Contents Chapter 1: About this Manual ................7 About Sea Recovery ............................. 7 Purpose ................................7 References ................................7 Graphics ................................7 Notice of Liability ..............................8 Trademarks ................................8 Terms and Conditions ............................8 Copyright ................................8 Revision History ..............................8 Chapter 2: Introduction ..................
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Chapter 7: Commissioning a New System ............37 New System Start-up Procedures ........................37 Pressure Changes ..............................39 Sea Recovery Ultra Whisper NEW SYSTEM INITIAL READINGS ..............40 Chapter 8: System Daily Operation ..............41 Day-to-Day Start-up Procedures for the Ultra Whisper System ................41 Controller Operations ............................
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Chapter 10: Troubleshooting ................59 Error ID 1: High Pressure Fault ..........................59 Error ID 2: High Pressure Fault ..........................59 Error ID 3: Low Pressure Fault ..........................59 Error ID 4: Low Voltage Fault ..........................60 Loud or Whining Pump ............................60 Remaining Pressure in the System After Shut Down ...................
About Sea Recovery Since 1981, Sea Recovery Corporation has produced water desalination systems, used in various applications, for customers around the world. Currently, Sea Recovery Corporation stands apart as a leader in advanced water desalination systems for leisure marine applications.
The information contained in the manual is distributed on an “as is” basis, without warranty. While every effort has been taken in the preparation of this manual, Sea Recovery Corporation shall not be held liable with respect to any liability, loss or damage caused by the instructions contained in this manual. The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice.
Introduction Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of a new Sea Recovery Ultra Whisper Reverse Osmosis (RO) Desalination System! The Ultra Whisper RO Desalination System is a low power water maker, engineered for boaters with limited electrical options. The Ultra Whisper features automatic operation and is easy to use with its simple Start and Stop controls.
Sea Recovery warrants that the Ultra Whisper RO Desalination System performs according to specifications for a period of 12 months from the date of shipment. Sea Recovery’s liability under this warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the Ultra Whisper RO Desalination System at Sea Recovery Corporation’s discretion.
In the event of a defect, a malfunction, or failure specifically covered by this warranty and during the warranty period, Sea Recovery Corporation will repair or replace, at its option, the product or component therein which upon examination by Sea Recovery Corporation appears to be defective.
Compliance Sea Recovery’s Reverse Osmosis Desalination Systems Are Type Accepted by the American Bureau of Shipping, ABS. Sea Recovery’s Reverse Osmosis Desalination Systems comply with FCC § 15.105 Sea Recovery’s Reverse Osmosis Desalination Systems have been independently tested and determined to be in compliance with European CE (Conformité...
Chapter System Specifications Feed Water and Recovery Important: If any of the following components are mismatched, the System will not function properly. The operating pressure and/or amperage draw will be higher than specified, causing damage to one or more components. The operating pressure can also be lower than required, resulting in low product water production and poor product water quality.
RO Membrane Element. External Installation Water Connections Pipe sizes to be supplied by the installer for connection of the Sea Recovery supplied components Feed Inlet: 1/2” MNPT Male National Pipe Thread U.S. Standard ...
Chapter System and Components Description All components supplied by Sea Recovery, both standard and optional, are described in this chapter, along with items that the installer must provide. ALL STANDARD COMPONENTS AND ALL OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES. ** Denotes items supplied by installer...
Photographic Film Developing Industry. When used in sea water, they will plug much more rapidly (performance has shown within 1/10th of the time) than a Sea Recovery-supplied, Pre-filter cartridge element. This will cause frequent System shut downs and element replacement.
System and Components Description 1. Brine Discharge Tee Connector allows for the Brine Discharge Hose to connect to the Thru Hull Over Board Discharge Fitting. 2. Thru Hull Discharge Fitting** should be installed above water level for discharge of the Brine Discharge Water from the System.
Electronic Components The System’s electronic components measure water quality, control the direction of Product Water flow, Start and Stop the System, and contain the central electrical connection point. They also ensure only potable Product Water passes into the Product Water Storage Tank. 1.
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System and Components Description 3. Ensure all suction hose connections use two hose clamps rotated 180 degrees with the screw heads facing the same direction. Remove any flash on the hose-barb fittings using fine sandpaper. 4. Ensure all high-pressure hoses have sufficient slack and are not pulled tight into a sharp or immediate bend.
