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  • Page 1 MEDICA-R 7/15 - US Operator Manual...
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 MEDICA-R 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page ii...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ......12 Unpacking the MEDICA-R 7/15 US ....12 Positioning the MEDICA-R 7/15 US ....12 Connecting up the MEDICA-R 7/15 US ..... 14 Initial controller set up ........17 Setting up display and replacement timers ..18 Initial start up .............
  • Page 6 MEDICA-R 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA WARRANTY/CONDITIONS OF SALE ......47 USEFUL CONTACT DETAILS ........49 MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page iv...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Use of this manual This manual contains full details on installation, commissioning and operation of the MEDICA-R 7/15 US unit. If this unit is used contrary MEDICA-R 7/15 US to the instructions in this handbook, then the safety of the user may be compromised.

  • Page 8: Health And Safety Notes

    Electricity It is essential that the electrical supply to the MEDICA-R 7/15 US is isolated before any items are changed or maintenance work Mains Power Supply performed. The ON/OFF switch is located at the left-hand side of the unit. The mains power lead is located just behind the ON /OFF switch.

  • Page 9: Control Of Substances Hazardous To Health (Coshh)

    Please refer to the manufacturer for material safety data sheets. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Material safety data sheets covering the various replaceable cartridges are available upon request. Contact your local supplier or distributor. MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 3...

  • Page 10: Product And Process Description

    The MEDICA-R 7/15 US can be bench or wall mounted with an optional wall mounting kit. A range of accessories are available to complement the unit (see Section 11.1 –...

  • Page 11: Process Description

    1.8 l/min. A graphics screen displays the system status and provides control by means of three function buttons. The water is processed and treated by the MEDICA-R 7/15 US unit as follows:  Potable water enters through a strainer and inlet solenoid valve at...
  • Page 12 MEDICA-R 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA Process Flow Diagram – MEDICA-R 7/15 US MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 6...

  • Page 13: Technical Specifications

    ELGA MEDICA-R 7/15 US Operator Manual Technical Specifications The specifications for the MEDICA-R 7/15 US system are as follows: Feedwater MEDICA-R 7 US MEDICA-R 15 US Feedwater Source Quality Potable mains water supply Potable mains water supply Fouling Index-maximum Total Dissolved Solids-maximum 1400S/cm...
  • Page 14 RS232 Remote display connection Volt free contact-internal Safety Features Power fail safe Boost pump protection from particulates Recirculation pump protection from particulates Low operating voltage 24V Audio visual alarms Adjustable alarm settings Emergency by-pass MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 8...
  • Page 15 Refer to flow tables outside these conditions. Subject to correct operating and maintenance procedures. As part of our policy of continual improvement we reserve the right to alter the specifications given in this document. MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 9...
  • Page 16 MEDICA-R 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA MEDICA-R 7/15 US Reverse Osmosis Capacity Charts Medica-R 7 US Graph 1 - Nominal Flowrate vs Inlet Pressure for MEDICA-R 7 US Medica-R 15 US Graph 2 - Nominal Flowrate vs Inlet Pressure for MEDICA-R 15 US MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 –...

  • Page 17: Controls

    Details of how to use the controls will be given in the appropriate sections. Control Button Function PROCESS Turns the process ON/OFF. The MEDICA-R 7/15 US control panel has a range of control icons as follows: Control Panel BUTTON ICON DESCRIPTION...

  • Page 18: Installation Instructions

    MEDICA-R 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA 5. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unpacking the MEDICA-R 7/15 US The following items should be supplied with your MEDICA-R 7/15 US: 1. MEDICA-R 7/15 US unit. 2. Cartridge pack LC141 3. By-pass block fitted in the unit 4.
  • Page 19 For pressurized feeds, the minimum direct inlet pressure is 4.0 bar (60 psi) and maximum inlet pressure is 6 bar (90 psi). Higher feed water pressures must be reduced using a pressure regulator valve (Part No. LA512). MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 13...

  • Page 20: Connecting Up The Medica-R 7/15 Us

    ELGA Outlet to Docking Connecting up the MEDICA-R 7/15 US Vessel/Reservoir Once the MEDICA-R 7/15 US unit has been positioned either on a wall or on a bench, it should be connected as follows:  Outlet to Mains water inlet tube Analyzer ...
  • Page 21 2. PLUG mains lead into mains socket. Electrical Connections Step 3 - Connect High/Low Level Switch to Reservoir 1. INSERT jack plug into the level control socket located at rear of unit & reservoir. Reservoir Level Connections MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 15...
  • Page 22 All tube connections 8mm (5/16”) Outlet to analyzer Isolating Sanitisation valve drain valve MEDICA-R 7/15 US Unit Installed with Docking Vessel/Reservoir Outlet to Docking Vessel/Reservoir Outlet to Analyzer Pump feed Pump and Drain Connections MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15...

