KSB Ama-Drainer-Box Mini Operating Manual
Automatic Waste Water Lifting Unit
Ama-Drainer-Box Mini
Installation/Operating Manual
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Installation/Operating Manual Ama-Drainer-Box Mini
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© KSB SE & Co. KGaA, Frankenthal 19/10/2018
Contents
Contents
1 General.................................................................................................................................................... 6
1.1 Principles ...........................................................................................................................................................6
1.2 Installation of partly completed machinery....................................................................................................6
1.3 Target group.....................................................................................................................................................6
1.4 Other applicable documents............................................................................................................................6
1.5 Symbols .............................................................................................................................................................6
1.6 Key to safety symbols/markings.......................................................................................................................7
2 Safety...................................................................................................................................................... 8
2.1 General..............................................................................................................................................................8
2.2 Intended use .....................................................................................................................................................8
2.3 Personnel qualification and training...............................................................................................................9
2.4 Consequences and risks caused by non-compliance with this manual .........................................................9
2.5 Safety awareness ..............................................................................................................................................9
2.6 Safety instructions for the operator/user........................................................................................................9
2.7 Safety information for maintenance, inspection and installation ..............................................................10
2.8 Unauthorised modes of operation................................................................................................................10
3 Transport/Temporary Storage/Disposal............................................................................................. 11
3.1 Checking the condition upon delivery..........................................................................................................11
3.2 Transport.........................................................................................................................................................11
3.3 Storage/preservation......................................................................................................................................11
3.4 Return to supplier...........................................................................................................................................11
3.5 Disposal ...........................................................................................................................................................12
4 Description............................................................................................................................................ 13
4.1 General description ........................................................................................................................................13
4.2 Designation.....................................................................................................................................................13
4.3 Name plate......................................................................................................................................................13
4.4 Design details..................................................................................................................................................14
4.5 Configuration and function...........................................................................................................................14
4.6 Noise characteristics .......................................................................................................................................15
4.7 Dimensions and weights ................................................................................................................................15
4.8 Scope of supply...............................................................................................................................................15
4.9 Accessories ......................................................................................................................................................15
5 Installation at Site................................................................................................................................ 16
5.1 Safety regulations...........................................................................................................................................16
5.2 Checks to be carried out prior to installation...............................................................................................17
5.3 Installing the lifting unit................................................................................................................................18
5.4 Connecting the piping ...................................................................................................................................19
5.5 Installing the pump set ..................................................................................................................................21
5.6 Electrical connection ......................................................................................................................................25
6 Commissioning/Start-up/Shutdown................................................................................................... 27
6.1 Commissioning/Start-up.................................................................................................................................27
6.2 Operating limits..............................................................................................................................................28
6.3 Shutdown/storage/preservation ....................................................................................................................29
6.4 Returning to service .......................................................................................................................................30
7 Servicing/Maintenance........................................................................................................................ 31
7.1 Safety regulations...........................................................................................................................................31
7.2 Maintenance/inspection.................................................................................................................................31
7.3 Drainage/cleaning ..........................................................................................................................................32
7.4 Replacing the pump set .................................................................................................................................32
7.5 Recommended spare parts stock...................................................................................................................34
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8 Trouble-shooting.................................................................................................................................. 35
9 Related Documents.............................................................................................................................. 36
9.1 Exploded view and list of components .........................................................................................................36
9.2 Connections ....................................................................................................................................................37
9.3 Dimensions......................................................................................................................................................38
9.4 Installation example.......................................................................................................................................39
10 EU Declaration of Conformity............................................................................................................. 40
11 Declaration of Performance as per Regulation (EU) No. 305/2011, Annex III.................................. 41
12 Certificate of Decontamination........................................................................................................... 42
Index ..................................................................................................................................................... 43
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Glossary
Glossary
Backflow
Waste water flowing back from the sewer into the
connected drainage piping
Backflow loop
The section of the discharge pipe of a waste water
lifting unit that is located above the flood level
Certificate of decontamination
A certificate of decontamination is enclosed by the
customer when returning the product to the
manufacturer to certify that the product has been
properly drained to eliminate any environmental
and health hazards arising from components in
contact with the fluid handled.
Collecting tank
Component of a waste water lifting unit in which
the incoming waste water is stored in
unpressurised condition prior to automatic lifting.
EN 12050-2
European Standard for waste water lifting units
which are used to dispose of faeces-free waste
water occurring below the flood level of buildings
and sites. It defines general requirements as well
as principles of construction and testing.
