IXOM SolarBee SB5000PW, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...M Watercare Inc www ixomwatercare com 866 437 8076 watercare ixom com 2022 IXOM Watercare Inc www ixomwatercare com 866 437 8076 watercare ixom com O M_SB5000PW_10272_20220119 SolarBee SB5000PW Owner...

Page 2: ...20110 SolarBee SB5000PW Owner s Manual Safety 1 Operation 4 Site Preparation 5 Features 6 Assembly 15 Maintenance 33 Electrical 41 Troubleshooting 44 Parts Diagram 48 Dimension Drawing 49 Appendix 50...

Page 3: ...can avoid hazards by following these safety instructions and applying some ordinary common sense when operating or servicing this unit Keep in mind that full operator attention and alertness are requ...

Page 4: ...tive ELECTRICAL HAZARD WARNING THIS EQUIPMENT CONTAINS HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL SHOCK CAN CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY ONLY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL SHOULD ATTEMPT PLACEMENT OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF EL...

Page 5: ...all relative OSHA and local regulations while installing and performing any maintenance to the mixer circulation equipment Key OSHA Compliance Standards that must be followed and not limited to are 1...

Page 6: ...which energizes the drive system s controls and motor Excess solar energy is stored during the day and used during the night allowing the SolarBee to operate during the night without being connected...

Page 7: ...ollow at a later time once the reservoir is filled with water SANITARY REQUIREMENTS For potable water equipment installations it is very important to maintain sanitary conditions by properly disinfect...

Page 8: ...ird fouling The PV module is generally placed on a low profile structure which encloses the controller and battery The PV module is positioned so it faces the direction of best sunlight The low profil...

Page 9: ...shless motor There are 3 PV module connections located on the front face of the digital controller If the onshore power accessory was purchase a connection will be located on the right side face The o...

Page 10: ...rushless motor the two components need to be located close to one another This is the primary reason for having the motor controller located directly on the Machine All electronic connections on the M...

Page 11: ...g connects the brushless motor drive shaft to the impeller shaft The shaft coupling is located directly below the brushless motor and is made up of 3 main components These components are called the up...

Page 12: ...e is free to rotate on the shaft If the water should freeze around the machine the freeze sleeve will stand still frozen in by the ice but inside the plastic sleeve the impeller shaft will be turning...

Page 13: ...hine and the upper water layer leaving the dish The top lip of the distributor dish is set from 3 4 inch to 2 5 inches 2 cm to 6 4 cm Please refer to the table below for exact settings below the surfa...

Page 14: ...water horizontally into the hose The contact between the intake and the floor prevents the machine from rotating or moving out of place The machine naturally has a very small torque due to impeller r...

Page 15: ...ing damaged The turnbuckle is self locking Simply rotate the handle to expand or collapse the turnbuckle for dish depth adjustment It is important to check the distributor dish depth routinely The Mac...

Page 16: ...e floats are filled with a Polystyrene closed cell foam for long term buoyancy The floats have a uniquely designed shape to Minimize the interference with the water flow on the surface coming off the...

Page 17: ...following pages give detailed instructions on how to assemble different portions of the machine however the order in which the components are assembled may need to be altered based on the hatch size a...

Page 18: ...onent will fit through a hatch with clear unobstructed opening of at least 3 feet X 3 feet 0 92m X 0 92m STEP 5 Once these components are lowered through the hatch they can be reassembled using the op...

Page 19: ...p fitting it into the float arm Use the float pins to secure the float to the float arm STEP 5 Place hairpins in each float pin to secure it and prevent the pin from coming out STEP 6 Repeat Steps 1 t...

Page 20: ...LLED SB10000 WITH 15FT 4 5m OR LESS HOSE SB10000 WITH 15FT 4 5m OR LESS HOSE SB 7500 20FT 4 5m OR LESS HOSE SB 7500 20FT 4 5m OR LESS HOSE ALL SB5000 ALL SB5000 ALL SB2500 ALL SB2500 ALL POTABLE WATER...

Page 21: ...e the float arm and slip the narrow end with Float Arm Stems around the core unit leg Align the holes through the Float Arm Stems with the correct float arm connection hole determined from Step 1 STEP...

Page 22: ...nbuckle assembly is in place take the opposite end of the turnbuckle and slide it into the float arm assembly as shown in picture STEP 5 Align the hole through the shaft with the float arm assembly ho...

Page 23: ...Place one of the chain brackets over the square tubing with the wider side facing up and the opening facing outward STEP 4 Once the chain bracket is slid around the square tubing insert the M8 x 45mm...

Page 24: ...leg extension to the machine Core unit assembly using a set of two 5 16 inch x 2 inch 8mm x 51mm clevis pins STEP 5 Secure both pins using two hair pins STEP 6 Repeat steps 2 through 5 for each leg e...

Page 25: ...ut for each strainer leg STEP 3 Tighten all 4 bolts nuts using 13mm wrench and socket wrench STEP 4 Tilt or hoist the core unit assembly and slide the hose and intake plate assembly beneath the core u...

