General Operating Instructions CFM Systems - 20111012kr-1

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Installation, Operation and

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Maintenance of CFM Systems
Version 2.0
Person responsible: KRE
November 2010 (revised April 2011)
ItN Nanovation AG
Untertürkheimer Str. 25
D-66117 Saarbrücken
Tel: +49 (0) 681 / 5001-460

Fax: +49 (0) 681 / 5001-499
www.itn-nanovation.com
info@itn-nanovation.de
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GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Table of content
1 General Information................................................................................................. - 1 -
2 Safety Instructions .................................................................................................. - 4 -
2.1 Personnel Qualifications ................................................................................................. - 5 -
2.2 Personal Protective Equipment and Measures............................................................. - 5 -
3 Transport and Storage ............................................................................................ - 7 -
4 General Technical Information ............................................................................... - 8 -
4.1 The ceramic makes the difference! ................................................................................ - 8 -
4.2 Technical description .................................................................................................... - 11 -
4.3 Characteristic Values for Filterable Substances ........................................................ - 16 -
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4.4 P & I Diagram of CFM Systems ................................................................................... - 18 -
5 Installing the Membrane Filtration System .......................................................... - 20 -
5.1 General flow diagram..................................................................................................... - 21 -
5.2 Float Switches ................................................................................................................ - 22 -
5.3 Hose Connections.......................................................................................................... - 24 -
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5.4 Installing CFM Systems ............................................................................................... - 24 -
5.5 Installing the filtration pump......................................................................................... - 26 -
6 Operational Modes ................................................................................................ - 31 -
6.1 Filtration mode ............................................................................................................... - 31 -
6.2 Backflush mode ............................................................................................................. - 34 -
6.3 Automatic Detergent Assisted Backflushing (ADAB) ................................................ - 37 -
6.4 ADAB cleaning on air .................................................................................................... - 40 -
6.4.1 General information ................................................................................................. - 40 -
6.4.2 Cleaning procedure ................................................................................................. - 42 -
6.4.3 Discharging step-by-step......................................................................................... - 42 -
6.4.4 Restart ..................................................................................................................... - 43 -
7 Chemical Cleaning................................................................................................. - 45 -
7.1 Calculation of dosing volume ....................................................................................... - 45 -
7.2 Cleaning with citric acid ................................................................................................ - 47 -
7.3 “Emergency cleaning” with sodium hypochlorite...................................................... - 48 -
8 Servicing and Maintenance................................................................................... - 51 -
8.1 Maintenance of ceramic flat membranes (CFM) ......................................................... - 52 -
8.2 The Log Book ................................................................................................................. - 53 -
9 Contact ................................................................................................................... - 57 -
10 Hazard warning notices and safety instructions ................................................. - 58 -
11 Lifting of the Filtration Unit................................................................................... - 69 -
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1 General Information
It is absolutely necessary that the assembly personnel and the responsible operating
personnel/users read these operating instructions before handling, installation, start-up,
operation or maintenance of the filtration system. Make these instructions always
available at the place of use. These operating instructions contain fundamental rules and a
strict compliance will help to avoid risks and ensure reliability as well as durability of the
filtration system.
It is necessary to observe not only the instructions provided in the following, but also the local
regulations, e.g. given by the industrial workmen’s compensation insurers (accident
prevention regulations). In case that ItN supplies any electrical system (e.g. PLC for test or
container plants), please refer to the German Standard DIN VDE 0100 (German Association
for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies) and the local standards and applicable
regulations.
Tasks during handling, installation, start-up, operation and maintenance must be carried out
in accordance with the regulations given by these operation instructions. Necessary tasks
that are not listed are to be carried out in accordance with the customary rules of technology
and safety instructions.
These operating instructions are no substitute for instructing assembly and/or

operation personnel and/or the user individually. These individual instructions have to
be carried out by appropriate experts with proven qualifications, or ItN on request.
Exclusion of Liability:
Please understand that ItN Nanovation AG rejects any liability for consequences arising from
failure to observe the information and rules of these operating instructions.
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2 Safety Instructions
The safety instructions given by these operating instructions, the local accident prevention
regulations and all of the user’s internal work flow descriptions, plant regulations and safety
regulations, must be observed. Failure to observe the safety instructions can result in danger
for persons, the environment as well as for the filtration system. All existing safety and
protection equipment must be reviewed periodically. As a rule, cleaning and maintenance
work may be performed only when the filtration system is at a standstill. Unauthorized
modifications of the filtration system are prohibited and require manufacturer approval.
It is incumbent on the user to observe local regulations and requirements for

compliance with security-relevant measures that are necessary for the protection of
persons, the environment and the filtration system.
2.1 Personnel Qualifications

