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- Page 1 HFD-PS40 Land Warfare Universal Watermaker Operating Manual Katadyn Desalination LLC. 2220 S. McDowell Blvd. Ext. Petaluma, CA 94954 Phone: 415-526-2780 www.spectrawatermakers.com Updated February 2025...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction........................4 HFD Introduction ......................... 5 Shipping List ........................6 Product Specifications ......................7 Operation........................8 Using the HFD........................9 HFD Plumbing Diagram......................10 HFD Electrical Diagram......................11 Powered Operation ......................12 Unit Shutdown Procedure ....................18 Case Overview/Water Testing ..................19 Manual Operation Guide .................... -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction... -
Page 5: Hfd Introduction
Introduction to HFD Land Warfare The HFD is a portable water solution that can deliver purified drinking water from virtually any source, including fresh, brackish or seawater. Based on the proven PowerSurvivor 40E, this rug- ged watermaker operates with unprecedented energy efficiency using BB-2590 DC batteries, solar power, NATO slave power or common battery voltages. -
Page 6: Shipping List
Shipping List Warning! Spectra Watermakers will not be held responsible for shortages and or freight damage that are not reported within thirty days of the ship date. Study the system layout diagrams, component photos and descriptions before beginning your set up. This will assist you in understanding the function and identification of each component. HFD PS40 Land Warfare Universal Watermaker Shipping List: HFD Watermaker Case: •... -
Page 7: Product Specifications
Product Specifications Power Specifications: 12-35VDC Rate of Water Production (±15%): 1.5 U.S. gal./hr. 5.6 liters/hr. Feed Water Flow Rate: 15 U.S. gal./hr. 56 liters/hr Basic Unit Weight: 48 lbs 22 kg Complete Unit Height: 8.5 in 22 cm Complete Unit Length: 19 in 48 cm Complete Unit Width:... -
Page 8: Operation
Operation... -
Page 9: Using The Hfd
Using the HFD Choosing a Site: It is crucial to select a non-chlorinated water source, as exposure to chlorinated water will ir- reparably damage the membrane. Additionally, your water source should be as free from sus- pended sand, silt, algae, etc., as possible to ensure longer prefilter life. •... -
Page 10: Hfd Plumbing Diagram
HFD Plumbing Diagram... -
Page 11: Hfd Electrical Diagram
HFD Wiring Schematic... -
Page 12: Powered Operation
Powered Operation Open HFD case, remove unattached hoses in bags. Disconnect attached hoses with mismatched colored Take out hoses and keep bags for proper storage! bands from each other. Snap post-filter onto product water line inside Connect discharge line to the cooling coil by con- case.* Confirm arrow on filter indicates flow necting the two yellow hose ends. - Page 13 Powered Operation Cont. Connect feed (blue) and brine (red) attached hoses Open mesh bag with pre-filter and screw filter onto to unattached hoses extensions. Connect product blue handle on feed hose end. Mesh bag should stay (green) hose extension to outlet end of post-filter. on filter for camouflage .
- Page 14 Powered Operation Cont. 13A. For 2590 Battery: 13A.3. Connect plug on connector 13A.2. Put connector with battery 13A.1. Place connector cap on into DC/DC converter on into foam case. battery. watermaker to turn on watermaker. 13B. For Lead-Acid Battery or other 12-35VDC Power Supply with Leads: 13B.1.
- Page 15 Powered Operation Cont. 13C. For Use With Humvee as Main Power Source: 13C.1. Plug Nato Slave Cable into Humvee. 13C.2. Plug Nato Cable end into extension cord. 13C.3. Push Deutsch Connector end (grey 13B.4. Plug Deutsch Connector into DC/DC end) of extension cord into case through port converter on watermaker to turn on hole.
- Page 16 Powered Operation Cont. 13D. For Solar Panels: 13D.2. Stand up panels perpendicular to sunrays. 13D.1. Take solar panels out of case lid and TIP: Panels are perpendicular when a straight pen or unfold. stick extended from panel shows no shadow. 13D.3.
- Page 17 Powered Operation Cont. Allow unit to run for 10 minutes to flush out Close the pressure relief valve to begin making membrane preservative. product water. Product water can be tested by taste or by When using the port hole, the unit can operate using the included salinity tester (see the closed.
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Page 18: Unit Shutdown Procedure
Unit Shutdown Procedure Shutting Down and Storing the Watermaker To Turn Off the Watermaker: • Simply unplug the grey electrical connector located on the left side of the unit. If the Unit Must Be Moved: Follow these steps before transport: 1. -
Page 19: Case Overview/Water Testing
Case Overview Water Testing 1. Turn on the TDS meter by pressing the ON/OFF switch located on the panel. 2. Fill the cap with fresh water from the unit, once the system has been running for at least 5 minutes. 3. -
Page 20: Manual Operation Guide
Manual Operation... -
Page 21: Special Conditions
Special Conditions Product freshwater output volume will vary somewhat, depending on the salinity and temperature of the seawater being processed. The following figure illustrates the relationship between feed water temperature and the quantity of product water. Factors which are known to affect output or performance include: •... -
Page 22: Storage, Troubleshooting & Hfd Components
Storage, Troubleshooting, & HFD Components... -
Page 23: Storage Procedures
Storage Procedures Seawater Storage Guidelines Seawater should not remain stagnant in the HFD for more than a week. In tropical environ- ments, it should not be left for longer than 3 days. Membrane Care The Reverse Osmosis Membrane is the key component in water purification and is highly sus- ceptible to bacterial growth. -
Page 24: Membrane Storage Procedure
Mix one scoop (0.5 oz) of the SC-1 preservative or ( 2 Draw a quart of water into the system. cap fills) of Katadyn Membrane preservative 8013609 into the remaining quart of water. Mix until the chemicals are completely dissolved. -
Page 25: Membrane Cleaning Procedure
HFD or another clean, non-chlorinated water source. Remove the prefilter from the end of the Mix one scoop (0.5 oz) of the SC-2 / Katadyn intake hose and draw 1 quart of water cleaning powder into the remaining quart of into the system. -
Page 26: Troubleshooting Tree
Troubleshooting Tree Does the watermaker run/ Is power source properly supply- Recharge, replace with piston moving? ing 12-35VDC? another source, or oper- ate unit with optional manual pumping handle. Tighten screw terminals on DC/DC converter. Or send in for servicing. Is reject brine water being Submerge entire in feed- Is intake filter entirely sub-... -
Page 27: Hfd Components
Feed Water Hose Extension & Product Water Brine Discharge Hose Extension Hose Extension Adjustable Filter Weight HFD Service Parts Kit HFD Optional Components Replacement Hose Fittings MIL SPEC Solar Kit—120W Bren-Tronics 2590 Rechargeable Battery SC-2 / Katadyn SC-1 / Katadyn Membrane Cleaner Membrane Preservative... -
Page 28: Pump Exploded View Diagram
Pump Exploded View Diagram... -
Page 29: Notes
Notes...
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