AmeriWater RAPID RESPONSE Manual

98-2024 Rev. A
RAPID RESPONSE WATER SYSTEM
FOR STERIS
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Manufactured With Pride
In The USA
www.ameriwater.com • 800-535-5585
AmeriWater • 3345 Stop 8 Road • Dayton, OH 45414

98-2024 Rev. A

98-2024 Rev. A
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 THEORY OF OPERATION........................................................................................ 1
1.1 SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................... 2
1.2 SYSTEM FLOW DIAGRAM....................................................................................... 4
2.0 SYSTEM INSTALLATION ......................................................................................... 5
2.1 SRO........................................................................................................................... 5
2.2 WALL MOUNT DI....................................................................................................... 6
2.3 STORAGE TANK....................................................................................................... 7
2.4 ENDOTOXIN FILTER ................................................................................................ 8
3.0 SYSTEM START-UP.................................................................................................. 9
3.1 OPERATION.............................................................................................................. 9
3.2 BYPASS PROCEDURE........................................................................................... 10
4.0 MONITORING.......................................................................................................... 11
5.0 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FREQUENCY ............................... 13
5.1 WINTERIZATION ..................................................................................................... 14
6.0 UNIQUE COMPONENT PART NUMBERS.............................................................. 16
7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE................................................................................. 16

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1.0 THEORY OF OPERATION
This system is designed to pretreat and purify water for use in health care applications. Below
is the sequence of the water progression as it goes thru the components of the MOBILE SPD
SYSTEM. Each component’s theory of operation is listed in order of water progression thru
the system.
RO:
The process of osmosis can be reversed by placing pressure upon the feed water side
(concentrated solution side) of the membrane. Water will be forced through the membrane
barrier to yield water that is purer on the lower pressure side of the membrane than on the
more concentrated solution side (higher pressure side) of the membrane. The feed water will
become more “concentrated,” and will be discharged through the reject port known as “reject
water” or “concentrate”. Liberation of purer water from its solutions is caused by the reversal
of the osmotic pressure; (the operation termed as “Reverse Osmosis”). Reverse Osmosis is
commonly referred to as “RO”.
DI:
Mixed Bed De-ionizer contains both the cation and anion resins in a single vessel. The
purpose of mixing the resins is to achieve a very high quality deionized water. As water
passes through the mixed bed, it has millions of chances to contact a cation resin bead, then
an anion, then another cation, another anion, and so on. An exchange takes place, of course,
only when a positive ion contacts a negative exchange site, and vice versa. With each
exchange, purity of the water improves because more ions are removed and held by resin
beads. Mixed bed deionizer is utilized as a polising unit downstream of the RO.
STORAGE TANK:
The reverse osmosis unit makes a limited amount of water at a time. It is therefore necessary
to store it in a storage tank. The storage tank is equipped with float switches, which will turn
the reverse osmosis unit off and on when the water reaches a predetermined point in the
storage tank.
This tank is also equipped with a spray nozzle on the return loop side of the tank. This allows
disinfectant to reach all parts of the tank when it is applied to the tank, for faster disinfections.
The vent filter on the tank is designed to filter the air when water moves in and out of the
storage tank. Tanks are equipped with a “rupture disk”, which will break if the flow of air/water
becomes too much for the filter or tank to handle.
The storage tank is equipped with 1 float switches, which will turn the
reverse osmosis unit off when the water reaches the predetermined cutoff point and
turn the RO on when the tank is drained to the appropriate level float. The
distribution pump on the storage tank will cycle whenever there is a pressure drop
detected.

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ENDOTOXIN FILTER:
The Endotoxin-Retentive Filters are the final purification process prior to distribution of the
product water. They are sub-micron filters with the ability to remove bacteria and endotoxin.
The filters are enclosed in an opaque housing to inhibit the proliferation of algae. Water flows
through the filter, which traps bacteria and endotoxin.
The RAPID REPONSE WATER SYSTEM is shipped completely assembled with required
water treatment components. This Operation Manual was written specifically for the RAPID
REPONSE WATER SYSTEM. Your system was thoroughly tested and in excellent condition
when it was shipped to you. However, because damage during shipment is possible, please
unpack and carefully inspect the system as soon as you receive it. Please notify AmeriWater
if any problems are encountered.
Please read the Operations Manual before using the system. Contact AmeriWater
Customer Service with any questions at 1-800-535-5585 Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to
5:00 p.m. eastern standard time. For after hours emergencies call 1-800-535-5585 and
follow the instructions on the recorded message. Our on-call technician will return your call
as soon as possible. This entire Operations Manual should be read before operating or
servicing the system. This Operations Manual should then be kept near the system and used
as a reference and troubleshooting guide.
1.1 SPECIFICATIONS
Connections
SRO Feed = 1/2" O.D. Hose
SRO Product = 1/2" O.D. Hose
SRO Reject to Drain = 1/2" O.D. Tube
Wall Mount DI Feed = 1/2” O.D. Tube
Wall Mount DI Product = 1/2” MPT to 3/4” FGHT
Storage Tank Feed = 3/4” Male GHT
Storage Tank Product = 3/4” FPT
Storage Tank Return = 3/4” FPT
Endotoxin Filter Feed = 3/4”FPT
Endotoxin Product = 3/4”FPT
Electrical Requirements
3X 120V 1PH Dedicated 20Amp GFI service
Shipping Weight
Operating Weight
353 LBS
796 LBS
Note: Water with a silt density index (SDI) above 5 SDI will foul the membrane.

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Note: For specifications on system components related to electrical
requirements, system pressures and voltage draws, please refer to listed
component manuals as listed below.
For 0021003 Loop Endotoxin Filter, refer to Manual 98-0033
For 00SRO1095 RO, refer to Manual 98-0150
For 00MW200 Silex Wall Mount Deionizer, refer to Manual 98-0160
For 00HC-0090-PRV Healthcare Storage Tank, refer to Manual 098-0001

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1.2 SYSTEM FLOW DIAGRAM
Figure 1.1

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2.0 SYSTEM INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Local plumbing and electrical codes must be observed.
2.1 SRO
1. The electrical source for the S100 controller must be a single phase, 3-conductor
receptacle with a ground fault interrupter (GFI) at 120V, 20amp, and 60Hz. The
proper polarity and ground integrity must be initially checked and thereafter
maintained. Failure to do so may result in electrical shock to the operator. The SRO
must only be plugged directly into a GFI receptacle. It must not be plugged into an
extension cord or power strip that could cause low amperage.
To avoid electrical shock, always unplug and disconnect the SRO system
power source before opening the back of the electrical controller.
2. Mount the SRO (level) on a wall near a drain that can handle the reject water flow. (It
is recommended to secure the frame to the wall with anchoring bolts.)
3. SRO is equipped with sediment and chlorine removal.
4. Connect the feed water supply to the inlet 1/2” fitting on the SRO prefilter.
5. The feed water supply requires a minimum dynamic pressure of 20 psi and maximum
of 50 psi (at the pre filter gauge). Feed water supply tubing should be large enough to
provide the required feed flow rate for the SRO. Connect the water supply from your
isolation valve to the INLET of the pre filter.
6. Connect the REJECT WATER to an open drain, maintaining a 2” air gap.
7. Connect a product line to the fitting marked PRODUCT WATER.
8. Remove and discard the 5 micron sediment filter (part number 20-1051) that has been
factory installed and Install the supplied 10 micron Carbon Block filter cartridge (part
number 20-5101).
9. Always maintain water flow and pressure to avoid damage to the RO pump.
CAUTION: To ensure proper assembly, all tubing extensions MUST be fully inserted
into fitting bodies, to the tube stops.
10. Plug the power cord into a dedicated 120-volt, 20-amp GFI receptacle.

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2.2 WALL MOUNT DI
The Ameriwater Wall Mount Deionizer should be installed on a wall capable of supporting 50
pounds.
1. Locate the DI Polisher to the right of the SRO, just before the storage tank and within
6 feet from a 120 volt 60 hertz receptacle
2. Assembly should be level when mounted to the wall.
3. Connect tubing from the SRO product flow meter outlet to the Wall Mount DI inlet 1/2”
tube connector on the ball valve. (Figure 2.1)
4. Connect DI to storage tank hose to the 1/2” MPT x 3/4” GHT outlet fitting. (Figure 2.2)

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5. Make sure that the deionizing cartridges are installed in the filter housing and that the
bowls are hand tightened only.
6. Plug transformer into the receptacle and open the inlet and sample port valves.
2.3 STORAGE TANK
1. Locate the storage tank on a firm, level foundation and anchored securely.
2. Connect the Wall Mount DI product outlet hose to the storage tank’s inlet. (Figure 2.2)
3. Connect the 3/4” pump discharge hose to inlet valve on the endotoxin filter assembly.
(Figure 2.3)

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4. Run the float switch quick disconnect from storage tank to the SRO controller and lock
in place. (Figure 2.4)
2.4 ENDOTOXIN FILTER
1. Locate and install the Endotoxin-Retentive Filter assembly on or near the wall.
2. Connect the 3/4” pump discharge hose to inlet valve on the endotoxin filter assembly.
(Figure 2.3)

