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Operation

Installation

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Getting Started

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Installation Basics

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Introduction

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Components

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Ventura Plumbing Schematic

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Installation Notes

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Product Water plumbing

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Tube Fitting Assembly Procedures

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Spectra High Pressure Fitting Instructions

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Electrical

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Wiring

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Optional Tank Switch Wiring and Installation

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Optional Z

Ion Installation

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Operation

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New Systems Start Up and Testing

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Normal Operation and Fresh Water Flush

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Dry Testing with an Artificial Ocean

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Spectra Manual Remote Controller Guide

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Adjusting Fresh Water Flush Duration

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Maintenance, Storage, and Troubleshooting

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Maintenance

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Introduction to Spectra Chemicals

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Ventura Remote Manual Storage Procedure

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Winterizing with Propylene Glycol

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Membrane Cleaning Procedure

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Troubleshooting

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Ventura Flow Test

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Nominal Operating Parameters

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Poor Water Quality

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Technical Bulletins

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Spectra Settings

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Wiring Schematic

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Spectra Remote Manual Electrical Specifications

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Exploded Views and Part Numbers

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Owner Resources

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Warranty, Product Registration

Installation & Commissioning Reports

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Table of Contents

Summary of Contents for VENTURA 150

Page 1: ...stallation and Operations Manual Spectra Watermakers Katadyn Desalination LLC 2220 S McDowell Blvd Ext Petaluma CA 94954 Phone 415 526 2780 Fax 415 526 2787 info spectrawatermakers com www spectrawate...

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Page 3: ...nstalled commissioned by Spectra Authorized FSP full service provider 2 Fill out web based Product Registration form see back of owner s manual for paper copy 3 Complete web based install commissionin...

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Page 5: ...ng with an Artificial Ocean 30 Spectra Manual Remote Controller Guide 31 Adjusting Fresh Water Flush Duration 32 Maintenance Storage and Troubleshooting Maintenance 33 Introduction to Spectra Chemical...

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Page 7: ...r Feed Pump Module Assembly with fresh water flush module Remote Manual install kit with black product water tubing Service kit Two lengths 5 8 Hose 25 Installation Study the system layout diagram com...

Page 8: ...e clamp all hose connections below the waterline Avoid restrictions or long runs on the entire inlet side of the plumbing from the thru hull to the feed pump module Secure the piping away from moving...

Page 9: ...s a single unit The combined unit saves time and adds reliability Ventura Feed Pump Module Includes the feed pump cooling fan charcoal filter flush valve service valve and service port The module has...

Page 10: ...for filter changes Do not mount above water sensitive equipment CAUTION Feed Pump Module Mount the feed pump module on a vertical surface no more than 3 feet 1 0M above the waterline It is preferable...

Page 11: ...lief valve The Clark pump and membrane module comes complete with a mounting system Be sure to use the supplied washers on the rubber feet Pressure Relief Valve Clark Pump and Membrane Remote Manual C...

Page 12: ...other visible drain Pressurized Fresh Water Ocean Feedwater Legend Drinkable Freshwater Brine Discharge Freshwater Flush Note Brine discharge may be connected to either side of Clark Pump Use the supp...

Page 13: ...13 Installation Notes...

Page 14: ...handle points in the direction of flow Product to tank Route the product water from the valve into the top of a vented tank Install a tee in the water fill or tap a pipe thread into an inspection por...

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Page 16: ...16 John Guest Super Speedfit Fittings...

Page 17: ...he 90 degree fittings on the back of the Clark Pump have captive nuts and washers which compress the O rings without turning the entire fitting If a tube fitting leaks it can sometimes be resealed by...

Page 18: ...e Manual Controller Do not install it in hot or poorly ventilated locations Power Inlet Harness with terminal block Spectra Remote Manual Control Box Circuit Board Inside Control box Run Manual Standb...

Page 19: ...eft represent the total ROUND TRIP wire length DC positive length plus DC negative length NOT the length of the pair of wires together Size cables accordingly Mount the main power terminal block in a...

Page 20: ...ommets down and central to the other system components Make sure the cables will reach all of the modules to avoid splices The main power feed should come from an appropriately sized fuse or breaker o...

Page 21: ...y stop once your freshwater tank is full If you do not install the Tank Full switch in your tank you MUST MANUALLY STOP the system when your freshwater tank has been filled The system will not stop au...

Page 22: ...unattended WARNING Optional Tank Switch Cont The customer supplied float switch must be connected to the Terminals 5 6 labeled Tank Full within the Control Box that is mounted to the inside of the Fe...

