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Operating manual

Flavy FX 1 / 2 / 3 / 5 / 6

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Licence Rights

The equipment described in the present use and maintenance manual may include some bundledsofware protected by copyright and stored in semi conductor memories or any other support.

The law reserves to Bucher Vaslin some copyright exclusive rights concerning software thenprotected, in particular the right to copy and duplicate whatever the form of such software.Then, the copy or duplication of software protected by copyright, whatever the mean used to doso, and included in the equipment described in this manual is strictly forbidden without previouswritten authorisation from Bucher Vaslin.

Moreover, the purchase would not be considered as granting, directly or indirectly, or in suchother way, a licence as defined in the copyright rules, patents, or patent applications from theright-holders, other than the usual non-exclusive and free software licence which legallyfollows from this product sale.

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Warning

To the people responsible for the installation and / or use of the Flavy FX filter

Before working on the Flavy FX 1-2-3-5-6 filter :• Unloading, Installation• Connections to the power networks• Filter use• Maintenance

Please read CAREFFYLLY the following instructions or advice containedin this manual. Check that these instructions are correctly understood and strictly observedby the people who operate the filter.File carefully these documents (manual, electrical booklet). They will be useful for the personnel training and the equipment maintenance.

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Sommary

Licence rights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Safety1 -General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 - Identification of the Flavy FX filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 - Noise measurements coming from Flavy FX filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 - Safety devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

4.1 Electric safety circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94.2 Operating fault signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94.3 Pneumatic safety devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94.4 Automatic residue concentration test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104.5 Safety devices of the « filtered wine circuit pressure called permeat » . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104.6 Safety devices of the «wine to filter circuit pressure called residue» . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104.7 MTP (mean transmembrane pressure) safety device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104.8 Putting the filter back in service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104.9 Water supply safety device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Installation5 - Flavy FX filter installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

5.1 Handling the filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125.2 Installing the filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125.3 Filter storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

6 - Connection to energy networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146.1 Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146.2 Pneumatic connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156.3 Gas connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166.4 Water supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176.5 Connection to drains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Running7 - Running principle of the Flavy FX filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

7.1 Connection of the Flavy FX filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197.2 Tangential filtration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237.3 Rinsing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237.4 Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

8 - Optional equipments for the Flavy FX 1-2-3-5-6 filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248.1 Turbidimeter (A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .248.2 The washing products distributor (B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258.3 The effervescent kit (C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258.4 Water préfilter (D) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .268.5 Automatic restart of the secondary tank (E). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Use9 - Preparation of the wines to be filtered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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10 - Flavy FX filter controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2810.1 Main controls and signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2810.2 The control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2910.3 Control keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

11 - Flavy FX 1-2-3-5-6 filter use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3311.1 Preparation of wines for filtering Flavy FX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

11.1.1 Position of the filter FX in relation to the tanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3311.1.2 Filter preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3311.1.3 Connection of the filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

11.2 Power up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3511.3 Filtration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

11.3.1 Filtration (still or effervescent wine). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3611.3.2 Intermediate rinsing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3711.3.3 Back-pulsing returns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3811.3.4 End of filtration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3911.3.5 Storing and bottling filtered wines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

11.4 Evacuation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4011.4.1 Total evacuation of the filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4011.4.2 Residue evacuation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4011.4.3 Permeate evacuation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4111.4.4 Manual depressurization of filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

11.5 Washing / Rinsing / Emptying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4111.5.1 Recommendations for washing / rinsing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4111.5.2 Starting a washing / rinsing / emptying program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4211.5.3 Long washing program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4311.5.4 Short washing program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4311.5.5 Hot water rinsing program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4411.5.6 Cold water rinsing program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4411.5.7 Total emptying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4511.5.8 Washing poducts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

11.6 Test mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

12 - Modification of settings and programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4912.1 General principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4912.2 Filtration settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5012.3 Washing settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5112.4 Rinsing program adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5312.5 Various settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5312.6 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

13 - Storing the Flavy FX filter between filtration periods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Maintenance14 - Flavy FX filter maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

14.1 Filtration modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5714.2 Backwashing system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5714.3 Valves and electrovalves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5714.4 Pumps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5714.5 Pneumatic circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5814.6 Automaton / control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5814.7 Water filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5814.8 Water prefilter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5814.9 Wine prefilter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5814.10 Couplings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

15 - Help for maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

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01 - General Safety Instructions

When the Flavy FX filter is running, keep away any persons who are not indispensable for itsoperation or supervision.

If walkways, stairways or service platforms are near the filter, check that theoverall installation complies with current safety regulations. Anyone whouses the filter must WITHOUT FAIL be warned of the potential hazards.

Common sense should prevail in all cases :

• Never work on the filter when power is up or when the pneumatic system is underpressure.

• Never modify the filter’s water circuit.

• Never disconnect safety circuits or cancel out their effect.

• Comply with indications from signals and pictograms installed on the filter.

• Make sure « emergency stop » buttons are fully accessible.

• Use only Bucher Vaslin spares.

• Never remove guards or protective covers from the filter.

• Take account of untimely starts.

• Take any necessary precautions when using of CO2.

The use of CO2 is dangerous. COMPLY SCRUPULOUSLY with the operatingprecautions recommended by CO2 distributors and check in particular thatpremises are properly ventilated to ensure safety.

Before undertaking any work on the Flavy FX 1-2-3-5-6 filter, makesure it is isolated WITHOUT FAIL.

• Use the isolating switch in the switchbox and lock it into position O.• Isolate the filter from the pneumatic circuit and bleed air from

system.• Isolate the filter from the water circuit.

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General safety regulations apply to the use of the filter :• Supervize machine operations.• Inform and train persons likely to use the machine.• Check that the safety instructions have been fully understood and are properly

respected.• Any technical intervention must be carried out by authorized and qualified

personnel.• When the machine has not been run for several months, carry out a filter inspection

in order to detect the occurrence of faults that could cause hazardous situations.The emergency stop’s ability to stop filter operating must especially be checked.

The filter must not be installed in an explosive atmosphere.

Bucher Vaslin refuses any liability where these basicsafety regulations are not respected.

02 - Identification of the Flavy FX filter7 / 64

02 - Identification of the Flavy FX filter

2.1 MARKINGSTwo identification plates are fixed on the filter frame :

MAKER’S PLATE

2.2 MACHINE OPERATING CONDITIONS AND INAPPROPRIATE USE

The Flavy FX 1-2-3-5-6 filter were designed for filtering properly prepared wines (see chapter9).Running the machine cannot exclude risk. The cost of repairing possible damage that mightresult (from inappropriate use) shall be borne exclusively by the user.If in doubt, consult your Bucher Vaslin agent.

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03 - Noise measurements coming from Flavy filters

The air noise sent out by each filter placed on the floor is measured successively at four pointsat a distance of 1 m from the filter and at a height of 1.60 m from the floor using a Bruel andKjaer integrating sonometer type 2222. The filter runs in automatic filtration.

The continuous equivalent and weighted sound pressure level is lower than 70 dB (A) at eachmeasuring point. The maximum value of the weighted excess sound pressure is lower than 130dB at each measuring point.

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04 - Safety devices

4.1 ELECTRIC SAFETY CIRCUITS• An emergency stop button located on the control panel and a lockable main isolating

switch located on the switchbox enables filter operating to be halted at any time.• Magnetothermal circuit breakers protect : - The motor of circulating pump P111. - The primary and secondary circuits of the low voltage power supply transformer in the

switch box. - The frequency variation and the feed pump motor P110.

In the case of tripping and after having corrected the transformer or motor overheating problem,just restore power with the circuit breaker in the switch box manually.When a circuit breaker trips, the red « FAULT » indicator lights.

