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1. Appropriate details for all of these items are contained in the following Installation and Operating Instructions Read these in their entirety before switching on this pump If you are uncertain about any of these Installation and Operating Instructions please contact your Davey dealer or the appropriate Davey office as listed on the back of this document 11 12 Congratulations on your purchase of a high quality Davey RainBank PRO pump set All components have been designed and manufactured to give trouble free reliable operation RainBank PRO PUMP SET 41 mmm Rainwater 8 2 See page 9 for standard installation drawing RainBank PRO pump set components VM pump and motor Base plate Check valve Discharge manifold Pressure gauge Pressure switch Isolation valve Flow switch Pressure tank 0 Dual check valve mains water entry 1 RainBank PRO control box cB CON Ore ON CONNECTION OF MAINS SCHEME OR TOWN WATER EP SUPPLY TO EITHER SUCTION OR DISCHARGE OF PUMP Most Water Supply Authorities have strict regulations regarding direct connection of I pumps to mains water supplies In most cases an isolating storage tank is required pt P between mains supply and pump Davey also recommend this method Directly applied mains pressure can exceed pump operating pressure and damage pump l Davey Water Products Pty Ltd c2. Installation and operating instructions are included with the product when purchased new They may also be found on our website
3. on MAINS WATER Mains water supply is in use RAINWATER Pumped rainwater is in use TANK LOW LEVEL Low level in water storage tank mains water will be in use PUMP FAULT Pump is in fault and mains water will be in use SOLENOID TEST While depressed mains water solenoid will open and pump will not run PUMP CONTROL Indicators LED indicators are used to display e POWER ON Mains power supply is on PUMP RUN Pump is operating LOW FLOW ALARM Water flow failure 60 second timer PUMP OVERLOAD Thermal overload on pump contactor has tripped FAULT RESET Resets the LOW FLOW fault PUMP MODE SELECT BUTTON AUTO Pump ready to operate from the control input devices OFF Pump selected to not operate MANUAL The pump will operate in manual mode for 21 2 minutes then the control panel will switch to AUTO RainBank PRO Single Phase Wiring Diagram 240V OV Ore A TddNS gya0r2 9 1 LIE z z z z z z z z zz z sgg PPE PEET E GIDNG IDS dN 23998 SNIVN 1V0 14 NAV IV H3LIAS HILIMS P ANVL MOI MO 14 JANSSIdd Qo A Y ZN UT og A RainBank PRO Three Phase Wiring Diagram 415V 1V0 14 Wav 19 HILIMS HILIMS g ANYL MOT MO 13 Janis S dad v OVA SIP A ddns N E c 1 dass l l l l l l l l l l l l l Seis ee ete eile leslie IDN3 10S dN HIVE SNIVN I A WV N Ut a B EL el IL 3139 1ND3 T dW d RainBank PRO Typi
4. AND FOOT VALVES Installations with flooded suction require a gate valve so water supply can be turned off for pump removal and servicing On installations with a suction lift a good quality foot valve with strainer is required It is not recommended to fit both a foot valve and the check valve in a suction lift installation Abrasive Materials The pumping of abrasive materials will cause damage to the pressure system which will then not be covered by the guarantee FOR AUTOMATIC PRESSURE PUMPS INSTALLED WITH A MAINS PRESSURE HOT WATER SYSTEM To protect your system from damage caused by back pressure from hot water systems you should always have installed on the hot water inlet an approved non return valve PRIMING AND OPERATION 1 After installing pump set shut the discharge gate valve 2 Fill pump suction line and discharge assembly with water via the priming ports On flooded suction simply open suction gate valve to the pump set When full fit priming plugs and hand tighten firmly Ensure an outlet nearest to the pump is open Ensure all valves in the suction line are open Switch pump on and partially open the discharge gate valve Prime should be established almost immediately and a strong flow of water should be evident from the outlet Allow water to flow for approximately 20 seconds to expel air If little or no flow is evident from the outlet switch pump off at the power point and repeat from step 1 ensuring that the
