Viega 2231.4 User manual

for drinking water installation
Model Year built:
2231.4 from 04/2017
en_INT
Easytop concealed domestic water meter
unit
Instructions for Use

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Table of contents
1About these instructions for use 4
1.1 Target groups 4
1.2 Labelling of notes 4
1.3 About this translated version 5
2Product information 6
2.1 Standards and regulations 6
2.2 Intended use 8
2.2.1 Areas of use 8
2.2.2 Media 8
2.3 Product description 8
2.3.1 Overview 9
2.3.2 Threaded connection 9
2.3.3 Markings on components 9
2.3.4 Compatible components 9
2.3.5 Technical data 10
2.4 Information for use 10
2.4.1 Corrosion 10
2.5 Optional accessories 10
3Handling 13
3.1 Assembly information 13
3.1.1 Installation dimensions 13
3.1.2 Mounting instructions 13
3.2 Assembly 14
3.2.1 Mounting the valve 14
3.2.2 Leakage test 15
3.3 Maintenance 16
3.4 Disposal 16
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1 About these instructions for use
Trade mark rights exist for this document, further information can be
found at
viega.com/legal
.
1.1 Target groups
The information in this manual is directed at heating and sanitary pro-
fessionals and trained personnel.
It is not permitted for individuals without the abovementioned training or
qualification to mount, install and, if required, maintain this product. This
restriction does not extend to possible operating instructions.
The installation of Viega products must take place in accordance with
the general rules of engineering and the Viega instructions for use.
1.2 Labelling of notes
Warning and advisory texts are set aside from the remainder of the text
and are labelled with the relevant pictographs.
DANGER!
This symbol warns against possible life-threatening injury.
WARNING!
This symbol warns against possible serious injury.
CAUTION!
This symbol warns against possible injury.
NOTICE!
This symbol warns against possible damage to property.
Notes give you additional helpful tips.
About these instructions for use
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1.3 About this translated version
This instruction for use contains important information about the choice
of product or system, assembly and commissioning as well as intended
use and, if required, maintenance measures. The information about the
products, their properties and application technology are based on the
current standards in Europe (e. g. EN) and/or in Germany
(e. g. DIN/DVGW).
Some passages in the text may refer to technical codes in Europe/
Germany. These should serve as recommendations in the absence of
corresponding national regulations. The relevant national laws, stand-
ards, regulations, directives and other technical provisions take priority
over the German/European directives specified in this manual: The
information herein is not binding for other countries and regions; as said
above, they should be understood as a recommendation.
About these instructions for use
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2 Product information
2.1 Standards and regulations
The following standards and regulations apply to Germany / Europe.
National regulations can be found on the relevant web site of your
country at
viega.com/standards
.
Scope / Notice Regulations applicable in Ger-
many
Planning, execution, operation
and maintenance of drinking
water installations
DIN EN 806, part 1
Planning, execution, operation
and maintenance of drinking
water installations
DIN EN 806, part 2
Planning, execution, operation
and maintenance of drinking
water installations
DIN EN 806, part 3
Planning, execution, operation
and maintenance of drinking
water installations
DIN EN 806, part 4
Planning, execution, operation
and maintenance of drinking
water installations
DIN EN 806, part 5
Planning, execution, operation
and maintenance of drinking
water installations
DIN EN 1717
Planning, execution, operation
and maintenance of drinking
water installations
DIN 1988
Planning, execution, operation
and maintenance of drinking
water installations
VDI/DVGW 6023
Planning, execution, operation
and maintenance of drinking
water installations
Trinkwasserverordnung (TrinkwV)
Scope / Notice Regulations applicable in Ger-
many
Suitability for drinking water Trinkwasserverordnung (TrinkwV)
Trinkwasserverordnung (TrinkwV)
Regulations from section: Fields of application
Regulations from section: Media
Product information
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Scope / Notice Regulations applicable in Ger-
many
Suitability for drinking water
installations
Trinkwasserverordnung (TrinkwV)
Suitability for drinking water
installations
DIN 50930-6
Requirements in plastic compo-
nents in drinking water installa-
tions
DVGW-Arbeitsblatt W270
Scope / Notice Regulations applicable in Ger-
many
Threaded pair DIN EN 10226-1
Permitted sealants DIN 30660
Permitted sealants DIN EN 751-2
Scope / Notice Regulations applicable in Ger-
many
External corrosion protection DIN EN 806-2
External corrosion protection DIN 1988-200
External corrosion protection DKI-Informationsdruck i. 160
Scope / Notice Regulations applicable in Ger-
many
Leakage test for drinking water
installations
DIN EN 806, part 4
Leakage test for drinking water
installations
ZVSHK-Merkblatt
„Dichtheitsprüfungen von Trink-
wasserinstallationen mit Druckluft,
Inertgas oder Wasser‟
Regulations from section: Product description
Regulations from section: Threaded connection
Regulations from section: Corrosion
Regulations from section: Leakage test
Product information
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Scope / Notice Regulations applicable in Ger-
many
Operation and maintenance of
drinking water installations
DIN EN 806-5
2.2 Intended use
Coordinate the use of the model for areas of use and media
other than those described with the Viega Service Center.
2.2.1 Areas of use
Use is possible in the following areas among others:
nDrinking water installations
The model serves as a shut-off for the storey units.
It provides the possibility to attach a Koax G 2 measuring capsule.
