®

ProMinent
Operating Instructions
Motor Diaphragm Metering Pump
alpha ALPc

ALPc ____ ____ __ __ __ __ __

Please enter the Identcode of your system here!

For a safe and proper operation of the ProMinent® alpha ALPc metering pumps, two operating instructions
are required: The product-specific operating instructions alpha ALPc and the General Operating Instructions
ProMinent® solenoid metering pumps.
Both are only valid in connection with each other.
Please completely read through operating instructions! · Do not discard!
The operator shall be liable for any damage caused by installation or operating errors!

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 Device Identification / Identcode

Device Identification / Identcode

The rating plate affixed to the title page is identical to the rating plate of the
delivered pump such that a clear connection between the operating instructions
and the pump is guaranteed. Please enter the Identcode listed on the rating plate
under “Type” into the grey box below.

ALPc Series alpha, version c

Pump type:
Capacity 50 Hz Capacity 60 Hz
1001 0.9 l/h 10 bar 1.1 l/h 10 bar
1002 1.8 l/h 10 bar 2.2 l/h 10 bar
1004 3.5 l/h 10 bar 4.1 l/h 10 bar
1008 7.7 l/h 10 bar 8.9 l/h 10 bar
0707 6.9 l/h 7 bar 8.3 l/h 7 bar
0417 17.0 l/h 4 bar 20.6 l/h 4 bar
0230 29.7 l/h 2 bar 34.4 l/h 2 bar
Liquid end material:
PPE PP/PP/EPDM
PPB PP/PP/FPM-B
NPE Plexiglass/PVC//EPDM
NPB Plexiglass/PVC/FPM
PVT PVDF/PVDF/PTFE
Valve spring:
2 without valve spring, with bleeding
3 with 2 valve springs approx. 0.1 bar, material 1.4571, with bleeding
Hydraulic connection:
0 Standard according to technical data
Design:
0 with ProMinent® label
Electrical connection:
A 230 V, 50/60 Hz, 2 m, Euro connector
B 230 V, 50/60 Hz, 2 m, Swiss connector
C 230 V, 50/60 Hz, 2 m, Austral. connector
D 115 V, 50/60 Hz, 2 m, USA connector
Accessories:
0 without accessories
1 with foot and metering valve, 2 m PVC suction line, 5 m PE metering line

FPM = fluororubber

ALPc ___ ___ _ _ _ _ _

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 Description of the Units and Operating Elements

1 2 3 4 5

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10

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6 7 8

Detailed description
on the pages:

1 Cover .................................................................. 17 et seq., 28 et seq., 34

2 Motor support ..................................................................................... 7, 34
3 Housing ............................................................................................... 7, 34
4 Pressure connection ......................................................................... 13, 34
5 Bleed valve with fine bleed screw ...................... 15 et seq., 25 et seq., 34
6 Liquid end ......................................................................... 7, 25 et seq., 34
7 Suction connection .......................................................................... 13, 34
8 Bypass hose nozzle .......................................................................... 15, 34
9 Latched slide ................................................ 11, 14 et seq., 28 et seq., 34
10 Eccentric disc with scale ............................. 11, 14 et seq., 28 et seq., 34

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 Contents

Page
1 Preamble ....................................................................... 6
2 Functions ...................................................................... 6
3 Technical Data ............................................................... 7
4 Replacement Parts and Accessories ............................ 9
5 Safety Chapter .............................................................. 11
6 Unpacking ..................................................................... 12
7 Assembly / Installation .................................................. 13
8 Commissioning ............................................................. 17
9 Operation ...................................................................... 21
10 Maintenance ................................................................. 23
11 Troubleshooting / Remedy ............................................ 24
12 Repair ............................................................................ 32
13 Disposal of Used Parts ................................................. 33
14 Pump Section ............................................................... 34
15 Dimension Diagrams ..................................................... 35
EC Declaration of Conformity ................................................ 36

Corporate information:
Operating instructions metering pump alpha ALPc
© ProMinent Dosiertechnik GmbH, 2009
ProMinent Dosiertechnik GmbH
Im Schuhmachergewann 5-11
69123 Heidelberg · Germany
[email protected]
www.prominent.com
Technical changes reserved
Printed in the F.R. Germany

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 Preample / Functions

1 Preamble
alpha metering pumps are motor diaphragm metering pumps for continuous
or discontinuous metering of liquids.

2 Functions
2.1 Functional Principle

alpha metering pumps mainly consist of:

• a pump drive
with housing, split pole motor with gearbox and thermal fuse, stroke
length adjustment with eccentric and connecting rod
• as well as a delivery unit
with liquid end, suction and pressure port, metering diaphragm, and end
disc.
The eccentric for stroke movements is guided in an eccentric disc.
Pumps of this size thus do not require any return spring – the suction and
pressure stroke are positively driven.
The delivery is made intermittently; the stroke length is max. 2 or 3 mm.
The stroke length can be adjusted via a latched slide (9) from 100 % to 0 in
increments of 10%. The diaphragm is always deflected from the neutral
centre position – this ensures a smooth, sinusoidal stroke motion.
The metering pumps can be upgraded as desired by the customer (options).
alpha metering pumps are available with Euro motor (230 Volt – 50 Hz) and
multi-range motor (100 – 120 Volt and 200 – 240 Volt at 50/60 Hz).

