TFC Group APUMPHE Tower Smart Band A Circulating Pump Instructions
- June 3, 2024
- TFC Group
Table of Contents
- TFC Group APUMPHE Tower Smart Band A Circulating Pump
- General
- Operating Conditions
- Installation
- Electrical Connection
- Control Panel
- Motor Pump Setting
- Motor Pump Setting and Performance
- Performance Curve
- Features
- Technical Parameters and Installation Dimensions
- Trouble-Shooting Schedule
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TFC Group APUMPHE Tower Smart Band A Circulating Pump
General
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The APUMPHE circulation pump is designed for use in domestic heating and hot water systems. The product is most applicable to the following systems;
- Stable and variable-flow heat supply systems
- Variable-temperature pipeline heat supply system
- Heat supply system with night mode
- HVAC system
- Industrial circulation system
- Domestic heating and domestic water supply system
This pump Is equipped with a permanent magnet motor and different hall pressure controller, capable or automatically & continuously adjusting motor performance to meet the actual needs of the system. The pump is equipped with a control panel on the front for easy operation by users.
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Advantages
Easy installation and start-up
Provided with self adaptive mode AUTO (Initial setting). In most cases, the
motor pump needs no adjustment and can be readily started and will adjust
automatically to meet the actual needs of the systems.
High-degree comfort
Low operational noise of motor pump and whole system.
Operating Conditions
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Ambient temperature: 0°C to + 40°C
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Relive humidity (RH) Maximum humidity: 95%
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Medium (liquid delivery) temperature Liquid delivery temperature: +2°C to +110°C
To avoid condensation in control box and the stator, the temperature of liquid pumped by the motor pump must always be higher than the ambient temperature. -
System Pressure
Maximum system pressure: 1.0MPa (10bar) -
Degree of Protection
IP44 -
Inlet Pressure
Liquid Temperature <85°C 90°C 110°C| | |
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Inlet Pressure| 0.05bar| 0.28bar| 1bar
0.5m head| 2.8m head| 10m head -
Pumping Liquid
The pumping liquid includes thin, clean, non-corrosive and non-explosive liquid which shall not contain any solid particles, fiber or mineral oil, and the pump must definitely note be used to pump inflammable liquid such as rapeseed oil and gasoline. If the pump is used in a place with relatively high viscosity, the pump has lower performance. So when choosing a pump, the viscosity of liquid must be taken into account.
Installation
When installing APUMPHE series circulation pump, the arrow on the motor pump
case indicates the flow director of liquid through the pump.
When installing the motor pump in the pipeline, the two gaskets supplied must
be installed at the inlet and outlet.
During the installation, the motor pump shanti must be horizontal.
Position of Junction Box
Changing Position of Junction Box
The junction box can be rotated in a step of 90°.
The procedures for changing the position of junction box are as follows;
- Close the valves at the inlet and outlet and release the pressure.
- Unscrew and remove the four socket head screws that fasten the pump body.
- Rotate the motor to the required position and align the four screw holes.
- Install the four socket head screws again and fasten them clockwise making sure they are fully tightened.
- Open the valves at the inlet and outlet.
Warning
Pumping liquid may be high-temperature and high-pressure; therefore, the
liquid in the system must be completely drained the valves on both sides of
motor pump must be closed before removing the socket head screws.
Thermal Insulation of Motor Pump Body
Note
Limiting the heat loss of motor pump body and pipeline.
Motor pump body and pipeline should be thermally insulated to reduce their
heat loss.
Caution
Do not insulate or cover the junction box and control panel.
Electrical Connection
Electrical connecting and protection shall comply with local codes and norms.
Warning
The motor pump must be earthed.
The motor pump must be connected to an external power switch, with 3mm minimum
contact gap in both poles.
- APUMPHE series circulation motor pump needs no protection from external motor.
- Check if the supply voltage and frequency are the same as parameters indicated on the nameplate of the motor pump.
- Connect the motor pump and power supply with the plug supplied together with the pump.
- Artier the power is supplied, the indicator lamp on the control panel is ON.
Control Panel
Controls on Control Panel
Position | Descriptions |
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1 | Indication lamp area of three operation modes set by motor pump |
2 | Bunion for setting operation modes of the motor pump |
Indication Lamp Area of Motor Pump Setting
APUMPHE series circulation motor pump has three settings which can be chosen with the button. The motor pump settings are indicated with three different indication lamp areas.
