Grunbeck protectliQ A Operation Manual

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Page 1 We understand water. Safety device | protectliQ:A Operation manual...
Page 2 General Contact Germany Sales +49 9074 41-0 Service +49 9074 41-333 service@gruenbeck.com Availability Monday to Thursday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm We reserve the right to technical modifications. © by Grünbeck Wasseraufbereitung GmbH Original operation manual Edition: May 2022 Order no.: TD3-FA000_en_075...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Table of contents Inserting the batteries ....25 Introduction ........5 Checking the product ..... 26 Handing over the product to the Validity of the instruction ....5 owner/operating company ..... 30 Product identification ....... 5 Symbols used ........7 Depiction of warnings ......
Page 4 Table of contents Technical specifications ....46 Operation log ......... 48 13.1 Start-up/Commissioning log ... 48 4 | 52...
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Introduction This manual is intended for owners/operating companies, operators, users as well as qualified specialists and ensures the safe and effi- cient handling of the product. The manual is an integral part of the product. ● Carefully read this manual and the included manuals on the components before you operate your product.
Page 6 Introduction The type plate is located on the housing. The label with the serial number is located in the housing, below the battery compartment. Designation Designation Product designation Nominal pressure QR code Disposal information Order no. Observe operation manual Serial no. DVGW test mark Data matrix code CE mark...
Page 7: Symbols Used
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 may only be carried out by qualified specialists. Work that may only be carried out by qualified electricians. Work that may only be carried out by technical service personnel .
Page 8: Demands On Personnel
Introduction Warning symbol and Consequences when disregarding the infor- signal word mation/instructions DANGER Death or serious injuries Personal WARNING Possible death or serious injury injuries CAUTION Possible moderate or slight injuries Possible damage to components, the Damage to NOTE product and/or its function or damage property to an object in its vicinity 1.5 Demands on personnel...
Page 9 Introduction Personnel Requirements • Extended product-specific expertise Technical service (Grünbeck’s tech- • Trained by Grünbeck nical service/ au- thorised service company) 1.5.2 Authorisations of personnel The table below describes which tasks may be carried out by whom. Opera- Owner/ Qualified Tech- tor/user operating...
Page 10: Safety
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 or alterations on your product. Only use genuine spare parts for maintenance or repair.
Page 11 Safety 2.1.2 Electrical hazards ● Do not operate any products which have a damaged mains cable. This can lead to injuries due to electric shock. ● Have damaged mains cables immediately replaced by the manufacturer or by authorised personnel. ● There is an immediate danger of fatal injury from electric shock when touching live parts.
Page 12: Product-Specific Safety Instructions
Safety 2.2 Product-specific safety instructions The product has no product-specific risks. Regular battery replacement is required in case of battery-only op- eration (see chapter 8.4.1). 2.3 Conduct in emergencies 2.3.1 In case of water leaks 1. Check whether the safety device has shut off the water inlet. If this is not the case shut the valve of 2.
Page 13: Product Description
Product description Product description 3.1 Intended use ● The safety device protectliQ protects rooms and their equip- ment from water damage. ● The use of a protectliQ safety device is recommended for in- stallations in rooms with high-risk potential such as electric shock as well as high material damage to equipment.
Page 14: Product Components
Product description 3.2 Product components Designation Designation Union nut Operating key Flat seal Release for hand lever Reduction Hand lever Ball valve Water sensor Fixing screw Batteries (4 pieces) Adapter Battery compartment 14 | 52...
Page 15: Functional Description
Product description 3.3 Functional description The protectliQ water sensor permanently monitors critical locations in moist-prone rooms such as kitchens, bathrooms or laundry rooms, etc. In case water collects on the floor, the water sensor responds and the safety device protectliQ automatically closes the water supply. The protectliQ safety device is powered by means of batteries - in- dependent of the mains supply.
Page 16: Transport And Storage
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. •...
Page 17: Installation
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.
Page 18 Installation Installation example protectliQ with battery operation Designation Designation Inlet shut-off valve Outlet shut-off valve Drinking water filter (e.g. BOXER:RX) 18 | 52...
Page 19: Requirements For The Installation Site
Installation Installation example protectliQ with plug-in power unit Designation Designation Automatic filter (e.g. pure- Inlet shut-off valve liQ:AD) Plug-in power supply unit (op- Outlet shut-off valve tional) 5.1 Requirements for the installation site ● The installation site must be frost-proof and protect the product from chemicals, dyes, solvents, and their vapours.