2.2 The Pump Components

The housing made of PPE with 20 % glass fibre. Protection against foreign particles
(> 12 mm ø) and spray (at an angle of up to 60°).
The drive The single-phase split pole motor drives an eccentric via the gearbox.
The eccentric shaft is guided in an eccentric disc which is directly linked to
the connecting rod and the metering diaphragm.
The suction and the metering strokes are thus positively driven, without any
return spring for the suction stroke. The delivery process of suction and
metering stroke is made intermittently with a sinusoidal stroke movement.
During the metering stroke, the metering diaphragm expels the medium from
the liquid end through the pressure valve and the balls on the suction side
close. When the diaphragm reaches the front end position, it is returned to
the initial position via the eccentric and the ball valve on the pressure side
closes. A vacuum is created in the liquid end, the balls on the suction side
open and the medium is suctioned into the liquid end (suction stroke).

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 Functions / Technical Data

The output per stroke can be adjusted via a latched slide (9) in increments
of 10 %. In this process, the eccentricity is changed; this means that the
diaphragm deflection is always made from the neutral centre position. The
stroke length is set when the pump is stopped.
The stroke frequencies are – depending on the pump type –
58 or 128 strokes/min. at 50 Hz or 69 or 154 strokes/min. at 60 Hz.
Thermal fuse The drive motor is equipped with a thermal fuse which automatically stops
the motor if it overheats by more than 106 °C; the safety device starts the
pump again after the motor has cooled down.
The delivery unit
Liquid end Liquid ends for alpha pumps are available in three types of material
– Polypropylene (PP)
– Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF)
– Plexiglass/PVC (NP)
with double ball valve on the suction and pressure side
The liquid ends in the types PP, PV and NP have a combined bleed valve with
fine adjustment for continuous, automatic bleeding. This permits suctioning
and bleeding without having to interrupt and de-pressurise the metering line.
The PP liquid ends are also available without bleed valve.
For media of higher viscosity, the valves can be spring-loaded
(recommendation: from a viscosity of approx. 200 mPa • s).
Metering
diaphragm A compound diaphragm with a long service life made of high-quality, fabric-
reinforced EDPM material, plastic core vulcanised in and PTFE coating on the
side coming into contact with the media.

3 Technical Data
Pump Max. output Max. output No. of Connection Suction Priming Max. Max.
type at max. at max. strokes size height perm. perm.
ALPc backpressure backpressure oØ x iØ starting pre-
pressure pressure
suction side
bar l/h bar l/h Strokes/ mm mWC mWC bar bar
min.
50 Hz version
1001 10 0.9 5 1.0 58 6x4 5.0 2.6 10 5
1002 10 1.8 5 2.1 58 6x4 5.0 3.6 10 5
1004 10 3.5 5 3.9 58 8x5 5.0 3.6 10 5
1008 10 7.7 5 8.6 128 8x5 5.0 3.6 10 5
0707 7 6.9 3 7.7 58 8x5 4.0 4.1 7 3.5
0417 4 17.0 2 18.3 128 8x5 4.0 4.1 4 2
0232 2 29.7 1 32.7 128 12x9 3.0 3.1 2 1

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 Technical Data

60 Hz version
1001 10 1.1 5 1.3 69 6x4 5.0 2.6 10 5
1002 10 2.2 5 2.6 69 6x4 5.0 3.6 10 5
1004 10 4.1 5 4.7 69 8x5 5.0 3.6 10 5
1008 10 8.9 5 10.4 154 8x5 5.0 3.6 7 5
0707 7 8.3 3 9.2 69 8x5 4.0 4.1 7 3.5
0417 4 20.6 2 21.9 154 8x5 4.0 4.1 2.5 2
0232 2 34.4 1 39.2 154 12x9 3.0 3.1 1 1

*) Suction height with empty liquid end, valves wetted.

The output was determined using water and metering pump at operating
state temperature.
Performance range of the series: ±10 %.
Reproducibility: ±2 % given consistent conditions, minimum backpressure
1 bar, stroke setting 40 – 100 %, and water-like medium for short time
intervals (approx. 5 min.)

