CROC TPS50 User manual

TPS50TM
Product Manual
PATENT PENDING; PCT NO. WO2019056049A1

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The performance of the pump depends on sunlight
intensity and the incident angle at which sunlight strikes
the panel surface.
The latest DC brushless motor technology is introduced in
the pump design and manufacturing, so that the pump
has higher efciency and a longer service life.
The solar pump is powered by a solar
panel. In order to make the pump work
by solar energy, the solar panel needs to
be placed in the sunlight with its solar
cells facing the sun as much as possible.
Ideally, set up the solar panel
facing north at 45 degrees to
the horizontal. (Facing South if
in Northern Hemisphere)
45 Degree Angle

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ITEM NO. TPS50
DESCRIPTION Trough Pumping System
WARRANTY 12 Months
SOLAR PANEL PEAK POWER 50W
MAX-POWER VOLTAGE 17.28V
MAX-POWER CURRENT 2.894A
PUMP PUMP ITEM TPS50-PM
MAX. HEAD 3m (9.86ft)
MAX. FLOW RATE 3400LPH (898.1GPH)
CABLE LENGTH 3m (9.8ft)
NOZZLE ITEM TPS50-TK
FLOW ADJUSTABLE NO
DRY RUN PROTECTION NO
COMPONENTS
Figures showing TPS50 components and assembly.
SPECIFICATIONS FOR TPS50 TROUGH PUMPING SYSTEM

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COMPONENTS
Figures showing TPS50 components and assembly.
TPS50 MOTOR PARTS LIST

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ASSEMBLING
1. Unpack all components carefully. See Figures 1
(unassembled) and 2 (assembled) below.
2. Fit a square tube 75mm x 50mm x 2.5mm x
500mm long (NOT SUPPLIED) to the solar
panel hinges TPS50
3. Erect a wood or steel pole next to the trough
high enough so when the solar panel is tted,
animals cannot interfere with the solar panel
and its parts (photo 1).
4. Adjust the angle of the solar panel to face true
north as closely as possible.
5. Place the pump in the trough as per
instructions, and t riser tubes and outlet to
the correct height as shown in the instructions
(page 6).
6. Run the power cable to the solar panel. The
power cable is protected by a metal spiral
convoluted tube. This must be securely
attached to the pole to ensure minimal
interference by animals.
7. Connect the pump power cable to the ON/
OFF switch cable and then to the solar panel
power cable, taking care with the terminal
position. Lock the two power cables in place
using the nut on the solar panel power cable.
Ensure the pump remains fully submerged in
water while the pump is in operation.
8. The solar pump is now ready to operate.
Fig 1. Fig 2.
Figures showing TPS50 components and assembly.

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INSTRUCTIONS
Round Troughs
Place the pump in the centre of the round trough, making sure that it cannot be reached by livestock.
It is recommended that the pump is covered by mesh, or a mesh cage, for protection from the animals
being watered.
For best results, the outlet tube should be submerged below the water level between 50mm to 100mm.
This should result in a short fountain and wave type motion throughout the round trough. For the larger
round troughs, the Y piece can be tted to the outlet tube between approx. 25mm to 75mm above
water level.
Placement of TPS-50 Pump in Round Troughs.
Placement of TPS-50 Pump in Round Troughs
PUMP OUTLET TUBE WITH Y PIECE TO BE
25mm TO 75mm ABOVE WATER LEVEL
PUMP OUTLET TUBE TO BE 50mm BELOW
WATER LEVEL
WATERLEVEL
WATERLEVEL
PUMP PLACED IN
CENTRE OF ROUND
TROUGH

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Placement of TPS-50 Pump in Short Rectangular Troughs up to 2.5 to 5 Metres Long.
Short Rectangular Troughs up to 2.5 Metres
Place the pump at the oat cover end of the trough, ensuring it does not interfere with the oat valve
operation. The outlet tube and Y or T piece outlet should be approx. 25mm to 75mm above water level.
Screw the threaded cap on the threaded outlet of the Y piece to ensure only one outlet of the Y piece
is open. Direct the open outlet of the Y piece towards the centre of the trough, so the outlet sprays the
water to the end of trough, forming a wave like motion.
Placement of TPS50 Pump in Short Rectangular Troughs up to 2.5 Metres Long
Refer to our website croctroughpumps.com.au for examples of operational pump set ups
PUMP OUTLET TUBE TO BE 25mm TO
75mm ABOVE WATER LEVEL
PROTECTION MESHABOVEPUMP
WATERLEVEL
CAP

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POWER CABLE PROTECTION
PROTECTION
It is critical that the Pump and the Power Cable are protected at all times.
The power cable should be completely concealed.
Pump protection
A reinforced mesh cage is recommended, or the use of other suitable means to ensure animals cannot
access the pump system.
Example of mesh placed over pump at water level.
The power cable should be protected inside a metal tube and protected as it enters the trough. Excess
cable should be tied or clamped under the solar panel ensuring it is not accessible to the animals
(clamps supplied in Kit)

