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1.1 Product description, general
The KESSEL lifting station Aqualift F Basic (referred to as „lifting station“ from here onwards) has been designed
for pumping off wastewater with and without sewage. The system tank houses the pump and the level sensor
(oat switch). All the assemblies have been matched to the KESSEL control unit included.
Introduction
The level sensor switching signals for the wastewater level are processed electronically in the control unit. When
the switch-on level has been reached, the pump-off function is activated. When the level has fallen accordingly
again, pumping off is ended.
The pipe connections on the system tank have been prepared for different nominal widths and inlet directions.
The connection for a ventilation pipe has been prepared.
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1.2 General instructions on using these operating and maintenance instructions
Symbols and legends used
<1>
[2]
•
3.
–
ItalicsItalic case design: Reference to a section / item in the control menu
1.3 How it works
Reference in the text to a legend number in an illustration
Reference to an illustration
Working step
Working step in numbered sequence
List
CAUTION: Warns of a risk to persons and material. Ignoring the instructions marked with this
symbol can lead to serious injuries and material damage.
Note: Technical notes which must be given particular attention.
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1.4 Type plate
Information on the type plate
1
Name of the system
2
Article number
3
Connection voltage and connection frequency, current consumption
range
4
Maximum pumping ow / pumping height
5
Protective rating (IP) + mode of operation
6
Serial number
7
QR code
10
Hardware revision status
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1
2
3
4
5
6
Hebeanlage Aqualift F Basic
XXXXX
XXXV XXHz X,XA X,XkW
XXm³/h XXm
S3 XX% ED IP XX (XmWS/xh)
Ser. Nr. XXXXXXXXX
RevStd.: X.X MM/JJ DIN-EN 1
Bahnhofstraße 31
D-85101 Lenting
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Aqualift F
Mono/Duo
XXXXX
www.kessel.de/info
XXXXXXXXXX
www.kessel.com
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2
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1.5 Scope of delivery
14
Control unit
16
Operating and maintenance instructions
18
Fastening material for the control unit
19
Drilling template for the control unit
20
System tank with wastewater pump and level sensor
Introduction
1.6 Displays, operating keys and their functions
Control unit
1
LED Ready for operation
2LED Alarm
3
LED system tank, switch-on level reached
4
LED, wastewater pump running
5
Operation symbol
6
Switch off (acknowledge) alarm button
7
System tank symbol
8
Wastewater pump on (manual) button
16
17
1
5678
20
14
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PUMP
19
Lifting station
1
Ventilation device: see position 25A in Fig. [5]
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1.7 Component assemblies and functional properties
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Flap, backwater preventer
14
Control unit
20
System tank
22
Type plate
23
Wastewater pump
24
Connection for pressure pipe
25
Backwater preventer housing
25A
Ventilation device
26
Inlet (various options, see 3.3)
27
Level sensor (oat switch)*
28
Connection for vent pipe
29
Manual diaphragm pump connection
30
Servicing opening*
*mutually replaced depending on the type of use (see 3.4)
23
20
27
14
24
25
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22
30
26
29
25A
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2 Safety
2.1 Correct use
The lifting station is to be used exclusively for pumping domestic wastewater with and without sewage.
The system must not be used in a potentially explosive environment.
Any
• conversions or attachments
• use of non-genuine spare parts
• carrying out of repairs by companies or persons not
approved by the manufacturer
• use under conditions other than those required in the current guidelines and standards
which has been carried out without the express and written permission of the manufacturer can lead to a loss of
warranty.
Safety
Note:
In order to protect the system‘s electrical components from damage, the control unit must be equipped with a
protective circuit. This does not serve as lightning protection. If such requirements are made, an appropriate
protective device must be installed on site.
2.2 Staff selection and qualication
Persons who install the lifting station must
–be at least 18 years old.
–have been sufciently trained and be sufciently qualied for the respective tasks.
–be familiar with and follow the respective technical rules and safety regulations.
Qualied staff are members of staff who, on the basis of their training and experience as well as their knowledge
of the relevant instructions, valid standards and accident prevention regulations, can carry out the required tasks
and both recognise and avoid any possible hazards.
Work on electrical components may only be carried out by specially trained specialist staff and under adherence
to all the valid accident prevention regulations (UVV).