NOTE
for the types 1001, 1002 and 1004, the output at stroke length 20 % and
backpressure > 4 bar may converge to zero.

El. connection “A”, “B”, “C” 230 VAC (220-240 V)

System frequency 50 Hz 60 Hz
Output 50 W 45 W
Power consumption 0.4 A 0.35 A

El. connection “D”, 115 VAC (108-134 V)

System frequency 50 Hz 60 Hz
Output 60 W 50 W
Power consumption 0.9 A 0.7 A

Protection
against moisture
and accidental
contact IP 23 according to DIN VDE 0470 Part 1
with horizontal pump base and vertically installed pump
Permissible
ambient
temperature -10 °C to 45 °C
Permissible
medium
temperature for PP 50 °C, for PV 50 °C, and for NP 45 °C.
Shipping weight 3.0 kg

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 Technical Data / Replacement Parts and Accessories

Viscosity The metering pumps are typically suited up to a viscosity of:

200 mPas for standard delivery unit
500 mPas for standard delivery unit with valves with valve spring
Materials in
contact
with media
Liquid end Material Suction/pressure port Gaskets Balls
PPE Polypropylene (PP) Polypropylene (PP) EPDM Ceramic
PPB Polypropylene (PP) Polypropylene (PP) FPM-B Ceramic
NPE Plexiglass (PMMA) PVC EPDM Ceramic
NPB Plexiglass (PMMA) PVC FPM-B Ceramic
PVT PVDF PVDF PTFE Ceramic
Metering diaphragm with PTFE coating for all types

4 Replacement Parts and Accessories

WARNING
The assembly of ProMinent metering systems using third-party
components which are not verified and recommended by ProMinent is
not permitted and may lead to personal injury and damage to property
for which ProMinent will not accept any liability!

4.1 Accessories via Identcode

The accessories are delivered in a bag. This bag contains:
1 metering valve R 1/2″
1 foot valve
2 m hose, soft PVC
5 m hose, PE

4.2 Other Accessories from the Series Programme

- Mounting plate for metering tank
- Wall bracket
- Pressure-retaining valves
- Metering tank

4.3 Replacement Parts

Replacement parts kit for alpha consisting of:
1 metering diaphragm
1 suction valve compl.
1 pressure valve compl.
2 valve balls
1 kit gaskets
1 connecting kit

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 Replacement Parts and Accessories

Replacement parts kit alpha c

Type Materials in contact Order no.
with media
type 1001 PPE 1001646
PPB 1001654
NPE 1001715
NPB 1001723
PVT 1023109
type 1002, 1004, 1008 PPE 1001647
PPB 1001655
NPE 1001716
NPB 1001724
PVT 1023110
type 0708, 0417 PPE 1001649
PPB 1001657
NPE 1001718
NPB 1001726
PVT 1023112
type 0230 PPE 1001650
PPB 1001658
NPE 1001719
NPB 1001727
PVT 1023113
Replacement diaphragms
Type Order no.
for alpha c 1001 1000246
for alpha c 1002, 1004, 1008 1000247
for alpha c 0707, 0419 1000249
for alpha c 0230 1000250

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 Safety Chapter

5 Safety Chapter
Proper Use
• The pump may only be used for the metering of liquid media!
• The pump may only be used in compliance with the technical data and
specifications stated in the operating instructions!
• All other uses or modifications are prohibited!
• The pump must not be used to meter gaseous media or solids!
• The pump is not designed for use in Ex areas.
• The pump may not be used for the metering of flammable liquids!
• Do not use the pump without any further protection (case, protective roof)
in the open!
• The pump may only be operated by specially trained and authorised
personnel!

Sound Pressure Level

The sound pressure level is < 70 dB (A) at maximum stroke, maximum stroke
frequency and maximum backpressure (water) according to:
DIN EN 12639 (noise measurement at liquid pumps)

WARNING
The pumps must be accessible any time for operation and maintenance,
access may not be hindered or blocked!

WARNING
Disconnect the mains plug or isolate the feed line before opening the
pump!
Check if de-energised and protect against unauthorised restart!

WARNING
First de-pressurise the metering line before starting any maintenance
and repair work!
Always empty and flush the liquid end first if hazardous or unknown
metering media are used!
Observe the safety data sheets of the metering liquids!
When working at the liquid end, protective clothing (goggles, gloves ...)
must be worn!

WARNING
The stroke length may only be adjusted if the pump is stopped!

