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- Page 1 FLEXFLO ® Peristaltic Metering Pump...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Page 2 FLEXFLO M3 ® Introduction 10.0 Industrial Protocols What’s in the box 10.1 Control and Status Mapping for Profibus Storage and Handling and EtherNet/IP Engineering Specifications 10.2 Control and Status Mapping for Modbus Output vs fluid viscosity Materials of Construction 10.3... - Page 3 Page 3 FLEXFLO M3 ® 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 ® Congratulations on purchasing the M3 FLEXFLO variable speed Peristaltic ® Metering Pump. Your FLEXFLO M3 pump is pre-configured for the tubing that shipped with your ® metering pump. The tubing assembly has an Identification number printed for easy re-order.
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Page 5: Introduction
Contact factory if pump or components have sustained damage. Shipping damage is not covered under warranty and will be addressed according to Blue-White freight terms and policy. If the pump will not be installed at time of arrival, store the pump in original packaging indoors in an air conditioned environment. -
Page 6: 2.0 Engineering Specifications
Page 6 2.0 Engineering Specifications FLEXFLO M3 ® 125 psig (8.6 bar) Maximum Working Pressure (excluding pump tubes) NOTE: See individual pump tube assembly maximum pressure ratings. 185 °F (85 °C) Maximum Fluid Temperature (excluding pump tubes) NOTE: See individual pump tube assembly max. temperature ratings. -
Page 7: Output Vs Fluid Viscosity
2.0 Engineering Specifications Page 7 FLEXFLO M3 ® OUTPUT VERSUS 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 8: Materials Of Construction
Page 8 Materials of Construction FLEXFLO M3 ® Non-Wetted Components Wetted Components Non-wetted Components: Wetted Components: Enclosure: Pump Tube Assembly: 413 Aluminum (Polyester powder coated) & Noryl Pump Head: Valox (PBT) thermoplastic Tubing: Flex-A-Prene , Flex-A-Chem or Flex-A-Thane ® ®... -
Page 9: Features
Page 9 Features FLEXFLO M3 ® Agency Listings This pump is ETL listed to conforms to the following: UL Standard 778 as a motor operated water pump. CSA Standard C22.2 as process control equipment This pump complies to the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, BS, EN 60204-1, Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU BS EN 61010-1, EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, BS EN 50081-1/BS EN 50082-1. -
Page 10: Installation
Page 10 Installation FLEXFLO M3 ® 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 Risk of chemical overdose. Be certain pump does not overdose chemical during backwash and periods of no flow in circulation system. -
Page 11: Pump Dimensions
Page 11 Installation FLEXFLO M3 ® Pump Dimensions Front View Side View Mounting Hole Spacings (for standard and extended type brackets) 2.5” (6.35 cm) 8.25” (20.9 cm) Maximum bolt hole size 0.200” diameter (4 places) Bottom View Extended Brackets Stainless Steel extended brackets allow the pump to be securely mounted to most any surface;... -
Page 12: Input Power Connections
Page 12 Installation FLEXFLO M3 ® Input 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. -
Page 13: Wiring Terminals And I/O Schematics
Installation FLEXFLO M3 ® Page 13 Wiring Terminals and I/O Schematics WARNING Risk of electric shock - All wiring must be insulated and rated 300V minimum. KIT-M12 WIRING INSTRUCTIONS DIAGRAM PIN # WIRE PIN 1 BROWN PIN 2 WHITE PIN 3... -
Page 14: Layout
Page 14 Layout FLEXFLO M3 ® HOME SCREEN LAYOUT Tube Info Pump Name Run Mode System Time Quick Setting Tab Local Only / Off Normal / Remote Only Mode Selector Pump Status Rotation Direction Run Time / Chemical Name Revolution Counter... -
Page 15: M12 Connectors
Page 15 Layout FLEXFLO M3 ® M12 Connector Pump (Rear Upper Panel) Input Connector 2 Output Connector 1 Input Connector 1 Output Connector 4 Output Connector 2 Output Connector 3 IO Connection Pump (Rear Lower Panel) USB-C ON/OFF Ethernet /... - Page 16 Page 16 Layout FLEXFLO M3 ® M12 Connector M12 Input/Output Connector See page 13 for wiring instruction M12 Profibus Connector M12 Input Connector 1 ** Warning - Do not let P1 and P2 wires touch! Will damage electronics. Function Specifications...