Electrician’s tools available. No special system tools are required for installation. A separate TDS Meter, available from Sea Recovery, will assist in confirming System product water quality. A volt/ohm meter (VOM) is required for system installation and commissioning to ensure proper electrical power and connection.
These chemicals destroy the copolymer components and the oxidants will damage the RO Membrane Element. In this situation, you can use the optional Sea Recovery Fresh Water Flush Accessory to remove the chlorine and bromine from your ship's potable water system before connecting the Ultra Whisper RO Desalination System.
Components Supplied by the Installer or Owner Caution: All fittings, valves and piping installed prior to, within, and after the Sea Recovery Reverse Osmosis System must not contain iron; they must be non-ferrous material (not containing iron). Iron fittings or piping will cause rust fouling and failure of the RO Membrane Element.
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Caution: If the Sea Recovery RO System is connected to a Sea Chest or Stand Up Pipe, DO NOT plumb the Sea Recovery RO System feed line to the “top” of the Sea Chest or Stand Up Pipe. If plumbed into the top of these feed water arrangements, the Sea Recovery RO System will experience continual shut-down due to air inducement into the system.
Damage to any system component due to attachment to uneven surfaces is the responsibility and liability of the installer and is not covered by the Sea Recovery Warranty.
Sea Recovery Warranty. 7. The ***Freshwater Flush Filter Canister with attached Flush Pump is mounted in an accessible location to a vertical surface between an unpressurized line in the potable water system and the Freshwater Flush Check Valve.
Installation 2. Connect main power using cable recommendations. The main power cable is inserted through one of the large strain reliefs on the side of the controller enclosure. 3. Connect the Feed Pump motor power through the other large strain relief on the side of the controller enclosure to terminals.
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1. Connect Feed and Freshwater Flush Lines with the supplied 20 feet (6 meters) of 1/2” (12.7 mm) I.D. Inlet Suction Hose. Secure the hose with two hose clamps offset 180 degrees at each fitting. Ignore any optional accessory that is not to be installed: Step from Outlet of: to Inlet of:...
Installation Ultraviolet (UV) Light Installation The SP-Series UV unit is shipped with the UV lamp, quartz sleeve, fittings and O-rings and needs to be assembled before the UV unit can be used. 1. Install the UV unit in a sheltered, well-ventilated area. 2.
Connect Plumbing Tube or hose ends must be cut squared and clean and have no rough edges. The quick fit elbow fitting has a C-clamp that will lock the tube in place once inserted. 1. Insert the supply pipe into one-cylinder port and label the port “Inlet.” 2.
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Installation • Before connecting the return tube, flush the unit to rinse out any debris left from the installation process. Danger: UV LIGHT EXPOSURE CAN SEVERELY BURN AND DAMAGE EYES AND SKIN. Danger: DO NOT look at the blue UV light. DO NOT operate the UV lamp outside of the UV treatment chamber.
If the RO Membrane Element Serial Number tag is missing or does not contain a serial number and date, then immediately contact the company that sold the system to you or Sea Recovery. Provide Sea Recovery with the system serial number and model number of this Ultra Whisper System.
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If the system will not be operated within the next two weeks, perform a freshwater flush. If the Sea Recovery Automatic Freshwater Flush is installed, ensure that the potable water storage tank has potable water for the freshwater flush to utilize in rinsing the system.
R.O Boost pump. If the R.O Boost pump becomes worn resulting in reduced pressure and/or flow, it may be returned to Sea Recovery for rebuild or replacement. Because of the specific matching requirements of the wear parts and tight tolerance, it is not practical to repair in...
Sea Recovery Ultra Whisper NEW SYSTEM INITIAL READINGS At the time of commissioning the NEW system, record the following information after one hour of continuous proper operation of the system. Retain this form in the Owner’s Manual for future reference and troubleshooting. This information is valuable to the servicing technicians in providing technical support to the owner and future operators of the Ultra Whisper System.
1. Open any auxiliary valve within the incoming feed line, Outgoing Brine Discharge Line and Outgoing Product Water Line. Danger: Any auxiliary valve in these lines damages the Sea Recovery System if left closed during starting and/or operation of the system.
Controller Operations Start/Stop button 1. Powers on and sets the system in its initial state. 2. When the system is producing water and the START/STOP button is pushed, the system stops all pumps and diverts water into the sea. 3. Resets all faults. Note that this button performs its designated action, regardless of whether or not you are browsing a menu.
