Oase ProMax Garden Automatic Switch Instruction Manual

Oase ProMax Garden Automatic Switch

⚠ WARNING

• This unit can be used by children aged 8 and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the unit in a safe way and they understand the hazards involved. Do not allow children to play with the unit. Only allow children to carry out cleaning and user maintenance under supervisi

Safety information

Electrical connection

•  Special regulations apply for electrical installation in outdoor spaces. Only a qualified electrician may perform the electrical installation.
  – The qualified electrician has the necessary professional training, knowledge and experience to perform electrical installation in outdoor spaces. The electrician can detect potential  dangers and knows how to adhere to regional and national standards, regulations and directives.
  – For your own safety, please consult a qualified electrician.

• Only connect the unit if the electrical data of the unit and the power supply match.

• Only plug the unit into a correctly installed outlet. Ensure that the unit is fused for a rated fault current of max. 30 mA by means of a fault current protection device.

• Extension cables and power distributors (e.g. outlet strips) must be suitable for outdoor use (splash-proof).

• Protect open plugs and sockets from moisture.

Safe operation

• Do not use the unit, if electrical lines or the housing are damaged.
• If a power connection cable is damaged, have it immediately replaced by OASE, an authorised customer service or a qualified electrician to prevent electric shock.
• Do not carry or pull the unit by its power cable.
• Route lines in such a way that they are protected from damage and do not present a tripping hazard.
• Never carry out technical changes to the unit.
• Only carry out work on the unit that is described in this manual.
• Only use original spare parts and accessories.

Product Description

Overview

1. Power supply for the pump
2. Outlet AG
3. Power connection cable
4. Pressure gauge
5. Inlet (can be rotated)
6. Adapter
7. START button
8. Dry run indicator lamp, red
9. Operating indicator lamp, green

Symbols on the unit

| The unit is protected against the ingress of splash water.
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| Use the device indoors only.
| Do not dispose of the unit with normal household waste.
| Read the operating instructions.

Installation and connection

NOTE

Excessive water pressure in the system will damage the unit.

• Ensure that the distance from the highest water withdrawal point does not exceed 15 m.
• Ensure that the system pressure does not exceed 10 bar.
• Adhere to the maximum permissible pump pressure. It may be less than 10 bar

The unit can be connected horizontally or vertically at any point between the pressure connection of a garden pump, deep well pump or submersible pressure pump and the first water withdrawal point (e.g. washing machine).

• Recommendation: Fit directly to the pressure connection of the pump. Use an adapter.
  

How to proceed:

1. Screw the adapter onto the pump.
   – Ensure that the O-ring is correctly seated.

2. Screw the unit onto the adapter.
   – When fitting, ensure that the arrow on the cover and the outlet of the unit point in the direction of the water flow.

3. Connect the unit to the downstream line

NOTE
Ensure that all connection lines are completely leak-tight, as leaking lines can impair the function of the system and lead to damage.

• Use a suitable sealant to seal the threads of the lines and the connection to the pump.
• Overtightening of plastic screw connections can lead to damage. Do not apply excessive force.

Operation

Starting up the unit

It is necessary to fill the pump and expel the air from the suction line before using. It can take several minutes to expel air from the suction line.
How to proceed:

• Completely fill the pump and suction line. (Pump operating manual)

1.  Connect the power plug of the pump with the socket of the ProMax Garden Automatic Switch.

2. Plug the power plug of the ProMax Garden Automatic Switch into the socket.
   – The indicator lamp ON lights up green.
   – The unit is now operational.

3. Switch on the pump and press the START PUMP button on the ProMax Garden Automatic Switch.
   – The ProMax Garden Automatic Switch activates the pump for approx. 15 seconds.

4. After automatic shut-down of the pump, open the highest water withdrawal point.
   – The ProMax Garden Automatic Switch switches the pump back on again.

5. Close the water withdrawal point when water flows out evenly.
   – Start-up is complete.

If no water is pumped:

• Let the pump run for longer than the time determined by ProMax Garden Automatic
  Switch. To do so, hold the START PUMP button until the pump priming process is complete and water is pumped.

