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- Page 1 ® Peristaltic Metering Pump Series A1...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Page 2 FLEXFLO A1 ® Introduction Available Models What’s in the Box Engineering Specifications Materials of Construction Wetted Components Non-Wetted Components Features Agency Listings Installation Mounting Location Pump Dimensions Wall Mounting Installing Injection Fitting and Strainer Power Connections Input / Output Connections M12 Connections Touchpad Layout Set-Up, Programming, and Inputs... - Page 3 Page 3 FLEXFLO A1 ® 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...
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Page 4: Introduction
FLEXFLO A1 ® INTRODUCTION Congratulations on purchasing Blue-White’s FLEXFLO Series A1 peristaltic metering pump (a peristaltic meter- ® ing pump is a type of positive displacement pump used for pumping a variety of fluids). The FLEXFLO Series A1 peristaltic metering pump is pre-configured for the tubing that is shipped with it. -
Page 5: Engineering Specifications
Page 5 FLEXFLO A1 ® ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS Note: Refer to individual tube pressure and temperature ratings for accurate information on a specific pump model number. -
Page 6: Materials Of Construction
Page 6 FLEXFLO A1 ® MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION Wetted Components Pump Tube Assembly Tubing Flex-A-Prene , Flex-A-Thane , Flex-A-Chem ® ® ® Adapter Fittings PVDF (1/4” x 3/8” Tubing Connection, or 1/2” MNPT) Injection / Back-Flow Check Valve Body & Insert PVDF Check Ball Ceramic... -
Page 7: Features
Heavy duty display shield protects pump controls. > Remote Start/Stop - one non-powered dry contact closure. > Compatible with Blue-White Flow Verification Sensor (FVS) system. > Outputs: 4-20mA (“V” Model), 250V/3A (TFD or FVS) relay, solid state relay “motor on” (0-60VDC sinking) >... -
Page 8: Installation
Page 8 FLEXFLO A1 ® INSTALLATION CAUTION The pump should be serviced by qualified persons only. If equipment is used in a manner not specified in this manual, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. CAUTION Always wear protective clothing, face shield, safety glasses and gloves when working on or near your metering pump. -
Page 9: Wall Mounting
Page 9 FLEXFLO A1 ® Wall Mounting Using #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) Note: If mounting bracket to shelf, table, or floor, we recommend using mounting holes on bracket feet and using hardware appropriate for base surface. -
Page 10: Installing Injection Fitting And Strainer
Page 10 FLEXFLO A1 ® Installing Injection Fitting and Strainer CAUTION Proper eye and skin protection must be worn when installing and servicing the 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 A1 ® 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: Input / Output Connections
M12 Input Connector 1 (Included with A1V ONLY) M12 Input Connector 2 M12 Output Connector M12 connectors not included with product. Blue-White Industries requires any A-Type M12 connector with 5 position female sockets Shielded cable should be used for all signal wires... - Page 13 Page 13 FLEXFLO A1 ® M12 Connector Warning! Never allow M12 cable wires to touch while the pump is active. Wiring shorts will cause the pump to malfunction and can void the warranty. Protect or tape unused wires as necessary. KIT-M12 WIRING INSTRUCTIONS DIAGRAM PIN #...
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Page 14: Touchpad Layout
Page 14 FLEXFLO A1 ® TOUCHPAD LAYOUT A1V Model A1F Model Item Number Item LED/LCD Readout Rate Display Key Flow Verification Sensor (FVS) Key Remote Start/Stop Key Lock-Out Key Prime Key Start & Stop Key Down Key Up Key Manual Speed Adjust 4-20mA... -
Page 15: Set-Up, Programming, And Inputs
Page 15 FLEXFLO A1 ® SET-UP AND PROGRAMMING Remote Start/Stop Item Number Item Number Directions for Normally Open Operation Directions for Normally Open Operation Confirm that pump is in the OFF position Confirm that pump is in the OFF position Press Remote Start/Stop button to activate Press Remote Start/Stop button to activate Light will turn Green for “Normally Open”... -
Page 16: Programming Fvs (Flow Verification Sensor)
Flow Verification System (FVS) uses a pulse signal from flow meter/sensor. When the FVS feature is activated, if running pump does not receive signal/pulse in the programmed delay time, the pump will stop and activate Alarm Output Relay. Display will read “ ”. (Contact Blue-White for FVS sensor options. ) Item Number Directions for Programming FVS... -
Page 17: Pump Lockout
Page 17 FLEXFLO A1 ® Pump Lockout Pump Lockout feature allows the user to “lock out” the ability to change pump controls, such as Pump Speed, Prime, FVS, Remote Start/Stop, Manual/4-20ma Modes. User will still be able to start and stop the pump. Item Number Directions Pump can be running or in the OFF position... -
Page 18: 4-20Ma Input
Page 18 FLEXFLO A1 ® 4-20mA Input (With “V” Model Only) Selecting 4-20mA input mode Directions Confirm that pump is in the OFF position Press 4-20mA Input button Programming 4-20mA input mode Directions Confirm that pump is in the OFF position. Press and hold 4-20mA Input button. -
Page 19: Pump Operation
Page 19 FLEXFLO A1 ® PUMP OPERATION Priming The Pump Item Number Directions Pump can be running or in the OFF position Press Prime button Pumps will run at 100% speed and Display will count down from 60 seconds Press Start/Stop button at any time to Stop pump Need help calibrating your pump? Click on ... -
