AMIAD Water Systems
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1. COMMON 24VAC DP VAIV5BIVO OUT 220VAC IN olo o o gt der 2 SIE lolala Q Q 5 2 8 8 21 3x1mm 52512 CLID c miim io Z 5 2 an 00 xe 4 a z d 5 _ EIE EE i v D gt X 5 zu a V6 MAIN VALVE eo ARKAL FILTOMAT AMIAD 7 WWW amiad com 92 29 AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 46 of 53 Q amiad WATER SYSTEMS Amiad Flushing Controller Model AMC 6AC 110V I1 OVAC DP VilVav3v4Vsve 505 MOIOR 110VAC IN2. Q QO Q NICILIE N II Q Q Q Q IQ O QI Q E T gt gt m zz gt H 2 gt d 6 gt 3ximm 2 as s _ r aye S 2 Q S O 2 JE Y 5 mim alo 25 Ci lt mi D Y B ra lt C eae m m a el 41 lt Stu 92 5 10 a 2 lt x ARKAL 3FILTOMAT 5 AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 47 of 53 emied WATER SYSTEMS Terminal Strips drawings Amiad Flushing Controller Model AMC 12DC 12 DC
3. J Se ee m 1 Press the Plus Minus and Arrow Keys simultaneously for 5 seconds to reset the controller to its factory defaults without resetting the flush counter 2 Press the Forward Key to exit this screen and move to the next screen or press the Backward Key to exit this screen and move to the previous screen Notes See the relevant table of paragraph 6 of this document for the factory defaults per each filter type Exiting the technician mode is done by pressing the MANUAL and PAUSE keys together for 1 second ARKAL AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 35 of 53 CQYamiad WATER SYSTEMS 10 Technical data list DC models Outputs OUT1 OUTE These are the terminals for the Two Wire 12V DC Latching Solenoids If a main valve or a delay valve has been designated during the controller s configuration process it s solenoid s output will always assigned to output number 6 If a main valve and a delay valve are configured the main valve will be assigned to output number 5 and the delay valve to output number 6 Alarm This output is a Dry Contact Relay a free potential contact it provides a command pulse to an external alarm device The alarm is activated in two cases s When a selected number of consecutive flushing cycles have taken place due to continuous differential pressure input signal which usually
4. oe Upon entry this screen displays the current controller configuration e g Spin Klin 4 filters main valve and delay valve The controller also displays the RESET Icon and the current counter of the flush cycles performed 1 Pressthe Manual Key for 5 seconds to reset the flush counter 2 Press the Forward Key to exit this screen and move to the next screen or press the Backward Key to exit this screen and move to the previous screen ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 27 of 53 CQYamiad WATER SYSTEMS Screen 3 Checking the 1 05 of the controller This action can be done only when in Technician Mode and it is used to verify the correct operation of the controller s Inputs and Outputs When in the first screen of the Technician Mode press the forward key to the third screen the following display appears and the controller displays the TEST headline re E D 999999 1 Press the Arrow Key to move between the solenoids icons 2 While the icon is blinking on a specific icon press the Plus Key to switch its designated output ON Press the Minus Key to switch this output OFF 3 Move to the next desired icon and repeat the operation described above 4 Note that operating the Main valve icon in this screen operates the Fault output also The Delay valve icon operates the end
5. QARKAL AMC Controllers V1 V2 V3 V4 V5 V6 ALRM DP EC RIBIRIBIRIBIRIBIR INC Q QI Q Q QI I Q QQ Q IQ QO QO O VDC DC IN V V9 V11 VI2 OUT 72 12V R B BIRIBIRIBIRIBIRIB IIN QI IQ QI Q Q Q Q Q Q Q QO 230V 1e2V DC ADAPTER 1000mA BLACK RED Jm CU BEES E RIS 212 E 2 QA SULENBID SOLENOID SOLENOID I SOLENOID SOLENOID V11 12 Vi ve va DELAYED MAIN VALVE VALVE eo e 5 FILTOMAT 2 AMIAD 07 2014 Page 48 of 53 Q amiad WATER SYSTEMS Amiad Flushing Controller Model AMC 12AC 230V Cv Tz vs va vs ve OF elelelelelelelelelelelelelele L s elelele e elelelelele e o e e e DP SWITCH SOLENOID SOLENOID SOLENOID SOLENOID SOLENOID VIZ 1 VI DELAYED MAIN ARKAL K 2FILTOMAT 53 AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 49 of 53 CQYamiad WATER SYSTEMS Amiad Flushing Controller Model AMC 12AC 110V ve ur DP An elelelelelelolelelelolelelole va wo vit v eje e o o DP SWITCH SOLENOID SOLENOID SOLENOID SOLENOID SOLENOID V11 v ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014
6. n 12 5 Entering data How to modify numbers and parameters 15 6 Flushing program How to enter a flushing sequence program a 16 7 Monitoring How to monitor the controller operation 18 8 Handling faults How to identify and handle flushing faults 21 9 Configuration How to configure the controller for a specific filter model 22 10 Technical data Connection drawing I O data etc 1 210 6 mener nnne 33 11 Annex A Chaining Amiad 4 41 12 Annex B Terminal Strips amp Installation Instructions 42 ARKAL K 2FILTOMAT 53 AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 3 of 53 WATER SYSTEMS 1 Safety instructions General Safety Instructions Amiad filtration products always operate as components in a larger system It is essential for the system designers installers and operators to comply with all the relevant safety standards Priorto installation operation maintenance or any other type of action carried out on the filter read carefully the safety installation and operation instructions During installation operation or maintenance
7. s Solenoid valve number 2 is switched the flushing of the second filter of the battery starts and the controller starts to count down the Flushing Time parameter see your filter s times table The controller also starts to count down the Delay valve delay parameter see your filter s times table once this parameter is counted down to zero the solenoid of the Delay Valve is switched on and the process moves to the next stage s The controller calculates the time for closing the delay valve by subtracting the Delay valve delay parameter form the Flushing Time parameter Once the countdown of the Flushing Time parameter reaches this point the Delay valve closes and the controller starts to countdown the Delay valve delay again When this parameter is counted down to zero the solenoid Valve number 2 is switched off and the controller moves to the next stage s The controller continues to flush the rest of the filters in the battery in the same manner the last valve solenoid is switched off the flushing cycle ends ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 11 of 53 WATER SYSTEMS 3 1 4 A battery of filters WITH a Main amp Delay Valves Starting the flushing cycle The same as section 3 1 1 above The flushing cycle s The Main Valve solenoid is switched on and closes the battery s Main or Downstream Valve The controller counts down the Delay Main Va
8. AMIAD Water Systems AMIAD AMC FLUSHING CONTROLLERS 6 amp 12 Solenoid AC amp DC Models User Guide Original Instructions Ref 910101 000499 07 2014 ARKAL 3FILTOMAT 5 AMIAD WATER SYSTEMS AMIAD AMC FLUSHING CONTROLLERS 6 amp 12 solenoid AC amp DC Models User Manual Disclaimer This document and the information enclosed within it contain restricted and or privileged information that are intended only for usage by authorized Amiad technicians If you are not a qualified Amiad technician you must not take nay action in reliance to this document unless permitted by Amiad None of the procedures provided on this file may be used in any form or by any means without permission from Amiad If you received this file in error please notify Amiad immediately reuven amiad com The confidential nature of and or privilege in the file enclosed is not waived or lost as a result of a mistake or error in this file Amiad accepts no liability whatsoever whether it was caused by 1 Accessing or other related actions to this file 2 Any links procedures or materials provided attached to this file Amiad assumes that all users understand risks involved within this file and or its attached materials All the procedures drawings pictures and or any other information provided in this document are presented as general information only they can be altered removed or changed without any further not
