Spectra Watermakers FL-1800C Farallon 1800c User Manual

Spectra Watermakers

Katadyn Desalinaon LLC.

2220 S. McDowell Blvd. Petaluma, CA 94954

Phone: 415-526-2780

www.spectrawatermakers.com

Updated June 2024

Farallon 1800/2800c

With Spectra Connect

Installation and Operating Manual

Farallon Installation Quick Start

Important Details for Installer

The system must have a dedicated sea water inlet to guarantee a solid ow of water to

the system. The inlet should be as low in the boat as possible and with a forward facing

scoop type thru-hull ng installed.

The system must have power connuously to achieve the full benets of the fresh water

ush system. The domesc fresh water pressure must be on and the fresh water tank level

maintained. Calculate 15 gallons (76L) per ush..

The system must be de-powered aer the system is put in storage “pickled” where a

storage chemical or anfreeze is run through the system.

If you are separang the high pressure pump and membrane assembly please review the

high pressure hose assembly instrucons. Improper assembly will cause failure! The

Control Box can also be remotely mounted, see instrucons later in this manual.

Run, test, then “sea trial” the complete system before assuming the system is

operaonal. If the boat is in fresh or dirty water, see “Dry tesng the system.” Aer

running make sure that the ush cycle operates properly. The water going overboard at

the end of the ush should not taste salty (<1000ppm)

Spectra distributors and dealers are responsible for educating the vessel owners on the

operation and maintenance of the system.

Please fill out the warranty card. The warranty is void if it is not registered.

Thank you for your purchase of a new Spectra Farallon system. When properly installed and

maintained it will provide years of trouble free service. Please pay aenon to the installaon

instrucons and the system layout. Like any piece of mechanical equipment the system will

require inspecon and service from me to me. Do not place the components in inaccessible

areas that will prevent proper maintenance. If you are having a dealer install the system for

you, review the locaon of the components to make sure that the installaon will meet your

approval upon compleon.

The Spectra-Pearson Pump module must be installed in a well venlated compartment

where temperatures will not exceed 120F (48C). Many engine compartments exceed this

temperature when underway. Warranty will be void if the installaon does not meet this

requirement.

Follow the wire gauge charts in the instrucons! Using larger wire than specied is

acceptable.

Do not install the watermaker over electrical equipment that may be damaged by leaks. 10.

• Scan QR Code to Visit Spectra Manuals Page.

• Select System, then download the User Manual.

• Reference Commissioning Checklist for important

installaon requirements.

• Review Installaon Basics secon of Owner’s Manual

to ensure warranty compliance.

Spectra Watermakers - User Manual Online Access

hp://katadyngroup.ladesk.com/206595-Spectra-Manuals

Table of Contents

Installaon

Operaon

Geng Started .................................................................................................................... 6

Spectra Connect Quick Start Guide…………………………………………………….. ........................... 7

Installaon Basics ................................................................................................................ 8

Component Placement ....................................................................................................... 9

Pearson Pump Module………………………………………………………… ......................................... 11

Plumbing ........................................................................................................................... 13

John Guest Fings ............................................................................................................ 17

Wiring ................................................................................................................................ 18

Tank Switch Wiring or Level Sensor Installaon ............................................................... 20

Page Number

New Systems Start Up and Tesng.................................................................................... 22

Sensor Calibraon ............................................................................................................. 25

Networking…………………………………………………………………………… ........................................ 30

Spectra Connect - MFD Integraon...................................................................................32

Normal Start Up ................................................................................................................. 34

Autostore Cycle ................................................................................................................. 38

Dry Tesng………………………………………………………………………… ........................................... 39

Manual Operaon ............................................................................................................. 40

Long Term Storage Procedures ......................................................................................... 41

Winterizing ........................................................................................................................ 43

Maintenance ...................................................................................................................... 44

Oil Changes ........................................................................................................................ 45

Membrane Cleaning .......................................................................................................... 46

Suggested Spares ............................................................................................................... 48

Membrane Pressure Vessel Relocaon ............................................................................. 49

Spectra Connect Sengs………………………………………………………… ...................................... 53

Troubleshoong and Alarms ............................................................................................. 58

Component Dimensions………………………………………………………… ....................................... 67

Wiring Diagram ………………………………………………………… ................................................. ...82

Farallon 1800-2800c Electrical Specicaons...................................................................86

Oponal Z-Ion Installaon and Instrucons ...................................................................... 87

Pearson Pump exploded view………………………………………………………… ........................... ...89

Service & Maintenance

Owner Resources

Warranty, Product Registraon, Installaon & Commissioning Reports……........…………..92

Unpack the system and inspect it to make sure that it has not been damaged in shipment.

Refer to the shipping list for your system to make sure you have received all of the

components listed. Do not discard any packaging unl you have found and idened all of

the parts. The small installaon parts are listed on the cellophane bags’ pick list.

We will not be held responsible for shortages that are not reported within thirty days of

the ship date. Shipping damage must be reported within 30 days of receiving goods.

Next, study the system layout diagram, component photos and descripons before

beginning your installaon. This will assist you in understanding the funcon of each

component.

Layout the system. Before starng the installaon idenfy the locaon where each module

and component will be placed. Ensure that there is proper clearance around the

components for removal of lters and system service. Also check to make sure you have

adequate tubing and hose before starng so addional parts may be ordered. Check to see

that the MPC cable is long enough to reach from the display locaon to the feed pump

module.

Farallon shipping list:

• BOOST PUMP

• MANUAL

• INLET SERVICE VALVE

• REMOTE DISPLAY & CABLE

• BRINE SERVICE VALVE

• FARALLON FWF MODULE

• FARALLON PREFILTERS

• FARALLON INSTALL. KIT

• FARALLON SERVICE KIT

• STRAINER ASSSM.

• 3/8" LP TUBE (25')

• 1/2" LP TUBE (25')

• 3/4" SUCTION HOSE (25')

• 3/4" VINYL HOSE (25')

• 5/8" VINYL HOSE (25')

• REMOTE CTRL DISP KIT

Getting Started

Fresh Water Flush

Pressing the ‘Fresh Water Flush’ button

flushes the watermaker with fresh water

from the vessel’s domestic water tanks.

After completing the flush, Spectra

Connect will automatically enter the Auto

Store mode.

Stop

Pressing the ‘Stop’ button from the Home

Screen will end the Auto Store mode

countdown timer and leave your

watermaker in Standby mode.

When you rst power up the system, you will get a warning message, asking if the system has

been stored with chemicals. If the system has been pickled, winterized, this is the rst startup,

or the condion of the system is unknown, go to COMMISSIONING on page 22 or serious

damage may occur.

Start

Pressing the ‘Start’ button once advances

to the Run Mode selection screen.

Spectra Connect Quick Start Guide

Run Mode

Select your desired Run Mode to start

making water and filling your tanks. See

details on Run Mode options on p. 37

Spectra Connect Modes and Denions

Auto Store: Aer the watermaker fresh water ushes, it will start a countdown mer that can

be seen on the Home screen. The mer indicates the next programmed fresh water ush if the

watermaker is not started again, or the ‘Stop’ buon is not pressed.

Fill Tank: The watermaker will automacally run unl the Tank Full switch in the water storage

tanks closes. Once the Tank Full switch closes, the watermaker automacally fresh water

ushes, then reverts to the Auto Store mode.

Auto Run: The watermaker can be set to run for a number of hours, or for a quanty of water to

be produced. When the desired quanty of water is produced or the run mer expires, the

watermaker will Fresh Water Flush and enter the Auto Store mode.

Installation Basics

• Read the direcons!

• Avoid ght hose bends and long runs.

• Use the proper wire size.

• Boost Pump must be installed below waterline.

• Install Spectra-Pearson Pump as low and as close to the

boost pump as possible.

• Use a dedicated thru-hull with scoop type strainer.

Thru-hulls

It is mandatory that a minimum 1” diameter, dedicated, forward facing, scoop-type intake thru-

hull and seacock be installed. Install the intake for the system as close to the middle and as far

below the water line as possible. Thru-hulls in the bow area are suscepble to air intake in rough

condions. 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 intermient ow restricon, air

bubbles, and contaminates. For racing boats and high speed power boats above 15 knots, a

retractable snorkel-type thru-hull ng 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 contaminaon and air inducon.

The brine discharge through-hull should be mounted above the waterline, in or just above the

boot stripe to minimize water li.

Pipe Fitting Instruction

• Pay aenon to wire size or system performance will be impaired.

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

Plasc to plasc ngs should have 3 to 4 wraps of Teon tape and will thread almost all the

way in. If the ng booms out add more Teon tape. When applying Teon tape leave the

rst thread uncovered so the ng will start correctly.

Avoid geng dirt or debris into the piping or hoses during assembly. A small bit of debris can

stop the system!

Avoid restricons or long runs on the enre inlet side of the plumbing from the thru hull to the

main feed pump module.

Prevent ght bends and excessive elbows. Any restricons 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 aer several hours of

operaon.

Flow

Wiring

(Thru-hull Not Included)

Component Placement

Sea Strainer

Mount the strainer in an accessible area close to

the intake through-hull that can handle water

spillage during service. Extra care during assembly

must be taken to avoid air leaks from the strainer.

Use the supplied “Quick Block” and wire e for

mounng.

Note: There is a check valve installed on the

outlet of the sea strainer and there are hose barb

ngs included so it can be installed anywhere in

the sucon hose before the Boost Pump.

Boost Pump

The boost pump module should be mounted horizontally.

The boost pump, and the enre intake hose leading to it,

MUST be installed below the water line to ensure that it

will prime.

Service Inlet Module

The service inlet module is mounted between the sea strainer and

the boost pump and can be mounted in any orientaon. Be sure

that once installed you will have access to the yellow valve handle

on top and the garden hose ng on the side. The Inlet and Brine

service modules should be installed so that when the service

hoses are aached they can both go into the same bucket (for

cleaning or long term storage).

Spectra Connect Remote Panel

If a Remote Control panel is required it will use a

standard Ethernet cable (Cat 5 or 6).

If there is Wi-Fi available on the boat the Spectra

Connect will allow for control access to any internet

enabled device.

Please take the me to think through where all the components will be mounted prior to

starng the installaon.

The Charcoal Filter Housing may be located in any convenient

locaon near the Spectra-Pearson Pump Module. It should be

mounted with the lter housing vercal and accessible for

changing lters. Allow 2” below the lter housing for removal.

The unit contains a charcoal lter for the ush water and a shut

-o valve. Do not install over electrical equipment as water will

spill during lter changes.

Charcoal Filter Housing

Spectra-Pearson Pump and Control Module

Mount the Spectra-Pearson Pump and Control Module on a horizontal surface no more than

3’ (1.0M) above the waterline. It is preferable to mount it as low as possible. Locate in an

area that allows the lid to be easily lied and is

accessible for service and oil changes. Keep future

maintenance in mind when choosing a locaon. The

membranes can be damaged at ambient

temperatures over 120F (48C). The Control Box can

be remotely mounted if space is limited. Call the

factory if an extended control cable is necessary.

Prefilters

The Prelters are located between the boost pump and

the High Pressure Module. They house the 20 and 5

micron lters. They should be mounted vercally so

that water doesn’t pour out of the lter bowls during

lter changes. Allow 2” below the lter housings for

removal. Do not install over electrical equipment as

water will spill during lter changes.

Brine Discharge Service Module

The brine discharge service module is mounted between the brine

discharge outlet on the Spectra-Pearson Pump Module plumbing

manifold and the brine discharge thru-hull ng. It can be

mounted in any orientaon. Be sure that once installed you will

have access to the yellow valve handle on top and the garden hose

ng on the side. The Inlet and Brine service modules should be

installed so that when the service hoses are aached they can

both go into the same bucket (for cleaning or long term storage).

The high pressure pump and membrane assembly has been pre-assembled at the factory. If

it is necessary to disassemble this unit and mount the pressure vessels remotely use the

guidelines on pg 49 of the manual. Use only approved hoses for assembly.

The membrane maximum temperature specicaon is 113°F (45°C), as specied by the

membrane manufacturer. This module must be installed in an area that maintains a

temperature below 120F (50C). Make sure that the area around and under the pump does not

have any water sensive equipment. Water will be spilled during any repairs or if a leak

occurs.

Be sure you will have clearance to open the lid of the enclosure, and leave room to remove all

side and top panels for easy servicing.

The Spectra Pearson Pump Module comes complete with a mounng system. Be sure to

mount the Module horizontally and securely bolt the Spectra-Pearson Pump Module to a

shelf or level surface.

Pearson Pump Module

Membrane Pressure Vessel Mounting

Raw Water Plumbing

Route all hoses and tubes to prevent kinks and restricons. Secure piping away from

moving objects such as engine belts and hatches. Prevent chafe on tubing as required.

Test and inspect all piping and hose clamps aer several hours of operaon.

From the inlet thru hull through to the boost pump module use supplied clear 3/4” (19mm)

spiral sucon rated hose.

