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Spectra Watermakers Newport 400 User Manual

Spectra Watermakers Newport 400
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NEWPORT 400 MPC-5000 MkII
INSTALLATION & OWNER’S
MANUAL
Part 1……....Installation, Operation, Maintenance
Part 2………………….. Programming and Controls
Spectra Watermakers, Inc.
20 Mariposa Road, San Rafael, CA 94901
Phone 415-526-2780 Fax 415-526-2787
E-mail: spectra@spectrawatermakers.com
www.spectrawatermakers.com
1-28-07 mpc5000
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Spectra Watermakers Newport 400 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSpectra Watermakers
ModelNewport 400
CategoryWater System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Installation Guide

Getting Started

Unpacking and inspecting system components for damage and completeness.

Installation Basics

Essential guidelines for thru-hulls, pipe fitting, and wiring for proper system setup.

Component Placement

Guidance on mounting strainer, flush, boost, and feed pump modules for optimal installation.

Membrane Pressure Vessel Relocation

Instructions for relocating the membrane pressure vessel and connecting high-pressure tubing.

Plumbing

Instructions for routing hoses and tubes, making connections, and preventing kinks.

Parker Tube Fitting Assembly Procedure

Step-by-step guide for correctly assembling Parker tube fittings for leak-free connections.

Wiring

Information on identifying and connecting cables for control system, boost pump, and power.

Operation Procedures

New System Start-Up and Testing

Procedures for initial system power-up, checks, and testing to ensure correct operation.

Dry Testing With Artificial Ocean

Method for testing the watermaker using artificial seawater if boat testing is not feasible.

Normal Start Up Using the Auto Run Button

Steps for starting the system using the Auto Run feature for normal operation and priming.

Flush Cycle Adjustment

How to adjust flush water pressure and feed pump speed for optimal flushing.

Automatic Store Cycle

Understanding and operating the automatic store cycle, including flush functions.

Manual Operation

Procedures for operating the system manually in case of control failure or specific tasks.

Service & Maintenance

Long Term Storage Procedures

Guidelines for storing the watermaker system when not in use to prevent biological growth.

Storage & Winterizing

Instructions for protecting the system using antifreeze (Propylene Glycol) for cold weather storage.

Maintenance

Routine checks and servicing for seawater strainer, prefilters, and charcoal filter replacement.

Membrane Cleaning

Steps for cleaning reverse osmosis membranes to restore performance and remove fouling.

Salinity Probe Calibration

How to calibrate the salinity probe for accurate product water salinity readings.

Suggested Spares

Recommended spare parts kits for various cruising durations and system components.

Controls

MPC Remote Control Display Panels

Information on the types of display panels, their connection, and function.

Tank Switch Installation and Operation

How to install and configure tank switches for automatic watermaker operation and tank filling.