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Monterey Installation Quick Start
Important Details for Installer and Owner
It is imperative that the system have a dedicated sea water inlet
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to guarantee a solid flow of water to the system. The inlet should
be as low in the boat as possible and a scoop type forward facing
through hull fitting installed. Do not operate the system in rough
conditions if the intake through hull is taking in air or damage
may result.
Make sure to follow the wire gauge charts in the instructions.
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Using larger wire than specified is acceptable.
The MPC control must have DC power continuously to achieve
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the full benefits of the fresh water flush system. The domestic
fresh water pressure must be on and the fresh water tank level
maintained. If these operational conditions present a problem,
consult factory.
The MPC control must be de-powered after the system is put in
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"storage" or "pickled" where a storage chemical or antifreeze is
run through the system.
If you are remote mounting the membrane array, please follow
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the high pressure tube assembly instructions.
must be tight!
Run test then "sea trial" the complete system before assuming
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the system is operational. If the boat is in fresh or dirty water
see "Operation Procedures, New System Start Up and Testing".
If you are a Spectra dealer we ask that you spend time with the
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vessels' owner and operator so that they understand the
operation and maintenance of the system.
Please have the owner fill out the warranty card.
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Please read the Installation Instructions.
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- Page 1 Monterey Installation Quick Start Important Details for Installer and Owner It is imperative that the system have a dedicated sea water inlet • to guarantee a solid flow of water to the system. The inlet should be as low in the boat as possible and a scoop type forward facing through hull fitting installed.
- Page 2 MONTEREY 1000 OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Spectra Watermakers Inc. 20 Mariposa Road, San Rafael CA 94901 Phone 415-526-2780 Fax 415-526-2787 E-mail: spectra@spectrawatermakers.com www.spectrawatermakers.com 1/2/02 page 2...
- Page 3 With years of experience installing and repairing many different kinds of watermakers, we have seen nearly everything that can happen to marine watermakers. This manual includes the summation of that knowledge, tailored for the Spectra Watermakers. Warning! It is very important to read and follow the instructions in this manual. Unsatisfactory performance, property damage, or personal injury may occur if the installation and operating procedures are not completely understood and executed properly.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Shipping list page 5 Features page 6 Living With a Watermaker page 7 Component Description page 11 Clark Pump Diagram page 12 Operating Procedures page 15 Service Valve Position Photos page 18 DC Main Breaker & Manual Control Switches page 19 Long Term Storage page 20... -
Page 5: Shipping List
Shipping List Frame System (1) Operation and Installation Manual (1) Main Module Aluminum Frame including: Clark Pump Feed pump Membrane and Housing Array Automatic salinity control plumbing Automatic fresh water flush plumbing Flush pump 20 and 5 micron pre-filter assembly with pressure sensors Manual override controls (1) MPC 3000 Remote Control Panel including Wiring harness... -
Page 6: Features
Spectra line. It is ideal for large sailing and motor yachts. Systems are available in modular or frame styles. Using the proven Clark Pump, the Spectra Monterey 1000 operates on a fresh water to power ratio that surpasses everything in the marine industry. The AC or DC current power draw is so low, a generator set is not always necessary. -
Page 7: Living With A Watermaker
Living With a Watermaker Now that you own a watermaker, what do you do with it? Making good drinkable water for sure, but there is more to it. You may not think it now but your watermaker will probably become a “mission critical” component for you. Like your engine, sails, and safety gear you will not want to go to sea without it. - Page 8 Living with a Watermaker cont. You are the one who will live with and service it; make it as easy as possible to take care if it. Caution! Watermakers contain high pressure salt water. A small leak can generate a water jet. Take care to prevent possible salt water damage to surrounding equipment or surfaces.
- Page 9 Living with a Watermaker cont. Just a reminder. A watermaker system is bringing in a significant flow of seawater.→ The flow is well below the capacity of a typical bilge pump when working properly. A good test is to divert the full flow of the watermaker into the bilge and make sure your bilge pump system is up to the task.
- Page 10 Living with a Watermaker cont. system until the boat is in open water, assume it’s not going to work and plan the your trip accordingly. Most of the time when a boat is being prepared for a cruise, several systems must be sea trialed so leave enough time in your plans for this.
