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1 OPERATOR S MANUALFor technical assistance or the Water Maze Dealer nearest you, call (800) 535-0941 or(360) 833-2333 or consult our web page at ALPHA-1500 4 Owner/User 4 Safety Instructions .. 4-5 General Operating 5, 10 installation .. 6 12 General Maintenance and Service .. 12 Chemical 13 Owner Chemical Maintenance 13 Daily Chemical Maintenance .. 14 Optional ORP/pH Sump Pumps ..17 Pump Safety Information .. 17 Pre- installation /Sump Pit Info .. 18 Pump installation .. 18 Pump 18 Pump 18 Sump Pump Assembly .. 19 Sump Pump Breakdown & Parts List .. 20 Peristaltic Metering Pump .. 21 Ozone Generator 22 Ozone Generator 22 Ozone Generator 23 Ozone Generator 24 Ozone Generator Parts List .. 25 Model Number _____Serial Number _____Date of Purchase _____The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached tothe Alpha.

2 You should record both serial number and date of pur-chase and keep in a safe place for future WASH-WATER ALPHA # 96-629 REV 8/08 Inlet Side - Alpha-1500 Exploded View and Parts List .. 26 Inlet Side - Alpha-3100 Exploded View and Parts List .. 27 Right Side - Alpha-1500 Exploded View and Parts List ..28-29 Right Side - Alpha-3100 Exploded View and Parts List ..30-31 Discharge Side, Exploded View and Parts List .. 32 Top View - Alpha 1500 .. 33 Top View - Alpha-3100 .. Maintenance .. 37 Specifications .. 394 ALPHA SERIES OPERATOR S MANUAL # 96-629 REV. 8/08 INTRODUCTIONYour owner s MANUAL has been prepared to provide youwith a simple and understandable guide for equipmentoperation and maintenance, based on the latest productinformation available at the time of printing.

3 To keep yourmachine in top running condition, follow the specific main-tenance and troubleshooting procedures given in thismanual. When ordering parts please specify model andserial MANUAL should be considered a permanent part ofthe machine and should remain with the machine if Responsibility:The owner and/or user must have an understanding ofthe manufacturer s operating instructions and warningsbefore using this WATER MAZE machine. Warning infor-mation should be emphasized and understood. If the op-erator is not fluent in English, the manufacturer s instruc-tions and warnings shall be read to and discussed withthe operator in the operator s native language by the pur-chaser/owner, making sure that the operator compre-hends its owner and/or user must study and maintain themanufacturers instructions for future : WATER MAZE, Inc.

4 Reserves the right to makechanges at anytime without incurring any MANUAL should be considered a permanentpart of the machine and should remain with it ifmachine is ordering parts, please specify model andserial Alpha module with cover2. Sump pump in container with float level control3. Sump pump with 1-1/2" hose x 25' ( cm x )long with camlock connections4. Two 1-1/2" ( cm) ball valves for recycle system5. 1-1/2" x 16' ( cm x m) recycle hose backto pit6. Ozone Generator7. Operator s Manual8. Drain Valve ManifoldNote any damage to machine or components for claimsagainst the freight INSTRUCTIONSWARNING: To reduce the risk ofinjury, read operating instruc-tions carefully before Read the owner s MANUAL thor-oughly.

5 Failure to follow the in-structions could cause a mal-function of the machine andresult in death, serious injuryand/or property : Wire the system forcorrect voltage. See Electrical section of this MANUAL and mo-tor : Follow the wiring in-structions in this MANUAL whenconnecting the system to thepower : All wiring must beperformed by a qualified : Meet the National Electrical Code andlocal codes for all The installation of the machine must comply withlocal and/or national : Ground system before connecting to thepower This machine, when installed, must be electricallygrounded in accordance with local and/or nationalcodes. Do not spray water near electrical Never make adjustments on the machine while it isin operation, except for those described in Do not discharge gasoline orother volatile hydrocarbonsinto the Alpha.

