Spectra Watermakers
Katadyn Desalination LLC.
2220 S. McDowell Blvd. Petaluma, CA 94954
Phone: 415-526-2780 Fax: 415-526-2787
techsupport@spectrawatermakers.com
Ventura 150/200T Connect
Installaon and Operang Manual
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Fresh Water Flush
Pressing the ‘Fresh Water Flush’ button flushes
the watermaker with fresh water from the vessel’s domestic water tanks. After completing
the flush, Spectra Connect will automatically
enter the Auto Store mode.
Stop
Pressing the ‘Stop’ button from the Home
Screen will end the Auto Store mode countdown timer and leave your watermaker in
Standby mode.
When you first power up the system, you will get a warning message, asking if the system has
been stored with chemicals.
If the system has been pickled, winterized, this is the first startup, or the condition of the system is unknown, go to COMMISSIONING on page 23 or serious damage may occur.
Start
Pressing the ‘Start’ button once advances to
the Run Mode selection screen.
Spectra Connect Quick Start Guide
Run Mode
Select your desired Run Mode to start making
water and filling your tanks. See details on Run
Mode options on p. 37
Spectra Connect Modes and Definitions
Auto Store: After the watermaker fresh water flushes, it will start a countdown timer that can be
seen on the Home screen. The timer indicates the next programmed fresh water flush if the watermaker is not started again, or the ‘Stop’ button is not pressed.
Fill Tank: The watermaker will automatically run until the Tank Full switch in the water storage
tanks closes. Once the Tank Full switch closes, the watermaker automatically fresh water flushes,
then reverts to the Auto Store mode.
Auto Run: The watermaker can be set to run for a number of hours, or for a quantity of water to be
produced. When the desired quantity of water is produced or the run timer expires, the watermaker
will Fresh Water Flush and enter the Auto Store mode.
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Operation
Table of Contents
Installaon……………………………………………………………………………………………...
Geng Started ................................................................................................................ 7
Installaon Basics ............................................................................................................ 8
Introducon .................................................................................................................... 9
Components .................................................................................................................. 10
Ventura Plumbing Schemac ......................................................................................... 12
Installaon Notes .......................................................................................................... 13
Product Water plumbing ............................................................................................... 14
Tube Fing Assembly Procedures ................................................................................. 15
Spectra High Pressure Fing Instrucons ...................................................................... 16
Electrical ........................................................................................................................ 17
Wiring ........................................................................................................................... 19
Tank Switch Wiring and operaon ................................................................................. 20
Oponal Z-Ion ............................................................................................................... 22
Operaon……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…25
New Systems Start Up and Tesng ................................................................................ 27
Dry Tesng with an Arcial Ocean ............................................................................... 29
Sensor Calibraon ......................................................................................................... 30
Networking.................................................................................................................... 33
Normal Operaon ......................................................................................................... 37
Maintenance, Storage, and Troubleshoong………………………….………………………..
Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 42
Suggested Spares………………………………………………………………………………………………………….49
Introducon to Spectra Chemicals ................................................................................. 44
Long Term Storage Procedures ...................................................................................... 46
Winterizing with Propylene Glycol ................................................................................. 47
Membrane Cleaning Procedure ..................................................................................... 48
Troubleshoong ............................................................................................................ 50
Manual Operaon ......................................................................................................... 52
Ventura Flow Test ......................................................................................................... 53
Poor Water Quality ........................................................................................................ 55
Technical Bullens ......................................................................................................... 56
Spectra Sengs ........................................................................................................ 61
Fault Handling ............................................................................................................... 66
Wiring Schemac........................................................................................................... 67
Spectra Connect PCB Fuses and Electrical Specicaons................................................ 68
Exploded Views and Part Numbers………………………………………………………….………...69
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Unpack the system and inspect it for damage during shipping. Freight damage must be reported to the carrier within 24 hours.
Refer to the shipping list for your system to ensure you received all of the components listed.
Do not discard any packaging unl you have found and idened all of the parts. The small
installaon parts are listed on the kit list.
