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displays  “GF  FUSE  OPEN”  the  ground  fault  fuse  has  been  blown.    Check  your  system  for  ground 
loops and replace the fuse with a 500 VDC 1A rated fuse.  If this does not solve the issue, contact Sun 
Pumps for further assistance.      

 

7.

 

Check for proper dip switch settings on your controller. Switches 5, 6, and 8 must be in the off position 
for proper operation.   

 

8.

 

Check for proper controller input voltage.  A quick look at the controller display will verify the array 
voltage. If the pump is not running the display should be reading the array open circuit voltage, (Voc). 
Verify  that  this  voltage  is  below  the  maximum  input  voltage  allowed  for  your  controller  (Model 
Dependent See Table 1).   Check the Voc on the label on the back of the  solar  modules  and  multiply 
this figure times the number of modules that are connected in series. This number should be + - 10% of 
the display reading. If it is not then confirm all electrical terminations are tight and secure. Use a DC 
volt meter to check each solar module for proper open circuit voltage (Voc). One bad module will drop 
the voltage on the complete series string.  

 
 
PUMP IS RUNNING BUT THE OUTPUT IS LOW 

 
1.

 

Make sure you have full sun light at midday, that there are no clouds and no shadows on any part of 
the  array.  Then  verify  power  coming  out  of  the  controller.  Look  at  the  LCD  screen  and  read  the 
voltage, current and power. Check this against the pump chart for your specific application.  

 
2.

 

If  the  power  is  correct  for  your  pump  model  and  array  size  then  make  sure  the  pump  wires  are 
connected  to  the  proper  terminals.  If  two  wires  are  reversed  the  motor  will  be  running  in  reverse.  It 
may still pump but not at the full rated output. 

 

3.

 

If the wires are correct verify that your system does not have any leaks where water can be lost.  If you 
cannot determine the problem, contact Sun Pumps for further assistance.

 

 
 
PUMP DRAWS EXCESSIVE CURRENT 

(More than the rating of the pump, but less than the 

rating of the controller) 

 
1.

 

Check wiring diagram for proper connection. 

 
2.

 

Check for skinned wires or faulty underwater splice. 

 
3.

 

Check for locked motor armature.  With the pump out of the well, remove the pump end from the 
motor (if this is not feasible skip this step and contact Sun Pumps).  Allow the controller to attempt to 
start the motor.  If the motor still does not run. Contact the Sun Pumps for further assistance.   

 

Summary of Contents for SCP series

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ...ring 3 5 Figure 2 Control Panel Figure 3 Dip Switch Settings Controller Settings 3 6 Auxiliary Control Circuits 3 7 Remote Switch Output Power Limit Circuit Low Power Shut Down Circuit Low Water Shut...

Page 3: ...es controller or product damage and or personal injury may result Do not exceed the voltage rating of the controller Do not splash water on the controller especially when the cover is open Mount the c...

Page 4: ...rless DC motors No other applications or DC power sources are recommended or warranted unless written approval is provided by the SunPumps factory 3 0 Installation and Operation The following sections...

Page 5: ...he solar modules as specified by the National Electric Code Wire sized too small will cause a decreased output from the pump Keep the distance from the solar modules to the pump as short as possible R...

Page 6: ...valves are open and strainer pot temperature is cool to the touch then with extreme caution you can open the strainer lid Do not open the strainer pot lid while the pump in in operation Strainer Clea...

Page 7: ...ble or call your SunPumps dealer for assistance Wire gauge being too small will cause excessive voltage losses to the motor and will reduce the flow rate of the pump All other system equipment should...

Page 8: ...Figure 2 Controller Wiring Diagram...

Page 9: ...9 Connect the DC source supply positive the red conductor to one of the controller terminals labeled Positive on the Solar Array Input NOTE The power should be connected to a disconnect and it should...

Page 10: ...ic Turns pump off when terminals connect OFF 2 ON Low Water Cutoff Logic Turns pump on when terminals connect OFF 3 ON 10 Minute Delay Increases turn on delay to 10 minutes OFF 4 ON 30 Minute Delay In...

Page 11: ...tor speed control is for adjusting the flow rate of the pump There is also the low water cutoff low power shut down and over current protection circuits See each corresponding detailed description bel...

Page 12: ...troller program This timeout applies to remote switch and low water cutoff Low Power Shut Down Sensorless Low Water Cut Off Circuit LPLW The Low Power Shut Down Low Water Cut Off Circuit LPLW turns th...

Page 13: ...atch the flow rate of the pump to the production of the well 1 With the system installed and controller properly configured allow the pump to run at full power at mid day until the pump starts surging...

Page 14: ...lay Screens NOTE Dip switch 7 will freeze the display on the current screen If the system is powered up with switch 7 on the display will only show the SUNPUMPS INC screen Turn off switch 7 to unfreez...

Page 15: ...ote circuit or low water cutoff circuit is preventing the controller from running the pump Set the 1 and 2 dip switches to off and disconnect the remote switch and low water cutoff If the pump starts...

Page 16: ...complete series string PUMP IS RUNNING BUT THE OUTPUT IS LOW 1 Make sure you have full sun light at midday that there are no clouds and no shadows on any part of the array Then verify power coming ou...

Page 17: ...heet is a must Pump Model Number ____________________ Pump Serial Number ____________________ Motor Serial Number ____________________ Controller Model Number ____________________ Software Version ___...

Page 18: ...s or other loss or injury resulting from the use of a SunPumps product The purchaser s exclusive remedy shall be only as stated herein This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or imp...

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