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- Page 1 OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL SDS SERIES SOLAR ELECTRIC PUMP & PCA-30-M1 SERIES PUMP CONTROLLER MANUFACTURED & SERVICED BY: SUNPUMPS 325 EAST MAIN STREET SAFFORD, ARIZONA 85546 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA PHONE # (928) 348-9652 FAX # (928) 348-9653 DC# SDS-PCA-30-M1...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………... 1.0 Precautions Product Overview …………………………………………………………………. Features ……………………………………………………………………………. Application ………………………………………………………………………... Installation and Operations ………………………………………………………… 3.0 Location …………………………………………………………………………… System Design Basics ……………………………………………………………… 3.2 Well Measurements ……………………………………………………………… 3.3 Pump Installation …………………………………………………………………… 3.4 Figure 1: System Installation Layout Figure 2: Top of Pole Mount Rack Installation Wiring ………………………………………………………………………………. -
Page 3: Introduction
Batteries can produce explosive hydrogen gas. Be sure battery housing is well ventilated. 2.0 Product Overview The SDS series pumps and PCA series controllers are designed to operate with a variety of DC power sources. The most common of these are solar electric modules and batteries. When properly installed and configured, the unique features incorporated into this stand-alone system will automatically control and protect your pump system permitting several years of dependable, trouble free service. -
Page 4: Application
The only application the PCA-30-M1 controllers are designed for is the interface between the SunPumps SDS series of pumps and the DC power source as well as peripheral pump system signal devices. The PCA-30-M1 controllers are capable of operating with two different DC inputs, solar electric modules or batteries. -
Page 5: Location
Use no larger than ½” drop pipe for SDS-D series pumps and ¾” drop pipe for SDS-Q series pumps. Because of the low flow rates of the SDS series pumps, the water velocity is not fast enough to carry any sand and sediment to the surface. These small particles may settle inside the pump as well as the drop pipe causing pump damage. -
Page 6: Well Measurements
3.3 Well Measurements Before installing the pump measure the depth of the well (bore hole) and static water level. The static water level is the distance from the top of the well casing to the water level in the well (bore hole). This information is necessary in determining the pump setting. -
Page 7: Pump Installation
3.4 Pump Installation Connect the drop pipe, safety rope and sand shroud (if used) to the pump. Splice the drop cable to the motor lead using an under water splice kit. (See wire splicing instructions provided with splice kit.) Unroll the drop cable, drop pipe and safety rope and lay them on the ground in a straight line. - Page 8 ) wire up to 250 feet (76 meters). If distances greater than this is required please refer to a DC voltage loss table or call your SunPumps dealer. All other system equipment should be installed before proceeding with wiring the controller. Pre-configure the controller switches prior to wiring.
- Page 9 (Generic) Figure 4 Controller Wiring Diagram...
- Page 10 3.6 Auxiliary Control Circuits...
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Page 11: Remote Switch
The Low Water Cut-Off circuit is used to protect a pump from running dry. The controller has already been adjusted at the factory to fit the SDS series submersible pumps and no further adjustments are usually necessary. If a different pump is being used, the LWC should be tested to verify that it is adjusted properly. - Page 12 If power is removed from the controller it will also reset. Each morning the controller will automatically be reset on start-up. This is the standard setting for all SDS series pumps. With switch number 5 in the “On” position, the controller is configured to reset the electronic circuit breaker automatically every 2.5 to 3 minutes after an over-current condition occurs.
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Page 13: Output Voltage Adjustment
With the pump turned on and pumping water, pull the pump out of the water. It will not damage an SDS series pump to run dry for several minutes. Very slowly turn the “LWC” trim pot clockwise until the pump turns off. This is now the set-point where the pump will turn off. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting PUMP DOES NOT RUN 1. Check wiring diagram for proper connections. Confirm all electrical terminations are tight and secure. 2. Check for proper voltage selector switch settings on your DC source input. If the incoming voltage is less than the set point voltage, the controller will not turn on. 3. -
Page 15: Technical Specifications
31.1 16.5 PCA-30-M1 12.7 15.2 Voltage rating is 12 – 30V D.C. amperage rating is .1 – 8 A. Note: All SDS series pumps are round and the width refers to the outside diameter including the cable guard. Warranty Statement... - Page 16 (18) months from the date of manufacture. At its option, SunPumps will repair or replace any SunPumps product, which has failed due to a defect in material or workmanship during this warranty period. A PCA series controller must be installed in conjunction with the pump to validate the warranty.
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