System Daily Operation 4. Product Flow – Product water flow in l/min or GPM 5. Brine Flow – Brine flow in l/min or GPM 6. Water Quality – Salinity (water status) in ppm 7. Total Hours – High pressure pump/R.O. BOOST hour meter (counted in seconds but shown in whole hours) 8.
If the system will be operated within the next two weeks, no action is necessary besides winterization for freezing temperatures. c) If the system will not be operated within the next two weeks, perform a freshwater flush. If the Sea Recovery Automatic Freshwater Flush is installed, ensure that the potable water storage tank has fresh potable water for the freshwater flush to utilize in rinsing the system.
System Daily Operation If the freshwater flush assembly is installed, the freshwater flush will start 2 minutes after shut down. When the freshwater flush starts there will be a click and a green light will illuminate on the LCD screen. The time delay after shut down is to allow the R.O.
System by feeding Product Water into the System for a continuous 48-hour period. Caution: Never expose the RO Membrane Element to chemicals other than those supplied by Sea Recovery Corporation. Use caution when operating the system in harbors that may be polluted with chemicals, oil or fuel, as these chemicals may damage the RO Membrane Element beyond repair.
minimum of 1 U.S. Gallons (3.8 Liters) per minute at minimum 30 PSI and maximum 75 PSI (minimum 2 Bar and maximum 5 Bar). If the Minimum of 1 U.S. Gallons (3.8 Liters) per minute at minimum 30 PSI (minimum 2 Bar) is not achieved, then the System may not fully flush the System with enough fresh water to displace the Feed Water (i.e., sea water).
System Storage and Cleaning b) Disconnect the outlet line from the Sea Strainer and place it in the Rinse/Clean Solution Container. c) If the System is equipped with an Optional Inlet Rinse/Clean Valve between the Sea Strainer and Feed Pump, then position this valve to draw from the Rinse/Clean Solution Container. 3.
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2. Clean the Sea Strainer Mesh Screen. 3. Clean the Plankton Filter Element. 4. Clean (hose off) or replace 5-micron pre-filter elements with new 5-micron Sea Recovery pre-filtration elements. 5. Fill the Rinse/Clean Solution Container or a 5-gallon container with clean, fresh water.
3. Clean the Sea Strainer Mesh Screen. 4. Clean the Plankton Filter Element. 5. Replace the pre-filtration cartridges with new 5-micron Sea Recovery pre-filtration elements. 6. Fill the Rinse/Clean Solution Container with non-chlorinated product water. 7. Start the system. The rinse water rinses the entire system and discharge to waste.
RO Membrane Element. If the RO Membrane Element is excessively fouled and in-field cleaning is not successful, the RO Membrane Element may be returned to Sea Recovery or to one of Sea Recovery’s many service dealers for professional chemical cleaning. If your membrane requires professional cleaning, please contact Sea Recovery for a return authorization number, price quotation and return instructions.
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System Storage and Cleaning fouling is minimized with freshwater rinsing whenever the system is not in use. 3. SRC MCC-2, Membrane Cleaning Compound "No. 2" is an acid cleaner designed to clean calcium carbonate and other mineral deposits from the RO Membrane Element. Mineral fouling is a slow process that takes place during use of the system.
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Caution: Never expose the RO Membrane Element to chemicals other than those supplied by Sea Recovery Corporation. Use caution when operating the system in harbors that may be polluted with chemicals, oil or fuel, as these chemicals may damage the RO Membrane Element beyond repair.
System Storage and Cleaning 24. If the Clean/Rinse Outlet Valve is installed, position it to discharge out toward the brine discharge connector. 25. One final time, fill the Rinse/Clean Solution Container with non-chlorinated product water. 26. Start the system. The rinse water rinses the entire system and discharge to waste. 27.
Chapter Troubleshooting Error ID 1: High Salinity Fault System produces expected product water flow with normal operating pressure after compensating for Feed Water Salinity and Temperature; however, the Product Water salinity is above 100ppm for more than 10 consecutive seconds. 1.
• No kinks, blockages or air suction leaks in the inlet line The Feed Pump is operational and delivering flow and pressure Whether or not the Inlet Thru-Hull Fitting is clean (no manufacturing or installation debris) and if air suction leaks are present ...
