Blue-White FLEXFLO A1A Series Operating Manual

Blue-White FLEXFLO A1A Series Operating Manual

Peristaltic metering pump

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Peristaltic Metering Pump
Series A1A

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  • Page 1 ® Peristaltic Metering Pump Series A1A...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Page 2 ® FLEXFLO A1A INTRODUCTION Available Models ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS Wetted Components Non-Wetted Components FEATURES Agency Listings INSTALLATION Mounting Location Wall Mounting Installing Injection Fitting and Strainer POWER CONNECTIONS TOUCHPAD LAYOUT IO Connection Operation Mode OUTPUT ADJUSTMENT TUBE FAILURE DETECTION (TFD) Confirming Chemical Detection 10.0 PUMP MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 3 ® Page 3 FLEXFLO A1A READ THE ENTIRE OPERATING MANUAL PRIOR TO INSTALLATION AND USE. +1 (714) 893 - 8529 sales@blue-white.com customerservice@blue-white.com 5300 Business Drive Huntington Beach, CA 92649...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    NOTE: The pump was pressure-tested at the factory with clean water before it was shipped, so there may be trace amounts of clean water in the pre-installed tube assembly. This is part of Blue-White Industries, Ltd.'s stringent quality assurance process.
  • Page 5: Engineering Specifications

    ® Page 5 FLEXFLO A1A ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Working Pressure (Excluding pump tubes) 40 PSI (2.76 bar) Maximum Suction Lift 30 ft. of water at sea level (14.7 atm psi) Ambient Operating Temperature 14 F to 125 F (-10 C to 52 C) Ambient Storage Temperature -40 F to 158 F (-40 C to 70 C) 115V60Hz 1 PH (0.6A max.)
  • Page 6: Construction Materials

    Page 6 ® FLEXFLO A1A CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS Wetted Components Pump Tube Assembly ® Tubing Flex-A-Prene Adapter Fittings PVDF Injection / Back-Flow Check Valve Body & Insert Polypropylene Check Ball Ceramic Spring Hastelloy C-276 Ball Seat O-Ring TFE/P Static Seal O-Ring Ancillary Items Provided Suction Tubing 3/8”...
  • Page 7: Features

    ® Page 7 FLEXFLO A1A Features > Designed with non-clogging valves. Self-priming (even against maximum line pressure), which means no required bypass valves, and it cannot > vapor lock or lose prime. > Output rates from .01 to 100 GPD (.01 to 15.8 LPH). >...
  • Page 8: Installation

    Page 8 ® FLEXFLO A1A ENCLOSURE RATING NEMA 4X Constructed for either indoor or outdoor use to provide a degree of protection to personnel against incidental contact with enclosed equipment; to provide a degree of protection against falling dirt, rain, sleet, snow, windblown dust, splashing water, and hose-directed water;...
  • Page 9: Wall Mounting

    ® Page 9 FLEXFLO A1A Wall Mounting Using the provided #10 self-tapping screws, mount the bracket to a secure wall that is located where it can be easily serviced. 4.50 in. [11.43 cm] #10 Self-Tap (2 X) Wall Mount Bracket (Side View) Mounted Pump (Front View) Lower the pump so that the tab on the wall mount is inserted into the slot located on the back of the pump.
  • Page 10: Installing Injection Fitting And Strainer

    Page 10 ® FLEXFLO A1A Installing Injection Fitting and Strainer CAUTION Proper eye and skin protection must be worn when installing and servicing pump. Assemble the injection fitting and strainer per the figures below. NOTE: Install upward for best results. NOTE: The injection nose may be trimmed (removed) when injecting into a small pipe.
  • Page 11: Power Connections

    ® Page 11 FLEXFLO A1A POWER CONNECTIONS WARNING Risk of electric shock – cord connected models are supplied with a grounding conductor and grounding-type attachment plug. To reduce risk of electric shock, be certain that it is connected only to a properly grounded, grounding-type receptacle. WARNING Electrical connections and grounding (earthing) must conform to local wiring codes.
  • Page 12: Touchpad Layout

    Page 12 ® FLEXFLO A1A TOUCHPAD LAYOUT A1A - FLEXFLO Acid and Liquid Chlorine Feeder (US gallons per day) (Litres per hour) Feed Rate Units All Flashing = TFD All Flashing = TFD All Flashing = TFD (tube failure detection) (tube failure detection) (tube failure detection) Signal...
  • Page 13: Io Connection

    ® Page 13 FLEXFLO A1A IO Connection WARNING Risk of electric shock - All wiring must be insulated and rated 300V minimum. 4-Pin M8 Connector Function Specifications Relay 48 VDC @ 80 mA MAX. Relay 48 VDC @ 80 mA MAX. Remote Start/Stop N.O.
  • Page 14: Operation Mode

    Page 14 ® FLEXFLO A1A Operation Mode Start & Stop Key LED Signal Key LED P3-P4 Status Stop Green Stop Green Green Close Green Green Open Stop Green Close Stop Green Open How to Change the Signal Key LED Color To change the Signal Key LED color, press and hold the Signal Key button for 5 seconds.
  • Page 15: Output Adjustment

