Waterite VECTAMAXX RSR, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...E PURPOSES AND TECHNICAL GUIDANCE IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT QUALIFIED DEALER SERVICE PERSONNEL BE CONTACTED IN THE EVENT OF AN UNKNOWN INTERRUPTION OF SERVICE OR APPARENT PRODUCT MALFUNCTION AN ANNUAL PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE INSPECTION BY A WATER PROFESSIONAL IS RECOMMENDED TO ENSURE TROUBLE FREE AND CONTINUOUS OPERATION www waterite com Waterite Inc Winnipeg MB Canada R8 ...

Page 2: ...hrough and collect in the tube while all other mineral and contaminant molecules are rejected and washed from the surface of the membrane to the drain Q What processes does the VectaMaxx RSR RO system use VectaMaxx RSR systems use two stages of treatment to produce high purity product water The feed water first flows through a 5 micron polypropylene filter used to reduce suspended particles The se...

Page 3: ...output of your RO system or its product water storage See your dealer for advice and parts Q What factors affect the quantity and the quality of the water produced 1 Pressure The greater the RO system pressure the greater the water quantity that will be produced by the membrane Your VectaMaxx RSR unit has been equipped with ultra low energy membrane s that are designed to operate at a minimum syst...

Page 4: ... significantly soft water sources may allow a membrane life of up to 8 years See Section 5 Q When should the membrane s be cleaned or changed If you notice gradually decreasing production from your system differing taste to your drinking water or water analyses indicate a rising TDS it probably means that your membrane s are deteriorating and is losing effectiveness You may purchase a pocket or fu...

Page 5: ...ree barks leaving a brown colour ranging from a pale yellow to dark amber Feed water tannins must be pre treated to levels 5 mg l to avoid membrane fouling This is usually achieved through the use of organic scavenging ion exchange resin polystyrene or polyacrylic regenerated with salt Chlorine Feed water should be free of chlorine 1 ppm as TFC membranes are easily damaged by chronic chlorine expo...

Page 6: ...ossflow filtration system separates an influent stream into two effluent streams the permeate and the concentrate The permeate is the portion of the fluid that has passed through the semi permeable membrane The concentrate stream on the other hand contains constituents that have been rejected by the membrane An inherent advantage of crossflow filtration is its ability to continuously operate in a ...

Page 7: ...ilter Fusion CF series pH 5 5 9 5 Internal corrosion Lime scaling in equipment Plumbing damage Replace water source Adjust pH Call your dealer Organic or Microbiological Activity 0 Reduced production rate Fouling of membrane surface Sliming of pre treatment equipment odour UV Disinfection followed by 1 micron filtration Well chlorination Excelight UV Excelpure WellPro Manganese 05 ppm Reduced prod...

Page 8: ... breaker for your installation Other motor voltages are available as a factory option Consult with your dealer for availability and pricing ALWAYS ALLOW A NEW SOFTENER INSTALLED TO PRE TREAT AN RO SYSTEM TO START ON THE BACKWASH REGENERATION RINSE CYCLE OPERATE THE SOFTENER OFF LINE UNTIL WATER RUNS CLEAR BEFORE USING IT TO PROVIDE RO FEED WATER THIS PROCEDURE ALSO APPLIES TO NEW RESIN BED INSTALL...

Page 9: ...d connected to a floor drain to protect from a failed level switch If the inlet bulkhead fitting to the non pressurized tank is below the maximum water level in the tank make sure that a check valve is installed in the product water line between the RO unit s outlet and the tank inlet This will ensure that backpressure from the tank will not damage the membrane s To eliminate this problem install ...

Page 10: ...ed in transit Completing and securing a push on connection is simple First the tubing should be cut square and any burrs or rough edges removed Insert the tube firmly and push until the tube end contacts the stop Gently tug the tube backwards to assure a secure connection To disconnect pull the tube while pushing in the collet ring Fittings may be reconnected over and over again if necessary See f...

Page 11: ...nd settings will produce between 763 to 3456 USG 2880 to 12960 liters per day of wastewater and will waterlog septic beds The amount of waste produced by your system is determined by a fixed drain line flow control DLFC that has been factory installed Do not attempt to restrict or alter the rate of waste low as this will cause premature membrane failure or loss of permeate production 3 4 Installin...

Page 12: ...ed with the brine seal facing in the same direction as was previously See direction of flow label on each membrane housing 3 5 Complete the Electrical Connection 1 VectaMaxx RSR systems operate using a 120V 20A service and a grounded receptacle Assure that the power source is rated to the necessary amperage see page 8 and that the connection meets the local electrical code See the electrical diagr...

