Gas flued heaters heat one room but with larger models heat may flow into other rooms. They are designed to be installed with a flue. This means any unburnt gas are expelled outside via the metal chimney (flue) rather into your room. This makes them suitable for people with breathing difficulties, the young or infirm.
Flued gas heaters are reported as being less efficient than portable (unflued) gas heaters because some heat is lost through the flue. However it is preferable to lose heat through the flue than to lose heat through air vents required with portable heaters. (Two air vents must be installed adjacent to a gas bayonet to ensure there is adequate fresh air in the room. The portable heater than attaches to the gas bayonet).
If you want affordable room heating with zero emissions then a gas flued heater is the answer. For your safety, it is important that you have your gas heater serviced every two years and regularly inspect your chimney for any signs of damage or blockage eg discolouration or stains on the wall.
About Air & Water
- Air & Water supply and install all types of residential and commercial flued heaters by Rinnai.
- We are a heating and cooling specialist who will come to you and discuss your options.
- Supply and install heaters across the Perth metro area.
- Air and Water has built a reputation for excellent customer service and back this by an unbeaten 5 year installation warranty.
Contact us for a free quote today on 6363 5343.
Rinnai Gas Flued Heater Comparison
| Energysaver | Ultima | Spectra | |
| Models | 309FT, 559FT, 561FT, 1005FT+ | Inbuilt or freestanding (console) | Inbuilt or free standing (console) |
| Type of Heater | Convection | Radiant and convection | Radiant and convection |
| Area Heats* | 309FT: 27-49m2 559FT: 47-85m2 561FT: 47-85m2 1005FT: 75-138m2 |
59-109m2 | 41-75m2 |
| Output (kW) | 309FT: 2.9 559FT: 5.2 561FT: 5.0 1005FT: 8.6 |
7.0 | 5.2 |
| Colour | White | Silver or beige | Beige or brown |
| Efficiency (Star Rating) | 4.8 | 4.4 | 2.1 |
| Emissions (Star Rating) | 6.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| Features | Thermostat, dual timers, child lock, economy mode & more |
Thermostat, multiple timers, child lock, economy mode & more |
Manual 3 settings |
| Installation | Various options** | Fit into an existing fireplace | Fit into an existing fireplace |
+ Commercial models 559FDT and 1005FDT also available
* The large variation in area heated reflects the temperature conditions. As Perth has a mild climate the heaters tend to heat the larger area specified but this will depend on outside temperature and home conditions like insulation, window size and draughts
** Contains a”Powerflue” which provides muliple installation options.
Contact Air and Water on 6363 5343 for model features and the price of flued gas heating.