Calpeda Easymat, IMAT Operating Instructions Manual

Cold Water Booster Sets

Easymat & IMAT

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 2 English

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THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL IS THE PROPERTY
OF CALPEDA S.P.A. ANY REPRODUCTION,
EVEN IF PARTIAL, IS FORBIDDEN

1. GENERAL INFORMATION

Before using the product carefully read the
information contained in this instruction manual, the
manual should be kept for future reference. English
is the original language of this instruction manual,
this language is the reference language in case of
discrepancies in the translations.
This manual is part of the essential safety
requirement and must be retained until the product

is nally decommissioned. The customer, in case

of loss, can request a copy of the manual by
contacting Calpeda Ltd or their agent, specifying
the type of product data shown on the label of
the machine (see 2.3 Marking) Any changes,

alterations or modications made to the product or

part of it, not authorized by the manufacturer, will
revoke the “CE declaration” and warranty.

This appliance should not be operated
by children younger than 8 years,
people with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capacities, or inexperienced
people who are not familiar with the
product, unless they are given close
supervision or instructions on how to
use it safely and are made aware by a
responsible person of the dangers its
use might entail.
Children must not play with the
appliance.
It is the user's responsibility to clean
and maintain the appliance. Children
should never clean or maintain it
unless they are given supervision.
Do not use in ponds, tanks or
swimming pools or where people may

enter or come into contact with the
water.
Read carefully the installation
section which sets forth:

- The maximum permissible
structural working pressure
(chapter 3.1).

- The type and section of the
power cable (chapter 6.5).

- The type of electrical protection
to be installed (chapter 6.5).

1.1. Symbols

To improve the understanding of the manual, below
are indicated the symbols used with the related
meaning.

Information and warnings that must be

observed, otherwise there is a risk that the
machine could damage or compromise
personnel safety.

The failure to observe electrical information

and warnings, could damage the machine or
compromise personnel safety.

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Notes and warnings for the correct

management of the machine and its parts.

Operations that could be performed by

the nal user. After carefully reading of the

instructions, is responsible for maintenance
under normal conditions. They are
authorized to affect standard maintenance
operations.

Operations that must be performed by a

qualied electrician. Specialized technician

authorised to affect all electrical operations
including maintenance. They are able
to operate with in the presence of high
voltages.

Operations that must be done performed by a

qualied technician. Specialized technician

able to install the device, under normal
conditions, working during “maintenance”,
and allowed to do electrical and mechanical
interventions for maintenance. They must
be capable of executing simple electrical
and mechanical operations related to the
maintenance of the device.

Indicates that it is mandatory to use

individual protection devices.

OFF

Operations that must be done with the

device switched off and disconnected from
the power supply.

ON

Operations that must be done with the

device switched on.

SUMMARY

1. GENERAL INFORMATION ........................2

2. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION ......................3

3. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS ............3

4. SAFETY......................................................4

5. TRANSPORT AND HANDLING .................4

6. INSTALLATION ..........................................4

7. STARTUP AND OPERATION ..................... 6

8. MAINTENANCE .........................................7

9. DISPOSAL ..................................................7

ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM ....................................8

Declaration of conformity .................................. 12

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1.2. Manufacturer name and address

Manufacturer’s name: Calpeda Ltd

Address: 6-8 Wedgwood Rd Ind Est
Bicester OX26 4UL, UK
www.calpeda.co.uk

1.3. Authorized operators

The product is for qualied operators upon nal

users and specialized technicians. (see above).

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It’s forbidden for the nal user to do any

operation reserved only for the authorized

technicians. The manufacturer isn’t

responsible for the related damage done by
missing this prohibition.

1.4. Warranty

Warranty covers all defects within the booster set
resulting from faulty workmanship and/or materials
for a period of two years from the date of installation
or 30 months from the date of dispatch from our
production centre, whichever is the shorter.

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The warranty covers the replacement or

repair of the faulty parts and labour to do so.
It does not cover any secondary loss, costs
associated with the removal, returning or

retting of the set.

Under no circumstances should the faulty
equipment be dismantled. Failure to comply could
invalidate the warranty.
The warranty may be lost in these cases:

- Whenever the use of this product is different from
its intended use described in this manual.

- Defects arising from incorrect installation and/or
operation.

- In case of modications or customizations made

without the authorization of the manufacturer.

- In case of technical assistance operations made
by non-authorized personnel.

- In case of missing maintenance (described in this
manual).

1.5. Technical assistance

Any further information on documents, service
assistance, and device parts, please contact:
Calpeda Ltd
6-8 Wedgwood Rd Ind Est,
Bicester OX26 4UL, UK
T:[phone] F: [phone]
E: [e-mail]
W: www.calpeda.co.uk

2. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

Constant pressure booster sets with built-in
frequency converter made with multiple pumps,
ball valve, non-return valve and pressure gauge on
discharge side, ball valve on suction side.
EASYMAT – Domestic and Commercial use
I-MAT – Domestic, commercial and industrial

2.1. Intended use

For clean liquids: non-explosive and non-ammable,

non-hazardous for health or the environment, non

aggressive for booster set materials, not containing

abrasives, solid or brous particles.

