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Long Term Storage Procedures
The Versa Sea Pak is best run continuously. When not in use, biological growth in the mem-
brane is the leading cause of membrane fouling. A warm environment will cause more growth
than a cold environment. If the system is to be left unused for more than five days, perform the
following storage procedure. The procedure introduces a chemical compound into the system
that prevents biological growth. This procedure requires de-chlorinated water.
Storage-1 a special storage compound used by the US Navy. It is formulated to be
compatible with the modern engineering plastics and composites in the Versa Sea
Pak.
Do not use any substitute
except propylene glycol. If you wish to use glycol
for storage, follow the winterizing instructions. Storage-1 Compound must be
mixed at a ratio of 1 container to 3 gallons (12L) of fresh water to have the proper
solution for up to six months storage.
Caution! Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or lungs with the storage chemical.
Versa Sea Pak Storage Procedure
The system can be stored for periods up to six months using this procedure.
1. Make or buy 4 gallons of Chlorine free water and put it in a bucket.
2. Install the Feed & Brine service hoses. Place the end of the Feed hose in the bucket and the
brine hose to drain.
3. Start and run the feed pump until you have one gallon of fresh water left in the bucket.
4. Mix 1 container of Storage-1 compound with
the water in the bucket and place the end of
the brine service hose in the bucket.
5.
Make sure the pressure relief valve on the
hydraulic
intensifier
is
OPEN
(unpressurized)
by turning
1
/
2
turn counterclockwise
6. Turn on the feed pump. Circulate the storage
chemical in the system for approximately 10
minutes. Turn off the feed pump when fin-
ished.
Clean Up
1. Remove the 5 micron filter element from its housing and put in a dry one.
2. Rinse and dry the inside of the case, being careful not to get water inside the pump motor.
3. Charge the battery.
4. Remove the hoses, drain them, and stow them away in the case. Insert the hose connection plugs
in the hose fittings.
