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AC PRO AUTOMATIC COMPACT – D90 to D200
90 to 200 liters/hour – 230V (or 400V)
ASSEMBLY AND USER MANUAL
Dessalator®
ZI des 3 Moulins
282 rue des Cistes
06600 Antibes, France
www.dessalator.com
contact@dessalator.com
AC PRO AUTO COMPACT D90 to D200 v3.2 EN (01/23)
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  • Page 1 AC PRO AUTOMATIC COMPACT – D90 to D200 90 to 200 liters/hour – 230V (or 400V) ASSEMBLY AND USER MANUAL Dessalator® ZI des 3 Moulins 282 rue des Cistes 06600 Antibes, France www.dessalator.com contact@dessalator.com AC PRO AUTO COMPACT D90 to D200 v3.2 EN (01/23)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Spare Parts ............................25 Appendix A1: How do watermakers work? ..................26 Appendix A2: Mounting of the DESSALATOR® high-pressure nozzles ..........27 Appendix A3 : Manual Rinsing Procedure ................... 28 Appendix A4 : Instructions for the Sterilizing Cartridge ............... 29 Appendix A5 : Troubleshooting ......................
  • Page 3: Copyright / Disclaimer

    Copyright / Disclaimer Dessalator® ZI des 3 Moulins, 282 rue des Cistes Bâtiment Euro 92 06600 Antibes, France www.dessalator.com contact@dessalator.com +33 4 93 95 04 55 AC PRO AUTO COMPACT D90 à D200 v3.2 EN Page 3...
  • Page 4: List Of Components

    List of Components Vanne de coque Ø Must be placed as low as possible in the boat so as to avoid drawing in any air. Ø Must be installed towards the back for a motorboat, or centered near the keel for a sailboat.
  • Page 5 DO NOT PLACE THE PUMP WHERE THERE IS A RISK OF WATER SPRAYING Front Control Panel The control panel is incorporated into the chassis (COMPACT version). It is used to manage the operation of the watermaker and is made up of the following elements A high-pressure manometer.
  • Page 6 Motor/Pump Block Ø The HP motor/pump block allows seawater to be pushed to 60-65 Bars. Ø Composed of the 230 or 400 Volts motor. Ø Must be installed in a ventilated space. Ø The engine block is incorporated in a frame with the integrated control panel for the COMPACT version.
  • Page 7: Assembly

    The length of each part is to be determined according to the distance of the different element. Ø 4 special DESSALATOR® fittings* for high-pressure piping (see assembly procedure in Appendix A2). § * Including one 90° elbow fitting for the back of the control panel, which can swivel 360°.
  • Page 8: Seawater Intlet

    2) Seawater intlet Seawater inlet valve Ø The strainer should be placed as low as possible beneath the waterline so that it does not draw in any air. It should be placed far from the discards. Ø Pierce the hull with a Ø 21mm hole saw. Ø...
  • Page 9 Cartridge pre-filter block Ø The prefilter must also be installed beneath the waterline to ensure a better yield/output. It must be easy to access Ø The fixing bracket is reversible to allow you to adjust the installation height. Ø Piping connections must be made with Tricoflex Ø15 mm (inside diameter), for the entire seawater system as well as the pressurized rinsing system à...
  • Page 10: Motor/Pump Block

    3) Motor/Pump Block Ø To ensure optimal production, the assembly of the high-pressure motor block must be completed as low as possible in the boat, in a horizontal position and in an area protected from water sprays. Ø Use the 2 stainless steel legs under the 2 motors to fix the motor block.
  • Page 11: Electric Connections

    4) Electric connections WARNING! Never work with the power on! Turn off the power of your entire system. The 230V (or 400V) motor connection: Pre-pump connection : AC PRO AUTO COMPACT D90 à D200 v3.2 EN Page 11...
  • Page 12: Membrane Block

    5) Membrane Block Ø The membrane block should preferably be mounted horizontally (on the base or side). A vertical position might lead to a yield/output loss over time. Ø Fastening is done using self-tapping screws in the stainless steel brackets Ø...
  • Page 13: Control Panel

    6) Control Panel The control panel must be mounted on a vertical panel. Ensure unrestricted access to the back of the control panel, this will make connections easier. You should place it in a place where the light indicators are visible. Example: below or on the sides of cupboards, under the chart or centre table, on the front panel of a rear berth etc.
  • Page 14: Mini-Command (Optional)

    7) Mini-Command General presentation: The Dessalator® Mini Remote Control Dessalator allows you to monitor the watermaker and turn it off. You can start and shut down the machine simply by pressing a single button on the Mini Remote Control. The 3 light indicators on the Mini Remote control have the same functions as the 3 lights on the watermaker itself.
  • Page 15: Start-Up

    Start-Up 1) Precautions before start-up WARNING! Before starting-up, check that the valves are open Mandatory Ø When using the device for the first time, after changing the filter, after the boat has been grounded or stopped for a long time, you should flush the system using fresh water by operating the three-way valve on the prefilter (see Appendix A3).
  • Page 16: Starting-Up The Watermaker

