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Assembly and operating instructions DULCODOS Pool Comfort A1723 Please carefully read these operating instructions before use. · Do not discard. The operator shall be liable for any damage caused by installation or operating errors. The latest version of the operating instructions are available on our homepage.
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Supplemental directives General non-discriminatory approach In order to make it easier to read, this document uses the male form in grammatical structures but with an implied neutral sense. It is aimed equally at both men and women. We kindly ask female readers for their understanding in this simplification of the text.
Table of contents Table of contents Identity code................5 About this product..............7 2.1 Overview of Equipment..........7 Safety and Responsibility............9 3.1 Users' qualifications............9 3.2 Explanation of the safety information......10 3.3 General Safety Information......... 11 3.4 Intended Use.............. 13 Operating Concept..............
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Table of contents EC Declaration of Conformity..........77 Index................... 79...
A 230 V, 50/60 Hz, European standard plug B 230 V, 50/60 Hz, Swiss plug Sensor equipment: with sensors Measured variable DC2 without sensors Measured variable DC4 without sensors Design: with ProMinent logo without logo Language: German Italian English Dutch...
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Identity code DSPa DULCODOS Pool Comfort ® 1.5 l/h (Beta ® BT4b 0401 PPT) 2.8 l/h (Beta ® BT4b 0402 PPT) 4.5 l/h (Beta BT4b 0404 PPT) ® Multifunctional valve for acid/alkali pump: none with MFV (only for alpha and Beta ®...
About this product About this product DULCODOS Pool Comfort metering systems are specifically ® designed for the treatment of swimming pool water. Ready mounted, fully-wired and ready for use, they take on the job of pH value adjustment and disinfection with chlorine. The DC2 design is suitable for use with inorganic chlorine products such as sodium-calcium hypochlorite, calcium hypochlorite or chlorine electrolysis.
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About this product Control Elements A1725 Fig. 2: Control Elements: Metering System DULCODOS ® Pool Comfort (with all options and Beta metering pumps) ® The following are used as control elements: Controller keys and display Flow meter (by scale) Stroke adjustment dial of the metering pump (con‐ cealed with the alpha pump) Stroke adjustment dial of the metering pump (con‐...
Customer Service depart‐ Customer Service department refers to service technicians, who have ment received proven training and have been authorised by ProMinent to work on the system. Note for the system operator The pertinent accident prevention regulations, as...
Safety and Responsibility 3.2 Explanation of the safety information Introduction These operating instructions provide information on the technical data and functions of the product. These operating instructions pro‐ vide detailed safety information and are provided as clear step-by- step instructions. The safety information and notes are categorised according to the following scheme.
Safety and Responsibility Type of information Hints on use and additional information Source of the information, additional measures Information! Denotes hints on use and other useful informa‐ – tion. It does not indicate a hazardous or dam‐ aging situation. 3.3 General Safety Information WARNING! Danger from hazardous substances! Possible consequence: Fatal or very serious inju‐...
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Safety and Responsibility WARNING! Operating faults! Possible consequence: Fatal or very serious inju‐ ries. – Ensure that the unit is only operated by ade‐ quately qualified and technically expert per‐ sonnel – Please also observe the operating instructions for controllers and fittings and any other com‐ ponent groups, such as sensors, sample water pumps ...
Safety and Responsibility NOTICE! Correct sensor operation Damage to the product or its surroundings. – Correct measuring and metering is only pos‐ sible if the sensor is working perfectly – Check and calibrate the sensor regularly NOTICE! Compensation for control deviations Damage to the product or its surroundings –...
Operating Concept Operating Concept A1035 Fig. 4: Operating cross (1) / Active keys are displayed in [black] in the display; inactive keys in [grey]. For example, the following path is presented: [calibrate] ➨ Continuous display ➨ ➨ ➨ [slope] ➨ ➨...
