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1. 16 He 4 3 4 By 4 3 4 deep Z Mounting board or area dimensions 3 oO Q Spectra Power Control Module f PE 12 6 1 2 Flush solenoid valve Va I ia CO To feed pump o sm o i E ee C a i F nput bg f E gt To tank 9 8 2 SS DC Ground o o Ga cla From charcoal o o Fuses filter gt se i E Pump 1 a 9 QH Diversion valve a Pump 2 C i H Prod i 2 roduct in E Diversion Valve o o d N E I 3 o Salinity sensor 1 u From sea water strainer O Valve Mounting Bracket Power Control Module Fresh Water Flush and Salinity Control Diversion Valve with Sensor in a compact layout configuration 10 j 0 0 5 SPECTRA WATERMAKERS a E Remote Control Panel 0 Lt Lo ze z 6 5 8 Clark Pump Bulkhead Mounting Bracket Optional Component Layout and Dimensions LE osed ea Product out is gt a High pressure inlet Membrane and housing Brine outlet 1 2 H P tube from bottom H P outlet Or f 1 2 H P tube to top H P inlet S SS S Y OIN INIXINNIXN Doa W N LES RINII XINA X EN NY Ke VW Re
2. Pump 1 breaker Pump 2 breaker Diversion valve breaker Salinity Solenoid wire size for 12 or 24VDC systems 16 gauge Diversion valve sensor Flush valve Run seperately from other wires to avoid interference Automatic Salinity Control and Auto Fresh Water Flush Wiring Diagram Symptom Feed pump start but shuts down on high pressure over 100 psi Pump s do not run and no feed pressure Feed pump runs but no fresh water flow Lower water production high amp draw high feed pressure pump cycles Low water production low amp draw glow feed pressure ES 03 Water production normal feed pressure high high amp draw Water production normal feed pressure low amp draw low Water production high poor water quality Asymmetrical pressure and flow readings between shifts or no pressure and flow generated C A naw Troubleshooting Guide Basic System ause Pre filters excessively clogged Brine service valve in mid off position Clark pump stalled Tripped breaker blown fuse or bad connection Bad pump motor Thru hull closed Pressure relief valve open Pump air locked Pre filter clogged Very cold water Low voltage at feed pump s under load Relie
3. AN Pre filter 6 8ed Product out Flow meter Membrane DPN Remote monitor panel Rear view Diversion solenoid valve e a Tank Fill Tank port 7 Salinity sensor Product service valve Reject port Wire must point down Manual by pass for service and cleaning Fresh water tank Check valve Note The reject product water can be plumbed into the brine discharge line anywhere between the discharge service valve and the discharge thru hull To brine discharge thru hull CAN Do not install a valve in this line amp WAS From brine discharge service valve Spectra Salinity Sensor and Diversion Valve Plumbing Op osed Fresh water from ships pressure system S CN Oo Solenoid valve Charcoal filter Actuated from timer control 1 2 Check valve Mount vertical with flow upwards Optional Place valve between intake strainer and intake service valve Spectra Automatic Fresh Water Flush Plumbing for feed pressure gauge 3 to 4 Teflon tape wraps a ct jimall i From feed pump mi Connector for 1 4 black tubing lead Pre filter plumbing gt From feed pump Dual pre filter option plumbing page 41 Lag or screw y mounting 2 1 4 SS Lag bolt or 1 4 SS Bolt 14 sheet metal screw Bolt mounting Caution Do no
4. MODEL 200c amp MODEL 380c OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Spectra Watermakers Inc 20 Mariposa Rd San Rafael CA 949104 Phone 415 526 2780 Fax 415 526 2787 E mail spectra spectrawatermakers com REVISED 7 11 02 www spectrawatermakers com Introduction Thank you for choosing a Spectra Watermaker It is our wish for you to be completely satisfied with our product We have inspected and tested all of the components before shipping and feel we have produced one of the finest products available Your long term satisfaction with this system will depend greatly on how the Spectra system is installed The unique performance is obtained not only by our new pressurization process but by careful attention to reducing flow restriction mechanical friction and electrical resistance All of this is affected by the final installation and that is ultimately up to you By reading understanding and following this manual even if you are not doing the installation yourself we are confident you will be happy with your new Spectra system With years of experience installing and repairing many different kinds of watermakers we have seen nearly everything that should or should not be done This manual includes the summation of that knowledge tailored for Spectra Watermakers It is very important that you follow the instructions in this manual They are designed to help you customize the installation to your boat while maintaining
5. Feed and Discharge Hoses Route the 5 8 hose smoothly between the components Use straight hose fittings and gentle turns in the hose where possible Minimum hose bend radius is 6 Tightly secure hoses with tie wraps to avoid chafe High Pressure Tubes Be sure to follow the Clark Pump and Plumbing Diagrams for proper connection between the Clark pump and the membrane housing Membrane water flow direction is marked on the housing Rotate the 90 deg high pressure tube fittings on the Clark Pump for ideal tube runs The high pressure tubes are usually made in place Loosely route the tubes between the Clark pump and the membrane and cut long Minimum tube bend radius is 6 Follow the tube connection instructions on page 40 Connect the tubes to one of the components secure the tube runs and then trim and connect to the other component A 90 degree bend in a hose is better than a 90 degree fitting A tube when mounted should have at least one gentle bend to allow for expansion Do not connect a tube straight between hard mounted fittings If other than the Spectra supplied tube and fittings are used they need to be at least 1 2 ID if hose 1 2 OD if tube with non ferrous 1 2 high pressure fitting s and have a working pressure of at least 2000 psi When connecting the tubes to the components be sure to hold fitting body during the final tightening See the High Pressure Tube Fitting Instructions on page 43 General Plumbing con
6. H 5 12 7 cm H 6 5 16 5 cm D 4 10 2 cm W 3 7 6 cm D 2 75 7 3 cm D 12 30 4cm H 4 875 12 4 cm D 4 75 12 0 cm W 4 75 12 0 cm D See component dimension drawing on page 35 amp 36 page 8 Spectra 380c Performance Specifications Sea water temperature 50 10 C Voltage Feed flow Feed pressure High pressure Amperage Product 12 5v 2 1 gpm 7 9 lpm 104 psi 7 0 bar 845 psi 57 5 bar 20 0 14 0 gph 53 0 Iph 13 8v 2 3 gpm 8 71pm 110 psi 7 5 bar 880 psi 59 8 bar 21 2 15 0 gph 56 8 Iph 14 4v 2 4 gpm 9 1 lpm 112 psi 7 6 bar 900 psi 61 2 bar 21 5 15 5 gph 57 8 Iph Sea water temperature 77 25 C Voltage Feed flow Feed pressure High pressure Amperage Product 12 5v 2 4 gpm 9 0 Ipm 92 psi 6 2 bar 670 psi 45 6 bar 18 5 15 0 gph 56 8 Iph 13 8v 2 6 gpm 9 8 Ipm 98 psi 6 6 bar 700 psi 47 6 bar 19 6 16 5 gph 62 4 Iph 14 4v 2 7 gpm 10 21pm 102 psi 6 9 bar 710 psi 48 3 bar 20 0 17 0 gph 64 3 Iph Sea water temperature 90 32 C Voltage Feed flow Feed pressure High pressure Amperage Product 12 5v 2 4 gpm 9 0 Ipm 92 psi 6 2 bar 645 psi 43 9 bar 18 2 15 3 gph 57 9 Iph 13 8v 2 6 gpm 9 8 Ipm 98 psi 6 6 bar 665 psi 45 2 bar 19 1 17 0 gph 64 3 Iph 14 4v 2 7 gpm 10 21pm 100 psi 6 8 bar 675 psi 45 9 bar 19 5 17 5 gph 66 2 Iph Sea water salinity 35 000 parts per million TDS Salt rejection 99 0 99 4 Typical purity test lt 400 mhos 20
7. Ogaugeto25 feet 8 gauge to 25 feet Power Control Module enclosure bottom Adjusting pot DC Backflush timer DC K1 Pump 1 TS 2 Pump 1 relay Pump 1 Pump 2 K2 Pump 2 relay Pump 2 Flush valve Flush K3 valve Backflush relay Diversion valve Diversion valve SPECTRA WATERMAKERS o O Pump 1 Backflush Salinity o O Pump 2 2 Cooling fan Io oO Connect fan wiring with S ToN For 200c models omit feed pump connections Koi VJ pump 2 and both fans Cooling fan Pump wire size for 12VDC systems Qa Push in connectors GRY GRN WHT YEL SH Hanna salinity controler see P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 Underside of enclosure top Interconnect wiring not shown DC Input 25 amp DC Input Main power connects to studs on enclosure face Pump 1 10 gauge to 15 feet 8 gauge to 25 feet Pump 2 Pump wire size for 24VDC systems o o 12 gauge to 15 feet 10 gauge to 25 feet
8. and good product water indicator lights on the remote panel after the product water service valve is turned to the run position The green light should go on and the diversion solenoid valve directing the product water to the tank Break open the product line to the tank to see if the water is flowing If not recheck the solenoid valve plumbing and electrical connections Check voltage at the feed pump while the system is running There should be less than 1 2 volt drop at the feed pump 9 At 3 amp 24 hours of pressurized run time re check for leaks Take note of the system feed pressure product flow feed pump voltage amp draw and enter them into the start up log Normal Start Up J For normal start up meaning the unit has been run within the last 2 days or has been flushed with fresh water only reject the product water by switching the product service valve to the service position and start the system It is not necessary to open the pressure relief valve The first two pints of product water may be brackish Wait a few minutes then test the water If it is OK switch the service valve to the run position If the system has the automatic salinity control system there is no need to switch the service valve Any brackish product water will automatically be diverted to the brine discharge When the salinity probe detects potable water the diversion valve sends it to the tank Periodically check the product water with the hand held sa
9. feed hose The other port is plugged Manual Fresh Water Flush System optional The optional manual fresh water flush system uses a charcoal filter that is in the same type of housing as the micron pre filter and the same type of service valve as the intake and brine service valves They mount the same way The flush service valve can be placed anywhere between the intake strainer and the feed pump but is usually mounted between the intake service valve and the feed pump Mount is a convenient spot at it will be accessed often See the Manual Fresh Water Flush Diagram on page 46 The fresh water is normally drawn from the tank in the same manner as the domestic water pressure pump Water from the pressure side of the domestic system can be used but there is a higher chance of leaks Power Control Module optional For automatic salinity control with remote panel and optional automatic fresh water flush The power control module ideally should be mounted between the ships power panel and the feed pump s Mount in a dry area preferably on a vertical surface with the wires down It can also be mounted horizontally Refer to the wiring diagram on page 48 for proper breaker and wire sizing Do not scrimp on the wire size Run all the wires through the hole in the bottom side leaving enough extra to make the connections to the electrical boards Remote Control Panel optional The remote control panel is designed to fit just above or below the mo
10. F 25 C Voltage Feed flow Feed pressure High pressure Amperage Product 12 5v 1 5 gpm 5 7 Ipm 64 psi 4 3 bar 550 psi 37 4 bar 8 0 8 3 gph 31 4 Iph 13 8v 1 6 gpm 6 0 Ipm 68 psi 4 6 bar 570 psi 38 8 bar 8 5 9 3 gph 36 0 Iph 14 4v 1 7 gpm 6 4 Ipm 70 psi 4 8 bar 580 psi 39 4 bar 8 8 10 0 gph 37 8 Iph Sea water temperature 90 F 32 C Voltage Feed flow Feed pressure High pressure Amperage Product 12 5v 1 5 gpm 5 7 Ipm 64 psi 4 3 bar 530 psi 36 0 bar 7 9 8 5 gph 32 2 Iph 13 8v 1 6 gpm 6 0 Ipm 68 psi 4 6 bar 550 psi 37 4 bar 8 4 9 5 gph 35 9 Iph 14 4v 1 7 gpm 6 4 Ipm 70 psi 4 7 bar 560 psi 38 0 bar 8 9 10 3 gph 39 0 Iph Sea water salinity 35 000 parts per million TDS Salt rejection 99 0 99 4 Typical purity test lt 400 mhos 200 ppm 99 4 pure Performance Tolerance 10 Maximum Operating Temperature 113 F 45 degrees C Weights and Dimensions Clark Pump 18 0 lbs 8 18 kg Membrane 13 0 lbs 5 91 kg Feed Pump 6 5 Ibs 2 95 kg Panel 1 0 lbs 0 45 kg Strainer Slbs 0 23 kg Pre filter 2 5 lbs 1 14 kg Hose amp Fittings 3 5 lbs 1 60 kg Total weight 45 0 lbs 20 46 kg 27 25 69 2 cm L 43 5 110 5 cm L 9 25 23 5 cm L 5 12 7 cm W 3 5 8 9 cm W 4 5 11 4 cm W Salinity Control System 4 0 Ibs 1 8 kg Power Control Module 9 5 24 1 cm L System Specifications 8 25 21 6 cm H 3 5 8 9 cm Dia 4 10 2 cm H 5 5 14 0 cm
