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ElectroMaax SolarMaax 17 Installation Manual

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INSTALLATION, OPERATION
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
US Customers
Electromaax
6405 Inducon Drive West
Unit 5
Sanborn NY 14132
1
ElectroMaax Inc.
Marine Watermaker Series
SolarMaax 17
12 or 24 Volt System
&
Toll Free: 1-866-945-8801
Fax:
1-905-563-8806
Web: www.electromaax.com
Email: sales@electromaax.com
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Canadian and
International Customer
Electromaax
5552 King Street
Lincoln,
ON, L3J 1N6
V1.1

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  • Page 1 ElectroMaax Inc. Marine Watermaker Series SolarMaax 17 12 or 24 Volt System INSTALLATION, OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL Canadian and US Customers Toll Free: 1-866-945-8801 International Customer Electromaax Fax: 1-905-563-8806 Electromaax 6405 Inducon Drive West 5552 King Street Unit 5 Web: www.electromaax.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction __________________________________________________ 3 General Warnings and Notices _____________________________________ 4 Specifications _________________________________________________ 5 Parts List ______________________________________________________ 7 Configurations _________________________________________________ 8 System Overview________________________________________________ 9 Installation Instructions___________________________________________ 10 Component Descriptions in order of water flow _______________________ 11 Intake Seacock ________________________________________________ 11 Sea Strainer ____________________________________________________ 11 Fresh Water Flush Filter Assembly__________________________________ 12 Feed Pump Assembly____________________________________________ 13...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    The SolarMaax 17 can easily make enough for you and your crew to have all the water necessary to live as you would at home including showers every day.

  • Page 4: General Warnings And Notices

    GENERAL WARNINGS AND NOTICES There are several things which the installer or operator of the SolarMaax 17 can do incorrectly, which can seriously damage the SolarMaax 17 water maker, dramatically shorten the operational life span of the system, and in some cases cause personal injury. Knowing the...

  • Page 5: Specifications

    4.0 – 5.0 amps @ 25.0 – 28.8 VDC The Enhanced Clark Pump Hydraulic Pressure Intensifier: Manufactured by ElectroMaax for marine and military use. The Enhanced Clark Pump uses the Feed pump flow pressure to intensify the pressure of the flow through the RO membranes high enough for reverse osmosis to occur.
  • Page 6 Feed Pumps: Motor: Permanent magnet type, fully enclosed, fan cooled, 1/8 hp Pump Body: Thermo plastic Pump Type 3 chamber diaphragm Typical Amp Draw: 8 to 10 amps, 12VDC 4 to 5 amps 24VDC Recommended fuse size: 15 amps, 12VDC 7.5 amps, 24VDC Flow Rate 1.5 gpm (6.8 lpm) open flow Pressure Vessel:...

  • Page 7: Parts List

    PARTS LIST: 1) Clark Pump and Pressure Vessel Assembly 2) RO Membrane Elements 3) Feed Pump Assembly (Feed Pumps, Prefilter, Pump Control Module) 4) Control Panel 5) Carbon Filter with Solenoid Valve for Automatic Fresh Water Flush 6) Accumulator Tank (depressurized for shipping) 7) 3/4”...

  • Page 8: Configurations

    2. One 40” membrane in a 43.85 “ pressure vessel is lighter and slightly more efficient. SYSTEM OVERVIEW: The SolarMaax 17 is able to operate on one or both feed pump. Use one pump when maximum electrical efficiency is needed or operating in cold water or in warm waters, use both pumps to maximize product output.

  • Page 9: Installation Instructions

    Figure 1: Simplified Component and Plumbing Layout When installing the SolarMaax 17 in your boat; here are the top factors to consider: A. Make access for service, removal, and repair as easy as possible B.
  • Page 10 113°F (45C) when the is non-operational. If operating and being SolarMaax 17 cooled by sea water, higher ambient temperatures up to 120°F (49°C) are tolerable. All of the assembly inlets and outlets are labeled clearly in the manual making the assembly process as “plug and play”...

  • Page 11: Component Descriptions In Order Of Water Flow

    Use ¾” hose barbs that match the valve material and ¾” ID hard walled reinforced below waterline rated hose leading to the Sea Strainer. The Seacock and Hose are not included in the SolarMaax 17 SEA STRAINER: Arrow on housing shows flow direction Figure 3: ¾”...

  • Page 12: Fresh Water Flush Filter Assembly

    FRESH WATER FLUSH ASSEMBLY: Ships Fresh Water Pressure To Flush Tee Carbon Filter (We ship with filter installed) Use the 10’ Flush Valve Carbon Filter (we ship with Cable between the filter installed) PCM outputs (right) and the Flush Valve (left) Figure 4: Fresh Water Flush Assembly The Auto-Flush function is used to flush seawater out of the system after use.