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Operating Concept Fig. 6: Example of the continuous display when used with a meas‐ uring channel (e.g. pH) 7.55 7.20 0.30 0.50 A1177 Fig. 7: Example of the continuous display when used with two measuring channels (e.g. pH/chlorine) Setting of the various parameters in the adjustable menus No time-controlled menu items The controller does not exit any menu items in a...
Operating Concept You can adjust the desired value in the setting menu using the four arrow keys and then save it using the ð Range error If you enter a value that is outside the possible setting range, the message [range error] appears after pressing the key.
Operating Concept 4.2 Changes the set operating language Simultaneously press the keys ð The controller changes to the menu for setting the oper‐ ating language. Language Language German A1482 Fig. 8: Menu for setting the operating language Now using keys you can set the desired operating language Confirm your selection by pressing the key...
Operating Concept Fig. 9: Alarm message, controller stops control 4.4 Key Lock The controller has a key lock. If the key lock is activated, the keys cannot be pressed. The key lock can be activated or deactivated by simultaneously pressing .
Storage and transport Storage and transport Ambient conditions for storage and transport without sensors CAUTION! – Prior to storage or transport, the DULCODOS ® Pool metering systems must be free from feed chemicals and water – Rinse out the media carrying parts, including the tubes using clean, pure water –...
Assembly Assembly 6.1 Wall mounting Secure the metering system perpendicular and upright on a wall or a stable mounting system. The metering system should be freely accessible. Select the mounting height you require so that: All components are easily accessible The controller's display can be easily read [Park position] (150 The controller lid can still be parked in the...
Assembly 6.2 Hydraulic installation A1727 Fig. 11: Hydraulic connection of the swimming pool metering system to the swimming pool installation Advantage: Water sampling in accordance with DIN 19643 with free drainage of the sample water. Disadvantage: Additional sample water pump and sample water extraction point needed.
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Assembly A1726 Fig. 12: Simplified hydraulic connection of the swimming pool metering system to the swimming pool installa‐ tion Advantage: Easy installation. Disadvantage: The measured value is possibly falsified by depletion in the surge water tank and is then not representative of the water in the swimming pool.
Assembly Tab. 3: Interfaces, hydraulic Description Hose connec‐ Recommended hose from the ProMinent range tion Sample water inlet / outlet 8 x 5 mm Suction line, soft PVC, 8 x 5 Suction connector for metering 6 x 4 mm Suction line, soft PVC, 6 x 4...
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Assembly A2083 Fig. 13: Multifunctional switch (1) on [EXTERNAL] NOTICE! Maximum permissible operating pressure when using a chlorine sensor Limit the pressure on the measured water extrac‐ tion point to a maximum of 1 bar (at 30 °C) using a pressure reducer.
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Assembly Screw the injection valves into a straight union of the filtration circuit pipe P_BE_0008_SW Fig. 14: Overview of liquid end (PV) beta and alpha Discharge valve Backplate Dosing head Bleed valve Bypass hose sleeve Suction valve A0929 Fig. 15: Connect the hose using the connector kit 1.
Assembly Connect the pressure hose to the pressure connector of the metering pump using the connector kit Only alpha and Beta pump: Connect a suitable part of the suction hose to the bleed valve of the pump and route the suction hose back into the dosing tank Connect the pressure hose to the injection valve using the connector kit...
Assembly Testing the sensors' hydraulic installation: Adjust the flow using the shut-off valve to 20... 60 l/h ð Check whether the threaded connectors on the in-line probe housing are tight. Chlorine sensor installation If there is already sample water in the in-line probe housing Slowly lower the sensor into the in-line probe housing.
Assembly 6.3.1 Connect power supply Provide the following sockets for the power supply: Power supply of the controller, 230 V ± 10 % / 50/60 Hz Power supply of the metering pump pH value (only Beta) Power supply of the metering pump chlorine (only Beta) It must be possible for the sockets to be de-energised from outside the danger zone by appropriate measures (e.g.