5. DEPEND ON DAVEY WATER PRODUCTS Installation and Operating Instructions for QRAINBAN PRO To outlets Rainwater transport plugs amp associated seals from the suction and or NOTE Prior to installation remove the inlet and outlet pipe N discharge ports under pressure Under no circumstances should the RainBank PRO System or associated pipework be disassembled unless the internal pressure of the unit has been relieved Failure to observe this warning will expose persons to the possibility of personal injury and may also result in damage to the pump pipework or other property WARNING The RainBank PRO system and associated pipework operate WARNING Failure to follow these instructions and comply with all applicable codes may cause serious bodily injury and or property damage Please pass these instructions on to the operator of this equipment CONTENTS RainBank PRO PUMP SET COMPONENTS CONNECTION TO MAINS SUPPLY PRESSURE SWITCH TANK PRECHARGE CHOOSING A SITE Prior to using this pump you must ensure that The pump is installed in a safe and dry environment The pump enclosure has adequate drainage in the event of leakage Any transport plugs are removed The pipework is correctly sealed and supported The pump is primed correctly The power supply is correctly connected All steps have been taken for safe operation
6. Standard Tank kPa kPa kPa VM5 5 1 1 HP24 200 450 185 VM5 6 1 1 HP24 300 550 285 VM5 7 1 5 HP24 300 650 285 VM5 8 1 5 HP24 300 700 285 VM10 4 1 5 HP24 300 400 285 VM10 5 2 2 HP24 350 500 335 VM10 6 2 2 HP24 400 600 385 VM10 7 3 HP24 500 700 485 VM16 3 3 HP24 250 400 235 VM16 4 4 HP24 350 550 335 VM16 6 55 HP24 450 650 435 Standard settings Can be adjusted to suit site conditions 10 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHECK LIST A MOTOR RUNS WHEN SWITCHED ON BUT DOES NOT PUMP 1 2 3 4 5 Suction line and pump body not filled with water Air leaks in suction lines or suction pipe not under water Air trapped in suction lines also possible with flooded suction due to uneven rise in piping eliminate humps and hollows No water at source or water level too low Valve on suction line closed B PUMP SWITCHES ON AND OFF FREQUENTLY CYCLING O N Check that tank air pressure is correct Leaking taps float valves etc Check plumbing Leaking check valve foot valve Pressure Switch may require adjustment to cater for flooded suction installations consult your Davey dealer for advice C MOTOR DOESN T START WHEN SWITCHED ON 1 Power not connected 2 Supply voltage too low 3 4 Internal motor fault Motor not free to turn e g a jammed impeller NOTE For protection single phase motors up to 2 2kW are fitted with an automatic over temperature cut out Con
7. ailure If the installation is subject to electrical power surges or lightning we strongly recommend the use of suitable additional surge protection devices on ALL electrical equipment In accordance with AS NZS 60335 2 41 we are obliged to inform you that this appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons unless they have been adequately supervised by a responsible person to ensure that they can use the appliance safely D NOTE Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance PIPE CONNECTIONS For best performance use pipes at least the same diameter as the pump s inlet and delivery outlet opening Larger diameter pipe may be used to minimise resistance to flow when pumping longer distances Use unions at pipe connections to enable easy removal and servicing Use sufficient tape to ensure an airtight seal but don t over tighten To prevent strain on pump threads always support heavy inlet and outlet pipes If there is a likelihood that the water supply may contain solid particles such as pieces of plant or vegetable matter a suction strainer should be installed before the pump to avoid blocking of pump Lay suction pipe at a constant gradient to avoid air pockets which may reduce pump efficiency Ensure all connections are completely sealed using thread r NOTE Suction leaks are the largest cause of poor pump performance and are difficult to detect WHERE TO USE CHECK VALVES
8. annot accept responsibility for loss or damage resulting from incorrect or unauthorised installations PRESSURE SWITCH SETTINGS Your Davey RainBank PRO pump set should have the correct pressure switch setting for zero suction lift If your pump is installed on a suction lift you may need to adjust the pressure setting to suit Any adjustment of the pressure switch settings should be made according to the pump curve The cut out pressure should never be higher than 90 of the maximum pump shut head pressure OR higher than the maximum operating pressure for the pressure tank and the cut in pressure should be set within the pump curve For standard pressure switch settings refer to the table in the maintenance section of these instructions XMP12 Adjustments To adjust the cut out high pressure of the system turn the large dial 1 in the desired direction CW for higher pressure ACW for lower pressure To adjust the cut in low pressure of the system turn the smaller screw 2 in the desired direction ACW for higher pressure CW for lower pressure FLOW SWITCH SENSITIVITY ADJUSTMENT There are two methods of setting the point at which the F25 flow switch operates in relation to any given flow By far the most effective is careful trimming of the paddle length The second method should only be used to fine tune an installation There is a sensitivity adjusting screw located at the upstream end of the switch un