  • Page 13: Feed Pump Assembly

    FEED PUMP ASSEMBLY Filter Status Gauge connections on the inlet and outlet of the prefilter Pump Module outlet 5 Micron Filter Pump Module inlet Element inside the Pre-Filter Sump Manual Feed Pump Switch Feed Pumps Pump Control Module (PCM) Figure 6: Feed Pump Assembly The Pump Assembly has two 3 chambered positive displacement diaphragm Feed Pumps similar to marine and RV demand pumps but generate higher pressure.
  • Page 14 Mounting the Feed Pump Assembly Figure 7: Feed Pump Assembly Foot Mount Drawing To mount the Feed Pump Assembly, remove the 4 rubber feet by removing the 4 5/16” nuts and use the following drawing to pre-mount the feet first then locate the pump module back onto the 4 rubber feet.

  • Page 15: Prefilter Status Gauge

    FILTER STATUS GAUGE: Figure 8: Pre-Filter Status Gauge The Pre-Filter is equipped with a “Status Gauge” to indicate when replacement is required….it is connected using ¼” tubing to both the inlet and outlet of the Pre-Filter. Note flow direction through Status Gauge. Mount where it can easily be seen during operation. Double sticky foam or Alien tape works good for mounting or can be fastened to a bulkhead ACCUMULATOR TANK: Water Flow is...

  • Page 16: Enhanced Clark Pump

    ENHANCED CLARK PUMP Brine Out Ports, Left and Right Inlet Pressure Gauge assembly Usually only one is used Separate and mounted Pressure Relief Valve Feed Inlet with shipping plug Figure 10: Front View High Pressure Fittings High Pressure Return From Swivel 360°...

  • Page 17: Membrane And Pressure Vessel

    PRESSURE VESSEL AND RO MEMBRANE ASSEMBLY: Figure 12: Pressure Vessel and RO Membrane Assembly The RO Membrane Element is shipped in the Pressure Vessel. The Clark Pump and Pressure Vessel assembly have been flushed with a storage solution, drained and the inlet and outlet of the Clark Pump and the membrane product outlet plugged to keep the membrane wet.

  • Page 18: Control Panel

    CONTROL PANEL: SolarMaax 17 is equipped with a basic electronic control system that includes the Pump Control Module with Auto Flush programs, a manual override switch and an Operator Control Panel. The Manual Override Switch allows for direct activation of the Feed Pumps in event of an electronic failure. The Operator Control Panel (OCP) communicates with the Pump Control Module (PCM) through a cable to control the Feed Pumps and Auto Flush Mode as required.

  • Page 19: Way Service Valves

    3-WAY SERVICE VALVES: Handle points to port open to the common port Common Port Figure 14: 3-way Service Valves Two 3-way Service Valves are provided for access to the Seawater Feed Line and Brine Discharge Line. They are used to facilitate membrane storage and cleaning procedures. They should be place so the Service Tubes can reach a Service Pail at the same time.

  • Page 20: Optional Tank Selector Valve

    TANK FILL SELECTOR VALVE To Tank 1 Product Flow Inlet To Tank 2 Figure 16: Optional Tank fill Selector Valve If more than one tank needs to be filled, a Product Water 3-way Valve can be installed in the product line from the panel. A Product Water 3-way Valve is a specific type of valve that cannot block the Product flow in any valve position (non-dead heading) Caution: Do not use any type of selector valve that can block the flow any way, even momentarily, or damage to the system will happen.
  • Page 21 HAND HELD TDS TESTER MEASUREMENT INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Start and run the system, making, and diverting the product water, for at least a minute. 2. Remove the protective cap. 3. Turn the TDS meter on. The ON/OFF switch is located on the panel. 4.

  • Page 22: Mounting The Components

    MOUNTING THE COMPONENTS: A. Dimensions for the Clark Pump Module and the Feed Pump Assembly are on page (40). B. Follow the flow diagram and the mounting notes in the component descriptions. Note how the 3 way valves are plumbed, they will always introduce and 90° turn in the flow. A set of U brackets are supplied to mount the valve to a bulkhead if desired.

  • Page 23: System Plumbing Diagram

    PLUMBING: Figure 18: Complete Plumbing Diagram V1.1...

  • Page 24: Low Pressure Tube Fittings

    Tube Cutter: Figure 19: Tube Cutter A tube cutter is supplied with every SolarMaax 17 system. This cutter allows the tubing to be cut squarely to allow for a leak free seal on “Push-to-Connect” fittings. The above photo shows the correct placement of the tubing into the tubing cutter. The cutter has a hinge on one end...
  • Page 25 TUBING CONNECTION: All low-pressure fittings are “Push-to-Connect”, high grade, double “O” ring, NSF 58 certified, lead free, polypropylene G.A. Murdock fittings. The SolarMaax 17 system comes with the push- to-connect fittings pre-installed on the larger components. Additional fittings are supplied to be able to customize installation as needed.

