Erie water treatment pHneutralizer Series User manual

© 2014erie watertreatment TM-EN-pHneutralizer-Rev2014.06
Technical Manual
WATER FILTER - pH correction

TABLE OF CONTENT
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Table of content...................................................................................................................Page 2
Warning & Safety instructions..............................................................................................Page 3
Operating conditions & Requirements .................................................................................Page 4
Assembly..............................................................................................................................Page 5
Installation...........................................................................................................................Page 6
Start-up................................................................................................................................Page 7
Electronic control panel.......................................................................................................Page 8
Maintenance........................................................................................................................Page 12
Hydraulic flow diagrams.......................................................................................................Page 14
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................Page 15
Electrical wiring diagram......................................................................................................Page 16
Default parameter settings ..................................................................................................Page 17
Exploded view -System........................................................................................................Page 18
Exploded view - Timer head.................................................................................................Page 20
Exploded view - Valve body..................................................................................................Page 22
Technical data......................................................................................................................Page 24

WARNING & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Before you begin the installation of the water filter, we advise you read
andcarefully follow the instructions contained in this manual. It contains
importantinformationaboutsafety,installation,useandmaintenance of
the product. The actual system that you have received, may differ from
the pictures/illustrations/descriptions in this Technical Manual.
Failure to follow the instructions could cause personal injury or damage
to the appliance or property. Only when installed, commissioned and
serviced correctly, the water filter will offer you many years of trouble-
free operation.
The water filter is intended to improve certain parameters of the water.
The water filter will not purify polluted water or make it safe to drink!
Installation of the water filter should only be undertaken bya competent
person, aware of the local codes in force. All plumbing and electrical
connections must be done in accordance with local codes.
Before settingupthe water filter,makesuretocheckitforanyexternally
visible damage; do not install or use when damaged.
Use a hand truck to transport the water filter. To prevent accident or
injury, do not hoist the water filter over your shoulder. Do not lay the
water filter on its side.
Keep these Instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are
familiar with the content.
Thewaterfilterisdesignedandmanufacturedinaccordancewithcurrent
safety requirements and regulations. Incorrect repairs can result in
unforeseen danger for the user, for which the manufacturer cannot be
held responsible. Therefore repairs should only be undertaken by a
competent technician, familiar and trained for this product.
In respect of the environment, this water filter should be disposed of in
accordance with Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
requirements.Refertonational/locallawsandcodesforcorrectrecycling
of this water filter.

OPERATING CONDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS
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APPLICATION LIMITATIONS:
incoming pH:
pHneutralizer: 6,0 - 7,0
pHneutralizerXL: 5,0 - 6,0
If the pH of the incoming water is below the stated levels, insufficient
correctionof thepHmay occur,i.e.thepHat theoutletofthe waterfiltermay
not be raised as expected.
incoming hardness: max. 100 mg/L as CaCO3(= 10 °f or 5,6 °dH); at higher
hardness levels the water filter will still function, but the filter media will
become ‘caked’, reducing its lifespan; increasing the regeneration frequency
(i.e. reducing the number of days between 2 regenerations) may prevent this
from happening.
outgoing hardness: as a result of the dissolution of the filter media, the water
hardness atthe outlet ofthe filter will increase;a watersoftener maybecome
necessary.
OPERATING PRESSURE: min. 2,0 / max. 8,3 bar
this system is configured to perform optimally at an operating pressure of 3
bar (±½ bar); in case of a higher operating pressure the performance may be
affected negatively!
if installed on a well, verify that the well pump is powerful enough to provide
sufficient flow rate for the regeneration cycle.
check water pressure regularly.
installa pressure reducer ahead of thewater filter if necessary.
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: min. 4 / max. 38 °C
do not install the water filter in an environment where high ambient
temperatures (e.g. unvented boiler house) or freezing temperatures can
occur.
thewaterfiltercannotbeexposedtooutdoorelements,suchasdirectsunlight
oratmospheric precipitation.
do not install the water filter too close to a water heater; keep at least 3 m of
pipingbetweentheoutlet ofthewaterfilterandthe inletofthewaterheater;
water heaters can sometimes transmit heat back down the cold pipe into the
control valve; always install a check valve at the outlet of the water filter.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION: 230V-50Hz
this water filter only works on 24VAC; it is equipped with a 230/24V-50Hz
transformer; always use it in combination with the supplied transformer.
make sure to plug the transformer into a power outlet, which is installed in a
dry location,with theproper rating and over-current protection.

