Storage, Frequency of Starts, Temperature Ratings, Flow Sleeve ..............................................................................3-4
CENTRIPRO 4" SUBMERSIBLE MOTOR DATA
Motor and Control Box Cross Reference Data .................................................................................................................5
Single-phase 2-wire Data ..........................................................................................................................................6-7, 10
Single-phase 3-wire Data .............................................................................................................................................. 8-10
4" Motor Wire Sizing Charts and Using Two Cable Sizes ......................................................................................11, 14
Three Phase 4" Motor Data .......................................................................................................................................12, 13
Single Phase 6” Motor Control Box Data ....................................................................................................................... 17
75º C Wire Charts For 6-10" CentriPro Motors .............................................................................................................. 18
1Ø CONTROL BOXES, 3Ø STARTERS, BALANCED FLOW CONTROLLER
Quick Disconnect 1Ø Control Box - Data, Parts and Wiring ....................................................................................... 19
Installing a Symcom Insider (Or Pumptec™) in a Control Box ...............................................................................20-21
MC and CSCR 1Ø Control Box - Data, Parts, Check-Out and Wiring .................................................................... 22-26
Aquavar SOLO Data ......................................................................................................................................................... 28
Aquavar SOLO and Balanced Flow Repair Parts .......................................................................................................... 29
Three Phase Motor Operation on VFD’s ........................................................................................................................ 30
Aquavar SOLO (Balanced Flow) Data Troubleshooting .........................................................................................31-34
Three Phase Unbalance ................................................................................................................................................... 41
Cost of Operation, Head and Pressure Equivalents ..................................................................................................... 43
Common Terms and Formulas ........................................................................................................................................ 45
Tank Selection ................................................................................................................................................................... 46
Jet Pump Motor Data and Electrical Components ....................................................................................................... 47
Jet Pump Motor Wiring A.O. Smith Motors ................................................................................................................... 48
Friction Loss ....................................................................................................................................................................... 49
Agency Listings and Logos .........................................................................................................................................50-51
ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL DATA IN THIS MANUAL
Although this is basically a Motor Manual our experience has proven that proper troubleshooting and motor
installation also requires well and pump information. To that end we have added non-typical technical data to
this manual to assist you in making informed, thorough troubleshooting and installation decisions. We hope you
nd these additions helpful.
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Residential Water Systems
MOTOR STORAGE
Water lubricated 4" motors are lled with a non-toxic, Propylene Glycol and water solution to prevent damage
from freezing temperatures. We recommend storing 4” motors where temperatures are above 0º F. If stored
in colder temperatures (down to -40º F) the ll solution will become slushy, in this case the motor should be
allowed to sit in the well for several minutes before operating. If stored in an area where temperatures range
from freezing to over 100º F some ll solution may be expelled from the motor. If the leakage appears signicant
we suggest installing (submerging) the motor for 10 minutes before starting to allow the check valve to do its job
and replace the lost uid.
Six inch and larger motors are protected from freezing to -22º F (-30º C). Checking instructions are in the 6" and
Larger Pump IOM.
When removing a used motor from a well it must be protected from freezing as it may have taken on well water
and no longer have enough propylene glycol in solution to prevent freezing.
Coolant Leakage — during storage or shipment, it is common for some coolant/uid to leak from the motors,
this should not be a concern. The ltered check valve will rell the motor upon submergence in a well. If leakage
appears extraordinary or you are concerned, please call the nearest factory customer service number found on
the back cover of this manual for checking instructions.
FREQUENCY OF STARTS
A one (1) minute minimum run cycle for pumps and motors up to 1.5 HP and two (2) minutes for 2 HP and larger
motors is recommended. Six inch and larger motors should have a minimum of 15 minutes between starts or
starting attempts to allow cooling. Motor, pressure switch, tank and pump life may be extended by limiting starts
per hour and per day. Proper tank sizing is critical to control pump cycle times. Excessive or rapid cycling creates
heat which can prematurely damage motors, switches and controls.
Motor Starting Frequency
HP
1/2 thru 3/4300300
1 thru 5100300
7.5 thru 3050100
40 and over-100
MOTOR INSTALLATION POSITION
Best service life is obtained when motors are installed in a vertical position. Installing in a horizontal position is
allowable. It is best if the shaft end is at least 15º higher than the bottom of the motor. This places some weight
on the thrust bearing which helps to prevent thrust bearing coast down wear as the motor slows down. When
installed in horizontal installations we recommend keeping starts to a minimum and maintaining back pressure
(head) on the system. Even when installed vertically, operating pumps at Open Discharge with little or no Head
(to the far right of the pump curve) may create excessive upward thrust which may damage the motor’s upthrust
bearing and internal pump parts – in applications with high static water levels or little system head always use a
throttling valve in the discharge line to create back pressure (head) on the pump and bearing.
Single-PhaseThree-Phase
Starts / 24hrStarts / 24hr
CONTROL BOX MOUNTING
Single phase submersible control boxes feature NEMA 3R enclosures for indoor or outdoor mounting. They
should be mounted in a vertical position as relay manufacturers recommend correct relay positioning for proper,
trouble-free operation.
