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() ()('+*(.+*/)+*/1+*('++++++++++++(.*+*+*,-+*+*,-++*+*,-++*+*+0++*+*+0!" #$%&'Apricus Solar Collector Installation & Operation Manual - USA7. Closed Loop Pump Station InstallationNOTICEThe following instructions are specific to the Apricus Closed Loop Pump Station, which isdesigned for closed loop systems. If using another type of pump station please refer tospecific instructions provided by the manufacturer.7.1. Designa) The Apricus Closed Loop Pump Station (ACLPS) is specifically designed for use with the Apricus solarcollector in a closed loop format. It is NOT suitable for direct flow or drain-back systems.b) The ACLPS has the following key features:☀ 3 Speed Grundfos pump (integrated check valve)☀ Controller mounted directly into pump station☀ Purge and fill valve assembly in return line☀ Integrated automatic air remover☀ Controller mounted directly into pump station☀ Flow meter with built in balancing valve☀ 3/4” Quick connector push fittings☀ Pressure & temperature gauge☀ Supplied as standard with a 4.5 gallon expansion tank and mounting/connection assemblyFlow MeterIsolation ValveAir SeparatorTemp & PressureGaugePumpUPS 15-58 FCController75psi PressureRelief ValveGRUNDFOSDrain ValveIsolation ValveIsolationValveFill ValveQuick ConnectFittingsExpansion TankCopyright 2011 – Apricus Inc Doc: A7-05.4.1.4-PB-1.9 Page 62 of 126
7.2. Closed Loop Pump Station Technical DataApricus Solar Collector Installation & Operation Manual - USAPump Station FormatOverall DepthOverall HeightOverall WidthWeight (Empty)Solar ConnectionTank ConnectionPressure Relief Valve ConnectionPressure Relief Valve PressureMax. Operating PressureClosed Loop8.375” / 213 mm (With Insulated Cover)24.5” / 622 mm17.5” / 444 mm26 lb. / 11.8 kg.!” (%” OD copper) Quick Connect Fitting!” (%” OD copper) Quick Connect Fitting3/4” FPT75psi / 5.1bar50psi / 3.4barMax. Operating Temperature 230°F / 110°CCirculation PumpMax. Flow Rates (zero head pressure)Max. HeadFlow Meter RangeExpansion Tank Volume & WeightSystem VoltageAcceptable FluidsGrundfos UPS 15-58 FCHI=16.5gpm / MED=13.8gpm / LOW=10gpmHI=19 ft / MED=17.9 ft / LOW=13.5 ft0.5 – 4.0gpm4.5 gallon, 10 lbs / 4.54 kg (Watts ETX-30)120 VACWater, Solar Hi-temp, or 50/50% or weaker propylene glycol mix.Must be GRAS (non-toxic) if using single wall heat exchanger7.3. Unpackinga) Pull off front insulation casing - there are no screws or clips to undob) Check that the box contains ALL the materials listed below. Immediately report missing or damagedparts.QtyComponents1 Closed Loop Pump Station with Controller and Insulated Cover1Pump Station Mounting Kit(1 x 1 3/8” Steel Sleeve)(2 x 3” Wall Screws)(2 x 1 1/2” Wall Screws)(1 x 1” Wall Screws)(4 x 1 1/2” Wall Anchors)(4 x Washers)1 Solar Controller Collector Temperature Sensor (RED)2 Solar Controller Tank Temperature Sensor (Gray)1Solar Controller Data Log Kit(1 x 1GB SD Card)(1 x SD Card / USB Adapter)Copyright 2011 – Apricus Inc Doc: A7-05.4.1.4-PB-1.9 Page 63 of 126
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