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Table of Contents
SECTION 1: General Safety Guidelines
SECTION 2: Nomenclature
2.1
2.2
2.3

Motors
Drives
Submersible Motor Controls

SECTION 3: Installation and Setup
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5

General Installation Guidelines
Proper Grounding
Corrosive Water and Ground
Check Valves
Start-Up

SECTION 4: Electrical Power

4.1	Mixing Wire Size with Existing Installation
4.2 Wire Splicing
4.3 3-Phase Starters
4.4 Checking Motor Rotation
4.5 3-Phase Current Balancing
4.6 Transformer Sizing
4.7 Using a Generator
4.8 Special Applications

SECTION 5: XE Series 4” Submersible Motors
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
5.7
5.8
5.9
5.10

Motor Inspection
Testing
Storage and Transportation
4” Motor Specifications
4” Motor Dimensions
4” Motor Fuse Sizing
Cable Lengths
4” Motor Overload Protection
Motor Cooling
Starting Frequency

SECTION 6: Pentek 6” Submersible Motors
®

6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
6.5
6.6
6.7
6.8
6.9
6.10
6.11

Motor Inspection
Testing
Storage and Drain/Fill Instructions
Motor Specifications
Motor Dimensions
Motor Fuse Sizing and Cable Selection
Overload Protection
Motor Cooling
Head Loss In Casing
Starting Frequency
Troubleshooting

SECTION 7: Hitachi® 6” Submersible Motors
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
7.6
7.7
7.8
7.9
7.10
7.11

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Motor Inspection
Testing
Storage and Drain/Fill Instructions
Motor Specifications
Motor Dimensions
Motor Fuse Sizing and Cable Selection
Overload Protection
Motor Cooling
Head Loss In Casing
Starting Frequency
Troubleshooting

SECTION 8: Pentek Intellidrive™ Variable
Frequency Drives
8.1 General Safety
8.2 Description
8.3 Installation
8.4	Initial Startup Programming Procedure
8.5 Advanced Programming
8.6 I/O Connections
8.7 Wiring Sizing, Repair Parts, Specifications
8.8 Troubleshooting
8.9 Warranty

SECTION 9: PPC Series 50/60 Hz Variable
Frequency Drives
9.1	Pentek PPC-Series Drives
9.2 PPC3 Series Specifications
9.3 PPC5 Series Specifications
9.4 Wiring Connections
9.5 Transducer Connection
9.6 Pentek Assistant
9.7 Timer Function
9.8 Helpful Hints
9.9 PPC3 and PPC5 Tank Sizing
9.10 Reactors And Filters

SECTION 10: PPX NEMA Pump Panels
10.1 Description

SECTION 11: Submersible Motor Controls
11.1 How it Works
11.2 Specifications
11.3 Mounting and Installation
11.4	Wiring Connections and Replacement Parts

SECTION 12: Motor Protective Devices - 50/60 Hz
12.1
12.2
12.3
12.4

How They Work
Specifications
Mounting And Installation
Wiring Connections

SECTION 13: Troubleshooting

13.1 Pump And Motor Problem Analysis
13.2 Motor Troubleshooting Flow Charts
13.3 Testing Submersible Motor Insulation and Winding
Resistance
13.4	Smart Pump Protector Troubleshooting
13.5	Submersible Controls Troubleshooting

SECTION 14: Appendix

14.1 Installation Checklist
14.2 Choosing A Pump System
14.3	Sizing Submersible Pump, Motor, and Tanks
14.4	How to Select the Correct Pumping Equipment
14.5 Sizing Tanks
14.6 Record of Installation

Hitachi® is a registered trademark of Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co., Ltd.
All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Pentair Ltd.

PN793 (08/20/13)

SECTION 1: General Safety Guidelines
Important Safety Instructions

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains
important instructions that should be followed during
installation, operation, and maintenance of the product.
Always refer to the equipment owner’s manual for safety
information relevant to that product.
This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this
symbol on your product 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 product.
Keep safety labels in good condition.
Replace missing or damaged safety labels.
Fatal Electrical Shock Hazard.
•

Ground motor, controls, all metal pipe and
accessories connected to the motor, to the power
supply ground terminal. Ground wire must be at least
as large as motor supply cables.

•

Disconnect power before working on the system.

•

Do not use the motor in a swimming area.

2

WARNING

Hazardous voltage. Can
shock, burn, or cause death.
Ground pump before
connecting to power supply.
Disconnect power before
working on pump, motor
or tank.

All work
must be done
by a trained
and qualified
installer
or service
technician.

2.1

Nomenclature

SECTION 2: Nomenclature
Motors

Table 2-1: Motor Nomenclature

Sample:

P43B0010A2-01 is a PENTEK 4” Stainless Steel Motor
1 HP, 60 Hz., 230 V, 1 Ph., Rev. 1
Name Plate Example:

P 43 B 0 0 1 0 A 2 -01

Brand
P = PENTEK
Motor Size
42 = 4 inch, 2-wire
43 = 4 inch, 3-wire
Motor Material
B = All stainless steel
S = CBM
Horsepower
0005 = 1/2 HP
0007 = 3/4 HP
0010 = 1 HP
0015 = 1-1/2 HP
0020 = 2 HP
0030 = 3 HP
0050 = 5 HP
0075 = 7-1/2 HP
0100 = 10 HP
Frequency
A = 60 Hz.
B = 50 Hz.
C = 50/60 Hz.
Voltage
1 = 115 V, 1 Ph.
2 = 230 V, 1 Ph.
3 = 230 V, 3 Ph.
4 = 460 V, 3 Ph.
5 = 575 V, 3 Ph.
8 = 200 V, 3 Ph
Revision Code

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SECTION 2: Nomenclature
2.2

Drives

Variable / High Speed Drive Nomenclature

The chart below shows the naming for a PPC5, 460 volt,
4 amp drive with a NEMA 1 enclosure.

Note that the output current (amps) of the control must
be greater than or equal to the maximum rated motor
current. Output of all drives is 3-phase power.

PID Variable Frequency Drive Nomenclature
PID

–

10

Product Family
PID = Pentek IntelliDrive
HP Rating:
10 = up to 1 HP
20 = up to 2 HP
50 = up to 5 HP

2.3

Submersible Motor Controls

The chart below shows the naming for a Submersible
Motor control, Standard box, capacitor run, 5 horsepower,
230 volt single phase drive.
6021 0609

SMC - CR 50 2 1

Series
SMC_(Std.)
SMC5 (50 Hz)

4

Style
CR (Cap Run)
IR (Induction Run)
CRP (Cap Run
with contactor)

HP x 10
Voltage
05 (0.5 hp) 1 (115 v)
07 (.75 hp) 2 (230 v)
10 (1 hp)
15 (1.5 hp)
20 (2 hp)
30 (3 hp)
50 (5 hp)

Phase
1 (Single)

SECTION 3: Installation and Setup
General Installation Guidelines

•

In order to avoid abrasion to the power and control
cables, pad the top of the well casing (a rubber pad is
recommended) where the cable will pass over it; use
a cable reel for cable control.

•

The unit must always be easy to rotate in the
hoisting gear.

•

Lay power and control cables out straight on the
ground (no loops) before installation. Guide cables
during lowering so that they are not stretched or
squeezed while pump is being installed. Make sure
that cable insulation is not nicked or damaged before
or during installation. Never use the electrical cables
to move the motor/pump.

•

The pump and motor are heavy. Make sure that all
connections are secure and that the hoisting gear is
adequate to do the job before starting to lift pump.
Don’t stand under the unit. Don’t allow extra people
into the area while hoisting the unit.

•

If motor or pump/motor unit are attached to a
supporting girder, do not remove girder until unit
is vertical.

•

Install pump at least 10’ (3m) below the lowest water
level during pumping, but at least 6’ (2m) above the
bottom of the well.

•

6” motors can be operated in vertical or horizontal
(when lead wire is at 12:00 position facing motor
flange) positions.

•

4” motors can be operated in vertical or horizontal
positions. Note that the thrust bearing will have
shorter life in a non-vertical application. In such an
installation, keep frequency of starts to less than
10 per day.

3.2

Proper Grounding

Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn
or cause death. Installation or service to electrical
equipment should only be done by qualified electrician.

An above ground lighting (surge) protection must be
grounded metal-to-metal and extend all the way to
the water bearing layer to be effective. Do not ground
the lightning (surge) protection to the supply ground
or to a ground rod as this will provide little or no surge
protection to the unit.
All motors are internally grounded and requires a 3 or
4-wire drop cable.

3.3

To prevent this, route the motor ground wire and the
motor power leads through a GFCI with a 10 mA set
point. In this way, the GFCI will trip when a ground fault
has occurred AND the motor ground wire is no longer
functional.

3.4

Use wire the same size as, or larger than motor’s
current-carrying wires (consult Tables in the motor
section).

Check Valves

Check valve installation is necessary for proper pump
operation. The pump should have a check valve on its
discharge, or within 25 feet (7.62 m) of the pump. For very
deep wells, locate a check valve at least every 200 feet
(61 m) vertical.
•

Use only spring type or gravity-poppet check
valves. Swing type valves can cause water hammer
problems.