Page 23: ...ity in mounting on the bulkhead above or adjacent to the feed pump module Plug the connector from the Z Ion generator bowl into the connector from the Z Ion control box Connect the power signal cable...

Page 24: ...rn solid green Follow the instructions for Normal Operation and Fresh Water Flush for treatment with the Z Ion the process is identical only the Z Ion will release silver and copper ions into the flus...

Page 25: ...lly 720 when generator element may need replacement and should be tested and or inspected Operation LEDS Power up indication fast red green flash for a few seconds Ready Idle solid green Generating th...

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Page 28: ...The washer with the green tag under the pressure relief valve has been removed The pressure relief valve is open at least 1 2 turn The sampling valve is set to the sample position The brine line is ab...

Page 29: ...water with your handheld salinity tester When it is below 750 PPM divert the product into your tank by rotating the product sample valve handle 90 degrees 6 Run the system until you have filled your...

Page 30: ...t the vinyl brine discharge service hose to the quick disconnect fitting on Clark Pump Refer to the photos below Route both hoses into the 5 gallon 20 Liter container Turn the product sample valve to...

Page 31: ...sing the Fresh Water Flush button floods the watermaker with fresh water from the vessel s domestic water tanks Opens solenoid valve to allow water to flow from tank instead of seawater from the thru...

Page 32: ...he flush duration can be optimized for your boat Set the Flush Duration with a small screwdriver so that the fresh water flush comes to an end just as the salinity of the brine discharge drops below 1...

Page 33: ...re filters Prefilter elements must be changed frequently The rate is solely dependent on the input water A 5 micron filter might last you a 4 6 weeks in clear open ocean seawater or be ruined in 45 in...

Page 34: ...feed pressure for higher than normal readings take environmental conditions into consideration Note that Cold feed water or a higher salinity seawater source can cause high pressure Low product flow...

Page 35: ...ch the SC 1 treatment must be repeated To use SC 1 follow the instructions for Storage Procedure Spectra systems should be stored with propylene glycol if freezing is likely to occur Propylene glycol...

Page 36: ...ll experience low product water quality cleaning with SC 2 usually removes all traces of propylene glycol and returns the salinity to the level it was before storage with propylene glycol See the Memb...

Page 37: ...ressurized 1 2 turn counterclockwise OR THE MEMBRANE WILL BE DAMAGED 8 Turn on the feed pump using manual toggle switch The system will draw solution from the bucket and return it via the brine discha...

Page 38: ...glycol to the intake bucket if necessary Turn on the feed pump using the manual toggle switch and the pump will draw propylene glycol from the bucket and the brine discharge service hose will return i...

Page 39: ...the SERVICE position 6 Make sure that the pressure relief valve on the Clark Pump is open unpressurized 7 Mix the SC 2 or SC 3 cleaning chemical in the bucket with the freshwater If possible for maxi...

Page 40: ...40 Service Mode Example Figure 2 Illustrates hose connections and subassemblies for winterizing storage procedures and membrane cleaning 3 Way Valve pointed up toward Service...

Page 41: ...strainer screen replacement O ring for strainer screen and replacement O rings for the filter housings Spare feed pump or feed pump diaphragm Common Parts Item Part Number SC 1 STORAGE CHEMICAL KIT C...

Page 42: ...BABLE CAUSE REMEDY High feed pressure High Am perage Product Flow down up to 15 Colder or more saline water Brine or product flow path subject to back pressure Scaled or fouled membrane Normal conditi...

Page 43: ...essary Check power supply If available turn on battery chargers Replace prefilter service strainer check all hose runs Confirm by using intake service hose and bucket of seawater to bypass Clean Thru...

Page 44: ...Clean membrane or consult dealer about membrane damage If system flow product plus brine is to specification the membrane is clean the product flows are consistent with the system flow and the water...

Page 45: ...hose The feed pressure should rise to 125 PSI then the pump should shut off If the pump shuts off at a lower pressure see Adjust ShurFlo Pressure Switch on page 51 You will need a graduated bucket eit...

Page 46: ...13 58 LPM 3 Recovery Rate Product Flow Total Flow Recovery Rate Example 6 5 GPH product flow 063 or 6 3 1 7 GPM total flow x 60 you must first multiply total flow by 60 to convert from GPM to GPH pres...

Page 47: ...PH 29 1 LPH Ventura200 6 5 GPH 24 6 LPH Ventura 150 8 3 GPH 31 4 LPH Ventura 200 Product Quality 300 ppm 750 ppm Feed Pressure N A 70 psi 5 bar Ventura 150 90 psi 6 3 bar Ventura 200 Amp Draw Ventura...