The outlet of the Boost Pump is under pressure (≈20psi) use the supplied 3/4” (19mm) braided

clear vinyl hose from the outlet of the Boost Pump to the prelter assembly.

From the brine discharge on the plumbing manifold to the brine discharge thru-hull use

supplied 5/8” (19mm) clear braided vinyl hose.

Air Purge Buon

From the inlet thru-hull up to the boost pump module use the

supplied clear 3/4 (19mm) spiral sucon rated hose.

Plumbing

Flush water from ship’s

pressure water system

25 psi (2bar) minimum

Use the 3/8” nylon tubing

between the Flush

module and the High

Pressure Pump Module

From the Boost Pump through the 20 micron lter inlet out

to the plumbing manifold use the 3/4 inch braided hose.

Brine Discharge —Use 5/8” braided hose from

the manifold through the Brine Discharge Service

Valve and to the thru-hull.

Fresh Water out to tanks. Use

supplied 1/2” black Parker tubing.

20micron 5 micron

Inlet Service

Module

Air Purge Buon

Air Purge Buons

Fresh water to top of

storage tank

Note: When plumbing the Farallon High Pressure Module route the feed water

so that the top and side covers may be opened without removing the hoses or

tubing.

Leave room on the le side for aaching tubing and

accessing the pump, motor and diversion valve.

Feed Water Inlet—From boost pump

Product Water Outlet—To Ship’s Tanks

Brine Discharge—To above the waterline

Thru-Hull

(Manifold on le end of unit.)

Product Water Tubing

Product water tubing is 1/2” (9.5mm) Parker tubing. Product water goes from the membrane

into the pump module manifold where it passes through the ow meter, the salinity probe

and the diversion valve. If the salinity is good the diversion valve energizes and the product

goes to the tank from the manifold product outlet. If the diversion valve is not energized the

product goes back into the feed water.

Route the product water tube from the product water outlet ng on the High Pressure

Module manifold into the top of the tank. Install a tee in the water tank ll or tap a pipe

thread into an inspecon port in the top of the tank. Do not feed the water into a manifold or

boom of the tank. Make sure there is no restricon in this plumbing.

A product sampling tap can be installed along the tank ll hose between the manifold and the

tank connecon. If a sampling tap or lling manifold is to be installed on the product water

line, then an “open-before-close” type 3 way valve should be used to ensure that the product

water line is never accidentally pressurized.

If the length of product water tubing supplied with the watermaker is insucient, use a larger

size hose. Product water ow restricon will cause reduced output and increased power

consumpon and can potenally damage the membrane.

1/2” Parker Tubing

Product to

Fresh Water Tank

Fresh Water Flush Filter

Run a feed line from the domesc cold water pressure system to the 1/2 hose barb on

the fresh water ush assembly. This needs to be pressurized even when the boat is

unaended for the fresh water ush system to funcon properly. The domesc fresh

water pump must be able to deliver 2 gallons per minute (7.5lpm) at 25 PSI (1.5Bar).

Fresh water from

boat’s pressure

water system

To Flush water Inlet on

pump module manifold

Air Purge

Buon

Brine Discharge

Route the Brine discharge from hose

barb ng to a locaon above the

waterline using the supplied 5/8”

braided nylon hose.

John Guest Super Speedfit Fittings

Wiring

PROVIDE CIRCUIT PROTECTION AT THE SOURCE! Inadequate wiring will cause a loss of system

performance and could be a re and/or shock hazard.

• 110V: Use a 15Amp breaker and 12 AWG wire for 10.5 Amperes.

• 220V use a 10 Amp breaker and 12 AWG wire for 5.5 Amperes.

• Amperage rangs assume a Pf of 60%. Actual measurements may vary.

Note: If the specied circuit breaker sizes are unavailable use the next higher rang but

do not exceed the specicaon by more then 10%. All wiring to be done to applica-

ble ABYC, Marine UL or CE standards.

Wire Sizing

Farallon 1800

Farallon 2800

• 220V use a 15 Amp breaker and 12 AWG wire for 7 Amperes.

• Amperage rangs assume a Pf of 60%. Actual measurements may vary.

Wiring - Cont.

Make sure that the Control Box is mounted in cool dry place, well above bilge level and not

subject to water spray.

If being used connect the remote display cable to the open display jack on the side of the

electrical box. Route the remote display control cable through the boat to the MPC remote

display locaon. Be careful not to damage the connector or get it wet. Plug this into the back

of the remote display.

Remote display socket

Boost Pump Plug

Route the boost pump power cable to the Control Box from the boost pump. Do not get the

cable wet, and be careful not to damage the plug or conductors during installaon. The boost

pump power cable plug is located under the sockets for the Salinity probe and the Remote

display. Route the power cable and use cable es to keep it in place.

Factory Supplied Tank Switches

There are two types of tank oat switches available depending on your installaon

requirements. Oen making an assembly as pictured below (right) is a good soluon as there is

only a single penetraon and it can be above the high water level.

Turning the watermaker o when the high level switch is recommended, so you can just “Fill

Tank” and the watermaker will shut o when it’s full. We do not recommend that the system is

turned on by the low level oat switch as it can create a situaon that could sink your boat, not

likely but possible.

Top mounted oat switch EL-SWT-LV

Oponal:

Side mounted oat switch EL-SWT-SMLV

Refer to the wiring diagrams for the Terminal Block

numbers for the tank level switches.

Note: If tank switches are not used you must

disable the tank full switch in the system sengs.

Tank Level Sensor

Installing a tank level sensor (EL-SSR-5PSI) , which is a pressure sensor in the discharge line

from your storage tank will allow the Spectra Connect to track the tank level. Once the sensor

is installed connect to the Terminal Block above referring to the wiring diagram for terminal

locaon.

Tank Switch or Level Sensor Installation

The oponal Tank Level sensor allows even greater control of your ship’s fresh water systems.

This unique level monitoring system requires no holes to be drilled into your tank while

measuring tank volume with greater accuracy than a standard resisve oat.

Turn o the ship’s domesc water system, close the fresh water supply valve at the water

tank, then bleed o the pressure by opening a tap in the galley or head sink.

Install a tee in the water supply hose at the boom of the tank, or at the inlet to the

domesc water pump. Connect open leg of the tee to the Tank Level Sensor. Note: The tank

level sensor requires a 1/4” NPT connecon. We recommend installing a minimum 1/2” tee,

and using a reducing bushing to connect the sensor.

Tank Level

Sensor

Fresh Water

Tank

Product Water

Pump

Route the 3 conductor cable back to the Spectra Connect control board at the feed pump

module. Extend the wires as necessary. If you must extend the wires beyond 50’ contact the

factory to ensure proper operaon.

Connect the Tank Level Sensor cables to the appropriate terminals in the Control Juncon Box

(pg. 20) and refer to the wiring diagram on pg.82 to idenfy the correct terminals. Polarity

must be maintained!

If a 2nd Tank Level Sensor is going to be installed, it should be installed at the base of the

second tank. If monitoring 2 connected water tanks, they must be isolated from each other

with a valve to read properly.

The wiring connecons for the second Tank Level Sensor are located inside the Spectra

Connect control box. See System Sengs secon of this manual for instrucons on enabling

the second Tank Level Sensor.

See the Tank Level Calibraon (pg. 26) in the Commissioning secon of this manual.

Optional Tank Level Sensor Installation

Note: Be sure the pipe between the tank and the tank level

sensor is large enough to eliminate pressure drop when

the product pump is running.

New System Start-Up and Testing

1. First Check that:

• Fresh water system is pressurized

and there is water in the tank.

• The tape is removed from the oil

vent cap on the top of the

crankcase, conrm there is oil in

the crankcase.

• Pressure Relief Valve is OPEN one

full turn

2. Conrm both the inlet and

discharge service valves are in the

RUN posion

3. Thru-hull valve is open. The brine discharge will contain a small amount of propylene glycol

(non-toxic potable an-freeze) during the purge cycle.

4. Conrm toggle switch on the control box is in the RUN AUTO posion.

5. Turn on the power to the system and the Spectra Connect screen will display, “Has the

system been stored with chemicals?” Press ‘Yes’, to start the Purge sequence. Note: The

watermaker will shut down if the pressure relief valve is le closed during the Purge mode.

Use this procedure when the system contains preservave or cleaning chemicals.

Warning! Damage will occur if the system is not purged of the storage

chemicals before pressurizing the system.

6. The system will start purging and the display will

show the progress and me remaining for the

purge cycle.

7. Using the buons on top of the lter housings, bleed

out the air in the lter housings unl water is

coming out.

8. Check the system for leaks.

9. Check the brine discharge for water ow. The system

should fully prime within 60-90 seconds and all air

should be out of the feed water hoses. The pump will

should sound smooth.

Note: If you must stop the purge sequence for any reason, the control will default back to

the beginning of the purge cycle to protect your system.

New System Start-Up and Testing - Cont.

Air Purge Buon

10. Aer the purge sequence the display will

alarm with the message “Close pressure

relief valve.” Close the valve and proceed

by pressing Ok to resume the Purge Cycle

running pressurized and purging the

product water to drain.

11. The system will now run under pressure

and desalinate water. This mode diverts

the product water overboard in case there

is any residual chemicals in the membrane.

Carefully inspect for leaks over the enre

system! Shut down the system and repair

any leaks you nd.

12. Aer the Product Purge cycle completes, the system will prompt to Restart, then advance

to the Main Menu. If this is a NEW INSTALLATION, connue to the Calibraon Instrucons

to nalize the installaon. If you are pung your watermaker back into service aer

storage or cleaning your system is now ready for use.

If the system is stored with Propylene Glycol, addional purging me may be required if

there is chemical odor to the product water, or if salinity remains high aer the purge

sequence. All systems are shipped from the factory stored with Propylene Glycol.

New System Start-Up and Testing - Cont.

3. When the Calibraon Sequence is complete,

press the buon in the upper le corner

to return to the Main Menu.

When prompted by the display, Click Save to

make sure that the Calibraon is stored in the

system memory.

4. The Filter Condion gauge has now been

calibrated to match your installaon.

Sensor Calibration

Many of the sengs on your system have been pre-calibrated during standard factory tesng,

however, there are a few sengs that will vary based on the installaon condions. If the

system has just been installed you must calibrate the Prelter Condion graph before

proceeding.

This procedure does not need to be done with each lter change under normal operaon, it

should ONLY BE DONE IF THE FILTER CONDITION GAUGE WON’T RESET TO 100% WITH NEW

FILTERS.

1. During the calibraon sequence the system will automacally start, begin to make water

for several minutes and then shut itself down. Make sure that new lters are in place

before proceeding.

2. Follow the steps in Figures 1—4 below to iniate the Calibraon Sequence.

Prefilter Gauge Calibration

Fig. 1 Fig. 2

Fig. 3 Fig. 4

Tank Level Sensor Calibration

(with optional transducer installed)

1. With a full tank, press the Menu Buon

2. Press the Calibrate Sensors Buon

3. Press the Tank Level 1 buon 4. Press to enter the tank height

Installing the oponal tank level sensor (EL-SSR-5PSI) will allow the control to display tank

levels in up to two tanks. Follow the steps below to enter the calibraon sequence for the

oponal Tank Level Sensor(s).

The tank needs to be full to proceed with the calibraon process and you need to measure

the approximate height of the tank.

5. Enter the height

8. If the entry is correct press Proceed.

8. Press OK to save the sengs

Press the Feet (Meter) eld to enter the tank height in

feet (meters).

Press the Inch (cm) eld to enter the height in inches.

Ex: If the Tank height is 150cm:

Enter ‘1’ in the eld labeled ‘Meter’

Enter ‘50’ in the eld labeled ‘cm’

3. Press the Salinity—Product Buon 4. Press Connue to acknowledge the warning

Salinity Calibration

1. Press the Menu Buon 2. Press the Calibrate Sensors Buon

The Salinity probe has been calibrated at the factory during tesng and is not normally

required during commissioning. If the product quality is not reading accurately, follow

calibraon steps.

A handheld salinity meter (or other reliable device) is required to perform this calibraon as

you need to conrm the salinity of the product water.

5. Allow the salinity to stabilize for 5

minutes.

6. Press the PPM eld and enter the PPM

you measured. Press Proceed to save your

entry.

The Product Flow sensor has been calibrated at the factory during tesng and isn’t normally

required during commissioning. If the product ow is not reading accurately, conrm the

product ow rate by following the Product Flow calibraon steps.

Product Flow Calibration

4. Allow the system to run for a few minutes to stabilize and then me in minutes and

seconds, how long it takes to ll a container of a known volume.

5. Touch the ‘Gal’ (’Liter’) eld to enter the volume of the container used.

6. Touch the ‘Minutes’ eld to enter the minutes it took to ll the container. Only enter the

minutes, ex: 3 min 15 sec should be entered as 3.

7. Touch the seconds eld to enter the seconds it took to ll the container. Only enter the

seconds, ex: 3 min 15 sec should be entered as 15.