4.2 OPERATING FAULT SIGNALSThe automaton’s screen shows the cause of operating faults.

4.3 PNEUMATIC SAFETY DEVICES• If the pressure of the compressed air inputting the filter is less than 3 bar, a pressure switch

trips and disables filter operating. The « FAULT » indicator lights.

• A 1st pressure reducer (1) set to 5.5 bars (Flavy FX 1-2-3-5-6 VT filter) or 8 bars (FlavyFX 1-2-3-5-6 VE filter) ensures the filter’s supply of air.

• A 2nd pressure reducer (1) set to 2.5 bars (Flavy FX 1-2-3-5-6 VT filter only) is used tofeed the back filtration sleeves.

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Never intervene on the powered valve mechanisms when the filter is switchedon or under air pressure.

4.4 AUTOMATIC RESIDUE CONCENTRATION TESTA patented device constantly tests, during filtration, the state of membranes, enabling thereduction of intermediate rinsings and limitation of chemical washings.

4.5 SAFETY DEVICES OF THE « FILTERED WINE CIRCUIT PRESSURE CALLED PERMEAT »

• With still wine, if the pressure in the filtered wine circuit exceeds 2.7 bar, the filter stopsrunning.

• With effervescent wine, ifthe pressure in the filtered wine circuit exceeds the filterpressurization pressure + 2.7 bar, the filter stops running.

• If the sensor measuring the pressure in the filtered wine circuit is defective, the filterstops running.

The control panel screen displays these faults.

4.6 SAFETY DEVICES OF THE « WINE TO FILTER CIRCUIT PRESSURE CALLED RESIDUE »

• If the sensor measuring the pressure in the wine-for-filtering circuit is defective, the filterstops running.


4.7 MTP (MEAN TRANSMEMBRANE PRESSURE) SAFETY DEVICE• If the MTP reading exceeds 2 bar, the filter stops running.


4.8 PUTTING THE FILTER BACK IN SERVICEWhen a safety device trips, the cause of the fault must be sought, the fault corrected and thefilter put back into service : • By following the instructions indicated on the screen.

• Or by pressing key • Or by stopping and then restarting filter feed.

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4.9 WATER SUPPLY SAFETY DEVICE

Possible valve and pressure switch failures can be detected bya special system on water supply valves. In the event of such afailure, the filter stops running and a considerable discharge ofwater outside the filter can occur.

N.B.: During the filter WASHING / RINSING stages, small quantities of water (afew centiliters) might be discharged occasionally by the electrovalveEV053 (marker 1).

Refer to the Chapter « MAINTENANCE HELP » if necessary.

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05 - Flavy FX filter installation

5.1 HANDLING THE FILTERTo lift the filter, use a forklift truck adapted to the filter load and fitted with flat and adjustableforks. Put the forks under the frame.

The filter must be raised by its frame. During transport or handling, take allnecessary and appropriate measures to ensure the safety of people (load wellbalanced and well secured, etc.).

As the filter is fitted with industrial wheels, take some precautions :• Do not install the equipment on a sloped floor• Do not handle the filter from the down-slope side.• Block the wheels when parking or use even for a short time.

5.2 INSTALLING THE FILTERThe filter frame should be installed horizontally. Ensure accessiblity to filter components,provide an area of at least a meter around the machine.The filter should be put into service in clean conditions and sheltered from frost and ultravioletrays and sufficiently spacious to enable work to be undertaken in satisfactory hygienic andsafety conditions.

If walkways, stairways or service platforms are near the filter, check that theoverall installation complies with current safety regulations.

Dimensions in mm Length Width Height Empty weight

(Kg)Weight filled

with water (Kg)Flavy FX 1 1252 842 1868Flavy FX 2 1568 861 1834Flavy FX 3 1836 861 1834Flavy FX 5 2960 1021 2022Flavy FX 6 2960 1021 2022

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5.3 FILTER STORAGEFiltration membranes must ALWAYS soak in water (refer to Chapter « STORING THE FLAVY FXFILTER BETWEEN TWO FILTRATION PERIODS »).

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06 - Connection to energy networks

6.1 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Electrically connecting filters or any other intervention in the switchbox mustWITHOUT FAIL be carried out by technicians qualified for low voltageelectrical equipment (less than 1000 volts).

Electrical connections must be carried out in compliance with the wiring diagram supplied withthe filter or as per the general installation diagram supplied with the main cabinet.Bad wiring is dangerous and can cause metallic parts to become live.

6.1.1 CONNECTION TO MAINSConnect the three phase wires of the electric power supply cable to terminals 1, 2, 3 on terminalbox XT 001 and the « GROUND » wire to terminal PE.The location of the terminal box in the switchbox and the position of terminals are indicated onthe wiring diagram supplied with the machine on the page headed : « PARTS LOCATION :CONTROL BOX (PLATE) ».Fitting the cable and the cable itself must comply with current regulatory conditions.For European countries, the conditions of directive 73 - 23 EC must especially be respected.

6.1.2 CIRCUIT PROTECTIONThe switchbox contains the circuit breakers and fuses protecting:

• The primary power circuit of 24 Volts.• The secondary power circuit of 24 Volts.• The motor of circulating pump M111.• The frequency variation of pump M110.• The motors of injection pumps M051, M052, M053.• The feed pump fan.

A marker label is affixed to each circuit breaker. The match between the marker of the circuitbreaker and the component the latter protects can be found at the end of the electricity folder inChapter « MNEMONICS NAME ».Also to be found therein is the plan localizing the circuit breakers in the switchbox underheading: « PARTS LOCATION : CONTROL BOX PLATE ».

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6.1.3 FIRST CONNECTIONPower supply voltage (three phases + ground) is marked on each motor’s nameplate.Check it has the same supply voltage as cellar plant equipment.To check whether the order of connection of the conductors to terminals 1, 2, and 3 on theterminal box is correct, the rinsing function (cold water) should be actuated when the filter is ina running state.If the circulating pump do not revolve in the direction indicated by the arrow located onthe motor, reverse two of the motor power supply conductors located in the switchbox.

6.1.4 ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICSPower supply voltage : 400 Volts three-phase + Ground (50 Hz)

Main cable section recommended by VASLIN BUCHER for a cable length lower than 100 m :

6.2 PNEUMATIC CONNECTION

The Flavy FX filter must be fed dry compressed air (no oil) using an independent compressor.Feed pressure must be between 6 and 10 bar (Flavy FX VT) or between 8 and 10 bar (Flavy FXVE) and the compressor must ensure a minimum flow rate of 4 m³/h.

The pneumatic installation must comply with pneumatics state of the art(filter, condenser, drain cock, etc.) and with current safety regulations.

Flavy FX 1 Flavy FX 2 Flavy FX 3 Flavy FX 5 Flavy FX 6

Power in kW 3,75 4,75 8,6 17,2 17,2

Flavy FX 1 Flavy FX 2 Flavy FX 3 Flavy FX 5 Flavy FX 6

Main cable section 4 mm²type 4G4

6 mm²type 4G6


FILTER CONNECTION

Connection of the filter, at the time of installation of pneumaticvinification facilities, must be achieved by means of flexible or rigidpiping and using an outside isolation valve (not supplied by BucherVaslin).

The Flavy FX filter is fitted with a 1/4 inch gas connector (locator1).To relieve air pressure in the filter, you must first close the outsideisolating valve before disconnecting the air feed pipe from the rapidcoupling system, then open the pressure reducer located under theswitchbox (see photo paragraph 4.3.).

NEVER CHANGE pressure reducer settings

AIR CHAMBERTo provide the compressed air required for its operation, the Flavy FX 1-2-3-5-6 filter must beconnected to a compressor fitted with an air chamber of at least 50 litres at 8 bars.

