Pentek INTELLIDRIVE PID10 User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE™
6016 0412
Installation/Operation/Parts
For further operating, installation,
or maintenance assistance call:
866-9PENTEK
(866-973-6835)
PID10, PID20, PID50
©2012 PN957 (08/14/12)

Safety 2
Important Safety
Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual
contains important instructions that should be
followed during installation, operation, and
maintenance of the PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE Variable
Frequency Drive (VFD).
This is the safety alert symbol. When you see
this symbol on your PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE or in
this manual, look for one of the following signal
words and be alert to the potential for personal
injury!
indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE addresses practices not related to
personalinjury.
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in
this manual and on the PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE.
Keep safety labels in good condition. Replace
missing or damaged safety labels.
Risk of high-voltage electrical shock
from EMI/RFI filter inside drive. Can shock,
burn or kill if the front cover of the PENTEK
INTELLIDRIVE is open or removed while power
is connected to the Drive or the Drive is running.
The front cover of the Drive must be closed during
operation.
• Makeallwiringconnections,thencloseand
fasten the cover before turning on power to drive.
• NEVER open the box when power is connected to
Drive.
• Beforedoinganyserviceormaintenanceinside
Drive or when connecting or disconnecting any
wires inside Drive:
1. DISCONNECT power.
2. WAIT 5 minutes for retained voltage
todischarge.
3. Open box.
• Beforestartinganywiringorinspection
procedures, check for residual voltage with a
voltage tester.
• NEVER connect power wiring to Drive before
mounting the box.
• NEVER handle or service Drive with wet or damp
hands. Always make sure hands are dry before
working on Drive .
• NEVER reach into or change the cooling fan while
power is applied to Drive.
• NEVER touch the printed circuit board when
power is applied to Drive.
Risk of fire. Can cause severe injury,
property damage or death if installed with incorrect
or inadequate circuit breaker protection. To ensure
protection in the event of an internal fault in the
PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE, install the Drive on an
independent branch circuit protected by a circuit
breaker (see Table 2 for circuit-breaker sizing), with
no other appliances on the circuit.
Risk of burns. The Drive can become
hot during normal operation. Allow it to cool for
5minutes after shut-down and before handling it to
avoid burns.
NOTICE To avoid damage to Drive or problems
with Drive:
• Connectoutputcablesto3-wire and 3-phase
submersible motors as follows:
  RedtoR,YellowtoY,BlacktoB.
Any other order will reverse the motor rotation
and may damage the motor.
• Connectoutputcablesto2-wire 1-phase
submersible motors as follows:
  ConnecttoYandBonly.
Connect Ground to green screw.
• Aboveground3-phasemotorsmayhavedifferent
lead colors. Generally connect output leads
asfollows:
  RtoL1,YtoL2,BtoL3.
Verify rotation after startup.
• Donotmodifyequipment.
• Donotusepowerfactorcorrectioncapacitors
as they will damage both motor and
PENTEK
INTELLIDRIVE .
• Donotremoveanypartsunlessinstructedtodo
so in Owner’s Manual.
• DonotuseamagneticcontactoronDrivefor
frequent starting/stopping.
• DonotinstalloroperateDriveifitisdamagedor
parts are missing.
• BeforestartingDrivethathasbeeninstorage,
always inspect it and test operation.
• Donotcarryoutamegger(insulationresistance)
test on the control circuit of the Drive .
• Donotallowlooseforeignobjectswhichcan
conduct electricity (such as screws and metal
fragments) inside Drive box at any time. Do not
allow flammable substances (such as oil) inside
Drive box at any time.
• GroundDriveaccordingtotherequirementsof
the National Electrical Code Section 250, IEC536
Class 1, or the Canadian Electrical Code (as
applicable), and any other codes and ordinances
that apply.
• Allinstallation,servicework,andinspections
must be done by qualified electrician.

Table of Contents 3
Owner’s Information
PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE Model No. _________________________
PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE Serial No. _________________________
Pump Model No. _________________________
Pump Serial No. _________________________
Motor Model No. _________________________
Motor Service Factor Amps _________________________
Pressure Tank Model No. _________________________
Pressure Tank Serial No. _________________________
Dealer/Installer: _____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
Installer Phone No. _________________________
Date of Installation _________________________
Wire Lengths in Feet (Meters):
CircuitBreakertoDrive _________________________
PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE to Motor _________________________
Supply Voltage _________________________
Note to Installer: Record the data listed above for future reference. Give manual to
end user or attach to
PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE when installation is complete.
Fan
EMI/RFI Filter
6020 0609
Risk of electric shock. Can
shock, burn or kill.
• Drive’sinternal
components retain
high voltage for up to
5minutes after input
power is disconnected.
• EMI/RFIFiltercarries
high voltage when pump
is running.
• Disconnectpowerand
wait 5 minutes before
opening PENTEK
INTELLIDRIVE cover.
Safety .............................................................2
Owner’s Information.................................................3
Description ...................................................... 4-5
Installation ...................................................... 6-10
Initial Startup ................................................... 11-12
Programming ................................................... 13-16
I/O Connections ................................................ 17-18
Additional Information ..............................................19
Troubleshooting ................................................ 20-22
Warranty .........................................................23