ASSEMBLY
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For ease of transportation and installation, the filter
media is NOT loaded in the pressure tank, but delivered in
separate bags of 1 Cuft; it must be loaded on-site, after
positioning of the pressure tank.
The gravel underbedding is already preloaded in the
pressuretank.
FILTER MEDIA LOADING
1. Move the pressure tank to the correct installation
location; position it on a flat and level surface. Make sure
to leave enough space for ease of service.
2. Position the riser assembly upright and centred in the
pressure tank; plug the top of the riser tube with a piece
of tapeorclean rag,toprevent filter mediafromentering
the tube.
3. Place a funnel on the pressure tank opening and fill the
pressure tank with the filter media; make sure the riser
assembly remains centered in the pressure tank.
4. Rinse the pressure tank opening to remove any filter
media from the threaded section.
5. Unplug the top of the riser tube.
CONTROL VALVE
6. Make sure the O-ring in the riser insert and the tank O-
ring(aroundthethreadedsectionofthecontrolvalve)are
in the correct position.
7. Screw the top distributor onto the control valve.
8. Lubricate the threaded section of the pressure tank, the
top of the riser tube and the tank O-ring of the control
valve; use a silicon-based lubricant.
9. Lowerthecontrolvalvestraightdownontotherisertube,
until the riser tube is correctly inserted in the riser insert;
then push it down firmly and screw it onto the pressure
tank.

INSTALLATION
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INLET & OUTLET
Check the water pressure at the place of installation of
the water filter; it should never exceed 8,3 bar.
We strongly recommend the use of flexible hoses to
connectthewaterfiltertothewaterdistributionsystem;use
hoses with a large diameter in order to limit the pressure
loss.
If thewater filterisnotequipped withthefactorybypass
(optional), we strongly recommend to install a 3-valve
bypasssystem(notincludedwiththisproduct!)toisolatethe
water filter from the water distribution system in case of
repairs. It allows to turn off the water to the water filter,
while maintaining (untreated) watersupply to the user.
WITH FACTORY BYPASS (optional)
Picture 1
= mains water supply (untreated water)
= inlet of water filter (untreated water)
= outlet of water filter (treated water)
= house/application (treated water)
1. Screw the factory bypass onto the in/out ports on the
control valve (&); make sure to install the gasket
seals. Tighten the nuts firmly by hand.
2. Screw the connection kit with nuts onto the factory
bypass (&); make sure to install the gasket seals.
Tighten the nuts firmly by hand.
3. Connect the mains water supply to the adaptor on the
inlet port of the factory bypass ().
4. Connect the house/application to the adaptor on the
outlet port of the factory bypass ().
WITH 3-VALVE BYPASS SYSTEM (not included)
Picture 2
= inlet of water filter (untreated water)
= outlet of water filter (treated water)
1. Install the 3-valve bypass system.
2. Screw the connection kit with nuts onto the in/out ports
on the control valve (&); make sure to install the
gasket seals. Tighten the nuts firmly by hand.
3. Connectthe3-valvebypasssystemtotheadaptorsonthe
in () and out () port of the control valve.
4. Connectthemainswatersupplytotheinletofthe3-valve
bypass system().
5. Connectthehouse/applicationtotheoutletofthe3-valve
bypass system().
DRAIN
We recommend the useof a stand pipe with air trap.
To prevent backflow from the sewerage system into the
water filter,always install and use the included air gap with
doublehosebarb,toconnectthedrain hosetothesewerage
system.
Lay-out the drain hose in such a way that pressure loss
is minimized; avoid kinks and unnecessary elevations.
Make sure that the sewerage system is suitable for the
rinse water flow rateof the water filter.
Picture 3
1. Install the air gap to the sewerage system; it fits over a
32 mm pipe or inside a 40 mm pipe adaptor. Ensure a
permanent and watertight connection.
2. Connect a 13 mm hose to the drain connection of the
control valve (); secure it by means of a clamp.
3. Run the drain hose to the air gap and connect it to one of
the hose barbs; secure it by means of a clamp. This drain
lineoperatesunderpressure,soitmaybeinstalledhigher
than the water filter.
ELECTRICAL
Picture 4
1. Plug the transformers output lead into the socket on the
control valves power cord; secure it by means of the
TwistLock clamp.
2. Plug the transformer into an electrical outlet.