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3.0 SYSTEM START-UP
WARNING: This Reverse Osmosis System (RO) contains a preservative solution to
prevent microbiological growth and freezing. Discard all product water for
at least two hours of operation before placing the RO in service.
NOTE: As each component is started and flushed of any debris, make sure to divert
loop water to the drain to flush loop of any debris as well.
For 00SRO1095 RO, refer to Manual 98-0150
For 00MW200 Silex Wall Mount Deionizer, refer to Manual 98-0160
For 00HC-0090-PRV Healthcare Storage Tank, refer to Manual 098-0001
For 0021003 Loop Endotoxin Filter, refer to Manual 98-0033
3.1 OPERATION
Once the system has been started, the SRO will continue to make water until the high-level
float switch is tripped on the storage tank. At this point, the SRO will be placed into standby
(tank full) until the low-level float switch is tripped. Once the low level float is tripped, the
SRO will re-initialize and begin to produce water again. In the event that the TDS is above
the pre-determined set-point, the alarm lamp will light and the HI TDS warning message will
show on the display. This warning will clear when the TDS drops below the Setpoint.

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3.2 BYPASS PROCEDURE
This system has a bypass option. The bypass can be used to repair or maintenance
any part of the system. Use the option of bypassing the system, when you have to
remove or maintenance any component of your system (RO, Silex or Storage Tank
Distribution Pump). By using the bypass, you can still receive city water to your
process loop while you repair or maintenance your system components.
Important note:
If you have a return flow line coming back to the storage tank, when using the bypass
the returning water from your process will overflow the tank as the distribution pump is
not removing any water from the tank.
1. Turn off the POWER to the RO and Distribution Pump.
2. Shut off the water supply to the system.
3. Remove the RO water inlet hose from the source.
4. Retrieve the bypass hose and install to the incoming water supply.
5. Connect the CPC connector into the fitting just after the pump on the
storage tank.
6. Turn on the water to begin bypass operation.

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4.0 MONITORING
Under AAMI TIR34 requirements, the below listed items need to be monitored on varying
intervals.
1. Ultra filters are to be monitored daily for a pressure drop. The pressure drop across
the filter that indicates the need for replacement is 15 PSI.
2. Reverse osmosis systems should be monitored in accordance with the facility’s quality
management system, using continuous-reading monitors that measure product water
quality (total dissolved solids). These measurements can provide a measure of
equipment performance.
3. Cartridge filters are to be monitored daily for a pressure drop. The pressure drop
across the filter that indicates the need for replacement is 15 PSI.
4. Water storage tanks are to be monitored monthly for the three listed specifications:
a. Bacterial count –Utility and critical of <10 cfu/mL
b. Tap, softened, deionized water of <200 cfu/mL ²
c. Endotoxin- Critical Water of <10 EU/mL²

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Fill out the monitoring log daily. Having this information available will help to quickly diagnose
issues related to performance. Failure to carry out the daily monitoring and maintenance at
the indicated intervals will result in reduced performance of the SRO system and may void
the warranty.
(SHOULD BE COMPLETED DAILY WHEN THE SYSTEM IS USED)
DATE
SRO PERFORMANCE
PARAMETERS
RECORDED
PARAMETERS
INITIALS
Feed Water Temperature
50ºF - 80ºF
Feed Water Pressure
>20PSI
Pump PSI
100 - 200PSI
Product Flow - GPM
0.55 - 0.76
Reject Flow - GPM
ADJUSTED EQUAL
TO PRODUCT
Product Quality - TDS
< 25ppm
Total Chlorine
< 0.1ppm
Reject PSI
< 135PSI
WALL MOUNT DEIONIZER
Product Quality >100,000OHM when
operating
GREEN LIGHT
STORAGE TANK
Loop Return PSI
>30 PSI
Vent Filter Dry
YES/NO
DISTRIBUTION PUMP
Pump PSI
>65psi
ULTRA FILTER
Filter ΔP
<15PSI
EXCHANGE
10 Micron Carbon Block Pre-Filter
AS NEEDED
Membrane
AS NEEDED
Deionizer Cartridges
RED LIGHT
Storage Tank Vent Filter
YEARLY / WET
Endotoxin Filter Cartridges
>15 ΔP

