LB 10000 Installation and User Manual
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1. SPECTRA WATERMAKERS LB 10 000 F With SP 20 Pearson Pump Technology Operating Instructions Spectra Watermakers Inc 20 Mariposa Road San Rafael CA 94901 Phone 415 526 2780 Fax 415 526 2787 E mail spectra spectrawatermakers com www spectrawatermakers com Dec 2011 Table of Contents Installation Instructions Getting Started Introduction Installation and Setup Plumbing and Controls Plumbing Schematic Electrical Connections Operation Initial Start up Normal Operation Fresh Water Flushing Care and Maintenance Maintenance Oil Changes Long Term Storage Winterizing Membranes Reference Wiring Diagram Specifications Pump Breakdown LFS SPECTRA wa WATERMAKERS 13 15 17 Getting Started Thank you for trusting Spectra Watermakers for your water purification needs The Spectra LB 10 000 comes equipped with the revolutionary Spectra Pearson Pump This 15 a unique high pressure pump with integrated energy recovery that allows users to purify up to 420 gallons of seawater per hour on as little as 3 Kilo Watts If properly installed and cared for your system will provide you with years of high quality potable fresh water Please take a moment to review this manual before operating the machine Parts List Spectra Pearson Pump High Pressure Assembly Electrical Control Box Pressure Gauge Panel Flow Gauge Panel 5 Micron Prefilter Housings Service Kit Installat2. Run the watermaker for at least 20 minutes with the pressure relief valve open to Purge the preservatives from the membranes After 20 minutes close the pressure relief knob Water will begin to flow out of the Product hose Discard this water for at least 20 minutes After 20 minutes test the water for salinity and taste When the salinity is good and the water tastes acceptable press the Stop button and restart the watermaker according to the Normal Operation Instructions or fresh water flush the system if the machine will not be used until later If the system is to remain flushed and no further operation is required return the Toggle Switch on the Control Box to the Emergency Disconnect position the LED should turn Red Disconnect power from the Control Box 14 Normal Operation Note Ifthe system contains preservative or antifreeze or if the condition of the membranes is unknown follow the Initial Startup purging instructions on the previous page Never operate the system with the belt guard removed Serious injury could occur Leg Starting Put the Flush Valve in the DOWN position so that the system 15 drawing from the raw water intake NOT the flush tank Divert the product water to the drain during initial startup Flush Valve in Run Position All valves in the product line must be open and unobstructed Product must be allowed to flow freely at all times Make sure there is power
3. from the factory with oil in the crankcase and a sticker blocking the vent hole Remove the sticker before operating the watermaker Confirm that the crankcase is roughly half full 01 before starting the watermaker Never operate the system with the belt guard removed Serious injury could occur When starting the machine for the first time route the product water to a drain so that the product can be discarded until it becomes potable Turn the flush valve handle to the Down position so the system is drawing from the raw wa ter intake NOT the flush tank Set up the feed water supply system and ensure that there is 20 psi and at least 20 gpm available at the Feed Water Inlet Ensure that there are 5 mi cron filters in the housings Flush Valve Handle Open the pressure relief knob on the Spectra Pearson Pump 1 full turn Pressure Relief Knob Well Pump Controller Toggle Switch If a Lorentz submersible well pump and controller are supplied turn the tog gle switch on the well pump controller to the On position Make sure that the Emergency Disconnect toggle switch is in the Emergency Disconnect position Apply power to the control box Emergency Dis connect Switch Turn the Toggle Switch on the control box to the Control Enable position the LED will turn green Press and hold the Prime button on the control panel and bleed the air out of the 5 micron filter housings by pressing the