Button Times | Indication Lamp | Descriptions |
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A | AUTO (Initial Saying) | Self-adaptive (AUTO) |
1 | MAX | Constant speed curve, Velocity Max |
3 | MIN | Constant speed curve, Velocity Min |
Button for selecting motor pump settings
By pressing the button once at 2 seconds interval, the motor pump setting mode
will change to the next sequence.
A cycle is constituted of every three presses on the button.
Motor Pump Setting
Motor pump setting based on System Type
Initial setting = AUTO (Self-adaptive mode) Recommended and available pump
setting
- AUTO (Self Adaptive mode) can adjust the performance of motor pump based on the actual head demand of the system. Self adaptive mode adjusts over me to find the most effective setting, so before changing the motor pump setting, maintain AUTO (Self adaptive mode) setting for at least one week.
- If you select to change back to AUTO mode, the APUMPHE motor pump can memories its last setting in AUTO mode and continue adjusting the performance automatically.
- It may take several minutes or even hours to reach the optimal operation mode artier motor pump setting is changed from the optimal setting (the “Recommended above mention”) to one of the other optional setting. If the optimal setting of motor pump fails to enable each room to obtain desired heat distribution then you should change the motor pump setting to other settings.
- Please refer to Section 7.1 for the relations between pump setting and performance curve.
Motor Pump Setting and Performance
Relations between Pump Setting and Performance
Setting | Pump Characteristics | Functions |
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AUTO (initial setting) | Highest to Lowest Proportional Pressure Curve | AUTO |
function will automatically control the pump performance within the specified
scope;
Adjust pump performance based on system scale;
Adjust pump performance based on load variance within a period of time; Under
the AUTO mode, the pump will be set to proportional pressure control
Max| Velocity Max| It runs on the constant curve in a constant velocity. In
the velocity Max mode, the pump is set to work on the highest curve under all
working conditions.
Min| Velocity Min| It runs on the constant curve in a constant velocity. In
the velocity Min mode, the pump is set to work on the lowest curve under all
working conditions.
Performance Curve
Guide on Performance Curve
- Every setting of the motor pump has corresponding performance curve (Q/H curve). However AUTO (Self Adaptive Mode) mode covers just one performance curve.
- The input power curve (P1 curve) belongs to every Q/H curve. Power curve represents the power consumption of motor pump in given Q/H curve with Waits the unit.
- P1 value corresponds to the readings taken from the monitor of motor pump.
Curve Conditions
The followings are applicable to the performance specified in the APUMPHE series manual:
- Test liquid: air-free water.
- Applicable density of curve p=983.2 Kg/m³, and liquid temperature +60°C.
- All curves represent averaged value, and shall not be used as guarantee curve. If a specific performance is needed, then separate measuring shall be conducted.
- Velocity Max, Min curves have all been marked.
- The applicable Kinetic viscosity of the curve, u=0.474mm²/s (0.474CcST).
Performance Curve
Features
No | Descriptions |
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1 | Company Name (brand) |
2 | Pump Type |
3 | Number |
Serial number: the last four numbers
4| Power (Wati)| Minimum power input in minimum pattern
Minimum power input in maximum pattern
5| Electricity (ampere)| Minimum flow in minimum pattern
Minimum flow in maximum pattern
6| Maximum system load bearing (Mpa)
7| Certification Mark
8| Rotation direction
9| Highest Liquid Temperature
10| Protection Grade
11| Insulation Class
12| Energy Index
13| Frequency (Hz)
14| Voltage (V)
Notes:
- Read the installation manual carefully before installation and use.
- The manufacturer will not be liable for any personal injury, pump damage and other property damage due to failure to comply with safety warnings.
- The installers and operators must comply with local safety regulations.
- The user must confirm that only qualified personnel with professional certification and proficiency of this manual are permitted to install and maintain this product.
- The pump is rated IP44 and must not be installed in a place that is damp or may be splashed by water.
- For convenient access of maintenance, a shut-off valve shall be installed on each side of the pump.
- The power supply of the pump must be disconnected before installation and maintenance.