Assembly 6.3.3 Electrical installation of the sensors Electrical installation of the pH sensor Screw the orange-coloured SN6 plug onto the sensors. Electrical installation of the chlorine Turn the top section of the sensor a quarter turn anticlock‐ sensor wise and remove it Loosen the clamping screw on the M12 threaded connector and feed through the measuring line from the control device Strip the cable ends, fit the cable ends with cable end...
Start up Start up Preparation: WARNING! Danger from hazardous substances! Possible consequence: Fatal or very serious inju‐ ries. Please ensure when handling hazardous sub‐ stances that you have read the latest safety data sheets provided by the manufacture of the haz‐ ardous substance.
Start up Maximum permissible operating pressure: In the sample water line: With chlorine sensor, 1 bar at 30 °C (sample – water) Tighten all threaded connectors prior to initial commissioning Open the shut-off valves downstream of the metering pumps, in the sample water line and also the shut-off valves in your system Insert the suction lances into the relevant chemical storage tanks for acid or disinfectant (e.g.
Start up 7.2 Priming and bleeding (with an alpha or Beta pump) WARNING! Danger from hazardous substances! Possible consequence: Fatal or very serious inju‐ ries. Measure: The bleed valve must be equipped with a transparent PVC hose (6 x 4 mm). The PVC hose must be connected to the respective chemical storage tank so that the leaking chemicals can flow back into the chemical storage tank during the...
Start up 7.3 Calibrate Necessity for calibrating the zero point Calibration of the zero point is not generally neces‐ sary. A calibration of the zero point is only neces‐ sary if the sensor is operated at the lower limit of the measuring range or if the 0.5 ppm sensor ver‐...
Start up 7.3.1 Calibrate Ä Chapter 3.1 ‘Users' User qualification: instructed user, see qualifications’ on page 9 Settings for [Channel 2] In its 2-channel version, the controller has two measurement channels. This description for [Channel 1] applies correspondingly for the set‐ tings in [Channel 2].
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Start up CAL Cl Last calibration 31.03. 2013 13:11:11 Slope 100 % Zero point 4.00 mA Slope calibration Calibration of zero point A1039 Fig. 19: Display [Calibration] with the example of [Chlorine] Calibrating measuring channel 1 and measuring channel 2 The calibration processes are identical for meas‐...
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Start up Selecting the calibration process Select the calibration process prior to initial calibration. This selec‐ tion is saved until you select a new process. 2-point calibration: This is the recommended calibration process because it evaluates the sensor characteristic data: asymmetric potential, slope and response speed.
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Start up Buffer temperature dependencies Buffer temperature At temperatures that differ by 25 °C in the process, adjust the pH of the buffer solution by entering the reference values printed on the buffer solution bottle into the controller prior to calibration. Buffer temperature dependencies An incorrectly entered buffer temperature can lead to incorrect calibration.
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Start up CAL pH Buffer 1: Buffer 2: Calibr.param. for 25 °C Slope % Slope Asymmetry Zero point Accept with <CAL> A1019 Fig. 20: Display of the calibration result CAL pH Sensor quality Asymmetry in mV good acceptable good Slope in mV/pH A1481 Fig.
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Start up Press CAL pH Calibration process 2 point Buffer detection requirement Buffer manufacturer ProMinent Buffer value 1 pH 7 Buffer value 2 pH 4 Buffer temperature A1025 Fig. 22: Selecting the calibration process ð The menu for selecting the calibration process appears.
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[Requirement]: you have to select 2 buffers from the 4 possible buffer sets for this. Adhere to the selected order, e.g. buffer value 1: pH 7 and buffer value 2: pH 4 for calibration. ProMinent (pH 4; 7; 9; 10) – ®...
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Start up CAL pH Last calibration 14:26:07 06/04/2013 Slope 56.64mV/pH Zero point 7,00 pH CAL setup Calibration process 2 point continue with <CAL> A1016 Fig. 24: pH sensor calibration (CAL) Then press Rinse the sensor thoroughly with water before drying with a cloth (pad dry, don't rub) Immerse the sensor in test container 1 containing buffer solu‐...