4. spring loaded air purge buttons on the housing lids When the Boost Pres sure gauge reads at least 15 PSI AND all of the air is bled out of the filter housings release the Boost Pump Primer button Boost Pump Priming Button Once all the air is bled out of the intake line the well supply pump needs to be adjusted to allow adequate flow and pres sure to the system If using a Spectra supplied Lorentz sub mersible well pump follow the instructions below for proper setup and calibration 1 Remove the bottom bracket of the Lorentz pump control ler shown at right 2 Locate the pump RPM adjustment trim pot on the pump controller 3 Press and hold the Start button on the control box 4 Ifthe Boost Pressure gauge does not rise to at least 15 PSI then slowly increase the well pump RPM by turning the trim pot clockwise 5 Allow the system to stabilize for several minutes and ad just the well pump RPM to allow a minimum of 15 psi 1 Bar and a maximum of 20psi 1 4 Bar 6 Reinstall the bottom bracket on the pump controller Bottom Bracket Press and hold the Start button until the boost pressure sta bilizes at 15 20 PSI the Start switch is released before the boost pressure reaches 10 PSI on the boost pressure gauge the system will shut down as soon as the button is re leased Inspect for leaks and confirm that a steady stream of water is coming out the brine discharge hose
5. the antifreeze for 20 minutes Remove the brine discharge service hose and lead it to a drain Press the Flush button again The system will pump the antifreeze in the tank into the drain When the Flush Tank 1s suffi ciently drained the float switch will open and the system will shut down To drain the remaining chemical in the tank place a bucket under the Inlet Hose on the High Pressure Pump remove the fitting clip slide the fitting and hose assembly out of the pump Drain the remaining solution from the tank into the bucket Leave the pressure relief knob open The 5 micron prefilter can be removed and the filter hous ing left empty at this point USE THE MOST CONCENTRATED FORMULA PROPYLENE GLYCOL AVAIL ABLE 100 FORMULA OR HIGHER CONCENTRATION Be sure to replace the 5 micron filter before running the system again 21 The Membranes e Membranes need to be cleaned only when feed pressures have risen 10 or production has dropped 10 due to fouling or the product quality degrades Causes of fouling are Bio logical growth that occurs when the system is left unused without flushing or pickling and mineral scaling if the feed water contains carbonates sulfates silicates or other sparingly soluble salts Colloidal particles can also clog the membrane Monitor the product salinity and feed pressure for higher than normal readings for the conditions Look for all other causes before cleaning the membrane 1 e fee
6. 9119 1 LNO NI 2T19YN2 YSd dd 1 10 01 IH 101 ACL ACL 031 8 O N WOW O N Woy usnj Hels NFNO OK OO L686 Od eo AN 26 Specifications Electrical Input 240 volt systems 208 220 230 240 volts 50 60 Hz amps 48 volt systems 75 amps Power consumption will vary depending on feed water conditions and motor RPM Do Not Exceed Factory Recommended Max Min values Feed Water Supply Minimum Pressure 10 psi 7 bar Maximum Pressure 20 psi 1 4 bar Flow Rate 20gpm 76 L min Total Dissolved solids 045 000 mg L pH range 4 11 Continuous free chlorine 0 ppm Temperature 0 to 45 C Turbidity 1 NTU max Silt Density Index 1 max after pre filtration Product Rejection 99 5 Flow 6 5 7 2 gpm 24 5 27 25 lpm Lubricant O rings and seals Dow Corning Silicon Lubricant Giant Pump 5W 30 or equivalent synthetic motor 011 27 EE EE 2 ja ee a z ul D SS ____ SE S e v se ain e mamae e r 0 D PUD OSPF SOT ULMA KL waji Of SS 28
7. d water temperature and salinity pump speed hose restrictions membrane life can be shortened by unnecessary cleaning e There are two types of cleaners acid and alkaline The acid cleaner SC 3 will remove min eral scaling The alkaline cleaner SC 2 is used to remove biological by products oil and dirt particles that get past the prefilters The acid cleaner should be used first If the mem brane 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 Contact Spectra Watermakers before re moving a membrane Membrane Cleaning For normal cleaning the SC 3 Acid Cleaning Compound is used first then the SC 2 Alkaline Cleaning Compound if necessary If known bio fouling is present the SC 2 may be used first Using warm water if possible up to 120 F 50 C is recommended as it greatly enhances the ability of the cleaners to do their jobs Note Procedures are the same for the SC 2 and SC 3 cleaners Warning The pressure relief valve on the Spectra Pearson Pump must be open for this procedure or membrane damage may result Spectra Cleaning Compounds SC 2 or SC 3 must be mixed with unchlorinated fresh water at a ratio of 1 bag of compound to 10 gallons 45L of water to have the proper solution An LB 10 000 system will use I full bag of compound SC 2 and SC 3 are never mixed together Do not use them for storage pickling solution 22 Clean