Warning! We will not be held responsible for shortages that are not reported within thirty
days of the ship date.
Study the system layout diagram, component photos, and descripons before beginning in-
stallaon.
Lay out the system. Before starng the installaon idenfy where each module and component will be placed. Ensure that there is enough clearance around the components for remov-
al of lters and system service. Make sure you have adequate tubing and hose before starng.
Addional parts may be ordered.
THE VENTURA 200T IS DESIGNED FOR WARM WATER USE. OPERATION IN WATERS BELOW 500
F (100 C) MAY CAUSE HIGH OPERATING PRESSURES AND INCREASED WEAR ON THE FEED
PUMP.
Geng Started
Ventura 150-200T Connect Shipping List:
• Ventura Connect kit (includes control box and display)
• Accumulator Assembly with analogue gauge
• High pressure Clark Pump with membrane pressure vessel
• Black high pressure lter housings
• Feed pump assembly with fresh water ush module
• Ventura Connect install kit with black product water tubing
• Service kit
• Two lengths 5/8” Hose (25’)
Oponal: Z-Ion system
Installaon
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Installaon Basics
• Read the direcons!
• Avoid ght hose bends and excessive runs.
• Use heavy gauge wire.
• Install feed pump module as low as possible.
• Use a dedicated thru-hull with scoop type strainer.
• Do not mount components over electrical devices.
• Avoid geng dirt or debris into the piping or hoses during
assembly. A small bit of debris can stop the system!
Thru-hull Locaon: The system must be connected to a dedicated 1/2” to 3/4” forward facing
scoop-type intake thru-hull and seacock.
Install the thru-hull intake as far below the waterline and as close to centerline as possible to
avoid contaminaon and air entering the system. Do not install the intake close to, or downstream of, a head discharge, behind the keel, stabilizer ns, or other underwater xtures.
Thru-hulls in the bow area are suscepble to air intake in rough condions. Sharing a thru-hull
can introduce unforeseen problems such as intermient ow restricons, air bubbles, contaminants, and will void the warranty. For racing boats and high speed boats traveling above 15
knots, a retractable snorkel-type thru-hull ng is preferred because it picks up water away
from the hull.
The brine discharge thru-hull should be mounted above the waterline, along or just above the
boot stripe, to minimize water li and back pressure.
Double clamp all hose connecons below the waterline.
Avoid restricons or long runs on the enre inlet side of the plumbing from the thru-hull to the
feed pump module.
Secure the piping away from moving objects such as engine belts and hatches. Prevent chafe on
the tubing as required. Test and inspect all piping and hose clamps aer several hours of operaon.
Pipe Fing Instrucons: To seal plasc-to-plasc ngs, wrap 6 to 8 layers of Teon tape over
their threads. Hold the ng in your le hand and ghtly wrap the threads clockwise. For
smoother assembly, do not tape the rst (starng) threads.
Wiring
• Pay aenon to wire size or system performance will be impaired
• Perform wiring to UL, ABYC, CE or applicable standards
Seawater Flow
Thru-hull
Not Supplied.
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Introducon to the Ventura Connect
The Ventura is the finest watermaker for small and midsized yachts. Properly installed and
maintained it will provide years of reliable service. Prudent operation is required with any ma-
rine equipment. Always maintain enough reserve water to get safely into your next port.
The Spectra Intensifier, known as the Clark Pump, was introduced in 1997 and has been continually improved since. It is built of modern non-corrosive composites and comes with a 20”
high rejection membrane.
Front View
Pressure Relief Valve
Double rubber mounts
to absorb vibration
The Clark Pump Membrane
Module. Pre-mounted and
plumbed together as a single
unit. Saves time and adds
reliability.
Ventura Feed Pump Module
Includes the feed pump, cooling fan, charcoal filter, flush valve,
service valve, and service port. The module has compact and
streamlined plumbing. The cooling fan is included for longevity.
