Vulcan-hart Scaleblocker sps600v User manual

SCALEBLOCKER

WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM

MODEL PART NO.

SPS600V 854306-14

SPS620V 854306-15

VULCAN-HART COMPANY, P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696, TEL. (502) 778-2791

FORM 31190 (Dec. 2001) www.vulcanhart.com

INSTALLATION &

OPERATION MANUAL

Model SPS600V

Model SPS620V

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

UNPACKING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

TEST THE WATER AND RETURN THE RESPONSE CARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

LEVELING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

PLUMBING CONNECTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

OPERATION .........................................................5

MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

ORDERING PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE KITS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

FILTER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

REMOVING THE FILTER CARTRIDGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

USING SCALEBLOCKER RELEASE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

RETEST THE WATER AND RETURN THE RESPONSE CARD . . . . . . . . . . 6

REPLACING THE FILTER CARTRIDGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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Installation, Operation and Care of

SCALEBLOCKERTM WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM

MODEL SPS600V & SPS620V

KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE

GENERAL

Vulcan water filters are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and

maintenance of your water filter will result in many years of satisfactory performance.

It is suggested that you thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully follow all of the instructions

provided.

The water filtration system conforms to ANSI/NSF Standard 53 and ANSI/NSF Standard 42 for the

specific performance claims as verified and substantiated by test data.

Filter capacity will vary according to flow rate, influent water pressure and local water conditions.

Service life for the filter cartridge for model SPS600V is 7,500 gallons (28,390 liters); for the filter cartridge

for model SPS620V, the service life is 15,000 gallons (56,780 liters). Filter cartridge replacement is

recommended at least every 6 months to maintain equipment warranty. Filter cartridge replacement

is also recommended if water pressure goes below 20 psig (138 kPa).

INSTALLATION

UNPACKING

This water filter was inspected before leaving the factory. The transportation company assumes full

responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of the shipment. Immediately after unpacking, check

for possible shipping damage. If the water filter is found to be damaged, save the packaging material

and contact the carrier within 15 days of delivery.

TEST THE WATER AND RETURN THE RESPONSE CARD

Test the incoming unfiltered water supply with the enclosed 4-IN-1 City Water Check test strip by

carefully following the instructions on the package. Record the results on the enclosed Filter

Registration Card. Return the information to Vulcan in one of the following three ways: Mail the

postage-paid self-addressed card to Vulcan, FAX the completed card per instructions on the card or

contact VULCAN online at

www.vulcanhart.com

and answer all the necessary questions.

NOTE: Filter registration is required at time of installation to begin warranty coverage on the equipment

being installed with the filter.

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LOCATION

The water filter(s) should be mounted on a sturdy support structure or wall and must be level. Do not

mount filter system directly on steamer.

LEVELING

Use a spirit level to level the top of the water filter's mounting head.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

The SPS600V or SPS620V water filter is designed to be installed in the

cold water line only. Installation of the water filter in a hot water line can

seriously damage the filter housing.

The filter must be in contact with water at all times after installation.

Installation must comply with any existing state or local plumbing codes.

Refer to the Water Parameters table, right, for recommended water quality limitations. If your local

water supply does not meet the recommendations in the Water Parameters table, Vulcan may request

that a water sample be returned for laboratory testing. After evaluation of the water test, other specific

recommendations may be made for additional filtration or water treatment to make the local water supply

meet the acceptable limits for use in steam generator equipment.

Recommended incoming flow rate for model SPS600V is 2 gallons per minute (7.6 liters per minute). For

model SPS620V, the recommended incoming flow rate is 4 gallons per minute (15.1 liters per minute).

The SPS600V and SPS620V filters must be protected against freezing. Failure to do so could result

in breakage of the filter housing and water leakage.

Minimum operating temperature: 45°F (7°C). Maximum operating temperature: 100°F (38°C).

Minimum operating pressure: 20 psig (138 kPa). Maximum operating pressure: 125 psig (862.5 kPa).

Minimum line pressure: 40 psig (276 kPa). Maximum line pressure: 125 psig (862.5 kPa).

