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Installation, Operation and Maintenance
Owner's Manual
SQ-PA, S1Q-PA, S2Q-PA, S5Q-PA, S8Q-PA, S12Q-PA,
SSM-14, SSM-17, SSM-24, SSM-37, SSM-39
Manufactured in Canada by:
425 Clair Road West, Guelph, ON N1L 1R1 Canada
t. 519 763 1032 t.f. 1 800 265 7246 f. 519 763 5069
e. info@viqua.com i. www.viqua.com
EPA# 57987-CN-001
June 2009
P/N 520104

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System Components
Controller Units
Identifies the electronic controller models for the UV system.
UV Lamps and Sleeves
Lists Sterilume-EX UV lamps and compatible quartz sleeves.
UV Sensor and Reactor Chamber
Details the UV sensor and the stainless steel reactor units.
Ancillary Parts
Includes items like gland nuts, o-rings, flow restrictors, and power cords.
Safety Instructions
General Safety Precautions
Outlines essential safety measures and warnings for operating the UV system.
UV Light Hazard Warning
Details the risks associated with UV light exposure and necessary precautions.
Lamp Life and Replacement Note
Provides information on UV lamp life and the requirement for annual replacement.
Installation Procedures
Water Chemistry Requirements
Specifies optimal water quality levels for UV system performance and the need for pre-treatment.
Mounting and Connection Guidelines
Details requirements for mounting the UV system and making electrical/plumbing connections.
System Placement and Protection
Advises on ideal locations, avoiding weather, and using GFCI circuits.
Pre-installation Steps
Covers essential steps like system sterilization and sediment filtration.
Installation Procedures
Typical System Installation Diagram
Illustrates a standard UV system setup with optional components and bypass.
Selecting Installation Location
Guides on choosing a suitable mounting spot for the UV unit, considering clearance.
Installation Procedures
Mounting, Grounding, and Connections
Covers wall mounting, controller placement, grounding, and plumbing connections.
Final Checks and Initial Operation
Details leak checks, powering up, and flushing the system before use.
Disinfection Procedure
Chemical Sanitization of Plumbing
Step-by-step guide for chemically disinfecting the water distribution system.
Chlorine Disinfection Notes
Provides important considerations regarding chlorine use and system alarms.
Operation and Maintenance
Routine System Operation
Covers basic operational checks and maintenance tasks like inspection and draining.
UV Lamp Replacement Procedure
Step-by-step guide for safely replacing the UV lamp and resetting the timer.
Quartz Sleeve Maintenance
Cleaning and Replacement Steps
Instructions for removing, cleaning, and reinstalling the quartz sleeve.
Post-Maintenance Disinfection
Guidance on re-disinfection if the system is bypassed or contaminated.
UV Sensor Maintenance (SM Models)
Sensor Handling and Cleaning
Procedures for safely handling, cleaning, and reassembling the UV sensor.
Sensor Performance and Issues
Discusses sensor window issues and their impact on UV intensity readings.
BA-ICE-S Controller Operation
Lamp Life Indicator and Deferral
Explains how to read lamp life and defer end-of-life alarms.
Resetting Lamp Life Timer
Step-by-step instructions to reset the lamp life timer after replacement.
Total Operation Days Display
How to view the total operating days of the controller.
Lamp Failure Alarm
Describes the system's response to lamp failure, including blank screen and audible alerts.
BA-ICE-SM Controller Operation
UV Intensity Monitoring
Explains the UV sensor's function and how intensity levels are displayed and interpreted.
Low UV Alarm Deferral
How to temporarily silence the audible alarm for low UV intensity.
Warning Signal Importance
Stresses the importance of heeding warning signals for optimal performance.
Troubleshooting and Controller Features
Low UV Alarm Cause Identification
Lists potential reasons for low UV intensity readings, from lamp age to water quality.
Solenoid Output Functionality
Explains the solenoid output's role in shutting off water flow during low UV intensity.
Optional 4-20mA Output
Connecting the 4-20mA Signal Cable
Instructions for installing the optional Y cable to transmit UV intensity data.
Troubleshooting Guide
Common Troubleshooting Scenarios
Addresses issues like pressure drop, high bacteria counts, leaks, and lamp failure.
Display Fault Modes
Interpreting LED Error Codes
Explains the meaning of different LED displays and fault indicators on the controller.
Performance Data
Silver Series Dose Flow Chart
Provides a chart showing flow rates versus UV dose for various models.
Specifications Silver "BASIC"
Model Flow Rates and Dimensions
Details flow rates and physical dimensions for BASIC models.
Electrical and Operational Specs
Covers voltage, power consumption, operating pressure, and temperature.
Specifications Silver "PLUS"
Model Flow Rates and Dimensions
Details flow rates and physical dimensions for PLUS models.
Electrical and Operational Specs
Covers voltage, power consumption, operating pressure, and temperature.
Manufacturer's Warranty
Warranty Terms and Conditions
Outlines the warranty periods for hardware, lamps, and reactor, plus conditions.
Warranty Exclusions and Limitations
Details conditions that void the warranty, such as misuse or unauthorized repairs.

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