SpectraPure LLC-S-115 User manual
REV5 2015-09-29
Liquid Level Controllers
INSTALLATION MANUAL
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due to leaks. It is the user’s responsibility to determine that the
system is leak-free by monitoring installation for 72 hrs..
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Terms and Conditions 3
Installations
Liquid Level Controller For Single Tank (LLC-S) 4
Installation for all RO and RO/DI Systems 5
Figure 1: Installation of LLC-S-115 on RO Systems 6
Figure 2: Sensor Tube On/Off Points 6
Installation Instructions for Float 7
Float Assembly 8
Figure 3: Installation of LLC-S-115 on RO/DI Systems 9
Figure 4: Installation of LLC-RM-115 9
Liquid Level Controller For Multiple Tanks (LLC-M) 10
Installation of LLC-M on RO and RO/DI Systems 11-12
Figure 5: Installation of LLC-M on RO Systems 13
Figure 6: Installation of LLC-M on RO/DI Systems 14
Power Liquid Level Controller (LLC-PH) 15
Installation Instructions for LLC-PH 16
Figure 7: Installation of LLC-PH 16
Solenoid Valve Controller (LLC-SVC-2FLT) 17
Installation Instructions for LLC-SVC-2FLT 18
Figure 8: Installation OF LLC-SVC-FS 19
Solenoid Valve Controller (LLC-SVC-2PS) 20
Pressure Switch Installation 21
Figure 9: Installation of LLC-SVC-2PS 22
Troubleshooting Guide 23
Warranty 24
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
1. Shipping charges on units or parts submitted to our facility for repair or
replacement must be borne by the registered purchaser. After repair or
replacement, the factory will return the unit or part freight prepaid to the
customer.
2. We assume no warranty liability in connection with our equipment other
than as herein specified.
3. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied,
including warranties of fitness for a particular purpose.
4. We do not authorize any person or representative to assume for us any
other obligation on the sale of our equipment. This is the exclusive remedy
and liability for consequential damages under any and all warranties
which are excluded to the extent exclusion is permitted by law.
5. Proof of original purchase date must accompany all warranty claims.
6. SpectraPure, Inc. Reserves the right to change prices without notice when
necessary. All prices in the catalog are quoted in US dollars.
7. Claims for error in quantity or condition must be made within 10 days of
receipt of material. SpectraPure, Inc. Will not be responsible for any claimed
shortages not reported within 10 days. Returns other than warranty claims
may be subject to 20% restocking fee.
8. SpectraPure, Inc. cannot be held liable for damage or loss to a shipment by
a freight carrier. Check shipment for damage before acceptance or note
on freight bill subject to inspection for concealed damage. Consignee
must file claim. SpectraPure, Inc. will offer as much assistance as possible.
9. A complete credit check is required prior to shipping on a Net 30 or “C.O.D.
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which credit references are being evaluated, all orders must be shipped
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LIQUID LEVEL CONTROLLER FOR SINGLE TANKS (LLC-S)
The Single Tank Liquid Replenisher Systems are the most advanced means
of controlling liquid levels on single reservoirs, and are ideal for replenishing
evaporated water in aquariums or liquids in other constant level containers. An
onboard air pressure-activated electrical switch opens a solenoid valve when the
liquid level drops approximately 1” and closes it when the liquid level rises back to
its original level.
Research shows that the Single Tank Liquid Replenisher provides a significant
advantage over conventional float and back-pressure activated automatic shutoff
valves by maximizing the duration of membrane operation.
This minimizes the build up of impurities due to membrane creep (the small
amount of impure water that is a characteristic of the membrane at the onset of
pure water production).
All wetted components are constructed of inert and saltwater safe materials. Power
is provided by a plug-in 24 volt AC (UL listed and CSA approved) transformer.
The single reservoir model is provided with the controller, which includes a
switched 24 volts AC outlet for controlling a booster pump or other 24 volt AC
operated devices, compression fittings, and 5 feet of tubing for remote mounting
of the sensor. If you choose to use a booster pump, replace this transformer with
the transformer that is supplied with the booster pump.
LEVEL
CONTROLLER 24 V TRANSFORMER
BACKUP SAFETY
FLOAT SUCTION CUPS SENSOR TUBE
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR LLC-S ON ALL RO AND RO/DI SYSTEMS
1. Locate the BLACK TUBING connecting the carbon filter housing to the RO
membrane housing. Cut this tubing in half above the bracket and between
the bracket and the membrane housing’s input fitting.