8. Press ‘Proceed’. You must save all changes when prompted aer exing the sengs menu

3. Press the Product Flow Buon

2. Press the Calibrate Sensors Buon

1. Press the Menu Buon

4. Measure the product ow per the

process described below, enter the

numbers below and press Proceed.

Adjusting Boost Pressure

Target Boost Pressure on a Farallon 1800-2800c is 15 psi. Since all Farallon installaon layouts

are unique in that the distance from the Boost Pump to the Inlet Valve is enrely dependent

on the vessel size and the hose lengths required to connect the Boost Pump to the Inlet Valve,

you may need to adjust the speed of your Boost Pump in order to bring down your overall

Boost Pressure. If your system exceeds Max Boost Pressure (19psi) aer being installed, you

may need to adjust the speed of your boost pump in order to hit target PSI to allow your

system to run opmally. Follow the steps below in order to adjust the your boost pump run

speed.

1. Open the Control Box.

2. You will need a small Phillips head screwdriver to

adjust one of the potenometers on the le VFD

(Variable Frequency Drive).

3. You will be adjusng the potenometer

that can be found second from the far right.

The potenometer will read “MAX” labeled

upside down. Turn the screwdriver le to

slow the Boost Pump speed and reduce the

Boost Pressure or turn the screwdriver right

to increase Boost Pump Speed.

Warning: Increasing your Boost Pressure

beyond the recommended threshold can

damage your Pearson Pump.

Networking

Your Spectra Connect is equipped with state of the art networking opons to allow the

maximum user control in a wide variety of installaons. The instrucons below will help you

get the most out of your Spectra Connect.

Ethernet Plug

Connecng to the exisng Network

1. Turn power to the system o.

2. Connect a standard Cat5e or Cat6 ethernet cable

from the plug inside the watermaker to your

router or networking switch.

3. Turn power to the system back on.

4. Follow the screen prompts below:

5. Note the ‘Device IP’ address shown in and record the 10 digit numerical address on the

front of this manual for future reference.

Note: Your Spectra Connect is only available when your device is connected to the same local

network as the Spectra Connect control board. If you have diculty connecng to your

watermaker control applicaon, double check the that your device network is the same as your

Spectra Connect

Note: If you are connecng directly into a wireless router, DO NOT CONNECT TO THE WLAN (Wireless

Local Area Network) ethernet port. You must connect to one of the LAN ports typically labeled 1, 2, 3,

4, etc.

8. Your computer should now show the same image as shown on your local Spectra Connect

7. On the computer, tablet or smartphone, open a web browser such as Firefox, Chrome, or

Safari. In the web address bar at the top, type the ‘Device IP’ address previously recorded.

Press ‘Enter’.

Note: Internet Explorer may not be compable with your Spectra Connect web app. If

formang issues occur, use another browser such as Firefox, Safari, or Chrome.

Ex: Address Bar—Firefox

9. Your web browser is now synced with your Spectra Connect. Any buons you press on

your web browser will be controlling your watermaker.

Cauon! If operang your watermaker from a computer, phone, or tablet, you must keep

the tab open while the system is in operaon and the volume turned up on your device in

order to hear any audible alarm faults.

Connecting to the existing Network - Cont.

Router or Switch

6. Connect your computer, tablet or smart phone to the local network your Spectra Connect

is plugged into;

Wired Connecon: simply plug your computer’s ethernet port directly into the router or

switch where you connected the watermaker.

Wireless Connecon: make sure your device is connected to the same local wireless

network as the Spectra Connect (LAN).

Wired Connection

Wireless Connections

Spectra Connect — MFD Integration

To connect your Spectra Connect system to a Garmin, Raymarine, or Navico/Simrad MFD, follow steps 1

and 2. Step 3 varies depending on your MFD model, so follow the specic instrucons for your device.

Step 1: First, connect the Ethernet cord between the Spectra "Network" port and the MFD Ethernet

port. Some Spectra models have this port on the control box, while others require a direct connecon to

the circuit board, as seen below (circled in yellow).

Step 2: Ensure the MFD rmware is up to date using the appropriate method for your device (Acve

Captain app/SD card for Garmin, internet/SD card for Raymarine, or internet/Simrad mobile app for

Navico/Simrad).

• On the Spectra display, press the Menu buon and select "Support" to check for an IP Address. If it

shows "NILL", restart the system via Menu Icon > Restart. Next, on Spectra Connect, select the ap-

propriate MFD vendor (Garmin, Raymarine, or Navico) from the Menu.

• On the MFD, look for the Spectra logo app to automacally appear, which may take a few minutes,

and tap the icon to complete the setup. This process allows for a duplicate screen connecon, en-

suring seamless integraon between your Spectra Connect system and the MFD. For further trou-

bleshoong, refer to the manual or contact Spectra technical support.

GARMIN

Step 3: On the Spectra Connect, press Menu icon > Select MFD Vendor > Garmin

•On Garmin, tap “Vessel” and look for app with Spectra logo that should automacally populate. This

can take a few minutes.

•Tap “Spectra” Icon that has appeared.

This will allow a duplicate screen connecon, and completes the setup.

Spectra Connect — MFD Integration Cont.

RAYMARINE

Step 3: On the Spectra Connect, press Menu icon > Select MFD Vendor > Raymarine

•On Raymarine, tap “Apps” and look for app with Spectra logo that should automacally populate.

This can take a few minutes.

•Tap “Spectra” Icon that has appeared.

This will allow a duplicate screen connecon, and completes the setup.

Step 3: On the Spectra Connect, press Menu icon > Select MFD Vendor > Navico

•On Simrad, tap “Apps” and look for app with Spectra logo that should automacally populate. This

can take a few minutes.

•Tap “Spectra” Icon that has appeared.

This will allow a duplicate screen connecon, and completes the setup.

NAVICO/SIMRAD

See below for troubleshoong ps and things to check.

• Ethernet cord is plugged into correct “Network” port, as seen in Step 1 (circled in yellow).

-Most models also have a network port on the outside of the control box labeled "Network"

• Verify your specic MFD rmware is up to date with latest package.

• Stuck on “Selecng MFD” Screen?

-Restart the system and retry your selecon. Ensure ethernet cord is installed prior to selecng

MFD vendor on the display.

• Ensure your Spectra Connect shows rmware rev v3.1 or newer

-(Menu > Support).

• Check that your Wireless Access is enabled (by default this should already be enabled)

-Menu > Dealer Access > User “admin” Password “admin” > Network Setup

• Combinaon screen compability depends on vendor & display size specics.

-Below350px will return a message of “Resoluon Not Supported”.

For further assistance, contact Spectra technical support at techsupport@spectrawatermakers.com or

call 415-526-2780, opon 3.

If the system has been pickled or stored with chemicals, use the New System Startup

procedure.

Your watermaker will fresh water ush aer every use. Remember that you need to run the

system approximately half an hour to make enough fresh water for one ush.

1. Check to see that the inlet and brine discharge seacocks are open and the domesc

pressurized water system is turned on.

2. Press the ‘Start’ buon, then select the desired operang mode.

3. Runs your watermaker unl the Tank Full switch closes, fresh water ushes

the system, then goes into ‘Auto Store’ mode and the Flush Interval mer starts.

This is the default mode of operaon.

-OR-

4. Gives you the opon to run for a preset amount of me, or a preset volume

of water to be produced. If no tank switches are installed, and they have

been disabled in the system sengs, this is the only Operang Mode

available.

Normal Operation

Standard Operating Modes

Enter Volume or Time

desired

Select Gallons/Liters or Hours

Starts the

Watermaker

5. The system will now begin the start sequence and will count down to the pump starng.

Pressing ‘Stop’ will stop the sequence and bring you back to the Main Menu.

6. Once the Boost Pressure reaches the minimum threshold, the system starts operang and

you will be taken directly to the Main Dashboard which shows the current status.

7. When the Product Water Quality is beer than the programmed threshold, the Diversion

Valve opens, allowing water to enter the tanks and the screen image changes.

8. Pressing the < (Page Le) or > (Page Right) arrows while the system is running will scroll

through the dierent screens with operang informaon for your watermaker.

Page Le

Page Right

Buon will toggle

between Run Modes

(High or Low)

Operang

Mode

Current

Screen

Diversion Valve Status

(showing CLOSED)

Diversion Valve Status

(showing OPEN)

Normal Operation - Cont.

9. When the Run Cycle completes, the system will start the Fresh Water Flush cycle. If you

stop the system (interrupng the run cycle) the system will also start a ush cycle.

The system must be FRESH WATER FLUSHED AFTER EACH USE, or serious damage can occur.

10. Aer Fresh Water Flushing the system will enter standby mode waing for the next run

cycle.

Note: See for ways to ulize the Auto Store mode.

Normal Operation - Cont.

Other Operating Modes

Run Low Mode

You can toggle back and forth between

Run High Mode and Run Low Mode by

tapping the ‘High’ toggle buon.

Run Low Mode may be selected to reduce

power consumpon, lower the membrane

pressure, or prolong lter life.

Note: The system will automacally drop to Low Mode when it senses high membrane

pressure, or low boost (feed) pressure.

Normal Operation - Cont.

Auto Fill Mode

If using the Tank Low and Tank Full switches, and both are enabled in the system sengs,

then your Start Menu will allow the system to be operated in Auto Fill mode.

In Auto Fill Mode the Spectra Connect will automacally ll your water tank, stop itself, fresh

water ush, return to Auto Store mode with the ush interval mer running, and then turn

itself on again to ll the tank as soon as the water level drops below the Tank Low Switch with

no addional user commands.

Addionally, if power is interrupted at any stage of operaon, the Spectra Connect will return

to Auto Fill mode, ensuring that your tanks will always have water.

Warning! Proper understanding of the Spectra ush system and the fresh water system is

mandatory for extended use of Auto Store.

The Auto Store funcon ushes the watermaker at programmed intervals. As long as the

watermaker is ushed with fresh water every 5 days you need not store the system with

chemicals.

Note: If the system runs out of water the pump will be damaged.

• Make sure the pressure relief valve on the Pearson pump is closed.

• The system must be connually powered on during the Auto Store mode. Turning o the

power will disable the automac fresh water ush and damage may occur.

Pushing the fresh water ush

buon ushes the system with

fresh water and acvates the

auto store cycle:

Auto Store

Shows Autostore: me to next

ush cycle.

Dry Testing With Artificial Ocean

If it is not possible to test run the system with the boat in the water tesng may be

accomplished with an arcial ocean. Purchase enough salt to make 5 gallons (20 liters) of

salt water. Salt water is 32,000mg/L or 3% salt by weight.

Make sure that the domesc water system is powered up and that there is water in the tank.

Conrm that the Charcoal lter is installed in the Fresh water ush module and that the

domesc water line has been installed and all valves are open.

1. Open Pressure Relief Valve.

2. Power up the control system.

3. Close the sea cock

4. Press both “Auto Run” and “Stop” to bypass the purge sequence. If the motor starts, stop

immediately and press the Auto run and stop buons again unl you get the message

PURGE MODE BYPASSED.

5. Press the “Auto Store” buon and allow the fresh water ush system to cycle through its

med operaon. Press the “auto store” system 5 or more mes to purge all of the storage

chemicals out of the system (20 minutes total purging). If the Spectra-Pearson Pump is

cavitang during the ush cycle, then there isn’t enough ow to the pump. See the

instrucons for “Flush Cycle Adjustment”.

6. Hook up your service hoses to the Brine Discharge Service valve and the Service Intake

Module. Route them into a 5 gallon (20 Liter) bucket.

7. Turn the yellow valve on the Service Intake Module from “Run” to “Service.”

8. Press auto ush one more me to ll the bucket, press “Stop” once the bucket is nearly

full. Add 32grams of salt for every liter of water in the bucket to approximate the salinity

of an ocean. If you have a hydrometer, mix salt into the bucket unl you have specic

gravity of 1.024.

9. Close the pressure relief valve and start the system using the “Auto Run” Buon. If you

have no way to measure the salinity, slowly add salt while running the machine unl the

membrane pressure reaches 650psi (45bar).

9. Run and test the system for as long as possible. During the run test carefully inspect for

leaks. Check all of the system parameters to make sure the system is operang correctly.

Do not allow the water in the bucket to get above 120F (50C).

10. Store the system per the “Storage” instrucons.

In the event of complete MPC control failure, the system may be operated manually by using

the manual run switch on the Electrical Box and manually opening the diversion valve.

• For manual start up, switch on the Spectra-Pearson Pump and Boost Pump by seng the

feed pump switch to “RUN MAN”. Shut the unit down if the Spectra-Pearson Pump knocks

loudly or sounds rough or if air is connuously present in the intake line. The automac

safety controls are disabled in manual mode.

• The diversion valve, an electrically operated three way valve which is normally energized

by the MPC controls to send water to the tank, will not open automacally in manual

mode. Instead, it must be opened using the mechanical override buon on the valve. The

buon is located on the side of the valve opposite the electrical connecon and above the

plumbing ngs. Firmly press the buon in as far as it will go and rotate it 90 degrees

Clockwise. This locks the diversion valve open.