- Page 17 Page 17 Layout FLEXFLO M3 ® M12 Output Connector 3 Function Specifications Reference Not Used Not Used Contact closure output #3 .8 Amp Max @ 30VDC N.O. N.O. Contact 1 Amp @ 125 VAC Contact closure output .8 Amp Max @ 30VDC N.C.
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Page 18: Startup
Page 18 Startup FLEXFLO M3 ® Powering On The Pump The M3 is equipped with a rocker switch to power ON/OFF the pump. Ensure that the power cord is securely plugged into the corresponding power source before powering on the pump. -
Page 19: Welcome Screen
Page 19 Startup FLEXFLO M3 ® Welcome Screen The first time the pump is powered on, or after a factory reset, the pump will boot up to the Welcome Screen. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure your M3 pump. Refer to section 11 of this manual to change any of these options after you have finished the initial configuration. -
Page 20: Input Setup
Page 20 Input Setup FLEXFLO M3 ® Manual Speed Adjust This input mode allows the user to set a specific speed and the pump will run at that speed until stopped. There are up and down arrows on the home screen to incrementally adjust the speed of the motor. - Page 21 Page 21 Input Setup FLEXFLO M3 ® 4-20mA Input This input mode allows the user to set a range of mA input signals to a given motor speed, flow rate or rpm. Used to remotely control the pump with an incoming 4-20mA signal.
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Page 22: Frequency Input
Page 22 Input Setup FLEXFLO M3 ® Frequency Input This input mode is used to remotely control the pump with an incoming high speed frequency signal. Four points on the slope must be defined: 1) a low Hz value 2) an output rate at the low Hz value... -
Page 23: Pulse Input
Page 23 Input Setup FLEXFLO M3 ® Pulse Input This input mode allows the user to trigger the pump to dispense a measured amount of chemical (Amount Per Trigger) over a specific period of time (Pump On Time), after a specific number of pulses (Pulses Count Trigger). -
Page 24: Remote Start/Stop
Page 24 Input Setup FLEXFLO M3 ® Remote Start/Stop This input mode is used to remotely start and stop the pump using a “Closed” or “Open” signal. Primary Remote Switch - Used to Start/Stop the pump Secondary Remote Switch - Used in conjunction with a pressure switch or level switch (M12 Input Connector 2) - Will stop pump if closed. -
Page 25: Set Fvs (Flow Verification System)
FVS requires a sensor that is connected to the inlet of the pump to monitor the fluid input. Blue-White offers two flow verification sensors: The MS6 &... -
Page 26: Prime The Pump
Page 26 Input Setup FLEXFLO M3 ® Prime This mode allows the user to prime the pump at 100% motor speed for sixty seconds. After the prime is complete the pump will remain in this mode ready to be primed again. -
Page 27: Auto Prime
Page 27 Input Setup FLEXFLO M3 ® Auto-Prime This mode will allow the user to prime the pump remotely using the dry contact. Both prime duration and percent motor speed is configurable. (This feature uses the P1 contact on Input #2 connector. Note: Can not be used if using Secondary Contact Input) -
Page 28: Manual Cycle Adjust