9. for 10 seconds 3 While the digit is blinking press the Plus Key to increase the number by one or press the Minus Key to decrease the number by one 4 Move to the next desired digit and repeat the selection operation described above 5 Press the Forward Key to exit this screen and move to the next screen or press the Backward Key to exit this screen and move to the previous screen gt Please Note The new time interval is activated once exiting this screen Press the Manual and Pause keys together for a second in order to return to the main screen ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 24 of 53 Q amiad WATER SYSTEMS Setting the Flush Time parameter When in User Mode press the Forward Key three times to move to the following screen E rO Upon entry this screen displays the current controller configuration e g Spin Klin 4 filters main valve and delay valve The controller also displays the Flush Time Icon At the 3 left digits the word SEC appears indicating that the flush time parameter in the 3 right digits is in seconds 1 Pressthe Plus or Minus Keys to set the flush time 2 Press the Forward Key to exit this screen and move to the next screen or press the Backward Key to exit this screen and move to the previous screen Please Note The new Flush Time is activated once the next flush
10. occurs when the filters are clogged When the battery voltage is lower than 4 7 VDC End of Cycle This output is a Dry Contact Relay a free potential contact it provides a command pulse for 5 seconds and can be used to chain controllers See Annex A for details Inputs See the terminal connection drawing Annex C below D P This is the connection to the differential pressure switch ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 36 of 53 amiad WATER SYSTEMS AC models NOTE Amiad s AMC controller is an outdoor model it is a water and weather IP65 Connecting the controller to the primary power should be done by a licensed electrician following all local codes Improper installation could result in shock or fire hazard This device is not intended for use by young children Never let children play with this device NOTE Amiad s AMC AC controllers are intended to be supplied AC power with a 15A rated over current protective device Outputs OUT1 OUT6 These are the terminals for the Two Wire 24VAC Solenoids If a main valve or a delay valve has been designated during the controller s configuration process it s solenoid s output will always assigned to output number 6 If a main valve and a delay valve are configured the main valve will be assigned to output number 5 and the delay valve to output number 6 Alarm This output is a Dry Contact Relay a free potential contact
11. of 53 WATER SYSTEMS Annex A Chaining Amiad Controllers In order to operate a battery of screen disc or gravel media filters that include a larger number of filters than one Amiad s Flushing Controller can handle it is possible to daisy chain few controllers for the job The switch that reads the pressure drop across the battery is connected to the first controller of the chain the Master The EC or End of Cycle output of the master controller is connected to the D P input of the second controller of the chain the first slave and this controller EC output is connected to the D P input of the nest This type of connection can be spanned over as many controllers as needed When the actual D P switch send a signal the master controller starts a flushing cycle Once this cycle is completed the master controller sends a signal through its EC output to the second controller to start its flushing cycle and so on till the last controller in the chain as illustrated in the following drawing M ooo Mia Standard DP Switch Important Note Please make sure that the PD delay in the chained controllers is set to not longer than 5 seconds This ensures proper transition from the last filter in the first controller to the first filter in the next controller ARKAL 3FILTOMAT 3 AMIAD lali AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 44 of 53 Q amiad WATER SYSTEMS 11 Annex B Insta
12. of cycle output also 5 n an AC 6 solenoids controller configured to operate a TAF filter the Ly icon indicates the filter motor operation 6 Press the Forward Key to exit this screen and move to the next screen or press the Backward Key to exit this screen and move to the previous screen Please Note All outputs are switched off when exiting this screen ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 28 of 53 Q amiad WATER SYSTEMS Screen 4 Setting the Delay between Filters parameter When in the first screen of the Technician Mode press the forward key to the fourth screen the following display appears Upon entry this screen displays the current controller configuration e g Spin Klin 4 filters main valve and delay valve The controller also displays the Delay between Filters Icon At the headline the word SEC appears in the three left digits indicating that the Delay Between Filters parameter in the three right digits is in seconds 1 Pressthe Plus or Minus Keys to set the delay between filters 2 Press the Forward Key to exit this screen and move to the next screen or press the Backward Key to exit this screen and move to the previous screen ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMC Controllers 07 2014 2 AMIAD Wwww amiad com Page 29 of 53 emied WATER SYSTEMS Q Screen 5 Selecting the number of filter units and valves controlled
13. of the filter all conventional safety instructions should be observed in order to avoid danger to the workers the public or to property in the vicinity Please note The filter enters into a flushing mode automatically without early warning Nochange or modification to the equipment is permitted without a written notification given in advance by the manufacturer or by its representative on the manufacturer s behalf Always observe standard safety instructions and good engineering practices whilst working in the filter s vicinity gt Use the filter only for its intended use as designed by Amiad any misuse of the filter may lead to undesired damage and may affect your warranty coverage Please consult with Amiad prior to any non regular use of this equipment Installation General Install the filter according to the detailed Installation Instructions provided with the filter by the manufacturer and according to the description given in this manual gt Make sure to leave enough clearance so as to enable easy access for future treatments and safe maintenance operations The user should arrange suitable lighting at the area of the filter to enable good visibility and safe maintenance Theuser should arrange suitable platforms ladders and safety barriers to enable easy and safe access to the filter without climbing on pipes and other equipment The user should verify that any platform barrier ladder or other such eq
14. to avoid direct water splashing on the electrical components or on the control panel Additional instructions for Amiad Controllers Usethe controller only for its intended use as designed by Amiad any misuse of the controller may lead to undesired damage and may affect your warranty coverage Please consult with Amiad prior to any non regular use of this equipment The terminals enclosure lid of the unit must remain closed at all times Only a qualified technician may remove this lid and only when the controller is properly disconnected from its power source Servicing the unit can be done only by Amiad s qualified technician ON WV Make sure that the filters controlled by the controller are disconnected from the water system whenever servicing the controller ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 4 of 53 CQYamiad WATER SYSTEMS gt Incase the controller is connected to an external AC power supply unit make sure that the power supply connection is done only by a licensed electrician and the connection complies with your local standards for High Voltage out doors connection Warnings Use only the built in transformer In case the controller is supplied with power supply cable connected it the controller is for indoor installations only In order to use the controller for outdoor installation a licensed electrician must disconnect the power supply cable and connect the c
15. 1 of 53 Q amis WATER SYSTEMS Power connection AC Models NOTE Amiad s AMC controller is an outdoor model it is a water and weather IP65 Connecting the controller to the primary power should be done by a licensed electrician following all local codes Improper installation could result in shock or fire hazard This device is not intended for use by young children Never let children play with this device Prior to the installation of the controller please make sure that you are familiar with the safety instructions given in this document and you comply with the instructions given regarding the power supply connection Especially make sure to comply with the following gt Incase the controller is connected to an external AC power supply unit make sure that the power supply connection is done only by a licensed electrician and the connection complies with your local standards for High Voltage out doors connection gt Warnings gt Notice NOTE Amiad s AMC AC controllers are intended to be supplied AC power with a 15A rated over current protective device Use only the built in transformer In case the controller is supplied with a power supply cable connected to it the controller is for indoor installations only If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid hazard In order to use the control
