18.11.2016 First edition 19.04.2017 New chapter: Valve connection to piping 1.3. Manufacturer identifier, product Manufacturer: Pentair Manufacturing Italy Srl Via Masaccio, 13 56010 Lugnano di Vicopisano (PI) – Italy Product: Siata V132 - SFE 1.4. Intended use The device is intended for residential, commercial or light industry environment (ref. EN 50081-1) use only and it is purpose-built for treatment and softening of water coming from supply network.
Pentair Quality System EMEA products benefit, under specific conditions, from a manufacturer warranty that may be invoked by Pentair’s direct customers. Users should contact the vendor of this product for applicable conditions and in case of a potential warranty claim.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Safety Safety 2.1. Safety pictograms definition Caution Warning Warns of a risk of minor injury or major Warns against serious personal injury material damage to the device or and damage to health. environment. Danger...
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Safety 2.3. Hazards All the safety and protection instructions contained in this document must be observed in order to avoid temporary or permanent injury, damage to property or environmental pollution. At the same time, any other legal regulations, accident prevention and environmental protection measures, as well as any recognized technical regulations relating to appropriate and risk-free methods of working which apply in the country and place of use of the device must be adhered to.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Safety 2.4. Hygiene and sanitization 2.4.1. Sanitary issues Preliminary checks and storage • Check the integrity of the packaging. Check that there is no damage and no signs of contact with liquid to make sure that no external contamination occurred. •...
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Description Description 3.1. Valve versions 3.1.1. Twin pilots The pressure distributor pilot is mounted directly on top of the V132, in this case inlet water is the control fluid and feeds the pilot circuit from the top collector. A controller with a proper camshaft (called twin pilot camshaft) must be mounted on top of the valve and linked to the pilot stems.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Description 3.2.1. Performance flow rate characteristics The graph shows the pressure drop created by the valve itself at different flow rates. It makes it possible to predetermine the maximum flow rate going through the valve depending on the system settings (inlet pressure etc).
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Description 3.4.2. Valve with external pilots Note Only the components that differ from the twin pilots valve are described below. Refer to chapter 3.4.1. Valve with twin pilots, page 16 for more information. Camshaft External pilots Short manifold...
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Description 3.5. System regeneration cycle (4-cycle operation) Service — cycle C0 Untreated water is directed down through the resin bed and up through the riser tube. The hardness ions attach themselves to the resin and are removed from the raw water being exchanged on the resin beads towards sodium ions.
Page 19
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Description Note For illustration purpose only. Always verify inlet and outlet marking on the valve. Valve Valve SERVICE BACKWASH From brine tank Valve Valve BRINE DRAW / FAST RINSE SLOW RINSE C2 and C3 Ref.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Description 3.6. Options available on the valve Backwash flow regulators Backwash flow regulator (1) is positioned in the lower part of the valve. It is accessed by unscrewing protective cap (2). Valves equipped with this accessory are fitted with a flow control set offering the following maximum outputs: Max output Code...
Page 22
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Description Note There is no automatic bypass during a fast rinse cycle. But once the mixing device has been set, it connects the inlet and outlet of the valve. So during the fast rinse phase with a mixing device, it is possible that a flow of untreated water flows into the outlet.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - System sizing System sizing 4.1. Recommendations 4.1.1. Injector/DLFC/BLFC-Valve configuration Tank diameter Resin volume DLFC Injector DF [in] [l/h] [gpm] Washers Brown Blue Blue Black 1450 Black 1450 4.2. Sizing a softener (single unit) 4.2.1.
Page 24
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - System sizing Depending on the inlet water hardness, the service velocity for standard softening has to be between: Inlet water hardness Service velocity °F °dH [mg/l as CaCO [bed volume per hour] °TH 8 - 40 <...
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - System sizing 4.2.2. Determining the required volume of resin When sizing a softener, make sure that the volume of resin in the tank (bed volume) will be sufficient so that even when the peak flow rate is reached, the velocity is still between the above values depending on the hardness.