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 Safety Chapter / Unpacking

IMPORTANT
The stroke adjustment unit – latched slide (9) and eccentric disc (10) –
can get hot in case of permanent operation, high ambient temperatures,
overvoltage or high backpressure!
If required, wear work gloves to adjust the stroke!

NOTE:
Only use the clamping rings and hose nozzles specified for the
corresponding hose diameter as well as genuine hoses of the specified
hose dimensions and wall thicknesses. Otherwise, the stability of the
connection is not guaranteed!
Avoid reducing the hose sizes!
In case of long lines and viscous media, the next higher line cross-
section, e.g. 12 x 9 mm, should be used!
The connection of 12 x 9 mm lines requires the connecting kit 12 mm.

Safety devices Cover

During operation, the cover (1) prevents anything from being crushed, caught
or pulled in in the area of the eccentric disc (10).
Warning decal
The warning decal (17) must always be legibly fixed at the pump:

Switch off pump

before opening

6 Unpacking
IMPORTANT
Please observe the relevant local regulations for the disposal of
packaging elements made of polystyrene (styrene, polystyrene)!

Outer packaging Please keep the outer packaging complete with polystyrene parts to be able
to return the metering pump and accessories in case of repair or warranty
claims!
First compare the delivery note and the package contents.
Scope of
delivery – Metering pump with mains cable 2 m according to Identcode
– Connecting kit for hose connection according to Identcode
– Operating instructions

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 Unpacking / Assembly / Installation

IMPORTANT
Please check whether the data on the pump’s rating plate match your
order data!

If not, please immediately contact your local ProMinent branch or agency

(the addresses are listed on the back of these operating instructions)!
All alpha metering pumps are equipped with a rating plate. This is fixed at the
base of the pump.

alpha_5

The technical data as well as the Identcode and the serial number are listed.
These two numbers are to be used for any contact and replacement part
orders because they facilitate a unique identification of the pump type and
the material type.
Please note the following data of the delivered pump to be able to immediately
provide these data when needed:
IDENTCODE

Serial number

Installation
location

Metering insert

Commissioning

7 Assembly / Installation
7.1 Pump Installation: Mechanical

WARNING
When assembling, provide for sufficient space around the pump for
operation, maintenance, repair and quick disconnection of the mains
plug.

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 Assembly / Installation

CAUTION
The protection against contact and moisture IP 23 only applies to
horizontal pump base and upright installed pump!

7.1.1 Pump Assembly with Bracket or Tank

• Mount the metering pump onto a tank or a bracket using screws and
U washers (Ø 5 mm).

NOTE
The pump must be fixed such that no vibrations may occur!
The valves of the liquid end must always be installed in a vertical
position to guarantee proper functioning.

7.1.2 Connection Pump ÷ Suction/Pressure Line

Arrangement of the individual components:

Union nut > Hose line

Pressure Clamping
connection ring >

Nozzle >

O-ring >

Suction connection

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 Assembly / Installation

NOTE
Always cut the suction line to the required length and route as riser!

IMPORTANT
Height (h) x density (d) ≤ max. suction height in mWC!

• If the suction/pressure port at the liquid end is closed with a plug, remove
the plug
• Cut the hose to the required length
• Position union nut and clamping ring onto the hose line
• Push the cut hose end onto the nozzle up to the stop
• If required, expand the hose end slightly

NOTE
Only use the clamping rings and hose nozzles specified for the
corresponding hose diameter as well as genuine hoses of the specified
hose dimensions and wall thicknesses. Otherwise, the stability of the
connection is not guaranteed!
Avoid reducing the hose sizes!
In case of long lines and viscous media, the next higher line cross-
section, e.g. 12/9, should be used!

• Press on the hose and simultaneously tighten the union nut

NOTE
The hose connection will be safely fixed if you pull briefly at the line
connected to the liquid end and then tighten the union nut again
“finger-tight” (re-tightening)!

• Mount the foot valve

• Cut the free suction line end such that the foot valve is positioned shortly
above the bottom of the tank
• For metering solutions with contaminations or sediment, cut the free
suction line end such that the foot valve is positioned at least 50 mm
above the tank bottom

7.1.3 Installation of Bypass Hose Line

Liquid end with

bleed valve Almost all liquid end types possess a bleed valve (5) with bypass (8) at the
liquid end
• Slip the hose line with inner diameter 4-5 mm (preferably soft PVC
6 x 4 mm) onto the bypass hose nozzle and secure with pipe clip or quick
fastener
• Return the free end of the line to the metering tank
• Directly connect the pressure line to the pressure port and the metering
valve

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 Assembly / Installation

5
5a

5b

alpha_7_2

• Open the bleed valve (5) by 1 turn anti-clockwise

• Now, coarse suction bleeding through the bleed valve is possible

NOTE
For slightly outgassing media, the fine bleeding can be permanently
turned on!
This causes a constant partial flow of the metering volume returning to
the storage tank!
The returned volume should amount to approx. 20 % of the metering
volume!

