Table of contents Table of contents Checking the product ..... 25 Introduction ........5 Setting the month indicator .... 26 Setting the pressure reducer Validity of the manual ...... 5 (BOXER RDX) ....... 27 Product identification ....... 6 Handing over the product to the Symbols used ........
Introduction 1.2 Product identification You can identify your product based on the product designation and the order no. indicated on the type plate. ► Check whether the products indicated in chapter 1.1 corre- spond to your product. The type plate is located on the filter head. Designation Designation Nominal connection diameter...
Introduction 1.3 Symbols used Symbol Meaning Danger and risk Important information or requirement Useful information or tip Written documentation required Reference to further documents Work that must be carried out by qualified specialists only Work that must be carried out by technical service personnel only 1.4 Depiction of warnings This manual contains information and instructions that you must obey for your personal safety.
Introduction Warning symbol and Consequences if the information/ signal word instructions are ignored DANGER Death or serious injuries Personal WARNING Possible death or serious injuries injury CAUTION Possible moderate or minor injuries Possible damage to components, the Damage to NOTE product and/or its functions, or an ob- property ject in its vicinity...
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Introduction Personnel Requirements • Professional training Qualified specialist • Electrical engineering • Knowledge of relevant standards and regulations • Sanitary engineering • Knowledge of detection and prevention of potential (HVAC and plumbing) hazards • Transport • Knowledge of statutory regulations on accident pre- vention •...
Safety Safety 2.1 Safety measures ● Only operate your product if all components are installed properly. ● Obey the local regulations on drinking water protection, acci- dent prevention and occupational safety. ● Do not make any changes, alterations or extensions on your product.
Safety 2.1.2 Groups of persons requiring protection ● Children must not play with the product. ● This product is not designed to be used by persons (including children) with reduced capabilities, lack of experience or lack of knowledge. Unless they are supervised, have been in- structed on the safe use of the product and understand the re- sulting hazards.
Product description Product description 3.1 Intended use ● The backwash filters BOXER RX and BOXER RDX are de- signed for filtering drinking water. ● The backwash filter RDX with pressure reducer in addition is suitable for the adjustment of the outlet pressure on the with- drawal side in order to maintain the max.
Product description 3.3 Functional description The unfiltered drinking water flows into the filter through the inlet side and from the outside in through the filter element and to the pure water outlet. Thus, foreign particles of a size > 100 µm are re- tained.
Product description 3.4 Accessories You can retrofit your product with accessories. Please contact your local Grünbeck representative or Grünbeck’s headquarters in Hoechstaedt/Germany for details. Illustration Product Order no. Drain connection DN 50 188 875 For professional installation according to DIN EN 1717 with integrated siphon to discharge the backwash water to the drain.
Transport and storage Transport and storage 4.1 Transport ► Transport the product in its original packaging only. 4.2 Storage ► Protect the product from the impacts below when storing it: • Dampness, moisture • Environmental impacts such as wind, rain, snow, etc. •...
Installation Installation The installation of the product represents a major intervention into the drinking water system and must be carried out by a qualified specialist only. In accordance with DIN EN 806-2 and DIN EN 1717, the product is installed in the cold water pipe downstream of the water meter and upstream of distribution pipes and the appliances to be protected.
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Installation Installation example in vertical pipe Designation Designation Inlet shut-off valve Outlet shut-off valve 18 | 52...
Installation 5.1 Requirements for the installation site ● The installation site must be frost-proof and ensure the filter's protection from chemicals, dyes, solvents and their vapours as well as from direct sunlight. ● The installation site must be away from heat sources (e.g. washing machines, boilers and hot water pipes).
5.2 Checking the scope of supply Designation Designation Water meter screw connection Screw connection kit Seal Flange seal Connection flange Quick reference manual Backwash filter BOXER RX or BOXER RDX ► Check the scope of supply for completeness and damage. 20 | 52...
Installation 5.3 Water installation The filter can be installed in a horizontal or vertical water pipe. 5.3.1 Preparing the pipe ► Install the water meter screw connection in the pipe. » The distance between the two seals must be 100 mm. 21 | 52...
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Installation 5.3.2 Installing the connection flange ► Check the flow direction given on site. 1. Rotate the connection flange into the position matching your flow direction (refer to the marking on the connection flange). » The arrow must correspond to the flow direction of the water. 2.
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Installation 5.3.3 Mounting the filter Do not grease the flange seal. Greased flange seals can cause leaks and malfunctions. 1. Insert the hexagonal screws with washers into the recesses on the filter head. 2. Slide on the flange seal. 3. Screw the filter onto the connection flange. Tighten the 4 nuts crosswise.
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Installation 5.3.4 Attaching the backwash connection If it is not possible to install a waste water pipe, the backwash water can be collected in a bucket/container. Refer to the mounting instructions of the drain connection (order no. 100105420000). ► Install the drain connection (not included in the scope of sup- ply, refer to chapter 3.4).
Start-up/Commissioning Start-up/Commissioning The initial start-up/commissioning of the product must be carried out by technical service personnel only. 6.1 Checking the product 1. Open the shut-off valves. 2. Open the closest water withdrawal point downstream of the filter to the maximum. »...
Start-up/Commissioning 6.2 Setting the month indicator Via Grünbeck’s myProduct app, you will receive a message about the timely backwash of the filter (refer to chapter 7.1). ► Set the maintenance ring to the month of the next mainte- nance (alternatively, to the month of the next backwash – every six months at the latest).
Start-up/Commissioning 6.3 Setting the pressure reducer (BOXER RDX) The factory setting for the pressure reducer is 4 bar. You can change this value as follows: 1. Set the required outlet pressure on the pressure reducer handwheel (turn clockwise = pressure increase, turn counter- clockwise = pressure reduction).