16. Delay valve delay parameter is set move to the next screen Screen 7 in order to enable the Delay valve itself Do this by Pressing the Forward Key MEM iw On F m 0990 1 Pressthe Plus or Minus Keys to enable or disable the delay valve 2 Press the Forward Key to exit this screen and move to the next screen or press the Backward Key to exit this screen and move to the previous screen o 0990 ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 31 of 53 Q amiad WATER SYSTEMS Screen 8 and Screen 9 Setting the Main Downstream Valve and its delay parameter When in Technician Mode press the Forward Key to move to the eighth screen If main valve is needed in this installation site set its delay parameter in this screen at the 3 digits right to the SEC label 1 Move to the SECOOO field and set the require delay parameter using the Plus or Minus Keys Once the Main valve delay parameter is set move to the next screen Screen 9 in order to enable the main valve itself Do this by Pressing the Forward Key 9 L i UN d 5 0900 0666 1 Press the Plus or Minus Keys to set the Main downstream valve 2 Press the Forward Key to exit this screen and move to the next screen or press the Backward Key to exit this screen and move to the previ
17. Page 50 of 53 WATER SYSTEMS Q Installation Instructions Regularly Amiad Controllers are supplied as an integral part of a filtration system therefore they are already installed on the filters with all the outputs and inputs connected For operating the controllers the user is only required to connect them to their designated power supply Butteries and or appropriate wall adapter For the rare cases where the controllers are supplied separately the controller should be installed using a special bracket as shown in the following pictures amiad supplies 4 types of brackets When connecting these brackets to a wall make sure that the wall and the bolts used are capable of holding at least four times the combined weight of the controller and the bracket Spin Klin bracket catalog number 760190 000355 M100 750 1500 bracket catalog number 760190 000356 ARKAL 3FILTOMAT 5 AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 51 of 53 Q amiad WATER SYSTEMS M100 M300 bracket catalog number 760190 000354 TAF bracket catalog number 760190 000354 ARKAL 3FILTOMAT 5 AMIAD Controllers 07 2014 Page 52 of 53 WATER SYSTEMS Sigma bracket catalog number 760109 000141 ARKAL 3FILTOMAT 3 AMIAD lali AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 53 of 53
18. S 12 solenoid controller user interface DAYS A MIN T jc W MANUAL PAUSE QARKAL 2FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Contro Hers 07 2014 Q amiad WATER SYSTEMS Keys Forward key used to scroll forward through the controller screens in a clockwise direction Backward key used to scroll backward through the controller screens in a contra clockwise direction Minus and Plus keys used to edit numerical fields and for setting unsetting graphical elements Arrow key used to move between elements in the current screen and to move through digits or graphical elements within a field Manual key used to start or stop a manual back flushing cycle Pause key used to enter the controller to pause mode and to return it to regular operation mode Headlines left panel side top to bottom 1 Spin Klin when the controller is configured for flushing Spin Klin filters a filter shape appears on the LCD adjacent to this headline 2 M100 M300 when the controller is configured for flushing M100 or M300 filters a filter shape appears on the LCD adjacent to this headline 3 TAF when the controller is configured for flushing TAF filters a filter shape appears on the LCD adjacent to this headline 4 Media when the controller is configured for flushing Media filters a filter shape appears on the LCD adjacent to this headline 5 SIGMA when the controller is configured for flushing SIGMA f
19. Solenoids DP Input dry contact TAF motor output Alarm dry contact up to 0 2A End of Cycle dry contact up to 0 2A AMC 6AC 110V 720101 000554 110VAC 60Hz 6 24VAC Solenoids DP Input dry contact TAF motor output Alarm dry contact up to 0 2A End of Cycle dry contact up to 0 2A AMC 12DC 720101 000520 D batteries 12 12VDC Latch Solenoids DP Input dry contact or 7 2VDC 1A Alarm dry contact up to 0 2A external DC wall End of Cycle dry contact up to 0 2A adapter AMC 12AC 230V EU 12 24VAC Solenoids DP Input dry contact Alarm dry contact up to 0 2A End of Cycle dry contact up to 0 2A 12 230V IL 720101 000558 230VAC 50Hz 12 24VAC Solenoids DP Input dry contact Alarm dry contact up to 0 2A End of Cycle dry contact up to 0 2A 12 110V 720101 000557 110VAC 60Hz 12 24VAC Solenoids DP Input dry contact Alarm dry contact up to 0 2A End of Cycle dry contact up to 0 2A For additional details please see Annex C Terminal strips drawings amp Installation instructions Installation Regularly Amiad Controllers are supplied as an integral part of a filtration system therefore they are already installed on the filters with all the outputs and inputs connected For operating the controllers the user is only required to connect them to their designated power supply Batteries and or appropriate wall adapter For the rare cases where the controllers are supplied separately please see Anne
20. by the controller When in the first screen of the Technician Mode press the forward key to the fifth screen the following disply appears Upon entry this screen displays the controller s type of filter and the number of filter units already configured Press the Arrow Key to move through the available filters up to 6 or 12 depends on the model Move to the desired filter the icon starts blinking for 10 seconds While the icon is blinking press the Plus Key to select enable it or press the Minus Key to unselect disable it Set the number of desired filter units Press the Forward Key to exit this screen and move to the next screen or press the Backward Key to exit this screen and move to the previous screen E a c Please Note There is no need to enable the filters in consecutive order If required a setting of four operational filters can be configured as 1 4 6 7 as well as 1 2 3 4 ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 30 of 53 Q amiad WATER SYSTEMS Screen 6 and Screen 7 Setting the Delay Valve and its delay parameter When in Technician Mode press the Forward Key to move to the sixth screen If needed in this installation site set the delay parameter in this screen at the 3 digits right to the SEC label 1 Move to the SECOOO field and set the require delay parameter using the Plus or Minus Keys Once the
21. ction lifting welding etc is done by qualified workers technicians contractors and in accordance with the relevant local standards While using lifting equipment make sure that the filter or the lifted part is chained securely and in a safe manner Donotleave lifted equipment if there is no necessity Avoid working below lifted equipment Wear a safety helmet while using lifting equipment Make sure that the flooring is sloped for drainage avoid accumulation of liquids ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 5 of 53 CQYamiad WATER SYSTEMS Commissioning Readcarefully the Commissioning and the First Start up Operation instructions prior to any attempt to operate the filter gt order to achieve maximum performance and smooth operation of the filter it is crucial to perform the Startup and First Operation procedures exactly as described in this manual Commissioning the filter should be done by an authorized Amiad technician do not attempt to commission the filter unaccompanied since this may lead to undesired damage and may affect your warranty coverage Operation and Control Donotoperate the filter before reading carefully and being familiar with its operation instructions gt Observe the safety stickers on the filter and never perform any operation contradicting the instructions given gt Never operate or use the filter for purposes other than its origi