2.3 Organisational safety measures
The operating and maintenance instructions must always be kept available.
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2.4 Risks caused by the product
2.4.1 Risk caused by special location / ambient conditions
Risk caused by toxic and hazardous vapours, gases and substances (e. g. bacteria, viruses). If the lifting
station is located in an inspection chamber, any necessary work must always be done by specialist staff (see
2.2).
2.4.2 Health risks
The lifting station pumps wastewater with sewage which can contain hazardous substances. Make sure eyes,
mouth or skin do not come into direct contact with the wastewater or parts of the system soiled by it. In the
case of direct contact, the part of the body affected must be washed thoroughly immediately and disinfected if
necessary. Wear personal protective equipment.
2.4.3 Risk caused by noise
Operation of the lifting station can cause a high noise level. Wear appropriate protective equipment if
necessary and take sound-insulating measures.
2.4.4 Explosion hazard
In accordance with DIN EN 12050-1: 2015-05 the inside of the system tank in a sewage lifting station can be
classied as a potentially explosive area. The operator of the system is responsible for this classication within
the scope of a risk assessment. A classication of zones is only required if potentially
–explosive gases occur simultaneously, e.g. through the introduction or formation
–of sewer gas, and measures to prevent a hazardous concentration of hazardous gases such as
aeration and ventilation prove inadequate.
The formation of a hazardous, potentially explosive atmosphere can be avoided during normal operation with
a standard-compliant installation and operation in accordance with EN 12056-4 and sufcient exchange of the
atmosphere in the system tank.
Notwithstanding this, the operator of the system must guarantee adequate occupational safety during all work
on the system. Special risks arise through toxic gases such as hydrogen sulphide as well as a lack of oxygen.
This is why appropriate safety measures such as measuring safe levels or forced ventilation in accordance with
occupational safety regulations have to be carried out.
2.4.5 Risk caused by heat
Risk of burning by touching hot surfaces. When in operation for longer periods, wastewater pumps develop a
high temperature on the housing surface. Wear protective equipment (gloves) or allow the pumps to cool down
accordingly.
2.4.6 Risk caused by unexpected wastewater pump start-up
The wastewater pump can start up at any time if the lifting station is not disconnected from the power supply.
Always have specialist staff remove the wastewater pump and only after the system has been cleared and
secured against being switched on again unintentionally.
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3 Installation
Risk caused by toxic and hazardous vapours, gases and substances (e. g. bacteria, viruses). Always have any
necessary work on the lifting station done by specialist staff (see 2.2).
Before housing covers, plugs and cables (including those on potential-free contacts) are opened they must be
switched voltage-free. Work on electrical components may only be carried out by specialist staff (page 2.2).
3.1 General points related to installation
–A fault current circuit breaker must be provided as electrical protection for the lifting station.
–The lifting station‘s control unit should be positioned to prevent any unauthorised use. Consequential damage
can occur in the building if the lifting station is switched off accidentally.
The lifting station is installed and put into operation at different times according to the usual construction phases
on a building site.
Installation
1. Installation of the system tank with connection of wastewater inlet, ventilation and the pressure pipe via which
the wastewater is pumped off (Chapter 3.2 to 3.5)
2. Installation of the control unit and connection of the electrical components (chapter 3.6)
3. Initial operation (chapter 3.7).
3.2 Fasten system tank to the oor
We recommend using a sound-absorbent mat as acoustic insulation
(to minimise the transmission of sound on the support surface).
This is available as an accessory from KESSEL.
• Position the system tank correctly and screw to the oor at the two
fastening points <21>. Screws maximum M8.
Choose the fastening elements such that a tensile load of at least
200 N can be borne by each fastening point.
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3.3 Fitting the inlet and outlet
Preparation
Risk of functional problems due to suspended matter and solids
deposited on the level sensor.
Installation
If the inlet is to be at the muffs <26B > or <26C>, the respective
muff must be sawn off at the given cutting edge.