6.3 GAS CONNECTION

Filter connections to gas (CO2, Nitrogen) chambers (not supplied byBucher Vaslin), must be achieved by means of flexible pipingconnected to gas inlet (2).In cases where neutral pressurizing gases are used as expellants,position the manual valve (locator 3) horizontally.

In all cases, RESPECT the instructions given by the CO2 distributors.

Restrict input pressure to a maximum of 10 bar.

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6.4 WATER SUPPLYThe filter Flavy FX must be supplied with perfectly clean hot and cold water. It is fitted with 1cartridge prefilters (filtration 0,5 micron).

A : for cold waterB : for hot water

The cold and hot water supply systems must have a flow rate of at least 3 m³/h for a pressure of between 1 and 6 bars inclusive.

Provide isolating valves at hot and cold water inlets. Connect these valves with flexible pipesappropriate to temperature and pressure conditions.

Recommended temperatures : • Cold water : between 10 and 20°C• Hot water : between 50 and 60°C

Water consumption for one rinsing or washing operation :

N.B.: A full rinsing or washing cycle requires several hot or cold water fillingoperations (refer to paragraph 11.8 : « WASHING - RINSING »)

« Hard » water containing relatively large quantities of calcium andmagnesium salts must be softened before being used by the filter. The waterhardness must be between 12°F and 15°F of CaCO3.

Flavy FX 1 Flavy FX 2 Flavy FX 3 Flavy FX 5 Flavy FX 6Cold water rinsing 28 55 82 165 190

Long washing 150 300 450 930 1100

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For optimal filter running, Bucher Vaslin strongly recommends the use of water with thefollowing characteristics :

The « Fouling Index » of water must be lower than 3.

It is important to carry out water analyses regularly for its quality can vary (inclementweather, etc.).

6.5 CONNECTION TO DRAINS

Washing and rinsing waters are discharged by outlet A into a suitable waste water drainssystem.

Silica (mg / l) If content < 40 If content < 5

Iron (µg / l) < 50 < 500

Manganese (µg / l) < 20 < 200

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07 - Running principle of the Flavy FX filter

7.1 CONNECTION OF THE FLAVY FX FILTER

7.1.1 FLAVY FX 1-2-3 VT FILTER WITH AUTOMATIC WASHING, AND DOSING PUMPS

1 : Wine-for-filtering inlet (union : 40 DIN)

2 : Filtered wine outlet (union : 40 DIN).

3 : Air inlet. (F 1/4’’ gas input)

4 : Gas inlet(F 1/4’’ gas input).

5 : Return ferments for backflush(union : 40 DIN)

6 : Drain washing (union : 40 DIN)

7 : Evacuation at lees (union : 40 DIN)

8 : Cold water(F 1’’ gas input)

9 : Hot water (F 1’’ gas input)

P : Washing products dosing pumps

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7.1.2 FLAVY FX 5-6 VT FILTER WITH AUTOMATIC WASHING, AND DOSING PUMPS










P : Washing products dosing pumps

7.1.3 FLAVY FX 1-2-3 VT FILTER WITH AUTOMATIC WASHING, DOSING PUMPS AND TURBIDMETER KIT










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T : TurbidimeterP : Washing products dosing pumps

7.1.5 FLAVY FX 1-2-3 VE FILTER WITH AUTOMATIC WASHING, DOSING PUMPS AND TURBIDMETER KIT










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A : Equal pressure ferment (F 3/4’’ gas input)T : TurbidimeterP : Washing products dosing pumps

7.1.7 FLAVY FX 5-6 VT FILTER WITH AUTOMATIC WASHING, DOSING PUMPS AND TURBIDMETER KIT AND VALVE KIT SECONDARY TANK


2 : Filtered wine outlet (union :50 DIN).




6 : Drain washing (union :50 DIN)




T : TurbidimeterP : Washing products dosing

pumps B: Wine input from secondary tank

(connection type: 50 DIN)E: Draining off retentate into

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For the position of feed and reception tanks relative to the Flavy FX filter,refer to specifications in Chapter 11.1.1 « POSITION OF FLAVY FX FILTER /TANKS ».

7.2 TANGENTIAL FILTRATION Pump P2 pumps wine-for-filtering into the Bucher Vaslin filtration modules containingmicroporous tubular membranes. The P2 (RESIDUE loop) pump circuit is fed with untreatedwine from the « WINE FOR FILTERING » tank by pump P1. Due to the pressure built up by pumpP1, the untreated wine flows through the tubular membranes and is thus filtered.The speed of circulation of wine in the RESIDUE loop prevents immediate clogging ofmembranes by impurities contained in the wine-for-filtering.The filtered wine is drained off to the « FILTERED WINE » tank. The pressure of filtered wines, the pressure of the RESIDUE loop are measured.The flow and volume of filtered wine are measured and displayed on the automaton screen.Depending on the type of wine and its impurities, the filtration modules get clogged at varyingintervals of time. An automatic backfiltering device regularly unclogs the filtration modules.Backfiltered quantities of wine can be either stored in an ancillary tank or returned to the mothertank or stored in the back-filtration tube for automatic refiltration.Impurities contained in the wine are retained in the filter. They are concentrated and regularlydrained off to the lees when in automatic mode. The volume drained off to lees is displayed on the automaton screen.

7.3 RINSINGWhen in automatic filtration mode the filter itself checks on clogging of filtration modules andautomatically commands intermediate water rinsing cycles when necessary.Those intermediate rinsings are achieved automatically.

7.4 WASHINGWhen changing type of wine for filtering (e.g.: red to white), when water rinsing is no longersufficiently effective or before a prolonged halt to filter running, a washing operation usingcleaning agents is necessary.Cleanliness of membranes can be checked by the automatic « WATER FLOW » test.

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08 - Optional equipments for the Flavy FX 1 - 2 - 3 - 5 - 6 filter

8.1 TURBIDIMETER (A)

The turbidimeter (A) is used to determine the concentration ofsuspended matter in a liquid. It acts as a safety device by haltingfilter running in the event of general filtration failure.

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8.2 THE WASHING PRODUCTS DISTRIBUTOR (B)

The washing products distributor, controlled by the filter,enables the addition of different products (citric acid, soda,chlorinated or unchlorinated products, hydrogen peroxide) towater during washing programs (LONG or SHORT).

Dosages of the various products are achieved by entering thevolume of the product to be injected relative to the volume of

water in the tank. To know the dosages of the various washingproducts refer to Chapter « WASHING/RINSING ». The procedure for modifying settings is decribed in Chapter «MODIFICATION OF SETTINGS AND PROGRAMS ».

Position of productcontainers

The various product containers must be placed as near as possible tothe filter and laid on the floor.

Suction and lift pipes Make sure that the suction pipes (wide mouth) and lift (small mouth)are always correctly placed in the various containers.

From time to time make sure the containers are filled with the appropriateproducts.

8.3 THE EFFERVESCENT KIT (C)

The effervescent kit enables the Flavy FX 1-2-3-5-6 filter tooperate under pressure and so filter effervescent wines whilepreventing the wine from becoming degassed during filterfilling.To use the filter for effervescent wine, you must connect themother tank to the pressure equalization tap (C) on the FlavyFX filter.

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8.4 WATER PREFILTER (D)A water prefilter fitted with 3 disposable filtration cartridges (20’’) is available for the Flavy FX5 and Flavy FX 6 models only. The prefilter provides 3 filtration steps to 5, 1 and 0.5 micronsrespectively.

4 pressure gauges give readings on the dirt accumulation in the cartridges. If the pressure variation reaches 1 bar between two pressure gauges, check the cartidge locatedbetween the two pressure gauges. If the pressure variation reaches 2 bars between the first and last pressure gauge, check the car-tidges.

