Nothing has a greater effect on a reverse osmosis system than the feed water quality
NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO MEET THE MINIMUM FEED WATER REQUIREMENTS.
FAILURETODOSOWILL CAUSETHEMEMBRANESTOFOULANDVOIDTHE
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY.
NOTE: HIGHER TDS AND/OR LOWERFEEDWATERTEMPERATURESWILLREDUCE THE
SYSTEM’S PRODUCTION.
REJECTION,RECOVERY AND FLOW RATES
R2-Series ReverseOsmosisSystems are designed to produce permeate water at the capacities
indicated in the“designbasis section” on page 19 of this manual. For example, the R2-6140 produces
6.25 gallons perminute of permeate water at the listed operating test conditions.
The amount of total dissolved solids (TDS) rejected by the membrane is expressed as a percentage. For
example, a 98.5% rejection rate means that 98.5% of total dissolved solids do not pass through the
membrane. To calculate the % rejection, use the following formula:
Follow these guidelines to ensureproperoperationofthepump:
feed the pumpwithfilteredwater.Thepumpissusceptibletodamagefromsediment
and
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If any damage occurs to your system’s pump, a re-build kit is available. Contact your local dealer
or distributor and inform them of your system’s model and pump size.
MOUNTING
The free standing system should be bolted down in compliance with local regulation standards or
securely fastened.
MEMBRANE ELEMENTS
R2-Series reverse osmosis systems come pre-loaded with FILMTEC® LC LE membranes, unless
otherwise specified. General membrane element performance characteristics are listed on the following
pages.
14.PERMEATECHECKVALVE–PROTECTS MEMBRANE ELEMENTS FROM BACKPRESSURE
15.PRESSUREVESSELS – HOUSES MEMBRANE ELEMENTS
16. HIGHPRESSURE SWITCH – TURNS THE PUMP OFF AT A PRE-DETERMINED HIGH PSI PUMP
PRESSURE
17.PERMEATE SAMPLE VALVE- MEASURES THE QUALITY OF EACH MEMBRANE
18.CLEANING PORT VALVE- PROVIDES ACESS TO CLEAN THE MEMBRANES
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FIGURE 1B
FIGURE 1C
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FIGURE 1D
FIGURE 1E
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FIGURE 1F
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SYSTEM PURGING
Carefully inspect your system before initial start-up. Check that all plumbing and electrical connections
are not loose or have not come undone during shipment. A User’s Manual, Test Results, and Filter
Housing Wrench will accompany your R2-Series Reverse Osmosis System.
NOTE: LEAVE THE POWER TO THE SYSTEM OFF FOR THIS PROCEDURE.
1. Redirect permeate water to the drain for this procedure.
2. Fully open the concentrate valve (Counter Clockwise). (Figure 1B, Page. 15)
3. Fully open the throttle valve (Counter Clockwise). (Figure 1B, Page. 15)
4. Press and hold the reset button on the controller for three seconds to activave the solenoid
bypass feature.
INITIAL START-UP
1. Maintain the permeate water line to drain for this
procedure.
2. Fully open the concentrate valve (Counter Clockwise).
6. Allow the system to run 30 minutes to flush the
preservative solution from the system.
7. After 30 minutes, shut down the system.
8. Re-direct the permeate water back to the tank or point-of-use.
9. Record the readings daily for a week; after one week record the readings regularly.
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DESIGN BASIS FOR R2-1140, R2-2140, R2-3140,
Specifications
R2-4140, R2-5140, R2-6140
WARNING: NEVER EXCEED THE SYSTEM’S MAXIMUM PRESSURE RATING.
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OPERATING DOs AND DON’Ts
DO:
Change the cartridge filters regularly
Monitor the system and keep a daily log
Adjust the system recovery to the recommended value
Always feed the pump with filtered water
DON’T:
Permit chlorine to be present in the feed water
Shut down the system for extended periods without preservation
Close the control valves completely
Operate the system with insufficient feed flow
Operate the pump dry
OPERATIONANDMAINTENANCE
The reverseosmosisprocesscausestheconcentration of impurities. The impurities may precipitate (fall
out of solution)whentheirconcentrationreaches saturation levels.
NOTE: PRECIPITATIONCANSCALE OR FOUL MEMBRANES AND MUST BE PREVENTED.
Check your feedwater chemistry and pre-treatment. If necessary, consult with your local dealer or
distributor.
PRE-FILTER PRESSURE GAUGES
Pre-filter gauges measure the feed water pressure when it enters and exits the pre-filter. A pressure
differential of 10 - 15 psi or more on the two pressure gauges indicates that the pre-filters require
servicing.
