ARAL C 3000 - Pump ASTRALPOOL - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	AstralPool
Model	ARAL C 3000
Product type	Pool pump
Electrical supply	230 V single-phase or 400 V three-phase depending on version
Electrical protection	30 mA differential circuit breaker, integrated thermal protection
Pipe connection	Screw connections with sealing gaskets
Pre-filter	Removable basket for trapping large particles
Priming	Manual by filling the pre-filter
Self-priming	Yes, after initial priming
Maximum water temperature	35 °C
Installation	Horizontal, preferably below water level
Routine maintenance	Regular cleaning of the pre-filter basket, checking seals
Drainage	Via drain plug, necessary in case of frost
Wear parts (estimated lifespan)	Seals and mechanical seal: 1 year, Bearings: 1 year
Noise level	Not specified
Dimensions	Not specified
Weight	Not specified
Standards	Compliant with standard HD 384.7.702 for swimming pools
Warranty	Not specified (consult the manufacturer)
Manual	44 pages, multilingual (FR, DE, EN, ES, IT, PT)

Frequently Asked Questions - ARAL C 3000 ASTRALPOOL

How to install the ARAL C 3000 pump?

Install the pump horizontally, preferably below water level. Connect the piping with the provided fittings, ensuring a 2% slope towards the pump to avoid air pockets. Fix the base to the ground with anchors.

How to prime the pump for the first time?

Remove the pre-filter cover, fill with water until it comes out of the suction pipe. Replace the basket and seal, then screw the cover back on. Check the motor rotation direction before starting.

What to do if the pump does not prime?

Check the tightness of the suction hose and the pre-filter cover. Ensure the motor rotation direction is correct (reverse two phases if necessary). Clean the pre-filter if clogged.

What is the required supply voltage?

The pump operates on 230 V single-phase or 400 V three-phase depending on the model. Check the nameplate. Use a 30 mA differential circuit breaker and a grounded outlet.

How to maintain the pump regularly?

Clean the pre-filter basket regularly to avoid pressure losses. Check every 100 operating hours: fixings, motor temperature, vibrations. If any anomaly, contact technical support.

What to do in case of frost?

Drain the pump by removing the drain plug. If the pump remains unused for a long time in a cold area, completely drain it to avoid frost damage.

What are the wear parts and their lifespan?

The seals and mechanical seal have an estimated lifespan of 1 year, as do the bearings. Replace them regularly to maintain performance.

Can I use the pump if people are in the pool?

No, it is prohibited to use the pump when people are in contact with the water. Follow this guideline to avoid any risk of electrocution.

How to disassemble the motor from the pump body?

Remove the screws that connect the motor assembly to the pump body. It is not necessary to disconnect the suction and discharge pipes.

What to do if the motor heats abnormally?

Stop the pump immediately. Check the electrical connections in the junction box, the tightness of the cables and the condition of the thermal protector. Contact technical support if the problem persists.

USER MANUAL ARAL C 3000 ASTRALPOOL

INSTALLATION AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE MANUAL MANUEL D'INSTALLATION ET MAINTENANCE GÉNÉRAL MANUAL DE INSTALLACION Y MANTENIMIENTO GENERAL MANUALE DI INSTALLAZIONE E MANUTENZIONE GENERALE ALLGEMEINES INSTALLATIONS- UND MONTAGEARBEITEN MANUAL DE INSTALAÇÃO E MANUTENÇA O GERAL

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LEADER FLOW B.M.

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ASTRALPOOL

POOL PUMPS

POMPES POUR PISCINES

This manual contains basic information on the safety measures to be adopted during installation and start-up. The fitter and the user must therefore read the instructions before installation and start-up.

1.GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

These symbols ( ) indicate the possibility of danger where the corresponding instructions are not followed.

DANGER. Risk of electrocution.

Failure to abide by these instructions may lead to the risk of electrocution.

DANGER.

Failure to abide by these instructions may lead to the risk of injury or damage.

WARNING.

Failure to abide by these instructions may lead to the risk of damage to the pump or the installation.

2.GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS

GENERAL

• The machines indicated in this Manual are especially designed for the pre-filtering and recirculation of water in swimming pools.

• They are designed to work with clean water at temperatures not exceeding 35^ C .

• Install them in line with the specific instructions for each installation.

• Respect current regulations regarding accident prevention.

• All modifications to the pump require prior authorisation from the manufacturer. Original spare parts and accessories authorised by the manufacturer ensure greater safety. The pump manufacturer is exempt from all liability regarding any damage caused by unauthorised spare parts or accessories.

• When working on each machine or on the units linked to them, disconnect the unit from the power supply and the start-up devices, as the electrical parts of the pump are live during operation.

• All assembly and maintenance work must be carried out by qualified and authorised personnel who have carefully read the installation and service instructions.

