Sea Clear Watermaker B-20 Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual Download

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Watermaker Manual

For Belt / Engine-Driven Models B-20 & B-40

Installation, Operation and Maintenance

401.400.2226 | [email protected]
36 Harrison Street, Bristol, RI 02809 | www.seaclearwatermakers.com

Version 3-B

Summary of Contents for Watermaker B-20

Page 1: ...aker Manual For Belt Engine Driven Models B 20 B 40 Installation Operation and Maintenance 401 400 2226 info seaclearwatermakers com 36 Harrison Street Bristol RI 02809 www seaclearwatermakers com Version 3 B ...

Page 2: ...essure Pump Page 17 Installation Manual Page 20 System Diagram Page 21 What s Included InYour Kit Page 22 Control Panel Installation Page 23 Pre filter Installation Page 24 High Pressure Pump Installation Page 25 Membrane Installation Page 27 Seawater Lift Pump Installation Page 27 RunningTubing and Hoses Page 28 Initial System Start up Page 31 Appendices Page 33 PressureVessel Membrane Assembly P...

Page 3: ...al will introduce you to the system and will walk you through its installation operation and maintenance By taking proper care of your watermaker you ll not only extend the life of your investment but you should also be able to easily diagnose any issues that may arise If you have any questions about the installation operation or maintenance of your Sea Clear Watermaker please feel free to contact...

Page 4: ...nt SeaWaterValve FreshWater Valve Pressure Adjustment NeedleValve Membrane Pressure Gauge SeaWater Lift Pump Switch High Pressure Pump Switch Pre filter Pressure Gauge Fuses ProductWater Gauge Sea ClearWatermakers Manual Version 3 B Page 4 ...

Page 5: ...Control Panel Back Pre filter Pressure Gauge Sea ClearWatermakers Manual Version 3 B Page 5 3 ...

Page 6: ...Assembly Dipstick Pressure Relief Valve To Second Brine Discharge Port on Control Panel Output to Membrane Input from Pre filter Housing End Cap High PressureTubing to Pressure Adjustment Needle Valve on Control Panel ProductWater Hose 3 diameter x 41 long 8 long x 8 wide x 7 high 20 lb ...

Page 7: ... Manual Quick Guide to Operation Page 8 StartingYour Watermaker Page 10 Shutting DownYour Watermaker Page 13 LongTerm Storage more than 5 7 days without use Page 14 Sea ClearWatermakers Manual Version 3 B Page 7 ...

Page 8: ...ating pressure of 800 psi Start engine bringing it up to operating temperature and steady RPM Turn Seawater valve to Seawater intake position Turn FreshWater valve to Flush tank position Place hose labeled To flush tank into 5 gallon bucket Turn Pressure Adjustment NeedleValve counterclockwise 2 times Sea ClearWatermakers Manual Version 3 B Page 8 Quick GuideTo Operation ...

Page 9: ...edleValve counterclockwise until pressure drops to zero psi Place Flush water intake hose into bucket of product water Turn Seawater valve to Flush water intake position Turn off Seawater Lift Pump Let water flow through system until bucket is almost empty Turn off High Pressure Pump Return Seawater valve to Seawater intake position and FreshWater valve to To flush tank position Sea ClearWatermake...

Page 10: ...ed To flush tank into a clean 5 gallon bucket Before starting your watermaker Oil chlorine and other chemicals will do permanent damage to your watermaker membrane Always confirm that your feed water source is free of chemicals before starting the system If the watermaker has been in storage and this is the first start up since pickling the unit follow the normal start up procedure but discard all...

Page 11: ... clockwise direction until the pressure increases to 700 psi Let the system stabilize Product water should now be flowing into your bucket Verify that everything is running properly and that the pressure is being maintained at 700 psi Now turn the Pressure Adjustment NeedleValve in a clockwise direction again to increase the pressure to its final rate the actual pressure will depend upon water tem...

