Raritan SeaEra Toilets User manual

Pressurized
Freshwater Model SeaWater Model (Remote Pump) SeaWater Model (Integral Pump)
The SeaEra toilet is a powerful centrifugal macerating toilet that thoroughly breaks down waste.
SeaEra Toilet
OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
THE FOLLOWING ARE CAUTIONARY STATEMENTS THAT MUST BE READ AND
FOLLOWED DURING BOTH INSTALLATION AND OPERATION.
WARNING: Raritan Engineering Company, Inc. recommends that a qualified person or electrician install this
product. Equipmentdamage,injurytopersonnelordeathcouldresultfromimproperinstallation.
RaritanEngineeringCompany,Inc.acceptsnoresponsibilityorliabilityfordamagetoequipment,
injuryordeathtopersonnelthatmayresultfromimproperinstallationoroperationofthisproduct.
WARNING: HAZARD OF SHOCK OR FIRE
Always use recommended fuse, circuit breaker and wire size.
Motors used with this product are “Ignition Protected”. They are not however, explosion-
proof as defined in 46CFR 110.15-65(e), Subchapter J-Electrical Engineering.
DO NOT run continuously for more than 30 seconds.
WARNING: HAZARD OF FLOODING - Always shut off seacock(s) before leaving the boat unattended.
Double clamp all below waterline hose fittings and check frequently for integrity.
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Press push-button switch and hold until all
waste is cleared from the toilet bowl.
• No special toilet paper is required.
• Water should appear in the bowl within ten
seconds. If not, see troubleshooting section.
• Hard objects or stringy substances (paper
towels, feminine hygiene products, filter
cigarettes, etc.) must not be thrown into the
toilet as they will cause damage.
• Always shut off seacock(s) before leaving the
boat unattended.
OPERATION
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Young children should NOT be left unsupervised
around toilet. Serious injury or death could occur.
WARNING: DO NOT place hands in toilet
bowl without disconnecting
power. A sharp blade is used for
maceration of waste.
We offer an optional “child safety switch” which is
designed to make it difficult for young children to
operate toilet without adult supervision. For more
information, contact Raritan Technical Support
(1-800-352-5630).
WARNING: Children can drown in water
retained in the bowl.
CAUTION: Seat and/or lid could close and
strike child.

Clean Gasket
and Gasket
Contact Surfaces
Thoroughly
Unscrew Tighten
Cleaning Instructions
IMPORTANT: Do not use cleaners thatcontain
ammonia, ethyl acetate, phosphoric acid or
concentrated chlorine bleach. These may cause
damage to the toilet.
Using C.P. a bio-enzymatic toilet bowl cleaner
(available from Raritan Engineering) will keep the
bowl clean and fresh smelling.
Recommend Visual Inspection
✔For leaks at toilet and hose connections
✔Hose clamps
✔Condition of hoses
✔Seacocks
✔Condition of wires and connections
✔In-Line Strainer (if you have one)
Cleaning In-Line Strainer
(Sea Water Models only)
1. Shut off intake seacock.
2. Unscrew bowl.
3. Remove filter.
4. Clean bowl and filter with a clean cloth.
5. Clean gasket and gasket contact surfaces
thoroughly.
6. Replace gasket, filter and bowl.
7. Open seacock.
8. Check for leaks.
MAINTENANCE
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C.P.
Bowl
Filter

WINTERIZING
IMPORTANT
• Improper winter lay up is a major cause of
marine toilet failure.
• Use only nontoxic antifreeze.
• Flush toilet several times to clear waste
from system.
• Disposeofallantifreezein accordancewith
local and federal regulations.
• Winterize holding tanks, plumbing,
treatment systems (MSD’s), etc.
independently following manufacturer’s
instructions.
Pressurized Freshwater Models
Parts Required
• 1" (25mm) or 1 1/2" (38mm) I.D.discharge
hose, approximately 3 feet (1m) long
• Two buckets
• Nontoxic antifreeze approximately 1 quart
(1 liter)
Steps
1. Close discharge seacock.
2. Shut off intake water at source.
3. Turn off power to unit.
4. Disconnect and drain discharge hose.
5. Disconnect intake hoses fromvacuumbreaker
and place in one of the buckets.
6. Connect hose to toilet’s discharge and place
in other bucket.
7. Pour antifreeze in bowl.
8. Turnonpowerto unit andflushuntilantifreeze
isremovedfromthebowlandwaterisdrained
from the solenoid and hose.
9. Disconnect power to toilet.
10. Reconnect intake hoses to vacuum breaker.
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Pressurized Freshwater Model
Nontoxic
Antifreeze

