Goodway GDS-15-PH Operating And Maintenance Instructions Manual

Goodway GDS-15-PH Operating And Maintenance Instructions Manual

Descaling system with automatic ph control

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GDS-15-PH
Goodway Descaling System
With Automatic Ph Control
Operating and
Maintenance
Instructions
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  • Page 1 GDS-15-PH Goodway Descaling System With Automatic Ph Control Operating and Maintenance Instructions Read before operating.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Thank you for purchasing Goodway’s GDS-15-PH Descaling System with Automatic pH Control. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you in the future. As with all Goodway products, you can be assured that the finest quality components and workmanship have gone into this machine.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Do not use the unit if it does not operate properly or has been damaged. Do not try to service the unit yourself - call Goodway for assistance. Service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury and voids the warranty.
  • Page 4 Refer to SDS at all times for safety information. WARNING: Don’t assume chemical compatibility – if a chemical other than Goodway’s ScaleBreak® is used you must ensure that the chemical will not damage the internal components (pump, plumbing, valves, etc) of the unit. A full chemical compatibility check must be done first.
  • Page 5: Warranty Information

    This allows for the fastest cleaning by keeping the pH at the optimal level. The GDS-15-PH will also alert you if the chemical pump has not been activated for a period of one hour – meaning the pH of the ScaleBreak® Descaling Solution has been constant and that most of the scale has probably been dissolved.
  • Page 6: Parts Breakdown

    • The GDS-15-PH Descaling System with Automatic pH Control comes with one (1) GDS-15-PH unit, two (2) 15’ (4.5 m) hoses with shut-off valves, one (1) pH Sensor Storage Solution bottle, and one (1) box of pH Calibration packets. Venting...
  • Page 7: Control Panel

    • If the circuit breaker trips, wait a few seconds then depress the button to reset. If the breaker keeps tripping, unplug unit and call Goodway at once. Chem Pump Lamp •...
  • Page 8: Overfill Alarm Lamp

    CONTROLLER (DS-03) • The pH Controller is the brains of the GDS-15-PH. It monitors the pH of the descaling solution and injects chemical whenever the pH rises above the setpoint. •...
  • Page 9: Plumbing Connections

    PLUMBING CONNECTIONS Venting Drum Connection Power Cord Control Valves Chemical Pickup Hose Valve #2 Pump Valve #3 Pump Valve #1 Drum Input Valve Output Valve Valve GDS-15-PH 0519...
  • Page 10: Process Safety Management [Psm] Procedure

    13. Rinsing and flushing of condenser units after cleaning. 14. Passivation procedures of condenser metallurgy by the plant after cleaning with corrosion inhibitors. 15. Inspection of cleaned system by plant personnel - boroscopes. GDS-15-PH 0519...
  • Page 11 Again, the unit to be cleaned must be absolutely isolated from other parts of any other system. Contact your Local Goodway local Rep. For specific details on dosage & recirculation times for your application. For systems that cannot be isolated by the closing of valves, isolation may be accomplished via other suggested methods –...
  • Page 12: Operating Instructions

    CAL opening on the pH Controller, and turn until the reading is correct. If you cannot calibrate the sensor it may be damaged - Call Goodway for more information. To Check the Calibration: Rinse pH Sensor with clean water. Open a 7.01...
  • Page 13: Ph Controller Setpoint

    Controller Setpoint The GDS-15-PH has been set at the factory for Normal Cleaning. This vcorresponds to a ratio of water to cleaner of approximately 2 to 1 (~70% water / 30% cleaner). To change the system Setpoint (for Heavy or Light Cleaning): Make sure the unit is plugged in and the GFCI is reset.
  • Page 14: Insert Ph Sensor

    Close all valves on the unit - Valve #1 (Drum Valve), Valve #2 (Pump Input Valve), Valve #3 (Pump Output Valve) Attach a hose to Valve #3. Make sure the hose valve is closed. Open Valve #3. With the Main Pump Switch off (down position), slide the pH Controller Switch to “ON”. GDS-15-PH 0519...
  • Page 15: Priming The Main Pump - Closed Vessel Descaling

