Grunbeck desaliQ:MA Operation Manual

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© by Grünbeck Wasseraufbereitung GmbH

Translation of the original operation manual
Edition of the operation manual: April 2017
Order no.: TD3-GM000en_014

Table of contents

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Table of contents

1 About this manual ..................................................... 4

1.1 Other applicable documents ...................................... 4

1.2 Intended audience ..................................................... 4

1.3 Storage of documents ................................................ 4

1.4 Symbols used ............................................................ 4

1.5 Typographical conventions ........................................ 4

1.6 Validity of the manual ................................................ 5

1.7 Type designation plate ............................................... 6

2 For your safety .......................................................... 7

2.1 Safety measures ........................................................ 7

2.2 Technical safety instructions ...................................... 7

2.3 Regulations ................................................................ 8

2.4 Responsibilities of the specialist installer and/or

the specialist company .............................................. 8

2.5 Safety information for the specific system ................. 8

2.6 Approved resin ........................................................... 8

3 Product description .................................................. 9

3.1 Intended use .............................................................. 9

3.2 Product components .................................................. 9

3.3 Accessories ............................................................. 10

3.4 Functional description .............................................. 11

4 Installation ............................................................... 12

4.1 Requirements with regard to the installation site ..... 12

4.2 Checking the scope of supply .................................. 13

4.3 Installing the product ................................................ 14

5 Start-up .................................................................... 15

5.1 Preparations ............................................................ 15

5.2 How to start up the product ...................................... 15

6 Operation ................................................................. 16

6.1 Querying the system status ......................................16

6.2 Replacing the resin bag ............................................16

6.3 Transportation and storage between assignments ...17

7 Cleaning, inspection, maintenance ........................18

7.1 Intervals ....................................................................18

7.2 Cleaning ...................................................................18

7.3 Inspection .................................................................18

7.4 Maintenance .............................................................18

7.5 Consumables ............................................................19

7.6 Spare parts ...............................................................19

7.7 Wearing parts ...........................................................19

8 Malfunctions .............................................................20

9 Disposal ....................................................................21

10 Technical specifications .........................................22

10.1 Capacity curve of desaliQ:MA9 mixed-bed

cartridge ....................................................................23

10.2 Capacity curve of desaliQ:MA13 ..............................24

10.3 Pressure loss curves of desaliQ:MA mixed-bed

cartridge ....................................................................24

11 Other information .....................................................25

11.1 Explanation of terminology .......................................25

Index ...................................................................................26

Notes ..................................................................................27

Notes ..................................................................................28

Notes ..................................................................................29

Notes ..................................................................................30

About this manual

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1 About this manual

1.1 Other applicable documents

The following documents shall be deemed as applicable documents for the desaliQ:MA
mixed-bed cartridge:

● The manuals of all accessories used shall apply.

1.2 Intended audience

This manual is intended for specialist installers.

1.3 Storage of documents

This manual and all other applicable documents must be kept so as to be available if
required.

1.4 Symbols used

This symbol identifies instructions that you must comply with for your personal safety as
well as to avoid damage to property.

This symbol identifies instructions that you must comply with in order to avoid damage to
property.

This symbol identifies important information about the product or its handling.

1.5 Typographical conventions

The following typographical conventions are used in this manual:

About this manual

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1.5.1 Instructions

Single-step instructions or instructions where the sequence of the actions is unimportant are
indicated as follows:

► Step

Multi-step instructions where the sequence of the actions must be observed are indicated as
follows:

1. First step
a First step of the first action
b Second step of the first action

2. Second step

Results of an instruction are shown as follows:

» Result

1.5.2 Lists

List symbols used:

● First bullet point (level 1)

• First bullet point (level 2)

• Second bullet point (level 2)

● Second bullet point (level 1)

1.6 Validity of the manual

This manual applies to the following products:

● desaliQ:MA9 mixed-bed cartridge

● desaliQ:MA13 mixed-bed cartridge

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1.7 Type designation plate

The type designation plate is located on the rear side of the desaliQ:MA above the base.

Please specify the data shown on the type designation plate in order to speed up the
processing of your enquiries or orders. Therefore enter the necessary information in the
table below to have it readily available whenever necessary.

Item

Designation

Item

Designation

1

Observe operation manual

2

Nominal connection diameter

3

Nominal pressure

4

Nominal flow

5

Water temperature

6

Ambient temperature

7

Number of resin bags

8

Filling volume of mixed-bed resin

9

Product designation

10

QR code

11

Data matrix code

12

Order no.