11. Monitor Panel Plumbing page 45 9p osed _ To feed pump Connect to pressure water system or direct from a water tank Optional Place valve between intake strainer and intake service valve Flush valve Place valve in a convenient location From intake service valve Manual Fresh Water Flush Plumbing REMOVE FOR USE D Top Feed Pump l Side Mounting template Sid S Drill for 10 Machine Screws 10 SM Screws Bottom Drill for 1 4 bolts i 1 4 lags 3 194 14 SM Screw n 6 500 Back Under Clark Pump Under gt Cylinder Mounting Template 2S IMPORTANT Check actual measurements of templates for printing errors before use a Front y page 47 S Spectra Remote Control Panel 5 000 T ee i X 4 750 Drill 1 4 holes Remove for use to start cut out Cut Out Template Cut line Drill for 4 screws to mount panel Dotted lines are actual panel dimensions Drill 3 8 holes to start cut out SpectraMonitor Panel Cut Out Template IMPORTANT Check actual measurements of templates for printing errors before use ELECTRICAL See the wiring diagrams on the following pages A robust electrical connection is crucial to the proper operation of the system Examine your electrical system carefully to determine the proper place from which to draw power If power will be drawn from a breaker s on the main distribution pa
12. The Clark Pump can be mounted on any horizontal surface that will support it s weight and is not subjected to excessive vibration Height above or below the water line is unrestricted Allow for easy access to the pressure relief valve for system servicing Mounting on a vertical surface can be expedited by using the optional L bracket For hanging from overhead the rubber mounts can be used upside down If necessary the Clark pump can be hard mounted using the bolt pattern in the base to mount in any position Avoid mounting in the middle of a large unsupported flat surface that could amplify the sound of the pump shift Allow room in the front and back for access to the high pressure tube and hose connections If mounting up against a bulkhead attach the high pressure tubes before mounting The 90 degree fittings supplied are acceptable for the feed and high pressure tube connections to the unit and can be rotated for easy tube runs Straight fittings can also be used The brine discharge hose connection to the reversing valve body should be straight if possible and can be connected to either end of the reversing valve Plug the unused port Make sure that the area around and under the pump does not have any water sensitive equipment Water will be spilled during any repairs or if a leak occurs Use the Clark Pump mounting hole template see page 47 to mark and drill for the fasteners 1 4 bolts and Nylock nuts are preferred but lag bol
13. charcoal filter flush service valve and fittings Service Valve Mounting Bracket Anodized aluminum bracket for service and manual flush valves Clark Pump Bulkhead Mounting Bracket Anodized aluminum pre drilled bracket 20 micron Pre filter Kit Includes filter housing and bracket 6 filter elements and fittings Basic Cruise Kit Includes six 5 micron filters and 2 SC 1 storage chemical containers Offshore Kit Includes Clark pump seals pump shaft tools 2 SC 2 cleaning chemical containers instructions Spare Feed Pump Cooling Fan for 200c Feed Pump page 5 Shopping List In addition to the optional installation kit Refer to manual for wire size and type of fasteners Fasteners Hardware for mounting components to desired surfaces Marine grade duplex wire connectors heat shrink wire ties and mounts One 5 gallon plastic container 2 gallon with an optional flush system One 15 amp fuse or circuit breaker switch for the Spectra 200c or Two 15 amp fuses or circuit breakers for the Spectra 380c One 25 amp fuse or circuit breaker for optional salinity control system Recommended Tools Wrench set to 7 8 Adjustable wrench 3 8 drill drill index and a hole saw set Jig saw or coping saw Screwdrivers 5 16 nut driver for hose clamps Wire cutter Wire stripper Electrical crimping tool for insulated connectors Heat gun Soldering iron page 6 Features The new Spectra Watermaker systems are designed to meet the needs
14. climates The pressure relief valve does not have to be opened during the flush because the Spectra s unique high pressure system will not generate membrane damaging excessive product flow when brackish or fresh water is introduced into a pressurized system The length of time to flush the system depends on the installation Longer hose runs and extra pre filters will lengthen the flush time The feed pump is run during the flush The flush time is determined by recording the time it takes for the feed pressure to drop and then stabilize as the salt water leaves the membrane and then adding at least 1 more minute Bulkhead Mounting Bracket optional A black anodized pre drilled aluminum L bracket for easy bulkhead mounting of the Clark Pump Service Valve Mounting Bracket optional A black anodized pre drilled aluminum L bracket for mounting the three service valves and the manual fresh water flush valve in various configurations Labels are included page 13 Component Description cont Second 20 micron Pre filter Kit optional Add a second 20 micron pre filter assembly before the 5 micron pre filter for longer intervals between filter service Recommended for systems that will run for long periods of time and may be operated in turbid sea water conditions Six 20 micron filters and plumbing fittings are included Ultraviolet Sterilization Filter optional The UV filter is placed in the product line between t
15. of a wide range of cruising yachts The Spectra 200c is ideal for the small yacht with limited power but will easily handle the water needs of medium size yachts The Spectra 380c is ideal for the larger sail and motor yachts Using the patented Clark Pump and paying careful attention to system efficiency the Spectra 200c operates on a fresh water to power ratio that surpasses everything in the marine industry The system makes an average of 8 3 gallons per hour on 8 amps 12 5 vdc less than 73 watt hours per gallon That means that making one gallon of fresh water is like running only a small cabin light for one hour The Spectra 380c with two fan cooled feed pumps produces 16 gallons per hour using less than 20 amps Most other components are the same as the 200c The system s modular components allow for easy custom installations Component layout can be optimized for efficiency ease of operation and maintenance The system s feed pump is self priming and can be mounted up to 4 feet above the water line The rest of the system can go even higher The production of fresh water is stable through the system s normal operating sea water temperature and salinity range Only the working pressures change with the water conditions A typical leading brand 200 gallon per day unit running in 61 degree F water will only make 144 gallons per day The Spectra 200c will still be producing 200 gallons per day or more on a fraction of the power To
16. samples the purity of the product water If the probe detects non potable product the diversion valve rejects the product overboard The reject product water is combined with the brine discharge after the brine service valve to avoid the possibility of excessive back pressure Manual Fresh Water Flush Kit optional An easy way to flush the salt water out of the system for longer intervals between run times The manual system uses a 3 way service valve to switch from the sea water inlet to charcoal filtered fresh water from the ship s pressure water system or direct from the tank The kit includes a charcoal filter and housing service valve and fittings for a typical installation Automatic Fresh Water Flush Systems optional An automatic fresh water flush system allows the operator to start a timed flush cycle from the remote control panel The automatic system incorporates an electric solenoid valve controlled by an adjustable timer a power relay to run one feed pump and a check valve When the timer is initialized the valve opens to let pressurized charcoal filtered fresh water into the feed system and one feed pump starts The check valve prevents the fresh water from going out the intake thru hull The system will run until the salt water is flushed then automatically shuts down The timer is adjusted at installation Purging the system with nonchlorinated fresh water is advisable every time the system is shut down especially in hot
17. seal lip so it slips inside Push the element into the housing the brine seal will give some resistance until it completely engages the inlet end plug The element s product catch tube engaging and passing through the small O rings in the end cap center bore can be felt The element brine seal should now be next to the inlet plug Install the outlet end plug the same way as the inlet It will go in harder because of the center bore O rings engaging the element s product catch tube A new membrane has a pickling solution in it and should be thoroughly flushed before use Follow the New System Start Up procedures page 24 Installation Basics The Spectra Watermakers are designed for energy efficiency All aspects of the system have been optimized for this goal therefore any changes in the basic layout or components will most likely reduce this efficiency Electrical power to the feed pump is one of the most critical aspects of the installation Wiring must be done to minimize voltage drop to the pump If there is any doubt go oversize on the wire size Larger wine will only help marginal wiring will reduce performance significantly The overall length of the feed discharge and high pressure hoses have little effect on performance but that every sharp turn absorbs power Avoid adding 90 degree fittings Use gentle hose bends where possible Careful consideration of the direction of water flow through the pre filters and boost pump in
18. stream of where the diverted product tees into that line The diverted product water flow must not be blocked in any way The tee can be hard plumbed to the brine service valve or the thru hull if desired Do not mount the tee up stream of the brine discharge service valve or damage to the membrane and diversion valve will result Orientation of the diversion valve is not critical and the ports are labeled Follow the Installation Basics section and 1 4 tube connection instructions in this manual for proper pipe and tube connections Caution Do not over tighten the pipe fittings to the solenoid valve or cracking may result Follow the 380c with Salinity Control and flush Options Wiring Diagram on page 52 for proper wire connections For 200c models pump 2 and the fans are omitted Automatic Fresh Water Flush System an option for the salinity control Follow the automatic flush plumbing diagram on page 40 The check valve must be mounted vertical with flow upwards to prevent the possibility of it sticking open and the solenoid valve must be plumbed down stream of the charcoal filter to prevent salt water contamination of the filter element The components can be mounted separately if desired The system is usually teed into the intake hose between the intake service valve and the feed pump Use tie mounts and wire ties to fasten to a vertical surface Follow the 380c with salinity control and flush options wiring diagram on page 42 for proper wirin
19. the chosen cleaning chemical into the mixing container Warning Re check that the pressure relief valve is open or membrane damage may result Turn all the Service valves to the service position Start the main feed pump manually using the manual switch on the MPC control box Do not use the remote control panel Run the system unpressurized for one hour while maintaining the solution at warm if possible then turn off for one hour to let the membrane soak Don t forget to turn off the stove Run the system again for hour while heating the solution then turn off for one hour Do not let the water get above 120 F Triple the run soak times if the water is not heated Turn the brine discharge service valve to the Run position Restart the system the solution will now drain from the container Place the intake service valve to the Run position Run the system unpressurized on sea water for at least 30 minutes to purge the cleaning solution After purging close the pressure relief valve to pressurize the system Manually divert the product water with the product service valve into the cleaning container After 30 minutes check the feed pressure product flow and quality to determine if the membrane is functioning normally If the cleaning solution became very discolored during the cleaning process it is recommended to repeat the process If the first cleaning did not affect the membrane enough repeat the cleaning process