8. dentally and that precautions are taken against any L motion due to inclement weather or seismic activity Product Manifold Install the supplied Product manifold on the left side of the membrane endcaps as per the photo at right Align the unions so that the product sampling tap is between the bottom and middle membranes Tighten the unions just past hand tight Sampling Tap Cables and Hoses Route all hoses and cables in the most direct route possible Do not allow hoses to kink or make excessive bends Do not install the hoses in a location where they can be inadver tently damaged by foot or automotive traffic Protect all cables and hoses against chafe Size all cables according to local regulations CAUTION Undersized or improperly terminated cabling can re sult in serious injury or death Always follow best industry prac tices when sizing terminating and routing cables and hoses Well Supply Pump Make sure that the well or supply pump 1s installed in accordance with local regulations and the manufacturers specifications If using the Spectra supplied Lorentz Submersible Well Pump then some boost pressure adjustment will be necessary at first startup See the Initial Startup instructions for details on the proper installation and calibration of the well pump Plumbing and Controls Product Water Outlet ar 9 Product Flow Meter Inlet Flow Meter 0 mes r
9. ent weekly for signs of wear or slipping There should be no more than a 1 2 of free play in the belt Replace immediately if the belt looks worn or damaged or if it has stretched beyond the adjust ing slot limitations 18 MAINTENANCE GEARCASE LUBE OIL Use only 5W 30 synthetic oil in Spectra Pearson Pump crankcase Do not overfill the crank case with oil Check oil condition and level frequently The Oil Filter and Pump assembly should be replaced every 4000 hours when cloudy or annually whichever comes first The Spectra Pearson Pump comes mounted on an oil lubricated rotating crankcase This sys tem is designed for easy maintenance with long intervals between required 01 changes Inspect the oil level and condition often The 011 11 the crankcase should be changed every 4 000 hours when the 011 appears milky or annually Check the oil level and condition daily before running the system Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Drain Plug CHANGING THE OIL 1 Place a container under the oil drain plug on crankcase of the Spectra Pearson Pump Mod ule that can hold up to 3 quarts of oil 2 Remove the 01 plug with a 3 4 wrench or socket Allow the ol to completely drain into the container 4 Using a small funnel fill the crankcase with oil until the level reaches the marked line on the dipstick 19 Long Term Storage If the machine will not be used for more than seven days it should be treated with pres
10. erne ZEIL H D a Membrane Pres Brine Discharge Feed Water Inlet Prefilter Condi tion Gauge Fresh Water Flush Valve In Flush position SPECTRA WATERMAKERS Plumbing and Controls Start Press and Hold the Control Enable AFTER POWER IS Start momentary switch SUPPLIED to the control box turn until boost pressure is the toggle switch to the Control En greater than 5psi on the able position After running always Boost Pressure Gauge return the toggle switch to the Emergency Disconnect position Stop Push but Flush Push the mo Control Enable switch must be in ton switch stops mentary Flush switch the Emergency Disconnect posi pump operation dur to activate the Flush tion prior to applying power to the ing a normal Run speed at the pump Control Box Status LED Amber indi cates power to the unit is on but the motor control is disengaged Green indi cates the motor control 15 engaged Emergency Disconnect Turn ing the toggle switch to the Emergency Disconnect posi tion will stop all pumps from operating regardless of opera tion mode After operation return the toggle switch to the Emergency Disconnect posi tion prior to removing power from the system Prime Press and Hold the Prime momentary switch to engage the supply well pump The pump will operate as long as the button is held i
