en – Original instructions Table of Contents Introduction and Safety .............................. 4 Introduction ................................ 4 Safety ................................4 1.2.1 Hazard levels and safety symbols ......................... 4 1.2.2 User safety ..............................5 1.2.3 General safety rules ............................6 1.2.4 Protection of the environment ........................7 1.2.5 Sites exposed to ionizing radiations ......................
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en – Original instructions LEDs description ............................. 31 6.3.1 POWER (power supply) ..........................31 6.3.2 STATUS ..............................31 6.3.3 SPEED (speed bar) ............................. 31 6.3.4 COM (communication) ..........................32 6.3.5 Unit of measurement ........................... 32 Display ................................33 6.4.1 Main visualization ............................33 6.4.2 Parameters menu visualization ........................
en – Original instructions 1 Introduction and Safety 1.1 Introduction Purpose of this manual The purpose of this manual is to provide necessary information for: • Installation • Operation • Maintenance CAUTION: Before installing and using the product, make sure that you read and fully understand this manual in all its parts.
en – Original instructions Special symbols Some hazard categories have specific symbols, as shown in the following table: Symbol Description Electrical hazard Magnetic hazard Hot surface hazard Ionizing radiation hazard Potentially explosive atmosphere hazard (ATEX EU Directive) Cut and abrasion hazard Crushing hazard (limbs) 1.2.2 User safety Strictly comply with current health and safety regulations.
en – Original instructions Inexperienced users WARNING: FOR THE EUROPEAN UNION • This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
1.3 Spare parts Identify the spare parts with the product codes directly on the site www.lowara.com/spark. Contact Xylem or the Authorised Distributor for technical information. 1.4 Product warranty For information on the warranty refer to the documentation of the sale contract.
• Accept the goods with reserve, indicating any findings on the transport document, or • Reject the goods, indicating the reason on the transport document. In both cases, promptly contact Xylem or the Authorised Distributor from whom the product was purchased.
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en – Original instructions e-SVE e-HME e-SVIE ESM_M0002_D_sc...
en – Original instructions 2.2 Storage The product must be stored: • In a covered and dry place • Away from heat sources • Protected from dirt • Protected from vibrations • At an ambient temperature between -25°C and +65°C (-13°F and 149°F), and relative humidity between 5% and 95%.
en – Original instructions 3 Technical Description 3.1 Designation Variable speed pump unit, vertical/horizontal, multi-stage, non self-priming. 3.2 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: only •...
en – Original instructions 1. Series 2. Motor frame dimension 90R: Oversized Flange 80: Standard Flange 3. Shaft extension □□: Standard shaft extension S8: Custom Shaft extension 4. Power supply 1: single phase power supply 3: three phase power supply 5.
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en – Original instructions e-HME type definition code 1. Rated flow rate [10] = m 2. Series name [HM] 3. Motor operation [E] = e-SM 4. Number of impeller [03] = 3 impellers 5. Material pump [S] = Stainless steel (AISI 304) 6.
en – Original instructions 3.2.3 e-SVE pump Data plate 1. Pump / electric pump unit type 10. Mechanical seal material identification code 2. Serial number (date+progressive number) 11. Head range 3. Flow rate range 12. Motor rated power 4. Minimum head (EN 60335-2-41) 13.
en – Original instructions 3.2.4 e-SVIE pump Data plate of models 1, 3, 5SVI (E) - 1~ 1. Pump or pump unit type 9. Minimum liquid operating temperature 2. Flow rate range 10. Maximum liquid operating temperature 3. Head range 11.
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en – Original instructions Data plate of models 33, 46, 55, 92 (S, N) SVI_M0021_A_sc 1. Pump unit type 8. Head range 2. Product code 9. - 3. Flow rate range 10. Type of motor 4. Mechanical seal materials identification code 11.
en – Original instructions Identification code for models 33, 46, 66 and 92 S V I SVI_M0023_A_sc 1. Series name 2. Flow rate in m3/h 3. Number of impeller 4. Number of stages 5. Version with coupling [S] or AISI 316 with coupling [N] 6.