20. times to be sure Reassemble the diversion tee or manifold on Gulfstream 400 models and sensor and retest the system Calibrating salinity control system serial numbers 6000 6999 with digital readout on front of control box The salinity sensor is the only device with just ONE wire connected All other solenoids etc have TWO wires Unplug the sensor wire from the control box and carefully remove the salinity sensor from the diversion tee or manifold on Gulfstream 400 models Be careful not to twist the sensor wire Trim away the plastic fins around the probe pins and clean the pins with fine sandpaper or a stainless steel wire brush The pins must be bright and shiny clean for proper calibration Reconnect the sensor to the control box turn on the system and insert the sensor into the package of 800 PPM calibration solution Push the meas button to display the actual PPM at the sensor Use a thermometer to determine the approximate temperature of the sensor and calibrating solution Refer to the temperature compensation chart on the package of the calibration solution to determine the actual salinity value of the solution For example if the thermometer reads 80 degrees F then the solution value is 832 PPM If no thermometer is available use the baseline value of 800 PPM Use a small screwdriver to turn the cal adjusting screw until the display reads the calibrating value determined in step
21. to the right The service port 5 8 hoses can be attached to the service valves using hose barbs or brass garden hose couplings for easy removal and storage The product service tube can be easily removed by unscrewing the plastic gland nut Fittings Metal pipe fittings that are to thread into plastic should be coated with 3 4 wraps of Teflon tape To avoid cracking the plastic tighten until only 1 2 of the threads are buried This may not seem tight but they will not and should not bottom out like a metal to metal connection If it leaks take another turn If it still leaks remove and re wrap adding an extra wrap Metal to metal pipe connections should have 1 1 2 to 2 Teflon wraps only Plastic to plastic pipe connection should have 3 4 wraps of Teflon tape and be threaded almost all the way in Be very careful to avoid getting any tape over the end of the fitting that might get into the system To insure this does not happen leave the very first thread uncoated Component Placement page 27 Refer to the Plumbing Diagrams on pages 37 and 38 Sea Water Strainer Mount the sea water strainer between the intake thru hull valve and the intake service valve in a protected accessible and visible spot that is not above water sensitive equipment Secure the upper section with the black plastic mount and tie provided Allow a minimum of 1 1 2 space below for the strainer bowl removal Mounting the strainer before the service valve wi
22. 0 ppm 99 4 pure Performance Tolerance 10 Maximum Operating Temperature 113 degrees F 45 degrees C System Specifications Weights and Dimensions Clark Pump 18 0 lbs 8 18 kg 27 25 69 2cm L 8 25 21 6 cm H 6 5 16 5 cm D Membrane 13 0 lbs 5 91 kg 43 5 112 4 cm L 3 5 8 9 cm Dia Feed Pumps 14 5 Ibs 6 60 kg 10 0 25 4 cm L 4 10 2cm H 4 10 2 cm Wea Panel 1 0 lbs 0 45 kg 5 12 7 cm W 5 5 14 0 cm H 3 7 6 cm D Strainer Slbs 0 23 kg 3 5 8 9 cm W 5 12 7 cm H 2 75 7 3 cm D Pre filter 2 5 lbs 1 14 kg 4 5 11 4 cm W 12 30 4cm H 4 875 12 4 cm D Hose amp Fittings 3 5 bs 1 60 kg Total weight 53 0 Ibs 24 11 kg Salinity Control System 4 0 Ibs 1 8 kg Power Control Module 9 5 24 1 cm L 4 75 12 0 cm W 4 75 12 0 cm D See component dimension drawings on pages 35 amp 36 page 9 Component Description The Clark Pump This is the heart of the system The Clark Pump uses two opposing cylinders and pistons that share a single rod through a center block A reversing valve controlled by a pilot valve that is actuated by the pistons allows the cylinders to alternate between driving and pressurizing Pressurization is achieved by the rod being driven into the other cylinder As the rod enters the cylinder it pushes the piston which circulates the water out through the membrane and back to the reversing valve The valve directs the water back into the same cyl
23. 3 Remove the sensor from the solution display should read 000 Verify the reject set point by pressing the set button on the display readout Value should be 500 PPM Reassemble the diversion tee or manifold on Gulfstream 400 models and sensor and retest the system Spectra Watermakers warrants to the original purchaser that all components except for the Clark Pump are free from any defects in material and or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase Spectra Watermakers warrants to the original purchaser that the Clark Pump is free from any defects in material and or workmanship with a limited life time warranty from the date of purchase If any such defect is discovered and reported within the warranty period Spectra Watermakers will repair or replace the affected component free of charge subject to verification of the defect or malfunction upon inspection at Spectra Watermakers The customer is responsible for all costs incurred for removal shipping to and from our facility and reinstallation This warranty does not apply to malfunctions or physical damage resulting from abuse neglect accident alteration modification feed pump substitution submersion shipping damage hoses and fittings not supplied by Spectra Watermakers improper membrane maintenance oil and chlorine damage use of sodium bisulfite or sodium metabisulfite or improper installation Consumables such as pre filter elements are no
24. One or both pumps cycle on off switches out of adjustment f of operation and installation manual for Erratic operation of good amp causing pumps to short cycle proper pump switch adjustment procedure reject LED s B System fault B See Troubleshoot Basic System No flush operation A No fresh water available A Turn on ships fresh water pump pump l amp good LED come on verify that water pressure is available B Clogged flush charcoal B Replace charcoal filter element Filter element C Defective flush solenoid C Disconnect hose from solenoid valve and activate flush switch if no water flows then replace solenoid valve D Loose broken wire between D Check wiring connections between control control box and solenoid box and solenoid valve Check for voltage at solenoid during flush cycle E Low voltage to control box E Control box must have at least 12 5 24 9 volts in order to open valve under pressure NOTE On Gulfstream 400 models step C above will not apply consult factory for flush testing procedure No flush operation A No power to control box A Check supply circuit breaker fuse wiring pump l or good LED do not come on B Blown F4 on relay board B Unsolder amp replace F4 with 3 amp slow blow Fuse any similar fuse may be substituted More or less flush cycle time A Adjust timer orange cube A Adjust small screw on blue potentiometer desired CW for more tim
25. Push the membrane element out of the housing by first pushing on the outlet end If it resists try pushing on the other end If the membrane is going to be kept for any reason seal it in plastic before it dries out Assembly Install the inlet end cap first Lubricate all the O rings and the housing with soapy water or with a very thin layer of a pure silicone lubricant and start threading on the ring end cap assembly As the end caps large O ring comes into contact with the housing twist and push on the end cap to properly insert the O ring then continue tightening the retainer ring If the tube fittings were removed from the end cap lubricate and insert the end cap then install the retainer ring and then the plumbing fittings See Installation Basics Check that the new element has a black rubber lip seal brine seal in a groove on one end only Check that the small product catch tubes that stick out from both ends of the membrane are smooth and free of scratches and nicks If there are scratches dress them with 400 grit sandpaper if they are not too deep The product tube surface condition is important because the O ring seal on the tubes separate the high pressure salt water from the product water Lubricate the element brine seal and wet the whole inside of the housing Insert the brine seal end of the element into the outlet end of the housing A gentle push with a slight rocking motion and help with fingers should compress the brine
26. RRDBRARSRERDSRRSRAREREE Remote monitor panel Rear view SS SH SRKES a SYK Pressure Gauge H Product service Flow meter I valve XA See manual for tee orientation po gt 1 4 Black tubing Accumulator tank L gt is 9 Plug iJ N To pressure gauge 12 VDC E ERE F r ol X Sea strainer N
27. Refer to pre filter plumbing on page 41 Use the bracket as a template for the mounting fasteners The bracket can be mounted with the angle down by first mounting the bracket then attaching the filter it to with the screws provided Mount the pre filter in an accessible location that can be reached with both hands as the bowl can get tight Wrenches designed for filter removal are available 6 of clearance around the pre filter are needed for the filter tool Salt water will be spilled during servicing so do not mount the pre filter above any sensitive equipment Note the flow direction and mount to minimize hose lengths and bends allowing room for the hose fittings and gentle hose bends Allow 1 1 2 of space below the filter for housing removal The feed pressure gauge tubing is attached to a tee before the pre filter The tee is usually hard plumbed directly to the pre filter inlet but can be installed anywhere between the feed pump and the pre filter Clark Pump Refer to the the Clark Pump Mounting Diagram on page 42 to install the mounting brackets and shock mounts Bolt the mounting brackets to the base of the center block with the short 5 16 SS bolts and washers sandwiching the plastic washers in between the center block and the brackets The brackets will over hang from the front and back of the center block Moisten the rubber shock mounts and slip them into the bracket holes then install the plastic inserts into the rubber mounts
28. agram page 50 Power Control Module Wiring page 51 Automatic Salinity Control amp Flush Wiring page 52 Troubleshooting page 53 Salinity Control Recalibration page 56 Warranty page 57 page 3 System and Start Up Log System Information Model Number Serial Number Date Purchased Purchased From Installation Date Start Up Performance Readings Measure during operation after 3 and 24 hours of pressurized run time in similar conditions 3 hrs 24 hrs Feed Water Temperature Voltage at Feed Pump s Amperage Draw re ee Feed Pressure psi Product Water Flow gph page 4 Shipping List 1 Operation and Installation Manual 1 Clark Pump and mounting hardware 1 Feed Pump and heat sink model 200c 2 Pumps heat sinks cooling fan kits and fittings Spectra 380c 1 Accumulator Tank 1 Membrane and Housing Assembly with mounts 10 High Pressure Tube 1 Sea Water Strainer 1 Pre filter and Bracket 1 Monitor Panel 1 Hand Held Salinity Monitor 1 Installation Kit 1 SC 1 Storage Cleaning Chemical amp 1 SC 2 Cleaning Chemical Options Automatic Salinity Control Includes power control module remote panel salinity sensor and reject valve Automatic Fresh Water Flush System Adds on to auto salinity control Includes a timer in the power control module a switch in the remote control panel a charcoal filter solenoid valve check valve and fittings Manual Fresh Water Flush System Includes
29. ainer filters the salt water to the feed pump for its protection It has a cleanable fine mesh stainless steel element The filter mesh is sized to stop debris that could jam in the pump s check valves A coarse strainer should not be substituted The 5 Micron Pre filter The pre filter does the essential job of cleaning the sea water before it gets to the Clark Pump and R O membrane A replaceable 5 micron pleated fiber filter is used Filter maintenance is crucial to the efficiency and life of the system Operation with 5 micron filtered sea water is very important A reverse osmosis system running on 5 micron filtered water will last much longer than one running on 20 or 30 micron filtered water Accumulator Tank The accumulator tank is an air chamber divided by a rubber diaphragm The top chamber is pressurized with air to 10 psi below the expected feed pressure For example if the feed pressure is 70 psi the tank should be pressurized to 60 psi when the system is off When running feed water will enter the lower chamber until the pressures equalize It s function page 11 resembles a cushion to smooth out the feed pressure spikes when the Clark Pump shifts This will extend the life of the feed pump and quiet the shift between strokes Component Description cont Standard Monitor Panel The monitor panel gives information on the system s status The round gauge shows feed pressure This gauge is fluid filled and the a