•

Do not use drain-back style check valves (drilled).

Check valves serve the following purposes:
•

Maintain Pressure: Without a check valve, the pump
has to start each cycle at zero head, and fill the drop
pipe. This creates upthrust in the motor, and would
eventually damage both the pump and motor.

•

Prevent Water Hammer: If two check valves are used,
and the lower one leaks, then a partial vacuum forms
in the pipe. When the pump next starts, the flow fills
the void area quickly, and creates a shock wave that
can break piping and damage the pump. If you get
water hammer on pump start, this may be the cause.

•

Prevent Back-Spin: Without a functioning check
valve, upon shutoff, the water drains back through
the pump, and cause it to rotate backwards. This can
create excessive wear on the thrust bearing, and if the
pump restarts as water is flowing down the pipe, it
will put an excessive load on the system.

Proper grounding serves two main purposes:

2. It protects equipment from electrical surges.

Corrosive Water and Ground

Some waters are corrosive, and can eventually corrode
the ground wire. If the installation uses a metal well
casing, any ground current will flow through it. In the
case of plastic piping and casing, the water column would
carry the current in a ground fault situation.

Control panels must be connected to supply ground
1. It provides a path to ground in case of a ground-fault.
Otherwise the current would present a shock or
electrocution hazard.

Installation
and Setup

3.1

Installations must comply with the National Electric Code
as well as state and local codes.
All systems must have lightning (surge) protection with a
secure connection to ground.

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SECTION 3: Installation and Setup
3.5

Start-Up

NOTICE: To avoid sand-locking pump, follow procedure
below when starting pump for the first time. NEVER start
a pump with discharge completely open unless you have
done this procedure first.
1. Connect a pipe elbow, a short length of pipe and a
gate valve to pump discharge at well head.
2. Make sure that controls will not be subjected to
extreme heat or excess moisture.
3. Make sure power is OFF. DO NOT START PUMP YET.
4. Set gate valve on discharge 1/3 open; start pump.
5

Keep gate valve at this setting while water pumps out
on ground. Let it run until water is clear of sand or
silt. (To check solids in water, fill a glass from pump
and let solids settle out).

6. When water is completely clear at 1/3 setting, open
gate valve to approximately two-thirds open and
repeat process.
7. When water is completely clear at 2/3 setting, open
gate valve completely and run pump until water is
completely clear.
8. Do not stop the pump until the water is clear.
Otherwise sand will accumulate in the pump stages
which may bind or freeze the pump.
9. Remove gate valve and make permanent installation.

6

NOTICE: The motor may draw higher than normal current
while the riser pipe is filling. After the riser pipe is full,
the amp draw should drop back to less than the allowed
current given on the motor nameplate.
When pump is in service, the amp draw must be
approximately equal to or lower than the service factor
amps given on the motor nameplate. If not, recheck
entire installation and electrical hook-up to find out why
amp draw is higher than normal.

Motor Torque

The motor exerts a strong torque force on the downpipe
and any other supporting structures when it starts. This
torque is usually in the direction that would unscrew
right-hand threads (the motor’s reaction movement is
clockwise as seen from above).
All pipe and pump joints must be tightened to safely
handle the starting torque. Tighten all threaded
joints to a minimum of 10 ft.-lb per horsepower.
i.e. 20 HP = 200 ft.‑lb; 50 HP = 500 ft.-lb.
Tack welding or strap welding may be required with
higher horsepower pumps.

4.1	Mixing Wire Size with Existing
Installation

B. Cut off power supply wire ends. Match colors
and lengths of wires to colors and lengths of
motor leads.

Using two different cable sizes.

C. Trim insulation back 1/2” (13mm) from supply
wire and motor lead ends (Figure 4-2).

Sometimes conditions make it desirable to use more
than one size cable, such as replacing a pump in an
existing installation.
For example: Installing a pump with a 4”, 5 HP, 230
volt, single phase motor, with the motor setting at 370’
(112.8 m) down the well and with 160’ (48.8 m) of #8 cable
buried between the service entrance and the well head.
160 Ft. AWG 8

370 Ft.
Pump
Controls
Service Entrance
(Main Fuse Box
From Meter)

Butt Connector

Figure 4-2: Insert Wires
D. Insert motor lead ends and supply wire ends
into butt connectors. Match wire colors between
supply wires and motor leads.
E. Using crimping pliers, indent butt connector lugs
to attach wires (Figure 4-3).
Indent here

Cable

5 HP (4.9 kw)
230V 1Ph Motor

Figure 4-1: Mixing Wire Sizes: Example

Figure 4-3: Indent Connectors
5401 0412

In order to avoid replacing the buried cable, the question
is: What size cable is required in the well? Calculate
as follows:
1. According to Table 5-9, a total of 326’ (112.8 m) of #8
cable is the maximum length cable to power a 5 HP
motor. The percent of this total that has been used
by the 160’ (48.8 m) of cable in the buried run is:
160’ / 326’ = .49 or 49%.
2. With 49% of the allowable cable already used, 51%
of the total length is left for use in the well. To avoid
running a cable that is too small (gauge) and lowering
the voltage to the motor, we have to find a cable size
large enough so that 370’ (112.8 m) is less than 51%
of the total length allowed for that size.
3. 370 ÷ 51% = 726 feet.
4. From Table 5-9 we find that the total allowable length
for #4 cable is 809’ (246.6 m).
This is longer than needed. Therefore, #4 cable can
be used for the 370’ (112.8 m) of cable in the well.
Any combination of sizes can be used, provided that
the total percentage of the length of the two sizes of
cable is not less than 100% of the allowed lengths.

4.2

1/2"
(12.7mm)

Electrical Power

SECTION 4: Electrical Power

Wire Splicing

Splice wire to motor leads. Use only copper wire for
connections to pump motor and control box.

F. Cut Scotchfil™ electrical insulation putty into 5185 1105
3 equal parts and form tightly around butt
connectors. Be sure Scotchfil overlaps insulated
part of wire.
G. Using #33 Scotch® tape, wrap each joint tightly;
cover wire for about 1-1/2” (38mm) on each side
of joint. Make four passes with the tape. When
finished you should have four layers of tape tightly
wrapped around the wire. Press edges of tape
firmly down against the wire (Figure 4-4).

Completed splice
Figure 4-4: Wrap Splices

5186 1105

NOTICE: Since tightly wound tape is the only means
of keeping water out of splice, efficiency of splice will
depend on care used in wrapping tape.
NOTICE: For wire sizes larger than No. 8 (7mm2), use
soldered joint rather than Scotchfil putty, Figure 4-5.
Alternate method
twist and solder

Figure 4-5: Twist Wires

5187 1105

1. Taped splice (for larger wire sizes)
A. Stagger lead and wire length so that 2nd lead is
2” (50mm) longer than 1st lead and 3rd lead is
2” (50mm) longer than second.

Scotchfil™ is a trademark of 3M Company.
Scotch is a registered trademark of 3M Company.

7

SECTION 4: Electrical Power
2. Heat shrink splice (For wire sizes #14, 12 and 10 AWG
(2, 3 and 5mm2):
A. Remove 3/8” (9.5mm) insulation from ends of
motor leads and power supply wires.
B. Put plastic heat shrink tubing over motor leads
between power supply and motor.

Low Voltage Control

This starter arrangement uses a transformer to allow
the coil to be energized by a lower voltage. Note that the
secondary circuit must be fused, and the coil sized for the
secondary voltage.
Overload
Control

C. Match wire colors and lengths between power
supply and motor.

Coil

D. Insert supply wire and lead ends into butt
connector and crimp. Match wire colors
between power supply and motor. Pull leads to
check connections.
E. Center tubing over butt connector and apply heat
evenly with a torch (match or lighter will not
supply enough heat, Figure 4-6).
Connector

Thermal
Overload
Heaters
L1

Figure 4-8: Low Voltage Control

Figure 4-6: Heat-Shrink Tubing Applied
5188 1105

NOTICE: Keep torch moving. Too much concentrated heat
may damage tubing.

Separate Voltage Control

This arrangement uses power from a separate source to
energize the coil.
Separate
Voltage

3-Phase Starters

Starters are used to start the motor by engaging contacts
that will energize each line simultaneously. The contacts
are closed when the coil is energized.

Overload
Control
Coil

Figures 4-7 through 4-9 show three types of starters used
on the motors. The control device in the secondary circuit
is typically a pressure switch. Other control could be
provided by level control, timers or manual switches.

Line Voltage Control

Control
Device
Thermal
Overload
Heaters
L1

This commonly-used control has a coil energized by line
voltage. The coil voltage matches the line voltage.
Overload
Control

L2
L3

Figure 4-9: Separate Voltage Control
Coil

Control
Device
Thermal
Overload
Heaters
L1
L2
L3

Figure 4-7: Line Voltage Control

8

3-Phase
Motor

L2
L3

Heat shrink tubing

4.3

Control
Device

3-Phase
Motor

3-Phase
Motor

SECTION 4: Electrical Power
Checking Motor Rotation

Here is an example of current readings at maximum
pump loads on each leg of a three wire hookup. Make
calculations for all three possible hookups.