Waste water
Water which has been changed by some type of
use, e.g. domestic waste water
Waste water lifting unit
Device for collecting and automatically lifting
faecal-free waste water above the flood level
EN 12056-4
European Standard governing the selection,
operation and maintenance of waste water lifting
units within buildings and sites.
Flood level
Maximum backflow level of waste water in a
drainage system
Inlet line
Pipe used for draining waste water from sanitary
installations into the lifting unit
Submersible motor pump
Submersible motor pumps are floodable, closecoupled units which are not self-priming. The
pumps are usually operated completely
submerged. They may be operated outside the
fluid for short periods of time, until the minimum
fluid level has been reached.
Swing check valve
Element of a waste water lifting unit which
prevents waste water from flowing back from the
discharge line into the waste water lifting unit.
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1 General
1 General
1.1 Principles
This operating manual is valid for the type series and variants indicated on the front
cover.
The manual describes the proper and safe use of this equipment in all phases of
operation.
The name plate indicates the type series/size and main operating data. The works
number/serial number uniquely describes the system and is used as identification in
all further business processes.
In the event of damage, immediately contact your nearest KSB Service centre to
maintain the right to claim under warranty.
1.2 Installation of partly completed machinery
To install partly completed machinery supplied by KSB refer to the sub-sections under
Servicing/Maintenance.
1.3 Target group
This operating manual is aimed at the target group of trained and qualified specialist
technical personnel. (ðSection2.3,Page9)
1.4 Other applicable documents
Table1: Overview of other applicable documents
Document Contents
Sub-supplier product literature Operating manuals and other product literature
of accessories and integrated machinery
components, operating manual of submersible
motor pump
1.5 Symbols
Table2: Symbols used in this manual
Symbol Description
✓ Conditions which need to be fulfilled before proceeding with the
step-by-step instructions
⊳ Safety instructions
⇨
⇨ Cross-references
1.
2.
Result of an action
Step-by-step instructions
Note
Recommendations and important information on how to handle
the product
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1 General
!
DANGER
!
WARNING
CAUTION
1.6 Key to safety symbols/markings
Table3: Definition of safety symbols/markings
Symbol Description
DANGER
This signal word indicates a high-risk hazard which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
This signal word indicates a medium-risk hazard which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
This signal word indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could
result in damage to the machine and its functions.
General hazard
In conjunction with one of the signal words this symbol indicates a
hazard which will or could result in death or serious injury.
Electrical hazard
In conjunction with one of the signal words this symbol indicates a
hazard involving electrical voltage and identifies information about
protection against electrical voltage.
Machine damage
In conjunction with the signal word CAUTION this symbol indicates
a hazard for the machine and its functions.
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2 Safety
!
DANGER
2 Safety
All the information contained in this section refers to hazardous situations.
In addition to the present general safety information the action-related safety
information given in the other sections must be observed.
2.1 General
This operating manual contains general installation, operating and maintenance
instructions that must be observed to ensure safe operation of the system and
prevent personal injury and damage to property.
The safety information in all sections of this manual must be complied with.
The operating manual must be read and understood by the responsible specialist
personnel/operators prior to installation and commissioning.
The contents of this operating manual must be available to the specialist personnel
at the site at all times.
Information attached directly to the product must always be complied with and kept
in a perfectly legible condition at all times. This applies to, for example:
▪ Arrow indicating the direction of rotation
▪ Markings for connections
▪ Name plate
The operator is responsible for ensuring compliance with all local regulations not
taken into account in this operating manual.
2.2 Intended use
▪ The lifting unit must only be operated within the operating limits described in
the other applicable documents.
▪ Only operate lifting units which are in perfect technical condition.
▪ Do not operate partially assembled lifting units.
▪ Only use the lifting unit to handle the fluids described in the product literature
of the respective design variant.
▪ Never operate the lifting unit without the fluid to be handled
▪ Observe the minimum flow rates indicated in the data sheet or product literature
(to prevent overheating, bearing damage, etc).
▪ Observe the minimum flow rate and maximum flow rate indicated in the data
sheet or product literature (to prevent overheating, mechanical seal damage,
cavitation damage, bearing damage, etc).
▪ Do not throttle the flow rate on the inlet side of the lifting unit (to prevent
cavitation damage)
▪ Consult the manufacturer about any use or mode of operation not described in
the data sheet or product literature.