2. Locate the port marked IN (or directional arrow) on the LLC BOX. and
connect it to the black tubing that is still attached to the carbon filter
housing.
3. Connect the loose end of the tubing that is still attached to the RO
membrane housing to the other port on the LLC BOX.
4. Locate the transformer provided, insert the male connector into the female
connector on the LLC BOX.
5. Locate the sensor tube with clear air line tubing attached to it and connect
the loose end of the tubing to the 1/8" nipple on the side of the LLC Box.
WARNING: Airline tubing MUST be connected to the 1/8" nipple on the
back of the LLC Box BEFORE immersing the sensor tube in
water.
6. Submerge Sensor Tube into water until you hear a “click” in the LLC Box.
This is the turn off point. Mark that spot with a permanent marker. Slowly
pull the tube out of the water until it clicks again. This is the turn on point.
Mark it, too. (Refer to Fig 2 on Page 6).
7. Mount the sensor tube with the suction cups provided or by whatever means
you prefer. Water will cover approximately half of the sensor tube when
shutoff occurs.
NOTE: A small dab of aquarium silicone sealant on each suction cup will
prevent them from detaching.
8. Install the back up safety float at any convenient location which is slightly
above the shutoff level of the LLC.
Failure to install backup float will void
any warranty and may cause property damage
. (Refer to installation for
float on page 7).
9. It is highly advisable that you provide and install a safety overflow to drain
plumbing to protect against catastrophic flooding.
NOTE: Turn on the water supply to the RO System before plugging in the
transformer.
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FIGURE 1: INSTALLATION OF LLC-S-115 ON RO SYSTEMS
The distance between the marks will be approx. 1"
FIGURE 2: SENSOR TUBE (ON/OFF POINTS)
SOLENOID OFF
SOLENOID ON
WATER LEVEL
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ADJUSTABLE FLOAT
(comes with kits)
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR FLOAT
1. Drill a 1/2" hole into your sump or reservoir: *If the thickness of the sump is too
thick for the Float to install properly, you need to counterbore the hole.
2. (REFER TO DIAG) Remove the Compression Nut from the float body.
3. Insert the 1/4" Blue Tubing into the 1/2" Compression Nut with the threads
towards the end of the tube.
4. Unscrew the Nut from the float body.
5. Insert the float body and washer into the 1/2" hole and tighten the Nut, which
securely tightens the float to the tank wall.
6. Push the Compression Nut towards the end of the tubing and screw the
Compression Nut back onto the float body.
7. To tighten, use one 1/2" wrench on the flats of the plasic threads and another
1/2" wrench on the compression nut.
NOTE: If you are installing
the Backup Safety Float onto
an acrylic tank we recommend
using a new Forstner Bit to
reduce the chance of cracking
the acrylic.
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FLOAT ASSEMBLY
THE SAFETY BACKUP FLOAT MUST BE INSTALLED. FAILURE TO DO
SO WILL VOID ANY WARRANTY AND POSSIBLY CAUSE PROPERTY
DAMAGE.
Adjustable
Float
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FIGURE 3: INSTALLATION OF LLC-S-115 ON RO/DI SYSTEMS
FIGURE 4: INSTALLATION OF LLC-RM-115
(-RM VERSION HAS SOLENOID SEPARATED FROM THE SENSOR BOX.
CONNECT THEM WITH THE PROVIDED CABLE.)
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LIQUID LEVEL CONTROLLER FOR MULTIPLE TANKS (LLC-M)
The Multiple Tank Liquid Replenishment Systems are the most advanced
means of controlling liquid levels on single or multiple reservoirs and are ideal
for replenishing evaporated water in aquariums or liquids in other constant level
containers. A sensitive air pressure switch opens a solenoid valve when the liquid
level drops approximately 1" and closes it when the liquid level rises back to its
original level.
Research shows that the Multiple Tank Liquid Replenisher provides a significant
advantage over conventional float and backpressure activated automatic shutoff
valves by maximizing the duration of membrane operation. This minimizes the
build up of impurities due to membrane creep (the small amount of impure water
that is a characteristic of the membrane at the onset of pure water production).
All wetted components are constructed of inert and saltwater safe materials. Power
is provided by a plug-in 24 volt AC (UL listed and CSA approved) transformer.