13

Batch no.

● Product designation: ________________

● Order no.: ________________

● Batch no.: ________________

1

3 2 4 6 5 8 7 9 10

11

12

13

For your safety

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2 For your safety

2.1 Safety measures

● Carefully read this operation manual before operating your product.

● Install the product in a frost-free room. Otherwise, the system may suffer

irreparable damage. The consequence can be a water damage.

● Only use genuine spare parts for maintenance or repair. If unsuitable spare parts
are used, the warranty for your product will be void.

● Only have persons working on your system that have read and understood this
manual and that are qualified to do such work on account of their vocational
training.

● Only operate the product if all components are installed properly.

● Safety device must never be removed, bridged or otherwise tampered with.

2.2 Technical safety instructions

This manual contains information and instructions that you must comply with for your own
personal safety as well as to avoid damage to property. The information and instructions are
highlighted by a warning triangle and have the following structure:

CAUTION: Type and source of danger.

● Possible consequences
► Preventive measures

The following signal words were defined subject to the degree of danger and may be used in
the present document:

● DANGER means that serious or fatal injuries will occur if the corresponding
precautionary measures are not taken.

● WARNING means that serious or fatal injuries may occur if the corresponding
precautionary measures are not taken.

● CAUTION means that minor injuries may occur if the corresponding precautionary
measures are not taken.

● NOTE (without a warning triangle) means that damage to property can occur if the
corresponding safety measures are not taken.

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2.3 Regulations

Comply with the following regulations and directives, amongst others, during installation and
start-up:

● Statutory regulations on environmental protection

● Provisions of the employers' liability insurance associations

● DIN EN 1717

2.4 Responsibilities of the specialist installer and/or the
specialist company

Comply with the following specifications to ensure correct and safe function of the product:

● Only carry out activities described in this manual.

● Carry out all activities in accordance with all applicable standards and regulations.

● Only use this product as intended.

● Make sure that the required inspection and maintenance work is carried out.

● Keep this manual.

2.5 Safety information for the specific system

CAUTION: Danger of injury due to mechanical damage to the mixed-bed cartridge which

has resulted in functional impairment of the components

● Danger of injury and damage to property due to escaping water and unexpected
movement of system components.

► Do not use damaged mixed-bed cartridges and replace damaged parts

immediately.

NOTE: The installation site must have a floor drain. Floor drains leading to a lifting system
do not work in case of a power failure.

● Possible flooding of the rooms if no floor drain is provided.

► Install a water stop device.

2.6 Approved resin

The desaliQ:MA mixed-bed cartridge may only be operated with the following resin:

● desaliQ:MA resin bag

Other resins are not allowed.

Product description

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3 Product description

3.1 Intended use

The desaliQ:MA mixed-bed cartridges are designed to produce ultra-pure water and can be
used in the following sector:

● Full demineralisation of raw water of drinking water quality

The desaliQ:MA mixed-bed cartridges cannot be used in the following sectors:

● Treatment of raw water to be used as drinking water

● Operation with gas cushions

● In combination with automatic fittings for make-up water feed

3.2 Product components

Item

Designation

Item

Designation

1

Green lever

2

Conductivity meter

3

Cover with handles

4

Pure water connection

5

Shut-off valve

6

Raw water connection

7

Type designation plate

8

Transport trolley

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3.3 Accessories

You can retrofit your product with additional accessories. Please contact your local
Grünbeck representative or Grünbeck’s headquarters in Hoechstaedt for details.

Image

Product

Order no.

GENO-therm® hose set

707 850

Consisting of: two drinking water hoses of 1.5 m in length (DVGW W270 and KTW-A certified). The
raw and pure water hose each have two 3/4" union nuts (nickel-plated brass).

GENO-therm® filling device Basic

707 120

Water meter with connection material

702 845

The water meter with connection material can be integrated into the raw water feed line at a 3/4" male
thread by means of the double screw connection supplied with the system.

Euro system separator GENO®-DK 2-Mini

133 100

To secure devices and systems endangering the drinking water according to DIN EN 1717 (formerly
DIN 1988, part 4).

GENO®-STOP 1"

126 875

Safety device for reliable and overall protection against water damage.