• Always discard the product water for the rst few minutes of operaon. The inial

product water from the system may not be potable. Taste the product water before

sending to a tank. To get a water sample loosen the 1/2 inch product tube ng at the

diversion valve in the High Pressure Module or remove the tubing from the membrane

outlet and collect a sample, or collect a sample of a sampling tap—if installed. Check it

with a handheld salinity meter or taste it.

Manual Operation

In the event of a component failure resulng in a shut down due to a false alarm, the failed

component can be overridden using the Programming Funcon on the display. High Pressure,

Service Prelter, System Stalled (airlock), and Salinity Probe Failed can be defeated. If one

safety shutdown is disabled, the other safety shutdowns will sll be acvated. The pressure

sensors and salinity probe can also be calibrated from the display. Complete instrucons are

found in Part 2 of this manual under “Programming from the Display”. Be absolutely certain

that the alarm is false before defeang the automac controls.

Run Manual

Toggle Switch

Diversion Valve

Bypass

Long Term Storage Procedures

Watermakers are best run frequently (every other day is ideal), biological growth in the

membrane is the leading cause of membrane fouling. A warm environment will cause faster

growth than a cold environment. The fresh water ush system will greatly reduce biological

growth but may not stop it completely in certain condions.

System Storage for up to 6 months, “Pickling”

If the system is to be le unused for more than 2 weeks, perform the following storage

procedure. The procedure introduces a chemical compound, SC-1, into the system that

prevents biological growth.

Spectra SC-1 is a special storage compound used by the US Navy. It is formulated

to be compable with the modern engineering plascs and composites in the

Spectra pumps. Do not use any substute except propylene Glycol, SC-1 Storage

Compound has to be mixed at a rao of 1 Spectra container to 3 gallons (12L) of

fresh water to have the proper soluon. An average of 6 gallons (22L) of water is

in the system. The Farallon 1800 or 2800 requires two packets of SC-1 for proper

storage.

Cauon! Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or lungs with the storage chemical.

Storage Procedure

• Step 1: Do two Fresh Water Flushes.

• Step 2: Install the 5/8” braided nylon service hose from the service kit on the three-way

valve installed on the brine discharge outlet, and lead the hose to a 5 gallon bucket. Turn

the valve handle to the ‘Service’ posion.

• Step 3: Push the Fresh Water Flush buon: to ll the bucket with 2 gallons of fresh

unchlorinated water. When the bucket has reached the desired level Push the “Stop”

buon.

• Step 4: Connect the hose, using the garden hose barb ng from your service kit, to the

service port of the Service Intake Module. Lead the hose into the same bucket. Turn the

service valve on the boost pump module 180° to the ‘Service’ posion, so the intake is

now coming from the bucket.

• Step 5: Mix the storage chemical compound into the water in the bucket. Note that if the

water is cold it may take an hour for the chemical to dissolve.

• Step 6: Make sure the pressure relief valve on the Spectra-Pearson Pump is Open one full

turn (unpressurized).

• Step 7: Set the switch on the pump module to “Service System” to turn on the feed

pump. Circulate the storage chemical in the system for approximately 20 minutes. Set the

switch to “Run Auto” when nished.

Clean Up:

• Remove the brine discharge service hose from the three-way valve, and turn the valve

back to the ‘Run’ posion. You may at this point, if you choose to, pump the bucket dry

by using the feed pump switch. Stop when the bucket is empty.

• Turn the service valve 180° back to its original ‘Run’ posion, remove the service hose,

and replace the dust cap.

• Turn o the AC power to the system.

• LEAVE THE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE OPEN

Pressure Relief

Valve

Storage & Winterizing

Warning! Use only potable water anfreeze (Propylene Glycol). That does

not contain any Ethyl Alcohol.

Do not use automove anfreeze (Ethylene Glycol).

Propylene Glycol is an eecve biocide and anfreeze only at concentraons above 25%.

Commercially available products range from 25 to 60 percent. They are usually labeled with a

temperature rang. “Minus 50” anfreeze is already diluted to 25%. “Minus 100” is a 60%

soluon. Purchase the strongest anfreeze available. Use enough to ensure that the system

contains at least a 25% soluon even aer diluon with the residual water inside the

watermaker.

Note that there is 3.5 gallons of water in the system so if you want to make a 50% soluon

you will need 3.5 gallons of Anfreeze.

Follow the procedure on the previous page with the following changes;

• Skip step 2, you will be pung straight Propylene Glycol in the bucket

• Substute Propylene Glycol for the SC-1 storage chemical in Step-5

Everything else in the process is the same.

The Seawater Strainer

• The sea water strainer’s stainless steel element should be inspected, removed, and

cleaned as needed. A clogged strainer will cause the control to alarm “Service Prelters”

Be careful to ensure that the thru-hull is closed before disassembly and the seal and

element are in place before reassembly. Put the screen up to a light for inspecon. When

the system is put into storage, remove, rinse, and reassemble dry to impede corrosion.

Check frequently during operaon.

The Prefilters

• Service the prelters as soon as possible aer the prelter condion graph begins to rise.

If the lter condion graph gets all the way to “Replace” the machine will slow down.

When display reaches “Replace” a second me the alarm sounds and the system will shut

down to prevent damage.

• To service the lters shut o the thru-hull, open the housings, discard the old lters, Clean

out the housing bowls, reassemble the housings with new 20 and 5 micron lter elements.

The 5 micron lter goes downstream from the 20 micron. Leave dry unl next startup.

• Use only Spectra approved lters or you may void your warranty. Occasionally, lightly lube

the O-rings with silicone grease.

• Note that the ring holding the lter bowls in place only needs to be hand ght. Making the

ring ghter will not improve the seal. If it leaks the o-ring is dirty or damaged.

The Charcoal Fresh Water Flush Filter

• Replace the charcoal lter element at least every 6 months.

General

Periodically inspect the enre system for leakage and chafe on the tubing and hoses. Repair

any leaks you nd as soon as praccal. Some crystal formaon around the Spectra - Pearson

Pump blocks is normal. Wipe down any salt encrusted areas with a damp cloth.

Maintenance

It is important to remember that your Spectra Watermaker is designed to process clean,

open-ocean seawater. Any departure from that standard for your seawater intake runs the

risk of causing excessive wear or damage to internal pump parts and/or the vulnerable re-

verse osmosis membrane. Addional preltraon consideraons and/or extremely frequent

prelter replacements may be required in any deviaon from open-ocean seawater. Your

local service provider or installer may have specic recommendaons based on their experi-

ence with water condions unique to your region.

GEARCASE LUBE OIL

Use only 5W-30 synthec oil in Spectra-Pearson Pump crankcase. Do not overll the crankcase

with oil. Check oil condion and level frequently. The Oil should be replaced every 5000 hours

or annually, whichever comes rst.

The Spectra– Pearson Pump comes mounted on a counterclockwise rotang CAT

crankcase. Inspect the oil level and condion oen.

The oil in the crankcase should be changed every 5,000 hours or when the oil appears milky.

There is an inspecon window that is visible from the plumbing manifold side of the Spectra-

Pearson Pump, or the oil can be check by the

vent plug on the top of the crankcase.

Push the drain tube into the ng and pull the

ring on the ng into the ng which will

release the tube. Keep pressure on the ring and

pull the tube out.

Oil Lever sight glass

Drain oil into a suitable container.

Reaach the tube (pull to make sure it is secure)

and rell the pump with oil, checking the level

with the sight glass.

Maintenance

Membrane Cleaning

For normal cleaning, the SC-3 Acid Cleaning Compound is used rst, then the SC-2 Alkaline

Cleaning Compound. If known bio-fouling is present, the SC-2 may be used rst. Use hot water

if possible, up to 120°F (45C) is recommended as it greatly enhances the ability of the cleaners

to do their jobs.

If the history of the system is unknown or has been le “unpickled” for an extended length of

me and biological growth is present, it is recommended that the system is cleaned with SC-2,

using an alternate source of unchlorinated fresh water before the system is run under

pressure. A simple test can be performed to see if biological growth has occurred. Before

running the system, remove the prelters and examine their condion. If the housings are full

of smelly discolored water, the system was not properly stored. Install clean prelters if they

were bad. Next check the membrane. Aach the brine discharge service hose and lead to a

bucket. Open the pressure relief valve one turn, and manually run the system for 30 seconds.

Examine the brine water: if it’s discolored and smells bad, perform an SC-2 cleaning with an

alternate source of unchlorinated water before running the system pressurized. If the brine is

fairly clean, the system can be purged, run normally, and checked for performance. Clean the

membranes only if performance is reduced.

Heang the water is preferable. One way to do this is to nd a camp stove and use a large

stainless steel pot to heat the soluon in. The cleaning soluon throughout the system will

heat as it circulates in and out of the pot. An alternave is to heat the one or two gallons of

water to 120° on the before mixing in the cleaner and circulang it into the system.

Periodically stop and reheat the soluon.

Perform the cleaning procedures while the ship is in acceptable sea water for purging and testing.

•There are two types of cleaners: acid and alkaline. The acid cleaner (SC-3) will remove mineral

scaling. The alkaline cleaner (SC-2) is used to remove biological by-products, oil, and dirt

parcles that get past the prelters. If membrane performance is reduced and they have not

been pickled recently, cleaning with both chemicals is recommended. The acid cleaner should

be used rst. If the membrane fails to respond to both cleanings, this is an indicaon of

another problem with the system, or that it is me to replace the membranes. Contact Spectra

Watermakers before removing a membrane.

• The membranes need to be cleaned only when operang pressures have risen more than

10% or the product quality degrades. The leading cause of fouling in marine use is from

biological growth that occurs when the system is le unused without ushing or pickling.

Fouling from mineral scaling can happen during operaon under certain sea water condions,

and from rust. Monitor the product salinity and membrane pressure for higher than normal

readings for the condions. Other condions can cause high pressure such as cold water or

high ocean salinity. Low product ow is usually due to blocked or parally blocked prelters,

Spectra-Pearson Pump problems, or low boost pressure. Look for all other causes before

cleaning the membrane. Membrane life can be shortened by excessive cleaning.

The Membranes

Membranes should only be cleaned when it is indicated by understanding the history of the

watermaker, see the previous page for details.

Note: Procedures are the same for the SC-2 and SC-3 cleaners

A Spectra Cleaning Compound (SC-2 or SC-3) must be mixed with fresh water at a rao of 1 container

of compound (8oz.) to 3 gallons (12L) of unchlorinated water to have the proper soluon. An average

of six gallons (8L) of water is already present inside a Farallon system . This water has to be gured

into the mixture. A Farallon system will use 2 containers of compound. SC-2 and SC-3 are never mixed

together. Do not use them for storage pickling soluon.

Warning! The pressure relief valve on the Spectra-Pearson Pump must be open for this

procedure or membrane damage may result. Maximum pressure 50 psi.

Cleaning Procedure:

• Step 1: Close the seacock. Flush the system twice. Use the “Auto Flush” buon on the MPC-5000

display, once the rst ush has been completed, press “Stop” to cancel the 5 day interval mer,

then press “Auto Flush” again.

• Step 2: Connect the brine discharge service hose to the Service Port on the Brine Discharge Service

Module, turn the yellow handled service valve to the Service posion , and lead the hose to a

bucket.

• Step 3: Press “Auto Flush” again to ll the bucket with 2 gallons (8L) of fresh unchlorinated water.

Press “Stop” when the bucket has reached the desired level.

• Step 4: Connect the intake service hose, using the garden hose barb ng from your service kit, to

the service port of the Intake Service Module. Lead the hose into the same bucket as the brine

discharge service hose. Turn the service valve on the Intake Service Module 180°, so the intake is

now coming from the bucket.

• Step 5: Mix the cleaning chemical compound into the water in the bucket. Note that not all of the

chemical will dissolve completely into soluon. This is acceptable and will not harm the system.

• Step 6: OPEN THE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE ON THE SPECTRA-PEARSON PUMP.

• Step 7: Use the “Run Manual” switch on the control box to turn on the feed pump. Circulate the

storage chemical in the system for approximately 25 minutes. Allow to soak for several hours or

overnight if the soluon is cold. Run the pump occasionally to agitate the soluon. Set the toggle

switch to ‘Run Auto’ when nished.

• Step 8: Replace the brine overboard hose. Remove the Inlet Service hose and turn the Service

valve to the Run posion.

• Step 9: To avoid damaging the membranes, Follow the “New System Startup” Instrucons to Purge

the chemicals out of the System.

Membrane Cleaning

Suggested Spares

Short term cruising, weekends etc.

We suggest a hand held salinity meter and basic cruise kit. Kit consists of 3 ea, 20micron, and 5

micron lters and two SC-1 storage chemicals.

Cruising 2 to 6 months at a me.