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5.0 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FREQUENCY
For 00SRO1095 RO,
Pre-filter, part number 20-5101, must be replaced in the event of listed instances
below:
1. High chlorine levels of greater than 0.1ppm
2. Pressure drop across the filter of greater than 15PSI.
Membrane, part number R22-2521, must be replaced in the event of listed instances
below:
1. Fouled - reading of poor quality product water with a TDS of greater than 25ppm.
2. Low product flow rate of less than 0.55gpm.
3. Winterization –Winter Storage
For 00MW200 DI,
DI Cartridge, part number 20-6001, must be replaced in the event of listed instances
below:
1. Red light - the red light warns that the water conductivity is above the threshold
value of 200,000 ohm
For 0185-8000 Storage Tank,
Vent Filter Cartridge, part number 20-3021, must be replaced in the event of listed
instances below:
1. Yearly –Cartridge must be changed on a yearly basis
2. Filter cartridge is wet
For 0021003 Loop Endotoxin Filter,
Endotoxin Filter Cartridge, part number 20-3046, must be replaced in the event of
listed instances below:
1. >ΔP of 15 psi –A differential pressure loss of greater than 15psi.
2. Levels for Bacteria of Endotoxins are exceeded.
3. Yearly
All nine above instances can be identified by following a daily regiment of monitoring as
listed in section 4.0 table.

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5.1 WINTERIZATION
Step 1 –
Disconnect all Power sources.
Filter housings- Open the sample ports to all filter housings in the system (i.e. RO prefilter,
Wall Mount DI, Endotoxin filters) to relieve water pressure. Open filter housings, remove
filters cartridges and discard cartridges. Undo any plumbing connections to the filter housing
that will not allow water to freely drain from the fitting.
Step 2 –
Drain water from system. Open all plugs. Disconnect all joints. Save all plugs and O-rings /
gaskets. (Fig. 5.1)
Step 3 –
Gages –Because gages are liquid filled. Remove from RO, Storage Tank and from
Endotoxin Filter. Store in an area above 34 degrees F. Gages are located on face plate of the
RO and top of the Pre filter housing, Return on the Storage Tank and the inlet and outlet of
Endotoxin filter. (Fig. 5.1)
Step 4 –
Membranes –Remove membranes from housings and discard. Disconnect joints to
membrane. Remove all water pooling in any joints. Remove any connection that will not allow
water to free flow out of it. Uncouple the product line and drain all water. Remove any fitting
that will not allow water to flow freely out of it. (Fig. 5.1)
Step 5 –
RO Pump Assembly –Disconnect all fitting to the pump assembly. Allow pump housing to
completely drain.
Step 6 –
Demand pump –MQ pump. Remove drain cock on the MQ pump and allow to drain.
Step 7 –
Wall Mount DI –Open DI housings, remove DI cartridges and discard cartridges. Completely
drain housings. Once housings are drained, put housing O-rings in housing bowl.

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Figure 5.1

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6.0 UNIQUE COMPONENT PART NUMBERS
UNIQUE COMPONENT PARTS (NON-DURABLE COMPONENTS)
PART #
DESCRIPTION
20-6001
FILTER CARTRIDGE,MIXED BED DI,20"x2.5",11000 mg/L
20-3046
FILTER CARTRIDGE ABSOLUTE ENDOTOXIN PALL,0.2 MICRON, 2.5" x
20", 222
20-5101
FILTER CARTRIDGE CARBON BLOCK, 10 MICRON, 2.5" X 10", DOE
0185-0070
TANK,VENT,FILTER,ASSY,.5",2.5x10,.75
20-3021
VENT,FILTER CARTRIDGE SUBMICRON, 0.2 MICRON, 2.5" X 10", DOE
R22-2521
MEMBRANE, 2.5 X 21 ( System requires quantity of 3 )
24-0031
O-RING,LARGE FOR 24-0024 2.5" SST HOUSING ( RO Membrane )
24-0035
O-RING, 4x26, 24-0024 END CAP 2.25, and 40' SS HSG, SMALL BLUE
O-RING ( RO Membrane )
21-0035
O-RING,FLTR,HOUS,#10 “SLIMLINE”, BLUE/BLK, .50I/O,NO PR
( Prefilter, Vent Filter and DI )
21530233
O-RING,FLTR HSG,10IN BB,SQ THD ( Loop Endotoxin Filter Assembly)
*Call AmeriWater or your AmeriWater distributor for pricing.
For 00SRO1095 RO, refer to Manual 98-0150
For 00MW200 Silex Wall Mount Deionizer, refer to Manual 98-0160
For 00HC-0090-PRV Healthcare Storage Tank, refer to Manual 098-0001
For 0021003 Loop Endotoxin Filter, refer to Manual 98-0033
7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
For 00SRO1095 RO, refer to Manual 98-0150
For 00MW200 Silex Wall Mount Deionizer, refer to Manual 98-0160
For 00HC-0090-PRV Healthcare Storage Tank, refer to Manual 098-0001
For 0021003 Loop Endotoxin Filter, refer to Manual 98-0033