Summary of Contents for DGSI SolarNAPL
- Page 1 SolarNAPL TR-51600 Installation, Operation and Maintenance Guide SolarREM – Solar Powered Remediation Technologies. The fi rst truly “environmental” remediation product. Version 2.1...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents: Chapter 1 Installation, Operation and Maintenance ....... 1 Specifi cations ................ 2 Technical Support ..............3 Chapter 2 About the SolarRem .............. 4 Chapter 3 About the Components ............5 Chapter 4 Safety Information ..............6 Chapter 5 Installation Instructions ............ -
Page 3: Installation, Operation And Maintenance
15 days of receipt of shipment. NOTE: It is the responsibility of the purchaser to fi le all necessary claims with the carrier. Notify DGSI of all damage within fi fteen (15) days of shipment. -
Page 4: Specifi Cations
Specifi cations The SolarREM units are designed to provide operating capabilities in remote locations away from the power grid, and to be operated in a simple fashion, both in setup and in operating mode. The units are designed for a no shock or explosion hazard environment. -
Page 5: Technical Support
Technical Support Information presented in this publication has been carefully checked for reliability. However, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies. The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. If a problem arises with your system, you should turn to your dealer or the manufacturer for help fi rst. Your sys- tem has most likely been confi... -
Page 6: Chapter 2 About The Solarrem
SolarPURGE, SolarSKIM), fl uid injection (SolarDRIP) or pressurized air (SolarVent, SolarSPARGE). The unit is capable of running up to 2 days without sunlight. By relying on solar power, SolarNAPL can be installed in any location where a power supply necessary to run traditional pumping systems is not economically available. -
Page 7: Chapter 3 About The Components
Chapter 3 About the Components External Components 1) Solar Panel: The solar panel is capable of producing a minimum of 16 to 20 amp-hours per day at 75 percent sunlight for a minimum of six hours.. A minimum confi guration is a 60 Watt panel, with larger panels used as necessary for particular sites or applications. -
Page 8: Chapter 4 Safety Information
Chapter 4 General Safety Information The SolarREM Equipment is designed to be safe when handled correctly. It is important that all site safety proce- dures be followed, including all Occupational Heath and Safety Administration (OSHA) site requirements, national electric codes and all applicable state and local regulations. Whenever working around any electrical equipment, care must be taken to avoid shock or worse injury. -
Page 9: Installation Instructions
The wiring diagram and parts list for the unit can be found in the document holder inside the front cover of the con- trol box and on the DGSI web site. Pole Installation and Mounting Properly attach the SolarREM unit and equipment to a secure mounting pole. -
Page 10: F.a.q.'s
Frequently Asked Questions Q: Why don’t I get a display after I connect the wiring? A: Check for cross connections with the wiring. If you have inadvertently connected either the battery or the solar panel to the wrong leads, you will not get a signal on the solar controller. If the wiring is crossed, the same will apply, you will not get a signal. - Page 11 Frequently Asked Questions, Cont. Q: What about grounding of the SolarREM unit? A: The SolarREM unit is to be grounded to the mounting pole with the provided ground wire.
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Page 12: Chapter 6 Setup Instructions
Chapter 6 Initial Setup of the SolarNAPL Introduction to Setup 1. Be careful unpacking the solar panel. Make sure no damage oc- cured to the shipment. 100 watt solar panel 2. The solar panel can be mounted to small or large... - Page 13 4. After concreting the 3-inch pipe into the ground, mount the solar panel to the pole and adjust to the direction that will provide the most sunlight. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is a good resource to use for positioning the solar panel in the USA.
- Page 14 Back view of control box mounted to 3 inch schedule 40 pipe. Front view of control box mounted to 3 inch schedule 40 pipe. Hardware kit for 3-inch tank pole mount. Pressure gauge relief valve and air connect fi tting to control panel. Manual water drain...
- Page 15 Back view of tank mounting hardware attached to 3 inch pipe. If the tank is not pole mounted, orient it as shown so the manual condensate drain will function properly. Front view of air tank mounted to pipe. Battery box pole mounting hardware kit for 3 inch schedule 40 pipe.
- Page 16 Mounted battery box with battery installed. Bottom view of control panel. 7. Run the 10-2 S.O. cord from the bottom of the control box through the water-tight strain relief located on the bottom of the battery box. Connect these to the plus (+) and minus (-) terminals to the battery, then tighten the strain relief on the cable.
- Page 17 Front view of air line connection to tank. 9. To connect the control box to the solar panel, open the junction box under the solar panel by loosening the four screws located on the cover. Red: + (positive) Black: - (negative) CAUTION: Solar panel WILL GENERATE POWER when Electrical junction box, in contact with a light source.
- Page 18 Thread the bushing into the tank top. If your tank has a larger pipe thread opening you will need to obtain the proper reducer (not supplied by DGSI). Caution: If the tank is not level, make sure you install the tank-full sensor on the lowest end of the tank.
- Page 19 14. Carefully insert the conductivity probe into the 2 inch PVC bushing. 15. Next insert the high level fl oat sensor into the 2 inch pipe bushing followed by rest of the sensor assembly. 16. Remove the top cover of the sensor as- sembly by removing the 2 screws.
- Page 20 17. Reinstall the cover on the dual sensor and tighten the two screws. For added safety DGSI reccommends that a silicon-type sealant be ap- plied to the top of both screws. 18. Connect the tank full or dual tank sensor to the control box using the quick connect twist to connect if the unit was supplied with one.
- Page 21 Control box components and function NOTE: All components can be removed from the enclo- sure by unscrewing them from the back plate. There are no hidden fasteners located behind the mounting plate. Front of control panel Pressure switch Air compressor Air solenoid valve Solar controller...
- Page 22 Pressure switch cover (remove nut and cover to adjust) Air solenoid valve Turn the nut clockwise to increase the pressure that the com- pressor will shut off at. NEVER EXCEED 100 PSI The pressure that the tank will drop to before the compressor will restart is 15 to 20 psi below the shut-off pressure.
- Page 23 The delay time will allow the solar panel time to recharge the bat- tery and will also allow for 24 hour operation of the pump. DGSI When these dip switches...
- Page 24 Status Lights: Will be on when water “Power” LED should is in the tank. always be on. Tank fl oat indicator LED Conductivity LED When When on, fl oat is down, On water has been detected Off when tank is full. in tank.
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Page 25: System Confi Guration / Operation
Chapter 7 System Confi guration / Operational Logic The solar panel generates electricity which is regulated by the solar controller. The solar controller monitors and charges the 12 Volt AGM battery. The solar controller will shut off the electrical power to the compressor and con- trols if the battery’s voltage (stored electrical energy) drops too low. -
Page 26: Chapter 8 Troubleshooting
Chapter 8 System Troubleshooting Symptom: The air compressor will not run. Probable Cause: 1. The solar controller has shut off power to the controls and compressor. 2. The battery is dead and cannot be charged. 3. The fuse in fuse holder #56 is blown. 4. - Page 27 System Troubleshooting, Cont. Symptom: The air tank is full (at high pressure) but air is not exiting from the air-out port / fi tting. Probable Cause: 1. The solenoid and / or solenoid valve is bad. 2. The air valve is shut on the tank. 3.
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Page 28: Additional Components
DGSI recommends the following skimming systems to use in conjunction with the SolarNAPL system. DGSI manufactures two pneumatically-powered skimming systems; the FAP+ and the P.O.D. (Pump On Demand). Both can be used with the DGSI SolarNAPL, however the P.O.D. is fi rst recommended for use with the SolarNAPL for the following reasons: 1.
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