Two basic cruise kits, One each replacement charcoal lter, Oil Change Kit, Salinity Probe.

Longer than 6 months,

Addional lters, membrane cleaning chemicals. One replacement strainer screen, O-ring for

strainer screen, O-rings for lter housings, Salinity Probe, Oil Change Kit

Spectra Watermakers parts list:

SC-1 STORAGE CHEMICAL KIT-CHEM-SC1

SC-2 CLEANER (Biological) KIT-CHEM-SC2

SC-3 CLEANER (Acid) KIT-CHEM-SC3

BASIC CRUISE KIT KIT-BCK-D

5 MIC FILTER FT-FTC-5BB

20 MIC FILTER FT-FTC-20BB

CHARCOAL FILTER FT-FTC-CCBB10

6” STRAINER SCREEN FT-STN-6S

6” STRAINER O-RING SO-STN-6SS

FILTER HOUSING O-RING SO-FHS-3PS20BB

SALINITY PROBE EL-MPC-SP4

OIL CHANGE KIT KIT-SPP5-OP

HAND HELD METER KIT-HHM

Part Number

Membrane Pressure Vessel Relocation

Use ONLY size –8 hydraulic hose, p/n PL-HS-1/2HP, for high pressure connecons. Pay

aenon to the direcon and ow path of the factory installed hoses before disassembly.

Make sure that you reinstall the new hoses in the same manner.

The high pressure ngs are typically pre-installed at the factory. The ngs on the Spectra-

Pearson Pump seal with an O-ring and require no Teon tape or pipe thread sealant. The

ngs on the pressure vessels are UNF Straight Thread and pre-installed at the factory. These

ngs should not be disassembled, contact the factory if further installaon opons are

necessary.

Follow the high pressure hose connecon instrucons on the next page. Carefully measure

the total assembled length from ng to ng. It is usually best to assemble one end of the

hose ng, connect it, lay out the hose length required, then mark and cut the hose to length,

taking into account the assembled length of the ng. A 90 degree bend in a tube is beer

than a 90 degree ng. Do not exceed a 5” (13cm) minimum radius bend.

When connecng the hoses to their components, be sure to hold the ng body with a

wrench during the nal ghtening. Of special note are the ngs on the membrane housing

seal, these ngs are naonal pipe thread and must be properly supported to ensure leak-

free service.

Factory Pre-assembled reusable

high pressure ngs

Oil nipple threads and inside of hose

with silicone oil or diluted soapy water.

DO NOT OIL HOSE COVER

High Pressure Compression Fittings

The Spectra-Pearson Pump is equipped with compression fittings for reliability and easier

service. These fittings are used to connect the raw water outlet on the plumbing manifold to the

raw water inlet on the Spectra-Pearson Pump. Should these fittings need to be replaced or

repaired, follow the instructions below to ensure leak-free service.

Use ONLY Dayco Imperial Nylo-Seal 88-NSR-1/2 or stainless steel tubing for high pressure connecons.

Carefully t and measure the tubing before cung with a sharp razor knife or hose cuer and remove

any burrs. Minimum tubing bend radius is 6”. Route tubing away from excessive heat sources and

secure from vibraon and chafe. Have at least one shallow bend in a tube assembly aer it is installed.

Refer to gure 1. If a ng has been dissembled, reassemble as illustrated. The notch on the ferrule

must engage the inside of the nut properly for the nut to seat down fully. Once the tube is inserted the

ferrule and nut will naturally align.

Refer to gure 2. Insert tube fully into the ng, it should go in 0.9”. Tighten the nut nger ght while

moving the tube around to prevent binding. One thread should be showing under the nut. Secure the

tube so it won’t back out when ghtening.

Refer to gure 3. Use 13/16” wrench to hold a straight body ng or a 3/4” wrench for a 90º body,

and a 7/8” wrench for the nut. Hold the body, recheck the tube inseron, then ghten the nut 1-1/4

turns. Use the index mark on the nut as a guide. The threads should be completely covered by the nut.

Make Sure these ngs are ght on inial assembly or they will fail!

The correct Torque

specification is 85 foot

pounds

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Spectra Connect Settings

Your new Spectra Connect is designed to make your watermaker easier than ever to operate,

maintain and enjoy. This secon will guide you through some of the more advanced sengs

opons available.

Always use cauon when changing any factory default sengs, as serious damage can

occur.

The Spectra Connect automacally monitors the operaon of the system to ensure a long and

trouble-free service life. If an operang parameter changes, the Connect can switch operang

modes, shut itself down, or automacally store itself in order to protect your watermaker.

It includes advanced calibraon sequences to make proper setup and maintenance of your

watermaker easier than ever.

The onboard clock feature allows for temporary power interrupons without detrimental

eects on the system. In some cases your watermaker will connue to funcon in its last

known operang state.

The Spectra Connect has built in data logging, allowing for easy access to historical operang

data—which can indicate a wearing component or spares to be carried along before a failure

occurs.

Built in warnings for preventave maintenance automacally alert a user of pending

maintenance items, helping to keep your watermaker’s up-me to 100%! Advance warnings

are pre-programmed for Prelter Life, Pump rebuilds, membranes, Z-Ion reactor rod life, and

carbon lter life. These warnings are reseable, allowing you to perform the maintenance

before a catastrophic failure, then reset the interval—so you’re always on top of the

maintenance cycle!

LCD Brightness: Set brightness of the hardwired display(s) from 10—100%

System Units: Change from US Standard units to Metric

Factory Reset: Resets any changed parameters a user has made back to the factory defaults for that

conguraon.

CAUTION! Never disable a Fault Alarm without being certain that the issue is with a bad sensor.

Disabling a fault and running the system can cause serious damage or injury.

High Pressure Fault: Disables the ‘High Pressure’ shutdown fault in the event of a feed pressure sensor failure.

System Stall Fault: Disables the ‘System Stalled’ shutdown fault in the event of a failed rotoow sensor. System

stalled alarms occur when the control board does not sense any product water being produced, and shuts down

to protect the pump from running dry.

Poor Quality Fault: Disables the ‘High Salinity’ shut down fault in the event that the salinity probe has failed or

cannot be calibrated within range. NOTE: The diversion valve will always be acve when this fault is disabled.

ALWAYS VERIFY PRODUCT QUALITY BEFORE DRINKING. Serious health risks may occur.

Prelter Fault: Disables the ‘Service Prelter’ shut down fault in the event that the boost pressure sensor has

failed or cannot be calibrate within range. CAUTION: Permanent damage to the feed pump can occur if this fault

is disabled, use cauon when operang this system with this fault disabled.

User Settings

Spectra Connect Settings - Cont.

Fault Alarms

Dealer Access Point - Settings

Dealer Access Settings

It is highly recommended that users consult with a factory trained technician before altering any sengs behind

the ‘Dealer Access Point’. Changing this sengs without understanding the full eect of each change can void

the warranty of your system, and cause irreparable damage.

If any sengs are inadvertently changed, they can be reverted back to the defaults by using the ‘Factory Reset’

feature.

Default Login: admin

Default Password: admin

System Model: Congures the Spectra Connect for a dierent system model from a preset list of opons.

Clear Stascs: Resets all of the Esmated Maintenance Intervals back to 100%. This feature should only be used

on a brand new system.

Change Username/password: Changes the default username and password. If you forget your changed

username and password, a Factory Reset will revert back to the default username and password.

Set MFD: Changes the Manufactured Date on the system. This should only be adjusted if a control board is being

replaced on an older system.

Set Serial ID: Changes the Serial Number recorded in the Spectra Connect. This should only be adjusted if a

control board is being replaced on an older system.

Limit Runme: Limits the maximum run me for the system before shung down and fresh water ushing.

Disabling this seng allows the watermaker to be operated 24/7.

Dealer Access Settings

It is highly recommended that users consult with a factory trained technician before altering any sengs behind

the ‘Dealer Access Point’. Changing this sengs without understanding the full eect of each change can void

the warranty of your system, and cause irreparable damage.

If any sengs are inadvertently changed, they can be reverted back to the defaults by using the ‘Factory Reset’

feature.

Purge Setup: Adjusts the me and maximum feed pressure allowed for the Purge Mode. CAUTION: Permanent

damage to the membrane can occur if this seng is adjusted. Consult the factory before making any

adjustments.

Fresh Water Flush Sengs: Allows adjustment of the fresh water ush duraon and the interval between

ushes. If the Z-Ion is installed, the Flush Interval should be changed to 30 days.

Conducvity Setup: Allows for enabling or disabling conducvity sensors on the feed water and product water.

Set the threshold for the diversion valve to divert water to the tanks.

Flow Setup: Allows the user to adjust the ow sensor sengs, or disable a ow sensor circuit altogether. DO

NOT USE THIS SETTING TO CALIBRATE THE PRODUCT FLOW. Follow instrucons on calibrang the ow sensor in

this manual.

Tank Level Monitors: Enable and disable the Tank Level Sensors, which read the % remaining in the tank, and the

tank switches, which allow the system to turn on/o automacally.

Boost Pressure Setup: Enable alternate Boost Pressure sensors, change the Low Vacuum Limit, or Boost Pressure

Setpoint. CAUTION: Permanent damage to the pump can occur if this seng is adjusted. Consult the factory

before making any adjustments.

Low Vacuum Limit: The minimum boost pressure required at the inlet to the pump. This seng prevents the

pump from geng damaged by running under high vacuum. Adjusng it to a lower number in creases the risk

that the pump will suer damage during normal operaon.

Boost Pressure Setpoint: During startup the controller turns on the boost pump and waits for the Boost Pressure

to reach the Boost Pressure Setpoint. If the boost pressure fails to reach this setpoint, then the main pump won’t

turn on. Reducing the Boost Pressure Setpoint may cause the system to start, then immediately shut down due

to low boost pressure.

Outlet Pressure Setup: Set High Pressure Limit, enable alternate high pressure sensors, select pressure sensor

scaling. CAUTION: Permanent damage to the pump can occur if this seng is adjusted. Consult the factory

before making any adjustments.

Network Setup: Enabling the Spectra Connect Wireless access turns on a Power Over Ethernet feature on the

wired connecon. ENABLING THIS FEATURE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE TO YOUR SHIP’S NETWORK. DO

NOT ENABLE THIS FEATURE WITHOUT CONSULTING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN OR THE FACTORY.

Dealer Access Point - Settings - Cont.

Dealer Access Settings

It is highly recommended that users consult with a factory trained technician before altering any sengs behind

the ‘Dealer Access Point’. Changing this sengs without understanding the full eect of each change can void

the warranty of your system, and cause irreparable damage.

If any sengs are inadvertently changed, they can be reverted back to the defaults by using the ‘Factory Reset’

feature.

Other Setups—Default is all disabled

Automac PRV: Enables an oponal Automac Pressure Relief Valve, aer it is installed. This seng should

remain o unless you are certain that you have this feature installed on your system.

Power Sensor: Enables or disables an oponal power sensor, aer it is installed.

PH/ORP: Enables an oponal pH or ORP meter, aer it is installed.

Z-Ion: Enables or Disables the oponal Z-Ion system, aer it is installed. If the Z-Ion is enabled, you should also

adjust the Flush Interval to 30 days.

Tank Level Monitors

Tank Setup - Enable/disable tank sensors.

Enable Tank Switch High - Enable/disable tank high switch high. If this is disabled Auto Fill and Fill Tank run

modes will not be available.

Enable Tank Switch Low - Enable/disable tank high switch low. If this is disabled Auto Fill mode will not be

available. Both High and Low tank switches must be enabled for Auto Fill mode.

Enable Tank Level 1 - Enable/disable tank level sensor 1. If this is disabled there will be no tank level reading and

tank level gauge will read “!”.

Enable Tank Level 2 - Enable/disable tank level sensor 2.

Dealer Access Point - Settings - Cont.

Handling Spectra Connect Alarms or Faults

Faults are (potenally hazardous) condions that might occur during running of your watermaker. The control

board has the ability to monitor these faults in real me and take necessary acons to prevent damaging your

equipment.

HIGH PRESSURE FAULT

High pressure fault is triggered if

Outlet pressure (Feed/Membrane pressure) > Pressure Limit

If a high pressure fault is triggered, the system goes to low producon mode if it is running in high producon

mode, or stops the operaon if it is already running in low producon mode. Then the system will begin

the Auto Store mode.

Resoluons

Check for kinked or blocked hoses.

Conrm “#3 Sensor PSI High limit” and “#3 Sensor PSI Oset” opons on Outlet Sengs.

Clean membrane.

SYSTEM STALL FAULT

System stall fault is triggered if

There is no product ow for 1 minute connuously.

If system stall fault is triggered, machine will stop the current run cycle and will prompt to restart. If restarted

it will retry the previous running mode. If the stall condion persists even aer restart, the system will

begin the Auto Store mode.

Resoluons

Conrm product water at membrane endcap.

Check intake line for restricons, blockages or air leaks.

Close Pressure Relief Valve on Pump.

