Table of contents Table of contents Checking the system for function .. 31 Introduction ........4 Handing over the product to the owner/operating company ..... 31 Validity of the manual ...... 4 Other applicable documents .... 4 Operation/handling ....... 32 Product identification .......
Illustrations in this manual are for basic understanding and can differ from the actual design. 1.1 Validity of the manual ● Heat exchanger GENO-WT 42 ● Heat exchanger GENO-WT 76 ● Heat exchanger GENO-WT 105 ● Special designs that essentially correspond to the standard products given above.
Introduction 1.3 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 housing. Designation Designation CE mark...
Introduction 1.4 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 qualified electricians only Work that must be carried out by technical service personnel only 6 | 56...
Introduction 1.5 Depiction of warnings This manual contains information and instructions that you must obey for your personal safety. The information and instructions are highlighted by a warning symbol and are structured as shown below: 1.1.1.2 SIGNAL WORD 1.1.1.3 Type and source of hazard 1.1.1 ●...
Introduction 1.6 Demands on personnel During the individual life cycle phases of the product, different peo- ple carry out work on the product. This work requires different quali- fications. 1.6.1 Qualification of personnel Personnel Requirements • No special expertise required Operator/user •...
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Introduction 1.6.2 Authorisations of personnel The table below describes which tasks may be carried out by whom. Operator/ Owner/ Qualified Techni- user operating specialist company service Transport and storage Installation and mounting Start-up/Commissioning Operation and handling Cleaning Inspection Maintenance semi-annually annually Troubleshooting Repair...
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, extensions or program changes on your product.
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Safety 2.1.2 Pressure-related hazards ● Components can be under pressure. There is a risk of injuries and damage to property due to escaping water and unex- pected movement of components. Check the system’s pres- sure lines at regular intervals. ● Before starting repair and maintenance work, make sure that all affected components are depressurised.
Safety 2.2 Product-specific safety instructions Thermal hazard due to contact with hot surfaces CAUTION (up to 90°C) ● Burns ► Do not touch the hot surfaces of the heat exchanger and of the components on the heating side. ► Sufficiently insulate the components on the heating side. ►...
Safety 2.3 Conduct in emergencies 2.3.1 In case of leaking pool or heating water 1. De-energise the system. 2. Locate the leak. CAUTION Hot heating water (up to 90 °C) ● Scalding ► Wear personal protective equipment. 3. Eliminate the cause of the leaking pool or heating water. 4.
Product description Product description 3.1 Intended use ● The heat exchanger GENO-WT is used for heating up pool water (freshwater) in private or public swimming pools and whirlpools. 3.1.1 Application limits The heat exchanger GENO-WT is designed for counterflow opera- tion in a dual-circuit system.
Product description 3.2 Product components Designation Function Hose connection for pool water Bolt clamps to fix the hose connections Connections for supply for connection to the heating circuit and return Clamps to fix the heat exchanger Clamp holder for wall or floor mounting Heat exchanger incl.
Product description 3.3 Accessories Your product can be retrofitted with accessories. Please contact your local Grünbeck representative or Grünbeck’s headquarters in Hoechstaedt/Germany for details. Illustration Product Order no. Heat exchanger shut-off kit 1" 208 444 To hydraulically shut off a heating circulation provided by the client on site as well as to protect the on-site piping.
Transport and storage Transport and storage 4.1 Shipping/Delivery/Packaging The product is packed in a cardboard box at the factory. ► Upon receipt, immediately check for completeness and transport damage. 4.2 Transport ► Transport the product in its original packaging only. 4.3 Storage ►...
Installation Installation The installation of the system must be carried out by a qualified specialist only. NOTE Leaks or system damage due to corrosion. ● Leaks, water loss, water damage, system failure. ► Position the dosing system for chemicals or the dosing points//injection points in the pipe downstream of the heat exchanger.