Page 20: Manual Speed/Flow Adjust
Page 20 FLEXFLO A1 ® Manual Speed/Flow Adjust Pump speed can be adjusted manually using “Manual Adjust” Run Mode. Item Number Directions Confirm that pump is in the OFF position Press “Manual Adjust” button. Local light will activate. Press Start/Stop button. Adjust pump speed using up and down arrows... -
Page 21: 4-20Ma Speed/Flow Control
Page 21 FLEXFLO A1 ® 4-20 Input Speed/Flow Control (With “V” Model Only) Pump speed can be adjusted remotely using “4-20ma Input” Run Mode. Item Number Directions Confirm that pump is in the OFF position Press “4-20ma Input” button. Remote light will activate. Press Start/Stop button. -
Page 22: Outputs
Page 22 FLEXFLO A1 ® OUTPUTS MOTOR ON Active when motor is running in Manual or 4-20ma Mode. RELAY OUTPUT Active when either TFD or FVS has triggered. Stop pump to reset. 4-20 mA OUTPUT - Non-scalable full scale output proportional to pump speed. 10.0 TUBE FAILURE DETECTION (TFD+) The pump is equipped with a Enhanced Tube Failure Detection (TFD+) system,... -
Page 23: Pump Maintenance
Page 23 FLEXFLO A1 ® 11.0 PUMP MAINTENANCE Always wear protective clothing, face shield, safety glasses and gloves when working on or CAUTION near your metering pump. Additional precautions should be taken depending on the solution being pumped. Refer to MSDS precautions from your solution supplier. 11.1 Routine Inspection and Maintenance The pump requires minimal maintenance. -
Page 24: Tube Replacement
Blue-White only. Use of tubing not manufactured by Blue-White will affect the pump's performance, may damage the pump, and will void the warranty. • Blue-White Tube Assemblies are designed to function in a specific pump model. Verify that the Tube Assembly used is compatible with the pump before installing. -
Page 25: Tube Removal
Page 25 FLEXFLO A1 ® 12.2 Tube Removal Safety first. Remove the pressure. Relieve CAUTION (remove) the system pressure on the discharge and suction side of the pump. Failure to do so will cause the solution to squirt when disconnecting the tube connections. 1. -
Page 26: Tube Installation
Page 26 FLEXFLO A1 ® 12.3 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. Set the motor speed to 10%. Press the Start/Stop key to start the pump. 2. - Page 27 Page 27 FLEXFLO A1 ® 4. Place the clear cover onto the pump head. Secure the cover with the provided three thumb screws. The pump is now ready for operation. Not Sure ... Watch Instructional Video Click on ... or scan QR code.
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Page 28: Firmware Update
REQUIREMENTS: Download & Install the A1 Progammer file by visiting the Firmware Update section of the A1 product page at www.blue-white.com as well as download the Firmware Update File. 1. Connect the Pump to a computer via USB-A / USB-C cable (Pump must not be powered before starting.) (Be sure to replace... - Page 29 Page 29 FLEXFLO A1 ® 7. Select “.HEX” file (See Blue-white website for latest version) A1F-xxx.hex A1V-xxx.hex 8. Click on “Erase-Program-Verify” 9. Once Hex file is loaded successfully 10. Click on “Disconnect”. Your firmware has now been updated.
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Page 30: Replacement Parts List
Page 30 FLEXFLO A1 ® 14.0 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST... -
Page 31: Exploded View
Page 31 FLEXFLO A1 ® 14.1 EXPLODED VIEW... -
Page 32: Accessories
Page 32 FLEXFLO A1 ® 15.0 ACCESSORIES The following accessories are available for the A1 FLEXFLO Peristaltic Metering Pump. Please visit Blue- ® white.com for more information. All accessories are sold separately. KIT-M12 KIT-M12 WIRING INSTRUCTIONS DIAGRAM PIN # WIRE COLOR Kit contains: Two M12 PIN 1 BROWN... - Page 33 Page 33 FLEXFLO A1 ® KIT-S07 Kit contains: One 7 gallon tank,, One foot valve and strainer and One mounting bracket with screws KIT-S07 STAR III 7 GALLON TANK KIT-S15 Kit contains: One 15 gallon tank, One foot valve and strainer and One mounting bracket with screws KIT-S30 Kit contains: One 30 gallon tank, One foot valve and strainer and One mounting...
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Page 34: 16.0 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 (714) 893-8529 Inverter Error customerservice@blue-white.com Contact Blue-White (714) 893-8529 No Motor Connection customerservice@blue-white.com... -
Page 35: 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 36: Appendix A: Acronyms
Page 36 FLEXFLO A1 ® APPENDIX A: ACRONYMS Return Material Authorization °C Celsius Revolutions per minute °F Fahrenheit Steam-in-place Alternating current Solid state Unit of pressure TFD+ Enhanced Tube Failure Detection Clean-in-place TFE/P Tetrafluoroethylene propylene Centimeters Underwriters Laboratories Cash on Delivery United States Depth Volt... -
Page 37: Appendix B: Model Number Matrix
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Page 38: Appendix C: Output Vs Fluid Viscosity
Page 38 FLEXFLO A1 ® APPENDIX C: OUTPUT vs FLUID VISCOSITY Fluid viscosity and motor RPM both have an effect on fluid output. For your reference the charts below display the various tubes we offer and their output at different viscosities and different motor RPM. - Page 39 Page 39 FLEXFLO A1 ® APPENDIX C: OUTPUT vs FLUID VISCOSITY...
- Page 40 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. 80000-609...
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