Conrm controller sengs correct.

SERVICE PREFILTER FAULT

The Service Prelter fault is triggered if

Inlet Pressure(boost pressure) < Low Vacuum Limit

If the Service Prelter fault triggers, the system goes to low producon mode if it is running in high produc-

on mode or stops the operaon if it is already running in low producon mode. Then the system will

begin the Auto Store mode.

Resoluons

Change prelters and the sea strainer screen.

Conrm adequate boost pressure in inlet pressure sengs.

Check for obstrucons in intake line.

Check sensor for proper operaon

POOR QUALITY FAULT

The High Salinity fault triggers if

The Salinity of the product water is above the threshold (measured salinity > Salinity 1 threshold) for

more than 8 minutes.

If the High Salinity fault is triggered, the machine will stop the current run cycle and will prompt to restart. If

restarted it will retry the previous running mode. If the High Salinity fault condion persists even aer

restart, the system will begin the Auto Store mode.

Resoluons

Check pump operaon - Clark Pump (pressure relief valve closed), Feed Pump (moving water).

Conrm product water quality.

Membrane damage - clean or replace.

Salinity probe out of calibraon.

Clean or replace salinity probe.

Pump runs constantly, will

not turn off

• Turn switch on control box to

RUN AUTO

• Replace Speed Control

• Toggle switch on control

box to RUN MAN or SER-

VICE

Display activates, but pump

will not run

• Loose or broken pump wire

connection

• Tanks are full (if equipped

with tank switch)

• Speed control overheated

• Check wiring at terminal block

inside control box

• Check tanks– system cannot

be started if tanks are full.

• Improve cooling

System runs, no product

water delivered to water

tanks, Product volume

gauge good, Diversion

valve shows deactivated on

display

• Poor product water quali-

ty diversion valve open

• Salinity probe out of cali-

bration or defective, bad

cable

• Chlorine damage to mem-

branes

• Pressure relief valve par-

tially open

• Check for low feed pressure

• Check for leaks at high pressure

hoses

• Test product water with hand-held

tester– if over 500 PPM for 1 hour,

see ‘Poor Product Quality’ on p.50

• Close pressure relief valve

No lights or display, system

does not operate

• Display has gone to sleep

• Remote display not con-

nected

• No power to control box

• Touch the screen to wake it up

• Check display cable connections at

back of display and at control box

• Check and reset main DC supply

breaker

• Check for voltage control box, check

20A fuse on control board.

• Try manual switch on control box: If

pump runs, then control or display

may be defective

System runs, no product

water delivered to water

tanks, Product volume

gauge good, Diversion

valve shows activated on

display

• Diversion valve inoperative

or wiring fault.

• Disconnected or broken

product tubing

• Diversion valve plunger

stuck

• Check wiring at diversion valve

and inside control box

• Check product tubing

• Exercise diversion valve by press-

ing the manual button top, retest.

• Replace diversion valve.

Pump runs with loud noise

• Low or high Boost

pressure

• Intake blocked

• Air in system

• Adjust Boost pressure

• Check sea strainer for leaks

• Check fresh water flush module for

leaks

• Re-prime system (restart)

• Confirm voltage at Boost Pump,

check wiring connections.

Troubleshooting Spectra Connect Alarms

SYMPTOMS

PROBABLE CAUSE

REMEDY

“Salinity High”

• High product water salinity

• Chlorine damage to mem-

branes

• Defective salinity probe or

cable, cable disconnected

• Check for low feed pressure

• Check for leaks at high pressure

hoses

• Remove and clean probe contacts.

Check calibration

• Check cable connections

• Clean membrane

SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY

“System Stalled”

alarm is caused ty the roto-

flow not reading properly, if

no product flow the system

alarms “System Stalled”

• Pressure relief valve open

• Intake thru-hull closed

• Airlocked system

• No signal from Rotoflow

meter

• Close pressure relief valve

• Check thru-hull

• Purge air

• Check wiring, confirm roto-

flow is spinning, clean or re-

place Rotoflow meter

• Check brine discharge

• Clean membrane

“High Pressure”

• Blocked brine discharge or

product line

• Fouled membrane

“Re-starting”

• No signal from Rotoflow meter

at startup.

• System airlocked

• See remedy above for “system

stalled”

“Service Prefilter”

• Clogged filters

• Loose or defective pres-

sure sensor wires

• Install new filters

• Check sensor wiring

• If the error persists, follow

Prefilter Calibration instruc-

tions.

Troubleshooting Spectra Connect Alarms

“Can’t Connect to Water-

maker from Web Browser”

• Device (phone/tablet/

computer) not connected to

same network

• Router/Switch turned off

• Watermaker turned off

• Connecting to wrong web

address

• Check the wireless network on your

mobile device or computer

• If using a wired connection, confirm

you are connected to the same net-

work.

• Make sure Router/switch has power.

• Restart Router/Switch

• Make sure watermaker is powered on

• Confirm Device IP address matches

address typed into browser

Tank Level not accurate

• Tank Level not calibrated

• Domestic water pump run-

ning

• Water tanks sloshing while

underway, no baffles in

tanks

• Tank sensor failed

• Calibrate tank level according

to calibration instructions

• Stop domestic water pump

and check tank level

• Re-check tank level accuracy

while vessel in in port and sea

state is calm

• Replace sensor

SYMPTOMS

PROBABLE CAUSE

REMEDY

Troubleshooting Spectra Connect

Tank Level shows ‘ ! ‘

• Tank Level sensor disabled

in Settings

• Verify tank level sensor is

installed, and enable the tank

level sensor

Device IP in Support Menu

reads ‘NIL’

• Control board not connect-

ed to router or switch

• Control board not receiving

IP address from router or

switch

• Connect the control board to a

router or switch according to

the Networking instructions

• Cycle power on the water-

maker with the network cable

connected

Power suddenly drops out

and watermaker restarts

• Electrical short, or failed

boost pump

• Electrical short, or failed

solenoid valve

• Electrical short, or failed

pressure sensor

• Electrical short, or failed

speed control

• Electrical short, or failed

salinity probe

• Disconnect boost pump wires

from control board and cycle

power. Check boost pump for

electrical short.

• Replace Boost Pump

• Disconnect solenoid valves

from control board and check

valve for a short.

• Replace valve

• Disconnect speed control and

cycle power. Check speed

control for electrical short.

• Replace Speed Control

• Disconnect salinity probe

wires from control board and

cycle power.

• Replace Salinity Probe

“Low Pressure System

Stopped”

• No incoming Freshwater

Flush flow

• Freshwater Flush Solenoid

Malfunctioning

• Freshwater Flush Solenoid

not receiving voltage

• Incoming pressurized fresh-

water out of spec (20-50psi)

• Air Lock

• Ensure ship's pressurized freshwater

system is powered on & connected to

flush module inlet

• Probe Flush solenoid for proper

voltage (12v on all systems)

• Ensure Flush solenoid is free of rust &

debris

• Check house pump spec. Add pressure

regulator kit if pump is out of spec and

above have been ruled out

• Attempt with pressure relief valve

open

Operation and Repair Bulletins

Many technical bullens are available on the Spectra website, support.katadyngroup.com.

MB-2 MEMBRANE CARE

Membrane life is aected by a large number of factors and is somewhat unpredictable,

however ve or six years of use is typical. The biggest killers of membranes are lack of use,

chlorine damage, and improper storage.

Don’t let membranes sit around with sea water or stale fresh water in them. Biological growth

will occur in the membrane. Here at the factory we frequently get back membranes for

inspecon that reek of hydrogen sulde (roen eggs). This odor is produce by anaerobic

bacteria that live in an unused membrane, feeding on whatever animal or vegetable maer is

trapped in it from the plankton that gets through the system. Membranes badly fouled in this

way can seldom be saved. These bacteria are always present but are inhibited by the oxygen in

sea water while the unit is in frequent use. If you won’t be frequently using your membrane

you can prevent biological growth by Fresh Water Flushes or by Pickling your membrane.

Keeping the prelters clean is also important in prevenng bio-fouling. If your prelters are

allowed to become a breeding ground for bacteria (get smelly), the contaminaon will spread

throughout the system. When we cut open a failed membrane we also nd mildew, another

form of bio fouling, probably due to long term storage with no biocide or stale biocide.

Aer many hours of water making mineral deposits will form and must be dissolved away with

an acid cleaner. Alkaline cleaners are used for bio-fouling.

Chlorine destroys a membrane in minutes. It aacks the material that the membrane is made

from. Always use product water or water ltered through a charcoal lter for ushing and

chemical treatments.

Oil clogs the membrane. We have brought back oil fouled membranes with dish soap (See MB-

5 Cleaning with Detergent.)

For storage we recommend using SC-1 or propylene glycol potable water system anfreeze if

available. Propylene glycol can safely be le in the system for one year and will keep things

from freezing in cold condions. It is hard to nd in warm climates, and takes up a lot of room

on a small boat, so our SC-1 is best for tropical cruising.

Even if given good care a membrane will eventually start to slowly fade away. The feed

pressure may rise and/or the ppm go up.

Poor Product Water Quality

With any product water quality issue, you must ensure accurate calibraon if you are using a

salinity meter. For general quality evaluaon, your taste is always good enough.

Membranes are not an exact science and two idencal systems can have dierent product

quality. World health standards deem water of up to 1000 PPM of total dissolved solids

acceptable for drinking. We consider any thing below 750 PPM acceptable, and anything

below 500 PPM excellent. Factors that could aect water quality are addressed below.

LOW SYSTEM FLOW OR PRESSURE will equate to lower product quality (higher PPM).

DAMAGE TO THE MEMBRANE by chlorine contaminaon. Flushing the system with

chlorinated water will irreparably damage the membrane. Charcoal lters are used to

absorb any chlorine which might be present in ush water. They must be of proper

specicaon to be suitable. There is no test for chlorine damage except the process of

eliminaon of other causes.

DIRTY OR SCALED membranes. A dirty (foreign material), scaled (mineral deposits), or

contaminated (bacterial growth) membrane can result in poor water quality and

abnormal operang pressures. If operang pressures are above normal, then cleaning

is indicated. If the system pressures are within normal operang range, cleaning may

have lile result. Low water quality aer storage with propylene glycol can usually be

remedied by ushing with the pressure relief valve for seral hours or if that is not

eecve a SC-2 cleaning.

MECHANICAL LEAKAGE within the membrane pressure vessel. This is an unlikely but

possible cause of poor water quality. A pinched or damaged O-ring within the pressure

vessel, a scratch on the product tube on the membrane, a scratch within one of the

end caps, or a seal fouled by contaminaon could allow sea water into the product

water.

MB-5 MEMBRANE CLEANING WITH DETERGENT

If the membrane has been fouled with oil it may be possible to save it by cleaning with dish

soap such as Joy. Do not use anything that contains bleach. You will need a lot of chlorine free

fresh water. If using shore water run it through a charcoal lter at a rate of not more than 1.5

gallons (6 liters) per minute.

Use the “Membrane Cleaning Procedure”

Fill a bucket with fresh water and mix in a couple squirts of the detergent. Run the system

unpressurized (with pressure relief valve open) with the watermaker drawing water from the

bucket and discharging overboard. When about half the water is gone from the bucket stop

the unit and let the membrane soak for a few minutes. Restart and pump the remaining

soluon overboard. Repeat unl the discharge appears clean.

Aer most of the oil is cleaned out you can put the brine discharge into the bucket and run the

system with the soapy water circulang as you would for the other cleaning chemicals. Run

the Fresh Water Flush cycle to clean membrane, then ush for twenty minutes using sea

water. Pressurize and test.

BAD SMELLING PRODUCT WATER

The reverse osmosis membrane is permeable by many gases including hydrogen sulde, the

gas that causes roen egg smell. If there are bad odors in the feed water they will go through

the membrane and the product water will be aected. Usually the source of the odor is from

the decay of plankton trapped in the sea strainer and prelters. These ny oxygen loving

creatures soon suocate and die inside the prelter housings when the unit is shut down and

begin to decay. Once this decay starts the only soluon is to rinse the Prelter and let it dry

completely (to kill the bacteria) or just replace it with a new lter. If the system is making

smelly water, it will likely be the prelters that are the source of the problem. In cold climates

this process of decay and take weeks, but in very warm waters this can happen overnight.

These bacteria can spread throughout the watermaker, and begin to grow on the membrane,

causing poor water quality and high feed pressures.

Flushing the system with fresh water aer every use greatly slows this process, allowing the

automated spectra units to operate with less frequent prelter changes, but units operated

for only an hour or so a day will probably need to have the lters changed due to odor before

they are dirty enough to restrict water ow. Aer shung down the unit remove the used

prelters and install a clean set. Leave the housings full of air unl the next use.

If the roen egg smell does not go away aer operang the watermaker for 6 or 8 hours it

may be me to clean the membrane with SC-2. Typically the smell will go away with use, but if

it persists cleaning may be indicated.