- For domestic hot water, copper or stainless steel pump body shall be used.
- In hard water areas use appropriate water treatment additives to prevent calcium deposits, which can block pipelines and / or the pump impeller.
- Do not start the pump without liquid.
- Some models are not suitable for drinking water.
- The liquid may be high-temperature and high-pressure; therefore, the liquid in the system must be completely drained or the shut-off valves on both sides must be closed before moving and dismantling the pump to prevent a burn hazard.
- If removing the exhaust bolt, high-temperature and high-pressure liquid will be released. Measures must be taken to safely contain any released liquid.
- Ventilation must be ensured in summer or high ambient temperature conditions to avoid condensation that may cause electrical malfunctions.
- If there is a risk of frost damage, install a frost protection thermostat, or drain down the system in order to avoid frost damage to the pump body.
- If the pump is loti unused for a long time, please close the pipe valve in the inlet and outlet of the pump an disconnect the power supply.
- If the flexible cord of cable is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified person.
- Please close the valve at the inlet of the pump and disconnect power of the pump immediately if overheating or abnormality of motor is detected, and contact your vendor or service center.
- If problem cannot be addressed according to the manual, please close the valves on the inlet and outlet of the pump immediately, cut off power supply and contact your vendor or service center immediately.
- This product shall be put in a place out of reach of children. Artier installation, take an isolation measures to avoid access of children.
- This product shall be stored in a dry, well ventilated and cool place under room temperature.
Warning
Failure to comply with this safety instruction may lead to personal injury
Caution
Failure to comply with this safety instruction may lead to equipment
malfunction or damage
Note
Note or instruction for easy and safe operations.
Technical Parameters and Installation Dimensions
Technical Parameters
Power Supply Voltage | 220V-240V, 50/60Hz, PE |
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Motor Protection | The pump needs no external protection |
Degree of Protection | IP 44 |
Insulation Class | H |
Relative Humidity | Maximum 95% |
System Load Bearing | 1.0 MPa |
Liquid Temperature | Minimum Inlet Pressure |
≤+85°C | 0.005 MPa |
≤+90°C | 0.028 MPa |
Suction Port Pressure | ≤+110°C |
EMC Standard | EN61000-3-2 and EN61000-3-3 / EN55014-1 and EN55014-2 |
Sound Pressure Class | The sound pressure level of pump is lower than 42dB (A) |
Ambient Temperature | 0°C to +40°C |
Temperature Grade | TF110 |
Surface Temperature | The maximum surface temperature is not higher than +125°C |
Liquid Temperature | +2°C to +110°C |
To prevent condensation in the junction box and rotor, the temperature of
pumping liquid of the motor pump must be always higher than the ambient
temperature.
For domestic hot water, it is suggested that water temperature should remain
below 65°C to reduce scaling.
Ambient Temperature (°C) | Liquid Temperature |
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Minimum (°C) | Maximum (°C) |
0 | 2 |
10 | 10 |
20 | 20 |
30 | 30 |
35 | 35 |
40 | 40 |
Installation Dimensions
Power (W)| Product Model| Material of Pump Body|
Dimension (mm)
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Cast Iron| Plastic| Copper| SS| L1| L2|
B1| B2| H1| H2| G
45| APUMPHE| | | | | 65| 130| 82| 130| 103| 130| 1 1/2”
Trouble-Shooting Schedule
Warning
Before conducting any maintenance and repair of the motor pump, ensue that
power supply has been cut off and will not be connected accidentally.
Symptom | Control Panel | Cause | Corrective Action |
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Motor pump cannot be started | Indication lamp ‘Off’ | Equipment fuse blown |
Replace the fuse
The circuit breaker of Current control or voltage control opens| Connect the
circuit breaker
Failure of pump motor| Return to factory maintenance
Blink 1 time| High voltage| Check whether power supply is in specified range
Blink 2 Blink 3 times| Under voltage| Check whether power supply is in
specified range
Blink 3 times| PCB component failure or Motor failure| Return to factory
maintenance
Blink 4 Blink 3 times| Missing phase protection| Return to factory maintenance
Blink 5 times| Rotor blocked| Remove the pump housing and clean the rotor
Blink 6 times| No water in pump| Open the valve & supply water to the pump