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Uniclean 710/720 User Manual Modular Control and Cleaning System Read before installation. Keep for future use. www.knick-international.com...
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Uniclean 710/720 Supplemental Directives READ AND SAVE THIS DOCUMENT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO AS- SEMBLE, INSTALL, OPERATE OR MAINTAIN THE PRODUCT, PLEASE ENSURE A COMPLETE UNDERSTANDING OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND RISKS DESCRIBED HEREIN. ALWAYS OBSERVE ALL SAFETY INFORMATION. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS DOCUMENT COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
If you have any questions, please contact Knick Elektronische Messgeräte GmbH & Co. KG (hereinafter sometimes referred to as “Knick”) using the information provided on the back page of this docu- ment.
Uniclean 710/720 1.3 Residual Risks The product has been developed and manufactured in accordance with generally accepted safety rules and regulations, as well as an internal risk assessment. Despite the foregoing, the product may among others bear the following risks:...
Further information can be found at www.knick-international.com. 1.7 Safety Training Upon request, Knick Elektronische Messgeräte GmbH & Co. KG will provide safety brief- ings and product training during initial commissioning of the product. More informa- tion is available from the relevant local contacts.
Uniclean 710/720 2 Product 2.1 Package Contents • EPC700 Base Plate • User Manual 2.2 Product Identification The different versions of the EPC710/720 are encoded in a model designation. The model designation is stated on the nameplate, the delivery note, and the product packaging.
Attaching the CE marking to the product means that the product satisfies the applica- ble requirements specified in the European Union harmonization legislation. The symbol on Knick products means that the waste devices must be disposed of separately from unsorted municipal waste.
Uniclean 710/720 2.5 Design of the Control and Cleaning System The figure shows an example installation of the EPC720 Control and Cleaning System. 1 EPC720 Control and Cleaning System 4 ZU1182 connector for rinsing media 2 Industrial transmitter, e.g., Stratos Multi 5 EPC700 Media Hose 3 Retractable fitting, e.g., WA131...
Uniclean 710/720 2.5.1 Design The EPC710/720 Control and Cleaning System is a modular system. The combination of different valves meets the specific requirements of a measuring point. ➜ Function, p. 13 EPC710 EPC720 As supplied, the system consists of a base plate with pre-installed screws. On the base...
Uniclean 710/720 1 Compressed air distributor 6 EPC700 Air 5/2-Way Valve (max. 3 connections) 2 Wall mount 7 EPC700 Module A 3 Base plate 8 EPC700 Valve Connection Box 4 EPC700 Water 2/2-Way Valve 9 EPC700 Media Hose 5 EPC700 Air 2/2-Way Valve 2.5.2 Function...
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Uniclean 710/720 Fitting Valve Functions ARD75 immersion fitting Move to PROCESS and SERVICE sensor adapter with lock- positions gate function EPC700 Air 5/2‑Way Valve Pneumatic EPC700 Water 4/2‑Way Valve Water-hydraulic EPC700 Water 2/2‑Way Valve Cleaning with water EPC700 Air 2/2‑Way Valve Purging with air EPC700 Air 3/2‑Way Valve Cleaning with cleaner WA111 retractable fitting Move to PROCESS and SERVICE positions EPC700 Air 5/2‑Way Valve...
Uniclean 710/720 2.5.3 ZU1182 Connector for Rinsing Media When cleaning the retractable fitting’s rinsing chamber with two rinsing media, the connection hoses must first be bundled in the connector for rinsing media. Check valves are located at each connector input to prevent the backflow of media.
Uniclean 710/720 3 Installation 3.1 General Installation Instructions • The EPC710/720 control and cleaning system can be installed on a wall or pipe. • The mounting location must have sufficient strength and be vibration-free. • If installing outdoors, pay attention to the ambient temperature.
