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RI-HF19
Puretec Radfire™ Commercial UV Water Sanitiser
For correct operation & installation, it is essential to observe these instructions.
AUG2022

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  • Page 1 User Guide RI-HF19 Puretec Radfire™ Commercial UV Water Sanitiser For correct operation & installation, it is essential to observe these instructions. AUG2022...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Fig. 2 - Controller Layout ......................16 4-20ma For PLC Connectivity ....................24 Fig. 3 - Incorrect Installation of 4-20ma Signal ............25 Fig. 4 - Correct Installation of 4-20ma Signal ............... 25 Warranty .............................. 26 Installation & Operation Manual Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022...
  • Page 3: Puretec Customer Service

    This is chemical free process which is simple in its concept and effective in its abilities to inactivate microorganisms present in the water supply. Simple maintenance, continuous disinfection and ultimately safe water. Puretec makes it that easy. Customer Service Helpline 1300 140 140 (Australia) 0800 130 140 (New Zealand).
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    11. All repairs are only to be made to the system by Puretec-approved technicians. Installation & Operation Manual Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022...
  • Page 5: System Overview

    The reactor chamber is manufactured from stainless steel 316L and houses the ultraviolet lamp and quartz sleeve. The lamps used in the Puretec RI-HF models are of a special high intensity, high output and Amalgam germicidal type. The chamber is designed to mount horizontally and should be secured to a suitable support.
  • Page 6: Application

    Application Ultraviolet disinfection provides a simple, inexpensive way of destroying bacteria, mold, virus, algae and fungi without the use of heat or chemicals. Each Puretec RI-HF system is designed to achieve a specific energy dose to properly destroy microorganisms. The dosage which applies to ultraviolet disinfection is proportional to energy, time, and area.
  • Page 7 Sealing Nut End Cover Cable Gland End Cover Screws Note: Diagram above is for representative purposes only. Actual product purchased will differ as per specific model variant and configuration selected. Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022 Puretec Radfire RI-HF Series...
  • Page 8: Installation

    80%. • Insulate the unit from extreme temperatures. • Install the chamber horizontally (if mounting vertically first contact Puretec). • To avoid trapping air and optimal performance ensure the outlet is at the highest point. •...
  • Page 9 WARNING: SUDDEN OPENING OF THE INLET FLOW MAY SERIOUSLY DAMAGE UV LAMPS OR QUARTZ SLEEVES. ALSO ENSURE THAT NO STONES, WELD PARTICLES ARE PRESENT IN THE WATER LINE. THESE WILL DAMAGE AND BREAK THE QUARTZ SLEEVES AND LAMPS. Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022 Puretec Radfire RI-HF Series...
  • Page 10: Maintenance

    CYCLING OF LAMPS ON/OFF MORE THAN 3 TIMES IN A 24-HOUR PERIOD MAY RESULT IN PREMATURE LAMP FAILURE AND VOID OF WARRANTY. Use only quality replacement parts from Puretec. Using any non-genuine lamps, quartz, O-rings or spares in the UV system can affect the performance of the system and void the warranty.
  • Page 11 UV lamp assembly from the UV reactor. WARNING: THE LAMP MIGHT STILL BE VERY HOT. IN THIS CASE PLEASE TAKE CARE BY USING GLOVES OR OTHER PROTECTIVE GEAR. Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022 Puretec Radfire RI-HF Series...
  • Page 12 The quartz sleeves are made of clear fused quartz with a high level of UV transmissibility. If the quartz sleeve becomes soiled due to dirt or mineral deposits it can be removed and cleaned by following the instructions. 12 Installation & Operation Manual Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022...
  • Page 13 Do this at both ends of the reactor. Remove the quartz sleeve sealing O-ring from the quartz sleeve and keep it safe. Do this at both ends of the reactor. Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022 Puretec Radfire RI-HF Series...
  • Page 14 The quartz sleeve forms the barrier between the UV lamp and the water under treatment. It is essential that the sleeve is kept clean otherwise there will be a reduction of the UV light which will reduce the effectiveness of treatment. We recommend using Puretec SC1000 UV Sleeve Cleaner to clean quartz sleeves.
  • Page 15 CAUTION: BE CAREFUL NOT TO FORCE THE UV SENSOR WHILE INSERTING INTO THE WINDOW AS THE AIR PRESSURE BUILDUP THE INSIDE OF THE WINDOW CAN CAUSE THE WINDOW TO “POP OUT” OF THE HOUSING AND DAMAGE THE ENTIRE WINDOW ASSEMBLY. Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022 Puretec Radfire RI-HF Series...
  • Page 16: Controller

    In the event of a loss of power to the controller, the system shall retain the control program and user settings in memory. Fig. 2 - Controller Layout UV Intensity (%) Display Left Status LEDs Right Enter Down 16 Installation & Operation Manual Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022...
  • Page 17 LED is currently showing the number of hours the OPERATING HOURS UV lamp has been operated for. When the lamp run hours exceed the lamp life, the controller will sound an alarm. Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022 Puretec Radfire RI-HF Series...
  • Page 18 Please refer to the section on replacing the lamp for information on how to reset this counter. 1554 To see this screen again press the right key: 9088 18 Installation & Operation Manual Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022...
  • Page 19 Error: The lamp or ballast has failed. Solution: Replace the UV lamp and check the system. If the problem still persists, contact Puretec customer support. 9088 9088 <49 Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022 Puretec Radfire RI-HF Series...
  • Page 20 System will acknowlege the alarm and turn of the audio alarm and de-energize the common fault relay contact. Display Alternates between value and error condition with audio alarm deactivated. <49 20 Installation & Operation Manual Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022...
  • Page 21 Press the Enter key. System will BEEP as an audio confirmation that the process has been completed Reset Hour Counter successfully. Display will now show 0, indicating that the hour counter has been reset. Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022 Puretec Radfire RI-HF Series...
  • Page 22 Display showing the UV intensity in %. percentage terms. 9088 Press and hold the UP and DOWN keys together for 6 seconds. Confirmation Message <49 The system will ask for confirmation of re- calibration. 22 Installation & Operation Manual Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022...
  • Page 23 <49 low UV level of the UV intensity. At this level, the system will flash a low intensity message 'L1' on the display alternating with the actual UV intensity percentage. Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022 Puretec Radfire RI-HF Series...
  • Page 24: 4-20Ma For Plc Connectivity

    EMI interference. The shield should be grounded at one end This is 2 wire analog output, DO NOT connect an external power supply. It will damage the UV controller permanently. 24 Installation & Operation Manual Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022...
  • Page 25 Fig 3. - Incorrect Installation of 4-20ma Signal Transmitter 24 V External Transmitter Power Supply 24 V Fig 4. - Correct Installation of 4-20ma Signal External Power Supply Transmitter Transmitter Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022 Puretec Radfire RI-HF Series...
  • Page 26: Warranty

    Puretec’s discretion, including chargeable inspection and labour costs incurred. Warranty/Australia This warranty is given by Puretec Pty Ltd, ABN 44 164 806 688, 37-43 Brodie Road, Lonsdale SA 5160, telephone no. 1300 140 140 and email at sales@puretec.com.au.
  • Page 27 Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022 Puretec Radfire RI-HF Series...

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