4.5 E LECTRIC CONNECTIONS ..........................27 4.5.1 R EMOTE CONTROL PANEL MOUNTING ......................27 4.5.2 E (MODULAR 150 230V AC) ............28 LECTRIC CONNECTIONS WIRES 4.5.3 E (230V AC) ....................30 LECTRIC LAYOUT SCHEME 5. FUNCTIONING AND USE ..........................31 5.1 C...
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8. SUGGESTED SPARE PARTS ......................... 50 8.1 S HORT TERM CRUISING ........................... 50 8.2 L ONG TERM CRUISING ............................. 50 8.3 ERS SPARE PARTS ............................51 8.4 A DDITIONAL SPARES ............................52 Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
This symbol indicates accident prevention regulations for the operator and / or for any exposed persons. CAUTION: This symbol indicates that there is the possibility of damaging the system and / or its components. NOTE: This symbol indicates useful information. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
All rights of reproduction of this manual are reserved to SCHENKER ITALIA. This manual cannot be transferred to third parties without the written authorization of SCHENKER ITALIA.
In case of repairs under guarantee performed by our technicians on the customer vessel, the faulty parts replacement cost will be at Schenker's expense, while manpower and travel expenses will be charged to the customer. The guarantee does not include faults caused by negligence in operating, maintenance and installation of the device (if not carried out by an authorised Schenker Service point).
2.4 Identification of the unit All the watermakers manufactured by Schenker Italia can be identified by a serial number printed on a label which is pasted upon the aluminium frame near the manometer. The same serial number is also recorded on the central black block of the energy recovery system (ERS).
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ATTENTION Different legislations are in force in the different countries, therefore the prescriptions imposed by the laws and by the agencies designated by the Countries must be observed. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
The watermaker unit is transported in a cardboard box. In the following table dimension and weight are indicated. MATERIALS HANDLING fig. 3-1 Model L cm. W cm. H cm. Weight Kg. Modular 150 Packaging dimensions and weight tab.3-1 Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
3.3 Packaging 3.3.1 Packaging contents PACKAGING (picture is for reference only) FIG. 3-2 MODULAR 150 Watermaker Pump group Active carbon filter with electrovalve White filter key Mesh filter Non-return valve with Tee fitting...
Do not store the unit under temperature of 5°C and above 40°C. DOCUMENTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING picture is for reference only FIG. 3-3 3.5 Technical data WATERMAKER GROUP WATERMAKER DIMENSIONS FIG. 3-4 Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
(electric safety requirements) 3.6 Features of the product The water produced by a Schenker plant, produced from clean seawater has a high purity, but the potability may not be guaranteed as bacterium may be present in the watermaker, caused by non-observance of shutdown and cleaning procedures.
Functioning principles The Schenker watermakers, as alternative to the high-pressure pumps of traditional systems, utilizes the ENERGY RECOVERY SYSTEM patented device, which amplifies the pressure of common low-pressure pumps, and recoup all the hydraulic energy back from the membranes, allowing a high energy efficiency.
13 bar. In this case a high-pressure alarm is activated on the control panel. Pump box. Plastic Box with all the electric connections for the power supply of motor, motherboard, pressure switches, remote panel and electrovalve. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
3.8.2 Watermaker group WATERMAKER GROUP FIG. 3-7 Manometer Reverse osmosis membrane Flowmeter Depressurization valve WATERMAKER GROUP (COMPONENTS) FIG. 3-8 Signal pressure switch Fresh water Reset valve Positioner knob Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
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Depressurization valve. It is used for the air bleeding of the unit. It is recognizable by a blue lever and it is located on the right SS fitting of the membrane. Its function is to depressurize the system and to allow the Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO -...
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In normal condition they have to be switched off. COMPUTER BOX FIG. 3-10 Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
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IN – from membrane outlet OUT – tank connection OUT – discharge connection Probe TEE DISCHARGE CONNECTION FIG. 3-12 Connection from diverting valve Outboard discharge Discharge from the watermaker *Optional Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
Mesh filter. The machine is equipped with a mesh filter to protect the pump from macro sediments. This is placed between the seacock and the pump. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
Once individuate the correct installation solution, it is recommended to first make a schematic draft of the hydraulic and electric connection, and attach them to the present manual for future needs as first reference. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
For a correct installation of the watermaker it is necessary to arrange the following water intake and discharge out of the board: • Seawater intake. • Fresh water intake for washing. • Brine discharge. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
• No air is collected in the filter INSTALLATION NOTES The filter has to be connected next to the through-hull fittings, and must be easily accessible for inspection. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
It is possible to use offtakes from existing water discharge apparatuses, provided that: • (alternatively) It is not the engine cooling water drain or apparatuses that drain out water with elevated pressure. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
. For this section is necessary to use a good quality PN 20 min. reinforced hose. An inadequate hose could burst, jeopardizing seriously the safety of the vessel. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
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The pump has to be placed as close as possible to the seawater intake and as low as possible respect to the seawater level; furthermore, it is recommended to avoid long and windy path of the connection hoses. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
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It is possible, in case of metal tanks, to make a ¼” threaded hole to connect the supplied male connector. Another option is to Tee into the tank air vent hose.There are no particular limits on the connection length. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
The remote control panel can be connected through the pre-wired multiple cable of a 10mt standard length provided. It is possible to require to the factory a longer cable if necessary. REMOTE CONTROL PANEL fig. 4-9 Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
150M230.T.2021 4.5.2 Electric connections: wires (MODULAR 150 230V AC) The electric connectors are positioned inside the small electric box connected to the computer box. The power supply, coming from the power generator, needs to be connected to the specifical terminals of the pump box.
