New SP2000 Now What??

[jaybuc]

I got my new RO/DI last night, but now I have really no clue on how to set it up. The instructions are clear, and I understand them. No pictures to help :D What do I need to do first before the install?. Any help would be awesome! Thanks

[SpectraPure]

Too many unknowns. Please call us at 1-800-685-2783 and we can help you.

Scott
SpectraPure, Inc.

[jaybuc]

Scott thank you! Talked to you yesterday! Thanks for all your help....one question I had was, Its a 40gpd unit, but the DI water comes out really slow!...is this normal on a 5 stage system?
Thanks
Jason

[SpectraPure]

"Really slow" is a very subjective term. Perhaps you could measure the product water in ml/min. and multiply by 0.38 to get your actual gallons per day. Remember that low pressure and temperature may reduce the spec'd production rate. Being a 5-stage system really has little to do with it.

Scott
SpectraPure, Inc.

[jaybuc]

Scott
I did and it comes out to about 57gpd and its a 40gpd system...This is off the chart for the 40gpd unit.

[SpectraPure]

This is a perfect example of buying a system with a tested membrane.
Jay,

Because we test these membranes, we will reject any under 25 GPD, we will sort all that test between 25 and 39 into the 25 bin, 40 to 59 into the 40 bin, 60 to 89 in the 60 bin, 90 and over into the 90 bin.

You got a "57" that we had to call a "40". Luck of the draw.

As far as the flow restrictor goes, just cut it to the length of the plastic insert and call it good if reality is at least 3 to 1. If you can't even make that, call us and we'll send you an FR-60.

Scott
SpectraPure, Inc.

[red rover]

How important is it to measure the flow rate and adjust the flow restrictor? Won't the output be different based on the temperature of the water? If you were to adjust it now (Feb-Mar), won't it be substantially different in July-Aug?

Thanks...

[SpectraPure]

If the waste:product ratio is less than 4:1, you run the risk (with hard water) of premature membrane fowling, and if it's greater than 4:1 you are wasting more water than necessary.

Yes, the product output will be less in winter than in summer. How much less is a local question. The waste rate is not dependent upon temperature. The farther north you are, the more likely you may benefit from two different flow restrictors.
You can purchase extra flow restrictors for $4 on our website.

Scott
SpectraPure, Inc.

[red rover]

Thanks for the reply.

I just received my +SP2000 on Friday and was contemplating just plugging it in and let it run.

I'll go ahead and attempt to adjust the flow restrictor, but it seems a little difficult getting the yellow tube out of its connector (I'm afraid of damaging the unit).

I'll probably be giving you guys a call with a few questions.

Thanks again.

[red rover]

OK... The tubing is actually VERY easy to remove. I purchased 1/4" union at HD and it had a picture on removing the fitting. Very simple, but I've never worked with these types of fittings.

I agree with Jaybuc that a few more pictures would be very helpful.

[SpectraPure]

From the manual:

Flow Restrictor Removal, Adjustment, and Replacement
1. Locate the yellow concentrate tubing (Fig. B). Remove the tubing from its push-fitting at the membrane as follows:
a.) Firmly depress and hold the push-fitting collar down with your thumbnail.
b.) While the push-fitting collar is depressed, pull the tubing straight out of the push-fitting. Once the tubing is removed, release the collar.
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6. Re-insert the yellow tubing into its push-fitting in the RO membrane as follows:
a.) Moisten the O-ring seal inside the concentrate outlet fitting by dripping a few drops of clean water into the fitting.
b.) Grasp the yellow tubing near the flow restrictor end, and insert the tubing into the push-fitting. Push the tubing into the fitting until resistance is felt, approximately 1/2 inch (12.7 mm). The tubing is now resting on the O-ring seal inside the fitting.
c.) Firmly push the tubing approximately an additional 1/4 inch (6.35 mm) further into the fitting to completely seat the line into the fitting and O-ring seal.
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Scott
SpectraPure, Inc.