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                                   BIOSAFE: INFECTION CONTROL

                                   Opens/closes automatically,                Energy savings
                     BIOSAFE
                                   with no manual contact                     The electronic mixers and taps do not require
                                   DELABIE's electronic mixers and taps are operated    much energy to operate. For battery-operated
                                   by active infrared detection.              models, DELABIE has chosen infrared active pulse
                                   Flow opens when the detector senses hands    technology, a low-power consumption solution.
                                   and shuts off automatically when hands are removed   The infrared beam is emitted intermittently,
                                   from the detection zone.                   saving energy while ensuring effective detection.
                                   No manual contact prevents the spread of germs    Battery-operated models have an average lifespan of
                                   by hand.                                   350,000 cycles (i.e. 3 to 6 years) depending on
                                                                              the frequency of use. The Lithium batteries are widely
                                   Anti-bacterial duty flush programme         available, affordable and recyclable.
                                   If a mixer or tap is not used for prolonged periods of   The significant hot water savings provided by DELABIE's
                                   time, water stagnates in the pipework, which favours   mixers and taps also result in energy savings.
                                   the development of bacteria (e.g. isolated points-of-
                                   use, unoccupied rooms, etc.). DELABIE’s electronic   Environmental labels
                                   mixers and taps have a duty flush programme.    The water and energy saving performance of DELABIE's
                                   An automatic flush takes place for approximately   electronic mixers and taps means that the buildings
                                   60 seconds every 24 hours after the last use   achieve the highest performance standards for
                                   (programmable on some models).             international rating schemes such as LEED, BREEAM
              Reduced-stagnation
              solenoid valve                                                  or HQE.
                                   Reduced-stagnation solenoid valve          For more information see page 211.
                                   Most solenoid valves are fitted with a rubber membrane
                                   behind which water stagnates and is not renewed.
                                   This can lead to bacterial proliferation.  SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED
                                   DELABIE has developed a technology without
                                   a membrane (patented system).              Easy to install
                                   With this piston-operated solenoid valve, water    DELABIE's products are easy to install and
                                   is drained and renewed with every use which reduces   adjustments are kept to a minimum in order to save
                                   niches where bacteria can develop.         time during installation.
                                   The solenoid valve's self-cleaning system
                                   with a calibrated groove reduces the build-up of dirt.   • Independent electronic control unit:
              No manual contact    Furthermore, its slow closure eliminates water-hammer.   BINOPTIC and TEMPOMATIC 2 models
                                                                               Depending on the model, there is an option to adjust
                                                                               the presence detection distance, to change
                Conventional   DELABIE
                 mixer    mixer                                                the operating mode (ON/OFF or automatic)
                 9 lpm    4 lpm    85% WATER                                   and change the duty flush settings.
                 0%      85%       AND ENERGY SAVINGS                          The electronic control units are waterproof (IP65)
                                                                               with diagnostic LEDs to facilitate servicing.
                                   Water savings                              • Electronic unit and solenoid valve integrated
                                   Compared to conventional mixers and taps, DELABIE's   in the body of the mixer/tap*: TEMPOMATIC 4
                                   electronic mixers and taps can offer maximum water   and TEMPOMATIC 5 models
                                   savings. They ensure the manager's water bills can be   Can be installed on any isolated point-of-use,
                                   reduced whilst preserving user comfort.     for new builds as well as renovation.
                                   • Automatic shut-off and split delivery     - 6V Lithium batteries*:
                                    The mixer or tap shuts off automatically when hands   There are no electrical connections required.
                                    are removed from the detection zone.        Simply connect the flexibles to the supply pipes
                 4.8L    0.8L                                                   in the same way as for a conventional mixer/tap.
                                    This removes the risk of waste through negligence.
                                    The anti-blocking security activates to prevent   No special adjustment is necessary; the mixer/tap
                 32 sec.  12 sec.   the mixer or tap from flowing continuously.   is ready to operate independently for 3 to 6 years.
                                    The flow time is reduced to the necessary minimum   A red LED will flash for 15 days to indicate that
              Water savings per use                                             the battery life is low. The batteries can be
                                    (wetting, rinsing).                         changed without shutting off the water supply
                                   • Regulated flow rate                         or removing the mixer/tap.
                                    Some of DELABIE’s electronic mixers and taps are   The batteries are directly accessed through the
                                    regulated at 4 lpm. The other electronic mixers    head of the tap (TEMPOMATIC 4), or via a battery
                             YEAR   and taps are, however, regulated at 3 lpm.    - 230/6V mains supply (plug in or recessed)*:
                                                                                pack attached to the flexibles (TEMPOMATIC 5).
                                    The flow rate remains constant regardless of
                                    pressure variations in the system.
                                    The flow rate can be adjusted from 1.4 lpm    To operate, simply connect the flexibles to
                  WARRANTY          (see Environmental labels) to 6 lpm.        the supply pipes and connect the electrical supply
                                                                                to the mixer/tap via a plug and socket or recessed
                                                                                connection close to the basin.
                                                                                This does not require any specific maintenance
                                                                                (no battery changes).
                                                                              * Depending on model
                                                                              30-year warranty against any manufacturing defects.
                                                                              50 years repairability.




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