RIDGID DP-13 Descaling Pump Instructions
- June 9, 2024
- RIDGID
Table of Contents
RIDGID DP-13 Descaling Pump
WARNING!
Read this Operator’s Manual carefully before using this tool. Failure to
understand and follow the contents of this manual may result in electrical
shock, fire and/or serious personal injury
Safety Symbols
In this operator’s manual and on the product, safety symbols and signal words are used to communicate important safety information. This section is provided to improve understanding of these signal words and symbols. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION
indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICE
indicates information that relates to the protection of property.
This symbol means read the operator’s manual carefully before using the equipment. The operator’s manual contains important information on the safe and proper operation of the equipment. This symbol means always wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles when handling or using this equipment to reduce the risk of eye injury. This symbol indicates the risk the electrical shock. This symbol indicates this electrical equipment meets the requirements of the applicable EC directives. This symbol indicates this electrical equipment should not be disposed of with household waste. See Disposal section. This symbol indicates this electrical equipment conforms to all technical regulations of the Eurasian Customs Union.
Safety Information
WARNING
This section contains important safety information that is specific to this
tool. Read these precautions carefully before using the DP-13 Descaling Pump
to reduce the risk of electrical shock, chemical burns or other serious
personal injury. SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE! Keep
this manual with the descaling pump for use by the operator.
Descaling Pump Safety
- Always wear appropriate personal protective equip-ment. Chemical resistant gloves, eye protection, face shields, long sleeves, safety shoes, hard hat, and res-pirator as appropriate will reduce the risk of injury.
- The Descaling pump is intended for use with chemical products specifically designed for pipe descaling and cleaning. The use of other products is not recommended and may result in injury or damage to the equipment.
- Follow commercially available descaling chemicals manufacturer’s specific instructions for handling and use of chemical products. Refer to the descaling chemical suppliers’ instructions for more information. This will help reduce the risk of health hazards due to exposure to toxic material.
- The temperature of descaling solution should never exceed 50° C. This may result in injury or damage to the equipment.
- Connect the pump to the system before adding the descaling chemical. This will reduce the risk of injury or damage to the equipment.
- Practice good hygiene. Do not eat or smoke while handling or operating the tool. After handling or operating equipment, use hot, soapy water to wash hands and other body parts exposed to chemical contents. This will help reduce the risk of health haz-ards due to exposure to toxic material.
- Avoid moving the pump when there is chemical present in the tank. When descaling is completed, tighten the cap and place the hose caps before moving the pump.
- Use RCD protected circuits. Only use extension cords that are protected by an RCD.
- Read and understand these instructions and the instructions and warnings for all chemicals, equip-ment and materials being used before operating this tool to reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
RIDGID Contact Information
If you have any question concerning this RIDGID® prod-uct:
- Contact your local RIDGID distributor.
- Visit RIDGID.eu to find your local RIDGID contact point.
- Contact Ridge Tool Technical Service De part ment at [email protected] or +32 11 598 600.
Description
The RIDGID® DP-13 Descaling Pump is designed for descaling of closed-circuit systems like boilers, heat ex-changers and closed heating systems. The pump is equipped with motorized flow reversing to re-move the scale deposit from both directions of the circuit. The pump has an integral tank to add descaling solution for easy removal of scales.
RIDGID DP-13 Descaling Pump
Pump Serial Number
Specifications
- Flow Rate 33 liter/min
- Head 10 m
- Tank Capacity 13 liter
- Motor 230V, 50Hz, 0.20 Hp
- Speed 2800 rpm
- Descaling Chemicals Use Commercially Available Following These Guidelines Below
| | Maximum
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| Chemical| Allowable Concentration
Descaling| C2H4O2 (Acetic acid)| < = 20%
Chemicals for| HCI (Hydrochloric acid)| < = 20%
Use With DP-13| C6H8O7 (Citric acid)| 100%
| CH2O2 (Formic acid)| < = 25%
| H3PO4 (Phosphorus acid)| < = 20%
| H3NO3S (Sulphamic acid)| < = 15%
Descaling| HF (Hydrofluoric acid)
Chemicals Not| HNO3 (Nitric acid)
Allowed With| H2SO4 (Sulphuric acid)
DP-13| 3HCI + 1 HNO3 (Aqua Regia) - Maximum Temperature 50 °C
- Hose Length 2 m
- Connections ½” BSP Thread
- Protection IP54
- Dimension (L x W x H) 520mm x 460mm x 280mm
- Weight 8 kg Sound Pressure (LPA) < 63.9 dB(A), K=3.16 dB(A) Sound Power (LWA) < 74.8 dB(A), K=3.16 dB(A)
Sound measurements are measured in accordance with a standardized test per Standard EN 62481-1.
