Triton Neptune TRI Series, Installation & Operation Manual

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U.V. LAMPS:
INSTALLATION OF THE ULTRAVIOLET LAMPS:
**DO NOT PUT POWER ON AT THIS TIME!**
CAUTION: Never look directly at an operating U.V. lamp operate a U.V. lamp outside the
disinfection chamber.
Make sure unit is unplugged when installing or servicing ultraviolet lamp. Remove any paper tabs on
the U.V. lamp and avoid allowing fingerprints and other debris to deposit. Carefully place the lamp
inside the quartz sleeve leaving enough space to connect the socket connector to the lamp pins. Then
gently slide the brass dust cap over the end nut, securing the lamp and protecting it from dust.
ULTRAVIOLET LAMP MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS:
The U.V. lamp is rated for 9,000 hours of continuous use. After this period of time, the U.V. lamp has
undergone a photochemical change. While the lamp will not normally be burned out, the lamp quartz
may no longer emit the 254-nm shortwave U.V. to effectively kill bacteria.
Failure to replace the U.V.
lamps every 9,000 hours may cause bacteriological breakthrough. Should the use of the disinfection
unit be intermittent, in no case should the U.V. lamp be used for more than 24 months regardless of the
number of hours of operation due to normal shelf life degradation of the U.V. bulb. Changing the quartz
sleeve should be done at the same time U.V. lamp replacement is scheduled.
It is recommended that your water supply be tested periodically (yearly) through your local health
department or approved certified laboratory.
ELECTRICAL:
The Triton series are furnished with 6' line cord that will plug into a 110V outlet. Electrical receptacles
must be properly grounded for safe operation. Improper grounding will void any warranty.
When possible use a separate breaker to minimize voltage fluctuations and avoid accidental shut off.
After unit is installed and water is turned on, plug the unit into 110V wall receptacle. View lamp
operation through safety Site Port lens.
NOTE: Avoid exposing your eyes to U.V. light.