9. cal Installation yue sayemurey NOLLO3NNOO SNIVIN 3ATVA MOSH vna Z amva qlON31oS 9 HIMOd ATddNS SNIVW S 1vO14 WUVIV 13 31 MOT v HOLIMS MOTH 3dA1 31aQvd HOLIMS 3unss3ud Z TANVd JOHLNOO 1 Jes dund Oud 4uequiey SIINGOUd YILVM ASK AN CI NO GN4iddid MAINTENANCE The only regular attention your new pump set requires is to check the pressure tank s air charge every 6 months This can be checked at the air valve with a tyre gauge Do not charge tank to a higher pressure than 15 kPa below cut in pressure setting To check air pressure in tank 1 Switch off pump 2 Open outlet nearest to pump to release water pressure 3 Remove air valve cap from top of Supercell tank and charge tank to correct pressure using air pump and check with tyre gauge 4 Reprime system and switch on NOTE Your pump is designed to operate as an automatic pressure system The pressure tank will require a specific precharge air pressure dependent upon model While your pressure tank may have been precharged in manufacture the precharge pressure should be checked upon installation and every 6 months thereafter Follow the instructions on the tank As a guide the precharge settings are listed below Pressure Settings Pressure Settings Tank Cut in Cut out Pressure Pump Motor
10. der the end of the electrical housing This is accessible by removing the hexagon headed plug and adjustable using a broad bladed screwdriver As supplied the screw is wound fully in This setting makes the switch least sensitive to liquid impinging on the paddle The screw may be wound anticlockwise to increase the sensitivity That is to make the switch respond to lower flows or to a more smaller area of paddle eposed to the flow The screw should never be removed or wound out more than 6 full turns and never wound in beyond its stop The switch will not operate if the screw is removed TANK PRECHARGE The pressure tank fitted to your Davey pump set should be pre charged with air to a value of 15kPa below the cut in pressure For standard tank pressure settings refer to the table in the maintenance section on page 10 of these instructions CHOOSING A SITE Choose a site with a firm base and as close to the water source as possible with correct power supply Make sure your pressure pump is always connected to an adequate reliable source of clean water Housing your Davey Pump To protect your pump from the weather make sure the housing is both water proof and frost free and has adequate ventilation The pump set should be mounted on its base in a firm dry area allowing for drainage to avoid damage due to flooding etc that over time may occur from leaking pipe joints or pump seals WARNING Some insects such as small ants find electrica
11. ing directly or indirectly from Davey products This limitation does not apply to any liability of Davey for failure to comply with a consumer guarantee applicable to your Davey product under the Australian or New Zealand legislation and does not affect any rights or remedies that may be available to you under the Australian or New Zealand Consumer Legislation In Australia you are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure Should your Davey product require repair or service after the guarantee period contact your nearest Davey Dealer or phone the Davey Customer Service Centre on the number listed below For a complete list of Davey Dealers visit our website davey com au or call AUSTRALIA NEW ZEALAND DEPEND ON Customer Service Centre Customer Service Centre 6 Lakeview Drive 7 Rockridge Avenue DAVEY Scoresby Australia 3179 Penrose Auckland 1061 Ph 1300 367 866 Ph 0800 654 333 WATER PRODUCTS Fax 1300 369 119 Fax 09 527 7654 Website davey com au Website daveynz co nz Davey Water Products Pty Ltd Member of the GUD Group ABN 18 066 327 517 Davey is a registered trade mark of Davey Water Products Pty Ltd Davey Water Products Pty Ltd 2011 P N 401900 2 supersedes P N 401900 1
12. l devices attractive for various reasons If your pump enclosure is susceptible to insect infestation you should implement a suitable pest control plan POWER CONNECTION Only connect the pump set to the power supply designated on the pump and motor label Single phase pumps up to 1 5kW have a built in thermal overload and have been provided with a 10 amp cable and plug for connection to a standard power outlet Single phase 2 2kW pumps have a built in thermal overload and have been provided with a 15 amp cable and plug for connection to a standard 15 amp power outlet Do not use long extension leads as they cause substantial voltage drop poor pump performance and may cause motor overload The electrical connections and checks must be made by a qualified electrician and comply with applicable local standards Adjusted for site conditions i e suction 4 life or positive suction pressure ELECTRICAL POWER SURGE PROTECTION An electrical power surge or spike can travel along the supply lines and cause serious damage to your electrical equipment The RainBank PRO controller fitted to this system has a metal oxide varistor MOV fitted to help protect its circuit This MOV is a sacrificial device meaning that it is gradually damaged every time it takes a surge The MOV is not a lightning arrestor and may not protect the control unit if lightning or a very powerful surge hits the pump unit Degradation of the MOV is a non warrantable f
