System And Panel Maintenance; Panel Test Certificate - Newton Waterproofing Control Panel-Pro Operational Manual

SYSTEM & PANEL MAINTENANCE
EVERY MONTH
1. Test the water high float each month by lifting the float switch in the sump chamber. The sounder will
sound and one of the pumps will start for 10 seconds. When the pump has stopped, press both reset buttons
for approximately 5 seconds each (if a Dialer is connected answer the call and press button 8 on the phone
to acknowledge alarm)
2. Press each pump button for approximately 5 seconds in turn to check each pump is working (the panel
does an automatic check each week for a 3 second test on each pump)
3. Check the panel displays for any warnings, if any, note and press both of the reset buttons for approximately
5 seconds and check display again after the next pumping cycle. If the warning has not cleared, contact your
service company
EVERY 6 MONTHS
1. The panel does not contain any serviceable items. Wipe the outside of the panel case with a clean, dry
cloth
EVERY 12 MONTHS
1. The system will require servicing by a qualified service engineer to check:
A. The condition of the pumps for wear or loss of efficiency
B. The service/pump timers
C. The amount of water pumped by the system since the last service
D. The condition of the sump and any deposits in the bottom of the chamber
E. The condition of the Basedrain drainage channels, pipework and water outlet pipes
F. The backup battery condition (voltage and capacity under load)
G. The condition of the large cables from the battery to the converter and the battery connections
H. The condition of the Power Inverter, if fitted (test backup system by turning off the mains to both the
Panel and Power Converter)
I. Test the Dialer if installed
J. Reset service timers and counters if required
RECORD THE SERVICE USING THE SHEET ON PAGE 2.
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PANEL TEST CERTIFICATE

Panel Serial Number ........................................ Test Date ......................
Part Number ........................................
TEST
1. Power up panel and test each pump completes its first 3 second burst test
2. Check both pump buttons work
3. Check both pumps alternate with water at high flow (minimum of 10 cycles)
4. Check water high alarm float works (disconnect main float)
5. Check if pumps alternate in alarm condition and pump for 10 seconds each
6. Check displays for correct current, battery volts, cycles and back light
7. Check if both pumps work together in high water flow rates on mains power
8. Check that only one pump works on backup power only from converter
9. Check dialer, display and sounder for water high alarm
10. Check dialer, display and sounder for mains fail
11. Check dialer, display and sounder for pump fault
12. Check sounder mute functions
13. Check pumps run for a minimum of 20 full cycles in normal mode
14. Check and reset displays to zero (check jumper links are in place)
Notes:
This twin pump control panel has been tested to the above tests. All tests are completed on a
test rig pumping water from a sump chamber to an outlet 4 metres high from chamber water
level, using 750W pumps.
Signed .................................................................. Name In Capitals .......................................................
© Newton Waterproofing Systems
(a trading name of John Newton & Co. Ltd.)
Newton House, 17-20 Sovereign Way, Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 1RH
T: +44 (0)1732 360 095 W: www.newtonwaterproofing.co.uk E: info@newtonwaterproofing.co.uk
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