Better Water LLC Central R.O. System Operation

1 Central Reverse Osmosis Units Used For HEMODIALYSIS 2020 2436 3046 Revised Feb, 2013 Better Water LLC Central System Operation Central System Operator Manual Man Central RO Operator's Rev Dec 2014 Man Central RO Operator's Rev Dec 2014 Our 01 Important Operator Warnings and 03 Introduction to the Central 05 System 07 09 Feed Water 11 Membrane 13 Pump Air 15 Pressure 17 Digital Flush 19 Miscellaneous 21 Pre-treatment interlock fault 23 .03 Pyrogen final 25 Variable Frequency 29 remote alarm 31 Disinfect .. 33 System 35 Timed operate 37 39 Initial operational 41 Unit 43 VFD 49 Cleaning and disinfecting 53 Sanitizing the sanitary sample 59 Long term 61 63 System 65 Central System Operation Table of Contents Central System Operator Manual Man Central RO Operator's Rev Dec 2014 Consumable Parts.

2 71 Change out 73 Factory 77 Optional 79 System trouble 81 Example 85 Limited 89 Appendix 1 Technical Service 91 Unit Test 99 Central System Operation Table of Contents Central System Operator Manual Man Central RO Operator's Rev Dec 2014 Better WaterBetter WaterBetter WaterBetter Water llc llc llc llc 2020 Central Models And Specifications Model EQRM-203K EQRM-205K Capacity GPM/GPD # of Membranes 2 3 Size of Membranes 4 x 40 Full fit Control Voltage 24vac Electrical Requirement 120vac/20 amp circuit, 208/330vac 3ph Dimensions Approximately 20 x20 x 72 (includes pre-filters & junction boxes) Incoming Water 6 gpm @30 psi 8 gpm @ 30 psi Feed Water Requirements Temp:50f-92F,total chlorine < ,SDI <3, TOC <2 ppm ,Operating pH range: 6-10,Bacterial Count <50 cfu Gauges RO Pump, Membranes, Reject Flow meters Product, Reject, Recirculation Water Quality Monitor Digitally Displays: % Rejection, Feed TDS, Product TDS, Alarm Set-Point Standard Alarms Poor Water Quality, Low Feed Pressure, High Pump Pressure, High Membrane Pressure, High Product Pressure and High Feed Water Pressure Other Standard features Disinfect Tank include , Renalin / Minncare Compatible , Product Water Divert to Drain , Silkscreened Labeling , Rugged Stainless Steel Frame Construction , Baked on Powder Coat Finish , Polyamide Membranes , Extremely Quiet Air-cooled pump with Power savings V F D Better Water LLC 698 Swan Drive, Smyrna, TN 37167 Ph.

3 (615) 355-6063, Fax (615) 355-6065 Man Central RO Operator's Rev Dec 2014 Better WaterBetter WaterBetter WaterBetter Water llc llc llc llc 3046 Central Models And Specifications Model EQRMA-3014K EQRMA-3016K EQRMA-3018K EQRMA-3020K Capacity GPM/GPD ,400 ,200 ,000 ,800 # of Membranes 8 9 10 11 Size of Membranes 4 x 40 full fit Control Voltage 24vac Electrical Requirement 208/230/406vac 3ph Dimensions Approximately 30 x46 x 72 (includes pre-filters & junction boxes) Incoming Water 8 gpm @ 30 psi Feed Water Requirements Temp:50f-92F,total chlorine < ,SDI <3, TOC <2 ppm ,Operating pH range: 6-10, Bacterial Count <50 cfu Gauges RO Pump, Membranes, Reject Flow meters Product, Reject, Recirculation Water Quality Monitor Digitally Displays: % Rejection, Feed TDS, Product TDS, Alarm Set-Point Standard Alarms Poor Water Quality, Low Feed Pressure, High Pump Pressure, High Membrane Pressure, High Product Pressure and High Feed Water Pressure Other Standard features Disinfect Tank include , Renalin / Minncare Compatible , Product Water Divert to Drain , Silkscreened Label ing , Rugged Stainless Steel Frame Construction , Baked on Powder Coat Finish , Polyamide Membranes , Extremely Quiet Air-cooled pump with Power savings V F D Better Water LLC 698 Swan Drive, Smyrna, TN 37167 Ph.

4 (615) 355-6063, Fax (615) 355-6065 Man Central RO Operator's Rev Dec 2014 Better WaterBetter WaterBetter WaterBetter Water llc llc llc llc 2436 Central Models and Specifications Model EQRMA -245K EQRMA -247K EQRMA -249K EQRMA -24102K EQRMA -2412K Capacity GPM / GPD 3. 75 / 5400 5. 0 / 7200 6. 25 /9000 7. 5 / 10800 # of Membranes 3 4 5 6 7 Size of Membranes 4 x 4 0 full fit Control Voltage 24vac Electrical Requirements 208/230/450 3ph Dimensions Approximately 39" W x 42 D x 77 H (includes pre-filters & junction boxes) Incoming Water 8 gpm 12 gpm 14 gpm 16 gpm 19 gpm Feed Water requirements Temp. : 50f-92f, Total Chlorine < 0. 1p p m, T O C < 2p p m, S D I < 3, Operating pH range : 610, 30 psi inlet pressure , Bacterial Count < 50cfu Gauges Pre-Filter, Membrane , Reject , Product Flow meters Product , Reject Water Quality monitor Digitally Displays : % Rejection , Feed TDS , Product TDS , Alarm Set -Point Standard Alarms Poor Water Quality , Low Feed Pressure , High Membrane Pressure , High Product Pressure , & High Fee Water Temperature Other Standard features Disinfect Tank include , Renalin / Minncare Compatible , Product Water Divert to Drain , Silkscreened Label ing , Rugged Stainless Steel Frame Construction , Baked on Powder Coat Finish , Polyamide Membranes , Extremely Quiet Air-cooled pump with Power savings V F D Better Water LLC 698 Swan Drive, Smyrna, TN 37167 Ph.

