Aries HIGH PURITY WATER SYSTEM Manual

ARIES
HIGH PURITY WATER SYSTEM
Operation & Maintenance
Manual
Version 1.1a

ARIES FilterWorks, a division of ResinTech, Inc. * 160 Cooper Road * West Berlin, NJ 08091
Phone: [phone] * Fax: [phone] * www.arieswater.com
Thank you for purchasing the ARIES High Purity Water System. For optimum performance and safety please
read and follow these instructions carefully.
You have a quality, world class water treatment system that will provide ultrapure water for many years of trouble
free operation. Years of engineering and practical experience went into manufacturing this appliance which will
dispense Ultra High Purity Water. To assure that you operate and maintain this unit properly and safely please
read this manual carefully.
In order that we may keep you informed regarding your unit, please take a moment to complete and mail the
owner registration card provided with this appliance.
If you have any questions concerning the operation of the unit, or need service, refer to section 11.0
"REQUESTING SERVICE". When requesting service you will need the model and serial number, as well as the
purchase date of your unit and the name of the dealer you purchased it from. For your convenience record this
information below:
Model Number: __________________________ Date: __________________________
Serial Number: ___________________________ Dealer: __________________________
Contact: _________________________________ Phone: _________________________
Cartridge #1 _____________________________Part Number ____________________
Cartridge #2 _____________________________Part Number ____________________
Cartridge #3 _____________________________Part Number ____________________
Options Installed: _______________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

ARIES FilterWorks, a division of ResinTech, Inc. * 160 Cooper Road * West Berlin, NJ 08091
Phone: [phone] * Fax: [phone] * www.arieswater.com
Table of Contents
Section Description
1.0 Important Safeguards
2.0 Glossary of Terms
3.0 General Description
3.1 Principles of Purifying Water
4.0 Product Specifications
5.0 Before Using Your Dispenser
5.1 Setup
5.2 Installing the Cartridges
5.3 Startup Procedure
5.4 Initial Polishing of new cartridges
6.0 Display & Keypad Functions
7.0 Maintenance
7.1 Changing the UV lamp
7.2 Replacing the Filter Cartridges and Final Filter
8.0 Sanitization
9.0 Options and Accessories
10.0 Requesting Service
11.0 Trouble Shooting Guide
12.0 Charts and References
13.0 Warranty

ARIES FilterWorks, a division of ResinTech, Inc. * 160 Cooper Road * West Berlin, NJ 08091
Phone: [phone] * Fax: [phone] * www.arieswater.com
1.0 Important Safeguards
When using this electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the
following:
•READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS before use.
•Follow all WARNINGS and INSTRUCTIONS marked on the product.
•DO NOT immerse appliance in water or other liquid. Use a soft cloth and mild detergent when
cleaning the unit.
•DO NOT remove the exterior covers with unit power applied.
•DO NOT remove the ultraviolet lamp (if installed) with unit power applied.
•DO NOT look directly at the ultraviolet lamp (if installed) with unit power applied.
•DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged or frayed power cord. To disconnect the power
cord, grip the plug and pull it from the wall outlet, NEVER PULL ON CORD!.
•DO NOT use this appliance outdoors. This appliance is intended for commercial, industrial,
institutional, and professional use. Use of this product in a manner other than recommended
herein, may void the warranty.
•DO NOT operate this appliance without it being connected to an adequate water supply and purged of
air or damage to the pump may occur.
•DO NOT allow the cord to hang over the edge of a counter top or to touch hot surfaces. NOTE: If
an extension cord is used, verify that the rating of the extension cord is equal to or greater than
the rating of the appliance.
•Refer servicing of a defective or damaged unit to the factory or an authorized dealer.
•The use of attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may adversely affect the water
purity or cause appliance damage and void its warranty.
•Avoid contacting the dispensing outlets with any foreign materials or hands to prevent
contaminating them.

ARIES FilterWorks, a division of ResinTech, Inc. * 160 Cooper Road * West Berlin, NJ 08091
Phone: [phone] * Fax: [phone] * www.arieswater.com
2.0 GLOSSARY of TERMS
The following terms are used throughout this text. Please take a few moments to familiarizeyourself with them
so that the information and instructions within are clear.
TERM DESCRIPTION
LED Light Emitting Diode, is a semiconductor indicating device used for the status indicators
on the operator control panel of this unit.
LCD Liquid Crystal Display, is a semiconductive display device used in the operator
control panel of this unit.
TOC Total Organic Carbon. The identification of organic carbon in water is helpful to
assure successful water system operation. Trace organic chemicals can interfere
with highly sensitive reactions and alter biological processes.
TDS Total Dissolved Solids conduct electricity. This conductivity allows you to measure the
concentration of salts directly in parts per million (ppm). Higher TDS increases the load on
the deionizing cartridges.
SDI Silt Density Index, is a scale for determining the amount of suspended solids in water that
exceed 0.45 microns in size. A regulated flow is passed through a 0.45 membrane and
the flow, time, and pressures are plotted to arrive at the index number. Higher SDI
numbers result in premature fouling of resin and filters.
HPC Heterotrophic Plate Count, formerly known as the standard plate count, is a
procedure for estimating the number of live heterotrophic bacteria in water and
measuring changes during water treatment and distribution.

ARIES FilterWorks, a division of ResinTech, Inc. * 160 Cooper Road * West Berlin, NJ 08091
Phone: [phone] * Fax: [phone] * www.arieswater.com
3.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This ultrapure water dispensing system has been
engineered to consistently produce Type I ultrapure
water. The system is user-friendly, requires minimal
space and maintenance, and harmonizes with
existing laboratory equipment, all at a low initial
investment and low operating cost.
A central dispensing station can supply the high
quality water needs of one lab bench or an entire
laboratory. The system may be free standing or wall
mounted where bench space is limited.
A continuously cycling recirculation pump
polishes the water assuring the highest quality water
is always available, and a high resolution digital
monitor is built-in for continuous display of water
purity.
A timer controller operates the recirculation
pump, solenoid valve and resistivity meter. Bright
LED’s let you monitor overall system performance at
a glance. The quick connect cartridge system makes
replacing filters a simple task.
For optimum performance the Aries High Purity
Water System may require reverse osmosis,
distillation, or deionizing pretreatment. The feed
water quality will determine the necessary
pretreatment, if any. Optional pretreatment systems
are available to operate from tap water that does not
meet feed water specifications.
3.1 PRINCIPLES OF PURIFYING WATER
•Mixed Resins are used for polishing purity
levels from pre-treated, filtered, RO, distilled,
or DI water to a maximum of 18.17 megohms
resistivity.
•.2 micron final filter for Bacteria removal.
•Timer Controller runs system automatically for
30 minutes every 2 hours to keep bacterial
from blooming.
•WAKE Button interrupts system standby to
start 30 minute run cycle.
•A high resolution digital purity monitor
displays the ionic purity of the treated water
in Megohms to two decimal places. The user
never has to guess how pure the water is.
The built-in pump will recirculate the water for
the highest available purity.
•Optional Ultraviolet Irradiation is used for
organic reduction & bacterial reduction
•Optional .05 micron absolute filter for pyrogen
reduction.

ARIES FilterWorks, a division of ResinTech, Inc. * 160 Cooper Road * West Berlin, NJ 08091
Phone: [phone] * Fax: [phone] * www.arieswater.com
4.0 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
Design Features:
•1.8 lpm flow with final filter
•3.7 lpm Flow without final filter
•Exceeds 18 Megohm Type I Water
•Timer Control polishing cycle
•Digital Purity Monitor (standard)
•Natural FEP, ABS and Polypro Fittings
& Tubing to Prevent Contaminants
•& Leaching.
•Silent Magnetic Drive Polishing Pump
•UV Protected Dispensing Nozzle
•Quick Connect cartridges require no tools to
replace.
•Three cartridges.
Options & Accessories:
•220 volt Operation with external transformer
•UV Combination for Bacteria and TOC
•Wall Mounting Kit
•Reverse Osmosis Pre-treatment Packages
•Re-circulating Spray Gun
•0.05 micron Pyrogen removal filter
Typical Applications:
Media Prep
Tissue Culture
Glass Wash
DNA/NRA testing
Liquid & Ion Chromatography
Atomic Absorption
Physical Properties:
Dimensions (WxHxD): 20” x 25” x 7 _”
50.8 cm x 63.5 cm x x18.4 cm
Weight:Shipping 23 lbs (10.4 Kg)
Wet 43 lbs (19.5 Kg)
Power Requirements: 115vac, 60hz,
[230 vac 50 hz available]
Feed Water Requirements:
Reverse osmosis, distillation or
deionization quality or tap water that meets the
following:
Conductivity: < 150 uMhos
TOC: < 100 ppb
Silt Density Index: < 2
Pressure: 20 - 50 psi [1.4-3.5 bar]
Connection: 3/8"OD tube
Temperature: < 80°F (< 27°C)
Treated Water:
Dispense flow: up to 3.7 lpm [1 gpm]
Purity: > 18 M_/cm
Temperature rise: < 5°c [9°F] above feed

ARIES FilterWorks, a division of ResinTech, Inc. * 160 Cooper Road * West Berlin, NJ 08091
Phone: [phone] * Fax: [phone] * www.arieswater.com
5.0 BEFORE USING YOUR DISPENSING SYSTEM
This section includes instructions for initial installation and start-up of the unit. Described herein are selection of
unit location, unit unpackaging, and connection of unit to the water and electrical supplies. Also described are
cartridge installation, purging of trapped air, and initial flush.
5.1 Setup
•Select a location for the unit which is in close proximity to the water supply and electrical supply
connections. If the unit has been purchased with the WALL MOUNTING option, select a wall which will
support a 55 pound load on 16 inch stud centers or provide wall backing material.
•If the water supply does not already have an isolation valve for servicing the ARIES, install one ahead of
the unit connection.
•Carefully remove all of the packaging material and tape used for shipping purposes, and position the unit
in its operating location.
•Install the nipple and right angle valve into the unit outlet
•Install the final filter into the outlet valve.
•Using the tube fittings provided with the unit, connect the unit inlet to the water supply.
( DO NOT open the supply isolation valve at this time.)
5.2 Installing the Cartridges
•There are three (3) cartridge positions. The water flows from left to right. Any pretreatment filters must
be installed in position #1 (furthest from the display) and a polishing filter must be installed in position
#3 (closest to the display).
•Locate the water purifying cartridges selected for your system. Unwrap the filters, remove the shipping
plugs and affix the labels.
•Place the large opening at the bottom of the filter onto the plunger. Push the cartridge down and tilt
back until the filter is aligned with the top post. Allow the filter to slide up over the upper fitting and
gently rotate left and right to insure a good seal with the top and bottom O-rings.
•Repeat above procedure for filters #2 and #3.
•Filters should always be installed in the 1,2,3 order and removed in reverse – 3,2,1.
5.3 Start up procedure
•Plug in the unit. The electrical outlet should be properly grounded and fused.
•Open Outlet valve and place a container underneath
•Slowly turn on the water supply to the unit and correct any leaks at the supply connections.
•Turn unit on at the power switch and allow water to flow. Water will be visible filling the cartridges upflow
from the left to the right. Allow the air to bleed from the system thought the outlet valve and into the
container.
•When all air has been purged from the system close the outlet valve and the system will run normally.
•Check connections and cartridges for leaks.