    13. IMPORTANT: Both Hose Valves must always be submerged for proper operation. 14. Replace the lid on the Venting Drum. 15. Main pump is primed. IMPORTANT: Valve #1 (Venting Drum Valve) must be CLOSED for proper operation with an open vessel bath-type system. GDS-15-PH 0519...
  • Page 16: Filling A Closed Vessel With Scalebreak

    Fill the open vessel ½ way with water. Allow enough room for the introduction of ScaleBreak®. Place the Chemical Pickup Hose in the chemical bucket or drum. The system is now ready for automatic operation. Turn Main Pump On (up position) and slide pH Controller Switch to “Auto” GDS-15-PH 0519...
  • Page 17: Cleaning Cycle

    To prevent the overfilling of the Venting Drum if too much chemical is added, the GDS-15-PH are equipped with an “OVERFILL ALARM” Lamp. Also, the GDS-15-PH has an automatic chemical pump shut-off circuit.
  • Page 18: Neutralizing The Descaling Solution

    Typical minimum allowable pH is 5.5 to be able to be dumped into normal drains. Check with local, state and federal laws regarding the dumping of used descaling solution. Goodway’s ScaleBreak® may be neutralized with an acid neutralizing agent (e.g. sodium carbonate/soda ash). Slide pH Controller Switch to “OFF”.
  • Page 19: Ph Sensor Storage

    IMPORTANT: Use only RV antifreeze (propylene glycol-based). Automotive • antifreeze (ethylene glycol-based) may turn corrosive and damage the unit. • When using the unit after long term storage, flush with clean water before use. You can recover the antifreeze in the unit and reuse. GDS-15-PH 0519...
  • Page 20: Quick Start Guide

    10. Flip Main Power Switch to “ON” (up position). 11. Slide pH Controller Switch to “AUTO”. 12. If red "OVERFILL ALARM" lamp is lit, Venting Drum is full (on GDS-15-PH, chemical pump will be disabled). Drain some solution into a suitable container to continue.
  • Page 21: Accessories / Spare Parts

    Sensor Tip Cap DS-SENSOR-CAP pH Sensor Cam and Groove Cap Scalebreak-5 ScaleBreak® Descaling Solution, 5 Gallon Bucket Scalebreak-30 ScaleBreak® Descaling Solution, 30 Gallon Drum Scalebreak-55 ScaleBreak® Descaling Solution, 55 Gallon Drum Scalebreak-330 caleBreak® Descaling Solution, 330 Gallon Tote GDS-15-PH 0519...
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Max head: 72 ft (22m) Chemical Pump Output: 0.5 GPM (1.9 LPM) max (restricted) Dimensions Height 48" (1219mm) Width 26" (660mm) Length 31" (787mm) Weight 125 lbs (56.7 kg) (dry weight) Capacity 15 gallons (56.7 liters) GDS-15-PH 0519...
  • Page 23: Specifications

    (2m) - Chemical Pump (self-priming) Temperature Noise Level Other Hose Type 1-1/2” (38mm) PVC, self-supporting flexible hose, with shut-off valve Hose length 15 ft (4.5m) Accessories • pH Calibration Packets (pH 7.01 & pH 4.01) • pH Sensor Storage Solution GDS-15-PH 0519...
  • Page 24: Wiring Diagram - Gds-15-Ph (120 Volt)

    WIRING DIAGRAM – GDS-15-PH (120 VOLT) GDS-15-PH 0519...
  • Page 25: Wiring Diagram - Gds-15-Ph (240 Volt)

    WIRING DIAGRAM – GDS-15-PH (240 VOLT) GDS-15-PH 0519...
  • Page 26: Plumbing Diagram

    PLUMBING DIAGRAM GDS-15-PH 0519...
  • Page 27 DS-25 3” lg Nipple DS-22 DS-27 12” lg Nipple DS-29 FxF Elbow DS-26 6” lg Nipple DS-30 MxF Elbow DS-01 Main Pump DS-24 1-¾” lg Nipple DS-23 1-½” x ¾” Bushing DS-21 Male Connector DS-25 3” lg Nipple GDS-15-PH 0519...
  • Page 28 Visit: www.goodway.com P/N: MNL-GDS-15-PH ©Copyright 2018 Goodway Technologies Corp., Stamford, CT USA Effective date May 24, 2019 Goodway is a Trademark of Crossford International. Goodway reserves the right to improve products; contact the factory for the latest configuration and uses.

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