22. cycle starts ARKAL 3FILTOMAT 3 AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 WWwW amiad com Page 25 of 53 CQYamiad WATER SYSTEMS Technician mode Configuring the basic controller configuration is done via Technician Mode as described in the following paragraphs Entering the Technician Mode screens Enter to Technician Mode by simultaneously pressing the Plus Minus and Manual keys for 5 seconds from the main user screen When in Technician Mode 60 seconds without any key pressed automatically returns the controller to regular operation mode Screen 1 Selecting the filter type When entering Technician Mode the following screen appears Spin Klin M100 M300 TAF Media SIGMA High Flow Batteries Upon entry this screen displays the current controller configuration e g Spin Klin 1 Pressthe Plus or Minus Keys to select the filter type 2 Press the Forward Key to exit this screen and move to the next screen or press the Backward Key to exit this screen and move to the previous screen Note TAF filters cannot be configured in 12 solenoid controllers ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 26 of 53 Q amiad WATER SYSTEMS Screen 2 Resetting the flush counter When in the first screen of the Technician Mode press the forward to the second screen the following display appears RESET D 5 0660
23. d by a single 12 solenoid controller is 12 where neither Main Valve nor Delay Valve are configured 11 where a Main Valve or a Delay Valve is configured and 10 where a Main Valve and a Delay Valve are configured 3 1 1 A battery of filters WITHOUT Main or Delay Valves Starting the flushing cycle s DP signal Once a signal from the DP switch is received the controller starts to count down the DP delay time see your filter s times table If the signal remains present until the end of the countdown a flushing cycle starts s Time parameter By the end of each flushing cycle the controller starts to count down the Time between Flushes Parameter see your filter s times table Once this parameter is counted down to zero a flushing cycle starts Please note that if a flushing cycle is started by a different trigger i e a DP signal or manual start command the controller re sets the countdown of the time between flushes parameter and starts to count it again Manual Start The user initiates a flushing cycle by pressing Manual button on the controller s keyboard The flushing cycle s Solenoid valve number 1 is switched on the flushing of the first filter of the battery starts and the controller starts to count down the Flushing Time parameter see your filter s times table J Once this parameter is counted down to zero the solenoid of the first filter is switched off and the process moves to the next stage s The controller counts down t
24. d splashing and water leakage to minimize slippage electrification or damage to the equipment caused by moisture While using lifting equipment make sure that the filter or the lifted part is chained securely and in a safe manner Donotleave lifted equipment if there is no necessity Avoid working below lifted equipment gt Wear a safety helmet goggles gloves and any other personal safety equipment required by the local standards and regulations gt Human entry into a filter must be done in accordance with the relevant local safety instructions standards and regulations for working in hazardous environment Manualcleaning of filter media using high water pressure or steam should be performed in accordance with the cleaning system instructions the local standards and regulations and without endangering the operator or the vicinity gt Manual cleaning of filter element using acid or other chemical agents should be performed in accordance with the relevant material safety instructions the local standards and regulations and without endangering the operator or his vicinity ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD n AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 6 of 53 Q amiad WATER SYSTEMS Before returning to regular operation Re assemble any protection covers or protection mechanisms removed during service or maintenance operations Make sure that all the tools ladders lifting devices etc used during the maintenance procedur
25. desired time interval 2 Flush Interval Adjacent to this headline and depending on the controller status the LCD controller shows a Delta T indication icon This icon appears during filtering not flushing and is switched off during flushing 3 Flush Counter Adjacent to this headline the controller displays the number of flush cycles performed since the last reset of the counter 4 Delta P on Adjacent to this headline and depending on the controller status the LCD controller shows a Delta P indication icon This icon appears whenever the DP sensor that is connected to the system sends a high DP signal to the controller 5 Alert Adjacent to this headline the controller may show one or two of the following icons a battery icon for indicating a low battery status and or a DP icon indicating a DP fault status or too many consecutive flush cycles due to high DP When the controller s power supply is switched on a screen similar to the following screen appears the actual screen depends on the controller configuration filters type and number HRS MIN EUG GONE ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 16 of 53 CQYamiad WATER SYSTEMS 5 Entering Data This controller is pre configured at the factory so for regular operation there is no need to change anything However two modes of entering changing data exist in the software User mode and Technician mode The user may change the fol
26. e order 3 Press the Forward Key to exit this screen and move to the next screen or press the Backward Key to exit this screen and move to the previous screen ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD Controllers 07 2014 Page 33 of 53 Q amiad WATER SYSTEMS Sc reen 11 Setting the DP Delay Time parameter When in Technician Mode press the Forward Key to move to the eleventh screen Upon entry this screen displays the current controller configuration e g Spin Klin 4 filters main valve and delay valve The controller also displays the DP Delay Icon At the 3 left digits the word SEC appears indicating that the DP Delay parameter in the 2 right digits is in seconds 1 Pressthe Plus or Minus Keys to set the DP delay 2 Press the Forward Key to exit this screen and move to the next screen or press the Backward Key to exit this screen and move to the previous screen ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD 07 2014 WWwW amiad com Page 34 of 53 Q amiad WATER SYSTEMS Setting the controller to its Factory Defaults This action can be done only when in Technician Mode and it is used for resetting the controller to its factory default parameters When in Technician Mode press the Forward Key to the second screen the flush counter screen I i G Ti CC CC CC m
27. e sure that the relay operating the pump control loop draws no more than 0 5 Ampere from the Main valve output Delay Valve The controllers are capable of operating one of their outputs as a Delay Valve together with the flushing filter for example delay Valve can be used for sampling the flushing water or for controlling an Air pressure operated back flush system Alarm Output The controllers are equipped with a special dry contact output up to 0 2 Ampere that is switched on in case of a system fault ARKAL K 2FILTOMAT 53 AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 8 of 53 Q amiad WATER SYSTEMS End of cycle chaining output The controllers are equipped with a special dry contact output up to 0 2 Ampere that is switched on for 5 seconded at the end of each flushing cycle This output can be chained to the DP input of another controller for starting a flush cycle on that controller in a sequence to the first controller See Annex A Models Specifications All models are rated IP65 Model ID Power Supply e AMC 6DC 720101 000477 AXType D batteries 6 12VDC Latch Solenoids DP Input dry contact or 7 2VDC 1A Alarm dry contact up to 0 2A external DC wall End of Cycle dry contact up to 0 2A adapter AMC 6AC 230V IL 720101 000555 230VAC 50Hz 6 24VAC Solenoids DP Input dry contact TAF motor output Alarm dry contact up to 0 2A End of Cycle dry contact up to 0 2A AMC 6AC 230V EU 720101 000556 230VAC 50Hz 6 24VAC
28. es are taken away from the filter area and stored gt norderto return the filter to regular operation follow the First Start up Operation instructions as detailed in your user manual For filters used in potable water systems it is required to disinfect the filter according to the local water authority standards and regulations before putting it back to service ARKAL 3FILTOMAT Controllers 2 AMIAD 07 2014 WWW amiad com Page 7 of 53 Q amiad WATER SYSTEMS 2 General Description Amiad s AMC FLUSHING CONTROLLERS are electronic devices capable of controlling the back flush process of various automatic filter models installed in various configurations The configuration of these controllers is factory defined according to the filtration systems types to be controlled Due to the pre defined controller parameters the installation operation monitoring and maintenance of these controllers is easy and simple while ensuring reliable long term operation These controllers are capable of controlling 6 or 12 Solenoids which enable them to operate the following types of filters e Arkal Spin Klin Automatic Disc Filters batteries up to 12 units each Filtomat M100 M300 Automatic Screen Filters batteries up to 12 units each Single Amiad TAF unit or battery of TAF H Automatic Filters up to 12 units each 6 solenoid models only Gravel media filters batteries up to 12 units each SIGMA Automatic Screen Fil
