Nova-Tech Chem-Tech XP Series User Manual
XP Adjustable Pump Shown
XP Peristaltic Pump Installation, Operation
and Maintenance Manu al
Fixed, Adjustable and Pulse Timer Models
Tested and Certified by WQA
against NSF/ANSI 61-Section 8.
and CSA B483.1
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction..................................................................................................... 3
2. Safety Instructions .......................................................................................... 3
3. Technical Specifications ................................................................................. 4
4. Installation ...................................................................................................... 5
5. Operation........................................................................................................ 7
5.1. Fixed and Adjustable Speed Pumps ........................................................ 7
5.2. Adjustable Rate Pumps ........................................................................... 7
5.3. Pulse Timer Pumps ................................................................................ 9
5.4. Dry Contact Input Pumps ......................................................................... 9
5.5. General .................................................................................................... 9
6. Maintenance ................................................................................................. 10
6.1. Tubing Assembly Removal .................................................................... 10
6.2. Tubing Assembly Installation and Lubrication ........................................ 12
6.3. Pools and Spas ...................................................................................... 14
7. Policies and Procedures…………………………………………… …………14
7.1. Manufacturers Product Warranty ........................................................... 14
7.2. Returns .................................................................................................. 14
7.3. Credits ................................................................................................... 15
7.4. Pump Assembly Diagrams .................................................................... 16
7.5. Maintenance Record ............................................................................. 20
8.0 Parts ........................................................................................................... 21
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1. Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of the Chem-Tech Series XP peri st alt ic pump from
Pulsafee der. We appreciate your decision to purchase a Pulsafeeder product.
Please take this time to become familiar with your pump and the number of
accessories that shipped with your product.
The shipping box contains the follow i ng items:
1. Peristaltic pump comprising of: (a) pump head and tube assembly, (b) Clear
polycarbonate splash guard with locking thumb screw, and (c) Snap-on rear
splash guard (this can be found in the seal e d bag that shipped with the
product).
2. Instruction Manual.
3. Factory replacement tube
4. Suction and Discharge tubing set (15-feet of 1/4-inch or 3/8-inch OD
Polyethylene Tubing).
5. Injector Valve
6. Strainer w/ Ceramic Weight.
2. Safety Instructions
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO USE. Failure to
follow or understand instructions can/may lead to serious injury or death.
• WARNING: Secure chemicals & metering pumps, making them inaccessible
to children & pets.
• WARNING: DO NOT PUMP FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS.
• WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock-before maintenance, repair,
or moving always disconnect the power to the pump by unplugging from wall
outlet.
• WARNING: Do not tamper with, cut the plug or ground lug off the electrical
cord. Consult a licensed electrician for proper installation .
• WARNING: Always wear protective clothing, including gloves and safety eye
protection, when working on or near chemical metering pumps, consult
chemical manufacture for protective equipment recommendations.
• WARNING: Always make sure the voltage on the pump data plate m atc hes
the installation voltage before plugging the pump into a wall outlet or hooking
up to an electrical supply. If you are unsure, have a licensed electrician
inspect and install your pump.
• WARNING: Always depressurize system and drain the chemical prior to
installation or maintenance.
• WARNING: Read and fully understand the section on tube replacement.
Failure to do so may lead to serious injury.
• WARNING: DO NOT MODIFY PUMP, as this poses a potentially dangerous
situation and voids the warranty.
• WARNING: If the injection point is lower than the chemical tank and pump,
install an anti-siphon valve.
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• WARNING: All pumps are factory tested with water. Remove tubing and
Electrical Rating
Feed Rate (GPD)
Feed Rate (LPH)
Maximum Pressure (PSI)
Maximum Pressure (Bar)
Maximum Ambient Temper atur e
104OF (40OC)
Pump Safety Rating
ETL,CETL, ETL
SAN
, NSF 50*, NSF 61
Enclosure Rating
NEMA 3R (IP31)
Pump Head
PVC
Pump Head Tubing
Norprene or Fluran
Injection Fitting
PVC
Strainer
Polypropylene
Suction/Discharg e Tub i ng
Polyethylene
Pump Housing
ABS or Polycabonate/PBT/15%GF
thoroughly dry if the chemical being pumped will react with water (for
example: sulfuric acid).
• WARNING: Only finger tighten plastic connections (Do not use a wrench).
• WARNING: Consult licensed plumber and electrician before installation to be
sure to conform to local codes.
• CAUTION: Inspect tubing regularly for cracking or deterioration and replace
as necessary. (Always wear protective clothing and safety eye protection
when inspecting tubing.)
• CAUTION: KEEP FINGERS AWAY FROM ROTATING PARTS.
• CAUTION: If the pump is exposed to direct sunlight, use a U.V. resistant
tubing.
• CAUTION: Follow directions and warnings provided with the chemical from
the chemical manufacturer. The user is responsible for determining the
chemical compatibility with the chemical feed pump.
• CAUTION: Consult with local health officials and qualified water conditioning
specialists when treating potable water
• CAUTION: For accurate volume output, the pump must be calibrated under
all operating conditions.
3. Technical Specifications
Refer to the data plate located on the back of the peristaltic pump. Note that the
data plate will be located behind the back splash cover if install ed. Pl ease m ak e
note of the Electrical Rating, Feed Rate and Maximum Pressure of the pump.
