Summary of Contents for Spectra Watermakers Newport 700C
Page 1
Installation and Operating Manual Spectra Watermakers info@spectrawatermakers.com Katadyn Desalination LLC. www.spectrawatermakers.com 2220 S. McDowell Blvd Ext. Petaluma, CA 94954 Phone: 415-526-2780 Fax: 415-526-2787 Updated April 2020...
Page 3
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 sys- tem is unknown, go to COMMISSIONING on page 26 or serious damage may occur.
Page 4
Thank you for your purchase of a Spectra Newport 700c/1000c system. When properly in- stalled and maintained, it will provide years of trouble free service. Professional installation is strongly recommended. Like any piece of mechanical equipment, the system will require in- spection and service, so plan ahead for service access and install “service loops”...
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 700c/1000c 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 Sea Strainer and Boost Pump 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. Fresh Water Flush Module: The fresh water flush module may be located in any convenient location near the feed pump module.
Page 10
Components continued... Spectra Connect Touchscreen The remote control panel can be mounted anywhere dry and convenient. Cut a 5-5/8” ( mm) wide by 3-1/4” ( mm) 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 con- nector use the supplied 5/8 (16 mm) clear braided vinyl hose with Quick Connect fitting to the brine overboard fitting. Use the supplied 3/4” pressure hose with compression fitting The optional Z-ION will re- adaptors between the Feed Pump Module and the Clark place 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 tub- ing and operating the manual button on the diversion valve.
Page 13
Plumbing Detail continued... Product Water Tubing The Product water tubing is 1/4-inch (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.
Page 14
Plumbing Detail continued... Brine Discharge Quick Disconnect Fitting Route the Brine discharge from the quick disconnect fitting to a location above the waterline us- ing 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.
Page 17
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.
Page 18
Electrical: All Systems The Newport 700c/1000c 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.
Electrical: 24-Volt DC Versions The Newport 700c/1000c 24-volt DC systems have a power inlet harness with a terminal block and a 2-conductor boost pump cable A DC motor speed controller sets the run speed and also slows the motor to the flush and service speeds.
Page 20
Electrical: 110 & 220 Volt AC Versions AC versions have an AC power connection and an AC (110 or 220) to 24-Volt DC converter to power the electronic controls and boost pumps. The Spectra Connect control box houses an AC variable frequency motor drive (VFD) and the Connect control board.
Page 21
Electrical: 110 & 220 Volt AC Versions continued... AC power connections should follow the wire and breaker sizes in the tables below, with an appropriately-sized AC breaker at the power source, usually the main AC distribution panel. 110-Volt AC System Wiring Use a 15 amp circuit breaker Wire Length AWG Wire Size...
Page 22
Electrical continued… Connect the yellow boost pump connector from the Spectra Connect housing to the corre- sponding connector routed from the boost pump. Mount the main power terminal block in a junction box or on a bulkhead adjacent to the feed pump module.
Tank Switch Installation Factory Supplied Tank Full Switch Installing the supplied tank full float switch at the top of your water tank al- lows the Spectra Connect to fill your water tank then automatically stop, fresh water flush and return to Auto Store mode with no additional user com- mands.
Page 24
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.
Page 27
New System Start-Up and Testing continued... 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 (31 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 graph before proceeding.
Page 30
Calibration continued... Flush Adjustments Adjustments for your Newport 700c1000c are typically calibrated from the factory to ensure that sea water is thoroughly flushed out of the watermaker using the least amount of fresh wa- ter. 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 continued... 3. Check/Adjust the flush duration Run the watermaker for 10 minutes to fill the system with seawater, confirm that the diver- sion 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.
Page 32
Tank Level Sensor Calibration—Cont’d 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 and isn’t normally 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 maxi- mum 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.
Page 36
Connecting to the existing Network—Cont’d 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 26. 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.
Page 38
Normal Operation—Cont’d 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...
Page 40
Normal Operation—Cont’d 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.
Page 41
The Newport systems require different flush volumes The Newport 700c requires about 10.5 gallons (40 liters) for each flush. The Newport 700c requires about 12 gallons (46 liters) for each flush.
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.
Page 43
Maintenance Cont’d 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.
Page 44
Maintenance Cont’d 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’d 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, membrane end plugs, manifolds, and other components.
Page 46
Maintenance Cont’d Introduction to Spectra Chemicals—Cont’d 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 saltwater 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 45. 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 700c/1000c system requires one contain- er of compound per cleaning.
Suggested Spares for the Newport 700c/1000c Short term cruising, weekends etc. A basic cruise kit B. This kit consists of three 5 micron filters, three 20 micron filters and two packs of SC-1 storage chemical. Cruising 2 to 6 months at a time.
Troubleshooting Newport 700c/1000c REMEDY PROBABLE CAUSE SYMPTOMS • • Feed pump runs constant- Turn switch on control box to RUN Toggle switch on control ly, will not turn off AUTO box to RUN MAN or SERVICE • • Replace Speed Control Speed Control damaged •...
