Summary of Contents for MELAG MELAdem 53 MELAdem 53 C
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Germany", we guarantee that these demands will be met. Our certified quality management system is subject to close monitoring: one instrument to this end is our annual multi-day audit conducted in accordance with ISO 13485. This guarantees that all MELAG products are manufactured and tested in accordance with strict quality criteria.
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General notes General notes Please read this user manual carefully before commissioning the mixed-bed resin cartridge. The user manual includes important safety information. The functionality and value-retention of this mixed-bed resin depends on the care accorded to it. Please store this user manual carefully and in close proximity to your mixed-bed resin cartridge. It represents a component of the product.
Water distributor for connecting further devices ......................17 Installing the water distributor ............................17 Installation example ............................... 18 Combination with other MELAG devices ........................19 Chapter 4 – Maintenance ......................20 Servicing intervals ................................. 20 Replacing the mixed-bed resin cartridge ........................20 Regenerating the exhausted mixed-bed resin cartridges....................
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Safety instructions Safety instructions When operating the mixed-bed resin cartridge, please observe the following safety instructions as well as those contained in subsequent chapters. Maintenance Use only original replacement parts for maintenance. Leaks The water intake is to be closed upon the discovery of leaks. Check all hoses and hose ...
Chapter 1 – Performance specifications Chapter 1 – Performance specifications Intended use This MELAdem 53/MELAdem 53 C mixed-bed resin cartridge works according to the ion exchange procedure and produces demineralized (de-ionised) water. This procedure requires tap water of drinking water quality. This ion exchanger does not provide low-germ water. The MELAdem 53/MELAdem 53 C can be used to supply feeding water to washer-disinfectors and small steam sterilizers.
Chapter 2 – Device description Chapter 2 – Device description Scope of delivery Please check the scope of delivery before connecting the product. Standard scope of delivery 2x Mixed-bed resin cartridge User Manual Connecting bend with bleed valve for the DI water connection ...
Chapter 2 – Device description Views of the device Fig. 1: Views of the device MELAdem 53 (identical for MELAdem 53 C) (1) Polypropylene head-ring (2) Label for serial number and practice address (3) Stainless steel mixed-bed resin cartridge (4) Polypropylene foot ring (5) Connection to the cold water pipe of the local drinking water supply (cold water IN) (6) Ventilation screw (7) Screw connection opening...
Chapter 3 – Commissioning Chapter 3 – Commissioning Removing from the packaging Remove the two mixed-bed resin cartridges included in the scope of delivery from the packaging. Store one of the two mixed-bed resin cartridges included in the scope of delivery as a reserve in accordance with the storage conditions, see Transport and storage [page 22].
PLEASE NOTE To prevent water damage, we recommend the use of a leak water detector e.g. the MELAG water stop (art. no. 01056).
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Chapter 3 – Commissioning Connection to the cold water supply The water flow pressure of the on-site tap should be a minimum of 1.5 bar and may not exceed 10 bar. Alternative connection 1 If a separate water connection (nominal width DN15 with 1/2" collar) is present or will be installed, a water tap with a back-flow preventer and a pipe aerator is installed.
Chapter 3 – Commissioning Connecting MELAdem 53/MELAdem 53 C Unscrew the yellow caps from the connection fitting before connecting the hoses. PLEASE NOTE The yellow caps must be retained to seal the connection fitting during transport e.g. when replacing the exhausted mixed-bed resin cartridge. Fasten the caps in the sealable bag (included in the scope of delivery) to the head-ring of the mixed-bed resin cartridge using the cable ties (see Fig.
Chapter 3 – Commissioning (6) Connection bend for DI water connection (OUT) (7) Bleed valve for decompression of the mixed-bed resin cartridge (8) Connection of the DI water inflow hose of the washer-disinfector / steam sterilizer Proceed as follows to connect the mixed-bed resin cartridge (see Fig.
