Easytop mounting unit
Product information
Easytop mounting unit
for water meters
| Year built (from): | 2006-04-03 |
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Target groups
The information in this manual is directed at heating and sanitary professionals and trained personnel.
Individuals without the abovementioned training or qualification are not permitted 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.
Labelling of notes
Warning and advisory texts are set aside from the remainder of the text and are labelled with the relevant pictographs.
DANGER!
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WARNING!
This symbol warns of possible serious injury.
CAUTION!
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NOTICE!
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INFO!
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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, standards, 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.
Standards and regulations
The following standards and regulations apply to Germany / Europe and are provided as a support feature.
Regulations from section: Fields of application
Scope / Notice | Regulations applicable in Germany |
|---|---|
Planning, execution, operation and maintenance of potable water installations | DIN EN 806, part 1 |
Planning, execution, operation and maintenance of potable water installations | DIN EN 806, part 2 |
Planning, execution, operation and maintenance of potable water installations | DIN EN 806, part 3 |
Planning, execution, operation and maintenance of potable water installations | DIN EN 806, part 4 |
Planning, execution, operation and maintenance of potable water installations | DIN EN 806, part 5 |
Planning, execution, operation and maintenance of potable water installations | DIN EN 1717 |
Planning, execution, operation and maintenance of potable water installations | DIN 1988 |
Planning, execution, operation and maintenance of potable water installations | VDI/DVGW 6023 |
Planning, execution, operation and maintenance of potable water installations | Trinkwasserverordnung (TrinkwV) |
Regulations from section: Media
Scope / Notice | Regulations applicable in Germany |
|---|---|
Suitability for drinking water | Trinkwasserverordnung (TrinkwV) |
Regulations from section: Product description
Scope / Notice | Regulations applicable in Germany |
|---|---|
Suitability for drinking water installations | Trinkwasserverordnung (TrinkwV) |
Suitability for drinking water installations | DIN 50930‑6 |
Requirements in plastic components in drinking water installations | DVGW-Arbeitsblatt W270 |
Regulations from section: Overview
Scope / Notice | Regulations applicable in Germany |
|---|---|
Compliance with the inspection requirements (fittings group I) | DIN EN 1213 |
Regulations from section: Threaded connection
Scope / Notice | Regulations applicable in Germany |
|---|---|
Threaded pair | DIN EN 10226‑1 |
Permitted sealants | DIN 30660 |
Permitted sealants | DIN EN 751‑2 |
Regulations from section: Marking on components
Scope / Notice | Regulations applicable in Germany |
|---|---|
Designation noise class I | DIN EN 1213 |
EA marking for classification | DIN EN 1717 |
Regulations from section: Corrosion
Scope / Notice | Regulations applicable in Germany |
|---|---|
External corrosion protection | DIN EN 806‑2 |
External corrosion protection | DIN 1988‑200 |
External corrosion protection | DKI-Informationsdruck i. 160 |
Regulations from section: Leakage test
Scope / Notice | Regulations applicable in Germany |
|---|---|
Leakage test for potable water installations | DIN EN 806, part 4 |
Leakage test for potable water installations | ZVSHK-Merkblatt |
Regulations from section: Maintenance
Scope / Notice | Regulations applicable in Germany |
|---|---|
Operation and maintenance of potable water installations | DIN EN 806‑5 |
Intended use
INFO!
Coordinate the use of the model for areas of use and media other than those described with the Viega Service Center.
Areas of use
Use is possible in the following areas among others:
Drinking water installations
The general rules of engineering and the applicable regulations must be observed for planning, execution, operation and maintenance potable water installations, see Regulations from section: Fields of application .
Media
The model is also suitable for the following media, amongst others:
Drinking water without limitations acc. to the applicable directives, see Regulations from section: Media
maximum chloride concentration 250 mg/l pursuant to applicable regulations, see Regulations from section: Media
Product description
According to the applicable regulations, Easytop system fittings can be used for all types of potable water and are DVGW certified, see Regulations from section: Product description . Their plastic components comply with the KTW recommendation and the requirements pursuant to the applicable regulations.
Overview
INFO!
The Easytop system fittings comply with the test requirements specified in the applicable regulations, see Regulations from section: Overview . Sound protection Lap≤ 20 dB(A)
The Easytop mounting unit is suitable for the horizontal and vertical mounting of water meters.
The model is equipped as follows:
water meter bow made of stainless steel, stainless, depth and length-adjustable
water meter screw connection, inlet side sealable, outlet side length-adjustable
inlet side Easytop slanted seat valve model 2230.53
outlet side Easytop CRV slanted seat valve model 2230.92
all parts that come into contact with water are made of gunmetal/silicon bronze
fixing material
Backflow preventer
The model is fitted with a backflow preventer.
Backflow preventers only allow flowthrough in one direction (in the direction of flow). If the direction of flow changes, e.g. due to back suction, the backflow preventers close automatically.