The filtration system has to be handled, installed, started-up, operated and maintained only
by qualified experts. These operating instructions must always be available to personnel who
perform work on the filtration system. The spheres of responsibility, competences, and
supervision of the personnel must be defined by the user.
2.2 Personal Protective Equipment and Measures

The respective safety data sheets must be observed when using cleaning chemicals. Rubber
gloves should always be worn when working on the filtration system. After direct contact with
sewage or cleaning chemicals, the hands must be washed with soap and a hand brush and
then disinfected. Drinking, eating and smoking are prohibited in the immediate vicinity of the
membrane filtration system. Persons who accidentally swallow sewage or cleaning
chemicals should immediately seek a doctor’s attention. To avoid any possible risk to
the health, the treated water should not be drunk. Safety glasses / goggles must always be
worn when operating the pressure-driven system.
Personal injuries may occur if these rules are disregarded!

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3 Transport and Storage
The membrane filtration system must be transported only using suitable means of transport
and secured against shifting and falling off during transport using suitable transportation
safety devices. If temporary storage of the membrane filtration system is necessary, it must
take place on a suitable, level surface. While in storage, possible damages to the membrane
filtration system through environmental influences or extraneous cause must be avoided.
Please refer to ItN’s warranty terms item 3.3.

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4 General Technical Information
4.1 The ceramic makes the difference!

CFM Systems® (Ceramic Flat Membrane Systems)
combines the advantages of an inorganic filter and
submerged flat membrane filtration for the first time.
The filter active layer of this asymmetric membrane is
on the outside – unique for ceramic membranes.
For the product group CFM Systems®, ItN Nanovation AG in Germany developed ceramic
coating slurries based on nanoparticles. Depending on the filtration application and customer
requirements, ItN can produce defined nano-coatings with specific separation characteristics.
The out-to-in filtration is the key for easy cleaning

options due to generated cake layer only on the
outside of the membrane. The treated water will be
collected inside the membrane body and transported
by permeate channels to the permeate collector.
Several single membrane plates are glued together

into a single module. Depending on the application
field and size ItN offers different module series.
Module dimension, filter area per module, the
distances between the plates as well as the number
of ceramic plates are optimized for each application
and enable a very modular and customized solution.

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4.2 Technical description

For the standard module series 4 m² are assembled in one module. The standard distance
between the single plates is 7 mm. The single modules are interconnected featuring
internally connected membrane channels. The modules can be combined to a filtration unit
with a maximum of 16 modules with in total 64 m². Based on existing tank designs, a defined
number of filtration units can be connected to one filtration rack.
Filtration
Module Filtration
Rack
Ceramic Flat Filtration

Membrane Unit
Technical Data CFM Systems® T-Series Module
Material of membrane substrate: α-Al2O3

Material of active separation layer: α-Al2O3 / TiO2 / ZrO2
Number of membranes: 35 pcs.
Distance between membranes: 7 mm
Membrane pore size: 200 nm
Filter area: 4 m²
Maximum flux rate: 450 l/m²h
Maximum operating temperature: 5°C - 45°C
Maximum backflushing pressure: 1.5 bar
Maximum filtration capacity: 1.8 m³/h

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Technical Data CFM Systems® T-Series Filtration Unit and Filtration Rack
CFM Systems® Filtration Unit consisting of: CFM Systems® Filtration Rack consisting of:
1 up to 16 modules, each Defined number of filtration units
one with 4.0 m² filter area
Aeration connection
Ceramic flat membranes,
Permeate
pore size 200 nm
drain
Clamping system
Aerator unit
Top frame
4.3 Characteristic Values for Filterable Substances

