
Start-Up Procedures
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Cat. No. 01024000
Start-Up Procedures
The assembled Deionizer is now set in place and installed. The system was tested at the factory prior to shipment and
found to be in proper working condition. However, vibrations during shipment may cause minor problems. Before begin-
ning the start-up procedures check the equipment, plumbing and electrical for leaks and operation.
Check Deionizer Controller
Read the Deionizer Controller Programming section on
thoroughly and familiarize yourself with the operation
of the GBE Deionizer controller. Turn the controller on and check its programming and set up all the details according to
the instructions provided. Do not turn the water on during this step.
Chemical Feed Pumps
The Premier Series Deionizer is equipped with two (2) air operated diaphragm pumps, which are used to feed the regen-
eration chemicals into the system. One pump is for feeding the acid (typically Hydrochloric Acid) for the Cation regenera-
tion; the other is for feeding the Sodium Hydroxide (Caustic Soda) for the Anion regeneration. Because the pumps are air
operated; a proper clean air supply must be provided for the main air regulator. The main air regulator is located on the
shelf, where the two pumps are mounted (see
). Refer to the Chemical Air Pump manual shipped
and packaged with this manual for further operational details, troubleshooting and spare parts.
Regeneration Chemicals
Before proceeding with the system start up make sure that you have available the proper amount and type of regeneration
chemicals on hand. Refer to
for details on the suitable regeneration chemicals. Regeneration
chemicals are typically available in 55 gallon drums, or 250 gallon carboys. The recommended raw chemicals for regener-
ation of the Premier Deionizer are:
•
20
o
Baume (32% by Weight) Hydrochloric Acid (HCl)
•
Recommended Grade: Food Grade
•
Minimum Grade Required: Technical Grade
•
50% Liquid Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) or Caustic Soda
•
Recommended Grade: Mercury Cell Grade
•
Minimum Grade Required: Rayon Grade.
Set up the chemical containers properly near the deionizer as shown in
dling procedures as specified in the cautions in
.
Caustic Temperature
For proper regeneration of the anion resin it is recommended that the caustic be maintained at a temperature between 80
o
– 100
o
F. A heating device, like a drum band heater or a heating blanket, is recommended. Contact factory for assistance
in selecting the proper device for your application.
NOTE If you are going to heat the caustic drum, make sure that it is positioned close enough to the Caustic
Tank to ensure that the caustic chemicals do not cool before reaching the tank.
NOTE Resins provided with the system are typically in the non regenerated form, unless otherwise specified
when ordering. The resin in both tanks needs to be double regenerated before the system is set on
line. Follow the start up instructions below.
Start-Up
WARNING! THE CHEMICALS USED FOR THE REGENERATION ARE DANGEROUS CHEMICALS!
HANDLE THEM WITH EXTREME CARE. ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING,
GLOVES, AND FACE SHIELD WHEN WORKING WITH DANGEROUS CHEMICALS. IN
CASE OF ANY ACCIDENTAL CONTACT WITH THE EYES OR SKIN, FLUSH IMMEDI-
ATELY WITH LARGE AMOUNTS OF CLEAN WATER, AND SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDI-
CAL ATTENTION.
ALWAYS ADD THE CHEMICAL TO THE DILUTING WATER, NEVER IN REVERSE OR-
DER
RECOMEMMENDATION: For safety you may want to perform the initial setting of the
chemical feed pumps (steps 7 and 14 in the Startup procedure) utilizing a bucket of
water and a stop watch to set the pump flow rates. Once you have set the flow rates
with water reconnect pumps to the chemical tanks. Adjust accordingly during the
Preconditioning Regeneration.