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- Page 1 E4, E4LE, EZ4 Series Water Purification Machines Operation and Maintenance Manual 2,200 GPD to 13,200 GPD 8.3 m /day to 50 m /day July 4, 2014 Document PN 1161875, Rev G http://www.gewater.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS DESCRIPTION ............................4 1.1. Definitions ..............................4 1.1.1. Permeate Rate (Product Water Rate) [Q ] ................ 4 1.1.2. Concentrate Rate (Reject Rate) [Q ] ..................4 1.1.3. Feed Rate [Q ] ..........................4 ... - Page 3 WARRANTY/GUARANTEE .........................26 START-UP DATA ...........................26 DAILY LOG DATA FOR GE WATER AND PROCESS TECHNOLOGIES MEMBRANE MACHINES ................................26 List of Tables Table 1. Flow Specifications for E4 Machines, 50-75% Recovery ..........8 Table 2.
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Page 4: Description
1. DESCRIPTION Your E-Series reverse osmosis (RO) machine is a durable piece of equipment which, with proper care, will last for many years. These instructions give operation and maintenance details vital to the sustained performance of the machine. Please read this manual completely before operating your machine. -
Page 5: Membrane Elements
The spacer allows for movement of the concentrate past the membrane, and the permeate carrier carries the purified water out of the membrane element. GE Water & Process Technologies manufactures a patented spiral wound membrane element with a turbulent flow design. This membrane module collects the purified water within the central tube, the permeate tube. -
Page 6: Cip
Figure 3. Cross-Sectional View of Membrane Element 1.1.6. The abbreviation for clean-in-place. 1.1.7. Average Pressure [P Primary Final 1.1.8. Concentration Concentration equals the Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) concentration of a solution expressed as parts per million (ppm) or conductivity (microSiemens/cm). = Feed Concentration = Permeate Concentration = Concentrate Concentration... -
Page 7: Machine Nomenclature
An example of how to calculate salt rejection and recovery is given below. Figure 4. Principle of Operation Given the system case in the figure above: 100mg/L 375mg/L Average Concentration, 237.5mg/L 237.5mg/L 8.3mg/L ... -
Page 8: Specifications For E-Series Machines
2. INSTALLATION 2.1. Mounting the Unit When installing your new GE Water & Process Technologies reverse osmosis (RO) machine, allow at least 45-inches (114 cm) above the machine for membrane element removal and loading. If space is not available, the entire membrane element housing can be removed for membrane element change outs. -
Page 9: Installing Clean-In-Place Valves
E4-8800 0.75 (1.9) 0.75 (1.9) 0.75 (1.9) E4-11000 0.75 (1.9) 0.75 (1.9) 0.75 (1.9) E4-13200 0.75 (1.9) 0.75 (1.9) 0.75 (1.9) 2.3. Installing Clean-In-Place Valves NOTE: Clean-In-Place (CIP) valves are not included with the machine. The CIP valves must be purchased and installed by the customer. When installing the CIP valves, a three-way valve should be installed in the inlet feed stream of the machine. -
Page 10: Feed Water Requirements
2.5. Feed Water Requirements The following feed water requirements must be met before installing your new E4 machine to ensure quality permeate and extended membrane element life. Refer to Table 3 for feed water information. Table 3. Feed Water Requirements Temperature Typical: 50-85F (10-29C) Maximum: 32-104F (0-40C) -
Page 11: Electrical
40 psig (2.7 barg) 0.70 0.60 50 psig (3.4 barg) 0.60 0.50 60 psig (4.1 barg) 0.50 0.40 WARNING: IF PERMEATE BACK PRESSURE EXCEEDS 60 PSIG (4.1 BARG) MACHINE DAMAGE MAY OCCUR. WARNING: INSTALLING A CHECK VALVE WILL PREVENT REVERSE FLOW THROUGH THE MEMBRANE ELEMENT WHEN THE MACHINE IS NOT IN OPERATION. -
Page 12: Machine Control
Figure 5. Three-Phase Allen Bradley Motor Starter 2.9. Machine Control 2.9.1. Economy Model To remotely control the Economy Model (ECN) with float switches and/or pretreatment lockout, remove the jumper noted on the electrical drawing and wire in the float switches or pretreatment components in series. After all field wiring is complete and complies with local and national electrical codes, move onto Section 3.1 (Pretreatment for Water Purification). -
Page 13: Machine Start-Up Preparation
The water analysis will provide information on what type of pretreatment may be required and what recovery the machine can be run at on the feed water provided. If the machine is moved to a different water source, a new water analysis should be taken before operating the machine. -
