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- Page 1 Watermaker Manual For Electric / Generator-Driven Models G-20 & G-40 Installation, Operation and Maintenance 401.400.2226 | info@seaclearwatermakers.com 36 Harrison Street, Bristol, RI 02809 | www.seaclearwatermakers.com Version 1.1-G...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ........................Page 3 Watermaker Diagrams ....................Page 4 Operating Manual ......................Page 7 Quick Guide To Operation ................Page 8 Starting Your Watermaker ............... Page 10 Shutting Down Your Watermaker ............. Page 13 Long Term Storage ................. Page 14 Maintenance Manual ..................... -
Page 3: Introduction
INTRODUCTION We’d like to thank you for selecting a Sea Clear Watermaker™ to supply fresh, pure water for your vessel and your crew. Because this system was designed specifi cally for cruisers by cruisers, we’re confi dent that you will be happy with your choice. -
Page 4: Watermaker Diagrams
Control Panel (Front) High Pressure Sea Water Lift Membrane Pump Switch Pump Switch Pressure Pressure Adjustment Gauge Needle Valve Pre-fi lter Pressure Gauge Sea Water Valve Product Water Gauge Fresh Water Valve Fuses Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 4... - Page 5 Control Panel (Back) Pre-fi lter Pressure Gauge Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 5...
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Page 6: High Pressure Pump
High Pressure Pump Output to Membrane Electric Motor Dipstick Pressure Relief Valve * Pump shown is for G-40 model. Input from To Second Brine Pre-fi lter Discharge Port on Housing Control Panel Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 6... -
Page 7: Operating Manual
Quick Guide to Operation ........Page 8 Starting Your Watermaker ........Page 10 Shutting Down Your Watermaker ......Page 13 Long Term Storage ....Page 14 (more than 5-7 days without use) Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 7... -
Page 8: Quick Guide To Operation
Adjustment Needle Valve ❹ Place hose labeled “To fl ush tank” into 5 clockwise, gallon bucket increasing to operating pressure of 800 ❺ Turn Pressure Adjustment Needle Valve counterclockwise 2 times Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 8... - Page 9 “Seawater intake” position and Fresh Water valve to “To fl ush tank” ⓬ Place “Flush water intake” hose into bucket position of product water Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 9...
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Page 10: Starting Your Watermaker
“Seawater Intake” position and turn the Fresh Water valve to the “Flush Tank” position. (See Figure 1.) ❸ Place the hose labeled “To fl ush tank” into a clean 5 gallon bucket. FIGURE 1 Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 10... - Page 11 It is critical that the pressure remain constant at 800 PSI at all times. Do NOT increase the pressure to attempt to achieve a higher product output. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 11...
- Page 12 ⓭ Monitor the level of water in your tank. When the tank is full or when you are fi nished making water, proceed to the shut down process on the following page. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 12...
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Page 13: Shutting Down Your Watermaker
Pump is running and the Seawater valve is in the “Seawater Intake” position. When shutting down the system, always switch the Seawater valve to the “Flush water intake” position before turning off the Seawater Lift Pump. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 13... -
Page 14: Long Term Storage
5 gallons of product water available, you may use clean tap water instead. However, the tap water must be run through a charcoal fi lter fi rst to eliminate all chlorine, as this will damage your membrane. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 14... - Page 15 ►►►Keep a close watch on the 5 gallon bucket to be sure it does not run dry. ►►► Depending upon Seawater Lift Pump installation, it may be necessary to drain water from hoses and lift pump before exposing to freezing temperatures. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 15...
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Page 16: Maintenance Manual
MAINTENANCE MANUAL Pre-fi lters ............. Page 17 High Pressure Pump ..........Page 17 Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 16... -
Page 17: Pre-Fi Lters
It is good practice to inspect the belt and check the gear case oil every 20 hours of operation. See the following pages for information regarding the electric motor. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 17... - Page 18 1HP Electric Motor Datasheet (Standard Kit Model G-20) Horsepower RPM / poles 1800 / 4 Voltage / phase 115 / 208-230V / 1 Frame Enclosure TEFC Frequency 60Hz Rated speed 1725 RPM Full load amps 13.6 / 7.5 - 6.8 A...
- Page 19 1HP Electric Motor Dimensions (Standard Kit Model G-20) * All dimensions are in inches. MOUNTING 2.44 0.34 2.75 6.5 13.4 0.12 1.73 8.07 6.9 5.35 KEYSEAT FLANGE SHAFT TERMINAL BOX 0.19 1.41 0.188 0.517 5.875 4.5 0.16 ³/8-16 1.88 0.625 1.65...
