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- Page 1 Ventura 150/200T Connect Installation and Operating Manual Spectra Watermakers Katadyn Desalination LLC. 2220 S. McDowell Blvd. Petaluma, CA 94954 Phone: 415-526-2780 Fax: 415-526-2787 techsupport@spectrawatermakers.com...
- Page 3 Spectra Connect Quick Start Guide When you first power up the system, you will get a warning message, asking if the system has been stored with chemicals. If the system has been pickled, winterized, this is the first startup, or the condition of the sys- tem is unknown, go to COMMISSIONING on page 23 or serious damage may occur.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Installation……………………………………………………………………………………………... Getting Started ........................ 7 Installation Basics ......................8 Introduction ........................9 Components ........................10 Ventura Plumbing Schematic ..................12 Installation Notes ......................13 Product Water plumbing ....................14 Tube Fitting Assembly Procedures ................. 15 Spectra High Pressure Fitting Instructions ..............16 Electrical ........................ -
Page 7: Getting Started
THE VENTURA 200T IS DESIGNED FOR WARM WATER USE. OPERATION IN WATERS BELOW 50 F (10 C) MAY CAUSE HIGH OPERATING PRESSURES AND INCREASED WEAR ON THE FEED PUMP. Ventura 150-200T Connect Shipping List: • Ventura Connect kit (includes control box and display) •... -
Page 8: Installation Basics
Installation Basics Thru-hull Read the directions! • Not Supplied. • Avoid tight hose bends and excessive runs. • Use heavy gauge wire. • Install feed pump module as low as possible. • Use a dedicated thru-hull with scoop type strainer. •... -
Page 9: Introduction
Introduction to the Ventura Connect The Ventura is the finest watermaker for small and midsized yachts. Properly installed and maintained it will provide years of reliable service. Prudent operation is required with any ma- rine equipment. Always maintain enough reserve water to get safely into your next port. The Spectra Intensifier, known as the Clark Pump, was introduced in 1997 and has been con- tinually improved since. -
Page 10: Components
Components Sea Strainer Mount close to the intake through-hull, in a location that can handle water spillage during service. Feed Pump Module Mount the feed pump module on a vertical surface, up to 3-feet (1.0M) above the waterline. It is preferable to mount as low as possible. - Page 11 Components continued... Remote Touchscreen The remote control panel can be mounted anywhere dry and convenient. Cut a 5-5/8” (12.7 cm) wide by 3-1/4” (7.62 cm) high opening for the panel. The display needs minimum 2 1/2” deep clearance for the cable. Take care not to damage the plugs on the ends of the cable when routing.
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Page 12: Ventura Plumbing Schematic
Note: Brine discharge Ventura Connect Plumbing may be connected to ei- ther side of Clark Pump Brine discharge thru hull (not in- cluded): place above waterline or tee into another visible drain. Connect Control Box: Remember to mount in central location, where Spectra Clark Pump and Pressure Vessel/Membrane: various cables can reach Mount in a cool location (below 120 deg. -
Page 13: Installation Notes
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Page 14: Product Water Plumbing
Product Water Plumbing The 1/4”(6mm) product water tubing is pre-plumbed from the membrane into the electric di- version valve. The diversion valve will reject product water into the overboard brine stream until Connect controller determines the product water is below 750 PPM salinity. Once below 750 PPM, the Spectra Connect control opens the diversion valve and product water is diverted into the fresh water tank. -
Page 16: Spectra High Pressure Fitting Instructions
Spectra High Pressure Fitting Instructions The Ventura has eight high pressure fittings, two on each cylinder on the Clark Pump, two on the pressure vessel end caps, and two 90-degree elbows on the back of the Clark Pump. As the compression fitting is tightened, it compresses a ferrule onto the stainless tubing, fixing the fer- rule permanently to the tube and holding the compression nut captive. -
Page 17: Electrical
Electrical Ventura Connect systems are pre-fitted with waterproof connectors for electrical and signal cables. Each connector is different, so it is impossible to connect them incorrectly, and the con- nectors are color-coded. The system has a power inlet harness with a terminal block and cover, Pump power cable, pressure transducer red and green cables, a 5-conductor diversion valve and Rotoflow sensor cable, a 2–conductor fresh water flush solenoid cable, a Z-Ion power and sig- nal cable, and a 50-foot (15M) cable for the Connect display. - Page 18 Electrical continued… Diversion Valve and Rotoflow Cable (5- conductor, Red). Z-Ion power and signal cable (3-conductor, Green) Fresh water flush sole- noid cable (2-conductor, Blue) The Ventura Connect has three external ports; one for the display, one for networking, and one for the salinity probe. The Salinity probe is a 5 pin cable with RJ-12 connectors (phone jack) on both ends this cable runs in parallel.
