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SYSTEM INITIALIZATION

If you are setting up your system for the first time or replacing the RO membrane, please see the “Checking the Concentrate to Purified Water Ratio” .

1.IMPORTANT: During the initial rinse-up of the MAXCAP RO/DI ™, a large ionic load is presented to the downstream DI cartridges. Be sure to rinse up all new MAXCAP DI ™ with the downstream cartridge removed. This rinsing step will ensure that the MAXCAP DI ™ cartridge is initially rinsed up to produce high quality water before connecting your downstream cartridge. Failure to rinse this upstream MAXCAP DI ™ cartridge may reduce the lifetimeof your downstream DI cartridge.

2.Remove the SilicaBuster ™ DI cartridge from the right-most housing and re-install the empty housing on the system. Attach garden hose adapter to your cold water source.

Never run hot water (greater than 100 F (38 C)) through the system.

3.Place the yellow concentrate tubing and the blue purified water tubing into a drain or bucket. Do not restrict flow from these lines.

4.Slowly open the cold water supply valve and allow the housings to fill. You may use pressure up to 80 psi (5.5 bar). If the pressure is less than 40-PSI, a booster pump will be required. If the pressure is greater than 80- PSI, a pressure regulator will be required. (See “Optional Items” for the part numbers).

5.Turn on both TDS meters. Set the left-side meter to “OUT” (Post-RO and Pre- MAXCAP DI ™). Set the righ-side meter to “IN” (Post-MAXCAP DI ™).

6.When the right-side meter reads zero, turn the cold water feed off and place the SilicaBuster™ DI cartridge back into its housing.

7.Turn the cold water feed back on and run the system until the “OUT” probe of the rigt-hand meter reads zero.

8.Now test the concentrate to purified water ratio on page 9-12.

CHECK:

-Ensure that all fittings are tight and leak-free before leaving the system unattended.

-The concentrate line (yellow) includes a smaller capillary tube (flow restrictor) that is located “inside” of the tubing. Do not remove or discard this restrictor; the system will not produce permeate water without the flow restrictor.

-All of the following conditions must be met before water will flow through the system. The water source must be turned “ON” and the water level in the reservoir tank must be below the low level float, if present.

Note: It is recommended that at least 2 gallons (7.57 liters) of purified water be discarded before collecting purified water for use. If the unit is not used for

several days, run the system for at least 15 minutes before collecting any water.

Upon start-up, air may be trapped in the DI cartridges (housing may not appear full), this is a normal condition and it will not affect the operation of the DI system.

 

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Reconnect the tubing to the membrane housing. Place the flow restrictor in a safe location where it will not be accidentally crushed or damaged.

11.Put the yellow concentrate tubing and the blue product

water tubing in the drain and turn on the system water supply. Allow the system to flush for several minutes.

12.Turn off the water supply to the system. Remove the yellow

tubing from the membrane housing and replace the flow restrictor.

13.Re-insert the flow restrictor end of the yellow tubing into

its push-fitting at the RO membrane and reconnect the yellow concentrate tubing to the membrane housing.

14.Turn on the water supply to the system and check for leaks. Check, and if necessary adjust, the Concentrate to Purified Water Ratio per the procedures.

Fig. F: Removing the Membrane Element

black membrane housing O-ring

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membrane

membrane

 

product

brine seal

 

water tube

 

Fig. G: Inserting the New Membrane Element

double O-ring end of membrane product water stem tube

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Spectra Watermakers CF-0.5-10, SF-MT-0.5-10, MEM-90,150 manual System Initialization, Check
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CF-0.5-10, SF-MT-0.5-10, MEM-90,150 specifications

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For those needing larger production capacities, the MEM-90 and MEM-150 systems provide impressive output. The MEM-90 can produce up to 90 gallons per day, while the MEM-150 takes it a step further with a daily capacity of 150 gallons. Both systems leverage advanced membrane technology, ensuring robust performance and long-term reliability. Features such as automatic pressure regulation and user-friendly digital controls provide operators with a seamless experience.

Additionally, these systems are designed with energy efficiency in mind, employing innovative technologies to reduce power consumption. Their rugged construction ensures that they can withstand various environmental stresses, making them ideal for use in both commercial and recreational settings.

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