Fresh Water Solenoid
Service
Port
Service
Valve
Cooling
Fan
Shurflo
Pump
Note: If your system came with the optional Z-Ion, the Z-Ion unit will replace the charcoal filter housing. The photo above, and all subsequent photos of the Feed Pump Module, will look slightly different.
Quick disconnect
fitting to facilitate
maintenance.
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Components
Feed Pump Module
Mount the feed pump module on a vertical surface, up to 3-feet
(1.0M) above the waterline. It is preferable to mount as low as
possible. Locate in an area that allows easy access to the charcoal filter, and the service valve. Keep future maintenance in
mind when choosing a location, and do not mount above water
-sensitive equipment.
IF INSTALLING THE Z±ION, SEE Z±ION INSTALL
INSTRUCTIONS FOR MORE DETAILS.
Sea Strainer Mount close to the intake through-hull, in a
location that can handle water spillage during service.
Dual Prefilter Filter Bowls Locate in an area that allows easy access as these will be the most frequently
serviced module while cruising. Mount vertically and
leave room below bowls for filter changes. Do not
mount above water-sensitive equipment.
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Double rubber mounts
to absorb vibration
This module must be installed in an area that maintains a temperature below 113°F (45°C). It
may be placed as high in the boat as you desire, and mounted in any position, even upside
down. Make sure that the area around and under the pump does not have any water sensitive
equipment, as water will be spilled during any repairs or if a leak occurs. Allow for easy access
to the pressure relief valve.
The Clark pump and membrane module comes complete with a mounting system. Be sure to
use the supplied washers on the rubber feet.
Pressure Relief Valve
Components continued...
Clark Pump and Membrane
Remote Touchscreen
The remote control panel can be mounted anywhere dry and
convenient. Cut a 5-5/8” (12.7 cm) wide by 3-1/4” (7.62 cm)
high opening for the panel. The display needs minimum 2
1/2” deep clearance for the cable. Take care not to damage the
plugs on the ends of the cable when routing. Use only a Spec-
tra-approved cable.
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Ventura Connect Plumbing
Sea Strainer: Mount
with included Quick
Block
Feed Pump Module: Mount vertically
as low as practical, no more than 3’ (1M)
above waterline and not over electrical
equipment. Leave clearance below for
filter changes.
Accumulator:
Factory pre-
charged
Fresh Water Flush inlet to charcoal filter:
Plumb to the pressurized side fresh water system.
Ship’s Freshwater Pressure must be between 20-50psi
(1.4 - 3.5bar)
Spectra Clark Pump and Pressure Vessel/Membrane:
Mount in a cool location (below 120 deg. F/49 deg. C).
May be oriented in any position and can be well above
waterline. Leave access to the pressure relief valve. Do not
mount over electrical equipment. Use supplied spacers and
washers for the vibration mounts.
1/2” or 3/4 scoop strainer thru-hull and
Seacock: Mount low, in a clear flow and
away from head discharge.
Brine discharge thru hull (not included): place above waterline or tee
into another visible drain.
Note: Brine discharge
may be connected to either side of Clark Pump
Use the supplied 5/8-inch
(15.9mm) clear braided
vinyl hose for all runs.
More hose may be or-
dered from Spectra, or
bought at a hardware or
marine store.
Connect Control Box:
Remember to mount in
central location, where
various cables can reach
all components and the
power supply.
20 and 5 micron filters. Do not
mount over electrical equipment.
Leave clearance underneath for filter
changes.
Red In
Green Out
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Installation Notes
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Product to tank: Route the product water
into the top of a vented tank, or a tee in the
water tank ll hose. DO NOT feed into a vent
line, manifold, or into the boom of the
tank. Bladder tanks will create too much
back pressure. There must be no restricon
or back pressure whatsoever in this piping.
Salinity Probe
Diversion Valve
The 1/4”(6mm) product water tubing is pre-plumbed from the membrane into the electric di-
version valve. The diversion valve will reject product water into the overboard brine stream
unl Connect controller determines the product water is below 750 PPM salinity. Once below
750 PPM, the Spectra Connect control opens the diversion valve and product water is diverted
into the fresh water tank.
Product Diversion Valve Manifold
RotoFlow Meter
Accepted Product
Water Outlet
Product from membrane
Check Valve
Product Water Plumbing
Manual Override
Buon
Rejected product outlet
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Spectra High Pressure Fitting Instructions
The Ventura has eight high pressure fittings, two on each cylinder on the Clark Pump, two on
the pressure vessel end caps, and two 90-degree elbows on the back of the Clark Pump. As the
compression fitting is tightened, it compresses a ferrule onto the stainless tubing, fixing the fer-
rule permanently to the tube and holding the compression nut captive.
The body of the fitting seals to the underlying component with an O-ring. On the Clark Pump
cylinders and the end caps this O-ring is compressed by tightening the entire fitting. The Orings on the 90-degree fittings on the back of the Clark Pump have captive nuts and washers,
which compress the O-rings without turning the entire fitting.
If a tube fitting leaks it can sometimes be resealed by just tightening. You must use two
wrenches, a 13/16-inch wrench to hold the base, and a 7/8-inch wrench to turn the compression
nut. The 13/16-inch wrench will need to be thin so as not to interfere with the compression nut.
If this doesn’t work, disassemble the fitting, grease liberally with silicone grease (the ferrule
and the threads) and re-tighten firmly.
The base O-rings should be gently compressed to achieve a good seal, and may be damaged by
overtightening.
Stainless Fitting Hex Nut
Connector O-RING
Nickel-Bronze High Pressure Elbow
Nickel-Bronze High Pressure Straight Fitting
Ferrule
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Ventura Connect systems are pre-fitted with waterproof connectors for electrical and signal
cables. Each connector is different, so it is impossible to connect them incorrectly, and the con-
nectors are color-coded. The system has a power inlet harness with a terminal block and cover,
Pump power cable, pressure transducer red and green cables, a 5-conductor diversion valve and
Rotoflow sensor cable, a 2–conductor fresh water flush solenoid cable, a Z-Ion power and signal cable, and a 50-foot (15M) cable for the Connect display.
Do not install it in hot or poorly ventilated locations.
Power inlet harness with terminal block
Spectra Connect
Circuit Board (Inside
control box)
Run Auto/Manual/Service
toggle switch
Electrical
Z-ION Connector (with green band). Left unused if
your system was not ordered with the optional Z-ION.
Tank Monitoring Terminal Block
Standard Fresh Water Flush connector (Blue)
Product manifold assembly (Red-connects left of
Clark Pump)
Pressure transducer cable. Connect to like red/green
sensors atop filter bowl
Feed Pump Power Cable
Tank Full Switch
Green + Orange
Tank Level Sensor
5vdc: Red
Signal: White
Ground: Black
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The Ventura Connect has three external ports; one for the
display, one for networking, and one for the salinity probe.
The Salinity probe is a 5 pin cable with RJ-12 connectors
(phone jack) on both ends this cable runs in parallel. The
Display cable is a standard Cat 5e ethernet cable.
Electrical continued…
Wire Size Guide for the Ventura 12V:
Protect with 15 Amp Fuse or Circuit Breaker
10 Gauge (5mm²) up to 15 feet (4.5M)
8 Gauge (8mm²) up to 25 feet (7.5M)
6 Gauge (13mm²) up to 35 feet (10.6M)
Wire Size Guide for the Ventura 24V:
Protect with 7 Amp Fuse or Circuit Breaker
10 Gauge (5mm²) up to 25 feet (7.6M)
8 Gauge (8mm²) up to 35 feet (10.6M)
Note: If the specified circuit breaker sizes are unavailable, use the next higher rating but
do not exceed the specification by more then 10%. All wiring to be done to applicable
ABYC, Marine UL, or CE standards.
Distances at left represent the total
ROUND TRIP wire length (DC pos-
itive length plus DC negative
length), NOT the length of the pair
of wires together. Size cables accordingly.