To check rotation before the pump is installed, follow
these steps:

A. For each hookup, add the readings for the three legs.

During testing or checking rotation (such as “bumping”
or “inching”) the number of “starts” should be limited to
3 and total run time of less than 15 seconds.

B. Divide each total by three to get average amps.
C. For each hookup, find current value farthest from
average (Calculate the greatest current difference
from the average).

Bumping must be done while motor is in horizontal
position and followed by a full 15 minute cooling-off
period before any additional “starts” are attempted.

D. Divide this difference by the average and multiply by
100 to obtain the percentage of unbalance.

Energize the motor
briefly, and observe the
direction of rotation.
It should be counterclockwise when viewed
from the pump (shaft)
end.

Use smallest percentage unbalance, in this case
Arrangement 2 (Table 4.1).

Use the Current-Balance worksheet
located in the Installation Record

After trying all three lead hookups, if the reading furthest
from average continues to show on the same power lead,
most of the unbalance is coming from the power source.
Call the power company.

To check rotation after
the pump is installed:
NOTICE: NEVER
5402 0506
Figure 4-10: Motor Rotation
continuously operate a
pump with the discharge
valve completely closed
(dead head). This can overload the motor due to lack of
cooling, or destroy the pump and will void the warranty.

If the reading furthest from average changes leads as the
hookup changes (that is, stays with a particular motor
lead), most of the unbalance is on the motor side of the
starter. This could be caused by a damaged cable, leaking
splice, poor connection, or faulty motor winding.

After energizing the motor, check the flow and pressure
of the pump to make sure that the motor is rotating in the
correct direction. To correct a wrong rotation, switch any
two of the three cable connections (three-phase motor
only). The setting that gives the most flow and pressure is
correct.

Arrangement 1

Hazardous voltage. Disconnect power
before working on wiring.

Electrical
Power
Supply

Arrangement 1

Input voltage, current and insulation resistance values
should be recorded throughout the installation and Electrical
Power
should be used for preventive maintenance.
Supply

3-Phase Current Balancing

Current Unbalance Test

Arrangement 1

Before checking for current unbalance, the pump must
be started, and rotation direction determined. T3

Starter

L3

T3

L2

T2

L1

T1

Arrangement 2

Starter

L3

T3

L2

T2

L1

T1

To Motor

Arrangement 2

L3

T2

L2

T1

L1

T3

Arrangement 3
Starter

L3

T2

L3

T1

L2

T1

L2

T3

L1

T3

L1

T2

Arrangement 3

Starter

Starter

L3

T2

L3

T1

L2

L2

T1

L2

T3

L1

L1

T3

L1

T2

L3

To Motor

Starter

Starter

Determine current unbalance by Electrical
measuring current in To Motor
Power
T2
Supply
each power lead. Measure current
for all three possible
hookups (Figure 4-11). Use example and worksheet on
T1
the Installation Checklist and Record in Section 12
to
calculate current unbalance on a three phase supply
system and retain for future reference.

Arrangement 2

Starter

A cooling-off period of 15 minutes is required
between starts.

4.5

Electrical Power

4.4

Figure 4-11: 3-Phase Current Unbalance: Example

NOTICE: Current unbalance between leads should not
exceed 5%. If unbalance cannot be corrected by rolling
the leads, locate the source of the unbalance.

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Arra

SECTION 4: Electrical Power
Use this worksheet to calculate current unbalance for our
installation.
Table 4-1: Electrical Current Unbalance Example
Arrangement 1
Amps

Arrangement 2
Amps

Arrangement 3
Amps

L1–T1=17
L2–T2=15.3
L3–T3=17.7

L1–T3=16.7
L2–T1=16.3
L3–T2=17

L1–T2=16.7
L2–T3=16
L3–T1=17.3

Total Amps

50

50

50

Average Amps

50 ÷ 3 = 16.7

50 ÷ 3 = 16.7

50 ÷ 3 =16.7

From Average Amps
Deviation L1
Deviation L2
Deviation L3

0.3
1.4
1.0

0.0
0.4
0.3

0.0
0.7
0.6

% Current Unbalance
Largest Deviation

1.4 ÷ 16.7

0.4 ÷ 16.7

0.7 ÷ 16.7

% Unbalance +

8.4%

2.4%

4.2%

EXAMPLE

4.6

Transformer Sizing

A full three-phase power supply is recommended
for all three-phase motors and may consist of three
individual transformers or one three-phase transformer.
“Open” delta or wye connections which use only two
transformers can be used, but are more likely to cause
unbalanced current problems. Transformer ratings
should be no smaller than listed in Table 4-2 for supply
power to the motor alone.
T1

T2

T3

T1

Full 3-Phase (Delta)

T2

T3

Wye or Open Delta 3-Phase

Figure 4-12: Three Phase Power
Transformers are rated by KVA capacity. This must be
high enough capacity for the motor being installed. If the
transformer capacity is too small, the motor will receive
reduced voltage and may be damaged.
5060 0705

Any other loads in the system would be in addition to the
motor alone.
Refer to Table 4-2. Note that the open delta configuration
can only use 87% of the rated power of the two
transformers.

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Table 4-2: Transformer Capacity
KVA Rating (smallest) For Each Transformer
HP

kW

1/2
3/4
1

0.75

1-1/2

1.1

Required KVA

Open WYE or D
2 Transformers

WYE or D
3 Transformers

0.37

1.5

1.0

0.5

0.55

1.5

1.0

0.5

2.0

1.5

0.75

3.0

2.0

1.0

2

1.5

4.0

2.0

1.5

3

2.2

5.0

3.0

2.0

5

3.7

7.5

5.0

3.0

7.5

5.5

10.0

7.5

5.0

10

7.5

15.0

10.0

5.0

15

11.0

20.0

15.0

7.5

20

15.0

25.0

15.0

10.0

25

18.5

30.0

20.0

10.0

30

22.0

40.0

25.0

15.0

40

30.0

50.0

30.0

20.0

50

37.0

60.0

35.0

20.0

60

45.0

75.0

40.0

25.0

SECTION 4: Electrical Power
Using a Generator

Generator Operation

Start the generator before starting the pump motor.

Selecting a generator

Select a generator that can supply at least 65% of rated
voltage upon start-up of the motor.
The chart shows ratings of generators, both externally
and internally regulated. This chart is somewhat
conservative. Consult the generator manufacturer if you
are uncertain.
Table 4-3: Ratings of Generators
Motor

Externally Regulated

Internally Regulated

HP

kW

KVA

kW

KVA

1/2

2.0

2.5

1.5

1.9

3/4

3.0

3.8

2.0

2.5

1

4.0

5.0

2.5

3.1

1-1/2

5.0

6.3

3.0

3.8

2

7.5

9.4

4.0

5.0

3

10.0

12.5

5.0

6.25

5

15.0

18.8

7.5

9.4

7-1/2

20.0

25.0

10.0

12.5

10

30.0

37.5

15.0

18.8

15

40.0

50.0

20.0

25.0

20

60.0

75.0

25.0

31.0

25

75.0

94.0

30.0

37.5

30

100.0

125.0

40.0

50.0

40

100.0

125.0

50.0

62.5

50

150.0

188.0

60.0

75.0

60

175.0

220.0

75.0

94.0

Frequency

It is highly important that the generator maintain
constant frequency (Hz), since the motor’s speed depends
upon frequency.

The pump motor must be stopped before turning off
the generator.
If the generator runs out of fuel, and the pump is still
connected, it will put excess strain on the thrust bearings
as the generator slows.
Risk of electrocution. Use transfer
switches when the generator is used as a backup to the
power grid. Contact your power company or generator
manufacturer for proper use of standby or backup
generators.

4.8

Special Applications

Using Phase Converters

Phase converters allow three-phase motors to operate
from one-phase supply. Various styles of phase
converters are available. Many converters do not supply
a properly balanced voltage, and using these will void the
motor’s warranty unless approval is obtained first.

Guidelines For Phase Converters:
•

Current unbalance must be less than 5%.

•

Converter to be sized to service factor capacity

•

Maintain motor cooling with a cooling flow of at least
3’ per second.

•

Fuses and circuit breakers must be time-delay type.

Motor Starting with Reduced Voltage

Starting a motor with full voltage will bring it to full speed
in less than 1/2 second. This can:
•

Spike the load current, causing brief voltage dips in
other equipment.

A drop of just 1 to 2 Hz can noticeably lower pump
performance. An increase of 1 to 2 Hz can cause
overload conditions.

•

Over-stress pump and piping components because of
high torque.

•

Cause water hammer.

Voltage Regulation

Motor Starters (3-Phase Only)

There is a significant difference in the performance of
internally and externally regulated generators.
An external regulator senses output voltage dips
and triggers an increase in the voltage output of the
generator.
An internal regulator, senses current and responds to
increased current by supplying more voltage.

Various types of motor starters are available.
Autotransformers are recommended because of reduced
current draw.
When motor starters are used, they should supply
a minimum of 55% of rated voltage for adequate
starting torque.

11

Electrical Power

4.7

SECTION 5: XE Series 4” Submersible Motors
5.1

Motor Inspection

Check the motor for damage in shipping.
Before installation, check the following.
•

Check over all tools, especially the hoisting gear, for
wear or damage before hoisting unit.