29. for closing the delay valve by subtracting the Delay valve delay parameter form the Flushing Time parameter Once the countdown of the Flushing Time parameter reaches this point the Delay valve closes and the controller starts to countdown the Delay valve delay again When this parameter is counted down to zero the solenoid Valve number 2 is switched off and the controller moves to the next stage The controller continues to flush the rest of the filters in the battery the same manner the last valve solenoid is switched off the controller switches off the Main Valve solenoid and the flushing cycle ends ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 12 of 53 emied WATER SYSTEMS 4 The User Interface Panel Amiad s Flushing Controller User Interface Panel consists of 1 Display screen a rectangular LCD display See picture below 2 Keyboard a 7 keys keyboard forward backward minus plus arrow manual and pause 3 Headlines along the left and right edges of the LCD screen some headlines are printed on the panel surface 6 solenoid controller user interface DAYS HRS MIN 0 0 6 0 i 2 1 dolus tar C Dim 5890 99 wo P S H 5 lt e gt D MANUAL PAUSE QARKAL 2FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 13 of 53 WATER SYSTEM
30. g the flushing end of for the DP signal flushing cycles process per single a filter and the to remain ON until filter in the system flushing start of the controller the consecutive responds by filter in the battery activating the flushing cycle High Flow Batteries Parameter Time between Flushing Time Delay Between PD Delay Time flush cycles Filters 180 seconds 10 seconds 40 seconds Description Set the time The duration of The delay between The time required between scheduled the back flushing the flushing end of for the DP signal flushing cycles process per single a filter and the to remain ON until filter in the system flushing start of the controller the consecutive responds by filter in the battery activating the flushing cycle The following table displays the settings resolution and the range of the flushing program parameters Parameter Minimal Value Maximal Value Settings Resolution Time between flush cycles 99 days Flushing Time 399 seconds Main Downstream Valve Delay PD Delay Time ARKAL 3FILTOMAT 5 AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 19 of 53 WATER SYSTEMS 7 Monitoring During the regular operation of the controller it is possible to Monitor the current status of the controller sk Read information on past activities of the system s Perform manual operation and intervene in the flushing process The main screen of the contr
31. he Between Filters Delay parameter see your filter s times table and once this count reaches zero the controller switches on the solenoid of the second filter of the battery and starts to count down again the Flushing Time parameter Once the flushing process of the second filter is finished the controller counts again the delay between filters and starts the flushing of the next filter This process continues until the last filter is flushed and the flushing cycle is ended ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 10 of 53 CQYamiad WATER SYSTEMS 3 1 2 battery of filters WITH a Main Valve Starting the flushing cycle The same as section 3 1 1 above The flushing cycle 4 The Main Valve solenoid is switched on and closes the battery s Main or Downstream Valve The controller counts down the Delay Main Valve Close parameter see your filter s times table Once this count reaches zero the process moves to the next stage Solenoid valve number 1 is switched on the flushing of the first filter of the battery starts and the controller starts to count down the Flushing Time parameter see your filter s times table Once this parameter is counted down to zero the solenoid of the first filter is switched off and the process moves to the next stage The controller counts down the Between Filters Delay parameter see your filter s times table and once this count reaches zero the co
32. ice by Amiad This document does not replace any certified drawing procedure or information provided by Amiad in reference to a specific customer site or project All rights reserved ARKAL 3FILTOMAT 5 AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 2 of 53 CQYamiad WATER SYSTEMS Introduction amp How to use this manual Amiad s AC DC AMC FLUSHING CONTROLLERS are electronic devices capable of controlling the back flush process of various automatic filter models installed in various configurations Amiad s AMC SOLENOIDS FLUSHING CONTROLLERS supplied in three basic configurations DC controller 110VAC controller and 230VAC controller and in two solenoid configurations 6 and 12 solenoids This document is the user manual of these models and it describes their configuration and the operation procedures Before operating the controller please read this manual carefully Make sure that e You are familiar with the safety instructions e You know how to use the control s User Interface panel This manual consists of the following chapters Ls io yi IK On TTE 4 2 General Description Capabilities Configuration options Types of controlled filters 7 3 Flushing methods Flushing sequences possible with the 1 44 9 4 The User Interface Panel How to use the 1
33. ilters a filter shape appears on the LCD adjacent to this headline 6 High Flow Batteries when the controller is configured for flushing High flow batteries a filter shape appears on the LCD adjacent to this headline 7 Main Delay Valve when the controller is configured with a Main Valve and or a Delay Valve a valve shape with the letter M and or a valve shape with the letter D appears on the LCD adjacent to this headline 8 No of Filters This controller can control up to 12 filters Adjacent to this headline the LCD controller shows up to 12 filter shapes marked with the number 1 12 In accordance with the actual number of configured filters the LCD shows the filters configured Please note that it is not necessary to configure the filters in a sequence therefore in a system with two filters that are configured at solenoids 1 and 4 the LCD shows two filter shapes on this line one with the number 1 and the other with the number 4 ARKAL K 2FILTOMAT 53 AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 15 of 53 CQYamiad WATER SYSTEMS Headlines right panel side top to bottom 1 Mode Display During filtering Not flushing the controller shows the time left to the beginning of the next flushing cycle adjacent to this headline During flushing the controller shows the time left until the end of the current filter flushing process and during programming the controller displays a field enabling the operator to enter the
34. it provides a command pulse to an external alarm device The alarm is activated in two cases When selected number of consecutive flushing cycles have taken place due to continuous differential pressure input signal which usually occurs when the filters are clogged End of Cycle This output is a Dry Contact Relay a free potential contact it provides a command pulse for 5 seconds and can be used to chain controllers See Annex A for details Inputs See the terminal connection drawing in Annex B below D P This is the connection to the differential pressure switch TAF Motor Control The AC models feature an ability to control the operation of TAF filters motor S7115GX TCE SPG ARKAL K 2FILTOMAT 53 AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 37 of 53 WATER SYSTEMS External Power supply DC models 6 12 VDC The connection terminal of the DC models is used to connect when available a 7 2 12 VDC 1000 milliamp external power supply unit to the controller Once such external power supply is connected the internal batteries of the controller are used only for a back up and not for the actual operation of the controller ARKAL 3FILTOMAT Controllers 07 2014 AMIAD WWwW amiad com Page 38 of 53 WATER SYSTEMS nstalling and replacing the batteries DC Models Please note Replacing the batteries procedure in the DC 6 and the DC 12 controllers i