11. ervative Spectra Watermakers Preservative SC 1 powdered preservative may be used 11 there is no dan ger of freezing Do not use other brands of preservative they will damage the equipment If there 1s danger of freezing Propylene Glycol potable water antifreeze should be used instead of Spectra Watermakers SC 1 The Pressure Relief Knob on the Spectra Pearson Pump must be open while circulating preservatives or cleaning compounds If SC 1 chemical is to be used You will need lea bag of SC 1 10 gal 38L of chlorine free water and the system must have already been thoroughly flushed The feed water supply must be shut off Mix the bag of Spectra Watermakers SC 1 chemical into a bucket of the unchlorinated water stir until well dissolved Attach the brine discharge service hose to the Brine Discharge Cam Lock fitting below the Product Flow Meter Place the other end of the brine discharge service hose into the top of the Flush Tank and pour in the storage chemical mixture Open the pressure relief valve on the Spectra Pearson Pump and turn the Flush Valve to the UP position so the system draws from the Flush Tank NOT the raw water supply Push the Flush button on the control panel The pump will start and the preservative will be gin to circulate Circulate the solution for about 20 minutes Turn the toggle switch to the Emergency Disconnect position Remove the brine hose from the bucket and put it in a drain Tu
12. every 5 7 days depending on climate that the machine is not in use Warmer climates should flush more frequently Turn off the feed water supply pump by pressing the Stop button on the control panel Turn the Flush Valve to the UP position so that the system will draw water from the flush tank NOT the raw water supply Press the Flush button on the Control Box The machine will start and water will flow from the brine hose The system will automatically shut down when the Flush Tank is empty and the float switch opens If the system is to remain flushed and no further operation is required return the Toggle Switch on the Control Box to the Emergency Disconnect position the LED should turn Red Disconnect power from the Control Box Float Switch Flush Valve in Fresh Water Flush position Emergency Shutdown In the event that the Flush Fresh Water Flush cycle must be stopped be Putton fore the flush tank has emptied fully turn the toggle switch to the Emergency Disconnect position Maintenance General Periodically inspect the entire system for leaks and chafe on the tubing and hoses Repair any leaks as soon as possible Check for corrosion around the fittings If any rust appears re move clean and reassemble the fitting Rust is a sign of crevice corrosion inside the fitting and must be dealt with promptly Some salt crystal formation around the Spectra Pearson Pump
13. increased by 10psi 0 7 bar the prefilters should be changed or if the Boost Pressure Gauge drops below 8 PSI 0 7 Bar If the boost pressure drops below 6 PSI 0 4 Bar at any time the system will automati cally shut down Change the filters and restart If the membrane pressure exceeds 950 PSI 65 5 Bar at any time the system will automatically shut down Clean the membranes to decrease membrane pressure Monitor the sound of the Spectra Pearson Pump Ifthe feed pump makes a heavy knocking very loud rattling noise or vibrates excessively it is cavitating or there is air in the feed water Excessive cavitation or air in the feed water inlet will permanently damage the pump Stopping Stop the machine at any time by pressing the red Stop button Fresh water flush the system according to the instructions on the next page If the system is to remain flushed and no fur ther operation is required return the Toggle Switch on the Control Box to the Emergency Disconnect position the LED should turn Red Disconnect power from the Control Box Stop Button Turn Control Enable switch off when sys tem is shut down If the Control Enable switch is left enabled the system will not operate when power is cy cled while the system is off 16 Fresh Water Flushing If the machine is to be turned off for more than 4 hours it should be flushed with unchlorinated fresh water This process should be repeated once