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Start up CAL pH Sensor calibration in buffer 2 Sensor voltage 173 mV Buffer temperature 25.0 °C The stability is: good acceptable very good continue with <CAL> A1018 Fig. 26: Display of the sensor stability achieved [acceptable / good / very good] range is displayed ð...
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Start up 7.3.1.1.3 pH sensor calibration (CAL) with an external sample (1-point) Measuring and control behaviour of the controller during calibration During calibration the actuating outputs are deacti‐ vated. Exception: a basic load or a manual control variable has been set. This remains active. The measured value output [standard signal output mA] is frozen, corresponding to its settings in the mA output menu.
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Start up Continuous display ➨ CAL pH Last calibration 06/05/2013 14:26:07 Zero point Slope CAL setup Sample (1-point) Calibration process Buffer temperature Manual continue with <CAL> A1023 Fig. 28: pH sensor calibration (CAL) Continue with Take a water sample at the in-line probe housing and, using a suitable method (measuring strips, hand measuring instru‐...
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Start up Incorrect calibration An error message appears if the result of the cali‐ bration lies outside the specified tolerance limits. In this case, the current calibration is not applied. Check the prerequisites for calibration and clear the error. Then repeat calibration. Transfer the result of the calibration into the controller memory by pressing ð...
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Start up CAL pH Last calibration 06/05/2013 16:47:32 Zero point 7,00 pH Slope 59.16 mV/pH CAL setup Calibration process Data input continue with <CAL> A1024 Fig. 30: pH sensor calibration (CAL) Continue with CAL pH Slope -58.07 mV/pH at 25.0 °C -6.4 mV Asymmetry at 25.0 °C...
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Start up 7.3.1.2 Calibrating Amperometric Sensors Calibrating Amperometric Sensors The process for calibrating amperometric sensors is identical with all amperometric measured varia‐ bles. The process for calibrating amperometric meas‐ ured variables is described throughout based on the measured variable chlorine [Cl]. All other measured variables require the same process as the measured variable chlorine [Cl].
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Start up Use the arrow keys to select the chosen menu item. Press ð You can now start your chosen calibration process. 7.3.1.2.2 Calibrating the slope CAUTION! Correct sensor operation / Run-in period Damage to the product or its surroundings –...
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Start up Material required for calibration of amperometric sensors: A reference method suitable for the measured variable in ques‐ tion Remove sample water directly at the measuring point and deter‐ [ppm] mine the content of the feed chemical in the sample water in using an appropriate reference method (e.g.
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Start up CAL Cl Calibration successful Slope Zero point continue with <CAL> A1047 Fig. 35: Calibrating the reference value Transfer the result of the calibration into the controller memory by pressing ð The controller displays the continuous display again and operates with the results of the calibration.
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Start up CAUTION! Correct sensor operation / Run-in period Damage to the product or its surroundings – Correct measuring and metering is only pos‐ sible if the sensor is working perfectly – Please read the operating manual for the sensor –...
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Start up CAL Cl Zero point Range Accept with <CAL> A1046 Fig. 36: Calibration of zero point Then press CAL Cl Calibration successful Slope Zero point continue with <CAL> A1048 Fig. 37: Calibration of zero point Import the result of the calibration into the controller memory by pressing the ð...
Start up 7.4 flocculant metering (optional) NOTICE! Overdosing of flocculants Cause: Metering flocculant during downtime or backwashing of the filter leads to overdosing of flocculant and the water to go cloudy. The peristaltic pump DULCO ® flex DF4a must be locked electrically with the filter of the swimming pool and the peristaltic pump DULCO ®...