5 (615) 355-6063, Fax (615) 355-6065 Man Central RO Operator's Rev Dec 2014 Better WaterBetter WaterBetter WaterBetter Water llc llc llc llc This Page Left Blank Intentionally Better Water LLC 698 Swan Drive, Smyrna, TN 37167 Ph. (615) 355-6063, Fax (615) 355-6065 Man Central RO Operator's Rev Dec 2014 Our Company User Assistance Information Contact Us Better Water LLC 698 Swan Drive Smyrna, TN 37167 Phone 615-355-6063 Fax 615-355-6065 Better Water is a leading integrated manufacturer of Water treatment machines, components and equipment for the industrial, commercial and institutional markets. Located in Smyrna, Tennessee, Better Water continues its history of manufacturing and worldwide distribution of equipment specifically designed for the renal dialysis market.

6 Founded in 1971, Better Water has built a reputation for solving our customers' toughest problems with high-quality products and unmatched service. Support is available regarding all BW LLC Systems 24 hours-7 Days. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday (excluding holidays) 8:00 am to 3:30 pm Central Time call: 615-355-6063 Emergency Assistance is available after normal business hours (including holidays) BEFORE calling for emergency assistance: Check the Operator s Trouble-shooting guide Check the electrical power connections, fuses and/or circuit breakers Check all valves to ensure each is in the correct position.

7 If this fails to correct the problem and an emergency hemodialysis treatment situation exists, call: 615-355-6063 Your call will be automatically forwarded to the on-call cell phone directory. Please copy all the numbers and select the most appropriate number for your emergency. Central System Operation Central System Operator Manual Man Central RO Operator's Rev Dec 2014 Page 1 of 99 Better WaterBetter WaterBetter WaterBetter Water llc llc llc llc This Page Left Blank Intentionally Better Water LLC 698 Swan Drive, Smyrna, TN 37167 Ph. (615) 355-6063, Fax (615) 355-6065 Man Central RO Operator's Rev Dec 2014 Page 2 of 99 Warnings and Cautions Better Water LLC 698 Swan Drive Smyrna, TN 37167 Phone 615-355-6063 Fax 615-355-6065 WARNINGS and CAUTIONS WARNING: It is unsafe to operate this device without first reading and understanding the entire Operator's Instruction Manual.

8 WARNING: Misuse or improper Operation of this device could result in serious injury, death, or other serious reactions to a patient undergoing hemodialysis treatment. WARNING: Misuse, improper use or handling of chemical disinfectants and chemical cleaning solutions could result in serious injury or even death. You must comply with the information contained in the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for the chemical being used. CAUTION: Improper Operation of this device could result in a low or no flow alarm on the hemodialysis machine. CAUTION: Misuse or improper Operation of this device will void any warranty. Central System Operation Central System Operator Manual Man Central RO Operator's Rev Dec 2014 Page 3 of 99 USER CAUTIONS Better Water LLC 698 Swan Drive Smyrna, TN 37167 Phone 615-355-6063 Fax 615-355-6065 User Cautions 1.

9 When used as a medical device, federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the authority of a physician. Per CFR (b)(1). 2. Improper Operation of any of these devices could result in a low or no-flow alarm on the dialysis machines. 3. Misuse or improper Operation of these devices will void any warranty. 4. Where Water is mentioned, unless otherwise noted, it must be AAMI standard quality Water . 5. Electrical and plumbing connections must adhere to local statutes and any facility codes. Connect this device to a proper ground connection in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Do not remove the ground wire or ground plug. Do not use an extension cord with this equipment. 6. Do not remove any Caution, Warning or any other descriptive labels from the device. 7. Do not operate this device in an explosive environment or in the presence of flammable materials.

10 Do not use this device to store, mix or transfer flammable liquids. 8. Movement or vibrations during shipment may cause connections to loosen. 9. Do not operate this unit in an environment where temperatures may be below 50 F or above 92 F. Central System Operation Central System Operator Manual Man Central RO Operator's Rev Dec 2014 Page 4 of 99 Introduction Better Water LLC 698 Swan Drive Smyrna, TN 37167 Phone 615-355-6063 Fax 615-355-6065 The Reverse Osmosis ( ) Machine is a multiple-membrane, device that is pressurized by a stainless steel pump and motor. The Reverse Osmosis process uses a semi-permeable membrane to separate and remove dissolved solids, organics, Pyrogen, submicron colloidal matter from the Water .