Summary of Contents for Spectra Watermakers Newport 400c
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Newport 400c Installation and Operating Manual Z±ION ready with the Spectra Connect control system System is equipped with Spectra’s innovative new Connect control system and pre-plumbed for the patented Z±ION Spectra Watermakers Katadyn Desalination LLC. 2220 S. McDowell Blvd Ext. Petaluma, CA 94954 Phone: 415-526-2780 Fax: 415-526-2787 info@spectrawatermakers.com...
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Spectra Connect Quick Start Guide When you first power up the system, you will get a warning message, asking if the system has been stored with chemicals. If the system has been pickled, winterized, this is the first startup, or the condition of the system is unknown, go to COMMISSIONING on page 25 or serious damage may occur.
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Thank you for your purchase of a Spectra Newport 400c system. When properly installed and maintained, it will provide years of trouble free service. Professional installation is strongly rec- ommended. Like any piece of mechanical equipment, the system will require inspection and service, so plan ahead for service access and install “service loops”...
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Spectra Product Registration Form (To be completed by end user/owner) https://spectrawarranty.formstack.com/forms/product_registration Spectra Watermakers Commissioning Report (To be completed by authorized installer) https://spectrawarranty.formstack.com/forms/spectra_install_commissioning_report Note: Offer & warranty criteria effective 1/1/2021. For purchases made in the EU, please see ‘Expanded Warranty’ section of war-...
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Spectra Watermakers - User Manual Online Access Scan QR Code to Visit Spectra Manuals Page. • Select System, then download the User Manual. • Reference Commissioning Checklist for important • installation requirements. Review Installation Basics section of Owner’s Manual •...
Lay out the system. Ensure that there is clearance around the components for removal of filters and system service. Make sure you have adequate tubing, hose, and cable before starting. Additional parts may be ordered. Newport 400c shipping list: • Newport Feed Pump Module •...
Installation Basics Thru-hull • Read the directions! Not Supplied. • Avoid tight hose bends and excessive hose runs. • Use heavy gauge wire. • Install the feed pump module as low as possible. • The boost pump module must be installed below waterline. •...
Components Raw Plastic Sea Strainer: Mount in front of Boost Pump Strainer. This strainer is designed to protect the inline check valve on the Boost Pump strainer. Boost Pump/ Sea Strainer Module: Mount close to the intake through-hull, below the waterline, in a location that can handle water spillage during service. The boost pump power cable will connect to the feed pump module.
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Components - Cont. Remote Touchscreen The remote control panel can be mounted anywhere dry and convenient. Cut a 5-5/8” (12.7 cm) wide by 3-1/4” (7.62 cm) high opening for the panel. The display needs minimum 2 1/2” deep clearance for the cable. Take care not to damage the plugs on the ends of the cable when routing.
Plumbing Schematic From the Clark pump brine discharge connector use the supplied 5/8” (16 mm) clear braided vinyl hose with Quick Connect fitting to the brine overboard fitting. Use the 1/2” braided vinyl hose, pre-fitted on one end with a The optional Z-ION will hose-to-high pressure adapter replace the Fresh Water...
Plumbing Detail Note: When plumbing the Newport feed pump module, route the feed water hose so that the front cover may be opened without removing the hoses or tubing. Allow access to the left side of the feed pump module for attaching tubing and operating the manual button on the diversion valve.
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Plumbing Detail - Cont. Product Water Tubing The Product water tubing is 1/4” (6.3mm) Parker tubing. Product water goes from the membrane into the Feed Pump Module manifold where it passes through the flow meter, the salinity probe, and the diversion valve. If the salinity is below the set threshold, the diversion valve energizes and the product water is sent to the tank from the manifold product outlet.
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Plumbing Detail - Cont. Quick Disconnect Fitting Brine Discharge Route the Brine discharge from the quick disconnect fitting to a location above the waterline using the supplied 5/8” hose. Fresh Water Flush Run a hose/tube from the pressurized domestic cold water system to the 1/2” inlet hose barb on the fresh water flush assembly or Z-ION.
Electrical The Newport 400c has a power inlet harness with a terminal block and cover, a boost pump power plug with a yellow band, 5 wire conductor cable for the tank full switch and the optional tank level sensor, and a short plug with a green band for the optional Z-Ion.