GENO®-therm case Basic

707 160

Sortimo case
GENO-therm® hose set
Water meter with connection material
GENO-therm® conductivity measuring cell with adapter

GENO®-therm case Premium

707 170

Sortimo case
GENO-therm® hose set
Water meter with connection material
Conductivity meter GENO® Multi LF

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3.4 Functional description

3.4.1 Physical

Via an interior distribution system, 2 (desaliQ:MA9) or 4 (desaliQ:MA13) resin bags filled with
mixed-bed resin are steadily flown through from bottom to top.

The fully demineralised water, the so-called demi water, is directed to the tank outlet via the
collection element located at the tank lid.

3.4.2 Chemical

The mixed-bed resins consist to one part of a highly acid cation exchanger resin and to the
other part of a highly alkaline anion exchanger resin. In the mixed-bed cartridges, the two
components are completely mixed.

The cation exchanger resin removes all positively charged ions, the so-called cations, from
the raw water. All cations contained in the raw water such as calcium, magnesium or sodium
are exchanged for H+ ions.

The anion exchanger resin is used in full demineralisation to filter off negatively charged
ions, the so-called anions. All anions such as nitrate, phosphate, sulphate, chloride and
hydrogen carbonate contained in the raw water are exchanged for OH- ions.

Full demineralisation removes almost all undesired components from the inlet water. Thanks
to the highly alkaline anion exchanger resin, silicic acid and carbon dioxide are also filtered
off. The H+ and OH- ions generated during the exchange process combine to H2O. The result
of the full demineralisation principle is pure water.

3.4.3 Demineralisation of raw water

The main application of the desaliQ mixed-bed cartridge is the full demineralisation of raw
water for easy and quick filling and make-up water feed of heating systems. The raw water is
directed to the inlet of the mixed-bed cartridge via an optional system separator and a fine
filter.

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4 Installation

Item

Designation

Item

Designation

1

Drinking water filter pureliQ:RD

2

GENO-therm® filling device Basic

3

GENO-therm® hose set

Fig. installation example for desaliQ:MA9 mixed-bed cartridge

4.1 Requirements with regard to the installation site

Please observe local installation directives, general guidelines and technical specifications.

Install the product where it is not exposed to:

● Powerful heat radiation

● Frost

● Direct sunlight

● Chemicals, dyes, solvents and their vapours

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CAUTION: Danger due to mechanical energy! System components may be subject to
overpressure.

● Danger of injury and damage to property due to escaping water and unexpected
movement of system components.

► Fit a suitable pressure reducing device into the pressurised line upstream of the

mixed-bed cartridge.

► Fit an approved safety valve for the specified pressure range into the pressurised

line upstream of the mixed-bed cartridge.

► Make sure that the opening pressure set on the safety valve does not exceed the

maximum permissible operating pressure stated on the type designation plate.

NOTE: The installation site must have a floor drain. Floor drains leading to a lifting system
do not work in case of a power failure.

● Possible flooding of the rooms if no floor drain is provided.

► Install a water stop device.

4.2 Checking the scope of supply

Item

Designation

Item

Designation

1

Mixed-bed cartridge with conductivity meter
and resin bag

2

Operation manual
3

Transport trolley (only for desaliQ:MA13)

► Check the scope of supply for completeness and possible damage.

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4.3 Installing the product

4.3.1 Installation with filling device

1. Set the mixed-bed cartridge down in an upright position in a stable location.

Note: Risk of damage to the product.

● Screwing the double nipple in too far may result in damage to the
product.

► Make sure that the double nipple does not rotate when the hoses

are connected. If necessary, secure the double nipple so that it
does not rotate.

2. Connect the raw water hose to the raw water connection of the mixed-bed
cartridge and to the raw water connection of the filling device.

3. Connect the pure water hose to the pure water connection of the mixed-bed
cartridge and to the pure water connection of the filling device.

4.3.2 Installation without filling device

NOTE: Danger of contaminated drinking water if the system separator is missing.

● The mixed-bed cartridges are not intrinsically safe. If the mixed-bed cartridges
are installed without a filling device and there is no system separator downstream
of the mains water connection, then there is the risk of the drinking water
becoming contaminated.

► Install a system separator upstream of the mixed-bed cartridge.

1. Set the mixed-bed cartridge down in an upright position in a stable location

Note: Risk of damage to the product.

● Screwing the double nipple in too far may result in damage to the
product.

