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U.S. Patent No. 11,027,991 and other U.S. and Foreign Patents Pending
Optimal Performance and Strainer Flow Alert
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Strainer Flow Alert:
The Strainer Flow Alert feature monitors seawater flow through ElectroStrainer. This smart strainer system notifies the user that the
ElectroStrainer basket contains debris such as seaweed or mud; or part of the seawater circuit such as the intake screen or thru-hull fitting is partially blocked; or
the seawater pump is producing low flow and requires maintenance. The Strainer Flow Alert feature allows the user to set a minimum seawater flow rate threshold
value and time duration. If the seawater flow rate drops below a minimum value for a period of time, then “Check Strainer / Flow Alert” will flash on the display (no
audible alert). Flow rate can be set in GPM or LPM, and time duration in minutes. To set the Strainer Flow Alert value, go to MENU, Flow Alert, and enter the desired
threshold flow rate and time duration for notification.
Flow Alert feature is default OFF from ElectroSea and must be set by the installer or end user.
ElectroStrainer will continue generating chlorine even after a Strainer Flow Alert occurs.
If a Strainer Flow Alert occurs:
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Check vessel intake screens for blockage or debris,
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Check seawater pump output, impeller or other causes of low flow,
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Check ElectroStrainer basket for debris, seaweed or mud.
Optimal Performance
Constant Chlorinated Seawater Flow:
The ElectroStrainer System should be powered ON and have seawater flowing through it whenever possible.
This provides the vessel’s seawater circuit with constant chlorinated seawater to prevent unwanted marine growth.
Intermittent or stagnant seawater
that is not continuously electrochemically treated allows growth of marine microorganisms. Barnacles have the innate ability to close themselves off and survive
intermittent exposure to biocidal agents.
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DO NOT turn off seawater pumps, air conditioners, or chillers for an extended period of time.
Inspect the vessel for problem areas:
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Pre-existing biofouling in seawater lines prior to ElectroStrainer installation.
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Clogged seawater intakes.
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Impacted, blocked or occluded lines from debris lodged in plumbing.
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Sporadic demand valve areas; depending on the system, valves that turn on and off can foster unwanted marine growth.
Strainer Flow Alert
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