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4 – MOUNTING AND INSTALLATION COD. 150M230.T.2021 WIRING LOGIC SCHEME 230 VAC FIG. 4-4 Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
4 – MOUNTING AND INSTALLATION COD. 150M230.T.2021 4.5.3 Electric layout scheme (230V AC) ELECTRIC MAIN BOX SCHEME MODULAR 150 230V AC FIG. 4-5 Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
STOP is used as well for an emergency stop, by pressing it for 5 seconds: in this case the watermaker stops immediately. FLUSH The system gets ready to perform an automatic washing (1 minute long) once the system is stopped. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
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When this function is activated the FLUSH button is on and a count down appears in the Timer box. MANUAL WASH Used to start a 10-minute washing procedure. The system can be stopped at any time by pushing STOP. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
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Allows to set a working procedure with an automatic control: in this case it is possible to install one or two level switches in the fresh water tank. *Optional **Not for the single pump watermakers Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
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This message advices or remembers that the unit is working without the salinity probe control (then all the produced water is diverted to the fresh water tank). *Optional Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
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2:45 minutes. After these 3 minutes the unit goes into alarm state shutting off the pump group. *Optional Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
6. Be sure the valve on the active carbon filter is opened. 7. Be sure the fresh water tank is full enough (at least 100lt) to perform washing procedure. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
The procedure lasts about 3 minutes, and it can be stopped at any time pushing STOP. After completed the procedure the system is ready to start normally. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
This behaviour is absolutely normal because the electronic central unit waits for the hydraulic clock signal before switching off in order to avoid hydraulic system block. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
2. Open the reset valve (lever in horizontal position). 3. Open the depressurization valve. 4. Screw the positioner know clockwise until it can be moved no further. Normally 10 turns at least are needed. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
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6. Close the reset valve (lever in vertical position). 7. Restart the system. 8. After some seconds close the depressurization valve. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
2- 3 minutes the depressurization valve. Unscrew the filter housing cup counter clockwise by using the specific key provided Replace the active Once per year carbon fiber filter Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
It is necessary to perform the shutdown procedure if the membranes result dirty. If cleaning also results insufficient it could be necessary to perform an alkaline washing using the chemical product SCHENKER CLEANING 2 (SC2). It is recommended to contact a Schenker certified service centre.
3. A bottle of powder SCHENKER CLEANING 1 (SC1). The solution must be prepared following the instruction indicated on the product label, and using chlorine free water (water produced by the system can be an option).
Hoses under the free water surface 3. Check they are well dipped in the solution and don't inhale air. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
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It is necessary to perform the first start-up procedure when restarting the plant after a shutdown procedure, in order to purge the air and drain out board the chemicals in the systems. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO -...
Before proceeding with any kind of service it is strongly recommended to read carefully the instruction contained in this manual. Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
Reverse osmosis membranes have an average lifetime of about 7 years If correctly maintained. It is anyway recommended to check the efficiency of the membranes after 5 years of functioning and verify the needed of a replacement. Please, refer to a certified Schenker service centre for this operation. 6.8 Adjustments...
(> 15 Bar) Clogged membranes Perform washing procedure Cold inlet water Contact a customer service Loss in the system Loose fittings Tighten fittings ERS leaks Contact a customer service Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
2 cables to a meter in ohm position. The pressure switch must give, under normal conditions, a closing signal followed by an opening signal, every 3-4 seconds. If the signal is always open or always closed, the pressure switch must be replaced Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
Spare part name Code COUPLE HIGH PRESSURE HOSE MOD 100/150/200 HPH2 END CUP VESSEL 4” SINGLE CONNECTION END CUP VESSEL 4” DOUBLE CONNECTION EV4-2 MANOMETERS 0-25 M25B EV4-2 M25B HPH2 Schenker Italia THE PRESENT MANUAL BELONGS TO - - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
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