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24-Volt: Use a 15 Amp breaker and size the wire for 13 Amperes. • Provide circuit protection at the source! Undersized wiring will reduce system performance. Wire Size Guide for the Newport 400c 12 Volt: 8 Gauge (10mm²) up to 15 feet (4.5M) 6 Gauge (16mm²) up to 20 feet (7.6M) 4 Gauge (25mm²) up to 35 feet (14M)
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Installing the Remote Display Route the cable through the vessel in the most direct route possible. Avoid kinking the wire, or sharp corners where the wire can chafe through while the vessel is under way. Turn power OFF to the system. Connect the ethernet cable to back of the display in the open jack.
Tank Switch Installation Factory Supplied Tank Full Switch Installing the supplied tank full float switch at the top of your water tank allows the Spectra Connect to fill your water tank then automatically stop, fresh water flush and return to Auto Store mode with no additional user commands.
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Tank Switch Installation Optional Tank Low Switch Installing the tank low float switch about 2/3rds down from the top of your water tank allows the Spectra Connect to run in Auto Fill mode; automatically filling your water tank, stopping itself, fresh water flushing, returning to Auto Store mode, and then turning itself on again to fill the tank when the water level drops below the Tank Low Switch with no additional user commands.
Optional Tank Level Sensor Installation The optional Tank Level sensor allows even greater control of your ship’s fresh water systems. This unique level monitoring system requires no holes to be drilled into your tank while measuring tank volume with greater accuracy than a standard resistive float. Turn off the ship’s domestic water system, close the fresh water supply valve at the water tank, then bleed off the pressure by opening a tap in the galley or head sink.
Commissioning New System Start-Up and Testing Use this procedure when starting a new watermaker for the first time and whenever the system contains preservative or cleaning chemicals. Avoid running the system if the vessel is in contaminated water, such as a dirty harbor or canal.
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New System Start-Up and Testing - Cont. 4. The system will start purging and the display will show the progress and time remaining Check the strainer and the brine discharge for water flow. The system should fully prime within 60-90 seconds and all air should be out of the feed water hoses. The feed pump will sound smooth.
Dry Testing with an Artificial Ocean If it is not possible to test run the system with the boat in the water, you may test the system with an artificial ocean. You will need 1.3 lbs. of non-iodized salt (rock salt, sea salt, or aquarium salt) to make a 5 gallons (33 grams of salt per liter) of water that is about 33,000 PPM salinity (average seawater salinity).
Sensor Calibration Many of the settings on your system have been pre-calibrated during standard factory testing, however, there are a few settings that will vary based on the installation, vessel, and other onboard conditions. If the system has just been installed you must calibrate the Prefilter Condition before proceeding.
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Calibration - Cont. Flush Adjustments Adjustments for your Newport 400c are typically calibrated from the factory to ensure that sea water is thoroughly flushed out of the watermaker using the least amount of fresh water. However, due to different lengths of hose runs, different rates of flow, and different pressures in shipboard fresh water systems, the flush duration should be optimized for your boat.
Flush Adjustments - Cont. Check/Adjust the flush duration Run the watermaker for 10 minutes to fill the system with seawater, confirm that the diversion valve opens and water is diverted to the tanks. Press the ‘Stop’ button. The system will automatically fresh water flush. Allow the fresh water flush to continue to completion.
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Tank Level Sensor Calibration - Cont. 5. Measure the approximate height of the water tank in feet and inches (or in meters and cm’s). 6. Press the Feet (Meter) field to enter the tank height in feet (meters). Press the Inch (cm) field to enter the height in inches.
Salinity Calibration The Salinity probe has been calibrated at the factory during testing and is not normally required during commissioning. If the product quality is not reading accurately, follow calibration steps. 1. Press the Menu Button 2. Press the Calibrate Sensors Button 3.
Product Flow Calibration The Product Flow sensor has been calibrated at the factory during testing. Recalibrating is not required during commissioning. If the product flow is not reading accurately, confirm the product flow rate by following the Product Flow calibration steps. 2.
Networking Your Spectra Connect is equipped with state of the art networking options to allow the maximum user control in a wide variety of installations. The instructions below will help you get the most out of your Spectra Connect. Note: Your Spectra Connect is only available when your device is connected to the same local network as the Spectra Connect control board.
