KC 23.580 User manual

Pump for Micro Plastic Particles
Model 23.580
Manual
KC Denmark
Research Equipment
Limnology ⚫Oceanography ⚫Hydrobiology

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Manual for plastic particle
pump –1 x 230 VAC/750
Watt
Model no.
23.580
The pump must be deployed by a separate
steel wire or similar, as the cable cannot bear
the pump’s weight. Deploying this pump
requires a constant relief of the cable in its
entire length, to avoid any cable damage
because of the cable’s weight.
In order to cool the motor, it is important
deploying the pump beneath the water
surface before it gets started.
The pump can be used in vertical as well as
horizontally position.
Maximum depth: 40 m.
Preparing the pump
1
Secure the rack (optional) by means of 4 bolts.
Standard delivery of the box has a bracket for
mounting on the bulkhead.

2
Connect the cable to the plankton pump. Take care
not to damage the cylindrical parts of the
connectors. Any deformation will hinder a proper
connection and the O-ring cannot tighten properly.
3
Push the connectors firmly to each other and the
eye of the bracket must fit into the small tap of the
connector to ensure ground is present through the
connector. Tighten the screw firmly. Do not use
the screw to pull the connector’s parts to each
other.
When you disassemble the connector, take care so
you don’t lose the eye and the screw.
5
Connect the cable with the CEE plug on the right
side of the control box. The cable is for the main
supply of 230 VAC/1 ph.
Connect the cable to the Subconn connector on
right side of the control box.
6
Use a steel wire or similar for deploying the pump.
Do not use the cable itself for the deployment, as
it cannot hold the pump’s weight.
Grease the Subconn connector before attaching;
see the guide on page 7-11.
7
Connect the main cable to main supply of 230
VAC, 1 ph. Power consumption: 750 W. Ensure a
good ground connection for the equipment to avoid
electrical shock and injury to personnel.

The Filter Unit
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The pump supports four detachable filters made of
AISI 316 stainless steel net. Standard delivery
comes with a coarse filter plate (5000 µm) and 3
nets of 1000, 500 and 300 µm. Assemble the nets
with an empty ring at the bottom (not shown).
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The pump’s flow goes from the middle of the
cylindrical pump, through the filter unit and the
flow meter then having output at the pumps lower
end.
Insert the filter unit, using the coarse filter on top
and gradually smaller sizes beneath.
In order to cool down the motor, (the upper half),
it is recommended that it is covered by water.
10
Push the filter unit against the stop pins.
11
Insert the locking pin to prevent the filters from
falling out.

12
Beneath the locking pins, turn the two wing nuts to
secure the filters.
13
To prevent rotating of the pump rack and the
cable/wire, you can add a steering fin. Mount it by
means of 4 bolts.
Operating the pump
14
Turn the red knob clockwise and the display is
illuminated.
Continuous mode:
Pressing the green button starts the pump in
continuously mode and the display shows the
actual pump volume as live view.
Press the red button to stop the pump.
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Programmable pump volume:
Tapping the display shows an intuitive display. Add
the requested volume measured in litres. Press
“enter”and the display returns to live view. Press
the green button and the pump will start.
The pump stops automatically when the desired
volume is reached.
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The pump symbol to the right in the display turns
green during the pumping.
Once the session has ended, the display shows the
amount and the elapsed time. To the left on the
display you will find the reset function.
Depending of the filter sizes and the corresponding
clogging you may experience that pump speed is
reduced.

Maintenance
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IMPORTANT
After use or before storing: Always wash out
the pump using fresh water.
Do not use alcohol for cleaning acrylic parts.
Give plankton nets proper care and
maintenance. Do not let particulate matter
dry on the net because it can significantly
reduce size of mesh apertures and increase
frequency of clogging.
Wash net thoroughly with fresh water after
use. Periodically clean with a warm soap
solution. It is also advisable letting the net to
air-dry after washing.
KC Denmark A/S is not, and cannot be held,
responsible for any damage(s) made to
equipment or to operators who ignore safety
precautions or because of misuse or wrong
operation.
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There are two zinc anodes on top of the pump, and
we strongly recommend these when operating the
pump in salt water.
The zinc anode (28.102) protects against corrosion
of the pump. Replace once the material is eroded.

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Specifications
Power:
Power requirements:
1 x 230 Volt AC, 50 Hz, 1 ph.
Power consumption:
750 Watts
Pump:
Capacity:
12000 L/hour (app. 200 L/min. at 0 m
water column). Filter inserts and
clogging of the net will reduce pump
volume
Material:
The pump itself: AISI 304 stainless
steel, all other parts: AISI 316 stainless
steel
Filter unit:
A coarse filter plate (5000 µm) and 3
sizes: 1000, 500 and 300 µm. Other
sizes on request
Flow meter:
Magnetic/inductive, accuracy typical
0,035 %
Pump, dimensions:
Footprint, max.:
60 x 60 cm
Height, total:
137 cm
Weight, pump, incl. steering fin:
49,2 kg
Maximum depth:
40 m
Control box, dimensions:
Footprint:
46 x 46 cm
Height, total:
93 cm
Weight:
24 kg
Control box:
Encapsulation:
Control box: IP 65.
Switches: IP 66.
Weight, pump, control box and 40 m cable:
85 kg
Rev.: March 8, 2021 –lkj
KC Denmark A/S
Research Equipment
Limnology ⚫Oceanography ⚫Hydrobiology
E-mail: [email protected] website: http://www.kc-denmark.dk/
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