The multiple reservoir model comes with a unit which includes a switched 24 volt
AC outlet for controlling a booster pump or other 24 volt AC operated devices,
compression fittings, 5 feet of tubing for remote mounting of the sensor, a Mini
Bladder Tank, auto shutoff valve, ball valve, check valves and fittings, and one float
valve for one additional reservoir. If you choose to use a booster pump, replace this
transformer with the transformer that is supplied with the booster pump.
The system may be expanded to include more reservoirs by adding the optional
Float Kit (SPFK). For additional overflow protection, a secondary mechanical float
is also included with every Multiple Tank Liquid Replenisher.
MINI
BLADDER
TANK
ASO VALVE
FITTINGS
(2) BACKUP
SAFETY FLOATS
LLC CONTROL
MODULE
TRANSFORMER
CHECK VALVES
AIR LINE
SENSOR TUBE
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To Drain
“IN” port “OUT” port
ASO Valve
Product Water in Blue Tubing
to Reservoir, Bladder Tank,
DI cartridge, etc.
Check Valve
Black Tubing from
Carbon Filter
Flow Restrictor
Inside Red Tubing
Note: In and Out ports
are marked on ASO and
must be aligned correctly
for proper operation
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR LLC-M ON RO AND RO/DI SYSTEMS
INSTALLATION OF THE AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF VALVE
1. Locate the Black Tube between the Carbon Filter and the Membrane and
cut in half.
2. Insert the cut end from the Carbon Filter into the IN Port of the ASO Valve.
3. Insert the cut end from the RO Membrane Housing into the OUT Port of
the ASO Valve.
4. Locate the Blue Tube (product water) that leaves the RO Membrane
Housing.
5. Cut the Blue Tube 3" from the membrane housing.
6. Using the 1 lb Check Valve, reconnect the two cut ends with the arrow
pointing away from the membrane.
7. Position the Blue Tube alongside the ASO Valve to determine where the
blue tube needs to be cut. Then cut the blue tube and reconnect the two
cut ends with the two remaining ports of the ASO Valve.
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8. Locate product line leaving the ASO Valve (for RO/DI system you will
locate the line leaving the DI cartridge). Place a Tee on that line. (Refer to
Figure 5 for RO systems or Figure 6 for RO/DI systems.)
9. Measure the lengths of blue tubing required to go to each reservoir and
install them on each side of the Tee fitting.
10. Cut the line going to the secondary reservoir about one foot after the Tee
fitting. Connect both ends of the tubing to the mini-bladder tank.
11. Cut the blue tubing about 3" after the mini-bladder tank and install the
check valve with the arrow pointing towards the reservoir.
12. Connect the loose end of the blue tubing to the float valve on the
secondary reservoir. (See pages 7-8 for float installation.)
13. Cut the blue tubing near the end that will connect to your sump. Attach
the end of the tubing to the “In” port on the LLC box. Attach the smaller
piece of tubing from the “Out” port of the LLC box to the Float Valve on
the sump.
14. Locate the sensor tube with the clear air line tubing attached to it and
connect the loose end of the tubing to the 1/8” nipple on the back of the
LLC box.
15. Turn on the RO or RO/DI system.
16. Insert the male connector of the transformer into the female connector
on the LLC box and plug the transformer into a wall outlet.
17. Submerge the Sensor Tube into the water until you hear a “click” in the
LLC Box. Mark that spot with a permanent marker. Slowly pull the tube
out of the water until it clicks again. This is the turn off point. (Refer back
to Fig 2 on page 6).
WARNING: Air line tubing MUST be connected to the 1/8" nipple on
the back of the LLC Box BEFORE immersing the sensor
probe in water.
18. Mount the sensor tube with the suction cups provided or by whatever
means you prefer. The water level should be halfway between the two
marks you just made. NOTE: A small dab of aquarium silicone sealant
on each suction cup will prevent them from detaching. Make sure the
wall of the sump or reservoir is clean and dry before applying the silicone
adhesive.
19. Refer back to page 7 for the installation of Backup Safety Floats.
Failure to
install backup float will void any warranty and may cause property
damage
.
WARNING: Floats are for bulk storage only and are not recommended
for evaporation replacement.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR LLC-M ON RO AND RO/DI SYSTEMS
(continued)
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FIGURE 5: INSTALLATION OF LLC-M ON RO SYSTEMS
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FIGURE 6: INSTALLATION OF LLC-M ON RO/DI SYSTEMS
(OPTIONAL)
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POWER LIQUID LEVEL CONTROLLER (LLC-PH)
(Used for turning on 120v AC pumps)
The Power Tank Liquid Replenisher Systems uses a sensitive air pressure switch
to energize or de-energize an AC outlet which can be used to switch a power head
or a 115 volts pump up to 3 amps continuous duty.