• To guarantee safety when operating the machine, you must comply with that set out in the installation and service instructions.
• In the event of defective operation or faults, contact your supplier or nearest representative.

WARNING DURING INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY WORK

• Once the pump has been removed from the box, it should be handled by the suction inlet and the engine body, and should not be held up in just one point.

• When connecting the electrical wiring to the machine motor, check the layout inside the connection box and make sure there are no pieces of wiring inside after it has been closed and that the earthing conductor is correctly connected. Connect the motor in line with the wiring diagram attached to the machine.

• Make sure that the electrical wiring connections to the machine terminal box are well mounted and screwed tight to the connection terminals.

• The equipment should be connected to an alternating current supply (see data on the pump's plate) with earth connection, protected by a residual current device (RCD) having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30mA .
• Correctly use the seal of the terminal box for the electrical motor to prevent water getting in. Likewise, position and tighten the gland inside the cable duct of the terminal box.
• Make sure that water is unable to enter the motor or the live electrical parts.
• Where the intended use is not as indicated, additional technical adaptations and regulations may be required.

WARNING DURING START-UP

Before starting the machine, check the calibration of the electric protection devices on the motor and that the protection against electrical and mechanical contacts is correctly positioned and secure.

NOTE

The pool should not be used while the pumping equipment is running.

Do not use the pump if anyone is in contact with the water.

WARNING DURING ASSEMBLY AND MAINTENANCE WORK

• Take into account national installation regulations when assembling and installing the pumps.
• Make sure that water is unable to enter the motor or the live electrical parts.
• Avoid contact at all times - even accidentally - with moving machine parts while the machine is running and/or before it comes to a complete standstill.
• Wait for the machine to come to a halt before handling it.
• Before any electrical or mechanical maintenance operation, disconnect the unit from the power supply and block the start-up devices.

• Follow the steps below before handling the machine:

• Disconnect the machine from the mains.

• Block all start-up devices.
• Check that there is no voltage in the circuits, even in the auxiliary circuits and additional services.
• Wait for the impeller to come to a complete standstill.

The list indicated must be used as a guideline and is not binding for safety purposes. There may be particular safety regulations in specific standards.

Due to the complex nature of the cases treated, the installation, user and maintenance instructions contained in this manual do not seek to examine all possible and imaginable cases of service and maintenance. Should you require additional instruction or have specific problems, please do not hesitate to contact the nearest Technical Assistance Service.

The electrical installation should be done by someone qualified in working with electrical equipment. This equipment is not designed for those with physical, sensory or mental handicap or people lacking in experience, unless done under supervision or with instructions of use from a person in charge of safety.

Do not permit children nor adults to sit or lean on the equipment. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the equipment.

3. INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY

GENERAL

• Our pumps may only be assembled and installed in pools or ponds that are compliant with HD 384.7.702. Should you have any doubts, please consult your specialist.

• Fit the pump horizontally due to the pre-filter. The pumps are fitted with a pre-filter with a basket inside to collect any large particles, as they may damage the hydraulic part inside the pump.
• All pumps are fitted with a foot with holes in it to anchor it to the ground (Fig. 1).

PIPING

• To connect the piping, glue the pipes and the connectors, supplied together with the pump; the fitting connections to the suction and return ports on the pump are threaded and include seals to prevent water loss (Fig. 2).
• Fit the return pipes completely perpendicular and centred in relation to the port to be connected to prevent the pump and the pipe from being subjected to external stress that, apart from making fitting difficult, could break them (Fig. 2).
• Fit the suction piping on a slight 2% slope towards the pump to avoid the formation of air pockets (Fig. 2).
• To ensure the pump works correctly, prime the pump pre-filter until water rises up through the suction pipe (Fig. 3).

LOCATION

• Fit the pump underneath the water level in the pool to improve pump performance.
• Where a self-priming pump is to be fitted above the water level, the pressure differential to the pump suction should not be higher than 0.02MPa (2 mH20), ensuring that the suction pipe is as short as possible as a longer pipe would increase suction time and the installation's load losses.
• Make sure that the pump is safe from possible flooding and receives dry ventilation.

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

It is essential that you use a multiple disconnection device with a space of at least 3mm between surfaces to disconnect the equipment from the electrical current.
- Use a rigid cable to connect to the mains. If you use a flexible cable to connect to the mains, it must have cable lugs to connect to the terminals of the pump motor.
- The equipment should be connected to an alternating current supply (see data on the pump's plate) with earth connection, protected by a residual current device (RCD) having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30mA .
- Adjust the value of the thermal relay appropriately depending on the pump current.
- Before connecting the motor, check the type of fuse required.
- Check the correct layout and connection of the earthing cable in the equipment.
- Respect the electrical installation and connection conditions. Failure to do so may lead to the pump manufacturer declining all responsibility and rendering the guarantee null and void.
- Special regulations may exist for the installation.
- Unsuitable mains connections involve the risk of electrocution.