The general rules of engineering and the applicable regulations must be
observed for planning, execution, operation and maintenance of
drinking water installations, see
ĄRegulations from section: Fields of
application“ on page 6
.
2.2.2 Media
The model is also suitable for the following media, amongst others:
nDrinking water without limitations acc. to the applicable directives,
see
Ä„Regulations from section: Media“ on page 6
nmaximum chloride concentration 250 mg/l pursuant to applicable
regulations, see
Ä„Regulations from section: Media“ on page 6
2.3 Product description
According to the applicable regulations, Easytop system fittings can be
used for all types of drinking water and are DVGW certified, see
Ä„Regulations from section: Product description“ on page 7
. Their
plastic components comply with the KTW recommendation and the
requirements pursuant to the applicable regulations.
Regulations from section: Maintenance
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2.3.1 Overview
The model is equipped as follows:
ntop
nsite protection
ndual-sided Rp-thread
nvalve seat and valve plate unit made of stainless steel
nconcealed straight seat valve
nrecess for Coax G 2 measuring capsules
nblind flange
The model is available in the following dimension: Rp ¾.
2.3.2 Threaded connection
Prerequisite for a threaded connection, which seals via a thread, is a
threaded pair in accordance with applicable regulations, see
ĄRegula-
tions from section: Threaded connection“ on page 7
. Pursuant to these
regulations, a permitted threaded pair comprises a conical external
thread and a cylindrical internal thread, e.g. R ¾and Rp ¾.
Only use commercially available and chloride-free, DVGW approved
sealant in accordance with the applicable regulations to seal threads,
see
Ä„Regulations from section: Threaded connection“ on page 7
.
2.3.3 Markings on components
The model is marked as follows:
nflow direction indicator
ndimension
nDVGW writing
nposition indicator
2.3.4 Compatible components
Observe the manufacturer's instructions for mounting and use.
Should you have any questions on this subject, please contact the
Viega Service Center.
Water meter / Measuring capsule
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2.3.5 Technical data
Observe the following operating conditions for the installation of the
model:
Operating temperature [Tmax] 90 °C
Operating pressure [Pmax] 1.0 MPa (10 bar)
2.4 Information for use
2.4.1 Corrosion
Overground pipelines and fittings in rooms do not normally require
external corrosion protection.
There are exceptions in the following cases:
nContact with aggressive building materials such as nitrite or mate-
rials containing ammonium
nin aggressive surroundings
If external corrosion protection is required, observe the pertinent guide-
lines, see
Ä„Regulations from section: Corrosion“ on page 7
.
Easytop fittings made of gunmetal are suitable for all types
of drinking water.
The chloride concentration in the medium must not exceed
a maximum value of 250 mg/l.
This chloride is not a disinfectant, but in fact pertains to the
content in sea and table salt (sodium chloride).
2.5 Optional accessories
The following optional accessories are available:
nEquipment sets
nPublic building model
nMounting sets
Product information
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Fig. 1: Model 2236.10, equipment set
Fig. 2: Model 2236, equipment set
Fig. 3: Model 2236.50, public building model
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Fig. 4: Model 2235.90, mounting set front position
Fig. 5: Model 2235.95, mounting set rear position
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3 Handling
3.1 Assembly information
3.1.1 Installation dimensions
A - at least 45 mm
B - maximum 77 mm
3.1.2 Mounting instructions
Do not remove the model from the packaging until immedi-
ately before use.
System components may, in some cases, become damaged through
transportation and storage.
nCheck all parts.
nReplace damaged components.
nDo not repair damaged components.
nContaminated components may not be installed.
A blind flange ensures unhindered operation until assembly is com-
pleted.
Checking system components
During assembly
Handling
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Observe the following when mounting:
nflow direction indicator
nminimum / maximum installation depth
nuse suitable tools
Choose the place of installation so that the fitting is easily
accessible and simple to operate.
3.2 Assembly
3.2.1 Mounting the valve
Carry out a functionality test after initial mounting.
Installation is possible in masonry (wet construction) and in dry con-
structions (pre-wall / duct installations).
Handling
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Attach the fitting from behind with the fixing set onto a Viega fitting
holder with slot nuts.
Seal the wall lead-in on the front side of the wall with the self-adhe-
sive sealing flange.
Attach the protective sleeve of the valve in front of and behind the
cladding (e. g. sheetrock or Fermacell panels) with lock nuts.
Seal the wall lead-in on the front side of the wall with the self-adhe-
sive sealing flange.
Open or close the valve clockwise or anti-clockwise respectively.
During the preliminary building work phases:
Actuate the valve via the protective cap.
3.2.2 Leakage test
The installer must perform a leakage test before commissioning.
Carry out this test on a system that is finished but not yet covered.
Attaching in dry constructions
Fig. 6: 2235.95 Fixing set back
Fig. 7: 2235.90 Fixing set front
Actuating the valve
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Comply with the general rules of engineering and the applicable direc-
tives, see
Ä„Regulations from section: Leakage test“ on page 7
.
Document the result.
3.3 Maintenance
NOTICE!
Inform your customer or the operator of the drinking water
installation that the system has to be maintained on a reg-
ular basis.
Observe the applicable regulations for the operation and maintenance
of drinking water installations, see
ĄRegulations from section: Mainte-
nance“ on page 8
.
Viega recommends actuating the fitting regularly and
checking its function.
3.4 Disposal
Separate the product and packaging materials (e. g. paper, metal,
plastic or non-ferrous metals) and dispose of in accordance with valid
national legal requirements.
Handling
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