NOTE
If the return line ends above the liquid level, the fine bleeding valve acts
like a vacuum breaker and prevents that the storage tank is suctioned
empty if vacuum is released into the metering line!

7.2 Pump Installation: Electrical

7.2.1 Electrical Connection

WARNING
Only connect the pump to the power supply using the delivered mains
cable and plug!
Observe the valid national regulations!

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 Assembly / Installation / Commissioning

For pumps without mains plug:

WARNING
It must be possible to switch off the pump using the emergency switch
of the system in which it is integrated!

WARNING
The pump has no on/off switch and thus starts immediately after
connecting the mains plug or activating the mains line!

8 Commissioning
8.1 General Information

WARNING
The metering pump may still contain residual water in the liquid end
resulting from the test at the facility!
Remove any water from the liquid end before commissioning if metering
media are used which may not come into contact with water! For this
purpose, rotate the pump by 180 ° and empty the liquid end, then rinse
with a suitable medium from top via the suction connection.

WARNING
The metering pump may only be operated with closed cover (1)!

WARNING
The stroke length may only be adjusted if the pump is stopped!

8.2 Commissioning without Bleed Valve

• If possible, proceed as described in “Commissioning with Bleed Valve”.

If this is not possible, then:
• Safely connect the suction and metering line

NOTE
Do not connect the metering line to the metering valve but only to the
pressure port (4) of the pump!

• The suction tank contains liquid

• Remove the cover (1) and check whether the stroke length is set to 100 %

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 Commissioning

• If not, then
A: Slide the latched slide (9) back onto the eccentric disc
B: Set the eccentric disc (10) to 100 %
C: Re-engage the latched slide

B B
100
90

80

10
60
70
50

40

9
0

3 20

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• Re-attach the cover (1)

WARNING
The metering pump may only be operated with closed cover (1)!

• Switch on the pump and run it at 100 % stroke length until the liquid end
has been completely and bubble-free filled with the medium
• This is the case when the medium becomes visible in the metering line
• Switch off the metering pump
• Connect the metering line to the metering valve
• The pump is now ready for operation

8.3 Commissioning with Bleed Valve

• Safely connect the suction and metering line

• The suction tank contains liquid
• Remove the cover (1) and check whether the stroke length is set to 100 %

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 Commissioning

• If not, then
A: Slide the latched slide (9) back onto the eccentric disc
B: Set the eccentric disc (10) to 100 %
C: Re-engage the latched slide

B B
100
90

80
10
60
70
50

40

9
0

3 20

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• Re-attach the cover (1)

WARNING
The metering pump may only be operated with closed cover (1)!

Coarse bleeding • Open the bleed valve (5) by 1 turn anti-clockwise

• Now, coarse suction bleeding through the bypass is possible
• Switch on the pump and run it at 100 % stroke length until the liquid end
has been completely and bubble-free filled with the medium
• This is the case when the medium becomes visible in the metering line or
bleed line
• Switch off the metering pump
• Close the bleed valve (5) by 1 turn clockwise
• The pump is now ready for operation

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 Commissioning

For slightly outgassing media, the fine bleeding (only PP and NP) can be
permanently turned on:
• For this purpose, remove the installed star handle (5b) and open the screw
in the interior of the bleed valve (5a) approx. 1 turn anti-clockwise

5
5a

5b

alpha_7_2

• This causes a constant partial flow of the metering volume returning to the
storage tank
• The returned volume should amount to approx. 20 % of the metering
volume
• The media must have a low viscosity and may not have any solids

WARNING
The above mentioned measures guarantee no absolutely reliable
metering after stop of the pump!
A regular check is thus absolutely necessary!

• Re-attach the star handle (5b)

NOTE
Re-tighten the screws in the liquid end crosswise after approx. 24 hours
of operation.

IMPORTANT
Observe the tightening torques for the screws! Tightening torque for
screws M5: 4.5 - 5 Nm!

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 Operation

9 Operation
9.1 General

WARNING
When handling hazardous substances, protective goggles and protective
gloves, … must be worn!

WARNING
The metering pump may only be operated with closed cover (1)!

IMPORTANT
The motor may overheat and be damaged!
Obstacles in the cooling air system prevent a sufficient cooling!
The ventilation slot at the front below the cover and the slot at the back
in the pump base must never be obstructed!