The R.O. BOOST, the RO Membrane Element and the Feed Pump output flow of water must all be matched. Upon leaving Sea Recovery’s factory at the time of shipment, these components have been matched and tested together as a system.
lower size code from “B” to “A” or from “C” to “B” or “A,” then product water flow will not change but the operating pressure will increase. The High-Pressure Transducer will eventually signal the system to shut down due to excess pressure to the membrane.
Troubleshooting to maintain the normal product water production. The Ultra Whisper System self-adjusts by decreasing the operating pressure to compensate for higher-than-normal feed water temperature. Product water quality will decrease, or increase in salinity, as the operating pressure is decreased to compensate for the higher-than-normal feed water temperature.
Caution: Review the “Check Off Q.C. Sheet” that accompanied this Owner's Manual and the Invoice that accompanied this Ultra Whisper System to ensure that it has been configured from Sea Recovery for the appropriate and proper DC Voltage or AC Voltage, Cycles, and Phase.
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Electrical Information During start up, the current of the Feed Water Pump Alternating Current Electric Motor surges to “Locked Rotor” or “Starting Amps” amperage for a fraction of a second after which the Electric Motor begins to rotate. After the Electric Motor achieves full RPM rotation the current drops to normal running load.
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12 and 24 VDC UW 400 UW 600 12V / 24V Minimum Size Power Wire mm2 13/8 13/8 115 and 230 VAC 60 Hz UW 600115V / 230V UW 400 115V / 230V Nominal Operating Amps 5.3/2.7 7.5/3.7 Maximum Motor Amps 6.6/3.5 8.6/4.3 Starting Amps...
B006380002 SEA STRAINER UWDX 5IN ITEM NO. QTY. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 20200402102 BRACKET SINGLE FILTER 0819245201 ELEMENT,100 MICRON, 5" 0713020973 FILTER HOUSING-LID 0.50 X 5 0112022500 ELB90 .50 MNPT x .62 BARB NYLON 061172143016 SCREW,HEX A,.25x1.00,SS 05181434AA HOSE CLAMP .75 SS 061170628016 SC PHIL PAN A #10 X 1 SS 065080028000...
Exploded Parts View B008220001 PLANKTON FILTER ASSY UW-SE ITEM NO. QTY. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 07650209ST FILTER HOUSING-LID AQUA ER 2020043810 BRACKET PLANKTON FILTER AQUA ER 0805823578 ELEMENT PLANKTON 0101072583 ELB90 0.50 MPT x 0.50 BARB 061172143016 SCREX,HEX A,.25x1.00,SS 05181434AA HOSE CLAMP .75 SS 061170628016 SC PHIL PAN A #10 X 1 SS 065080028000...
0821003 PROD-BRINE, MANIF ASSY, UWIII ITEM NO. QTY. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 07650209ST FILTER HOUSING-LID AQUA ER 11012061 BRACKET,MTG,FILTR ASSY,UW3M,AL 14012030 ORIFICE, ADAP, 0.5MTX0.25FT, ACETAL 0713020573 FILTER HOUSING-LID .375 X 10 ASM 0803004773 CHARCOAL FILTER 10IN 07650211ST HOUSING MODI, AIR-OIL, HP, 2.5X5, 0.5 FNPT 1401095998 SOLENOID VALVE EXTERNAL PORT 3131680298...
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Exploded Parts View SPARE PARTS PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION ORIFICE, ADAP, 0.5MTX0.25FT, ACETAL 14012030 FILTER, 5 MIC, 10 SQ FT, 2.5" H 9.75" 33-0117 0803004473 ELEMENT CARBON BRIQUETTE 5.0 IN 2614010473 ORING BLUE HSG...
0561009 PUMP, RO BOOST, ASSY, UWIII ITEM NO. QTY. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 12181301DS ETD PUMP-NEW 2317100300 TRANSDUCER 0-2000 PSI .437 SAE 0112022500 ELB90 .50 MNPT x .62 BARB NYLON 0117492569 TEE ST .50 FT X .50 MT X .50 FT SS 0117630800 ADAPTER, .4375 FPT X .25 MPT 0204022569...
Exploded Parts View 0561015 PUMP, RO BOOST, MOD, ASSY, UWIII ITEM NO. QTY. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 20200404011 BRACKET L MOUNTING FEET-WHITE POWDER COAT 12181301DS ETD PUMP-NEW 2115030120 RUBBER MOUNT 55 AQUA SERIES 2317100300 TRANSDUCER 0-2000 PSI .437 SAE 0112022500 ELB90 .50 MNPT x .62 BARB NYLON 0117492569 TEE ST .50 FT X .50 MT X .50 FT SS 0117630800...