Page 28 Input Setup FLEXFLO M3 ® Manual Cycle Adjust This input mode allows the user to run the pump at a set motor speed (Pump Speed) for a set amount of time (Duty Time) after which the pump will pause for a set amount of time (Cycle Time). -
Page 29: Dispensing
Page 29 Input Setup FLEXFLO M3 ® 8.10 Dispensing This input mode allows the user to dispense a set amount of fluid (in milliliters) at a set rate (Motor % Speed). Default settings: Amount Per Dispense = 1,000 mL Motor % Speed = 50% To Enable Dispensing (While in “LOCAL ONLY”... -
Page 30: Time Of Day
Page 30 Input Setup FLEXFLO M3 ® 8.11 Time of Day This mode allows the user to run the pump at a specific motor speed for a specific length of time beginning at a specific time of day. Three values to be defined:... -
Page 31: Revolution Alarm
Page 31 Input Setup FLEXFLO M3 ® 8.12 Revolution Alarm This mode will allow the user to set an alert once a set number of revolutions has been reached. One of the primary factors effecting tube life is the number of revolutions the tube has operated. -
Page 32: Passcode
Page 32 Input Setup FLEXFLO M3 ® 8.13 Passcode This setting is used to enable/disable the passcode, adjust the passcode time out and set or change the User Passcode. Default settings: Pump will lockout after 30 seconds To Input a Passcode:... -
Page 33: Local Only Mode (Via Quick Tab Setting)
Page 33 Input Setup FLEXFLO M3 ® 8.14 Local Only Mode This mode will allow the user to put the pump into a state where all remote input signals are disabled. The pump may only be operated and run manually (Manual Speed Adjust) at the pump. -
Page 34: Output Setup
Page 34 Output Setup FLEXFLO M3 ® Set 4-20mA Output This output sends a configurable 4-20mA. This feature can be used to control other pumps (in sync / proportionally), data logging systems, and other external devices for plant automation. Four points on the slope must be defined:... -
Page 35: Frequency Output
Page 35 Output Setup FLEXFLO M3 ® Frequency Output This output sends a configurable high speed frequency signal. This feature can be used to control other pumps (in sync / proportionally), data logging systems, and other external devices for plant automation. -
Page 36: Relay & Contact Output
Page 36 Output Setup FLEXFLO M3 ® Relay & Contacts This feature is used to assign alarms to relay & contact closures Four values to be defined: 1) Contact #1 2) Contact #2 3) Contact #3 4) Relay Output To Enable Relay & Contacts:... -
Page 37: Industrial Protocols
Page 37 10.0 Industrial Protocols FLEXFLO M3 ® 10.1 Control and Status Mapping Version 4 : February 20, 2024 Terminology: TFD/DFD = Tube/Diaphragm Failure Detection FVS = Flow Verification System LSB = Least Significant Byte MSB = Most Significant Byte... - Page 38 Page 38 10.0 Industrial Protocols FLEXFLO M3 ® 10.1 Control and Status Mapping for Ethernet IP and Profibus DP...
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Page 40: Control And Status Mapping For Modbus Tcp
Page 40 10.0 Industrial Protocols FLEXFLO M3 ® 10.2 Control and Status Mapping for Modbus TCP... - Page 41 Page 41 10.0 Industrial Protocols FLEXFLO M3 ® 10.2 Control and Status Mapping for Modbus TCP...