NOTE
• Check for correct assembly (see Chapter 9 “Assembly / Installation”)!
• Do not exceed the maximum permissible suction height!
• Metering pumps may work against considerably increased operation
pressure for a short time without a response of the electrical safety
devices (e.g. if the metering line is closed or blocked)!
A safety overflow valve with return to the storage tank is to be
installed as overload protection!

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 Operation

9.2 Setting of the Output

WARNING
The stroke length may only be adjusted if the pump is stopped!

• The desired output can be seen from the diagram “Output depending on
the stroke length of the backpressure”

STROKE LENGTH 100%

100
PRESSURE
STROKE %

80
60
40
20

20
STROKE %

40
SUCTION

60
80
100
PRESSURE STROKE SUCTION STROKE

100
PRESSURE
STROKE %

80
60 STROKE LENGTH 20%
40
20

20
STROKE %

40
SUCTION

60
80
100
PRESSURE STROKE SUCTION STROKE

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 Operation / Maintenance

• Stop pump
• Remove the cover (1)
• A: Slide the latched slide (9) back onto the eccentric disc,
B: Set the eccentric disc (10) to the desired stroke length (in %) (the
arrowhead must be exactly positioned on the desired engraving at the
eccentric disc) – the output can be set from 100 to 10 % in increments
of 10 %
C: Re-engage the latched slide

B B
100
90

80

10
60
70
50

40

9
0

3 20

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• Re-attach the cover (1)

10 Maintenance
WARNING
Metering pumps and their peripherals may only be maintained by trained
and authorised persons.

NOTE
Maintenance intervals: every three months!
Shorter intervals in case of heavy load (e.g. continuous operation)!

The maintenance of the alpha metering pump is limited to the inspection of:

• the liquid end screws (tightened securely, 4.5 - 5 Nm)

• the metering lines (tightened securely)
• pressure and suction valve (tightened securely)
• for PP type, of bleed valve (tightened securely)
• the leakage hole behind the rear of the liquid end (moisture may be a sign
of diaphragm rupture)

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 Troubleshooting / Remedy

11 Troubleshooting / Remedy
11.1 Malfunctions Which Can be Remedied by the User

NOTE
In order to be able to remedy minor defects any time, we recommend to
keep ready a replacement part kit - consisting of diaphragms, valves,
balls, and gaskets.
The order numbers for these kits are listed in the Chap. “Replacement
Parts and Accessories” or in our equipment catalogue under “Replace-
ment part kits for alpha“!

WARNING
Disconnect the mains plug or isolate the feed line before opening the
pump!
Check whether the pump is de-energised!

WARNING
Always de-pressurise the metering line first before commencing any
work at the pump!
Always empty and flush the liquid end!
Observe the safety data sheets of the metering media!

WARNING
Metering pumps and their peripherals may only be maintained by trained
and authorised persons.

WARNING
Always flush the liquid end first before commencing maintenance and
repair work if hazardous or unknown media are used!

WARNING
When metering hazardous or unknown metering media, suitable
protective equipment (goggles, gloves …) must be worn when working
at the liquid end!

WARNING
The stroke length may only be adjusted if the pump is stopped!

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11.1.1 Pump Works, but No Metering

Possible
cause: Air collected in the liquid end

Remedy for
pumps with
bleed valve: Bleed the liquid end
• Switch off the pump
• Open the bleed valve (5) by 1 turn anti-clockwise
• Switch on the pump again and operate until a metering is performed with
each metering stroke
• If the metering is still faulty, switch off the pump, set the stroke length to
100 % and bleed at a stroke length of 100 %
• Close the bleed valve (5) by 1 turn clockwise

Remedy for
pumps without
bleed valve: Bleed the liquid end
• Switch off the pump
• De-pressurise the metering line by disconnecting the hose at the metering
valve or relieving the overflow valve
• Switch on the pump again and operate until a metering is performed with
each metering stroke
• If the metering is still faulty, switch off the pump, set the stroke length to
100 % and bleed at a stroke length of 100 %
• Stop the pump and reconnect the metering line to the metering valve or
pressurise the overflow valve again

Further possible
causes for
pumps with
bleed valve: The activated fine bleeding does not work because the bleed hole is blocked

Remedy: • Remove the star handle (5b) from the bleed valve (5)
• Open the fine bleed screw (5a) by approx. 2 turns anti-clockwise with the
pump in operation until the blockage is eliminated
• If this is not successful, remove the bleed valve (5) and the fine bleed
screw (5a) from the liquid end (6) and clean all parts including the holes
• Then, re-install the bleed valve with fine bleed screw in the reverse order
and restore the original settings

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11.1.2 Pump does not Perform any Suction despite Full Stroke
Movement and Bleeding