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Page 19: Wiring
Wiring Mount the control box with 4 appropriate fasteners on a vertical surface, above components containing water, with the wire grommets down, and central to the other system components. Make sure the cables will reach all of the modules to avoid splices. The main power feed should come from an appropriately-sized fuse or breaker on the main DC panel. -
Page 20: Tank Switch Wiring And Operation
Tank Switch Installation Factory Supplied Tank Full Switch Installing the supplied tank full float switch at the top of your water tank al- lows the Spectra Connect to fill your water tank then automatically stop, fresh water flush and return to Auto Store mode with no additional user commands. Drill and tap a 1/8”... - Page 21 Tank Switch Installation Optional Tank Low Switch Installing the tank low float switch about 2/3rds down from the top of your water tank allows the Spectra Connect to run in Auto Fill mode; automatically filling your water tank, stopping itself, fresh water flushing, returning to Auto Store mode, and then turning itself on again to fill the tank when the water level drops below the Tank Low Switch with no additional user commands.
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Page 22: Optional Z-Ion
Z-Ion Installation The Z-Ion replaces the fresh water flush module on the feed pump module. The Z-Ion filter bowl, like the normal fresh water flush module, houses the charcoal filter, which must be re- placed every six months. The Z-Ion control box comes with four-foot cables for flexibility in mounting on the bulkhead above or adjacent to the feed pump module. - Page 23 Z-Ion Operation and Installation This revolutionary adaptation of an ancient technology effectively and safely protects the membrane and filters on your Spectra Watermaker from biological growth. Your system will be kept ready to op- erate without any additional flushing, external power sources, pickling chemicals, or complex proce- dures.
- Page 24 Z-Ion Layout and Specs. Pin 7 Run Light Will be green when while Z-Ion is powered and ready Voltage Spike Counter Service Light Pin 1 There are 7 pins on the phoenix connector from left to right: Pin 1 Supply Voltage-Battery ( + ) Pin 2 Ground Pin 3 Trigger Figure 1...
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Page 25: Operation Operation
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Page 27: New Systems Start Up And Testing
New System Start-Up and Testing Avoid running the Ventura system if the vessel is in contaminated water. The system should be fully tested before leaving port. If the location or weather prevents proper testing, refer to Dry Testing with an Artificial Ocean on page 34. Warning! Damage may occur if the purge sequence is bypassed and the membrane is pressurized with storage chemical in it. - Page 28 New System Start-Up and Testing continued... 4. The system will start purging and the display will show the progress and time remaining Check the strainer and the brine discharge for water flow. The system should fully prime with- in 60-90 seconds and all air should be out of the feed water hoses. The feed pump will sound smooth.
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Page 29: Dry Testing With An Artificial Ocean
Dry Testing with an Artificial Ocean If it is not possible to test run the system with the boat in the water, you may test the system with an artificial ocean. You will need 1.3 lbs. of non-iodized salt (rock salt, sea salt, or aquarium salt) to make a 5 gallons (33 grams of salt per liter) of water that is about 33,000 PPM salinity (average seawater salinity). -
Page 30: Sensor Calibration
Sensor Calibration Sensor Calibration Many of the settings on your system have been pre-calibrated during standard factory testing, however, there are a few settings that will vary based on the installation, vessel, and other onboard conditions. If the system has just been installed you must calibrate the Prefilter Condition before proceeding. - Page 31 Sensor Calibration Flush Adjustments The Ventura Flush Duration is set to a factory default of 3 minutes, which is usually the right amount of time to ensure that sea water is thoroughly flushed out of the watermaker using the least amount of fresh water. However, due to different lengths of hose runs, different rates of flow, and different pressures in shipboard fresh water systems, the flush duration can be optimized for your boat.