8.5 AUTOMATIC RESTART OF THE SECONDARY TANK (E)A valve system (E) enables automa-tic filtration of the secondary tank torestart (back-pulsing return) whenfiltration of the main tank (parenttank) is finished.

Once filtration of the secondary tankis achieved, the retentate is drainedoff to the lees.

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09 - Preparation of the wines to be filtered

The Flavy FX 1 - 2 - 3 - 5 - 6 filter was designed and is appropriate for the filtration of previouslyprocessed wines as specified in the present chapter.Any other planned use must be submitted to Bucher Vaslin for their approval and specialrecommendations if required.In the event of non-compliance with this provision, Bucher Vaslin refuses any responsibilityinvolving the consequences relative to the equipment and processed products.

• Wines : Partially or fully fermented grape juices, stabilized using suitable physical oroenological processes.

• Any wine is suitable for processing by the filter subject to appropriate pre-clarificationprocesses.

• In all cases, the purpose of the treatment is to pre-clarify wines in such a way as to obtain aproduct whose NTU turbidity index will be less than 500 NTU.

• In order to achieve that, the following usual operations can be performed : - Successive drawing off operations- Complete sedimentation in the case of wines treated with products such as smectite, active carbon, cream of tartar, etc- Elimination of scale deposits

The filter must not UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES WHATSOEVER be fedfrom the bottoms of tanks containing the deposits of sedimentations quotedabove.

• Temperature of wines for processing: from -4°C to +40°C. In the case of processing attemperatures lower than 15°C, the filtration flow rate will be reduced bearing in mind theviscosity of the processed product.E.g.: A drop in flow rate occurs of the order of 2 to 2.5 % per degree Celsius between 15and 0°C.

PROCESSING EFFERVESCENT WINES

Filtration of effervescent wines is possible with Flavy FX 1-2-3-5-6 VE filters only.

OTHER CASES

Contact Bucher Vaslin.

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10 - Flavy FX filter controls

10.1 MAIN CONTROLS AND SIGNALS

1 : Filter control panel2 : Emergency stop3 : Lockable main isolating switch4 : Power up visual indicator5 : Fault visual indicator

The emergency stop is a safety control. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCESWHATEVER must it be used to stop normal operations of the Flavy FX filter.

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10.2 THE CONTROL PANEL

The Flavy FX filter control panel is divided diagramatically into 4 zones : 1, 2, 3 and 4.

Zone 1 : SCREEN The graphic display gives messages relative to filter operations andprogramming and relative to safety devices, etc.

Zone 2 : Selec-tion of functions

The 6 keys located on each side of the screen enable the command of thevarious functions of the current mode shown on the screen.

Zone 3 : Data acquisition

The digital keypad enables the makeup of the various programs to bechecked and modified : • Access to settings for testing or modification and especially the choice

between still and effervescent wine operations• Access to maintenance pages and filter configuration pages• Adjustment of screen contrast

Zone 4 : STOP Suspension of filter operationWhatever operating method is in use, press the STOP key once to suspendthe current function. That does not however suspend modification offiltration parameters.Press the STOP key a second time to halt the function definitvely.

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10.3 CONTROL KEYS

KEY USE OBSERVATION

FILTRATION

Mode selection : FILTRATION

Selection of type of wine to be filtered (Still wine or effervescent wine)

Reset of parameters controlled by the filter (volume filtered, average flow rate,

duration, etc.)

Start of filtration program

Filtration details

EVACUATION

Mode selection : EVACUATION

Total EVACUATION

Permeate EVACUATION

Residue EVACUATION

DEPRESSURIZATION of filter

TEST

Mode selection : TEST

Water flow TEST

Filtrate leak TEST


KEY USE OBSERVATION

WASHING - EMPTYING

Mode selection : WASHING - EMPTYING

Short WASHING

Long WASHING

Manual WASHING

Cold water RINSING

Hot water RINSING

Total draining of the filter

DEFAULTS

Fault acknowledgement

OTHER KEYS

Back to Mode selection page or of the current Mode

Display of general information and maintenance pages

Access control to program adjustments

1st touch : Halt to other current functions being processed2nd touch : Halt to suspended functions

Parameter saving and back to adjustment selection page

Screen contrast adjustment. This adjustment is achieved by holding down the key while using the up or down arrows.

Data modification


KEY USE OBSERVATION

OTHER KEYS

Modification validation

Movement of modification zone

Movement of modification zone

Modification of text zones or last page Parameter values are modified using keys 0 to 9

Modification of text zones or next page

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11 - Flavy FX 1-2-3-5-6 filter use

11.1 PREPARATION OF WINES FOR FILTERING FLAVY FX

11.1.1 POSITION OF THE FILTER FX IN RELATION TO THE TANKSFeed and reception tanks must, as a general rule, be located as close as possible to the Flavy FXfilter.The length of piping providing the link between the feed tank and the filter should not exceed50 m.A standard requirement is the positioning of the filter at the same level as the tanks.If the filter is located at a lower level, you should make sure that in all cases the height of returnpumping does not exceed 6 m.

It is not recommended to set the filter higher than the reception tank. Indeed, that location couldresult in a siphon effect on the filter with low pressure at the membrane output which woulddisturb the machine process.If, however, that proves indispensable :• Make sure in all cases that the level in the bottom of the reception tank does not exceed

- 4 m relative to the filter’s lobe pump.

N.B. : In all cases, a no return valve ensures back pressure of 200 mbars required to ensure goodquality back filtrations.

Reminder : A safety device inhibits use of the filter if the pressure in the filteredwine circuit exceeds 2.7 bar (still wine) or the pressure of filterpressurization + 2.7 bar (effervescent wine).

11.1.2 FILTER PREPARATION• Check the connection to the various energy networks (electricity, compressed air, eau, gas).• Use 40-mm diameter pipiing.• Clean the filter before re-use.


WINE PREFILTER

The prefilter installed on the Flavy FX 1-2-3-5-6 filter is asafety device provided to retain the solid particles that areinadvertently carried along by the wine for filtering. The prefilter is rapidly saturated and clogged up if the winefor filtering contains suspended solid particles larger than 1mm.The prefilter must be washed daily (see paragraph 14.8 :« WINE PREFILTER »).

The Flavy FX filter must not UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCESWHATSOEVER be operated without that safety device. If that clause is notrespected, Bucher Vaslin accepts no responsibility as to the consequences onequipment and processed products.

• Clean the filterFirst time use : Carry out a rinsing operation with cold water followed by a short wash (see Chapter 11.5.2).Make sure the filter is clean by testing last rinsing water (smell, taste, pH).Restart a washing operation if the rinsing water test is not satisfactory.

After a long period of filter shutdown : Refer to the strong recommendations in Chapter 13.

During the operating camapign : Comply with the indications mentioned in Chapter 11.5 : «WASHING / RINSING / EMPTYING ».

In all cases, before starting filtration, make sure the filter is clean by testing the last rinsing waterand by checking the water flow rate.

• Check the values of the various settings (refer to Chapter « MODIFICATION OFSETTINGS AND PROGRAMS ».

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11.1.3 CONNECTION OF THE FILTERConnection of the filter depends on the various options with which the Flavy FX 1-2-3-5-6 filteris fitted. Refer to paragraph 7.2 dealing with connecting the filter.In all cases, Bucher Vaslin strongly recommends that the « TANK RETURN » outlet be connectedto an ancillary tank for storing back filtrations and wine rinsings. Refer also to paragraph 12.2for the various filtration program adjustments.