Page 26
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - System sizing Resin exchange capacity as a function of the salt dosage for standard efficiency: Salt amount Corresponding resin exchange °F.m °d.m [g/L capacity in [g/L ] as CaCO resin resin 29.9 2.99 1.67 37.5 3.75...
Page 27
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - System sizing To calculate the system mass capacity: with: capacity resin resin ex : system mass capacity [g as CaCO 3 ]] capacity : volume of resin [L] resin : resin exchange capacity [g/L as CaCO resin ex resin...
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - System sizing 4.2.4. Valve configuration Knowing the volume of resin, tank size and specifications of the resin, it is possible to determine the required valve configuration. The resin specification will give the backwash velocity, as well as the brine draw and slow rinse velocity that must be respected in order to ensure a proper regeneration of the unit.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - System sizing 4.2.5. Cycle time calculation From this point, the volume of resin, the tank size and the capacity of the softener is determined. Next step is to calculate the regeneration cycle time, which depends on the valve configuration and once again on the resin specifications.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - System sizing To calculate slow rinse duration: The volume of water to be used for slow rinse is given in the resin manufacturers specifications. Generally speaking, it is advised that between 2 and 4 BV of water is used to perform the slow rinse after brine draw.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - System sizing 4.3. Injection flow rates (tables) The following tables represent the injector flow rate as a function of the inlet pressure for the different injector sizes Blue ejector performance Brown ejector performance Pressure [bar] Pressure [bar] Red ejector performance...
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Installation Installation Caution It is strictly forbidden for non-qualified persons to access the system's internal components in order to perform any kind of technical operation. 5.1. Warnings The manufacturer will not be held liable for any damage or injury to persons or property resulting from improper use of the device, or use not in line with the following instructions.
Page 33
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Installation Length of connection pipes between valve and lower distribution system The connection pipe must be cut between 12 to 17 mm, measured from the upper edge of the tank. Remove the sharp edges (1 mm x 45°) to avoid damage to the seal during installation. See drawing below.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Installation 5.3.2. General • Use only brine salts designed for water softening. Do not use ice melt salt, block, or rock salts; • Keep the media tank in the upright position. Do not turn on its side, upside down, or drop. Turning the tank upside down may cause media to enter the valve or might plug the upper screen;...
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Installation 5.3.5. Mechanical • Do not use PTFE (plumber’s tape) lubricants such as vaseline, oils, or hydrocarbon-based lubricants. Use only 100% silicone lubricants; • All plastic connections should be hand tightened. PTFE (plumber’s tape) may be used on connections that do not use an O-ring seal.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Installation 5.4. Block diagram and configuration example Configuration example Block diagram By-pass Main inlet Gauge Gauge User’s line Check valve to prevent water harm and eventual hot water returns. Turbine Mixer Drain Valve Brine line Suggested options Resin tank...
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Installation 5.5. Diagrams of softening systems and connections Connections drawings for Siata V132-SFE with 3 pilots. Connections drawings for Siata V132-SFE with 4 pilots. Ref. MKT-IM-003 / B - 19.04.2017 37 / 88...
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Installation 5.6. Valve connection to piping The connections should be hand tightened using PTFE (plumber’s tape) on the threads if using the threaded connection type. In case of heat welding (metal type connection), the connections should not be made to the valve when soldering.