The Z-ION was created to eliminate this problem by disinfecng the system during each fresh

water ush, disinfecng the lters and the membrane.

More on this subject is available on our website at www.spectrawatermakers.com.

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System Dimensions

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Part Numbers

SP5 PEARSON PUMP

Farallon 1800 - (20%)

Farallon 2800 - (30%)

PL-NLT-1/2HP

1/2” HIGH PRESSURE TUBE

HD-HWR-VDM1

1” DIA X 1” H VIBRATION DAMPING MNT.

PL-MNF-FINL

FARALLON INLET

MANIFOLD FOR

SPARTAN

PL-HS-3/4PVCCLP

3/4” PVC HOSE CLEAR

LOW PRESSURE

EL-LT-3/4SW

3/4” SPIRAL WRAP

EL-MTR-2HP220AC

2 H.P. MOTOR 220AC 3PH

1750 RPM

PL-CKV-3/4F-FWS

3/4"FPT CHECK VALVE W/1/3# HAST.SPR

PL-SLN-3W220AC

1/2”NPT 3-WAYSOLENOID 9/16” 220AC

PL-HS-1/2HP

"1/2"" PARKER HIGH PRESSURE HOSE"

Part Numbers

EL-TM-1/4PPCP

1/4” CABLE CAP

STUD INSULATOR

EL-TM-1/4PPCPR

1/4” CABLE CAP

STUD (RED)

EL-TM-RJ45CPS

RJ-45 MODULAR

COUPLER STRAIGHT

EL-TM-RJ12COUP

RJ-12 MODULAR

COUPLER PANEL

EL-SC-48JSTSC

"48"" JST 4P

SHIELDED

EL-SC-48JSTMM

48” JST 4P CABLE M-M

EL-SC-3CPCBL

3’ CAT-5 PATCH

CABLE

EL-LT-3/8SW

3/8" SPIRAL WRAP

EL-FN-24V

COOLING FAN 24V

EL-FN-FG

FAN GUARD

EL-MTR-ISOKBVF

SIGNAL ISOLATOR

BOARD KBVF OPEN

FRAME

(Not Pictured)

EL-MTR-1HPSPCKB

1HP MOTOR SPEED

CONTROLLER OPEN FRAME

110/220

EL-MTR-2HPSPCKB

2 HP MOTOR SPEED

CONTROLLER OPEN FRAME

110/230V

EL-RL-35MMDRSP

35MM. DIN RAIL

STOPPER

4x Total

EL-RL-6ASPDT6D

6A SPDT RELAY

6V DIN MOUNT

3x Total

EL-RL-6ASPDT24D

6A SPDT RELAY

24V DIN MOUNT

1x Total

EL-CD-1X11/2G

1" X 1-1/2" WIRING

DUCT GREY 6'

LENGHTS

EL-TM-DR1P8-24

DIN RAIL TERMINAL

1P 8-24AWG

2x Total

EL-TM-DR2P12-26

DIN RAIL TERMINAL

2P 12-26 AWG

13x Total

EL-TM-DR1P12-26

DIN RAIL TERMINAL

1P 12-26AWG

2x Total

EL-TM-DR1P10-26

DIN RAIL TERMINAL

1P 10-26 AWG

6x Total

Part Numbers

PL-SWF-3/8X3/8T

3/8”NPT X 3/8”NPT

TUBE SWIVEL ELBOW

PL-HBE-3/4X3/4

3/4”NPT X 3/4” HOSE

BARB ELL NYLON

PL-HBE-1/2X5/8

1/2”NPT X 5/8” HOSE

BARB ELL NYLON

EL-MPC-SP4

SALINITY PROBE 4TH

GENERATION

EL-SSR-IFM4GPM

INLINE FLOW SENSOR

PL-SWF-1/2X1/2

"1/2""NPT X 1/2"" TUBE SWIVEL

PL-HP-3/8

3/8” HEX PLUG

NYLON

PL-HBA-1/2TX1/2

1/2” TUBE X 1/2” HB

Adaptor

PL-FHB-3/4X3/4E

3/4” FPT X 3/4”

HOSE BARB

ELBOW NYLON

PL-SWF-3/8X1/2T

3/8”NPT X 1/2” TUBE SWIVEL ELBOW

PL-MTS-3/8X3/8J

3/8” NPT X 3/8”

TUBE ST. JG.

EL-SSR-150

PRESSURE

TRANSDUCER

(150 PSI)

PL-MTE-3/4X5/8P

3/4”NPT X 5/8”TUBE FITTING

ELL NYL

PL-SWF-3/8X1/2T

3/8”NPT X 1/2” TUBE SWIVEL ELBOW

Part Numbers

PL-SLN-1/4O12SP

1/4” 1-WAY SOLINOID VALVE

HOSE

Part Numbers

FM-NPC-SCDC

NEWPORT-400/700/1000 SP CONNECT

DISPLAY

EL-SWT-TSBHC

TOGGLE SWITCH BOOT SEAL

EL-SWT-TG-DPDT

TOGGLE SWITCH DP/DT

EL-BRK-BRKB2P

BREAKER BOOT PANEL

MOUNTED 2 POLES

EL-BRK-15ADP

15A AC BREAKER

DOUBLE POLE

(For 220VAC Farallons)

EL-BRK-30ADP

AC/DC BREAKER DP

TOGGLE 30A

(For 110VAC Farallons)

PL-MFS-11/16S12

1-1/16”S X 1/2” 37DEG FITT ST. SS

FT-PV-EC4IN

SPECTRA 4” PRESSURE VESSEL END CAP

FT-PV-ER4IN

SPECTRA PRESSURE VESSEL END RING 4”

PL-FFS-1/2HBSS

1/2" FP SWIVEL 37 FLARE 1/2"H SS

PL-HS-1/2HP

"1/2"" PARKER HIGH PRESSURE HOSE"

Part Numbers

PL-MTS-11/16S12

M/C 1-1/16”S X 1/2” TUBE ST

PL-SWF-1/2X1/2

1/2”NPT X1/2” TUBE SWIVEL FITT ELL

PL-NLT-1/2LP

1/2" LOW PRESSURE TUBE

PL-TB-UTC4V

U-TUBE FOR 4" PRESS. VESSEL.

Part Numbers

PL-HBS-3/4X5/8

3/4"NPT X 5/8" HOSE BARB ST.

NYLON

FT-FTH-10BC3P1

10” 3-PC BIG CLEAR FILTER HOUSING 1

FT-FTC-CCBB

10" CHARCOAL FILTER BB CARTRIDGE

PL-VLV-3/4PVC

3/4”NPT X 3/4”FPT 1-WAY

PVC VALVE

FT-FHB-20BB3PCS

3-PC BIG BLUE FILTER HOUS. BRACKET

PL-BSH-1X3/4N

1” X 3/4” HEX BUSHING REDUCER

NYLON

PL-FTS-1/2X3/8P

1/2” FPT X 3/8” TUBE

STRAIGHT

PL-FRG-1/2MF1.5

1/2” NPT-FPT

FLOW REG 1.5G

20-80PSI

PL-NP-3/4X1/2N

3/4” NPT X 1/2” NPT

CLOSE NIPPLE NYLON

Part Numbers

PL-MFF-3/4X3/4

3/4”MPT X 3/4” FPT ELBO

NYLON

FT-FTH-10BC3P1

10” 3-PC BIG CLEAR FILTER HOUSING 1

FT-FHB-20BB3PCS

3-PC BIG BLUE FILTER HOUS. BRACKET

PL-HBE-1X3/4

"1""NPT X 3/4"" HOSE BARB ELBOW NYLON"

FT-FTC-20BB

20 MICRON BIG BLUE FILTER

CARTRIDGE

FT-FTC-5BB

5 MICRON BIG BLUE FILTER

CARTRIDGE

PL-NP-1N

1”NPT HEX CLOSE NIPPLE NYLON

Part Numbers

EL-FP-BP8GPM220

8 GPM 220/60 BOOSTER PUMP

PL-FHB-3/4X3/4

3/4” FPT X 3/4” HOSE BARB

ST. NYLON

PL-CLP-10SS

#10 HOSE CLAMP

Part Numbers

PL-MFF-3/4X3/4

3/4”MPT X 3/4”FPT ELL

FITT. NYLON

Pl-VLV-3W3/4

3/4” 3-WAY VALVE

PLGHF-GC

GARDEN HOSE CAP

PL-GHF-3/4NP

3/4”NPT X 3/4 GHT NIPPLE

PL-HBE-3/4X3/4

3/4”NPT X 3/4” HOSE

BARB ELL

Part Numbers

Farallon 1800/2800

Part Numbers

Sea Strainer Assembly

PL-NP-3/4N

"3/4"" NPT CLOSE NIPPLE NYLON"

PL-CKV-3/4F-FW

"3/4""FPT CHECK VALVE W/1/3#

HAST.SPR"

FT-FHB-10HD

HIGH PRESS. HOUSING BRACKET

DUPLEX

PL-HBS-1X3/4N

"1"" NPT X 3/4""

HOSE BARB ST

NYLON

FT-STN-6

“6” STRAINER (LARGE)”

PL-BSH-1X3/4N

"1"" X 3/4"" HEX BUSHING RE-

DUCER NYLON"

PL-HBS-1X3/4N

"1"" NPT X 3/4""

HOSE BARB ST

NYLON

PL-MFF-3/4X3/4

3/4”MPT X 3/4”FPT ELL

FITT. NYLON

Pl-VLV-3W3/4

3/4” 3-WAY VALVE

PLGHF-GC

GARDEN HOSE CAP

PL-GHF-3/4NP

3/4”NPT X 3/4 GHT NIPPLE

PL-HBE-3/4X5/8

3/4"NPT X 5/8" HOSE

BARB ELL NYLON

Part Numbers

Farallon 1800C / 2800C Wiring Schematic

Farallon 1800C / 2800C Wiring Schematic Cont.

Farallon Electrical Specifications

Farallon 2800C 220V:

Power Supply Voltage: 220 V

Bench Test: 209 V / 12.7 A

Power Consumption: 1553 W

Efficiency: 13 Wh/gal

Farallon 1800C 220V:

Power Supply Voltage: 220 V

Bench Test: 208 V / 10 A

Power Consumption: 1193 W

Efficiency: 16 Wh/gal

Farallon 1800C 110V:

Power Supply Voltage: 110 V

Bench Test: 120 V / 17.4 A

Power Consumption: 730W

Efficiency: 10 Wh/gal

Oponal Z-Ion Protecon System

The Z-Ion, developed by Spectra, protects the enre system from fouling for extended periods

without fresh water ushing or storage chemicals (pickling).

The Z-Ion achieves this end by introducing a stream of metallic ions into the fresh water ush

water, thus ooding the enre system with ions that prevent biological growth for up to thirty

days. If you are going to let your system sit idle for longer than thirty days, you will sll need to

treat it with SC-1 storage chemical or propylene glycol.

The Z-Ion will not prevent freezing, so in freezing climates pickling with propylene glycol is sll

required. Even with the Z-Ion there may sll be cases when you need to pickle your system

with SC-1 storage chemical or propylene glycol, so we recommend you carry one of these

products at all mes.

If your system was ordered with the Z-Ion, it will require only some basic wiring and

commissioning, laid out in the following pages.

If you didn't order you system with the Z-Ion, it can be retroed to any Spectra system.

NOTE: Contact Spectra for more informaon at: techsupport@spectrawatermakers.com

3/8” Tube

From

Freshwater

Tank

Farallon

Watermaker

No Charcoal Filter

The Z-Ion should be energized at all mes, but will only consume power when operang. Upon

inial power-up the LED will ash red/green and then will turn solid green.

Follow the instrucons for Normal Operaon and Fresh Water Flush. For treatment with the

Z-Ion, the process is idencal, only the Z-Ion will release silver and copper ions into the ush

water when you turn on the generator with the on/o switch. Turn on the ion generator at the

same me that you open the ush valve.

The operaon cycle begins and the LED will ash green/amber. The cycle will connue unl you

turn o the ion generator or the adjustable mer mes out (factory set for 15 minutes).

Turn o the ion generator at same me that you close the ush valve. If you forget to turn o

the ion generator, the Z-Ion will me out aer 15 minutes, so no harm will be done to the unit.

If the voltage is out of range, below 10V or above 56V, the LED will ash red every two seconds

and the unit will shut down.

Each fresh water ush with the Z-Ion will protect your watermaker for up to 30 days, aer

which the process must be repeated.

Aer 720 cycles the service light on the front of the control box will light up, indicang that the

probes on your Z-Ion may be wearing down, and should be tested. The service light is just a

reminder, and the Z-Ion will go on funconing while it is lit.

DANGER: To reset the service counter, touch two magnets, at the same me, to the two red

reed switches on the Z-Ion circuit board, labeled Switch 1 and Switch 2 below.