Page 26: ...her by bolting two flanges using four M8 x 20mm bolts STEP 3 Fasten one end of the hose assembly to bottom of top frame securing the flange to the top frame using four M8 x 20mm bolts STEP 4 Fasten op...

Page 27: ...Injection Hose Assembly 2022 IXOM Watercare Inc www ixomwatercare com 866 437 8076 watercare ixom com Equipment Assembly 458_10264_20220110 O M_SB5000PW_10272_20220119 25...

Page 28: ...ess the two halves together STEP 4 Install the screw clamp around the two coupling halves Tighten the screw clamp while making sure it is seated in the recessed groove which is centered on both coupli...

Page 29: ...l Box Installation Access Panel Installation Control Box Battery 4 Pipe Assembly Battery Tray Access Panels Hinges Crossbar 2022 IXOM Watercare Inc www ixomwatercare com 866 437 8076 watercare ixom co...

Page 30: ...Angle Bracket Triple Solar Panel Assembly Dual PV Brackets Attaching Single Solar Panel Attaching Dual Solar Panel Attaching Triple Solar Panel 2022 IXOM Watercare Inc www ixomwatercare com 866 437 8...

Page 31: ...2022 IXOM Watercare Inc www ixomwatercare com 866 437 8076 watercare ixom com Low Profile Stand Assembly Diagram Low Profile Stand Assembly 2194_10313_20220110 O M_SB5000PW_10272_20220119 29...

Page 32: ...il 4 Inch Stainless Coupling Detail SS Cord Grip Electrical and Chemical Injection Lines 4 PVC Pipe Cap with Set Screw 4 NPT SCH40 T316SS Pipe 2022 IXOM Watercare Inc www ixomwatercare com 866 437 807...

Page 33: ...t Roof Structure with Penetration Hole and Bolt Holes Rubber Gasket with Lexel Sealant See Inset B for placement of Sealant Fender Washer with Lexel Sealant M8 Nylock Nut Fender Washer M8 Bolt Inset A...

Page 34: ...E Fender Washer with Lexel Sealant M8 Nylock Nut Rubber Gasket with Lexel Sealant Procedural Steps 1 Use Coupling Flange as a template for center hole and at least 6 bolt holes and mark on roof 2 Make...

Page 35: ...first every time the Machine is inspected or having maintenance procedures performed It is strongly encouraged that anyone working on or near the machine follow these rules Wear a personal floatation...

Page 36: ...point rigging system connect to all three rigging points of the Machine Hoist the Machine by the three rigging points and slowly lower into the reservoir STEP 3 Tie as much of the hose up as possible...

Page 37: ...f a nickel or locating the notch on each chain bracket for machines having a hose If using the notch on each chain bracket the water level should be even with the appropriate notch see picture STEP 3...

Page 38: ...ute and at least 20 seconds This step is easier with two people one counting revolutions and the other keeping track of the time expired STEP 3 Quit counting revolutions and immediately observe how mu...

Page 39: ...T NOTE The battery weighs approximately 140 lbs and may require two people to handle STEP 5 Install new battery into position and connect battery lead back up to the battery terminal STEP 6 Refer to t...

Page 40: ...ry time the Machine is inspected or having maintenance procedures performed It is strongly encouraged that anyone working on or near the machine follow these rules Wear a personal floatation device St...

Page 41: ...nd STEP 2 Cover the entire machine including the hose and intake assembly using a heavy duty tarp Be sure to tuck the tarp under the machine to avoid any sand being collected on the machine in the cas...

Page 42: ...not get tangled on any objects STEP 7 The machine is now ready for the tank to be filled with water and be turned On Most customers feel that removing the machine circulation equipment is the best op...

Page 43: ...side Low Profile Inside of Reservoir Motor Power and SCADA Signals Motor Motor Controller Optional 120 VAC 60 HZ 2 0 AMPS 240 VAC 50 HZ 1 0 AMPS GRID POWER BACKUP OPTIONAL CONNECTED ON OPPOSITE FACE O...

Page 44: ...he red light blinking once followed by one yellow blink and one green If you miss this or are unsure you can repeat the previous steps If the update was not successful the red yellow and green lights...

Page 45: ...otor if needed Complete Power Up Procedure NO TOOLS REQUIRED STEP 1 2 Connect the motor controller to the motor and to the digital controller Be certain steps 1 2 have been completed before continuing...

Page 46: ...dication Use the information on the next two pages to proceed DC Voltage Check If a DC voltmeter is available the battery voltage can be measured off of the brainboard at the 3 pin connection white bl...

Page 47: ...e changing fuses Blown fuses may be difficult to observe so a continuity tester or new fuse should be used to confirm that the problem is not a blown fuse If your SolarBee has a fuse switch 20 Amp che...