Page 52
Newport 700c/1000c 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 pan- •...
Page 53
Troubleshooting Newport 700c/1000c 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 instruc- •...
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 sys- tem will still run automatically with all other functions intact.
Newport 700c/1000c 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 nor- mally caused by something other than the membrane, unless the system has been left unused for a long time.
Page 56
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.
Technical Bulletins The following pages include Spectra’s most commonly-used technical bulletins, covering tests, adjustments, troubleshooting, and common points of confusion. Many more technical bulle- tins are available on the Spectra website, www.spectrawatermakers.com.
Page 59
PREFILTERS During normal operation, the feed water is filtered in two stages. First it passes through a fine mesh metal sea strainer, which protects the boost pump from foreign materials and sea crea- tures. After passing through the boost pump, the feed water passes the filter housings con- taining the 20 and 5 micron elements, removing very fine particles that could damage the feed pump or Clark Pump and shorten membrane life.
Page 60
CHARCOAL FILTERS The charcoal filter element (FT-FTC-CC) removes chlorine from the fresh water flush water supply, as the RO membrane can only handle small amounts of chlorine without permanent damage. The charcoal filter used for the fresh water flush system will not plug up unless you have very dirty domestic water in your boat’s supply tank.
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 oc- cur.
Spectra Connect Settings, Cont’d 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’...
Page 64
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’...
Page 65
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’...
Page 66
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) >...
Electrical Specifications Operating voltage limits: 10—32vdc Outputs: 5VDC:– 2000mA Total for all outputs. VLV 1&2: 1 Amp DC priming valve solenoid. AUX 1-3: 1 Amp DC auxiliary output. Never connected anything to the Spectra Connect without factory approval. Serious damage can occur!
HIGH PRESS. PUMP 20% PLATE BRACKET HP PUMP TO PV SS. PLATE BRACKET FITT. ELL BRONZE FOR N.P. ASSEM TUBE LONG (LOWER) INTERMEDIATE Newport 700c High Pressure Module PL-FTE-1/8X1/4P FM-PVB-PBE PL-MTE-3/4S1/2B FM-PVB-PBI PL-HP-1/8 1/8"FPT X 1/4"TUBE FIT- PLATE BRACKET END 3/4"-16 ST X 1/2"TUBE...
Page 72
Product Water Manifold Brine Discharge Quick Connect PL-MNF-PD PL-QDC-BD3/8 PRODUCT MANIFOLD 3/8”NPT Quick Disc. 700/1000 Coupling Body PL-MTE-3/8X3/8P 3/8"NPT X 3/8"TUBE PL-QDC-HB5/8 FITTING ELL.NYL 5/8” Quick Disc. Fitting Hose Barb PL-MTS-1/4X1/4P 1/4"NPT X 1/4"TUBE FITTING ST. NYL SUB-MTS-3/8X1/2 SO-FT-STF High Pressure Nickel-Bronze High Pressure Straight 3/4”-16 Straight Thread O-RING Fitting...
Page 75
Newport 700c/1000c Feed Pump Module (24-Volt DC Version) EL-MTR-1D24 1HP 24V DC 1800 RPM TEFC 56C MOTOR EL-TM-1/4PPCPR 1/4" CABLE CAP STUD (RED) EL-TM-1/4PPCP PL-HS-3/4VN 1/4" CABLE CAP STUD 3/4" VINYL HOSE INSULATOR (BLK) PL-PMP-240MAG5 MAG5. DRIVE VANE PUMP 240 GPH...
Page 76
Newport 700c/1000c Feed Pump Module (AC Versions) For 110 AC EL-MTR-SPCAC110 3/4 MOTOR SPEED CONTROLLER AC 110 For 220 AC EL-MTR-SPCAC220 3/4 MOTOR SPEED CONTROLLER AC 220 For 110AC: EL-BRK-30ADP AC/DC BREAKER DP TOGGLE 30A For 220AC: EL-BRK-15ADP AC/DC BREAKER DP TOGGLE 15A...
Page 77
Fresh water flush module without Z-Ion will Fresh Water Flush Module or Z-Ion have the same parts, minus modified filter bowl and electronic box on top. PL-BSH-3/4X1/4N PL-MFF-3/4X3/4 3/4" X 1/4" HEX 3/4” NPT X 3/4"FPT ELBOW BUSHING REDUCER NYLON FITTING NYLON PL-NP-3/4x1/2N PL-VLV-1/4FMELP...
Page 81
Parts HP-CYL-SST PL-MTS-3/8X1/2B HP-CYL-CCA SO-HPP-ECCB HP-CYL-EC HP-CYL-R...
Page 83
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.
Page 84
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...
Page 85
Please submit this document along with the Installation and Commissioning Reports to Spectra Watermakers for approval. Submissions can be scanned and emailed or mailed directly to the factory. Spectra Watermakers Technical Support will email the original owner and the authorized distributor with the status of submission.
Page 87
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.
Page 89
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.
Page 90
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 □...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the Newport 700C and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers