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- Page 1 SolarPlex SPX-800-5 User Guide V2.4 10 Aug 2024...
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Page 2: Very Important
SolarPlex SPX-800-5 Quick Start Guide Seal the pipe connectors into the pump threads using PTFE-tape PTFE-tape Attach the pipe If the water source is below the pump, install a filter-foot-valve on the inlet of the inlet pipe filter-foot-valve VERY IMPORTANT... - Page 3 Use pliers to crimp the MC4-connectors wires to the MC4-crimps. Then push the crimp into the MC4-crimps plastic MC4-connectors until a click can be heard and the wire cannot be pulled out. Then tighten the nut. Connect the PV panels to the pump with the MC4-connectors MC4-connectors The open-circuit PV panel voltage (Voc) should be less than 105V.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
The suction lift of the SPX-800-5 can be extended from 7m to up to 60m with Impact Pumps’ FlexExtend range of Suction Lift Extenders. -
Page 5: Introduction
1. Introduction This guide explains how to operate the SolarPlex SPX-800-5 solar powered surface pump. Please ensure installation requirements are met as per our warranty terms and manufacturers’ guidance notes. Correctly operated, the SolarPlex SPX-800-5 has been designed to give years of trouble-free service and peace of mind. -
Page 6: Pumping From A Closed Tank
• Protect the SolarPlex from direct sunlight where possible. The SolarPlex SPX-800-5 can be used to lift water from up to 60m below in combination with Impact Pumps’ FlexExtend range of Suction Lift Extenders. For further information, please consult www.impactpumps.com/the-flexextend/. -
Page 7: Setup And Priming
These should be connected to your application with 40mm OD pipe or 1¼” hoses using standard full-bore pipe fittings, purchased separately. For information on Impact Pumps’ latest range of surface accessories, see www.impactpumps.com/solarplex. Page 6... -
Page 8: Electrical Power Input Connections
SolarPlex SPX-800-5 6. Electrical power input connections Once the SolarPlex SPX-800-5 inlet and outlet connections have been made and the pump has been primed, it may be connected to a PV array or another suitable DC power supply. WARNING! ENSURE THAT ALL CONNECTORS ARE CLEAN AND DRY. -
Page 9: Connecting, Stopping And Starting The Pump
The control button and status LED lights can be found on the motor controller box as shown. Once a power connection is made, the SolarPlex SPX-800-5 will automatically start in its default MPPT mode, operating at the maximum power available from the connected PV array or power supply up to a maximum rated power of 800W. -
Page 10: Level Switches And Data Communications
SolarPlex M12 Switch Adapter (SPX-SA) which is available separately from Impact Pumps for those customers wishing to install level sensing. If left disconnected (open circuit), the SPX-800-5 will default to running unless stopped with the control button (see section 9). -
Page 11: Control Button Actions
• the SolarPlex SPX-800-5 is delivering to a system that may be damaged by its high (75m) maximum output head at 800W input power; • the SolarPlex SPX-800-5 is delivering to a system that may be damaged by its high (5.4 /h) maximum output flow rate at 800W input power;... - Page 12 SolarPlex SPX-800-5 Default 800W Maximum Power mode In the default setting, the LED light shows constant blue, to indicate that the pump is running at full power and will accept up to 800W of electrical power input when available. ↓...
- Page 13 600W maximum power mode and hold the control button again for at least 4 seconds to enter 600W Push power limited mode. In this mode, the LED light will intermittently show six green flashes. >4s ↓ 700W maximum power mode and hold the control button again for at least 4 seconds to enter 700W Push power limited mode.
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Page 14: Pump Reset And Protection Features
SolarPlex SPX-800-5 10. Pump reset and protection features The SolarPlex comes with an innovative controller board with reset and protection features. The board will respond to various circumstances that could be dangerous or cause damage. LED lights denote different pump protection modes. - Page 15 Input Power Warnings! Input voltage TOO HIGH light will fast-flash red, on and off for equal durations, two times every second. This may indicate that the open-circuit voltage (V ) of the PV array or power supply is too high. Immediately isolate or disconnect to avoid damage to equipment and refer to section 6 of this guide.
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Page 16: Quick Troubleshooting Guide
11. Quick Troubleshooting Guide Page 15 V2.4 10 Aug 2024...
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