START-UP
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PRESSURIZING
1. Make sure the bypass system is in 'bypass' position.
2. Make sure the electronic controller of the water filter is
in service mode.
3. Open the mains water supply.
4. Open a cold treated water faucet nearby the water filter
and let the water run for a few minutes until all air is
purged and all foreign material that may have resulted
from the installation is washed out; close the tap.
5. Gently pressurize the water filter, by putting it into
service:
factorybypass:
1. open the 'outlet' valve;
2. slowly open the 'inlet' valve.
3-valvebypass:
1. close the 'bypass' valve;
2. open the 'outlet' valve;
3. slowly open the 'inlet' valve.
6. After 2-3 minutes, open a cold treated water faucet
nearby the waterfilter and let thewater run until all airis
purged from the installation and the filter media is
properly rinsed (it is normal for the rinse water to show
some discoloration!); let the water run until the rinse
water is clear; close the tap.
7. Check the water filter and all hydraulic connections for
leaks.
Calcium/magnesium will be added to the water when it
passes through the water filter, to raise its pH. As a
consequencethehardnessofthetreated water willberaised
also!
ELECTRONIC CONTROL PANEL
8. Program the electronic controller.
PERFORM REGENERATION
9. Manuallyinitiate a regeneration, by pressing the scroll
button repeatedly until the display shows:
10. Leave the water filter in this position; the countdown
timer will countdown to 0 sec and start a regeneration.
Regen in 10 sec

ELECTRONIC CONTROL PANEL
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Picture 5
symbol
button
function
SCROLL
to advance to the next
parameter
UP
to increase the value of the
parameter
DOWN
to decrease the value of the
parameter
POWER-UP
After power-up, the power LED will light up and the display
will show the installedsoftware version, f.e.:
After5seconds,itwillautomaticallyrevertbacktotheservice
mode.
POWER FAILURE
In the event of a power failure, the program will remain
stored in the NOVRAM®duringan undefined period,while an
incorporated SuperCap (capacitor) will maintain the correct
time of dayduring a period of several hours; consequently, in
case of prolonged powerfailure,the timeof day might notbe
maintained; if this happens, the time of day will be reset to
8:00 when the power supply is re-established, while the
indication will flash, indicating that the time of day needs to
be set.
When the power failure occurs during the execution of an
automatic regeneration, the control valve will remain in its
last position; when the power supply is re-established, the
control valve will return to the service position, stay there for
60 sec. and restart a complete regeneration from the
beginning.
TIMER FAILURE
In the event of a timer failure, the display will show the
message:
If powering off/onthe waterfilter doesn’t solvethis problem,
professional service is required.
SERVICE MODE
In service mode the display shows the time of day and the
number of days remaining until the next regeneration:
REGENERATION MODE
In regeneration mode the display shows the remaining
regeneration time and the remaining cycle time:
The control valve can be reset to service mode at any timeby
pressing the scroll button, as such manually advancing it
through the regeneration cycles.
MANUAL REGENERATION
It is possible to manually initiate a regeneration.
1. Press the scroll button repeatedly until the display
shows:
If the control valve is left in this position, the
countdown timer will countdown to 0 sec and start a
regeneration.
To cancel this mode, press the scrollbuttonbefore
the countdown timer has reached 0 sec; the control
valve will return to the service mode.
2. Press the scroll button again if you want to manually
advance the control valve to the next regeneration cycle.
DRIVE MOTOR SPEED
The drive motor of the control valve, that drives the valve
body to its different regeneration positions, will start-up at
low speed to reduce its noise level. To increase the speed of
the drive motor, simply press the scroll button as soon as
the drive motor is activated.
Service Required
Rgn:123 CycY:456
EZRFTg EZ Rot0.8
8:00
7 DAY REM
Regen in 10 sec
20:51 7 DAY REM

ELECTRONIC CONTROL PANEL
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PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS –
INSTALLER
Beforeenteringthe programming mode, makesurethat
the control valve is in the service mode.
1. Press the scroll button; the display will show:
Press the up or down button to set the
language.
2. Press the scroll button again; the displaywill show:
Press the up or down button to set the time of
day.
3. Press the scroll button again; the displaywill show:
Press the up or down button to set thenumber
of days between regenerations.
The regeneration cycle is necessary to prevent ‘caking’
ofthefiltermediaduringthe service cycle,which mayresult
inanincreaseofpressuredropoverthewaterfilter.Typically
a regeneration every 7 days should be sufficient. In case of
high flow rates, excessive water usage or a high
concentration of impurities in theincoming water, it may be
necessary to lower the number of days between
regenerations.
Language:English
Set time: 20:51
Interval:7 Days

