Batteries - Unless you already bought a system that included the appropriate number of RPS Deep Cycle batteries, customers will need to supply their own battery bank. RPS recommends 12V AGM / GEL / sealed lead acid batteries that are designed for maintenance free operation.
PLUMBING OPTIONS Pressure Pumps can plumb directly from your storage tank to your main line. It will auto-adjust speed and power * Important: Care usage to maintain the set pressure. should be taken when plumbing to ensure tight connections and maintain prime.
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With both the RPS Tankless Pressure Pump™ and Eco-Steady Booster Pumps™ you'll get smooth continuous, steady, reliable water pressure without the need for AC power or the utility grid. The solar charged battery bank powers your pump through your Solar Power Train™.
PRIMING THE PUMP BP1, TP750 PRIMING 1. Loosen Priming Screw. 2. Create positive pressure in supply line to push water into pump inlet or fill line with water 3. Once air is completely purged, power on the pump to purge air completely before fully tightening Priming Screw again 4.
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& off to maintain desired setting. ASSEMBLY BP3 ASSEMBLY ** With stainless steel connections, RPS engineers and past & PRIMING customers recommend Thread Sealant and large wrenches. 1) First thread your Tee with Pressure Sensor to the upper outlet of the pump chamber using ample pipe dope/thread sealant.
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TP/BP- TP/BP- TP/BP- Note: If using your own solar panels do not exceed 90Voc input for the VC3 and do not exceed 145 Voc for the VC5! Ask an RPS Engineer how to wire if you’re unsure! RPSwaterpumps.com...
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BATTERY WIRING 24V (TP750 & BP1) RPS recommends AGM / sealed lead acid batteries that are designed for several maintenance free years of operation. They should also be stored in a dry location protected from the elements. To prevent significant voltage drop, the batteries should be located as close to the Controller as possible.
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BATTERY WIRING 48V (BP2 & BP3) RPS recommends AGM / sealed lead acid batteries that are designed for several maintenance free years of operation. They should also be stored in a dry location protected from the elements. To prevent significant voltage drop, the batteries should be located as close to the Controller as possible.
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Solar Power Train DISPLAY The factory settings of the Solar Power Train™ accommodates almost every install scenario. RPS Engineers recommend leaving them at their programmed settings to ensure proper operation. RPSwaterpumps.com...
DISPLAY DETAILS DEFAULT Hybrid Mode AC INPUT (Only if Required) Your Controller is designed to take solar power and charge your battery bank. As an optional backup, it is also setup to accept 220V to both charge your batteries and run your pump directly if desired.
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PUMP MODES MODE to select the working mode: 1. NORMAL (most common) Increases the water pressure or draws water up from below pump and pressurizes. This is the normal booster pump application. 1.0 - 2.0 Low Pressure 2.0 - 3.0 Medium Pressure 3.0 - 4.0 High Pressure 1 kg/cm²...
Solar Power Train DISPLAY PARAMETERS ** On the LCD screen, press the “UP” and “DOWN” buttons to scroll through the real-time data of the controller unit! RPSwaterpumps.com...
Solar Power Train TROUBLESHOOTING Your Controller is not waterproof and should be located in a dry dust-free location, protected from the sun and the elements and pests such as mice. moths and bugs. Mice love to chew wires and spiders and moths will build nests wherever they can find room. While we understand you cannot eliminate all pests, it might be time to spray some insecticides around your shed and set some mousetraps! There is nothing worse than finding insulation chewed off your electrical wires or moths clogging the units fan.
Startup fault Hard Reset, Contact RPS to check for impeller obstructions Motor communication error Check for damage to motor wires, Hard Reset, Contact RPS Not used n/a, Hard Reset Display communication error Hard Reset, Contact RPS...
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BP05 PUMP SPECS REPLACE Inlet 1" FNPT Power Range XXXX Outlet 1" FNPT Suction Up to 4M, 15ft (wetted) Acceptable pH 5 - 8, Water (No Fuel) Max Current 6 Amps Temp. Range 0 - 40°C, 32 - 104°F Pump Dimensions 17in x 9in x 11in Box Size 19in x 11in x 13in...
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TPP-HP / BP1 PUMP SPECS Inlet 1" FNPT Power Range 750 - 1500w Outlet 1" FNPT Suction Up to 4M, 15ft (wetted) Acceptable pH 5 - 8, Water (No Fuel) Max Current 8 Amps Temp. Range 0 - 40°C, 32 - 104°F Pump Dimensions 17in x 9in x 11in Box Size...
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BP2 SPECS Inlet 1.25" FNPT Power Range 1200 - 2000w Outlet 1" FNPT Suction Up to 4M, 15ft (wetted) Acceptable pH 5 - 8, Water (No Fuel) Max Current 12 Amps Temp. Range 0 - 40°C, 32 - 104°F Pump Dimensions 17in x 12in x 9in Box Size 20in x 14in x 12in...
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Inlet 1.5" FNPT Power Range 1500 - 3000w Outlet 1.5" FNPT Suction Up to 4M, 15ft (wetted) Acceptable pH 5 - 8, Water (No Fuel) Max Current 16 Amps Temp. Range 0 - 40°C, 32 - 104°F Pump Dimensions 25in x 18in x 9.5in Box Size 18in x 20in x 13in (1 of 2) Max Liquid Temp 90°C, 194°F...
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DIMENSIONS VC3 Series Solar Power Train™ Compatible Pump GLS, TP-750, BP1 Only Battery Voltage 24 VDC Only Battery Wiring 8AWG or Thicker Dimensions 15in x 11in x 4in 378mm x 280mm x 103mm Temp. Range 0 - 40°C, 32 - 104°F OPTIONAL 220 VAC Only AC INPUT...
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WARRANTY: Rural Power Systems Inc extends to the original consumer purchaser a limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve months from the date of purchase. This warranty covers the pump, controller, and solar panels. Rural Power Systems Inc will repair or replace any defective part or parts of the product free of charge within the first twelve months of purchase.
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VC5 Series Solar Power Train™ Compatible Pump BP2, BP3 Only Battery Voltage 48 VDC Only Battery Wiring 8AWG or Thicker Dimensions 17in x 11in x 4in 426mm*322mm*126mm Temp. Range 0 - 40°C, 32 - 104°F OPTIONAL AC INPUT 220 VAC Only Weight 24lbs Recommended Mount with 8 inches of space in...
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