  • Page 23: Initial Controller Set Up

    2. Two software controlled touch pad buttons which are used to control functions for set up and process control. When the MEDICA-R 7/15 US unit is started for the first time after installation the following steps should be followed in order to set up system preferences: Step 1 - Setting up menu options 1.

  • Page 24: Setting Up Display And Replacement Timers

    1. PRESS tick to jump to the next consumable or to initiate reset. 2. PRESS tick to reset timer or press to abort reset. Ion exchange cartridge timer 3. PRESS tick to jump to the next consumable. MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 18...
  • Page 25 1. PRESS tick to jump to the next consumable or to initiate reset. 2. PRESS tick to reset timer or press to abort reset. 3. PRESS tick to jump to the next consumable. 0.2µm Filter Replacement Timer MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 19...
  • Page 26 Pre-treatment cartridge replacement timer (hours remaining).  0.2µm filter replacement timer. Step 6 - Report printing (Only if connected to LA618) Water Conductivity Screen To print a report PRESS the icon. MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 20...

  • Page 27: Initial Start Up

    ELGA MEDICA-R 7/15 US Operator Manual Initial start up 1. The MEDICA-R 7/15 US should be installed correctly as described in Sections 5.1 to 5.4. 2. TURN ON the feedwater supply to the unit and adjust the inlet pressure. The MEDICA-R 7/15 US will operate on a feedwater pressure between 4.0 bar (60psi) and 6.0 bar (90psi).
  • Page 28 20. When the analyzer calls for water (i.e. its inlet valve is open) the system will operate and provide water. Bleed Nipple 0.2µm Capsule Filter Bleed Nipple MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 22...

  • Page 29: Operation

    ELGA MEDICA-R 7/15 US Operator Manual 6. OPERATION The MEDICA-R 7/15 US will run automatically and will signal alarm conditions to ensure prompt efficient system management and corrective action. During periods of non-use the unit will automatically operate in the intermittent mode to maintain water purity.
  • Page 30 This alarm condition will cause the process to turn off. CONNECT the reservoir level lead and PRESS the Reservoir Level process key to clear the alarm. Disconnect Alarm MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 24...

  • Page 31: Maintenance

    Customer Service. Identification of Consumables There are five types of unique replacement consumables designed for use in the MEDICA-R 7/15 US units and these are illustrated with the following part numbers: LC140 Pre-treatment cartridge LC141 Ion-exchange cartridge LC105 UV lamp LC125 0.2µm capsule filter...

  • Page 32: 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 MEDICA-R 7/15 US off at the power switch at the top left hand side of the unit. 2. ENSURE pressure has dissipated from the unit by waiting several minutes before proceeding.

  • Page 33: Replacing The Lc141 Ion-Exchange Cartridge Pack27

    Capsule filter & Bleed Nipple Step 1 - Switch unit off 1. SWITCH the MEDICA-R 7/15 US off at the power switch at the top left hand side of the unit. 2. RELIEVE any residual pressure from the system, by waiting several minutes before proceeding.
  • Page 34 9. After 20 minutes PRESS the PROCESS button to stop flow and RECONNECT the feed to the analyzer. 10. PRESS the PROCESS button to start the water purification. 11. CHECK the unit for leaks. 12. CLOSE front door. MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 28...

  • Page 35: Replacing The Lc105 Ultraviolet Lamp

    3. RELIEVE any residual pressure from the system by waiting several minutes before proceeding. UV Lamp Step 2 - Remove UV unit from MEDICA-R 7/15 US 1. OPEN the front door panel. 2. PULL UV unit out of the top and bottom retaining Location of UV Lamp Housing clips.

  • Page 36: Replacing The Lc125 0.2Μm Capsule Filter

    Immediately after use of the emergency by-pass. Step 1 - Switch unit off  m capsule filter 1. SWITCH the MEDICA-R 7/15 US off at the power (LC125) switch at the top left hand side of the unit. 2. RELIEVE any residual pressure from the system...

  • Page 37: Cleaning The Inlet Strainer

    2. REFIT tubes to inlet strainer, ENSURE it is facing in the correct direction. 3. REPOSITION the pre-treatment cartridge into its support clips. 4. RE-ESTABLISH inlet water supply 5. TURN on power. MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 31...