Chapter 3 – Commissioning Installation example Example 1 – MELAtherm 10 with MELAdem 53 C Fig. 8: Installation example 1with MELAtherm 10 and the MELAdem 53 C (1) Safety combination HD consisting of a backflow preventer and a pipe aerator in accordance with EN 1717 (2) Bleed valve for decompression of the DI cartridge (3) DI water inflow hose of the MELAtherm 10...
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Chapter 3 – Commissioning Example 2 – MELAtherm 10 with the MELAdem 53 and MELAjet Fig. 9: Installation example 2 with MELAtherm 10, MELAdem 53 and MELAjet Safety combination HD consisting of a backflow preventer and a pipe aerator in accordance with EN 1717 MELAjet spray pistol Water branch for feed water supply (art.
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When using a Cliniklav 25, the mixed-bed resin cartridge must be connected to the steam sterilizer reservoir. Other MELAG steam sterilizers (with a permanent water supply) can be connected as well. MELAdem 53 C can be connected as well. Please observe the fitting height of the safety combination HD, see example 1.
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(11) Steam sterilizer feed water connection (12) One-way discharge Other MELAG steam sterilizers (stand-alone) can be connected as well using a separate connection set. MELAdem 53 C can be connected as well. Please observe the fitting height of the safety combination HD, see example 1.
Chapter 3 – Commissioning Water distributor for connecting further devices MELAG recommends the MELAG water distributor for the connection of further devices (art. no. 69005). The water distributor is connected to the output side of the mixed-bed resin cartridge on the connecting bend (see Fig.
(13) Water distributor (art. no. 69005) (14) Steam sterilizer feed water connection (MELAquick 12+) Other MELAG steam sterilizers (stand-alone) can be connected as well using a separate connection set. Please observe the fitting height of the safety combination HD, see example 1.
Mixed-bed resin cartridge Replacing the mixed-bed resin cartridge MELAG devices check the conductivity of the DI water and issue a warning if the water quality is bad. When connecting other devices (e.g. those from other manufacturers) not equipped with internal conductivity measuring, the conductivity should be checked regularly using an external monitor.
Fig. 17: Aligning the serial number Retain the MELAG transport packaging (one folded box, two foam inserts) in a safe and dry location. These are required when returning the mixed-bed resin cartridge for regeneration. You will find the regeneration form in the download area of the MELAG website.
Maintenance [page 20]. Retain the yellow caps for transport purposes. Please use exclusively MELAG transport packaging for its transport. Store and transport the mixed-bed resin cartridge in a temperature of between 2-20 °C. If stored in a cool (max. 20 °C) and dry atmosphere, the mixed-bed resin cartridge can be stored for at ...
Technical data Technical data Model name MELAdem 53 MELAdem 53 C Dimensions (D x H) 24 cm x 57 cm (approx. 61.5 cm 24 cm x 45 cm (approx. 49 cm incl. connecting bend) incl. connecting bend) Weight (with mixed resin) 18 kg (per mixed-bed resin 14 kg (per mixed-bed resin cartridge)
Appendix A – Accessories Appendix A – Accessories Optional accessories Figure Art. no. MELAG water stop valve 01056 MELAjet spray pistol 27300 PE hose, black, Ø 6 mm, running metre 28820 Water branch for feed water connection 37241 Tap with back-flow preventer and pipe aerator...
Appendix B – Spare parts Appendix B – Spare parts Spare parts Figure Art. no. Open-end wrench SW30 for MELAdem 53/ 15530 MELAdem 53 C Water inflow hose EN 1717, 2.5 m 24930 Water inflow hose MELAdem 53/MELAdem 53 C, 0.8 m 24932 Rubber seal, 2 mm, black 52400...
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MELAG Medizintechnik GmbH & Co. KG Geneststraße 6-10 10829 Berlin Germany E-mail: info@melag.de Web: www.melag.com Original instructions Responsible for content: MELAG Medizintechnik GmbH & Co. KG We reserve the right to technical alterations Your stockist...
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