HARMSCO WaterBetter WBC 170SC-2 User manual

SPECIFICATION WBC 40SC-2 WBC 90SC-2 WBC 170SC-2
Flow rate (GPM) Up to 50 Up to 100 Up to 150
Recommended flow rate (GPM) 35 70 105
Filter area (pleated)* 40 sq. ft. 90 sq. ft. 170 sq. ft.
Pipe sizes, inlet & outlet 2” NPT 2” NPT 2” NPT
Pipe size, drain 1/2” NPT 1/2” NPT 1/2” NPT
Filter height 25-1/8” 35” 46-1/4”
Filter diameter 12” 12” 12”
Floor space required 15”x15” 15”x15” 15”x15”
Service height clearance 38” 58” 79”
Shipping weight (approx.) 36 lbs. 42 lbs. 48 lbs.
Temperature rating** 140° (60°C) 140° (60°C) 140° (60°C)
HOW THEY WORK
Up-flow Design
Air is automatically purged due to principle of up-flow filtration.
Filtered liquid exits the filter at the highest point. A secure lifting
handle prevents cross contamination of filtered and unfiltered
liquid. This patented up-flow design allows Harmsco®to utilize
100% of cartridge surface area, providing efficient filtration. Filter
efficiencies are dramatically improved to provide longer filter
runs and reduced filtration costs. Harmsco®Hurricane®filter
cartridges for the WBC filters are available in a wide range of micron
ratings and may be cleaned and re-used in most applications and
micron ratings.
Three WBC Filter models are available for a wide range of applications.
* Specific cartridge models have various square footage.
** Varies based on pressure and time under load.
HARMSCO®WBC Filters
Installation & Operation Manual
Harmsco®WaterBetter®Band Clamp filters provide clamp band closure convenience.
Models & Specifications
Features
304 stainless steel filter housings
Electropolished for superior finish
Resistant coatings available
Band clamp closure to simplify maintenance
Drill in place legs
CPVC standpipe for up-flow design
World’s largest selection of filter cartridges
WBC 40SC-2
WBC 90SC-2
WBC 170SC-2

Maximum Flow Rate Recommended Flow Rate Model Pleated Filter Area
Up to 50 GPM 35 GPM WBC 40SC-2 40 sq. ft.
Up to 100 GPM 70 GPM WBC 90SC-2 90 sq. ft.
Up to 150 GPM 105 GPM WBC 170SC-2 170 sq. ft.
Up to 300 GPM 210 GPM WBC 170SC-2 (two filters*) 340 sq. ft. (two filters*)
Up to 450 GPM 315 GPM WBC 170SC-2 (three filters*) 510 sq. ft. (three filters*)
Up to 600 GPM 420 GPM WBC 170SC-2 (four filters*) 680 sq. ft. (four filters*)
Up to 750 GPM 525 GPM WBC 170SC-2 (five filters*) 850 sq. ft. (five filters*)
Filter Model Cartridge
Product Code
Nominal
Micron Rating
Cartridge Dimensions
L x OD x ID
Ship Wt./Ctn.
(One Cartridge)
WBC 40SC-2 HC/40-0.35 0.35 9-5/8” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 4 lbs.
HC/40-1 1 9-5/8” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 4 lbs.
HC/40-5 5 9-5/8” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 4 lbs.
HC/40-10 10 9-5/8” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 4 lbs.
HC/40-20 20 9-5/8” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 4 lbs.
HC/40-50 50 9-5/8” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 4 lbs.
HC/40-100 100 9-5/8” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 4 lbs.
HC/40-150 150 9-5/8” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 4 lbs.
HC/40-EZ-CLEAN NR* 9-5/8” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 4 lbs.
WBC 90SC-2 HC/90-0.35 0.35 19-1/2” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 7 lbs.
HC/90-1 1 19-1/2” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 7 lbs.
HC/90-5 5 19-1/2” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 7 lbs.
HC/90-10 10 19-1/2” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 7 lbs.
HC/90-20 20 19-1/2” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 7 lbs.
HC/90-50 50 19-1/2” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 7 lbs.
HC/90-100 100 19-1/2” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 7 lbs.
HC/90-150 150 19-1/2” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 7 lbs.
HC/90-EZ-CLEAN NR* 19-1/2” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 7 lbs.
WBC 170SC-2 HC/170-0.35 0.35 30-3/4” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 10 lbs.
HC/170-1 1 30-3/4” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 10 lbs.
HC/170-5 5 30-3/4” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 10 lbs.
HC/170-10 10 30-3/4” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 10 lbs.
HC/170-20 20 30-3/4” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 10 lbs.
HC/170-50 50 30-3/4” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 10 lbs.
HC/170-100 100 30-3/4” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 10 lbs.