  • Page 26: Electrical

    Figure 22: Electrical Diagram To get the most out of your SolarMaax 17, proper wiring is important. The output of the water maker is set by how much water is pumped through the Clark Pump, more feed water in, more product out.
  • Page 27 Pump Control Module (PCM level 1) Main Power Wires go in through this Gland Power Switch for the PCM Remove Front Panel for Power Wiring Manual Pump Power Switch Figure 23: Pump Control Module (PCM) The PCM provides control through the Owner Control Panel of the Feed Pumps and two Auto- Flush programs.
  • Page 28 The Flush Valve cable attaches to the two wires with female spade terminals coming through the small gland and connects to the Flush Valve on the Carbon filter. 10’ extensions for both cables are available for purchase through ElectroMaax. DC Power...

  • Page 29: Commissioning

    COMMISSIONING: The Commissioning Procedure should be performed at a new system start up. The main function is to prime the Feed Pump, purge the system of any foreign material before it goes into the Clark Pump and purge membrane storage chemical before the system is pressurized and check for leaks.

  • Page 30: Normal Start Up And Run

    NORMAL START UP: Note: If there is any question about the service history of the system, perform a “Restart after Long Term Storage” (pg. 32) procedure first. 1. Turn on the Main and PCM power. 2. Check the boat’s Inlet and Brine Through Hulls are open and the sea strainer is free of debris. 3.

  • Page 31: Shut Down And Flush Options

    Caution: The Ships pressure fresh water system must on with plenty of water in the tank when the SolarMaax 17 is in Auto Flush mode. If the boat is to be left unattended it is recommended to put the system into long term storage “Pickle”.

  • Page 32: Long Term Storage And Restart

    PICKLING FOR LONG-TERM STORAGE: 1. Make 2 gallons of product water or pour 3 gallons of distilled water into the Service Pail. 2. Perform a fresh Water Flush as detailed in the Fresh Water Flush procedure. 3. Wearing gloves, thoroughly mix an 8 oz package of Memstor Storage Chemical into the water in the Service Pail.

  • Page 33: Prefilter Service

    PREFILTER SERVICE O-Ring Seal Figure 25: 5 Micron Pre-Filter The Clark Pump and the RO Membrane must only operate on 5 Micron or better filtered Feed Water. Not all “5 Micron” filter elements are the same. Some come with Carbon in them that let off Carbon “fines”...

  • Page 34: Membrane Cleaning

    MEMBRANE CLEANING PROCEDURES: Your membranes could require cleaning if you see a 10 psi. rise in the feed pressure over the base line and/or an increase in your TDS levels. The membrane cleaning procedure is a two- step process that first uses an alkaline solution to remove any organic fouling followed by an acid solution to dissolve and remove scale deposits.

  • Page 35: Membrane Replacement

    MEMBRANE REPLACEMENT: The easiest way to replace the membrane is to remove the Pressure Vessel from its mounts for the procedure. It can be done in place but only if there is room enough on the outlet end of the Pressure Vessel to pull the membrane out.
  • Page 36 The Pressure Vessel does not have to be removed if there is room off Remove the 4 Bolts the Outlet end for the Membrane holding the Pressure Element to come out. Vessel Mount Caps Figure 28: Removing the Pressure Vessel 1-Grab Metal Ring of 2-Unscrew until the ring hits the fitting...
  • Page 37 Figure 30: Pulling the Membrane Element Out Using your hand, grab the white Product Collecting tube in the middle of the membrane to put. If it doesn’t want to come it’s because the Brine and Product Collecting Tube seals are holding it.
  • Page 38 The Membrane Element has no set Feed Flow direction until a Brine Lip Seal is placed on one end. The end with the Brine Seal is placed at the flow inlet of the Pressure Vessel. The Brine Seal directs the Feed Flow through the middle of the Membrane. The Product Water inside the Product Collection Tube is separated from the high pressure salt water by an O-ring in the End Cap.
  • Page 39 1-Line up the Ring and start threading on 2-Thread the Ring on until the End Cap the Tube Seal contacts the Tube 4-Finish threading the Ring on and hand 3-Twist and push the End Cap until the tighten just snug Seal goes in the Tube Figure 33: Reinstalling the End Cap Lightly lube the O-ring in the center bore of the end cap and the inner edge of the Vessel Tube...

  • Page 40: Module Dimensions

    MODULE DIMENSIONS: V1.1...
  • Page 41 V1.1...

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING: Symptom Cause Remedy No Product Flow Pressure Relief Valve open Close the Pressure Relief Valve Feed Pump not primed Open the Pressure Relief Valve until the system primes then close the valve. Feed Pump won’t prime, air getting into Check all connections and Strainer the feed line before the Feed Pump, Bowl Seal in front of the Boost...

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