Table of Contents Introduction 2. Warranty information Complying with standards 4. Contents in the packing box 5. Information about your pump 6. Schematic drawings Key product specifications & features 8. Cross-section view Pre-installation requirements 10. Installation procedures 11. Basic troubleshooting 12.
1. Introduction Thank you for choosing a quality product manufactured by Texmo Industries. We request you to read this manual carefully to ensure that the system you have purchased will be operated correctly. This manual is intended to provide you with information on your product and information on installation and operation.
5. Information about your pump The discharge of a pump depends on the static suction bearings respectively. Openwell Submersible find lift. During summer, the static suction lift increases application irrigation of farms, domestic water supply, due to drop in water levels, and this result in reduced cooling water circulating systems, fountains, dairies, discharge.
6. Schematic drawing View of a Openwell Submersible pump set is shown below in Fig. 1: Fig. 1 View of Openwell Submersible pump Set OMOW001A 2020.01...
7. Key specifications & features Standard specification of Openwell Submersible is shown below in TABLE 1: Power 3.0 - 15 HP Phase Motor Type Squirrel cage induction motor – wet type 3.0 – 7.5 HP: DOL Starting method 5.0 – 15.0 HP: SD TSM Z / TSM Series: 350 –...
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A water lubricated thrust bearing is provided to take up the thrust load generated by the rotating impeller A water lubricated counter thrust bearing is provided to limit the movement of the shaft when the Openwell Submersible is switched OFF The rotors are dynamically balanced Adequate motor surface area is provided for effective cooling The water filled motor is provided with single lip oil seals to prevent the pumped medium from...
9. Pre-installation requirements Arrangement for Installation Use the services of a professional and trained mechanic with experience in erecting Openwell Submersibles Ensure proper safety during installation Ensure that the bottom of the well / water source is fairly level before erection of the Openwell Submersibles General Installation Precautions Open the packaging and note down the serial number and model for future reference...
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If you detect damage or discrepancy in the product, contact the dealer from whom the pump was purchased Note Do not use this pump for oil or toxic, acetic, corrosive and flammable liquids. Pumping flammable liquids could cause explosion Warning Use the eye bolt for lifting/lowering the Openwell Submersibles .
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Check the bottom of the well. In case there is mud accumulated at the well bottom, de-silt the well Note Periodically de-silt the bottom of the well so that the Openwell Submersibles rests on the rocky bottom Note Operation Precautions Switch OFF the power before working on electrical lines Warning Do not use this pump for pumping liquid exceeding 33...
10. Installation procedure Please follow the below procedure to install the openwell submersible monoblock. The supply voltage should be within the specified voltage range. Water temperature for operation of the pump should not exceed 33 Failure to observe the precautions given above could cause the pump to Caution malfunction and may lead to current leakage or electrical shock.
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Fig. 4 Openwell Submersible with Flooded Suction Prior to installation, unscrew the Brass Plugs 1 and 2, fitted on top of the motor as shown in Fig. 4 below, WELL and fill the motor with pure drinking water till water overflows from the other filling hole.
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Procedure for joining and insulating Procedure for joining and insulating the 3 core conductors: the cable joint for under-water cable: Step 1: Soldering / knot the copper strands Step 6: Layer 1 - 1st layer of virgin rubber insulation Step 2: Layer 1 - 1st layer of virgin rubber insulation Step 7: Layer 2 - 1st layer of PVC Insulation tape Step 3: Layer 2 - 1st layer of PVC Insulation tape Step 8: Layer 3 - 2nd layer of PVC Insulation tape...
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Cable lead wire connection to starter Direct online starter Cable Terminal Yellow Blue Star delta starter Cable 1 Terminal Cable 2 Terminal Yellow Yellow Blue Blue OMOW001A 2020.01...
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Cable Selection The pumpset is provided with a 3m long 3-core PVC-insulated flat cable emerging from the motor, one cable for DOL versions and two cables for SD versions. Refer TABLE 2 for the selection of cables from starter to Submersible Motor: Submersible Cable Selection Chart (For 415 V, 50 Hz Ac power supply) Cable size in Sq.mm...
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Checking direction of rotation of Openwell Submersible Hazardous voltage will cause death, serious injury, electrocution. All electrical work must be performed by an authorized electrician, in compliance with local electrical equipment standards and internal Danger wiring codes. Connect the Openwell Submersibles to the starter, power up the Openwell Submersibles and observe the discharge from the pump Next interchange any two phase wires, power up the Openwell Submersibles and observe the discharge from the pump...
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Electrical Installation All electrical work must be performed by an authorised electrician in compliance with local electrical equipment standards and internal wiring codes. Improper wiring can lead to current leakage, electrical shock, or fire Warning Earthing Be sure to install the ground wire securely. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the pump and cause current leakage, which may lead to electrical shock Warning Do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe, water pipe, lightning rod, or telephone...
11. Basic troubleshooting Please follow the below procedure to install the Openwell Submersible. To prevent serious accidents, disconnect the power supply before inspecting the pump. Warning Read this operation manual thoroughly before requesting repair. Contact the dealer from whom the pump was purchased.
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Fault Possible causes Suggested actions Replace with suggested pipe size Smaller pipe size used when compared to name plate recommendations Clean the pipe Discharge pipe internally coated with depositions Check the impellers and remove the foreign bodies Foreign bodies lodged in impellers Less discharge Check and clean / replace the valves, if necessary The valve in the discharge pipe is...
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Fault Possible causes Suggested actions Keep pump idle for sometime/reduce the discharge Dry running of pump by throttling Pump runs rough and Replace the shaft Shaft is bent noisy Service the pump replacing the worn out parts Excessive wear and tear Check and replace gaskets / O- rings Gaskets / O-rings damaged Pump leaks...
12. Preventive maintenance checks PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN Disconnect the power supply before starting maintenance or inspection of the pump to avoid electrical shock Warning If you find any damages or abnormalities, switch OFF the pump and report the problem to the dealer from whom the set was purchased Note NOTE: The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damage or injury due to disassembly in the field.
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It is good practice to monitor the conditions and performance of the Openwell Submersibles. Diagnosis may be carried out by checking the following: Close the delivery valve for a few seconds and check the shut-off head generated by the pump. Do not run at shut-off conditions for a prolonged period of time as the water in the volute casing will get hot.
13. Do’s and don’ts Do’s Don’ts Before installation, rotate the shaft to ensure that Do not use piping smaller than what is mentioned on pump is not jammed the name plate Ensure proper earthing is provided Do not run the pump without adequate cooling when the set is used to pump with static suction lift Mount the monoblock on a fairly level surface Do not place the pump at the bottom of the well as...
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Do’s Don’ts Use the eye bolts provided on the motor body for lifting Do not use the power cable for lifting / lowering the / lowering the set pump When not in use for a long period of time, run the pump Do not switch off pump while pumping sandy water.
14. Important safety instructions Only qualified personnel should be involved for inspection, maintenance and repairs. The successful and safe operation of such a product depends on proper handling, installation and maintenance. It is suggested that in case of non-functioning of the product, the customer is requested to contact the dealer through whom the purchase was made.
15. Storage & handling The Openwell Submersibles are supplied from the factory in proper packing in which they should remain until they are to be installed The product should be stored in a closed, dry and well ventilated room Do not store the products in direct sunlight Handle the pumps with care and do not expose the product to unnecessary impact and shocks During unpacking and prior to installation, care must be taken when handling the pump to ensure that the product is not subjected to shock loads...
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