Mount the main power terminal block in a junction box or on a bulkhead
adjacent to the feed pump module. Make sure that this is a dry location
well above bilge level and not subject to water spray. Be sure to install
the terminal block cover.
Check the wire size chart for appropriate wire sizes. DC power feeds should be uninterruptible
to insure proper operation of the auto store feature. Avoid house breaker panels that could be
accidentally tripped.
Diversion Valve and
Rotoflow Cable (5conductor, Red).
Z-Ion power and signal
cable (3-conductor,
Green)
Fresh water flush solenoid cable (2-conductor,
Blue)
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Wiring
Mount the control box with 4 appropriate fasteners on a vercal surface, above components
containing water, with the wire grommets down, and central to the other system components.
Make sure the cables will reach all of the modules to avoid splices. The main power feed
should come from an appropriately-sized fuse or breaker on the main DC panel. See wire size
and fuse/breaker tables below.
Warning! Do not connect the main power feed unl all other connecons are made.
Filter Sensor harness
6’ (2M)
Clark Pump harness, Rotoow meter, and
diversion valve cables 15’ (4.5M). See
next page.
Spectra Connect Display.
Mount in dry, central locaon.
Connects to control cable.
Main power feed. Install cover
aer terminang wires.
15’ (4.5M) fresh
water ush solenoid cable. Crimp
onto to ush solenoid leads and
heat shrink the
connectors. The
wires have no polarity.
Connect Control Box
50’ Control Cable (15.2M): Protect
connector while roung through
vessel.
Auto/Manual
toggle switch
Pump power feed: 4’(1.2M). May
be extended as required. Count
addional length in wire sizing.
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Factory Supplied Tank Full Switch
Installing the supplied tank full float switch at the top of your water tank allows the Spectra Connect to fill your water tank then automatically stop, fresh
water flush and return to Auto Store mode with no additional user commands.
Drill and tap a 1/8” npt port into the top of the fresh water tank that is being
filled by the watermaker. This can be installed on a tank access cover, or di-
rectly into the water tank. If installing on an access cover, be sure to leave a
service loop on the float switch wiring to allow removal of the tank access cover.
For Instructions on ‘Auto Fill’ mode and installing a Tank Low switch, see ‘Auto Fill’ mode
instructions later in this manual.
Watermakers should never be run unattended.
Your watermaker comes with the top-mounted Tank Full Switch (EL-SWT-LV) and is designed to be mounted to the top of the water tank. The side-mounted float switch (EL-SWTSMLV) can be sourced from your local dealer or Full Service Provider if you cannot access the
top of your tank.
If you do not install the Tank Full switch in your tank, you MUST DISABLE the Tank Full
Switch in the system settings. See System Settings instructions later in this manual.
Tank Switch Installation
The supplied float switch must be connected to the Green and Orange conductors at the Feed
Pump Module, labeled Tank Full Switch. There is no polarity.
Use 18/2 tinned wire or larger. Wire is not included in the installation kit.
Drill and Tap
Connect to Gr/Or
wires
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Optional Tank Low Switch
Installing the tank low float switch
about 2/3rds down from the top of your water tank allows the Spectra Connect to run in Auto Fill
mode; automatically filling your water tank, stopping itself, fresh water flushing, returning to Auto
Store mode, and then turning itself on again to fill the tank when the water level drops below the
Tank Low Switch with no additional user commands.
Drill 5/8” hole into the side of the fresh water tank that is being filled by the watermaker. This can
be installed wherever there in convenient access to the tank, approximately 2/3rds of the way down
from the top of the tank.
Drill 5/8” hole
Tank Switch Installation
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The float switch must be connected to the Tank Switch 1 terminals on the Spectra Connect
control board at the Feed Pump Module. There is no polarity.
For Instructions on enabling the ‘Auto Fill’ mode see the System Settings instructions
later in this manual.
Watermakers should never be run unattended!!
Tank Switch 1
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Z-Ion Installation
The Z-Ion replaces the fresh water ush module on the feed pump module. The Z-Ion lter
bowl, like the normal fresh water ush module, houses the charcoal lter, which must be re-
placed every six months.