If the inlet to the system tank is to be via position <26C>, the level
sensor <27> has to be exchanged with the cover of the service
opening <30> . To do so, proceed as described below
• Unscrew each of the 4 fastening screws <1> and dismantle the
two assemblies accordingly. Position the anti-twist protection
device <2> correctly
The inlet can be mounted at various positions on the system tank:
24DN 80
26A
DN 50 or DN 100
26BDN 100
26CDN 100
26D
Scoring surface, maximal DN 100. Make sure that no
backwater enters the inlet pipe
24
27
2
30
26C
1
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26A
30
27
Installing the inlet
• Dismantle the level sensor if necessary
• Mount the inlet on the system tank
Installing the outlet
• Connect the pressure pipe to the connection <24>.
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3.4 Connecting the ventilation pipe
• Connect the venting pipe to the venting connection <28>
A separate venting pipe has to be routed via the roof in
accordance with DIN EN 12056-4
• Saw off the muff for the vent pipe <28> at the given cutting edge.
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3.5 Planning a connection for manual diaphragm pump
• Provide for a connection for a manual diaphragm pump at the connection muff <29> Fig [5], DN 40) if
necessary.)
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3.6 Installing the control unit
• Select the mounting position making sure that:
– there is a safety socket in the direct vicinity of the control units.
– The connecting cable from the wastewater pump and oat
switch can be installed correctly and routed to the control unit.
– The control unit can be fastened safely and sufciently.
• Unscrew the housing cover <5>
• Break out the cable ducts <1> with a suitable tool
• If an external potential-free contact (external alarm signal)
connection is provided for this installation, break out the cable duct
<1B>
• Press the rubber grommets <2> into the openings <1>
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2
5
• Fit all three fastening screws (drilling template included in the
scope of delivery). Make sure that the gap <4> between the screw
heads and fastening area is approx. 3 to 4 mm
• Suspend the control unit on the three fastening screws and press
down lightly
1
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1B
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Danger through incorrectly dimensioned connection cables. The lifting station is only designed for operation
with the enclosed connection cables (or equivalent). If in doubt, consult the manufacturer / supplier.
• Fit end sleeves (length 8 mm) to the ends of the cables
• Lay the connecting cable safely from the system tank to the control unit (e.g. conduit pipe, cable duct)
• Attach connecting cable to the terminal strip acc. to the
circuit diagram (next page). To do so, keep the relevant cable
terminal <3> pressed down against the spring pressure with a
suitable screwdriver until the end of the cable has been inserted
• Attach strain relief ttings for all connecting cables
• Connect battery plug to battery
• Fit and fasten the housing cover,
tightening torque 1.2 Nm
3
• Route the battery‘s cable (32) so that it does not cover
the LEDs or is clamped.
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• Connection diagram
Installation
ABCDEF
1
1 Mains connection
A
brown
B
blue
C
green/yellow
2 Wastewater pump
D
green/yellow
E
blue
F
brown
2
-
GHJ
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3 Float switch
G
H
J
K
L
M
N
4 Alarm
I2I1
--
I3
KLMNO
3
yellow
white
pink
brown
grey
green
not occupied
-
+
P
4
3.7 Connection of a potential-free contact
A potential-free contact can be connected to the control unit, available from Busch-Jäger (art. no. 1515 U-12)
• For this purpose the alarm key <6> and the pump key <8> must be pressed simultaneously for 5 seconds
after the control unit has been connected to the mains power supply
• The control unit bleeps briey twice as conrmation that the potential-free contact can be connected.
• Connect the potential-free contact to O P in accordance with the circuit diagram Fig. [14].
3.8 Connection of the audible alarm
• To connect the audible alarm again, keep the alarm key <6> and the pump key <8> simultaneously
for 5 seconds
• The control unit bleeps briey 3 times as conrmation that the audible alarm can be connected.
O
Connection for external
audible alarm/
P
potential-free contact
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3.9 Initial operation
Avoid the wastewater pump(s) running dry for a longer period (>30 seconds) at all costs, it/they could become
damaged. Never switch wastewater pumps on if the system tank is not lled at least to the minimum level.