Page 48: ...y Power Relay Grid Boost Option Only R R Y Y BL MCC RS 485 Zahn Board 7 5 Amp Fuse 36 VDC 12 VDC 20 Amp Fuse GR LED 12VDC Bat Volt Brain Board SN 36VDC Mot Volt Power Up and Power Down Sequence Power...

Page 49: ...and load being drawn from the battery This feature is automatically enabled when extended low sunlight conditions occur or battery reserve power is reduced This feature is commonly referred to as Fal...

Page 50: ...Cord 09 PN 20504500 14 Brushless Motor 10 PN 14285212 Battery Assembly 11 PN 18264150 Low Profile Stand 12 PN 18140025 Legs Large Frame 13 PN 26061620 16 x 20 NSF White Hose 14 PN 26283016 Intake Box...

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Page 52: ...Technical Data Sheets 2022 IXOM Watercare Inc www ixomwatercare com 866 437 8076 watercare ixom com Appendices Appendix Additional Component Information 10576_20220110 O M_SB5000PW_10272_20220119 50...

Page 53: ...ect drive no gearbox low voltage brushless D C motor Minimum Operating Depth At depths below 5 feet 1 5 m the impeller will be out of the water and the machine will stop circulating water No damage to...

Page 54: ...ssory SCADA options for other output formats may be available upon request SCADA Monitoring Accessories Additional SCADA monitoring accessories are available upon request These include but are not lim...

Page 55: ...SB Series A Box Wiring Schematic 2022 IXOM Watercare Inc www ixomwatercare com 866 437 8076 watercare ixom com Electrical Technical Data Sheet 2139_10473_20220110 O M_SB5000PW_10272_20220119 53...

Page 56: ...mp MC M Power Key MC Motor Controller BB Brain Board M Motor PV Photovoltaic Panel Communication RS485 RS232 BB MC GPS SCADA p 12VDC 12VDC 36VDC 36VDC PV1 PV2 PV3 36 VDC Converter CC BB Battery Aux Ou...

Page 57: ...232 DB9 male connection and follows Modbus RTU protocol Accessory SCADA options for other output formats may be available upon request SCADA Monitoring Accessories Additional SCADA monitoring accessor...

Page 58: ...SB Series B Box Wiring Schematic 2022 IXOM Watercare Inc www ixomwatercare com 866 437 8076 watercare ixom com Electrical Technical Data Sheet 2140_10474_20220110 O M_SB5000PW_10272_20220119 56...

Page 59: ...36VDC Motor 2 Trigger C C Aux Out 3 36VDC Converter 4 36VDC Power Supply 5 36VDC Power Supply 6 36VDC Converter 7 Trigger C C Ground 8 36VDC Motor Communication RS485 RS232 BB MC GPS SCADA Key MC Mot...

Page 60: ...tween bytes sent to SolarBee controller No greater than 20 milliseconds Time between commands sent to SolarBee controller At least 50 milliseconds Read Holding Register The SolarBee supports modbus Fu...

Page 61: ...Blink Green Healthy System 32 2 Blink Yellow Low Battery Healthy System 1 1 Blink Red AntiJam Sequence high current may self correct 256 1 Blink Green 1 Blink Yellow Acquiring GPS Satellite Signal Any...

Page 62: ...ting section or call Ixom Watercare Inc Customer Service at 866 437 8076 2022 IXOM Watercare Inc www ixomwatercare com 866 437 8076 watercare ixom com Technical Data Sheet SolarBee Standard SCADA Outp...

Page 63: ...d 3 1 9 GPS Comm and Analog OOR Error Bits 1 and 3 1 10 Charge Controller Comm and Analog OOR Error Bits 0 1 and 3 1 11 GPS Comm Charge Controller Comm and Analog OOR Error Bits 2 and 3 1 12 Motor Com...

Page 64: ...operly If the Charge Controller has the Auxiliary Output turned off this error is not displayed Priority 5 4X Red Charge Controller not communication properly Priority 6 1X Yellow Motor Current Visual...

Page 65: ...and labor warranty 14 Motor Specifications Size 14 inch 36cm diameter X 6 inch 15cm height Weight 75 lb 34 kg Housing Sealed 356 T6 Cast Aluminum Shaft Stainless Steel V ring seal Thrust Bearing L10...

Page 66: ...White 12VDC Power 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Eliminates internal shorts caused by shock vibration dendrite growth 2 Custom designed and manufactured to provide superior wicking characteristics for electrolyt...

Page 67: ...wear and tear If the factory s service crews performed the original on site placement and startup then this warranty also includes labor Where labor is included in lieu of sending a factory service cr...

Page 68: ...s i e cleaning basic troubleshooting and replacing minor parts If replacement parts are needed the factory will ship them out at no cost For more serious application and service issues Ixom will dispa...

Page 69: ...anada and the world Contact us today to discuss your water quality and service needs EVERYONE DESERVES GREAT CUSTOMER SUPPORT Ixom Watercare earns customer trust with unparalleled service start to fin...