FCI Watermakers MAX-Q+, User Manual & Installation Manual

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FCI WATERMAKERS, INC. 29 Installation
COMPONENTS SUPPLIED BY INSTALLER
Select a suitable location for the components and evaluate where you plan
to place them. Obtain a good working estimate as to the footage of hose
that will be needed and contact your dealer or FCI for the supplies. Table 1
summarizes the specifications for components supplied by installer.
Table 1: Specifications for Components Supplied by Installer
Connection Specification
Inlet Thru Hull 3/4" minimum
Connection at Inlet Thru Hull 3/4" hose barb
Brine Discharge Thru Hull (If installing optional
media filter, the backwash line can tee into the
brine discharge line. Add a check valve on the brine
discharge line to prevent back flow to the system.)
1/2" minimum at water level
Connection at Brine Discharge Thru Hull 1/2" tubing
Connection at Ship's Unpressurized
Potable Water Storage Tank
3/8" tubing compression fitting x 3/8” NPT
Connection at Ship's Pressurized Water Supply 1/2" tubing compression fitting x 1/2” NPT
Incoming Power 120VAC, 240VAC, 380VAC, or
480VAC, 50/60 Hz as listed on
system's serial number plate
Incoming Wire Size Per local electrical specifications
Current Draw (Actual current draw will
vary with incoming power conditions)
28.4 A (120VAC, single phase systems)
14.2 A (240 VAC, single phase systems)
10.4 A (240 VAC, three phase systems)
6.3 A (380 VAC, three phase systems)
5.1 A (480 VAC, three phase systems)
COMPONENTS SUPPLIED BY INSTALLER
CAUTION:
All fittings, valves, and piping installed prior to, within, and after
the system must not contain iron. If the resulting failure of the R.O. membrane
element is attributed to improper installation, it is the liability of the installer.
1 Inlet Thru Hull Fitting with Forward Facing Scoop and Shut-off Valve:
The inlet thru hull fitting must be minimum 3/4" and dedicated to only
the FCI system. It is important that the installer utilizes a forward‑facing
scoop so that the system receives a positive flow of water as the boat is
under way. The fitting must be installed on the boats hull in a position
that provides continual feed water flow without air to the system.
Most of what you will need to install your system is included in
your package. As each system installation varies, not all installation
fittings, hose and tubing can be provided. There are a few items
that you will need to consider for your individual system.