CFM Systems® is used to operate microfiltration in an underpressure suction process.
Filterable media are fluids with sufficient viscosities, which must be approved by ItN
beforehand.
Temperature of media: 5 - 45 °C
Ambient temperature: 5 - 45 °C
pH-value: 3 - 10 stable range of operation
Filtration pressure (abs.): max. -650 mbar for 12 consecutive hours
Back flush pressure: max. 1,5 bar for 1 hour per month
Note: ItN Nanovation AG has to verify the actual field of application and process
parameters. Depending on changing parameters, the functionality of the water
treatment system and the filtration performance (flow in l/m²h) may vary.

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4.4 P & I Diagram of CFM Systems®

The functional principle of the CFM Systems® filtration step is displayed in the following
schematic diagram:
Figure 1: P&ID of CFM Systems
B-01 Permeate tank

B-02 Chemical tank 1 (e.g. citric acid)
B-03 Chemical tank 2 (e.g. sodium hypochlorite)
I-01 Flow meter
I-02 Manometer (-1 up to 3 bar) / pressure transmitter
P-01 Filtration/backflush pump (gear pump)
P-02 Dosing pump 1
P-03 Dosing pump 2
P-04 Linear compressor
V-01 Ball valve
V-02 Float bleed valve
The feed flow into the membrane chamber should be constant, realized e.g. by a feed pump
discharging a constant volume into the membrane chamber or a gravity overflow.
Accumulated concentrated solids have to be discharged from the membrane chamber
periodically and can be recirculated completely or partially in an upstream collection
container or septic tank. In order to reduce a high concentration of solids in the membrane
chamber, the ratio between feed flow (inflow) and filtration flow (permeate) should be 5:1.
For safety reasons, the membrane chamber should feature an emergency overflow!

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5 Installing the Membrane Filtration System
The installation provided by the customer must enable a frost-protected operation. An

additional frost protection may be necessary during winter time. ItN’s CFM Systems® is
designed for a submerged operation. The operation in a separate filtration chamber is
recommended in order to ensure an easy cleaning, maintenance and service inspection.
5.1 General flow diagram
Figure 2: Feed of filtration section
Qd System feed of incoming water

QFeed Feed flow (inflow to filtration section; 5 x QPerm)
QPerm Permeate flow (filtration flow)
QRec Recirculation flow
QBleed Bleed flow (partial flow of QRez, reduces accumulation of high concentrated solids)
5.2 Float Switches

We recommend installing a float switch in order to define the minimum fill level of the
membrane chamber. Depending on the actual system setup, an additional float switch can
be added in order to define two modes of operation - normal and high capacity operation.

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The CFM Systems® filtration process is an underpressure process. Suction pumps

have to be stopped anytime when fill level comes under minimum!
Figure 3: Filtration operation control
Alternatively the filtration section could also feature a submerged pressure sensor which can
define different operation statuses.
5.3 Hose Connections

The suction hose between membrane and pump has to be a spiral coiled tube that resists
vacuum pressure. The drain line to the permeate tank and the air circulation line between
compressor and aeration unit have to be conventional fabric-reinforced PVC hoses. All
connections (hose connectors) must be provided with stainless steel hose clamps. In case of
an operation without frost protection, all hoses that carry water must be protected against
freezing. All hoses have to be dimensioned for a minimum length and protected against
folding and bending.
5.4 Installing CFM Systems®

CFM Systems® is based on a modular construction and is available as a Filtration Unit,
consisting of stainless steel frame, filtration modules, aeration unit and sealings, and as a
Filtration Rack, consisting of several Filtration Units.

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Please note that once a T-Series filtration unit has been disassembled, new O-sealing
rings must be utilized before re-assembling (please refer to ItN’s T-HP Assembly
Manual).
It must be ensured that no tools or other objects that could damage the filtration membranes
are placed on top of the filtration unit/rack. The filtration unit/rack is placed on the bottom of
the membrane chamber. The bottom of the membrane chamber must be level so that the
filtration unit is standing plumb-vertical. The filtration unit/rack must be submerged meaning
that the ceramic membranes are completely covered with the respective medium. The fill
level in the membrane chamber has to be least 10 - 15 cm over the top of the filtration
unit/rack.
5.5 Installing the filtration pump

It is important to consider the placement of the filtration unit/rack in regard to the placement
of the filtration pump, because different fill levels have an influence on the filtration pressure.
The following illustrations exemplary show different installation positions and the resulting
influence on the pressure. In Figure 4, the level difference that must be overcome is 2,0 m
which corresponds to a filtration pressure of 0,2 bar. This pressure must be added to the
actual filtration pressure. This means that the filtration pump must be operated with a suction
pressure of 0,45 bar in order to reach the required filtration performance at a usual
transmembrane pressure (TMP) of 0,25 bar.
H = 2,0 m
Figure 4: High filtration pressure

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Figure 5 illustrates a better level difference. In this case the filtration pump must apply a
pressure of 0,05 bar in order to overcome the level of 0,5 m. The total suction pressure is
only slightly influenced.
H = 0,5 m
Figure 5: Normal filtration pressure
In case that the filtration pump is installed below the water surface level of the membrane
chamber (see Figure 6), the level difference contributes to the filtration pressure in a positive
manner. Because of the gravity flow, the same filtration performance with at lower pump
performance (pump frequency) can be reached.
H = 1,5 m
Figure 6: Low filtration pressure

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6 Operational Modes
The following chapter will introduce the main operational modes of CFM Systems® on basis
of principle piping and instrumentation diagrams. Actual piping and instrumentations may
vary from the following illustrations.
6.1 Filtration mode

The CFM Systems® filtration cycle is characterized by a filtration phase and a backflush
phase. Initially, ItN suggests to start with a filtration time of 9:30 minutes followed by a 30
second backflush time. These values may be adjusted according to actual process
parameters and circumstances. Highlighted with blue colour, the filtration process is
introduced in the exemplary illustration below.
Figure 7: Filtration mode
A displacement pump, e.g. a gear pump (P-01), intakes the treated water (permeate) through
the membranes whereas solids, microorganisms and bacteria are retained. Between the
filtration volume and the frequency of the pump an almost linear correlation exists, that
means that the filtration volume has to be adjusted via the pump frequency. A certain volume
of permeate is collected in a storage tank (B-01) and is used for backflushing and ADAB
cycles. Excess permeate will overflow in order to percolate or to be saved for any permeate
reuse application, e.g. for landscaping or irrigation.

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6.2 Backflush mode

Depending on the process settings, the filtration phase is followed by a backflush phase with
permeate out of the permeate tank (B-01). During that phase, permeate is backflushed
through the membranes to remove a possible membrane cake layer and prevent fouling
processes. The backflush phase is illustrated below.
Figure 8: Backflush mode
In order to control the formation of cake-layers and deposits on the membranes, a periodic
backflushing by reversing the flow direction of the filtration pump has to be initiated. With a
certain pressure and filtration pump frequency, permeate in the permeate storage tank is
discharged back through the membranes. A short break between stopping filtration and
starting backflush cycle assists a gentle reversal of the flow direction of the gear pump.
During filtration breaks and system shutdowns, the magnet valve (V-01) is closed in order to
prevent the permeate storage tank (B-01) from draining. The membrane aeration is
generated by a compressor (P-04) which operates permanently.
A preventive Automatic Detergent Assisted Backflushing (ADAB) is recommended in order to

guarantee a stable long term operation. The ADAB mode is described in the following
chapter.