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Connecting to the existing Network - Cont. 6. Connect your computer, tablet or smart phone to the local network your Spectra Connect is plugged into. Wired Connection: simply plug your computer’s ethernet port directly into the router or switch where you connected the watermaker. Wireless Connection: make sure your device is connected to the same local wireless network as the Spectra Connect Ship’s Router or Switch...
Normal Operation If the system has been pickled or stored with chemicals, use the New System Startup proce- dure on page 23. Your watermaker will fresh water flush after every use. Remember that you need to run the system approximately half an hour to make enough fresh water for one flush. You may notice that the system output is higher when charging your batteries.
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Normal Operation - Cont. 3. The system will now begin the start sequence. Pressing ‘Stop’ will bring you back to the Main Menu. 4. Once the Boost Pressure reaches the minimum threshold, the system starts operating and you will be taken directly to the Main Dashboard. Diversion Operating Current...
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Normal Operation - Cont. 8. When the Run Cycle completes, or by pressing ’Stop’, the system will start to Fresh Water Flush. You MUST FRESH WATER FLUSH the watermaker AFTER EACH USE, or serious damage can occur 8. After Fresh Water Flushing the system will enter the ‘Auto Store’ mode, and the interval timer until the next scheduled flush will show on the screen.
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Normal Operation - Cont. Other Operating Modes Run Low Mode You can toggle back and forth between Run High Mode and Run Low Mode by tapping the ‘High’ toggle button. Run Low Mode may be selected to reduce power consumption or to lower the feed pres- sure.
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The Newport 400c requires about 7 gallons (26 liters) for each flush. The boat’s pressure water supply must be on and stay on while the system is in Auto Store mode. If these conditions cannot be met, then pickling with SC-1 storage chemical or propylene glycol is preferable.
Maintenance General Periodically inspect the entire system for leakage and chafing. Repair any leaks as soon as you find them. Some crystal formation around the Clark Pump blocks is normal. Wipe down any salt encrusted areas with a damp cloth. Watermakers are at their best when run regularly.
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Maintenance - Cont. Leaking Fittings The system has eight high pressure fittings, two on each cylinder on the Clark Pump, two on the pressure vessel end caps, and two 90-degree elbows on the back of the Clark Pump. As the compression fitting is tightened, it compresses a ferrule onto the stainless tubing, fixing the ferrule permanently to the tube and holding the compression nut captive.
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Maintenance - Cont. The Feed Pump and Clark Pump The feed pump and the Clark Pump require no routine maintenance except inspection for leaks. Tighten any hose clamps or fittings that show signs of leakage. The high pressure fittings threaded into the Clark Pump have O-ring seals with a straight thread. These should never leak and should never be over-tightened.
Maintenance - Cont. Introduction to Spectra Chemicals We use four types of chemicals: SC-1, SC-2, SC-3, and propylene glycol antifreeze. SC-1 and propylene glycol are for system storage, while SC-2 and SC-3 are for membrane cleaning. Do not use sodium-bisulfate, citric acid, or any other storage chemical not supplied by Spectra. These chemicals, used to store other watermaker brands, will damage the Clark Pump, mem- brane end plugs, manifolds, and other components.
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Maintenance - Cont. Introduction to Spectra Chemicals - Cont. Complete microbial protection requires a 25% solution of propylene glycol, so care must be taken that the solution remaining in the watermaker during long term storage is at least 25%, even if freeze protection is not required. For these reasons Spectra recommends that all pick- ling be carried out with a 60% or greater concentration.
Storage Procedure 1. Close the intake seacock. 2. Push the Fresh Water Flush button to fresh water flush the system. Perform a second fresh water flush in the same way. 3. Remove the quick disconnect fitting from the brine discharge outlet of the Clark Pump, per photo below, and replace it with the quick disconnect brine discharge service hose.
Winterizing with Propylene Glycol See description of propylene glycol formulations, and purging from system, on pages 52-53. 1. Close the intake seacock. 2. Push the Fresh Water Flush button to fresh water flush the system. Perform a second fresh water flush in the same way. 3.
Membrane Cleaning Procedure Spectra cleaning compound (SC-2 or SC-3) must be mixed with fresh water at a ratio of 1 container of compound to 3 gallons (12L) of unchlorinated water. A Newport 400c system requires one container of compound per cleaning.
