Arctica DBA-150 User manual

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SPECIFICATIONS
-TI TITANIUM CHILLER
Power Supply:115Volt 60Hz
IC Electronic Temperature Controller
Ozone Friendly Refrigerant (R-134a)
DBA-150
DBE-200 DBA-075 DBM-250
OWNER’S MANUAL
TITANIUM CHILLER

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1-1.Warning Icons
1-2. Data Lable
2. INTRODUCTION
3. RECEIVING AND INSPECTION
4. INSTALLATION
4-1. Installation to Aquarium (or Tank)
4-2. How to Connect Hose
5. GETTING STARTED
5-1. Start Up
6. MAINTENANCE
6-1. Operation To Be Carried Out Every 6 Months
Table 1 Chiller Speifications
Figure 1 Electrical Digram
Figure 2 Part name for Chiller
Figure 3 Exploded View and Part Name
1~2
3
3
4
4
5
5
6
7
7
8
9
10~11

1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:To guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be observed,
including the following:
a) READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
b) DANGER:To avoid possible electric shock, special care should be taken since water
is employed in the use of aquarium equipment. For each of the following situations, do not
attempt repairs by yourself; return the appliance to an authorized service facility for service
or discard the appliance:
1. If the appliance falls into the water, DON'T reach for it! First unplug it and then retrieve it.
If electrical components of the appliance get wet, unplug the appliance immediately.
2. Carefully examine the appliance after installation. It should not be plugged in if there is water
on parts not intended to be wet.
3. Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, or if it is malfunctioning or has
been dropped or damaged in any manner.
4. To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug or receptacle getting wet, position aquarium stand
and tank to one side of a wall-mounted receptacle to prevent water from dripping onto the
receptacle or plug.A "drip loop", shown in the figure below, should be arranged by the user for each
cord connecting an aquarium appliance to a receptacle, or the connector if an extension cord is
used, to prevent water traveling along the cord and coming in contact with the receptacle.
If the plug or receptacle does get wet, DON'T unplug the cord.Disconnect the fuse or circuit
breaker that supplies power to the appliance.Then, unplug and examine for presence of water
in the receptacle.
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Drip Loop

c) Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
d) To avoid injury, do not contact moving parts or hot parts such as heater, reflectors, lamp
bulbs, and the like.
e) Always unplug an appliance from an outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off
parts, and before cleaning. Never yank cord to pull plug from outlet.Grasp the plug and pull to
to disconnect.
f) Do not install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to the weather or to
temperatures below freezing.
h) Make sure an appliance mounted on a tank is securely installed before operating it.
i) Read and observe all the important notices on the appliance.
j) If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with a proper rating should be used.A cord rated for
less amperes or watts than the appliance rating may overheat.Care should be taken to arrange
the cord so that it will not be tripped over or pulled.
k) This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).As a safety feature,
this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse
the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Never use with an extension cord
unless plug can be fully inserted. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
l) Make sure the chiller is not allowed to overheat, chiller MUST have a minimum clearance of
1 foot before the intake of condenser and 1 foot behind the exhaust to evacuate heat.
m) Chiller should NOT be placed inside a cabinet stand.This will impede air flow and may
reduce the efficiency of the chiller, and may cause permanent damage to appliance.
n) Always check water connections before operation for leaks.
CLEANING
It is important to keep this appliance clean.Always unplug the appliance before performing
maintenance or cleaning of the exterior of this chiller.Wipe exposed surfaces carefully with a
damp terry cloth to remove any dust or mineral deposits which may collect over time. Make
sure all surfaces are dry before re-plugging into an electrical outlet.
SERVICING
In order to assure proper electrical connections and polarity, replacement parts and servicing
should be performed by a qualified electrician.
OPERATION
Please carefully read the entire "Owner's Manual" for proper operation procedures before
proceeding with turning on this appliance.
SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS
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1-1.Warning Icons
Warning Icons in this manual are boldfaced for emphasis.The signal words DANGER,
WARNING and CAUTION are used to indicate hazard seriousness levels as follow:
1-2. Data Label
The Chiller data lable contains identification information. If the data label is missing or
damaged, contact your local distributor and request a replacement.
DANGER- Immediate hazard which WILL result in severe injury or death.
WARNING- Hazard or unsafe practice which COULD result in severe injury
or death
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DBA-150
115Volt-1PH-60Hz
1/5Hp / 150W
D.B.95¢ W.B.77¢
5.0A
R-134a / 0.55 lbs
142.2 / 298.6 PSIG
Serial NO.
Model
Power Supply
Compressor Hp/Output
Rating Condition
Input Amperes
Refrigerant/Total Charge
Design Pressure Lo/Hi
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5.3A / 860WCooling Amps.Watts
2,400 BTU/hCooling Capacity
TITANIUM CHILLER
TitaniumHeat Exchanger
DBE-200
115Volt-1PH-60Hz
1/4Hp / 180W
D.B.95¢ W.B.77¢
6.0A
6.4 A / 1,000W
R-134a / 0.66 lbs
142.2 / 298.6 PSIG
Serial NO.
Model
Power Supply
Compressor Hp/Output
Rating Condition
Input Amperes
Cooling Amps.Watts
Refrigerant/Total Charge
Design Pressure Lo/Hi
3,000 BTU/hCooling Capacity
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TITANIUM CHILLER
TitaniumHeat Exchanger
DBM-250
115Volt-1PH-60Hz
1/3HP / 250W
D.B.95¢ W.B.77¢
7.2A
R-134a / 0.803 lbs
142.2 / 298.6 PSIG
Serial NO.
Model
Power Supply
Compressor Hp/Output
Rating Condition
Input Amperes
Refrigerant/Total Charge
Design Pressure Lo/Hi
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7.7A / 1,300WCooling Amps.Watts
4,000 BTU/hCooling Capacity
TITANIUM CHILLER
TitaniumHeat Exchanger
DBA-075
115Volt-1PH-60Hz
1/10Hp / 75W
D.B.95¢ W.B.77¢
2.6A
2.8A / 450W
R-134a / 0.462 lbs
142.2 / 298.6 PSIG
Serial NO.
Model
Power Supply
Compressor Hp/Output
Rating Condition
Input Amperes
Cooling Amps.Watts
Refrigerant/Total Charge
Design Pressure Lo/Hi
TITANIUM CHILLER
1,270 BTU/hCooling Capacity
TitaniumHeat Exchanger
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3. RECEIVING AND INSPECTION
Inspect the chiller closely when it is received.Record any indication of damage on the delivery
receipt, especially if the chiller will not be immediately uncrated. Obtain the delivery person's
signed agreement to recorded damages to facilitate future insurance claims.
Since the chiller is shipped F.O.B. Factory, the manufacture's responsibility for the shipment
ceases when the carrier signs the bill of lading.
If goods are received short or damaged condition, notify the carrier and insist on a notation
of the loss or damage across the face of the freight bill. Otherwise no claim can be enforced
against the carrier.
If concealed loss or damage is discovered, notify your carrier at once and request an inspection.
This is absolutely necessary. Unless you do this, the carrier will not consider any claim for loss or
damage.The carrier will make an inspection and may grant a concealed damage notation.
If you give the carrier aclear receipt for the goods that have been damaged or lost in transit,
you do so at your own risk and expense.
The manufacturer is willing to assist you in collecting claims for loss or damage.
Willingness dose not make the manufacturer responsible for collecting claims or replacing material.
Claim filing and processing is your responsibility.
2. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the -Titanium Chiller.This powerful cooling system
guarantees consistent water temperatures with the most advanced features on the market.
All models are specifically designed for longterm performance with proper maintenance and
operation and provide the BEST VALUE in the industry.
Quality: 2 Year Limited Warranty on all parts & labor from the date of purchase.
Safety: Arctica Chillers are listed by Underwriters Laboratories & are CE Certified to ensure
that the y meet stringent U.S. & European Safety requirements.
Service: Qualified technicians are available for topics ranging from chiller sizing, performance
troubleshooting, and providing detailed instructions for maintenance procedures.

