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Why is PHIBER Different Than Other Systems
Wasteful Conventional Flushing… versus a miserly PHIBER Flush!
Flex of Phunction
The PHIBER Phactor

WHY IS PHIBER DIFFERENT FROM OTHER SYSTEMS?

It is an industry-standard practice to manually freshwater flush many systems that use seawater for cooling after every use. As such, many systems provide a connection method for convenience to the operator, but proper flushing is not just the connection of a hose… it requires significant human intervention and is often difficult to achieve. Traditional methods for flushing with fresh water burden the operator with time constraints, physical labor, process management and unnecessary water flow (waste) to perform a flush. Flushing Kits are widely available in the marine marketplace, usually consisting of simple plumbing adapters that provide a “faster connection” process. Some include a timer and/or valve sequencer that controls the duration and flow between multiple devices (engines). These products are typically focused on outboard engine applications because proper flushing of inboard engines and other systems is complex and often very risky to perform.

PHIBER Freshwater Flush Systems are unique because the proprietary design can be configured to provide a safe and effective flush for nearly ANY application, including inboard engines with both wet and dry exhaust, vessel gyroscopic stabilization systems, desalination systems, and more. It is purchased as a flexible kit which, during installation, is tailored and programmed for the specific application, providing a precision flush (timing, duration, and flow) for a particular system.

During installation, basic PHIBER design tenets MUST be followed in order to achieve the proper and safe result, therefore installation by a qualified professional is highly recommended.

WASTEFUL CONVENTIONAL FLUSHING…VERSUS A MISERLY PHIBER FLUSH!

TRADITIONAL FRESHWATER FLUSHING (FWF):

Outboard Engines – Every OEM of outboard engines provides recommendations in their service/owner manuals for FWF procedures after every use, and for an average duration of 5-10 minutes. Depending on water pressure and hose size, that can mean between 60 and 120 Gallons of precious fresh water to execute a simple freshwater flush.

Inboard Engines – When flushing an inboard engine (using other methods other than PHIBER), the amount of fresh water typically required for a proper flush is significantly increased… to as much as 150 gallons, depending on the method used.

THE PHIBER ADVANTAGE

The bottom line for Freshwater Flushing both inboard and outboard engines:

Only the exact amount of fresh water to fully displace the seawater is necessary to achieve the desired results.

Many marine engines use a thermostat to regulate and direct raw cooling water flow within the engine based on the temperature of the engine block. Generally, it is closed when the engine is cold and open when the engine is hot.

Most engines’ (outboard and inboard) raw water networks do NOT require significant amounts of water to accomplish a proper Freshwater Flush (FWF) if it is performed within a few minutes of engine shutdown, while the thermostat is still open.

As any flush begins, the seawater in the raw water network immediately begins to dilute… once the seawater has been purged and the “parts-per-million” (PPM) of dissolved solids (salt, minerals, etc) drops to less than 1500, the FWF is technically complete.

OUTBOARD ENGINES:

For newer outboard engines, the duration and total amount of fresh water needed for a proper FWF flushing is directly related to the following:

Total capacity of the raw water network (amount of water in the engine when circulating at operating temperature)
The duration of FWF necessary to displace seawater (reaching an acceptable range of PPM)

FWF for outboards is usually performed with the engine off and with the engine out of the seawater. For the most effective freshwater flush, it should be executed at the optimal moment when it can be the MOST effective… within a few minutes of engine shutdown. Fresh water rinses the engine’s entire internal raw water network, pushing the seawater and its contaminants out. As the flow of flushing water stops, it drains from the lowest point of the engine raw water network and air replaces the water in the raw water network as it exits.

INBOARD ENGINES:

For inboard engines, the duration and total amount of fresh water needed for a proper FWF is only and directly related to the following:

Total flow rates of the freshwater pump (gallons-per-minute based on pressure and plumbing size)
Total capacity of the raw water network (amount of water in the engine when circulating at operating temperature)
The duration of FWF necessary to displace seawater (reaching an acceptable range of PPM)

Most Inboard engines remain in seawater for long periods, so flushing is challenging because the water may not be able to “drain out” as it does with outboard engines. For the most effective freshwater flush to occur, the FWF should be executed at the optimal moment when it can be the MOST effective… while the engine is still operating, just prior to the point of engine shutdown, “pickling” inboard engines with freshwater, and preventing the buildup of corrosion and bio/mineral-scale in critical areas behind the raw water pump, which can cause overheating problems if left unchecked.

PHIBER is the only Inboard Engine flushing solution that does NOT require the operator to connect an external freshwater source (dock hose) and open or close seacocks to perform a flush. It protects the engine by ensuring waterflow to the engine’s raw water pump at all times, through the use of a strategically-placed custom Swing Gate.

Using a PHIBER System results in miserly water usage when executing a freshwater flush, which is critical for vessels with limited freshwater tankage or for when freshwater resources are scarce.

FLEX OF PHUNCTION

A PHIBER Freshwater Flush can be initiated by three conditions:

Automatic

Automated Freshwater Flushing triggered by specific functions or systematic operations

Scheduled

Scheduled Freshwater Flushing based on a routine, clock, or calendar

On Demand

Instant engagement of a Freshwater Flush as warranted

THE “PHIBER PHACTOR”

The proprietary PHIBER FWF Manifold configuration connects fresh and raw water plumbing networks together. The Control Module is programmed to ensure flushing occurs when the following safety and performance protocols are met:

Maintains adequate water flow through a raw water network at all times, protecting the engine.
Maintains the integrity of the freshwater network.
Flushes the ENTIRE raw water plumbing network, including areas within engines that are often overlooked with manual processes.
Flushes are configured to ensure salinity levels within the raw water network reach the proper PPM that prevents biofouling, scale buildup, and corrosion.
Extremely low power requirements – requires minimal power only during the FWF process.
Miserly water usage – Only the exact amount of water necessary to complete a proper flush is used.
Expeditious – Most FWF processes can be fully completed in under a minute (with a properly configured system).
Safety – built in safeguards protect inboard engines to prevent damage from improper flushing (timing, etc).

“PHIBER replaces ‘reactive repairs’ with ‘proactive maintenance’. It keeps my engine’s raw water systems clean and functional… and that keeps me on the water.”

“Flushing inboard engines has never been an easy option, and as a perfectionist, I have researched every flushing solution out there for mine. The PHIBER System is THE complete solution to our challenges.”

“The PHIBER System hardware was far less expensive than a single servicing of my engine’s heat exchanger… That is definitely ROI (Return On Investment) and a phenomenal value.”

“We use our boat every day… and I haven’t had to touch a garden hose in a year! The PHIBER System has given me freedom from the monotony of dockside maintenance.”

“Despite all of the advancements in marine engine technologies, systems and methods in the last 75 years, the traditional raw water system has not evolved. It is the same design as it was back in 1950. PHIBER Systems are the first real design advancement of marine raw water systems in generations, and they completely transform the culture of marine engine care and maintenance.”

"An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure."