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2.

Set a stop delay.
This will prevent the pump from starting and stopping too
frequently.

6.11 Multipump settings

The control unit enables start and stop of the two pumps alternately.
The pump with the lowest number of running hours is always
started first. The function ensures that the running hours of the
pumps are the same.
It is possible to set a time delay before the next pump is started.

6.11.1 Setting the multipump settings with Grundfos GO

Remote

1.

Go to 

Settings

 > 

Multi pump settings

.

2.

Set 

Inter pump delay

.

This is the starting delay between the pumps ensuring that they
do not start at the same time.

3.

Set 

Max number of running pumps

.

This is the maximum number of pumps that are allowed to run
at the same time.
a. When the number is set to 1, it is possible to set the nominal

pump current to 12 A (IEC) or 9.6 A (UL).

b. When the number is set to 2, it is possible to set the nominal

pump current to 9 A (IEC) or 7.6 A (UL).

6.12 Antiseizing

The 

Anti-seizing

 function prevents a pump from choking or seizing

up as a result of deposits buildup. 

Anti-seizing

 is used in pits that

have had no inlet flow for a long period. The 

Anti-seizing

 function

ensures that the pump starts as often as set in 

Anti-seizing

 > >

Interval

. The pump will operate for the number of seconds

indicated by the user.

6.12.1 Setting the "Anti-seizing" function with Grundfos GO

Remote

1.

Go to 

Settings

 > 

Anti-seizing

.

2.

Set the function to 

Enabled

.

3.

Set the time interval.

4.

Set the operating time.

6.13 Signal-detection time

The signal-detection time is the minimum time a level has to be
active before the control unit initiates an action, such as starting or
stopping a pump.

6.13.1 Setting the signal-detection time with Grundfos GO

Remote

1.

Go to 

Settings

 > 

Level control

 > 

Signal detection time

.

2.

Set the signal-detection time.

6.14 Setting the maximum number of restarts with

Grundfos GO Remote

If the pump is seized up as a result of deposits buildup, it will be
stopped automatically due to overheating, provided that the motor
protection has been set. When the motor has cooled down, the
control unit will unsuccessfully try to restart the pump and this
scenario will be repeated.
In order to prevent this, it is possible to set a maximum number of
restart attempts within a set interval.
1.

Go to 

Settings

 > 

Max number of restarts

.

2.

Enable the function.

3.

Set the interval within which the allowed number of restarts are
to be counted.

4.

Set the maximum number of pump restarts which are allowed
during the set interval.

Related information

6.17.4 Setting the motor protection with Grundfos GO Remote 

6.17.1 Overheat protection

6.17.2 Overload protection

8.3 Code 4 (Too many motor restarts)

6.15 Setting the service interval with Grundfos GO

Remote

You can set a time in Grundfos GO Remote in order to get a
reminder that the pump needs service when the time comes.
1.

Go to 

Settings

 > 

Service

 > 

State

2.

Select 

Enable

 and press 

OK

.

3.

Select the pump.

4.

Enter the number of hours until next service and press 

OK

.

6.16 Operating the product

6.16.1 Automatic operation

In automatic operating mode, the control unit starts and stops the
pump based on the signals it receives from the connected level
sensors and the corresponding level settings within the control unit.

Related information

4.4 Application types

6.16.2 Manual operation

6.16.2.1 Starting and stopping the pump manually with

Grundfos GO Remote 

1.

Go to 

Settings

 > 

Control, pump 1

 or 

Control, pump 2

.

2.

Start the pump by selecting 

On

 and pressing 

OK

.

3.

Stop the pump by selecting 

Off

 and pressing 

OK

.

Related information

6.16.2.3 Choosing what the pump must do after manual start

6.16.2.2 Starting and stopping the pump manually with the

operating panel 

1.

To start a pump manually, press and hold the 

Pump

 button until

the pump starts.
The 

On

 indicator light is lit when the pump is operating in

manual mode.

2.

Stop the pump by pressing the 

Pump

 button.

The 

Off

 indicator light is lit when the pump is stopped.

Related information

6.16.2.3 Choosing what the pump must do after manual start

6.16.2.3 Choosing what the pump must do after manual start

The following can be configured:

Automatic return

Here you select if the pump must automatically return to a
defined operating mode when the manual start ends.

Return to

Here you select whether the pump must return to automatic
operating mode or stop when the manual start ends and

Automatic return

 has been enabled.

Forced start time

Here you set the time period in which the pump must run in
manual operating mode.

1.

Go to 

Settings

 > 

Manual start

.

2.

Select 

Automatic return

 and choose one of the following

options:

Disabled

Enabled

.

3.

Go one step back in the menu and select 

Return to

.