- Page 32 Tank Level Sensor Calibration—Cont’d 5. Measure the approximate height of the water tank in feet and inches (or in meters and cm’s). 6. Press the Feet (Meter) field to enter the tank height in feet (meters). Press the Inch (cm) field to enter the height in inches.
- Page 33 Salinity Calibration The Salinity probe has been calibrated at the factory during testing and is not normally required during commissioning. If the product quality is not reading accurately, follow calibration steps. 1. Press the Menu Button 2. Press the Calibrate Sensors Button 3.
- Page 34 Product Flow Calibration The Product Flow sensor has been calibrated at the factory during testing and isn’t normally required during commissioning. If the product flow is not reading accurately, confirm the product flow rate by following the Product Flow calibration steps. 2.
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Page 35: Networking
Networking Your Spectra Connect is equipped with state of the art networking options to allow the maxi- mum user control in a wide variety of installations. The instructions below will help you get the most out of your Spectra Connect. Note: Your Spectra Connect is only available when your device is connected to the same local network as the Spectra Connect control board. - Page 36 Connecting to the existing Network—Cont’d 6. Connect your computer, tablet or smart phone to the local network your Spectra Connect is plugged into. Wired Connection: simply plug your computer’s ethernet port directly into the router or switch where you connected the watermaker. Wireless Connection: make sure your device is connected to the same local wireless network as the Spectra Connect Ship’s Router or...
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Page 37: Normal Operation
Normal Operation If the system has been pickled or stored with chemicals, use the New System Startup pro- cedure on page 23. Your watermaker will fresh water flush after every use. Remember that you need to run the system approximately half an hour to make enough fresh water for one flush. You may notice that the system output is higher when charging your batteries. - Page 38 Normal Operation—Cont’d 3. The system will now begin the start sequence. Pressing ‘Stop’ will bring you back to the Main Menu. 4. Once the Boost Pressure reaches the minimum threshold, the system starts operating and you will be taken directly to the Main Dashboard. Diversion Operating Current...
- Page 39 To access this information about your watermaker while it is running press the < or > buttons to scroll through the pages. Parameter Minimum Maximum Product Quantity 5.7 GPH (21.5 LPH)/Ventura 150 6.5 GPH (24.6 LPH)/Ventura 150 7.7 GPH (29.1 LPH)/Ventura200 8.3 GPH (31.4 LPH)/Ventura 200 Product Quality <300 ppm...
- Page 40 Normal Operation—Cont’d Other Operating Modes Run Low Mode You can toggle back and forth between Run High Mode and Run Low Mode by tapping the ‘High’ toggle button. Run Low Mode may be selected to reduce power consumption or to lower the feed pres- sure.
- Page 41 Normal Operation—Cont’d Auto Store Warning! Proper understanding of the Spectra flush system and the vessel’s fresh water system is mandatory for extended use of Auto Store. The flush cycles must not be allowed to drain all the fresh water from the tank or damage to the vessel’s systems and the watermaker may occur.
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Page 42: Maintenance
Maintenance General Periodically inspect the entire system for leakage and chafing. Repair any leaks as soon as you find them. Some crystal formation around the Clark Pump blocks is normal. Wipe down any salt encrusted areas with a damp cloth. Watermakers are at their best when run regularly. - Page 43 Maintenance Cont’d The Feed Pump and Clark Pump The feed pump and the Clark Pump require no routine maintenance except inspection for leaks. Tighten any hose clamps or fittings that show signs of leakage. The high pressure fittings threaded into the Clark Pump have O-ring seals with a straight thread. These should never leak and should never be over-tightened.
