| 199,900
MIN| 11,000| 11,000| 11,000| 11,000| 11,000| 11,000
Uniform Energy Factor (UEF)| 0.82
Gallons Per Minute (GPM)| MAX (35°F)| 7.0| 8.4| 9.5| 7.0| 8.4| 9.5
45°F Rise| 6.0| 6.7| 7.4| 6.0| 6.7| 7.4
67°F Rise| 4.5| 5.1| 5.0| 4.5| 5.1| 5.0
Number of Bathrooms 1| 2.5| 3| 3.5| 2.5| 3| 3.5
Temp. Range| 100°F – 140°F
Temp. Setting from Factory| 120°F
High Temp. Upgrade Available| No
Freeze Protection| -30°F Air Intake2, -4°F Ambient
Heat Exchanger Material| Primary: Copper
Minimum Activation Flow| 0.4 GPM
Minimum Continuous Flow| 0.26 GPM
Maximum Altitude| 7,800 ft.
Ultra Low NOx| Meets 14 ng/J NOx requirements – SCAQMD Rule 1146.2 compliant
Warranty| 15 Year Heat Exchanger | 5-Year Parts | 1-Year Labor
Height| 24.2″| 20.75″
Width| 13.5″| 13.5″
Depth| 10.27″| 9.4″
Weight (Lbs.)| 46.5| 42
Venting Diam. Allowed| 3″ by 5″CONCENTRIC| N/A
Max. Single Vent Run (straight pipe)| 43 ft.| N/A
Approved Venting Manufacturer| Metal Fab, Rainbow, UBBINK
Manifold Controls (max. units)| 6 Units3
Controls| Built-in digital display| External Remote (Included)
Power Supply| 120V 60Hz
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Max. Power Consumption

| 85W (Normal use), 0.7 Amps 132W (Antifreeze), 1.1 Amps 3.5W (Standby), 0.03 Amps4
Gas Connection| 3/4″ NPT
Hot Water Connection| 3/4″ NPT
Cold Water Connection| 3/4″ NPT

All models are available in Natural Gas or Propane (LP). For Propane replace the N with P for LP model.

RMTG-Series Models Indoor & Outdoor Models 11,000-199,900 BTU/h Natural Gas and Liquid Propane Models
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Clearances

Top / Bottom| 12″
Front| 1/2″5
Sides| 1/2″
Back / From Vent Pipe| 0″

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Based on simultaneous showers using 2.5 GPM flow rate pre-mixed with cold water line. Flow rates vary depending on temperature of incoming cold water and water heater set temperature. Refer to flow rate curves for accurate sizing. 2 For indoor application, this is the temperature of outdoor intake air. 3 Manifolds with standard RJ11 communication cables. 4 If anti freeze is on and combustion is on, total W will be 217W (85+132). 5 Recommended 24″ clearance for service.

WATER HEATER FLOW RATE CURVES

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VENTING

SINGLE UNIT: MAX. EQUIVALENT VENT LENGTHS – STRAIGHT PIPE

Number of 90 Elbows| __

Max Length 3″ / 5″ straight pipe

0| 43 ft. (13.1 m)
1| 41.5 ft. (12.6 m)
2| 38.5 ft. (12.2 m)
3| 34 ft. (11.7 m)
4| 28 ft. (11.3 m)
5| 20.5 ft. (10.8 m)
6| 11.5 ft. (10.4 m)
Equivalent Ft. of Elbows

| 3″/5″
90° Elbow| 1.6 ft.
45° Elbow| 9 in.
Min. Vent Length Straight Pipe

Number of 90° Elbows| Min. Length 3″/5″ pipe
1| 1.0 ft (0.3 m)

Venting Materials Allowed: 3-in./5-in. (7.6-cm/12.7-cm) UL-approved Category III Stainless Steel vent materials or water heater manufacturer-approved vent material (MetalFab, UBBINK, and Rainbow)
Hanging bracket and pressure relief valves are included with water heater

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PARTS & ACCESSORIES

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In keeping with its policy of continuous progress and product improvement, Richmond reserves the right to make changes without notice.
Richmond Water Heaters • 1115 Northmeadow Parkway, Suite 100, Roswell, Georgia 30076
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