Page 39
• In any case, any failure caused by improper installations and/or piping connections may void the warranty of Pentair products. • In the same way, using lubricant* on the valve thread is not allowed and will void the warranty for the valve and tank.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Installation 5.7. Connections (electrical) Output dry contact type Input dry contact type Chlorine cell or End cycle signal Reed sensor meter or Siata meter (Siata meter has 3 cables) AC adapter input (low voltage) 40 / 88 Ref.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Installation 5.8. Bypassing A bypass valve system has to be installed on all water conditioning systems. Bypass valves isolate the conditioner from the water system and allow unconditioned water to be used. Service or routine maintenance procedures may also require the system to be bypassed.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Installation 5.8.2. Automatic Bypass The automatic proportional bypass accessory enhances the system with following functions when fitted upstream of the water treatment system: • Supply of untreated water during regeneration cycle 4C. In this cycle the valve does not provide hard water bypass during the regeneration.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Installation 5.9. Drain line connection Note Standard commercial practices are expressed here. Local codes may require changes to the following suggestions. Check with local authorities before installing a system. The unit should be above and not more than 6.1 m (20 ft) from the drain. Use a 22 mm hose tube. The drain line may be elevated up to 1.8 m (6 ft) providing the run does not exceed 4.6 m (15 ft) and water pressure at the conditioner is not less than 2.76 bar (40 psi).
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Installation 5.10. Overflow line connection In the event of a malfunction, the brine tank overflow fitting will direct “overflow” to the drain instead of spilling on the floor. This fitting should be on the side of the cabinet or brine tank. Most tank manufacturers include a post for the tank overflow connector.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Programming Programming 6.1. General information • In battery-operated mode, regeneration is not carried out and the parameters cannot be edited; • The SFE controller allows you to manage your installation via clock control or volumetric control. The controller will automatically initiate regenerations cycles based upon the programmed regeneration mode and the programmed parameters;...
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Programming Day of week Set the current day of the week. to edit this parameter. Press to validate and switch to the next parameters. Days enabled for regeneration Set the days enabled for regeneration. The display shows "dx y" where "x"...
Page 47
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Programming to edit this parameter. Press to validate and switch to the next parameters. Interval time between regenerations Set the interval time (hours) between regenerations. Note This parameter is displayed after the regeneration start mode only if an interval start has been selected (SH:03).
Page 48
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Programming where : • d.xxx : incoming water hardness, in French degrees [°f] or [ppm]; • do.xx: desired outgoing water hardness, in French degrees [°f]; • C:xx: exchange capacity of the regenerating resin used, expressed in [°f x m /L] or in [g/L ] of resin...
Page 49
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Programming Number of regenerations before a salt alarm is generated Set the number of regenerations before a salt alarm is generated. to edit this parameter. Press to validate and switch to the next parameters. The following formula is used to calculate the number of regenerations before a salt alarm is generated : SA = [(M.xxx) x 1000] / [(L.xxx) x (G.xx)]...
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Programming Chlorine driver activated Set the chlorine driver on or off. to edit this parameter. Press to validate and switch to the next parameters. Note This functionality only works if the controller has chlorine driver. Volume restored / not restored Set to determine whether the volume is restored (UlMM) or not restored (UdlF).
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Programming 6.3.2. Resetting the EEPROM To reset the EEPROM to the default values, the controller must be in the service condition (no regeneration cycle running and clock displayed). Open the Statistics menu. → See 6.3.1. Statistics, page 50. Press and release Press and release Press and release...
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Commissioning Commissioning 7.1. Start up procedure 1. With the bypass still in bypass position (inlet and outlet manual valve closed), plug in the SFE controller to the power source. 2. If not done yet proceed to programming according to the system specification. See “Programming”, page 45.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Commissioning 11. Fill the brine tank with salt. It is possible to mark the level of water in the brine tank when it is completely refilled with water and full of salt. In the future, after each regeneration, you can visually control that the quantity of water refilled should be between the 2 marks done.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Commissioning Brine tank softeners Backwash the conditioner and add the required amount of hypochlorite solution to the well of the brine tank. The brine tank should have water in it to permit the solution to be carried into the conditioner.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Operation Operation 8.1. Recommendations • Use only regeneration salts designed for water softening EN973. • For optimal system operation, the use of clean salt free from impurities is recommended (for example salt pellets). •...