Page 12: ...alve should be vertical Remove and coil the hose and put the full bucket aside for use during shut down Check the Membrane Pressure Gauge on the right side of the panel occasionally to verify that the pressure is constant Monitor the level of water in your tank When the tank is full or when you are finished making water proceed to the shut down process on the following page Sea ClearWatermakers Ma...

Page 13: ...m let it run until the bucket is almost empty Turn off the High Pressure Pump using the switch on the panel labeled H P Clutch Do not let the pump run dry for more than a few seconds as this will damage your system Upon shut down organic matter will remain in the system which will cause microorganisms to grow that can clog damage your membrane Flushing the system with product water after shut down...

Page 14: ... position valve should be horizontal Turn off the Seawater Lift Pump using the switch on the panel labeled Seawater Lift Pump The pickling solution will flow from the bucket back through the system When the bucket is empty let the watermaker run for an additional 5 seconds before shutting down Turn off the High Pressure Pump using the switch on the panel labeled H P Clutch Do not let the pump run ...

Page 15: ...intake into the bucket and turn the SeaWater valve to the Flush water intake position valve should be horizontal With the engine at operating RPM turn on the High Pressure Pump by using the switch on the panel labeled H P Clutch Watch the brine dump and turn off the High Pressure Pump as soon as you see antifreeze Keep a close watch on the 5 gallon bucket to be sure it does not run dry Depending u...

Page 16: ...Maintenance Manual Pre filters Page 17 High Pressure Pump Page 17 Sea ClearWatermakers Manual Version 3 B Page 16 ...

Page 17: ...ilter Housing and remove the Pre filter element Discard the used element and install a new 5 micron polyester element Reassemble by securely screwing the Pre filter Housing back together When restarting the system be sure to check the Pre filter Housing for leaks High Pressure Pump Your watermaker system includes an AR North America High Pressure Pump see data sheets on the following pages Designe...

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Page 19: ...Sea ClearWatermakers Manual Version 3 B Page 19 For more information about the High Pressure Pump please visit http www arnorthamerica com ...

Page 20: ...rol Panel Installation Page 23 Pre filter Installation Page 24 High Pressure Pump Installation Page 25 Membrane Installation Page 27 Seawater Lift Pump Installation Page 27 RunningTubing and Hoses Page 28 Initial System Start up Page 31 Sea ClearWatermakers Manual Version 3 B Page 20 ...

Page 21: ...System Diagram Sea ClearWatermakers Manual Version 3 B Page 21 ...

Page 22: ... MNPT x 3 8 HB straight 1 3 8 MNPT x 3 8 FNPT coup adaptor 1 3 8 FNPT x 3 8 FNPT coup 1 3 8 FNPT x 3 8 FNPT ell 1 3 8 FNPT x 3 8 MNPT street ell 2 1 4 MNPT x 1 2 HB straight 4 1 4 MNPT x 1 4 FNPT street ell 1 1 4 MNPT plug 1 3 4 MNPT x 3 4 HB straight 1 3 4 MNPT x 3 4 HB ell 1 Pressure relief valve PVC fittings 3 3 4 MNPT x 3 4 HB straight 3 3 4 MNPT x 3 4 HB ell 1 3 4 M short nipple 1 3 4 F x 3 4...

Page 23: ... the watermaker It should be as close as possible to the Membrane and to the High Pressure Pump Make sure the panel is mounted securely to a solid surface Mount theWiring Harness near the Control Panel but not below the panel as it will be obscured by hoses Run 12 gauge wire from a dedicated 20 amp breaker to the red wire on the barrier strip Sea ClearWatermakers Manual Version 3 B Page 23 On many...

Page 24: ...k of the Control Panel and left it loose Connect this hose to the 1 4 fitting on the output side of the Pre filter Housing Run a 3 4 hose from the output side of the Pre filter Housing to the input hose barb on the High Pressure Pump Place the 5 micron Pre filter that was included with your kit into the Pre filter Housing Screw the Pre filter Housing back into place The first time the Seawater Lif...