35. ler for outdoor installation a licensed electrician must disconnect the power supply cable and connect the controller according to the instructions given in the installation chapter of this document and in compliance with all the safety instructions and the local standards for High Voltage out door connection If the plug doesn t comply with your local regulation it must be replaced with suitable plug by licensed electrician only It is necessary to connect a two pole switch between the 110VAC 230VAC power supply and the controller The 110VAC 230VAC supply point the circuit and connection to the transformer must be performed according to Field Electrical Regulations by a licensed electrician who is accredited with a license according to the Electrical Bill and security requirements When using an internal transformer minimal wire diameter must be 0 7mm Check with standard measuring equipment that there is no voltage in the electric circuit Never cut connect or disconnect any wire at the controller s vicinity Make sure that the controller is not exposed to water splashes Keep the keyboard cover closed at all times when not using the keyboard Make sure that the cable pass at the lower housing wall of the controller is directed downwards Q ARKAL 3FILTOMAT 5 AMIAD Controllers 07 2014 42 0153 amiad WATER SYSTEMS AC Controller power connection Route an AC power cable a
36. llation Terminal Strips drawings Amiad Flushing Controller Model AMC 6DC C ALRM VDC 17 2 12 OUT DC IN op V v2 v4 V5 V6 2 3 B D IDII B D Q OQ IQ I QO Q IO QO Q Q 1 BROWN 2 BLUE BLACK RED e30Vv 1evDC ADAPTER 1000mA WIIC DP RED BLAK RED BLAK RED BLAK 3FILTOMAT 3 AMIAD Controllers 07 2014 WWW amiad com Page 45 of 53 Q amiad WATER SYSTEMS Amiad Flushing Controller Model AMC 6AC 230V 2
37. lowing parameters only 1 2 Set the flushing duration of the filters Set the time interval of the flushing by time parameter A technician may also change the following parameters 1 x OQ uU BUM Set the filters type select one of 5 options Selecting the number of filters controlled by the controller Set the DP delay time Set the Ignore DP Fault parameter and the number of continuous flush cycles to fault Selecting a Main valve Set the Main valve open time Selecting a Delay Valve Set the open time and the delay time of the Delay Valve Reset the controller to factory default 10 Set the delay between filters time 11 Perform outputs check 12 Reset the flush counter Two types of data entry are possible in this controller entering numerical data and graphically selecting data items Numerical data entry is done by using the Arrow key and the Plus and Minus Keys Move to the desired digit with the Arrow key and change it with the Plus Minus Keys Press the Forward key to save the new number to the controller s memory Please note that when the numerical data is changed but the user remains in the screen the new value will also be automatically saved to the controller s memory after 5 seconds In graphical data entry the Arrow Key is used for moving along the possible options the graphic icons and the Plus Minus Keys are used to enable or disable the blinking option ARKAL 3FILTOMAT 2 AMIAD AMC C
38. lve Close parameter see your filter s times table Once this count reaches zero the process moves to the next stage Solenoid valve number 1 is switched on the flushing of the first filter of the battery starts and the controller starts to count down the Flushing Time parameter see your filter s times table The controller also starts to count down the Delay valve delay parameter see your filter s times table once this parameter is counted down to zero the solenoid of the Delay Valve is switched on and the process moves to the next stage s The controller calculates the time for closing the delay valve by subtracting the Delay valve delay parameter form the Flushing Time parameter Once the countdown of the Flushing Time parameter reaches this point the Delay valve closes and the controller starts to countdown the Delay valve delay again When this parameter is counted down to zero the solenoid Valve number 1 is switched off and the controller moves to the next stage s Solenoid valve number 2 is switched on the flushing of the second filter of the battery starts and the controller starts to count down the Flushing Time parameter see your filter s times table The controller also starts to count down the Delay valve delay parameter see your filter s times table once this parameter is counted down to zero the solenoid of the Delay Valve is switched on and the process moves to the next stage s The controller calculates the time
39. nal design and operational envelope Maintenance Before any maintenance or non regular operation please read the following Servicing the filter should be done only by technicians authorized by Amiad Disconnect the filter from the power supply and lock the Main Power Switch Disconnect the compressed air supply release the residual pressure and lock the Pneumatics Main Valve V Disconnect the filter from the water system by closing and securing the Manual Inlet Valve In cases where the downstream piping network is pressurized close and secure the Manual Outlet Valve Release the residual water pressure by opening the Pressure Release Drainage Valve Empty the filter by opening the Drainage Valve In hot water systems wait till the filter components cool off to a safe temperature Place warning signs around the work area as required by the local standards and procedures Inspect the filter s safety stickers and replace any damaged faded sticker Mechanical When working on the filter use only appropriate standard tools gt Always open and close valves slowly and gradually Remove grease and fat material residues in order to avoid slipping gt Before disconnecting the filter from the water supply electricity and pneumatics and before releasing the filter s residual pressure do NOT unscrew bolts o remove any protection cover open any service port flange Avoi
40. nd conduit through the conduit opening at the bottom side of the cabinet Connect the wires to the transformer wires located inside the cabinet The Controller units are supplied with a built in terminal strip Always use a UL listed conduit adapter when installing the AC wiring See Annex B for the appropriate installation drawing AC Solenoids Valves power connection Regularly Amiad Controllers are supplied as an integral part of a filtration system therefore they are already installed on the filters with all the outputs and inputs connected For the rare cases where the controllers are supplied separately the solenoids valves should be wired according to following instructions 1 Route valve wires between control valve location and controller 2 Atthe solenoids valves attach a common wire to each solenoid s common wire Attach a separate control wire to the remaining wire of each solenoid valve All wire splice connections should be done using waterproof connectors 3 Route valve wires through the conduit and attach conduit to one of the openings on the bottom of the cabinet Strip some insulation from the ends of all wires and secure each valve s common wire to its designated COM Common terminal Attach all individual valve control wires to their appropriate station terminals See Annex B for the appropriate installation drawing ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMC Controllers AMIAD 07 2014 WWW amiad com Page 43
41. ng The time left until the closing of the currently opened valve Note when the actual time left is less than a minute the controller displays 1 minute When the time left is between 1 and 2 minutes the controller displays 2 minutes 5 Indication that the controller is in flushing mode pum The Flush Counter screens of the controller Press the forward key until this screen appears There are four flush counter screens In order to display these screens press the next screen button right arrow key at the counter s main screen and repeat this operation for the four counter screens The first screen displays the total number of flush cycles performed by this controller up to 6 digits Note the counter is not reset to zero even when changing the filters type of the controller Resetting the counter can be done only upon resetting the controller to its factory defaults or through the technician screens EE is O 22 v cn Utd A vce i md qs Q ARKAL 3FILTOMAT 5 AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 21 of 53 WATER SYSTEMS The second screen displays the number of flush cycles triggered by a DP signal The third screen displays the number of flush cycles triggered by the controller s time interval parameter The fourth screen displays the number of flush cycles triggered by a manual start flush command www armiad com AMIAD ARKAL 3FILTOMAT Cont
