Watts Hydro-Safe QTESPMAX-2S-10M User manual

Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
QTTM Espresso MaxTM Models:
QTESPMAX-2S-10M, QTESPMAX-3S-10M
IOM-HS-QTEspressoMax
Table of Contents
System Specifications .................................2
Replacement Filters ...................................2
Notice to Installers ....................................2
Installation Precautions ................................2
Operation ..........................................2
Installation ..........................................2
Maintenance ........................................3
Filter Cartridge Replacement Procedure ...................3
Replacement Parts List ................................3
System Drawings ....................................4
Limited Warranty .....................................4
QTESPMAX-2S-10M
Tested and Certified by WQA against NSF/ANSI 372
for Lead Free compliance.
WARNING
!
Read this Manual BEFORE using this equipment.
Failure to read and follow all safety and use information
can result in death, serious personal injury, property
damage, or damage to the equipment.
Keep this Manual for future reference.
You are required to consult the local building and plumbing
codes prior to installation. If the information in this manual
is not consistent with local building or plumbing codes,
the local codes should be followed. Inquire with governing
authorities for additional local requirements.
WARNING
!
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of
unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the
system.
WARNING
!
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System Specifications
Maximum Pressure:
All Systems - 100psi (6.8 bar)
Minimum Pressure:
All Systems - 20psi (1.4 bar)
Maximum Temperature: 100°F (38°C)
Minimum Temperature: 40°F (4.4°C)
Feed Water Quality: pH 6.5 to 8.5
Chlorine < 2ppm
Iron (maximum) 0.3 mg/l
Manganese (maximum) 0.05 mg/l
Oil & H2S- None allowed
For all other feed water quality requirements abide by the current
USEPA Safe Drinking Water Act standards.
Inlet/Outlet Connections: 1/2" (15mm) NPT
Maximum Flow Rate:
System Flow Rate and Capacity
System Model Flow Rate Chlorine Capacity
QTESPMAX-2S-10M 1 GPM (3.8 LPM) 20,000 Gallons
QTESPMAX-3S-10M 2 GPM (7.6 LPM) 20,000 Gallons
QT Espresso Max line is available in different configurations depend-
ing upon filtration and flow requirements.
System Replacement Filters
System Model Filter Ordering Code Frequency Description
QTESPMAX-2S-
10M
ESPMAXR-L-CB 6 Months 20" 5 Micron Coconut Shell
Carbon Block
QTES15 As Needed 15" Cation Exchange Water
Softening Filter
QTESPMAX-3S-
10M
ESPMAXR-L-CB 6 Months 20" 5 Micron Coconut Shell
Carbon Block
QTES15 As Needed 15" Cation Exchange Water
Softening Filter (2)
NOTICE
Filter cartridges should be changed at end of filter life, due to lack of
filtering performance, or whenever a 15 psi pressure drop or greater
is experienced during normal operation, whichever comes first.
For all replacement filters and components contact your authorized
Hydro-Safe foodservice representative.
Cartridge capacities are estimates and may be less depending
on incoming water quality.
Notice to Installers
• Water Temperature cannot exceed 100°F (38°C).
• System must be installed in a vertical, upright and level position.
• Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of
unknown water quality.
• Notice to user/owner/operator: Please retain this manual for future
reference for parts, maintenance, or troubleshooting.
• It is recommended that all personnel responsible for operation and
maintenance of this product read the precautions, maintenance,
and operation sections of this manual.
Installation Precautions
• Do not install system on line pressure above the rated pressure as
noted in System Specifications above.
• Do not install the system on a hot water line. Failure to limit the
water temperature to 100°F (38°C) can result in housing failure and
property damage.
• Do not connect the system backwards with the feed water line
connected to the outlet.
• Do not use liquid pipe thread compounds for threaded
connections. Use Teflon®tape only.
• Do not solder plumbing connections that are attached to the
housings or inlet/outlet fittings. System damage may occur due to
high temperature.
• Do not allow the system to freeze. Turn off water supply and drain
the system if temperature falls below 32°F (0°C).
• Do not install system in direct sunlight or where the system will be
exposed to harsh chemicals or may be subjected to being hit by
moving equipment, carts, mops, or any other item that may cause
damage.
