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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
QUARTZ SLEEVE REPLACEMENT AND/OR CLEANING
NOTE
– PRIOR TO PERFORMING ANY WORK ON THE DISINFECTION SYSTEM, ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY
FIRST.
1. Regularly inspect your disinfection system to ensure that the UV lamp is operating.
2. Replace the UV lamp with a new lamp after one year of continuous use to insure a high bacteria and virus kill rate.
NOTE
– The UV lamp should be ON continuously. Repeatedly turning the lamp on and off will severely shorten the lamp life and
allow bacteria to pass through without being affected by the UV
.
TO REPLACE
the UV lamp, first disconnect power. Disconnect the lamp connector by carefully separating it from the gland nut
(use the aid of a slot screwdriver, if required). Disconnect lamp connector from lamp and carefully remove the UV lamp. Replace
the new lamp, being careful not to touch the new UV lamp “glass” with your fingers as oils may impair UV transmission. If contact
does occur, clean lamp with alcohol and reconnect lamp connector. Carefully replace lamp into stainless steel chamber. Press lamp
connector into aluminum gland nut. Plug power source into outlet. Verify POWER-ON LED is illuminated and audible ballast start-
up sequence operates.
If the water contains any hardness minerals (calcium or magnesium), iron or manganese, the quart sleeve will require periodic
cleaning. To remove the quartz sleeve, first remove the UV lamp (see instructions on replacing quartz sleeve) and follow these
steps:
1. Shut off water supply and drain all lines.
2. Remove the lowest connection on the disinfection system and drain the UV chamber (use a small bucket under the unit to
prevent a spill).
3. Remove gland nuts from chamber (do not allow quartz sleeve to fall).
4. Carefully remove O-rings from the quartz sleeve. As the O-rings may tend to adhere to the quartz sleeve, it is recommended
to replace the O-rings annually.
5. Clean the quartz sleeve with a cloth soaked in vinegar or some other mild acid and then rinse.
6. Reassemble to quartz sleeve in the UV chamber, allowing the sleeve to protrude an equal distance from both ends of the UV
chamber.
7. Wet the O-rings and slide onto each end of the quartz sleeve, then reassemble the gland nuts (hand tight is sufficient).
8. Retighten all connections, turn on water and check for leaks.
9. Reinstall the UV lamp and lamp connector as per prior instructions.
10. Plug in ballast and verify the POWER-ON LED is illuminated and ballast power-up sequence operates.
NOTE
– IF THE SYSTEM IS PUT ON A TEMPORARY BYPASS OR IF IT BECOMES CONTAMINATED AFTER THE DISINFECTION
SYSTEM, IT WILL BE NECESSARY TO SHOCK THE SYSTEM WITH HOUSEHOLD BLEACH FOR A FULL 20 MINUTES BEFORE
RESUMING THE USE OF THE WATER.
1. Mineral deposits and sediment may accumulate on the quartz sleeve,
decreasing UV output. Good maintenance of filtration equipment will
reduce the accumulation of residues. If necessary, remove the quartz
sleeve after a few months and clean with a commercially available
scale remover (CLR, Lime-Away, etc.) and lint free cloth. Repeat the
process as often as necessary to keep the quartz sleeve clean.
2. Disconnect power to remove the quartz sleeve. Disconnect the UV
lamp and remove from the UV chamber. The sleeve can be removed
in the same manner as the UV lamp (through the end of the
disinfection system) or by removing the entire cell.
3. Remove the aluminum gland nuts and the two O-ring seals.
4. Carefully slide the quartz sleeve out of the chamber (either side),
being careful not to let the end drop inside the chamber which
could accidentally crack the quartz. When reassembling the quartz
sleeve, make sure the sleeve protrudes an equal distance at each end
of the cell.
5. Wet the O-rings with water with any non-petroleum oil and slide onto
each end of the sleeve.
6. Reinstall the gland nuts and hand tighten to achieve a watertight seal.
7. Install the lamp and connect the lamp connector. Press the connector
into the gland nut. Slowly turn on water and verify there are no leaks.
Reconnect to power source.
