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Spectra Watermakers LB-1800C Installation And Operating Manual

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LB-1800C
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Watermakers with Spectra 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
www.spectrawatermakers.com
Updated August 2019 from S/N 5566

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  • Page 1 LB-1800C LB-2800C LB-4000C Watermakers with Spectra 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 www.spectrawatermakers.com Updated August 2019 from S/N 5566...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Part 1 Installation Page Number Getting Started ……………………………………. ……… 5 Quick Start ………………………………………………….. 6 Installation…………………………………………………... 7-11 Tank Switch Installation ……………………………………. 12 Operation New Systems Start Up and Testing……………………….14-16 Sensor Calibration…………………………………………..17-20 Networking…………………………………………………… 21-22 Normal operation……………………………………………..23-26 Auto Store……………………………………………………..27 Service & Maintenance Long Term Storage Procedures …………………………..
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  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Spectra Watermakers Land Based Desalination Systems are shipped pre-tested and pickled with propylene glycol for shipment. The system is ready for installation with the options specified with your order.

  • Page 6: Quick Start

    Spectra Connect Quick Start Guide When you first power up the system, you will get a warning message, asking if the sys- tem has been stored with chemicals. If the system has been pickled, winterized, this is the first startup, or the condition of the system is unknown, go to COMMISSIONING or serious damage may occur.

  • Page 7: Installation

    INSTALLATION The LB series watermakers must be protected from direct sun and weather. UV from the sun will degrade the hoses, tubes and fittings used in the system. It is recommend- ed that the unit be under a roof in a permeant enclosure with good ventilation and drain- age.
  • Page 8 INSTALLATION Feed Water Inlet Feed water must be supplied to the feed water in- let at a minimum pressure of 20psi (1.3bar) and a Minimum Available Flow Rate of 6.5gpm (24.5lpm). Silt density must be less than 3 SDI. If the water supply has a lot of silt in it a settling tank and or media filters are recommended.
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION Control System Overview Control Box Electrical Cables All connections to the control box are clearly labeled next to the corresponding connector. Be sure to use a properly sized circuit breaker between the equipment and the power source. Use a length of SO cable to connect to the power source.
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION Control System Overview Connecting the Spectra Connect control board to an Ethernet Switch or a LAN port on your wireless router will allow the system to be controlled from any mobile device. Initial power-up When power is first applied to the unit the main breaker (Emergency Shut-Off) should be in the off position.
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION Control System Overview VFD Speed controls The VFD for the Pearson Pump is mounted for easy access. This speed control is configured for the line voltage indicated on your order and it converts this to 3 phase output which allows for speed control. It also provides “soft start”...

  • Page 12: Tank Switch Installation

    Tank Switch or Level Sensor Installation Factory Supplied Tank Switches There are two types of tank float switches available depending on your installation re- quirements. Often making an assembly as pictured below (right) is a good solution as there is only a single penetration and it can be above the high water level. Top mounted float switch EL-SWT-LV Side mounted float switch EL-SWT-SMLV Refer to the wiring diagrams for the Terminal Block...
  • Page 13 Optional Tank Level Sensor Installation The optional Tank Level sensor allows even greater control of your ship’s fresh water systems. This unique level monitoring system requires no holes to be drilled into your tank while measuring tank volume with greater accuracy than a standard resistive float. Turn off the ship’s domestic water system, close the fresh water supply valve at the water tank, then bleed off the pressure by opening a tap in the galley or head sink.

  • Page 14: New Systems Start Up And Testing

    New System Start-Up and Testing Use this procedure when the system contains preservative or cleaning chemicals. Warning! Damage will occur if the system is not purged of the stor- age chemicals before pressurizing the system. 1. First Check that: Brine discharge is directed to a suitable location. The •...
  • Page 15 New System Start-Up and Testing continued... 6. The system will start purging and the display will show the progress and time remaining for the purge cycle. 7. Note that the Filter Pressure gauge is after the electric feed valve so it will only read feed pressure when the system has been started (so the feed valve opens and shows the feed (boost) pressure, which should be about 20 psi during opera- tion.
  • Page 16 New System Start-Up and Testing continued... 10. After the purge sequence the display will alarm with the message “Close pressure relief valve.” Close the valve and proceed by pressing Ok to resume the Purge Cycle running pressurized and purging the prod- uct water to drain.

  • Page 17: 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 condi- tions. If the system has just been installed you must calibrate the Pre-filter Con- dition graph before proceeding.
  • Page 18 Tank Level Sensor Calibration (with optional transducer installed) Installing the optional tank level sensor (EL-SSR-5PSI) will allow the control to display tank levels in up to two tanks. Follow the steps below to enter the calibration sequence for the optional Tank Level Sensor(s). The tank needs to be full to proceed with the calibration process and you need to measure the approximate height of the tank.
  • Page 19 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. A handheld salinity meter (or other reliable device) is required to perform this calibra- tion as you need to confirm the salinity of the product water.
  • Page 20 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. 1.