ARIES FilterWorks, a division of ResinTech, Inc. * 160 Cooper Road * West Berlin, NJ 08091
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5.4 "INITIAL POLISHING" of New Cartridges
•Cartridge may require up to 24 hours to rinse up to 18.17 Megohms.
•4 liters of water should be run thought the filters as an initial purge of the system
•We recommend a sample be collected in an appropriate sterile sample container and tested for water
purity. Periodic laboratory water testing to confirm the effectiveness of the treatment process is the
owners' responsibility.
6.0 DISPLAY AND KEYPAD FUNCTIONS
Be sure you understand the function of each button before using them.
•Function Keys:
WAKE Wakes the unit up form the Stand By mode and initiates the 30 minute polishing
cycle.
(NOTE: The Wake key must be pressed longer than 1/2 second or unit will not wake up.
)
POWER Turns on the power, starts the timer controller
STAND BY Amber LED is on when the unit is in Stand By mode. Solenoid, pump and meter
are powered down.
POLISHING Green LED is on when the unit is running, Solenoid, pump and meter are on.
•Resistivity Meter – Refer to the separate Model 414R-HP
manual

ARIES FilterWorks, a division of ResinTech, Inc. * 160 Cooper Road * West Berlin, NJ 08091
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7.0 MAINTENANCE
This unit was designed and manufactured to have the ability to produce the purest water that can be obtained
for laboratory usage. It purifies water that meets or exceeds the specifications recommended by CAP, ASTM,
for Type I Reagent Grade Water when it is operated and maintained according to these instructions.
•The ultraviolet lamp (if installed) must be changed once each year.
•The resin cartridges must be replaced when the purity meter indicates the water purity is below your
requirements or every 6 months.
•The exterior surfaces may be wiped clean with a mild detergent and a soft cloth to keep the unit
clean and new looking.
7.1 Changing the UV Lamp
•It is not necessary to turn off the water supply to replace the lamp.
•The UV lamp may be turned off by switching the POWER switch to the off position.
•Remove the top cover by removing the phillips head screws that attach it. Gently lift the top cover up
and left, and set it aside.
•Unclasp the clamps that hold the stainless steel body of the UV light. Gently lift the body up about 2
inches to allow clearance for bulb removal.
•Pull gently on the bulb socket to disengage the wire from the bulb. Slide the old bulb out of the UV
body and discard.
•Grasp the new UV lamp by the plastic end and slide it inside the body making sure the 4 contact
prongs stick out of the unit. Re-attach the bulb socket and wire making sure that the contacts seat
firmly into the socket.
•Gently push UV body back into the bracket. Squeeze clamps until the click firmly about the UV body
•Replace the top cover and turn the unit on.
WARNING!! ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Before removing the top cover, disconnect the power cord. FAILURE to do so could result in electrical
shock or personal injury.
Hold the UV lamp by the plastic ends ONLY. DO NOT touch the glass. Finger prints and oils from your
hands will etch the glass and reduce UV life & performance.
If the lamp should become oily or dirty, clean it with a clean soft tissue or cloth wetted with isopropyl
alcohol.

ARIES FilterWorks, a division of ResinTech, Inc. * 160 Cooper Road * West Berlin, NJ 08091
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7.2 Replacing the Filter Cartridges and Final Filter
The cartridges are expendable items which have a finite capacity to deionize and polish the water. When the
digital display indicates the purity is less than your minimum requirements, the DI resin cartridges have
exhausted their capacity to perform. Cartridge should be replaced every 6 months as a matter of routine
maintenance. The final filter should be changed every time the cartridges are replaced
•Turn the unit off using the power switch.
•Open the outlet valve and leave open to purge any excess pressure. Use a container to catch any
water that may splash from the outlet.
•Place a wad of paper towels around each plunger to absorb the small amount water that will come out
of the filters, plungers and/or upper fitting.
•Remove the three cartridges starting with Cartridge #3. Push down on the cartridge gently and tilt
forward. Quickly remove the filter and discard in the trash. There will be some residual water inside the
filter. Water will come out the outlet valve (still open) when the cartridge is depressed.
•Remove cartridge’s #2 and #1 in this order using the same procedure above. When the plunger is
depressed some water will come out of the upper fitting next to the filter.
•Dry the unit and replace the cartridges as described in Section 5.2, Installing the Cartridge.
•The used cartridges may be disposed of in the same manner as any water filter cartridge.
•Replace the Final Filter with a new one each time the filter cartridges are replaced.
8.0 SANITIZATION
See Sanitization Kit for instruction. Sold Separately.

