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PURELAB Option-S 7/15 - US Operator Manual...
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ELGA LabWater is a trading name of VWS (UK) Ltd. ELGA® is the global laboratory water brand name of Veolia Water. ELGA®, PURELAB®, MEDICA® and CENTRA® are trademarks of ELGA LabWater.
PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............1 Product Range ............. 1 Use of this Manual ..........1 Customer Support ..........1 HEALTH AND SAFETY NOTES ........2 Electricity .............. 2 Pressure ............... 2 Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) ..............
ELGA PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual 1. INTRODUCTION Product Range This Operator Manual has been prepared for the PURELAB Option-S US product models: PURELAB Option-S7 US PURELAB Option-S7 BP US (with boost pump) PURELAB Option-S15 US PURELAB Option-S15 BP US (with boost pump) Use of this Manual This manual contains full details on installation, commissioning and operation of the PURELAB Option-S US unit.
PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA 2. HEALTH AND SAFETY NOTES PURELAB Option-S US products have been designed to be safe, however, it is important that personnel working on these units understand any potential dangers. All safety information detailed in this handbook is highlighted as WARNING and CAUTION instructions.
ELGA PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual 3. PRODUCT AND PROCESS DESCRIPTION Product Description The PURELAB Option-S US water purification unit has been specifically designed to provide a supply of purified water equivalent in quality to water prepared by single-distillation, but without the high energy cost associated with distillation.
PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA Process Description The PURELAB Option-S US process links three purification technologies, reverse osmosis, adsorption and de-ionization and also incorporates an optional RO feed water boost pump. The unit is designed to operate from a good quality potable water supply, and produces either 7 or 15 liters per hour of purified reverse osmosis grade water which is collected in a treated water reservoir.
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ELGA PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual Temperature sensor Water quality sensor Outlet Outlet Drain Drain Feed water inlet Reservoir Reverse Reverse Osmosis Osmosis LC143 LC143 Purified water outlet Strainer Inlet Inlet Solenoid Flow controller Ion-exchange Boost cartridge Pre-treatment pump LC141 LC140 (optional)
PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA Technical Specifications The Technical Specifications for the PURELAB Option-S US are as follows: Feedwater PURELAB Option-S 7 US PURELAB Option-S 15 US Feedwater Source Quality Potable mains water supply Potable mains water supply Fouling Index-maximum Total Dissolved Solids-maximum 1400µS/cm...
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ELGA PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual Electrical Requirements Mains input 100-240V ac, 50-60Hz all models System voltage 24V dc Power consumption with boost pump 43VA Power consumption without boost pump 19VA Fuses 2 x T3.15 Amp Reservoir level connection Jack Plug 3.5mm Noise level <45 dBA...
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PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA Special Features Low noise levels – minimum intrusion Flow rate upgradable Optional internal boost pump for low pressure feed waters Optional printer kit for record of operating parameters Optional remote display Technologies Purification Methods Adsorption Reverse osmosis Ion-exchange...
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ELGA PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual PURELAB Option-S US Reverse Osmosis Capacity Charts Option S-7 Pressure (bar) Graph 1 - Nominal Flowrate vs Inlet Pressure for PURELAB Option-S7 US Option S-15 Pressure (bar) Graph 2 - Nominal Flowrate vs Inlet Pressure for PURELAB Option-S15 US PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Version 1 08/14 Page 9...
PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA 4. CONTROLS The PURELAB Option-S US operates with a tactile membrane touch Process button pad control panel which has a graphics display window and three program function control buttons. Details of how to use the controls will be given in the appropriate sections.
ELGA PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual 5. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unpacking the PURELAB Option-S US The following items should be supplied with your PURELAB Option-S 1. PURELAB Option-S US unit 2. Cartridge Pack LC141 3. Installation kit (LA513 or LA506) 4.
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PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA Electrical The unit can be connected universally to any electrical supply in the range of 100 - 240V and 50 - 60Hz. The mains lead is Mains power socket supplied with a molded plug on one end and a molded Fuse connector to the unit on the other.
ELGA PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual Connecting up the PURELAB Option-S US Once the PURELAB Option-S US unit has been positioned either on Outlet to a wall or on a bench, it should be connected as follows: reservoir • Mains water inlet tube Blank •...
