PDS23 Series Preface Thank you for using PDS23 series products. This manual provides you with relevant operation instructions and detailed description of parameters. Please read this manual carefully before installation, running, maintenance or inspection. Please make sure the wiring and the pump’s rotation direction is correct before use. - 1 -...
PDS23 Series Content Preface ....................... - 1 - Notes for Safe Operation .................. - 4 - Chapter 1 How It Works ................- 6 - 1.1 Features........................- 8 - Chapter 2 General Information ..............- 10 - 2.1 Inspection ......................- 10 - 2.2 Descriptions and Features ..................
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PDS23 Series 5.2 Common Faults and Remedies ................- 41 - Chapter 6 Regular maintenance ..............- 43 - 6.1 Controller and Pump ....................- 43 - 6.2 Solar panels......................- 43 - 6.3 Cable ........................- 43 - Chapter 7 Backup AC power ..............- 44 - - 3 -...
PDS23 Series Notes for Safe Operation ■ Before Installation WARNING Do not install or operate the controller that is damaged or has missing parts. Otherwise, it may result in equipment damage or harm life. ■ Installation CAUTION ◎ Hold the bottom of the controller when installing or moving the controller, can not just hold the shell to prevent the injured or broken controller.
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PDS23 Series ■ Operation CAUTION ◎ Do not open or remove the front cover when operation. Otherwise it may cause an electrical shock. ◎ ; can not make the pump dry-run for a long time. Before testing the pump must be installed In order to test the pump, the maximum dry-run time is not more than 15s change any two lines of the pump’s three power ◎...
PDS23 Series Chapter 1 How It Works The PDS23 solar pumping system serves to provide water in remote applications where electrical grid power is either unreliable or unavailable. The controller can convert DC from the PV array to AC,and drive kinds of pumps. In sunny days, the PDS23 solar pumping system can continuously pump water.
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PDS23 Series C. PDS23 series Solar Pump Controller D. Pump and Motor E. Water Source Level Switches (optional) F. Tank Level Switches (optional) The PDS23 solar pump controller runs at variable speed while match the changing power provided by the solar array. Variable speed operation means there is no in-rush or surge of energy during the pump/motor start-up, helping to eliminate wear on the motor and pumping system.
PDS23 Series 1.1 Features System Diagnostics The PDS23 solar pump controller continuously monitors system performance and detects a variety of abnormal conditions. In many cases, the controller will compensate as needed to maintain continuous system operation; however, if there is high risk of equipment damage, the controller will protect the system and display the fault condition.
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PDS23 Series Switching to Backup AC Power The PDS23 solar pump controller’s input power terminal may be switched manually to a backup AC power source. Note: Depending on the model number, PDS23 solar pump controllers support power input either 220VAC single phase, or 380VAC three phase, Please contact controller manufacturer or authorized agencies for details.
PDS23 Series Chapter 2 General Information The PDS23 solar pump controller is a variable speed motor drive designed to run any IEC three-phase asynchronous motor. The PDS23 solar pumping system provides water to remote locations by converting high voltage, direct current from a solar array into alternating current to run a standard three-phase asynchronous motor.
PDS23 Series The PDS23 solar pump controller continuously monitors system performance and incorporates a number of features for pumping system protection. In the event of a fault, the PDS23 solar pump controller will indicate the type of fault through the LED display mounted on the front cover of controller.
PDS23 Series 2.4 PDS23 Solar Pump Controller Model Description 2.4.1 Model Description 23 - 4 ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ Segment Description Options ① PDS series 2: Series of 2nd generation. ② Series ID 3: Apply to three-phase induction motor ③...
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PDS23 Series 2.4.3 PDS23 Solar Controller Input and Output Data PDS23-2SXX Input and Output Data Controller Model PDS23-2SR75 PDS23-2S1R5 PDS23-2S2R2 Input Data Max Input Voltage(Voc) DC 450V Recommended Voltage, at MPP DC 280-360V 0.9 ~1.2 1.8 ~2.4 2.7 ~3.5 Recommended PV Array Power[kW]...
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PDS23 Series Controller Model PDS23-4T011 PDS23-4T015 PDS23-4T18R5 PDS23-4T022 Input Data Max Input Voltage(Voc) DC 800V Recommended Voltage, at MPP DC 500-700V Recommended PV Array Power[kW] 13.2~17.6 18~24 22.2~29.6 26.4~35.2 Alternate AC Generator Input Voltage Three Phase AC 380/400/415/440V(± 15%) Max Amps(RMS)[A] 38.5 46.5 Power and VA Capability[kVA]...