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6.3 Automatic Detergent Assisted Backflushing (ADAB)

In addition to the normal backflushing only with permeate (see chapter 6.1; 6.2), a detergent
assisted backflushing has to be performed every 1-3 months. The ADAB mode is described
in the following.
Figure 9: Chemical dosing
If an ADAB cleaning cycle is started, the filtration process is stopped immediately. The
dosing pump (P-02 or P-03) discharges a defined amount of chemical concentrate, e.g.
sodium hypochlorite or citric acid, into the permeate storage tank (B-01) as shown in figure 9.
This blend of permeate and a concentrated chemical is used as a cleaning solution with a
defined concentration and is backflushed through the membranes (see figure 10).
Figure 10: ADAB-cleaning in-situ

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Each ADAB cleaning process is defined by a certain number of ADAB cycles, and each
ADAB cycle is defined by a certain backflushing and residence time during which the
cleaning solution reacts with the membrane. As soon as the residence time is over, one
ADAB cycle is completed. After the completion of all ADAB cycles, the ADAB cleaning
process is finished and the filtration can be restarted manually or by a control system
automatically.
The ADAB cleaning process can be repeated using a different cleaning solution if necessary.
Please make sure that no chemicals are mixed in the permeate tank and check the fill
level in the permeate tank before dosing another chemical! Using different tanks for
different cleaning solutions is recommended! Please consult ItN for further information.
6.4 ADAB cleaning on air

6.4.1 General information
Depending on the actual composition of raw water and the resulting fouling potential, an
intensive cleaning of the membranes may be necessary from time to time. Cleaning on air is
a cleaning process while the filtration chamber is empty and the membranes are not
submerged or outside of the filtration chamber. A cleaning on air increases the cleaning
efficiency because the cleaning solution is not diluted and washed away by the surrounding
water. Furthermore the residence time of the cleaning solution on the outside of the
membrane can be defined exactly. Figure 11 shows the principle ADAB cleaning on air.
Figure 11: ADAB-cleaning on-air

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6.4.2 Cleaning procedure

Backflushing has to be started directly after discharging of the filtration chamber is finished. A
sprinkler system on top of the filtration unit/rack (delivered on request), that also increases
the cleaning efficiency, can be used additionally.
6.4.3 Discharging step-by-step

We recommend discharging the filtration chamber step-by-step or “membrane-by-
membrane” because of an even distribution of pressure in each membrane. In that case,
backflushing has to be started directly after fill level reaches the bottom of the topmost
filtration module. Depending on the height of a filtration unit/rack and the volume of available
cleaning solution, the number of discharging and backflushing steps may vary. Please
always check the fill level in the filtration chamber during that procedure.
After discharging of the filtration chamber is finished, the aeration (membrane blower) as well
as the recirculation/discharging pump has to be stopped.
6.4.4 Restart
After completing the ADAB on-air cleaning process, the membrane chamber must be re-filled
before filtration process is restarted. The CFM Systems® filtration process is an
underpressure process. Suction pumps have to be stopped anytime when fil level
comes under minimum (Please see chapter 5.2)! Because of oxidation processes certain
reaction gases may be formed during ADAB cleaning processes. These gases have to be
vented through a venting valve (V-02) before restart.
Theoretically, the mechanical stability of CFM Systems® allows a cleaning with a high
pressure cleaner. Please ask ItN for permission before starting such a procedure.

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7 Chemical Cleaning
Without the written permission of ItN, no other chemicals than sodium hypochlorite and citric
acid are allowed for bringing into contact with CFM Systems®. Disregarding this limitation
result in a cancelation of ItN’s Warranty Terms. The chemical cleaning has to be carried
out with potable water only. If permeate is intended for the use as a basis for the cleaning
solution, ItN has to be informed in order to approve this application. Please consult ItN in
case that alternative chemicals shall be used or for special cleaning requirements.
7.1 Calculation of dosing volume

Depending on the volume of a chemical concentrate, the dosing volume for any desired
concentration of the cleaning solution can be calculated with the aid of the following formula:
Vpermeate ⋅ c cleaning ⋅ 10 −6
Vdosing =
c concentrate
Vdosing Needed dosing volume [L]

Vpermeate Volume of permeate [L]
ccleaning Desired concentration of cleaning solution [ppm] or [mg/L]
cconcentrate Concentration of chemical [%]
10-6 Conversion factor [mg/L]
The following exemplary calculation regarding the needed dosing volume for 1L of a 600ppm
cleaning solution shall help to clarify the mentioned terms.
Vdosing has to be calculated

Vpermeate 1L
ccleaning 600 ppm
cconcentrate Citric acid, 30%
Vpermeate ⋅ c cleaning ⋅ 10 −6 1⋅ 600 ⋅ 10 −6

Vdosing = = = 2mL
c concentrate 0,3
Result: 2mL of a 30% citric acid has to be added to 1L permeate in order to get a cleaning
solution with a concentration of 600ppm.