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PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA Step 2 - Connect Electrical Supply Mains power socket 1. PLUG mains lead into the socket on the left hand side of the PURELAB Option-S US unit. Fuse 2. PLUG mains lead into mains socket. ON/OFF switch Mains power lead...
ELGA PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual Initial Controller Set-Up The PURELAB Option-S US control panel is fitted with three control buttons. These are: 1. The PROCESS button, which switches the purification process ON and OFF. 2. Two software controlled touch pad buttons which are used to control set-up and process control Process button functions.
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PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA Step 4 - Water Purity Unit Setting MegaOhm MicroSiemen This screen enables the preferred water purity unit of measure to be set, to either, MΩ.cm or µS/cm. Once selected, all future water purity measurements will be displayed with your unit of choice.
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ELGA PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual Step 2 - Pre-treatment Cartridge Replacement Timer Setting this screen will cause the pre-treatment cartridge timer to reset to the preset value of 4380 hours (6 months). Press to jump to the next consumable or to initiate reset.
PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA Initial Start Up 1. THE PURELAB Option-S US should be installed correctly as described in Section 5. 2. TURN on the feedwater supply to the unit and adjust inlet pressure. PURELAB Option-S US will operate on a feedwater pressure between 4.0 bar (60 psi) and 6.0 bar (90 psi).
ELGA PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual 6. OPERATION The PURELAB Option-S US will run automatically and will signal alarm conditions to ensure prompt efficient system management and corrective action. Note: To ensure that water purity remains at a high level it is important to leave the unit in process mode.
PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA 7. MAINTENANCE Any maintenance work not detailed in this handbook should be carried out by an approved supplier or distributor. If further information is required on any aspect of maintenance please contact Customer Service.
ELGA PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual Replacing the LC140 Pre-treatment Cartridge The pre-treatment cartridge should be replaced when indicated by the change reminder. Step 1 - Switch Unit Off 1. SWITCH the PURELAB Option-S US off at the power switch at the top left hand side of the unit. 2.
PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA Replacing the LC141 Ion-exchange Cartridge Pack Ion-exchange The ion-exchange cartridge pack should be replaced in the following cartridge circumstances: • The water purity alarm indicates that the water quality has fallen below the preset value and that the pack probably requires changing.
ELGA PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual Cleaning the Inlet Strainer The Inlet Strainer should be checked and cleaned every six months to ensure that the strainer does not become clogged. Step 1 - Remove the Inlet Strainer 1. SWITCH OFF electrical supply. 2.
PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA 8. TROUBLE SHOOTING This section highlights the problems that could occur with the PURELAB Option-S US unit and how to rectify them. The unit will normally sound an alarm and the respective icons will flash. The alarm sound can be silenced by pressing the mute button.
ELGA PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual 9. CONSUMABLES AND ACCESSORIES Consumable Maximum Maximum Service Life* Shelf Life LC140 (Pre-treatment cartridge) 6 months 2 years LC143 (Reverse Osmosis cartridge Typical life 2 years module) 2-3 years LC141 (Ion-exchange cartridge Pack) 6 months 2 years LC136** (Composite Vent Filter)
ELGA PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual 10.4 Quality and Standby Alarms Screen Description Process on and water purity alarm Standby and purity alarm Standby PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Version 1 08/14 Page 27...
PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA 11. WARRANTY/CONDITIONS OF SALE ELGA LabWater is a trading name of VWS (UK) Ltd. General Limited Warranty VWS (UK) Ltd. warrants the products manufactured by it against defects in materials and workmanship when used in accordance with applicable instructions for a period of one year from the date of shipment for the products.
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ELGA PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual In the event of a breach of the foregoing warranty, VWS (UK) Ltd. sole obligation shall be to repair or replace, at its option, any product or part thereof that proves to be defective in materials or workmanship within the warranty period, provided the customer notifies VWS (UK) Ltd.
PURELAB Option-S 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA 12. USEFUL CONTACT DETAILS ELGA LabWater Lane End Industrial Park High Wycombe Bucks HP14 3BY Tel: +44 (0) 203 567 7300 Fax: +44 (0) 203 567 7205 E-mail: techsupport@elgalabwater.com For the address of your nearest ELGA LabWater Sales and Service office visit the country list on our website http://www.elgalabwater.com or contact ELGA at the number above.
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