Description 4
Specifications/Ratings
Input Voltage ........... 1-Phase 230VAC Nominal (190–265VAC)
Input Frequency ......................................................... 50/60Hz
Ambient Tempature Range ............ -4 to 122 °F (-20° to 50 °C)
Output Connections ..................3-Phase, 3-Wire/1-Phase or
1-Phase/2-Wire
Max Motor Cable Length.......................................... 1,000 feet
Enclosure....................................................................... Type 1
Table 1 - Specifications
Model Max
HP
Input
Phase
Motor
Operation
Max
Amps
PID10 1.0 12-wire, 3-wire,
3-phase
10.5
PID20 2.0 13.5
PID50 5.0 1 3-phase 18.0
The PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE is specifically designed
to operate 4” submersible pumps and 3-phase
above ground pumps in water well and residential
booster applications. Each Drive is rated for
maximum output amp rating. Any use of Drive
outside of intended design parameters will void
warranty. If Drive is used with above ground motors
not rated for a Variable Frequency Drive, maximize
motor life by limiting lead length to 25 ft. Refer to
pump Owner’s Manual and the National Electrical
Code for proper wire size.
Each carton contains:
•PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE Variable Frequency Drive
•PressureTransducer
•10’PressureTransducerCable
•QuickStartGuide
•Owner’sManual
PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE Model Number Structure
6004 0509
Transducer; install in straight
pipe downstream of tank, at
least one foot away from
pipe fittings on each side.
Gnd
(3 phase only)
PENTEK
INTELLIDRIVE™
Gnd
Figure 1 - A typical residential installation layout
PIDXX
Product Family
PID - PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE
HP Range
10 = up to 1.0 HP
20 = up to 2.0 HP
50 = up to 5.0 HP
The PID10 and PID20
will operate a 1-phase
2-wire, 1-phase 3-wire, and 3-phase motor up to the
HP range of the Drive. The PID50 only operates a
3-phase motor up to 5 HP.

Description 5
Transducer
The PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE uses a 4-20mA,
0-100PSI pressure transducer to control motor
speed (max is 300 PSI transducer).
The transducer (see Figure 1) senses pressure in
the pipe and converts it to an electrical signal.
The Drive senses and processes the signal in the
PID (Proportional, Integration, Derivative) control.
When operating in AUTOSTART mode, the Drive
increases and decreases the speed of the pump
motor as needed to maintain constant pressure in
the piping system.
Keypad
The keypad programs the Drive, monitors the status
of the pump, and displays faults if they occur.
Each button has a unique function, as described in
Figure 2. The LCD display shows a text display of
the status of the Drive’s operation. Other LEDs light
up to indicate when certain buttons are pressed or
certain events occur.
Fan
The Drive uses a thermostatically controlled
internal fan which operates automatically when
necessary to cool the Drive components.
Figure 2 - PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE keypad functions
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Stops the motor.
Power is ON to Drive.
A fault has occurred.
Selects menu items and confirms
numeric value changes.
Displays Drive’s current operating
condition and changes display
parameters.
Changes display to previous screen.
Drive is in Warning Mode (TPM); refer to
Troubleshooting section.
Changes internal pressure setpoint from
15 PSI to transducer max -3PSI
(default is 60 PSI).
Runs the Drive at 45Hz (with no
pressure control) to allow installer to
pump out well.*
Up and down arrows scroll through
menus and change numeric values.
Toggles between English, Spanish, and
French (default is English).
Resets fault that stopped Drive/pump.
With code, locks and unlocks password
protected keys.
Left and right arrows move cursor.
Shows last 15 faults.
Checks for line fill, then starts pump in
constant pressure mode.
Views and changes parameters.

Installation 6
Table 2 - Circuit Breaker and Wire Sizes.
Motor Drive
Model Volts Motor HP Wire Size* Circuit Breaker** Generator (kVA)***
Input Output
2-wire PID10
230
1/2 14 14 15 2.2
3/4 12 12 3.1
1 20 4.4
PID20 1-1/2 10 10 25 5.3
3-wire
PID10
1/2 14 14
15
2.3
3/4 12 12 3.0
1 3.5
PID20 1-1/2 10 10 25 5.3
2 5.8
3 phase
PID10
1/2 14 14 15
2.1
3/4 2.8
112 3.4
PID20 1-1/2 12 20 4.4
210 25 5.5
PID50 3 10 30 7.3
5 6 8 50 12.6
* AWG will change depending on the length of wire. See Tables 3-6.
** With properly-sized circuit breakers, the Drive is protected from short circuit on the input and the
output. There is no risk of fire or electrical shock due to a short circuit. The Drive has NEC Class 10
overload protection.
*** Minimum 240V generator size.
NOTICE Information in Tables 3-6 applies ONLY to PENTEK®motors. For other motors, refer to motor
manufacturer specifications for wire sizing.
Table 3 - Service Entrance to Drive - 1 Phase, 2-Wire 40°C Ambient, and 5 percent Voltage Drop,
60C and 75C Insulation (copper only).
Motor Rating Maximum Cable Length in feet (M)
Volts HP SFA 14 AWG 12 AWG 10 AWG 8 AWG 6 AWG 4AWG
230
1/2 4.7 447 (136) 712 (217) 1000 (305) –
–
–
3/4 6.2 341(104) 542 (165) 864 (263) 1000 (305)
1 8.1 261(79) 415 (126) 661 (202) 1000 (305)
1 1/2 10.4 203 (62) 323 (98) 515 (157) 816 (249) 1000 (305)
2 12.2 173 (53) 275 (84) 439 (134) 696 (212) 1000 (305)
3 10.1 209 (64) 333 (101) 530 (162) 840 (256) 1000 (305)
5 17.5 121(37) 192 (59) 306 (93) 485 (148) 754 (230) 1000 (305)

