To Next PageTo Next PageWhy is there excessive pressure in the rotor chamber of my FILTOMAT Water Dispenser?
If the FILTOMAT Water Dispenser experiences excessive pressure in the rotor chamber, it's likely due to drain pipes being either blocked or too small. Inspect the drain lines for any obstructions. If they are clear, consider replacing them with a larger diameter flush drain line or shortening the existing ones.
What to do if water does not flow through the FILTOMAT M100C Water Dispenser?
If water isn't flowing through your FILTOMAT Water Dispenser, the issue might stem from blocked inlet lines. Inspect these lines for any obstructions. Also, ensure that all isolating valves are open. If the pump isn't running or has lost its prime, check the pump and foot valve. Finally, the filter might be blocked; repeat steps 1-4 as above at para.1 to resolve this.
Why does the pressure differential exceed 70 kPa during normal operation of my FILTOMAT M100C?
If the pressure differential exceeds 70 kPa during normal operation of your FILTOMAT Water Dispenser, it could be due to a blocked coarse filter. Check the coarse filter for any obstructions. Alternatively, the fine screen may have a buildup of material. Remove the screen and clean it with high pressure. Adjust the rinse controller and check for blockages at high pressure sensing line no.7 or low pressure line no.5.
What to do if there is insufficient inlet pressure (less than 200 kPa) in my FILTOMAT M100C?
If the inlet pressure is insufficient (less than 200 kPa) in your FILTOMAT Water Dispenser, first ensure that the inlet valves are fully open. If they are, maximize their opening. You might also need to increase the inlet pressure or throttle the outlet to raise the pressure during the cleaning cycle. Consider fitting a PSV valve.
Covers flow rate, pressure, filter area, dimensions, and weight for various models.
Details drain line, flushing cycle time, backwash water, and minimum flow requirements.
Lists materials used for filter housing, lid, screens, and other components.
Details available screen sizes in micron and mm for moulded and flat screens.
Read instructions, adhere to basic safety, be aware of auto-cleaning cycles.
Relieve pressure before work, minimize leakage, open valves gradually, manual cleaning safety.
Secure lifting items, avoid working below, wear helmet, beware of power lines.
Mounting orientation, pressure sustaining valve, bypass, drain line, space for servicing.
Lighting, platforms, barriers, non-return valve, space for maintenance.
Flow direction, drain connection, rinse controller drain, isolation valves, PSV installation.
Check flow direction, connections, valve position, drainpipe, isolation valves, space, union, pressure gauge.
Steps for initial filter operation, pressurization, leak checks, manual flush, outlet valve, bypass, final flush.
Procedures for removing cover, extracting and cleaning screens, checking O-rings, reassembly.
Steps for shutting down the filter for periods, including pump and valve operations.
The FILTOMAT® M100C series filter is an automatic water filter designed for efficient and trouble-free operation across various applications. It utilizes a self-cleaning process that requires no external power source, making it suitable for remote installations. The filter is delivered fully assembled, simplifying installation to basic connections for inlet, outlet, and drain lines.
Water enters the filter through an inlet pipe and first passes through a coarse screen, which protects the cleaning mechanism from larger particles. This coarse screen is not designed for automatic cleaning and does not accumulate large suspended solids. The water then flows through a fine screen, which filters out smaller particles, and the filtered water continues to the outlet. As particles accumulate on the fine screen, a "filter cake" forms, increasing the differential pressure (DP) across the screen.
When the differential pressure reaches a pre-set point (typically 50 kPa), an automatic self-cleaning cycle is actuated. This cycle involves nozzles sucking debris off the fine screen and expelling it through the drain line. The FILTOMAT M100C series filters are hydraulically operated, using system flow and water pressure to power the cleaning mechanism.
During the cleaning cycle, an exhaust valve opens to atmosphere, creating a pressure drop in the rotor chamber. This pressure drop generates suction at the nozzle tips, effectively removing the accumulated dirt from the screen surface. Backflush water flows through the nozzles to a collector pipe, then via the rotor to the exhaust valve, and finally out through the drain. The escaping water flowing through the rotor forces the dirt collector assembly to spin and move vertically upwards, allowing the nozzles to suck dirt off the entire screen area.
Once the first stroke is completed, the exhaust valve closes for a few seconds, and the rinse controller activates a second backflush stroke (downward). The dirt collector assembly rotates and moves downward, returning to its original position, and the exhaust valve shuts. This two-stroke helical movement ensures that the nozzles sweep the entire fine screen surface twice per cleaning cycle, effectively removing dirt particles while maintaining downstream flow. The self-cleaning process typically takes 5-10 seconds, depending on the operating pressure.
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General| Brand | FILTOMAT |
|---|---|
| Model | M100C Series |
| Category | Water Dispenser |
| Language | English |