•

Inspect the motor cable for any nicks or cuts.

•

Verify that motor nameplate data matches
registration card information exactly.

•

Verify that motor nameplate voltage is correct for
available power supply voltage. Voltage must not vary
more than +/-10% from nameplate rated voltage.

•

Verify that the well diameter is large enough to
accommodate the motor/pump unit all the way to the
pump setting depth.

•

For installations with tight well casings, make sure
that riser pipe flanges are recessed to protect
the power and control cables from abrasion and
squeezing during installation.
Heavy object. Lifting equipment must be
capable of lifting motor and attached equipment.

•

If the total length of the pump motor unit (without
any riser pipe) exceeds 10’ (3m), the unit must be
supported with a girder while hoisting. Do not remove
supporting girder until unit is standing vertically in the
hoist. Check for damage.

5.2

Testing

Insulation Resistance

To check for insulation resistance:
1. Disconnect power to the motor for this test.
2. Connect an Ohm meter (resistance in Ω) between the
power leads and the motor ground or well casing.
20KΩ	Damaged motor, possible result of
lightning strike.
500KΩ

Typical of older installed motor in well.

2 MΩ

Newly installed motor

10 MΩ

Used motor, measured outside of well

20 MΩ

New motor without cable

5.3

Storage and Transportation

The motors are filled with a non-toxic, Propylene Glycol
and water solution to prevent damage from freezing
temperatures. The solution will prevent damage from
freezing temperatures to -40˚F (-40˚ C). Motors should
be stored in areas that do not go below this temperature.
The solution will become slushy between 0˚F (-17˚C) and
-40˚F (-40˚C) but no damage occurs. If this occurs, allow
the motor to sit in the well for several minutes before
operating.
Storage site should be clean, well vented, and cool.
Keep humidity at the storage site as low as possible.
Protect motor and cables from direct sunlight.
Protect power supply cables and control cables from
moisture by taping the cable ends with electrician’s tape.
Do not kink power supply or control cables.
Take care when moving unit (packed or unpacked) with
crane or hoisting gear not to knock it against walls, steel
structure, floors, etc. Do not drop motor.
Do not lift motor or motor/pump unit by power supply or
control cables.

12

SECTION 5: XE Series 4” Submersible Motors
5.4

4” Motor Specifications

Table 5-1: Single Phase Motor Specifications (115 and 230 Volt, 60 Hz, 3450 RPM)

PSC
2-Wire

CSIR
3-Wire

CSCR
3-Wire

Pentek® Part
Number

Full Load
Amps (Y/B/R)

Y Only

Service Factor
Watts

Amps (Y/B/R)

Y Only

Watts

P42B0010A2-01

7.9

1679

9.1

1990

P42B0015A2-01

9.2

2108

11.0

2520

P42B0005A1-01

7.9

910

9.8

1120

P42B0005A2-01

4.0

845

4.7

1050

P42B0007A2-01

5.0

1130

6.2

1400

P42B0010A2-01

6.7

1500

8.1

1800

P42B0015A2-01

9.0

2000

10.4

2350

P42B0005A1

7.4

845

9.5

1088

P42B0005A2

3.7

834

4.7

1073

P42B0007A2

5.0

1130

6.4

1459

P43B0005A1-01

8.8/8.8/0

8.8

675

10.9/10.9/0

10.9

980

P43B0005A2-01

5.3/5.3/0

5.3

740

6.1/6.1/0

6.1

1050

P43B0007A2-01

6.6/6.6/0

6.6

970

7.8/7.8/0

7.8

1350

P43B0010A2-01

8.1/8.1/0

8.1

1215

9.4/9.4/0

9.4

1620

P43B0005A1

11.0/11.0/0

11.0

733

12.6/12.6/0

12.6

1021

P43B0005A2

5.5/5.5/0

5.5

745

6.3/6.3/0

6.3

1033

P43B0007A2

7.2/7.2/0

7.2

1014

8.3/8.3/0

8.3

1381

P43B0010A2

8.4/8.4/0

8.4

1267

9.7/9.7/0

9.7

1672

P43B0005A2-01

4.2/4.1/1.8

4.2

7.15

4.8/4.3/1.8

4.8

960

P43B0007A2-01

4.8/4.4/2.5

4.8

940

6.0/4.9/2.3

6.0

1270

P43B0010A2-01

6.1/5.2/2.7

6.1

1165

7.3/5.8/2.6

7.3

1540

P43B0015A2-01

9.1/8.2/1.2

9.1

1660

10.9/9.4/1.1

10.9

2130

P43B0005A2

4.1/4.1/2.2

4.1

720

4.9/4.4/2.1

4.9

955

P43B0007A2

5.1/5.0/3.2

5.1

1000

6.3/5.6/3.1

6.3

1300

P43B0010A2

6.1/5.7/3.3

6.1

1205

7.2/6.3/3.3

7.2

1530

P43B0015A2

9.7/9.5/1.4

9.7

1693

11.1/11.0/1.3

11.1

2187

P43B0020A2

9.9/9.1/2.6

9.9

2170

12.2/11.7/2.6

12.2

2660

P43B0030A2

14.3/12.0/5.7

14.3

3170

16.5/13.9/5.6

16.5

3620

P43B0050A2

24/19.1/10.2

24.0

5300

27.0/22.0/10.0

27

6030

XE Series Motors

Motor Type

13

SECTION 5: XE Series 4” Submersible Motors
Table 5-2: Three Phase Motor Specifications (230, 460, 200 and 575 Volt, 60 Hz, 3450 RPM)
Pentek® Part
Number

Rating
HP

kW

P43B0005A8
P43B0005A3

Hz

Service
Factor

200
1/2

0.37

230

1.6

Maximum Load (SF Load)

Amps

Watts

Amps

Watts

2.9

600

3.4

870

2.4

610

2.9

880

P43B0005A4

460

1.3

610

1.5

875

P43B0007A8

200

3.8

812

4.5

1140

3.3

850

3.9

1185

1.7

820

2.0

1140

4.6

1150

5.5

1500

4.0

1090

4.7

1450

P43B0007A3

3/4

0.55

P43B0007A4
P43B0010A3

230

1.5

460

P43B0010A8

200
1

0.75

230

1.4

P43B0010A4

460

2.2

1145

2.5

1505

P43B0015A8

200

6.3

1560

7.2

1950

5.2

1490

6.1

1930

2.8

1560

3.2

1980

P43B0015A3
P43B0015A4

1-1/2

1.1

230

1.3

460

P43B0015A5

575

2

1520

2.4

1950

P43B0020A8

200

7.5

2015

8.8

2490

6.5

1990

7.6

2450

3.3

2018

3.8

2470

P43B0020A3
P43B0020A4

2

1.5

230
460

60

1.25

P43B0020A5

575

2.7

1610

3.3

2400

P43B0030A8

200

10.9

2890

12.0

3290

230

9.2

2880

10.1

3280

P43B0030A3
P43B0030A4

3

2.2

460

4.8

2920

5.3

3320

P43B0030A5

575

3.7

2850

4.1

3240

P43B0050A8

200

18.3

4850

20.2

5515

P43B0050A3

230

15.7

4925

17.5

5650

P43B0050A4

5

3.7

7.6

4810

8.5

5530

575

7.0

5080

7.6

5750

P43B0075A8

200

27.0

7600

30.0

8800

P43B0075A3

230

24.0

7480

26.4

8570

460

12.2

7400

13.5

8560

575

9.1

7260

10.0

8310

460

15.6

9600

17.2

11000

7-1/2

5.6

P43B0075A5
P43B0100A4

10

7.5

460

1.15

P43B0050A5

P43B0075A4

14

Volts

Full Load

SECTION 5: XE Series 4” Submersible Motors
Table 5-3: Single Phase 4” Motor Electrical Parameters (115 and 230 Volt, 60 Hz, 3450 RPM, 2 and 3 wire)