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Page 11: Component Description
Component Description Note: The Monterey frame components are pre-plumbed and wired at the factory. All installation plumbing connections are inside the frame. Main power, control power, and remote panel wiring connections are made inside the power control module. Membrane array, pre-filter assembly, and power control module may be removed and mounted remotely if necessary. -
Page 12: Clark Pump Diagram
Component Description cont. End block B Valve block End block A High pressure inletn or Composite cylinder Accumulator port and base Alternate brine outlet port Pressure relief valve Center block High pressure outlet Stainless steel tube Cylinder ring Clark Pump Front View End cap End block A... - Page 13 Component Description cont. Reverse Osmosis Membrane Elements and Pressure Vessel Array The “RO” membrane elements do the real work. An element is made from membrane and separating layers attached and wrapped around a center catch tube then encased in fiberglass. The ends of the windings are open, allowing water to freely pass through from end to end.
- Page 14 Component Description cont. Flush Pump A 12 or 24 volt DC powered flush pump is used to fresh water flush the system at shut down. It is also used to help the priming of the main feed pump at start up. The ships domestic fresh water pressure is connected to the flush pump.
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Page 15: Operating Procedures
Operating Procedures New System Start Up and Testing Caution! If possible avoid running the system if the vessel is in contaminated water, such as in a harbor or canal. That said, we suggest that the system be fully run tested before leaving port. - Page 16 Operating Procedures, cont Note. If you must stop the purge sequence for any reason, the control will default back to the beginning of the current operating purge mode to protect your system. If you know it’s OK you can bypass the purge sequence and enable a normal start. Pressing both Auto Run and Start/Stop simultaneously anytime during the purge sequence will bypass the purge sequence and enable a normal start.
- Page 17 erating Procedures, cont Flushing Warning! Proper operator understanding of the Spectra flush system and the vessel’s fresh water system configuration is mandatory for extended automatic flush cycles. The flush cycle must not be allowed to drain all the fresh water from the vessel or damage to the vessel’s fresh water pump may occur.
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Page 18: Service Valve Position Photos
Service Valves in Run Position Service Valves in Service Position with Hoses Attached page 18... -
Page 19: Dc Main Breaker & Manual Control Switches
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Page 20: Long Term Storage
Long Term Storage Procedures Watermakers are best run continuously. When not in use, biological growth in the membrane is the leading cause of membrane fouling. A warm environment will cause more growth than a cold environment. The auto fresh water flush system will greatly reduce biological growth but will not stop it. - Page 21 (ethylene glycol). Hardware stores in areas with freezing winters carry potable water system antifreeze or • it may be ordered directly from Spectra Watermakers Inc. Follow the mixing instructions provided with the antifreeze. • Set up the domestic fresh water system so pressurized antifreeze is available to the •...
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Page 22: Maintenance
If the membrane fails to respond to both cleanings, this is an indication of another problem with the system, or that it is time to replace the membrane. Contact Spectra Watermakers before removing a membrane. page 22... -
Page 23: Membrane Cleaning Procedures
Membrane Cleaning Procedures For normal cleaning, the SC-3 Acid Cleaning Compound is used first, then the SC-2 Alkaline Cleaning Compound. If known bio-fouling is present, the SC-2 may be used first. Using hot water if possible, 120º, is highly recommended as it greatly enhances the ability of the cleaners to do there jobs. - Page 24 Always manually reject the product water for 30 minutes after cleaning. If the membrane performance is still poor and no other problem can be found, contact • Spectra Watermakers for further assistance. page 24...
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Page 25: Membrane Element Replacement
Membrane Element Replacement Do not remove the membrane from the housing unless absolutely necessary. Troubleshoot for all other causes of poor performance and try the recommend procedures first. Caution: membranes must be stored wet with preservative to prevent permanent damage. Disassembly: Remove and move the membrane housing array to a work area that can handle water •... -
Page 26: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions Please follow the instructions carefully. Any deviation from the following procedures must be approved in writing by Spectra Watermakers or the warranty may be voided. Spectra Watermakers are a new generation of marine watermakers with important differences from older designs. Shopping List Materials needed in addition to the installation kit. - Page 27 Monterey Installation Quick Start Important Details for Installer and Owner It is imperative that the system have a dedicated sea water inlet • to guarantee a solid flow of water to the system. The inlet should be as low in the boat as possible and a scoop type forward facing through hull fitting installed.
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Page 28: Installation Basics
Installation Basics The Spectra Watermakers are designed for energy efficiency. All aspects of the system have been optimized for this goal, therefore any changes in the basic layout or components will most likely reduce this efficiency. The overall length of the feed, discharge and high pressure hoses have little effect on performance but every hose bend or 90 degree fitting absorbs power. -
Page 29: General Plumbing
General Plumbing Several types of hose and tubing are incorporated into the Spectra systems to meet specific needs. Care must be taken to use the proper type for each section of the plumbing system. For a modular system, the 90 degree high pressure SS tube fitting mounted in the high pressure out on the Clark Pump can be rotated up to 1/2 turn for better tube runs. - Page 30 General Plumbing, cont. Product Water Tubing The product water lines are 1/4” Parker tubing from each membrane to a collector then • 3/8" Parker tubing to the system and tank. Minimum tube bend radius is 4 inches. Connections can be made to either end of the membrane housing. Refer to the tube fitting assembly diagram.
