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 Solaram Pump
The Solaram is a powerful pump that pushes extremely high vertical lift through long pipelines, from shallow water sources. It provides as much as 5400 Gallons per day (20,000 ltrs.) pushing as high as 960 Feet (292m) using solar-electric power. It uses less power than ANY other pump in its range. Starts pumping in low light conditions. It reduces power system cost by 25-75% compared to centrifugal or AC pumps. Tha Solaram's rugged and reliable design has a 20-year life expectancy. The Solaram is simple to maintain. It is dirt and dry run tolerant and easy to install.
Solaram Surface Pump draws water from a shallow well, spring, pond, river or tank. It can push water uphill and over long distances for home, village, irrigation or livestock uses. It can use power directly from a photovoltaic array, to fill a storage tank.
"We have four Solaram pumps working in Panama, one of them for six years. Another in the Sierra Tarahumara of Mexico is in its eighth year. Enough time has passed and water pumped for us to enthusiastically endorse the product." --- Ed Crocker, Technical Director Waterlines, Santa Fe, NM
Construction: Multiple diaphragm industrial design. Cast aluminum pump body. Neoprene diaphragms backed by pistons. Non-toxic oil-filled crankcase. Massive ball bearings. Permanent Magnet DC Motor. Gear (timing) belt drive. Pressure relief valve include. Flexible intake/outlet hoses included. Power System Requirements. Solar (PV) Array Chart indicates power (watts) required at the pump. For solar array-direct (non-battery) systems, the rated power of the PV array must exceed the pump watts by 25% or more.
For 180V models use a multiple of 10 modules in series.
A Linear Current Booster (pump controller) is required to facilitate starting and to prevent stalling in low-light conditions. For the 8100 and 8200 series use the LCB20M-50V (call for pricing). For the 8300, 8400 and 8500 seies' use the LCB6HV (call for pricing).
A solar tracker will increase daily yield 15 to 50% winter and summer respectively.
Maintenance
Preventive maintenance must be done on an annual basis for pumps that are used all-day, year-round in a dry climate (1000 peak running hours). With less intensive duty, maintenance interval may be reduced to every 2 or 3 years. This consists of replacing the diaphragms and the oil. Detailed instructions are included. Motor brushes typically last for 10 years of intensive duty.
Accessories
11/4'' Foot Valve FV-8000 (if pump is placed higher than water source)
Float Switch FS-FT/RC for remote shut-off of the pump when tank fills
Diaphragm and Oil Kit: Supplies for regular preventive maintenance
Long-Term Parts Kit: Three Diaphragm and Oil Kits, plus a gearbelt and a motor brush set
Fittings: Intake: 1 1/4 inch male pipe thread. Outlet: 1 inch female pipe thread.
Dimensions: 28 X 16 X 16.5 in. High (71 X 41 X 42 cm)
Weight, max. 150 lbs (68 kg) (Shipped in 2 parcels)
Warranty: 1 year against defects in materials and workmanship
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