PSC
2-Wire

CSIR
3-Wire

CSCR
3-Wire

Pentek® Part
Number

Winding
Main
Resistance *

Efficiency %

Start
Resistance

Power Factor %

FL

SF

FL

SF

Locked Rotor
Amps

KVA Code

P42B0005A1-01

1.4-2.0

42.1

54

99.6

99.9

28

H

P42B0005A2-01

6.1-7.2

45

58.5

92

97

16

J

P42B0007A2-01

5.9-6.9

50.5

61

P42B0010A2-01

4.2-5.2

50

59

P42B0015A2-01

1.8-2.4

56.5

62.5

P42B0005A1

1.3-1.8

49

61

P42B0005A2

4.5-5.2

50

62

P42B0007A2

3.0-4.8

55

P42B0010A2

4.2-5.2

58

P42B0015A2

1.9-2.3

59

65
64

98

98

18
24
44

99

99

97

36.4
19.5
24.8

F
H
K
J

94

96

21.7

F

99

99

42

H
M

P43B0005A1-01

1.0-1.4

2.5-3.1

57

62

65

78

44

P43B0005A2-01

5.1-6.1

12.4-13.7

52

58.5

61

75

21

P43B0007A2-01

2.6-3.3

10.4-11.7

60

64.5

64

P43B0010A2-01

2.0-2.6

9.3-10.4

63

66

66

P43B0005A1

0.9-1.6

5.7-7.0

51

59

54

69

49.6

N

P43B0005A2

4.2-4.9

17.4-18.7

50

58

58

71

22.3

M

76

32

L

41

P43B0007A2

2.6-3.6

11.8-13.0

55

61

61

72

32

P43B0010A2

2.2-3.2

11.3-12.3

59

62

66

75

41.2

P43B0005A2-01

5.1-6.1

12.4-13.7

54.5

61.5

77

87

21

P43B0007A2-01

2.6-3.3

10.4-11.7

62

69

86

P43B0010A2-01

2.0-2.6

9.3-10.4

66

71

86

91

L

32
41

P43B0015A2-01

2.1-2.5

10.0-10.8

68

69

81

87

49

J

P43B0005A2

4.2-4.9

17.4-18.7

52

62

76

85

22.3

M

P43B0007A2

2.6-3.6

11.8-13.0

56

65

85

90

32

P43B0010A2

2.2-3.2

11.3-12.3

62

68

86

92

41.2

80

P43B0015A2

1.6-2.3

7.9-8.7

66

67

P43B0020A2

1.6-2.2

10.8-12.0

68

69

P43B0030A2

1.1-1.4

2.0-2.5

72

72

P43B0050A2

0.62-0.76

1.36-1.66

71

71

96
97

XE Series Motors

Motor
Type

85

47.8

95

49.4

97

76.4

98

101

L
J
G
E

* Main winding is between the yellow and black leads. Start winding is between the yellow and red leads.

15

SECTION 5: XE Series 4” Submersible Motors
Table 5-4: Three Phase Motor Electrical Parameters (230, 460, 200 and 575 Volt, 60 Hz, 3450 RPM)

16

Pentek® Part
Number

Line to Line Resistance Ohms

P43B0005A8

4.1-5.2

% Efficiency
FL

SF

62

68.5

61

68

Locked Rotor Amps
22

P43B0005A3

5.72-7.2

P43B0005A4

23.6-26.1

P43B0007A8

2.6-3.0

69

74

32

P43B0007A3

3.3-4.3

66

71

27

P43B0007A4

14.4-16.2

69

73.5

14

P43B0010A8

3.4-3.9

66

70

29

P43B0010A3

4.1-5.1

69

72

26.1

P43B0010A4

17.8-18.8

65

69

13

17.3
9

P43B0015A8

1.9-2.5

72

74

40

P43B0015A3

2.8-3-4

75

76

32.4

P43B0015A4

12.3-13.1

72

73

16.3

P43B0015A5

19.8-20.6

73

74

11.5

P43B0020A8

1.4-2.0

74

P43B0020A3

1.8-2.4

75

P43B0020A4

8.00-8.67

74
78

P43B0020A5

9.4-9.7

P43B0030A8

0.9-1.3

P43B0030A3

1.3-1.7

P43B0030A4

5.9-6.5

76

P43B0030A5

9.4-9.7

78

P43B0050A8

0.4-0.8

P43B0050A3

.85-1.25

P43B0050A4

77

KVA Code

R

M

L
J

51
75

44

K

23
78
77

21.4

M

71

K

58.9
30

78

21.4
113

J

76

76

3.58-4.00

77

77

P43B0050A5

3.6-4.2

75

75

55

P43B0075A8

0.5-0.6

74

74

165

P43B0075A3

0.55-0.85

75

75

140

P43B0075A4

1.9-2.3

76

76

87

P43B0075A5

3.6-4.2

77

77

55

J

P43B0100A4

1.8-2.2

79

80

110

K

93
48
M
J
L

SECTION 5: XE Series 4” Submersible Motors
5.5

4” Motor Dimensions

Table 5-5: Single Phase Motor Dimensions (115 and 230 Volt, 60 Hz, 3450 RPM)
Pentek® Part
Number

HP

kW

1/2

P42B0007A2-01
P42B0010A2-01
P42B0015A2-01

Lb

Kg

0.37

10.5

267

18.1

8.2

3/4

0.55

11.9

302

21.4

9.7

1

0.75

12.5

318

23.2

10.5

1-1/2

1.1

14.2

361

27.3

12.4

1/2

0.37

11.0

279

19.2

8.7

P42B0007A2

3/4

0.55

12.4

314

22.7

10.3

P42B0010A2

1

0.75

13.3

337

24.5

11.1

P42B0015A2

1-1/2

1.1

14.9

378

28.9

13.1

9.6

244

17.9

8.1

P42B0005A2-01

P42B0005A1
P42B0005A2

P43B0005A1-01

1/2

0.37

9.2

234

16.7

7.6

P43B0007A2-01

3/4

0.55

10.3

262

19.8

9.0

P43B0010A2-01

1

0.75

11.2

284

22.0

10.0

10.0

253

18.9

8.6

P43B0005A2-01

P43B0005A1
P43B0005A2
P43B0007A2

4-inch
3-Wire

Weight
mm

P42B0005A1-01

4-Inch
2-Wire

Length
Inches

1/2

0.37

9.7

246

18.1

8.2

3/4

0.55

10.8

275

21.4

9.7

P43B0010A2

1

0.75

11.7

297

23.1

10.5

P43B0005A2-01

1/2

0.37

9.2

234

16.7

7.6

P43B0007A2-01

3/4

0.55

10.3

262

19.8

9.0

P43B0010A2-01

1

0.75

11.2

284

22.0

10.0

P43B0015A2-01

1-1/2

1.1

12.8

325

26.0

11.8

P43B0005A2

1/2

0.37

9.7

246

18.1

8.2

P43B0007A2

3/4

0.55

10.8

275

21.4

9.7

P43B0010A2

1

0.75

11.7

297

23.1

10.5

P43B0015A2

1-1/2

1.1

13.6

345

27.4

12.4

P43B0020A2

2

1.5

15.1

383

31.0

14.1

P43B0030A2

3

2.2

18.3

466

40.0

18.1

P43B0050A2

5

3.7

27.7

703

70.0

31.8

XE Series Motors

Motor Type

17

SECTION 5: XE Series 4” Submersible Motors
Table 5-6: Three Phase Motor Dimensions (230, 460, 200 and 575 Volt, 60 Hz, 3450 RPM)
Pentek® Part Number

HP

kW

1/2

Length

Weight

Inches

mm

Lb

Kg

0.37

10

254

18.9

8.6

3/4

0.55

10.8

275

21.4

9.7

1

0.75
11.7

297

23.1

10.5

13.8

351

27.4

12.4

15.3

389

32

14.5

21.7

550

55

24.9

27.7

703

70

31.8

30.7

780

78

35.4

P43B0005A8
P43B0005A3
P43B0005A4
P43B0007A8
P43B0007A3
P43B0007A4
P43B0010A8
P43B0010A3
P43B0010A4
P43B0015A8
P43B0015A3
P43B0015A4

1-1/2

1.1

2

1.5

3

2.2

5

3.7

7-1/2

5.6

10

7.5

P43B0015A5
P43B0020A8
P43B0020A3
P43B0020A4
P43B0020A5
P43B0030A8
P43B0030A3
P43B0030A4
P43B0030A5
P43B0050A8
P43B0050A3
P43B0050A4
P43B0050A5
P43B0075A8
P43B0075A3
P43B0075A4
P43B0075A5
P43B0100A4

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3.00 (7.62)

Shaft free end-play
.005 -.040 (.127 - 1.02)

XE Series Motors

1.508 (38.30)
1.498 (38.05)

All dimensions
in inches (mm)
3.750 (95.2)

4” Motor
Length

14 Teeth 24/48 Pitch
30 Degee Pressure Angle
Min 0.50 (23.1) Full Spline
ANSI B92.1 Compliant

0.6255 (15.89)
0.6245 (15.86)
Sand Boot

0.97 (24.6) max
0.79 (20.1) min

(4) 5/16 - 24
UNF-2A Threaded
Studs on 3” (76.2)
Dia. Circle
1.5 (38.1)max.

