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Inspect the exterior of the controller for loose fittings. Over time, vibration may cause some
fittings to loosen and air leaks to develop. If uncorrected, excess air consumption and shortened
controller life will result.
Verify that your solar panel is correctly positioned for maximum sunlight. Panels can be out of
place from either the wind, shade from tall structures near the panel, or sun position due to the
time of the year.
Yearly Maintenance
Turn off Sipper controller.
Remove and test the battery. Replace it if needed.
Replace the inline particle filters on the air lines if needed.
Contact Geotech for solar panel warranty confirmation and extension.
For technical assistance, call Geotech Environmental Equipment, Inc. at 1-800-833-7958.
Stainless Steel Pump and Skimmer
In order to provide a full and long service life, keep the Skimmer intake cartridge clear of debris or bio
growth. The floating intake cartridge on the Skimmer is the heart of the Sipper system. Therefore, the
intake cartridge (oleophilic/hydrophobic screen, float, float shaft, flexible intake hose and clamps)
should receive periodic thorough inspections. The floating height of the intake screen should always
stay above the waterline. The intake cartridge screen will not pass water unless:
1. The intake cartridge has risen to the top of its travel allowing water to rise above the top of the
cartridge (thus indicating that the system should be raised to a height at which the intake is
floating within
its 12” (30.5 cm) to 24” (61 cm) of working travel).
2. An inordinate amount of debris is allowed to build up on the surface of the screen.
3. A detergent (surfactant) contacts the screen. (
A detergent will “wet” the screen and allow water
to pass.)
If the screen is found to be clogged with debris or has been submerged in water, a gentle rinsing in
kerosene or gasoline is recommended. When the presence of detergents is suspected, samples should
be taken and tested.
Since the pump and Skimmer assembly must be removed from the well to perform maintenance on the
intake screen, such occasions should be used to carry out a general inspection of the entire assembly.
Use the maintenance procedures found in the Geotech Pump and Skimmer Assembly User Manual to
properly care for your pump and Skimmer assemblies.
Solar Panel
On Solar Sipper applications, it is important to keep all debris, dust and dirt from accumulating on the
solar panel surface. Clean the front surface of the solar panel as needed with mild soap and water.
DO
NOT use abrasive cleaners, solvents or pads.
Simply rinsing off the panel with clean, clear water will
usually suffice.
Summary of Contents for Solar Sipper
Page 1: ...Rev 10 12 2017 Part 16550176 Geotech Sipper Installation and Operation Manual...
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Page 16: ...13 Figure 2 5 Example of Tankfull Probe...
Page 23: ...20 Figure 3 1 Flowchart of User Interface Label...
Page 24: ...21 Figure 3 2 Example of Solar Sipper front panel...
Page 38: ...35 Section 8 System Schematics Figure 8 1 Solar Sipper Schematic...
Page 39: ...36 Figure 8 2 AC Sipper Schematic shown with optional Desiccant Dryers...
Page 40: ...37 Figure 8 3 8 Well Solar Sipper Internal Wiring Diagram...
Page 41: ...38 Figure 8 4 3 Well Solar Sipper Internal Wiring Diagram...
Page 45: ...42 Notes...