4-2. How to Connect Hose
1.) method of connecting hose to chiller.
¤Unscrew hose nut and remove rubber gasket.
¤Ł Pull out cork stopper (not needed to run chiller)-Discard.
¤Ø Insert hose elbow into hose nut.
¤Œ Insert hose elbow into rubber tighten.
¤º Screw onto chiller and hand tighten.
¤Connect rubber tubing over threaded portion of hose elbow.
¤Fasten hose clamp to secure hold.
2.) Checking equipment connection.
4. INSTALLATION
Place the chiller in a ventilated place and away from sources of heat, making sure that the front
and rear of the chiller have at least 1 foot clearance for air flow.The chiller must have proper air
flow to function correctly. DO NOT PLACE INSIDE AQUARIUM STANDSTHAT ARE ENCLOSED!
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Hose/Tubing(Not Included)
Connector
Cork Stopper
-Remove & Discard
Hose Clamp(Not Included)
Hose Elbow
Hose Nut
Cork Stopper
Rubber Gasket
Chiller Thread
Chiller
Checking connections
between parts
Hose Elbow
Large 3/4" 2PCS
Medium 5/8" 2PCS
Small 1/2" 2PCS
These units have been perfomance tested and may contain
moisture in the heat exechange chamber.
Remove and discard cork stopper before connecting
pipe/hose to the chiller.
4-1. Installation to Aquarium (or Tank)
1. Connection of outside
circulation pump 2. Connection of circulation pump in the filter 3. Connection of inside circulation pump

5. GETTING STARTED
5-1. Start Up
1.) Once all connections are made, circulate water through chiller before turning on the unit.
2.) Check all connections for leaks.
3.) Verify electricity rating, and then plug power cord into a dedicated electrical outlet.
4.) This unit has been factory-set at 77¢.
5.) The Digital Display will read the current water temperature.
6.) The light indicator will begin to blink.
7.) Chiller will automatically turn on within 3 minutes.
8.)Your chiller has now been activated.
* This unit contains an Auto Digital Temperature Control System.This built-in thermostat will
turn itself on/off within +/-1¢according to the desired set temperature.
* Erro representationl
The thermostat has self-diagnostic funcition, so the letters below will be appeared display
if error occurs
Indication Descriptions
Overcooling
Short circuit
Short circuit
Abnormal signal
of sensor
Please try to check and repair it following instructions below.
Otherwise, contact us for warranty service.
Please check it if the water temperature is below -5¡(celsius degree)
the sensor is out of order, or there is bad connetion before repairing.
Please check it if there is short circuit due to pressed or torn sensor
wire before repairing.
Please check it if the sensor wire is disconnected before repairing.
Please check it if there is any damage to the sensor wiring.
or water soaked into the joints before repairing.
Changing setting temperature Example:To change setting temperature rang from 77¢ to 79¢
Press the UP button
for 5 seconds. The Decimal Point will
blink.Depress the UP
button once the number
starts to blink.
Set to desired temperature
setting by pressing UP or Down
buttons.
The new temperature setting
will blink and be stored in the
memory chip after 10 seconds.
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CalibratingWaterTemperature withTemperature Controller
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Table 1 CHILLER SPECIFICATIONS
Press the UP and DOWN buttons
simultaneously for 5 seconds. "CA"
will appear on display screen.
Calibration Procedure Example :The actual water temperature is 65¢ ,but the thermostat
indication is 70¢.(The actual temperature differs from the
thermostat indication.)
The newly calibrated
temperature setting will blink
and be stored in the memory
chip after 10seconds.
Depress both buttons when "CA" changes
to numbers.The numbers on the display is
a reading of the current water temperature
from the chiller's integrated probe.
Calibrate to you tank's current water
temperature by pressing the UP or DOWN
buttons and depress.
It is recommended that you calibrate your chiller to your current water temperature upon
intial installation.
6-1. Operations To Be Carried Out Every 6 Months
ƒUCleaning of the condenser
Remove the suction grill and clean the ribbed condenser fins with a vacuum cleaner
or jet of air to clean dust and debris from impeding air flow.
ƒUCleaning of the Heat exchanger
The elimination of deposits of impurities, bacteria, or metabolic waste not captured by
the pre-filter are vital for the performance of this chiller. Circulate clean water in the
opposite direction through heat exchange chamber for 30 minutes.
6. MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Always unplug the chiller from the electrical outlet when performing maintenance procedures
115Volt 1ph 60Hz
50~95 Fahrenheit
Ozone Friendly R-134a
3/4", 5/8", 1/2"
POWER SUPPLY
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE RANGE
REFRIGERANT TYPE
INLET/OUTLET
MODEL
*AQUARIUM CAPACITY
COMPRESSOR
FLOW RATE in GPH (Min.
/ Max.)
WEIGHT
DBA-075
75 Gallons
1/10 Hp
240 / 960
44 LBS
DBA-150
150 Gallons
1/5 Hp
480 / 1320
49 LBS
DBE-200
200 Gallons
1/4 Hp
480 / 1920
51 LBS
DBM-250
250 Gallons
1/3 Hp
480 / 2400
61 LBS
*Aquarium Capacity is dependent on equipment used and pull down delta.