Figure 5-1: XE Series 4” Motor Dimensions – Single and Three Phase

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SECTION 5: XE Series 4” Submersible Motors
5.6

4” Motor Fuse Sizing

Table 5-7: SINGLE PHASE Motor Fuse Sizing (115 and 230 Volt, 60 Hz, 3450 RPM)
Fuse Sizing Based on NEC
Motor Type

Pentek® Part Number

HP

kW

1/2

0.37

P42B0007A2-01

3/4

0.55

P42B0010A2-01

1

0.75

P42B0015A2-01

1-1/2

1.1

1/2

0.37

P42B0005A1-01
P42B0005A2-01

4-Inch
PSC
2-Wire

P42B0005A1
P42B0005A2
P42B0007A2

3/4

0.55

P42B0010A2

1

0.75

P42B0015A2

1-1/2

1.1

1/2

0.37

P43B0005A1-01
P43B0005A2-01
4-Inch
CSIR
3-Wire

P43B0007A2-01

3/4

0.55

P43B0010A2-01

1

0.75

1/2

0.37

P43B0005A1
P43B0005A2

4-Inch
CSCR
3-Wire

20

Volts
115

230

115

Standard Fuse

Dual Element Time Delay Fuse

Circuit
Breaker

30

20

25

15

10

15

15

20

35

20

30

25

15

20

20
25

15
230

20
25
30

115

30
15

230
115

20

10
15
20
10

10
15
20
25
30
15
20

25

15

25

30

20

30

15

P43B0007A2

3/4

0.55

20

P43B0010A2

1

0.75

25
15

10
15

15
20
25

P43B0005A2-01

1/2

0.37

P43B0007A2-01

3/4

0.55

P43B0010A2-01

1

0.75

P43B0015A2-01

1-1/2

1.1

P43B0005A2

1/2

0.37

P43B0007A2

3/4

0.55

P43B0010A2

1

0.75

P43B0015A2

1-1/2

1.1

30

15

25

P43B0020A2

2

1.5

30

20

25

P43B0030A2

3

2.2

45

25

40

P43B0050A2

5

3.7

70

40

60

20
230

30

10
10
15

15
20

15
25
10

10

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Table 5-8: THREE PHASE Motor Fuse Sizing (230, 460, 200 and 575 Volt, 60 Hz, 3450 RPM)
Fuse Sizing Based on NEC
HP

kW

P43B0005A8
P43B0005A3

1/2

0.37

Volts

Standard
Fuse

Dual Element Time Delay Fuse

Circuit
Breaker

200

10

6

10

230

6

6

6

P43B0005A4

460

3

3

3

P43B0007A8

200

15

10

10

P43B0007A3

3/4

0.55

P43B0007A4
P43B0010A8
P43B0010A3

1

0.75

230

6

6

6

460

3

6

3

200

15

10

10

230

10

6

10

P43B0010A4

460

6

3

6

P43B0015A8

200

20

10

15

230

15

10

15

460

10

6

6

P43B0015A3
P43B0015A4

1-1/2

1.1

P43B0015A5

575

6

3

6

P43B0020A8

200

25

15

20

230

15

15

20

460

15

6

10

P43B0020A5

575

10

6

10

P43B0030A8

200

35

20

30

230

25

15

25

P43B0020A3
P43B0020A4

P43B0030A3
P43B0030A4

2

3

1.5

2.2

460

15

10

15

P43B0030A5

575

10

10

10

P43B0050A8

200

60

35

50

P43B0050A3

230

45

30

40

P43B0050A4

5

3.7

460

25

15

20

P43B0050A5

575

20

15

20

P43B0075A8

200

80

50

70

P43B0075A3

230

70

45

60

460

40

25

35

575

25

20

25

460

45

25

35

P43B0075A4

7-1/2

5.6

P43B0075A5
P43B0100A4

10

7.5

XE Series Motors

Pentek®
Part Number

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SECTION 5: XE Series 4” Submersible Motors
5.7

Cable Lengths

Table 5-9: Cable Lengths, SINGLE PHASE 115 and 230 Volt, 60 Hz, 3450 RPM, 2- and 3-wire Motors, 60° and 75° C.
Service Entrance to Motor: Maximum Length in Feet
Motor
Type

Pentek® Part
Number
P42B0005A1-01
P42B0005A2-01
P42B0007A2-01

PSC
2-Wire

3/4

P42B0010A2-01

1
1-1/2

P42B0005A1
P42B0007A2

1/2
3/4

P42B0010A2

1

P42B0015A2

1-1/2

P43B0005A1-01
P43B0005A2-01

1/2

P43B0007A2-01

3/4

P43B0010A2-01

1

P43B0005A1
P43B0005A2

CSCR
3-Wire

1/2

P42B0015A2-01
P42B0005A2

CSIR
3-Wire

HP

1/2

Volt
115

230

115

230

115
230
115

14

12

10

8

6

4

3

2

1

0

00

112

178

284

449

699

1114

1401

1769

2229

2814

3550

464

739

1178

1866

2903

4628

5818

7347

9256

11684

353

562

897

1420

2210

3523

4429

5594

7046

8895

11222

271

430

686

1087

1692

2697

3390

4281

5394

6808

8590

211

335

535

847

1318

2100

2640

3335

4201

5303

6690

115

183

293

463

721

1150

1445

1825

2299

2902

3662

466

742

1183

1874

2915

4648

5843

7379

9295

11733

342

545

869

1376

2141

3413

4291

5419

6826

8617

10871

241

383

611

968

1506

2400

3018

3811

4801

6060

7646

199

317

505

801

1246

1986

2496

3153

3972

5013

6325

101

160

255

404

629

1002

1260

1591

2004

2530

3192

359

571

912

1444

2246

3581

4502

5685

7162

9040

281

447

713

1129

1757

2800

3521

4446

5601

7070

8920

233

371

592

937

1458

2324

2921

3689

4648

5867

7402

87

138

221

349

544

867

1090

1376

1734

2188

2761

348

553

883

1398

2175

3467

4359

5505

6935

8753

P43B0007A2

3/4

264

420

670

1061

1651

2632

3309

4178

5264

6644

8383

P43B0010A2

1

226

359

573

908

1413

2252

2831

3575

4504

5685

7173

P43B0005A2-01

1/2

457

726

1158

1835

2855

4551

5721

7225

9102

11489

P43B0007A2-01

3/4

365

581

927

1468

2284

3641

4577

5780

7281

9191

11596

P43B0010A2-01

1

300

478

762

1206

1877

2992

3762

4751

5985

7554

9531

P43B0015A2-01

1-1/2

201

320

510

808

1257

2004

2519

3182

4008

5059

6383

P43B0005A2

1/2

447

711

1135

1797

2796

4458

5604

7078

8916

11254

P43B0007A2

3/4

348

553

883

1398

2175

3467

4359

5505

6935

8753

11044

P43B0010A2

1

304

484

772

1223

1903

3034

3814

4817

6068

7659

9663

P43B0015A2

1-1/2

197

314

501

793

1234

1968

2474

3124

3936

4968

6268

P43B0020A2

2

180

286

456

722

1123

1790

2251

2843

3581

4520

5703

P43B0030A2

3

133

211

P43B0050A2

5

230

* Table data are generated per NEC standards.

22

Wire Size, AWG

337

534

830

1324

1664

2102

2648

3342

4217

206

326

507

809

1017

1284

1618

2042

2577

SECTION 5: XE Series 4” Submersible Motors
Table 5-10: Cable Lengths, THREE PHASE 230, 460, 200 and 575 Volt, 60 Hz, 3450 RPM Motors, 60° and 75° C.
Service Entrance to Motor: Maximum Length in Feet
HP

P43B0005A8
P43B0005A3

Volt
200

1/2

P43B0005A4
P43B0007A8

Wire Size, AWG
14

12

10

8

6

657

1045

1667

2641

4109

3037

4725

230

756

1202

1917

460

2922

4648

7414

4

3

7532

9469

200

423

674

1074

1702

2648

230

562

894

1426

2258

3513

5601

7041

P43B0007A4

460

2191

3486

5560

8806

P43B0010A8

200

346

551

879

1392

2166

3454

4342

2915

4648

5843

P43B0007A3

P43B0010A3

3/4

1

P43B0010A4

230

466

742

1183

1874

460

1753

2789

4448

7045

P43B0015A8

200

265

421

672

1064

1655

2638

3317

P43B0015A3

230

359

571

912

1444

2246

3581

4502

460

1370

2179

3475

5504

575

2283

3631

5792

P43B0015A4

1-1/2

P43B0015A5

2

1

0

7162

9040

00

XE Series Motors

Pentek® Part
Number

8892

7379

5685

P43B0020A8

200

217

344

549

870

1354

2158

2714

3427

4317

5449

P43B0020A3

230

288

459

732

1159

1803

2874

3613

4563

5748

7256

460

1153

1835

2926

4635

7212

P43B0020A5

575

1336

2126

3390

5370

P43B0030A8

200

159

253

403

638

993

1583

1990

2513

3166

3996

2163

2719

3434

4326

5460

6889

940

1182

1493

1881

2374

2995

1569

1982

2496

3151

3976

796

1005

1266

1598

2017

2089

2635

P43B0020A4

P43B0030A3

2

230

217

345

551

872

1357

460

827

1315

2098

3323

5171

P43B0030A5

575

1660

2641

4212

6671

P43B0050A8

200

94

150

239

379

P43B0030A4

P43B0050A3

3

590

230

125

199

318

503

783

1248

460

516

820

1308

2072

3224

5140

P43B0050A5

575

721

1147

1829

2897

4507

P43B0075A8

200

64

101

161

255

397

211

334

519

827

1040

1314

1655

325

516

824

1305

2030

3236

4068

5138

6472

2540

3193

4033

5080

P43B0050A4

P43B0075A3
P43B0075A4

5

7-1/2

P43B0075A5
P43B0100A4

10

230
460
575

548

871

1390

2202

3426

460

255

405

647

1024

1593

633

9155

* Table data are generated per NEC standards.

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SECTION 5: XE Series 4” Submersible Motors
5.8

4” Motor Overload Protection

Single Phase Motors

Single phase motors have overload protection either
in the motor or in the control box. Motors less than or
equal to 1 HP have built-in protection. This automatic
protection will continue to cycle under a locked or stalled
rotor condition.
Single phase motors larger than 1 HP use overload
protection located in the SMC (Submersible Motor
Controls) section. These are manual overloads and must
be manually reset if an overload condition occurs.

