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SpectraPure

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SpectraPure

®

Inc.

  

480.894.5437   Call us toll-free  1.800.685.2783    

2167 East Fifth St,    Tempe, Arizona   85281

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Thank You for your purchase of a SpectraPure

®

 System. With proper installation and maintenance, this system 

will provide you with high quality water for years to come. All SpectraPure

® 

products are rigorously tested by us 

for safety and reliability. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our customer service department 
at 1.800.685.2783 or refer to our online troubleshooting at www.spectrapure.com.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Operational Specifications

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Contents of  UHE Water Systems

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Operation Description (how the system functions)

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Preparation

Choosing the best Mounting Location

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Tools recommended for installation

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Introduction to Push Fittings

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System Diagram

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Setup Procedures

 Installation of Floats for the Pure Water Flush Cycle Tank

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Pressure Adjustment with Regulator

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Adjusting Concentrate to Purified Water Ratio

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Connecting Bulkhead Fittings

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Final Connection

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Maintenance Procedures

Shelf Life of Filters

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Sediment Prefilter Replacement

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Carbon Block Prefilter Replacement

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Reverse Osmosis Membrane Rejection Diagnostics

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Reverse Osmosis Membrane Performance Testing

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Reverse Osmosis Membrane Replacement 

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Tips for long membrane life

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Deionization Cartridge Maintenance and Replacement

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Warranty Information

 

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Troubleshooting Guide 

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Relacement Parts List

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Summary of Contents for MC-RODI-400UHE-20

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Pleasereadcarefullybeforeproceedingwithinstallation Failure to follow any attached instructions or operating parameter may lead to the product s failure and possible damage to property v2 2014 09 05 ...

Page 2: ...Push Fittings 5 System Diagram 6 Setup Procedures Installation of Floats for the Pure Water Flush Cycle Tank 7 Pressure Adjustment with Regulator 8 Adjusting Concentrate to Purified Water Ratio 8 Connecting Bulkhead Fittings 9 Final Connection 9 Maintenance Procedures Shelf Life of Filters 10 Sediment Prefilter Replacement 10 Carbon Block Prefilter Replacement 11 Reverse Osmosis Membrane Rejection...

Page 3: ...y Index 5 0 based on 15 min test time Maximum Chlorine 0 1 ppm Maximum TDS 2000 ppm Maximum Hardness 10 grains 170 ppm as CaCO3 Maximum Iron 0 1 ppm Maximum Manganese 0 1 ppm Maximum Hydrogen Sulfide 0 ppm Langelier Saturation Index LSI must be negative UHE System Components 1 5 Stage System 1 Membrane 400 GPD 1 20 0 2 Micron ZetaZorb Sediment Filter 1 20 0 5 Micron Carbon Block Filter 1 20 MaxCap...

Page 4: ...by our SilicaBuster DI cartridge These two cartridges remove the remaining impurities such as silicates phosphates and nitrates not removed by the RO membrane further polishing the water to 18 2 Mohms cm2 resistivity High and Low Float Operation 1 Floats are to be mounted horizontal when dry and float up when wet NOTE Pressure switches may also be used with pressure tanks Please call for more deta...

Page 5: ...sed for the Flush Cycle Reservoir needs to hold at least 10 gallons ELEVATION FOR SYSTEM When mounting your UHE make sure it is elevated above your fresh water reservoir USE DELIVERY PUMP TO DELIVER WATER WHERE NEEDED FOR SALT MIXING OR TO SUMP 2 TOOLS RECOMMENDED FOR INSTALLATION 3 INTRODUCTION TO PUSH FITTINGS Push fittings are similar to a Chinese finger trap toy In order to release its grip fr...

Page 6: ...ure Inc 480 894 5437 Call us toll free 1 800 685 2783 2167 East Fifth St Tempe Arizona 85281 6 NOTE When mounting your UHE be sure it is elevated above the fresh water reservoir UPFLOW UPFLOW MaxCap DI 1 SilicaBuster DI 2 ...

Page 7: ...ODULE NOTE Floats are to be mounted horizontal when dry and float up when wet In most instances we recommend locating the low float approximately halfway down your reservoir DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN when installing the floats NOTE Floats must be installed in a DI WATER storage container This system MUST be connected to the floats to operate the Flush Cycle Failure to install the pure water flush connect...

Page 8: ...plies NOTE This adjustment must be made at the highest feed water temperature the system will use The flow rate of the concentrate should be at least equal to the product flow rate 1 1 A Hold both 3 8 blue and 3 8 yellow lines side by side and observe the flow rates B Use a measuring cup and a stop watch to measure the waste and product water Be sure you have equal measurements and adjust accordin...

Page 9: ...ect the waste line yellow to a drain NOTE Look for leaks and do not leave the system unattended until you are sure there are no leaks Monitor the system for 72 hours CHECKLIST BEFORE LEAVING SYSTEM UNATTENDED Ensure that all fittings are tight and leak free before leaving the system unattended The concentrate line yellow includes a smaller capillary tube flow restrictor that is located inside the ...

Page 10: ...taminant removal and long membrane life the sediment prefilter must be changed when the system fails to maintain a minimum inlet pressure of 30 PSI when the system is running If your water contains a great deal of sediment the prefilter may require more frequent changes to maintain adequate production rate and extended membrane life Materials Required 0 2 micron ZetaZorb Sediment Filter SF ZZ 0 2 ...

Page 11: ...ll know when the membrane needs to be replaced Membrane failure will be indicated by a reduction in the percentage rejection which will be determined by calculating the differential between the input and output readings In order to accurately determine the condition of the RO Membrane a conductivity meter capable of reading the tap water conductivity and the permeate water conductivity should be u...

Page 12: ...Production Rate Nominal Production Rate REVERSE OSMOSIS MEMBRANE REPLACEMENT 1 Turn off the water supply to the RO system and unplug the power cord Place the system where the membrane housing is easily accessible 2 Loosen the single brass compression nut and remove the black tubing from the membrane housing feed water fitting This is the input end 3 Loosen the brass compression nut and remove the ...

Page 13: ...rane Clip Yoke Clamp Yoke Clamp Input Pressure Gauge System Pressure Gauge Blue Product Water Tubing in Push Fitting Concentrate Recirculation Line Membrane Feed Line Low Pressure Cutoff Switch Final Product Water Output 3 8 Yellow Drain Line 1 2 Blue Flush Line AC Power Cord Feed Water Input 3 8 Concentrate to Drain 3 PSI Check Valve ...

Page 14: ...s This will ensure good membrane life and protect the membrane from chlorine damage 3 The membrane should not be operated at lower than the recommended concentrate to purified water ratios 4 Operating reverse osmosis systems on softened feed water greatly reduces the chances of membrane fouling DEIONIZATION CARTRIDGE MAINTENANCE AND REPLACEMENT Materials required Filter wrench and DI cartridge Pro...

Page 15: ...ed water parameters listed in the applicable product manual refer to detailed membrane warranty information SpectraPure will on confirmation of loss of performance during the warranty period credit the prorated amount of the current catalog price of the element The disposable filters and cartridges are not covered under the warranty To obtain service under this warranty the defective system or com...

Page 16: ...in the system is a normal occurrence with initial startup of the RO DI system This milky appearance will disappear during normal use within 1 2 weeks The water in the Pure Water container drains out when not used a The system is not elevated higher than the Pure Water container i Elevate the system higher than the Pure Water container to avoid siphoning Cannot adjust waste water flow a W F adjustm...

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