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Installation 7
Table 4 - AWG Wire Sizing, Drive to 1-Phase, 2-Wire Motor, 40°C Ambient, and 5 percent Voltage Drop,
60C and 75C Insulation (copper only).
Motor P/N Motor Rating Maximum Cable Length in feet (M)
Volts HP SFA 14 AWG 12 AWG 10 AWG 8 AWG 6 AWG
P42B0005A2-01
230
1/2 4.7 447 (136) 712 217) 1000 (305) –
–P42B0007A2-01 3/4 6.2 341 (104) 542 (165) 864 (263) 1000 (305)
P42B0010A2-01 1 8.1 261 (80) 415 (126) 661 (201) 1000 (305)
P42B0015A2-01 1 1/2 10.4 203 (62) 323 (98) 515 (157) 816 (249) 1000 (305)
Table 5 - AWG Wire Sizing, Drive to 3-Wire, 1-Phase Motor, 40°C Ambient, and 5 percent Voltage Drop,
60C and 75C Insulation (copper only).
Motor P/N Motor Rating Maximum Cable Length in feet (M)
Volts HP SFA 14 AWG 12 AWG 10 AWG 8 AWG 6 AWG
P43B0005A2-01
230
1/2 4.8 440 (134) 700 (213) 1000 (305) –
–P43B0007A2-01 3/4 6352 (107) 560 (171) 893 (272) 1000 (305)
P43B0010A2-01 1 7.3 289 (88) 460 (140) 734 (224) 1000 (305)
P43B0015A2-01 1 1/2 10.9 194 (59) 308 (94) 492 (150) 778 (237) 1000 (305)
P43B0020A2-01 2 12.2 173 (53) 275 (84) 439 (134) 696 (212) 1000 (305)
Table 6 - AWG Wire Sizing, Drive to 3-Phase Motor, 40°C Ambient, and 5 percent Voltage Drop,
60C and 75C Insulation (copper only).
Motor P/N Motor Rating Maximum Cable Length in feet (M)
Volts HP SFA 14 AWG 12 AWG 10 AWG 8 AWG 6 AWG 4 AWG*
P43B0005A3
230
1/2 2.9 728 (222) 1000 (305) –
–
__
P43B0007A3 3/4 3.9 541 (165) 861 (262) 1000 (305)
P43B0010A3 1 4.7 449 (137) 715 (218) 1000 (305)
P43B0015A3 1 1/2 6.1 346 (105) 551 (168) 878 (268) 1000 (305)
P43B0020A3 2 7.6 278 (85) 442 (135) 705 (215) 1000 (305)
P43B0030A3 3 10.1 209 64) 333 (101) 530 (162) 840 (256) 1000 (305)
P43B0050A3 5 17.5 306 (93) 485 (148) 754 (230) 1000 (305)
*Installations that require wire gauge larger than 6AWG will require an external junction box. Run 6AWG
wire from the Drive into the junction box, then make external connections with wire nuts to appropriately
sized wire.

8Installation 8
Mounting the Drive
To mount the Drive as shown in Figure 6, follow
this procedure:
1. First, remove the cover by backing out screw
at bottom of front cover.
2. Push on backplate with thumbs while pulling
the cover toward you with index fingers,
creating a gap. See Figures 3 and 4.
3. Pull bottom of cover towards you; liftup on
cover and remove. See Figure 5.
4. With the cover removed, permanently mount
the Drive using the top slotted hole, plus
either the three bottom holes (for flat surface
mounting) or the center bottom hole (for
attaching to a post or stud). See Figure 6.
Gap
Figure 3 - Seperate cover and backplate
Figure 4 - Gap between cover and backplate
Figure 5 - Pull out bottom of cover
5. Ensure the Drive’s ventilation holes are not
blocked and there is enough space around it
to allow free air flow (minimum 3” clearance
on top, bottom, and sides). See Figure 6. Once
the Drive is mounted, electrical wiring can be
connected.
6. To reattach the Drive cover, hook the top of it
on backplate (be sure to leave a gap). Lower
bottom of cover into place. Push cover evenly
against backplate, eliminating the gap. See
Figure 7.
7. Replace screw at bottom of front cover.
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Figure 6 - Attaching Drive to wall
Typical
230VAC
Circuit
Breaker
(Double
Width)
Figure 7 - Reattaching Drive cover