ELECTRONIC CONTROL PANEL
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PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS -
PARAMETER SET LEVEL
All configuration parameters on this water filter have
been pre-programmed in the factory, to offer optimal
performance ina wide range of applicationsand situations.
See table at the end of this manual for default factory
parameter settings. Nevertheless it may be necessary or
desirable to change any of these parameters, to further
optimize the water filters performance or to adapt it to the
specific requirementsof the installation.
Beforeenteringthe programming mode, makesurethat
the control valve is in the service mode.
1. Press the scroll button and hold it for 5 sec until the
displayshows:
2. Within 10 sec, press the up button; the display will
show:
Press the up or down button to set the length
of the regeneration cycle.
Pressthescrollbuttonagaintoadvancetothenext
regeneration cycle.
Cycle 1
Backwash
Cycle 2
Purge
3. Press the scroll button again; the displaywill show:
Press the up or down button to set the time of
regeneration.
4. Press the scroll button again; the display will show:
Press the up or down button to save the
program into the NOVRAM® and exit the
programming level.
System Check
Cycle 1: 8 min
Regen @ 0:00
Exit

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MAINTENANCE
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ROUTINE CHECKS
Regularlytheusershouldperformabasicchecktoverifyifthe
water filter is functioning correctly, on the basis of the
following control points:
1. Check settings of electronic control panel.
2. Check water composition before/after water filter.
3. Check drain line from control valve; there shouldn’t be
any water flow(unless water filter is in regeneration).
4. Check water filter and surrounding area; there shouldn’t
be any water leakages.
BYPASSING THE WATER FILTER
Occasionally it may benecessarytoput theunithydraulically
in bypass,i.e. to isolate it fromthe water distribution system;
f.e.:
replenishment of filter media;
in case of an urgent technical problem;
when it is not necessary to supply treated water to the
house/application.
WITH FACTORY BYPASS (optional)
Picture 6.a
SERVICE POSITION
= inlet valve to water filter is OPEN
= outlet valve from water filter is OPEN
Picture 6.b
BYPASSPOSITION
= inlet valve to water filter is CLOSED
= outlet valve from water filter is CLOSED
Picture 6.c
MAINTENANCE POSITION
= inlet valve to water filter is OPEN
= outlet valve from water filter is CLOSED
WITH 3-VALVE BYPASS SYSTEM (not included)
Picture 7.a
SERVICE POSITION
= bypass valve is CLOSED
= inlet valve to water filter is OPEN
= outlet valve from water filter is OPEN
Picture 7.b
BYPASSPOSITION
= bypass valve is OPEN
= inlet valve to water filter is CLOSED
= outlet valve from water filter is CLOSED
Picture 7.c
MAINTENANCE POSITION
= bypass valve is OPEN
= inlet valve to water filter is OPEN
= outlet valve from water filter is CLOSED
FILTER MEDIA
The filter media inside this water filter consists of 'self-
sacrificing' minerals, that dissolve in the acidic water to raise
its pH to neutral level. In order to maintain the optimum
performance of the water filter, the filter media needs to be
replenished regularly. Ideally the level of filter media inside
thepressuretankiskeptbetween1/2and2/3ofthepressure
tank height. The frequency of replenishment depends on the
water usage and pH of the incoming water, but is typically
once or twice per year.
Picture 8
Theusershouldmakesurethereisalwaysasufficientamount
of filter media in the pressure tank. Therefore he should
periodically check the level of filter media and refill it if
necessary. The easiest way to do this is by holding a bright
light against the semi-transparent pressure tank, so that the
top level of the filter mediainside thepressure tank becomes
visible.
If the level of filter media has dropped below the minimum
level, the user should refill it.
1. Put the bypass system of the water filter in 'bypass'
position.
2. Manuallyinitiate a regeneration, by pressing the scroll
button repeatedly until the display shows:
3. Leave the water filter in this position; the countdown
timer will countdown to 0 sec and start a regeneration.
4. Wait until the drive motor has driven the controlvalve in
backwash position; the display will show:
5. Wait for 10-15sec forthe pressure inside the waterfilter
to be relieved.
6. Unscrew the cap from the media fill opening on the
pressure tank.
7. Via the media fill opening, pour filter media in the
pressure tankas needed to reach the desired height.
8. Clean the threaded section of the media fill opening and
screw the cap back on.
9. Manuallyinitiate a regeneration, by pressing the scroll
button repeatedly until the display shows:
10. Put the bypass system of the water filter back in 'service'
position.
Regen in 10 sec
Rgn: 10 Cyc1: 8
Regen in 10 sec

MAINTENANCE
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SANITIZING THE WATER FILTER
This water filter is manufactured from premium quality
material and assembled insafe conditions toassureit is clean
and sanitary. If installed and serviced correctly, this water
filter will not infect or contaminate your water supply.
However, as in any 'device' plumbed-in in your water
distribution system, a proliferation of bacteria is possible,
especially in case of 'stagnant water'. Therefore this water
filter will automatically rinse the filter media periodically.
If the power supply to the water filter is disconnected for a
longer period of time, we recommend, when the power
supply is re-established, to manually initiate a complete
regeneration.