PUMP PRESSURE AND CONCENTRATE PRESSURE GAUGES
Pump and concentrate gauges measure the pressure of water exiting the multistage pump and the
pressure of concentrate water as it exits the pressure vessel array. Comparison of the pump output and
concentrate pressures allows for the establishment of a baseline pressure differential. If the pressure
differential increases over time from this baseline, it would be an indication that the reverse osmosis
membranes need to be inspected.
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PERMEATE (PRODUCT) FLOW METER AND CONCENTRATE (WASTE)
FLOW METER
The permeate and concentrate flow meters indicate the flow rates of the permeate and concentrate water.
The measurements, when added together, also indicate the feed water flow rate or total flow rate.
LOW PRESSURE SWITCH
The low pressure switch shuts off the system when the feed water pressure drops below 5 PSI,
preventing damage to the pump. The system restarts automatically when there is a constant pressure of
35 PSI or more.
PUMP THROTTLE VALVE
The Pump Throttle Valve is installed as a standard feature on the R2-Series reverse osmosis systems. It
provides an adjustment for pump pressure. As the feed water temperature decreases, and/or the feed
water TDS increases, the system will require a higher operating pressure to produce the specified
permeate flow.
ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE VALVE
To decrease the pressure, turn the handle clockwise. To increasethepressureturnthehandle counter
clockwise. (Figure 3, Page 21)
FIGURE 3
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MEMBRANE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
Replacing membranes in the pressure vessels is an easy process if you have the proper information and
tools at hand.Please refer to the following instructions when removing and replacing membrane
elements:
WARNING: ALL PRESSURE GAUGES MUST READ ZERO BEFORE PROCEEDING.
BEFORE ATTEMPTING, DISCONNECT THE POWER FROM THE SYSTEM AND BLEED ALL WATER
PRESSURE FROM THE SYSTEM.
1. Remove the end plugs from the top of the pressure vessels. This is done by removing the two
half-moon retaining disks using a #5 Allen wrench; the end plugs should then freely slide out of
the pressure vessel.
2. Remove the replacement membrane element(s) from the shipping box; the membrane(s) should
be contained within a plastic oxygen barrier bag.
NOTE: WEAR GLOVES FOR THE FOLLOWING STEPS IN ORDER NOT TOCONTAMINATE THE
MEMBRANE.
3. Cut the bag open as close as possible to the sealatoneendofthebag,sothebagmay be reused if necessary.
4. Make sure that all parts arecleanandfreefromdirt.Examinethebrineseal,and permeate tube
for nicks or cuts. ReplacetheO-ringsorbrinesealifdamaged.
5. Flow directionsshouldbeobservedforinstallationofeachelement into their respective pressure
vessels.
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REPLACING THE MEMBRANEELEMENT:
WARNING: THE BRINESEALMUSTBEINTHESAMEPOSITIONFOREACHMEMBRANE
ELEMENT HOUSING, SO MARKEACHHOUSINGPRIORTOREMOVINGTHEMEMBRANE
ELEMENTS. THE BRINE SEAL ISARUBBERSEALTHATPROTRUDESONONESIDEOFTHE
MEMBRANE AND IS ALWAYS ONTHEFEEDSIDE
1.
Remove one membrane elementatatimefromthepressurevessels,fromthetopofeach
housing. Long nose pliersmaybenecessarytopulltheoldmembraneelementoutofthe
membrane element housing.
the brine seal withanon
Install membranes with brineseallocationdepictedin(Figure4,Page27).
For brine seals that are onthebottom:Ataslightangleinsertthemembranewhileslightly
ng the element beingcarefulnottotearorflipthebrineseal.Aslowtwistingmotionshould
be used to insert the membraneelement,foreverycoupleofturnspullup½”tomakesurethe
With a smooth and constantmotion,pusht
seal enters the housing withoutcomingoutofthebrinesealgroove.
install the end plugs bygentlytwistingtheendcapwhilepushingitontothehousing.Ensure
that you do not pinch or fatigueany
until the outer diameteroftheplugisflushwiththeouterdiameterofthepressurevessel.
petroleum based lubricant, such as DowCorning®111.
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FIGURE 4
View from the back of R2-1140, R2-2140, R2-3140, R2-4140, R2-5140, R2-6140 reverse osmosis
system.
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FLUSHING THE SYSTEM
The system should be flushed weekly to remove sediment from the surface of the membranes. To
manually flush the system, follow the preceding steps:
1. The system must be operating during the flush procedure.
2.Fully open the concentrate valve. (Figure 1B, Page. 15)
3. Allow the system to run for 10 to 20 minutes.
4. After 10 to 20 minutes, close the concentrate valve to its previous setting. Ensure the proper
concentrate flow rate is going to the drain.
