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ROTORFLUSH SELF-CLEANING INTAKE
FILTERS & SCREENS
USE AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Models: RF800-200LW, RF800-300LW, RF800-400LW
RF800-500LW, RF800-600LW, RF800-700LW
RF800-800LW, RF800-900LW
TO BE KEPT BY THE USER
Rotorflush Filters Ltd, Langmoor Manor, Charmouth, Dorset, DT6 6BU, UK
Tel 0044 (0) 1297 560229 Fax 0044 (00 1297 560110
Email:
mail@Rotorflush.com
www.Rotorflush.com
Company registration: 07472511 VAT No.: 675804603
RF800LW Instruction Manual v3.0
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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Models: RF800-200LW, RF800-300LW, RF800-400LW RF800-500LW, RF800-600LW, RF800-700LW RF800-800LW, RF800-900LW TO BE KEPT BY THE USER Rotorflush Filters Ltd, Langmoor Manor, Charmouth, Dorset, DT6 6BU, UK Tel 0044 (0) 1297 560229 Fax 0044 (00 1297 560110 Email: mail@Rotorflush.com www.Rotorflush.com Company registration: 07472511 VAT No.: 675804603...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................17 WASTE DISPOSAL ....................... 17 WARRANTY ........................18 I. Supply of spare parts......................18 II. Return of Filter to Rotorflush Filters Ltd................18 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ..................18 NOTES ..........................19 RF800LW Instruction Manual v3.0 Page 2 of 19... -
Page 3: Manufacturer And Product Identification Data
Rotorflush Filter. Follow the advice given to ensure correct operation and optimum performance of the Filter. For any other information, please contact Rotorflush Filters Ltd. THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND ILLUSTRATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO COPYRIGHT AND MUST NOT BE COPIED IN WHOLE OR IN PART RF800LW Instruction Manual v3.0... -
Page 4: General Safety Warnings
II. Significant Protection and Precautions Rotorflush Filters are designed so that all moving parts are covered by protective casings. Rotorflush Filter Ltd declines all responsibility in the event of injury or damage caused as a result of tampering with these devices. -
Page 5: Description
Flange size is 10” (DN 250 PN16). Other sizes can be specified ahead of manufacture. Rotorflush Filters are used for screening water containing low levels of suspended solids, such as those found in rivers and sea water (316 version). Unwanted solids are repelled from the Filter Screen by internal rotating cleaning jets keeping the mesh clear. -
Page 6: Dimensions And Characteristics
Figure 2 H1 Total H2 Mesh D1 Total D2 Mesh D3 Flange Model Height approx. Height approx. Diameter mm Diameter mm Diameter mm RF800-200LW RF800-300LW RF800-400LW RF800-500LW RF800-600LW RF800-700LW 1075 RF800-800LW 1175 RF800-900LW 1275 Dimensions of RF800-900LW with optional stand fitted RF800LW Instruction Manual v3.0... -
Page 7: Mesh Size, Capacity And Weight
Backwash Approx Backwash Model Screen of backwash) of backwash) Flow Rate Weight Pressure Area cm /hr @ 0.2 m /hr @ 0.1 m RF800-200LW 5,027 0.4 bar RF800-300LW 7,540 13.5 0.4 bar RF800-400LW 10,053 0.4 bar RF800-500LW 12,566 22.5 0.4 bar... -
Page 8: Intended And Unintended Use
TO PERSONS OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT OR PROPERTY AND/OR TO THE FILTER, THEREBY RENDERING THE GUARANTEE INVALID. I. Intended Conditions of Use Rotorflush Filters are suitable for Filtering water with low levels of suspended solids; Oily/fatty/sticky solids will reduce Filter performance. II. Unintended Conditions of Use Rotorflush Filters should not be installed in swimming pools and similar environments. -
Page 9: Installation
8. INSTALLATION BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY INSTALLATION OPERATIONS: Ensure that all relevant safety procedures are observed. Particular care should be taken when moving the Filter. The Filter is heavy and only persons experienced and suitably qualified must attempt installation. Features and Operation Figure 3 RF800LW Instruction Manual v3.0 Page 9 of 19... -
Page 10: Siting The Filter In The Environment
II. Siting the Filter in the environment The Filter can be sited in tanks, ponds/lagoons, rivers/streams and channels/flumes and seawater (316 Stainless Steel version) where it must be immersed in water. It is very important that the detritus backwashed from the Filter has sufficient space to move away from the Filter. -
Page 11: Mounting
III. Mounting Lifting Eyes allow the Filter to be lifted vertically. With solid steel piping the Filter can be secured vertically by the top Flange. When using flexible piping the Filter can be rested on a stand so that the Filter base is not resting on the bed or in silt. -
Page 12: Preparation For Use And Start Up
9. PREPARATION FOR USE AND START UP Fill the pipe from the pump intake to the Filter with water and prime your main pump. Check that it is safe to start the pump. Systems pressure greater than 0.6 bar If the system pressure is greater than 0.6 bar when the pump is running, close the valve on the backwash pipe so that no water is delivered to the backwash pipe. -
Page 13: Check Rotation Of Backwash Rotor
I. Check rotation of Backwash Rotor If the water is clear enough you may be able to see the Backwash Jets in operation. The Rotor rotates clockwise when viewed from above at approximately 20 RPM. A Jet will pass a fixed vertical line on the screen approximately every 3 seconds. -
Page 14: Replacement Of Rubber Jets
4 years. The Filter system will need to be removed from the water. *Replacement Jet sets are available from Rotorflush Filters Ltd. Pay particular attention to the distance from the Jets to the Filter Mesh. Note also the direction the Jet Clips are facing as this is critical for ensuring that the Backwash Rotor rotates in the correct direction (clockwise when viewed from above). - Page 15 3) Put the Jubilee Clip onto the 50mm pipe and then push the new Rubber Jet onto the pipe. NB: the Jet Shaping Clip in the end of the Rubber Jet must be positioned as shown in Fig 4 Figure 4 There should be a gap of 10-12mm (critical dimension) between...
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Page 16: Bearing Replacement (See Fig 4 For Parts Identification)
V. Bearing replacement (see fig 4 for parts identification) There are Acetal bearings in both ends of the central Rotor tube. *Bearing sets are supplied by Rotorflush Filters Ltd. Remove the self-tapping screws that hold the bearings in place. Insert a long rod through the hole in the Top Acetal Bearing and tap the Bottom Bearing out. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
11. TROUBLESHOOTING FAULT CAUSE REMEDY If in a tank or pond with no flow, drain the tank or pond and re-fill. If solid levels persistently high reduce Solids levels in the water too high the pump’s output. Where there is water flowing past the Filter, reduce the pump’s output. -
Page 18: Warranty
II. Return of Filter to Rotorflush Filters Ltd. If within the warranty period the customer returns the Filter(s), to Rotorflush Filters Ltd then Rotorflush will undertake repairs without charge. Rotorflush will deliver the repaired Filter without charge within the warranty period to mainland UK addresses only. -
Page 19: Notes
15. NOTES RF800LW Instruction Manual v3.0 Page 19 of 19...
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