Control boxes should be shaded from direct sunlight in areas where temperatures exceed 90º F as excessive
heat may shorten capacitor life. It is advisable to paint the enclosure white if outside in very hot, sunny climates.
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Residential Water Systems
MOTOR COOLING, TEMPERATURE AND TIME RATINGS
All 4 inch CentriPro motors may be operated continuously in water up to 86º F. Optimum
service life will be attained by maintaining a minimum ow rate past the motor of .25 feet
per second. Use a Flow Sleeve if velocity is below the .25’/sec, if the well is top feeding or
when the pump is used in a large body of water or large tank.
Six (6) inch canned design motors from 5 – 40 HP will operate in water up to 95º F (35º
C), without any de-rating of horsepower, with a minimum ow rate of .5 ft./sec. past the
motor. 6" – 50 HP and all 8" – 10" motors can operate in 77º F (25º C) water with .5'/sec
velocity past the motor.
One way to make a ow sleeve is to install a well seal above the pump discharge and
slip a piece of casing over the pump and afx it to the well seal. Drill three holes at 120º
intervals on the lower section of the casing and insert (3) screws and nuts through the
casing, just touching the motor. Tighten the nuts out against the casing. Insure that the
screws do not protrude out too far as you don’t want them catching on well joints.
PUMP COOLING AND LUBRICATION
In addition to motor cooling, another reason to maintain minimum ow rates is pump
lubrication. All manufacturers’, either on curves or in selection charts, show minimum
ows. This insures that rotating pump parts are properly lubricated to prolong service
life and reduce friction. A dead headed pump will super heat water very quickly, and hot
water has no lubricity.
CentriPro
FLOW SLEEVE
MINIMUM FLOW RATES FOR PROPER MOTOR COOLING
3.75" Diameter CP = 5.5" Dia. FE = 5.38" Dia. CP = 7.52" Dia.
Well or Sleeve 4" CP or FE Motor 6" CP Motor 6" FE Motor 8" CP Motor
Diameter (inches) .25'/sec .5'/sec. .5'/sec. .5'/sec.
2-WIRE MOTORS Identied by a - 01 Nameplate Order No. Sufx
As part of Faradyne Motors' continual improvement process we are pleased to introduce the 2 Wire Generation II motors
in April 2011. Our pump model numbers and motor order number will not change. The Motor Nameplate will have a new
Faradyne part number and the Goulds part number on the Motor Nameplate will have a - 01 sufx, example M05422 will be
M05422 - 01, only on the Motor Nameplate not in our catalog or price book.
The self-stick, Mylar motor data stickers we pack with 2 wire motors and complete pumps will be updated with the new
electrical data so that installers will know which motor is installed in the well should service work ever be necessary. Note that
the motor data is only needed to troubleshoot a motor in the well, i.e. resistance and amperage ratings or when installing a
variable speed drive system to set the overloads.
GENERATION II – 2-WIRE, 4" SINGLE PHASE ELECTRICAL DATA, 60 HERTZ, 3450 RPM
the next larger cable size than shown in the 230V charts. If using a 3-wire motor with control box on a low voltage application switch
to a 208V start relay. The 208V start relay order numbers are found on control box repair part charts in this manual.
Temperature Conversions: 20º C = 68º F, 30º C = 86º F, 60º C = 140º F, 75º C = 167º F, 90º C = 194º F
Residential Water Systems
Generation II – Released for sale in February/March 2012
Customers sometimes desire to use two or more wire sizes on a pump installation. This is acceptable as long as
the maximum cable length ratings are not exceeded. The data below describes how to safely accomplish the
task. The cable lengths in the wire sizing charts represent 100% of the allowable length for each wire size. Never
use more than 100% of any length shown in the table.
The Three-Wire, Single Phase Motor Wire Chart will be used in this example. See page 8.
Installation Data:
• 2 HP, 230V, 1Ø, 3-Wire Motor
• 150 Ft of #12 wire buried between the home (service entrance) and the well
• Pump is set at 340 feet
• Total wire length is 490 feet
Refer to 3-Wire Motor Lead Length Chart
• Select row for 2 HP, 230V, 1Ph Motor
• Maximum wire lengths are:
• #12 - 286’ • #10 - 456’ • # 8 - 722’
• Allowable Drop Cannot Exceed 100% of Any Length or Combination of Lengths
The existing 150 feet of #12 underground wire uses 150’/286’ = 52.4% of the allowable length.
100% - 52.4% = 47.6% of another wire available to use. Which wire will use ≤ 47.6% of its allowable length to
run 340’.
340’/456’ = 74.5% of #10 - 74.5% + 52.4% = 126.9% - over 100% is not allowable
340’/722’ = 47.1% of #8 - 47.1% + 52.4% = 99.5% which is allowable
On this application we can use 150’ of #12 with 340’ of #8.
The formula is: Actual Length 1
Maximum Allowed Maximum Allowed
Using this formula it is possible to size wire using 2 or more different wire sizes.
5-30 HP, 3 Phase 230 and 460 Motors have adjustable voltage feature, change voltage plugs to convert from 230V to 460V operation.
Spare Change Plug Order No's are: PLUG-230V or PLUG-460V