30. ally stop and reheat the solution Perform the cleaning procedures while the ship is in acceptable sea water for purging and testing Cleaning Procedures Note procedures are the same for the SC 3 and SC 2 cleaners A Spectra Cleaning Compound SC 2 or SC 3 must be mixed with fresh water at a ratio of 1 Spectra container to 3 gallons to have the proper solution An average of two gallons of water is in the system This water has to be figured in the mixture SC 3 and SC 2 are never mixed together Do not use them for storage Warning The pressure relief valve on the Clark pump must be open for this procedure or membrane damage may result Maximum pressure 50 psi Note Triple the run soak times if the solution is not heated Membrane cleaning cont e Attach the service hoses to the three way valves and direct them to the cleaning container page 22 Make sure the domestic water pressure system is on then start the automatic flush system When the flush cycle stops move only the brine discharge to the Service position and restart the flush cycle Allow one gallon of flush water to flow into the container then stop the system with the Start Stop button Do not use tap water or chlorinated water Distilled or charcoal filtered water is acceptable if using the flush water is not an option Start heating the water With the system flushed and unchlorinated fresh water in the container thoroughly mix the proper amount see above of
31. an be restarted Check the feed pressure about 18 psi should be indicated with one pump running for both the 200c amp 380c systems and about 35 psi with two pumps running the 380c system between shifts of the Clark Pump 6 Check the feed pump high pressure cut out switch set point For the Spectra 380c do one pump at atime With the system primed and running unpressurized block the brine flow by moving the brine discharge service valve lever to the center position half way between the run and service positions This will stop the water flow and cause the feed pump to shut off Check the feed pressure gauge it should be holding steady at about 120 to 125 psi The pressure can be adjusted by tightening higher pressure or loosening lower pressure the Allen head set screw on the pump switch at the very bottom of the pump head using a 5 64 Allen wrench Repeat for the second pump on the Spectra 380c Now is a good time to check for leaks in the feed and brine connections as they are now pressurized to maximum The membrane housing end caps have a vent that will show if there is a possible leak between the salt and product water page 15 Operating Procedures cont 7 Run the system unpressurized for 30 minutes after start up to purge the pickling solution in a new membrane Make sure that the product water is diverted then close the pressure relief valve to pressurize the system Re check the whole system for leaks especially
32. cal Panel Positive buss e r a e s s e 7 amp 24V DC 15 amp breakers 12V DC UV Filter 5 amp breaker Cooling fans Optional Duplex Boost Pumps Alternate UV filter power connection lo of 4 Use 5 amp inline fuse Negtive buss To battery 8 gauge or larger 12VDC 24VDC lt O OF O OF Wire size for each pump 10 gauge to 10 feet 8 gauge to 25 feet Wire size for each pump a 12 gauge to 10 feet 10 gauge to 25 feet Cooling fan Boost Pump IS osed Spectra Power Control Module i DC Input DC Ground Pump 1 Pump 2 Diversion Valve Power feed wire size for 12VDC systems 25 amp breaker required 8 gauge to 15 feet 6 gauge to 25 feet Power feed wire size for 24VDC systems 15 amp breaker required 10 gauge to 15 feet 8 gauge to 25 feet Power Control Module Wiring Diagram Main Electrical Panel 15 or 25 amp breaker Positive buss Negtive buss To battery 8 gauge or larger 4 12 or 24 VDC ZS Sed Power feed wire size Power feed wire size for 12VDC systems for 24VDC systems 25 amp breaker 15 amp breaker Remote control cable connector 8gaugetol5feet 10 gauge to 15 feet
33. clusion having an adequate and reliable watermaker can improve the quality of life on board more than almost any other piece of equipment It is our sincere desire that you will be able to take full advantage of your new Spectra Watermaker confirming that you have indeed made the best choice And don t forget to tell all your friends Thank you from all of us at Spectra Watermakers page 2 Table of Contents System and Start Up Log page 4 Shipping and Shopping Lists page 5 Features page 7 Specifications Model 200c page 8 Specifications Model 380c page 9 Component Description page 10 Operating Procedures page 15 Shutdown Procedures page 18 Maintenance page 20 Membrane Cleaning Procedures page 22 Membrane Replacement page 24 Installation Basics page 25 General Plumbing page 26 Component Placement page 28 Clark Pump Diagram page 34 Component Dimensions page 35 Optional Component Dimensions page 36 Plumbing Diagram Spectra 200c page 37 Plumbing Diagram Spectra 380c page 38 Salinity Control Plumbing Diagram page 39 Automatic Fresh Water Flush System Diagram page 40 Pre filter Plumbing Diagram page 41 Clark Pump Mounting Diagram page 42 High Pressure Tube Instructions and Diagram page 43 1 4 Tube Fitting Instructions Diagram page 44 Spectra Panel Plumbing page 45 Manual Fresh Water Flush System Diagram page 46 Mounting Templates for Pumps page 47 Mounting Templates for Panels page 48 Electrical page 49 200c amp 380c Wiring Di
34. e or CCW for less time NOTES 1 When ordering replacement parts or calling for assistance with the salinity control system we need to know the system voltage and the serial number on the bottom of the control box 2 Be sure to carefully test all components before ordering replacement items electrical parts are NOT returnable g osed The automatic salinity control system must be periodically recalibrated to ensure proper operation At a minimum the salinity probe pins must be periodically cleaned as described below to remove mineral deposits scale etc OA ON Calibrating salinity control Serial numbers 2000 5541 with internal adjustment knob The salinity sensor is the only device with just ONE wire connected All other solenoids etc have TWO wires Unplug the sensor wire from the control box and carefully remove the salinity sensor from the diversion tee or manifold on Gulfstream 400 models Be careful not to twist the sensor wire Trim away the plastic fins around the probe pins and clean the pins with fine sandpaper or a stainless steel wire brush The pins must be bright and shiny clean for proper calibration Reconnect the sensor wire to the control box turn on one feed pump and insert the sensor into the package of 800 PPM calibration solution Turn the black shaft at the top of the salinity circuit board until the diversion valve amp reject LED just activate Try this adjustment several
35. e index mark on the nut as a guide The threads should be completely covered by the nut The tube connectors can be disconnected and re tighten several times To reconnect insert the tube and ferrule into the body then hand tighten the nut Hold the body and tighten the nut with a wrench a little past where resistance is encountered When correct the nut should be tightened a little past where it was before disassembly Always check for leaks Index mark Straight thread Figure 1 Nut Ferrule Body Cut tube square Bs Fi gure 2 O Black high pressure tubing Tighten 1 2 3 turns 10 flats with a 7 8 wrench after finger tight Use index mark as guide S No threads showing Figure 3 Insert tube 0 9 until it stops page 43 Grab Ring f Nut Tubing Step 1 Dissemble fitting components Step 2 Install the Nut first then use the bevelled side of the Spacer to push the Grab Ring onto the tube no more than 1 2 Slip the O ring over the tube to hold the Spacer in place If the Grab Ring is pushed too far trim back the tube so about 1 4 of tube extends past the O ring Step 4 Push the tube into the body until it bottoms out then hand tighten the nut DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN 1 4 Tube Fitting Assembly page 44 Rear view Flow meter To product service valve Feed pressure guage From membrane From tee upstream of all pre filters Use 1 4 black tubing and straight or 90 deg tube fittings
36. e product service valve and finally to a tee in the tank fill or a fitting tapped into the tank top or top side The feed pressure gauge is connected to a tee in the line between the Clark Pump and the pre filter Use the 1 4 black tubing and fittings If access to the back of the panel is limited leave enough extra tubing to allow the connections to be made before the panel is secured Route the tubes so they won t kink when the panel is pushed into place Fasten with 4 screws Component Placement cont page 30 Product Water Service Valve The 1 4 product water service valve can be placed anywhere between the Spectra Panel and the tank The ideal location is within reach of the other service valves Use the U clamps provided The service line should be long enough to reach the cleaning container for servicing The lever can move only 90 Moving the product service valve lever to the center cannot close the ports This feature is important Do not substitute other valves for use in the product line The lever can be removed and repositioned if necessary as long as it will still have its 90 throw Accumulator Tank Refer to the plumbing diagram on page 34 The accumulator tank connects to a tee placed in the hose between the pre filter and the Clark Pump Mount in any position that allows access to the air valve Do not place the tee before the pre filter Connect one port to the tee using the fittings supplied and the 5 8
37. em that could cause the product flow to be inadvertently blocked High pressure damage could result to the UV filter and the product tubing Follow the mounting and service instructions that are supplied with the unit page 33 End block B Valve block End block A Composite cylinder and base Brine out Pressure relief valve Center block Feed in Stainless steel tube Cylinder ring End Cap Clark Pump Front View End block A Valve block End block B Socket for MPC 3000 stroke sensor Composite cylinder and base Alternate brine out i High pressure in Test port Center block High pressure out Stainless steel tube Cylinder ring Clark Pump Rear View End cap page 34 Sg osed O Membrane and Housing 3 1 2 __4 O 8 9cm 43 1 2 112 5cm Remote panel Clark Pump G S 5 SS 12 7cm 7 6cm 5 1 4 27 1 4 69 3cm 13 3cm 6 5 16 5cm with fittings Feed pump Pre filter Sea strainer ee se Accumulator tank 41 2 z 11 4cm r m cb a g re a A a qm ms o0 Spectr a 10 4cm 10 4cm Components Dimensions 12 6cm g osed fe
38. etness indicates a leak that should be fixed Rinse the Clark pump with fresh water periodically to remove any salts especially on the SS return tubes and fittings The only parts affected by salt water in the Clark pump are the return tubes and fittings Fresh water flushing and external rinsing will increase the tubes service life Feed pump s Periodically check for leaks cutout switch setting and tighten all 6 screws that hold the pump head together Electrical The main reason for poor system performance is excessive voltage drop in the wiring to the feed pump s Periodically check all the connections and check the voltage at the feed pump with the system running under pressure with a good digital volt meter There should be less than 1 2 volt difference between the power source and the feed pump Membrane Cleaning Procedures We do not recommend cleaning unless you are sure that it is indicated With a Spectra System cleaning is required when higher than normal pressures are encountered and the water page 21 production has fallen Always check the prefilters first For normal cleaning the SC 3 Acid Cleaning Compound is used first then the SC 2 Alkaline Cleaning Compound If known bio fouling is present the SC 2 may be used first Using hot water if possible 120 is highly recommended as it greatly enhances the ability of the cleaners to do their jobs If the history of the system is unknown or has been left unpickled
39. f valve partially open Leak in high pressure hoses or fittings Debris in feed pump check valves Internal leakage in the Clark Pump Cold sea water temperature Membrane starting to foul Pre filters starting to clog Warm sea water temperature Brackish water Seal failure inside membrane housing Membrane failure Reversing valve seal leaking Shaft seal leaking Pin seal leaking Check valve leaking Remedy A Service pre filters B Open brine service valve C Press reset button A Check voltage at motor then search back B Replace A Check system then open thru hull B Close relief valve C Open relief valve to purge air then close A Service pre filters B Use one pump 380c A Check battery and wiring B Tighten hand tight only C Tighten or replace fitting and or hose D Disassemble pump head and clean E See Clark Pump Repair Manual A Normal operation B Clean membrane C Service pre filters A Normal operation B Normal operation A Disassemble and check for bad seals B Replace membrane A See Clark Pump Repair Manual Troubleshooting Guide Auto Salinity Control System W Remote Panel Symptom No pump action no LED s activate Pump 1 2 LED s activate but no pumping action sed Reject LED stays on diversion valve g stays in reject mode A No power to control box B Disconnected remote control Wiring harness A Tripped breaker on cont