If filter pressure gauge is over 60 psig (414 kPa), you must reduce the pressure to the boiler to a

maximum of 60 psig (414 kPa). Install a water pressure reducing regulator (part number 854322 or

equivalent) after the filter, move the pressure gauge downstream of the regulator and set the pressure

at 60 psig (414 kPa).

Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate

disinfection before or after the filter.

PLUMBING CONNECTIONS

WARNING: PLUMBING CONNECTIONS MUST COMPLY WITH APPLICABLE SANITARY, SAFETY

AND PLUMBING CODES.

The filter housing on model SPS600V and model SPS620V water filters comes with 3/4" NPT internal

pipe threads on both the inlet and outlet sides. The inlet is on the left; outlet is on the right, after the

pressure gauge.

Connect the incoming cold water to the water filter's incoming connection on the left.

Connect the outlet from the water filter (right of the pressure gauge) to the incoming water connection

of the boiler, steam generator, steamer or combi oven. On steamers and combi ovens with two water

connections, a boiler feed line and a cold water drain line condenser, the outlet from the water filter must

be connected to the boiler feed line on the steamer or combi oven and not to the drain line condenser.

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OPERATION

The proper water filter cartridge should already be installed in the filter housing. Make sure the filter

housing is firmly screwed into the filter mounting head.

Turn on the filter water supply valve.

Press the red pressure relief button on top of the filter mounting head until all air is purged from the filter.

MAINTENANCE

ORDERING PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE KITS

To order the Preventive Maintenance Kit for your filtration system, contact your Vulcan representative,

the Vulcan-Hart Service Department (at the address or phone number on the cover of this document)

or visit Vulcan at

www.vulcanhart.com

and click on Service. Refer to the part numbers in the table

above when ordering. Only genuine Vulcan water filters can be used to maintain warranty.

FILTER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

When the water filter pressure gauge drops to 20 psig or below during system operation, it is necessary

to perform the necessary filter system maintenance.

Filter system maintenance, including the use of ScaleBlocker Release and replacement of the filter

cartridge, must be done at least every six months. NOTE: Failure to follow use, care and maintenance

instructions may void your Vulcan equipment warranty.

If the filter is to be installed on a steamer or combi oven that has been in use for a period of time, before

installing the filter, delime per the equipment's Installation & Operation manual.

After installation of the filter on a used or new steamer, every six months or when the filter pressure

gauge declines to 20 psig, follow the instructions in the filter cartridge replacement and preventive

maintenance kit and do not delime per the instructions in the equipment's Installation & Operation

manual.

If the filter is being installed on a new combi oven, at least every six months or when the filter pressure

gauge declines to 20 psig, follow the Clean Cycle Deliming Procedure in the equipment's Installation

& Operation Manual along with the instructions in the Filter Cartridge Replacement and Preventive

Maintenance Kit.

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REMOVING THE FILTER CARTRIDGE

Turn off the steamer or combi oven. Shut off the incoming water supply valve to the water filter.

Press the red pressure relief button on the filter mounting head to release the water pressure in the filter

housing.

Unscrew the lower filter housing using both hands or use the wrench supplied. Use care. The lower

housing will be loaded with water and heavy.

Inspect the O-Rings: One O-Ring is a large black rubber gasket that fits in the groove on top of the filter

cartridge housing. Two small white O-Rings are located on the top and bottom of the filter cartridge.

New O-Rings are supplied with the replacement water filter cartridge (ScaleBlocker PM Preventive

Maintenance Kit — be sure to mention the model number when ordering).

The large black O-Ring seal may lift out of the groove and stick to the filter mounting head. One of the

small white O-Rings may stay in the bottom of the filter housing.

Discard the used filter cartridge.

USING SCALEBLOCKER RELEASETM

Do not use alcohol-based cleaners. Clean the inside of the filter housing with a mild soap. Inspect the

O-Rings for damage and replace if necessary.