Uniclean 710/720 3.3 Pipe Mounting Note: Accessory ZU0601 is designed for a pipe diameter of 30 … 65 mm (1.18 … 2.56″). Check the EPC710/720 for damage. Fasten accessory ZU0601 pipe-mount kit (3) to the rear of the housing. Remove the screws (4) washers (5) from accessory ZU0601 pipe-mount kit (3).
Uniclean 710/720 4 Commissioning WARNING! In the event of damage or improper installation, process medium may escape from the fitting, potentially releasing hazardous substances. Adhere to the safety instructions. Check the EPC710/720 Control and Cleaning System to make sure it is complete and undamaged.
Uniclean 710/720 5 Operation The EPC710/720 Control and Cleaning System is controlled, for example, by an industrial transmitter such as the Stratos Multi. For the user-defined control of program flows (move sensor into the process, move sensor out of the process, cleaning), a user-defined relay contact must be available per valve.
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Uniclean 710/720 Extension of the Cleaning Time Longer cleaning is achieved by pulsing the relay contact no later than 25 seconds after the relay contact opens. Multiple extensions of the cleaning time (by approximately 30 seconds each) are possible. Relay contact Closed (e.g., transmitter)
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Uniclean 710/720 Interrupting Cleaning Closing the switch contact for longer than 2 seconds interrupts cleaning. The sensor is moved to the process position. Relay contact Closed (e.g., transmitter) Open Time Cleaning (“Cleaning” connection) Time Retractable fitting PROCESS position (“Probe” connection)
Further information can be found at www.knick-international.com. The stated intervals are general recommendations based on Knick’s experience. The actual intervals are dependent on the specific application for which the EPC710/720 is used. Availability dependent on the ordered version Product Code, p.
Uniclean 710/720 7 Troubleshooting Malfunction State Possible Cause Remedy Fitting does not No compressed air supply. Install and connect the compressed air move. supply. Compressed Air Supply Installation, p. 17 ➜ PROCESS and SERVICE position Replace the compressed air hoses; see...
Details on the return and environmentally friendly disposal of electrical and electronic equipment can be found in the manufacturer’s declaration on our website. If you have any queries, suggestions, or questions regarding the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment from Knick, please send an email to support@knick.de ➜...
Uniclean 710/720 9 Spare Parts and Accessories 9.1 Accessories ZU0601 Pipe-Mount Kit For installation of the EPC710/720 on a horizontal or vertical pipe. ZU0741 Chemical Pump Note: Supplementary external valve kit required. The chemical pump is used for pumping cleaners not compatible with the standard PP and EPDM or Viton pump.
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Uniclean 710/720 ZU0876 Valve for Chemical Cleaners Accessory ZU0876 is a valve and enables the control of chemical cleaners (diluted acids or bases) for cleaning sensors in fittings. ZU1182 Connector for Rinsing Media Accessory ZU1182 brings the hoses of two rinsing media together...
Uniclean 710/720 11 Specifications Compressed Air Supply Quality of compressed air Quality class 7:2:4, free of aggressive constituents according to ISO 8573‑1:2010 Operating pressure Max. 10 bar (max. 145 psi) Connection G¼″ female thread Water Supply Water quality Filtered, 100 µm Operating pressure 0.5 … 16 bar (7.3 … 232 psi) Temperature 5 … 80 °C (41 … 176 °F)
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Uniclean 710/720 Conformity EN IEC 61326-1 Immunity to interference Industrial applications Emitted interference Class A (industrial applications) This equipment is not designed for domestic use, and is unable to guarantee adequate protection of the radio reception in such environments. RoHS conformity Acc. to EU directive 2011/65/EU...
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Knick Elektronische Messgeräte GmbH & Co. KG Beuckestraße 22 14163 Berlin Germany Phone: +49 30 80191-0 Fax: +49 30 80191-200 info@knick.de www.knick-international.com Translation of the original instructions Copyright 2024 • Subject to change Version 1 • This document was published on January 15, 2024.
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