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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

PF-50 Series

Permanent Media Filters

PUROFLUX

F I LT R AT I O N A N D C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S

C O R P O R A T I O N

Summary of Contents for PF-50 Series

Page 1: ...OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL PF 50 Series Permanent Media Filters PUROFLUX FILTRATION AND CONTROL SYSTEMS C O R P O R A T I O N...

Page 2: ...and related equipment If there are any questions on the procedures or performance of the PF 50 series filters contact the local factory representative or call the factory direct at 805 579 0216 Do No...

Page 3: ...Loading Media 7 Electrical Controls 8 Wiring Requirements 9 SECTION 2 Theory of Operation 10 Operation and Maintenance 10 General Maintenance 10 24 Hour Time Clock Settings 11 Pump Pre Strainer 12 Pu...

Page 4: ...and Table I for components to be inspected upon receiving Check the model and serial number against the packing slip Serial and model numbers can be found on a nameplate inside the control cabinet au...

Page 5: ...d drawing for locations of anchor holes NOTE The PF 50 filter should not be installed more than 8 feet above the process liquid operating level NOTE Never install the PF 50 series filter in an applica...

Page 6: ...lumes The maximum backwash supply pressure for the PF 50 filter is 50 psi Run a line to the connection labeled BACKWASH If public or municipal water is used for backwash a backflow preventer is requir...

Page 7: ...H 12 1 FPT 1 FPT 1 FPT 1 FPT 18 1 1 2 FPT 1 1 2 FPT 1 1 2 FPT 1 1 2 FPT 24 1 1 2 FPT 1 1 2 FPT 1 1 2 FPT 1 1 2 FPT 30 2 FPT 2 FPT 2 FPT 2 FPT 36 2 1 2 FPT 2 1 2 FPT 2 21 2 FPT 2 1 2 FPT 42 3 FPT 3 FPT...

Page 8: ...over lifting it through the tank ring Inspect the internals for damage before continuing 2 Fill the vessel with water until the underdrain assembly is completely submerged in water Load the support gr...

Page 9: ...O P E R A T I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L PAGE 9 PF 50 Series Filter ver 4 5 05...

Page 10: ...disconnect switch with motor circuit protection MCP control transformer primary 120v secondary adjustable backwash timer 24 hour backwash time clock magnetic motor starter external backwash source un...

Page 11: ...anual Units 1 Install a circuit breaker between the closest branch distribution panel and the pump motor if supplied See Table V for amperage draw by motor horsepower 2 Install an externally operated...

Page 12: ...NANCE MANUAL thoroughly and understand all safety related issues before attempting any work on the PF 50 series filters GENERAL MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Always follow the start up and shut down procedur...

Page 13: ...Pins pulled out consecutively will initiate a backwash once and then lock out any further backwash cycle 15 minutes for each consecutive pin pulled out In order to eliminate the 24 hour time clock fro...

Page 14: ...tor bracket which is bolted directly to the pump volute The pump shaft slides over the motor shaft and is held in place with three set screws The pump impeller is threaded or keyed on to the end of th...

Page 15: ...witch manual backwash override push button and a 24 hour time clock to activate a backwash cycle Upon an initation of a backwash cycle the electric valve actuator will reposition the valves into the b...

Page 16: ...e arrow on the pump volute DO NOT run the pump for an extended period of time in reverse direction or dry Have a qualified electrician change leads to correct rotation 8 Open the service valves in the...

Page 17: ...leave the valve open 5 Drain all external piping to and from the filter 6 Remove the drain plug on the filter vessel Allow the liquid to drain After all liquid has drained replace the drain plug If su...

Page 18: ...s a chemical treatment program must be employed by a competent professional Such treatment should be initiated before the system start up and continued regularly thereafter SAFETY All electrical mecha...

Page 19: ...ase order must be issued to cover the cost of each replacement part and shipping Upon inspection and an issue of credit of the defective items by PUROFLUX and or PUROFLUX S vendor s credit will be iss...

Page 20: ...PAGE 20 PF 50 Series Filter ver 4 5 05 P U R O F L U X C O R P O R A T I O N FIGURE 3...