2.Cut the bag open as close as possible to the seal at the end of the bag, so that the bag may be reused if necessary.
3.Remove the membrane element from the bag and remove the foam protectors from each end of the membrane element.
4.Remove the parts from the parts container (if included) and inspect. Make sure all parts are clean and free of dirt. Examine the
5.Remove the end caps from both ends of all membrane element housings on your machine. This is done by removing the screws and retaining ring on each end cap closure assembly.
6.Determine the direction of fluid flow in the membrane element housing. (Be cer- tain to look at the “Direction of Flow” arrow on each membrane element housing; they may be different within a given machine.)
7.Inspect the membrane element housing and clean as necessary to remove any con- taminants, obstructions, etc.
8.Apply a small amount of
9.Insert the downstream end of the membrane element in the upstream end of the membrane element housing (i.e., load in the direction of flow; the brine seal is on the end of the membrane element that goes in last).
10.Insert the membrane element in the membrane element housing with a smooth and constant motion. When you reach the point where the brine seal is about to enter the housing, gently turn the membrane element to ensure that the brine seal enters the housing without coming out of the brine seal groove.
11.When all of your membrane elements are installed, close the membrane element housing by reinstalling the end caps and clamps. It is preferred to install the bot- tom end cap first and tighten the clamp completely before installing the top end cap.
12.Reinstall the end caps by gently twisting the end cap while pushing it on to the permeate tube. Insure that you do not pinch or fatigue any
13.Reconnect any fittings that were removed when disassembling the membrane ele- ment housings.
14.Return to Initial Start-Up (Section 3.2).
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