9Installation 9
01+ 01+ I1+ I1- I2+ I2- V+ V- AI+ AI- P N SD CARD
Transducer Cable
Connections
Submersible Motor: 3-Ph./ 3-W. 1-Ph., follow colors as above.
Submersible Motor: 1-Ph./ 2-W., connect to Y and B, any order.
Above-Ground Motors: L1 to R, L2 to Y, L3 to B; verify rotation.
Output
Ground Screw
Input Power
Connections
Input
Ground Screws
Red
Yellow
Black
Green/Yellow (Ground)
Green/Yellow
(Ground)
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Motor Connections
Red to AI+
Black to AI–
Green Cable Shield/Screw
Figure 9 - Basic Wiring Connections for Startup
Wiring
To allow for ease of wiring, the enclosure wiring
area is free of electronics other than the terminals.
Conduit holes and knockouts are located so
that the wire can be fed straight through to the
connectors, with minimal bending. The terminals
accept 6-14 AWG wire.
Installations that require larger wire gauge than
6AWG will require an external junction box. Run
6AWG wire from the Drive into the junction box,
then make external connections with wire nuts to
appropriately sized wire.
NOTICE For convenience in wiring, the input and
motor terminals unplug from the box. Pull them
down to remove them for ease of access, as shown
in Figure 9.
Verify that the terminal connectors are completely
seated when you replace them. It is best practice
to connect all output wires (larger wire gauge) first,
then all input wires.
Pump Connections
If the PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE is used with above
ground motors not rated for Variable Frequency
Drive use, maximize motor life by limiting lead
length to 25 ft. Refer to the pump owner’s manual,
the National Electrical Code, and local codes for
proper wire size.
The output of the Drive is single phase (2-wire or
3-wire) or 3-phase, depending on motor selection
during startup.
The output power terminals (motor wire
connections) are located on the lower right side
of the Drive and are labeled R (Red), Y (Yellow),
andB(Black).SeeTables2through6forsuggested
wiresizes.
Feed the motor cable through the 3/4” conduit hole
on the bottom right side and into the appropriate
terminals. If the wire is large enough to require a
larger conduit hole, remove the 1-1/4” knockout
and use the appropriate conduit connections.
Attach the motor ground wire to the grounding
screw, located to the upper right of the terminal
block. Attach the motor power wires to the
terminals as shown in Figure 9.
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Figure 8 - Pull input and motor terminals down to
remove, making wiring easier.

10Installation 10
Pressure Tank Recommendations
Minimum tank size is two gallons. Use a pre-
charged pressure tank with Drive, as shown in
Table6. The tank size must equal at least 20
percent of the pump’s rated flow in gallons per
minute (GPM), but cannot be less than two gallons
capacity. For example, a pump rated at 7GPM
would require a tank of two gallons capacity or
larger. A pump rated at 50 GPM would require a 10
gallon tank or larger. Tanks larger than 10gallons
can be used, but may require adjustment of Wake
Delayparameter.
Table 7 - Control Pressure Set Point and Tank
Pre-Charge Pressure Values (PSI).
Pressure
Point
Setting
(PSI)
Precharge
Pressure
(PSI)
Pressure
Point
Setting
(PSI)
Precharge
Pressure
(PSI)
25 18 65 46
30 21 70 49
35 25 75 53
40 28 80 56
45 32 85 60
50 35 90 63
55 39 95 67
60
(Default) 42 –
NOTICE Set pressure tank’s pre-charge to 70
percent of the system operating pressure. When
using an external set point as well as an internal
set point, pre-charge tank to 70 percent of the
lower setpoint of the two. Some applications may
require a different percentage when determining
the setpoint.
Transducer Connections
A 0-100 PSI 4-20 mA transducer is provided with
Drive. Install the transducer downstream of tank,
as shown in Figure 1. Install transducer in a tee
in a straight section of pipe with at least 1 foot of
straight pipe on each side of the tee (i.e., all fittings
must be at least 1 foot away from transducer).
Feed transducer cable through the open 1/2”
conduit hole on bottom of the Drive enclosure.
As shown in Figure 5, connect the red wire of the
transducer cable to AI+, connect black wire to AI–,
and connect the green cable shield to the metal
cable shield screw.
To connect the transducer wires:
1. Strip wire ½ inch
2. Push spring terminal up with finger or slotted
screwdriver
3. Insert wires from bottom
4. Release spring terminal
Input Power Connections
The input power terminals are located on the
lower left side and are marked L1 and L2 (see
Figure 9). There is a ground screw for the input
ground wire to the right of the connector (torque
to 10 lbs in). Feed wire through the 3/4” conduit
hole on the bottom left side and into appropriate
terminals. If wire is large enough to require a larger
conduit hole, remove the 1-1/4” knockout and use
appropriate conduitconnections.
To determine the correct wire sizes for installation,
see Tables 2 through 6.
NOTICE The PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE only accepts
230V single phase input power. If incoming power
does not match this, have a qualified electrician
alter supply voltage to 230V/1Ph before connecting
it to the Drive.

11Initial Startup 11
Initial Startup and
Programming Procedures
Ensure that the cover is installed before operating
the PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE.
Most installations will only require the initial
startup settings. However, the installer may need
to set additional parameters. Information about
accessing all parameters, explanations of their
functions, and procedures for changing parameter
values, will be found later in this section.
1. Program the Drive: Apply power to the
PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE. Setup Guide will appear
in the display. Follow keypress sequence shown in
Figure 10.
NOTICE If Setup Guide does not appear, refer to
Drive Reset Procedure, Figure 20.
2. Select 80 Hz Operation, if necessary (See 60 Hz
to 80Hz Operation for more information):
A. Press MAINMENU button.
B. Followthekeypresssequenceshownin
Figure11.
Service Factor Amps
To maximize pump performance, be sure to
enter the correct Service Factor Amps (SF Amps)
in the
PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE .
• EnteringSFAmpshigher than the motor rating
lets the Drive supply more amps to the motor
than the motor is designed for and may allow
the motor to overheat (see Table 8).
• EnteringSFAmpslower than the motor rating
limits the output amps to less than the motor is
designed for and will reduce the performance
of the pump.
• Forany1-Phase3-Wiremotor,thecorrect
Service Factor Amp rating for the Drive is Cap
Start/Cap Run amps (see Table 8). This may
not match the motor nameplate, which (for a
Single Phase, 3-Wire motor) will generally be
Cap Start/ Induction Run Amps.
• Forany3-Phaseor1Phase,2-Wiremotor,
use the motor nameplate Service Factor
Amprating.
NOTICE PENTEK® submersible motors may differ
from motors of the same horsepower from other
manufacturers. For 1-Phase, 3-Wire motors from
all other submersible motor manufacturers,
enter the motor manufacturer’s CS/CR service
factor amps for your motor. For 3-Phase or
2-Wire 1-Phase motors, use the motor nameplate
amp value. Also see Retro Fit Applications.
Press Enter
Press Enter
Press Enter
Press Enter
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Apply 230V to Drive
Set Time
Set Date
Setup Complete
1 Phase
Connection Type
(2 Wire or 3 Wire)
3 Phase
Motor Type
Subm or Above Gnd
Enter Service
Factor Amps
Enter Motor Phase
(1 Phase or 3 Phase)
Press Enter
Figure 10 - Drive Setup Guide.
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Use arrows to
scroll to Motor
Press Enter
Use arrows to
select 80 Hz
Press Enter
to save
Press MAIN MENU
button
Press Enter
Use arrows to select
Max Frequency
Figure 11 - Select 80 Hz (3-phase operation only).