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en – Original instructions Tightening torque ±15% Position Description number [Nm] [in•lbs] Screw 12.4 Terminal Box Cover Optional module with strip M12 I/O cable gland 17.7 M20 cable gland for power supply cables 23.9 M16 I/O cable gland 24.8 Drive (single-phase model) Motor Screw 53.1...
en – Original instructions 3.4 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: •...
en – Original instructions 4 Installation 4.1 Mechanical installation Also refer to the “Quick Startup Guide” and the “Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual” of the e-SVE, VME, e-HME and e-SVIE pumps supplied with the product. 4.1.1 Installation area DANGER: Potentially explosive atmosphere hazard The operation of the unit in environments with potentially explosive atmospheres or with combustible dusts (e.g.: wood dust, flour, sugars and grains) is strictly forbidden.
en – Original instructions 4.1.3 Outdoor unit installation In case of outdoor unit installation, ensure appropriate cover, see the figure below. The size of the cover must be such that the motor is not exposed to snow, rain or direct sunlight; see also Technical Information on page 48.
en – Original instructions 4.2 Hydraulic installation A system with single pump and a multi-pump system are shown in the figures. NOTE: If the system is directly connected to the water network, install a minimum pressure switch on the suction side. 1.
en – Original instructions 4.3 Electrical Installation DANGER: Electrical hazard The connection to the electric power supply must be completed by an electrician possessing the technical-professional requirements outlined in the current regulations. 4.3.1 Electrical requirements Local directives prevail on the specific requirements indicated below. Electrical connection check list Check that the following requirements are met: •...
en – Original instructions Grounding (earthing) DANGER: Electrical hazard • Always connect the external protection conductor to the ground terminal before attempting to make any other electrical connections • Connect all the electric accessories of the pump and the motor to the ground, making sure that the connections are completed correctly •...
en – Original instructions 4.3.3 Power supply connection WARNING: Electrical hazard Contact with electric components may cause death, even after the unit has been switched off. Before any interventions on the unit, the network voltage and any other input voltages must be disconnected for the minimum time indicated in paragraph Wait times on page 29.
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en – Original instructions I/O wiring procedure Also see Design and layout on page 17. 1. Open the terminal box cover, remove the screws. 2. Connect the cable according to the wiring diagram. See the figure below. 3. Close the cover and tighten the screws. 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20...
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en – Original instructions Item Terminals Ref. Description Notes 4 COM - error status relay Closed: error Fault signal Open: no error or unit off 5 NO - error status relay Auxiliary Voltage Supply 6 Auxiliary voltage supply +15 VDC 15VDC, Ʃ...
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en – Original instructions RS485 port 2: RS485-2P A (+) active only with optional module 8 Electronic GND 7 RS485 port 1: RS485-1N B (-) ACT, HCS control mode: RS 485 port 1 Communication for external communication 6 RS485 port 1: RS485-1P A (+) Control mode MSE, MSY: RS 485 port 1 5 Electronic GND for multi-pump systems...
• duty points insisting on unit maximum power • persisting undervoltage of mains, may jeopardise the life of the unit, and/or derating may occur: for further information contact Xylem or the Authorised Distributor. 5.1 Wait times WARNING: Electrical hazard Contact with electric components may cause death, even after the unit has been switched off.
en – Original instructions 6 Programming Precautions NOTE: • Carefully read and follow the following instructions before starting the programming activities, to avoid wrong settings that may cause malfunctioning • All modifications must be done by qualified technicians. 6.1 Control panel Position Description Para.
en – Original instructions 6.2 Description of the buttons Push button Function • Main view (see Par. 6.4.1): decreases the required value for the selected control mode • Parameter menu (see Par. 6.4.2): decreases the displayed parameter index • Parameter view / editing (see Par. 6.4.2): decreases the value of the displayed parameter •...