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Installation Installation example in full flow (horizontal installation on the floor) Designation Designation Above water level Below water level (with pipe loops) Designation Designation Main pipe of pool water circuit Heating circuit 19 | 56...
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Installation Installation example in full flow (vertical installation on the wall) Designation Designation Above water level Below water level (with pipe loops) Designation Designation Main pipe of pool water circuit Heating circuit 20 | 56...
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Installation Installation example in partial flow Designation Designation Bypass pipe of pool water cir- Shut-off valve provided by client cuit on site in the main pipe of the pool water circuit Heating circuit 21 | 56...
Installation 5.1 Requirements for the installation site ● The adequately dimensioned installation surface of the sys- tem must be level and provide sufficient strength and load- bearing capacity to support the system's operating weight. ● The installation site must be frost-proof and ensure the sys- tem's protection from direct sunlight, chemicals, dyes, sol- vents and their vapours, etc.
Installation 5.2 Checking the scope of supply Designation Designation Hose connection with PVC-U Fastening clamps nipple Fastening material Heat exchanger Operation manual ► Check the scope of supply for completeness and damage. 23 | 56...
Installation 5.3 Installing the heat exchanger Installation below pool level ► Install the heat exchanger below pool level downstream of the filter system in the partial or full flow. Installation above pool level (optional) The heat exchanger must never run dry. ►...
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Installation Designation Designation Floor mounting Wall mounting 1. Determine the type of mounting: Wall or floor. 2. Determine distance A between the fastening clamps – as far apart as possible. a Recommended distance A: GENO-WT-K 42 ~ 140 mm GENO-WT-K 76 ~ 300 mm GENO-WT-K 105 ~ 400 mm 3.
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Installation 5. Insert the heat exchanger. 6. Firmly secure the heat exchanger – tighten the clamps. a Make sure that the heating outlets point plumb up- wards. 7. Check that all connections are secure. 26 | 56...
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Installation 5.3.2 Connecting the pipes Obey the flow directions on the heating and pool water side. Designation Designation Pool water inlet Supply from the heating system Outlet to the pool Return to the heating system 1. Push the hose connections onto the connections on the right and left of the heat exchanger.
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Installation 5.3.3 Connecting the heating The connections to the heating circuit provided by the client on site must be removable. Designation Designation Heating supply Heating return 1. Fasten the heating supply pipe. 2. Fasten the heating return pipe. 3. Install shut-off valves provided by the client on site into the supply and return pipe.
Start-up/Commissioning Start-up/Commissioning The initial start-up/commissioning of the product must be done by technical service personnel only. Thermal hazard due to contact with hot surfaces CAUTION (up to 90 °C) ● Burns ► Do not touch the hot surfaces of the heat exchanger and of the components on the heating side.
Start-up/Commissioning 6.1 Venting the system/checking for leaks Designation Designation Heating supply shut-off valve Heating return shut-off valve provided by client on site provided by client on site 1. Open the shut-off valves provided by the client on site. 2. Vent the lines on the pool water and heating water side. 3.
Start-up/Commissioning 6.2 Checking the system for function 1. Check the heat input into the swimming pool. 2. Check the locking of the heat supply (e.g. heating circulation pump) provided by the client on site with the pool water circu- lation pump being switched off. 6.3 Handing over the product to the owner/oper- ating company ►...
Operation/handling Operation/handling CAUTION Maximum temperature exceeded ● System failure and risk of water damage ► Take measures in the control technology or by mechanical means to make sure that if the pool water circulation pump is at a standstill, the flow on the heating side is stopped or in- terrupted as well.
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 8.1 Cleaning Have the cleaning work only carried out by persons who have been instructed on the risks and dangers that can arise from the product. ► Use personal protective equipment. ► Only clean the outside of the system. ►...
Maintenance and repair Task Interval Activities • Check the heat exchanger for function monthly Inspection • Check the locking of the heat supply (e.g. heat- ing circulation pump) provided by the client on site with the pool water circulation pump being switched off •...