13. re is adequate supply of water available to the pump 8 Once water flow has been achieved shut the discharge isolation valve The pump should slowly build up pressure on the gauge and turn off at the appropriate cut out pressure 9 Check the pressure switch settings by opening and closing the discharge isolation valve slowly and reading pressure on the pressure gauge Adjust if necessary Refer section on pressure switch 10 To prime the discharge pipework partially open discharge isolation valve and then systematically open amp close all outlets on the system to expel the air within the discharge pipework om c N RainBank PRO Control Panel Operation FAINBANK community water savings PRO Mains O Water O Power ON pan O Water Tank Pump Low Level Fault O O MAINS RAIN WATER SWITCHING Solenoid Test O Power ON PUMP CONTROL O DEPEND ON O DAVEY Low Flow Alarm Pump WATER PRODUCTS Overload Pump Mode O Auto O off O Manual Fault Reset Access By Qualified Personnel Only A PIN 14477 ALARM FUNCTIONS AUDIO ALARM Will automatic mute after 5 minutes VISUAL ALARM and STROBE Will continue to function until the fault is corrected or the fault reset button is pressed The following explanations describe the RainBank PRO control panel and its operation MAINS RAIN WATER SWITCHING Indicators LED indicators are used to display POWER ON Mains power supply is
14. stant tripping of this overload device indicates a problem e g low voltage at pump excessive temperature above 40 C in pump enclosure WARNING Automatic resets may allow the pump to restart without warning Always disconnect the pump motor from the electrical supply before maintenance or repairs WARNING When servicing or attending the pump ALWAYS ensure power is switched off and lead unplugged Electrical connections should be serviced only by qualified persons If the electrical supply lead of this pressure system is damaged it must only be replaced by authorised Davey service personnel as special tools are required Care should also be taken when servicing or disassembling the pump to avoid possible injury from hot pressurised water Unplug pump relieve pressure by opening a tap on the discharge side of the pump and allow any hot water in the pump to cool before attempting to dismantle WARNING Do not use hydrocarbon based or hydrocarbon propelled sprays around the electrical components of this pump Davey Repair or Replacement Guarantee In the unlikely event in Australia or New Zealand that this Davey product develops any malfunction within two years of the date of original purchase due to faulty materials or manufacture Davey will at our option repair or replace it for you free of charge subject to the conditions below Should you experience any difficulties with your Davey product we suggest in the first instance that yo
15. u contact the Davey Dealer from which you purchased the Davey product Alternatively you can phone our Customer Service line on 1300 367 866 in Australia or 0800 654 333 in New Zealand or send a written letter to Davey at the address listed below On receipt of your claim Davey will seek to resolve your difficulties or if the product is faulty or defective advise you on how to have your Davey product repaired obtain a replacement or a refund Your Davey Two Year Guarantee naturally does not cover normal wear or tear replacement of product consumables i e mechanical seals bearings or capacitors loss or damage resulting from misuse or negligent handling improper use for which the product was not designed or advertised failure to properly follow the provided installation and operating instructions failure to carry out maintenance corrosive or abrasive water or other liquid lightning or high voltage spikes or unauthorized persons attempting repairs Where applicable your Davey product must only be connected to the voltage shown on the nameplate Your Davey Two Year Guarantee does not cover freight or any other costs incurred in making a claim Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase you MUST provide evidence of the date of original purchase when claiming under the Davey Two Year Guarantee Davey shall not be liable for any loss of profits or any consequential indirect or special loss damage or injury of any kind whatsoever aris
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