LIFEGARD QL Series Ultraviolet Sterilizer Instructions

LIFEGARD QL Series Ultraviolet Sterilizer

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CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THE BULB OUTSIDE THE HOUSING. EVEN BRIEF EXPOSURE TO ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION CAN CAUSE TEMPORARY REDDENING AND IRRITATION OF THE EYES AND SKIN.

Congratulations on the purchase of your LIFEGUARD Ultraviolet Sterilizer. The radiation from the ultraviolet light at 2537 angstroms provided inside the LIFEGARD Ultraviolet Sterilizer exerts a lethal effect on micro-organisms. This sterilizer, when installed and used properly, is the most efficient and effective method of disease control available.

WHERE TO INSTALL

The modular design of the Lifegard sterilizer allows it to be easily added to an existing Lifegard filter system (Figure A). In addition, the unit can also be installed on the outlet side of most canister filters sold in the aquarium industry today (Figure B). In every case, the sterilizer is most effective in clear filtered water and should be installed as the final stage in your filtration system.

UNPACKING, ASSEMBLY, AND INSTALLATION

NOTE: Instructions refer to item numbers of exploded view parts breakdown.

1. Carefully unpack the quartz sleeve (#1), quartz bulb (#2), ballast assembly (#3), cap (#4), and housing. Make sure all packing material is removed from the inside the housing.

2. Unscrew the compression coupling from cap (#4), and remove the rubber gasket (#5).

3. Insert quartz sleeve (#1) through cap (#4) leaving the open end of the quartz sleeve protruding about 2” from top of cap.

4. Slide gasket (#5) over the open end of the quartz sleeve until entire gasket is about 1/4” past end of the quartz sleeve. Gasket must remain entirely past open end of quartz sleeve to achieve and maintain a proper seal (Figure C).
   NOTE: Failure to install quartz sleeve properly will result in damage to bulb and ballast.

5. Screw small compression coupling onto cap (#4). The compression coupling will push the quartz sleeve into the proper position. Hand tighten only.

6. Carefully insert the quartz sleeve into bottom receptacle inside the center of the housing and tighten cap (#4). Hand tighten only.

7. Repeat steps #2 – 6 for each chamber in the commercial sterilizers (QL-80, QL-120, QL-160, QL-240).

8. Attach the ultraviolet sterilizer so it is “LAST” in the filtration system (Figure A or Figure B). The ultraviolet sterilizer is most effective in clear filtered water. Make sure proper inlet and outlet ports are utilized (Figure D for QL-15, Ql-25, QL-40; Figure E for QL-80, QL-120, QL-160, QL-240).

9. Carefully match pins of the male 4-pin connector [top of quartz bulb (#2)] to the female 4-pin connector (#6) of ballast assembly (#3) and push fully into place.

10. Apply small amount of Lifegard Silicone lubricant (R172036X) on the rubber insert at the top of splash boot to allow cord to slide easily. Gently pull cord above splash boot (#7) and guide the electrical connection until it bottoms out into narrow neck of splash boot. Do not pull fragile wires connecting the male 4-pin connector to the quartz bulb (#2) as this will damage the bulb.

11. Gently slide quartz bulb (#2) with ballast assembly (#3) attached inside quartz sleeve until it reaches bottom. Do not drop bulb into quartz sleeve. Screw splash boot (#7) on to compression coupling on cap (#4). This will prevent water that accidentally spills on UV sterilizer from entering quartz sleeve and wetting the bulb.

12. Place ballast (#3) where there is no chance of water contact, a normal precaution for electrical devices near water environments. Water contact with ballast will damage ballast and possibly create an electrical hazard.

13. Repeat steps #9 – #12 for each chamber in the commercial sterilizers (QL-80, QL-120, QL-160, QL-240.)

14. Turn on pump/filter system.

15. Plug in ballast(s), (#3)

Reducing Bushings
Ql-15, QL-25, and QL-40 have the option of connection to 3/4” MPT or 1” MPT using reducer bushings included in the package. 11/4”x 3/4”, 11/4”x 1”, 1 1/2”x 3/4” or 1 1/2”x 1”. Bushing of your choice should be glued using PVC/ABS compatible glue. All commercial UV Sterilizers QL-80, QL-120, QL-160 and QL-240 are supplied with a 2” Slip inlet/outlet port. The customer has the option to glue the fitting of their choice for a convenient installation.
NOTE: The beneficial nitrifying bacteria in your biological filter will not be affected by the ultraviolet radiation due to their sessile nature. These beneficial bacteria adhere to all types of surfaces and are not free to pass through the sterilizer.

