STREAMLINE INSTR-SFC16 Water Pump Controller Instruction Manual
- May 15, 2024
- Streamline
Table of Contents
STREAMLINE INSTR-SFC16 Water Pump Controller
Specifications
- Supply Voltage: 11 – 15 VDC
- Maximum Current: 15A
- Typical Drive Current: 8A
- Voltmeter Accuracy: +/- 100mV
- Enclosure Material: ABS
- Water Resistance: IP65
- Dimensions: 115 x 65 x 40 (mm)
- Working Temperature: 0 – 40 Deg C
Wiring
Connect the pump controller following the provided diagram. Remember to fit
the 10A fuse only after making all connections.
Operating Warnings
- Adjust flow settings carefully.
- Wire through the pump pressure switch for safety.
- Prime the system before use to avoid issues with air.
- Avoid setting the Cal value too high to prevent damage to the pump and controller.
Set Up Auto Calibrate
- Connect hose, pole, and brush to the pump.
- Turn on the controller by pressing the power button.
- Press up until the display shows 30.
- Press and hold the up and enter buttons to calibrate. CAL will be displayed.
- To select Auto Cal, press the down button until AUt is displayed. Press enter to start. Auto Cal starts from C99.
- After a few moments, the calculated CAL value (e.g. C50) will be displayed. Press enter to exit calibration.
The CAL value can be manually adjusted by repeating the above steps and using
the up or down button instead of AUt.
To enable or disable the low battery cut-off, press and hold the down and
enter buttons. Use the up or down button to select ON or OFF, then press enter
to save.
FAQ
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Q: Can this water pump controller work with air in the system?
A: No, this is a water pump controller and will not work with air in the system. Make sure to prime the system before use. -
Q: What happens if I set the Cal value too high?
A: Setting the Cal value too high can put extra strain on both the pump and controller in a dead-end situation, potentially leading to damage to both components.
Wiring
Connect the pump controller in accordance with this diagram.
NOTE : only fit the fuse once all connections are made
Important
The Fuse for this unit is a 10A Fuse. Make sure correct fuse is fitted in-line,
close to the battery end of the RED (positive) wire. Failure to do so will
result in damage to the unit.
Operating Warnings
Adjust the flow settings carefully. Repeated false dead-end detection indicates
that the Cal value should be increased (less sensitive).
For safety wire through the pump pressure switch. (The pressure switch can be
bypassed if absolutely necessary – the unit will protect itself under normal
conditions.)
This is a WATER PUMP controller: it will not work with air in the system.
Always prime the system before starting work. If air in the system causes
false dead-end detection, increase Cal value until air is removed.
Do not set the Cal value too high. Setting it higher than necessary places
extra strain on both the pump and the controller in a dead end situation. This
can result in damage to both the pump and your controller.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage | 11 – 15 VDC |
| Maximum Current | 15A |
| Typical Drive Current | 8A |
| Voltmeter Accuracy | + – 100mV |
| Enclosure Material | ABS |
| Water Resistance | IP65 |
| Dimensions | 115 x 65 x 40 (mm) |
| Working Temperature | 0 – 40 Deg C |
Important
Your battery is at risk of permanent damage if you disable low battery cut-off
and continue to use your controller for long periods when the battery voltage
has fallen below +10.5V.
Set Up Auto Calibrate
The CAL value can be adjusted manually by following the same steps and
adjusting the CAL value by pressing the up or down button instead of using
AUt.
To enable or disable the low battery cut-off* (that stops your pump when the
battery voltage is below 10.5V) press and hold the down and enter buttons.
Then use the up or down button to select ON or OFF. Press enter to save.
NOTE: ‘ON’ keeps your battery protected.
Operation
Auto Fill Additional Wiring
The controller constantly monitors the dead end detection and
low battery protection while in fill mode to protect the system. Connect the
pump controller in accordance with this diagram.
NOTE: only fit the fuse once all connections are made.
NOTE: solenoid wire pairs (grey/white/green/pink) must not be
shorted/connected together otherwise damage may occur to the controller and
invalidate the warranty.
Spring solenoid valves come fitted with grey wires and can be fitted either way
round.
Important
The Fuse for this unit is a 10A Fuse. Make sure correct fuse is fitted
inline, close to thebattery end of the RED (positive) wire. Failure to do so
will result in damage to the unit.
The controller has two filling modes
- One time fill (stops when the level switch activates/lifts)
- Fill on demand (refills every time the level switch drops)
To select the required filling mode press and hold the down and enter buttons. The controller will display the fill on demand (FOd) menu.
Press up or down to change between on and off. Off will set
the controller to ‘one time fill’. On will set the controller to ‘fill on
demand’.
Press enter to display the next setting. Fill Delay will only appear when FOd
is set to on.
Fdy is the time delay in minutes from the tank reaching full and the filling re-starting should the water level drop. You can set this delay from 0-10 minutes with the up and down buttons. Setting to ‘0’ turns the delay off. Press enter to set.
Auto Fill Operation
To start filling the tank (when FOd is off) press and hold the up and down
buttons. This will activate the solenoid valve allowing water to fill the tank
until the float switch detects that the tank is full.
The tank can be filled when the unit is on (even when pumping) or when the unit is turned off. While the solenoid valve is on and the tank is filling, the display will flash FIL.
To manually stop the tank filling press and hold the up and down buttons again. The display will stop showing FIL.
Fill on demand is effectively a tank level control that keeps the tank topped up to the level switch. The solenoid valve will be turned off if the unit detects a low battery (below +10.5V).
Controller Messages
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Streamline® Warranty
Streamline® Warranty
The warranty on all Machines and Equipment is for 1 year (12-months) from
RECORDED DATE OF PURCHASE.
THIS WARRANTY EXCLUDES NORMAL MAINTENANCE ITEMS, including but not limited to
HOSES, FILTERS, O-RINGS,
DIAPHRAGMS, VALVES, GASKETS,
CARBON BRUSHES and damage to motors and other components as a result of
failure to replace normal maintenance items. THIS LIST IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE.
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If Streamline® receives notice of such defects during the warranty period, Streamline®
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