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Page 44: Introduction To Spectra Chemicals
Maintenance Cont’d Introduction to Spectra Chemicals We use four types of chemicals: SC-1, SC-2, SC-3, and propylene glycol antifreeze. SC-1 and propylene glycol are for system storage, while SC-2 and SC-3 are for membrane cleaning. Do not use sodium-bisulfate, citric acid, or any other storage chemical not supplied by Spectra. These chemicals, used to store other watermaker brands, will damage the Clark Pump, mem- brane end plugs, manifolds, and other components. - Page 45 Maintenance Cont’d Introduction to Spectra Chemicals—Cont’d Complete microbial protection requires a 25% solution of propylene glycol, so care must be taken that the solution remaining in the watermaker during long term storage is at least 25%, even if freeze protection is not required. For these reasons Spectra recommends that all pick- ling be carried out with a 60% or greater concentration.
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Page 46: Long Term Storage Procedures
Ventura Connect Storage Procedure 1. Turn the yellow service valve on the feed pump module to OFF (horizontal, see photo). 2. Push Auto Store to fresh water flush the system. Repeat, to flush the system twice. 3. Remove the cap on the service port on the feed pump module and install the inlet service hose from the service kit. -
Page 47: Winterizing With Propylene Glycol
Winterizing with Propylene Glycol See description of propylene glycol formulations, and flushing from system, on page 44-45. 1. Turn the yellow service valve on the feed pump module to OFF (horizontal, see photos). 2. Push Auto Store to fresh water flush the system. Repeat, to flush the system twice. 3. -
Page 48: Membrane Cleaning Procedure
Membrane Cleaning Procedures Spectra cleaning compound (SC-2 or SC-3) must be mixed with fresh water at a ratio of 1 container of compound to 3 gallons (12L) of unchlorinated water. An average of two gallons (8L) of water is already present inside a Ventura system, so this water must be figured into the mixture. -
Page 49: Suggested Spares
Suggested Spares for Ventura Connect Short term cruising, weekends etc. A basic cruise kit B. This kit consists of three 5 micron filters, three 20 micron filters, and SC- 1 storage chemical. Cruising 2 to 6 months at a time. Two basic cruise kits, one replacement charcoal filter, and one replacement feed pump head. -
Page 50: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Ventura Connect Systems REMEDY PROBABLE CAUSE SYMPTOMS • • Feed pump runs constant- Turn off manual switch on control Manual switch in ON ly, will not turn off position on control box • • Feed pump runs with loud Intake blocked Check thru-hull valve •... - Page 51 Ventura MPC Fault Alarms SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY • • Pressure relief valve open Close pressure relief valve “System Stalled” • • Intake thru-hull closed Check thru-hull (“system stalled” may alarm • • Airlocked system Purge air when using the control pan- •...
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Page 52: Manual Operation
Alarm Override and Manual Operation In the event of a sensor failure resulting in a shut down due to a false alarm, the failed sensor can be overridden. High Pressure, Service Prefilter, System Stalled (airlock), and Salinity Probe issues can all be overridden and the system will still run automatically with all other functions intact. -
Page 53: Ventura Flow Test
Ventura Flow Test The flow test is the most useful diagnostic test for system performance, and should be done be- fore replacing or cleaning your membrane. Changes in production or water quality are normally caused by something other than the membrane, unless the system has been left unused for a long time. - Page 54 Compare the product flow to the total feed flow. Product flow should be 6.5% mini- mum 5.5%) of total flow for a Ventura 150, and 9% (minimum 8%) of total flow for a Ventura 200T. If product percentage is low, you may have an internal leak in the Clark Pump.