42. ntroller switches on the solenoid of the second filter of the battery and starts to count down again the Flushing Time parameter Once the flushing process of the second filter is finished the controller counts again the delay between filters and starts the flushing of the next filter This process continues until the last filter is flushed and its solenoid is switched off The Main Valve solenoid is switched off and the flushing cycle ends 3 1 3 A battery of filters WITH a Delay Valve Starting the flushing cycle s same asin section 3 1 1 above The flushing cycle s Solenoid valve number 1 is switched on the flushing of the first filter of the battery starts and the controller starts to count down the Flushing Time parameter see your filter s times table The controller also starts to count down the Delay valve delay parameter see your filter s times table once this parameter is counted down to zero the solenoid of the Delay Valve is switched on and the process moves to the next stage sk The controller calculates the time for closing the delay valve by subtracting the Delay valve delay parameter form the Flushing Time parameter Once the countdown of the Flushing Time parameter reaches this point the Delay valve closes and the controller starts to countdown the Delay valve delay again When this parameter is counted down to zero the solenoid Valve number 1 is switched off and the controller moves to the next stage
43. oller This screen shows the current status of the controller Filtering Mode When the system is in filtering mode Not flushing the main screen shows the following parameters 11 19 HRS MIN a x 1 M 1 1 Thetype of the filtration system controlled by this controller 2 Main Valve and Delay valve appear only if configured for this installation 3 Thenumber of filters in the battery controlled by this controller 4 The time left until the next scheduled flush cycle When the time is less than a day the Days head line and counter disappear 5 Indication that the controller is monitoring the time between flush cycles parameter 6 Indication that the differential pressure sensor sends a high differential pressure signal to the controller 7 Faults indications appear only when these faults exist low battery indication and DP sensor fault ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD Controllers 07 2014 Page 20 of 53 WATER SYSTEMS Flushing Mode When the system is flushing the main screen shows the T The type of the filtration system controlled by this controller Main Valve and Delay valve appear only when opened The number of filters in the battery controlled by this controller the flushing filter icon is blinki
44. ontroller according to the instructions given in the installation chapter of this document and in compliance with all the safety instructions and the local standards for High Voltage out door connection If the plug does comply with your local regulation it must be replaced with suitable plug by licensed electrician only Notice It is necessary to connect a two pole switch between the 110VAC 230VAC power supply and the controller o 110VAC 230V4C supply point the circuit and connection to the transformer must be performed according to Field Electrical Regulations by a licensed electrician who is accredited with a license according to the Electrical Bill and security requirements gt When using an internal transformer minimal wire diameter must 0 7mm Check with standard measuring equipment that there is no voltage in the electric circuit gt Never cut connect or disconnect any wire at the controller s vicinity Make sure that the controller is not exposed to water splashes Keepthe keyboard cover closed at all times when not using the keyboard Pneumatics gt Install a lockable main cut off switch featured with a pressure release mechanism on the compressed air supply line close to the control panel gt Ifthe control panel is installed far away and there is no eye contact with the filter a lockable compressed air cut off switch featured with a pressure release mechanism should be in
45. ontrollers 07 2014 WWW amiad com Page 17 of 53 CQYamiad WATER SYSTEMS 6 Flushing Program This controller is pre configured at the factory so for regular operation there is no need to change anything The flushing program is pre configured according to the specific filter type selected during the initial set up of the controller at the factory or by Amiad technician The following tables display the default flushing programs of the different filters that this controller can operate please refer to the table that resembles your filtration system Spin Klin filters Parameter Time between Flushing Time Delay Between PD Delay Time flush cycles scr _ BH the time 25 duration of The delay between The time between scheduled the back flushing the flushing end of for the DP signal flushing cycles process per single a filter and the to remain ON until filter in the system flushing start of the controller the consecutive responds by filter in the battery activating the flushing cycle 100 M300 filters Parameter Time between Flushing Time Delay Between PD Delay Time _ flush MEO UA MN the time 15 duration of THES Benson ET time quem between scheduled the back flushing the flushing end of for the DP signal flushing cycles process per single a filter and the to remain ON until filter in the system flushing start of the controller the consecutive responds by filter in
46. orming 1 9 such cycles depend on the controller s configuration the controller enters to DP fault This indicates a clogged filter or a faulty DP sensor Check the filter and manually clean it check the sensor and if necessary replace it and then press the Manual key for 5 seconds to exit the fault and resume the controller operation Low Battery When the controller displays the Low Battery Icon stop its operation and replace the battery with a new one see chapter 10 Technical Data for battery replacing instructions ARKAL K 2FILTOMAT 53 AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 23 of 53 CQYamiad WATER SYSTEMS 9 Configuration Amiad s flushing controller can configured for operation with various filter types furthermore the operation parameters of each such filter type can be changed according to the specific conditions at the actual installation site Changing the filter basic configuration or operation parameters are done via two separated modes Operator Mode and Technician Mode User mode The user may change the following parameters Selecting the time interval of the flushing program When in the main screen of the controller press the Forward Key once the following screen appears DAYS HRS MIN I Upon entry this screen displays the current time interval settings 1 Press the Arrow Key to move through the digits Move to the desired digit the digit starts to blink
47. ous screen ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 32 of 53 CQYamiad WATER SYSTEMS Screen 10 Setting the DP Fault parameter When in Technician Mode press the Forward Key to move to the tenth screen Upon entry this screen displays the current controller configuration e g Spin Klin 4 filters main valve and delay valve The controller also displays the DP Fault Delay Icon and the activation status of the fault e g OFF DP fault is not enabled 1 Pressthe Plus or Minus Keys to set the DP fault a Off The controller does not check the DP sensor for faults and will never enter to DP fault b 1 controller checks the DP sensor for faults and will enter to DP fault if the DP signal remains high at the end of a flushing cycle for 1 consecutive flush c On2 the controller checks the DP sensor for faults and will enter to DP fault if the DP signal remains high at the end of a flushing cycle for 2 consecutive flush d On3 the controller checks the DP sensor for faults and will enter to DP fault if the DP signal remains high at the end of a flushing cycle for 3 consecutive flush f On9 the controller checks the DP sensor for faults and will enter to DP fault if the DP signal remains high at the end of a flushing cycle for 9 consecutive flush 2 Pressthe Minus Key to go through the options in revers
48. rollers WATER SYSTEMS Manual Operations This operator can perform the following manual operations Starting a Flushing Cycle Press the Manual key on the keyboard for 5 seconds This starts new flushing cycle Stopping a Flushing Cycle when the controller is in flushing mode pressing the Manual key for 5 seconds stops the current flush cycle immediately s Exit DP Fault when the controller is in DP fault mode pressing the Manual key for 5 seconds resets the fault mode Pausing the controller operation Press the Pause key on the keyboard for 5 seconds for pausing the controller s operation If this manual operation is done when the controller is in filtering mode it enters to Pause mode immediately If this manual operation is done when the controller is in flushing mode the flushing cycle ends immediately and the controller enters to Pause mode s Resuming the controller operation Press the Pause key on the keyboard for 5 seconds for resuming the controller s operation Once resumed the controller starts to count the time interval again 8 Handling faults DP Fault Amiad s flushing controller can detect and respond to filter clogs This is done by monitoring the status of the signal By the end of the flush cycle the controller monitors the DP signal for 30 seconds if during this period the DP signal remains high the controller starts another flushing cycle After perf
