Machine Installation ..................25 Recent Updates ................... 51 Hand Installation ................... 26 Sanitizing the Well ..................26 Operating the Pump ................27 page 2 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
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Pump speed indication ................27 Figure 3: Typical assembly of controller and junction box on the solar array mounting Table 4: AC running current PS200 and PS600 systems ......... 32 pole ......................9 Table 5: AC running current PS1200 systems ............32 Figure 5: Two types of PV module junction systems ..........
Introduction Warnings Thank you for purchasing a LORENTZ pump system. We set General Warnings Safety Directions for Maintenance, Inspection a new standard for quality and economy in solar pumping. and Assembly Work – It is the user’s responsibility It incorporates the best solar pump technologies that were ...
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Open circuit (no-load) voltage above 100 V down). If direction is reversed, exchange the for PS200 controllers, above 150 V for PS600 connection of any two of the three power controllers and above 200 V for PS1200 and wires to the pump. See Section 5.8 PS1800 controllers will destroy the controller.
To obtain reproduction rights, contact: John Veltman PO Sun Compass™ now points to the four direc- Box 23533, Santa Fe, NM 87502, USA tions. page 6 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
If you use the pump all year but do not want seasonal adjustment to be required, set the angle to year-round compromise (equal to latitude). Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 7...
1 hole for 1 1/4 in conduit (45 mm) Holes are in a removable plate that can be reversed. Rubber plugs are included for unused holes. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 9...
Where the ground gets very dry (poorly conductive), vide adequate electrical grounding. install more than one rod, spaced at least 10 ft (3 m) apart. page 10 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
All wiring must be done by qualified personnel, in compliance with local, state, and national electri- cal codes. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 11...
Voltage (open circuit) must not ex- between terminals 1 and 2. ceed 100 V for PS200, 150 V for PS600 Ground connections The two ground terminals in the and 200 V for PS1200 systems. (Even...
If the drop cable is too large to fit in the crimp connector, cut off some of the wire strands. Use a crimping tool, and observe that the wires are held very securely. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 13...
In any case, when you are finished connecting the pump to the controller, test it to assure the proper direction. page 14 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
5.12, Pressurizing Systems Figure 9: Low-water probe installed in the standard position, for a pump that is positioned vertically Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 15...
This is the general preference in the industry. If you prefer the pump to stop if the connection is broken, use a normally closed (N.C.) float switch instead. page 16 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
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For either 24 or 48 V , use a 25 amp battery system controller will turn off at low voltage, and circuit breaker (PS200 or PS600 Systems) or a time-delay turn back on only after the battery has recovered signifi- (slow blow) fuse.
4.12 Pressurizing Systems LORENTZ PS pump systems are excellent for intended to prevent dry run of centrifugal pumps. The heli- a long distance. See illustration below. Advantage: automatic water pressurizing when powered by a cal rotor pump types will maintain pressure even as it runs the controller stays on all the time.
Figure 15: Assembling the Rotor on the Motor Shaft page 20 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
See section any plastic pipe components. Figure 16: Hose clamp to reinforce a plastic reducer bushing Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 21...
See section 5.9, Low Water Probe tie safety rope here page 22 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
The lift load on the pump is determined by the vertical head of Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 23...
QUESTION What effect does hard, mineralized, alkaline or salty water have? — ANSWER Generally, none. Dissolved minerals and salts are not abrasive. page 24 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
If you do remove it, use a hardening adhesive sealant or epoxy glue when you replace it. See CAUTION in section 9.1 pump Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 25...
Some installers use a winch with a reel of about 3 ft (1 m) diameter or larger, to pull flexible pipe. page 26 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
It may make rapid on/off noises and a high-pitched noise, then stop. This does not indicate a problem. The pump will attempt to restart after the normal delay. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 27...
LED ON. The system will not reset until the ON / OFF switch is turned OFF and ON again. See section 9.3, Troubleshoot- ing: Higher Current page 28 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
OFF and ON again. See Troubleshooting, section 9.3, Electrical Testing: Higher Current Many problems can be located by simple inspection. No electrical experience is required. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 29...
Switch the on/off switch (or the power source) off then on again. The pump should start immedi- ately if sufficient power is present. page 30 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
It allows you to measure current without breaking connections (cf. Test #6A). Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 31...
The negative (black) probe ALWAYS goes in the “COM” damage. (common) socket. The + (red) probe input varies, and is specified below. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 33...
ON connection THROUGH your meter. Probe connections must be secure. A clamping device is helpful (split bolt is shown as an example). page 34 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
> 10 kΩ bypassed – pump on nect from controller if b) probe above water or circuit broken – pump off Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 35...
> 10 kΩ - pump on disconnected from if b) switch open (or circuit broken) controller - pump off page 36 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
Solar Tracker If the system uses a solar tracker, lubricate the bearings, check mounting bolts and mechanism. Refer to tracker manufacturer’s instructions. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 37...
AC voltage which is made with PWM sun. technology it cannot be measured with a multimeter. Mo- page 38 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
It is far more reliable than diaphragm and piston-type solar concrete! They have been used for solar pumping since the pumps. 1980s, but were very expensive until the LORENTZ helical rotor pump was introduced. Figure 29: Helical Rotor Pump Head...
0.39 0.17 *) 1/2 in data applies to polyethylene pipes only. PVC pipes have a smaller ID of 0.612 in. 0.66 0.27 page 40 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
If you use a weep hole for freeze Figure 33: Pitless Adapter System protection, omit this check valve to allow the pipe to drain. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 41...
Water Meter Check Valve (optional) (spring-loaded type) Water Well To Water Distribution System Monitoring Valve Pressure Sensor for (optional) Wireless Level Control page 42 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
A helical rotor pump will not drain back even if the check valve is removed. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 43...
Always use the LOWEST range that produces a reading (RX1 is the lowest range). An “auto- ranging” meter will adjust its range automatically. page 44 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
(or vice-versa). a tank to store water. Transformers work with AC only. For DC, see converter. Mechanical analogy: gears or belt drive. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 45...
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This is the term used to specify the production rate of the well. page 46 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
2.31 ft vertical = 1 PSI. 10 m vertical = 1 bar. See pressure Head - Seevertical lift and total dynamic head. In water distribution, synonym: vertical drop. See pressure. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. v100820 | page 47...
PV modules. The system here below is pump leads. Other combinations may cause reverse rotation! For wire size, typical for either PS200 (2 – 4 modules in please refer to sizing table. series), PS600 (4 – 6 modules in series), PS1200 (6 –...
82 °F to 108 °F 28 °C to 42 °C Class 4 100 °F to 126 °F 38 °C to 52 °C page 50 | v100820 Errors excepted and possible alterations without prior notice. Manual | LORENTZ PS Pump Systems...
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