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Page 55: Poor Water Quality
Poor Product Water Quality With any product water quality issue, you must ensure accurate calibration if you are using a salinity meter. For general quality evaluation, your taste is always good enough. Membranes are not an exact science and two identical systems can have different product quality. -
Page 56: Technical Bulletins
Technical Bulletins The following pages include Spectra’s most commonly used technical bulletins, covering tests, adjustments, troubleshooting, and common points of confusion. Many more technical bulle- tins are available on the Spectra website, www.spectrawatermakers.com. ACCUMULATOR PRESSURE Your Spectra watermaker is supplied with a pressure accumulator tank (PL-ACC-TK), which should be installed in the feed water line between the pre-filters and the Clark Pump. - Page 57 PREFILTERS During normal operation, the feed water is filtered in two stages. First it passes through a fine mesh metal sea strainer, which protects the feed pump from foreign materials and sea crea- tures. After passing through the feed pump, the feed water passes the filter housings contain- ing 20 and 5 micron elements, removing very fine particles that could damage the Clark Pump and shorten membrane life.
- Page 58 CHARCOAL FILTERS The charcoal filter element (FT-FTC-CC) removes chlorine from the fresh water flush water supply, as the RO membrane can only handle small amounts of chlorine without permanent damage. The charcoal filter used for the fresh water flush system will not plug up unless you have very dirty domestic water in your boat’s supply tank.
- Page 59 SHURFLO PUMP WON’T RUN If the pump has power to it but the pump won’t run, first check the pressure switch. The pres- sure switch (EL-FP-PS) is located on the wet end of the pump and has two red wires plugged into it (see photo, next page).
- Page 60 ADJUST SHURFLO PRESSURE SWITCH Shurflo feed pumps are equipped with a high pressure cutout switch (EL-FP-PS). This is the small black unit on the end of the wet end of the pump head (PL-PMP-SFPH) where the two red wires connect. If the pressure switch is not properly adjusted the pump may cut out each time the Clark pump cycles and the feed pressure spikes.
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Page 61: Spectra Settings
Spectra Connect Settings Your new Spectra Connect is designed to make your watermaker easier than ever to operate, maintain and enjoy. This section will guide you through some of the more advanced settings options available. Always use caution when changing any factory default settings, as serious damage can oc- cur. - Page 62 Spectra Connect Settings, Cont’d User Settings LCD Brightness: Set brightness of the hardwired display(s) from 10—100% System Units: Change from US Standard units to Metric Factory Reset: Resets any changed parameters a user has made back to the factory defaults for that configuration. Fault Alarms CAUTION!! Never disable a Fault Alarm without being certain that the issue is with a bad sen- sor.
- Page 63 Settings Dealer Access Settings It is highly recommended that users consult with a factory trained technician before altering any settings behind the ‘Dealer Access Point’. Changing this settings without understanding the full effect of each change can void the warranty of your system, and cause irreparable damage. If any settings are inadvertently changed, they can be reverted back to the defaults by using the ‘Factory Reset’...
- Page 64 Settings Dealer Access Settings It is highly recommended that users consult with a factory trained technician before altering any settings behind the ‘Dealer Access Point’. Changing this settings without understanding the full effect of each change can void the warranty of your system, and cause irreparable damage. If any settings are inadvertently changed, they can be reverted back to the defaults by using the ‘Factory Reset’...
- Page 65 Settings Dealer Access Settings It is highly recommended that users consult with a factory trained technician before altering any settings behind the ‘Dealer Access Point’. Changing this settings without understanding the full effect of each change can void the warranty of your system, and cause irreparable damage. If any settings are inadvertently changed, they can be reverted back to the defaults by using the ‘Factory Reset’...
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Page 66: Fault Handling
Fault Handling Faults are hazardous conditions that might occur during running of your watermaker. The control board has the ability to monitor these faults in real time and take necessary actions to prevent damaging your equipment. HIGH PRESSURE FAULT High pressure fault is triggered if Outlet pressure (Feed/Membrane pressure) >... -
Page 68: Spectra Connect Pcb Fuses And Electrical Specifications
Electrical Specifications Operating voltage limits: 10—32vdc Outputs: 5VDC:– 2000mA Total for all outputs. VLV 1&2: 1 Amp DC priming valve solenoid. AUX 1-3: 1 Amp DC auxiliary output. Never connected anything to the Spectra Connect without factory approval. Serious dam- age can occur! -
Page 69: Exploded Views And Part Numbers
Exploded Views and Part Numbers... - Page 71 Pump to Pressure Vessel Part Numbers Upper SS Tube: PL-TB-HP-HPTVUS Top View Rubber Mount HD-RBP-RM 3/8”NPT x 3/8” Tube Fitting JG Plastic Spacer PL-MTS-3/8x3/8J Pump to Pressure Vessel HD-SPN-MKINS Upper SS Tube: PL-TB-HP-HPTVUS Nickel-Bronze High Pressure Elbow PL-MTE-3/4S1/2B Rear View Pressure Vessel End Cap KIT-PV-25EP1 Plate Bracket...
