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Last change 10/2018 E-P | Subject to technical modifications
1. General information
In order to guarantee a perfect softener operation, it is necessary to take care for regular control
measures and to keep all local regulations.
The DIN EN 806-5:2012 and EN 14743 include regulations in view of inspection and maintenance of
softeners.
A plant inspection shall be carried out after 2 months at the latest.
Such inspection is possible by the operator or an authorized service company.
A semi-annual maintenance of the system shall be carried out by Hydrotec UK Ltd.
(service) or an authorized expert.
2. Routine inspection by the operator
A regular visual check of all system components (damage, leakage etc.) is necessary for the safe
operation of the softener.
The following parameters must be checked and recorded in an operation diary at the stated
intervals as a minimum in order to be in a position to deal with a problem immediately.
Inspection
Domestic / trade
Industry / boiler /
climatic
Pre-treatment
membrane process
Permanent hardness
mains water
1 x per month
1 x per week
1 x per week
Total hardness
softened water
(blended)
1 x per month
In industry on demand
(in case of soft water
1 x per day)
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boiler / climatic system
1 x per day
1 x per day
Additional control
Inspection
daily
weekly
Operational pressure mains water (flow
pressure)
X
Temperature mains water
X
Value shown on water meter
X
Salt storage in brine tank
X