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3. Pump out well (if necessary):
Direct pump’s discharge to appropriate location
not connected to system and press Pump Out.
The pump will run at 45 Hz.
Adjust frequency as appropriate:
A. Press ENTER
B. Changefrequencyvalue
NOTICE Above ground pumps should run at 60
Hz for this step (until pump is primed). Then
adjust frequency as necessary.
C. Press ENTER again.
Run the Drive in this mode until the well
discharge runs clear, then press STOP button to
stop Drive.
Risk of explosion. In Pump Out
mode, pump runs at a constant speed, which
can cause very high pressure if flow is restricted.
4. Verify installation: Make sure that the system has
properly-sized, pressure-relief valve and pressure
tank.
Make sure pressure tank’s precharge is correct.
See Table 7.
Make sure pump discharge is connected to
system.
5. System Start:
A. Open valves at the ends of lines so that air
will escape during pressurization.
B. PressAuto Start; close valves at the ends of
lines after all air has escaped.
C. The system goes into Constant Pressure
Operation as soon as the transducer registers
the Dry Run Sensitivity parameter (default
is 10 PSI). If system pressure does not reach
thatPSI value within 3 minutes, the Drive will
stop. Press Auto Start again to restart line fill.
If longer priming or line fill time is required,
adjust Fill Time parameter. See Table 9.
Changing a Parameter Value
This procedure works for ANY parameter.
A. Press MAINMENU button.
B. Followthekeypresssequenceshownin
Figure12:
A shorthand way to remember this is:
• PressENTER to change a value
• PressENTER again to save it
• Ifnewvalueisnotsaved,anyscreenchangewill
result in the loss of the new value.
Table 9 lists all available commands and
parameters for the PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE.
Initial Start-up 12
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Use arrows to
find a parameter
Use arrows to
change the value
Press Enter to Save
Press Enter
Figure 12 - Changing parameter value.
Table 8 - PENTEK Motor Service Factor Amps
Motor
Type
PENTEK Part
Number
Rating @
230V
Service
Factor
Amps
HP
2-Wire
P42B0005A2-01 1/2 4.7
P42B0007A2-01 3/4 6.2
P42B0010A2-01 1 8.1
P42B0015A2-01 1-1/2 10.4
P42B0005A2 1/2 4.7
P42B0007A2 3/4 6.4
P42B0010A2 1 9.1
P42B0015A2 1-1/2 11.0
CS/CR
3-Wire
P43B0005A2-01 1/2 4.8
P43B0007A2-01 3/4 6.0
P43B0010A2-01 1 7.3
P43B0015A2-01 1-1/2 10.9
P43B0005A2 1/2 4.9
P43B0007A2 3/4 6.3
P43B0010A2 1 7.2
P43B0015A2 1-1/2 11.1
P43B0020A2 2 12.2
3-Phase
P43B0005A3 1/2 2.9
P43B0007A3 3/4 3.9
P43B0010A3 1 4.7
P43B0015A3 1-1/2 6.1
P43B0020A3 2 7.6
P43B0030A3 3 10.1
P43B0050A3 5 17.5

