This section provides the water, electrical and space requirements for the systems. Pay
special attention to the feedwater chemistry requirements. Operating a system on
water supplies outside of these parameters may lead to premature membrane failure.
Operating Parameters:
Operating Pressure10 - 60 psi*
Feed Temperature40 - 100o F (4 - 38o C)
Feed Pressure25 - 85 psi (1.4 - 5.9 bar) at 3 gpm maximum
Production80 gallons per day, Max. at 70°F feedwater temp.
62 gallons per day, Max. at 55°F feedwater temp.
*The maximum operating pressure of the system is 100 psi.
Feed Water Connection:
An adequate flow of water to the unit is critical for successful operation. Run at least
3/8” pipe to the vicinity of the installation. Install a full-flow ball valve with 3/8” female
pipe thread for connection to the installation hardware provided with the OptiPure™
system or use garden hose thread adapter to connect to hose bibb.
Drain:
Drain must allow for a minimum of 3 gallons per minute, and must comply with local
plumbing codes. Most plumbing codes require the installation of an approved air gap
in the drain line.
Feed TDSUp to 2000 ppmIron (Fe) .1 mg/l maximum
Feed pH5 - 11 Turbidity<5 NTU
Hardness20 grains or lessManganese.05 mg/l
Free Chlorine<2 mg/lHydrogen sulfide0.0
A water analysis must be performed before installing the system. The information
requested above can be obtained from your local water utility. If your water analysis
shows that any of these parameters are not within range, additional pretreatment
and/or higher frequency of maintenance may be required. Contact Procam Controls,
Inc. for assistance. The presence of silica or flocculants such as alum or cationic
polymers in the feedwater may cause membrane fouling and may require chemical
pretreatment or periodic membrane replacement. Please note that membrane failure
due to fouling is not covered by the warranty.
Getting to know the OptiPure M-Series:
The following gives you a general idea of the components of the system.
1. Using the 3/8” OD blue tubing, connect from the feedwater valve to the feedwater
inlet.
2. Run the 1/4” OD blue tubing drain line to an appropriate drain. Observe local
plumbing codes and supply an appropriate air gap.
3. Close the Tank Shutoff Valve.
4. Open the Process Water Tap Valve. Place a container underneath the valve to collect
the water.
5. Open the ball valve connected to the Feedwater Inlet.
6. Plug the power supply into a standard 115 VAC outlet. The solenoid valve will open
and the pump will begin operating. Water will begin running through the system
and out the Process Water Tap. Check the plumbing connections for leaks and
repair as necessary.
7. Let the system run in this configuration for a minimum of ten minutes. This is
necessary to flush the preservative solution from the system.
8. After the initial system flush is completed, open the Tank Shutoff Valve.
9. Close the Process Water Tap Valve. The system will now begin to fill the storage
tank.
Section 3 - Maintenance
The only routine maintenance required on the system is periodic replacement of the
sediment and carbon prefilters and the postfilter. The prefilters should be changed
quarterly under normal conditions, or more frequently if the system is operated on
water with high levels of sediment or other contaminants which cause premature
loading. The postfilter should be changed every six months.
1. Turn off the power by unplugging the power supply from the outlet.
2. Close Tank Shutoff Valve.
3. Close the ball valve at the inlet to the prefilter assembly.
4. Open process water tap to relieve system pressure.
5. Using the filter housing wrench, open the first housing on the left. Remove the old
filter and pour out any water remaining in the sump. If the sump is dirty, rinse it
out. We recommend adding a 1/2 teaspoon of bleach and scrubbing the housing
with a brush to sanitize and thoroughly clean the housing.
6. Inspect the O-ring. The O-ring must be free of cuts, nicks, and flat spots. Replace it
with a new O-ring if it is misshapen or damaged.
7. Install the new filter, Procam # 200-30320 into the housing and replace the housing
into the head. Tighten the housing by hand until it is snug. Be careful not to
overtighten the housing. Do not use the filter wrench.
8. Repeat steps 3 through 5 for the filter on the right. Replacement filter is Procam #
300-00500.
9. Close the Process Water Tap.
10. Open the ball valve at the inlet to the prefilter assembly.
11. Open the Tank Shutoff Valve.
12. Plug the power supply into the electrical outlet.
13. When the system starts, check for leaks.
Post-Treatment Cartridge Change Procedure
The Post-Treatment Cartridge is located within the cabinet just above the prefilter
housings. It's function is to neutralize the dissolved carbon dioxide and to inhibit
biological growth in the tank. The media will not plug up and does not dissolve, replace
every 6 months.
1. Turn off the power by unplugging the power supply from the outlet.
2. Close Tank Shutoff Valve.
3. Close the ball valve at the inlet to the prefilter assembly.
4. Open process water tap to relieve system pressure.
5. Remove cabinet cover by lifting at the back and tilting forward as you step back.