HOW TO REPLACE INTERNAL PROTECTIVE SLEEVE AND 3/4” OVERFLOW PIPE

The internal protective sleeve (#9) and 3/4” overflow pipe (#10) must be replaced on a yearly basis in orderto maintain the integrity of the external housing.Yearly replacement of these items will substantially prolong the life of your sterilizer housing.

1. Turn off pump / filter system.
2. Shut off inlet and outlet valves.
3. Unplug ballast assembly (#3)
4. Pull out quartz bulb (#2) and ballast assembly (#3) together as one unit. Carefully place bulb and ballast assembly to the side.
5. Unscrew cap (#4) with quartz sleeve (#1) attached. Carefully place cap and quartz sleeve assembly to the side.
6. Remove the 3/4” overflow pipe (#10) by pulling the pipe straight up using your hands and/or small pliers. The overflow pipe is not glued in place. Pulling upward will dislodge it from the stub at the base of the housing (Fig. F). Wiggle back and forth if necessary to loosen.
7. Remove the protective sleeve (#9) by pulling the sleeve straight up using your hands. The sleeve is not glued in place and will slide out of the housing (Fig. G).
8. Place new 3/4” overflow pipe (#10) over stub at the base of the unit. Push firmly into place (Fig. H).
9. Slide new protective sleeve (#9) into housing with stabilizer clip (#9) at top of sleeve. Push the sleeve into the housing with slotted side of sleeve positioned around 3/4” overflow pipe (#10) inside the stabilizer clip (#9) so that the overflow pipe rests along the inside edge of the housing (Fig. J). NOTE: All overflow pipes are equipped with a 1/8” air bleed tube which must be positioned so that the tip of 1/8” tube is at top of chamber when mounted horizontally. When positioned correctly, the tube will be exactly opposite the horizontal stand. (Fig. J).
10. Carefully insert quartz sleeve into bottom receptacle inside the center of the housing and tighten cap (#4). Hand tighten only.
11. Place quartz bulb (#2) into quartz sleeve (#1) by repeating steps #11- #12 in section (B).
12. Repeat steps #3 – 12 for each chamber in the commercial sterilizers (QL-80, QL-120, QL-160, QL-240).
13. Open inlet and outlet valves.
14. Turn on pump/filter system.
15. Plug in ballast(s), (#3)

HOW TO CHANGE THE QUARTZ BULB

1. Unplug the ballast assembly (#3).
2. Unscrew splash boot (#7) from compression coupling on cap (#4) and carefully remove bulb (#2) and ballast assembly (#3) from quartz sleeve (#1).
3. Replace the old bulb by following steps #9 – 12 of section (B).
4. Plug in ballast(s), assembly (#3).
5. Repeat steps #1-5 for each chamber in the commercial sterilizers (QL-80, QL-120, QL-160, QL-240).

HOW TO CLEAN THE QUARTZ SLEEVE

1. Unplug the ballast assembly (#3).
2. Turn off the pump/filter system.
3. Shut off inlet and outlet valves.
4. Unscrew splash boot from the compression coupling on cap (#4) and carefully remove bulb (#2) and ballast assembly (#3) from quartz sleeve (#1). Carefully place bulb and ballast assembly to the side.
5. Unscrew cap (#4) with quartz sleeve (#1) attached.
6. Lift off cap (#4) and quartz sleeve (#1) assembly.
7. Wipe off quartz sleeve (#1) with rubbing alcohol.
8. carefully insert the quartz sleeve (#1) into bottom receptacle inside the center of the housing and screw on cap (#4). Make sure all threads on cap and housing are free of dirt. Lubricate “O” ring (#8) with LIfegard silicone lubricant. (R172036X)
9. Place quartz bulb (#2) into quartz sleeve (#1) by repeating steps #11-12 in section (B).
10. Repeat steps #4-9 for each chamber in the commercial sterilizers (QL-80, QL-120, QL-160, QL-240).
11. Open inlet and outlet valves.
12. Turn on pump/filter system.
13. Plug in ballast(s), (#3).
14. Make sure system is water tight.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

All of the following maintenance procedures can be conveniently scheduled at the same time every year.