13Programming 13
60 Hz to 80 Hz Operation
When installing the PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE with
a motor and liquid end of the same HP rating,
operate it at 60 Hz (the default value). The Drive
can be operated at frequencies of up to 80 Hz
when the installation uses a 3-phase motor 2 times
the size of the pump. For example, a 1 HP pump
with a 2 HP 3-phase motor. This combination
will equal the performance of a conventional
2HPpump.
Press Main Menu and follow the keypress sequence
shown in Figure7 .BesuretopressENTER to save
the new Max Frequency selected. The Drive will
now use the new value selected.
NOTICE The Drive will not allow the output amps
to go above the Service Factor Amps selected on
thekeypad.Becauseofthis,some80Hzoperations
may be limited. This protects the motor and may be
a commonoccurrence in a 80Hz operation.
Keypad Lock - Password
The password locks or unlocks the blue buttons
on keypad. All PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE units are
shipped from factory with the default password
7777. It can be changed to any other 1 to 4 digit
number. To reset password to a unique password
for unit, unlock keypad (see below) and follow the
keypress sequence shown in Figure 8 to make the
change.
If installer does not press the password button, then
the keypad will automatically lock 60 minutes after
the Drive is powered up. The time out period is
adjustable (see Table 9).
To unlock keypad press Password, use directional
arrows to select numeric code and press ENTER.
NOTICE For more detailed information on keypad
functions, see Figure 2.
Pump Out Operation
Press Pump Out. The Drive will start pump in a
constant speed mode (default 45 Hz). The pump
will run until STOP or Auto Start are pushed.
If speed change is necessary, follow keypress
sequence shown in Figure 8 to change parameter
as desired.
Setting the Pressure
NOTICE Default pressure setting is 60 PSI. If this
value is changed, adjust tank pressure accordingly
(see Table 7).
There are three ways to change the pressure
setpoint:
1. While running the pump
• Follow keypress sequence shown in Figure
13 to make desiredchange. This parameter
allows either Internal or External Setpoint
to be changed, depending on which one is
referenced at the time the change is made.
2. Via the PSI Preset
3. Via the Main Menu (Main Menu/Settings/
Setpoint/Internal Setpoint)
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Press PSI Preset
Use arrows to
change the value
Press Enter to Save
Press Enter
Figure 14 - Change PSI Setpoint using PSIPreset.
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Press Auto Start
Use arrows to
change the value
Press Enter to Save
Press Enter
Verify
“Running Fixed Press”
displayed on screen
Figure 13 - Change PSI Setpoint while running
pump.

14Programming 14
Table 9 - Main Menu and Parameters
Menu
Settings Parameter Unit of Measure
Value Description
Default Min. Max.
Time/Date
Hour Format Hours 12Hr 12Hr 24Hr Selects 12 or 24 hour time scale.
Time mm:ss 1:00 AM 1 24 Sets current time. Used for time
stamp in fault log.
Date MM/DD/YYYY 1/1/12 – – Sets current date. Used for date
stamp in fault log.
PID Control
Proportional
Gain – 2500 0 10000
Sets the PID controller gain. Used
in conjunction with all PID Control
parameters to control how fast or
slow the Drive reacts to pressure
changes.
Integration
Time Milliseconds 500 ms 20 ms 65000 ms
Sets the PID controller integration
time. Used in conjunction with all
PID Control parameters to control
how fast or slow Drive reacts to
pressure changes.
Derivation
Time Milliseconds 60 ms 0 ms 10000 ms
Sets PID controller derivation time.
Used in conjunction with all PID
Control parameters to control how
fast or slow Drive reacts to pressure
changes.
Derivative
Limit – 120 0 2000 Sets derivative filter time constant for PID controller.
Sleep
Boost
Differential PSI 3 PSI 3 PSI 10 PSI
First part of Boost Process. Pressure
boost that happens before it goes to
Wake Delay.
BoostDelay MM:SS 1 Min 30 Sec 5 Min The time Drive takes to start Boost
Process after system has stabilized.
Wake Up
Differential PSI 5 PSI 5 PSI 15 PSI Pressure amount below setpoint that wakes up Drive.
Wake Delay MM:SS 15 Sec 3 Sec 2 Min
Second part of the Boost Process.
The time it takes to ramp down
pressure during the Boost Process.
Password
Password Time
Out HrHr:mm 1 Hr 1 Min 6 Hr Amount of time it takes to lock keypad (after last button is pressed).
Password – 7777 0000 9999
Password used to unlock keypad.
Table 9 lists all available commands and parameters for the PENTEKINTELLIDRIVE.

