1. INTRODUCTION This manual contains instructions for the operation of Hydrotech Discfilters in the HSF2600 series, types 2F and 3F (standing filter). Pay attention to all warning symbols that appear in this manual. If this information is ignored it may result in serious personal injury and/or damage to equipment.
EU Machinery Directive. 2.3 Conversion The CE marking does not extend to any components that are not approved by Hydrotech AB and that are used in conversion/reconstruction of the equipment. The warning symbols and CE marking must be attached in such a way that they are fully visible. If any part of the equipment with a warning symbol is replaced, a new symbol must be attached in the same position.
The aerosols from the backwash water may contain harmful substances. Measured noise levels from the filter are less than 74 dB(A). Personnel should use appropriate protection, when necessary, in accordance with local regulations. “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
Holder for level sen- sor, outlet water Sludge outlet Filter panel Filter segment Drum Drum bearing, inlet side Figure 3.2 Hydrotech Discfilter in HSF2600 series type 2F (from inlet side). “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
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H. Drum Figure 3.3 Hydrotech Discfilter in HSF2600 series type 2F (from inlet side). Two drum lifters are supplied unassembled for each installation, see Figure 3.4. These are only used when servicing drum bearings. The supplier should be contacted when servicing bearings.
26 = 2.6 m 1 = Filter with tank Max. no. of discs 2 = Filter without tank 12 = Drum can hold 12 discs No. of installed discs 8 = 8 discs are installed “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
8. Fully open the water supply. The filter is now run in the mode for automatic level control. It may be necessary to adjust the level sensor so that the filter can be run optimally. “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
4.2 Automatic settings The control system for the HSF2600 series must always be equipped with a frequency con- verter for the drive unit. This is factory calibrated if delivered from Hydrotech. To perform a soft start of the drive motor, the frequency converter settings must be min. 5 sec “ramp up”...
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F. Relays G. Emergency stop relay H. Main power switch Frequency converter Soft start pump K. Logic module L. Level relays M. Terminal blocks Figure 4.2 Component parts of the Hydrotech electrical cabinet. “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
The water level inside the drum will vary when AUTO mode has been selected. The water level is at its lowest immediately after a backwash cycle and then rises until it reaches the level sensor. Opening the cover in AUTO mode deactivates drum rotation and backwashing. “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
The system pressure for backwashing must be set to 7-9 bar. Newly connected pipe systems for external wash water should be flushed before they are connected to the filter. Thoroughly check that the nozzles are not blocked, see section 6.3. “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
The filter is not a pressure vessel. 5.2 Non-intended use Unless approved in writing by Hydrotech, the filter must not be used to filter liquids other than water. The filter must not be installed in an environment with an explosive atmosphere or another risk of explosion, such as high concentrations of dust.
NB Prior to servicing, read section 2.7. The filter cover for the Hydrotech Discfilter HSF2600 series is controlled from the electrical cabinet and can be opened in two directions depending on which side of the filter needs to be accessed.
IN position. 4. Close the cover, see section 6.1 2. NB The indicator lamp "SPRAYBAR NOT IN" must be off to be able to operate the cover. “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
5. Start drum rotation by turning the mode selector to the HAND position. 6. Start the pump by turning the pump switch to 1 (ON). Figure 6.5 Main valve A and bypass valve B. “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
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14. Open the backwash water main valve and close the bypass valve. 15. Reset the backwash pipe to operating mode. 16. Close the filter cover 17. Start operation again as described in section 4.1. “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
6. If necessary, adjust the backwash pipe safety stop in accordance with section 6.4.2. 7. Adjust the backwash pipe safety stop in accordance with section 6.4.2. 8. Close the filter cover. 9. Start operation again as described in section 4.1. “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
The screw must be set so that the distance L in Figure 6.7 cannot, under any circumstances, be less than 55 mm. 7. Close the filter cover 8. Start operation again as described in section 4.1. “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
7. Refit the cover/filter insert and the clamping ring. 8. Close the drain valve (A). 9. Start operation in accordance with section 4.1. A. Drainage B. Wing nuts C. Cover Figure 6.9 Hydrotech wash water filter. “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
Figure 6.11. The lubrication points are also marked in Figure 3.2 and 3.3. The drum must be rotating when the bearings are lubricated. Figure 6.11 Lubricate the bearings using the recommended grease (see chapter 7). “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
4. Contact your supplier if the drum bearing needs to be replaced. 5. Start operations again as set out in section 4.1. A. Bearing housing B. Shaft 29-34 mm Figure 6.12 Drum bearing on inlet side. “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
When using a high pressure washer a wash pressure of max. 80 bar may be used. Never hold the cleaning nozzle directly against the filter media. An automatic high pressure washer, controlled from the operator panel, is available as an optional extra. Contact your Hydrotech reseller. “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
HCl and NaOH are highly corrosive. For safety advice, see applicable local regulations. For more detailed instructions, please contact your supplier. Hydrotech Discfilter HSF2600 is equipped with a chemical ramp to enable cleaning of long- term clogging of the filter panels.
Figure 6.17. 6. Re-fit the filter segment cover (see Figure 6.16) and tighten the screw. Maximum tightening torque: 3 Nm. 7. Close the filter cover. 8. Start operation again as described in section 4.1. “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
50-75 mm Figure 6.18 Filter drive unit. 5. If necessary, adjust the chain in accordance with section 6.8.2. 6. Close the filter cover. 7. Start operation again as described in section 4.1. “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
3. Split and remove the drive chain. The drive chain can be separated in all links. 4. Fit the new drive chain. 5. Adjust drive chain tension in accordance with section 6.8.2. 6. Start operation again as in section 4.1 (Check measures for restart). “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
4. Loosen the screws and nuts holding the inlet gasket in position. 5. Remove the inlet seal. 6. Fit a new inlet seal. 7. Start operations again as set out in section 4.1. “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
Once a year. Check inlet seal, see section 6.10. Once a year. Change the gearbox oil. Oil type and volume See Appendix D. is stated on the motor label. Also see Appendix D. “Operation & Maintenance Manual”, “Discfilter HSF2600 series”...
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