Wipe the large black O-Ring clean with a rag, press it down into the groove and then apply a very light

coating of white petroleum jelly (Vaseline). Make sure the O-Ring fits in the groove and is properly

seated each time the filter is reassembled, or a water leak could occur.

With the filter removed, pour the contents of the ScaleBlocker Release package into the bowl of the

lower filter housing. Add warm water, stir to dissolve.

Screw the lower filter housing into the filter mounting head until a definite stop is felt. Hand-tight is

normally sufficient. Be sure not to overtighten or force the filter housing assembly.

On combi ovens, follow the Clean Cycle Deliming Procedure in the Installation & Operation Manual (on

older model combi ovens, follow the deliming procedure in the manual shipped with the oven).

On steamers, turn on the filter water supply valve and turn the steamer on. Allow the steamer to operate

so steam is flowing through the compartments for approximately 35 minutes. Turn the steamer off.

On steamers and combi ovens, turn off the incoming water supply valve to the filter. Press the red

pressure relief button on top of the filter mounting head to release pressure in the system. Unscrew

the lower filter housing and dump out the water. Replace the filter cartridge.

RETEST THE WATER AND RETURN THE RESPONSE CARD

Test the incoming unfiltered water supply with the enclosed 4-IN-1 City Water Check test strip by

carefully following the instructions on the package. Record the results on the enclosed Filter

Registration Card. Return the information to Vulcan in one of the following three ways: Mail the postage-

paid self-addressed card to Vulcan, FAX the completed card per instructions on the card or contact

VULCAN online at

www.vulcanhart.com

and answer all the necessary questions.

NOTE: Returning the Filter Registration Card is required at the time the PM is performed to continue

warranty coverage on the equipment installed with the filter.

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REPLACING THE FILTER CARTRIDGE

Make sure all three O-Rings are in their proper place when the new filter cartridge is installed and the

lower housing is reassembled to the filter mounting head. Make sure the filter cartridge is oriented so

the hole in the middle of the top is up. Make sure the lower O-Ring is properly positioned as the cartridge

is lowered. Make sure the upper white O-Ring is over the top hole of the filter cartridge. Make sure

the large black O-Ring is properly seated in the groove. Screw the lower filter housing into the filter

mounting head until a definite stop is felt and the filter cartridge is sealed. Hand-tight is normally

sufficient. Be sure not to over-tighten or force the filter housing assembly.

Make sure the boiler tank has completely drained.

Turn on the incoming water supply valve to the filter. Press the red pressure relief button on top of the

filter mounting head until all the air is purged from the filter. Refer to OPERATION.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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FORM 31190 (Dec. 2001) PRINTED IN U.S.A.

SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION

To obtain service and parts information concerning this water filtration system, contact the Vulcan-Hart

Company Service Department at the address or phone number shown on the front cover of this manual

or visit

www.vulcanhart.com

on the internet and click on Service.

Model SPS600V, Part Number 854306-14

Part Number Part Name Qty

854306-1 Backplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

854306-2 Clear Housing, 10". . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

854306-3 U-Bracket, Large . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

854306-5 O-Ring, Large, Black. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

223220-3 Brass Ball Valve, 3/4" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

FP-069-02 Tee Pipe Fitting, Stainless Steel, Internal Threads, 3/4" . . . . . . . . . . 1

FP-081-25 Pipe Bushing, Stainless Steel, 3/4" x 1/4" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

854306-9 Brass Pressure Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

FP-041-54 Nipple, Brass, 3/4" x 2" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

FP-054-29 Nipple, Stainless Steel, 3/4" x 2" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

854306-18 Wrench for Housing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

854306-19 4-IN-1 City Water Check + Test Strip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

854306-20 Filter Mounting Head, Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

854306-24 Label, Backplate, SPS600V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Filter, 10" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

O-Ring, Small, White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

F-32553 Filter Registration Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

F-31190 I & O Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Service Kit

854306-4 ScaleBlocker PM Kit 10" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Model SPS620V, Part Number 854306-15

Part Number Part Name Qty

854306-1 Backplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

854306-12 Clear Housing, 20". . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1