14. ing Procedure You will need 10 gal 38 L of chlorine free water and the system must have already been thor oughly flushed Mix the bag of Spectra Watermakers cleaning chemical into the water and stir until well dissolved Some chemical may remain out of solution in the bucket this is normal Open the Pressure Relief Valve on the Pearson Pump You will need 1 bag of the cleaning chemical to be used 10 gal 38L of chlorine free water and the system must have already been thoroughly flushed The feed water supply must be shut off Mix the bag of Spectra Watermakers cleaning chemical into a bucket of the unchlorinated wa ter stir until well dissolved Attach the brine discharge service hose to the Brine Discharge Cam Lock fitting below the Product Flow Meter Place the other end of the brine discharge service hose into the top of the Flush Tank and pour in the storage chemical mixture Turn the Flush Valve to the UP position so the system draws from the Flush Tank NOT the raw water supply Push the Flush button on the control panel The pump will start and the preservative will be gin to circulate Circulate the solution for about 30 minutes Turn the toggle switch to the Emergency Disconnect position Remove the brine hose from the Flush Tank and put it in a drain Turn on the Flush switch again The machine will pump the remaining solution to the drain When the Flush Tank is sufficiently drained the fl
15. ion Users Manual Product Water Manifold LKQ The product water manifold is removed from the membrane array during shipment to protect against damage In must be installed prior to use See installation and setup instructions for more detail Please inspect the contents of your shipment to ensure that all parts have been included Any missing or damaged parts not reported to the factory with 1 business day of taking delivery will be considered lost and replacements will be supplied at list price SPECTRA wa WATERMAKERS Introduction to your System The Spectra LB 10 000 watermaker 16 designed to be installed on level ground in a building or pump house Feed water must be supplied from a well or cistern capable of supplying Up to 20 gpm 76lpm at 20psi 1 5 Bar maximum pressure Feed water should be pre filtered to a minimum 50 microns before going through the Spectra supplied 5 micron filters The machine separates the feed stream into two streams a product stream and a brine stream The brine con tains the dissolved solids removed from the product water Brine flow may be as high as 13 gpm 50L min depending on the running speed of the Spectra Pearson Pump The brine may be returned to the ground via an injection well discarded into a storm drain or disposed of in another manner as required by local authorities Consult your dealer the factory or local gov ernment agency for m
16. mating surfaces is normal Wash down any salt encrusted areas with a damp cloth Keep the watermaker clean dry and salt free The Spectra Pearson Pump should have the plunger seals replaced annually every 2 500 hours of operation or when leaks are present whichever comes first The 5 Micron Filter A clogged 5 Micron filter will cause the controls to shut down the watermaker Avoid letting the 5 micron filter get so dirty the unit shuts down automatically After a filter change it may be necessary to expel the air from the feed line using the purge but tons located on top of the 5 micron filter lids When the system is put into storage remove rinse and re install the 5 micron filters dry to im pede corrosion and fouling Check frequently during operation The 5 micron filter must be properly maintained to protect the Spectra Pearson Pump Use only Spectra approved filters Use silicone grease on the o ring to ensure a proper seal between the filter bowl and lid Do not use a petroleum based product such as petroleum jelly or mineral oil as it will perma nently damage the filter housing bowl The Crankcase Change the crankcase oil every 4000 hours or if it begins to darken in color or become milky Use high quality synthetic motor oil SAE 5W 30 or equivalent is recommended in most cli mates Belt Tension The belt alignment and tension have been pre set at the factory prior to shipping Check both tension and alignm