HC/170-150 150 30-3/4” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 10 lbs.
HC/170-EZ-CLEAN NR* 30-3/4” 7-3/4” 3” FPT 10 lbs.
Model AHeight Inlet Outlet Drain
WBC 40SC-2 25-1/8” 2” MNPT 2” MNPT 1/2” FNPT
WBC 90SC-2 35” 2” MNPT 2” MNPT 1/2” FNPT
WBC 170SC-2 46-1/4” 2” MNPT 2” MNPT 1/2” FNPT
WBC Filters
are rated for pressures
to 150 psi
and temperatures
to 140°F.
Hurricane®
Replacement
Cartridges
Sizing
Use the chart shown below to size WBC Filters for your application:
*Parallel installation with valves to isolate filters for service while other filters are operational.
Note: Lower flow rates and pressures result in longer cartridge life. Designing to 70-80% of maximum flow will increase overall performance.
Pressure Drop
The total head loss data shown below was developed by NSF International and indicates pressure drop with
Waterbetter®Filter and one micron filter cartridge in clean water.
WBC Filter Housings Utilize Hurricane®Filter Cartridges
Temperature
&
Pressure
Ratings
Hurricane®replacement
cartridges are available in
a wide range of nominal
ratings, shown right.
Cartridges are rated for
temperatures to 140˚F
and may be used to
separate solids in liquids
with a pH of 3 to 11.
Packaged one cartridge
per carton.
Activated carbon and Poly-Pleat Hurricane®cartridges available. Please see catalog. * NR - not rated
Cartridge Cleaning Instructions
Hurricane®cartridges are made of Polyester Plus™,
a proprietary blend of polyester fibers which can be
cleaned in most applications and micron ratings to
make Waterbetter®filter elements reusable! For best
results, follow the directions described below:
When Cartridge Cleaning
is Possible
Clean cartridge when pressure differential is 12 psi
above startup differential.
Non-cleanable Applications
Replace cartridge when pressure differential is 30 psi
above start-up differential or when flow has diminished
to an unacceptable level, indicating cartridge is at
capacity.
Cartridge Removal
To remove filter cartridge, drain filter housing. Remove
lid. Hold lifting handle and pull upward to remove filter
cartridge from filter housing. Follow cleaning
instructions described herein.
Lid Replacement
Clean o-ring and contacting surfaces of tank and lid.
Reposition o-ring, lid and clamp band making sure that
clamp covers housing flange and lid flange. Tighten
clamp band slowly insuring proper engagement of
clamp to flanges. Continue tightening clamp closure
bolt and, if necessary, strike the clamp with a mallet in
an inward radial direction and all around its circumfer-
ence to prevent sticking between clamp and flanges.
When Cartridge Cleaning is Not Possible
For best results, clean
cartridges with pressure
nozzle using standard
hose. Direct spray at
an angle to remove
particulate (see photo).
Follow these directions
to remove oils, organic
matter, algae and mineral
deposits.
OILS: Soak cartridge in
a solution of tri-sodium
phosphate or similar
strong detergent (2 lbs. to
10 gallons of water). Soak
up to 12 hours for best
results. Rinse after bath.
ORGANIC MATTER, ALGAE: Use tri-sodium phosphate solution
as described above, plus 1 pint of liquid chlorine to kill organic matter
and algae. Soak cartridge one hour or longer until surface is no
longer “slippery.” Rinse after bath.
CALCIUM MINERAL DEPOSITS: Follow directions for “oils”
described above. Soak cartridge for approximately ten minutes in a
solution of one part of muriatic acid to twenty parts of water. Rinse
cartridge thoroughly with water.
Generally, it is not possible to clean Hurricane®filter cartridges when
filtering petroleum-base liquids, toxic substances, and one and
below micron applications.
Note: Pressure gauges are recommended to indicate when cartridge
cleaning or replacement is necessary.
Cartridge Care
Cartridge Cleaning in Aqueous Applications
Caution: Do not rinse cartridges with acid
until oils and organic matter are removed.
Use detergent first and follow with acid bath
for mineral removal. Flush cartridges with water
after muriatic or tri-sodium phosphate baths.
0
10
20 30
40 50
1.2
1.0
0.8
0.6
0.4
0.2
Flow Rate (GPM)
Pressure drop WBC 40SC-2
Total Head Loss (P.S.I.)
020 40 60 80 100
3.0
2.5
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.5
Flow Rate (GPM)
Pressure drop WBC 90SC-2
Total Head Loss (P.S.I.)
040 80 120 160 200
12.0
10.0
8.0
6.0
4.0
2.0
Flow Rate (GPM)
Pressure drop WBC 170SC-2
Total Head Loss (P.S.I.)