Prevention of foreseeable misuse
▪ Never exceed the permissible application and operating limits specified in the
data sheet or product literature regarding temperature, etc.
▪ Observe all safety information and instructions in this manual.
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2 Safety
2.3 Personnel qualification and training
All personnel involved must be fully qualified to transport, install, operate, maintain
and inspect the equipment this manual refers to.
The responsibilities, competence and supervision of all personnel involved in
transport, installation, operation, maintenance and inspection must be clearly
defined by the operator.
Deficits in knowledge must be rectified by means of training and instruction
provided by sufficiently trained specialist personnel. If required, the operator can
commission the manufacturer/supplier to train the personnel.
Training on the pump (set) must always be supervised by technical specialist
personnel.
This device may be operated by children from the age of 8 as well as by persons of
limited physical, sensory or mental abilities or lacking experience and knowledge,
provided that they are supervised, they have been instructed on how to use this
device safely and they understand the hazards it presents. It is impermissible for
children to play with this device. Children must not clean the device or perform any
service work to be carried out by the operator at the device without supervision.
2.4 Consequences and risks caused by non-compliance with this manual
▪ Non-compliance with these operating instructions will lead to forfeiture of
warranty cover and of any and all rights to claims for damages.
▪ Non-compliance can, for example, have the following consequences:
– Hazards to persons due to electrical, thermal, mechanical and chemical
effects and explosions
– Failure of important product functions
– Failure of prescribed maintenance and servicing practices
– Hazard to the environment due to leakage of hazardous substances
2.5 Safety awareness
In addition to the safety information contained in this manual and the intended use,
the following safety regulations shall be complied with:
▪ Accident prevention, health regulations and safety regulations
▪ Explosion protection regulations
▪ Safety regulations for handling hazardous substances
▪ Applicable standards, directives and laws
2.6 Safety instructions for the operator/user
▪ Fit protective equipment (e.g. contact guards) supplied by the operator for hot,
cold or moving parts, and check that the equipment functions properly.
▪ Do not remove any protective equipment (e.g. contact guards) during operation.
▪ Provide the personnel with protective equipment and make sure it is used.
▪ Contain leakages (e.g. at the shaft seal) of hazardous fluids handled (e.g.
explosive, toxic, hot) so as to avoid any danger to persons and the environment.
Adhere to all relevant laws.
▪ Eliminate all electrical hazards. (In this respect refer to the applicable national
safety regulations and/or regulations issued by the local energy supply
companies.)
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2.7 Safety information for maintenance, inspection and installation
▪ Modifications or alterations of the lifting unit require the manufacturer's prior
consent.
▪ Use only original spare parts or parts authorised by the manufacturer. The use of
other parts can invalidate any liability of the manufacturer for resulting damage.
▪ The operator ensures that maintenance, inspection and installation are
performed by authorised, qualified specialist personnel who are thoroughly
familiar with the manual.
▪ Carry out work on the lifting unit during standstill only.
▪ The pump casing must have cooled down to ambient temperature.
▪ Pump pressure must have been released and the pump must have been drained.
▪ When taking the lifting unit out of service always adhere to the procedure
described in the manual.
▪ Decontaminate lifting units which handle fluids posing a health hazard.
▪ As soon as the work has been completed, re-install and re-activate any safety-
relevant devices and protective devices. Before returning the product to service,
observe all instructions on commissioning.
▪ Make sure the lifting unit cannot be accessed by unauthorised persons (e.g.
children).
2.8 Unauthorised modes of operation
Always observe the limits stated in the product literature.
The warranty relating to the operating reliability and safety of the lifting unit
supplied is only valid if the equipment is used in accordance with its intended use.
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3 Transport/Temporary Storage/Disposal
3 Transport/Temporary Storage/Disposal
3.1 Checking the condition upon delivery
1. On transfer of goods, check each packaging unit for damage.
2. In the event of in-transit damage, assess the exact damage, document it and
notify KSB or the supplying dealer and the insurer about the damage in writing
immediately.
3.2 Transport
DANGER
Lifting unit falling off the pallet
Risk of injury from falling lifting unit!
▷ Always transport the lifting unit in a horizontal position.
▷ Never suspend the lifting unit by its power cable.
▷ Always prevent the lifting unit from getting knocked or dropped.
3.3 Storage/preservation
If commissioning is to take place some time after delivery, we recommend that the
following measures be taken for storage.
CAUTION
Damage during storage due to frost, humidity, dirt, UV radiation or vermin
Corrosion/contamination of the lifting unit!