• Allow 3" (76mm) minimum clearance under the housings for filter
replacement.
• If water hammer is evident, install water hammer arrestors before
the system.
• Do not over tighten fitting connections.
• Always back up valves and fittings with a wrench when installing
fittings to avoid over tightening or loosening existing fittings.
• Do not install the unit behind equipment where it may be difficult to
access the system for future filter replacements.
Position the system in a suitable location. The direction of flow
through the system is left to right. Keep this in mind when determin-
ing installation locations. Do not mount the system near any source
of heat. Also do not mount this system over anything that may be
adversely affected by water.
Operation
With sufficient pressure, operation of this system is completely auto-
matic. Dependable operation involves only monitoring system pres-
sure differential, periodic filter changes, and service documentation.
Installation
There is some light field assembly required for this system. Be-
fore beginning the installation of this system, please make sure
all components are present. Compare the contents of this box
to the system drawings located at the end of this manual. These
drawings will be referenced in the installation instruction steps.
1. Turn off all equipment to be fed by the system, locate the water
supply shutoff valve and turn it off.
2. Apply Teflon tape to the threads of the inlet and outlet valve
assemblies and pressure gauges. DO NOT USE PASTE TYPE
THREAD SEALANT. Thread the inlet and outlet valve assem-
blies into the inlet and outlet ports of the system as shown on
the system drawings in this manual. Install the pressure gauges
into the gauge ports as indicated by the system drawings in this
manual.
DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THESE FITTINGS INTO THE FILTER
HEADS. When installing fittings onto this system, back any existing
receiving fittings with a wrench to prevent fitting movement. Use a
wrench to tighten gauges into their connection ports. Do not twist on
gauge case.
Replacement Filters
NOTICE
NOTICE
NOTICE
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3. Install the filters into the filter manifold. Make sure all plastic
wrapping and protective plastic caps have been removed from
the filters prior to their installation. Insert the prefilter into its
blue canister. Make sure the blue canister's oring is properly
inserted into its oring groove. Thread the housing onto the head
with standard clockwise rotation (when viewed from below).
Hand tighten the blue housing (See the system drawings in this
manual for proper filter placement). Then install the QT style filter
cartridges. To install these filters, push them into the heads and
give them a quarter twist (clockwise when viewed from below).
When the filter is completely inserted, the cartridge label will be
front centered.
4. Anchor the system on a wall stud or suitable mounting material
spanning wall studs. System must be vertical, upright and
level. The mounting hardware used must be selected and
installed so that the system is firmly pressed against the
mounting surface. The system mounting hardware must
keep the system from moving during routine service and
operation.
5. Run a suitable line from the tap water source to the inlet ball
valve on the left side of the system. Brace the inlet ball valve on
the system with a wrench when connecting the feed water line.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN CONNECTION FITTING INTO
BALL VALVE.
6. Select the appropriate size tubing for the equipment being fed,
and connect it to the outlet ball valve of the system.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN CONNECTION FITTING INTO
BALL VALVE.
7. Install the ¼" (8mm) tubing into the Quick-Connect fitting on the
outlet of the system and hold it over a drain. Open the 1⁄4" (8mm)
drain valve.
8. Once all inlet and outlet piping has been completed, check and
make sure all filter housing(s) are tight, slowly open the inlet
valve and allow all air to purge from the system through the 1/4"
tubing. Slowly close the 1⁄4" (8mm) drain valve, allow the system
to reach operating pressure, and check for leaks.
9. If no leaks are present, open the 1⁄4" (8mm) drain line again and
allow it to run to drain for 5 minutes to flush the system. Then
close the valve.
10. Open the outlet water valve and check for leaks.
11. Record the start up date and pressure gauge values in system
maintenance log.
Overtightening components can damage the system causing
water damage and/or system failure.
Maintenance
Routine maintenance of this system involves periodic filter changes.
Filter cartridges should be changed at end of filter life, due to lack of
filtering performance, or whenever a 15 psi pressure drop or greater
is experienced during normal operation, whichever comes first.
Filter Cartridge Replacement Procedure
Determine whether all equipment connected to the system must
be turned off prior to shutting off water supply from filters.
1. If required, turn off downstream equipment.
2. Turn OFF water to the system by closing the inlet and outlet ball
valves.