3.9.1 Initialising the control unit
• Connect the control unit to the mains supply, initialisation begins. The 4 LEDs come on in succession, an
acoustic signal is heard and the wastewater pump is switched on for a few seconds. Following successful
initialisation, the control unit is ready for operation, the green LED <1> comes on
3.9.2 Functional check
• Switch off the lifting station (see 4.5)
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• Open the service opening <30> (Fig. [5], page 38)
PUMP
• Fill the system tank fully with water. The water level must be up to
the opening of the access cover
• Re-connect the control unit‘s power supply (plug in mains plug),
the control unit is initialised (see 3.7.1). The functional check is
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has been successful if the following procedures are performed as
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described:
– Level alarm is triggered, the Alarm LED <2> ashes red, an acoustic signal is heard and the wastewater
pump begins to evacuate the system tank
– Once the level falls below the alarm level, the alarm LED <2> goes out and the two orange LEDs
(level <3> and pump operation <4>) come on until the system tank has been evacuated by the wastewater
pump
– Visual inspection: The system tank may only contain a few centimetres of water when the wastewater pump
no longer runs
• Screw the service opening <30> (Fig. [5], page 38) down again, the lifting station is ready for operation
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4 Operation
The backwater preventer must be functional during operation, see <25> in Fig. [5], page 38
4.1 Automatic operation
The lifting station is in automatic mode if no fault has been detected
and the green operating LED <1> comes on The wastewater pump is
switched on an off according to the wastewater level.
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4.2 Alarm statuses
4.2.1 System tank too full alarm
If the level in the system tank exceeds the alarm level (oat switch)
an alarm is triggered, the alarm LED <2> ashes and an acoustic
signal is heard. The wastewater pump is running.
This alarm status cannot be acknowledged, it is only switched off after successful pumping off.
The acoustic tone can be deactivated (press the alarm button briey).
4.2.2 Power supply failure alarm
If the power supply fails, the green operating LED <1> goes out after one second, the alarm LED <2> ashes
and a repeated acoustic signal is heard. The wastewater pump can no longer be switched on.
* Temporary interruptions in the power supply do not trigger the alarm.
When the power supply is restored the control unit no longer shows this alarm status, the lifting station again
works in the automatic mode.
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4.3 Overview of LED displays / information
ey
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1
Flashing
Lights up / switched on
Switched off
Flashing alternately
ashing simultaneously
LEDAcoustic
1234
Operating states
DescriptionAction
signal
(interval)
-Ready for operation
-System tank full, will be pumped out
shortly
-Pumping system tank to empty
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No action necessary, wastewater
pump can be switched off with button
<8> (see manual operation 4.6)
Alarm statuses / faults
xBattery faultReplace battery
xPower outage, no mains voltage, lifting
station has no function
xLevel fault, illogical sequence of levels
detected
xRunning time / number limit, wastewater
pump switch on to often or too long
xRunning time limit, maximum running
time for wastewater pump exceeded
xAlarm level exceededWait until the level drops below the
Exceeded maximum switching cyclesAcknowledge alarm (4.4) and replace
* If the fault occurs again, inform the Customer Services department
Restore mains voltage, acknowledge
alarm (see 4.4)
Acknowledging the alarm (4.4)*
alarm level again
control unit
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4.4 Acknowledging the alarm
If a state occurs which triggers an alarm (e.g. fault on the pump, power failure), this is indicated by the alarm
LED <2> coming on and possibly one of the other LEDs (see 4.3). After the cause of the alarm has been
eliminated, the alarm can be acknowledged by pressing key <6>.
–To switch the alarm sound off: Press key <6> 1x
–To acknowledge the alarm: Keep button <6> pressed for >5 seconds, the alarm display goes out and the
alarm has been acknowledged
4.5 Switching off the lifting station
• Disconnect the control unit‘s mains plug and wait a few seconds until the power failure alarm is triggered (short, repeated acoustic signal and alarm LED <2> ashes)
• Press and hold down the alarm <6> push-button until the alarm LED <2> no longer ashes, four short
acoustic signals are heard, the control unit is switched off
Operation
If the control unit is switched off, the battery connection is deactivated. The battery can remain connected
since it will not be discharged. Mains voltage is required for initialisation since this re-activates the battery
connection.
4.6 Manual operation
Manual operation can be activated with the push-button switch <8>. The wastewater pump is no longer switched
on automatically. If manual operation is activated during pumping-off, the wastewater pump is switched off.
Activate manual operation
• Press push-button switch <8>, the manual operation LED <4> ashes orange
Switch on wastewater pump
The wastewater pump can be switched on as follows when manual operation is activated:
Switching on brieyPress the push-button switch <8> 1x , the wastewater pump is switched on for a
Switching on for longerPress and hold down the push-button switch <8> for as long as the wastewater
short time.
pump is to be switched on.