Suggested Spares for the Newport 400c Short term cruising, weekends etc. Two treatments worth of preservative chemicals (either 2 bags of SC-1 or 2 gallons of Pro- pylene Glycol). Three 5-micron filters, three 20-micron filters and a charcoal filter. Cruising 2 to 6 months at a time.
Troubleshooting Newport 400c REMEDY PROBABLE CAUSE SYMPTOMS • • Feed pump runs Turn switch on control box to RUN Toggle switch on control constantly, will not turn AUTO box to RUN MAN or SERVICE • • Replace Speed Control Speed Control damaged •...
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Newport 400c Fault Alarms SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY • • Pressure relief valve open Close pressure relief valve “System Stalled” • • Intake thru-hull closed Check thru-hull (“system stalled” may alarm • • Airlocked system Purge air when using the control •...
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Troubleshooting Newport 400c REMEDY PROBABLE CAUSE SYMPTOMS • Connect the control board to • Control board not connect- Device IP in Support Menu a router or switch according ed to router or switch reads ‘NIL’ to the Networking • Control board not receiving...
Alarm Override and Manual Operation In the event of a sensor failure resulting in a shut down due to a false alarm, the failed sensor can be overridden electronically, see System Settings section in this manual. High Pressure, Service Prefilter, System Stalled (airlock), and High Salinity can all be overridden and the system will still run automatically with all other functions intact.
Newport 400c Flow Test The flow test is the most useful diagnostic test for system performance, and should be done before replacing or cleaning your membrane. Changes in production or water quality are normally caused by something other than the membrane, unless the system has been left unused for a long time.
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1. Product Flow: Product flow is expressed in Gallons Per Hour (GPH) or Liters Per Hour (LPH), by this equation: 3600 ÷ time in seconds x quantity of water in gallons or liters=GPH or LPH There are 3600 seconds in an hour. Example: It took 3 minutes and 35 seconds to collect 1 gallon of product water.
Poor Product Water Quality With any product water quality issue, you must ensure accurate calibration if you are using a salinity meter. For general quality evaluation, your taste is always good enough. Membranes are not an exact science and two identical systems can have different product quality.
Spectra website, www.spectrawatermakers.com. ACCUMULATOR PRESSURE Your Newport 400c is supplied with a pressure accumulator tank (PL-ACC-TK) installed in the feed water line on the feed pump and the Clark Pump. The purpose of the feed line accumulators is to reduce the spikes in the feed pressure caused by the cycling of the Clark Pump.
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PREFILTERS It is important to remember that your Spectra Watermaker is designed to process clean, open-ocean seawater. Any departure from that standard for your seawater intake runs the risk of causing excessive wear or damage to internal pump parts and/or the vulnerable reverse osmosis membrane. Additional prefiltration considerations and/or extremely frequent prefilter replacements may be required in any de- viation from open-ocean seawater.
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PREFILTERS CONT. Our filter element part numbers are FT-FTC-XX, where the last digits indicate the micron rating. FT-FTC -5 is for a 5 micron element, FT-FTC-20 is a 20 micron element. The optional oil/water separator is FT-FTC-OW. 5 Micron 20 Micron Optional Oil/Water Separator CHARCOAL FILTERS The charcoal filter element (FT-FTC-CC) removes chlorine from the fresh water flush water supply, as...
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Motor in order to get it to run at the proper speeds for “Run High”, “Run Low”, and “Flush”. Contact Spectra Watermakers’ Technical Support and request the guide for manually reducing the voltage from the PWM Speed Control on your 24V Newport 400 to your new 12V Leeson...
Spectra Connect Settings Your new Spectra Connect is designed to make your watermaker easier than ever to operate, maintain and enjoy. This section will guide you through some of the more advanced settings options available. Always use caution when changing any factory default settings, as serious damage can occur.
Spectra Connect Settings - Cont. User Settings LCD Brightness: Set brightness of the hardwired display(s) from 10—100% System Units: Change from US Standard units to Metric Factory Reset: Resets any changed parameters a user has made back to the factory defaults for that configura- tion.
Settings Dealer Access Settings It is highly recommended that users consult with a factory trained technician before altering any settings behind the ‘Dealer Access Point’. Changing this settings without understanding the full effect of each change can void the warranty of your system, and cause irreparable damage. If any settings are inadvertently changed, they can be reverted back to the defaults by using the ‘Factory Reset’...