    2) Starting-up the watermaker Automatic mode: The AUTOMATIC product range is equipped with a motorized knob regulator to adjust the pressure. Ø Simply set the switch AUTO and press the START button or on the Mini-Command remote press button (follow the procedure in paragraph 5). Ø...
  • Page 17 Manual mode: Follow the procedure below Ø Set the switch to MANUAL and press the START button Ø The pre-pump starts, the needle on the low pressure manometer rises in the green zone. Ø Once the engine has started, gradually turn the pressure regulator knob to the right to increase the pressure towards the middle of the orange zone then continue...
  • Page 18: Stopping The Watermaker: Without Rinsing Of The Membranes

    3) Stopping the watermaker: without rinsing of the membranes It is not necessary to rinse your membranes if you use your watermaker regularly. Mode Automatique : Follow the procedure below Ø Set the switch to OFF or on the Mini-Command remote press on follow the procedure on the paragraph 6).
  • Page 19: Stopping The Watermaker : With Automatic Rinsing Of The Membranes

    4) Stopping the watermaker : with automatic rinsing of the membranes A rinsing must be carried out if the watermaker is not going to be used for more than 10 days. Automatic mode: After using the watermaker, do not turn it off. Ø...
  • Page 20 Manual mode: Follow the procedure below After using the watermaker, do not turn it off. Ø While the watermaker is still running, Start turning the knob of the pressure regulator (counterclockwise) to engage the rinsing mechanism, the pressure of the manometer will drop.
  • Page 21: Using The Mini-Command (Optional)

    5) Using the Mini-Command (included) Once you start-up the system for the first time using the control panel, you can use the Mini Remote Control to perform the following: monitor the state of the system, stop, schedule a delayed shutdown, perform a rinse or restart. Restarting the watermaker: Use the button on the Mini Remote Control until you hear 2 beeps.
  • Page 22: Operation

    Operation Membranes are delicate components Reverse osmosis membranes must be carefully maintained as they are the most sensitive parts of your system. Follow the instructions given to avoid damaging them and voiding the warranty. The nominal production capacity of the watermaker is given for a temperature of 25°C for seawater and depend on the salinity of the seawater in your navigation area.
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Maintenance WARNING! In case of risk of frost, we recommend emptying the flowmeter located on the control panel, disconnect the output pipe (blue) and blow or inject air into this pipe while alternating pressing on the small button of the solenoid valve located at the back of the control panel.
  • Page 24: Sterilizing The Membranes

    3) Sterilizing the membranes Membranes sterilizing procedure 1. Easy method using the ST2 sterilization cartridge (reusable): We have developed a sterilization cartridge that greatly facilitates handling. The instructions for this cartridge are given in Appendix 4. 2. Manual method without the ST2 sterilization cartridge: With the watermaker turned off, thoroughly rinse it for 10 minutes with fresh water using the 3-way valve on the prefilter.
  • Page 25: Spare Parts

    Spare Parts DESSALATOR® devices, which have a high reliability and long lifetime, generally do not require costly servicing. An accident is always possible (operation with low water level, accidental overpressure, impact, etc.). We keep the following spare and maintenance parts at your disposal: Ø...
  • Page 26: Appendix A1: How Do Watermakers Work

    Appendix A1: How do watermakers work? How does reverse osmosis work? Pressurized seawater enters the membranes which, similarly to "molecular sieves", only let the fresh water molecules pass. Most of the dissolved solid particles do not cross the membranes. These residues are evacuated with the discharge water.
  • Page 27: Appendix A2: Mounting Of The Dessalator® High-Pressure Nozzles

    Appendix A2: Mounting of the DESSALATOR® high-pressure nozzles 1. Screw the brass fitting onto the high-pressure hose counter-clockwisela all the way to the vertical mark on the outside of the fitting. 2. Place the brass plug in the stainless steel nut and tighten it firmly: 3.
  • Page 28: Appendix A3 : Manual Rinsing Procedure

    The valve is in the fresh water position for manually rinsing the circuit with fresh water or for performing sterilization (see below). Your DESSALATOR® is equipped with automated rinsing, here is the procedure to follow if you choose manual rinsing...
  • Page 29: Appendix A4 : Instructions For The Sterilizing Cartridge

    Appendix A4 : Instructions for the Sterilizing Cartridge With the watermaker OFF : Ø Close the seawater inlet valve. Ø Open the sterilizing cartridge: be careful not to lose the O-ring Ø Remove the top screen. Ø Place the foam at the bottom of the filter. Ø...
  • Page 30: Appendix A5 : Troubleshooting

    Appendix A5 : Troubleshooting AC PRO AUTO COMPACT D90 à D200 v3.2 EN Page 30...
  • Page 31: Appendix A6 : Guide Of The Indicator Lights Of The

    Appendix A6 : Guide of the Indicator Lights of the Mini-Command and Micro-Command AC PRO AUTO COMPACT D90 à D200 v3.2 EN Page 31...
  • Page 32: Appendix A7 : Circuit Diagram Of The Electronic Board

    Appendix A7 : Circuit diagram of the electronic board AC PRO AUTO COMPACT D90 à D200 v3.2 EN Page 32...
  • Page 33: Appendix A8 : Schematic Drawing

    Appendix A8 : Schematic drawing AC PRO AUTO COMPACT D90 à D200 v3.2 EN Page 33...
  • Page 34 Dessalator® ZI des 3 Moulins, 282 rue des Cistes Bâtiment Euro 92 06600 Antibes, France www.dessalator.com contact@dessalator.com +33 4 93 95 04 55 AC PRO AUTO COMPACT D90 à D200 v3.2 EN Page 34...

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