Fault possible cause remedy – Xylem O&M Mini V Series Variable Speed User Manual

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Caution

This booster set is an automatic machine; the pumps may start up automatically without
prior warning.
The set contains pressurised water; reduce the pressure to zero before servicing.

Maintenance

Routine check (6 monthly intervals)
1. Check all pumps produces the correct pressure.
2. Check that the pump operates without undue noise or vibration.
3. Check the break tank/s are clean and that the correct water level has been maintained.
4. Check that all screws are tight on electrical components.

5. Check that the earth connections are tight and making good contact.
6. Check that the gas pre charge is at the correct pressure, this should be done by isolating the vessel from
the system and draining water out of the vessel via the isolation valve drain point.
Once the water has been discharged, a tyre gauge can be connected to the pre charge valve to display the
vessel pre charge pressure. Recharge as necessary with Nitrogen or dry air.
Any other expansion vessels connected to the system can be checked in the same manner.
Clean any filters that may be connected to suction/discharge lines and ensure the mesh is in good condition.

General fault finding guide

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Fault

Possible Cause

Remedy

Pump fails to start

Power supply failure
Control panel fuse blown,
MCB tripped
Remote inhibit active
Low water level

Reinstate incoming power supply
Replace power supply fuse
Reset MCB
Turn remote inhibit off
Reinstate water supply

Pump fails to stop

Set point set too high
System pressure low due to
large leak

Lower set point
Switch unit off until leak is repaired

Pump switches on and off
quickly

Air in system
Vessel pre-charge incorrect

Purge air from pumps and pipework
Check vessel pre-charge and Charge as
necessary with Nitrogen or dry air

Pump runs but will not make
pressure

Pump air locked
Non-return valve jammed
Passing too much water

Open pump bleed screw and vent pump
Clean/replace valve
Check system for leaks

Pump overheating

Pump partially seized

Remove pump and check for foreign
objects

Pump set frequently
starting. (pressure falls to
cut in point)

Newly installed system with
large amount of air in pipe work
Leaks in system pipe work
Vessel pre-charge incorrect

Bleed system to remove air
Repair leaks
Isolate vessel and pre-charge with
Nitrogenas appropriate

Break tank overflowing

Leaking ball valve
Non-return valve letting by

Replace ball valve seal
Replace/clean non-return valve

Pump leaks water

Defective mechanical seal
Undue mechanical stress on
pump

Replace seal
Support the pipe work

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