Blue-White FLEXFLO A-100NF Operating Manual

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FLEXFLO
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A-100NF & A100NV
Peristaltic Metering Pump
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  • Page 1 Operating Manual FLEXFLO ® A-100NF & A100NV Peristaltic Metering Pump ®...
  • Page 2 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 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1.0 Introduction 1.1 Features 1.2 What’s in the Box? 1.3 Storage and Handling 1.4 Product Matrix 1.5 Application Guides 1.6 Accessories and Options 2.0 Engineering Specifications 2.1 Output Specifications 2.2 Materials of Construction 2.3 Dimensions 3.0 Installation 3.1 Mounting Location 3.2 Input Power Connection 3.3 A-100NV CIRCUIT BOARD...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Website Contact Us Help Center Home/TOC 1.0 Introduction Congratulations on purchasing the A-100N Peristaltic Metering Pump! The A-100N is designed to inject chemicals into piping systems. The A-100N is capable of pumping a variety of chemicals and solutions. Variable Speed Controller - The speed of the pumping mechanism is adjustable from 5%/10% through 100%.
  • Page 5: What's In The Box

    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: Product Matrix

    Other concerns - Visit our Help Center where you can review specific information about the A-100N Visit Accessory Pages for more Options pump and ask Oswald AI Chat questions. www.blue-white.com/resources/help-center/ P.N. 83000-021 A2 REV 6 20241121 5300 Business Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 TEL 714-893-8529 | FAX 714-894-9492 | www.blue-white.com | sales@blue-white.com...
  • Page 7: Accessories And Options

    Home/TOC Website Contact Us Help Center 1.6 Accessories and Options WALL MOUNT BRACKET The Wall Mount Bracket is a simple way to mount your pump with- out using valuable floor space. The bracket is sturdy and versatile and allows the pump to be mounted at a convenient height for oper- ation and service.
  • Page 8: Engineering Specifications

    Website Contact Us Help Center Home/TOC 2.0 Engineering Specifications Max. Working Pressure Up to 100 psig (6.9 bar) (see below for specific pressure ratings for tubes) Max. Fluid Temperature 130° F (54° C) Max. Ambient Temperature 14 to 110° F/ -10 to 43° C Max.
  • Page 9: Materials Of Construction

    STAND B Y 100% PRI ME RE SET SE RVI CE D ISPLAY PROGRA M INPUT MODES 1 - MAN U 4-20 3 - 0-10VDC BLUE-WHITE INDUSTRIES -100 ULSE (BA TC H) Analog Units Digital Units A-100NF A-100NV Inch 9.375” 23.81 9.50”...
  • Page 10: Installation

    Website Contact Us Help Center Home/TOC 3.0 Installation CAUTION: Proper eye protection must be worn at all times when installing and servicing the pump. Note: All diagrams are strictly for guideline purposes only. Always consult an expert before installing the pump into specialized systems. The pump should be serviced by qualified persons only.
  • Page 11 Home/TOC Website Contact Us Help Center Rear Shroud - This shroud is designed to weather-proof the A-100N pump. If the pump is wall mounted, the shroud is not necessary and will be considered weather-proof.
  • Page 12: Input Power Connection

    Website Contact Us Help Center Home/TOC 3.2 Input Power Connection WARNING! Risk of Electrical Shock • Be certain to connect the pump to the proper supply voltage. Using the incorrect voltage will damage the pump and may result in injury. The voltage requirement is printed on the pump serial label.
  • Page 13: External Signal Wiring (A-100Nv)

    Home/TOC Website Contact Us Help Center 3.4 External Signal Wiring (A-100NV) The pump will accept any one of three different types of external input signals; 4-20 mA , 0-10 VDC, or pulse frequency (500 Hz maximum). The 4-20mA and 0-10 VDC loops must be powered. Two types of frequency inputs, AC sine waves (magnetic coils type outputs) and Digital Square waves (Hall Effect signals, contact closures), are acceptable.
  • Page 14: A-100Nf Circuit Board

    Website Contact Us Help Center Home/TOC 3.5 A-100NF CIRCUIT BOARD The A-100NF contains internal wiring that need not be accesses under normal operation. Access to internal wiring is required when changing input power voltage, connecting FVS wiring, disconnecting TFD sensor, and wiring Alarm output and Motor Active outputs. A liquid-tight connector is needed (optional) to wire the output connections.
  • Page 15: Fvs, Alarm Output, And Motor Active Wiring