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Page 43: Ethernet/Ip
Page 43 10.0 Industrial Protocols FLEXFLO M3 ® 10.3 EtherNet/IP This is used to configure the EtherNet/IP Four values to be defined: 1) IP Address 2) Subnet Mask 3) Gateway 4) Always On (Connection will remain active even when mode is inactive/OFF) -
Page 44: Modbus Tcp
Page 44 10.0 Industrial Protocols FLEXFLO M3 ® 10.4 Modbus TCP/IP This is used to configure the Modbus TCP/IP Three values to be defined: 1) IP Address 2) Subnet Mask 3) Gateway 4) Always On (Connection will remain active even when mode is inactive/OFF) -
Page 45: Profibus Dp
Page 45 10.0 Industrial Protocols FLEXFLO M3 ® 10.5 Profibus PDV2 This is used to configure the Profibus Three values to be defined: 1) Bus Address 2) Baud Rate 3) Watchdog Time 4) Always On (Connection will remain active even when mode is inactive/OFF) -
Page 46: Tubing
Page 46 11.0 Tubing FLEXFLO M3 ® 11.1 Tube Info This feature will display information regarding the tubing within the pump including: · Tube type · Tube installation date · Tube run time & revolutions · Current maximum tube flow rate... -
Page 47: Tube Calibration
Page 47 11.0 Tubing FLEXFLO M3 ® 11.2 Tube Calibration This feature allows the user to calibrate the pump’s indicated flow rate to the system. After tube calibration, the Max Flow Rate will be adjusted. To Calibrate Your Tube: Select Start to begin... -
Page 48: Settings
Page 48 12.0 Settings FLEXFLO M3 ® 12.1 Pump Name This is to change the name of the pump that is displayed on the home screen. To Input Pump Name: Open the App Drawer Open Settings Open System Select “Pump Name”... -
Page 49: Unit Of Volume
Page 49 12.0 Settings FLEXFLO M3 ® 12.2 Unit of Volume This is to change the units of volume that is displayed. Options are Milliliters, Ounces, Liters, or Gallons. To Input Units of Volume: Open the App Drawer Open Settings... -
Page 50: Unit Of Time
Page 50 12.0 Settings FLEXFLO M3 ® 12.3 Unit of Time This will change the Unit of Time that is displayed for the flow rate To Input Unit of Time: Open the App Drawer Open Settings Open System Select Unit of Time... -
Page 51: Chemical Name
Page 51 12.0 Settings FLEXFLO M3 ® 12.4 Chemical Name This is used to change the Chemical Name that is displayed on the home screen. To Input a Chemical Name: Open the App Drawer Open Settings Open System Select “Chemical Name”... -
Page 52: Max Motor Rpm Cut-Off
Page 52 12.0 Settings FLEXFLO M3 ® 12.5 Max Motor RPM Cut-off This will limit the maximum speed (RPM) that the pump can run, regardless of run mode. To Input the Max Motor RPM: Open the App Drawer Open Settings... -
Page 53: Language
Page 53 12.0 Settings FLEXFLO M3 ® 12.6 Set Language This setting is used to change the system language. To Input a Language: Open the App Drawer Open Settings Open System Select Locale Select Desired Language Confirm by pressing OK ·English... -
Page 54: Pump Rotation Direction
Page 54 12.0 Settings FLEXFLO M3 ® 12.7 Pump Rotation Direction This setting is used to change the rotational direction of pump. In most applications, the tube will fail by developing a small leak in the outlet side (pressure side) of the tube assembly. -
Page 55: Resume Operation Upon Start-Up
Page 55 12.0 Settings FLEXFLO M3 ® 12.8 Resume Operation on Start-Up This setting is used to choose whether to resume operation in the same state prior to turning off pump, or after power interruption. Note: Pump will require approx. 30 seconds for initialization before resuming operation. -
Page 56: Factory Reset
Factory Reset This setting is used to factory reset the pump. This will erase all of the configurations and restore the pump to it’s original configuration when it left Blue-White factory. To Conduct A Factory Reset: Open the App Drawer... -
Page 57: 12.10 System Time
Page 57 12.0 Settings FLEXFLO M3 ® 12.10 System Time This setting is used to change the local time that is displayed. To Input The System Time: Select the Time in the upper Select Desired Hour Select Desired Minute right hand corner... -
Page 58: Display Flow Rate, Rpm, Speed, Input
Page 58 12.0 Settings FLEXFLO M3 ® 12.11 Display Flow Rate / RPM / % Motor Speed / Remote input (4-20 mA input / Hz / Pulses) To change the display between Flow Rate, RPM, % Motor Speed, or Remote input (4-20 mA, Hz frequency, or # of pulses), press the display where value is shown. -
Page 59: System
Page 59 13.0 System FLEXFLO M3 ® 13.1 SYSTEM INFORMATION This is to view the System Information Information to be displayed: ·Model ·Pump Name ·I/O Port Firmware Version ·Chemical Name ·Motor Firmware Version ·Firmware Version ·Industrial Protocol Firmware Version ·System Build ·Lifetime Run Hours &... -
Page 60: Firmware Update
13.0 System FLEXFLO M3 ® Page 60 13.2 Firmware Update To update the firmware for your pump you first need to download and install Blue-Central ® which is available at: https://www.blue-white.com/resources/ To Update The System Firmware: Plug pump into a computer via... -
Page 61: Pump Maintenance
Page 61 14.0 Pump Maintenance FLEXFLO M3 ® Always wear protective clothing, face shield, safety glasses and gloves when working on CAUTION or near your metering pump. Additional precautions should be taken depending on solution being pumped. Refer to MSDS precautions from your solution supplier. - Page 62 Page 62 14.0 Pump Maintenance FLEXFLO M3 ® CAUTION Prior to service, pump clean water through the pump and suction / discharge line to remove chemical. CAUTION Always wear protective clothing, face shield, safety glasses and gloves when working on or near your metering pump.
