Water Requirements
Distilled or de-ionized water is preferred as it is absent the adverse effects caused by tap water minerals. High levels of dissolved chlorides, sulfates, magnesium, and calcium found in some tap water causes scale deposits, sludge deposits and/or corrosion. These deposits have been shown to cause component failures and poor heat transfer, resulting in overheating. If tap water is used, the mineral content in the water must be below the maximum concentration listed in the table below.
Table 1, Maximum Mineral Concentration in Water
|
Minerals |
Maximum Concentration |
|
|
Parts per Million |
Grains per Gallon |
|
|
Chlorides |
40 |
2.5 |
|
Sulfates |
100 |
5.8 |
|
Total Dissolved Solids |
340 |
20 |
|
Magnesium + Calcium Content |
170 |
10 |