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7.2 Cleaning with citric acid

A cleaning with citric acid is necessary for removing inorganic scaling from the membranes.
Based on the calculation in chapter 7.1, the following table introduces the possible chemical
dosing volume of citric acid that shall not exceed a maximum concentration of 2.100 ppm in
the cleaning solution.
Chemical Dosing of citric acid
Type of Citric Acid Citric acid Concentration of pH-value Max. duration of

Chemical Concentrate dosing per L cleaning solution cleaning chemical exposure
Cleaning Characteristic of cleaning [citric acid] solution
solution
Mild 30 wt.% 2 mL/L 600 ppm 2,9 24 hours
Standard 30 wt.% 4 mL/L 1.200 ppm 2,7 24 hours
Intense 30 wt.% 7 mL/L 2.100 ppm 2,5 24 hours
7.3 Cleaning with sodium hypochlorite

A cleaning with sodium hypochlorite is necessary for removing biological fouling from the
membranes. The following table introduces the possible chemical dosing volume of NaOCl
that shall not exceed a maximum concentration of 1.000 ppm of free chlorine in the cleaning
solution.
Chemical Dosing of sodium hypochlorite
Type of NaOCl NaOCl dosing Concentration of pH-value Max. duration of

Chemical Concentrate per L of cleaning solution cleaning chemical exposure
Cleaning Characteristic cleaning [free Cl] solution
solution
12 wt.% free
Mild 2 mL/L 250 ppm 10,5 12 hours
chlorine
12 wt.% free
Standard 4 mL/L 500 ppm 10,8 12 hours
chlorine
12 wt.% free
Intense 8 mL/L 1.000 ppm 11,2 12 hours
chlorine
If available concentrates of sodium hypochlorite or citric acid features different

concentrations than specified above, dosing volumes must be recalculated by the
user. The temperature of the cleaning solution has to be in the range of 10 - 45°C.

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8 Servicing and Maintenance
In order to ensure a safe operation of the membrane filtration system and to prevent
damages to the environment, people or system components, regular maintenance and
service activities have to be conducted. The user has to carry out all maintenance work that
essentially consists of status and function checks as well as checking of the most important
operating parameters. Additionally, all status, function and operating parameter checks must
be documented in a log book (please refer to chapter 8.2). Deviations from target values and
malfunctions must be noted in a log book and eliminated immediately with the help of
responsible maintenance personnel. Malfunctions that could adversely affect safety must be
reported to the responsible expert personnel immediately. All described intervals and duties
only relate to parts and components delivered by ItN Nanovation AG, but e.g. unusual noises
of pumps, compressors and any other component should be recorded as well. The
operating instructions described in this document must be observed for all arising
tasks!
8.1 Maintenance of ceramic flat membranes (CFM)

The CFM Systems® membranes consist of aluminium oxide Al2O3. If operated under ItN’s
design conditions, the membranes do not require any special maintenance efforts beyond
the above described cleaning cycles. If the permeate is clear and only slightly coloured, but
free of solids, the membranes as well as the membrane modules should be in a proper
condition. Membrane damages can result from an improper operation or handling, therefore
extensive mechanical stress, e.g. through pressure, impacts or thrusts, and operating
parameters out of range, e.g. pH value, temperature or operating pressure, have to be
avoided. As a consequence of an improper operation and handling, cracking or flaking
may occur on the membrane surfaces, especially on the top side of the filtration
module. Please refer to chapter 10 for hazard warning notices and safety instructions!
8.2 The Log Book

The log book is an important document that displays developing of values and maintenance
dates as well as any incidence. The log book has to be kept carefully and the user is
obligated to document all work, inspections and measurements. The user has the
obligation to produce supporting documents in case of any warranty claim!

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An exemplary log book check list is illustrated in the following.