en – Original instructions LED bar Status Motor in operation; the speed corresponds to the percentage step represented by the LEDs ON in the bar (e.g.: 3 LEDs ON = speed 30%) First LED flashing Motor in operation; the speed is lower than the absolute minimum, P27 Motor stopped 6.3.4 COM (communication) Condition 1...
en – Original instructions 6.4 Display 6.4.1 Main visualization Display Mode Description Contacts 11 and 12 (single-phase version) or 13 and 14 (three-phase version) are not short- circuited. Note: It has lower display priority than STOP mode. STOP Pump stopped manually. If the pump is switched on after setting P04 = OFF (see Par.
en – Original instructions Lock To lock press for 3 seconds; the lock will be confirmed by the temporary appearance It appears if a button is pressed (with the exception of ) after a locking procedure had been completed. Note: the function connected with START/STOP is always disabled.
en – Original instructions 6.4.3 Alarms and errors visualization Parameter Description Alarm In case of alarm, the corresponding code appears on the display in alternation to the Main View. For example: → (ex. BAR) 3 . 5 6 (ex. 10xRPM) →...
en – Original instructions Operating time Total months of connection to the electric mains, to add to P06. months Operating time hours Total hours of connection to the electric mains, to add to P05. Motor Time Months This parameter shows the total operating time months, to be added to P08.
en – Original instructions 6.5.3 Drive Configuration Parameters Parameter Unit of Description measurement Control mode [ACT, This parameter sets the Control Mode (default value: HCS) HCS, MSE, MSY] ACT: Actuator mode. A single pump maintains a fixed speed at any flow rate. ACT will always try to minimize the difference between the speed setpoint and the actual rotational speed of the motor.
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en – Original instructions Adjustment of the slow deceleration time (also see Par. 6.6.2). Ramp 4 [1÷999] Other characteristics: as for Ramp 3. Ramp Speed Min This parameter sets the fast acceleration time. Acceleration It represents the acceleration ramp used by the controller until the minimum speed of the pump is reached (P27).
en – Original instructions 6.5.4 Sensor Configuration Parameters Parameter Unit of Description measurement Sensor selection [ Analog input configuration setup: absolute reading pressure sensor - ISP 4-20 mA input as speed reference - USP 0-10 V input as speed reference Default: Pressure Sensor Unit Of This parameter sets the unit of measure (...
en – Original instructions 6.5.5 RS485 Interface Parameters Parameter Unit of Description measurement Communication protocol [MOD, This parameter selects the specific protocol on the BAC] communication port: • (MOD): Modbus RTU (BAC): BACnet MS/TP. • Default: MOD. Communication protocol - This parameter sets the desired address for the unit, Address [1÷247]/[0÷127] when connected to an external device, depending on...
en – Original instructions Multipump rpmx10 This parameter sets the speed limit below which the first assist Synchronous – Speed pump stops. Default: depending on the type of pump. Limit [P27÷P26] Multipump rpmx10 This parameter sets the speed limit for the stop of the next assist Synchronous –...
en – Original instructions 6.6 Technical references 6.6.1 Example: ACT control mode with analog input The diagram of the ACT control mode is shown in the figure. Description ZERO point (0Vdc - 4mA) = minimum analog signal value Adjustment start point Standby point (SBY) = 1/3 of the hysteresis zone ON point (ON) = 2/3 of the hysteresis zone MAX point (10Vdc - 2mA) = maximum analog signal value...
en – Original instructions 6.6.2 Example: Ramp Settings The illustration shows the ramp settings. H [bar] t [s] Description P01 (Required Value) P37 (Adjustment hysteresis) as a % of P36 (Adjustment window) P36 (Adjustment window) as a % of P01 (Required Value) P35 (Minimum speed - Duration) P27 (Minimum speed) →...
