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- Page 1 Aquifer Series Manual For model numbers; AF-200-DC AF-360-DC AF-200-PPS Katadyn Desalination, LLC Spectra Watermakers PH 415.526.2780 FX 415.526.2787 www.spectrawatermakers.com Revised March 2020...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Page Number Installation Getting Started ........................ 4 Introduction ........................5 Feed Side Piping Schematic ..................... 7 Product Piping Schematic ....................8 Setting Up the Aquifer 200 ....................9 Electrical ........................10 Operation New Systems Start Up and Testing ................11 Normal Operation ...................... -
Page 4: Getting Started
Getting Started Unpack the system and inspect it to make sure that it has not been damaged in shipment. Refer to the shipping list for your system to make sure you have received all of the compo- nents listed. Do not discard any packaging until you have found and identified all of the parts. -
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction to the Aquifer 200/360 Originally developed for ocean voyaging yachts, the Spectra Aquifer 200/360 Portable Watermaker is both a desalinator and a water purifier. It is capable of producing high quality, good tasting drinking water from a variety of water sources including sea water, river water, lake water, or water from a brackish or contaminated well. - Page 6 Introduction to the Aquifer Power Pack Solar Aquifer Power Pack Solar versions are equipped with a battery and battery charger, which can be connected to any AC power source (100-240vac 50-60hZ) and will also run from a 12vdc source. Aquifer Power Pack Solar versions also come with a collapsible solar panel and if the battery is fresh and fully charged the watermaker can be operated directly from the battery for two or more hours without an external power source.
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Page 7: Feed Side Piping Schematic
Aquifer Feed Plumbing Schematic Pressure Spectra Clark Pump and Relief Valve Membrane assembly. Brine Outlet Gauge panel 5 micron filter. Accumulator Feed Water Strainer Feed Pump Quick Disconnect... -
Page 8: Product Piping Schematic
Product Water Flow Path Product Outlet Warning Pressure in the product tubing must never ex- ceed 5psi (0.3bar) at any time or the membrane will be permanently damaged. The product wa- ter should fall into the storage tank through an air gap so there is no back pressure on it. -
Page 9: Setting Up The Aquifer 200
Setting up the Aquifer 200/360 CHOOSING A SITE Your water source should be as free of suspended sand, silt, algae etc., as possible for longer pre-filter life. If making water from a bay, lake, or stream choose a location as deep as possi- ble. -
Page 10: Electrical
Electrical Connections Aquifer DC Systems DC powered units will have a terminal block for con- necting to your power source. Terminals extend through the case and power can be connected on either side. Aquifer Power Pack Solar (PPS) Systems Solar Power Pack models have a solar panel that fits into the lid of the case. -
Page 11: New Systems Start Up And Testing
Aquifer New System Start-Up and Testing Warning! Your watermaker shipped from the factory with a non-toxic potable water system preservative. Damage may occur if this preservative is not flushed out and the membrane is pressurized with preservative in it. DO NOT OPERATE the Aquifer system if the feed water could contain oil. 1. -
Page 12: Normal Operation
Aquifer 200/360 Operation Normal Operation From a Large Body of Water If the system has been pickled or stored or contains cleaning compounds, use the “New Sys- tem Startup” procedure. 1. Any source of oil-free feed water not saltier than sea water may be used. Do not use water con- taining large amounts of heavy metals, such as mine tailing runoff. - Page 13 Aquifer Operation continued... Purifying Fresh or Brackish Water From a Tank or Well If the system has been pickled or stored or contains cleaning compounds, use the “New Sys- tem Startup” procedure. 1. Fill the tank if necessary. Extremely hard water may cause scale buildup, requiring more frequent cleaning.
- Page 14 Aquifer Operation continued... Purifying Salt Water From a Container or Tank If the system has been pickled or stored or contains cleaning compounds, use the “New System Startup” procedure. 1. Set up a system to supply feed water to the container. 2.
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Page 15: Short Term Storage Procedures
Short Term Storage Fresh Water Flush The purpose of the fresh water flush is to replace the raw water in the watermaker with fresh water whenever the system is not operating. The watermaker will last longer and operate better if it is always filled with fresh water between uses. If the watermaker is not used for more than five days it should be flushed again to ensure that the water inside stays fresh and oxygenated. -
Page 16: Introduction To Spectra Chemicals
Introduction to Storage 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. Note: Never use any chemicals with the system pressurized! Always open the pressure relief valve 1/2 turn. -
Page 17: Long Term Storage
Long Term Storage Procedures Watermakers are best run continuously. When not in use, biological growth in the membrane is the leading cause of membrane fouling. A warm environment will cause more growth than a cold environ- ment. If the system is to be left unused for more than five days, perform the following storage procedure. -
Page 18: Maintenance
Storage and Winterizing with Antifreeze The watermaker can be stored for up to one year in most climates using this procedure. 1. With at least 3 gallons (12 ltrs.) of chlorine-free fresh water in a bucket, perform a fresh water flush as described in the normal operation section. Run the feed pump until the bucket is empty. -
Page 19: Maintenance
Maintenance General Periodically inspect the entire system for leakage and chafe on the tubing and hoses. Repair any leaks you find as soon as practical. Some crystal formation around the Clark Pump blocks is normal. Wipe down any salt encrusted areas with a damp cloth. If any rust appears at the stainless steel fittings, clean them up promptly. -
Page 20: Membrane Cleaning
Oxides are very difficult to remove. 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. Contact Spectra Watermakers before removing a membrane. Membrane Cleaning For normal cleaning, the SC-3 Acid Cleaning Compound is used first, then the SC-2 Alkaline Cleaning Compound. - Page 21 Maintenance Continued… 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 to have the proper solution. About two gal- lons (8L) of water is already present inside an Aquifer system. This water has to be figured into the mixture.
