ARIES
High Purity Water System
Installation & Operation Manual

ARIES USER’S MANUAL
This manual contains details on the installation and operation of your Aries Lab Water system. For optimum performance and safety please read and follow these instructions carefully.
You have a quality, world-class water treatment system that will provide ultrapure water for many years of trouble-free operation. Years of engineering and experience went into the design and manufacture of this instrument which will dispense water exceeding Type I water purity standards.
In order that we may keep you informed regarding your unit, please take a moment to complete the information below that will assist with support should it be needed.

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ARIES HIGH PURITY WATER SYSTEM

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Installation and service of the equipment should be performed by authorized and trained personnel. Safety measures and local guidelines must be followed. Use good practices wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) during the installation and service of the equipment.
Electricity – Aries Filterworks lab water equipment should be powered by a grounded GFI electrical connection. Do not open the system unless the system is unplugged. Before any installation or service is performed on the equipment, make sure the power is isolated. To unplug the system, do not pull directly on the cord but grip the plug and remove it from the outlet.
Ultraviolet Light – Aries Filterworks lab water systems may include an ultraviolet light lamp in a stainless-steel housing. Make sure all power is removed prior to accessing the side panel to perform any UV maintenance. Make sure gloves are used when handling the UV bulb. (Gloves must be worn when handling the UV bulb. Which protects the integrity of the bulb) Do not look directly at the UV lamp while the system is operating.
Water Supply – Good piping practices should be followed by feeding water to the lab equipment. Isolation valves, pressure gauges, and bleed valves are recommended for the main water supply. Pressure should be regulated to meet the minimum and maximum specifications stated for the equipment.
Sanitization – Make sure PPE is worn during any sanitization process. The Aries system uses chlorine as a disinfectant. Chlorinated water will be discharged during sampling and flushing sequences. Avoid breathing fumes and ensure the area is sufficiently ventilated.

SYSTEM OVERVIEW

The Aries Lab water system delivers Type 1, 18 MO quality water on demand. Water is purified in a staged process consisting of high-purity long exchange resins to remove dissolved minerals and internal recirculation to maintain purity. At discharge, a fina 0.2pm filter removes particulates and bacteria to attain CLSI / ASTM Type 1 water specifications. Additional optional technologies are incorporated depending on the model. The resistivity monitor provides feedback on the final water quality.
The Aries system is designed to recirculate through multiple technologies to maintain purity. A timer controller runs the system automatically for 30 minutes every 2 hours to maintain the integrity of the system. As the system transitions from “Operating” mode to “Stand By” mode, the recirculation pump, solenoid, resistivity display, and UV (if installed) will be automatically turned off via the timer. A WAKE button on the side of the system will reset the cycle timer back to the “Operating” condition.
Options available with the Aries lab system are UV, recirculating dispensing gun, secondary direct feed port, and wall mounting bracket.

FLOW DIAGRAM

**MODEL TYPES***|
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ARS-102| Aries Lab Water System with 0.2 Micron Outlet Final Filter
ARS-105| Aries Lab Water System with 0.05 Micron Outlet Ultrafilter for Endotoxin Removal
ARS-102-UV| Aries Lab Water System with installed UV and 0.2 Micron Outlet Final Filter
ARS-105-UV| Aries Lab Water System with installed UV 0.05 Micron Outlet Ultrafilter for Endotoxin Removal

• Submicron filter included. Start-Up Cartridges Sold Separately.

**MODEL OPTIONS**|
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ARA-UV| Combination UV for TOC and Bacteria Reduction (installed)
ARA-DC| Dispensing Gun with Final Filter – Factory Installed option. A recirculating gun is mounted on the side of the unit with approximately 5 feet of span. The user manually dispenses water.
ARA-DF| Direct Feed – Factory installed option. Secondary Port on the side of the system. Used to feed ancillary equipment such as analyzers and scientific equipment. The internal pressure switch automatically keeps the system operating during a water draw condition. A minimum flow of 0.1 Ipm is required.
Note, that there is no final filter on this port. A downstream final filter may be considered.
ARA-WB| Wall Mounting Bracket – Factory Installed option. Wall mounting bracket supplied with additional support base plate to the main system.