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en – Original instructions Behaviour of P58 (Actual Value Increase) and P59 (Actual Value Decrease): • if P58 (Actual Value Increase) = P59 (Actual Value Decrease) → Pressure constant, independent of how many pumps are in operation. • if P58 (Actual Value Increase) > P59 (Actual Value Decrease) → Pressure rises when assist pump switches on.
en – Original instructions 7 Maintenance Precautions DANGER: Electrical hazard • Before attempting to use the unit, check that it is unplugged and that the pump and the control panel cannot restart, even unintentionally. This also applies to the auxiliary control circuit of the pump.
1. Reset the default parameters using parameter P68 alarm corrupted 2. Wait 10 s 3. Restart the pump If the problem continues, contact Xylem or the Authorised Distributor LOW alarm Lack of water Check the water level inside the tank...
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• Stop the pump for 5 minutes and then start it materials again If the problem continues, contact Xylem or the Authorised Distributor EEPROM Data EEPROM Data memory Stop the pump for 5 minutes and then restart it...
en – Original instructions 9 Technical Information e-SM Drive model Input Input frequency [Hz] 50/60 ± 2 Main supply L1 L2 L3 380÷460 Nominal input voltage [V] 208÷240 ±10% 208÷240 / 380÷460 ±10% ±10% Maximum current absorbed (AC) in See data plate continuous service (S1) PDS Efficiency Class IES2...
en – Original instructions 9.1 Dimensions and weights e-SVE, VME and e-HME...
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en – Original instructions Model Net weight (motor + drive) [kg] [mm] ESM90R...LNEE 14.4 ESM90RS8...LNEE 12.8 14.2 15.8 ESM90R...B14-SVE 13.1 14.5 ESM90R...B5 13.1 14.5 ESM80...HMHA 80...HMHA US 80...HMHA EU 14.5 ESM80...HMHB 80...HMHB US 80...HMHB EU 13.2 14.6 16.1 ESM80...HMVB 80...HMVB US 80...HMVB EU 14.4 ESM80...HMHC...
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en – Original instructions e-SVIE Model Net weight (motor + drive) [kg] Rp 3/4” ESM80…SVIE IEC 11.8 13.3 17.4 18.8 NPT 3/4” ESM80…SVIE NEMA 11.8 13.3 17.4 18.8 ... = 103, 105, 107, 111, 115, 303, 305, 307, 311, 315, 322...
en – Original instructions 10 Disposal 10.1 Precautions WARNING: The unit must be disposed of through approved companies specialised in the identification of different types of materials (steel, copper, plastic, etc.). WARNING: It is prohibited to dispose of lubricating fluids and other hazardous substances in the environment. 10.2 WEEE (EU/EEA) INFORMATION TO USERS pursuant to art.
Refer to the specific marking declaration found on the product. 11.1 EC Declaration of Conformity (Original) Xylem Service Italia S.r.l., with headquarters in Via Vittorio Lombardi 14 - 36075 Montecchio Maggiore VI - Italy, hereby declares that the product: Pump unit with integrated variable speed drive, with or without pressure transmitter and relative...
Lowara is a trademark of Xylem Inc. or one of its subsidiaries. 11.3 UKCA Declaration of Conformity (Original) Xylem Service Italia S.r.l., with headquarters in Via Vittorio Lombardi 14 - 36075 Montecchio Maggiore VI - Italy, hereby declares that the product:...
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[6(a), 6(c)], in solders and in electrical/ electronic components [7(a), 7(c)-I]. Signed for and on behalf of: Xylem Service Italia S.r.l. Montecchio Maggiore, 28/09/2021 Marco Ferretti Chairman of the Board of Directors rev.00 Lowara is a trademark of Xylem Inc. or one of its subsidiaries.
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For more information on how Xylem can help you, go to www.xylem.com Xylem Service Italia S.r.l. Via Vittorio Lombardi 14 36075 –...
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