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Table 9 - Continued
Menu
Settings Parameter Unit of Measure
Value Description
Default Min Max
Setpoints
Internal
Setpoint PSI 60 PSI 15 PSI
Max
Sensor
Value
minus 3
PSI.
Main pressure setpoint used. Sets
main system operational pressure.
This parameter is accessed here,
through PSI Preset button, or by
pressing Enter button while in
Constant Pressure operation.
External
Setpoint PSI 40 PSI 15 PSI
Max
Sensor
Value
minus 3
PSI.
Second pressure setpoint. When
another pressure setting is desired
other than Internal Setpoint.
Additional programming needed in
I/O section. Requires an external
switch or timer to wired to I1or
I2 terminals. It is only active when
there is voltage present I1terminals
(see Figure 11)
Sub Menu Parameter Unit of
Measure Default Max Min Description
Motor
Motor Phase _ 1 1 3
Selects phase of motor to be
operated. An additional sub menu
will appear, based on phase
selection, to select proper motor
type.
Connection
Type –3 wire 3 wire 2 wire
Wire type for 1 phase motor
operation only. Can only access by
first setting Motor Phase parameter
to 1 Phase.
Motor Type – Subm Subm Above
Gnd
Motor type for 3 phase motor
operation only. Can only access by
first setting Motor Phase parameter
to 3 Phase.
Service Factor
Amps A00.0 A 00.0 A
Per
drive
and
motor
Service factor amps (max. load) of
motor the Drive is operating. Sets
maximum allowed amps at output
of Drive. See Table 7 for values.
Min Frequency Hz 30 Hz 30 Hz
1 below
Max
Hz
Minimum frequency (speed) motor
will run.
Max
Frequency Hz 60 Hz
1 above
Min
Hz
80 Hz
Maximum frequency (speed)
motor will run. Up to 80Hz is only
available on only when Motor
Phase is set to 3.
Sensor Max Sensor
Value PSI 100 PSI 10 PSI 300 PSI
Maximum pressure value of
transducer sensor used with Drive.
Only change if different transducer
is used with Drive, other than 100
PSI max scale.
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Table 9 - Continued
Menu or
Sub Menu Parameter Unit of Measure Value Description
Default Min Max
Ex Runtime
Excessive
Runtime
Detection
_ Enabled
Disabled Enabled Enables or disables Excessive Runtime
Detection.
Excessive
Runtime Hours Hours 24 1 100 Number of hours Drive can run before it faults on Excessive Runtime.
Dry Run
Auto Restart
Delay Minutes 10 Min 3 Min 60 Min Time Drive waits to restart pump when Dry Run is detected.
Number of
Resets – 3 0 5
Number of tries Drive attempts to restart
pump when Dry Run condition is
detected.
Detection Time M:SS 15 Sec 5 Sec 10 Min Time the Drive takes to recognize Dry
Run condition.
Sensitivity PSI 10 0 300
Pressure value that Dry Run condition
is detected at. Dry Run fault will occur
if this pressure cannot be met within
Detection Time window. Lower pressure
= less sensitivity.
Fill Time M:SS 1 M 15 S 10 M
Time allowed to fill (prime) pipes during
Auto Line Fill process. Relates to Dry
Run Sensitivity value.(Time starts after 55
Hz is reached).
I/O
Digital Input 1
– Unused – –
Selects operation of Drive when terminal
I1 is used. Select between Unused, Run
Enabled, Ext Fault, and Setpoint. The
Drive will respond to selected command
when voltage is present at I1 terminal.
Digital Input 2
Relay Output – Unused – –
Selects the operation of Drive when
terminal O1 is used. Select between
Unused, Run, and Fault. The Drive closes
the Relay when Run or Fault is selected.
Over Press Over Pressure PSI 80 PSI 15 PSI 97 PSI
Sets Over Pressure Warning value.
Change if higher than 80 PSI system
pressure is needed.
No Ground No Ground
Detection – Enabled
Disabled Enabled
Selects whether Ground Detection
parameter is Enabled or Disabled. If
Disabled is selected, it will revert back to
Enabled after 72 hours. Warning LED will
flash entire time it is Disabled.
Reset Factory Reset – No No Yes
Resets all parameters to factory defaults.
Displays Setup Guide after it is complete.
Software version displayed here. Does
not clear fault log.
SW Update Software Update – Disabled Disabled Enabled Used to update software, if necessary.
Programming 16

17I/O Connections 17
The I/O terminals are located in the center of
the wiring compartment, as shown previously in
Figure9.
The Digital Input connections (I1 and I2) are used to
control the Drive based on the state of an external
device, such as a flow switch, moisture sensor,
alternator, or other device. Programming is needed
to activate any of these functions (see Table 9).
The Output Relay (O1) is used to control an external
device based on two states of Drive; either Running
the pump or Faulted. Programming is needed to
activate any of these functions (see Table 9).
Cable Installation
Three 1/2” conduit knockouts are provided on the
bottom of the Drive enclosure for the I/O wires.
Breakouttheclosest1/2”knockoutandroutethe
wires through. Use a cord grip to prevent the wire
from rubbing and causing a short.
NOTICE Never run low voltage I/O wire through
the same conduit hole as the 230V input wires or
motor wires.
To connect the external wires to the terminals:
1. Strip wire ½ inch
2. Push spring terminal up with finger or slotted
screwdriver
3. Insert wires from bottom
4. Release spring terminal
Connection Examples
Figures 15-18 show various connection schemes for
typical applications. Table 10 describes each I/O
terminal, including purpose and rating.
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Figure 15 - Example Input with internal 24 volt
supply
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Figure 17 - Example Output relay with internal
24 volt supply
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115 VAC
or
230 VAC
+
-
Figure 16 - Example external Input with
externalsupply
115 VAC
or
230 VAC
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+
-
Figure 18 - Example Output with externalsupply

18I/O Connections 18
Table 10 - I/O Function, Connections, Ratings
Label Function Connection Rating
AI+Positive connection for transducer Red transducer wire 24 Volt
(supplied)
AI-Negative connection for transducer Blacktransducerwire
V+ Positive side of 24 volt power supply.
Used to power external devices.
Positive side of 24V external device, i.e.,
flow switch, moisture sensor, alternator,
etc. Need to complete the circuit with V-.
See Figures 11 and 13. 40mA maximum
output
V- Negative side of 24 volt power supply.
Used to power external devices.
Typically to I1-, I2-, or O1-. Used with a
flow switch, moisture sensor, alternator,
etc. Need to complete the circuit with V+.
See Figures ll and 13.
I1+
Positive (dry contacts) connection of
Digital Input 1. Connect when using an
external device to control Drive.
From an external device i.e., flow switch,
moisture sensor, alternator, etc. Requires
complete circuit connection with I1-. See
Figures 11 and 12.
Accepts 24VDC
and up to
230VAC
I1-
Negative (dry contacts) connection of
Digital Input 1. Connect when using an
external device to control Drive.
Can be from V- or from the negative side
of an external power supply. Requires
complete circuit connection with I1+. See
Figures 11 and 12.
I2+
Positive (dry contacts) connection of
Digital Input 2. Connect when using an
external device to control Drive.
From an external device, i.e., flow switch,
moisture sensor, alternator, etc. Requires
complete circuit connection with I2-. See
Figure 11 and 12.
I2-
Negative (dry contacts) connection of
Digital Input 2. Connect when using an
external device to control Drive.
Can be from V- or from the negative side
of an external power supply. Requires
complete circuit connection with I2+. See
Figure11 and 12.
O1+
Output relay (dry contacts) connection.
Programmed to close when pump is
Running or Faulted.
Positive wires of an external device. See
Figures 13 and 14. Accepts up
to 5Amps at
24VDC and
8Amps at up to
230VAC
O1+
Output relay (dry contacts) connection.
Programmed to close when pump is
Running or Faulted.
Positive wires of an external device. See
Figures 13 and 14.
PPositive connection of an RS-485
communication device (see Figure 15). Positive wire from RS-485 device. Per RS-485
Standard
NNegative connection of an RS-485
communication device (see Figure 15). Negative wire from RS-485 device.