- Sound and vibration emissions may vary due to your location and specific use of these tools.
- Daily exposure levels for sound need to be evaluated for each application and appropriate safety measures taken when needed. Evaluation of exposure levels should consider the time a tool is switched off and not in use. This may significantly reduce the exposure level over the total working period.
NOTICE
This descaling pump is made to descale pipes and tubing with proper
descaling chemicals. If properly used, it will not damage a system that is in
good condition and properly designed, constructed and maintained. If the
system is in poor condition, or has not been properly designed, constructed
and maintained, the descaling process may not be effective or could cause
damage to the system. Improper use of this descaling pump can damage the pump
and the system. This pump may not remove all scales.
Pre-Operation Inspection
WARNING
Before each use, inspect your descaling pump and correct any problems to
reduce the risk of serious injury from electric shock, chemical burns,
infections and other causes and prevent pump damage. Always wear safety
glasses, and other appropriate protective equipment when inspecting your
descaling pump.
- Make sure that the descaling pump is unplugged and inspect the power cord and plug for damage. If theplug has been modified, or if the cord is damaged, toavoid electrical shock, do not use the pump until thecord has been replaced by a qualified repair person.
- Clean the descaling pump, including handles andcontrols. This aids inspection and helps prevent thepump or control from slipping from your grip. Cleanand maintain the pump per the maintenance instructions.
- Inspect the descaling pump for the following items:
- Proper assembly and completeness.
- Any broken, worn, missing, misaligned or binding parts.
- Inspect the hoses, connectors and fittings for wear and damage. Inspect hoses for kinks, cuts and cracks.
- Presence and readability of the warning label (See Figure 1).
- Any other condition which may prevent safe and normal operation. If any problems are found, do not use the descaling pump until the problems have been repaired.
- Inspect and maintain any other equipment being used per its instructions to make sure it is functioning properly.
Set-Up and Operation
WARNING
Set up the descaling pump and work area according to these procedures to
reduce the risk of injury from electric shock, fire, chemical burns,
infections and other causes, and prevent descaling pump damage. Always use
appropriate personal protective equipment while handling and using descaling
pump. The descaling chemicals may be toxic, cause burns or other issues.
Appropriate personal protective equipment always includes safety glasses and
may include equipment such as latex or rubber gloves, face shields, goggles,
protective clothing, respirators and steel toed footwear. Follow operating
instructions to reduce the risk of injury from electric shock, chemical burns,
infections and other causes.
- Check work area for:
- Adequate lighting.
- Flammable liquids, vapors or dust that may ignite. If present, do not work in area until sources have been identified and corrected. The descaling pump is not explosion proof and can cause sparks.
- Clear, level, stable, dry location for all equipment and operator. Do not use pump while standing in water. If needed, remove water from the work area.
- Properly grounded electrical outlet of the correct voltage. Check pump serial plate for required voltage. A three-prong or RCD outlet may not be properly grounded. If in doubt, have outlet inspected by a licensed electrician.
- Clear path to electrical outlet that does not contain any potential sources of damage for the power cord.
- Inspect the closed-circuit system to be cleaned. If possible, determine the access point(s), drain points, connected systems.
- Determine the correct equipment for the application. See Specifications. Descaling pump for other applications can be found by consulting the Ridge Tool Catalog, online at RIDGID.com.
- Make sure all equipment has been properly inspected.
- Select a descaling chemical that is appropriate for the system and the descaling pump (see Specifications). Understand the specific safety measures required for use of the selected descaling chemicals. Contact the chemical manufacturer for required information.
- Prepare the system to be descaled as per system maintenance and operation instructions. Make sure that the temperature of the system is well below 50 °C and there is no heat addition to the system. Release pressure from the system, turn off the incoming supply and bleed the system. Vented systems may need to be capped off or looped together. Make suitable arrangement for the expansion devices. Follow general good practices and local authority guidelines depending on the type of system being descaled.
- Evaluate the work area and determine if any barriers are needed to keep bystanders away from the descaling pump and work area. The descaling process can be messy with the use of chemicals and bystanders can distract the operator.
Connecting the Pump
- Confirm that the pump is unplugged and I-O-II switch is in the O-OFF position. .
- Connect the pump hoses to the inlet and outlet of the system – do not over tighten. If required, use adapters for connection.
- Run the cord along a clear path. With dry hands, plug the descaling pump into a properly grounded outlet. Keep all connections dry and off the ground. If the power cord is not long enough, use an extension cord that:
- Is in good condition..
