GRAFTON Plumbworld Ultraflow Macerator User manual
UL
TRAFLOW MACERATOR
INDEX
1. Declaration
of
Conformity
2. Specification
3. Safety Instructions
4. Product Description
5. Operating Principle
6. Parts Listing
7. Installation
8. Troubleshooting
9. Clearing Blockages
10. Clearing a Pressure Tap Chamber Blockage
11. Replacing the
Air
Switch
12. Appliance Disposal
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1. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We www.plumbworld.co.uk declare that the Ultraflow Macerator product is
in
conformity with the
following directives
to
specification under which conformity is declared.
The
Low
Voltage
Directive
(Directive
2006/95/
EC
)
EMC
Directive
(
Directive
89/336/EEC)
CE
Marking
Directive
(
Directive
98/37/
EC)
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2. SPECIFICATION
Watertemperature 1 degree centigrade (minimum) / 90 degrees
centigrade (maximum)
Voltage 220v-240v
Amperage
3Amps
Motor Power
600Watts
Thennal Safety Device 135 degrees centigrade
Discharge head
6mws
Capacitor 10uF/450 Volts
Water Ingress Protection IP
X4
Flow rate
at
pump output 270
litres/
minute
Maximum discharge height 5.5
metrest
Maximum discharge horizontal length
60
metrest
*Product compliantwith standard EN 12050-3
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3.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Prior
to
installation
• Ensure the entire contents
of
this instruction manual are read.
• Ensure the package contains all component parts listed in this instruction manual.
• Ensure the two check valves stored inside the rubberchamber
of
the
appliance are removed.
• Ensure all packaging material is removed and disposed
of
correctly.
Installation
• Electrical installation
of
the appliance mustonlybe carried
out
by
a qualified person.
• The appliance must be installed in accordance with the installation instructions specified in
this document.
• Always ensure the macerator is connected
to
mainspower before water enters the unit.
Priorto use
• Before using the macerator, clean water must be flushed through
the
appliance several
times.Thiswill ensure the macerator is correctly installed.
Dailyuse
• The appliance
is
suitable for domestic, indoor use only.
• The appliance
is
suitable for the discharge
of
domestic faecal matter, wastewater and
toilet paper only. Failure
to
complywith thiswill invalidate the warranty.
• Products not
to
be
discharged using the appliance include but are not exclusive to: kitchen
towels, wet wipes, cotton wool, condoms and sanitary towels.
Servicing and maintenance
• Before servicing the appliance, always ensure the electrical supply
is
fully disconnected.
• Troubleshooting, maintenance and servicing
of
the appliance must only be carried out by a
person who
is
competent to do so.
• To maintain optimum performance, it is recommended that the appliance is serviced and
cleaned at least once every 6 months.
•
For
hygiene reasons, rubbergloves should be worn at all times when servicing the
appliance.
WARNING: This appliance must only be used with a 32mm
or
40mm waste pipe from the outlet to
the soil stack. It is not suitable for use with 22mm
or
25mm pipework. Using the maceratorwith an
incorrectly sized waste
may
result in a leaking unit.
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INVALIDATION OF WARRANTY
Please
note that any
one
of
the
following
situations will invalidate the product warranty:
• Failure to install the appliance
in
accordance with the installation instructions contained
in
this document.
• Electrical installation ofthe appliance
by
an
unqualified
person
.
• Discharge ofmaterials other than
faecal
matter, waste water
and
toilet paper through
the
appliance.
• Failure to carry
out
regular maintenance
and
servicing ofthe appliance asdetailed
in
these
instructions.
4. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The
Ultraflow Macerator isdesigned for the purposes
of
discharging
normal
domestic faecal
waste,waste water
and
toilet paper
in
accordance with the relevant regulations.
Itis compatible for
use
with a
maximum
ofthree
bathroom
items, including:
• 1x basin
• 1x shower
• 1x toilet
OR
it can
be
used
to discharge waste
from
any
one
ofthe following:
• 1X
bath
• 1x kitchen sink
• 1x
washing
machine
• 1x dishwasher
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5. OPERATING PRINCIPLE
The
macerator comprises a tank that holds waste
before
it
is
discharged,
and
an
electric
pump
.