49. s the same The following pictures depict the battery replacement of the DC 6 model The controller is powered by four 1 5V D type batteries The unit starts to operate automatically when inserting the batteries Alternatively an external 7 2 12V DC supply can be connected to the power connection terminal Labeled as 7 2 12DC In on the terminal board circuit board If an external power supply is connected while a set of batteries is installed the batteries are served as a backup and are not in use as long as the external power supply is connected In order to install or replace the batteries E Open the Controller s lid ill FILTOMAT AMIAD esse WWwW amiad com AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 39 of 53 1omied WATER SYSTEMS Unscrew the two bolts and remove the batteries compartment lid j n M Pull out the batteries holder and Insert or replace 4 D type 1 5VDC batteries according to the and marks on the compartment DURACELL thaw TTY LA lw l ARKAL 2FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 40 of 53 emiad WATER SYSTEMS E Insert the battery holder back to the battery compartment Make sure that the red and black wires are not jammed Reassemble the battery compartment lid and the keyboard lid in reverse order ARKAL AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 4
50. stalled near each filter unit Theuser should make sure that the compressed air supplied to the filter never exceeds the maximum designated pressure for this filter An air pressure reduction valve should be installed on the compressed air supply line upstream of the filter s pneumatic inlet port Hydraulics Extra safety devices should be installed on hot water applications to avoid skin burn danger Theuser should install a manual Water Cut off Valve next to the filter s inlet port gt In cases where the downstream piping network downstream of the filter is pressurized an additional manual Water Cut off Valve should be installed next to the filter outlet port Theuser should make sure that the system includes a Pressure Release Drainage Valve to enable release of residual pressure prior to any maintenance procedure performed on the filter Theuser should make sure that the filter is never exposed to water pressure exceeding the maximum designated pressure for this filter if needed a Pressure Reduction Valve should be installed upstream of the filter s water inlet port Please note that the maximum working pressure indicated at the filter s specifications table includes the pressure caused by fluid hammer and pressure surge effects Civil Engineering Make sure that the filter installation is done by Amiad qualified technicians Make sure that any civil engineering work at the installation site such as constru
51. ters batteries up to 12 units each High Flow filtration systems batteries up to 12 units each The operation method of these filters is similar however the timings of the various operation stages vary according to the filter type as described in the flushing methods chapter This controller supports flushing processes that can be triggered by s Differential Pressure DP signal Time Interval parameter Manual Start command Beside the filters outputs and the DP input the controller is also capable of controlling the following additional functions Main Downstream Valve replaces one of the 6 maximum filter units outputs Delay Valve replaces one of the 6 or 12 maximum filter units outputs Alarm output End of cycle chaining output fff The controllers enclosures are made of ABS and are designed for outdoor use IP 65 Additional functions description Main Downstream Valve The controllers are capable of operating one of their outputs as a main or downstream valve Downstream Valve is usually installed at the outlet port of the filtration system It is energized during the back flush process in order to ensure sufficient water pressure during flushing A Main Valve enables the operation of a valve or a pump through a dry contact latch relay for increasing the pressure or supplying additional water source during the flushing process Note in case of a pump connected to the Main Valve output it is important to mak
52. the battery activating the flushing cycle TAF filters Parameter Time between Flushing Time Delay Between PD Delay Time Filters m gi the time Hs duration of iy time equines between scheduled the back flushing the flushing end of for the DP signal flushing cycles process per single a filter and the to remain ON until filter in the system flushing start of the controller the consecutive responds by filter in the battery activating the flushing cycle Only TAF H ARKAL 3FILTOMAT 5 AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 18 of 53 WATER SYSTEMS Media Sand Gravel filters Parameter Time between Flushing Time Delay Between PD Delay Time flush cycles Filters Set point _ 8hours 180 seconds 10 seconds Description Set the time The duration of The delay between The time required between scheduled the back flushing the flushing end of for the DP signal flushing cycles process per single a filter and the to remain ON until filter in the system flushing start of the controller the consecutive responds by filter in the battery activating the flushing cycle SIGMA filters Parameter Time between Flushing Time Delay Between PD Delay Time flush cycles Filters Set point 8hours 30seconds 10seconds 3seconds Description Set the time The duration of The delay between The time required between scheduled the back flushin
53. uipment is built installed and used in accordance with the relevant local authorized standards gt Check and re tighten all bolts during commissioning and after the first week of operation Use only appropriate standard tools and equipment operated by qualified operators when installing operating and maintaining the filter gt When installation is required in hazardous environment sites underground or high above ground make sure that the site design and the auxiliary equipment are appropriate and that installation procedures are carried out in accordance with the relevant standards and regulations Ensure walking areas about the installation are slip free when wet Shipment and transporting Shipping and transporting the filter must be done in a safe and stable manner and in accordance with the relevant standards and regulations gt Forshipping lifting and positioning the filter use only approved lifting equipment and authorized employees and contractors Electricity General Electric wiring should be performed by an authorized electrician only using standardized and approved components gt Install a lockable main power cut off switch close to the control panel gt If due to site constraints the control panel is installed without a clear line of sight of the filter an additional lockable power disconnect cut off switch should be installed near each filter unit Installation of the filter should be performed
54. x C Terminal strips drawings amp Installation instructions for detailed installation instructions ARKAL 3FILTOMAT AMIAD AMC Controllers 07 2014 Page 9 of 53 Q amiad WATER SYSTEMS 3 Flushing Methods This chapter lists and describes the sequence of operation of the flushing methods that can be operated by using Amiad Flushing Controllers The following is a description of the sequence of operation for each possible method without providing the time duration of each stage in the described method The actual time duration of each such stage depends on the filter type selected by the technician during the installation of the controller Therefore please refer to the timetable that fits your specific filtration system See Chapter 7 3 1 Controlling a Battery of Filters A battery of filters consists of 1 6 or 1 12 filters installed on the same manifold and serves the same water system where a single Amiad Flushing Controller controls the system This arrangement allows a sequential flushing process where only one filter flushes at a time and the filters are flushed one after the other Please note 1 The maximal number of filters in a battery controlled by a single 6 solenoid controller is 6 where neither Main Valve nor Delay Valve are configured 5 where a Main Valve or a Delay Valve is configured and 4 where a Main Valve and a Delay Valve are configured 2 The maximal number of filters in a battery controlle
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