Spectra Watermakers MPC-5000 Installation Basics, Read the directions, Thru-hulls, Wiring

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Installation Basics

Thruhull

Not Supplied.

• Read the directions!

• Avoid tight hose bends and excessive runs

• Use heavy gauge wire

• Install feed pump as low as possible

• Use a dedicated thruhull with scoop type strainer

Thru-hulls

Flow

It is mandatory that a dedicated 1/2” to 3/4” forward facing scoop type intake thru-hull and seacock be installed. Install the intake for the system close to the middle and as far below the water line as possible. Thru-hulls in the bow area are susceptible to air intake in rough condi- tions. Sharing a thru-hull with another system is not acceptable and will void the warranty. Sharing a thru-hull can introduce unforeseen problems such as intermittent flow restriction, air bubbles, and contaminates. For racing boats and high speed power boats above 15 knots a retractable snorkel-type thru-hull fitting is preferred to be able to pick up water away from the hull.

Do not install the intake close to or downstream of a head discharge. Install as far below the waterline and as close to center line as possible to avoid contamination and air induction.

The brine discharge thru-hull should be mounted above the waterline, in or just above the boot stripe to minimize water lift.

Double clamp all hose connections below the waterline.

Pipe Fitting Instruction

Plastic to plastic fittings should have 3 to 4 wraps of Teflon tape and will thread almost all the way in.

Avoid getting dirt or debris into the piping or hoses during assembly. A small bit of de- bris can stop the system! Avoid getting tape over the end of fittings that might get into the system. To insure this does not happen, leave the very first thread uncoated.

Avoid restrictions or long runs on the entire inlet side of the plumbing from the thru hull to the main feed pump module.

Prevent tight bends and excessive elbows. Any restrictions will hamper system performance. Secure the piping away from moving objects such as engine belts and hatches. Prevent chafe on the tubing as required. Test and inspect all piping and hose clamps after several hours of operation.

Wiring

•Pay attention to wire size or system performance will be impaired

•Perform wiring to UL, ABYC, CE or applicable standards

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Contents Page Page Table of Contents Page Water to get safely into your next port Introduction to the Ventura 150 MPCVentura MPC Shipping List Getting StartedThru-hulls Installation BasicsWiring Read the directionsSea Strainer, Mount with Ventura 150 MPC PlumbingFeed Pump Relocation Product to tank Product Water PlumbingBody Nut Dissemble fitting components Tubing Max Product Tube Fitting AssemblyMembrane Pressure Vessel Relocation Correct torque is specification is 85 foot pounds Spectra High Pressure Tube Fitting AssemblyTotal length for a pair of wires MPC-5000 WiringClark Pump Harness Tank Switch Installation and Operation Page Ventura MPC New System Start-Up and Testing Page Salinity MPC Display ModesVentura MPC Dry Testing With Artificial Ocean Ventura MPC Operation Normal operation Automatic Store Cycle Flush Cycle AdjustmentManual Automatic Operation Manual OperationSystem Storage or Pickling Long Term Storage ProceduresClean Up Ventura MPC Storage ProcedureWinterizing Oil Water Separator Optional Maintenance GeneralSeawater Strainer PrefiltersMembranes Membrane CleaningDo not Close the pressure relief valve Cleaning ProcedureSpectra Watermakers recommended spare parts Suggested Spares Ventura MPCVentura MPC Troubleshooting Procedures Error Messages Accumulator Pressure OP-2 BAD Smelling Product Water OP-3 Chemicals OP-4 Fresh Water Flush PF-3 PREFILTERS- ShurFlo SF-1 Shurflo Pump WON’T RUN SF-2 Adjust Shurflo Pressure Switch HS LF-1 Poor Product Quality HS LF-2 Flow TEST/ Shurflo Brane Operation Manual Brane Power Harness Do not Disconnect Or Splice ANY High Voltage Wiring Part Numbers PL-TEE-1/2FN Part NumbersPL-CKV-1/4M-F PL-NLT-1/2HP EL-FP-FPHS Clark Pump Front View Reversing Valve End Blocks Parts Center BlockCylinder Assembly

MPC-5000 specifications

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