Page 13: ...Pretreat lockout switch Normally Open Pretreat lockout active with switch closure NOTE All switch inputs are dry contacts Voltage applied to the switch inputs will damage the controller Controller Power 120 240 VAC 60 50Hz Range 96 264 VAC The switching power supply automatically adjusts to supply voltage Voltage applied to the input is the same voltage the motor and valves will operate on Relay O...

Page 14: ... DIP Switch Settings RO Program Settings Switch 1 Switch 2 Program ON OFF 1 OFF OFF 2 Standby ON Switch Capacitive touch switch Tank Full LED turns Red to confirm button contact To use switch to switch states hold for 1 2 seconds ...

Page 15: ...60 60 Flush Behavior No Flush High Pressure Startup Flush Minutes from last flush Minutes 0 0 Startup Flush Duration Seconds 0 0 Periodic Flush Interval Minutes 0 60 Periodic Flush Duration Seconds 0 60 Shutdown Flush Time from last flush Minutes 0 10 Shutdown Flush Minimum operation Minutes 0 30 Shutdown Flush Duration Seconds 0 60 Timed Manual Run Minutes 5 5 Timed Manual Flush Minutes 0 5 4 2 S...

Page 16: ...pressure gauge registers 130 psi 9 1 bar DO NOT ALLOW THE SYSTEM TO OPERATE IN EXCESS OF 150 PSI AS MEMBRANE AND SYSTEM DAMAGE MAY RESULT You may wish to lock the valve in the proper position by removing the handle to discourage tampering Your system is now set up to operate at its design settings 6 0 A Note on Recovery Rates Your VectaMaxx RSR is designed to operate at a recovery rate percentage ...

Page 17: ...ent cartridge allow necessary flow and that suspended particulate is removed from the feed water To change the cartridge turn off the system s power and as a safety precaution close the water supply to the unit Repeat Step 7 1 from the installation instructions above Thoroughly flush and clean the filter housings while they are disassembled Always use Waterite factory cartridges as replacements Mo...

Page 18: ...and sterile plastic sleeve It is a good idea to always keep an extra membrane on hand to avoid system downtime when replacement is necessary Never allow a membrane to dry out if wet variety or freeze while in storage A Word on your Warranty Keep your bill of sale and your warranty certificate included in this kit This is needed to claim any parts or repair service during the warranty period Read t...

Page 19: ...sconnect fitting and reseat tube Filter housing leaking Tighten with housing wrench Inspect o rings for cuts or crimps Low System Pressure Clogged pre filter or fouled pre treatment Replace pre filter cartridges Low feed water pressure Check feed water source for restrictions Inlet solenoid closed Check solenoid circuit replace if necessary Drive pump malfunctioning Call dealer Malfunctioning pres...

Page 20: ...ng End Cap O ring N70342 Pre Filter Housing O ring RKE0013HLB Black Max 4021 Membrane TFC XLP BME4021SL Black Max 4040 Membrane TFC XLP BME4040SXL Orifice Plate Flow Control 0 37 gpm RSR 1200 5865041 Orifice Plate Flow Control 0 5 gpm RSR 2400 5865051 Section 8 Feed Water Flow Requirements RSR1200 3 2 USGPM minimum includes 20 safety factor RSR2400 6 4 USGPM minimum on 1000 TDS feed water Feed wat...

Page 21: ...20 Section 9 VectaMaxx RSR Performance Log Date Line System Permeate FeedWater Pre Filter Fast Permeate Waste Pressure Pressure TDS TDS Change Flush Flow Meter Flow Meter ...

Page 22: ...21 Date Line System Permeate Feed Water Pre Filter Fast Permeate Waste Pressure Pressure TDS TDS Change Flush Flow Meter Flow Meter ...

Page 23: ...22 VECTAMAXX RSR Electrical Wiring Schematic 120VAC 60Hz All Models 15A 230VAC 60Hz All Models 8A ...

Page 24: ...tact Installation Date Ph Serial Dealer Model CATIONS ANIONS Barium Bromide Calcium Chloride Iron Fluoride Potassium Bicarbonate Magnesium Sulphate Manganese Nitrate Sodium Phosphate Ammonium Silica Strontium OTHER Total Alkalinity Turbidity Total Dissolved Solids pH Temperature Total Hardness Silt Density Index SDI Comments Please fax copy to 204 783 1599 ...

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