Viega 4921.4 User manual

Model Year built:
4921.4 from 01/1987
en_INT
Advantix bathroom drain
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 6
2.2.1 Areas of use 6
2.2.2 Media 6
2.2.3 Drainage capacity 7
2.3 Product description 7
2.3.1 Overview 7
2.3.2 Technical data 7
2.4 Information for use 8
2.4.1 Installation variations 8
2.5 Required accessories 8
3Handling 10
3.1 Assembly information 10
3.1.1 Important note 10
3.1.2 Installation dimensions 10
3.1.3 Tools and materials 11
3.2 Assembly 11
3.2.1 Connecting the drain 11
3.2.2 Mounting the top 13
3.3 Care 14
3.3.1 Care tips 14
3.3.2 Cleaning the drain 14
3.4 Disposal 15
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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 instruction manual is directed at the following
groups of people:
nHeating and sanitary professionals and trained personnel
nTilers
nConsumers
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.
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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.
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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.
Regulations from section: Media
Scope / Notice Regulations applicable in Ger‐
many
Typical domestic wastewater DIN 1986-3
2.2 Intended use
2.2.1 Areas of use
The drain is intended for use in floor constructions without sealing –
e. g. cellars where wastewater occurs in small quantities at irregular
intervals.
Technical information, see Ä Chapter 2.3.2 „Technical data“ on page 7.
2.2.2 Media
The drain is intended for draining of household-type wastewater in con‐
stant operation, see Ä „Regulations from section: Media“ on page 6.
nThe short-term temperature of the wastewater may reach up to
95° C. The temperature must be considerably lower in constant
operation.
nThe pH value must be higher than 4 but lower than 10.
It is not permitted to introduce wastewater which would damage the
product material.
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2.2.3 Drainage capacity
Drainage capacity at an accumulation height of 10 mm above the grate:
0.55 l/s
Drainage capacity at an accumulation height of 20 mm above the grate:
0.9 l/s
Drainage capacity through the lateral inlet: 1.2 l/s
The values are dependent on the total height (H) of the drain unit.
2.3 Product description
2.3.1 Overview
1
2
3
4
6 5
1 - grate
2 - top, can be cut to length
3 - cleaning screw
4 - horizontal drain socket (DN 50) with ball joint
5 - base unit
6 - inlet (DN 40) for the connection of additional drain pipes (e. g. from
washbasin, shower etc.)
2.3.2 Technical data
Nominal width [DN] (drain
socket)
50
Nominal width [DN] (inlet) 50
Drainage capacity Ä Chapter 2.2.3 „Drainage capacity“
on page 7
10
20
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Dimensions and installa‐
tion height
Ä Chapter 3.1.2 „Installation dimen‐
sions“ on page 10
Water head seal 50 mm
Load class K = 300 kg
2.4 Information for use
2.4.1 Installation variations
The drain can be mounted in the following way:
nin a drill hole
nin a floor recess
2.5 Required accessories
Advantix tops are available in a number of sizes and variations. You can
also only buy an Advantix top frame and then purchase a suitable
designer grate separately (see catalogue).
The drain can be fitted with a sieve insert (model 4958) to collect dirt.
Top
Sieve insert
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Advantix drains can be equipped with an additional odour barrier, which
also closes the drain odour-tight, if the water seal in the odour trap has
evaporated. Odour nuisance is even avoided with drains that are only
seldom used. Odour barriers can be found in the catalogue.
Odour barrier
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3 Handling
3.1 Assembly information
3.1.1 Important note
Before assembly:
nCheck if the drainage capacity of the drain is sufficient for the arising
water volume Ä Chapter 2.2.3 „Drainage capacity“ on page 7.
nCheck if the installation height of the drain corresponds with the
planned floor construction.
nEnsure that the required connection line is installed with the neces‐
sary incline to the planned installation location.
nIf necessary, supply the required accessories Ä Chapter 2.5
„Required accessories“ on page 8.
During assembly:
nObserve installation dimensions.
3.1.2 Installation dimensions
Ø100
Ø155
210120
105
75
130
Ø40
Ø50
Fig. 1: Dimensional drawing for model 4921.4
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3.1.3 Tools and materials
nMaterial for securing the drain
3.2 Assembly
3.2.1 Connecting the drain
The connection to the wastewater system must be completed before
the drain can be installed in the floor construction. Proceed as follows:
Requirements:
nA pipe to the planned drainage position is already in place for the
connection to the wastewater system.
nThe drainpipe has an internal sealing lip.
Align drain socket on the ball joint.
Push the drain socket into the drainpipe completely.
The connection to the inlet must first be made to be able to mount the
drain. Proceed as follows:
Requirements:
nInlet pipe has been mounted.
Unscrew the union nut from the drain inlet.
Required material
Connecting to the wastewater system
Fig. 2: Insert drainpipe
Connecting the inlet
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Remove protective plug.
Remove sliding ring and sealing from the protective plug.
Push the union nut, sliding ring and sealing onto the inlet pipe.
Push inlet pipe at least 1.5 cm deep into the drain inlet.
Screw the inlet pipe with the coupling onto the drain inlet.
Position the drain at the desired height at the place of use. If neces‐
sary, raise or lower in the existing floor using suitable material.
Align drain horizontally using a spirit level.
Secure the drain in such a way that it cannot shift when the subse‐
quent works are applied.
Work the drain into the screed or floor covering.
Mounting the drain
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NOTICE!
Product damage due to improper installation
If hollow spaces occur during the lining of the drain, leaks
may occur when pressure is applied.
Inform the subsequent workers that the drain must be fully
lined and that there must be no hollow spaces.
3.2.2 Mounting the top
Starting with the upper edge, transfer the measured height onto the
top.
Cut the top to the marked height.
Remove yellow protective plug.
Place the top into the drain and align according to the tiles.
Work the top into the screed or the floor covering.
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3.3 Care
3.3.1 Care tips
Normal soap or a mild cleaning agent can be used for regular care and
prevention of lime scale on the grate and frame. Under no circum‐
stances should scouring agent or scratching objects be used.
Strong stains, even around the drain unit and the siphon, can be
removed using typical household cleaner. It should be noted that the
cleaning agent should be rinsed off after the prescribed soaking time.
There should be no residue on the components.
3.3.2 Cleaning the drain
We recommend using a mild cleaning agent and a washing-up brush for
cleaning.
Remove and clean grate.
Remove cleaning screw.
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Clean drain.
Replace cleaning screw.
Re-insert grate.
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.
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