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9 Contact
ItN Nanovation AG
Untertürkheimer Straße 25
66117 Saarbrücken
GERMANY
Phone: +49 (0) 681/5001-460

Fax: +49 (0) 681/5001-488
www.itn-nanovation.com
cfm@itn-nanovation.com

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10 Hazard warning notices and safety instructions
Hazard Symbol Description Safety Instructions

WARNING OF TILTING DANGER!
Always ensure the stability of the
Filtration Unit against tilting.
Depending on the height of the
Filtration Unit an anti-tilting device
may be necessary!
WATCH FOR FALLING OBJECTS!

Watch always for falling objects. We
recommend wearing safety helmet
and safety shoes during assembly,
replacement, maintenance or repair!
Please follow the safety instructions in
this document.
WATCH FOR SHARP EDGES!

Watch always for sharp edges. We
recommend wearing gloves during
assembly, replacement, maintenance
or repair! Please follow the safety
instructions in this document.
WARNING OF HEAVY
COMPONENTS!
Some components may be heavy.
Always ensure that adequate
workforce is available. We
recommend for the handling of the
Filtration Modules at least 2 persons!
RISK OF BREAKAGE!
Some components are fragile (in
particular the ceramic membranes).
Always handle all components with
care. We recommend wearing gloves
in case of any damage! Please follow
the safety instructions in this
document.

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Hazard Symbol Description Safety Instructions

CORROSIVE MATERIAL
In the event of cleaning (ADAB) avoid
any contact with irritant and/or
corrosive chemicals. We recommend
wearing protective goggles and
gloves during the whole cleaning
process! Please follow the safety
instructions in this document and the
material safety data sheet (MSDS) of
the chemicals!
EXCESS PRESSURE
In the event of backwashing
(periodically during the normal
operation) and cleaning (ADAB) the
permeate channels and the Filtration
Modules are charged with an excess
pressure up to 1.5 bar. Keep clear of
these components during the
described processes. We recommend
wearing protective goggles at any
time!
BIOHAZARD
In the event of using CFM Systems®
for the treatment of e.g. waste water
or other water with possible biological
contaminations ensure that all local
regulations are observed. We
recommend wearing protective
goggles and gloves at any time!
GENERAL WARNING
Please note that not all local
regulations, hazard warning notices
and safety instructions are covered by
this document using CFM Systems®.
Please acquaint yourself with the local
regulations in order to avoid any
health risk! We recommend wearing
protective clothing at any time!

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11 Lifting of the Filtration Unit
Important information for lifting the T-Series Filtration Unit
Please make sure that the filtration units are only been lifted with an adequate lifting
device to ensure a vertical force on the threaded rod! Please ask ItN for a lifting
crossbar as shown below.

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GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

These operating instructions are no substitute for instructing assembly and/or

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It is incumbent on the user to observe local regulations and requirements for

2.1 Personnel Qualifications

2.2 Personal Protective Equipment and Measures

Personal injuries may occur if these rules are disregarded!

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3 Transport and Storage

Please refer to ItN’s warranty terms item 3.3.

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4 General Technical Information

4.1 The ceramic makes the difference!

The out-to-in filtration is the key for easy cleaning

Several single membrane plates are glued together

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4.2 Technical description

Ceramic Flat Filtration

Technical Data CFM Systems® T-Series Module

Material of membrane substrate: α-Al2O3

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4.3 Characteristic Values for Filterable Substances

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4.4 P & I Diagram of CFM Systems®

Figure 1: P&ID of CFM Systems

B-01 Permeate tank

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5 Installing the Membrane Filtration System

The installation provided by the customer must enable a frost-protected operation. An

5.1 General flow diagram

Figure 2: Feed of filtration section

Qd System feed of incoming water

5.2 Float Switches

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The CFM Systems® filtration process is an underpressure process. Suction pumps

Figure 3: Filtration operation control

5.3 Hose Connections

5.4 Installing CFM Systems®

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5.5 Installing the filtration pump

Figure 4: High filtration pressure

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Figure 5: Normal filtration pressure

Figure 6: Low filtration pressure

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6.1 Filtration mode

Figure 7: Filtration mode

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