► Make sure that the double nipple does not rotate when the hoses

are connected. If necessary, secure the double nipple so that it
does not rotate.

2. Connect the raw water hose to the raw water connection of the mixed-bed
cartridge and to the raw water connection of the installation.

3. Connect the pure water hose to the pure water connection of the mixed-bed
cartridge and to the pure water connection of the installation.

Start-up

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5 Start-up

5.1 Preparations

► Make sure that the resin bag has been fitted correctly: Seam parallel with the rim

of the container, tear-off sticker facing upwards.

5.2 How to start up the product

1. Slowly increase the water supply.

2. Press the green lever to bleed the mixed-bed cartridge.

3. Leave all valves open.

4. Switch on the conductivity meter.

» 000 should appear on the display.

5. Replace the resin as soon as the desired limit value is shown on the display.

(We recommend a max. of 50 µS/cm)

The conductivity meter switches off automatically after approx. 10 minutes.

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6 Operation

6.1 Querying the system status

► Inspect the mixed-bed cartridge on a regular basis during operation.

► Make sure that all hoses are securely connected.

► Check the mixed-bed cartridge and the connections for leaks.

► Check if the lid is seated securely.

► Check the conductivity.

6.2 Replacing the resin bag

6.2.1 Remove the used resin bag

1. Shut off the water supply and water drain.

2. Press the green lever until the mixed-bed cartridge is unpressurised.

3. Remove the supply hose.

4. Open the shut-off valve at the raw water connection.

5. Allow the mixed-bed cartridge to run until empty.

6. Secure the mixed-bed cartridge in position using its legs.

7. Depress the lid slightly and turn it 1/8 in an anti-clockwise direction to remove it.

8. Leave the shut-off valve at the raw water connection open.

9. Reach into the container and pull out the used resin bag by hand.

10. Remove the tear-off sticker on the resin bag by tearing it along the perforation.

» In this way you can safely identify a depleted resin bag thus preventing mix-ups.

11. Dispose of the resin bag in compliance with local regulations.

12. Remove contamination from the sieve elements in the base and in the lid.

6.2.2 Fitting the new resin bag

1. Fit the new resin bag.

2. Check that it is positioned correctly: Seam parallel with the rim of the container,

tear-off sticker facing upwards.

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If the resin bag is incorrectly positioned, raw water will flow past the resin
bag. As a result, the system will not be fully utilised and the conductivity will
increase.

3. Reattach the lid.

4. Secure the mixed-bed cartridge in position using its legs.

5. Depress the lid slightly and turn it 1/8 in a clockwise direction.

» The system is ready for operation.

6.3 Transportation and storage between assignments

When transporting and storing the mixed-bed cartridges between assignments, ensure they
are:

● Depressurised

● Drained

Between assignments, protect the mixed-bed cartridge against:

● High levels of heat

● Frost

● Direct sunlight

● Chemicals, dyes, solvents and their vapours

● Mechanical damage

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7 Cleaning, inspection, maintenance

7.1 Intervals

The following tasks must be carried out in compliance with DIN EN 806-5:

Task

Interval

Execution

Inspection

2 months

Specialist installer

Maintenance

6 months

Specialist installer

7.2 Cleaning

NOTE: Do not clean the product with alcohol- or cleaning agents containing solvents!

● Such substances damage components made of plastic.
► Only clean the external surfaces of the product. Do this using a cloth moistened

in water.

7.3 Inspection

► Check the mixed-bed cartridge and the connections for leaks.

► Lubricate the seal in the lid using silicone grease or silicone spray.

7.4 Maintenance

► Check the mixed-bed cartridge and the connections for leaks.

► Lubricate the seal in the lid using silicone grease or silicone spray.

► Check the measurement accuracy of the conductivity meter.

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7.5 Consumables

NOTE: Danger of damaging the system if unsuitable consumables are used.

► Only use genuine consumables.

Product

Order no.

desaliQ:MA resin bag 2 x 6 l

707 435

desaliQ:MA resin bag 4 x 6 l

707 445

7.6 Spare parts

NOTE: Risk of damage to the system if unsuitable spare parts are used.

● There is a risk of functional impairments, malfunctions and loss of warranty.
► Only use genuine spare parts.

You may order spare parts from your local Grünbeck representative (refer to the website at
www.gruenbeck.com).

7.7 Wearing parts

NOTE: Risk of damage to the installation if unsuitable parts are used.