- Page 20 / 40 uF / 450V Wire type Loose Wire Wire housing Junction Box Connection diagram 115 / 208 - 230V - 6 Lead Approx. weight 43 lbs. FL effi ciency 73.0% Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 20...
- Page 21 * All dimensions are in inches. MOUNTING 2.44 0.34 2.75 6.5 6.5 14.88 3.5 0.12 1.73 8.5 5.35 KEYSEAT FLANGE SHAFT TERMINAL BOX 0.19 1.41 0.188 0.517 5.875 4.5 0.16 ³/8-16 1.88 0.625 1.65 3.23 Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 21...
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Page 22: Installation Manual
High Pressure Pump Installation ......Page 27 Membrane Installation .......... Page 29 Seawater Lift Pump Installation ......Page 29 Running Tubing and Hoses ........Page 30 Initial System Start-up .......... Page 33 Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 22... -
Page 23: System Diagram
SYSTEM DIAGRAM Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 23... -
Page 24: What's Included In Your Kit
Minimum 4000 watt generator (5000 watt preferred) or larger • Intake through-hull • Brine discharge through-hull • Stainless steel hose clamps • PVC cleaner and glue • Membrane housing mounting brackets Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 24... -
Page 25: Control Panel Installation
❷ Mount the Wiring Harness near the Control Panel (but not below the panel, as it will be obscured by hoses). ❸ Run 12-gauge wire from a dedicated 10 amp breaker to the red wire on the barrier strip. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 25... -
Page 26: Pre-Fi Lter Installation
Pre-fi lter. Push and hold the red button on top of the Pre-fi lter Housing and turn on the Seawater Lift Pump. Continue to hold the button until air stops being released. As soon as water is seen, release the button. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 26... -
Page 27: High Pressure Pump Installation
To determine your generator’s operating RPM, refer to the AR North America chart below. ►►►Go back to page 6 and write your generator’s RPM in the gold-colored box for future reference.. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 27... - Page 28 ❸ If the generator is not grounded to the [-] terminal of the battery, you will need to run an additional wire from the pump to your [-] battery buss. (In most cases, this will not be required.) High Pressure Pump Fittings See “Swagelok High Pressure Fitting Installation” on page 29. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 28...
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Page 29: Membrane Installation
[-] buss. ❷ Run a 3/4” hose from the output of the Seawater Lift Pump to the hose barb on the panel labeled “Seawater Intake.” Secure using stainless steel hose clamps. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 29... -
Page 30: Running Tubing And Hoses
A plastic tubing cutter with scoring action, which can be found in most hardware stores, is FIGURE 2 recommended. This tool can be used to cut PVC tubing as well. Do not use a hacksaw. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 30... - Page 31 9 o’clock position. Fig. 3. Note: For 1/16, 1/8, and 3/16 in.; 2, 3, and 4 mm tube fi ttings, tighten the nut three-quarters turn to the 3 o’clock position. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 31...
- Page 32 The boat’s designated intake through-hull should be located in an area that will always be in the water when the boat is used under normal running conditions. This through-hull must not be located near discharge lines that could introduce foreign materials, such as head or generator exhaust. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 32...
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Page 33: Initial System Start-Up
❼ Let the system run for 5 minutes and then increase the pressure by turning the Pressure Adjustment Needle Valve clockwise until it reaches 700 psi. ❽ Do another quick check for leaks. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 33... - Page 34 ❺ Let system operate, discarding water for 15 minutes before testing, checking one last time for leaks. ❻ At the end of 15 minutes, fi ll 5 gallon bucket with product water. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 34...
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Page 35: Appendices
APPENDICES High Pressure Pump Repair ........Page 36 Troubleshooting Guide .......... Page 37 Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 35... -
Page 36: High Pressure Pump Repair
HIGH PRESSURE PUMP REPAIR For more information about the High Pressure Pump, please visit http://www.arnorthamerica.com. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 36... -
Page 37: Troubleshooting Guide
Remove fi ttings and apply thread sealant • Check all hose connections • Make sure air is purged from Pre-fi lter Unable to obtain pressure • Check Pre-fi lter gauge • Replace needle valve Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 37... - Page 38 Make sure brine discharge is not blocked • Check all hose connections If you are still having diffi culty with your watermaker, please contact us at (401) 400-2226 or info@ seaclearwatermakers.com. Sea Clear Watermakers™ Manual - Version 1.1-G Page 38...