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1.2 Product Range This Operator's Manual has been prepared for the following PURELAB Flex product models: ● PURELAB Flex 1 (Optional Purification Pack) ● PURELAB Flex 2 (Purification Pack + UV + TOC) 1.3 Use of this Manual This manual guides you through the basic operation of the PURELAB Flex allowing you to obtain a guaranteed supply of purified water to meet your requirements.
WARNING! WARNINGS ARE GIVEN WHERE FAILING TO OBSERVE THE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR FATALITY! CAUTION! Cautions are given where failure to observe the instructions could result in damage to the equipment, associated equipment and processes. WARNING! THINK BEFORE LIFTING! CONSIDER CORRECT LIFTING TECHNIQUES TO AVOID INJURY! 3.1 Environment The system should be installed on a flat, level surface, in a clean, dry environment.
Fig 2 Slot handset into the cradle as shown above PURELAB Flex 1 & 2 use pre-treated water Refer to Section 10, page 17 “Technical Specifications” for Feedwater Specifications Remove the transit plug from the water inlet connection (fig 1)
5. HOW TO USE YOUR FLEX 1&2 CONTINUOUS DISPENSE: MANUAL DISPENSE: PRESS and hold dispense PRESS and hold dispense button, To stop continuous dispense, PRESS button and accept button. release to stop dispensing. dispense button AUTO VOLUME: PRESS the “Auto Volume” CHOOSE the desired PRESS the dispense PRESS the “Auto...
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5. HOW TO USE YOUR FLEX 1&2 ACCESS MENU: ENSURE “Auto Volume” is OFF PRESS and hold accept button for 2 seconds DATA CAPTURE: ENSURE “Auto Volume” is OFF FOLLOW on screen instructions. Make sure USB is formatted to FAT32 PURELAB FLEX MANU41741 Ver 1 - 01/24...
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Profile Dispense Step 1 - Profile Dispense Initialisation ● ACCESS “Main Menu” by pressing and holding the “accept” button for approximately 2 seconds ● SCROLL using the “down” button and highlight “Set Volumetric Dispense mode”, press “Accept” ● Highlight “Profile Dispense”, press “Accept” ●...
CONSUMABLES Part No. Description Typical Service Life* Max. Shelf Life LC208 Purification Pack 12 months* 2 years LC209 Sanitization Pack Not Applicable 2 years LC210 185/254nm UV Lamp 12-18 months 2 years 0.2µm Microfilter - LC145 90 Days 2 years Point-of-Use LC197 Biofilter - Point-of-Use...
7. HOW TO REGISTER YOUR PURELAB FLEX Taking the time now to register your Flex will mean that we can provide a better service to you in the future. We can contact you about product information and service updates. Why Register your product? •...
8. MAINTENANCE An approved supplier or distributor should carry out any maintenance work not included in this manual. Note: Disposal of all end-of-life consumable items should be in accordance with local statutory regulations. Replacing Ultraviolet lamp (LC210) The Ultraviolet (UV) lamp should be replaced when; ●...
Step 3 - Replace the UV Lamp ● UNPACK new UV lamp, wipe the glass of the UV with an alcohol wipe. CAUTION! Take care not to touch the surface of the glass. Ideally wear gloves, handle with soft cloth and wipe the surface with alcohol before fitting into the housing ●...
8.3 Replacing Point-of-Use Filters Details of how to install point-of-use filters are supplied with each filter. 8.4 Replacing the DI Pack Refer to Page 8, Step 3 for further details Step 1 ● TURN off water supply ● TURN on the Unit ●...
9. SELF HELP GUIDELINES This section covers some of the issues that could occur with your PURELAB FLEX, and provides the troubleshooting steps to help you to resolve an issue yourself. When troubleshooting doesn’t resolve your issue, please call your local ELGA LabWater representative (See “Useful Contact Details”...
10. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 10.1 FEEDWATER PURELAB Flex 2 PURELAB Flex 1 Model PURELAB Flex 1 (with UV, Purification (with Purification Pack) Pack and TOC) Originally from potable supply, then pre treated. Preferably reverse osmosis (RO) or filtered service Source deionization (SDI) or distilled.
100-240V ac, 50-60 Hz System control voltage 24 V dc (not including pumps and UV) Power consumption (peak demand) 120 VA 10.7 PRODUCT WATER SPECIFICATION PURELAB Flex 1 PURELAB Flex 2 Model PURELAB Flex 1 (with Purification (with UV,Purification Pack Pack)
11. USEFUL CONTACT INFORMATION ELGA LabWater Lane End Business Park, Lane End, High Wycombe HP14 3BY Tel: +44 (0) 203 567 7300 Fax: +44 (0) 203 567 7305 E-mail: info@elgalabwater.com For any technical queries please contact techsupport@elgalabwater.com For the address of the nearest ELGA LabWater Sales and Service office visit the country list on our website. http://www.elgalabwater.com Or contact ELGA LabWater at the number above.
12.1 General Limited Warranty VWS (UK) Ltd warrants the products manufactured by it against defects in materials and workmanship when used in accordance with applicable instructions for a period of one year from the date of shipment for the products. VWS (UK) LTD MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. THERE IS NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
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This product is produced by ELGA Veolia® for ELGA Veolia®, a global laboratory water brand name of Veolia Water. The information contained in this document is the property of VWS (UK) LTD and is supplied without liability for errors or omissions.
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