ELECTRIC WIRING DIAGRAM OF ARCTICA
MODEL:DBA-075/DBA-150/DBE-200/DBM-250
Figure 1
Electrical Diagram
TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER
CHILLER
COMP.
FAN
PCB
O.L.P
C
PTC
INPUT VOLTAGE
AC115V 1Ph 60Hz
POWER INLET
FUSE
TEMP. SENSOR CONECTOR 2P
CONECTOR MALE 4P
SKY
BRAWN
WHITE
T.P
12VAC
T1
CONECTOR
FEMALE 4P
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DBA-075/DBA-150/DBE-200
DBM-250
TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER
Figure 2
Part Name for Chiller
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Water temperature or
setting temperature
(factory-set 77¢)
Cooling lamp
UP button DOWN button
Temperature
controller
Temperature
controller
Suction grill
Suction grill
Exhaust grill
Exhaust grill
Fuse
Fuse
Inlet
Inlet
Outlet
Outlet
Power plug
Power plug

Figure 3
Exploded View and Part Name
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DBA-075
DBA-150
DBE-200
ƒ TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER
ƒ GRILL
ƒ HOSE ELBOW
ƒŁ SOCKET(1)
į RUBBER GASKET(1)
ƒŒ SOCKET(2)
ļ RUBBER GASKET(2)
ƒ CASE
ƒ CHILLER
ƒ RUBBER GASKET
ƒ SOCKET(3)
ƒ FAN BLADE
ľ FAN MOTOR ASS'Y
ľ - 1 FAN BLADE
ľ - 2 MOTOR
ľ - 3 BRACKET
ƒ CONDENSER
ƒ REFRIGERANT COMPRESSOR
ƒ CABLE BRACKET
ƒı BASE PANEL
ƒ MOUNTING GROMMET

DBM-250
Figure 3
Exploded View and Part Name
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ƒ TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER
ƒ GRILL
ƒ HOSE ELBOW
ƒŁ SOCKET(1)
į RUBBER GASKET(1)
ƒŒ SOCKET(2)
ļ RUBBER GASKET(2)
ƒ - 1 CASE(1)
ƒ - 2 CASE(2)
ƒ - 3 CASE(3)
ƒ CHILLER
ƒ RUBBER GASKET
ƒ SOCKET(3)
ƒ FAN BLADE
ľ FAN MOTOR ASS'Y
ľ - 1 FAN BLADE
ľ - 2 MOTOR
ľ - 3 BRACKET
ƒ CONDENSER
ƒ REFRIGERANT COMPRESSOR
ƒ CABLE BRACKET
ƒı BASE PANEL
ƒ MOUNTING GROMMET

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