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RS-485 Communications
RS-485 is a US-based telecommunications
standard for binary serial communications between
devices. It is the protocol, or set of specifications,
that needs to be followed to allow devices that
implement the standard to speak to each other.
A fully compliant RS-485 port is included in the
PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE system to permit serial
connections among more than two devices on an
RS-485 compliant network. Figure 15 shows two-
wire connection to the Drive.
Lightning/Surge Protection
Lightning arrestors or other surge suppressing
devices can be used with this product. MOV(Metal
Oxide Varistor), SOV(Silicon Oxide Varistor).
Accessories
Part Descrption Qty Part Number
Alternating Control Panel 1 VFD-ALT
Moisture Sensor 1 VFD-WS
Surge Protection Kits 1 VFD-SGA
300 PSI Transducer 1 U17-2000
Flow Switch 1 U17-1999
Retrofit Applications
When retrofitting an installation with the
PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE, most of the preceding
text can be applied. As a convenience, the
recommended Service Factor Amps for non-
PENTEK motors is provided in Table 11. Always
verify Service Factor Amp values from current
manufacturer literature.
Table 11 - Service Factor Amps @ 230V
Motor Type HP
Service Factor Rating,
in Amps
CentriPro¹Franklin²
2-Wire
1/2 4.7
N/A
3/4 6.4
1 9.1
1-1/2 11.0
CS/CR
3-Wire
1/2 4.9 4.3
3/4 6.3 5.7
1 7.2 7.1
1-1/2 11.1 11.5
2 12.2 13.2
3-Phase
1/2 2.9 2.9
3/4 3.9 3.8
1 4.7 4.7
1-1/2 6.1 5.9
2 7.6 8.1
3 10.1 10.9
5 17.5 17.8
¹CentriProSFAdatawastakenfromtheMarch2012BMAID
manual on 4/2012.
² Franklin Electric SFA data was taken from the 7/2011 Franklin
Electric AIM manual on 4/2012.
NOTICE The PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE will not
operate Franklin Electric 2-wire motors.
Repair Parts
Part Description Qty Part Number
InputTerminalBlock
Connector 1 PID-CON2
OutputTerminalBlock
Connector 1 PID-CON3
Cooling Fan 1 PID-FAN-R
Pressure Transducer 1 U17-1561-R
10’ Transducer Cable 1 U18-1593
25’ Transducer Cable* 1 U18-1594
50’ Transducer Cable* 1 U18-1595
100’ Transducer Cable* 1 U18-1596
150’ Transducer Cable* 1 U18-1597
200’ Transducer Cable* 1 U18-1598
Keypad 1 PID-HMI-R
* Purchase Separately
Additional Information 19
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01+ 01- I1+ I1- I2+ I2- V+ V- AI+ AI- P N SD CARD
Figure 19 - Example RS-485 Connection

20Troubleshooting* 20
Troubleshooting
Fault Possible Causes Solution
Over Current
Shorted output Check for any shorts in motor cables.
Locked rotor Check for debris in pump.
Damaged wire insulation Check motor wire insulation with a megger.
Over Voltage
Internal Drive short With power to Drive off, measure outputs
with ohmmeter to detect short.
Power cycling on and off Check for a generator or switching on input
line.
High line voltage Measure incoming line voltage to Drive;
should be between 190V and 265V.
Under Voltage
Low line voltage
Temporary loss of power Check for local power outage.
Excessive load current Check motor is correctly sized for the
application.
Loss of a motor phase Check correct voltage is present on all motor
leads.
Power was removed from
Drive
Check correct voltage is present on all input
lines.
Cannot Start Motor
Exceeding Service Factor Amps
Check Service Factor Amps entered are
correct.
Check pump and motor are correct.
No Service Factor Amps value
entered
Check Service Factor Amps entered and are
correct.
There is an open (connection)
in motor wires
Check resistance of all motor wires is
correct.
Locked rotor Pull pump check for debris in pump.
Dry Run
Operation at open discharge
May need to reduce Dry Run Sensitivity
pressure or apply back pressure on
transducer.
Drive cannot read transducer
signal
Check linearity of transducer, as it may be
damaged. See Troubleshooting Guide for
more information.
Possible leak Check for pipe break or large leak.
Dry running pump Check water level in well.
Ground Fault
Ground wire shorted to motor
phase
Check the ground wire for short to motor
phase wire or check insulation integrity with
a megger.
Long motor cable length
If motor cable length is more than 1000 ft
a reactor or filter may be needed to limit
capacitance between motor wires.
System Not Grounded Ungrounded Drive Ground Detect parameter can be disabled,
but will reactivate after 72 hours.
*For additional Troubleshooting information, please visit www.sta-rite.com/resources/images/16455.pdf for
a downloadable guide.