    FVS - FLOW VERIFICATION SENSOR INPUT Accepts a pulse signal from an optional Blue-White sensor confirming that fluid is passing through the pump. Triggers the AL alarm output if fluid is not detected. AL - ALARM OPEN COLLECTOR OUTPUT The output (purple wire) sinks to DC ground when an alarm condition exists.
  • Page 16: How To Install Tube And Fittings

    Website Contact Us Help Center Home/TOC 3.7 How to Install Tube and Fittings CAUTION: Proper eye and skin protection must be worn when installing and servicing the pump! Inlet Tubing - Locate the inlet fitting of the Pump Tube. Remove the tube nut.
  • Page 17: A100N Controls

    Home/TOC Website Contact Us Help Center 4.0 A100N Controls A-100NF PARTS LOCATOR DRAWING A-100NV PARTS LOCATOR DRAWING * Slide both top and bottom clamps to the left only far enough to open the control cover 4.1 A100NF Pump Output Adjustment and Controls Turn Pump On/Off To activate pump, flip switch to “ON”.
  • Page 18: A100Nv Pump Output Adjustment And Controls

    Website Contact Us Help Center Home/TOC 4.2 A100NV Pump Output Adjustment and Controls Adjustment Controls - Open the control panel door by sliding the upper and lower slide clamps to the left. RUN/STANDBY Button - • Press to start and stop the pump. The ARROW next to the word RUN will light when in the run mode.
  • Page 19: A100Nv Operating Mode 1 - Output Adjusted Manually

    Home/TOC Website Contact Us Help Center Caution: When power is applied to the pump, the A-100N will either automatically be- gin to pump, or maintain power-off status, depending on the power switch status. 4.2.1 A100NV OPERATING MODE 1 - Output Adjusted Manually In this mode, the pump’s motor speed is adjusted manually us- ing the front panel touch pad.
  • Page 20: A100Nv Operating Mode 2 - 4-20 Ma Input Signal

    Website Contact Us Help Center Home/TOC 4.2.2 A100NV OPERATING MODE 2 - 4-20 mA input signal In this mode, the pump’s motor speed is adjusted automatically based on the value of the 4-20 mA input signal. Any motor speed can be assigned to either the minimum or maximum milliamp input values.
  • Page 21 Home/TOC Website Contact Us Help Center Press the MODE button. The mA icon will stop blinking and the % SPEED icon will blink. The ARROW next to the word MAXI- MUM will blink indicating the maximum value is ready to be pro- grammed.
  • Page 22: A100Nv Operating Mode 3 - 0-10Vdc Input Signal

    Website Contact Us Help Center Home/TOC 4.2.3 A100NV OPERATING MODE 3 - 0-10VDC input signal In this mode, the pump’s motor speed is adjusted automatically based on the value of the 0-10VDC input signal. Any motor speed can be assigned to either the minimum or maximum DC input sig- nal values.
  • Page 23 Home/TOC Website Contact Us Help Center programmed. The currently programmed maximum motor speed value is shown on the 3-DIGIT LCD. Enter the motor speed at the maximum VDC input signal val- ue. Press the FIELD button to select the digit to program. The digit will blink when selected.
  • Page 24: A100Nv Operating Mode 4 - Frequency (Hz) Input Signal

    Website Contact Us Help Center Home/TOC 4.2.4 A100NV OPERATING MODE 4 - Frequency (Hz) input signal In this mode, the pump’s motor speed is adjusted automatically based on the value of the frequency (Hz) of the input signal (500 Hz max.) Any motor speed can be assigned to either the minimum or maximum Hz input values.
  • Page 25 Home/TOC Website Contact Us Help Center value is shown on the 3-DIGIT LCD. Enter the motor speed at the maximum Hz input signal value. • Press the FIELD button to select the digit to program. The digit will blink when selected. •...
  • Page 26: Tfd (Tube Failure Detection)

    Website Contact Us Help Center Home/TOC 4.3 TFD (Tube Failure Detection) TFD (Tube Failure Detection) - The pump is equipped with a Tube Failure Detection System which is designed to stop the pump and provide an open collector (sinking) output signal in the event the pump tube should rupture and chemical enters the pump head.
  • Page 27: Fvs - Flow Verification System

    Home/TOC Website Contact Us Help Center 4.4 FVS - Flow Verification System switch off and on to clear the alarm and restart the pump. The Flow Verification Sensor is sold as an optional accessory The “V” model allows the use to program an alarm delay time value from 1-256 seconds must be programmed.
  • Page 28: Operation

    Website Contact Us Help Center Home/TOC 5.0 Operation Once the pump has been installed and wired properly, it can be put into operation. Be sure you are familiar with all control features before using the pump. 5.1 Operating the A-100NF Priming the Pump Before priming the pump, or starting the pump, be sure that all suction and discharge lines are con- nected properly and that proper valves are open.
  • Page 29: Calibration