3. Open the ¼" drain valve on the outlet of the system to relieve
pressure in the housings.
4. Remove all filters. The blue prefilter housing unscrews to the
left when viewed from underneath. It has a standard right hand
thread. The QT style filters are removed by rotating them 1/4
turn to the left and then gently pulling down.
5. Clean inside of blue housing sump with warm water. If desired,
disinfect housing using a teaspoon of household bleach. Add
to filter bowl and fill with water. Let stand 5 minutes and then
discard and rinse.
6. Insert new QT style filters into the manifold assembly. Push up
and twist each QT cartridge 1/4 turn to the right to properly
install it into the manifold assembly. When making the 1/4 turn,
the cartridge label should come to a stop facing you.
7.
Insert a new prefilter cartridge into the blue prefilter housing. Check
O-ring for damage and replace if damaged or distorted. Make certain
the O-ring is properly positioned and reinstall the filter housing. Tighten
housings hand tight.
Do not overtighten filter housing, overtightening may damage
O-ring(s), cause water leaks, or affect system performance.
8. Slightly open the inlet ball valve and fully open the ¼" drain
valve. Once full flow of water flows from the drain port, slowly
open the inlet valve to the full open position. Allow water to flush
to drain for 5 minutes.
9. Slowly close the drain valve and check the system for leaks.
10. Slowly open the outlet valve to restore water flow to downstream
equipment.
11. Record filter change date in system maintenance log.
NOTICE
NOTICE
NOTICE
WARNING
!
Teflon®is a registered trademark of E.I. DuPont de Nemours & Company.
Replacement Parts
Description Ordering Code
Filter Head 3/8" Top In/Out Quick Connect HSR-QTHD-QC38
Manifold Head First Stage With Oring Inlet HSR-QTMHF-OR
Manifold Head Last Stage HSR-QTMHL
Manifold Head Only Stage With Oring Inlet HSR-QTMHS-OR
Ball Valve 1/4 NPT Plastic HSR-BV1/4P
Ball Valve 1/2 NPT Brass HSR-BV1/2
Inlet Bottom Mount Pressure Gauge HSR-GAUGE
Outlet Back Mount Pressure Gauge HSR-GAUGE-BKM
20" Prefilter Housing with Gauge Port HSR-20HSPF-12
Slimline O-Ring HSR-RING-S
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IOM-HS-QTEspressoMax 1735 X0FHSQTEMIOM © 2017 Watts
LIMITED WARRANTY: Watts Regulator Co.(the “Company”) warrants each QT Espresso Max water ltration line system, excluding lters and water treatment cartridges, to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal usage for a period of ve years from the date of original shipment. The Company warrants all lters and water treatment cartridges to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal usage for a period of one year from the date of original shipment. In the event of such defects within the warranty period, the Company will, at its option, replace or recondition
the product without charge.
THE WARRANTY SET FORTH HEREIN IS GIVEN EXPRESSLY AND IS THE ONLY WARRANTY GIVEN BY THE COMPANY WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. THE COMPANY MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
THE COMPANY HEREBY SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
The remedy described in the first paragraph of this Limited Warranty shall constitute the sole and exclusive remedy for breach of warranty, and the Company shall not be responsible for any incidental, special or consequential
damages, including without limitation, lost profits or the cost of repairing or replacing other property which is damaged if this product does not work properly, other costs resulting from labor charges, delays, vandalism,
negligence, fouling caused by foreign material, damage from adverse water conditions, chemical, or any other circumstances over which the Company has no control. This warranty shall be invalidated by any abuse, misuse,
misapplication, improper installation or improper maintenance or alteration of the product. Some States do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some States do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages. Therefore the above limitations may not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from State to State.
You should consult applicable state laws to determine your rights. SO FAR AS IS CONSISTENT WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES THAT MAY NOT BE DISCLAIMED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL SHIPMENT.
Tel: [phone] • Fax: [phone] • foodservice.watts.com
Allow 3"(76mm) of clearance at bottom of system for removal
of filterbowls for filter cartridge replacement
NOTICE
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
For more information: www.watts.com/prop65
QTESPMAX-2S-10M
25.70
15.73 5.56
QTESPMAX-3S-10M
25.70
20.30 5.56
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