  • Page 21: Networking

    Networking Your Spectra Connect is equipped with state of the art networking options to allow the maximum 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 22 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 (LAN).

  • Page 23: Normal Operation

    Normal Operation If the system has been pickled or stored with chemicals, use the New System Startup procedure. 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. 1.
  • Page 24 Normal Operation—Cont’d….. 5. The system will now begin the start sequence and will count down to the pump starting. Pressing ‘Stop’ will stop the sequence and bring you back to the Main Menu. Once the Boost Pressure reaches the minimum threshold, the system starts oper- ating and you will be taken directly to the Main Dashboard which shows the current status.
  • Page 25 Normal Operation—Cont’d….. 9. When the Run Cycle completes, the system will start the Fresh Water Flush cycle. If you stop the system (interrupting the run cycle) the system will also start a flush cycle. The system must be FRESH WATER FLUSHED AFTER EACH USE, or serious damage can occur.
  • Page 26 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 re- duce power consumption, lower the membrane pressure, or prolong filter life.

  • Page 27: Auto Store

    Auto Store Warning! Proper understanding of the Spectra flush system and the fresh water sys- tem is mandatory for extended use of Auto Store. The Auto Store function flushes the watermaker at programmed intervals. As long as the watermaker is flushed with fresh water every 5 days you need not store the system with chemicals.

  • Page 28: Long Term Storage Procedures

    Long Term Storage Procedures Watermakers are best run frequently (every other day is ideal), biological growth in the membrane is the leading cause of membrane fouling. A warm environment will cause faster growth than a cold environment. The fresh water flush system will great- ly reduce biological growth but may not stop it completely in certain conditions.
  • Page 29 Long Term Storage Procedures Storage Procedure: SC-1 powdered preservative (good for 6 months): 1. Fill a bucket with 3 gallons of fresh unchlorinated water. Mix 2 containers of the SC-1 stor- age chemical compound into the water in the bucket. Note that it will take about an hour for all the chemical to dissolve.

  • Page 30: 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 salt crystal formation around the Spectra-Pearson Pump blocks is normal. Wipe down any salt encrusted areas with a damp cloth.
  • Page 31 The acid cleaner should be used first. 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 32: Oil Changes

    Oil Changes GEARCASE LUBE OIL Use only 5W-30 synthetic oil in Spectra-Pearson Pump crankcase. Do not overfill the crankcase with oil. Check oil condition and level frequently. The oil should be changed every 5000 hours of operation or annually, whichever comes first. ™...

  • Page 33: Tube Fitting Information

    Black Parker tube fittings...
  • Page 34 John Guest Super Speedfit Fittings...

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting Procedures

    Troubleshooting Spectra Connect Alarms REMEDY PROBABLE CAUSE SYMPTOMS Pump runs constantly, will • • Toggle switch on motor Turn switch on motor speed con- not turn off speed control or the Service trol to AUTO, Service speed to off Speed switch is on •...
  • Page 36 Troubleshooting Spectra Connect Alarms SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY • • Pressure relief valve open Close pressure relief valve “System Stalled” • • alarm is caused ty the roto- Intake thru-hull closed Check thru-hull flow not reading properly, if • • Airlocked system Purge air no product flow the system...
  • Page 37 Troubleshooting Spectra Connect REMEDY PROBABLE CAUSE SYMPTOMS • Connect the control board to a • Control board not connect- Device IP in Support Menu router or switch according to ed to router or switch reads ‘NIL’ the Networking instructions • Control board not receiving •...

  • Page 38: Spectra Connect Overview

    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 ad- vanced settings options available. Always use caution when changing any factory default settings, as serious dam- age can occur.
  • Page 39 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 de- faults for that configuration.

  • Page 40: Dealer Access Settings

    Dealer Access Point—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 41 Dealer Access Point—Settings cont... 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 42 Dealer Access Point—Settings cont... 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 43: Alarm & Fault Explanations

    Handling Spectra Connect Alarms or Faults Faults are (potentially 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 44: Bulletins

    Operation and Repair Bulletins The following documents are sections of our complete service bulletin set available on our website Spectrawatermakers.com. Technical Support, - Service Bulletins. MB-2 MEMBRANE CARE Membrane life is affected by a large number of factors and is somewhat unpredictable, however five or six years of use is typical.
  • Page 45 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 46 MB-5 MEMBRANE CLEANING WITH DETERGENT If the membrane has been fouled with oil it may be possible to save it by cleaning with dish soap such as Joy. Do not use anything that contains bleach. You will need a lot of chlorine free fresh water so either use unchlorinated product water of get a carbon filter that will handle 6 gpm (23 lpm) Use the “Membrane Cleaning Procedure”...
  • Page 47 BAD SMELLING PRODUCT WATER The reverse osmosis membrane is permeable by many gases including hydrogen sul- fide, the gas that causes rotten egg smell. If there are bad odors in the feed water they will go through the membrane and the product water will be affected. Usually the source of the odor is from the decay of plankton trapped in the sea strainer and pre- filters These tiny oxygen loving creatures soon suffocate and die inside the pre-filter...

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