5.9

Motor Cooling

Pentek 4” XE Series motors are designed to operate to a
maximum SF (Service Factor) horsepower in water up to
86° F (30° C).
®

4” motors: Minimum cooling water flow 3 HP and over
I.D of casing

Flow GPM (LPM) required

4

1.2 (4.5

5

7 (26.5)

6

13 (49)

7

20 (76)

8

30 (114)

10

50 (189)

12

80 (303)

14

110 (416)

16

150 (568)

If the flow is less than specified, a flow-inducer sleeve
can be installed, as shown in Figure 5-2. The sleeve will
act like a smaller casing size to force flow around the
motor to aid cooling.

5.10 Starting Frequency
Recommended motor starting frequency is shown
below. Motor, pressure switch, tank, and pump life may
be extended by limiting starts per hour and starts per
day. Proper tank sizing is critical to control pump cycle
times. Excessive or rapid cycling creates heat which can
prematurely damage motors, switches, and controls.
Motor Starting Frequency
HP

Single Phase
Starts/hr

Starts/24hr

1/2 thru 3/4

12.5

300

1 thru 5

4.2

100

7.5 thru 200

Three Phase
Starts/hr

Starts/24hr

12.5

300

4.2

100

A one (1) minute minimum run time for pumps and motors up to 1.5 HP and
two (2) minutes for 2HP and larger motors is recommended to dissipate heat
build-up from starting current.

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Figure 5-2: Flow Inducer Sleeve

SECTION 6: Pentek® 6” Submersible Motors
6.1 Motor Inspection
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains
important instructions that should be followed during
installation, operation, and maintenance.

This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this
symbol 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.
Keep safety labels in good condition. Replace missing
or damaged safety labels.

California Proposition 65 Warning
This product and related accessories
contain chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
APPLICATION LIMITS
Maximum Immersion Depth: 985 ft. (300 m)
Maximum Water Temperature: 95°F (35°C)
pH content of the water: 6.5–8
Minimum Cooling Flow Rate: 0.5 feet per second (fps)
(0.15meters per second (mps)).
Required line voltage at the motor under operating
conditions (±10%).
NOTICE When calculating voltage at the motor, be sure
to allow for voltage drop in the cable.
The sum of the absolute values of the voltage and
frequency must not vary from the sum of the nominal
values by more than ±10%.
Operating with current unbalanced on the three legs of
the circuit can overheat and damage the motor and will
void the warranty. Current imbalance must not exceed
5% maximum.
Maximum Sand Content: 50ppm (max. size 0.1–0.25mm)
Maximum Chlorine Ion Content: 500ppm

6.2 Testing

ELECTRICAL
(See Table 1, Page 4, for Motor Electrical
Specifications)
1.
Risk of electrical shock if the cable is
damaged. Inspect the motor cable for any nicks or
cuts. Do not use the motor cable to pull, lift, or
handle the motor. Protect the motor cable during
storage, handling, moving, and installation of the
motor.
2. Inspect the motor to determine that it is the correct
horsepower, voltage, and size for the job and that
there is no shipping damage. Verify that the motor
nameplate voltage matches the available power
supply voltage. The nameplate rated voltage must
not vary more than ± 10% from the power supply
voltage.
3. On all new installations and after the motor has
sat idle for a long period of time, check the motor’s
internal electrical resistance with a megohmmeter
with lead wires connected. Prior to installation, the
motor should have an insulation value of at least
500 megohms. After installation, the motor and
power cable should have a minimum insulation
value of 1 megohm. If the minimum values are
below the listed values, contact the factory before
starting the motor.
4. Fuses or circuit breakers and overload protection
are required. Fuses or circuit breakers and
overloads must be sized in accordance with National
Electrical Code (NEC) or Canadian Electrical Code
(CEC) requirements, as applicable, and with all
applicable local codes and ordinances. See
Section 6 for these specifications.
5. Wire and ground the motor in accordance with
National Electrical Code (NEC) or Canadian
Electrical Code (CEC) requirements, as applicable,
and with all applicable local codes and ordinances.

6.3 Storage and Drain/Fill Instructions
LIFTING
1.
Heavy Object. Lifting equipment must be
capable of lifting motor and attached equipment. Check
over all tools, especially the hoisting gear, for wear or
damage before hoisting the unit.
2. If the total length of the pump and motor unit (without
any riser pipe attached) exceeds 10ft (3m), support the
unit with a girder while hoisting (see Figure 1). Do not
remove the supporting girder until the unit is standing
vertically in the hoist. Check for damage.

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Pentek 6” Motors

Important Safety Instructions

SECTION 6: Pentek® 6” Submersible Motors
6.3 Storage and Drain/Fill Instructions
Figure 1: When the pump and motor together
(without any riser pipe) are 10ft (3m) long or more,
support the assembly before lifting to avoid bending
it in the middle. Never try to lift the motor or pump
by the motor cables.

Less Than 10 Ft (3 M)

10 Ft (3M) or More
Support the pump and motor!

10 Ft (3M) or More
Lack of support will destroy the motor!

MOTOR STORAGE AND INSTALLATION
1. The motor is filled at the factory with anti-freeze
which will protect it in temperatures down to –22ºF
(-30ºC). Do not install, transport or store the motor
below these temperatures if the motor is filled. If
storage is necessary at temperatures below –22ºF
(-30ºC), drain the anti-freeze from the motor.

A. Rock motor
while turning
shaft.

B. Fill motor;
repeat rocking
and filling until
motor is full.

2. Verify that the motor is full before installing. If not, fill
it with clean water (see below). Installing a motor that
is not filled with liquid will void the warranty. Before
installation, check all water fill and drain plugs,
mounting bolts, and cable connections for tightness.
Refill the motor with clean water as follows:
A. Stand the motor on end (vertically) and remove the
fill plug with a 5mm hexagonal nut driver.
B. Turn the motor shaft by hand while rocking the
motor back and forth (see Figure 2).
C. Pour in clean water until the motor is as full as
possible.
D. Repeat the turning/rocking procedure.
E. Check the liquid level. If necessary, add more clean
water.
F. When the motor is full, re-install the fill plug.
Tighten it with the 5mm hexagonal nut driver.
Support motor while rocking to prevent motor
from falling over.

26

Figure 2: Rock Motor gently from side to side while
turning shaft by hand (A), then fill with clean water (B).
Repeat until full.

SECTION 6: Pentek® 6” Submersible Motors
6.3 Storage and Drain/Fill Instructions

Well

Water
Pump

Flow Inducer
Sleeve

Pentek 6” Motors

NOTICE To avoid damaging the motor thrust bearing,
do not hammer on the shaft, coupling, or slinger. Check
the motor rotation by hand to make sure that it turns
freely.
1. To avoid damage to the motor diaphragm, make
sure that the bottom of the motor does not touch
the dirt or mud at the bottom of the well. Install the
motor at least 10’ above the well bottom.
2. To install the motor horizontally, lay it down with
the lead wires at 12 o’clock when you are facing
the motor shaft. To prevent any load on the shaft
and bearings and to avoid any damaging vibrations
to the motor, mount the motor solidly on the pump
end and make sure that the pump and motor are
accurately aligned.
3. Install the motor so that during operation water
flows past all parts of it at a rate of at least 0.5 fps
(0.15 mps). If the well will not provide this flow,
install a sleeve on the motor to channel water past
it (see Figure 3). Do not try to operate the motor in
mud or sand. To do so will damage the motor and
void the warranty.
4. Electrical connections: Connect the three motor
leads to the three hot motor leads (black, brown,
and blue) in the incoming cable. Connect the
ground wire (green and yellow) in accordance with
NEC or CEC requirements (as applicable) and in
accordance with all applicable local codes and
ordinances. Apply power momentarily to check
rotation. If the motor runs backwards, interchange
any two power leads to reverse direction of rotation.

Motor

10’ (3M)
or more

NOT TO SCALE

Figure 3: If flow past motor is less than .5 fps (0.15 mps),
install a flow inducer sleeve as shown. Flow must be at
least .5 fps (0.15 mps) for adequate motor cooling. The
flow inducer sleeve should not touch the side of the
motor.