Liquid temperature from 0 °C to + 40 °C in line with
the regulation.

2.2. Expected improper use

The device is designed and manufactured
exclusively for the purpose described in sec. 2.1.

Improper use of the device is forbidden, as

is use under conditions other than those
indicated in these instructions.

Booster sets must not be used in hazardous

areas as they could cause an explosion if

there is the danger of ignition by a ame

path.
It will be not accepted liability for the use of our
sets with liquids which could be construed as being
hazardous to health either by touch, ingestion, or
inhalation of fumes or gases given off by the liquid.
Calpeda cannot be held responsible for failures
or injuries related to the inobservance of the
restrictions described.

2.3. Marking

The following picture is a copy of the name-plate.

1) Type

2) Working pressure

3) Total power

4) Control panel

5) Weight

6) Certications

7) Serial number

3. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Dimensions and weight (see technical catalogue).
Protection IP54 (depending on pump model)
Supply voltage / Frequency:
EASYMAT 230 V1~50 Hz
I-MAT 400V3~50 Hz
Sound pressure: refer to individual pump data
Maximum permissible pressure: up to 10 bar
depending on model.

3.1. Operating conditions

The product works properly only if the followings
conditions are respected.
Floating voltage rate: +/-10% max
Floating frequency rate: +/- 4% max
Ambient temperature: up to 40°C
Relative Humidity: up to 90% without condensing
Altitude: Below 1000 m inside a building.

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Booster sets must be used in conjunction

with a cold water storage tank and must not

be connected direct to mains in-line with

water byelaw regulations.

3.2. Product overview

The booster set is generally made of:

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1 or more pumps
suction manifold (from 2 pumps)
interception valve on suction for each pump
no-return valve on suction for each pump
interception valve on delivery 1 for each pump
delivery manifold (from 2 pumps).
frequency converters (according with the model)
electrical panel
one or more pressure vessels with relevant
accessories.

4. SAFETY

4.1. General behavior standards

Before using the product it is necessary

to acknowledge all the information about
safety.

Carefully read all operating instructions and the

indications dened for the different steps: from

transportation to disposal.
The specialized technicians must carefully comply
with all applicable standards and laws, including
local regulations of the country where the pump is
sold. The device has been built in conformity with
the current safety laws. The improper use could
damage people, animals and objects.
The manufacturer declines any liability in the event
of damage due to improper use or use under
conditions other than those indicated on the name­plate and in these instructions.

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Follow the routine maintenance schedules

and the promptly replace damaged parts,
this will allows the device to work in the
best conditions. Use only original spare
parts provided from Calpeda or from an
authorized distributor.

Don’t remove or change the labels placed

on the device. Do not start the device in
case of defects or damaged parts.

Maintenance operations, requiring full or

partial disassembly of the device, must
be done only after disconnection from the
supply.

All the power terminals and other terminals

must be inaccessible after installation is
completed.

4.2. Residual risks

The device, for its design and designation (in
accordance to intended use and safety standard),
has no residual risks.

4.3. Safety icons and information

Please refer to all product manuals supplied in the
pack.

5. TRANSPORT AND HANDLING

During transport do not stack heavy objects on it.
Make sure that during transport the vehicle that is
used, is big enough for the total dimension of the
package.
The vehicles used must be suited for the dimensions
and weights of the chosen device.

5.1. Handling

The booster sets are supplied from factory

mounted on a pallet base suitable for

handling with forklift equipment.
The weight of the booster set may require the use
of specialist lifting equipment in order that it can
be handled safely. During lift or manoeuvre of the
equipment never use the set pipe-work, vessels or

ttings as a lifting point.

5.2. Site storage

It is advised that once the set has been delivered
it must be placed immediately in a dry, frost and
dust free
area and secured from interference.

6. INSTALLATION

6.1. Ambient requirements and installation site

dimensions

The customer has to prepare the installation site in
order to guarantee the right installation and in order
to

fulll the device requirements (electrical supply,

etc...).
The place where the device will be installed must

fulll

the requirements in the paragraph 3.2. It's
absolutely forbidden to install the machine in an
environment with potentially explosive atmosphere.

6.2. Unpacking

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Inspect the device in order to check any

damages which may have occurred during

transportation.
Package material, once removed, must be
discarded/recycled according to local laws of the
destination country.

6.3. Installation

The booster set should not be installed in roof
spaces as the small level of vibration associated
with rotating equipment will cause disturbance, and
considerable damage could occur in the event of
water leakage or loss during commissioning and/
or service.
The booster sets should be installed in a well­ventilated, dry frost free position.
External installation should make use of a rodent
proof enclosure with adequate ventilation and
protected from freezing.
A space around the set of approximately 750 mm
should be provided for access and servicing.