    ® Page 15 FLEXFLO A1A OUTPUT ADJUSTMENT Speed of pumping mechanism is adjustable from 0.01 GPD to 100 GPD (0.01 LPH to 15.8 LPH). A1A - FLEXFLO Acid and Liquid Chlorine Feeder (US gallons per day) (Litres per hour) Feed Rate Units All Flashing = TFD All Flashing = TFD All Flashing = TFD...
  • Page 16: Tube Failure Detection (Tfd)

    Page 16 ® FLEXFLO A1A TUBE FAILURE DETECTION (TFD) The pump is equipped with a Tube Failure Detection (TFD) system, which is Tubing failure designed to stop the pump and provide an output alarm in the event the pump tube should rupture, and a chemical enters the pump head. The pump will detect a chemical with a conductivity reading greater than 500 microsiemens.
  • Page 17: Pump Maintenance

    ® Page 17 FLEXFLO A1A 10.0 PUMP MAINTENANCE CAUTION Always wear protective clothing, face shield, safety glasses and gloves when working on or near your metering pump. Additional precautions should be taken depending on solution being pumped. Refer to MSDS precautions from your solution supplier. 10.1 Routine Inspection and Maintenance The pump requires minimal maintenance.
  • Page 18: Tube Replacement

    Page 18 ® FLEXFLO A1A 11.0 TUBE REPLACEMENT CAUTION Prior to service, pump clean water through the pump and suction / discharge line to remove any chemical. CAUTION Always wear protective clothing, face shield, safety glasses and gloves when working on or near your metering pump.
  • Page 19 ® Page 19 FLEXFLO A1A 4. Press the Start & Stop key to start the pump and set the pump to 6 GPD (1 LPH). 5. With the pump running, pull the inlet (suction) fitting out of the pump head. Guide the tube counterclockwise away from the rollers.
  • Page 20: Tube Installation

    Page 20 ® FLEXFLO A1A 11.3 Tube Installation NOTE: Thoroughly clean the pump head and rotor. The rotor can be removed by pulling it straight out. After cleaning, push the rotor back on the shaft. 1. Press Start & Stop key to start the pump. 2.
  • Page 21 ® Page 21 FLEXFLO A1A 4. Pull the outlet fitting out of the pump head. 5. Place the clear cover onto the pump head. Secure the cover with the provided three thumb screws. The pump is now ready for operation.
  • Page 22: Accessories

    Page 22 ® FLEXFLO A1A 12.0 Accessories KIT-S07 Kit contains: One 7 gallon tank, One 3/8” suction tube, One 3/8” discharge tube, One foot valve and strainer and One mounting bracket with screws KIT-S15 Kit contains: One 15 gallon tank, One 3/8” suction tube, One 3/8” discharge tube, One foot valve and strainer and One mounting bracket with screws KIT-S30 Kit contains: One 30 gallon tank, One 3/8”...
  • Page 23: Pump Head Replacement Parts List

    ® Page 23 FLEXFLO A1A 13.0 PUMP HEAD REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Item Description Part Quantity Spacer, back 90011-014 Roller assembly complete (rotor) 71000-350 Tube assembly, 3/8” OD tube compression, A1-7T ® Flex-A-Prene $160.97 $285.37 $408.81 Pump head cover, polycarbonate 90002-185 Thumb screw with 9/64”...
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Check power supply output voltage Under Voltage Check power supply output voltage Check ambient conditions, restart pump once cooled Temperature exceeds 75°C at control to ambient temperature Contact Blue-White Industries (714) 893-8529 Inverter Error techsupport@blue-white.com Contact Blue-White Industries (714) 893-8529 No Motor Connection techsupport@blue-white.com...
  • Page 25: Warranty

    Blue-White does not have the same degree of familiarity with the application that the customer/end user has. While Blue-White will honor all of its product warranties according to their terms and conditions, Blue- White shall only be obligated to repair or replace its defective parts or products in accordance with the associated product warranties.
  • Page 26: Appendix A: Accronyms

    Page 26 ® FLEXFLO A1A APPENDIX A: ACRONYMS °C Celsius WEEE Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment °F Fahrenheit Alternating current Unit of pressure Clean-in-place Centimeters Cash on Delivery Depth Direct current Electrical and electronic equipment Ethylene propylene Electrical Testing Labs/Intertek European Union Food and Drug Administration Fluoroelastomer...
  • Page 27 ® Page 27 FLEXFLO A1A Model Number Matrix ® FLEXFLO Model Number ® FLEXFLO Peristaltic Metering Pump Maximum Motor Speed 115V 50/60Hz, power cord NEMA 5/15 plug (US) 230V 50/60Hz, power cord NEMA 6/15 plug (US) 220V 50/60Hz, power cord CEE 7/V11 plug (EU) 240V 50/60Hz, power cord AS 3112 plug (Australia/New Zealand) 230V 50/60Hz, power cord BS 1363/A plug (UK) Pump Tube Material, Pump Tube Size, Operating Flow Range...
  • Page 28 The WEEE marking applies only to countries within the European Union (EU) and Norway. Appliances are labeled in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EC. Contact your local waste recovery agency for a Designated Collection Facility in your area. www.blue-white.com customerservice@blue-white.com P.N. 80000-605 Rev.

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