If manual operation is not used for a certain period of time (5 minutes), the control unit re-activates the automatic
mode.
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5 Maintenance
5.1 Maintenance safety notes
Before housing covers, plugs and cables (including those on potential-free contacts) are opened they must be
switched voltage-free. Work on electrical components may only be carried out by specialist staff (page 2.2).
If the potential-free contact is connected to an external device / connection please pay attention to the
manufacturer‘s operating instructions for this device / connection.
No climbing on electrical components, pipe connections or cables during maintenance work.
Risk caused by toxic and hazardous vapours, gases and substances (e. g. bacteria, viruses). If the lifting
station is located in an inspection chamber, any necessary work must always be done by specialist staff (see
2.2).
Maintenance
After all maintenance work, carry out a function test on the lifting station (see 3.7.2).
5.2 Maintenance intervals
Maintenance of lifting stations
The lifting station has to be maintained regularly by a technical specialist (standard-compliant inspection and
maintenance acc. to DIN EN 12056-4). The intervals must not exceed:
- 3 months for systems in commercial use
- 6 months for systems in multi-family homes
- 1 year for systems in single-family homes
Tip: A maintenance protocol with details of all the work carried out and the main data must be prepared for all
maintenance work. You will nd the maintenance protocol under Downloads at www.kessel.com.
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5.3 Preparing for maintenance work
–Make sure that the inlet to the lifting station is not used during maintenance.
–Make sure that the lifting station cannot be switched on accidentally during maintenance work. This applies in
particular if the control unit is in a different room to the system tank.
5.4 Maintenance jobs
5.4.1 Replace battery
• Perform the work described in 5.1
• Open the housing cover of the control unit and replace the battery
• Screw down the control unit‘s housing cover, make a potential-free connection if necessary and perform a
functional check (see 3.7.2)
• Change the battery once a year
Maintenance
5.4.2 Cleaning the lifting station
• Lower the wastewater level in the system tank to a minimum. To
do so, run the wastewater pump in manual operation (see Chapter
4.6) until the pump draws in air.
• Bring the ventilation device <25A> on the backwater preventer
<25> into a horizontal position (as shown), the dammed up
wastewater can ow back from the pressure pipe into the system
tank
25
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Maintenance
• Evacuate the system tank. This can done be via the connection <29> for the manual diaphragm pump (see
Fig. [5] on page 38) or with a wet vacuum cleaner.
• Unscrew cover of the service opening <30>
• Make sure that the oat switch of the level sensor <27> and oat switch rods are free from suspended matter
and solids, clean if necessary. In case of stubborn dirt, remove, clean and re-install
• Make sure that the inlet opening of the wastewater pump
<23> is free from suspended matter and solids, clean if
necessary. In case of stubborn dirt, remove, clean and re-install
Dismantling the pump:
• Unscrew screws <1>.
• Press off the wastewater pump at the press-off notches
<2> with a screwdriver if necessary
1
23
• Make sure that the system tank is free from suspended matter and
solids, clean if necessary.
• Make sure that the ventilation bores <31> are free from
suspended matter and solids, clean if necessary
2
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29
30
23
1
2
25
• Remove and clean the backwater preventer <25>. To do do, unscrew screws <1> and <2>
and push out the backwater preventer <25> from the side
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• t the backwater preventer <25> again. Make sure that the
ventilation device <25A> is in a vertical position as shown
• Close the cover of the service opening <30>
• Carry out a functional check (see 3.7.2)
25
25A
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6 Troubleshooting
All work exceeding the activities described in Chapter may only be carried out by specialist staff (see 2.2).
• Pay attention to the notes described in 5.1 and perform these if necessary
ErrorPossible causeRemedial measure / Chapter
Battery faultBattery is missing, is faulty or voltage too
Power outagePower supply has failedNone, general power outage
Level faultIllogical sequence of levels detectedinform Customer Services
Alarm level exceededPower outageRestore power supply
Max. run timePump is running too long per pumping
Start-up cycle limitPump starts up too often at short
Troubleshooting
Check battery connection, if necessary
low
Fuse for complete system faultyDetermine the reason for the fuse
Device fuse (microfuse) failedHave the fuse checked or replaced by