Page 14: Temperature Correction Factor
three-phase starter. Re-energize the pump voltage and re-check, to ensure correct rotation for the start-up and operation of your machine. WARNING: IF THE RO PUMP IS STARTED WITH INCORRECT ROTATION (i.e., BACKWARDS), A NOTICEABLE DROP IN FLOWS AND PRESSURES WILL RESULT. IF PUMP MOTOR OPERATES BACKWARDS FOR ANY LENGTH OF TIME, PUMP DAMAGE MAY RESULT. -
Page 15: Autoflush Timer
NOTE: Optimum recovery will vary according to water quality. 3.5. Autoflush Timer 3.5.1. Programming the Autoflush Timer The Autoflush timer clock operates and displays in real time, but the Autoflush feature will only work when the RO machine is operating. When the machine is operating in the Autoflush Mode, the total flow through the machine is increased. -
Page 16: Operation And Maintenance
Figure 6. Conductivity Probe Display 4. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE The operation and maintenance of an E-Series RO machine requires regular data recording and routine preventative maintenance. It cannot be emphasized enough the importance of filling out the Daily Log Sheet (Technote 106) during each operating shift. -
Page 17: Daily Flushing For The Deluxe Model
A pressure drop across the filter of 8 psi (0.55 bar) or more during operation indicates that the pre-filters cartridge(s) need changing. Use only GE approved filters rated for 5 microns or less. Do not attempt to clean used filters. -
Page 18: Procedure To Clean With A Cip Pump
The size of the CIP container should be a minimum of three times the permeate rate. CAUTION: GE recommends the use of a CIP or booster pump to provide the proper feed water pressure and quantity to the RO machine during cleaning. -
Page 19: Suction Cleaning
You are now ready for normal operation. 4.4. Suction Cleaning GE does not recommend the suction cleaning method to clean the E4-Series RO machine. If using suction cleaning, reference cleaning with a CIP pump above (Section 4.3.2, Procedure to Clean with a CIP Pump). -
Page 20: Changing Out Membrane Elements
closely to ensure that you do not loose pump prime, which may result in pump damage. 6. Refer to the CIP cleaning procedure (Section 4.3.1) for cleaning steps. WARNING: LOSS OF PRIME DURING SUCTION CLEANING MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE PUMP. NOTE: As previously mentioned, the manufacturer recommends use of a CIP or booster pump to circulate the cleaning solution during membrane element cleaning. - Page 21 4. Reinstall the end caps by using non-petroleum based lubricant to lubricate the O-ring inside the end cap. Reinstall the end cap on the membrane element by first, aligning the stinger into the hole in the end cap and then turn the end cap slowly clockwise, as you push it down into the membrane element housing.
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Page 22: Troubleshooting
Many of these problems can be easily corrected by the operator, however, for those that persist or are not understood, you should contact the GE Customer Support Center. Have the following information available when calling the Customer Support Center: 1. - Page 23 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom (Alarm) Possible Cause Remedies Low permeate flow Low operating See the possible causes for low rate pressure operating pressure. Dirty or fouled Clean the membranes. membranes Operating on cold Install a hot/cold feed water water less than 55 - tempering valve if more permeate 60°F (13 - 16°C) flow is needed.
- Page 24 Change in incoming Open the concentrate valve and water quality flush. Test the water for pH, hardness, TDS, and iron content. A water analysis should be sent to GE Water & Process Technologies for review. Inaccurate Calibrate the monitor with a...
- Page 25 Motor and/or pump See the pump instructions. Contact not operating properly. GE for repair of replacement. Timer relay Replace the relay. defective/burned out Motor starter Turn the switch off; let the heater(s) overloaded, heater cool.
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Page 26: Spare Parts List
6. SPARE PARTS LIST For detailed spare part lists, please refer to the manual addendum. Contact the GE Water & Process Technologies Customer Support Center to order parts. 7. RETURN GOODS AUTHORIZATION (RGA) PROCEDURE Refer to addendum Technote 114. 8. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE Refer to addendum Technote 100 for the machine Warranty/Guarantee document.