Fresenius Medical Care GranuFlo Dissolution Unit II - Section 2: Specifications and Installation Requirements; Electrical and Water Requirements

P/N 450368 Rev I 3
SECTION 2: SPECIFICATIONS AND INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Prior to operating the Fresenius Medical Care GranuFlo Dissolution Unit II: 99 gallons (375 liters), adequate
power and water connections must be made. The GranuFlo Dissolution Unit II is a computer-controlled electro-
mechanical device. The GranuFlo Dissolution Unit II must be installed in an appropriate environment (indoors)
free from extremes of temperature and humidity, free of the presence of flammable anesthetics, reasonably
protected from dust and dirt contamination, liquid splashes, bright sunlight or high intensity lighting.
Failure to install the GranuFlo Dissolution Unit II according to these guidelines may result in improper
operation or early failure of the device or its components. Direct sunlight may cause discoloration of the
polyethylene tank, lid, or electronic housing.
The GranuFlo Dissolution Unit II needs to be set up using the following parameters:
1. A 15 amp GFI duplex outlet is required. The GranuFlo Dissolution Unit II requires 120 VAC, 60 Hz, single
phase power. The GranuFlo Dissolution Unit II uses approximately 9 amperes total. Electrical service
should meet all applicable national, state and local code requirements.
2. The electrical power cord, input water hose, and output drain hose shall be properly routed away from
high traffic areas and installed in such a way that does not cause any electrical or safety hazards.
3. The treated water source must meet ANSI/AAMI or ISO requirements for water for hemodialysis,
currently ANSI/AMMI RD62, or ISO 13959. Plumbing service must meet all national, state and local
plumbing codes. The GranuFlo Dissolution Unit II uses approximately 99 gallons (375 liters) of water per
batch of product.
WARNING! DO NOT PERMANENTLY INSTALL TRANSFER HOSE TO A STORAGE TANK/CONTAINER.
4. Supply Water Treatment System should be capable of a minimum flow rate of ½ gallon per minute. The
maximum input water pressure is 60psi. The water temperature should be 20°-30°C (68°-86°F) for
dissolution mixing conditions.
5. Height from the floor to the top of the GranuFlo Dissolution Unit II is approximately 56 inches.
6. Platform for the GranuFlo Dissolution Unit II is 50 inches long by 28 inches wide.
7. Transfer Filter Housing is equipped with a ¾” hose barb fitting.
8. There is a ¾” hose barb inlet fitting, and another for the drain outlet.
9. The GranuFlo Dissolution Unit II must be level.
10. The GranuFlo Dissolution Unit II weight is 200 lbs. empty and 1025 lbs. filled.

CAUTION! THE FLOOR MUST BE CAPABLE OF WITHSTANDING THE MAXIMUM WEIGHT OF 1025 POUNDS.
11. A floor drain emptying into a sewer line must be in the immediate area of the GranuFlo Dissolution Unit II.
NOTE: THE GRANUFLO DISSOLUTION UNIT II TANK IS MADE OF NON-FERROUS MATERIAL.