Maintenance and repair 8.4 Maintenance Regular work is required in order to ensure the proper functioning of the product in the long term. 8.4.1 Semi-annual maintenance 1. Check all product components for impurities and clean them, if necessary. 2. Check all product components for function and leaks. 3.
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Maintenance and repair 8.4.2 Annual maintenance Annual maintenance work requires expert knowledge. This kind of maintenance work must be carried out by Grünbeck's technical ser- vice or by qualified specialists trained by Grünbeck only. In addition to the semi-annual maintenance, the following work must be done: 9.
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Maintenance and repair 8.4.3 Cleaning with scale remover Obey the safety and application instructions of the scale remover used. The interior of the heat exchanger must only be cleaned while the heat exchanger is removed. 1. Make sure that the system is depressurised. 2.
Maintenance and repair 8.5 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. 8.6 Wearing parts Wearing parts must be replaced by qualified specialists only. Wearing parts are listed below: ●...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 9.1 Observations Observation Explanation Remedy ► Check flow direction and Pool water does Heat exchanger is not oper- not heat up ated in counterflow mode change it, if necessary ► Thoroughly vent the Air present in the heating water circuit heating water circuit ►...
Decommissioning 10 Decommissioning The work below must be carried out by technical service personnel only. 10.1 Temporary shutdown If a longer standstill of the system is planned, the system must be shut down. The tasks below must be carried out: 1.
Dismantling and disposal 11 Dismantling and disposal 11.1 Dismantling The work described herein represents an intervention into your pool water and heating water installation. ► Have this work carried out by qualified specialists only. 1. Flush the system with clean pool water on the pool water side.
Dismantling and disposal 11.2 Disposal ► Obey the applicable national regulations. Packaging ► Dispose of the packaging in an environmentally sound manner. NOTE Danger to the environment due to incorrect disposal ● Packaging materials are valuable raw materials that can be reused in many cases.
Technical specifications 12 Technical specifications Dimensions and weights WT 42 WT 76 WT 105 Diameter Total length Housing length Distance between the pipes on the heating side Distance to floor Distance to wall Height ~ 95 ~ 95 ~ 120 Weight ~ 6.5 ~ 9.5...
Technical specifications 12.1 Capacity curves of GENO-WT The capacity of the heat exchanger in kW refers to the maximum possible transfer capacity at the minimum flow rates specified. 46 | 56...
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Technical specifications Designation Designation Supply temperature A 20 °C water temperature of heating in °C B 24 °C water temperature Capacity of heat exchanger in kW at water temperature C 28 °C water temperature 47 | 56...
Operation log 13 Operation log ► Document the initial start-up/commissioning and all mainte- nance activities. ► Copy the maintenance report. Heat exchanger GENO-WT ______ Serial no.: ____________________ 13.1 Start-up/Commissioning log Customer Name Address Pool version Design Indoor pool Outdoor pool Pool size Volume in m³...
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Operation log Installation/Accessories Control unit used GENO-BW-tronic BWH-W Digital tempera- Others ture controller Pool water Water temperature ° C Total water hardness °dH – pH value Conductivity µS Value of disinfectant in the pool mg/l (free chlorine, bromine, ...) Remarks Start-up/Commissioning Company Service technician...
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Operation log Maintenance no.: ___ Enter the measured values and operating data. Confirm the tests with OK or record any repairs carried out. Operating values Pool water Before maintenance After maintenance Water temperature °C °C Total water hardness °dH °dH pH value Conductivity µS...
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Operation log Maintenance no.: ___ Enter the measured values and operating data. Confirm the tests with OK or record any repairs carried out. Operating values Pool water before maintenance after maintenance Water temperature °C °C Total water hardness °dH °dH pH value Conductivity µS...
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Operation log Maintenance no.: ___ Enter the measured values and operating data. Confirm the tests with OK or record any repairs carried out. Operating values Pool water before maintenance after maintenance Water temperature °C °C Total water hardness °dH °dH pH value Conductivity µS...
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