40. flow through the pump and mount to minimize hose lengths and bends Use the feed pump mounting hole template taped into place see page 47 to mark and drill for the fasteners Avoid mounting the pump on large unsupported panels to help reduce noise For quieter operation do not mount the pump with the rubber feet instead hang the pump by the hoses and secure the motor with large wire ties with a piece of foam underneath Do not mount the pump horizontally priming problems can occur If the pump has to be mounted in a hot area installing the optional cooling fan is recommended To install the optional fan slip the split plastic shroud over the cooling fins with the split on the mount side till the fan touches the end of the motor Make sure the pump wiring is clear Leave a minimum of 1 clearance above the cooling fan Dual Feed Pump System Spectra 380c Mount the two fan cooled pumps in the same manner as specified in the last paragraph Mounting the pumps close to each other allows for easier plumbing but is not necessary The pumps are plumbed in parallel using the 5 8 tees supplied Orient the tees so that if the feed to a pump is straight through the top if a tee that the discharge goes into the stem of the tee and turning a right angle The other pump will be opposite This helps balance the flow through the pumps Follow the Plumbing Diagram on page 38 for proper tee connections Component Placement cont page 28 Pre filter
41. for an extended length of time and biological growth is present it is recommended that the system is cleaned with the SC 2 using an alternate source of unchlorinated fresh water before the system is run under pressure A simple test can be performed to see if biological growth has occurred Before running the system remove the pre filters and examine their condition If the housings are full of discolored smelly water the system was not properly stored Install clean pre filters if they were bad Next check the membrane Attach the brine discharge service hose and lead to a container Open the pressure relief valve 1 turn and turn the brine discharge service valve to the Service position Manually run the system for 30 seconds Examine the brine water if it s discolored and smells bad perform a SC 2 cleaning with an alternate source of unchlorinated water before running the system pressurized If the brine is fairly clean the system can be purged run normally and checked for performance Clean the membranes only if performance is reduced Heating the water is preferable One way to do this is find a camp stove and use a large SS pot to heat the solution in The cleaning solution throughout the system will heat as it circulates in and out of the pot An alternative is to heat the one or two gallons of initial water in the cleaning container to 120 F on the main stove before mixing in the cleaner and circulating it into the system Periodic
42. g The flush time is factory set After installation check if the timing is correct Run the system normally then shut down Make sure the ships pressure water system is on then activate the flush system and watch the feed pressure at the monitor panel The feed pressure will drop and stabilize The system should continue run for 30 to 90 seconds after the feed pressure stabilizes then turn itself off To adjust open the power control module and adjust the flush trim pot that is wired to the timer Turn clockwise to increase flush duration counter clockwise to decrease Service Valve Panel Mount the service valves in the panel as shown in the directions that come with the panel The panel is designed to mount hanging from the overhead along a wall or sticking up from a horizontal surface After placement label the valves with the stick on labels provided Use this option to place the service valves and the manual flush valve in a convenient location Any extra hose runs are worth the effort to have the service valves easily accessible Component Placement cont page 32 Ultraviolet Sterilization Filter The UV filter is plumbed in the product tube going to the water tank typically after the service and diversion valves but can go anywhere between the membrane and the water tank The unit is designed for the Spectra s product flow only Do not place it in the vessel s domestic water system Do not install a valve in the product syst
43. he watermaker and the tank for double protection of the product water purity Basic Cruise Kit optional The kit includes six 5 micron filters and the SC 1 storage and scale cleaning compound pickling for 4 6 storage procedures Offshore Kit optional The kit includes all the seals valve sleeves tools and rebuild instructions for the Clark Pump and the SC 2 alkaline membrane cleaning chemical compound Cooling Fan Kit optional The kit includes a low watt DC muffin fan mounted on a plastic shroud that slips over the cooling fins of the feed pump and instructions Spares Accessories and Supplies Spare feed pump Cooling clip for feed pump SC 1 membrane cleaning and storage compound SC 2 alkaline membrane cleaning compound 5 micron pre filters 20 micron pre filters Charcoal flush filters UV light bulbs page 14 Operating Procedures New System Start Up Caution Avoid running the system if the vessel is in contaminated water as in a harbor or canal membrane damage and pre filter clogging may result Move the vessel to cleaner water If the boat cannot be moved and a manual fresh water flush system is installed run the system with the flush valve on flush and the pressure relief valve open for 30 minutes Close the pressure relief valve and continue flushing for another 30 minutes with the product water diverted With an auto flush flush the system 10 times with the pressure relief valve open and 10 times
44. inder behind the piston creating a closed loop The rod displaces water as it enters the cylinder raising the pressure enough for reverse osmosis to occur in the membrane thus fresh water equal to the volume of the rod is produced on every stroke The driving cylinder has feed pressure pushing on the top of the piston which has ten times the surface area than the end of the rod under it The water under the piston brine is discharged overboard This gives the piston a 10 to 1 advantage over the rod allowing it to drive the rod into the pressurizing cylinder When the piston bottoms out on the center block it actuates the pilot valve and the process is instantly reversed High efficiency is achieved because there is no back stroke allowing one cylinder to always be under pressure The speed of this process is determined by the water flow from the feed pump The pump has a nearly constant flow rate at a given voltage so the production of fresh water is nearly constant only the pressures change with changes in sea water temperature and salinity see Membrane section A pressure relief valve and a reset button are incorporated in the Clark Pump to depressurize the system for priming and service and resetting the reversing valve if the Clark Pump is stopped with the control valves at dead center Refer to the Clark Pump diagram on page 34 Spectra 200c Feed Pump The feed pump is the sole driving force in the system It is a self priming conti
45. ir bubble is normal The vertical flow meter indicates product water flow in gallons per minute The flow is read at the widest part of the indicator ball Feed pressure is taken before the pre filter so a rise in feed pressure can indicate a clogged pre filter Hand held salinity monitor The hand held salinity monitor is used to test the product water Readout is in parts per million ppm The monitor must be calibrated periodically Calibration solution is supplied Installation Kit The installation kit includes 50 feet of 5 8 reinforced non toxic feed and discharge hoses 10 feet of 1 2 high pressure tubing 25 feet of 1 4 plastic product water tubing special 3 way service valves for service procedures and all of the required tube fittings hose fittings hose clamps and standard mounting brackets The 3 Way Service Valves note The common port is opposite the handle shaft The service valves are installed on the feed brine discharge and product lines to provide easy access for proper maintenance The service hoses should be able to lead to the five gallon cleaning container IMPORTANT The intake and discharge service valves will close off all the ports if the lever is moved to the middle position i e half way between the run and service positions The smaller product service valve cannot close the ports when the lever is moved half way This precludes the possibility of blocking the product flow and causing an over
46. le off and on The easiest way to service the filter is to first shut off the thru hull open the housing discard the old filter remove the O ring to prevent loss and clean the housing Reinstall the O ring and reassemble the pre filter with a new 5 micron filter element in a single filter system and 20 and 5 micron elements in a duel filter system Leave dry until the next start up Used pleated elements can be carefully cleaned if they are not too compacted Do not use full pressure from a garden hose or scrub with a hard brush on the pleats Gently spray the outside with water and then plug one end with your hand filling from the other end to flush from the inside Be careful to not distort the pleats Another way is to tow them behind the boat until clean 4 knots maximum Slip a line through the filter and tie a stopper knot Elements that show any signs of deterioration should be replaced Check for leaks on the first run after a filter service 20 micron filters can be cleaned more often than the 5 micron as they are not as critical The Membrane The membrane needs to be cleaned only when it has lost up to 10 of its capacity due to fouling This can be observed through a 10 rise in power consumption in normal conditions Excessive discoloration of the storage solution indicates a need for cleaning The leading cause of fouling is from biological growth that occurs when the system is left unused without flushing or pickling Fouling from mine
47. letely loose is best The product water tube can be connected to either end of the membrane Plug the unused 1 8 pipe product port Do not mount the membrane in an area that is subject to sustained temperatures over 120 deg F Brine Discharge Service Valve Mount the brine discharge service valve between the Clark Pump and discharge thru hull within reach of the other service valves if possible Use the U clamps provided The service hose should easily reach the cleaning container The lever will move 180 Moving the lever to the center position half way between the run and service positions will close all the ports The lever can be removed and repositioned if necessary as long as it will still have its 180 throw Spectra Monitor Panel Mount the panel vertically in an easily visible area that can be reached by the feed pressure and product water tubing Use the Spectra Panel cut out template page 48 taped into position to mark and drill for the fasteners and cut out Since keeping tabs on the system is vital for longevity mount the panel where you will see it often Make sure there is room behind the panel for the tube connections If the mounting area is finished wood tape the outside perimeter of the cutout and use a reverse tooth saw blade to prevent splintering Refer to the drawings on pages 37 and 45 The product water tube from the membrane is connected to the bottom of the flow meter The top port is connected to th
48. linity probe to test the the automatic system 2 If air is in the system and the feed pump has lost it s prime open the pressure relief valve to allow the air to purge from the system The feed pump cannot prime if it s output is under pressure Remember to prime the Spectra 380c s pumps separately 3 After starting and pressurizing the unit check for leaks and wait for it to stabilize then check for proper readings see Specifications pages 8 amp 9 Air in the system will cause erratic shifts and readings until it is purged out of the system This may take up to 10 minutes page 16 Operating Procedures cont Pickled System Start Up CAUTION Open the pressure relief valve before starting If the system has biocide in it also known as pickling or storage solution open the pressure relief valve 1 2 turn and run the system unpressurized for 30 minutes to purge the biocide Direct the product line to a bucket or into the bilge by switching the product service valve to the service position Close the pressure relief valve to pressurize the system Manually reject the product water Do not rely on the salinity control system at this point Run for another 30 minutes then test the water by using the hand held salinity probe even if the automatic salinity control system is installed If the water is OK switch the service valve back to the run position Pressurizing the system with biocide in it will clog the membrane The system