MEMBRANE VESSEL 400 - 600 GPD COMPACT ITEM NO. QTY. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 0520210600 RETAINER PORT MVA 05202401GR BRACKET,MVA U-CLAMP,3 IN 2453502400 END PLUG SINGLE 3 AW 2453512400 END PLUG DUAL 3 IN AW 2615180100 FELT ADHESIVE 0.125 X 0.75 STRIP 0101370815 NIPPLE 0.25 NPT x 1.50 0117410800...
B196120015 MEMBRANE VESSEL ASSY 600-2 ITEM NO. QTY. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 05202401GR BRACKET,MVA U-CLAMP,3 IN 2453502400 END PLUG SINGLE 3 AW 2417430800 INTERCONNECT MVA SS 0520051800-1 MVA RACK , UWDX BJ 0520210600 RETAINER PORT MVA 2408132500 VESSEL HIGH PRESSURE 450GPD 2724011233 MEMBRANE 450GPD AW W-SEAL 2615180100...
MEMBRANE VESSEL 400 - 600 GPD MODULAR ITEM NO. QTY. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 0520051900 MVA RACK UW-SE 0520210600 RETAINER PORT MVA 05202401GR BRACKET,MVA U-CLAMP,3 IN 2453502400 END PLUG SINGLE 3 AW 2453512400 END PLUG DUAL 3 IN AW 2615180100 FELT ADHESIVE 0.125 X 0.75 STRIP 0101370815 NIPPLE 0.25 NPT x 1.50 0117410800...
AVAILABLE TUBES AND FITTINGS PART NO DESCRIPTION 1. CONNECTOR MALE 0204090669 1/4 inch tube x 1/8 inch mnpt 0204090869 1/4 inch tube x 1/4 inch mnpt 0204091669 3/8 inch tube x 1/8 inch mnpt 0204091769 3/8 inch tube x 1/4 inch mnpt 0204091869 3/8 inch tube x 3/8 inch mnpt 0204091969...
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Exploded Parts View PART NO DESCRIPTION 0204020969 1/4 inch tube x 3/8 inch mnpt 0204021769 3/8 inch tube x 1/4 inch mnpt 0204021869 3/8 inch tube x 3/8 inch mnpt 0204021969 3/8 inch tube x 1/2 inch mnpt 0204022069 3/8 inch tube x 3/4 inch mnpt 0204022469 1/2 inch tube x 3/8 inch mnpt 0204022569...
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PART NO DESCRIPTION 0204212969 5/8 inch tube x 1/2 inch tube 0204213069 5/8 inch tube 9. UNION ELBOW 90 0204220869 1/4 inch tube 0204221769 3/8 inch tube x 1/4 inch tube 0204221869 3/8 inch tube 0204222569 1/2 inch tube 0204223069 5/8 inch tube 10.
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PARKER WATER PURIFICATION 2630 E. EL PRESIDIO STREET CARSON CA United States 90810 Telephone: 310-608-5600 Fax: 310-608-5692 Email: waterpuriftcation@parker.com Web: www.parkcr.com Tier: 3 - Type Approved, unit certification not required covers the following: 2016 Mobile Offshore Drilling Unit Rules 4-2-1111.29, 4-2-217 & 6-1-5 National: International: Government:...
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Sea Recovery Ultra Whisper Rev. A Sea Recovery’s Reverse Osmosis Desalination Systems comply with FCC § 15.105 United States Federal Communications Commission Compliance FCC § 15.105 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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System Warranty Registration Information INSTRUCTIONS: At the time of purchase of the Sea Recovery Reverse Osmosis Desalinator, please complete the warranty information listed below. After completing this form, please make a copy and mail it to the address provided at the bottom of this form.
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Sea Recovery ® Ultra Whisper ™ System Identi cation Information INSTRUCTIONS: It is important that this form is complete ly lled in at the time of purchase of the Sea Recovery Ultra Whisper Reverse Osmosis Desalinator. This information will be requested by our Service Department and Parts Order Desk whenever contacting Se a Recovery for technical assistance or by the Sales Department whenever ordering parts.
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