ScaleBlaster SB-1200,SB-2800,SB-2000,SB-3600,SB-4000 Installation & Operation Manual

The eco-friendly solution to hard water

SB-1200, SB-2000, SB-2800, SB-3600 & SB-4000

Installation & Operation Manual

Industrial Electronic Descaler

10/13

120/240 VAC (Auto Selected)

Table of Contents

SectionDescriptionPage

A)Identifying the ScaleBlaster Components.................................................3

B)Installing the ScaleBlaster Control Box...................................................4

C)Wrapping the Signal Wire.........................................................................5 - 9

D)Powering up the Control Box...................................................................10

E)LCD Indicator Screen...............................................................................10

F)Error Screen and Codes............................................................................11

G)Calibrating the Signal Coil.......................................................................12, 13

H)Adjusting the LCD Contrast.....................................................................14

I)Changing the Frequency Sweep Mode.....................................................14

Appendix 1)Model Number Dip Switch Settings.........................................................15, 16

Appendix 2)Frequency Sweep Dip Switch Settings.....................................................17

Appendix 3)Unit Specifications....................................................................................18, 19

Product Information

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A.) Identifying the ScaleBlaster Components

This ScaleBlaster unit includes the following components:

1)One ScaleBlaster control box.

2)One roll of 8 awg signal wire per number of channels. The total length of the cable will depend

on the diameter and composition of the pipe to which it will attach.

3)Several long nylon cable ties, depending on number of channels. These ties aid in securing the

cable to the pipe.

4)Warranty card (along with this Installation & Operations Manual)

5)Shipping Box. , it is made to protect the descaler

during transport and is reusable in case the unit ever needs servicing at the factory.

SB-1200, SB-2000, SB-2800, SB-3600 or SB-4000

Please save the foam inserts and shipping box

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B.) Installing the ScaleBlaster Control Box

Selecting the Installation Location and Mounting the ScaleBlaster Unit

PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION. THE

LOCATION OF THE SIGNAL CABLE AND THE CONTROL BOX ARE CRITICAL WITH

RESPECT TO PRODUCT PERFORMANCE.

1.) The unit should be installed by a licensed electrician, and the installation should meet all local and

national codes.

2.) The best place to install the unit is on the main water line entering the facility, or on the line serving

the relevant portion of the facility. First determine where the signal coils will be wrapped. This should

be on a straight section of pipe (no elbows, tees, valves or couplings) that is at least four (4) feet long.

Also, very important, the signal coils should be at least three (3) feet from any major source of electrical

interference. The unit is splash-proof and can be installed outside if necessary. However, in this case a

cover should be installed above the unit, and the unit should be kept out of direct sunlight.

3.) Mount the control box as close as possible to where the signal wire will wrap on the pipe, so that the

cable is as short as possible.

4.) The control box, which has a 15-ft. power cord, should be mounted on a wall or other solid surface in

a location near an electrical outlet or other power source. The unit is heavy and a sturdy installation is

required. We recommend that you use a 3/8" lag and washer for each of the four mounting feet. (See

photos below.)

5.) Upon being plugged in, the unit will work automatically on either 120 VAC or 240 VAC.

NOTE: If you have any questions about installation, contact your dealer or Clearwater Enviro

Technologies, Inc. for assistance.

Photo 1 - recommended 3/8" mounting lag with washer.Photo 2 - one of the four control box mounting feet.

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C.) Wrapping the Signal Wire

Wrapping the Signal Wire Around the Pipe

Included with the unit is one roll of 8 awg coil wire whose length is based on the size and

composition of the pipe selected for installation.

1.) Carefully strip off 2" (51mm) of the outer rubber shield from the end of the signal wire.

2.) Insert one end of the coil wire into the coil wire inlet and attach to wire terminals (see below and

also page 9). Turn liquid tight connectors to seal in wire.

ON / OFF Switch

inside enclosure

Wire Terminals

Coil wire inlets

(liquid tight connectors)

3.) Route the signal wire from the control box to the inlet pipe. Hold the cable parallel and against the

pipe and then secure the wire to the pipe with one of the nylon cables ties. Make sure that the tie is

pulled tightly so that the wire is well-attached to the pipe. Remove excess cable tie with scissors.

4.) Using finger pressure to keep the signal wire and tie from moving, begin wrapping the signal wire

securely around the pipe in any direction. The correct number of wraps depends on pipe size and

composition. For proper product performance, it is imperative to wrap the correct number of times. To

determine the number of wraps for ferrous pipe, consult pages 6-8. For non-ferrous pipe, please call

Clearwater Enviro Technologies, Inc. to get this information.

5.) MAKE SURE THAT THE WRAPS ARE FLUSH AGAINST ONE ANOTHER–NEVER

OVERLAPPING (see Photo 4a & 4b, page 9).

NOTE: As previously indicated, make sure that the control box is mounted as close as possible to where

the signal wire is wrapped on the pipe.

6.) Once the wrapping is complete, secure the signal wire to the pipe using another cable tie. Remove

the excess cable tie with scissors.

7.) Route the loose end of the signal wire back to the control box. Trim the wire to length.

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C.) Wrapping the Signal Wire (continued)

Industrial Models

SB-1200

PVC/PEX

Pipe SizePipe OD (in)

8"

10"

12"

8.625

10.750

12.750

Number of

Wraps

39Single810.5108.1G

30Single88.0104.4G

24Single86.4100.1F

Type of Coil

Wire Gauge

(AWG)

Length of

Coil (in)

Expected Wire

Usage (ft)*

Ferrous (Re-circulating)

Pipe SizePipe OD (in)

4"

4 1/2"

5"

6"

4.500

5.000

5.563

6.625

Number of

Wraps

61Single816.391.9F

57Single815.394.6F

54Single814.598.6F

51Single813.7108.5G

Type of Coil

Wire Gauge

(AWG)

Length of

Coil (in)

Expected Wire

Usage (ft)*

Ferrous (One-Shot)

Pipe SizePipe OD (in)

2 1/2"

3"

* Expected Wire usage includes the wire used on the coil and both leads (10ft ea) connecting the unit to the coil.

2.875

3.500

Number of

Wraps

30Double88.067.6F

27Double87.271.7F

Type of Coil

Wire Gauge

(AWG)

Length of

Coil (in)

Expected Wire

Usage (ft)*

Wire

Pack

Code

Wire

Pack

Code

Wire

Pack

Code

SB-2000

PVC/PEX

Pipe SizePipe OD (in)

18"

20"

18.000

20.000

Number of

Wraps

17Single84.6100.1F

15Single84.098.5F

Type of Coil

Ferrous (Re-circulating)

Pipe SizePipe OD (in)

12"

14"

Pipe SizePipe OD (in)

6"

7"

8"

* Expected Wire usage includes the wire used on the coil and both leads (10ft ea) connecting the unit to the coil.

12.750

14.000

6.625

7.625

8.625

Number of

Wraps

34Single89.1133.5G

31Single88.3133.6G

Number of

Wraps

51Single813.7108.5G

49Single813.1117.8G

46Single812.3123.9G

Type of Coil

Type of Coil

Wire Gauge

(AWG)

Wire Gauge

(AWG)

Length of

Coil (in)

Length of

Coil (in)

Expected Wire

Expected Wire

Ferrous (One-Shot)

Wire Gauge

(AWG)

Length of

Coil (in)

Expected Wire

Usage (ft)*

Usage (ft)*

Usage (ft)*

Wire

Pack

Code

Wire

Pack

Code

Wire

Pack

Code

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