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PDS23 Series Controller Model PDS23-4T075 PDS23-4T093 PDS23-4T110 PDS23-4T132 Input Data Max Input Voltage(Voc) DC 800V Recommended Voltage, at MPP DC 500-700V Recommended PV Array Power[kW] 90~120 112~149 132~176 159~211 Alternate AC Generator Input Voltage Three Phase AC 380/400/415/440V(± 15%) Max Amps(RMS)[A] Power and VA Capability[kVA] Output Data Output Voltage, Rated...
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PDS23 Series Controller Model PDS23-4T280 PDS23-4T315 PDS23-4T355 PDS23-4T400 Input Data Max Input Voltage(Voc) DC 800V Recommended Voltage, at MPP DC 500-700V Recommended PV Array Power[kW] 336~448 378~504 426~568 480~640 Alternate AC Generator Input Voltage Three Phase AC 380/400/415/440V(± 15%) Max Amps(RMS)[A] Power and VA Capability[kVA] Output Data Output Voltage, Rated...
PDS23 Series Chapter 3 Mechanical and Electrical Installation 3.1 Mechanical Installation 3.1.1 Overheat protection Install the PDS23 solar pump controller in a control box with control terminals and power wiring. Install the control box out of direct sunlight to prevent overheating and reduced performance.
PDS23 Series The PDS23 solar pump controller must be installed into a control box which has a tight enclosure to avoid direct sunshine, rain, dust, moisture, animals, plants, etc. The control box should have a bottom gland plate for installing wire cord or conduit. To decide the size of control box, Please refer to the following Figure 6.
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PDS23 Series + - R S T PB U Pump AC INPUT Power In The DC and AC ca n't To reverse direc tion, input at the sam e time. reverse any two wires. Figure 9 Main terminals (The sequence may be different from actual product) M1 M2 M3 COM M4 M5 M6 COM No Function Low-water...
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PDS23 Series WARNING Before connect DC wiring, following the steps below to prevent hazardous electric shock resulting in serious injury or device burning. • Make sure that the external DC disconnect switch is off. •To ensure that the polarity of the solar array cable must be properly connected to the controller's +, - pole, otherwise possible damage the controller.
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PDS23 Series Note: To reverse direction of motor rotation, reverse any two wires Black(BLK) Red(RED) Yellow(YEL) Ground(GND) International Gray(GRY) Black(BLK) Brown(BRN) Ground(GND) Figure 11 Motors with international leads 3.2.6 Low water level probe wiring (optional) In order to avoid dry pumping lead to pump damage can be connected a wells probe to the terminals of the PDS23 solar pump controller, so as to detect the water level in wells and the wire maximum length can not more than 50m.
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PDS23 Series Floating ball switch request: 1. Three signal line 2. The minimum requirements for 1 mm² line diameter, the distance up to 600m 3. I f the application is in a long distance transmission, the need to use the shielded wire.The end of the shielding layer close to the controller needs to be grounded, the end close to the floating ball switch;...
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PDS23 Series 3.2.9 System Wiring Diagram Pump AC INPUT Power In The DC and AC To reverse direction, can't input at reverse any two wires the same time. Remote Float Switch Low-water sensor probe COM M4 M5 M6 COM + - R S T PB U V W Float Switch (optional) Submersible...
PDS23 Series Chapter 4 Start-up and Operation 4.1 Keypad Description N o F u n ctio n In d icato r L ig h t R U N /S T A N D B Y :O N LOCAL/REMOT FWD/REV TUNE/TC S T O P : O F F 50.00 D ig ital D isp lay...
PDS23 Series Use it to select displayed parameters cyclically during running or stop status. In parameter setting shift key mode, press this key to select the bit to be modified. run key Start to run the controller in keypad control mode. In running status, use it to stop the controller.
PDS23 Series 4.2.2 Fault Reset After the controller has failed, the controller will display the relevant fault code information. The conventional fault code (E002/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/11/12/18) can automatically reset after 10s operation, and can also choose to reset the STOP/RESET on the keyboard. If the conventional failure persists, the controller will reset once every 10s.
PDS23 Series If the pump is in dry-run, the maximum operating time can not exceed 15 seconds; otherwise it may cause damage to the pump. If the pump steering error, close the DC switch, according to the pump / motor wiring to change the wiring of the motor section of the two leads.