11.2 POWER UP

Check connections to energy networks are correct, that safetydevices(emergency stop, etc.) have not been tripped, and that in general thefilter can be used IN TOTAL SAFETY.

Power up : Set the general isolating switch in position I. The screen displays :

This screen enables choosing from among the various filter modes :

Washing - Draining Mode Filtration Mode

Test Mode Evacuation Mode

To select an operating mode, simply hit the appropriate key.

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The keys displayed in reverse video can be used. If not this displayed this means that theconditions for using these keys are not being met.


11.3 FILTRATION To check or modify filtration parameters (TYPE OF WINE, quantity of wine for filtering,turbidity), refer to the Chapter : « MODIFICATION OF SETTINGS AND PROGRAMS ».Check that all preparations for filter operating have been achieved (see paragraph 11.1) andespecially that the filter is empty and clean.

Select filtration mode (key ), the filter screen displays :

Key enables selecting the type of filtration (Still wine or Effervescent wine) for FX 1-2-3-5-6 VE filters. A reminder of the type selected is signaled on the FILTRATION mode page.

Before attemping any new filtration, hit key to reset certain valuescontrolled by the filter and displayed on the screen (volume filtered, durationof filtration, value of average flow rate, volume to lees).

Hit key in the numeric key pad to return to mode selection page.

11.3.1 FILTRATION (STILL OR EFFERVESCENT WINE)

To start filtration operation, hit key . For the still wine, The filter supply pump starts and sucks in the wine contained in the wine-for-filtering tank. The filter fills with wine and the air is discharged from the RESIDUE circuit.Then, the circulation pump starts up and when the filtered wine circuit (PERMEATE) is filled withwine, the filtered wine outlet valve opens and filtration starts.For effervescent wine, before starting the filtration, the filter carries out pressurization (CO2,nitrogen) of its circuits to prevent the wine from degassing during filling.

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The filter screen displays :

The screen displays the total quantity of filtered wine, the instantaneous flow together withcurrent operations.

Press key to display details of the current filtration operation.

Press key on the digital keypad to return to the filtration display.

11.3.2 INTERMEDIATE RINSING

When an intermediate rinsing is commanded, the filter is no longer fed with wine for filtering.• For Flavy FX VT filters, wine contained in the RETENTATE circuit is evacuated to the lees,

the wine contained in the PERMEATE circuit is discharged to the filtered wines tank. • for Flavy FX VE filters, the wine contained in the RETENTATE circuit is discharged to the

mother tank, the wine contained in the PERMEATE circuit is discharged into the filteredwines tank then the filter carries out a depressurization process.

Once the intermediate rinsing is achieved, filtration continues.

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11.3.3 BACK-PULSING RETURNSDepending on the setting carried out on the “RETURN RETRO” parameter (refer to paragraph12.2: « FILTRATION ADJUSTMENT », the Flavy FX filter will return back-pulsing waste, winerinsings and retentates depending on the configuration.

Flavy FX 1-2-3 and Flavy FX 5-6 filters without the option « automatic restart ofsecondary tank»

“RETRO* RETURNS ”: Parent tank• 1 : Wine-for-filtering Input and wine rinsing Returns to parent tank• 2 : Back-pulsing Returns to parent tank• 3 : Permeate Drain-off to wine-for-filtering tank • 4 : Retentate Drain-off to lees tank

“RETRO* RETURNS ”: Tube• 1 : Wine-for-filtering Input and wine rinsing Returns to parent tank• 2 : Valve closed, back-pulsing Returns to tube• 3 : Permeate Drain-off to wine-for-filtering tank• 4 : Retentate Drain-off to lees tank

“RETRO* RETURNS ”: Secondary tank• 1 : Wine-for-filtering Input • 2 : Back-pulsing Returns to the secondary tank• 3 : Permeate Drain-off to wine-for-filtering tank• 4 : Retentate Drain-off & wine rinsing Returns to lees tank or to secondary tank

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“RETRO* RETURNS ”: Secondary tank• 1 : Wine-for-filtering Input coming from parent tank• 2 : Back-pulsing Returns to the secondary tank• 3 : Permeate Drain-off to wine-for-filtering tank• 4 : Final retentate Drain-off to lees tank• 5 : Wine-for-filtering Input coming from secondary tank• 6 : Retentate Drain-off & wine rinsing Returns to secondary tank

11.3.4 END OF FILTRATIONWhen the filter wine supply is interrupted (wine-for-filtering tank a priori empty), there is anautomatic halt to supply pump running.If the difference between wine-for-filtering and filtered wine is greater than 10 Hl, the filtersignals « SUPPLY FAULT ». The filter then remains filled with wine.

Still wine : If the difference in volume is less than 10 Hl, the filter starts the end offiltration procedure : • Evacuation of PERMEATE to the filtered wine tank• Evacuation of RETENTATE to the lees (return to tube or ancillary tank• Evacuation of RETENTATE to mother tank (return to mother tank)

Effervescentwine :

If the difference between volumes of wine-for-filtering and filtered wine isless than the volume of lees, the filter starts the end of filtration procedure :• Evacuation of PERMEATE circuit to filtered wine tank.• Evacuation of RETENTATE circuit to mother tank.• Depressurization of RETENTATE circuit and PERMEATE circuit.

The filter then automatically carries out the required sequence at the end of filtration (shortwash, long wash, rinsing or nothing).When the programmed quantity of wine has been filtered, the filter then starts the end offiltration procedure and if required, the end of filtration sequence.

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11.3.5 STORING AND BOTTLING FILTERED WINESWines filtered with the FX filter have a low germ content on output from filter provided that themachine has been properly cleaned.That does not under any circumstances dispense the user from performing vital stability testsand appropriate oenological processes.

During bottling, it is INDISPENSABLE to implement normal stabilisationmethods (cartridge filter, means of preservation, etc.) depending on thecharacteristics of the filtered wines.

11.4 EVACUATION Select the function EVACUATION by hitting key . The screen displays :

11.4.1 TOTAL EVACUATION OF THE FILTER

Key enables command of total discharge of filter.For the Flavy FX VT filter :

• Evacuation of PERMEATE to filtered wine tank• Evacuation of RETENTATE to lees

For the Flavy FX VE filter : • Evacuation of PERMEATE to filtered wine tank• Evacuation of RETENTATE to mother tank• Depressurization of filter

11.4.2 RESIDUE EVACUATION

Key enables command of the evacuation of RESIDUE.The RETENTATE circuit is drained off to the lees by means of air blasting.

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11.4.3 PERMEATE EVACUATION

Key enables command of the evacuation of PERMEATE.The PERMEATE circuit is dicharged to the filtered wines tank.

If the filter is filled with wine, a complete discharge of the filter is advised (seethe chapter TEST MODE). If this is not the case, always start by discharging theFILTRATE circuit in order to recover the full volume of filtered wine containedin the filter. If discharge were to start by the RESIDUE circuit, a percentage offiltered wine would be conveyed, through the filtration membranes, to theRESIDUE circuit.

11.4.4 MANUAL DEPRESSURIZATION OF FILTER It is only active when there is a total halt to filter operations.It enables a manual depressurization of the filter.

11.5 WASHING / RINSING / EMPTYING

11.5.1 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR WASHING / RINSINGFilter cleanliness conditions the following characteristics :

• Quality of filtered wines• Filtration flow rate• The microbiological aspect

Never wait for filter to clog before cleaning.

Depending on the nature of filtered wine, the filter clogs more or less quickly. The frequency ofautomatic intermediate operations (with wine or water) during filtration must take thisphenomenom into account.Intermediate rinsing operations are generally very efficient and delay in-depth clogging of thefiltration membranes.

• For relatively unchanging filter operating conditions (type of wine, rinsing frequency, etc),we recommend at least a SHORT WASHING operation at the end of a day’s filtration.