    Home/TOC Website Contact Us Help Center 4-20ma Input Speed Control - Mode 2 To run the pump in 4-20mA Mode, press the Mode button until “MODE 2” is displayed. Press the Run/ Standby button to start the pump. Pump speed will be set by remote 4-20mA input signal. To toggle/ view either % motor speed or 4-20 mA signal, press the Digit and Mode keys at the same time.
  • Page 30: Maintenance

    Website Contact Us Help Center Home/TOC 6.0 Maintenance 6.1 Routine Inspection and Maintenance The pump requires very little maintenance. However, the pump and all accessories should be checked weekly. This is especially important when pumping chemicals. Inspect all components for signs of leaking, swelling, cracking, discoloration or corrosion.
  • Page 31: How To Replace The Pump Tube

    Home/TOC Website Contact Us Help Center 6.3 How to Replace the Pump Tube The pump tube assembly will eventually break if not replaced. The tube has been designed for a minimum service life of 500 hours. However, the life of the tube is affected by many factors such as the type of chemical being pumped, the amount of back pressure, the motor RPM, temperature and others.
  • Page 32: Tube Care And Use Guide

    Care and Use Guide • Blue-White Tube Assemblies are specifically designed, tested, and intended for use only in Blue-White peristaltic pumps. Users assume the risk of using Blue-White Tube Assemblies for any other purpose. • Blue-White peristaltic metering pumps are designed to operate with Tube Assemblies manufactured by Blue-White only.
  • Page 33: Tube & Roller Use Log

    Home/TOC Website Contact Us Help Center 6.5 Tube & Roller Use Log Pump Name/Model: Tube/Roller Part Number Qty Purchased / Used Reason Date...
  • Page 34: Parts And Accessories

    Website Contact Us Help Center Home/TOC 7.0 Parts and Accessories 7.1 Replacement Parts Drawing A-100NF...
  • Page 35: Parts List And Accessories A-100Nf

    Home/TOC Website Contact Us Help Center 7.2 Parts List and Accessories A-100NF Qty. Qty. Item Part No. Product Name Item Part No. Product Name Req. Req. C-324N 71000-214 Enclosure Back With Gasket, P/head, 10-32 X .50 Screw 90011-094 Washer, #10 Stainless A-031 Spacer, Rotor 90011-091...
  • Page 36: Replacement Parts Drawing A-100Nv

    REPLACEMENT PARTS DRAWING Website Contact Us Help Center Home/TOC 7.3 Replacement Parts Drawing A-100NV A1-4T A1-4T...
  • Page 37: Parts List And Accessories A-100Nv

    Home/TOC Website Contact Us Help Center 7.4 Parts List and Accessories A-100NV Qty. Qty. Item Part No. Product Name Item Part No. Product Name Req. Req. Enclosure Back Plate With A-008-1 Gearbox, 14 Rpm 71000-489 Gasket, Valox A-008-2 Gearbox, 30 Rpm 90011-094 Washer, Mounting, #10 Stainless Mounting Screw, #10 X 1.0”...
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Website Contact Us Help Center Home/TOC 8.0 Troubleshooting Common Issues Air is entering the pump. Check suction lines to make sure all connections are tight. Check the level of the chemical tank. Remove obstructions and clean strainers. Pump is not accurate. Check the suction line and clean the strainer. Check for obstructions in suction lines, discharge lines, and injectors.
  • Page 39: System

    Home/TOC Website Contact Us Help Center 9.0 System About the A-100N Pump The A-100N Pump is designed to be simple and easy to operate. The pump comes pre-tested and is ready to use. There are some features that may require opening the pump and accessing the main circuit board (Pulse frequency jumper, NO/NC relay).
  • Page 40: Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY Your Blue-White product is a quality product and is warranted for a specific time from date of purchase (proof of purchase is required). The product will be repaired or replaced at our discretion. Failure must have occurred due to defect in material or workmanship and not as a result of operation of the product other than in normal operation as defined in the product manual.
  • Page 41 White tests its products with water only. The chemical resistance information included in this instruction manual was supplied to BLUE-WHITE by reputable sources, but Blue-White is not able to vouch for the accuracy or completeness thereof. 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 42 Website Contact Us Help Center Home/TOC NOTES:...
  • Page 43 Home/TOC Website Contact Us Help Center NOTES:...
  • Page 44 P.N. 80000-381 A-100N (F.V) Pump REV 20 20250403 5300 Business Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 TEL 714-893-8529 | FAX 714-894-9492 | www.blue-white.com | sales@blue-white.com...

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