17. n Use this button to purge air from the sup ply line to the system prior to operating If the well pump is wired to the factory supplied Boost Pump Run Signal cables the supply pump should not run during this operation If the well supply pump operates during the Fresh Water Flush sequence consult the installation wiring or local dealer to resolve the issue 10 Plumbing Schematic SUPPLY PUMP i i i OPTIONAL MEDIA FILTER i f PRODUCT FLOW METER PRODUCT OUT TO TANK IF SPECTRA WATERMAKERS 11 Electrical Connections DC Systems Connect the main DC Power leads from the DC Bus to the studs located on the outside of the control box shown at left All other wiring connections are made at the factory at the time of assembly Periodically check cable connections for tightness and excess heat Tighten any loose connections Ex cess heat is a sign of high current and or corrosion Address any hot electrical connections immediately 48 VDC 48 VDC Size DC Wires according to relevant standards If a local regulatory source is not avail able then the chart below may be used to estimate cable diameter Ifin doubt always use the next size larger cable Wire sizes are estimated based on the total round trip length of the wire From the power source to the load and back again 12 Initial Startup Purging Note The crankcase in this unit shipped
18. oat switch will open and the system will shut down automatically To drain the remaining chemical in the tank place a bucket under the Inlet Hose on the High Pressure Pump remove the fitting clip slide the fitting and hose assembly out of the pump Drain the remaining solution from the tank into the bucket Leave the pressure relief knob open The watermaker can now be stored for up to six months If the machine has not been used for six months the preservative procedure should be repeated 23 Symptom Pump Knocks Loudly Belt Skipping Teeth on Gear End Permeate Flow Decreasing Recovery Ratio Increasing TROUBLESHOOTING Cause Incorrect Boost Pressure Inadequate Feed Water Supply Belt Too Loose Motor Turning Wrong Direc tion Permeate Flow Meter Not Calibrated Worn High Pressure Seals Worn Damper Piston Seal Worn Piston Seals High Membrane Pressure Worn Pistons Permeate Flow Meter Not Calibrated Resolution Increase or Decrease boost pressure as appropriate Check Pre filtration for block ages Check Supply Pump for proper operation and adequate flow through pre filtration system Tighten Belt Run motor 11 reverse direction by swapping T1 and 12 on VFD Output terminals AC Systems Only Calibrate permeate flow meter Replace seals Replace Damper Piston and Seal Replace Pistons and Seals Check membrane pressure against nominal system pa rameters Replace Piston
19. ore information about the best brine system for your application LB 10 000 Frame Constructed of stainless steel the overall frame contains all the equipment necessary to operate the desali nator The frame must be mounted upright on level ground Positively fix the frame to a sub floor or concrete base to keep the unit from tipping during service maintenance or any inclement weather or seismic activity 20 Prefilter Housing Contains the 5 micron feed water prefilter and housing They are preinstalled inside the frame The filter hous ing lids have a black spring loaded purge button to allow air to be bled off during startup Do not leave any electrical device below the filters during operation or service as some water will be spilled when changing the 5 micron filter Spectra Pearson Pump High Pressure Assembly This includes the Spectra Pearson Pump Membranes Motor and Belt drive system It 1s coupled to 3ea 8 x 40 seawater membranes All high pressure fittings between the membranes and the pump come pre 9 assembled and connected The fittings are 1 JIC 37 deg flare fittings This equipment is factory installed and should not be removed except by a qualified agent Consult your nearest distributor if you need to order longer lengths of high pressure hose for special installations ABR SPECTRA WATERMAKERS Control Panel The LB 10 000 control panel has a series of analog gauge
20. rn on the Flush switch again The machine will pump the remaining solution to the drain When the Flush Tank is sufficiently drained the float switch will open and the system will shut down To drain the remaining chemical in the tank place a bucket under the Inlet Hose on the High Pressure Pump remove the fitting clip slide the fitting and hose assembly out of the pump Drain the remaining solution from the tank into the bucket Leave the pressure relief knob open The watermaker can now be stored for up to six months If the machine has not been used for six months the preservative procedure should be repeated _ Note Color of dot may vary Consult product label to ensure proper chemical is being used 20 Storing with Antifreeze Winterizing You will need approximately 16 US gal 60L of Propylene Glycol potable water antifreeze The system must have been fresh water flushed thoroughly Open the Pressure Relief Knob on the Pearson Pump Attach the brine discharge service hose to the Brine Discharge Cam Lock fitting below the Product Flow Meter Place the other end of the brine discharge service hose into the top of the Flush Tank and pour in the propylene glycol Turn the Flush Valve so that it is in the Fresh Water Flush position and drawing water from the Flush Tank NOT from the raw water supply Press the Flush button on the control panel Water will begin to flow out of the brine hose Circulate