• When the type of wine for filtering changes (e.g.: a switch from red to white wine), it isobvious a filter washing operation will be required.

• Prior to a washing cycle, always proceed with a hot water rinsing cycle.• Comply systematically with dosages recommended for washing products.

Efficacy is not generally increased when doses are increased.


After a filter washing cycle using washing products, CARRY OUT WITHOUTFAIL a rinsing operatiion with water.

When water is emptying during the last rinsing operation prior to a filtrationcycle, check WITHOUT FAIL the total cleanliness of rinsing water (smell, taste,etc.).

Clean the wine prefilter at every washing operation. Also, check the positionof the prefilter grids.

11.5.2 STARTING A WASHING / RINSING / EMPTYING PROGRAM

Select the function WASHING / RINSING / EMPTYING by hitting key , the screen displays :

Your Flavy FX filter has 4 WASHING / RINSING programs if the filter is fitted with a water feedkit. The SHORT WASHING program cannot be modified while the LONG WASHING, HOT WATERRINSING, COLD WATER RINSING and the dosages of the various washing products can bemodified by the user (refer to Chapter « MODIFICATION OF SETTINGS AND PROGRAMS ».

Check that everything is ready for using the filter : • Hot and cold water supply• Discharge to drains, etc.

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11.5.3 LONG WASHING PROGRAM Select the function WASHING / RINSING / EMPTYING (see the chapter 11.5.2).

Key enables command the long washing program, the screen displays :

The screen displays current operations.

Hit key once to enable a function pause.

Hit the key once more to halt the function.The quantities of washing products distributed during LONG WASHING program will be thoseprogrammed on the washing program setting page (refer to Chapter «MODIFICATION OFSETTINGS AND PROGRAMS».)

11.5.4 SHORT WASHING PROGRAM Select the function WASHING / RINSING / EMPTYING (see the chapter 11.5.2).

Key enables command the short washing program. This program cannot be modifiedby the user, the screen displays :

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Hit the key once more to halt the function.The quantities of washing products distributed during SHORT WASHING program will be thoseprogrammed on the washing program setting page (refer to Chapter «MODIFICATION OFSETTINGS AND PROGRAMS».)

11.5.5 HOT WATER RINSING PROGRAM Select the function WASHING / RINSING / EMPTYING (see the chapter 11.5.2).

Key enables command the hot water rinsing program, the screen displays :



Hit the key once more to halt the function.

11.5.6 COLD WATER RINSING PROGRAM Select the function WASHING / RINSING / EMPTYING (see the chapter 11.5.2).

Key enables command the cold water rinsing program.

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The screen displays :




11.5.7 TOTAL EMPTYING Select the function WASHING / RINSING / EMPTYING (see the chapter 11.5.2).

Key enables command the total emptying program, the screen displays :




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11.5.8 WASHING PRODUCTSTo retain full washing product efficacity, the water inputting the filter must not contain too greata quantity of calcium, magnesium or iron salts, among others.If necessary, use a water softener (refer to Chapter « PRODUCT FEEDING AND DRAINING ».Check that the hot water temperature (normally 55°C) is compatible with the maximumtemperature of washing products .

Washing products are dangerous (acids, bases, etc.). Use productsrecommended by Bucher Vaslin and SCRUPULOUSLY CARRY OUT theprecautions for use recommended by the distributors of these products.

Other products could be used, the most simple being soda (sodium hydroxide ). Other alkaline, alkaline-chlorinated, acid and oxydizing products can be used.Acid products (citric acid) are usually used for rinsing after an alkaline washing operation or forprewashing when the filtered product contains much sugar.Alkaline-chlorinated products are usually very effective although they cannot always be used(where chlorine is present).Some other oxidizing products based on hydrogen peroxide (oxygenated water) can beeffective, as a complement when alkaline washing is necessary.

The washing products distributor enables adding various products (citric acid, soda, chlorinatedor non-chlorinated products, hydrogen peroxide) to water during washing programs (LONG orSHORT). The dosages of the various products is achieved by entering the volume of the product to beinjected relative to the volume of tank water. The procedure for changing settings is describedin the Chapter «MODIFICATION OF SETTINGS AND PROGRAMS».

WASHING WITH CHLORINE

WASHING WITHOUT CHLORINE

DIVOS 120 Liquid citric acid% (relative to volume of water in filter) 1.0 0.5

DIVOS 123Hydrogen peroxide

(35% of O2)Liquid citric

acid% (relative to volume of water in filter) 1.6 0.25 0.5


11.6 TEST MODE Select the function TEST by hitting key . The screen displays :

11.6.1 WATER FLOW RATE TEST The « WATER FLOW RATE » test enables an assessment of filter cleanliness. This is expressedas a percentage by a CLEANLINESS LEVEL.

Interpretationof CLENALINESS

LEVEL

From 0 to 49 % : WASHING IMPERATIVEA new washing operation is imperative for the filter is dirty.From 50 to 79 % : WASHING RECOMMENDEDIf the quantity of wine for filtering is small, there is no point in washing thefilter. If this is not so rewashing is necessary.

From 80 to 100 % : CLEAN FILTERThe filter is clean.

To command the function hit key .



Several « WATER FLOW RATE » tests carried out consecutively can bring aboutmembrane clogging if the water used is not absolutely clean.

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11.6.2 LEAKAGE TEST The « LEAKAGE TEST » involves checking whether there are leaks in the RETENTAT circuit atpoints like the filtration capillary tubes, air valves, etc.

To start the « LEAKAGE TEST », hit key .In the case of a detected leak, a fault message displays on the control panel screen.



Before starting the « LEAKAGE TEST », the filter must be emptied WITHOUTFAIL .

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12 - Modification of settings and programs

12.1 GENERAL PRINCIPLE

Key enables the display on the screen of the settings selection menu :

To select a setting, hit the appropriate figure (1 to 5) on the automaton’s numeric keypad.

To quit the function SETTING, hit key again.

A reminder of these instructions displays.

MODIFICATION OF SETTINGS

Display of settings page required (E.g.: to modify the FILTRATION program). To modify settings, you must :

• Enter a modifiable parameter that displays on a black background in modification

mode when the modification key is hit.• Move the modifiable zone (on a black background) by means of keys and

to the parameter to be modified.• Modify parameters by using the numeric keypad for figures and keys

and for texts.

• Validate the modification by hitting key

• Quit the modification mode by hitting key

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12.2 FILTRATION SETTINGSTo modify the settings, use the procedure detailed in paragraph 12.1.Select the filtration settings, the screen displays :

QTY WINE TO FILTER

This information is important for it enables : • Halting filtration when the programmed volume is reached.• Detecting the bottom of the tank and automatically commanding filter rinsing.• Identifying possible faults in the supply of wine for filtering.

To enable this, the programmed volume must be sufficiently precise. It must integrate possibledifferences between the assumed volumes in tanks and the matching measurement made at thefilter flowmeter. Furthermore, the calculation of volumes made by the flowmeter could beslightly upset by the CO2 content of filtered wines.The operating screen in FILTRATION mode indicates the volumes for filtering and those alreadyfiltered.

TYPE OF WINE

This parameter enables selecting the type of wine :DIFFICULT WINE :Wine generally poorly clarified and little drawn off

Red wine (press wine)Unprocessed wineYoung wineSweet wine

EASY WINE : Wine drawn off several times or prefilteredWhite wine

STANDARD WINE :All other wines

RETURN

This parameter enables defining to which location back filtration rejects are returned (TUBE,EXTERNAL VAT or MAIN VAT) .Bucher Vaslin strongly recommends the following adjustments:For EASY WINES: return to TUBEFor DIFFICULT WINES: return to EXTERNAL VAT

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For EFFERVESCENT WINES: return to TUBE or MAIN VATThis parameter also has an incidence when the filter carries out wine rinsing during filtration : Return = EXTERNAL VAT: RETENTATE to leesReturn = MAIN VAT or TUBE: RETENTATE and PERMEATE to MAIN VAT

But also when the filter starts an end of filtration cycle (refer to paragraph 11.3.4).