The model is available in the following dimensions:
Q3 |
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Qn |
Rp1 |
Rp2 |
4 | 4 | 10 |
2.5 | 2.5 | 6 |
1 | 1¼ | 1¼ |
1 | 1¼ | 1¼ |
Threaded connection
Prerequisite for a threaded connection, which seals via a thread, is a threaded pair in accordance with applicable regulations, see Regulations from section: Threaded connection . Pursuant to these regulations, a permitted threaded pair comprises a conical external thread and a cylindrical internal thread, e.g. R ¾ and Rp ¾.
Only use commercially available and chloride-free, DVGW approved sealant in accordance with the applicable regulations to seal threads, see Regulations from section: Threaded connection .
Markings on components
The model is marked as follows:
flow direction indicator
noise class I pursuant to applicable regulations, see Regulations from section: Marking on components
dimension
DVGW writing
position indicator below the handwheel
Easytop CRV slanted seat valve with CRV writing and EA marking for classification in accordance with applicable regulations, see Regulations from section: Marking on components
Compatible components
The model is suitable for the mounting of water meters sizes Qn 2.5 and 6.0.
Should you have any questions on this subject, please contact the Viega Service Center.
Technical data
Observe the following operating conditions for the installation of the model:
Operating temperature [Tmax] |
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Operating pressure [Pmax] |
20 °C |
1.6 MPa (16 bar) |
Information for use
Corrosion
Overground pipelines and fittings in rooms do not normally require external corrosion protection.
There are exceptions in the following cases:
Contact with aggressive building materials such as nitrite or materials containing ammonium
in aggressive surroundings
If external corrosion protection is required, observe the pertinent guidelines, see Regulations from section: Corrosion .
INFO!
Easytop fittings made of gunmetal/silicon bronze are suitable for all types of potable 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).
Handling
Assembly information
Mounting instructions
Checking system components
INFO!
Do not remove the model from the packaging until immediately before use.
System components may, in some cases, become damaged through transportation and storage.
Check all parts.
Replace damaged components.
Do not repair damaged components.
Contaminated components may not be installed.
During assembly
Observe the following when mounting:
flow direction indicator
use suitable tools
INFO!
Choose the place of installation so that the Easytop mounting unit is easy to access and to operate and the water meter can be mounted without any problems.
Laying and fixing pipes
For information, refer to the instructions for use of the Viega system of the product you are using.
Length expansion
For information, refer to the instructions for use of the Viega system of the product you are using.
Assembly
Mounting preparation
Mounting is demonstrated with the example model 2230.15.
NOTICE!
The supplied fixing set is designed for installation on a solid wall.
Adapt the fixing material to the ground and the ambient conditions.
Horizontal installation
Assembly steps
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Attach the water meter bow to the wall.
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Set the required distance to the wall for the water meter.
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Inlet:
Screw the water meter screw connection into the Easytop slanted seat valve. Sealing is achieved using an O-Ring.INFO!Use the adapters supplied with article 717902. Sealing is achieved using an O-Ring.
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Outlet:
Screw the water meter screw connection into the Easytop CRV slanted seat valve. Sealing is achieved using an O-Ring.INFO!Use the adapters supplied with article 717902. Sealing is achieved using an O-Ring.
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Secure the Easytop slanted seat valve on the water meter bow.
NOTICE!Observe the flow direction!
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Screw the lock nut finger-tight against the water meter bow.
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Secure the Easytop CRV slanted seat valve on the water meter bow.
NOTICE!Observe the flow direction!
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Screw the lock nut finger-tight against the water meter bow.
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Tighten the lock nuts of the water meter screw connection.
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Loosen the fixing nut of the slide and push in the slide.
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Place the water meter with seal on the inlet screw fitting and tighten finger-tight.
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Push the slide with seal back to the water meter and tighten the screw fitting finger-tight.
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Tighten the water meter screw connections.
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Tighten the fixing nut of the slide.
Vertical installation
Assembly steps
Use the water meter for vertical mounting.
Carry out the assembly steps as with the horizontal installation.
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Tighten the lock nuts of the water meter screw connection.
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Loosen the fixing nut of the slide and push in the slide.
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Place the water meter with seal on the inlet screw fitting and tighten finger-tight.
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Push the slide with seal back to the water meter and tighten the screw fitting finger-tight.
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Tighten the water meter screw connections.
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Tighten the fixing nut of the slide.
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.
Comply with the general rules of engineering and the applicable directives, see Regulations from section: Leakage test .
Document the result.
Maintenance
NOTICE!
Inform your customer or the operator of the drinking water installation that the system has to be maintained on a regular basis.
Observe the applicable regulations for the operation and maintenance of drinking water installations, see Regulations from section: Maintenance .
INFO!
Viega recommends actuating the fitting regularly and checking its function.
Replacing the valve top
When the valve tops need to be replaced, use the models 2237.22 and 2238.22.
Replace water meter screw connection
When the water meter screw connection needs to be replace, use the model 2230.71.
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.