  • Page 38: Cleaning The Recirculation Strainer

    For information regarding the replacement of the LC143 reverse osmosis cartridge contact Customer Service. WARNING! ALL NEW RO CARTRIDGES CONTAIN TRACES BACTERIOSTATIC SOLUTION. CARTRIDGES WILL THEREFORE REQUIRE RINSING PRIOR TO USE. MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 32...

  • Page 39: Sanitization Procedures

    8.1.1 RO sanitization procedure The unit is sanitized to reduce the growth of microbiological contamination within the unit. The MEDICA-R 7/15 US has a built-in sanitization port, which allows the sterilant to be introduced into the water feeding the RO. Please read this entire section to become familiar with the procedure before you start.
  • Page 40 Step 5 - Fit By-pass Block 1. WET ‘O’ rings on by-pass block. 2. SLIDE by-pass block into unit. 3. ENSURE by-pass block is locked in place. Inserting Fit Sanitization By-pass Block MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 34...
  • Page 41 3. PLACE in storage area. Step 10 - Replace Ion-exchange Cartridge Pack Removing 1. INSERT ion-exchange cartridge into compartment. By-Pass Block 2. ENSURE the cartridge is locked in position. 3. CLOSE front door. MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 35...
  • Page 42 ELGA LabWater technical support or your local representative should be contacted for advice and assistance. It is recommended that only ELGA LabWater service personnel or other fully trained staff should perform the sanitization procedure for the docking vessel/reservoir MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 –...

  • Page 43: Tablet Sanitization

    Standard Sanitization The unit is sanitized to reduce the growth of microbiological contamination within the unit. The MEDICA-R 7/15 US has a built-in sanitization port, which allows the sterilant to be introduced into the water feeding the RO. Please read this entire section to become familiar with the procedure before you start.
  • Page 44 Step 5 - Fit By-pass Block 4. WET ‘O’ rings on by-pass block. 5. SLIDE by-pass block into unit. Removing 6. ENSURE by-pass block is locked in place. Inserting Fit Sanitization By-pass Block MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 38...
  • Page 45 6. PLACE in storage area. Step 10 - Replace Ion-exchange Cartridge Pack Removing 4. INSERT ion-exchange cartridge into compartment. By-Pass Block 5. ENSURE the cartridge is locked in position. 6. CLOSE front door. MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 39...
  • Page 46 ELGA LabWater technical support or your local representative should be contacted for advice and assistance. It is recommended that only ELGA LabWater service personnel or other fully trained staff should perform the sanitization procedure for the docking vessel/reservoir MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 –...

  • Page 47: Emergency By-Pass

    ELGA MEDICA-R 7/15 US Operator Manual 9. EMERGENCY BY-PASS The MEDICA-R 7/15 US has a built in emergency by-pass. Operation of the emergency by-pass is only recommended under extreme circumstances (e.g. electrical failure). The life of consumables will be reduced and it is recommended that the ion-exchange pack be replaced before and after use of the emergency by-pass.
  • Page 48 Once the unit has been repaired the unit must be returned to normal operation. 1. RE-CONNECT the mains supply to the inlet of the MEDICA-R 7/15 US and RE-ADJUST supply pressure. 2. ENSURE the emergency by-pass valve is closed inside the MEDICA-R 7/15 US and REPLACE right-hand cover.

  • Page 49: Trouble Shooting

    10. TROUBLE SHOOTING This section highlights the problems that could occur with the MEDICA-R 7/15 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. If the unit cannot be repaired using this manual please call either your supplier or the local distributor.

  • Page 50: Consumables And Accessories

    LA607 RS232 Printer kit LA618 RS 232 Remote display kit LA619 Chlorine test kit TEST30679 Docking Vessel - DV25 LA621 Pre-filter (if boost pump fitted) LA582 Wall mounting kit DV25 LA591 MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 44...

  • Page 51: Key To Control Panel

    Preset Ion-exchange cartridge 4380 hours (= 6 months) UV lamp 8760 hours (= 12 months) Pre-treatment cartridge 4380 hours (= 6 months) 0.2 micron capsule filter 4380 hours (= 6 months) MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 45...

  • Page 52: Low Reservoir Level, Poor Water Quality And Standby Screens

    MEDICA-R 7/15 US Operator Manual ELGA 12.4 Low Reservoir Level, Poor Water Quality and Standby Screens Screen Description Low level alarm Process on and water purity alarm Standby position MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 46...
  • Page 53 ELGA MEDICA-R 7/15 US Operator Manual 13. 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 materials workmanship when used accordance with applicable instructions for a period of one year from the date of shipment for the products.
  • Page 54 VWS (UK) Ltd. warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship as described in the Warranty statement on the preceding pages. MEDICA-R 7/15 US Version 2 – 10/15 Page 48...
  • Page 55 +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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