UV was previously offered as an option with a separate part number.

**START UP CARTRIDGES***|
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VPK-4010| RO Feed Start-Up Cartridges – (3) High Purity Series Mixed Bed Cartridges
VPK-3805| Tap Water Feed / Service DI – (1) Organics Pretreatment & (2) Mixed Bed Cartridges

• Sold Separately.

INFLUENT WATER SPECIFICATIONS

0.2pm particulate prefiltering is recommended for SDI and tap water feeds.
Conductivity| RO: < 20pS/cm
SDI: > 1 MO (Resistivity)
TOP (Using appropriate conditioning as necessary)| RO: < 50 ppb
SDI: < 200 ppb
Temperature| 20° F to 100°F (5° C to 38°C)
Pressure| 30 psig minimum/90 psig maximum (1.38 to 6.21 bar)
Fouling Index| Silt Density Index: < 3
Dissolved Carbon Dioxide| < 30 ppm
Free Chlorine| < .05 ppm

EFFLUENT WATER SPECIFICATIONS

< 1 CFU/mL (with 0.05 micron ultrafilter outlet)
TOC| < 10 ppb (with UV option & 50 ppb influent)
Chlorides| < 1 ppb
Sodium| < 1 ppb
Endotoxin| < 0.03 EU/mL (with 0.05 micron ultrafilter outlet)

CONNECTIONS
– Inlet – 3/8″ OD tubing – Outlet – 1/4 FNPT
– Direct Feed Port – 3/8″ CPC Female Bulkhead with CPC Male x 3/8″ OD Tube Compression

INSTALLATION

It is recommended to review the pre-site requirements before proceeding with the installation. Read through the entire manual prior to the start of the installation. Review all paperwork of items that have been ordered and compare them to the items that have shipped. If any parts are missing, notify the factory or your sales contact.

DIMENSIONS

SYSTEM CHECKLIST AND UNPACKING GUIDE

Special care should be used for the shipping and delivery of these systems. Similar care should be considered when removing the system from the box. Items should be inspected and itemized upon removal to ensure they have not been damaged in transit. Immediately report any noticeable damage to the shipping carrier.

MAIN CHECKLIST

System

• ARS-102 – Main System with 0.2-micron capsule filter
  Or

• ARS-102-UV – Main System with UV module installed. Bulb shipped loose. 0.2-micron filter included.

• ARS-105 – Main System with 0.05-micron ultrafilter

• ARS-105-UV – Main System with UV module installed. Bulb shipped loose. 0.05-micron ultrafilter include

Options

• Wall Mounting Bracket Plate (ARA-WB).
• Installed Dispensing Gun (ARA-DG). Dispensing Gun Tubing connected to side system with bracket. 0.2-micron filter (PF-00-6402) included with ARA-DG
• Direct Feed Port (ARA-DF). Side port with CPC 3/8″ Female panel mount

Included Accessories

• Final Filter as offered with the specific model
• Outlet angle valve with Teflon tape
• Certificate of Conformance
• Hose nipple adapter for ARS-105 ultrafilter
•  UV bulb for UV option
• A final filter for the ARA-DG dispensing gun option
• Quick connect CPC 3/8″ Male x 3/8″ Compression fitting for direct feed option

Recommended Items needed for Installation

• (2) 3/8″ Quick Connection Isolation Valve for upstream isolation and depressurization (not included)
• 0-100 psi pressure gauge (300-grade stainless steel) for diagnostics (not included)
• Tube Cutter

• 2 Phillips Head Screw Driver

• Teflon Tape
• Basic Hand tools (adjustable wrench, pliers, socket wrench, etc.)
• Tie-wraps

Optional Items

• Drill for Wall Mount Level for Wall Mount
• Measuring Tape
• Small electronics size flat screwdriver (Electronics diagnostics)
• 6 feet of 3/8″ Hose for commissioning

INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL

MOUNT INSTRUCTIONS

The Wall mount must be capable of supporting a minimum weight of 50 lbs (22.7 kg). The wall mount bracket has holes on 16″ centers to be secured to studs. If studs are not available, a plywood sheet mounted to the wall is recommended. Make sure holes are level.
Mount bracket with small slots in tabs pointing up.