Integral and Remote Intake Pump Models
Parts Required
3/4" (19mm) I.D. intake hose approximately 3 feet
(1m) long.
1" (25mm) or 1 1/2" (38mm) I.D. discharge hose
approximately 3 feet (1m) long.
Two buckets
Nontoxic antifreeze approximately 1 quart (1 liter)
Steps
1. Close the intake and discharge seacocks.
2. Turn off power to unit.
3. Disconnect anddrainintakehose, dischargehose
and In-Line Strainer.
4. Connect short hoses to toilet’s intake and
discharge.
5. Place one bucketunderhose connected to toilet’s
discharge.
6. Pour nontoxic antifreeze in other bucket.
7. Place hose connected tointakepumpintobucket
with antifreeze.
8. Turn on power to unit and flush toilet until
antifreeze begins to be discharged from toilet.
9. Disconnect power to toilet.
RECOMMISSIONING
1. Using the buckets, hoses and approximately one
gallon (3.8 liters) of clean fresh water, flush
antifreeze out of the toilet (see Winterizing).
Dispose of antifreeze in accordance with local
and federal regulations.
2. Reconnect the intake and discharge hoses and
open both seacocks and water source valve.
3. Check all connections for leaks with several test
flushes. SYSTEMSTART-UP
1. Open seacock(s).
NOTE: Pressurized freshwater models; open water
source valve.
2. Turn on power to toilet.
3. Flush toilet per Operation Instructions.
4. Check for leaks.
IMPORTANT: If toilet does not flush properly
or if water does not enter the bowl within 10
seconds, refer to Troubleshooting.
Nontoxic
Antifreeze
SeaWater Model (Integral Pump)
SeaWater Model (Remote Pump)Nontoxic
Antifreeze
WINTERIZING
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SPECIFICATIONS
Pressurized Freshwater Model - Recommended Wire and Fuse/Circuit Breaker Size
6 5/8" (16.8cm)
19 3/4" (52.1cm) Household
17 1/2" (44.5cm) Marine 14 3/8" (36.5cm) Household
13" (33cm) Marine
11 1/8" (28.3cm)
14 7/8"
(37.8cm)
Household
14 1/2"
(36.8cm)
Marine
14 7/8"
(37.8cm)
Household
14 1/2"
(36.8cm)
Marine
193/4"(50.2cm)Household
163/4"(42.6cm) Marine
13 3/8" (34cm)
Pressurized Freshwater or Remote SeaWater Model Integral SeaWater Model
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SeaWater Model - RecommendedWire and Fuse/Circuit Breaker Size
Plumbing CONVERSIONS
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Mounting Toilet
Mounting surface must be flat and solid.
1. Install seat on toilet.
2. Remove motor cover.
3. Place toilet where it will be located.
Make sure there is room to route hoses.
Make sure seat will open properly.
4. Mark location oftoiletbase mounting holes
on mounting surface.
5. Drill holesfortoiletmounting bolts/screws.
NOTE: Hole size will depend on type of bolt/
screwsused(5/16" [8mm] size bolts/screws are
recommended).
6. Secure toilet to surface.
INSTALLATION
Additional Parts Required
• Four stainless steel mounting bolts or lag
screws (minimum 1/4" [6mm]) and washers
• 1"(25mm)or11/2"(38mm) I.D. discharge hose
• 3/4" (19mm) I.D. reinforced intake hose
• 3/4" (19mm) and 1" (25mm) or 1 1/2" (38mm)
hose clamps (two for each connection below
waterline)
• Wire
• Terminals
• Fuse/circuit breaker
Parts Included
All Complete Toilets
Toilet Bowl
Seat and Cover
Lower Base Assembly
Motor Cover
Push Button Switch
Sea Water Model
3/4" Hose Barb - straight fitting (2)
3/4" Hose Barb - 90° fitting
Plug Fitting
In-Line Strainer with fittings
3/4" Stainless Steel Hose Clamps (2)
Pressurized Freshwater Models
Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker (PLAVB0-5)
Solenoid Valve with fittings
Solenoid Valve Mounting Bracket
Tools Required
• 5/16" nut driver
• Wrench or screw driver
• 5/8" (16mm) drill bit
• Bit for drilling mounting surface
• Wire cutters
• Wire terminal crimpers
• Hose cutters
• Tape measure

