AmeriWater 00HC-2005 User guide

HEALTH CARE

SILEX

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL

SERIES 00HC-2005

Manufactured With Pride

In The USA

www.ameriwater.com • 800-535-5585

AmeriWater • 3345 Stop 8 Rd. • Dayton, OH 45414

30APR12 Part Number : 98-0151

Rev. A

TABLE OF CONTENTS

YOUR SILEX SYSTEM ...................................................................... 1

HOW DOES THE SILEX DEIONIZER WORK? .................................... 1

HOW DOES THE REGENERATION WORK? ....................................... 1

ABOUT THE RESIN PACK ........................................................................ 1

SILEX FEATURES ................................................................................ 2

INSTALLATION IN 10 EASY STEPS ...................................... 3

RESIN PACK & FILTER EXCHANGE ..................................... 7

RESIN PACK EXCHANGE ........................................................................ 7

RESIN PACK REGENERATION ................................................. 8

SERVICING YOUR SILEX SYSTEM ....................................... 9

DISINFECTION ............................................................................................. 9

STANDARD REPLACEMENT PARTS ................................. 10

WARRANTY POLICY ........................................................................ 11

YOUR SILEX SYSTEM

HOW DOES THE SILEX DEIONIZER WORK?

Silex is a simple, maintenance-free system. Works with the healthcare
laboratory storage tank, when the resistivity monitor signals that the product
water quality has dropped below the desired quality set point, simply exchange
the resin packs and send them to AmeriWater for regeneration.

HOW DOES THE REGENERATION WORK?

The AmeriWater regeneration center maintains a stock of freshly regenerated
resin packs used in the Silex Deionizer. When resin packs are exhausted,
replace the packs in the Silex system with “stand-by” resin packs and return the
exhausted packs, along with a regeneration certificate to AmeriWater.
AmeriWater will ship a replacement resin pack within a day or two. It’s as simple
as that!

ABOUT THE RESIN PACK

The resin has a shelf life of approximately one year. The resin pack consists of
resin contained in a polypropylene bag that never has to be opened. Resin
packs are shipped in plastic sleeves to prevent the exchangers from drying out.

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SILEX FEATURES

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INSTALLATION IN 9 EASY STEPS

1. Locate the Silex system on a firm, level foundation.

2. It is recommended, but not required, to locate the system near a standard
floor drain or sump.

3. Using supplied tape, tape and install both poly adapters, one adapter
threads into the union on the outlet of the pump on the laboratory storage
tank, while the other threads into the tee on the inlet of the UV light
housing on the laboratory storage tank.

4. Connect the inlet supply hose to the hose barb fitting on the left side
(labeled inlet) of the system (while facing the label). Use the hose clamps
provided with the system to secure the hose to the hose barb fitting. Once
hose is connected to Silex, connect opposite end to threaded union on
outlet of the pump on laboratory storage tank.

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SILEX HOSE KIT

NOTE: 16 feet of hose has been provided with the Silex system. Cut the

hose to the desired lengths for the inlet hose and outlet hose and
install the provided fittings as needed (See drawing below).

5. Connect the outlet hose to the hose barb fitting on the right side (labeled
outlet) of the system (while facing the label). Use the hose clamps
provided with the system to secure the hose to the hose barb fitting. Once
hose is connected to Silex, connect opposite end to tee on the bottom of
UV lamp on laboratory storage tank.

6. The Silex Deionizer is designed to operate at pressures up to 50 PSI
(Pounds per Square Inch). The maximum flow for each deionizer is 3
GPM (Gallons Per Minute).

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7. Install the resin pack(s):

a. Remove the cover plates by

unscrewing the four black
knobs on each plate. To
break the seal between the
cover plates and the upper
plates, use a slotted screw
driver in the pry notch located
in the top of each upper plate.
Open the drain valve at the
bottom of each column.

b. Remove the resin pack from

the shipping box and open the
tied end of the plastic sleeve.
DO NOT remove the resin
pack from the plastic sleeve at
this time.

c. Stretch the resin pack

over your arm to
elongate the pack, and
feed it into the Silex
column allowing the pack
to slide out of the plastic
sleeve.

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d. Replace the cover plate and

tighten the black knobs. Be sure
to tighten the knobs evenly by
screwing in the knobs in opposite
corners simultaneously. Repeat
for the other two corners.

e. Close the drain valve at the

bottom of the column.

f. Repeat steps a. through e. for each of the columns.

8. Open the air vents located on the top of the
cover plates and turn on the water supply.
Tighten the air vents closed when water begins
to escape through the vents.

9. Allow several gallons of water to run through the
Silex system. Continue running water through
the system until the water quality light changes
from red to green. The green light indicates that
the Silex is producing deionized water.

AIR VENT

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RESIN PACK EXCHANGE

RESIN PACK EXCHANGE

1. Turn the ON/OFF switch on the control box to OFF. Turn off the water
supply to the Silex system.

2. Open the air vents located in the center of the cover plates.

3. Place a container under the Drain Valves located on the bottom plates of
the system. Open the valves and allow the water to drain into the
container. The container may be emptied at a drain.

4. Remove the cover plates by unscrewing the black knobs located at each
corner of the cover plates.

5. Pull the exhausted resin pack part of the way out of the column and lay it
over the top of the system.

NOTE: If the Drain Valve located on the bottom plate is not open, a vacuum will

be created making it difficult to remove the resin pack.