Page 48: ...in flush water They must be of proper specification to be suitable See page 49 There is no test for chlorine damage except the process of elimination of other causes DIRTY OR SCALED membranes A dirty...

Page 49: ...reduce the spikes in the feed pressure caused by the cycling of the Clark Pump If the accumulator is not properly charged it can lead to problems with the Shurflo Pump pressure cutout switch see page...

Page 50: ...refilters will plug up water production and quality will drop and the system pressure will change dramatically In blue water conditions the pre filters may only need to be changed every week or two Wh...

Page 51: ...rket filters which are very close to but not exactly the right dimensions and they will not seal in the housing If you skimp on the charcoal filter you risk damaging a 600 00 membrane on the first flu...

Page 52: ...tinuity through the switch If it is open you can make temporary repairs by wiring around it being careful that your new wiring doesn t chafe on the moving parts nor resist the springs that push the br...

Page 53: ...he production will drop and salinity will increase The points in the switch will fail quickly if set too low because of the constant arcing each time the Clark Pump shifts On the very center of the sw...

Page 54: ...54 Insert pdf here after conversion to pdf...

Page 55: ...voltage limits 10 14 6VDC Outputs 5VDC 2000mA Total for all outputs VLV 1 2 1 Amp DC priming valve solenoid AUX 1 3 1 Amp DC auxiliary output Never connect anything to the Spectra Connect without fac...

Page 56: ...56 Exploded Views Part Numbers...

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Page 58: ...l PL HBE 3 8X5 8 Pump Head Assembly W Press Switch PL PMP SFPH Feed Pump Pressure Switch KIT FP SFSK 1 Way Solenoid Valve 12V 24V PL SLN 1 4O12SV O24 3 4MPTx5 8 HOSE BARB EL PL HBE 3 4X5 8 3 4 NYLON S...

Page 59: ...SS Tube PL TB HP HPTVUS Pump to Pressure Vessel Lower SS Tube PL TB HP HPTPVLS not pictured Stainless Fitting Hex Nut PL HWR 1 2HN 1 2 Stainless Ferrule PL HWR 1 2FR Connector O RING SO HPP CT 3 4 16...

Page 60: ...PL MTS 1 4X1 4P or PL MTE 1 4X1 4P ELBOW FITTING 1 4 TUBE X 1 4 MPT EL not shown Wall Mounting Clamps not shown 2 PL CLP 3 4CAR 3 4 CAR LON CLAMP PRESSURE GUAGE PL PSG LP2 5 ACCUMULATOR PL ACC TK 1 2...

Page 61: ...61 HP TB VEB B HP TB VB HP TB VEB A HP TB BV HP CB CB7 HP CYL SST HP CYL R HP CYL EC HP CYL CCA Not used...

Page 62: ...62 HD CPS 5 16X3 KIT HP 10VSA HP TB ARP SO HPP AR1 SO HPP RV HP TB BV HD CPS 5 162 75 SO HPP SP HP TB VSP HP TB SR SO HPP VB SO HPP PLP SO HPP VP...

Page 63: ...63 Parts HP CYL 3 4R...

Page 64: ...64 PL MTS 3 8X1 2B HP CYL SST HP CYL CCA SO HPP ECCB HP CYL EC HP CYL R HP CYL PT Parts...

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Page 66: ...d application the product warranty is provided for a period of year the Warranty Period after date of purchase if purchaser is installing system or date of commissioning if Spectra dealer is installin...

Page 67: ...ct All products being returned to the Manufacturer must have a return material authorization RMA number to be processed Any item returned to the Manufacturer without an RMA number will not be accepted...

Page 68: ...rawarranty formstack com forms product_registration spectrawarranty formstack com forms spectra_install_commissioning_report Email TechSupport SpectraWatermakers com Phone 1 415 526 2780 Address Katad...

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Page 70: ...MODULE and BRINE DISCHARGE Pressure relief valve is accessible Brine discharge has no obstructions and vents to atmosphere Notes ___________________________________________________________________ ___...

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Page 72: ...________________________________________________________ FRESHWATER FLUSH Freshwater Flush solenoid valve opens When seacock is open what is the ppm of brine discharge at the end of the flush_______ F...

Page 73: ...ample the product water before it enters the tank Understands the risks of running the system in run manual Have visually seen the overboard brine discharge Should know when the system is pumping wate...

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