▷ Store the lifting unit in a frost-proof, roofed area.
CAUTION
Wet, contaminated or damaged openings and connections
Leakage of or damage to the lifting unit!
▷ Only remove caps/covers from the openings of the lifting unit at the time of
installation.
Store the lifting unit in a dry, protected room where the atmospheric humidity is as
constant as possible.
3.4 Return to supplier
1. Prior to returning the product to the supplier, flush and clean it, particularly if it
has been used in noxious, explosive, hot or other hazardous fluids.
2. If the product has been used in fluids whose residues could lead to corrosion
damage in the presence of atmospheric humidity or could ignite upon contact
with oxygen, the product must also be neutralised and treated with anhydrous
inert gas to ensure drying.
3. Always complete and enclose a certificate of decontamination when returning
the product. (ðSection12,Page42)
Indicate any safety measures and decontamination measures taken.
NOTE
If required, a blank certificate of decontamination can be downloaded from the
following web site: www.ksb.com/certificate_of_decontamination
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3 Transport/Temporary Storage/Disposal
3.5 Disposal
WARNING
Fluids handled, consumables and supplies which are hot and/or pose a health
hazard
Hazard to persons and the environment!
▷ Collect and properly dispose of flushing fluid and any fluid residues.
▷ Wear safety clothing and a protective mask if required.
▷ Observe all legal regulations on the disposal of fluids posing a health hazard.
1. Dismantle the lifting unit.
Collect greases and other lubricants during dismantling.
2. Separate and sort the pump materials, e.g. by:
- Metals
- Plastics
- Electronic waste
- Greases and other lubricants
3. Dispose of materials in accordance with local regulations or in another
controlled manner.
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4 Description
Ama-Drainer-Box Mini C
230 V ~
EN 12 050-2
10 m³7h
50 Hz
6,7 m
9 kg
430 W
0197 13
FO002059 Made in Germany
DoP2336.2-01
t max. 50 °C
2016w13
Johann-Klein-Straße 9
Deutschland
67227 Frankenthal
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4 Description
4.1 General description
▪ Automatic waste water lifting unit
Standard design
▪ Chemically neutral waste water
▪ Slightly contaminated waste water (up to 50°C max.)
▪ Wash water (up to 90 °C max. for short periods t ≤ 3minutes)
Variant C for aggressive fluids.
In addition to standard design:
▪ Swimming pool water
▪ Brackish water
▪ Seawater
▪ Water containing salt
▪ Aggressive fluids
▪ Condensate from heat recovery applications
4.2 Designation
Example: Ama-Drainer-Box Mini C
Table4: Designation key
Code Description
Ama-Drainer-Box Type series
Mini Small waste water lifting unit
C C variant for aggressive fluids
4.3 Name plate
Fig.1: Name plate (example)
1 Type series, size 2 Rated frequency
3 Rated voltage 4 Maximum head
5 Max. permissible flow rate 6 Principles of construction and testing
7 Total weight 8 Notifying body / year of introduction
9 Reference number of the declaration
of performance
11 Fluid temperature 12 Year of production
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The name plate is attached inside the tank.
10 Rated power
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4.4 Design details
Design
▪ Tank made of impact-resistant plastic
▪ Odour-proof cover with activated carbon filter and integrated overflow
protection
▪ Submersible motor pump which starts and stops automatically, with float switch
▪ Integrated swing check valve
▪ To EN 12050-2
Installation
▪ Stationary above-floor installation
▪ Stationary wall mounting
Drive
▪ AC motor
▪ Integrated temperature switch
▪ Cable and shockproof plug
Impeller type
▪ Open multi-vane impeller
▪ Free passage= 10 mm
Connections
▪ Inlet DN32 /DN40 /DN50
▪ Discharge-side connection DN40
▪ Shower connection DN 50
▪ Venting via DN 40 spigot and socket connection
4.5 Configuration and function
Fig.2: Description and sectional drawing of the waste water lifting unit
1 Discharge-side connection 4 Float switch
2 Tank 5 Submersible motor pump
Design The waste water lifting unit consists of a stable tank (2) with integrated submersible
Function The fluid to be handled flows into the waste water lifting unit through an inlet (3)
3 Inlet
motor pump (5), an inlet-side connection (3) and a discharge-side connection (1).
and is collected in an odour-tight and water-tight plastic tank (2). When a specified
fluid level is reached, the float switch (4) triggers the automatic start of the
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