SETUP

Select a location for the unit which is near the water supply and electrical supply connections. If the water supply does not already have an isolation valve for servicing the Aries Lab System, install one ahead of the unit connection.
Install the right-angle valve into the front of the unit outlet.
Do not install the final capsule filter into the outlet valve until the final step of a startup.
Using the tube fittings provided with the unit, connect the unit inlet to the water supply.
(DO NOT open the supply isolation valve at this time.)

INSTALLING THE CARTRIDGES

there are three (3) cartridge positions. The water flows from left to right. Any pretreatment filters must be installed in position #1 (furthest from the display) and a polishing filter must be installed in position #3 (closest to the display).
Locate the water purifying cartridges selected for your system. Unwrap the filters, remove the shipping plugs and affix the labels.
Place the large opening at the bottom of the filter onto the plunger. Push the cartridge down and tilt back until the filter is aligned with the top post. Allow the filter to slide up over the upper fitting and gently rotate left and right to insure a good seal with the top and bottom 0-rings.
Repeat the above procedure for filters #2 and #3.
Filters should always be installed in the 1,2,3 order and removed in revere – 3,2,1.

INSTALLING THE UV BULB (OPTION)

WARNING – ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Make sure all power is removed from the system.
Remove the top cover by removing the Phillips head screws that attach it. Gently lift the top cover up and set it aside. The UV chamber will be visible at the top of the lab unit.
Unclasp the clamps that hold the stainless-steel body of the UV light. Gently lift the body up about 2 inches to allow clearance for bulb removal.
Unscrew the blue-collar which is threaded into the stainless-steel body. Remove 0-ring gasket and stainless-steel washer.
Hold the UV lamp by the plastic ends ONLY. To avoid oils and fingerprints, it is recommended to use gloves when handling the UV bulb. DO NOT touch the glass. If the lamp should become oily or dirty, clean it with a clean soft tissue or cloth wetted with isopropyl alcohol.
First, slide the 0-ring gasket of the male, pronged end of the UV bulb until it seats. Second, place the washer on top of the gasket. Third, place the blue-collar on top of the gasket.
Connect the female wire connection to the UV male prong until it is fully seated.
Install the bulb into the stainless-steel chamber. Gently thread the blue- collar until hand tight.
Gently push UV body back into the bracket. Squeeze clamps until they click firmly about the UV body.
Replace the top cover and turn the unit on.

START-UP PROCEDURE

Plug in the unit. The electrical outlet should be properly grounded and fused. It is recommended that the system run on its own dedicated electrical circuit.
Open the outlet valve and place a container underneath.
Slowly turn on the water supply to the unit and correct any leaks at the supply connections.
Turn the unit on at the power switch and allow water to flow. Water will be visible filling the cartridges up-flow from the left to the right. Allow the air to bleed from the system through the outlet valve into the open container.
When all air has been purged from the system close the outlet valve.
Install the final capsule filter on the outlet valve. Open the outlet valve and bleed off any residual air in the filter by opening the thumb screw on the side of the filter. Close the thumb screw when water is present and close the outlet valve.
Check connections and cartridges for leaks.

“INITIAL POLISHING” OF NEW CARTRIDGES
The cartridge may require up to 24 hours to rinse up to 18 Megohms.
4 liters of water should be run through the filters as an initial purge of the system.
We recommend a sample be collected in an appropriate sterile sample container and tested for water purity. Periodic laboratory water testing to confirm the effectiveness of the treatment process is the owners’ responsibility.

DISPLAY AND KEYPAD FUNCTIONS

PRIMARY BUTTONS

Wake – Wakes the unit up from the Standby mode and initiates the 30-minute polishing cycle.
( NOTE: The Wake key must be pressed longer than 3 seconds or the unit will not wake up.)
Power- Turns on the power, and start the timer controller. Polishing – Green LED is on when the unit is running, Solenoid, pump, and meter are on.
Stand By – Amber LED is on when the unit is in Stand By mode. Solenoid, pump, and meter are powered down.