21. s and seals Calibrate permeate flow meter 24 Symptom High Power Consumption Decreased Energy Efficiency Pump won t Run when Start button 1s pressed Pump won t stay running when Start switch is released Pump Won t Run Cause High Membrane Pressure Low Boost Pressure Motor Problems Gear End Problems No Power to Control Box Drive Motor Fault Bad Switch Broken Wire Insufficient Boost Pressure Clogged Pre Filters Bad Relay or Pressure Switch Motor Problem VED Problem TROUBLESHOOTING Resolution Check membrane pressure against nominal system pa rameters Check Supply Pump for proper operation and adequate flow through pre filtration system Test motor with a megoh meter replace if necessary Change ol Replace Gear End Check All Breakers and Con firm Voltage at Control Box Disconnect Power to Control Box Set Toggle Switch to Emergency Disconnect and Re Apply Power Replace Switch and Re terminate wires Adjust Well Supply Pump Pressure Address Any Pres sure Drop in Intake Line Replace 5 Micron Filters Replace Component As Nec essary Check Motor Drive for error codes Check all wiring Check all wiring Check VED for error codes 25 W 5 1 E Let 42 0 0 ry a ae VALIAdS V O Aad JOJON 03 0808 003 NOLL 1 0 W LE LEL N S 00001 97 9
22. s and valves mounted for easy reference to system oper ating parameters There are two flow meters one to measure the inlet flow from the well pump the other to measure the product water vol ume There are also 2 pressure gauges mounted next to the control box One pressure gauge measures membrane pressure the other measures the inlet pressure from the supply pump There are factory set pressure switches installed to ensure that the membranes do not over pressurize and that there is a minimum supply pressure from the boost pump Pressure Gauges Plumbing Manifold and Flow Meter connections Control Box The FRP watertight box contains the brains of the LB 10 000 This box controls the run and flush speeds activates the fresh wa ter flush mode and houses all of the necessary electronics to run the system This module should be kept away from any water source or where it could get sprayed or wet Do not oper ate the machine with the control box open Should the need arise to open the electrical box after installation use caution as there is poten tially live AC wires inside AC systems only SPECTRA WATERMAKERS Installation and Setup Mounting Your Spectra LB 10 000 F system 15 de signed to be mounted on level ground and properly U fixed in place Ifthe system is on a slope then it may did not function properly and damage could occur Use iiy L caution that the system will not be knocked over acci d
23. to the external supply pump Turn the Control Enable switch up to enable the system and hold the Prime button and bleed the air out of the filter housings Once the air is bled out of the intake line and filter housings press and hold the Start button until the boost pressure gauge reads 15 psi 1Bar Release the Start button Control Enable and Membrane Emergency Discon Pressure nect Switch Boost Pressure Start Button DO NOT EXCEED 850 PSI MEMBRANE PRESSURE SPECTRA WATERMAKERS 15 Normal Operation After about one minute water will begin to flow out of the product hose and begin to fill the flush tank After about 10 minutes the flush tank will be full and water will be diverted to the Product Water Outlet fitting on the face of the desalination plant Test the product with the supplied hand held salinity tester Ifit is within acceptable range it may be distributed as pota ble water Operation Nominal operating parameters are as follows Feed 20gpm 76lpm Product 7gpm 26 5lpm Membrane Pressure 800psi 55 Bar Boost Pressure 15 20psi I 1 4 Bar Monitor the Boost Pressure gauge during operation Pressure drop across the filter can be de termined by comparing the gauge reading when the filters are new with the current boost pres sure reading When the pressure differential begins to climb the filter is getting dirty When the differential has
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