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Page 63: Pump Head And Roller Exploded Views
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 64: Pump Maintenance
Page 64 14.0 Pump Maintenance FLEXFLO M3 ® 14.6 This pump is equipped with a Tube Failure Detecting System which is designed to stop the pump and provide an output alarm (see Output menu) in the event pump the tube should rupture and chemical enters the pump head. -
Page 65: Predictive Tube Failure
Page 65 14.0 Pump Maintenance FLEXFLO M3 ® 14.7 Predictive Tube Failure Detection (TFD) This pump is equipped with a Predictive Tube Failure Detection feature that uses tube replace- ment history to let the operator know when a tube failure may occur. This feature must be activated in the Settings Tab. -
Page 66: Replacement Parts
Page 66 15.0 Replacement Parts List FLEXFLO M3 ® 15.1 Replacement Parts A3/M3 Replacement Parts Pump Head Components Part No. QTY Req’d Spacer, Rear 90011-184 Complete Roller Assembly NGG / NH / NJ / NK / NHL / NEE / TK... -
Page 67: Output Specifications
Page 67 15.0 Replacement Parts List FLEXFLO M3 ® 15.2 Tube Matrix FLEXFLO Tube Assembly Part Number ® Tubing (for use on A3, A3S, M3 or M3S pumps only) Inlet/Outlet Connection Size, Connection Type, Connection Material 3/8” OD x 1/4” ID Tube Compression Fitting, Natural PVDF (Kynar) 1/2”... -
Page 68: Accessories
Page 68 16.0 Accessories FLEXFLO M3 ® 16.0 ACCESSORIES The following accessories are available for the M3 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 #... -
Page 69: Replacement Parts
Page 69 16.0 Accessories FLEXFLO M3 ® KIT-QBV Kit contains: One Quick Connect Inlet with .50” hose barb connection (assembled with FKM O-rings), One Quick Connect Inlet with .50” hose barb connection (assem- bled with FKM O-rings) and two #5 Clamps. -
Page 70: Troubleshooting And Error Codes
Page 70 FLEXFLO M3 ® 17.0 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ERROR CODES The below is a list of common pump issues and error codes. We recommend contacting the factory for support if issues persist or if there are further questions on pump operation. Frequently, a Firmware Update is required when support is requested. - Page 71 Page 71 FLEXFLO M3 ® 17.0 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ERROR CODES The below is a list of Error Codes. Frequently, a Firmware Update is required when support is requested. Reference the Firmware Update section for details on updating firmware. Do not attempt to open the pump or service internal electrical components.
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Page 72: 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 73: 19.0 Certificate Of Conformance
Page 73 FLEXFLO M3 ® 19.0 CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMANCE... -
Page 74: Appendix A: Acronyms
Page 74 FLEXFLO M3 ® 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... -
Page 75: Appendix B: Model Number Matrix
Page 75 FLEXFLO M3 ® Model Number Matrix FLEXFLO Model Number ® FLEXFLO Peristaltic metering pump ® Power Cord (operating voltage user selectable 115V/240 Vac 50/60Hz) 115V / 60Hz, power cord NEMA 5/15 plug (US) 220V / 50HZ, power cord CEE 7/VII plug (EU) - Page 76 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 sales@blue-white.com customerservice@blue-white.com P.N.
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