The unit can be set to turn a pump on or off with changing water level and is
extremely useful for continuous water change systems.
• For Automatic replenishment of evaporated liquid on systems which
require AC electrical control.
• Controls up to 3 amp continuous duty pumps and other 115 volts power
heads.
• Extremely useful for continuous water change systems and other level
control applications.
POWER
LEVEL
CONTROLLER
CONNECT
TRANSFER
PUMP
HERE
SENSOR
TUBE WITH
SUCTION CUPS
TO AC
WALL
OUTLET
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR LLC-PH
1. Connect Power Level Controller to Transfer Pump and plug into an AC wall
outlet. (As shown in Fig 7)
2. Locate the sensor tube with the clear air line tubing attached to it and connect
the loose end of the tubing to the 1/8” nipple on the back of the LLC Box.
3. Submerge Sensor Tube into water until you hear a “click” in the LLC Box. Mark
that spot with a permanent marker. Slowly pull the tube out of the water until
it clicks again. This is the turn off point. (Refer back to Fig 2).
WARNING: Airline tubing MUST be connected to the 1/8" nipple on the back of
the LLC Box BEFORE immersing the sensor probe in water.
4. Mount the sensor tube with the suction cups provided or by whatever means
you prefer. The water will cover approximately half of the sensor tube when
shutoff occurs.
NOTE: A small dab of aquarium silicone sealant on each suction cup will
prevent them from detaching.
5. It is highly advisable that you provide and install safety overflow to drain
plumbing to protect against catastrophic flooding.
!
FIGURE 7: INSTALLATION OF LLC-PH
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SOLENOID VALVE CONTROLLER (LLC-SVC-2FLT)
The Solenoid Valve Level Controller is a very powerful and reliable
Level Controller. The solenoid is electrically activated when the “low” float
becomes dry. Once the ”high” float becomes wet, the solenoid turns off.
The unit can be set to turn a pump on or off with changing water level and
is extremely useful for continuous water change systems. If you choose to
use a booster pump, replace this transformer with the transformer that is
supplied with the booster pump.
The Solenoid Valve Level Controller is available with any of four different
solenoids, from 1/8" to 1", to accommodate different flow rates.
NOTE: Floats are to be mounted horizontal when dry
and float up when wet. In most instances we
recommend locating the low float approximately
half way down your reservoir. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN when installing the floats.
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Float Installation:
1. Install both the High and Low Floats onto an open container like a
Rubber Maid
TM
trash can. The floats can be mounted by drilling a
5/8" hole. (The High Float shuts down the system, while the Low
Float turns the system on).
2. Connect the floats to the Y-adaptor, then to the grey electrical
extension cable and then to the 3-socket connector on the S.V.C.
Solenoid Installation:
3. Install the solenoid between the carbon filter and the RO
membrane. This prevents the solenoid from plugging up with
sediment. (Arrow on Solenoid points in the direction where the
water flows).
4. Connect electrical cable from the solenoid to the S.V.C. and then
connect the transformer.
Product Water Connection (optional item):
5. THIS KIT DOES NOT PROVIDE A MEANS TO CONNECT THE
PRODUCT WATER TO A CONTAINER. A BULKHEAD FITTING CAN
BE USED:
– 3/8" BULKHEAD FITTING: Use a paddle bit and carefully drill a
13/16" hole for installation at the top of the reservoir above the
high level float.
– 1/4" BULKHEAD FITTING: Use a paddle bit and carefully drill a
5/8" hole for installation at the top of the reservoir above the
high level float.
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FIGURE 8: INSTALLATION OF LLC-SVC-FS
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SOLENOID VALVE CONTROLLER (LLC-SVC-2PS)
The Solenoid Valve Level Controller is a very powerful and reliable
Level Controller for a pressurized tank system. The solenoid is electrically
activated when the tank pressure is lower than the set point of the “low”
pressure switch. When the ”high” pressure switch activates, the solenoid
turns off.
If you choose to use a booster pump, replace this transformer with the
transformer that is supplied with the booster pump.
SVC
SOLENOID
CHECK VALVE
PRESSURE SWITCHES
TRANSFORMER
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