Start-up/Commissioning The screw of the pressure reducer cartridge can come loose. ► Tighten the screw during annual maintenance (refer to chapter 8.4.2) and whenever required. 6.4 Handing over the product to the owner/ operating company ► Explain to the owner/operating company how the product works.
Operation Operation The filter is operated automatically and does not require any manual operation. ► Inspect the filter at regular intervals (refer to chapter 8.3). ► Carry out a backwash at regular intervals (refer to chapter 8.4.1) ► Flush the filter after a temporary shutdown (refer to chapter 10.1).
Maintenance and repair Maintenance and repair Maintenance and repair includes cleaning, inspection and mainte- nance of the product. The responsibility for inspection and maintenance is subject to local and national requirements. The owner/operating company is re- sponsible for compliance with the prescribed maintenance and re- pair work.
Maintenance and repair 8.2 Intervals By way of regular inspections and maintenance, malfunctions can be detected in time and product failures might be prevented. ► As owner/operating company determine which components must be inspected and maintained at which intervals (load- dependent).
Maintenance and repair 8.3 Inspection You as owner/operating company can carry out the regular inspec- tions yourself. ► Carry out an inspection at least every 2 months and proceed as follows to do so: 1. Check the installation for leaks and function. 2.
Maintenance and repair 8.4 Maintenance Regular work is required in order to ensure the proper functioning of the product in the long term. DIN EN 806-5 recommends regular maintenance to ensure trouble-free and hygienic operation of the product. WARNING Irregular backwash of the filter ●...
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Maintenance and repair 1. Turn the backwash handwheel counterclockwise in the direc- tion of the arrow as far as it will go (do not turn the filter cylin- der). 2. Hold the backwash handwheel in this position for 5 – 10 sec- onds.
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Maintenance and repair 8.4.2 Annual maintenance as needed If a leak or a malfunction is detected, carry out a wear and tear test in addition to the semi-annual maintenance. ► Close the shut-off valves on the inlet and on the outlet. Designation Designation O-ring of filter cylinder...
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Maintenance and repair ► Remove the drain connection (if present). ► Carry out a backwash to relieve the water pressure in the fil- ter and in the water pipe. 1. Unscrew the filter cylinder. 2. Check the O-rings and flat seals for wear and tear. 3.
Maintenance and repair 4. Remove the backwash handwheel. 5. Check the spring assembly and the non-return valve for free movement and damage. 6. Check the filter element for damage and dirt deposits. 7. Replace worn components as needed (refer to chapter 8.6). ►...
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Maintenance and repair Designation Designation O-ring of filter cylinder Spring assembly Filter element Backwash handwheel Backwash valve incl. seal Fastening nut incl. seal Filter cylinder Pressure reducer cartridge 38 | 52...
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Maintenance and repair Tools required Order no. 105 805 Strap wrench (to remove the filter cylinder) 104 805 Pipe socket wrench (for pressure reducer cartridge) Allen key 10 (for fastening nut) ► Have the seals replaced in the event of leaks, damage or de- formations.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Contaminated drinking water due to stagnation WARNING ● Infectious diseases ► Have malfunctions eliminated immediately. 9.1 Observations Observation Explanation Remedy ► Fully open the shut-off Water pressure at the The shut-off valves are withdrawal point too not fully open valves low (pressure loss too ►...
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Troubleshooting Observation Explanation Remedy ► Check O-rings and Water loss in the Faulty joint system (leaks) seals for deformations or wear and tear ► Check filter head for damage ► Check connection flange for damage ► Have leaky components replaced by a qualified specialist If a malfunction cannot be eliminated, the technical service person- nel can take further measures.
Decommissioning 10 Decommissioning It is not necessary to put your product out of operation. In case of longer absences, e.g. holidays, precautionary hygiene measures according to VDI 3810-2 and VDI 6023-2 must be taken in order to maintain drinking water hygiene after downtimes. 10.1 Temporary downtime ►...
Dismantling and disposal 11 Dismantling and disposal 11.1 Dismantling The work described herein represents an intervention into your drinking water system. ► Have this work carried out by qualified specialists only. 1. Close the shut-off valves upstream and downstream of the fil- ter.
Dismantling and disposal 11.2 Disposal ► Obey the applicable national regulations. Packaging Danger to the environment due to incorrect dis- NOTE posal ● Packaging materials are valuable raw materials that can be reused in many cases. ● Incorrect disposal can cause hazards to the environment. ►...
The Office of the Vienna Provincial Govern- R-15.2.3-21-17496 ment – City of Vienna Order no. 101 510 101 515 101 520 12.2 Pressure loss curves BOXER RX Designation Designation Pressure loss in bar Flow rate in m 46 | 52...
Technical specifications 12.3 BOXER RDX Dimensions and weights BOXER RDX Nominal connection diameter DN 20 DN 25 DN 32 Connection diameter ¾" 1" 1¼" Drain connection DN 50 Installation height up to centre of connection Installation length with/without 185/100 182/100 191/100 screw connection ≥...
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Technical specifications Performance data ¾" 1" 1¼" Flow rate as per DIN EN 1567 m³/h Pore size µm Largest/smallest pore size µm 120/80 2 – 16 Operating pressure Nominal pressure PN 16 General data ¾" 1" 1¼" Backwash water volume at an inlet pressure of 4 bar 5 –...
Operation log 13 Operation log ► Document the initial start-up/commissioning and all mainte- nance activities. Backwash filter BOXER ________ Serial no.: __________________ 13.1 Start-up/Commissioning log Customer Name Address Installation/Accessories Drain connection in accordance with DIN EN 1717 Floor drain present Safety device Operating values Water pressure at raw water inlet...
Operation log 13.2 Maintenance Date Work performed Signature 50 | 52...
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