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

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FCI WATERMAKERS, INC. 24 Pre-Installation
COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONS
The standard and optional components are described in this
section, and items required for or desired by the installer are listed.
The location, operation, and purpose of each major component
of your FCI Watermakers system is briefly explained.
Use of third party, Non‑FCI (or unauthorized) components may lead to premature
failure, added operating and maintenance costs, and increased labor. Using third party,
Non‑FCI components may void any and all FCI Watermakers Warranty. We only wish
to help you enjoy the luxury of owning a FCI Desalinating System. Treat it properly by
using only FCI supplied parts, recommended consumables, and authorized accessories.
LOW PRESSURE PUMP
The low‑pressure pump has 1/2 horsepower. Inlet and discharge connections
are 3/4” hose. The pump should be mounted at or below the waterline to
allow the pump to be flooded. Wiring diagrams are provided on the capacitor
cover and in "SYSTEM INSTALLATION / ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS"
on page 48. Wire was not provided with the pump because of unknown
distances, and can be provided by the installer or authorized FCI dealer.
NOTE:
Follow all local codes when wiring the motor. Connection
points for the low-pressure pump to the main control can
be found in the schematics starting on page 53.
INLET ACTUATED VALVE (optional)
The actuated valve is comprised of a 2‑way union ball valve with an actuated
motor drive on top. The valve is equipped with a post on the top that indicates
the valve position (open / closed). The actuated valve is used in place of the low
pressure pump for installations where the inlet feed is already pressurized.
MEDIA FILTER (optional)
For operation with iron or heavy particulate in the feed water, the
optional media filter will help remove the contaminants before they
damage the high pressure pump or foul the membranes.
The media filter consists of a tank, valve assembly, and pressure
gauges. The media is loaded in the tank. The valve assembly is
used to set the media filter to in-service or backwash .
The media filter requires backwashing for 20 minutes on first use
and when the pressure across the filter is greater than 15 psi.
It is recommended to replace the media every year.
Open/Closed
Indicator