5. The system is now ready to operate.
PREPARING UNIT FOR STORAGE OR SHIPMENT
PRIOR TO SHIPPING OR STORING YOUR SYSTEM,THESYSTEMSHOULDBECLEANED
WITH AN APPROPRIATE CLEANER, FLUSHEDWITHWATER,ANDPROTECTED FROM
BIOLOGICAL ATTACK WITH AN APPROPRIATESOLUTIONFORMEMBRANEELEMENTS. THE
MEMBRANE HOUSING(S) AND PLUMBINGLINESOFTHESYSTEMMUSTBECOMPLETELY
DRAINED. ANY WATER REMAININGINTHEPLUMBINGOFASYSTEMMAYFREEZE, CAUSING
SERIOUS DAMAGE.
PREPARINGSYSTEMFORSTORAGE:
1. Totallyimmersetheelementsinthe membrane housing in a solution of 2% membrane
preservative,ventingtheairoutside of the pressure vessels. Use the overflow technique:
circulatetheMemstorsolution in such a way that the remaining air in the system is minimized
aftertherecirculation is completed. After the pressure vessel is filled, the Memstor solution
shouldbe allowed to overflow through an opening located higher than the upper end of the
highest pressure vessel being filled.
2. Separate the preservation solution from the air outside by closing all valves.
3. Repeat this process at least once a month.
During the shutdown period, the plant must be kept frost-free, or the temperature must not exceed 113°F
(45°C).
PREPARING UNIT FOR SHIPMENT:
4. Disconnect the inlet, concentrate, pre-filter, and permeate plumbing.
5. Drain all water from the pre-filter cartridge housings by unscrewing the housings, removing the
pre-filter cartridges, and drain the water from the housings.
6. Disconnect the tubing from the connectors on the permeate and concentrate inlets and outlets.
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7. Fully open the concentrate valve.
8. Drain the flow meters.
9. Allow the system to drain for a minimum of eight hours or until the opened ports quit dripping.
10. After draining is complete, reconnect all of the plumbing.
As time progresses, the efficiency of the membrane will be reduced. In general, the salt rejection does not
change significantly until two or three years after installation when operated on properly pretreated feed
water. The permeate flow rate will begin to decline slightly after one year of operation, but can be
extended with diligent flushing and cleaning of the system. A high pH and/or precipitation of hardness
can cause premature loss in rejection.
Permeate flow should be within 20% of the rated production, after correcting the feed water temperatures
above or below 77°F. Check your permeate flow meter to determine the permeate flow rate.
NOTE:TODETERMINETHETEMPERATURECORRECTIONFACTOR,LOCATETHE
TEMPERATURE CORRECTION TABLE ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE.
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TEMPERATURE CORRECTION FACTORS FOR MEMBRANE
Find the temperature correction factor (TCF) from the table below. Divide the rated permeate flow at 77°F
by the temperature correction factor. The result is the permeate flow at the desired temperature. (See
example on the next page). If a system is rated to produce 5 gpm of permeate water @ 77˚ F. The same
system will produce more water at a higher temperature. It will also produce less water at a lower
temperature. Use the temperature correction table to obtain the correct flow.
Example:
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5 gpm @ 59˚ F (5÷1.42=3.52 gpm)
5 gpm @ 77˚ F (5÷1=5 gpm)
5 gpm @ 84˚ F (5÷0.89=5.62 gpm)
SERVICE ASSISTANCE
If service assistance is required, please complete the following process:
Contact your local dealer or distributor. Prior to making the call, have the following information available:
system installation date, serial number, daily log sheets, current operating parameters (e.g. flow,
operating pressures, pH, etc.), and a detailed description of the problem.
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OPERATION
Date of Start
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Company:
Location:
Week Of:
System Serial #:____________________
FILTER INLET PRESSURE (PSI)
FILTER OUTLET PRESSURE (PSI)
CONCENTRATE PRESSURE (PSI)
PUMP DISCHARGE PRESSURE (PSI)
PERMEATEFLOW(GPM)
____________________
____________________
____________________
DATE
TIME
HOUR OF OPERATION
FEED FLOW (GPM)
Up:___________________
Date of Last
Cleaning:___________________
CONCENTRATEFLOW(GPM)
RECYCLEFLOW(GPM)
RECOVERY %
FEED TEMPERATURE
FEED TDS (PPM)
PERMEATE TDS (PPM)
REJECTION %
FEED PH
PERMEATE PH
SCALE INHIBITOR FEED (PPM)
IRON (mg/L)
FREE CHLORINE (mg/L)
HARDNESS (GPG CaCO3)
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DRAWINGS
FIGURE 5
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FIGURE 6
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FIGURE 7
Note: A portion of the frame has been removed to expose components.