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Safe Lite U.V. Disinfection INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL This manual covers installation, operation and maintenance requirements for Safe Lite U.V. Disinfection Units. Models SL-2V, 8V It is important that those responsible for the installation of this equipment, as well as the owner / operator, read this manual and carefully follow the instructions and guidelines.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING - to guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be observed, including the following: 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. 2. DANGER - To avoid possible electric shock, special care should be taken since water is present near electrical equipment.
FUNCTION: The function of this ultraviolet disinfection unit is to provide in excess of 99% reduction of all water borne pathogenic (disease causing) bacteria. Model Safe Lite series have a number code designation correspondent to the maximum gpm (gallons per minute) flow rate of the unit. I.E.- SL-8V has a maximum flow capacity of 8 gpm. Applications: Ultraviolet Germicidal Disinfection A.T.S.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR ALL DISINFECTION UNITS: When installing the equipment, it is necessary that the unit be isolated from vibration, heavy equipment, and poorly connected piping. Incoming water temperature to the unit should not exceed 35 ° minimum to110 ° maximum degrees Fahrenheit.
STEP BY STEP INSTALLATION: 1. Turn off the water before cutting into the water line. 2. Assess the installation (i.e. type of pipe, size of lines, etc.) and obtain necessary plumbing fittings for installation. Inlets and outlets on 8 gpm units are 3/4" MNPT. Use Teflon tape on all threaded connections and avoid over tightening.
QUARTZ SLEEVE: Installation of the Quartz Sleeve: Always handle quartz sleeves carefully to prevent breaking or chipping. The quartz sleeves are to be clean and free of fingerprints before installing. Remove the compression nut. Install the quartz sleeve through the stainless steel threaded nipple allowing an equal amount to extend beyond each nipple.
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U.V. LAMPS: INSTALLATION OF THE ULTRAVIOLET LAMPS: **DO NOT PUT POWER ON AT THIS TIME!** CAUTION: Never look directly at a operating U.V. lamp operate a U.V. lamp outside the disinfection chamber. Make sure unit is unplugged when installing or servicing ultraviolet lamp. Remove any paper tabs on the U.V.
SANITATION PROCEDURE FOR INSTALLATION AND BULB REPLACEMENT: HOW TO DISINFECT A WATER SYSTEM: Every new well, or existing water supply system that has been disrupted for service or repair, should be disinfected before it is returned to use. Water in the well and storage tank should be treated with a strong chlorine solution to destroy disease organisms.
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LARGE DIAMETER WELLS: Dug or bored wells should be disinfected in the same way as a drilled one. Lower the water level as much as possible, remove the sand, silt and debris, and then treat with the chlorine solution. Mix thoroughly by circulating the water back into the well and use the hose to rinse the interior lining of the well.
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REMEMBER - To make your water supply safe: - Locate your well properly. - Protect it from surface contamination. - Test water periodically for coliform bacteria. (Home-yearly, Farm-2X yearly) - Chlorinate, or filter and disinfect the water if necessary. When installing an ultraviolet disinfection system, a prefilter with sump may serve as a source to sanitize the water lines only.
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DRILLED WELLS: 1. Remove the cap or seal from the casing and measure the depth of the water in the well, then refer to Table 1 to determine how many chlorine pellets should be used. In some instances removing the seal to measure the water can be a difficult task, and it is easier to estimate well and water depth from well log or other records.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION U.V. lamp will not light Check input voltage if below Install a voltage regulator or above 120 volts Line cord disconnected Check, replace or outlet defective Defective U.V. lamp Replace Defective lamp ballast Check output voltage Replace ballast Loose open-circuit wire Trace out and repair...
LIMITED WARRANTY All parts of the disinfection unit, with the exception of the U.V. lamp, are guaranteed for one (1) year against defective parts and workmanship. The stainless steel disinfection chamber on the Safe Lite series is guaranteed for ten (10) years. component which fails to operate satisfactorily within their time period will be replaced free of charge under the following conditions: NOTIFY YOUR LOCAL DEALER OR DISTRIBUTOR OF ANY PARTS...
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SPECIFICATIONS MODEL # SL-2V SL-8V MAXIMUM CAPACITY G.P.M. SHIPPING WEIGHT 7 LBS 8.5 LBS # OF LAMPS KW @ 120V AMPS @ 120V INLET / OUTLET SIZE 3/8'' STD. MNPT 3/4'' STD. MNPT TOTAL DIMENSION INCL. WALL MOUNT 21'' 15.5'' DISINFECTION CHAMBER MATERIAL 304 SS TUBING...
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SUGGESTED PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING STERILE WATER SAMPLES: Prior to taking the water sample, be sure to have on hand an adequate supply of sterile bottles. These sterile bottles should be obtained from a reputable laboratory and should have been autoclaved and contained within a plastic outer wrapping.
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SL-8V Parts List CODE PART# DESCRIPTION QTY. ATS-5248 Chamber ATS-5173 Site Port O-Ring ATS-5172 Site Port Lens ATS-5171 Site Port Nut ATS-R01 ¾” Flo.-Et. Retainer 8 gpm ATS-F08 8 gpm Flo.-Et. ATS-6110 ATS5-410 Lock Nut ATS8-544 End Nut O-Ring (seal quartz sleeve)
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