6. Operation
The dosing tank is not operated. Within the system, it simply
serves as a reservoir for storage and dosing of the medium.
All the system components must be ready for
operation.
Caution
Follow the installation and operating instructions for
the components and the dosing pump used.
Warning
Never reach into the dosing tank when the electric
stirrer is running.
The rotating propeller and mixing shaft may result in
serious injuries.
Before switching on the electric stirrer, fill the dosing
tank with dosing medium to at least 20 cm above the
propeller.
Caution
If this is not done, turbulence may occur when
stirring and the mixing shaft may be damaged.
The point at the top of suction unit where the suction
line and level cable emerge must not be blocked or
sealed.
Caution
Air must enter there, in order to compensate for
pressure in the dosing tank.
7. Maintenance
The dosing tank requires no maintenance.
Observe the installation and operating instructions
Caution
for the components used.
7.1 Cleaning
Clean the dosing tank and components, if necessary.
Warning
When dosing dangerous media, observe the
corresponding safety precautions.
Wear protective clothing (gloves and goggles).
7.2 Service
Warning
All service work must be carried out by authorised
and qualified personnel.
Should a fault arise please provide an accurate description of the
problem.
Please refer to the nameplate for the technical data.
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8. Accessories, spare parts
Replace faulty accessories by new ones. Information on
accessories is available on www.grundfos.com or in the data
booklets:
•
Accessories for dosing pumps
•
SMART Digital, DDA, DDC, DDE, Pumps and accessories
9. Disposal
This product or parts of it must be disposed of in an
environmentally sound way. Use appropriate waste collection
services. If this is not possible, contact the nearest Grundfos
company or service workshop.
10. Appendix
10.1 Documentation enclosed
The DTS dosing tank station is supplied together with the DTS
installation and operating instructions.
Depending on the scope of supply, separate installation and
operating instructions are provided for the following components:
•
electric stirrer
•
suction line (suction unit) (quick guide)
•
multi-function valve.
10.2 Other documentation
Separate installation and operating instructions are available on
the CD supplied or on www.grundfos.com for the following
components:
•
injection unit
•
suction line (suction unit).
Subject to alterations.