• If no water is pumped even after approximately one minute: Disconnect ProMax Garden Automatic Switch from the power grid and repeat the start-up process.

 Interruption of operation and restarting

If the pump runs dry or there is insufficient water,

• the ProMax Garden Automatic Switch will switch off the pump,
• the indicator lamp ERROR lights up red.
• automatic activation of the pump will be prevented. To restart operation:
• Eliminate the cause of the shut-down.
• Press the START PUMP button.

 Taking the unit out of operation

WARNING
Risk of severe injuries or death by electric shock.

• Disconnect the pump and ProMax Garden Automatic Switch from the power supply before working on the unit.

CAUTION

• The lines are pressurized. Risk of injury caused by the water jet spurting out. Damage to the unit due to leaking water. Prior to starting work: Open the water withdrawal point to depressurize the system.
• Measures after completing the work:

How to proceed:

1. Pull the power plug of the ProMax Garden Automatic Switch.
2. Pull the power plug of the pump.
3. Depressurise the pressure line by opening a withdrawal point.
4. Also open any non-return valves fitted in the suction line.
   – When the pump is switched off, residual water in the hose may flow back and out of the pump intake.
   If the pump is to be completely removed:
   Proceed according to the pump operating manual.

Changing the cut-in pressure

WARNING
Risk of severe injuries or death by electric shock.

• This work may only be performed by a qualified electrician.
• Disconnect the pump and ProMax Garden Automatic Switch from the power supply before working on the unit.
• Measures after completing the work:

How to proceed:

• Observe the characteristic curve when adjusting the cut-in pressure.

1.  Unscrew the housing and remove the cover.
2.  Change the pressure setting by turning the adjusting screw with a screwdriver Observe the pressure characteristic curve.
3. Refit the housing cover and start up the unit again.
4. Read off the pressure at the pressure gauge and correct the pressure setting again if necessary.

The switch-off pressure is not adjustable and depends on the pump used in the system.

Maintenance and cleaning

NOTE
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solutions. These agents can damage the housing, impair the function of the device and harm animals, plants and the environment.

• Clean only the outside of the unit with a damp cloth.

Storage/winter protection

The unit is not frost-proof and has to be removed and put into storage if minus temperatures are expected.
How to correctly store the unit:

• Drain the water remaining in the unit, in the hoses, pipes and connections as much as possible.
• Thoroughly clean the unit.
• Check the unit for damage and replace damaged components.
• Store the unit in a dry and frost-free place.
• Protect open plug connections from moisture and dirt.

Malfunction remedy

Please note the instructions for malfunction repair in the operating manual of the pump used.

Pump does not start.

| The unit is switched off| Switch on the unit.
The pump is switched off| Switch on the pump.
Power supply interrupted| Check the electrical plug connections.
The fault current protection device has tripped| Switch off the unit and pump, and disconnect the power plug..
The unit is defective.| Then contact the OASE service.
The unit has switched off the pump due to lack of water. The dry run indicator lamp is lit red.| Remedy the cause of the lack of water (e.g. pump malfunction). Then press the START button on the unit to restart the pump.
Permissible height difference of 15 m between the unit and the water fixture/water withdrawal point is exceeded.| Correct the height difference
The pump is not delivering, or the delivered quantity is insufficient.

| Incorrect pressure setting in the unit| Correct the pressure setting in the unit.
The unit is installed against the water flow direction.| Carry out the installation correctly.

Technical data

ProMax Garden Automatic Switch

Disposal

NOTE
Do not dispose of this unit with household waste.

• Dispose of the unit by using the return system provided for this purpose.
• Should you have questions, please contact your local disposal company. They will give you information on how to correctly dispose of the unit.
• Render the unit unusable by cutting the cables.

OASE GmbH
Tecklenburger Straße 161
48477 Hörstel | Germany
+49 (0) 5454 80-0
+49 (0) 5454 80-9353
info@oase.com

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