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Notes:
• The power cable is protected by metal spiral
convoluted tube. This tube must be securely
attached to the pole supporting the solar
panel, with tube saddles provided. The power
cable can also be ran down inside the metal
tube to the height of the trough
• The solar panel should be cleaned regularly in
all conditions. A damp cloth or window washer/
squeegee is recommended.
• Trough standing water level should always be
at least 100m to 150mm below the top edge of
the water trough.
• Trough water level should be adjusted if water
from the pump is being blown out
of the trough by the wind.
• Please refer to the Croc-TPS website
for photos of different ways to install
the Croc-TPS.
• The solar panel is tted with a red light
to indicate the solar panel is operational,
but it does not indicate the amount of
power the solar panel is generating.
• The Croc-TPS is not a trough cleaning device.
The lter is tted to protect the pump from
becoming blocked and causing damage to
the pump.
• The solar panel must be installed on a strong
wooden or steel post, out of the reach of
the animals being watered, so there is no
interference with the solar panel and its parts.
• Pump lter should be cleaned regularly
depending on the situation. A coarse
laundry brush is recommended.
• The trough should be cleaned thoroughly
before installing the pump system.
• If algae is present, it is recommended to treat
the trough with an Algaecide to kill the algae
cells present in the trough.
• Animals are very inquisitive; they will tamper
with and chew on any loose materials when
bored. So, it is imperative that pump and cable
are secured and protected from all animals.
• The TPS has been trialled in many
different trough designs/types.
We can only recommend a basic
installation and protection method.
Please visit croctroughpumps.com
for ideas to assist with your installation.

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Disconnect the pump
1. Pull the lter housing apart from the pump
2. Press on the bottom board while sliding it apart from the pump
3. Turn the impeller cover counter-clockwise to the end and then carefully open the impeller cover
4. Pull the impeller out of the pump
5. Wash every part to clean away the debris
6. Assemble the pump in reverse sequence
7. Connect the pump
8. Clean the solar panel
9. Check the solar panel is not damaged
10. Test power is being produced by the solar panel
Be careful to never drop the ceramic axle when cleaning the pumps; it is very fragile.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If the pump does not operate even though the solar panel is in full sunlight,
please check the possible failure list below.
If the pump starts losing power or stops working after operating for a certain
time, clean the pump, following the steps below (also see the above gures
for demonstration)
PROBLEM RESOLOUTION
No power to the pump Check the electrical connection between pump and solar module
Water Pump is noisy Blockage in pump, needs to be cleared
Poor ow Clean the pump as described in disassembly
No ow Impeller may be broken, check and replace
Pump not operating but water owing through tubes Clean the tube and the lter to ensure they are not blocked

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DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Pump disassembly and cleaning
Disassembly Instructions CROC TPS50

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IMPORTANT
DUE TO THE HARSH CONDITIONS, THE WARRANTY IS VOID IF USED IN MARINE WATER OR
SALTWATER ABOVE 4000 PPM OF SALT.
Trials have indicated the pump will operate in higher salt content water up to 8000ppm of salt,
but some failures have occurred due to the harshness of certain water types.
Croc-TPS cannot honour the warranty if the pump is regularly run outside of these parameters.
Regular servicing and cleaning of the pump is highly recommended in these circumstances.
CAUTIONS
• Any altering of the product itself or changing of
the components voids the warranty.
• Do not connect the pump to any AC power
supply directly; it’s designed ONLY for DC
power.
• All the connectors are protected against
reverse polarity . Do not insert the plug
with reverse polarity using unnecessary force.
• Operate the pump in water only (never
above 42°C), and especially keep it away from
ammable liquids (water maximum salt
content 4000ppm).Trials have indicated the
pump will operate in higher salt content water,
but some failures have occurred due to the
harshness of certain water types.
Croc-TPS cannot honour the warranty if
the pump is regularly run outside of these
parameters. Regular servicing and cleaning of
the pump is highly recommended.
• Do not strike the solar panel.
• Do not let the pump run dry.

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This product comes with a 12 months warranty
against defects and motor failure (Warranty).
The benets provided in this Warranty are in
addition to other rights and remedies available to
you under Australian Consumer Law.
The Warranty is provided to the original purchaser
of the product on the following terms:
The Warranty is given by;
Grieger Investments Pty Ltd Trading As Croc
Trough Pumping Systems
PO Box 3196 Hendra QLD 4011.
Telephone: [phone].
Email: [email protected]om
To make a claim under the Warranty you must
return the faulty product to the place of purchase
with a valid receipt or proof of purchase.
A Warranty claim must be made within 12
monthsof the date of purchase.
If your claim complies with the above terms
and the product is not an exhaustible item,
and no voiding events have occurred, we will
(at our sole discretion):
- repair the product, if possible; or
- provide a replacement product; or
- If a replacement product is not available, provide
a refund for the purchase price paid.
You will bear the cost associated with claiming
under the Warranty, such as the cost of
transportation and delivery of the product
to and from the place of purchase.
The product contains a complete Impellor Set and
O Ring. These items are exhaustible. Exhaustible
Items are not covered under the Warranty.
The Warranty will be void if any of the following
events occur, as determined by us, at our sole
discretion (Voiding Events):
- Any tampering/removal of warranty
identication labels of electrical
components is evident;
- The defect has arisen due to: an accident,
incorrect or inadequate installation, misuse
or abuse of the product (including improper
maintenance and service), excessive wear and
tear, not following manufacturer’s guidelines/
instructions, or the product has been used in
a manner contrary to the purpose or suitability of
the product;
- The product has been modied without our
authority;
- The defect is caused by power surges/spikes
or brownouts.
Loss of livestock, damage to property or personal injury caused by the improper use or
abuse of the product will not be covered and the Manufacturer excludes all liabilities for
such events, to the extent permitted by Australian law
Additional to the warranty set out above, our goods come with a guarantee that cannot be
excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or a refund for a
major failure and for compensation for any other foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled
to have goods repaired or replaced or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and
the failure does not amount to a major failure
Please contact your reseller for original replacement parts.
Patent Pending. The CrocTM Trough Pumping System is the subject of PCT Publication No
WO2019056049A1 and associated national and regional phase patent applications.

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