The Z-Ion control box comes with four-foot cables for exibility in mounng on the bulkhead
above or adjacent to the feed pump module.
Plug the connector from the Z-Ion generator bowl into the connector from the Z-Ion control
box.
Connect the power/signal cable, marked green, from the Z-Ion control box to the Z-Ion control
cable, also marked green, coming from the Spectra Connect box.
Solenoid valve (opens during fresh
water ush/Z-Ion treatment)
Z-Ion control box
Connector to generator
bowl (2-pin)
Connector to Spectra Connect
control box (3-pin, labeled green)
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This revolutionary adaptation of an ancient technology effectively and safely protects the membrane
and filters on your Spectra Watermaker from biological growth. Your system will be kept ready to operate without any additional flushing, external power sources, pickling chemicals, or complex procedures. The controller has been specifically designed to batch process (produce) metallic ions for system
disinfection.
The process has been around for many years, however most systems produce ions on a continuous slow
basis
rather than a short intermittent process. We found that the most stable way to produce ions in a batch
process
is to maintain a constant current to the electrodes and vary the voltage. By being able to boost the voltage the
amount of electrode surface area can be smaller to produce the needed ions in a brief period of time.
The Z-Ion should be energized at all times, but will only consume power when water is running
through it. Upon
initial power-up the LED will flash red/green and then will turn solid green.
Follow the instructions for Normal Operation and Fresh Water Flush (for treatment with the Z-Ion, the
process is identical, only the Z-Ion will release silver and copper ions into the flush water.)
When fresh water flows, the operation cycle begins and the LED turn off, and only quick flashers of
green and amber. The cycle will continue until either the flush cycle stops or the adjustable timer times
out (factory set for 15 minutes).
If the voltage is out of range, below 10V or above 56V, the LED will flash red every two seconds and
the unit
will shut down.
Each fresh water flush with the Z-Ion will protect your watermaker for up to 30 days, after which the
process must be repeated. MPC units with the A40 board have the ability to change the flush interval
form 5 day to 30 days. Other MPC boards and chips will need to be upgraded. Contact Spectra about
upgrading to the appropriate microchip or board.
After 720 cycles the service light on the front of the control box will light up, indicating that the probes
on your
Z-Ion may be wearing down, and should be tested. The service light is just a reminder that your Z-Ion
rods need
to be inspected. Before resetting check that rods have not dissolved and are not touching.
To reset the service counter, touch two magnets, at the same time, to the two red reed switches on the Z
-Ion
circuit board, labeled Switch 1 and Switch 2 on the following page.
Z-Ion Operation and Installation
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Switch 1
There are 7 pins on the phoenix connector from left to right:
Pin 1 Supply Voltage-Battery ( + )
Pin 2 Ground
Pin 3 Trigger
Pin 4 Auxiliary Output 1
Pin 5 Auxiliary Output 2
Pin 6 To ion generator (bowl). No polarity.
Pin 7 To ion generator (bowl). No polarity.
Auxiliary Outputs 1 and 2 are switched to the supply voltage when turned on. These outputs are protected by 100mA
self resetting fuses.
Output 1 – ON during generating cycle – intended to drive a pump relay on some systems
Output 2 – ON when cycle counter reaches pre-programmed number (usually 720), when generator element may
need replacement and should be tested and/or inspected.
Operation – LEDS
Power-up indication – fast red/green flash for a few seconds
Ready, Idle – solid green
Generating – the LED will quickly flash at a programmed interval (factory set to 17 seconds between flashes.) The
flash color with alternate between green and amber and will be off in between voltage spikes. The color change
symbolizes the polarity alternating from positive to negative.
Bad power – fast red flash followed by shut down
High temperature – fast red flash
Cycle counter reached limit—slow red flash
Switch 2
Pin 1
Pin 7
Run Light
Will be green when while Z-Ion is
powered and ready
Service Light
Figure 1
Voltage
Spike Counter
Z-Ion Layout and Specs.
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