[Diagnostics] [Diagnostics] Ä Chapter 3.1 ‘Users' User qualification: instructed user, see qualifications’ on page 9 [Diagnostics] ➨ Continuous display ➨ ➨ [Diagnostics] It is possible to look through log books, perform a simulation of out‐ puts or view device information in this menu. Diagnostics Logbook Simulation...
[Diagnostics] The following data is stored: Name of the measuring channel Measured variable Time of calibration Zero point Slope Deleting entries in You can also delete entries in the Calibration log book. Deleting [Calibration log book] the entries does not affect the calibrations stored in the controller. [Error Log Book] 8.1.2 Reading the [Error log book] .
[Diagnostics] [Simulation] menu item enables you to activate all outputs for test purposes during commissioning. A simulated output remains [Simulation] menu item. It is also pos‐ activated until you quite the [Simulation] sible to prime a peristaltic pump, for example, with mode.
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[Diagnostics] Error Error message text Cause Remedy Check the coaxial cable connection for corrosion and moisture and replace with a new cable, if necessary pH/ORP sensor is faulty Replace the sensor The mV input voltage The connected signal does Check the origin of the sensor signal. is too high not come from a pH sensor Check the raw signal by pressing...
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[Diagnostics] Error Error message text Cause Remedy The mA input current The power circuit is discon‐ Check the 2-wire connection between is too low nected the sensor/transmitter and controller and check the raw value in mA by pressing . If the value is 0 mA, then the connection is disconnected After elapse of the The measured value lies...
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[Diagnostics] Error Error message text Cause Remedy The level in the The chemical in storage tank Add the corresponding chemical storage tank 1 is too 1 is used up The level in storage The chemical in storage tank Add the corresponding chemical tank 2 is too low 2 is used up The level in storage...
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[Diagnostics] Tab. 8: Warning alerts Warning Warning alert text Cause Remedy The limit value was The measured value is below Check whether the choice of the limit undershot the limit value value matches the application and adjust if necessary. Check the design of the actuator: has too small an actuator been selected? Check the concentration of the feed chemical: is the concentration too low?
[Diagnostics] 8.5 Help texts Content of the help Cause Remedy texts The DPD value is too If the calculated reference value (e.g. Increase the concentration of the chem‐ small, DPD value > DPD1) for calibrating a sensor is less ical to be measured in the process/ MRS + 2 % than 2 % of the measuring range, then sample water and determine the refer‐...
Maintenance Maintenance WARNING! Danger from hazardous substances! Possible consequence: Fatal or very serious inju‐ ries. Please ensure when handling hazardous sub‐ stances that you have read the latest safety data sheets provided by the manufacture of the haz‐ ardous substance. The actions required are described in the safety data sheet.
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Maintenance Maintenance interval: daily Check the current swimming pool water values daily to guarantee the safe operation of your swim‐ ming pool system. Check the chlorine concentration using the DPD test (refer to the operating instructions for the test kit) Check the pH value using the phenol red test (refer to the operating instructions for the test kit) ð...
Maintenance Screw the filter bowl until tight Open the stopcocks on the in-line probe housing Maintenance interval: 12 months Service Maintenance should be carried out by an authorised service. 9.2 Replacing the chemical storage tanks WARNING! Danger from hazardous substances! Possible consequence: Fatal or very serious inju‐...
Decontaminate the unit before returning it for repair. To do so, remove all traces of hazardous substances. Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet for your feed chemical. A current Declaration of Decontamination is available to download on the ProMinent website.
Technical Data Technical Data Refer to the product-specific operating instructions for technical data on the controller, sensors, in-line probe housing, metering pump and multifunctional valve. Maximum permissible operating pressure In the sample water line: – with a chlorine sensor: 1 bar at 30 °C (sample water) Sample water line connector 8 x 5 mm PE hose Sample water filter element...
Technical Data 10.1 Terminal diagram Terminal diagram: DACa/alpha ALPc/ Dulcoflex DF2a INPUTS OUTPUTS INTERNAL CAN interface Digital contact input 1 Pause Digital contact input 2 Flow control Sample water fault Digital contact input Digital contact input 3 pH level contact storage tank 1 (pH) Digital contact input 4 pH level contact storage tank 2 (flocculation) Digital contact input 5...