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Summary of Contents for LC 231

Page 1: ...LC 231 Dual pump unit Installation and operating instructions LC 231 dual pump unit Installation and operating instructions Other languages http net grundfos com qr i 99480674 GRUNDFOS INSTRUCTIONS...

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Page 3: ...Magyar HU Telep t si s zemeltet si utas t s 243 Italiano IT Istruzioni di installazione e funzionamento 264 Lietuvi kai LT rengimo ir naudojimo instrukcija 286 Latvie u LV Uzst d anas un ekspluat cija...

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Page 5: ...e product 20 8 1 Overview of alarm and warning codes 20 8 2 Code 2 Power phase missing 20 8 3 Code 4 Too many motor restarts 21 8 4 Code 9 Power phase sequence wrong 21 8 5 Code 12 Service needed 21 8...

Page 6: ...Connecting the pump supply and power supply 2 2 2 Removing the front cover The front cover must be removed to make any connections or to install the Communication Interface Module CIM Use an antistati...

Page 7: ...nnections Use an antistatic service kit when handling electronic components This prevents static electricity from damaging the components 1 Loosen the screws and remove the front cover Be careful not...

Page 8: ...s Do not add additional components other than those illustrated on the wiring diagram Do not use unused pin holes for other connections All cable glands and plugs must be mounted after the installatio...

Page 9: ...L2 L3 L1 PE N N N L2 L3 L1 N B A B A PE PE PE PTC1 PTC2 T2 T3 T1 T2 T3 T1 M1 M2 TM070126 Three phase connections for two pumps L2 L3 L1 PE N N L2 L3 L1 B A B A PE PE PE PTC1 PTC2 T2 T3 T1 T2 T3 T1 M1...

Page 10: ...vel 1 Loosen the screws and remove the front cover Be careful not to damage the cable between the front cover and the back cover 2 Lead the wires through one of the cable glands 3 Depending on the typ...

Page 11: ...ter level 8 25 Code 205 Level switch inconsistency 3 7 Testing the product When you have made all the electrical installations and completed the startup wizard you can test the system For emptying app...

Page 12: ...ill 1 2 3 4 5 TM0713351 Designation Description 1 High level 2 Stop level 3 Start level P1 start level for pump 1 4 Start level P2 start level for pump 2 5 Dry running level In the filling application...

Page 13: ...t 5 Version number and material number 6 Production code year and week 7 Serial number 8 IC only for UL variants 9 FCC text only for UL variants 10 FCC ID only for UL variants 11 Factory code 12 IP cl...

Page 14: ...ements to avoid malfunction 6 1 Setting the application type with Grundfos GO Remote 1 Go to Settings Level control Application type 2 Select the type Empty Fill Related information 3 3 Startup wizard...

Page 15: ...artly empty the pit The after run delay should be set so that the pump stops at the normal stop level to avoid dry running In case of an error the product reports error 165 Signal fault or error 205 L...

Page 16: ...empts within a set interval 1 Go to Settings Max number of restarts 2 Enable the function 3 Set the interval within which the allowed number of restarts are to be counted 4 Set the maximum number of p...

Page 17: ...to its normal stage when the temperature has dropped to its trigger level If there is moisture in the pump then the moisture sensor will keep the series connection open until the pump is opened and se...

Page 18: ...te the warning Contactor wear out appears When 100 of the estimated wear out for the contactor is reached the alarm code 220 Contactor wear out appears on the operating panel and the controller will n...

Page 19: ...onics Network Intercommunications bus is a fieldbus developed by Grundfos to meet the need for data transfer in all typical Grundfos motor or pump applications Grundfos devices with GENIbus can be wir...

Page 20: ...itch off the power supply before you start any work on the product Make sure that the power supply cannot be switched on accidentally Fault finding and fault correction must be carried out by qualifie...

Page 21: ...Wrong configuration Alarm code 25 is shown on the display The alarm symbol on the display turns red and the pump stops Alarm code Wrong configuration is displayed in Grundfos GO Remote Cause The leve...

Page 22: ...shown on the display The alarm symbol on the display turns red and the pump stops Alarm code Drive unit communication fault is displayed in Grundfos GO Remote Cause Internal communication fault Remedy...

Page 23: ...e Change the sensor if needed Related information 6 6 1 Setting the after run delay high level 8 23 Code 181 Signal fault PTC input Alarm code 181 is shown on the display The alarm symbol on the displ...

Page 24: ...1 7 6 DOL PI 7 6 A2 and 40 C 104 F 1 When the maximum number of running pumps is set to 1 it is possible to set the nominal pump current to 12 A 2 When the maximum number of running pumps is set to 1...

Page 25: ...2 3 2 Protection of controller and supply cables 7 2 Replacing the battery 10 Disposing of the product This product or parts of it must be disposed of in an environmentally sound way 1 Use the public...

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