Page 25: ...ClearWatermakers Manual Version 3 B Page 25 Bracket Requirements Before installing the high pressure pump you ll need a bracket to mount it to the engine The pump must be mounted as level as possible with the oil dipstick on top of the unit The pump can be turned in either direction The bracket should be made of mild steel and painted prior to installation The Z Rails provided in the kit are recom...

Page 26: ...tch to the wiring harness on the Control Panel using 12 gauge tinned wire If the engine 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 ClearWatermakers Manual Version 3 B Page 26 NOTE IN OUT may...

Page 27: ...lled horizontally The pump should be installed as close to the waterline as possible NOTE The lift pump may be plumbed in the alternative position as show on system diagram Once the pump has been mounted run 12 gauge tinned wires to the wiring harness on the panel Run the black wire to the buss and the red wire to the buss Run a 3 4 hose from the output of the Seawater Lift Pump to the hose barb o...

Page 28: ... high pressure tubing from the output port on the High Pressure Pump to the inlet port on the membrane see Figure 2 Be sure when cutting the tubing to length to leave some extra Install end fittings per the Swagelok High Pressure Fitting Installation instructions When cutting the tubing make sure the ends are square and clean A plastic tubing cutter with scoring action which can be found in most h...

Page 29: ...hten fittings Swagelok High Pressure Fitting Installation Fully insert the tube into the fitting and against the shoulder rotate the nut finger tight Fig 1 High Pressure Applications and High Safety Factor Systems Further tighten the nut until the tube will not turn by hand or move axially in the fitting Mark the nut at the 6 o clock position Fig 2 While holding the fitting body steady tighten the...

Page 30: ... 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 engine exhaust Because it is important that the product water line never become blocked we discourage the use of shut off valves in the product water tubing We recommend that the product water from your watermaker be connected to its own fi...

Page 31: ...eaks Turn on the High Pressure Pump using the switch on the Control Panel labeled H P Clutch Pre Start up Checklist All hose fittings are secured with hose clamps Through hulls are open All wiring connections are secure Breaker is on Belt tension on High Pressure Pump is adjusted Verify Pressure Adjustment NeedleValve is turned counterclockwise to reduce pressure Purge Pre filter of air by pushing...

Page 32: ...e on the Control Panel clockwise Using an Allen wrench adjust the pressure relief valve until it opens You should see water flow into the clear bypass hose and a slight drop in pressure on the Membrane Pressure Gauge Reduce pressure by turning the Pressure Adjustment NeedleValve counterclockwise to operating pressure of 850 psi Verify output flow to 5 gallon bucket Let system operate discarding wa...

Page 33: ...Appendices PressureVessel Membrane Assembly Page 34 High Pressure Pump Repair Page 35 Troubleshooting Guide Page 36 Sea ClearWatermakers Manual Version 3 B Page 33 ...

Page 34: ...end clamps liberally grease allen set screws and tighten uniformly Lightly apply silicon grease to both end stubs and lip seal of membrane Insert membrane into tube with the NON o ring end first Lip seal remains at open end Insert the Two Hole end plug as per steps 4 and 5 Two Hole end One Hole end Product freshwater out HP saltwater in Lip seal RO Membrane DO NOT install 2nd o ring HP brine out t...

Page 35: ...High Pressure Pump Repair For more information about the High Pressure Pump please visit http www arnorthamerica com Sea ClearWatermakers Manual Version 3 B Page 35 ...

Page 36: ...uct water output Run system unpressurized for 15 30 minutes Check operating pressure Poor quality high salinity product water Check O ring seal Replace Membrane Product water smells bad Check Pre filter Run system unpressurized for 15 minutes High pressure fittings are leaking Remove fittings and apply thread sealant Unable to obtain pressure Check all hose connections Make sure air is purged from...

Page 37: ...system Verify that through hull is open Make sure Seawater valve on Control Panel is in the Seawater intake position Check Pre filter Verify that Seawater Lift Pump is working Make sure brine discharge is not blocked Check all hose connections If you are still having difficulty with your watermaker please contact us at 401 400 2226 or info seaclearwatermakers com Sea ClearWatermakers Manual Versio...

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