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90° Rotation of Toilet Bowl
Toilet bowl can be rotated 90° on the base, for
installing in confined locations.
NOTE: SeaEra Models with Integral Pump:
Replace existing hose from the intake pump to the
toilet bowl with a longer hose.
1. Determine which direction bowl is to be
mounted.
2. Remove hose at back of toilet (Sea Water
Model with Integral Pumps ONLY).
3. Remove four vinyl caps at the base of toilet
bowl.
4. Remove four nuts and shoulder washers.
5. Carefully remove toilet bowl from base.
6. Rotate toilet bowl to desired position.
7. Replace four shoulder washers, nuts and vinyl
caps.
NOTE: Tighten nuts carefully and evenly. Do
Not over tighten.
Mounting Push Button Switch
• Mount Push Button Switch in an accessible
location.
• Make certain wires can be routed to Push
Button Switch.
• Wire terminals must have clearance when
installed.
1. Drill 5/8" (16mm) hole.
2. Attach wires to Push Button Switch terminals
(see wiring section).
3. Install Push Button Switch through back of
mounting surface.
4. Install waterproof nut on Push Button Switch.
5. Secure in place with inner nut.
Install the Warning Label (L322) where it can
be easily seen.
INSTALLATION
1/4" Minimum clearance from terminals to any object
Inner Nut

INSTALLATION
Mounting Water Solenoid Valve
(Pressurized Freshwater Models Only)
1. Locate valve on a solid flat surface in an area
that is dry and well ventilated.
2. Mark and drill holes for water solenoid mounting
bracket.
NOTE: Holesizewilldependon type of bolts/screws
used(1/4"[6mm] size bolt/screwsarerecommended).
3. Mount bracket.
4. Install fittings provided (PLA7) on valve’s inlet
and outlet ports.
5. Attach valve to bracket. hoses must be installed
according to flow markings on valve body.
Mounting Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker
(Pressurized Freshwater Model only)
1. Install fittings as shown.
2. Locate mounting area that is a minimum of 6"
(15.3cm) above toilet.
3. Secure where top is in horizontal position.
Mounting In-Line Strainer
(Seawater Models Only)
Make sure strainer bowl is tight.
1. Locate strainer where it will be accessible.
2. Mark and drill mounting holes.
NOTE: Holesizewilldependon type of bolts/screws
used (1/4" [6mm] size bolts/screws are
recommended).
3. Install fittings provided (PLA7) on strainer’sinlet
and outlet ports.
NOTE: Use thread sealant.
4. Mountstrainer. Hosesmustbe installed according
to flow marking on strainer top.
Mounting Remote Intake Pump
(Remote Pump Models Only)
1. Remote intake pump must be mounted on a
flat solid surface in an area that is dry and well
ventilated.
2. Mark and drill mounting holes.
NOTE: Holesizewilldependon type of bolts/screws
used. (1/4" [6mm] size bolts/screws are
recommended).
3. Mount pump. Do not over tighten bolts.
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Flow Marking
From
Pressurized
Freshwater
Source
OUT
PLA7
To inlet port of
vacuum breaker
IN
Min. 6”
(15.3 cm)

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INSTALLATION
Discharge Lines
1. Connect quality sanitation hose 1"
(25mm) or 1 1/2" (38mm) I.D. to
discharge fitting on toilet.
2. Run hose to appropriate device (i.e.:
treatment system, holding tank, etc.).
PLUMBING
WARNING: Hazard of Flooding
Toilets mounted at or below the waterline
must have a vented loop installed in the
discharge line. The top of the vented loop
must be a minimum of 4" (10cm) above
the waterline at the boats greatest angle
of heel (see vented loop manufacturer’s
instructions).
SeaWater Models must also have a vented
loop installed between the intake pump
and the toilet bowl.
Double clamp all below waterline
connections.
IMPORTANT
• Fittings and 90° bends should be kept
to a minimum.
• In-Line Strainer must be installed on
Sea Water Models per Installation
Instructions. Failuretodoso may void
Warranty.
• Discharging untreated sewage is
forbiddeninallU.S.waterswithin the
three-mile limit.
• Thru-hull fittings and seacocks must
be installed where they are easily
accessible.
• Use only quality reinforced hoses.
• Secure all hoses properly.
Pressurized Freshwater Model
Installed AboveWaterline
SeaEra
Toilet
Vacuum
Breaker
Water
Solenoid
Valve
Discharge
HoldingTank
Pressurized Freshwater
Source
Waterline
Shut off
Valve
SeaWater Model with Integral Pump
Installed BelowWaterline
SeaEra
Toilet Waterline
Intake Vented
Loop
Intake
Seacock
Remote
Intake
Pump
In-Line
Strainer
Discharge
Seacock
Discharge
Vented
Loop
Intake
Seacock
HoldingTank
SeaEra Toilet
Y Valve
In-Line
Strainer
Lectra/San
Waterline
Waterline
Waterline
Remote Intake Pump Model
Mounted AboveWaterline
Discharge
Seacock
Waterline
Discharge
Vented
Loop
Lectra/San
1 1/2" (38mm)
Discharge Fitting
1" (25mm)
Discharge Fitting
Hose