Structural modifications ..................10 Storing the MRF......................11 Checking the scope of delivery ................12 MRF Features......................13 MRF 1 E Restrictions pertaining to use ..............13 MRF 1 N Restrictions pertaining to use ..............13 Calculating filters and filter elements..............14 Pressure loss curve, housing................14 Filter element pressure loss calculation..............
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MRF 1 Content Starting up the MRF/MRF in operation ..............22 Performing maintenance ..................23 Changing the Filter Element ................. 23 Decommissioning the MRF ...................26 Disposing of the MRF ....................26 Customer Service....................26 Spare Parts ......................27 MRF1 E - Drawing ....................27 MRF1 E - Spare parts list ..................28 MRF1 AL - Drawing ....................29...
MRF 1 Preface Preface For you, as the owner of a product manufactured by us, we have produced this manual, comprising the most important instructions for its operation and maintenance. It will acquaint you with the product and assist you in using it as intended in an optimal manner.
MRF 1 Preface Customer Service If you have any questions, suggestions, or encounter any problems of a technical nature, please don't hesitate to contact us. When contacting us, please always include the model/type designation and article no. of the product: Telefax: ++49 (0) 6897 / 509 –...
MRF 1 Preface Using the documentation Note that the method described for locating specific information does not release you from your responsibility of carefully reading these instructions prior to starting the unit up for the first time and at regular intervals in the future.
MRF 1 General Safety Precautions General Safety Precautions These operating instructions contain the key instructions for properly and safely operating the MRF. Obligations and Liability The basic prerequisite for the safe and proper handling and operation of the MRF is knowledge of the safety instructions and warnings.
MRF 1 General Safety Precautions Explanation of Symbols and Warnings The following designations and symbols are used in this manual to designate hazards, etc.: DANGER denotes situations DANGER which can lead to death if safety precautions are not observed. WARNING denotes situations...
MRF 1 General Safety Precautions Training and Instruction of Personnel The MRF may only be operated by properly trained and instructed personnel. The areas of responsibility of your staff must be established in a clear-cut manner. Trainees may only work with the MRF when supervised by an experienced individual.
MRF 1 Storing the MRF Storing the MRF Storage may not be done unless the MRF has been completely drained, cleaned and flushed and the filter element removed. Storage temperature: +5°C to +30°C Humidity: up to 80% relative humidity Air: Clean, salt-free air, not near oxidizing substances (rust film).
MultiRheo Filter MRF 1, (Model according order - without filter element) Operation and Maintenance Instructions (this document) MRF 1 E / 1 D xx 10 x x x MRF 1 E / 1 D xx 40 x x x MRF 1...
The MRF is used for the separation of particles 100 µm to 1 µm (absolute) in size. The MultiRheo Filter is part of a filter series intended for use with DekaRheo and MegaRheo filter elements. MRF 1 E Restrictions pertaining to use NOTICE Impermissible operating fluids The unit will be damaged ►...
MRF 1 Calculating filters and filter elements Calculating filters and filter elements Δ The total pressure of the filters at a specific flow rate is comprised of the housing Δ and the element . The pressure loss of the housing can be determined using the following pressure loss curve.
MRF 1 Calculating filters and filter elements R-Factor Filtration rating Filter material of Aqueous fluids Oils element 40 µm 50 µm 50 µm 70 µm 70 µm 90 µm 90 µm Maximum differential pressure at the filter element The maximum differential pressure Δp and the permitted temperature at the filter...
MRF 1 MRF components MRF components MRF 1 E MRF 1 N Item Description Filter housing Filter head Body seal ring Coupling nut Bevel Screw Washer Adapter Drain plug Socket - Seal ring - Seal ring Screw plug / Clogging indicator...
In order to change the filter elements, sufficient clearance is to be provided underneath the filter bowl in the immediate vicinity of the filter at the inlet and outlet shut-off valves. MRF 1 E MRF 1 N min. 30 mm min.
MRF 1 Starting up the MRF/MRF in operation Notes on the hydraulic connection Use as few threaded connections as possible in order to keep the pressure differential as low as possible. The pressure differential in a hydraulic line depends upon: •...
MRF 1 Performing maintenance Performing maintenance The standard MRF is equipped without differential pressure display features. We have several clogging indicators with optical or electrical signal transmitters in our accessories list. The clogging indicator displays how high the differential pressure over the filter element If the clogging indicator is red, the differential pressure is too high, indicating that the filter element is used up and must be changed.
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MRF 1 Performing maintenance Loosen the coupling nut (1) by turning it in a clockwise direction and then remove the filter bowl (2). Use a strap wrench to remove the coupling nuts. Remove the used filter element from the element mount and dispose of it properly.
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MRF 1 Performing maintenance For easy installation of the filter element, wet the O-ring on the filter element with the operating medium. Carefully press the new filter element into the element mount by applying slight pressure, pressing it upwards and screwing it in .
MRF 1 Decommissioning the MRF Decommissioning the MRF When putting the unit into extended storage, remember to remove all filter elements and drain the unit completely. Seal off the inlet and outlet. the conditions required for storage are on Page 11.
MRF 1 Spare Parts Spare Parts To ensure safe and reliable operation of the filter, use only original spare parts and accessories. When ordering parts make sure to always indicate the unit designation (cf. rating plate) and the serial number.
MRF 1 Technical data Technical data General MRF-1 Number of filter elements Max. operating pressure in bar 10 / 40 Material of sealings NBR / FPM / EPDM Operation temperature in °C - 10 ...+90 Hydraulic connection G 1" Storage temperature in °C 5 ...30...
MRF 1 Model Code Model Code 1 E / 1 D 30 10 N Filter type Filter Size Material of body stainless steel Aluminium Number of elements Connection type G 1" Element construction length 10“ 13“ (for N version, only) 20“...
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