49. ll give better protection for normal operation mounting it after the service valve will allow it to be flushed and pickled with the rest of the system Note the direction of flow on the housing and mount to minimize hose lengths and bends Intake Service Valve Note The intake common port is opposite the handle shaft Install the 1 2 intake service valve between the strainer and the feed pump Use the U clamps provided It is ideal to have the intake discharge and product service valves accessible from a single position The extra hose runs that may be needed are worth it The hose attached to the service port should reach a cleaning container that is positioned in a stable area that can handle water spillage The lever will move 180 Moving the lever to the center position half way between the run and service positions will close all the ports The lever can be removed and repositioned if necessary as long as it will still have its 180 throw Feed Pump Note Cooling fins can snap or slide off the motor for mounting access Pull or slide off the cooling fins and mount the feed pump in a vertical position pump head down in a dry area and as far below the water line as practical to provide positive feed pressure Snap the cooling fins back on after fastening Do not mount over water sensitive equipment The pump is self priming and can be mounted up to 4 feet above the water line but keep it as low as possible Note the direction of
50. llowing procedures assume a warm environment such as in the tropics In colder conditions the day count could be safely doubled Normal Shutdown Ideal operation is to run system to fill the tanks then fresh water flush Leaving the system with salt water in it is acceptable if the system is run again within one day in moderate temperatures or half a day in hot temperatures Leaving salt water in the system can invite biological membrane fouling For standard systems make 5 gallons of water allowing it to flow into the service container using the product service valve Do not use tap water or chlorinated water If making its own water is not an option using the ships tank water is OK if there is only product water in it Distilled or charcoal filtered chlorinated tank water is also acceptable Open the pressure relief valve one half turn Draw the fresh water through the system using the intake service valve Service the pre filter s and strainer leave them empty and dry if possible If a manual fresh water flush system is installed switch the flush service valve to the service position while the system is running and pressurized Watch for the feed pressure to fall and stabilize wait 1 minute more and then shut down the system Return the flush service valve to the run position Service the pre filter s and strainer If an automatic flush system is installed stop the system make sure that the ships pressure water system is on and then star
51. mbrane and lets the product fresh water escape from the center catch tube Threaded ports are provided for hose connections in the end caps of the pressure housing In the Spectra 200c approximately 85 gph of high pressure salt water flows across the membrane as 8 5 gph of fresh water is forced through the membrane and lead by a capillary layer to the catch tube The excess salt water flowing out of the membrane is approximately 1 10th saltier and is called brine No salts are collected in the membrane Membrane function is affected by sea water temperature and salinity The warmer or less salty the water the easier it is for the fresh water to pass through the membrane This means that since the water production of the Spectra systems are nearly constant warmer water lowers the operating pressures The membrane is carefully sized to handle typical sea water temperatures and salinity keeping the pressures within limits The R O membrane theoretically will not let microbes or viruses through with the product water This cannot be guaranteed however because of the possibility of microscopic flaws in the membrane or the brine seals in the pressure housing that could let these contaminates pass through This is the reason that it is recommended that water made in a possibly contaminated environment should not be directed into the tank An optional ultra violet sterilizer is available for additional protection The Sea Water Strainer The str
52. minals to the size of the fasteners Crimp the connectors with a crimper designed for insulated connectors using both hands as hard as you can for the main crimp and a little easier for the insulation crimp Pull on the connector to test the strength of the crimp you should not be able to pull it off If butt connectors are used to connect 10 gauge wire to 14 gauge wire strip twice the amount of insulation from the small wire then fold the bare wire back on itself before inserting into the connector Solder and heat shrink all connections where possible Remember to slip the heat shrink onto the wires before connecting If the optional cooling fan is used or in the Spectra 380c insert the fan wires in the connectors along with the pump wires positive with positive negative with negative An optional UV filter is typically powered by it s own switched 5 amp circuit so it can be used only when desired but can be wired directly with one of the feed pumps If wired direct to a feed pump it will only be operational when that pump is running Use 16 gauge wire Follow the pattern of the original factory wiring when adding a new circuit When adding a new wire to an existing wire bundle remove all the old tie wraps where possible run the new wire then tie at even intervals This will result in a clean and original look LIMITED WARRANTY page 49 QS osed Spectra 200c amp 380c Standard Wiring Diagram Main Electri
53. mote monitor panel Rear view H 4 o C Si Pressure Gauge N as 5 Product service Flow meter p valve H 5 I 5 8 hose Vent ain H S Plug Accumulator tank Z jl tf Discharge service valve 1 4 Black tubing Q Sea strainer Z WTS Brine discharge 5 8 hose AE Ka NKWVYYLX Feed pump pS N To pressure gauge 12 Pre filter f gE osed RFA Product out i H z Membrane and housing Brine outlet High pressure inlet X A 1 2 H P tube to top H P inlet SS SH eS 1 2 H P tube from bottom H P outlet gt WKS
54. nel make sure the panel has at least 8 gauge wire for panel positive feed and ground Check all connections for tightness including the ground buss Refer to the wiring diagrams on pages 50 51 amp 52 If the panel is inadequate or too far away a direct connection to a battery is advisable An in line fuse 15 amp slow blow next to the battery and a switch 15 amp minimum rating will be necessary for each pump on standard 200c and 380c models If the system has the Power Control Module Remote Control Panel option a 25 amp fuse is required For 24 VDC systems use 7 amp breakers for the feed pump wiring and a 15 amp breaker for the Power Control Module For standard 12 VDC systems with individual pump wiring use a 15 amp breaker and 10 gauge up to 10 feet and 8 gauge up to 25 feet A terminal strip mounted next to the feed pump can help connect the large wire to the 14 gauge wire from the pump For 24 VDC systems use a 7 amp breaker and use 12 gauge to 10 feet and 10 gauge to 25 feet For systems with a Power Control Module use a 25 amp breaker and 8 gauge to 10 feet and 6 gauge to 25 feet from the power source to the module and follow the individual pump wiring directions in the last paragraph for the feed pump wiring from the Power Control Module For 24 VDC systems use a 15 amp breaker and use 10 gauge up to 10 feet and 8 up to 25 feet Use marine grade insulated double crimp connectors that match the wire gauge Size ring ter
55. nitor panel but can be mounted anywhere that s dry and convenient Use the cut out template on page 48 The dotted lines show where the sides of the panel will be If the mounting area is finished wood tape the outside perimeter of the cutout and use a reverse tooth saw blade to prevent splintering Run the multi conductor cable through the panel cut out to the power control module Connect the wires to the terminal strips on the power control module matching colors The cable may be shortened if desired If access to the back of the panel is limited leave a loop cable behind the panel for service access Fold the extra cable back through the cut out and secure the panel with 4 screws Component Placement cont page 31 Automatic Salinity Control Sensor and Diversion Valve optional Follow the Salinity Control Plumbing diagram page 36 The sensors assembly and the diversion valve are usually mounted together as illustrated They can be mounted separately but the sensor must be up stream of the diversion valve The sensor assembly must be mounted with the sensor on the bottom so any trapped air will not affect the system Mount the sensor and valve between the product service valve and the water tank Plumb the reject port on the diversion valve to the small check valve and then to a tee in the brine discharge line between the brine discharge service valve and the brine thru hull Do not have a shut off valve in the brine discharge line down
56. nuos duty multi diaphragm water pump similar to the pumps used for domestic pressure water systems The pump has a flow rate of 1 6 gpm Feed pressure averages 65 psi drawing 8 amps 12 5 vdc The feed pressure cut out switch is factory set at 125 psi Spectra 380c Dual Feed Pump System The system is simply two identical self priming multi diaphragm fan cooled feed pumps with that are plumbed in parallel They are individually wired to separate circuits to allow single or duplex operation In dual pump mode the feed flow rate is 2 6 gpm Feed pressure averages 95 psi drawing less than 20 amps per hour 12 5 vdc In single pump mode the performance is the same as the Spectra 200c It is very important that the cooling fans be operational when both pumps are running Each pump is drawing almost 10 amps which will generate too much heat for the cooling fins to dissipate adequately The feed pressure cut out switches are are factory set at 125 psi page 10 Component Description cont The Reverse Osmosis Membrane The R O membrane is where the magic happens A semi permeable membrane deposited over a capillary layer is attached and wrapped with a separating layer around a center catch tube then encased in fiberglass The ends of the windings are open allowing the salt water to freely pass from end to end This membrane element is enclosed in a high pressure housing that directs the pressurized salt water to flow through the me
57. oduce more water because of the higher voltage see Performance Specifications Run both of the 380c s feed pumps high output mode during a charge cycle and use one pump efficiency mode when running direct from the batteries System readings should be periodically checked and compared to the start up log readings and performance specifications Look for asymmetrical readings and listen for any change in the sound of the system that may indicate potential problems If the system has the automatic salinity control manually diverting the product water at start up is unnecessary but periodically test the water manually to see if the automatic system is working properly If too much air is introduced into the system when the system is running and pressurized the feed pump will cavitate and water flow will stop This will not damage the system Open the pressure relief valve to allow the feed pump to re prime Remember to re prime the Spectra 380c s feed pumps separately All reverse osmosis watermakers are affected by water temperature and salinity The Spectra operating pressures will rise with colder temperatures and or higher salinity and fall with warmer temperatures and or lower salinity but the product flow is effected very little page 17 Shutdown Procedures Biological growth in the membrane when it s not in use is the leading cause of membrane fouling A warm environment will cause faster growth than a cold environment The fo
58. ould have 3 4 wraps of Teflon tape and be threaded almost all the way in Be very careful to avoid getting any tape over the end of the fitting that might get into the system To insure this does not happen leave the very first thread uncoated General Plumbing page 25 Follow the Plumbing Diagrams on pages 37 or 38 for hose and tube connections All feed and discharge hoses are made of 5 8 reinforced nylon The high pressure tubing is 1 2 OD connected with 1 2 tube to pipe 316 SS compression fittings The 90 degree high pressure SS tube fittings mounted in the high pressure in and out on the Clark Pump can be rotated up to 1 2 turn for better tube runs Straight SS tube fittings can also be used The product water lines are 1 4 black plastic tubing with plastic connectors Feed water operating pressure up to 125 psi requires vigorous hose clamp tightening It is recommended to lubricate the clamp screw and use a nut driver for the final tightening Re tighten all hose clamps and check for leaks after the first few hours of running Where hose runs are through areas that could get hotter than normal cabin temperatures use hose that is rated for the temperature expected If you use feed hose or product tubing that is not supplied by Spectra Watermakers it is mandatory to use products with a minimum burst pressure of 250 psi If other types of pre filter housings are used they must be rated to at least 125 psi maximum working pressure