- Page 72 Part Numbers SUB-CT-Z-HPILHA CT 340 Z Quick Disconnect Pressure Sensor EL-SSR-150 Filter Housing 3/8”NPT X 5/8” Hose Barb El. 3/4”NPT X 5/8 Hose Barb El. Bracket Duplex PL-HBE-3/8X5/8 PL-HBE-3/4X5/8 FT-FHB-10HD High Pressure Filter Housing (Lid & Bowl) FT-FTH-10H Filter Housing O-ring SO-FHS-10 1/2”...
- Page 73 Part Numbers 1/4” Product Tube PL-MNF-DVMBK1P PL-MTE-1/4x1/4J PL-NLT-1/4LP DIVERSION VALVE MANIFOLD 1/4”x1/4” TUBE FITT. ELBOW REDUCING COUPLING PL-SLN-1/4D12SP PL-BSH-3/8X1/4 1/4" DIVERSION VALVE 12V/24V EL-SSR-IFMLR INLINE FLOW METER SENSOR PL-SLN-1/4D12M DIVERSION VALVE SOLENOID PL-FTE-1/4X1/4P 1/4"FPT X 1/4"TUBE FITT ST. EL-MPC-SP4 SALINITY PROBE PL-CKV-1/4M-F PL-MTE-1/4x3/8J 1/4"...
- Page 74 Part Numbers Pump Head Assembly W/Press. Switch PL-PMP-SFPH 3/8” Low Pressure Tube PL-NLT-3/8LP 3/4”-16 Straight Thread 1/4” Product Tube O-RING PL-NLT-1/4LP SO-FT-STF 1/2” Stainless Ferrule PL-HWR-1/2FR 3/4”X 1/2” Tube Fitting Connector O-RING Nickel-Bronze Elbow Stainless Fitting Hex Nut SO-HPP-CT PL-MTE-3/4S1/2B PL-HWR-1/2HN...
- Page 75 Part Numbers 3/4”NPT X 1/2” Hose Barb Elbow PL-HBE-3/4X1/2 3/4” 3-Way Valve PL-VLV-3W3/4 1-Way Solenoid Valve 12V, 24V PL-SLN-1/4O12, 024 Cooling Fan 12V, 24V KIT-FK-12,24 Feed Pump Heat Sink EL-FP-FPHS Clear Filter Housing (Bowl & Cap) FT-FTH-10L3PCS Ventura Feed Pump Bracket Clear Filter Housing O-ring FM-VT-ITM SO-FHS-3PCS10...
- Page 76 HP-TB-VEB-B HP-TB-VB HP-TB-VEB-A HP-CYL-CCA HP-TB-BV HP-CB-CB7 HP-CYL-SST HP-CYL-R HP-CYL-EC Not used...
- Page 77 HD-CPS-5/16X3 SO-HPP-RV HP-TB-ARP KIT-HP-10VSA HP-TB-BV SO-HPP-AR1 HD-CPS-5/162.75 SO-HPP-SP HP-TB-VSP HP-TB-SR SO-HPP-VB SO-HPP-VP SO-HPP-PLP...
- Page 78 Parts HP-CYL-3/4R,...
- Page 79 Parts HP-CYL-SST HP-CYL-PT PL-MTS-3/8X1/2B SO-HPP-ECCB HP-CYL-CCA HP-CYL-EC HP-CYL-R...
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