The
pump
is controlled
by
an
automatic
pressure
switch
. As with a conventional toilet, the
discharge action istriggered
when
the
flushing
system
isactuated.
• Domestic
waste
is
collected
in
the tank
(A)
.
•
The
airchamber
(B)
records the air
pressure
flowing
through
the
outlet pipe
(C
)
to
the
pressure switch
(D)
.
•
The
pressure switch
(D)
trips the motor (
E).
The
motordrivesthe turbine
(F)
.
• Domestic
waste
is
discharged through
the
outlet (G).
CONTROL COMPONENTS:
D-
Pressure
Switch
MECHANISM COMPONENTS:
E- Electric Motor
F-Turbine
CONTROL COMPONENTS AND SAFETY DEVICES:
G-
Check
Valve
H -
Manual
Override
Switch
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6.
PARTS LISTING
The UltraflowMacerator includes the following component parts:
1 - Case
2-
Tank
3-
Air
Switch
4-
MotorAssembled Part
5-
Locknut
6-
Flange
7-
Gasket The appliance
is
also supplied
8-
Mechanical Seal with the following spare parts:
9 - Open Impeller
10
-Injector 3 x clamping ring
11
-Outlet Pipe 3 x blanking caps
12
-Cable and Plug 2 x check valve
13-
Cable Gland
14-
Case Cover
15-
Unilateralism Valve
16-
Manual Override Button
17
-Clamping Ring
Case Cover
Tank I
\
Impeller MotorAssembled Part
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7. INSTALLATION
ELECTRICS: Do not connect the macerator
to
a conventional plug and socket. The appliance
must
be wired
to
a wall-mounted fused connection unit, positioned close by.
The cable is connected
to
the load terminals
of
the fused connection unit as follows:
1)
2)
3)
Brown -Live
Blue -Neutral
Green/Yellow-
Earth.
4)
Fit a 5
Amp
fuse to the fused connection unit.
5)
THIS
APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED
HYDRAULICS: The macerator
is
only
compatible for use with a toiletwith a horizontal outlet. It
must also have a
tank
or
flushing tap.
Please
note:
In
accordance
with
European
standards,
the
centre
of
the
horizontal
outlet
must
be
18cm
above
floor
level. See
image
below.
NB
. DISCHARGE PIPEWORK
Discharge pipe length to the first elbow MUSTbe a
minimum
of
0.6
metres.
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CONFIGURATION
WITH TOILET
ONLY
Clamp with
jubilee
clip
supplied
Discharge pipe
mustbe32mm
or40mmonly
NOTE DIRECTION OF
ARROW
ON
CHECKVALVE-
POINTING UPWARDS
Secure macerator
to
pan
with
largejubilee
clip, ensuring
it
is
fullytightened
1)
Place
the horizontal toilet outlet inside
the
rubber
sleeve
of
the
macerator. Clamp
the
outlet
and
sleeve
using
one
ofthe jubilee clips supplied.
2)
Place
the discharge pipe inside
the
rubber outlet.
The
discharge pipe must
be
32mm
or
40mm
in
diameter.
Clamp
the discharge
pipe
and
rubber outlet
using
one of
the
jubilee clips
supplied.
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CHECKVALVE
In all situations, the checkvalve mustbe fitted
as
closely to the macerator
as
possible. Please
note: the pipe length from the check valve to the macerator must neverexceed 30cm. This
30cm
must
include thetotal length
of
pipework
when
fully seated in the centre ridge
of
the
check valve. Once in position, seal the connectionwith two
of
thejubilee clipssupplied.
Please see
the
diagram below.
30
lMacerator
Check Valve
pipe
work
is
fully seated
into
both
the
Macerator
and
the
check
valve
An
arrow on the side
of
each check valve indicatesthe correct direction
of
frtment.
