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ROTORFLUSH SELF-CLEANING INTAKE
FILTERS & SCREENS
USE AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Models: RF600-200LW, RF600-300LW, RF600-400LW
RF600-500LW, RF600-600LW, RF600-700LW
RF600-800LW, RF600-900LW, RF600-1000LW
TO BE KEPT BY THE USER
Rotorflush Filters Ltd, Langmoor Manor, Charmouth, Dorset, DT6 6BU, UK
www.rotorflush.com
Tel 0044 (0) 1297 560229 Fax 0044 (00 1297 560110
Email:
mail@rotorflush.com
Company registration: 07472511 VAT No.: 675804603
RF600LW Instruction Manual All Models V3.0.docx
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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Models: RF600-200LW, RF600-300LW, RF600-400LW RF600-500LW, RF600-600LW, RF600-700LW RF600-800LW, RF600-900LW, RF600-1000LW TO BE KEPT BY THE USER Rotorflush Filters Ltd, Langmoor Manor, Charmouth, Dorset, DT6 6BU, UK www.rotorflush.com Tel 0044 (0) 1297 560229 Fax 0044 (00 1297 560110 Email: mail@rotorflush.com Company registration: 07472511 VAT No.: 675804603...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TROUBLESHOOTING ...................... 16 WASTE DISPOSAL ......................16 Warranty ........................17 I. Supply of spare parts......................17 II. Return of Filter to Rotorflush Filters Ltd................17 NOTES ........................... 18 RF600LW Instruction Manual All Models V3.0.docx Page 2 of 18... -
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 RF600LW Instruction Manual All Models V3.0.docx... -
Page 4: General Safety Warnings
II. Significant Protection and Precautions Rotorflush Filters are designed so that all moving parts are shrouded 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
8” (DN 200 PN16). Other sizes can be specified ahead of manufacture. Rotorflush Filters are used for handling 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 Approx. Approx Diameter mm Diameter mm Diameter mm Height mm Height mm RF600-200LW RF600-300LW RF600-400LW RF600-500LW RF600-600LW 1055 RF600-700LW 1155 RF600-800LW 1255 RF600-900LW 1355 RF600-1000LW 1000 RF600LW Instruction Manual All Models V3.0.docx... -
Page 7: Size And Capacity
Backwash Weight Model screen Flow Rate m Flow Rate (net of backwash) Pressure Area cm (net of backwash) /hr @ 0.1 m sec (Dry) RF600-200LW 3,770 0.4 bar RF600-300LW 5,655 13.5 0.4 bar RF600-400LW 7,540 0.4 bar RF600-500LW 9,425 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 RF600LW Instruction Manual All Models V3.0.docx Page 9 of 18... -
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 is 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 bars If the system pressure will be greater than 0.6 bars when the pump is running, close the valve on the backwash pipe so that no water is delivered to the backwash pipe. -
Page 13: Tightening The Woven Mesh
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPLACE THE FILTER MESH Should the mesh ever need to be replaced or repaired the filters must be returned to Rotorflush Filters Ltd NB: loosen each nut and it's opposite in turn and likewise when tensioning. -
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: 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 16: 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 the pump’s Solids levels in the water too high output. Where there is water flowing past the filter, reduce the pump’s output. -
Page 17: 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 18: Notes
14. NOTES RF600LW Instruction Manual All Models V3.0.docx Page 18 of 18...
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