6. Slowly pull the exhausted pack over the side of the column while sliding it
out of the column and into the plastic sleeve that it was shipped in.

7. Remove the new resin pack from the shipping box and open the tied end
of the plastic sleeve. Stretch the resin pack over your arm to elongate the
pack. Feed the pack into the column allowing it to slide out of the plastic
sleeve. Save the plastic sleeve for the return shipment of the resin pack
at the next exchange.

8. Carefully wipe the O-rings and the grooves on the top plate and cover
plate to remove any debris from the surfaces that must seal together.

9. Replace the cover plates and tighten the knobs. To ensure proper
tightening and a good seal, tighten the knobs in opposite corners
simultaneously. Repeat for the other two corners.

10. Turn on the water supply to the Silex system and remove trapped air by
loosening the air vents located in the center of the cover plates. Tighten
the air vents when water begins to escape through the vent. This ensures
that all of the air has been removed from the system and maximizes the
life and efficiency of the resin packs.

11. Allow water to run through the system for 1 to 2 minutes prior to placing
the Silex system in service.

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RESIN PACK REGENERATION

Certificates Make Exchanging Packs a Breeze!

Regeneration certificates are used to simplify the exchange of your exhausted
Silex system packs. Certificates need to be purchased and kept on hand prior to
resin pack regeneration replacement. Simply follow these steps:

1. Fill out a regeneration certificate by printing your name, phone number,
company and address.

2. When you send each pack to AmeriWater, enclose the regeneration
certificate in the box. AmeriWater will ship you a freshly regenerated resin
pack.

3. To order more certificates, contact the company that originally sold you
the deionizer. Be sure to keep regeneration certificates on hand to ensure
uninterrupted service.

4. It is recommended to send the exhausted resin to AmeriWater
immediately after exchange. This will allow time for shipment and will
maintain your uninterrupted supply of deionized water.

Fill out and enclose in box for return shipment

• NO Paperwork

• NO Phone Calls

• NO Purchase Orders

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SERVICING YOUR SILEX SYSTEM

DISINFECTION

It is recommended that the Silex system be disinfected periodically to assure
continuous high-quality product water. To efficiently and quickly disinfect the
system, follow these easy steps:

1. Turn the ON/OFF switch on the control box to OFF. Turn off the water
supply to the Silex system.

2. Remove all resin packs from the system. Reference the instructions for
resin pack exchange on page 6.

3. Pour one tablespoon of household chlorine bleach (5% solution) into each
filter sump as well as each Silex column.

4. Close all drain valves, and sample ports and open the air vents located in
the center of the top plates.

5. Turn on the water supply to the Silex system and allow the system to fill
with water until the presence of chlorine can be detected at the outlet of
the system.

6. Turn off the water supply to the Silex system and allow the system to
soak for 15 minutes.

7. After the 15-minute soak time, turn on the water supply to the system.
Allow the system to flush until chlorine is no longer detected.

8. Drain the water out of the system by placing a container under the drain
valves and opening the valves. Close all valves when water is no longer
flowing out of them.

9. Install new resin packs in the Silex columns. Reference the resin pack
instructions on page 6.

Apart from regular resin pack exchange and periodic disinfection, the Silex
system requires no maintenance. In the event that the system is damaged, all
parts can be ordered from AmeriWater by calling 1-800-535-5585.

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CONSUMABLES

Part # Name
DI-45101C Regeneration Certificate, Ultra-pure, .5 cubic feet
DI-45101S STARTUP PACK ULTRA PURE .48CUFT

STANDARD REPLACEMENT PARTS

Part # Name
0119-0109 Hose Kit
0119-0001 Wheel Kit, Silex Dual
0119-0008 Drain Tee Assembly
0119-0010 Column, Silex Assembly
19300001-00 Silex O-Ring
19530901 Air Vent
19560310 Knob Assembly
94560412 Caster, Twin Wheel,60mm,with Brake
94560413 Caster, Twin Wheel,60mm, no Brake

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WARRANTY POLICY

The buyer has a lifetime warranty on the PVC housing and a one year warranty
on all other equipment and parts, excluding non-durable components (e.g., resin
packs); provided that the system is not subject to abuse, misuse, alteration,
neglect, freezing, accident or negligence; and provided further that the system is
not damaged as the result of any unusual force of nature such as, but not limited
to, flood, hurricane, tornado or earthquake.

The warranty covers the replacement of equipment and/or parts only. The
warranty does not cover labor charges or travel expenses resulting from the
service of equipment. The manufacturer is excused if failure to perform its
warranty obligations is the result of strikes, government regulation, materials
shortages, or other circumstances beyond its control.

To obtain warranty service, notice must be given to the manufacturer within 30
days of the discovery of the defect.

There are no warranties on the SILEX system beyond those specifically
described above. All implied warranties, including any implied warranty of
merchantability or of fitness for a particular purpose are disclaimed to the extent
they might extend beyond the above periods. The sole obligation of the
manufacturer under these warranties is to replace or repair the component or
part which proves to be defective within the specified time period, and the
manufacturer is not liable for consequential or incidental damages. No dealer,
agent, representative, or other person is authorized to extend or expand the
warranties expressly described above.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or
exclusions or limitations of incidental or consequential damage, so the limitations
and exclusions in the warranty may not apply to you. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to
state.

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