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Page 31: Component Placement
Component Placement Refer to the Dimension & Plumbing Diagrams Main Pump and Control Frame Module The main pump module is designed to mount on a horizontal surface that can be up to 4’ • above the waterline. Locate in an area that allows easy access to the face panel and the service hoses can reach •... - Page 32 Component Placement, cont. Membrane Array Mounting If the membranes are to be removed from the Monterey frame, mount the membrane and • housing array near the system as close to the frame and in as cool a place as possible. Mount the array using the four angle mounts.
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Page 33: Component Dimensions
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Page 34: Clark Pump Mounting Diagram
Drill for 1/4" bolts, 1/4" lags, # 14 SM Screws 6.500" Back Clark Pump Mounting Hole Layout Under Under Cylinder Cylinder IMPORTANT! Not a Template Front Lag or screw Bolt mounting mounting 1/4" SS Bolt Caution: Do not over tighten, the plastic inserts may crush. -
Page 35: Monterey Plumbing Block Diagram
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Page 36: Plumbing Connection Photo
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Page 37: Monterey Plumbing Layout Diagram
Cleaning contaner intake hose Feed pump Charcoal filter WARNING! Only use Spectra approved hose and tubing 3/8" Parker tubing Brine discharge Intake strainer Flush pump Intake Pressurized fresh water inlet 1/2" hose barb standard Monterey 1000 Plumbing Diagram page 37... -
Page 38: High Pressure Tube Assembly
Spectra High Pressure Tube Fitting Assembly Carefully fit and measure the tubing before cutting with a sharp razor knife or hose cutter and remove any burrs. Minimum tubing bend radius is 6”. Route tubing away from excessive heat sources and secure from vibration and chafe. -
Page 39: Parker Tube Assembly
Single grab ring for 3/8" Spacer O-ring Double grab rings for 1/2" Body Tubing Tabs Step 1: Dissemble fitting components 7/16" max Step 2: Slide nut, grab ring(s), spacer, and O-ring onto the end of the tube. Push on the O-ring to slide the grab ring(s) and spacer back so the O-ring is 7'16"... -
Page 40: Electrical Component Placement And Wiring
Electrical Component Placement and Wiring Guidelines General On DC only powered systems, the power for feed pump and the MPC controller is • shared and pre-wired inside the Power Control Box. On AC systems, power for the MPC controller is supplied from a separate 12 or 24 •... - Page 41 Electrical cont. 120 volt AC system feed pump wiring WIRE LENGTH AWG wire size Square MM wire size To 25 feet 12 awg 3 sq mm 25 feet to 50 feet 10 awg 5 sq mm 50 feet to 75 feet 8 awg 8 sq mm 240 volt AC system feed pump wiring...
- Page 42 Use only the buzzer units supplied by Spectra Watermakers, as current on the buzzer circuit is limited to 20 milliamps, any excessive load may damage the controller or remote display panel.
- Page 43 Electrical cont. The sensors are extremely sensitive. If the sensors are mounted remotely, they must • mount as close to the pre-filters as possible; as any length of hose or extra fittings between the filter and the sensor can cause errors in the readings, due to plumbing ‘drag’...
- Page 44 Electrical cont. The diversion valve solenoid wires connect to the terminals marked “D VLV” and • “GND” inside the control box. Polarity is not critical. Fresh Water Flush System The fresh water flush solenoid valve wires connect to the terminals marked “FW V” and •...
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Page 45: Feed Pump And Control Power Connections
DC Powered Feed Pump Connections AC Powered Feed Pump Connections page 45... -
Page 46: Mpc 3000 Circuit Board Wiring
Pressure Sensor Detail Stroke Sensor Detail Monterey MPC 3000 Control Wiring Connections page 46... -
Page 47: Specifications
Spectra Monterey Performance Specifications: 120/240 volt systems Sea water temperature @ 77 degrees F (25 degrees C): Feed flow 3.8 gpm Feed pressure 200 psi High pressure 750 psi Amperage Product 42 gph 24 Volt systems Sea water temperature @ 77 degrees F (10 degrees C): Voltage 27.6 Feed flow... -
Page 48: Troubleshooting Procedures
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Page 50: Warranty
Clark Pump, are free from any defects in material and/or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. Spectra Watermakers warrants to the original purchaser that the Clark Pump is free from any defects in material and/or workmanship with a limited life time warranty from the date of purchase.
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