If
fitted vertically, the direction
of
the arrowshould point upwards-away from the macerator.
If
fitted horizontally, the direction
of
the arrow should point away from the macerator (excluding
showers -please referto 'Configuration with toilet and otherappliances').
The surface labelled with the arrow must always face upwards to prevent backflow. Please
see below.
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CONFIGURATION WITH TOILETAND OTHERAPPLIANCES
Bathroom Basin
Washing Machine,
Dishwasher, Utility
Sink
Bath,
Shower,
Bidet
Discharoe Pioe
Toilet
Connect the discharge pipes
of
each appliance
to
the rubber connectors provided.
Now
clamp
with jubilee clips.
For
usewith a bath
or
shower, there must be a sufficient slopefrom the bottom
of
the showertray
or
bath outlet
to
the macerator.
This
gradient must be
1cm
permetre
or
greater. Failure
to
install
the
appliancewith the correctgradientwill preventwaste from being discharged.
If
used with a shower, the second check valve mustalso be used. This must befitted between the
showertray and the macerator.
It
is essential
that
the arrowdisplayed
on
the checkvalve points
awayfrom the showertray, towards the macerator.
When connecting otherappliances along
the
discharge line, check valves must beinstalled on
each discharge pipe. This is important to preventwaste return.
The
horizontal slope along the
discharge line mustalso be installed with a gradient
of
at least 1cm permetre.
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8.
TROUBLESHOOTING
The UltraflowMacerator is designed to discharge faecal matter, waste waterand toilet paper
only. Using the appliance to discharge any other materials
may
cause the unit to fail. This
is
the
main cause
of
breakdowns.
The majority
of
problems that may arise during usage can be resolved with the help
of
the
Troubleshooting guide below.
WARNING: Troubleshooting, maintenance and servicing
of
the appliance must only be carried out
by a person who
is
competent to do so.
If
you are in any doubt, please
seek
professional
assistance.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Sl!!!!l!toms
Causes
Remedies
The macerator has The motorhas Leave the unit
to
cool down for at least 30
switched itselfoff. overheated. This
has
minutes. Switch it back on. Pr
ess
and
activated the thermal hold t
he
override switch for
at
least
30
cut
out
switch. seconds.This will reset the machine.
Check the machine for any internal
blockages.
The electrical power
supply
has
been Check the fuse and power supply.
interrupted.
Water
is back-flowing There
is
an insufficient Ensure a gradient
of
at least 1cm per
into the
shower/
bath. gradient between the metre between the showertray / bath
showertray / bath outlet outlet and the macerator.
and the macerator.
The unit
is
leaking. The check valve
is
not
Ensure the checkvalve is fitted in
fitted. accordance with installation instructions.
Jubilee clips
or
blanking Ensure that all jubilee clips and blanking
caps are fitted capsare fitted correctly.
incorrectly.
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The macerator
is
non- The macerator
is
Reconnect
to
a 32mm
or
40mm waste
operational.
It
has connected to an pipe.
neveroperated. incorrectly sized waste
pipe. Ensure the unit is installed by a qualified
person.
The electrical
installation
of
the
appliance Is Incorrect.
Ensure the arrowon the check valve
is
facing the correct direction.
The checkvalve
is
Press and hold the override switch for
30
facing the wrong seconds to reset the unit.
direction. Check the pressure switch and replace
if
The pressure switch
is
necessary.
partially blocked.
The pressure switch
has
developed a fault.
The macerator
is
not The discharge pipes are Check pipework.
If
necessary, refit
powerful enough
or
is
too long
or
too high. discharge pipes.
discharging waste too
slowly. The discharge pipe Check pipework.
If
necessary, refit
diameter
is
too small. discharge pipes.
The unit
is
partially Actuate the pump
by
using the manual
blocked. override switch.
If
the problem continues,
the pump could be blocked. Check the
pump and clean
if
necessary.
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The macerator emits a The pump
is
blocked. Check the pump.
humming noise but
doesnot discharge the The checkvalve
is
Reinstall the check valve the correct way
waste. installed thewrong way round.
round.
The macerator starts There
is
a defect with Examine check valve and replace
if
running and the check valve. necessary.
discharging waste
without demand. A leak in the flushing Repair the leakfrom the flushing tank.
tank
is
causing waterto
flow into the macerator.
This
is
causing
it
to
run
intermittently. Clearthe blockage.
A partial blockage in the
pressure valve tube is
causing the macerator Check the pressure switch. Replace
if
to thinkwater
is
inside necessary.
the unit.
There
is
a pressure
switch defect.
The macerator
is
not The macerator
is
not Check the macerator's electrical
emitting a humming property connected
to
connection.
noise. the electrical supply. Press the manual override switch several
The pressure switch
is
times.
If
the appliance starts
to
run,check
notproperly connected the connection
of
the pressure switch and
to the electrical supply. pressure switch line.
The motor
is
non-
If
pressing the manual override switch
has
operational. no effect, checkthe motorand replace
if
necessary.
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The macerator
is
The vertical discharge is Install a check valve to the vertical
running continually. fitted without a check discharge.
valve. Ensure the checkvalve is fitted within
The checkvalve
is
fitted 30cms
of
the macerator.
too faraway from the
macerator. Check that 'floppy paddle' inside check
valve
is
connected and moving freely.
There
is
a defect with Replace
if
necessary.
the check valve. Checkthe pressure switch and replace
if
necessary.
There
is
a defect with Check the vertical tube inside the sealed
the pressure switch. rubber chamber. Ensure this
is
not
blocked.
The pressure switch
pipe
is
blocked.
PRESSURE SWITCH INSPECTION
To fully inspectthe pressure switch, locate the pressure tap chamber in the rubber tank. Press it
down to create pressure and listen for a clicking sound. This indicatesthat the motor has switched
on.
If
there is no click, inspect
the
air
chamberand pressure switch pipe nozzle forany leaks
or
blockages.
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9.
CLEARING BLOCKAGES
WARNING:
Always
ensure
the
electrical
supply
is
fully
disconnected
before
attempting
to
clear
a
blockage.
IMPORTANT:
Onlya competent
person
should
attempt this
operation
.
If
you
are
in
any
doubt,
please
seek
professional
assistance.
To
successfully clear blockageswithout damaging the macerator,carefully follow the step-by-step
guide below. This operation requiresthe following tools:
• Pliers
• Flat blade screwdriver
• Cross head screwdriver
• Rubber gloves
• Siphon
or
'wet' vacuum cleaner
• A bucket
1) Fully disconnect the unit from the electrical supply.
2) Drain the unitusing the siphon
or
"wet' vacuum cleaner.
3) Loosen the hose clips with pliers. Disconnectthe inlet and outlet connections.
4) Loosen the large hose clip securing the unit
to
the pan. Detach the appliance.
5) Remove the lid from the appliance byundoing the fixing screws.
6) Remove the black rubber tank and motor
as
acomplete unit.
7) Once removed, separate the black rubber tank from the motor.
8) Thoroughly clean the black rubbertank.
9) Remove the turbine casing.
10) Clearall debris from around and behind the turbine.
11) Ensure the turbine movesfreely by turning it carefully. Note:the electrical motorwill offer
some resistance.
12)
Reassemble the motor unit.
13) Temporarily reconnect to the electrical supply. Checkthat the motoroperates by pressing the
manual override button. This can
be
found on the lid.
14) Reassemble the unit fully and reinstall.
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10. CLEARING A PRESSURE TAP CHAMBER BLOCKAGE
WARNING:
Always
ensure the electrical supplyis fully disconnected
before
attempting to
clear a blockage.
IMPORTANT:
Onlya competent person should attempt this operation.
If
you
are
in
any
doubt, please seek professional assistance.
To
successfully clear a pressure tap chamber blockage without damaging the macerator, carefully
follow the step-by-step guide below. This operation requiresthe following tools:
• Pliers
• Rubber gloves
• Rod
1) Remove the macerator lid by undoing the fixing screws. Locate the plug on the top
of
the
main tank (Fig. 1).
2) Loosen the hose clip with pliers. Atthe same time, remove the plug from the top
of
the
pressure tap chamber (Fig.
2).
3)
Examine the end
of
the plug to ensure it doesnot contain debris (Fig.
3)
.
4) Rod out any debris inside the pressure tap chamber, (Fig.
4)
.
5) Reassemble the unit. Loosen the hose clip once more, using pliers. Whilst doing so, push the
plug back into the top
of
the pressure tap chamber and ensure it is fully in place. Release the
pliers, allowing the hose clip to clamp the plug in the top
of
the chamber.
This
is
essential
as
the
appliance
will
not
function
without
an
airtight
seal.
6) Replace the lid and fixing screws. Nowtestthe appliance.
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11. REPLACING
ntE
AIRSWITCH
NOTE:
If
clearing the Pressure Tap Chamber does
not
rectify the problem, the appliance will
require a newairswitch.
WARNING:
Always ensure the electrical supplyis fully disconnected before attempting to clear a
blockage.
IMPORTANT:
Onlya competent person should attempt this operation.
If
you
are
in
any doubt, please
seek
professional assistance.
To successfully replace the airswitch without damaging the macerator, carefully follow the step-
by-step guide below. This operation requires the following tools:
• Pliers
• Rubber gloves
1) Remove the lid
by
undoing the fixing screws
(Fig.
I)
. Locate the rubber airswitch chamber.
2)
Now
find the clear airpipe. Using pliers, loosen the hose clip at the point where the hose
entersthe
air
switch chamber (Fig. II). Slide the hose clip back down
the
clearhose.
3) Peel backthe edge
of
the rubber airswitch chamber. Remove
the
white plastic plate
to
expose the
air
switch
(Fig.
Ill)
.
4) Pull the electrical connections
off
the terminals on the
air
switch.
5)
Peel the rubber airswitch chamber back and remove the
air
switch from inside (Fig. IV).
6) Remove the replacement airswitch from its packaging and locate the spigot. Thiswill project
from the main body
of
the switch.
7) Insertthe spigot into the end
of
the clear hose
where
it projectsthrough the wall
of
the rubber
air
switch chamber. Ensure the spigot
is
securely in place.
This
is essential
as
the
new
switch will
not
function
without
an
airtight
seal.
8) Ensure the new switch sitsin the bottom
of
the rubber airswitch chamber. The two electrical
terminals should pointtowardsyou. Nowreconnect the electrical connections to the
corresponding terminals.
9) Insertthe white plastic plate into the top
of
the rubber chamber. Ensure the edges
of
the
chamber completely trap the edge
of
the plate.
10) Loosen the hose clip, using pliers, and slide it back
up
the hose into position overthe spigot.
Release the pliers, allowing
the
hose clip to clamp the airswitch chamber and clear hose
together.
This
is essential
as
the
appliance will not function without
an
airtight
seal.
11) Complete reassembly
of
the appliance by replacing the lid and fixing screws. The macerator
can nowbe tested.
Please referto
the
following
page
for a visual guide to replacing the air switch.
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12. APPLIANCE DISPOSAL
When
the
product reaches the end
of
itsservice life, it cannot
be
treated
as
an ordinary item
of
household waste. It must be taken to a was
te
recovery centre for disposal.
The symbol on the appliance indicatesthat
it
meets the new directive
2002/95/
EC
2002/96/
EC
2003/108/EC and must be handled in
accordance with these standards at the end
of
its service life.
Customer Care Helpline
Ourcustomercare centre can be contacted during normal working hours. For spare partsand
after sales service, proof
of
purchase must
be
provided.
The terms and conditions
of
our aftersales service are available upon request. Please contact
our
customercare line forfurther information.
Tel: 0844 03766
0111
Email: customerservices@plumbwortd.co.
uk
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