● There is a risk of functional impairments, malfunctions and loss of warranty.
► Only use genuine parts.

Seals are wearing parts.

Malfunctions

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8 Malfunctions

If malfunctions do occur that cannot be remedied by the instructions given below, contact
Grünbeck's technical service/authorised service company - see www.gruenbeck.de.

► Have your equipment data to hand (see chapter 1.7).

Malfunctions

Explanation

Remedy

No flow.

The shut-off valves are not
open completely.

Open the shut-off valves
completely

The exchanger capacity is
low.

A softening or phosphate
system is connected
upstream.

Connect the mixed-bed
cartridge directly to the raw
water network.

Contaminated raw water.

Connect a filter upstream
and wait for the lines to be
flushed.
Clean the sieve elements in
the base and in the lid.

The mixed-bed cartridge has
not been fully bled.

Bleed the mixed-bed
cartridge completely.

The mixed-bed cartridge is
used up.

Replace the resin bag.

The residual conductivity
rises rapidly after a long
period of operational
downtime.

Re-Ionisierung has occurred.

Allow the water to drain
without being used until the
residual conductivity abates.

The flow rate is very low.

The hose line is kinked.

Re-lay the hose line.

The hose line is clogged.

Disconnect the hoses from
the system and flush them
out thoroughly.

The sieve elements are
clogged.

Clean the sieve elements in
the base and in the lid.

The flow rate is very high

The flow stabiliser in the raw
water connection is defective.

Replace the flow stabiliser.

The residual conductivity
has exceeded the limit
value.

The mixed-bed resin is
depleted.

Replace the resin bag.
The conductivity is high
even with a new resin bag

Resin bag fitted incorrectly

Fit the resin bag correctly.
Flow rate too high

See “flow rate too high”

Disposal

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9 Disposal

● Do not dispose of the packaging, the products and/or accessories in the household

waste.

● Comply with the applicable national regulations for disposal.

● Make sure that the packaging, the product and the accessories are disposed of

properly.

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10 Technical specifications

desaliQ:MA mixed-bed cartridge

9

13

Order no.:

707 430

707 440

Dimensions and weights

A Height

[mm]

560

1080

B Width

[mm]

340

540

C Depth

[mm]

330

680

Number of resin bags

[pcs]

2

4

Filling volume of mixed-bed
resin

[l]

12

24

Shipping weight

[kg]

17

42

Connection data

Nominal connection
diameter

¾“

¾“

Performance data

Nominal pressure PN 6

Flow at Δp 1 bar

[l/h]

720

1140

Capacity at a desired
residual conductivity of < 10
µS/cm

[I]

320

800

Capacity at a desired
residual conductivity of < 50
µS/cm

[I]

510

1320

Nominal flow rate

[m3/h]

0.9

1.3

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General

Water temperature

[°C]

5 - 30

Ambient temperature

[°C]

5 - 40

10.1 Capacity curve of desaliQ:MA9 mixed-bed cartridge

Item

Designation

Item

Designation

1

Volume of demineralised water in m³

2

Conductivity of raw water in µS/cm

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10.2 Capacity curve of desaliQ:MA13

Item

Designation

Item

Designation

1

Volume of demineralised water in m³

2

Conductivity of raw water in µS/cm

10.3 Pressure loss curves of desaliQ:MA mixed-bed cartridge

Item

Designation

Item

Designation

1

Pressure loss in bar

2

Flow in l/h

Other information

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11 Other information

11.1 Explanation of terminology

Drinking water

Drinking water is any water that is intended for use in the
domestic environment for drinking and all other food
preparation purposes, for personal hygiene and cleaning as
well as for cleaning objects that do not only temporarily
come into contact with foodstuffs or the human body.

Raw water

Raw water is the untreated water prior to treatment.

Pure water

Pure water is the treated water following treatment.

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Index

C

Consumables .................................................................... 19

I

Inspection .......................................................................... 18

Installation ......................................................................... 12

M

Maintenance ...................................................................... 18

R

Resin bag ................................................. 6, 8, 13, 15, 16, 22

S

Safety ................................................................................. 7

Spare parts ....................................................................7, 19

Start-up ............................................................................. 15

T

Type designation plate ........................................................ 6

W

Wearing parts ................................................................... 19

Notes

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Notes

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Notes

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Notes

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Notes

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Josef-Grünbeck-Strasse 1
89420 Hoechstaedt/Germany

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