Z-Ion Operation

Switch 1

Switch 2

Pin 1

Figure 1

Pin 7

Z-Ion Operaon – LED Status Lights & Pinout Info

• Power-up indicaon – Fast red/green ash for a few seconds

• Ready/Idle – Solid green

• Generang (during a ush) – The LED will quickly ash at a pro-

grammed interval (factory set to 17 seconds between ashes) The

ash color with alternate between green and amber and will be o

in between voltage spikes. The color change symbolizes the polarity

alternang from posive to negave.

• Bad power – Fast red ash followed by shut down

• High temperature – Fast red ash

• Service/Cycle Counter Limit - Slow red ash

There are 7 pins on the phoenix connector from le to right in Figure 1.

Pin 1 Supply Voltage-

Baery ( + )

Pin 2 Ground

Pin 3 Trigger

Pin 4 Auxiliary Output 1

Pin 5 Auxiliary Output 2

Pin 6 To Zion generator (bowl). No polarity.

Pin 7 To Zion generator (bowl). No polarity.

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SPECTRA WATERMAKERS LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES TO THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF THE WATERMAKER AND IS NOT TRANSFERRABLE

For warranty information regarding products sold within the European Union please contact eu-

rope@spectrawatermakers.com.

This limited product warranty is provided by Katadyn Desalination LLC, a Business Unit of the Katadyn

Group. (“Manufacturer” of “We” or “Our”) to the original, consumer owner of the product (“You” or

“Your”) with which this limited product warranty is provided (the “Product.”)

The Manufacturer warrants to You that the product will be free from defects in material and workmanship

under normal use and regular service and maintenance, subject to the exclusions described below, for a period

of year (the “Warranty Period”) after date of installation, or 15 months after the shipment date, whichever

comes first. This warranty will be extended for an additional 12-month period when the product is installed

and commissioned by a Katadyn Desalination Authorized Installer. A Spectra Watermakers Commissioning

Report must also be returned and approved by the factory. The Spectra Clark Pump has a Limited Lifetime

Warranty on Marine systems to the original consumer owner of the product, not inclusive of repair or re-

placement parts due to wear over time. If the Spectra Clark Pump is used in a Landbased application, the prod-

uct warranty is provided for a period of year (the “Warranty Period”) after date of purchase (if purchaser is

installing system) or date of commissioning (if Spectra dealer is installing system).

You will be required to show written documentation supporting the date of purchase or date of commission-

ing. If you are unable to provide documentation supporting the date of purchase or commissioning, the war-

ranty period shall be based on the product’s date code and will be determined by the Manufacturer’s sole

and absolute discretion.

WHAT IS COVERED

Katadyn Desalination LLC. warrants, for the period defined above, that the Product will be free from defects

in materials and/or workmanship and will conform to Manufacturers published specifications if installed

and maintained in accordance with the Manufacturers Instructions.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

The Warranty does not include service, repair, or replacement to correct damage caused by improper installa-

tion, maintenance, improper connection with water systems, external electrical fault, accident, alteration, mis-

use, abuse, neglect, negligence, (other than Manufacturer’s), acts of God, failure to install or maintain the

SOLE WARRANTY

THE PRODUCTS AND ARE IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDE

ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW OR

PRODUCTS ARE SPE-

CIFICALLY DESIGNED AND/OR MANUFACTURED BYMANUFACTURER FOR YOUR USE OR PUR-

POSE.

WHAT WE WILL DO TO CORRECT PROBLEMS

If You return the defective product during the warranty period and in accordance with the instructions

contained herein, shipping prepaid, the Manufacturer shall, at its option and as Your exclusive reme-

dy, repair, correct or replace the product at no charge if the product is found by the Manufacturer to

be a valid warranty claim, in Manufacturer’s sole discretion. Replacement product may be refur-

bished and/or different models but will be functionally equivalent to the product or hardware being

replaced. Product repaired or replaced during the warranty period shall be covered by the foregoing

warranty for the remainder of the original warranty period or ninety (90) days from the date of ship-

ment or purchase, whichever is longer. Contact your Dealer or the Manufacturer’s Customer Service

at 415-526-2780 to obtain a returns materials authorization (RMA #).

HOW TO MAKE A WARRANTY CLAIM

If You discover any warranty related issues after 30 days, or You have questions concerning Your

product or how to determine when service is needed, please contact your local dealer or contact the

Manufacturer’s Technical Support at 415-526-2780 or email the Manufacturer at techsup-

port@spectrawatermakers.com. The following information must be provided as part of Your warranty

claim: your name, address, phone number, Your products’ model number, Your product’s 4-digit serial

number, and if necessary, upon request, written confirmation of the date shown on Your purchase re-

ceipt and the purchase price paid for the product. All products being returned to the Manufacturer must

have a return material authorization (RMA) number to be processed. Any item returned to the Manu-

facturer without an RMA number will not be accepted by the Manufacturer Contact your Dealer or

Customer Service to obtain an RMA number. Once we have received Your returned product, we will

determine, in our sole and absolute discretion, whether Your claim is covered by, or excluded from,

this limited warranty. Repairs or modifications made to the product by other than the Manufacturer will

nullify this limited warranty. Coverage under this limited warranty is conditioned at all times

upon the original purchaser’s compliance with these required notification and repair procedures.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT, SHALL

MANUFACTURER OR ITS AUTHORIZED SERVICE REPRESENTATIVES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCI-

DENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING ANY ECONOMIC

LOSS, WHETHER RESULTING FROMNONPERFORMANCE, USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE

THE PRODUCT OR THE MANUFACTURER'S OR ITS AUTHORIZED SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE’S

NEGLIGENCE. THE MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES CAUSED BY DELAY

IN PERFORMANCE AND, IN NO EVENT, REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE CLAIM OR CAUSE OF

ACTION (WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, INFRINGEMENT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY,

OTHER TORT OR OTHERWISE), SHALL MANUFACTURER’S LIABILITY TO YOU EXCEED THE

PRICE PAID BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER FOR THE MANUFACTURER’S PRODUCT.

The term “consequential” damages shall include, but not be limited to, loss of anticipated profits, busi-

ness interruption, loss of use or revenue, the cost of capital or loss or damage to property or equipment.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the

above limitation may not apply to you. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may

also have may other rights which vary from State to State.

Spectra Product Registration Form

Registration (To be completed by owner)

Boat model or type (i.e. Leopard 44, Beneteau 55' powerboat, catamaran, powercat, 42’ sailboat…)

______________________________________________________________________________

What type of boating will you be doing and what will the watermaker primarily be used for:

______________________________________________________________________________

Submission for Approval:

Please submit this document along with the Installation and Commissioning Reports to Spectra

Watermakers for approval. Submissions can be scanned and emailed or mailed directly to the

factory. Spectra Watermakers Technical Support will email the original owner and the authorized

distributor with the status of submission.

Email: TechSuppo[email protected]

Phone: +1(415) 526-2780

Address: Katadyn Desalination

Technical Department

2220 S. McDowell Blvd Ext

Petaluma, CA 94954

USA

Please keep a copy of these reports for your records.

Any commissioning/install report (and additional 12 month warranty) may be rejected at the

sole discretion of Spectra Watermakers if the system is not installed correctly.

System Details:

Model ________________________ Date of install: ______________________________

4-digit S/N___________ Clark Pump S/N: _____________ Voltage_______

Dealer/distributor:____________________ Boat Location:___________ max speed:______

Original Owner Details:

Name:_________________________________ Phone Number:________________________

Email Address:________________________________________________________________

Address (Optional):____________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________

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Spectra Watermakers Installation Report

(To be completed by authorized installer)

INLET

□ Inlet Seacock is below waterline

□ Inlet Seacock is dedicated

□ Inlet Seacock is shared

□ Inlet Thru-Hull forward facing scoop

□ Has strainer

□ Has diving snorkel

□ Has sea chest

□ Other

Thru Hull Size: ____________IN/CM

Approximate location on vessel and notes:_____________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________

SEA STRAINER/BOOST PUMP MODULE

□ Module is below waterline

□ Clearance for filter sea strainer servicing

Notes:__________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________

FEED PUMP MODULE

□ Feed pump module is mounted upright

□ Clearance for filter cartridge changes

□ Intake hoses are free of kinks

Distance from waterline: ________FT/M above/below the waterline

Hose length from boost pump module: _____FT/M

HIGH PRESSURE MODULE and BRINE DISCHARGE

□ Pressure relief valve is accessible

□ Brine discharge has no obstructions and vents to atmosphere

Notes:___________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

PRODUCT WATER TUBING

□ Product water flows into top of freshwater tank

□ Freshwater tank is vented

Notes:____________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________

The following checklist is designed to confirm that the watermaker installation meets Spectra

standards. Fill out the checklist as completely as possible. Check any boxes that apply and

note any concerns. Please document any discrepancies or concerns with photos.

INSTALLATION SIGN OFF

Technician’s Name: __________________________________________ Date: ________

Technician’s Signature: __________________________________________________________

Distributor/Dealer_______________________________________________________________

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Spectra Watermakers Commissioning Report – Page 1

(To be completed by authorized installer)

Fill out the below checks as completely as possible. Check any boxes that apply and note any concerns.

PURGE

□ Storage Chemicals have been purged with PRV open

Length of purge: _______Minutes

□ Diversion Valve is up, in reject position

□ Filter condition has been calibrated

□ “Run Manual” switch engages full speed

□ “Service” switch engages flush speed

RUN HIGH MODE CHECKS

Product Flow: _____________ GPH/LPH

Confirmed Product Flow Rate ___________GPH/LPH

□ Technician Flow meter. Brand________________

□ Hand Measurement _______Gal/Liters in _____SEC/MIN

Product Quality: __________ PPM

□ Confirmed product quality with handheld TDS meter

Feed Pressure: __________ PSI/BAR

Boost Pressure (with clean prefilters): ________PSI/BAR

Brine Flow Rate: _______________ GPM/LPM

Measurement taken with:

□ Technician Flow meter. Brand_________________

□ Hand Measurement: _______Gal/Liters in _____SEC/MIN

□ Boost Pump runs

□ Output and motor speed decrease when low mode is engaged

Notes:__________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________

FRESHWATER FLUSH

□ Freshwater Flush solenoid valve opens

□ Feed Pump is not cavitating when system flushes with seacock closed

Ship's pressurized freshwater pump flow & pressure rating ________ GPM/LPM ________ PSI/BAR

When seacock is open, what is the ppm of brine discharge at the end of the flush_______

Flush duration is ________Minutes

□ Needed to change flush time

□ Needed to change speed of feed pump during flush

Notes:__________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________

*If the system does not have a dedicated forward-facing scoop type thru-hull or will be on a vessel that

moves faster than 15 knots the system needs to complete the following sea trial checks. Spectra

Watermakers reserves the right to require a sea trial from any customer before approving a

commissioning report.

SEA TRIAL

□ Watermaker will flush while underway

□ Watermaker will start while underway

While the vessel is underway moving _______KNOTS/MPH/KPH the watermaker is producing

_______ GPH/LPH at ______PPM

The following checklist is designed to confirm that the watermaker installation meets Spectra

standards and that the system is performing at specification.

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Spectra Watermakers Commissioning Report – Page 2

OWNER EDUCATION

Owner has been trained on the following:

Know locations of

□ Seacock/Thru-hull

□ Sea strainer module

□ Prefilter (and/or) Feed Pump Module

□ Freshwater Flush Module

□ High Pressure Module

□ Clark Pump Pressure Relief valve

□ Product water inlet to Freshwater Tank

□ Brine Discharge location

□ Service hoses and storage chemicals

□ User Manual

□ How to power the watermaker off and on at the main breaker.

□ How to run the watermaker.

□ How to freshwater flush and the importance of freshwater flushing.

□ Knows when the ships domestic freshwater pump is on.

□ Knows which prefilter cartridges to use and how to change them.

□ Knows how to service the sea strainer module.

□ Knows where the carbon block filter is and is familiar with (6 months) service frequency.

□ Knows how to run the system via “RUN MANUAL.” Including knowing how to bypass the diversion valve and

sample the product water before it enters the tank.

□ Understands the risks of running the system in run manual.

□ Have visually seen the overboard brine discharge (Should know when the system is pumping water).

□ Know where freshwater enters the tank, would be able to manually sample/taste water if necessary.

□ Understand when the Clark Pump is under pressure and cycling.

□ Has felt the boost pump when the system is on and when the system is off.

□ Understand the relationship between the boost pump and filter condition as well as feed pump health. Note the

filter condition change when boost pump cable is disconnected.

□ Be able to identify feed pump cavitation (this is the sound the feed pump makes when the system is running,

and the seacock is closed momentarily.)

□ Have seen how the service hoses and bucket are used to circulate seawater or freshwater through the system.

□ Have heard the difference speeds of the vane pump (the difference between Run Hi and Service speed.)

Notes:_____________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________

COMMISSIONING REPORT SIGN OFF

Technician’s Name: ____________________________________________________________

Technician’s Signature: _________________________________________________________

Owner’s Name________________________________________________________________

Owner’s Signature_____________________________________________________________

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