Usage instructions
Solar pump kit “Palermo plus”
These instructions relate ONLY to this product and contain important informa-
tion for using the product for the first time. Please keep these instructions for
later reference and should always accompany the product in the event of trans-
ference to a new user.
1. Introduction
Dear Costumer, thank you for purchasing the solar pump kit.
With this solar pump kit you purchased a product manufactured according to the cur-
rent state of technology.
This product fulfils all requirements of the valid European and national regula-
tions. The conformity was proved. The relevant declarations and documentati-
on are deposited with the manufacturer.
To maintain this state and guarantee a safe operation, you as the user will have to fol-
low this operating manual!
2. Safety Instructions
- In case of damages caused by not following
this operating manual, the warranty rights
will expire! We exclude liability for any
consequential damages!
- We exclude liability for property or
personal damages caused by inappropriate
handling or not following the safety instructions.
- In these cases any guarantee rights will expire.
Due to safety and admission reasons (CE) it is not allowed to arbitrarily reconstruct
and/or change the solar pump kit.
Therefore, please keep to the operating manual.
The accident prevention rules of the association of the industrial trade cooperative
association for electric plants and working material are to be considered in industrial
environments.
3. Proper use according to manufacturer
specifications
- The pump system is conceived for outdoor use in garden ponds. Depending on
the sunlight exposure on the solar module, the integrated rechargeable batteries
are charged and the pump forces the corresponding volume of water.
- Direct sunlight is required for the pump to function.
- During start-up, the integrated rechargeable batteries can be discharged
partially and the pump may not force any water in the Battery mode. Please
charge the batteries for a day in sunlight and keep the pump switched off
during the charging period.
- The pump system is extremely easy to install. No tool is required to install it. The
system requires full sunlight exposure on the solar module for the pump to start.
- The pump should not be used to pump drinking water.
- The output can be altered by attaching a regulator to the pump.
- The size of the rising pipe can be reduced to avoid a possible disturbing gurgling.
- To stop the pump safely, you must either switch the pump off or disconnect the
cable connection between the solar module and the pump.
4. Installation and start-up
The pump system consists of the following components:
1 piece solar module with rechargeable batteries, wall-, floor- and mast holder, 1
piece submersible pump in a plastic casing with 5 m connecting cable, 4 rising pipes
and 4 water nozzles.
1. Unwind the connecting cable of the pump fully.
2. Insert the rising pipes in the pump and then set one of the desired sprinklers on
the rising pipe.
3. Place the pump in the pool on a few stones. Avoid a location that is directly on the
pond floor, as far too much dirt is sucked in through the pump here and it gets pol-
luted very fast.
4. Now insert the plug of the pump into the socket at the end of the cable of the solar
module and screw the cap tightly.
Place the solar module in a sunny, shade-free place facing the south. The modu-
le can also be screwed to a wall, plugged into the earth with the help of a ground
spike or installed on a railing or a mast (see pictures).
Note:
Do not use force while inserting the plug into the socket. The front side of the
solar module can break.
Caution:
Risk of injury! A broken module cannot be repaired and must be disposed
of in an environment-friendly manner
Note:
For further installation instructions, please refer to the manual of the water
pump.
The solar pump system has different adjustment options and modes of opera-
tion. These can be set with the help of two slide switches located on the rear
side of the solar module.
Note:
Because of the higher operating voltage, the output of the pump is more in the
Direct mode without the batteries than in the Battery mode.
5. Replacing the rechargeable batteries
The capacity of the rechargeable batteries starts to decline after two years and they
must be replaced. The rechargeable batteries are available in the market or can be
purchased from the manufacturer.
1. Unscrew the three screws on the rear side of the solar module and remove the
cover.
2. Take out the rechargeable batteries from the holders.
3. Insert the new rechargeable batteries with correct polarity and shut the housing in
the reverse sequence.
Note:
Consumed rechargeable batteries must be disposed in an environment-friend-
ly manner and should not be disposed with household garbage. Your dealer is legal-
ly obliged to take back the old rechargeable batteries.
6. Care and maintenance
To maintain efficiency, the pump and its components must be washed with hot water,
depending on the level of water pollution.
Instructions on the care and maintenance of the pump can be taken from the
pump manual.
Wipe the solar module clean with a soft, light, slightly wet cloth occasionally.
Note:
Before starting work on the pump, please switch the system off or disconnect
the plug of the pump from the socket of the solar module.
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wall mounting
pole mounting
earth spike
Battery mode!
Pump runs in the battery mode. The in-built recharge-
able batteries are charged when there is abundant
sunlight. In shade, the pump is operated by the current
in the rechargeable batteries till the exhaustive-disch-
arge protection device switches off the pump!
Direct mode!
The pump runs directly, depending on the sunlight
exposure. The rechargeable batteries are not charged.
The pump does not function in shade or in areas
where the sunlight is inadequate.
Charging position!
The pump does not operate! The rechargeable batte-
ries are charged, depending on the sunlight exposure.
Off! (during winter)
Module and pump off! The rechargeable batteries are
not charged!
Switch positions:
OFF
1
0
OFF
1
0
OFF
1
0
OFF
1
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