9.0 OPTIONS and ACCESSORIES
FOR CARTRIDGES – USE ARIES FILTERWORKS VP SERIES CARTRIDGES
9.1 220 Volt Operation (HPA-008)
The ARIES can be made to operate on 220 Volt 50/60 hz version with the addition of an external step down
transformer..
9.2 Wall Mounting Bracket (N/A)
Where counter space is limited, a Wall Mounting Bracket is available to support the ARIES Unit from any wall
that can support a 55 pound load on two 16 inch centers. Note: Depending on materials of wall construction,
backing material may be required.
9.3 ARIES HPL-RO, Reverse Osmosis Pretreatment Package (HPL-RO)
When available feed water quality fails to meet the minimum requirements pretreatment with Reverse Osmosis
will increase ultimate water purity and increase cartridge life. Consult ARIES Filter Work or you water treatment
dealer for further information.
9.4 Aries HPL-RO Replacement Cartridge Kit (AFK-005)
Replacement cartridge kit includes (1) 5.0 micron prefilter, (1) GAC carbon filter, and (1) 1.0 micron post filter
9.5 Aries HPL-RO Replacement Membrane (AM-12-7010)
Replacement membrane is a thin film composite PA membrane with 100 GPD output.
9.6 Combination UV system for Bacteria and TOC Reduction (HPA-002)
Ultraviolet light system with a combination of 185 nm and 254 nm wavelengths for bacteria sterilization and total
organic carbon (TOC) reduction.
9.7 Replacement Bulb for Combination UV system (HPA-003)
Replacement bulb with 4 pin connection. Dual wavelength bulb.
9.8 Replacement pump for Aries System (1200103)
110 VAC pump with _” MNPT connections
The following options & accessories are supplied as kits and include detailed instructions for
assembly onto the basic design
The use of attachments or accessories not approved by this manufacturer may adversely
affect the water purity or cause appliance damage and void the warranty.
For questions regarding these and other options & accessories that may be available for
system specific needs, or for components to aid installation, please contact an authorized
dealer in your area or contact the factory.

9.9 Recirculating Spray Gun with Recirculation (HPA-001)
When remote dispensing or spraying of high purity DI water is a requirement, a Hand Dispense/Spray Gun Kit
is available for the ARIES. This spray gun incorporates a unique recirculation system to provide a continuous rinse
of ultrapure water through it. Installation is simple with coiled tubing for maximum flexibility. A threaded gun tips
allows for installation of a final filter.
9.10 Bacteria final capsule filter, 0.2 Micron (PF-00-6402)
0.2 micron absolute rated final capsule filter. _” MNPT x _” hose barb connection. Includes filling bell.
9.11 Pyrogen removal Final Filtration, .05 Micron (PF-00-6505-HN)
0.05 micron absolute rated final ultrafilter – hollow fiber. _” MNPT x3/8” hose barb connection.
9.12 Blank Sanitization Cartridges (VP-17-0000)
Blank VP Style cartridges for sanitization of unit. (3) required per Aries System. Sanitization kit sold separately.
10.0 REQUESTING SERVICE
Before calling the factory to request service, search the troubleshooting guide below for symptoms which your unit
exhibits, and verify the cause and possible remedies listed. If your symptom is not listed, or the remedy does not
provide a cure, Contact:
160 Cooper Road
West Berlin, NJ 08091
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.arieswater.com
Email: [email protected]
and ask for a customer service representative.
Be prepared to provide the representative with the model number, serial number, date of purchase and any
options that may have been purchased with or added to the unit after purchase (as recorded on page (1) of this
manual.
Next be prepared to describe to our service representative the symptoms that the unit exhibits.