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Settings Dealer Access Settings It is highly recommended that users consult with a factory trained technician before altering any settings behind the ‘Dealer Access Point’. Changing this settings without understanding the full effect of each change can void the warranty of your system, and cause irreparable damage. If any settings are inadvertently changed, they can be reverted back to the defaults by using the ‘Factory Reset’...
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Settings Dealer Access Settings It is highly recommended that users consult with a factory trained technician before altering any settings behind the ‘Dealer Access Point’. Changing this settings without understanding the full effect of each change can void the warranty of your system, and cause irreparable damage. If any settings are inadvertently changed, they can be reverted back to the defaults by using the ‘Factory Reset’...
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Fault Handling Faults are hazardous conditions that might occur during running of your watermaker. The control board has the ability to monitor these faults in real time and take necessary actions to prevent damaging your equipment. HIGH PRESSURE FAULT High pressure fault is triggered if Outlet pressure (Feed/Membrane pressure) >...
Parts I.D. High Pressure Module PL-ACC-TK ACCUMULATOR TANK PL-STA-12TX38NJ 3/8”NPT x 1/2” STEM ADAPTER PL-TEE-1/2TJG 1/2” JOHN GUEST TUBE Accumulator Hose: FM-PVB-PB 20 inches 1/2” vinyl hose PL-HS-1/2VN (2) brass ferrules PL-HF-.75lDX1BR) PLATE BRACKET (2) 1/2-inch hose barb tube adapters PL-HBA-1/2Tx1/2 5 inches of 3/4”...
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Parts I.D. PL-PSG-LP2.5 2.5""D,1/4""NPT GAUGE 0-200PSI/BAR UC PL-MFF-1/4X1/4 1/4” NPT X 1/4” Nylon Elbow Fitting PL-ACC-TK PL-BSH-1/2X1/4N Accumulator Accumulator Tank 1/2” X 1/4” Nylon Hex Bushing Reducer PL-SWF-1/2x1/2 1/2”NPT x 1/2” Tube John Guest swivel elbow FT-PV-ER Pressure Vessel End Ring KIT-PV-25EP1 Pressure Vessel End Cap Kit...
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Parts HP-CYL-SST HP-CYL-PT PL-MTS-3/8X1/2B HP-CYL-CCA SO-HPP-ECCB HP-CYL-EC HP-CYL-R...
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This warranty will be extended for an additional 12-month period when the product is installed and commissioned by a Katadyn Desalination Authorized Installer. A Spectra Watermakers Commissioning Report must also be returned and approved by the factory. The Spectra Clark Pump has a Limited Lifetime Warranty on Marine systems to the original consumer owner of the product, not inclusive of repair or re- placement parts due to wear over time.
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SOLE WARRANTY THE PRODUCTS AND ARE IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDE ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW OR PRODUCTS ARE SPE- CIFICALLY DESIGNED AND/OR MANUFACTURED BYMANUFACTURER FOR YOUR USE OR PUR- POSE. WHAT WE WILL DO TO CORRECT PROBLEMS If You return the defective product during the warranty period and in accordance with the instructions contained herein, shipping prepaid, the Manufacturer shall, at its option and as Your exclusive reme- dy, repair, correct or replace the product at no charge if the product is found by the Manufacturer to...
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Please submit this document along with the Installation and Commissioning Reports to Spectra Watermakers for approval. Submissions can be submitted online, scanned and emailed, or mailed directly to the factory. Spectra Watermakers Technical Support will email the original owner and the authorized dis- tributor with the status of submission.
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Spectra Watermakers Installation Report (To be completed by authorized installer) The following checklist is designed to confirm that the watermaker installation meets Spectra standards. Fill out the checklist as completely as possible. Check any boxes that apply and note any concerns. Please document any discrepancies or concerns with photos.
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Spectra Watermakers Commissioning Report – Page 1 (To be completed by authorized installer) The following checklist is designed to confirm that the watermaker installation meets Spectra standards and that the system is performing at specification. Fill out the below checks as completely as possible. Check any boxes that apply and note any concerns.
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Spectra Watermakers Commissioning Report – Page 2 OWNER EDUCATION Owner has been trained on the following: Know locations of □ Seacock/Thru-hull □ Sea strainer module □ Prefilter (and/or) Feed Pump Module □ Freshwater Flush Module □ High Pressure Module □...
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