FILTRATION END

This parameter enables selecting the WASHING - RINSING sequence that will be automaticallyachieved at the end of the filtration program (LONG WASHING, SHORT WASHING or RINSING).

MAXIMUM TURBIDITY

This maximum value functions as a protective measure interrupting filter running in the eventof a failure in the filtration unit as a whole.Avoid programming settings that are too low.The maximum setting is 4 ntu.To disable turbidity control, the setting 00.0 should be programmed.For normal running, the turbidity of filtered wines is usually less than 1 ntu.

N.B. : To ensure correct turbidimeter functioning, it is recommended to adjust theturbidimeter setting to between 1 and 2 ntu.

EXTERNAL VAT FILTRATION: YES / NO

This parameter is available only for Flavy FX 5 and Flavy FX 6 filters fitted with the option « AUTOMATIC RESTART OF SECONDARY TANK ».This parameter enables external tank filtration to be automatically started at the end of filtrationof the parent tank.

12.3 WASHING SETTINGSTo modify the settings, use the procedure detailed in paragraph 12.1.Select the washing settings, the screen displays :

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12.3.1 SHORT WASHING ADJUSTMENTThe SHORT washing program cannot be modified by the user.

12.3.2 LONG WASHING ADJUSTMENTOnly the HOT WATER WASHING sequence time (from 30 to 90 min) and STEEPING time (from0 to 48 hrs) can be modified by the filter user. The LONG WASHING program is then made up asfollows :

• Warm water prewashing time 15 min• Hot water washing time 30 to 90 min• Steeping time 0 to 48 hr• Warm water rinsing time 5 min• Citric acid washing time 15 min• Cold water rinsing time 2 min• Cold water rinsing time 2 min

12.3.3 DOSE PRODUCTS ADJUSTMENT

Press key to have access to product dosing adjustments. The screen displays :

This screen enables the definition of doses of the various washing products used during SHORTWASHING and LONG WASHING programs. The dosage will be carried out by entering the volumeof the product to be injected in relation to the volume of water in the Flavy FX filter.

WASHING PROGRAMS WITH CHLORINATED PRODUCTS

WASHING PROGRAMS WITH NON-CHLORINATED PRODUCTS

N°1 Products N°2 Products N°3 ProductsDIVOS 120 / Liquid citric acid

% 1.0 / 0.5

N°1 Products N°2 Products N°3 ProductsDIVOS 123 Hydrogen peroxide (35% of O2) Liquid citric acid

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12.4 RINSING PROGRAM ADJUSTMENTTo modify the settings, use the procedure detailed in paragraph 12.1.Select the rinsing settings, the screen displays :

12.4.1 HOT WATER RINSING ADJUSTMENTOnly the hot water rinsing sequence time (from 2 to 30 min) can be modified by the filter user.An additional cold water rinsing sequence can also be programmed. The HOT WATER RINSINGprogram is then made up as follows :

• Warm water rinsing time 5 min• Hot water rinsing time 2 to 30 min• Warm water rinsing time 5 min• Cold water rinsing time 2 min

12.4.2 COLD WATER RINSING ADJUSTMENTOnly the cold water rinsing sequence time (from 2 to 30 min) can be modified by the filter user. The COLD WATER RINSING program is then made up as follows :

• Cold water rinsing time 2 to 30 min

12.5 VARIOUS SETTINGSTo modify the settings, use the procedure detailed in paragraph 12.1.Select the others settings, the screen displays :

UNITSEnables defining the unit of volume and flow rate.

LANGUAGEEnables defining the language of the automaton.

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12.6 CONFIGURATIONThis adjustment is accessible for Bucher Vaslin technicians only.

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13 - Storing the Flavy FX filter between filtration periods

Whatever the storage time, the filtration membranes must ALWAYS soak inwater. To do this, simply command a cold water rinsing operation.

Before any prolonged halt to filter running, carry out a complete washing operation and checkthe filter is totally clean. For halts ranging from a few hours to a few days, simply fill the filterwith water by commanding COLD WATER RINSING after the washing operations.For halts ranging form a few days to several months, it is recommended to add a sulfuroussolution (dissolved SO2) to the filter rinsing water.

Before re-using the filter, this water must be emptied and the various operations depending ontime and conditions of storage must be carried out.

For very long halts, change the acidified water every 3 months.

N.B. : To improve the efficacity of the SO2, it might be necessary to acidify thiswater by adding a small quantity of citric acid. The aim is to obtain a pHvalue of less than 7 before adding the SO2.

Quantities of SO2 normally used are as follows :

Length of halt 1 day 2 to 5 days 6 to 14 days 15 days +Sulfurous solution No Yes No Yes Yes Yes

Operations to be carried out Emptying Cold water

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water rinsingwashing +

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Nature of product Powder% 0,05Flavy FX 1 20 gFlavy FX 2 40 gFlavy FX 3 60 gFlavy FX 5 100 g Flavy FX 6 120 g

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The sulfurous solution must be well mixed with the water when the filter tank is being filledwith water (start of rinsing cycle).

The sulfurous solution must be well mixed with the water when the filter tankis being filled with water (start of rinsing cycle).

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14 - Flavy FX Filter maintenance

Before any intervention on the filter, make sure it is not live and cannot bemade live without you being aware of it (main isolating switch on O, locked inposition with padlock). Close off water, air and gas supplies, depressurize thepneumatic circuit with the blow-off valve of the pressure reducer located underthe swirchbox.

14.1 FILTRATION MODULESBetween 2 periods of use, the filter must be stored with its filtration modules totally clean, filledwith water and, if necessary, with disinfectants added (refer to Chapter « STORING THE FLAVYFX FILTER BETWEEN FILTRATION PERIODS ».

14.2 BACKWASHING SYSTEM

The backwash system is subject to wear and is not covered by the BucherVaslin guarantee.

This system includes a flexible, deformable part that must be checked at least once a year tomake sure it is totally clean. We advise you to have this inspection carried out by your Bucher Vaslin agent and to replacethe deformed parts AT LEAST once a year or every 1,200 hours of operation (whichever is first).

14.3 VALVES AND ELECTROVALVESCheck the tightness of valves and electrovalves once a year, especially the joints. In the eventof leaks, contact your Bucher Vaslin agent.Change the seal joints once every 3 years.

14.4 PUMPSThe RESIDUE circuit (wine for filtering) circulating pump are fitted with packing seals ensuringtightness between pump shells and the rotor. Change packing every year or every 2500 hoursof operation.Contact your Bucher Vaslin agent.

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14.5 PNEUMATIC CIRCUITThe pressure reducers supplying high and low pressure air and gas are fitted with filters.Clean these filters regularly (at least once a month)Drain off condensates as soon as liquid appears in the pressure reducer bowls.

14.6 AUTOMATON / CONTROL PANELThe filter’s various automatic functions are controlled by an automaton located in theswitchbox.To prevent the filter from being disturbed by electricity power cuts, some data is saved by meansof a lithium battery. This life span of the battery is about 3 years.When the message « BATTERY » displays on the screen, have the battery replaced by yourBucher Vaslin agent.As a precaution, we advise changing the battery every three years.

14.7 WATER FILTERDisposable filter cartridge is located at hot and cold waterconnection points of the filter.Filtering cartridge must be changed as soon as dirt accumulation isdetected :

• Cartridge dirt accumulation causes a reduction of the rate offlow of supply water. The time necessary to refill the filterthen increases abnormally.