- Has a plug similar to that supplied on the descaling pump.
- Is rated for outdoor use and contains a W or W-A in the cord designation (i.e. SOW), or complies with H05VV-F, H05RN-F types or IEC type design (60227 IEC 53, 60245 IEC 57).
- Has sufficient wire size. For extension cords up to 50′ (15,2 m) long use 16 AWG (1,5mm2) or heavier. For extension cords 50′-100′ (15,2m – 30,5m) long use 14 AWG (2,5mm2) or heavier. If the outlet is not RCD protected, it is advisable to use a plug-in type RCD between the outlet and the extension cord to reduce the risk of shock if there is a fault in the extension cord.
- Check the operation of system with water as a start. Following the operating instructions, fill the pump tank with water, and move the I-O-II switch to I position. Monitor the water level and add water if required. Check all hoses and connections for leaks, and repair as necessary.
- Switch off the pump.
Descaling Operation
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Open the tank cap and fill the tank with descaling solution to make sure that the pump rotor housing is submerged during operation. Do not fill the tank beyond Max Level, see Figure 1.
NOTE : Keep the tank cap open during operation to monitor the descaling solution level inside the tank and to vent the gases formed during descaling oper-ation. Refer to the descaling chemical instructions for information on nature of the vent gases formed and follow all safety instructions. -
Switch on the pump by moving the I-O-II switch to I position.
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The pump will start circulating the descaling solution throughout the system. Maintain the descaling solution level in the tank, to be above the pump impellor and below the MAX level mark. If there is excessive formation of foam while cleaning, switch off the pump and wait until it dies down. Dilution of solution with water may be required if foaming per-sists. Use descaling chemicals with foam inhibitors to prevent foam building up in the pump tank.
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Move I-O-II Switch position from I to II after every 5 minutes to descale the system from both directions. This improves system descaling. Continue to change position of I-O-II switch during operation.
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Refer to the descaling chemical instructions for infor-mation on completion of descaling operation. Gener-ally, the descaling operation is complete, when the flow of descaling solution does not have any foam formation and the descaling solution does not lose its color.
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Move the I-O-II switch to O-Off position.
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Carefully drain the descaling solution from the system. Dispose of the descaling solution as per descaling chemical instructions and in compliance with all ap-plicable regulations.
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Move the I-O-II switch to O-Off position and discon-nect the pump power supply.
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Make sure the pump tank is empty and disconnect the pump connections from the system. Flush the pump, tank and hoses to remove all descaling chemicals per the descaling chemical instructions. Cap the hoses.
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Follow the descaling chemical instructions for final recommissioning and rinsing of the system.
Storage
WARNING Make sure the pump is flushed to re-move descaling chemicals. The descaling pump must be kept dry and indoors or well covered if kept outdoors. Wrap the hoses. Store the pump in a locked area that is out of reach of children and people unfamiliar with des-caling pumps. This pump can cause serious injury in the hands of untrained users.
Maintenance Instructions
WARNING
The I-O-II switch should be O-OFF and pump un-plugged before performing any
maintenance. Always wear safety glasses and other appropriate protective
equipment when performing any main-tenance.
Cleaning
- After each use, flush the pump, tank and hoses to remove all descaling chemicals per the descaling chemical instructions.
- Use a damp, soft cloth to wipe off the exterior of the pump. Do not submerge or hose down the exterior of the pump. Do not allow water to enter motor or other electrical components. Do not use solvents, abrasives or other harsh cleaning agents.
Service And Repair
WARNING
Improper service or repair can make the machine unsafe to operate. Service and
repair on the Descaling pump must be per-formed by a RIDGID Authorized
Independent Service Center. Use only RIDGID service parts. For information on
your nearest RIDGID Authorized Independent Service Center or any service or
repair questions see Contact Information section in this manual.
Disposal
Parts of these tools contain valuable materials and can be recycled. There are companies that specialize in recycling that may be found locally. Dispose of the com-ponents in compliance with all applicable regulations. Contact your local waste management authority for more information. For EC Countries: Do not dispose of elec-trical equipment with household waste! According to the European Guideline 2012/ 19/EU for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and its implementation into na-tional legislation, electrical equipment that is no longer usable must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally correct manner.
MANUFACTURER
RIDGE TOOL COMPANY 400 Clark Street Elyria, Ohio 44035-6001 U.S.A.
[email protected]
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare that the machines listed above, when used in accordance with the
operator’s manual, meet the relevant requirements of the Directives and
Standards listed below.
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