Clamp Band #1616
Lifting Handle #362-S
Housing Seal #1626-B
Lid #1602-C
Filter Cartridge
Filter Housing
WBC 90SC-2
(shown)
Cartridge Sub-assembly
Prior to installing cartridge,
thread on lifting handle
securely for proper seal.
Standpipe
4"
OUTLET
2" MNPT
10 1
2
"
55
8
"
DRAIN
1/2" FNPT
A
11 1
2
" REF
10"
INLET
2" MNPT
1/4" FNPT
GAUGE PORT
41
16
"
31
2
"
30°
11 1
2
"
15°
120°
TYP
B
INLET
2" MNPT
OUTLET
2" MNPT
DRAIN
1/2" FNPT
3
8
" TYP
3
4
" TYP
LEG SLOT
DETAIL B, (2X)

Part No. Material Description
362-S Stainless steel Lifting handle for filter cartridge
1602-S Stainless steel Lid with vent
1616 Stainless steel Clamp band
1626-B Rim gasket to seal filter
Options:
1626-V Viton Rim gasket to seal filter
1901-C CPVC Standpipe for WBC 40SC-2
1902-C CPVC Standpipe for WBC 90SC-2
1903-C CPVC Standpipe for WBC 170SC-2
Installation
Install filter using 2” couplers for inlet and outlet with 1/2”
NPT coupler for drain pipe. Shut-off valves should be
installed on inlet, outlet and on drain pipe to be able to
service the filter and isolate it when necessary.
Pressure gauges are also recommended before and after
the filter to easily calculate the pressure differential and to
know when cartridge should be cleaned or replaced.
1/4” FPT Lid Fitting
One-quarter inch FPT fittings are installed
in WBC filter lids for a number of customer
supplied options, including petcock for
pressure relief, pressure gauge, sensor,
thermocouple, etc. This fitting should be
plugged at time of installation if one of these
options is not installed.
Part List
WBC filter parts and components are listed below:
Harmsco®Whole House Filtration Featuring
Harmsco®WBC 40SC-2 Filter
One Filter Covers it All!
Incoming City Water
Irrigation Tap
Cartridges HC/40-1 or HC/40-5 or HC/40-AC
To House
Drinking Water Faucets
Refrigerator / Icemaker
Hot Water Heater
Lavatory Sinks
Shower Heads
Laundry & Utilities
(bypass)
1 Micron
5 Micron
Activated
Carbon
Available From:
Harmsco, Inc. Industrial Filters
Limited Warranty
1. Harmsco, Inc. warrants its line of Industrial Filters to be free of defects in
material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of
installation.
2. The warranty for Industrial Filters ordered with special coatings is limited
only to the recoating of the defective parts due to failure in materials or
workmanship for one year from date of installation.
3. This warranty does not cover any equipment purchased for use in
applications in which the product is not suited. It is the responsibility of
the buyer to determine if a product is suitable for a particular application.
4. THIS WARRANTY EXCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
a. Any fresh water unit installed for salt water use.
b. Damage caused by improper installation, operation or care.
c. Chemical attack.
d. Rubber type parts and normal wear items, i.e. “o” rings, rim gaskets,
wing nuts, pipe caps, holding rods.
e. Any costs of labor or expenses incurred in the removal and/or
installation of Unit, or any surrounding device.
f. Damage caused by galvanic or electrolytic attack.
g. Altering or removing the Harmsco, Inc. information label.
h. Any unit not grounded.
5. Service under this warranty is to be provided by the dealer/distributor who
sold the unit to the distributor. If the dealer/distributor is unable to provide
warranty service, contact:
Harmsco, Inc. P.O. Box 14066
North Palm Beach, Florida 33408, U.S.A.
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
A Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) number must be received from the
above office and placed on all shipments to and correspondence with
Harmsco, Inc. Please be prepared with the following information:
1. Model number and serial number
2. Date of installation
3. Name of installer
4. Nature of problem
5. Yo u r a d d r e s s , t e l e p h o n e n u m b e r a n d e m a i l a d d r e s s .
Lid Fitting
1 Micron
5 Micron
Activated
Carbon
Note: This publication is to be used as a guide. The data within has been obtained from many sources and is considered to be accurate. Harmsco does not assume liability for the accuracy and/or
completeness of this data. Changes to the data can be made without notification. Temperature, Pressure, Flow Rates, Differential Pressures, Chemical Combinations and other unknown factors can
affect performance in unknown ways. Limited Warranty: Harmsco warrants their products to be free of material and workmanship defects. Determination of suitability of Harmsco products for uses
and applications contemplated by Buyer shall be the sole responsibility of Buyer. The end user/installer/buyer shall be liable for the product’s performance and suitability regarding their specific intended
applications. End users should perform their own tests to determine suitability for each application.
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