6 This couldcause a gas vapor build-upunder the lid which could be-come an explosive Before servicing the machine,refer to all the MSDS s on thematerial identified in the wastestream. You must comply withall warnings and wear all pro-tective clothing as stated onthe MSDS Protect from freezing and Protect inlet and outlet hosefrom vehicle traffic and OPERATOR SMANUAL THOROUGHLYPRIOR TO SHOCK, BURN ORCAUSE OF EXPLOSION:DO NOT USE WITHFLAMMABLE OF MUSTBE SERIES OPERATOR S MANUAL5# 96-629 REV. 8/089. Be certain couplers on hoses have been lockedbefore Before disconnecting hoses, turn machine Inlet water temperature must not exceed 95 F/35 When making repairs disconnect machine fromelectrical The best insurance against an accident is precau-tion and knowledge of the MAZE is not liable for any modifications orthe use of components not purchased from The Alpha and its components will freeze, and mustbe located in a heated enclosure in cold Running the system without water will damage thepump and may void the The Alpha should be installed and started up by anauthorized WATER MAZE The Alpha and its components must be protectedfrom weather, wind, rain, direct sun.

7 OPERATINGTECHNIQUESThe only operator adjustment to the Alpha is the valveon the inlet to the Alpha. The sump pump supplied withthe Alpha will pump about 30 GPM ( L/M). Theflow to the Alpha should be 25 GPM ( L/M) or less;therefore, the flow control valve must be slightly recommended nominal flow rate is 10-15 GPM( - L/M).INSTALLATIONT hese machines are designed for indoor use only. Ma-chines must be stored indoors when not in Alpha must be installed on a level surface, preferablya concrete pad near the wastewater collection sump. Incold climates the Alpha will freeze and should be locatedin a heated enclosure. The Alpha must be located in aheated enclosure for at least 24 hours prior to start SERIES OPERATOR S MANUAL # 96-629 REV.

8 8/08 INSTALLATIONFRONT VIEW ALPHA-1500(INLET END)Figure 2 INSTALLATIONFRONT VIEW ALPHA-3100(INLET END)Check Valve120V ACPower InOzone InjectorInletConnectionOzone CheckValveOzone GeneratorOn/Off SwitchSump Pump ReceptacleControl PanelOzone MeteringValveDrainManifoldControl PanelFigure 1120V AC PowerInFlow Control ValveOzone Metering ValveOzone InjectorCheck ValveOzone Check ValveOzone GeneratorOn/Off SwitchSump Pump ReceptacleInlet ConnectionDrain ManifoldALPHA SERIES OPERATOR S MANUAL7# 96-629 REV. 8/08 INSTALLATIONSIDE VIEW ALPHA-1500 Figure 3 Recycle LinesOzone Generator (Far Side)Oil Skimmer Float Tank AssemblyOutletOil Drain LineDrainManifoldInletConnectionINSTALLA TIONSIDE VIEW ALPHA-3100 Figure 4 Oil Drain LineOzone GeneratorsRecycle LineOil Skimmer AssemblyOutlet8 ALPHA SERIES OPERATOR S MANUAL # 96-629 REV.

9 8/08 INSTALLATIONTOP VIEW ALPHA-1500 INSTALLATIONTOP VIEW ALPHA-3100 Figure 5 Oil SkimmerVertical Coalescing PlatesLiquid Level SwitchOzone GeneratorHorizontal Coalescing PlatesDrain ManifoldFigure 6sHorizontal Coalescing PlatesOil Sheen FilterPackOil Skimmer Float TankAssemblyVertical Coalescing PlatessOzone GeneratorLiquid LevelSwitchDrain ManifoldALPHA SERIES OPERATOR S MANUAL9# 96-629 REV. 8/08 INSTALLATIONAUTO DISCHARGE OPTIONTYPICAL installation ALPHA ONLY(discharged through sewer system)Electric Ball ValveFigure 8 Figure 710 ALPHA SERIES OPERATOR S MANUAL # 96-629 REV. 8/08 Familiarization With AlphaThe Alpha machine consists of several separate itemswhich must be installed. The most obvious component is a stainless steelseparator tank which is the heart of the Alpha.

10 Takea minute to become familiar with this machine. Additional items furnished with the Alpha include: Sump pump with 1-1/2" ( cm) male quick con-nect coupler and power cord. Perforated sump pump protection/installationcontainer. Sump pump level on/off float control for pump. 1-1/2" x 16' ( cm x m) recycle hose. 1-1/2" ( cm) ball valve for recycle system. 1-1/2" x 25' ( cm x m) inlet hose withquick connect (cut to length as needed). Drain valve manifoldLeveling Alpha MachineThe Alpha Machine must be set level both side to sideand end to end. This is important to assure the ma-chine will give you optimum Pump/Level Control Your Alpha Sump Pump comes in a prepackagedperforated protection container. This container is de-signed to protect the pump from clogging and dam-age from debris.