Possible
cause: Crystalline depositions because of drying up of the valves

Remedy: • Remove the suction hose from the metering tank and thoroughly flush the
liquid end
• If required, reduce the suction height or support first suction action with
filled suction hose in feed operation; the metering solution can also be
suctioned in using a disposable syringe connected at the pressure valve
• If the fault is not remedied, the valves are to be removed and cleaned
• The valve assembly in the suction and pressure valve can be pushed out
with a mandrel ø 3mm

11.1.3 Pump Automatically Stops during Metering Operation

Possible
cause: The thermal fuse automatically stopped the motor because of high
backpressure and because the motor heated up by more than 106 °C

Remedy: • Switch off the power supply

• Reduce backpressure
• The safety device starts the pump again after the motor has cooled down
• If this is not successful, check the metering line and the downstream
pressure system as to whether the shut-off valve is closed or the line/
system is obstructed or blocked
• Remove obstruction / blocking
• Switch on the power supply

Possible
cause: The thermal fuse automatically stopped the motor because the motor heated
up by more than 106 °C due to an obstruction of the suction and discharge
port of the motor cooling air

Remedy: • Switch off the power supply

• Remove the obstruction by cleaning the air suction port at the pump
bottom and the discharge port at the bottom of the cover
• The safety device starts the pump again after the motor has cooled down
• If this is not successful, check the metering line and the downstream
pressure system as to whether the shut-off valve is closed or the line/
system is obstructed or blocked
• Remove obstruction / blocking
• Switch on the power supply

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11.1.4 Pump does not Work despite Applied System Voltage

Possible
cause: The existing backpressure exceeds the permissible operating or starting
pressure

Remedy: • Reduce backpressure

• If this is not successful, check the metering line and the downstream
pressure system as to whether the shut-off valve is closed or the line/
system is obstructed or blocked
• Remove obstruction / blocking

11.1.5 Liquid Leaks from the Recess at the Liquid End Support

Possible
cause: The delivery unit leaks at the metering diaphragm

Remedy: • Re-tighten the screws (arrow) at the liquid end crosswise

ALPb-010-D

IMPORTANT
Observe the tightening torques for the screws of 4.5 to 5 Nm!

NOTE
Check the tightening torque of the liquid end screws after 24 hours of
operation!
For PP pumps, check the tightening torques in addition again every
three months!

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• If liquid is still leaking, the diaphragm has ruptured and must be replaced.

NOTE
The metering diaphragm is a wearing part and its service life depends on
– the backpressure of the system
– the operating temperature
– the properties of the liquid to be metered!

NOTE
In case of abrasive media, the service life of the diaphragm is limited and
more frequent inspections are required!
Under these operating conditions, it is recommended to replace the
metering diaphragm every year or every six months!

Replacement of
the metering
diaphragm • Remove the cover (1)
• A: Slide the latched slide (9) back onto the eccentric disc
B: Set the eccentric disc (10) to “0”

B B
100
90

80

10
60
70
50

40

9
0

3 20

ALPb-008.1-D

NOTE
The latched slide cannot be engaged in this position!

• Loosen the mounting screws (6a) and completely remove the liquid end (6)
from the motor support (2)
For PP type:
In addition, remove the star handle (5a) and the covering screen from the
liquid end (6)

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5a
6

6a

alpha_10

Pump types 1001, 1002, 1004, 1008, 0707, 0417:

(diaphragm without holes, threaded rod without hexagon nut)

14

16

15

왘 Loosen the liquid end screws and remove the liquid end
왘 Loosen the diaphragm (15) by turning anti-clockwise – if necessary, use
pliers
왘 If the threaded rod (16) came loose together with the diaphragm, remove
the diaphragm from the threaded rod (turn anti-clockwise) - if necessary
use pliers
왘 Screw the threaded rod onto the connecting rod thread and securely
tighten at the width across flat using a flat wrench (SW9)
왘 Position the end disc (14) on the pump housing
왘 Screw the diaphragm onto the threaded rod and tighten finger-tight. The
end disc may no longer be loose, however, must turn easily

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왘 Fix the liquid end with the screws such that the suction port is pointing
vertically to the bottom – observe the direction of the flow arrows on the
valves

Pump type 0230:

(diaphragm with holes, threaded rod with hexagon nut)

• Loosen the hexagon nut (arrow) in front of the connecting rod by approx.
one turn using the wrench SW 8

alpha_11_2

• Remove the metering diaphragm (15) with end disc (14) and threaded
rod (16) from the motor support (2) by turning anti-clockwise

alpha_12_2
14 16 15

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• Unscrew the threaded rod (16) from the diaphragm (15) (if required,
hold the threaded rod with pliers and loosen the diaphragm by turning
anti-clockwise)
• Screw the threaded rod (16) into a new diaphragm and screw in with pliers
until it securely rests against the diaphragm

IMPORTANT
No gap may be visible between the diaphragm and the contact area of
the threaded rod!