59. performance If any questions arise please call us for help immediately This is a unique product so be careful of experts as they most likely will not have gone through the same learning curve as we have during the development of the Spectra systems If someone else is installing the watermaker for you review all aspects of the system with them before the drilling and cutting begins This will help avoid making mistakes From experience there is a very good chance that a Professional installer will not have completely read the instructions If you have any doubts please call us We will be happy to help tailor the system to your particular needs As with any sophisticated device there may be bugs or minor problems Please call us for consultation or advice before attempting to repair a new system It is very important that the system is completely run tested before accepting the installation See New system start up in this manual Use it or lose it really does apply to watermakers but we prefer use it or pickle it All watermakers will suffer damage if they are run and left without storage treatment or pickling We have found that if the pickling and cleaning processes are made easy there is a higher probability of it happening This is why we have included the 3 way service valves in the Installation Kit Even though the system can work without them they are necessary for the proper servicing of your system In con
60. pressure condition that could burst the tube Remote Control Panel optional The Spectra remote control panel is integrated with the Spectra power control module salinity control system and the optional automatic flush system The panel has switches for one or two feed pumps a switch to start a flush cycle and lights that indicate when a feed pump is on the flush cycle is in progress product water is being rejected and when good product water and going to the tanks The remote panel is wired to the power control module Power Control Module optional The Spectra power control module is a plastic enclosure that has all of the power relays and electronics for the feed pumps and the salinity control system It also can incorporate the timer for the automatic flush system The module is connected to the ships power from a single breaker that is rated for all the system loads The feed pumps or pumps salinity and flush solenoid valves salinity probe and the remote paned are all wired to the power control module page 12 Component Description cont Salinity Control System optional The salinity control is integrated with the remote control system The system includes the Spectra power control module a salinity probe that is mounted in a plastic pipe tee an electric three way solenoid valve fittings and the Spectra remote control panel The probe and diversion valve are plumbed into the product line The salinity control continuously
61. ral scaling can happen under certain sea water conditions and from rust Higher than normal pressures and amp draw for the sea water temperature and salinity conditions are the main indicators of membrane fouling Other conditions can cause high pressure such as in very cold water Low product flow is usually due to low voltage or a clogged pre filter Look for all other causes before cleaning the membrane There are two types of cleaners acid and alkaline The acid cleaner SC 1 will remove mineral scaling and kill live microbes and is also used for storage The alkaline SC 2 cleaner is used to remove biological byproducts oil and dirt particles that get past the pre filters If membrane performance is reduced and has not been pickled recently cleaning with both chemicals is recommended The acid cleaner should be used first The acid cleaner is also used as the storage solution so scale is automatically reduced when the system is pickled If biological growth is suspected the alkaline cleaner can be used on the next start up after the unit has been pickled If the membrane fails to respond to both cleanings this is an indication of another problem with the system or that it is time to replace the membrane Call Spectra Watermakers before removing a membrane Maintenance cont Hand held Salinity Monitor page 20 Periodically recalibrate the hand held salinity monitor Make sure the batteries are good and use the calibrating
62. relation to how they mount will minimize hose lengths and turns Thru hulls It is recommended that a designated 3 4 intake thru hull and seacock be installed for the system as far below the water line as possible Sharing a thru hull with another system is acceptable but can introduce unforeseen problems such as intermittent flow restriction air bubbles and contaminates If the system is sharing an intake thru hull the intake service valve can be used to shut off water to the system Do not install the intake close to or down stream of a head discharge Install as far below the water line and as close to center line as possible to avoid contamination and air induction We recommend that a reputable boatyard install any underwater thru hulls The discharge thru hull should be mounted above the waterline in or just above the boot stripe to minimize water lift Having the discharge feed into a cockpit or sink drain will work but can make an unpleasant gurgle sound Double clamp all hose connections below the water line if possible Fittings Metal pipe fittings that are to thread into plastic should be coated with 3 4 wraps of Teflon tape To avoid cracking the plastic tighten until only 1 2 of the threads are buried This may not seem tight but they will not and should not bottom out like a metal to metal connection Metal to metal pipe connections should have 1 1 2 to 2 Teflon wraps only Plastic to plastic pipe connections sh
63. rol box or defective K1 K2 relay B Loose broken wire between control box and pumps A Tripped breaker on control box or defective K3 relay B Salinity sensor control out of calibration REV 7 00 A Check supply circuit breaker fuse wiring B Check 10 pin remote panel plug for damage or corrosion Also check remote panel connections at 10 pin terminal strip inside control box and at rear of control panel A Reset breaker or try switching K3 relay into K1 K2 position If pumps then operate replace defective relay s B Check for voltage at each feed pump Should be within 1 2 volt of the input voltage at control box A Replace fuse or try switching K1 relay into K3 position If diversion valve then operates replace defective relay B Run system in normal mode for at least 15 min check product water salinity with a recently calibrated hand held tester If PPM on hand held tester is over 800 PPM then control is OK call for assistance with testing the rest of the system See below to calibrate control Good amp Reject LED s do not light diversion valve stays in reject mode A Blown mini glass fuse on circuit board for salinity sensor control A Replace with 1 amp mini glass fuse or equivalent S osed Troubleshooting Guide Continued Symptom Cause Remedy Pump 1 Pump 2 LED s stay on A One or both pumps pressure A Refer to New system startup section
64. solution and instructions supplied Automatic Salinity Control Check the calibration of the automatic salinity control monitor every 6 months Compare it against the hand held monitor that has good batteries and been recently calibrated Recalibrate if there is a difference of more than 100 ppm See the calibration procedure section of this manual If the system will not calibrate properly remove and clean the salinity sensor Ultraviolet Sterilization Filter Periodically check the indicator light on the power supply while the UV filter is on If no light is visible check the power to the unit If power supply is OK replace the bulb The quartz sleeve needs to be periodically cleaned and the bulb replaced once a year Follow the instructions that come with the UV filter option Product Flow Meter The product flow meter may become dirty over time especially if the system is left with salt water in it regularly To clean remove the meter from the panel slide off the small clear cover on the top of the meter to expose a clear plastic plug Use a 1 4 Allen wrench to remove the plug being careful to not loose the indicator ball Remove the ball and clean the chamber with a pipe cleaner or equivalent and rinse thoroughly Clean the indicator ball and reassemble the meter Do not over tighten the plug An O ring makes the seal so just screw it in snug Clark Pump Some dry salts may appear around the seams of the pump and are normal Any w
65. t page 26 Product Water Tubing The product water lines are 1 4 plastic tubing Minimum tube bend radius is 3 Connection can be made to either end of the membrane housing Refer to the tube fitting assembly diagram on page 41 IMPORTANT The product water flow should not be restricted in any way If the line gets blocked the pressure will build until the line fails Restricting the flow will reduce efficiency and may cause damage to the membrane Adding manifolds to the product line that could inadvertently stop the flow is prohibited and will void the warranty If more that one tank has to be filled use more of the Spectra product service valves Do not substitute Connect to the water tank at or near the top The ideal spots are to tee into the tank fill hose or tap into the tank top or upper side Do not feed into the bottom of the tank or a tank feed manifold no matter how much you might want to Air can be pulled through the membrane and affect the domestic water system and pushing against head pressure will affect system performance Service Valves Carefully study the function of the service valves before committing to a plumbing plan It is easy to design a clean looking layout only to find out that it doesn t work The stem of the tee shape is the common port so the valve will always introduce a 90 degree turn in the line Try to mount the valves so that the run positions of the handles are the same such as all vertical or all
66. t covered Spectra Watermakers under no circumstances shall be liable for any consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with the failure of the product to perform as set forth herein This limited warranty is in lieu of any and all other expressed or implied warranties Spectra Watermakers reserves the right to make changes or improvements on its products without incurring the obligation to retrofit such changes or improvements on previously manufactured units If a possible warranty problem is detected please contact one of our service representatives before any disassembly for assistance and to receive a Return Authorization number if a component is to be returned for a warranty repair Proof of purchase return address and a Return Authorization number are required for all watranty repairs Ship to Spectra Watermakers A Division of Edinger Marine Service Inc 298 Harbor Drive Sausalito CA 94965 Phone 415 332 3780 Fax 415 332 8527 E mail spectra spectrawatermakers com page 57
67. t over tighten the plastic inserts may crush 1 4 SS Fender Washer 1 4 SS Fender Washer Plastic Insert Plastic Insert 1 Rubber M LT Rubber Gromme Plastic washers Aluminum brackets Bottom view Note Remove aluminum mounts before shipping the Clark Pump Clark Pump Mounting page 42 Spectra High Pressure Tube Fitting Assembly Carefully fit and measure the tubing before cutting with a sharp razor knife or hose cutter and remove any burrs Minimum tubing bend radius is 6 Route tubing away from excessive heat sources and secure from vibration and chafe Have at least one shallow bend in a tube assembly after it is installed Refer to figure 1 If a fitting has been dissembled reassemble as illustrated The notch on the ferrule must engage the inside of the nut properly for the nut to seat down fully Once the tube is inserted the ferrule and nut will naturally align Refer to figure 2 Insert tube fully into the fitting it should go in 0 9 Tighten the nut finger tight while moving the tube around to prevent binding One thread should be showing under the nut Secure the tube so it won t back out when tightening Refer to figure 3 Use 13 16 wrench to hold a straight body fitting or a 3 4 wrench for a 90 body and a 7 8 wrench for the nut Hold the body recheck the tube insertion then tighten the nut 1 2 3 turns 10 flats after a good finger tight Use th
