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When handling the UV lamps and quartz sleeves, soft gloves or a cloth should always be used
to prevent oil deposits on the surface. Oil deposits from your hands can create hot spots on the
surface which may lead to premature bulb failure.
• Determine a suitable location and ensure mounting of the UV system in the correct
orientation can be completed.
• Attach the mounting clamp to the installation structure using an appropriate screw
type for both the weight and material of the surface.
• Position the UV reaction chamber into the mounting clamp and secure.
• Install all inlet / outlet plumbing to the system (inclusive of all pre-filtration and
valve set-ups described above.
• Mount the electronic ballast in a dry location close to the UV reaction chamber.
• Ensure the quartz sleeve is intact and that both silicone o-rings and gland nuts are
in position and tightened (do not overtighten the gland nuts, these should be hand
tightened only)
• Connect the four pins of the UV lamp to the UV lamp plug on the ballast
• Insert the UV lamp into the quartz sleeve and secure the protective cover
• Slowly open the supply valves before and after the UV system and ensure there
are no water leaks.
• Connect the electronic ballast to the power outlet, and ensure that the green light
turns on.
Your UV disinfection system is now ready for use.
In-House Water Distribution System Disinfection
The following procedure is recommended for installations of the vitapur
disinfection system in a whole house treatment application. For point of use
applications where the VPL-2 system is being utilized, a similar procedure should be
followed to ensure all downstream plumbing from the treatment system is disinfected
prior to initial use. For systems installed on a municipally treated water system,
plumbing system disinfection is at the discretion of the user.
To disinfect the distribution system, carry out the following steps (please ensure that
the UV system remains on during the entire process):
• Familiarize yourself with the various shut-off valves on your system. It is important
to understand which combinations of valve positions allow you to isolate the
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• Shut the main water supply off and drain the hot water tank and any other storage
tanks that may be downstream of the pre-filter filter housing.
• Close the valves necessary to isolate and remove the sediment filter cartridge.
Remove the filter cartridge from the housings and fill the sump with 1-2 cups of
household chlorine bleach (5.25%).
• Re-install the sump (without filter) and slowly re-pressurize the system. Open all
faucets and allow cold water to run until you can smell chlorine in the water. Shut
off the faucet and repeat with all other household faucets. Be sure to include all
exterior faucets, shower heads, and dishwasher / washing machine lines within
this process.
• Allow the solution to remain in the lines for 30 minutes.
• Re-install the pre-filter cartridge, and flush each individual water line as above
until no chlorine odor is detected. It is critical to ensure that the water distribution
system is fully flushed of all residual chlorine prior to use. EXTREME CAUTION
SHOULD BE EXERCISED. As the level of chlorine in the system is approximately
25-50 times greater than that observed in municipally treated water (this is
required for the disinfection of the household lines). It is extremely important that
proper flushing procedures be followed from all taps prior to use.
Note: The introduction of a chlorine disinfection solution to a hot water heater that
has been used with untreated hard water or water with excessive iron, manganese or
other organic contaminants may lead to oxidization of these materials. If you feel that
these conditions may apply to your installation, a thorough flushing of the hot water
tank should be done to eliminate the oxidized material from the system.
Operation & Maintenance
The UV system should remain on continuously to ensure protection of your water
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system. During normal operation of the system, the green power LED light will be
illuminated.
During periods of non-use, it is normal for the temperature of the water in the
cylinder to rise. Simply flushing the water line will alleviate this condition. During
humid conditions, sweating, or small water droplets may be noticed on the surface
of the UV reaction chamber. The formation of condensation during high humidity
conditions is normal.
The following instructions have been provided to assist with general maintenance
of the system; UV lamp replacement and quartz sleeve cleaning/ replacement.
All other system repairs must be completed by an accredited service technician.
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