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Page 22: Suggested Spares
Two Aquifer Support Kits and one replacement feed pump head. Longer than 6 months Additional filters, Offshore Cruising Kit consisting of; Clark Pump seals, O-rings, tools and membrane cleaning chemicals. Spectra Watermakers parts list: Part Number SC-1 STORAGE COMPOUND KIT-CHEM-SC1... -
Page 23: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Symptom Cause Remedy Feed pump runs but no pressure Feed pump air locked Open pressure relief valve to bleed the air then close to start Pressure relief valve open Close valve Feed pump starts but shuts down Prefilter excessively clogged Change filter on high pressure Closed valve or blockage in flow... -
Page 24: 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 25: Flow Test
Aquifer Flow Test The flow test is the most useful diagnostic test for system performance, and should be done before replacing or cleaning your membrane. Changes in production or water quality are nor- mally caused by something other than the membrane, unless the system has been left unused for a long time. -
Page 26: Service Bulletins
Aquifer Flow Test, continued….. 2. Divert the brine discharge, and the product water, both into the bucket. Feed flow (brine discharge and product combined) is usually expressed in Gallons Per Minute or Liters Per Minute. For the simplest and most accurate measurement, divert exactly 5 gallons or 20 liters, record the time, and calculate GPM or LPM as follows: 60/time in seconds x quantity of water = GPM or LPM Example:... - Page 27 ACCUMULATOR PRESSURE Your Spectra Watermakers is supplied with a pressure accumulator tank (PL-ACC-TK), which should be installed in the feed water line between the prefilters and the Clark Pump. The purpose of the feed line accumulator is to reduce the spikes in the feed pressure caused by the cycling of the Clark Pump.
- Page 28 PREFILTERS An Aquifer system uses a single 5 micron filter to clean the feed water of abrasive materials while the system is in operation. A carbon filter may be used to prevent the entrance of chlo- rine during fresh water flushing. During normal operation, the feed water is filtered in two stages.
- Page 29 SHURFLO PUMP WON’T RUN If the pump has power to it (the fan runs), but the pump won’t run, first check the pressure switch. The pressure switch (EL-FP-PS) is located on the wet end of the pump and has two red wires plugged into it.
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Page 30: Plastic Tube Fitting Instructions
ADJUST SHURFLO PRESSURE SWITCH The Shurflo feed pumps are equipped with a high pressure cut out switch (EL-FP-PS). This is the small black unit on the end of the wetted 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. -
Page 32: High Pressure Tube Fitting Assembly Instructions
Spectra High Pressure Tube Fitting Assembly Instructions The Aquifer 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 com- pression fitting is tightened, it compresses a ferrule onto the stainless tubing, fixing the ferrule permanently to the tube and holding the compression nut captive. - Page 33 Aquifer Part Numbers Front View Pump to Pressure Vessel CLARK PUMP Upper SS Tube: KIT-HP-10 PL-TB-HPTPVUS PRODUCT OUTLET STAINLESS STEEL HIGH FITTING PRESSURE ELBOW PL-SWF-1/8X1/4J PL-MTE-3/4SX1/2B Plate Bracket End Cap FM-PVB-PBE STAINLESS STEEL HIGH PRESSURE STRAIGHT FITTING PL-MTS-3/8X1/2B Rear View 3/4”-16 Straight Thread O-RING SO-FT-STF 3/4”-16S x 1/2”...
- Page 34 Aquifer Part Numbers, continued... EL-BAT-AQB AQUIFER BATTERY PL-MTS-3/8X1/2B EL-BAT-AQCG PL-HP-1/8 3/8"NPT X 1/2"TUBE AQUIFER BATTERY CHARGER 1/8" HEX PLUG NYLON FITTING ST. FT-PV-20 FM-PVB-PBE 20" HIGH PRESSURE PLATE BRACKET VESSEL FT-PV-ER MEMBRANE END RING...
- Page 35 Aquifer Part Numbers, continued... FT-FTH-10H HIGH PRESSURE FILTER FM-AQ-FBF HOUSING(BLACK) FILTER BRACKET FIXED (FASTEN TO CASE) PL-BSH-3/4X1/2N 3/4" X 1/2" HEX BUSHING FM-AQ-FBH REDUCER NYL FILTER BRACKET HINGE (FASTEN TO FILTER HOUSING) PL-SWF-1/2X1/2 1/2"NPT X 1/4" TUBE SWIVEL FITT ELL FT-FTC-5 5 MICRON FILTER FM-PVB-PBE...
- Page 36 Aquifer Part Numbers, continued... Feed Pump 12Volt, EL-FP-12V Feed Pump 24Volt EL-FP-24V 3/8”NPT X 5/8” Hose Barb El. PL-HBE-3/8X5/8 Feed Pump Pressure Switch EL-FP-PS Cooling Fan 12V, 24V KIT-FK-12,24 Feed Pump Heat Sink EL-FP-FPHS Pump Head Assembly W/Press. Switch PL-PMP-SFPH 1/8MPT X 1/4 TUBE EL PL-HBE-1/8X1/4 PRODUCT FLOW METER...
- Page 37 HP-TB-VEB-B HP-TB-VB HP-TB-VEB-A HP-CYL-CCA HP-TB-BV HP-CB-CB10, HP-CYL-SST HP-CYL-R HP-CYL-EC Not used...
- Page 38 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 39 Parts...
- Page 40 Parts HP-CYL-SST HP-CYL-PT PL-MTS-3/8X1/2B HP-CYL-CCA SO-HPP-ECCB HP-CYL-EC HP-CYL-R...
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