Page 20: Checking The Scope Of Supply
Installation For operation with plug-in power unit ● A shock-proof socket is required for electrical installation. The socket requires a permanent power supply. 5.2 Checking the scope of supply Designation Designation Water meter screw connec- protectliQ with water sensor tion with flat seal and union Batteries (4 pieces) nut (2 pieces) Operation manual...
Page 21: Water Installation
Installation 5.3 Water installation The protectliQ safety device may be installed into horizontal as well as vertical water pipes. The mounting of the ball valve is not dependent on the flow direction. 5.3.1 Preparing the pipe Only for protectliQ:A32/A40 ► Screw the reducers with the flat seal onto the ball valve. 21 | 52...
Page 22 Installation 1. Install the water meter screw connection in the pipe. The distance between the two seals must be as follows protectliQ:A20/A25 = 70 mm protectliQ:A32/A40 = 160 mm 2. Tighten the ball valve with the union nuts without applying mechanical stress.
Page 23 Installation 5.3.2 Mounting the protectliQ 1. Check whether the hand lever is set to 2. If this is not the case: Press the release button and turn the hand lever to 3. Place the protectliQ onto the ball valve. 23 | 52...
Page 24 Installation 4. Tighten the fixing screw. 5. Check the pipe connection for leaks. 6. Place the water sensor flat on the floor. 7. If required, firmly fix the water sensor on the ground. (fas- tening material not included in the scope of supply) 24 | 52...
Page 25: Start-Up
Start-up Start-up 6.1 Inserting the batteries 1. Pull the lid off upwards. 2. Insert the batteries into the battery compartment. Pay atten- tion to the polarity. 3. Insert the battery compartment into the protectliQ. » The valve opens automatically. 25 | 52...
Page 26: Checking The Product
Start-up 4. Close the lid until it engages. 6.2 Checking the product ► Perform a function test. 1. Open a water withdrawal point. 26 | 52...
Page 27 Start-up 2. Immerse the water sensor in water or alternatively bridge it with a metallic object. 3. Check whether the protectliQ shuts the valve. » The protectliQ is tight if, following a short pressure relief, no water is flowing. 4. Dry the contacts and press the operating button. »...
Page 28 Start-up 6.2.1.1 Connecting the plug-in power supply unit If the power supply is interrupted the function of the NOTE protectliQ is not guaranteed. ● If the battery compartment is unplugged the proper function of the protectliQ is not possible. ► Keep the battery compartment with the inserted batteries connected.
Page 29 Start-up 6.2.1.2 Connecting the second water sensor ► Connect the second water sensor to the free screw-type ter- minal. ► Repeat the functional check for an additionally connected water sensor. ► If available insert the plug-in power supply unit. 29 | 52...
Page 30: Handing Over The Product To The Owner/Operating Company
Start-up Caution Water sensor pipe was laid unsecured in roadways ● Stumbling, falling ► Check whether the pipe and the water sensor have been po- sitioned in a suitable place and, if necessary, secured against being torn off. » The protectliQ is ready for operation. 6.3 Handing over the product to the owner/oper- ating company ►...
Page 31: Operation/Handling
Operation/Handling Operation/Handling ► Do not step on the pipe and the water sensor. 7.1 Operating elements and indicators Designation Designation Release for hand lever Operating key Hand lever LED signal Explanation  orange Leak • Flashes if there is moisture at the water sensor. ...
Page 32: Automatic Operation
Operation/Handling LED signal Explanation  Battery empty • Flashes and buzzes 4 weeks before battery life ex- pires. • By means of the operating button, the buzzer can be muted for 24 hours. • If the battery is not changed, the valve closes the wa- ter pipe.
Page 33 Operation/Handling 1. Press and hold the release (red button). 2. Turn the hand lever firmly by 90° into the vertical position. 33 | 52...
Page 34: Maintenance And Repair
Maintenance and repair Maintenance and repair Maintenance and repair include 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.
Page 35: Intervals
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-de- pendent).
Page 36 Maintenance and repair 1. Immerse the water sensor in water or alternatively bridge it with a metallic object. » The protectliQ is working if it closes the valve of the water supply. 2. Check the tightness of the valve at a withdrawal point. »...