68. t the flush cycle When the system turns itself off service the pre filter s and strainer if necessary Extended Shutdown two days one week If the system has been properly flushed it can be left without further treatment up to three days in warm temperatures and up to one week in moderate temperatures If there is any uncertainty that the system may be left for a longer period do a storage treatment Storage Shutdown or Pickling one week to one year The Spectra SC 1 Storage Compound is specially formulated to be used as a system preservative Sodium bisulfite or metabisulfite should not be used as a preservative in the Spectra systems Sodium bisulfite will attack materials used in the Spectra systems The SC 1 Storage Compound has to be mixed at I Spectra container to 3 gallons of fresh water to have the proper solution An average of two gallons of water is in the Spectra system This water has to be figured in the mixture For short term storage of less than one month 1 3 of a container can be used Note that the compound may not dissolve completely 1 For standard systems make 5 gallons of water into a clean container using the product service valve Do not use tap water or chlorinated water Distilled or charcoal filtered water is acceptable if making its own water is not an option With manual or auto flush see 2b orc Shutdown Procedures cont page 18 2 a Open the pressure relief valve one half turn to depress
69. tal water flow through the system has been minimized in order to extend the life of the pre filter and for energy efficiency but is within membrane manufacture s operating limits Pressures are self regulating eliminating the need for adjustments even when operating in brackish waters The feed pressure is limited to 125 psi maximum for the both models The self priming multi diaphragm feed pump is all that drives the system No additional boost pump is needed or even helpful The Spectra 380c s duplex pump system allows the choice of using one pump for the same efficiency as the Spectra 200c or both pumps for maximum production Each pump includes a small low watt cooling fan A 5 micron pre filter is provided for maximum system life no extra boost pump is needed to use this filter The system s noise level is exceptionally low and unobtrusive especially compared to other systems of similar capacity The feed pump has a smooth steady sound and almost no vibration and can be placed almost anywhere on board page 7 Spectra 200c Performance Specifications Sea water temperature 50 F 10 C Voltage Feed flow Feed pressure High pressure Amperage Product 12 5v 1 5 gpm 5 7 lpm 76 psi 5 2 bar 650 psi 44 2 bar 9 0 8 0 gph 30 0 Iph 13 8v 1 6 gpm 6 0 Ipm 82 psi 5 6 bar 685 psi 46 6 bar 9 6 9 5 gph 35 2 Iph 14 4v 1 7 gpm 6 4 Ipm 84 psi 5 7 bar 700 psi 47 6 bar 10 0 10 0 gph 37 8 Iph Sea water temperature 77
70. the high pressure hose connections If any are found turn off the system and repair them before continuing Run the system under pressure for at least one hour while rejecting the product water Compare the voltage feed pressure water temperature and amp draw to the specification table The feed pressure should not spike more than 5 to 10 lbs over normal when the Clark Pump shifts and should stay under 85 psi at all times for the Spectra 200c and under 100 psi for the Spectra 380c The feed pump s should never be allowed to cycle their high pressure cut out switch on and off during the shift The pump sound should remain almost steady If the pressure spikes are high and or the pump stops momentarily during the shift re check the accumulator pre charge and or check the high pressure cut out set point If the feed water is around 55 deg or colder and or is extra salty the 380c s feed pressure might go high enough to cycle one pump on and off even when all else is normal In those conditions only run one feed pump 8 After one hour use the hand held salinity meter to check the product water The salinity meter reads in parts per million ppm of total dissolved solids TDS Readings should be below 500 ppm Typical readings are 200 ppm 300 ppm If the water is good the product service valve can now be switched to the run position to direct the flow to the water tank If an optional automatic salinity control is installed watch the reject
71. ts are acceptable if they penetrate at least 1 into solid material Drill pilot holes for lags bolts Caution Tighten the fasteners until there is light pressure on the plastic inserts The plastic inserts will collapse if over tightened The 1 4 fender washer must be on top to prevent the mounting brackets from slipping out of the rubber mounts under adverse conditions Do not mount the Clark Pump in an area that is subject to sustained temperatures over 120 deg F Component Placement cont page 29 Membrane and Housing Assembly Mount the membrane and housing assembly as close to the Clark Pump as possible using the black plastic brackets and heavy duty black tie wraps provided The plastic tie wraps allow the membrane housing to expand and contract with pressure changes without damage The membrane housing is marked for water flow direction and can be mounted at an angle or vertical but the brine outlet end should be up to help purge air If the Inlet and Outlet labels are lost refer to the membrane housing assembly instructions to remove the membrane element and check for the brine lip seal on one end of the membrane The high pressure inlet and membrane brine seal go on the same end Route the high pressure tubing to and from the membrane housing as smoothly as possible Avoid clamping the tubes tightly to any surfaces for sound dampening Hanging the tubes away from a surface with wire ties so that they are neither tight nor comp
72. urize the system Flush the first 4 gallons through the system using the intake service valve Leave 1 gallon in the container Now mix 1 3 1 2 container of SC 1 into the 1 gallon that is left Do not let skin eyes or lungs have any contact with the storage chemical b If a manual flush system is installed a 2 gallon container may be used Perform a normal flush then divert the brine discharge into the container using the discharge service valve to get the 1 gallon of filtered fresh water needed Open the pressure relief valve and mix in 1 3 1 2 container of Spectra SC 1 c If the automatic flush is installed a 2 gallon container may be used Start the flush cycle When the system stops divert the brine discharge into the container and restart the flush cycle to get the 1 gallon needed Stop the system by the main power breaker or return the brine discharge service valve to the run position and let it stop automatically Open the pressure relief valve and mix in 1 3 1 2 container of Spectra SC 1 3 Direct the brine discharge into the container with the discharged service valve Run the system recirculating the solution for 10 minutes to completely mix the chemical and saturate the membrane Check the prime on both feed pumps on a 380c Light discoloration of the solution is acceptable After 10 minutes return the discharge service valve to the run position and empty the container 4 Close the intake thru hull and switch the intake service
73. using the other cleaner Always manually reject the product water for 30 minutes after cleaning page 23 Membrane Element Replacement Do not remove the membrane from the housing unless absolutely necessary Troubleshoot for all other causes of poor performance and try the recommend procedures first Caution membranes must be kept wet to prevent permanent damage Do not open the new membrane packaging until ready to install Disassembly Flush the system Disconnect the high pressure tubes cut the housing mount bands and move the membrane housing to a work area that can handle water spillage Clean off any deposits on the ends with a stiff brush and fresh water Note which end goes where so it can be reinstalled the same way later Inlet and outlet are marked on the housing The housing end caps are plastic and are held on by anodized aluminum retainer rings threaded to the pressure vessel Loosen the retainer rings by tapping with a hard plastic or wood punch and a mallet on the slot provided As the retainer rings unscrew twist and pull the black plastic end caps to follow the rings out This way they can be removed with the factory plumbing fittings in place as a ring end cap assembly Inspect the end caps and O rings for damage replace if necessary There are three O rings per end cap two are in the center bore of the end cap with a tiny vent hole to the outside between them Both of these O rings must be in place and the vent clear
74. valve back to the run position If the system shares an intake thru hull move the intake service valve lever midway between run and service positions This will close off both ports and isolate the watermaker 5 Remove and clean the sea water strainer screen and pre filter Reassemble dry 6 When returning the system to service after pickling check the intake thru hull and service valves then run wnpressurized for at least 30 minutes to purge the system Discard the product water for another 30 minutes after pressurizing 7 To winterize Flush 5 gallons of potable water system antifreeze straight through the system instead of using the normal SC 1 storage procedures The antifreeze will prevent biological growth as well as freeze protection page 19 Maintenance The Seawater Strainer The sea water strainer s stainless steel element should be inspected removed and cleaned as needed Be careful to ensure that the thru hull is closed before disassembly and the seal and element are in place on reassemble When the system is put into storage remove rinse and reassemble dry to impede corrosion Check frequently during operation The Micron Pre filter s Caution The final pre filter must be 5 micron Do not use any kind of charcoal elements as pre filters The pleated pre filter s will need the most attention Clogged filters will cause higher than normal feed pressure readings A very clogged filter will cause the feed pump s to cyc
75. will have to be cleaned with SC 2 to restore the membrane Unknown Condition Start Up CAUTION Do not start the system yet If the system has been left unpickled for an extended length of time or the history is unknown perform this simple test Before starting the system open the pre filter s and inspect its condition If the filter is black and smells bad it s an indicator that the system is fouled Install a new or cleaned pre filter then open the pressure relief valve and direct the brine discharge into a bucket Start the system and watch the brine that first comes out If the water is discolored and smells bad perform an alkaline cleaning on the system before pressurizing see cleaning instructions Pressurizing a system with a fouled membrane will compact the biological growth into the membrane and make it harder to clean If the water is only slightly discolored and smells OK perform a Pickled System Start Up Compare the system readings to the performance specifications and start up log to see if the system is performing properly Normal Operation For best performance and longevity especially in tropical climates run the system until the tanks are full then fresh water flush the system before shut down In moderate climates running the system for an hour twice a day without flushing is acceptable Always divert the product water at startup and test the quality after a few minutes Running the unit during charging cycles will pr
76. with the pressure relief valve closed This will flush the storage solution from the membrane using fresh water from the tank Add water to the ships tank if necessary The system can now be run using a clean source of sea water in the cleaning container or divert flush water to the container and mix with aquarium salt Use the intake brine and product service hoses to recirculate the salt water to and from the container Salt water must be used to fully test the system 1 Check battery voltage A nominal 12 8 vdc to 14 4 vdc should be indicated 2 Check that the accumulator tank is pre charged to 60 psi 3 Confirm that the intake thru hull is open and the strainer is clear 4 Have the intake and brine discharge service valves in the normal position and the product service valve in the service position Direct the product alternate tube to a container or into the bilge 5 Open the pressure relief valve 1 2 turn and start the system On standard systems the pump is started using the owner supplied breaker or switch For systems with the power control module the pumps are started from the remote control panel Listen for the feed pump to prime itself and the Clark Pump start to shift Check the brine discharge for water flow The Spectra 380c s two feed pumps must be primed separately Start one pump and run until there is good water flow Shut down the first pump and start the second pump After the second pump is primed the first pump c

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