WARNING
Please read this installation sheet fully and
carefully. The F40LC Digital Pump Controller is
a mains voltage device. Death or serious injury
may result if this product is not correctly installed
and used.
INTRODUCTION
The F40LC pump controller is a simple to use controller.
It is a microprocessor based integrated pressure and flow
device. It is designed for controlling the operation of a
pump and for protecting it against running dry.
WARNING
The F40LC Digital Pump Controller is water
resistant to IP67. The F40LC may present a shock
hazard and death or serious injury may result if
water enters its electrical housing. There are no
user serviceable parts in this pump controller.
Under no circumstances should the main
housing be opened. Warranty on this product is
automatically void if the sealed body screws are
opened.
IMPORTANT
This installation and usage information sheet must be
read with reference to the specific model controller being
installed. The power switching capacity and the pressure
rating of the controllers vary from model to model and it is
very important to understand the limitations of a specific
controller before installing it.
MODELS
SUPPLY VOLTAGE
240 = 220 TO 240VAC
CABLE
NO LETTER = 10Amp PLUG & PLAY
S = SINGLE CABLE 2M LONG WITH 4 CORES
F40-240LC-S
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
Supply F40-240-LC
220 to 250VAC 50Hz Single Phase
Ambient Temperature Range
1ºC to 50ºC
Liquid Temperature Range
1ºC to 60ºC
Ingress Protection Rating
IP67
Maximum Operating
Pressure
20 Bars (300 psi)
OPERATING RANGE
Start-up Timer
Automatic 10 seconds
Run-on Timer
Automatic 10 seconds
Restart Timer
Automatic, 4 attempts at
15 minute intervals
Pump Start Pressure Range
Adjustable 0 to 5 Bars in 16 steps
Maximum Starting Pressure
500kPa (72 psi)
Minimum Starting Pressure
33kPa (4.7 psi)
Recommended Pipe Sizes
25mm (1”) or larger
(There is no upper limit)
Maximum Switched Load
250VAC 50Hz 2.4kW (Motors up
to 3HP)
Operating Pressure Range,
Static or Dynamic
0 to 20 Bars (0 to 300 psi),
See note below
Burst Pressure
50 Bars (750 psi)
NOTE: The F40LC pump controller must NOT be used in hot water
applications (>60ºC). The F40LC pump controller is rated to
withstand water pressure to 20 Bars (300 psi) and must not be used
in applications where the static or dynamic pressure exceeds this
rating.
INSTALLATION
The F40LC is suitable for use in all cold water based
applications such as potable water, sea water, bore water,
chlorinated pool water, brackish water or filtered effluent.
A suitable location should be selected for the controller in
the delivery pipework of the pump. The controller should
be installed in a location that is away from both vibration
and heat, preferably out of direct exposure to the weather
and above any flood level. A 1” BSP socket, or threaded
pipe tee must be provided in the pipework to fit the
controller. The controller should be located on the topside
of a horizontal section of the pipework with a minimum of
2 diameters of straight pipe either side of the controller.
Under no circumstances mount the F40LC under a pipe
or close to valves, tees, bends or any other obstructions
likely to cause major turbulence in the flow. The F40LC
can be mounted in vertical pipework if required and flow
can pass either in an upward or downward direction.
In most installations the paddle of the F40LC will need to
be trimmed to suit the specific pipe tee in which it is to
be installed. The paddle of the controller needs a force
equivalent to 20 grams dead weight acting on it from the
flow in order to operate correctly. The force is generated
by water in motion pushing against the exposed area
of the paddle. The more area of paddle exposed to the
flow the more force available to actuate the controller. Be
INSTALLING AND USING
THE KELCO F40-240LC PUMP CONTROLLER