• Screw the hexagon nut (17) onto the threaded rod (16) up to the stop
• Insert new diaphragm with threaded rod into the end disc (14) and screw
on the entire assembly onto the connecting rod (18) up to the stop
(The stroke length must be set to 0)
• Turn back the diaphragm until the 4 holes in the diaphragm and end disc
are exactly aligned!
• Position the liquid end (6) with screws (6a) onto the diaphragm and end
disc – the suction port must point to the bottom – and tighten the screws
crosswise

IMPORTANT
Observe the tightening torques for the screws of 4.5 to 5 Nm!

• Turn the hexagon nut (17) against the connecting rod (18) and tighten
slightly
• Set the desired stroke length
• Engage the latched slide (9)
• Attach the cover (1)
• Bleed the pump as described in Chapter 11.2 or 11.3 “Commissioning”

NOTE
Check the tightening torque of the liquid end screws after 24 hours of
operation!
For PP pumps, check the tightening torques in addition again every
three months!

11.1.6 Replacement of the Liquid End Assembly

NOTE
Liquid end assemblies are delivered with open bleed valve!
After suctioning and bleeding, the fine bleed screw (5b) and the bleed
valve (5) must be retightened!
Check whether the suction and pressure valves are tightly seated!

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 Troubleshooting / Remedy / Repair

11.2 Malfunctions which Require Contacting the Customer Service

WARNING
Repairs of electrical component parts may only be performed by
certified electricians (safety regulations of the accident prevention and
insurance association: VGB 4 and ZH 1/11)!

WARNING
Disconnect the mains plug or isolate the feed line before opening the
pump!
Check whether the pump is de-energised!
During repair work, the pump is to be protected against unauthorised
restart!

WARNING
Metering pumps may only be repaired by trained and authorised
persons.

11.2.1 Power Supply Connection Line (Equipment Cable) with Thermal

Fuse Damaged

Remedy: • Have the connection line / thermal fuse replaced by an authorised

customer service

12 Repair
WARNING
Metering pumps may only be repaired by trained and authorised
persons.

Customer
service Contact your local customer service!
Or contact your local
ProMinent branch or representation
(addresses are listed on the back of these operating
instructions)!

WARNING
Pumps for radioactive media may not be shipped!

NOTE
Only return the metering pump for repair in a cleaned condition and with
rinsed liquid end!

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 Repair / Disposal of Used Parts

Certificate of
compliance NOTE
The compliance with statutory occupational health and safety regulations –
e.g. the German workplaces ordinance, the hazardous goods regulations,
the accident prevention regulations and the environmental protection
regulations (waste avoidance and management act or water resources
act) - obliges all commercial entrepreneurs to protect their employees or
humans and the environment against detrimental effects when handling
hazardous substances!
An inspection or repair of pumps and their component parts will only be
made if a certificate of compliance can be provided by authorised and
qualified personnel of the pump operator and was correctly and fully
completed.
If despite thorough emptying and cleaning of the pump any safety
precautions should be required, the necessary information must be
listed in the certificate of compliance!
The certificate of compliance is material part of the inspection/repair
order. The appropriate form is included in the General Operating
Instructions.
The right to refuse the acceptance of the order for other reasons remains
reserved. Pumps operated in radioactive material will in principle not be
accepted!

13 Disposal of Used Parts

IMPORTANT
Never dispose of the metering pump in the dustbin (domestic waste)!
Plastics and mechanical parts may be special waste and must be
recycled!

Return of used
parts If you do not find any suitable recycling point, you can return your used parts
to your local ProMinent subsidiary or representation (addresses are
listed on the back of these operating instructions) against payment of a
low fee!

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14 Pump Section

2
15
1
3

5
10
8
13
4
ABC

12
17

16

18
14
15
6

This section shows the ALPc1001PVT200A0

1 Cover 6 Liquid end 14 End disc

2 Motor support 8 Bypass hose nozzle 15 Metering
3 Housing 9 Latched slide diaphragm
4 Connecting kit 10 Eccentric disc with 16 Threaded rod
5 Bleed valve with star scale 17 Warning decal
handle (5a) and fine bleed 12 Motor 18 Connecting rod
screw (5b) 13 Mains connection

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 Dimension Diagrams

15 Dimension Diagrams
Dimensions in mm
Ø 70

77.591
8.8

8.8
7.2

6.8
8.8

6.8
100

52 42 46 44
177.6
184 41.7
Ø 50

164.2
142.5

78.1
21.9
12

100 35.9

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