• A 2rd method for the detection of cartridge dirtaccumulation can be based on the number of intermediaterinsing operations, of washing operations, the volumefiltered or the number of filter working hours.

Whatever method is decided, the cartridges must be replaced as soon as dirt accumulation isdetected.

14.8 WATER PREFILTER (OPTION)

4 pressure gauges give readings on thedirt accumulation in the cartridges. If the pressure variation reaches 1 barbetween two pressure gauges, check thecartidge located between the two pressu-re gauges. If the pressure variation reaches 2 barsbetween the first and last pressure gau-ge, check the cartidges.

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14.9 WINE PREFILTERThe metallic prefilter fitted to the Flavy FX filter is a protective itemprovided to hold back solid particles inadvertently swept along by thewine-for-filtering. This prefilter will rapidly become saturated if thewine-for-filtering contains suspended solid particles larger than 1 mm.The prefilter must be washed every day. To wash the prefilter, simply unscrew the DIN (1) union in order toextract the prefilter (2).

The Flavy FX filter must never UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTRANCES be operatedwithout this safety device. In cases where this clause is not respected, BucherVaslin refuses any responsibility involving consequences relative toequipment and processed products.

14.10 COUPLINGSCheck coupling tightness every month.Check the sealing joint of all couplings every year.

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15 - Help for maintenance

The purpose of this chapter is to provide possible explanations for faults displayed by thecontrol panel screen and to give instructions to eliminate these faults.

PROBLEMS, CAUSES, REMEDIESSECURITY : Filter stops running

Causes : • Excess current in motor M 110, M111 or short circuit.• Accidental or voluntary engagement of the emergency stop button.• Main air supply less than 3 bar.• Air pressure switch badly adjusted• Mechanical part of air pressure switch defective.• Overheating of motor of pump P1.• Bad adjustment of magnetothermal circuit breaker.• Wine prefilter possibly blocked.• Frequency variation in alarm mode.

Remedies : • Push the button again after checking the electricity circuit and clearingthe cause of tripping (refer to the filter electricity folder).

• Check the problem is cleared before pushing the button again.• Check the air distribution system (compressor, valves, leaks, etc.).

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PLC BATTERY : Interruption of filter runningCause : • Defective battery.

Remedy : • Change the battery (contact your Bucher Vaslin agent).

CONFIGURATION : Filter stops runningCause : • Configuration badly carried out or not at all

Remedy : • Reconfigure the automaton (contact your Bucher Vaslinagent)

INTERBUS : Filter stops runningCause : • Loss of communication with automaton.

Remedy : • Contact your Bucher Vaslin agent

Other faults necessitating acknowledgement only might display on the control panel screen.After clearing the cause of the problem, hit key A to restart the filter.

FILLING INCIDENT : Filter stops runningCauses : • No air bleeding of wine supply pipe at filter start-up.

• Dirty prefilter.• The filter of wine-for-filtering tank closed.• Starting problem on wine-for-filtering tank.• Filter is clogged.• Level detector N116 defective

Remedies : • Check state of prefilter, then the other points.• Contact your Bucher Vaslin agent.

CROSS FLOW OVERPRESSURE : Filter stops runningCauses : • Difference of pressure between RESIDUE and FILTRATE circuits greater

than 2 bars.• RESIDUE or FILTRATE pressure sensor defective• Filtration modules defective.

Remedy : • Contact your Bucher Vaslin agent.


OVERPRESSURE FILTRATE : Filter stops runningCauses : • Incorrect flow of filtered wine.

• Valve V110 closed.• Valve V110 or V109 blocked and closed.• Height of pump lift too great.• FILTRATE sensor pressure defective.

Remedies : • Check filtered wine flows correctly• Contact your Bucher Vaslin agent.

WINE SUPPLYING INCIDENT : Filter stops runningCauses : • No air bleeding of wine supply pipe at filter start-up.

• Dirty prefilter.• The valve of wine-for-filtering tank V101 is closed.• Starting problem on wine-for-filtering tank.• Filter is clogged.• Level N115 defective• Inconsistency between capacity of wine-for-filtering tank and quantity

of filtered wine.Remedies : • Check state of prefilter, then the other points.

• Contact your Bucher Vaslinagent.

WATER SUPPLYING INCIDENT : Filter stops runningCauses : • Water valves V051, V052, V053, V056, V057 defective

• Insufficient water system• Pressure switch B051 defective

Remedies : • Check state of valves and pressure switch• Contact your Bucher Vaslin agent.

RESIDUE LEAK TEST : Filter stops runningCauses : • Filtration modules defective

• RETENTATE pressure sensor defective• Valves V101, V103, V105 or V107 leaky

Remedies : • Check state of valves• Contact your Bucher Vaslin agent.

LEAK TEST PRESSURIZATION : Filter stops runningCauses : • Insufficient air pressure

• RETENTATE pressure sensor defective• Valve V115 defective

Remedies : • Check state of valve and pressure sensor• Check air system• Contact your Bucher Vaslin agent.


LEAK TEST DEPRESSURIZATION : Filter stops runningCauses : • RETENTATE pressure sensor defective

• Valve V107 or V115 defectiveRemedies : • Check state of valves and pressure sensor

• Contact your Bucher Vaslin agent.

PRESSURIZATION : Filter stops runningCauses : • Opening fault of valves V014, V017, V109 or closing fault of valve

V015 (mother tank pressure too low)• Excessive mother tank pressure or manometric height • RETENTATE or PERMEATE pressure sensors defective

Remedies : • Check state of valves and pressure sensors• Contact your Bucher Vaslin agent.

DEPRESSURIZATION : Filter stops runningCauses : • Opening fault of valves V015, V107, V109 or V118

• Air leak V014, V115 or V116• RETENTATE or PERMEATE pressure sensors or back filtration sleeve

defectiveRemedies : • Check state of valves, pressure sensors and sleeve


TURBIDITY : Interruption of filter runningCauses : • Turbidimeter problem.

• Incorrect turbidimeter electrical connection.• Turbidimeter power supply fault.• Filtration modules defective• Presence of microbubbles in the PERMEATE circuit

Remedies : • Check the automaton / turbidimeter link.• Isolate the defective module.• Contact your Bucher Vaslin agent.

WATER INSIDE FILTER : Filter stops runningCause : • Detection of commands to water input valves even though filter

draining has not been achievedRemedies : • Check the valves


SLEEVE DEPRESSURIZATION : Filter stops runningCauses : • Valve V117 leaky

• Sleeve or PERMEATE pressure sensor defectiveRemedies : • Check state of valve and pressure sensors



PRESSURE SENSOR (RESIDUE, FILTRATE, SLEEVE, ENTRY) : Filter stops runningCauses : • Sensor fault.

• Fault in sensor / automaton link.Remedies : • Check the sensor / automaton link.


TURBIDIMETER : Interruption of filter runningCauses : • Turbidimeter problem.

• Incorrect turbidimeter electrical connection.• Turbidimeter power supply fault.

Remedies : • Check the automaton / turbidimeter link.• Contact your Bucher Vaslin agent.

FLOWMETER : Interruption of filter runningCauses : • Flowmeter problem.

• Incorrect flowmeter electrical connection.• Flowmeter power supply fault.

Remedies : • Check the automaton / flowmeter link.• Contact your Bucher Vaslin agent.

PUMP CONTROL (P110, P111) : Interruption of filter running

Cause : • Defective pump control (defective wiring, contactor reel burnt out,contactor picked up, automaton lead-out out of service).

Remedy : • Acknowledge after checking electric circuit and eliminating the causeof tripping (refer to filter electricity folder).

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