HYDRAULIC FLOW DIAGRAMS
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SERVICE BACKWASH
PURGE

TROUBLESHOOTING
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PROBLEM
C
AUSE
S
OLUTION
Untreated
water to
service
Open or defective bypass
C
lose
orreplace
bypass
Water
filter
in regeneration
Wait until regeneration finishes or
manually
advance regeneration to end
Valve
bodyand timer out of synchronisation
Synchronise valve body and timer
Low
level
of
filter
media
Replenish filter media
Excessive service flow rate
Lower service flow rate
Increasefiltercapacitybyincreasingvolumeoffilter
media
Leak at riser
tube
Verify that riser tube is seated correctly and is not
cracked
Water filter
fails to
start a regeneration
Faulty electrical supply
Verify electrical service (fuse, transformer,...)
Defective PCB
Replace PCB
Defective
drive motor
Replace
drive
motor
Regeneration frequency not programmed
Program regeneration frequency
Loss of water pressure
B
uild
-
up
of impurities
in
pressure
tank
Clean
filter media
and control valve; increase
regeneration frequency
Plugged lowerand/or upper distributor
Verify that distributors are free of debris
Crushed lower and/or upper distributor
Replace distributor(s)
Control valve cycles
continuously
Defective drive motor micro switch
Replace drive motor micro switches
Defective PCB
Replace PCB
Drain line
from control
valve flows
continuously
Water filter
in regeneration
Wait until regeneration finishes or
manually
advance regeneration to end
Faulty electrical supply
Verify electrical service (fuse, transformer,...)
Defective
drive motor
Replace
drive
motor
Defective microswitch
Replace micro switches
Defective PCB
Replace PCB
Valve body and timer out of synchronisation
Synchronise valve body and timer
Loss of
filter media
Lower and/or upper distributor damaged
Replace distributor(s)
Leak
between riser tube and upper distributor
Verify that riser tube is seated correctly and is not
cracked
Water filter fails to
backwash properly
Low operating pressure
Check
operating pressure; must
be higher than
2,0
bar
Insufficient watersupply
Check water supply(flow rate/dynamicpressure)
Restricted drain line
Verify drain linefor kinks or restrictions
Excessiveb
uild
-
up
ofimpurities
in
pressure
tank
Clean
or replace
filter media
and control valve;
increase regeneration frequency
Plugged backwash flow control
Clean
or replace backwash flow control
Plugged top or bottom distributor
Verifythattopandbottomdistributorarecleanand
slots are not clogged by iron or other impurities
Filter media is completely ‘caked’(solid
block)
Replace filter media and reduce regeneration
interval

ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAM
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 
= position switches

= power lead

= drive motor

= auxilliary contact (24V, max. 500mA)

= key pad

DEFAULT PARAMETER SETTINGS
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Model pHneutralizer pHneutralizerXL
Filter media, quantity (Cuft - Ltr) 1 - 28 1,5 - 42 1 - 28 1,5 – 42
Interval (days) 7 7 7 7
Cycle 1:BACKWASH (min) 8 8 8 8
Cycle 2: SLOW RINSE (min) 0 0 0 0
Cycle 3:PURGE (min) 2 2 2 2
Regen@ 0:00 0:00 0:00 0:00

EXPLODED VIEW - SYSTEM
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EXPLODED VIEW - SYSTEM
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Item PN Description Remark (*)
1 PT/1040/BA/DH Pressure tank 10x40 1 Cuft 
PT/1054/BA/DH Pressure tank 10x54 1,5 Cuft 
2 39042 Calcite multiple of 0,5 Cuft 
39043 Calcite/Corosex (70-30% mix) multiple of 0,5 Cuft 
3 A1000 Gravel (4,3 kg) to be ordered per kg
4 38534 Riser tube assembly to be cut to length 
5 28/298/11 Transformer 230/24V - 50 Hz, 24VA, EuroT plug 
6 287/166/LS Top distributor 
7 2400TF/JN/AUX Control valve
8 568/303/1 Connection kit 1” BSP male
9 38522 Drain hose to be ordered per meter
10 38521 Clamp, drain hose (2x)
11 74163 Air gap with double hose barb
(*) Recommended Spare Part

EXPLODED VIEW - TIMER HEAD
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