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Technical Data Terminal diagram: DACa/Beta BT4b INPUTS OUTPUTS INTERNAL CAN interface Digital contact input 1 Pause Digital contact input 2 Flow control Sample water fault Digital contact input 3 pH level contact storage tank 1 (pH) Digital contact input 4 pH level contact storage tank 2 (flocculation) Digital contact input 5 pH level contact storage tank 3 (chlorine)
Technical Data 10.2 Dimensional Drawings Dimensional drawings DULCODOS Pool DC2, DC4 (Dulcoflex ® DF2a) Ø 8,5 A2084 Fig. 45: Dimensional drawings DULCODOS Pool DC2, DC4 (Dulcoflex DF2a), all figures in mm. ®...
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Technical Data Dimensional drawings DULCODOS Pool DC2, DC4 (Alpha ALPc) Ø8,5 A2085 Fig. 46: Dimensional drawings DULCODOS Pool DC2, DC4 (Alpha ALPc), all figures in mm.
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Technical Data Dimensional drawings DULCODOS Pool DC2, DC4 (Beta BT4b) Ø8,5 A2086 Fig. 47: Dimensional drawings DULCODOS Pool DC2, DC4 (Beta BT4b), all figures in mm.
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Technical Data Dimensional drawings DULCODOS Pool DC2, DC4 (Dulcoflex ® DF2a +DF4a) Ø8,5 A2087 Fig. 48: Dimensional drawings DULCODOS Pool DC2, DC4 (Dulcoflex DF2a+DF4a), all figures in mm. ®...
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Technical Data Dimensional drawings DULCODOS Pool DC2, DC4 (Alpha ALPc+DF4a) Ø8,5 A2088 Fig. 49: Dimensional drawings DULCODOS Pool DC2, DC4 (Alpha ALPc+DF4a), all figures in mm.
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Technical Data Dimensional drawings DULCODOS Pool DC2, DC4 (Beta BT4b+DF4a) Ø8,5 A2089 Fig. 50: Dimensional drawings DULCODOS Pool DC2, DC4 (Beta BT4b+DF4a), all figures in mm.
Spare parts and accessories Spare parts and accessories The following are needed for the maintenance of a DULCODOS ® Pool: 2 maintenance kits for the metering pumps 1 maintenance kit for the measured variable Maintenance Kits for Metering Pumps Tab. 10: The following table shows the assignment of the maintenance kits to the types of metering pumps used.
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Spare parts and accessories Tab. 12: Spare Parts Spare Parts Order number Chlorine sensor CLE 3-mA-2 ppm (for free chlorine) 792920 Spare diaphragm cap for CLE 3 815073 Electrolyte solution for chlorine sensor for CLE, 100 ml 506270 Chlorine sensor CGE 3-mA-2ppm (for organically bound chlorine) 1047959 Spare diaphragm cap for CGE 3 792862...
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In accordance with DIRECTIVE 2006/42/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL, Appendix I, BASIC HEALTH AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS, section 1.7.4.2. C. Without pumps ProMinent Dosiertechnik GmbH Im Schuhmachergewann 5 - 11 DE - 69123 Heidelberg, hereby declare that the product specified in the following, complies...
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EC Declaration of Conformity With pumps ProMinent Dosiertechnik GmbH Im Schuhmachergewann 5 - 11 DE - 69123 Heidelberg, hereby declare that the product specified in the following, complies with the relevant basic health and safety requirements of the EC Directive, on the basis of its functional concept and design and in the version distributed by us.
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Index Index Action, step by step ......2 Question: Are there disadvantages with pH cali‐ bration with an external sample? ... . . 43 Actuating outputs .
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Index Simulation ......56 Standard signal outputs ....48, 51 Storage .
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