Use this information to complete the top three lines in Table 1 (below). For
example, if the Electrical Rating indicat ed on the data plate of the pump is
230V/60 Hz fill in the first line of the table below. Keep this inform at i on handy for
future reference and part replacement.
Figure 1 provides a quick reference for installation di m ensi o nal req u i r emen ts .
Table 1: Technical Specifications
*Except 50GPD (7.9 LPH) and 80GPD (12.6 LPH) Feed Rate pumps.
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Figure 2: Injector Placement
Vertical
Horizontal
Figure 1: Pump Dimensions
4. Installation
NOTE: For pumps operating in swimming pool
installations the pump is to be supplied by an isolating
transformer or through a residual current device (RCD).
1. The pump can be i n st all ed ei ther ver t ic al ly or
horizontally (See Figure 2). Make sure to secure the
pump on a flat level surface that will support 50-lbs
(22kg) and secure with four .25-in (6mm) screws in the
holes provided. The guard snaps into the back of the
pump via three tangs (See Figure 1). The pump should
be mounted with no less than 1.75-in (44mm) of
clearance around the venting on both the front and the
rear of the pump. Locate the pump so there is direct
access to the power cord plug.
The pump is rated for indoor use only. For applications
that are subject to splashi ng make sure the pump is
mounted horizontally level with splash guard in place.
Vertical mountings require the purchase of optional
hood (J63004).
2. Verify the electrical requirements for the pump
as listed on the name plate and connect to an appropriate electrical source in
compliance with local codes for the specific application.
3. Relieve the system pressure and drain the piping run where the injection
fitting is to be installed. See Figure 2 for reference. The injection fitting must
not be installed in a dead end pipe or a deeply recessed tee. It should be
installed so as to place the tip at the center of the fluid stream as indicated
in Figure 2. The injection fitting is supplied with .25-in NPT threads. If necessary
drill a .44-in (11mm) diameter hole, and using care not to tap to deeply, tap for
.25-in NPT.
Mount
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4. Apply pipe tape to the injection fitting threads and install into piping system.
Figure 5: Ceramic-
Plastic
Sleeve
Do not remove the plastic sleeve on the tip of the fitting; it is a functional
part (See Figure 4).
CAUTION: Inspect the piping system and eliminate piping cross-connections to
prevent feeding chemi cal to areas not ne edi n g treatm ent.
To install tubing remove the compression fitting’s coupling nut and slide onto
tubing. Place tubing onto fitting and hand tighten the coupling nut. NOTE:
Immerse tubing in hot water to soften prior to pushing on to fitting. Hand-tighten
only, do not use wrenches.
Figure 4: Injector valve
5. Referring to Figure 5, slide ceramic strainer weight on
suction tubing first, then remove the coupling nut from the
strainer and slide onto tubing. Next, pus h the end o f the
tubing onto the strainer and hand tighten the coupling nut.
Hand-tighten only, do not use wrenches. Note: Immerse
tubing in hot water to soften prior to pushing on fitting.
6. Install the strainer so it is off the bottom of the chemical
container 1 to 2-inches (25-50mm) and measure suction
tubing length required. Cut tubing ends square and install on
suction fitting of the pump. Hand-tig hte n onl y, do not use
wrenches.
Weighted Strainer
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5. Operation
WARNING: Always make sure the voltage on the pump data plate matches the
installation voltage before plugging the pump into a wall outlet or hooking up to
an electrical supply. If you are unsure, have a licensed electrician inspect and
install your pump.
5.1. Fixed and Adjustable Spe e d Pumps
CAUTION: Before plugging your pump into a wall outlet, take a moment and
locate the control panel of your pump. The control panel is located on top of the
pump underneath a removable clear polycarbonate rain guard. A simple thumb
screw secures the rain guard to the pump; its removal allows access to the
control panel. Both fixed and adjustable speed pumps are equipped with a 3position rocker switch mounted in the center of the control panel. Verify the
switch in is the neutral or off-position before plugging your pump into a wall
receptacle. (see Figure 6) Note that the image shown is for the Adjustable pump,
the Fixed-Speed pump comes with the 3-way rocker switch, only.
As previously mentioned, the rocker switch has three positions. The off-position
is the middle or neutral position of the switch. The switch also provides a
momentary-on function. By depressing and holding the switch toward the pump
head (100%), the pump becomes energized. Upon releasing the switch, the
rocker returns to the neutral , or off-position and pump operation ceases. This
function is very useful when priming and/or replacing worn tubing in the pump.
To turn the pump on, depress the rocker switch away from the pump head
(switch position “|”). The switch locks in place and t he pu mp beco m es ener g i z ed
– see Figure 6 for spec ific funct ions. To turn the pump off (switch position “O”),
return the rocker switch to the middle or neutral position.
5.2. Adjustable Rate Pumps
If you purchased a pump with the adjustable feed-rate option, the control panel
on your pump includes a control knob that adjusts the pump on/off cycl e time.
Rates are infinit el y adjust able from 5% to 100% -- see Figure 6 for an ill ust r ati o n.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE THE CONTROL KNOB SET TO 0% TO TURN T HE
PUMP OFF: ALWAYS TURN THE PUMP OFF AT THE ROCKER SWITCH.
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