For pumps with a single-phase motor:

• Thermal protection is incorporated.
• Use a motor guard with magneto-thermal protection.

• The adjustment data for the thermal relay is to be used as a guideline, as the motor is already fitted with protection.

• For 230V , use a H07 RN-F3 type connection sleeve with a cable section that adopts to the power of the motor and to the length of the cable.

For pumps with a three-phase motor:

• Use a motor guard with magneto-thermal protection.
• Protect the pump against overloads with a cut-off switch for the motor.
• Adjust the thermal value according to the thermal protection table. For the connection (3 x 230 V network), use the protection with the highest indicated value. For the connection Y (3 x 400 V network), use the protection with the lowest indicated value.
• Connect the lowest voltage at and the highest at Y for voltage intervals other than 230/400 V; 400/690 V.
• For AC, use a H07 RN-F3 type connection sleeve with a cable section that adapts to the power of the motor and the length of the cable.
• The mains cable may only be connected by skilled, authorised personnel.

4. START-UP INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO START-UP

• Carry out the following operations before starting the pump:

• Remove the pre-filter cap by unscrewing the nut holding it in place (Fig. 5).

• Fill the pump with water through the pre-filter until it rises up through the suction pipe.
• Should the basket be removed during these operations, do not forget to replace it to prevent large particles from entering the pump that could block it.

• Check that the mains voltage and frequency correspond with those indicated on the pump characteristics plate.

• Fit the pre-filter cap and screw on tight, not forgetting to fit the seal in its housing (Fig. 5).

• The pumps must not be run without the pre-filter having first been filled with water. Where this is not the case, the mechanical gasket may be damaged, leading to a loss of water.

• Check that the motor rotates in the correct direction by means of the fan located at the back of the motor that can be seen through the view hole on the fan cover (Fig. 6).

START-UP

• Open all the valves and connect the motor.
• Activate the self-priming and wait a reasonable time for this to be completed.

5. MAINTENANCE

• For regular control:

• Check that the mechanical parts are tightly secured and check the condition of the screws supporting the machine.

• Clean the pre-filter basket regularly to avoid drops in pressure. To prevent the basket from breaking, do not hit it during the cleaning process.
• The pump should be checked every 100 hours of operation or less, depending on the level of cleanliness of the water.

• Check the temperature of the machine and the electric motor. In the event of a fault, stop the machine immediately and contact the nearest Technical Assistance Service.

• Check for machine vibrations. In the event of a fault, stop the machine immediately and contact the nearest Technical Assistance Service.

• Should the pump stop, check that consumption of the running motor in amperes is equal to or below that indicated on the manufacturer's characteristics plate. If this information is available, contact the nearest Technical Assistance Service.
  Empty the pump if it is to remain at a standstill for a certain length of time, especially in cold countries where there is a risk of freezing.
• Remove the purge cap (10) to empty the pump.
  Every time the pre-filter is opened, clean the seal and its seating of any impurities to ensure airtightness when the cap is closed (Fig. 5).
• Pump components that, due to their normal use, suffer wear and/or tear must be regularly replaced to ensure good pump performance. The following table shows the perishables and/or consumables used in the pump and their estimated working life.

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ESTIMATED WORKING LIFE
0 rings and general seals 1 year
Mechanical seal 1 year
Bearings 1 year

The estimated working life of the parts above has been established according to normal product use and installation conditions. Follow the instructions in the installation manual to maintain the working life of the pump.

6.REMOVAL

• The motor unit can be removed from the pump body without having to disconnect the pump's suction and return pipes.
• To remove the Motor unit from the pump body, remove the screws joining them together.

7.TROUBLESHOOTING

1. The pump is not primed 4. The pump will not start
2. The pump releases only a small flow of water

3. The pump makes a noise 6. The motor is stopped

4. The motor is making a noise but will not start

1	2	3	4	5	6	CAUSES	SO	LUTIONS
•	•							Air entering the suction pipe	Check the condition of connections and seals on the suction pipe
•								Filter cap badly sealed Clean the filter cap and check the condition of the rubber seal
•	•							Inverted motor turning	Invert 2 power phases
••			••					Wrong voltage	Check the voltage on the characteristics plate and that of the mains
	•							Pre-filter blocked	Clean the filter
	•							Load loss in the installation	Prevent parts from causing load loss wherever possible
		••						Pump incorrectly secured	Secure the pump correctly
					•			Motor blocked	Remove the motor and contact the technical service
							•	Increased temperature in the terminal box due to electric arc	Check the terminal box connections
							•	The thermal protection trips Connect the cables correctly to the terminal boxes
							•	Incorrect terminal box connections	Tighten the cable correctly to the terminal / Adapt the size of the cable connection to the terminal box

IMPORTANT

Cod. 05085-0008 / Rev. 7

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