PDS23 Plus Series
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Chapter 2 General Information
PDS23Plus solar pump controller is a variable speed motor drive designed to run
any IEC three-phase asynchronous motor. PDS23Plus solar pumping system
provides water to remote locations by converting high voltage, direct current from a
solar array into alternating current to run a standard three-phase asynchronous motor.
When solar power is not available, the controller can be switched to an alternate
three-phase AC input such as a generator, if available. The controller provides fault
detection, motor soft start, and speed control. The controller is designed to provide
these features with the plug and play ease of installation.
The PDS23Plus solar pump controller is designed with the high standard of
reliability expected of products. The controller attempts to drive the pump and motor
to deliver water even under adverse conditions, reducing output as necessary to
protect the system components from damage, and only shutting down in extreme
cases. Full operation is restored automatically whenever abnormal conditions
subside.
2.1 Inspection
Before you begin, receive and inspect the controller unit. Verify that the part number
is correct and that no damage has occurred during transit.
NOTE:
PDS23Plus solar pump controller is one component of the PDS23Plus solar
pumping system which has other two components, solar array and AC pump with
motor.
2.2 Descriptions and Features
The PDS23Plus solar pump controller is based on a standard PDS23Plus platform
controlling a standard three-phase asynchronous motor driving a pump powered by
a solar array or an optional AC generator backup.
