INSTALLATION GUIDE Automated Reclaimed Condensate System This unique system is designed by Hydrologic Purification Systems to completely purify condensate water that is normally discharged from HVAC systems as waste. Reusing this water brings a facility closer to zero discharge by minimizing wastewater. Condensate water is a byproduct of air conditioning, dehumidifiers, cooling towers, etc. This water is relatively clean but has several issues that the ARCS is designed to treat:

1. Dust, sediment, particulates and suspended solids

2. Residual oil from HVAC component’s manufacturing process

3. Heavy Metals – zinc, copper, lead, etc

Includes:

6 Stage 1: Sediment Cartridge

6 Stage 2: Heavy Metal Reduction Cartridge

6 Stage 3: Neutralizing/Remineralizing Cartridge

6 Stage 4: UV Sterilization

6 10’ White Inlet Tubing

6 10’ Blue Outlet Tubing

6 Filter Wrench

6 Inlet Fittings

White inlet tubing

Grey fitting

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White fitting

Black UV tubing

Blue product water tubing

4. Low pH

5. Bacteria and pathogens

The ARCS consist of 3-stage cartridge filters and a 4th stage UV sterilizer.

The stages include:

1. Stage 1: Sediment Cartridge – Removes dirt, oils, and suspended solids

2. Stage 2: Heavy Metal Reduction Cartridge – removes all heavy metals

3. Stage 3: pH Neutralizing / Remineralizing Cartridge – raises pH and adds calcium carbonate

4. Stage 4: Ultra Violet Sterilization - kills pathogens / bacteria

IMPORTANT NOTE:The pH Neutralizing / Remineralizing Cartridge is there to increase the normally low pH (acidic) condensate water. In order to increase the pH, it also adds a certain amount of calcium carbonate, which increases the PPM/EC of water. As an example, if your condensate water is pH 6.0, the product water from the ARCS will be between 7.0-7.4 pH. Since the Heavy Metal Reduction Cartridge (stage 2) removes all PPM/EC, the product water after stage 3 will be between 40-75 PPM (0.06-0.1 EC) of calcium carbonate. If you find your condensate water is within an acceptable range of pH before treatment and/or if you do not want any calcium carbonate in the product water, simply remove the stage 3 cartridge and leave that canister empty.

INSTALLATION:The ARCS consists of the 3-stage Cartridge assembly, and 4th stage UV sterilizer mounted to the top of the bracket. The ARCS is designed to be placed on a level surface via its heavy duty floor stand or mounted to the wall as an option. The customer supplied pump should be placed within a 10-foot range of the ARCS.

1. Prior to installation, inspect the ARCS for damage during shipping and call Hydrologic to report any issues.

2. Shut down the HVAC system prior to plumbing.

3. Redirect the condensate runoff of the HVAC system(s) into a reservoir or storage tank of your choice. The customer supplied pump should be inline style, and must be able to handle system backpressure. The ideal flow rate of this pump should be 2 gallons per minute (GPM). The ARCS has a flow restrictor that is set for 2 GPM so the water has enough contact time with the filters. Install the gray fitting on the left side of the unit. DO NOT over-tighten.

4. Assemble and insert the UV lamp and Quartz sleeve into the body of the UV as shown in the UV Installation Assembly on page 4.

5. Plumb the outlet from the UV Filter to the reservoir or storage tank using all or part of the included blue 3/8” tubing. This is the purified water line. *NOTE* Depending on the style pump used, if there is no high-pressure switch, ensure that the reservoir has an emergency high-level overflow drain. An emergency overflow drain will allow the treated water to safely go down the drain if the product water reservoir or storage tank becomes too full. If the pump has a high-pressure switch, you can install a float valve in the reservoir or storage tank.

6. Install the white fitting on the right side of the unit. DO NOT over-tighten. Follow the pre-installed back tubing to the “U” shaped fitting and connect fitting to the ARCS unit.

