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  • Page 1 We understand water. Filter | GENO backwash filter MX 1" - MX DN 100 Operation manual...
  • Page 2 Central Contact Germany Sales Phone +49 9074 41-0 Technical Service Phone +49 9074 41-333 Fax +49 9074 41-120 Availability Monday to Thursday 7:00 am – 6:00 pm Friday 7:00 am – 4:00 pm Copyright The manufacturer reserves the copyright to this operation manual. No part of this instruction may be reproduced in any way without the written permission of Grünbeck Wasseraufbereitung GmbH, nor may any part be processed, duplicated or disseminated using electronic systems.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents About this instruction ..........4 Start-up ..............21 Other applicable documents ........4 Preparations .............21 Target group .............. 4 How to start up the product ........21 Storage of documents ..........4 Handing over the product to the owner/user ....21 Symbols used ............
  • Page 4: About This Instruction

    About this instruction About this instruction Other applicable documents The following documents shall be considered as applicable documents for the GENO backwash filter as well: ● For Grünbeck's technical service/authorised service company: Technical service manual GENO backwash filter MX Order no.: TD4_AM000 ●...
  • Page 5: Typographical Conventions

    About this instruction Typographical conventions The following typographical conventions are used in this instruction: Description Depiction Handling instruction ► Action One-step or chronological sequence of steps does not matter Handling instruction First action multi-step and chronological sequence of first step action steps important second step Second action...
  • Page 6: Type Plate

    About this instruction Type plate The type plate is located on the front of the filter housing. Please specify the data shown on the type plate in order to speed up the processing of your enquiries or orders. ► Therefore, add the serial number below in order to have the necessary data available at all times.
  • Page 7: Safety

    Safety Safety WARNING: Contamination of drinking water due to incorrect handling. ● Risk of infectious diseases. ► Have the installation, commissioning and annual maintenance carried out exclusively by specialist installers. Safety measures ● Carefully read this manual before operating your product. ●...
  • Page 8: Technical Safety Instructions

    Safety Technical safety instructions This manual contains instructions that you must comply with for your personal safety as well as to avoid damage to property. The instructions are highlighted by a warning triangle and have the following structure: CAUTION: Type and source of danger. ●...
  • Page 9: Duties Of The Owner/User

    Safety Duties of the owner/user Comply with the following instructions to ensure the proper and safe functioning of the product: ● Arrange for a specialist installer to carry out the installation, commissioning and maintenance. ● Have the product explained to you by the specialist installer. ●...
  • Page 10: Product Description

    Product description Product description Intended use ● GENO-backwash filters MX are designed for the filtration of drinking and process water. ● The filters are suitable for filtration of process, boiler feed, cooling and air conditioning water – only in partial flow. ●...
  • Page 11: Product Components

    Product description Product components Item Designation Item Designation Backwash handwheel Water meter screw connection Pressure gauge Filter housing Flange connection Brush Sieve bottom Suction nozzle Filter element Seal Filter funnel Flushing water connection 11 | 40...
  • Page 12: Functional Description

    Product description Functional description The unfiltered raw water flows into the filter from the inlet side and then from the inside out through the filter element and to the pure water outlet. Thus, foreign particles of > 100 µm in size are retained. Depending on their size and weight, the foreign particles stick to the filter element or they fall straight down into the filter funnel.
  • Page 13: Accessories

    Product description Accessories You can retrofit your product with additional accessories. Please contact your local Grünbeck representative or Grünbeck's headquarters in Hoechstaedt for details (www.gruenbeck.com). According to DIN EN 13443 1, filter elements with 50 μm, 200 μm and 500 μm are not admissible for drinking water installations.
  • Page 14: Installation

    Installation Installation The installation of a filter represents a major intervention into the drinking water system and may only be performed by a specialist installer. The product is installed in accordance with DIN EN 806-2 and DIN EN 1717 in the water line downstream of the water meter and upstream of distribution lines or the devices to be protected.
  • Page 15: Requirements With Regard To The Installation Site

