Product Description; General Description; Intended Use; Application Alternatives - Xylem GOULDS e-SVE Series Instruction Manual

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3.1 General description

This product is a variable speed pump unit and can be installed vertically or horizontally. It
is non self-priming.

3.2 Intended use

The product can be used to pump:
• Cold water
• Hot water
Refer to the standard installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual for pump design
specification.
The variable speed pump units are made for the following applications:
• Pressure, level, and flow regulation applications,
• Single and multi-pump irrigation systems.

3.2.1 Application alternatives

Actuator (constant speed)
The unit operates as an actuator according to speed set point; this is done through user
interface, the corresponding analog input or the communication bus.
Controller (constant pressure)
This mode is set as the default operating mode, and is used for single pump operating
units.
Cascade serial / Cascade synchronous
The units are connected via the RS485 interface and communicate via the provided
protocol. The combination of the different units which are used in a multi-pump system
depends on the system requirements.
It is possible to run all pumps in cascade serial mode and cascade synchronous mode as
well. If one unit fails, then each pump of the system can become the lead pump and take
control.

3.3 Improper use

The product must not be used for closed loop systems.

3.4 Data plates

The data plate is a label showing:
• The main product details
• The identification code
Approval and certifications
For the approvals see the motor data plate.
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