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7. Upon turning the system on, it will take several gallons to fill the canisters of the system and the UV. Flush the filtration system with condensate water or RO water prior to using the treated water. DO NOT use raw city or well water, as this will drastically reduce the life of the filters in each stage. Run the product water line to the drain for this flush. We recommend running at least 5 gallons through the ARCS to drain.

8. After the flush is done, run the product water line to the reservoir and use the water for irrigation or any other application.

9. Brand new HVAC systems can contain a fair amount of oil from the manufacturing process. In order to not clog the ARCS filters, please discard the first 100 gallons of condensate water from the HVAC down the drain, and NOT through the ARCS.

MAINTENANCE:In order for the ARCS to produce quality water, it is necessary to monitor the amount of water produced by the system. This can be done with an inline flow meter/filter monitor that is available as an accessory. Without regular filter changes, the quality of the product water will drastically drop, allowing harmful bacteria and metals to be discharged into product water.

Stage 1) Sediment Cartridge- replace every 5,000 gallons (average). If you notice the condensate water is unusually dirty you may need to replace this more often. We suggest replacing it a minimum of every 6 months, as good practice.

Stage 2) Heavy Metal Reduction Cartridge – replace every 10,000 gallons

Stage 3) pH Neutralizing / Remineralizing Cartridge - replace every 10,000 gallons

Stage 4) The UV Sterilizer is always on. Bulb lasts 8,000 hours. Ballast indicates when to change. Follow the instruction manual for the UV system.

MAXIMUM CAPACITY:The condensate water feed flow rate shall not exceed 2.0 GPM. Upon a higher condensate flow rate, another ARCS can be added to increase filtration capacity. Additional ARCS retain the same basic installation instructions; do not plumb additional ARCS in line. They should be plumbed parallel.

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WARRANTY:A One Year Warranty comes with each ARCS system filter unit against manufacturer’s defects. This does not include clogged filters due to lack of regular maintenance or excessive sediment and/or contaminants in water. This warranty also excludes damage to units caused by using the unit outside of the specified parameters.

Step 1: Prior to installation, make sure the quartz sleeve and UV lamp are clean. It is advised to wear gloves (clean with alcohol, if needed).

Step 3: Install o-ring onto the open end of quartz sleeve (1.5” from the edge of the open end of sleave).

Step 4: Insert the quartz sleeve into the UV chamber.

IMPORTANT:It is easiest to insert sleave when chamber is verticle.

Step 5: Hand-screw end nut on the UV chamber. To protect the o-ring, the nut should be snug but do not over-tighten.

Step 6: Connect the UV lamp to the lamp socket.

Step 7: Carefully insert the UV lamp into the quartz sleeve through end nut.

Step 8: Install the cover cap and hand-tighten onto end nut.

Step 9: The system should always be located closest to the point of use. The UV kit can either be installed horizontally or vertically.

Step 10: Slowly turn on the water supply and check for leaks. Run water for 3 minutes before powering up system.

Step 2: Remove end nut from UV chamber.

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UV Installation Assembly

Precautions: 6 Check UV lamp, quartz sleeve, cord, and plug to ensure that

they are not damaged prior to installation.

6 Never touch the UV lamp directly, always use rubber gloves.

6 UV Systems are designed for continuous operation. Frequent on/off switching will reduce ultraviolet radiation and service life and will void warranty.

6 If the UV kit falls into water, turn main power off before retrieving it. Do not attempt to use this UV kit if it has been submerged in water.

6 Always disconnect the water supply and completely drain the water filter when temperatures drop below freezing for extended periods of time.

6 Never look directly at the UV lamp while device is in operation.

6 Disconnect power supply before servicing.

6 Make sure to only use outlets with GFI protection.

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UV Installation AssemblyUV Specs:

6 Consumed Power: 5.5W-72W

6 Input: 110V, 50/60Hz

6 Ambient Water Temperature: 36°F-110°F

6 Iron:

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