    Installation Requirements with regard to the installation site Observe local installation directives, general guidelines and technical specifications. ● The installation site must be frost-proof and ensure the filter's protection from chemicals, dyes, solvents and their vapours as well as direct sunlight. ●...
  • Page 16: Install The Product

    Installation The filter is supplied with screw connections for sizes: 1" (DN 25), 1¼" (DN 32), 1½" (DN 40), 2" (DN 50) The filter is supplied with flange connections for sizes: DN 65, DN 80, DN 100 ► Check the scope of supply for completeness and possible damage. Install the product The GENO backwash filter MX is only allowed to be installed horizontally and without stresses.
  • Page 17 Installation 4.3.2 Installing GENO backwash filter MX with screw connections 1. Install the pipe fitting into the pipeline (the installation dimension must be for sizes: 1", 1¼", = 190 mm and for size: 1½", 2" = 206 mm). 2. Position the filter (note the flow direction marking on the filter). 3.
  • Page 18 Installation 4.3.3 Installing GENO backwash filter MX with flange connection Pos. Designation Pos. Designation Loose flange Adapter kit (for DN 80, DN 100 optional, refer to chapter Accessories Fehler! Verweisquelle Shut-off valve konnte nicht gefunden werden.) 1. Prepare the pipeline with flange connection in accordance with DIN EN 1092-1 (the distance between the two seals must be: 220 mm for DN 65 and 250 for DN 80 and DN 100).
  • Page 19 Installation 4.3.4 Installing the flushing water connection CAUTION: Spraying hot water at the drain outlet during backwashing. ● Danger of scalding during hot water filtration without waste water pipe. ► For hot water filtration, install a fixed waste water pipe at the drain connection. If it is not possible to install a drain pipe, the backwash water can be collected in a bucket/container.
  • Page 20 Installation 5. Install a waste water pipe to the drain connection . » The flushing water connection is installed. The drain connection is optionally available (refer to Accessories chapter 3.5). To install the drain connection, follow the installation instructions TD5-BS002. 20 | 40...
  • Page 21: Start-Up

    Start-up Start-up Preparations Upon delivery, the drain outlet of the GENO backwash filters MX is open. ► Close the drain outlet by turning the backwash handwheel to the left (as far as it will go). How to start up the product ►...
  • Page 22: Cleaning, Inspection, Maintenance

    Cleaning, inspection, maintenance Cleaning, inspection, maintenance WARNING: Risk of contaminated drinking water if the work is not carried out properly. ● Risk of infectious diseases. ► Pay attention to hygiene when working on the product. Inspection and maintenance of a filter is prescribed in the DIN EN 806-5 standard. Regular maintenance ensures trouble-free, hygienic operation.
  • Page 23: Inspection

    Cleaning, inspection, maintenance Inspection According to DIN EN 806-5, the owner/user has to inspect the filters every 2 months. 1. Check the installation for leaks. 2. Open several water withdrawal points (generate max. flow rate). 3. Read the inlet and outlet pressure at pressure gauges. 4.
  • Page 24 Cleaning, inspection, maintenance ► Place the bucket under the filter (only for installations without drain connection). Item Designation Item Designation Filter element Brush Sieve bottom Suction nozzle bottom Backwash water outlet Suction nozzle actuated During the backwash process, filtered pure water is still available. 1.
  • Page 25 Cleaning, inspection, maintenance 6.4.2 Annual maintenance Carrying out annual maintenance work requires specialist knowledge. This maintenance work may only be performed by Grünbeck's technical service/authorised service company or by specialist installers trained by Grünbeck. In addition to the semi-annual maintenance, the following work needs to be done: 1.
  • Page 26 Cleaning, inspection, maintenance 8. Remove the filter element. 9. Check the filter element for impurities and damage. 10. Check the O-rings of the filter element (outside and inside) for wear. Depending on the filter size, different filter elements are combined. If one filter element is damaged, you can either replace one filter element or a complete set of filter elements.
  • Page 27 Cleaning, inspection, maintenance Closing the filter 1. Fit the O-rings to the filter elements. Slide the filter elements with the larger Ø pointing forward over the suction nozzle into the housing of the filter. 2. Position the sieve bottom between the pipe nozzle and the suction nozzle bottom. 3.
  • Page 28: Spare Parts

    Cleaning, inspection, maintenance Spare parts For spare parts and consumables please contact your local representative. You can find these on the Internet at www.gruenbeck.de/Service/Ersatzteilkatalog. According to DIN EN 13443 1, filter elements with 50 µm, 200 µm and 500 µm are not admissible for drinking water installations.
  • Page 29: Malfunction

    Malfunction Malfunction WARNING: Danger of contaminated drinking water due to stagnation. ● Risk of infectious diseases. ► Have malfunctions remedied immediately. ► If malfunctions cannot be remedied by the instructions given below, contact Grünbeck's technical service/authorised service company. ► Keep your equipment data (refer to chapter 1.7) ready. Fault rectification is only allowed to be carried out by a specialist installer.
  • Page 30 Malfunction Malfunction Explanation Remedy The backwash handwheel Mechanical blocking in the Check the filter for foreign cannot be operated or is backwash filter. particles and for damage at difficult to move. the built-in parts. Replace the brushes if necessary. Thread of the suction nozzle Check the thread of the worn.
  • Page 31: Disposal

    Disposal Disposal Comply with the applicable national regulations. Packaging Dispose of the packaging in an environmentally sound manner. Dispose of the filling material (foam) as non-recyclable waste. Product If this symbol (crossed-out wheelie bin) is on the product, this product or its electrical and electronic components must not be disposed of as household waste.
  • Page 32: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Technical specifications Dimensions and weights GENO backwash filter MX with screw connections Nominal connection diameter DN 25 DN 32 DN 40 DN 50 Connection diameter 1" 1¼" 1½" 2" Installation length without screw connection [mm] Installation length with screw connection [mm] ≥...
  • Page 33 Technical specifications Dimensions and weights GENO backwash filter MX with flange connection Nominal connection diameter DN 65 DN 80 DN 100 Installation length without counter- [mm] flanges PN 16 acc. to DIN ≥ 95 ≥ 105 ≥ 115 Distance to wall [mm] Installation height above centre of [mm]...
  • Page 34: Pressure Loss Curves

    Technical specifications Pressure loss curves Pressure loss curves of GENO backwash filter MX 1" and 1¼" Item Designation Item Designation Pressure differential [bar] Flow rate [m Pressure loss curves of GENO backwash filter MX 1½" and 2" Item Designation Item Designation Pressure differential [bar] Flow rate [m...
  • Page 35 Technical specifications Pressure loss curves of GENO backwash filter MX DN 65, DN 80 and DN 100 Item Designation Item Designation Pressure differential [bar] Flow rate [m Consumption data Backwash water volume at a water pressure of 3 bar and a backwash time of 1.5 min., approx.
  • Page 36: Operation Log

    Operation log Operation log Filter | GENO backwash filter MX ____________ Serial no.: ________________________________ 10.1 Start-up log Customer Name: Address: Installation/accessories Drain connection acc. to DIN EN 1717 Floor drain available Safety device Operating values Water pressure raw water inlet [bar] Water pressure downstream of [bar]...
  • Page 37: Maintenance

    Operation log 10.2 Maintenance Date Work performed Signature 37 | 40...
  • Page 38: Index

    Index Index Accessories ............... 13 Maintenance ..............21 Mount MX with flange connection........18 Mounting MX with screw connections........ 17 Backwash ................24 Backwash handwheel ........12, 21, 24, 25 Opening filter and checking it ..........25 Order number ..............2 O-ring ................
  • Page 40 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 www.gruenbeck.com to www.gruenbeck.com...

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