11.0 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOM
CAUSE
REMEDY
Unit will not WAKE up
Wake button pushed too
quickly.
WAKE button must be
pushed at least _ second to
initiate the polishing mode.
Display is off.
No power to the unit or unit in
Stand By mode.
Check the unit is plugged into
a live outlet.
Check the unit's fuse - replace
it if it is blown.
Press the Wake switch to
initiate the polish cycle
Unit blows fuses.
An electrical short exists in the
unit.
Return the unit to the factory
for repairs or have unit
serviced by an authorized
dealer.
Unit will not dispense water.
Supply water is not on.
Confirm that the supply water
is turned on.
Bad Solenoid.
Have unit serviced by an
authorized dealer or return to
factory
A filter cartridge is loaded with
particles and plugged.
No flow
Replace the filter cartridge.
Capsule filter is bound with
air. Open bleed valve
Display indicates water purity
is below set point.
The supply water is improperly
treated.
Test the supply water TDS
add additional treatment.
The resin cartridges are not
seated.
Open cartridge housing and
reseat cartridge.
Resin is exhausted.
Install fresh cartridges.
Resin cartridges exhaust
quickly.
The supply water is improperly
treated.
Test the supply water TDS.
Add additional pretreatment
to obtain higher quality.
Sub-micron filter plugs rapidly.
The supply water has colloids
and is improperly treated.
Perform a Silt Density Test. If
it is higher than 1 add
additional pretreatment.

12.0 REAGENT GRADE WATER
C A P
A S T M
N C C L S
Type
I
Type
II
Type
III
Type
I
Type
II
Type
III
Type
IV
Type
I
Type
II
Type
III
Specific Conductance
(micromho/cm., max)
0.1
0.5
10
0.06
1.0
0.25
5.0
0.1
0.5
10
Specific Resistance
(megohms-cm, min)
10
2.0
0.1
18.0
1.0
4.0
0.2
10
2.0
0.1
pH @ 25_ C (*)
*
*
5.0
8.0
*
*
*
*
5.0
8.0
*
*
5.0
8.0
Silicate, Soluble
(Ig/L, max)
50
100
1000
3.0
3.0
500
N.L.
50
100
1000
Culture/Colony Count
cfu/mL (**)
10
10^3
**
**
**
**
10
10^3
Total Organic Carbon
(TOC), max, Ig/L
100
50
200
N.L.
Sodium, max, Ig/L
1.0
5.0
10
50
Chlorides, max, Ig/L
1.0
5.0
10
50
Note: CAP =College of American Pathologists
ASTM =American Society for Testing and Materials
NCCLS =National Committee for Clinical Laboratory Standards
EU =Endotoxin Units
N.L. =No Limit
* : The measurements of pH in Type I, Type II and Type III reagent water is meaningless and has been eliminated from the
procedure, since the electrodes used in this test contaminate the water.
** :When bacteria levels need to be controlled, reagent grade types should be further classified as follows:
Microbiological contamination: Max heterotrophic bacteria count Type-A 10/1000 mL, 0.03 EU, Type-B 10/100 mL, 0.25
EU, Type-C 100/10 mL.
References :CAP Reagent Water Specifications, 1985, pg 5, 11.
NCCLS Document C3-A2, Vol. 11, No. 13, Pg 8.
Annual Book of ASTM Standards, 1992, Vol. 11.01, D1193-91, Pg 45.

13.0 WARRANTY
Systems and options have a one-year warranty from the date of purchase. If
any component fails to function normally within the first year, return the unit to
the factory prepaid. If in the opinion of the factory, failure was due to defects
in materials or workmanship, repair or replacement will be made without
charge. A reasonable service charge will be made for diagnosis or repairs not
covered by this warranty. ARIES / ResinTech, Inc.assumes no other
responsibility or liability.
This warranty does not cover any product which has been subject to misuse,
neglect, accident or used in violation of operating instructions nor does it
extend to any units altered or repaired for warranty defects by anyone other
than ARIES / ResinTech, Inc.
IN NO EVENT SHALL ARIES / RESINTECH, INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE OR
EXEMPLARY DAMAGES OR LOST PROFITS FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS
WARRANTY OR OTHERWISE.
ARIES / ResinTech, Inc., reserves the right to make changes in design,
specifications and prices without notice.