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Lorentz PS200 User Manual

Lorentz PS200
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PS200
PS600
PS1200
PS1800
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
INSTALLATION
OPERATION
SERVICE
Bernt Lorentz GmbH & Co. KG
Heidekoppel 16
D-24558 Henstedt-Ulzburg
Germany
Tel. ++49.4193.7548-0
Fax ++49.4193.7548-29
www.lorentz.de
release 07/08/05
SOLAR WATER
PUMP SYSTEMS

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Lorentz PS200 Specifications

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BrandLorentz
ModelPS200
CategoryWater Pump
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1 WARNINGS

Electrical Safety and Installation Precautions

Covers voltage limits, proper controller use, and installation by qualified personnel.

Pump Handling and Environmental Considerations

Addresses pump sensitivity to heat, dirty water, and freeze protection needs.

4 INSTALLING THE SOLAR ARRAY

4.1 Location of the Solar Array

Critical for performance, choose a location with unrestricted sun exposure.

4.4 Orienting the Solar Array to Solar South

4.5 Setting the Solar Array Tilt Angle

5 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

5.1 Controller, Junction Box, and Conduit

Location, protection from heat, mounting, conduit use, sealing, battery system considerations.

5.2 Grounding and Lightning Protection

Grounding Importance and Methods

Explains why grounding is critical and details effective discharge path methods.

Bonding and Earth Connections

Covers interconnecting metal components and making earth connections for safety.

Lightning Protection and Wiring Practices

Covers floating systems, wiring techniques, and additional protection measures.

5.3 Solar Array Wiring

Array Wiring Configurations and Safety

Discusses series/parallel connections, safe wiring practices, and wire types.

5.4 Solar Array Disconnect Switch in the Junction Box

5.5 Junction Box (Controller Input) Wiring

5.6 Maximum RPM Setting

5.7 Submersible Pump Cable and Splice

5.8 Wiring Order for Correct Rotation

5.9 Low-Water Probe for Dry-Run Protection

Probe Installation and Operation

Details on installing the probe, its principle of operation, and automatic restart features.

5.10 Automatic Control For Full-Tank Shutoff

Float Switch Requirements and Wiring

Explains float switch types (NO/NC) and how to connect them for tank shutoff.

5.11 Battery-Based Systems

Controller Setup for Battery Mode

Instructions on setting the controller for battery operation and connecting batteries.

Wire Sizing and Low Voltage Disconnect

Guidance on DC circuit wire sizing and the low-voltage disconnect function.

5.12 Pressurizing Systems

6 PREPARING TO INSTALL THE PUMP

6.1 WARNINGS about Handling Helical Rotor Pumps

Crucial safety warnings about applying grease, heat exposure, and siphon effects.

6.2 Drop Pipe

6.3 Safety Rope and Binding

6.4 Installation in a Surface Water Source

6.6 Coping with Dirty Water Conditions

6.7 Utilizing a Low-Production Water Source

7 IN-WELL ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION

7.3 Hand Installation

8 OPERATING THE PUMP

9 TROUBLE SHOOTING

9.1 If The Pump Doesn't Run

Common causes for pump not running, including wiring, power, and motor issues.

9.2 Inspect The System

Inspecting the Solar Array and Wiring

Checks for proper array orientation, shading, wiring integrity, and connection security.

Checking Controller, Junction Box, and Probes

Inspecting for damage, loose connections, and verifying probe/switch functionality.

9.3 Electrical Testing

Testing the Solar Array Circuit

Procedures for testing open-circuit voltage, short-circuit current, and voltage under load.

Testing Motor Circuit and Running Current

How to test motor circuit resistance and measure AC running current for diagnostics.

9.4 If The Pump Runs But Flow Is Less Than Normal

Diagnosing Reduced Flow Conditions

Checks for array issues, correct pump selection, pipe/wire sizing, and leaks.

Analyzing Flow Decrease Over Time

Investigating causes for reduced flow over time, such as wear or sediment.

9.6 Electrical Testing Illustrated

Testing Solar Array DC Performance

Illustrated guide for testing solar array voltage and current under various conditions.

10 MAINTENANCE

13.6 Freeze Protection for Solar Water Pumps

13.7 Selecting and Using Meters for Electrical Testing

13.8 Measuring Solar Energy Intensity

13.10 Calculating Pumping Efficiency and Power Requirement

13.11 System Wiring Diagram for Solar-direct (non-battery) System

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