1. Quartz Bulb (#2) The quartz bulb must be replaced
   on a yearly basis. The characteristic visible blue glowemitted by the bulb is not an indication of the amount of invisible ultraviolet radiation being produced. The blue glow will still be seen when the ultraviolet output is zero.

2. Protective Sleeve (#9) and 3/4” Overflow Pipe (#10) The protective sleeve and overflow pipe must be replaced on a yearly basis. This replacement will substantially prolong the life of your sterilizer housing.

3. “O” Ring (#8) The “O” ring on the cap (#4) should be replaced on a yearly basis. The “O” ring must be cleaned of any debris and lubricated with Lifeguard silicone lubricant (R172036X) before inserting into clear cap.

4. Gasket (#5) The gasket must be replaced on a yearly basis. Failure to replace the gasket may result in a water leak into the quartz sleeve (#1).

5. Quartz Sleeve (#7) The quartz sleeve must be cleaned once a year with rubbing alcohol to remove any build-up of dirt or slime.

WARRANTY POLICY

• The warranty period starts from date of purchase and must be validated with a copy of the original purchase receipt.

• Warranty requests by phone will not be honored.

• Warranty items returned without a copy of the original purchase receipt will not be honored.

• Products purchased from eBay, Craig’s List, etc. cannot be honored for warranty unless returned by original purchaser with proof of purchase.

• All items must first be returned to Lifegard Aquatics for inspection, evaluation, and processing to determine if product qualifies for warranty replacement or repair. No warranty (repair, replacement, or credit) will be issued prior to the inspection of the product. Please contact us first for warranty assistance.

Many times the product can be repaired without the cost and time involved in sending it back to us. If absolutely necessary, return product freight prepaid to the following address for warranty evaluation and processing. One year warranty from date of purchase on all UV sterilizers. 60 day warranty from date of purchase on all ultraviolet bulbs.
Lifegard Aquatics
Cerritos, CA
Tel (562)404-4129
Fax (562)404-4159
Email: info@lifegardaquatics.com

QL-15, QL-25, QL-40, QL-80, QL-120, QL-160, QL-240

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3A| QL-15/25/40| R175278| 15/25/40Watt 230V, 50Hz, ballast for QL-40, 80, 120, 160, 240
4| QL-15 to QL-240| R175109| Cap w/coupling
5| QL-15 to QL-240| R175022X| Gasket
6| QL-15 to QL-240| R175232| Female 4 pin connector
7| QL-15 to QL-240| R175235| Splash boot
8| QL-15 to QL-240| 220001| “O” ring
9| QL-15| R177333| Protective sleeve
9A| QL-25| R177334| Protective sleeve
9B| QL-40| R177335| Protective sleeve
9C| QL-80 to QL-240| R177336| Protective sleeve
10| QL-15| R177338| 3/4” overflow pipe
10A| QL-25| R177340| 3/4” overflow pipe
10B| QL-40| R177342| 3/4” overflow pipe
10C| QL-80 to QL-240| R177344| 3/4” overflow pipe
11| QL-15, QL-25, QL-40| R174000| 1 1/4” x 3/4” Lifegard Reducer Bushing
11A| QL-15, QL-25, QL-40| R174001| 1 1/4” x 1” Lifegard Reducer Bushing
11B| QL-15, QL-25, QL-40| R174002| 1 1/2” x 3/4” Lifegard Reducer Bushing
11C| QL-15, QL-25, QL-40| R174003| 1 1/2” x 1” Lifegard Reducer Bushing
12| QL-15, QL-25, QL-40| R270313| 3/4” Close Nipple
12A| QL-15, QL-25, QL-40| R270484| 1” Close Nipple

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