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Maintenance Maintenance Mandatory Cleaning and maintenance shall take place at regular intervals in order to guarantee the proper functioning of the complete system. Danger Any valve maintenance operation must be carried out in the absence of hydraulic pressure. For this reason, disconnect the water delivery line to the valve.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Maintenance 9.2. Cleaning and maintenance 9.2.1. Cleaning and maintenance Before any cleaning or maintenance procedure, complete the following step : Operation Caution These operations need to be performed before any cleaning or maintenance procedure. Unplug the wall-mounted transformer.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Maintenance 9.2.3. Motor replacement Operation Using a screwdriver, unscrew the screw (9). Remove the controller (6) from the valve (8). Using a screwdriver, unscrew the four screws (1). Remove the front panel (2) from the controller (6). Using a screwdriver, unscrew the two screws (10).
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Maintenance 9.2.5. Cleaning the injector and the injector screen Operation Using a screwdriver, unscrew the screw (2). Remove the controller (1) from the valve (9). Manually actuate the pistons (8) to drain the water from inside the valve. Using a screwdriver, unscrew the three screws (3).
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Maintenance 9.2.6. Replacing the drain connection Operation Unplug the pilots to drain tube (3). Push out the two locking pins (1). Slip off and change the drain manifold (2). Replace and grease all the O-rings with silicone grease (cod. 8500). Reverse above procedure steps to rebuild.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Maintenance 9.2.7. Replacing the twin pilots Operation Using a screwdriver, unscrew the screw (1). Remove the controller (2) from the valve (9). Manually actuate the pistons (3) to drain out the water inside the valve to the drain. Using a screwdriver, unscrew the three screws (7).
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Maintenance 9.2.8. Replacing the pilots (external drivers connections) Operation Using a screwdriver, unscrew the screw (1). Remove the controller with the pilots (4) from the valve body (3). Unscrew and remove the screws, the nuts and the washers (2). Remove the clamping plate (6).
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Maintenance 9.2.9. Replacing the internal pistons and the seals and spacers 9.2.9.1 Disassembly Note The procedure to disassemble the inlet and outlet pistons is the same. Operation Note Use special tools from the 2238/05 kit to disassemble the valve internal parts. Caution...
Page 72
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Maintenance 9.2.9.2 Assembly Note The procedure to assemble the inlet and outlet pistons is the same. Operation Note Use special tools from the 2238/05 kit to assemble the valve internal parts. Note Before reassembling, grease with silicone grease (cod. 8500) : - The inlet and outlet pistons;...
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Issue Cause Reset and recovery Twin pilot valve : Before closing the inlet water supply, disconnect the drain rubber tube and check if there is a leakage from that tube. In case there is one, close inlet water pressure and change the twin pilot assembly.
Page 75
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Troubleshooting Issue Cause Reset and recovery If the water leaking from the drain is softened check for damages on the outlet part of the valve, in particular outlet piston or seals and spacers. Otherwise check for damages on the Leaks to the drain inlet part of the valve.
Page 76
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Troubleshooting Issue Cause Reset and recovery Close the outlet of the valve, check that the pressure gauge shows a pressure of at least 2 bars. If it is lower, the pressure is insufficient. If the pressure Low water pressure at the inlet.
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Spare parts 11.3. SFE spare parts 82 / 88 Ref. MKT-IM-003 / B - 19.04.2017...
Page 83
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Spare parts Packaging Item Part number Description quantity 856-SFE-K1 SFE controller front plate kit with standard label K-7930-24 Electronic board SFE standard w/ chloride driver K-7930-23 Electronic board SFE standard 94-R7K/05 Standard 12V motor kit K-10117 SFE back connector kit w/ internal wiring K-10110...
Page 84
Installer manual Siata V132 - SFE - Spare parts Packaging Item Part number Description quantity 2221-2/05 Kit Cam 201 - 2 pilots standard 2221-2FBW/05 Kit Cam 210 - 2 pilots for profiler 2221-3CU/05 Kit Cam 301 - 3 pilots outlet shut-off 2221-3CA/05 Kit Cam 303 - 3 pilots suction shut-off no refill 2221-4AU/05...
This will help to reduce the impact on the environment, health, safety and help to promote recycling. Pentair do not collect used product for recycling. Contact your local recycling centre for more information.