Page 37: Maintenance
Maintenance and repair 8.4 Maintenance ► Carry out the maintenance at least once a year. 1. Check the protectliQ and the connections for leaks. 2. Check whether the batteries provide power. Replace the batteries if necessary. 3. Check the plug-in power supply unit and the mains cable for damage.
Page 38 Maintenance and repair 8.4.1 Changing the batteries NOTE Do not insert wrong batteries or accumulators. ● Functional failure of the protectliQ due to the use of unsuita- ble batteries or accumulators. ► Only use batteries of the same type. ► Do not insert accumulators. 1.
Page 39: Consumables
Maintenance and repair 8.5 Consumables Product Quan- Order no. tity Mignon AA batteries (1.5 V) 1 piece 93815605e 8.6 Spare parts For an overview of the spare parts, refer to our spare parts cata- logue at www.gruenbeck.com. You can obtain the spare parts from your local Grünbeck representative.
Page 40: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting The protectliQ indicates faults by means of the LEDs. 9.1 Messages LED Signal/Error Explanation Remedy ► Change the batteries Batteries are almost flat within the next Red LED is flashing: 4 weeks buzzing sound is emitted ► Check water sensor no water flow •...
Page 41 Troubleshooting 1. Eliminate the fault. 2. Acknowledge the fault. 3. Check the product for function. If a malfunction cannot be eliminated, the technical service person- nel can take further measures. ► Contact technical service (refer to inner cover sheet for con- tact data).
Page 42: Decommissioning
Decommissioning 10 Decommissioning The product is a safety device to prevent water damages and therefor shouldn’t be shut off. 10.1 Temporary shutdown If you wish to temporarily shut down your product, proceed as fol- lows: 1. Shut the ball valve manually (see chapter 7.3). 2.
Page 43: Dismantling And Disposal
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 performed by qualified specialists only. 1. Shut the ball valve manually (see chapter 7.3). » The water supply is blocked off.
Page 44: Disposal
Dismantling and disposal Dismantling of batteries/plug-in power supply unit 1. Remove the batteries from the battery compartment in the housing. 2. Remove the plug-in power supply unit, if available. 11.2 Disposal ► Obey the applicable national regulations. Disposal of batteries//plug-in power supply unit ►...
Page 45 Dismantling and disposal Packaging ► Dispose of the packaging in an environmentally sound manner. 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. ►...
Page 46 Technical specifications 12 Technical specifications Dimensions and weight Height up to centre of connection Depth up to centre of connection Projection exceeding centre Installation length 165/70 152/70 251/160 283/160 with/without screw connection Operating weight ~ 1.5 ~ 1.5 ~ 2.5 ~ 3.0 46 | 52...
Page 47 Technical specifications Connection data Nominal connection diam- DN 20 DN 25 DN 32 DN 40 eter Nominal pressure PN 16 Nominal flow Q Pressure loss at nominal flow Battery type of control unit 4x Mignon AA 1.5 V Power supply of control unit (optional plug-in power supply unit)
Page 48 Operation log 13 Operation log ► Document the initial start-up/commissioning and all mainte- nance activities. ► Copy the maintenance report. Safety device protectliQ:A ____ Serial no.: __________________________ 13.1 Start-up/Commissioning log Customer Name Address Installation/Accessories Floor drain present Plug-in power supply unit Further water sensor Operating values Water pressure...
Page 49 Operation log Maintenance no.: ___ Confirm the tests with OK or record any repairs carried out. Maintenance work Repair  Product checked for leaks  Manual operation performed (Close valve manually)  Check batteries for performance  Check plug-in power supply unit and mains cable for damage ...
Page 50 EU Declaration of Conformity EU Declaration of Conformity In accordance with the EU Low-Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU This is to certify that the system designated below meets the safety and health pro- tection requirements of the applicable EU guidelines in terms of its design, construc- tion and execution.
Page 51 Impressum Technische Dokumentation Bei Fragen und Anregungen zu dieser Betriebsanleitung wenden Sie sich bitte direkt an die Abteilung Technische Dokumentation bei Grünbeck Wasseraufbereitung GmbH email: dokumentation@gruenbeck.de...
Page 52 Grünbeck Wasseraufbereitung GmbH Josef-Grünbeck-Str. 1 89420 Hoechstaedt/Germany +49 9074 41-0 +49 9074 41-100 info@gruenbeck.com For more information go to www.gruenbeck.com www.gruenbeck.com...