PDS23 Series 4.5 User Definable Parameters ○:The parameters can be modified at stop or running status. ●:The parameters cannot be modified at running status. ◎ The parameters which are actual-detecting record value and cannot be modified. Function Modifica Function Descriptions Unit Factory Setting Code...
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PDS23 Series Function Modifica Function Descriptions Unit Factory Setting Code tion Type Different Motor rated ● ~ F2.04 according to voltage inverter model Different Motor rated ● ~ F2.05 2000 according to current inverter model F7 Group: Display Interface Parameters 〇...
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PDS23 Series Function Modifica Function Descriptions Unit Factory Setting Code tion Type 0: No fault 1: Inverter module protection (E001) 2. Over-current when Fault record of the ◎ accelerate (E002) FA.14 one before last 3: Over-current when decelerate (E003) 4: Over-current at constant speed (E004) 5: Over-voltage when accelerate (E005 )
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PDS23 Series Function Modifica Function Descriptions Unit Factory Setting Code tion Type Output current ◎ FA.18 when fault occurs DC bus voltage ◎ FA.19 when fault occurs FD Group: Solar pumping special parameters Restart delay time 〇 FD.04 1~6000 after stop at low frequency 10:Disable Auto start when...
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PDS23 Series F0.14, Low limit of running frequency: this parameter defaults to 20Hz, when the light becomes weak, and the controller output frequency is lower than F0.14, the controller will be in standby mode. After the light becomes strong, the controller will rerun.
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PDS23 Series reactor. For example, to an application of 50m deep well, a 5.5kW controller should be selected to control a 4kW motor - 36 -...
PDS23 Series Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting The PDS23 solar pump controller will attempt to drive the pump to deliver water even under adverse conditions. To ensure years of reliable service, it must also protect the system components from conditions that might result in equipment damage.
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PDS23 Series Fault Fault description Possible causes Remedy code Too-fast deceleration Increase deceleration time Over-current during Too-heavy and large-inertia load Add proper braking units E003 deceleration Replace with higher-rating lower-rating controller controller Sudden change of load Check the load Over-current at Check the input power Too low input voltage E004...
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PDS23 Series Fault Fault description Possible causes Remedy code Check input power supply or Too-low input voltage wiring Replace with higher-rating Too-heavy load controller Check input power supply or Too-low input voltage wiring E011 Motor overload Replace with higher-rating Lower-rating controller controller Broken wires in the output cable Broken wires in the motor...
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PDS23 Series Fault Fault description Possible causes Remedy code Long-time communication Check communication interruption devices and cables Loose wires or connectors of Check the wiring and control board connectors Current detection Amplifying circuit abnormal E018 fault Hall sensor is damaged Ask for support Power circuit abnormal Wait for water to recover or...
PDS23 Series 5.2 Common Faults and Remedies The PDS23 solar pump controller may have following faults or malfunctions during operation, please refer to the following remedies. 5.2.1 Pump can not run The main problem of the new system is that the wiring is not standardized and the controller terminal line falls,so that the pump can not run.
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PDS23 Series 5.2.3 DC switch trip when power on ① A multimeter can be used to check the internal circuit of the controller, if there is a short circuit, the machine has been damaged ② Check if the machine has a burning smell; if there is a burning smell, please contact the agent to replace the controller 5.2.4 The keyboard without display after power on ①...
PDS23 Series Chapter 6 Regular maintenance Controller and Pump • Controller Periodically checking of Status display, error code display and fault record, long term verification of cooling fan and cleaning of heat sink are needed. • pump The pump’s motor is permanently sealed, no need to maintain. Pump head is a mechanical device, may be used for a period of time, due to the sand in the water, and other impurities cause a certain wear, the performance of the pump needs to be regularly detected.
PDS23 Series Chapter 7 Backup AC power In order to ensure continuous water supply, solar water pump system can be manually switched to standby AC power supply when the light is insufficient or wet days. When switching, the need to ensure that the DC and AC power supply reliable mutual lock.
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PDS23 Series System Report System and Components Date of Purchase Distributor (Contact details) System Controller Serial Number Motor Serial Number or Power Pump Type Submersible Surface Solar Power Solar Module Manufacturers Type Peak Voltage (Vmp) Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) Quantity Connection Series Parallel...
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PDS23 Series Installation Installation Date Installer (contact details) Submersible Pump Surface Pump Well Depth m/ft Head m/ft (self suction) Pump Depth m/ft Suction lift m/ft Vertical Height (well m/ft mouth to the tower top) MAX. Suction m/ft lift Static Water Level m/ft Dynamic Water Level m/ft...