RESISTIVITY MONITOR

MONITOR OPERATION AND PROGRAMMING

TO CHECK WATER TEMPERATURE

Press and Hold TEMP
– The water temperature is displayed while the button is pressed.
– The monitor returns to normal operation when released.
– The displayed temperature can be toggled from C to F by repeated pressing.

TO CHECK SET-POINT
Press and Release SET-POINT
-LO- will be displayed momentarily, followed by the currently stored value. The Low set-point value is the point where the relay will energize.
-HI- will then be displayed followed by the High set-point value. The High set-point value is the point where the relay will de-energize.
– The monitor will automatically return to normal operation.

TO ADJUST SET-POINT

Press and Hold SET-POINT then also press ADJUST Release both buttons
-LO- will be displayed momentarily, followed by the current Low set-point value with the LCD’s highest digit flashing.
– To skip this digit, Press and Release ADJUST again OR, Press SET- POINT repeatedly until the desired number is achieved.
Then Press and Release ADJUST
– The next lowest digit will begin flashing. – Press SET-POINT to adjust the digit – Press ADJUST to Skip.
Continue this sequence until all the digits are set and press ADJUST
-HI- will be displayed momentarily, followed by the current High set-point value with the LCD’s highest digit flashing.
– Press SET-POINT to adjust the digit
– Press ADJUST to Skip.
Continue this sequence until all the digits are set and press.
– The Monitor will automatically return to its normal operating mode.

MAINTENANCE

This unit was designed and manufactured to have the ability to produce the purest water that can be obtained for laboratory usage. It purifies water that meets or exceeds the specifications recommended by CLSI, and ASTM, for Type I Reagent Grade Water when it is operated and maintained according to these instructions.

• The ultraviolet lamp (if installed) must be changed once each year.
• The resin cartridges must be replaced when the purity meter indicates the water purity is below your requirements or every 6 months.
• The exterior surfaces may be wiped clean with a mild detergent and a soft cloth to keep the unit clean and new looking.

REPLACING THE FILTER CARTRIDGES AND FINAL FILTER
The cartridges are expendable items that have a finite capacity to deionize and polish the water. When the digital display indicates the purity is less than your minimum requirements, the DI resin cartridges have exhausted their capacity to perform. The cartridge should be replaced every 6 months as a matter of routine maintenance. The final filter should be changed every time the cartridges are replaced.

• Turn the unit off using the power switch.
• Close feed water valve to the system.
• Place a container under the outlet valve to drain water from the system, which releases pressure. Open the outlet valve and leave it open until water stops draining from the system.
• Before removing DI cartridges, wrap the bottom of each plunger with paper towels or a towel to absorb the small water that will drain from the bottom of the filter once it is disengaged from the plunging apparatus. Quickly place the cartridge filled with water into a local basin or sink. Covering the bottom cartridge with your hand will help minimize the excess water.
• Remove the three cartridges starting with Cartridge #3. Push down on the cartridge gently and tilt forward. Quickly remove the filter and discard it in the( trash. There will be some residual water inside the filter. Water will come out of the outlet valve (still open) when the cartridge is depressed.
• Remove cartridges #2 and #1 in this order using the same procedure above. When the plunger is depressed some water will come out of the upper fitting next to the filter.
• Dry the unit and replace the cartridges as described in Section 5.2, Installing the Cartridge.
• The used cartridges may be disposed of in the same manner as any water filter cartridge.
• Replace the Final Filter with a new one each time the filter cartridges are replaced.

SANITIZATION

• Use Sanitization Kit HPA-010.

• Turn off the system and disconnect the power plug.

• Open dispense valve.

• Remove cartridges.

• Remove 0.2-micron final filter.

• Insert sanitization cartridges in the following order:
  CARTRIDGE 1 – SANITIZER, VP-17-0001
  CARTRIDGE 2 – BLANK, VP-17-0000
  CARTRIDGE 3 – BLANK, VP-17-0000

• Insert the power plug into an electrical outlet and turn on the system.

• Draw off about two liters of water from the system, then close the dispense valve.

• Allow the system to remain in recirculation for 45 to 60 minutes. *Note: The unit must remain in the Polishing Mode while sanitizing. If the Aries HP water system was manufactured after the year 2005, the “WAKE” button will need to be pressed once within the first 30 minutes of the sanitization interval so that the water remains in recirculation. Pressing the “WAKE” button interrupts system standby to start the 30-minute run cycle.

• After 15 minutes, open the dispense valve draws off approximately 250 ml, and use test strips to verify minimum chlorine residual of 5 ppm.

• After 45 to 60 minutes, dispense about 20 liters to drain.

• After flushing the system, open the dispense valve draw off 250 ml, and use test strips to ensure the chlorine is removed.

• Turn off the system and disconnect the power plug.

• Open dispense valve.

• Remove cartridges.

• Please refer to the “Installing the Cartridge” and “Start-Up Procedure” sections

CONSUMABLES & SPARE PARTS

Gloves & Test Strips)
HPA-011| 0-ring Repair Kit for Upper Outlet and Plunger (3-sets)
HPA-013| Lower Fitting Repair Kit (Includes 3-sets of the plunger, cup, springs, o-rings, and fittings)
HPA-014| Upper Repair Kit (Includes 3-sets of upper fittings)
PF-00-6402| 0.2-micron capsule filter – 1/4″ MNPT x 1/4″ hose barb
PF-00-6505-HN| 0.05-micron ultrafilter – 1/4″ MNPT x 1/4″ hose barb
PF-00-7101| POU 0.2-micron Endotoxin Removal Capsule Filter – 1/4″ MNPT x 1/4″ hose barb
PX-11-0001| Sanitization Cartridge Only
VP-17-0001| Single Sanitization Cartridge
VPK-3805| VP Series Cartridge Kit for Tap Water Feed (1-Organics Pretreatment & 2 Mixed Beds)
VPK-4010| VP Series Cartridge Kit for RO Feed (3 Mixed Beds)

TROUBLESHOOTING

button must be pushed for at least 3 seconds to initiate the polishing mode.
The display s off.| No power to the unit or unit in Stand By mode.| Check the unit is plugged into a live outlet. Check the unit’s fuse – replace it if it is blown.
Press the Wake switch to initiate the polish code.
Unit blows fuses.| An electrical short exists in the unit.| Return the unit to the factory for repairs or
have the unit serviced by an authorized dealer.
The unit will not dispense water.| Supply of water s not on. Bad Solenoid.
A filter cartridge is loaded with particles
and plugged.
No flow| Confirm that the supply water is turned on.
Have the unit serviced by an authorized dealer or returned to factory.
Replace the filter cartridge.
The capsule filter is bound with air. Open bleed valve.
The display indicates that %neter purity is the below-set point.| The supply water is improperly treated. The resin cartridges are not seated. Resin is exhausted.| Test the supply water TDS and add additional treatment.
Open cartridge housing and reseat cartridge. Install fresh cartridges.
Resin cartridges exhaust quickly.| The supply water is improperly treated.| Test the supply water TDS. Add additional pretreatment to obtain higher quality.
Submicron filter plugs rapidly.| The supply water has colloids and is improperly treated.| Perform a Silt Density Test. If it is higher than 1 add additional pretreatment.

WARRANTY

Systems and options have a one-year warranty from the date of purchase accompanied by system registration. If any component fails to function normally within the first year, return the unit to the factory prepaid. If in the opinion of the factory, failure was due to defects in materials or workmanship, repair or replacement will be made without charge. A reasonable service charge will be made for diagnosis or repairs not covered by this warranty. Aries Filterworks / ResinTech, Inc. assumes no other responsibility or liability.
This warranty does not cover any product which has been subject to misuse, neglect, accident, or used in violation of operating instructions nor does it extend to any units altered or repaired for warranty defects by anyone other than Aries Filterworks / ResinTech, Inc.
IN NO EVENT SHALL ARIES FILTEWORKS / RESINTECH, INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES OR LOST PROFITS FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY OR OTHERWISE.
Aries Filterworks / ResinTech, Inc., reserves the right to make changes in design, specifications, and prices without notice.

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