7.2.1
Basic filtration
Follow the steps below to perform a basic filtration.
Step
Action
1
Fill the tank.
2
Tap
Mixer (1) on the control panel.
3
1
2
3
Use the displayed keypad to set the desired mixer speed (rpm) and tap
OK.
For an instruction how to use set-points, see
Adjust set-points, on page 161
4
Tap
Start mixer (2).
Result:
The software increases the mixer speed to match the set speed.
5
Check that the retentate pressure control valve is fully open and that the
recirculation path (from tank and back to tank again) is completely open.
6
Tap
Feed (3).
7
Use the displayed keypad to set the desired feed pump speed (rpm) and tap
OK.
8
Tap
Start feed pump.
Result:
The software increases the feed pump speed to match the set speed. The
software will begin to calculate the estimated permeate flux and the actual
measured feed pressure(s) will be displayed.
9
If desired, use the retentate pressure control valve to adjust the pressure.
7 Operation
7.2 Perform a run
7.2.1 Basic filtration
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