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SECTION 6: Pentek® 6” Submersible Motors
6.4 Motor Specifications
Ordering Information
Motor
Type Phase

Note

HP

KW

6PM2-5-2

5

4

6PM2-7-2 7-1/2
6PM2-10-2

10
15

11

Motors
are 60 Hz 6PM2-15-2
only
6MP2-20-2

6”

Three

Service Factor 1.00 Service Factor 1.15

PENTEK
Model #

AMPS

Eff.
%

P.F.
%

Locked
Rotor
Amps

16.4

77

85

102.1

85

23.2

79

86

146.4

81

33.0

78

83

187.6

78

84

47.0

78

86

281.8

Eff. P.F.
% %

15 .2

75

83

6

21.2

79

8

30.8

77

43.2

HZ VOLTS AMPS

60

230

Winding
Thrust KVA Insulation Resistance
Load Code Class
(ohm)
RPM
1763

in

mm

lbs

kg

K

0.7873

3460 22.7

577

90

41

J

0.5389

3460 24.9

632

102

46

J

0.3964

3440 29.2

741.5

116

53

J

0.2782

3450 31.8

807.5

121

55

20

15

57.4

79

85

63.0

79

87

394.5

J

0.2101

3450 35.1

892.5

147

67

25

19

69

81

86

76.0

80

88

480.2

J

0.1605

3450 38.0

964.5

165

75

6PM2-30-2

30

22

76.6

84

88

85.0

84

89

614.2

K

0.1445

3500 41.8 1,060.5 190

86

6PM2-5-4

5

4

8.2

77

85

K

2.9674

11.6

79

86

J

1.9828

J

1.4648

6PM2-7-4 7-1/2

6

6PM2-10-4

10

8

6PM2-15-4

15

11

Motors are
dual rated
6PM2-20-4
50 Hz &
60 Hz

20

15

6MP2-25-4

25

19

6PM2-30-4

30

22

6PM2-40-4

40

30

6PM2-50-4

50

37

380

8.9

75

87

60

460

10.6

75

83

50

380

12.5

79

87

60

460

15.4

79

85

50

380

17.8

78

85

60

460

15.4

77

81

50

380

25.6

77

87

60

460

21.6

78

84

50

380

34

78

89

60

460

28.5

79

85

50

380

41

79

89

60

460

34.5

81

86

50

380

46

83

90

60

460

38

84

88

50

380

62.5

83

90

60

460

52.7

84

88

50

380

77.6

83

90

60

460

64.3

85

87

45.6
51.1
66.8

1763

73.2
85.6

16.5

78

83

93.8

23.5

78

86

140.9

31.5

79

87

197.3

38.0

80

88

240.1

127
170.2

3485

219
276.8
42.5

84

89

307.1

58.0

84

89

439.7

70.8

85

89

500.5

393.1
449.8

F

J

0.9916

J

0.7192

J

0.5640

K

0.5036

K

0.3958

K

.3295

6182

2820
3460
2820
3460
2800
3440
2810
3450
2810
3450
2820
3450
2880
3500
2860
3490
2840
3480

22.7

577

90

41

24.9

632

102

46

29.2

741.5

116

53

31.8

807.5

131

55

35.1

892.5

147

67

38.0

964.5

165

75

41.8 1060.5

190

86

47.1

1197

209

95

49.9

1267

292

132

6.5 Motor Dimensions
L1

Nominal diameter
6"/152.4 mm
Effective diameter
5.43"/138 mm
Shaft extension length 2.87" / 73 mm		
L

For lengths, refer to Ordering Information tables.
Dimensions are for estimating purposes only.

D

28

Weight

6PM2-25-2

50

3485

Length

SECTION 6: Pentek® 6” Submersible Motors
6.6 Motor Fuse Sizing and Cable Selection
CABLE SELECTION

60˚

COPPER CABLE SIZE - From Main Breaker Panel to Motor (in feet)
MOTOR

FUSE
VOLTS /
Dual
HZ
HP KW STD Element

AWG
14

12

10

8

6

4

3

MCM
2

1

0

00

000 0000 250

300

350

400

500

THREE PHASE

CABLE SELECTION

75° C

COPPER CABLE SIZE - From Main Breaker Panel to Motor (in feet)
MOTOR

FUSE
VOLTS /
Dual
HZ
HP KW STD Element

AWG
14

12

10

8

6

Pentek 6” Motors

5 3.7 45
25
154 245 391 620 965 1538 1933 2442 3076 3883 4899 6184 7791 9198
7.5 5.5 60
40
174 277 438 682 1087 1367 1726 2174 2745 3463 4372 5508 6502 7806 9124
10 7.5 90
50
308 479 764 961 1213 1529 1930 2434 3073 3872 4571 5488 6415 7334 9125
230 V
15
11
125
80
216 337 537 675 852 1073 1355 1709 2158 2719 3210 3853 4504 5149 6407
60 Hz
20 15 175
110
251 400 503 636 801 1011 1275 1610 2028 2394 2874 3360 3842 4780
25 18.5 225
125
332 417 527 664 838 1057 1334 1681 1985 2383 2785 3184 3962
30 22 250
125
373 471 593 749 945 1193 1503 1775 2130 2490 2847 3543
5 3.7 20
10
617 982 1566 2480 3859 6152 7734 9767
7.5 5.5 30
20
436 694 1107 1753 2728 4349 5467 6904 8698
10 7.5 45
25
307 488 778 1233 1918 3057 3844 4854 6115 7719 9738
460 V
60 Hz
15 11
70
40
343 546 865 1347 2147 2699 3408 4293 5419 6837 8631
or
20 15
90
50
408 646 1005 1601 2013 2543 3203 4043 5101 6439 8113 9578
380 V
50 Hz
25 18.5 110
60
535 833 1328 1669 2108 2655 3351 4228 5338 6725 7939 9531
30 22 125
70
479 745 1187 1492 1884 2374 2997 3781 4773 6013 7099 8522 9961
40 30 150
100
546 870 1093 1381 1740 2196 2770 3497 4406 5202 6244 7299 8345
Lengths only meet the US National Electrical Code ampacity requirements for individual conductors rated 60° C in free air or water, NOT in magnetic enclosures, conduit or direct buried. Refer
to NEC Table 310.15(B)(17) for more information.

4

3

MCM
2

1

0

00

000 0000 250

300

350

400

500

THREE PHASE

25
245 391 620 965 1538 1933 2442 3076 3883 4899 6184 7791 9198
5 3.7 45
7.5 5.5 60
40
277 438 682 1087 1367 1726 2174 2745 3463 4372 5508 6502 7806 9124
10 7.5 90
50
308 479 764 961 1213 1529 1930 2434 3073 3872 4571 5488 6415 7334 9125
230 V
15
11
125
80
337 537 675 852 1073 1355 1709 2158 2719 3210 3853 4504 5149 6407
60 Hz
20 15 175
110
400 503 636 801 1011 1275 1610 2028 2394 2874 3360 3842 4780
25 18.5 225
125
417 527 664 838 1057 1334 1681 1985 2383 2785 3184 3962
30 22 250
125
471 593 749 945 1193 1503 1775 2130 2490 2847 3543
5 3.7 20
10
617 982 1566 2480 3859 6152 7734 9767
7.5 5.5 30
20
436 694 1107 1753 2728 4349 5467 6904 8698
10 7.5 45
25
488 778 1233 1918 3057 3844 4854 6115 7719 9738
460 V
60 Hz
15 11
70
40
546 865 1347 2147 2699 3408 4293 5419 6837 8631
or
20 15
90
50
646 1005 1601 2013 2543 3203 4043 5101 6439 8113 9578
380 V
50 Hz
25 18.5 110
60
535 833 1328 1669 2108 2655 3351 4228 5338 6725 7939 9531
30 22 125
70
745 1187 1492 1884 2374 2997 3781 4773 6013 7099 8522 9961
40 30 150
100
870 1093 1381 1740 2196 2770 3497 4406 5202 6244 7299 8345
Lengths only meet the US National Electrical Code ampacity requirements for individual conductors rated 75° C in free air or water, NOT in magnetic enclosures, conduit or direct buried. Refer
to NEC Table 310.15(B)(17) for more information.

29

SECTION 6: Pentek® 6” Submersible Motors
6.6 Motor Fuse Sizing and Cable Selection
CABLE SELECTION

60° C

COPPER CABLE SIZE - From Main Breaker Panel to Motor (in feet)
MOTOR

VOLTS

FUSE
Dual
HP KW STD Element

AWG
14

12

10

8

6

4

3

MCM
2

1

0

00

000 0000 250

300

350

400

500

THREE PHASE

5 3.7 45
25
391 620 965 1538 1933 2442 3076 3883 4899 6184 7791 9198
7.5 5.5 60
40
277 438 682 1087 1367 1726 2174 2745 3463 4372 5508 6502 7806 9124
10 7.5 90
50
479 764 961 1213 1529 1930 2434 3073 3872 4571 5488 6415 7334 9125
230 V
15
11
125
80
537 675 852 1073 1355 1709 2158 2719 3210 3853 4504 5149 6407
60 Hz
20 15 175
110
503 636 801 1011 1275 1610 2028 2394 2874 3360 3842 4780
25 18.5 225
125
527 664 838 1057 1334 1681 1985 2383 2785 3184 3962
30 22 250
125
593 749 945 1193 1503 1775 2130 2490 2847 3543
5 3.7 20
10
617 982 1566 2480 3859 6152 7734 9767
7.5 5.5 30
20
436 694 1107 1753 2728 4349 5467 6904 8698
10 7.5 45
25
778 1233 1918 3057 3844 4854 6115 7719 9738
460 V
60 Hz
15 11
70
40
546 865 1347 2147 2699 3408 4293 5419 6837 8631
or
20
15
90
50
646 1005 1601 2013 2543 3203 4043 5101 6439 8113 9578
380 V
50 Hz
25 18.5 110
60
833 1328 1669 2108 2655 3351 4228 5338 6725 7939 9531
30 22 125
70
745 1187 1492 1884 2374 2997 3781 4773 6013 7099 8522 9961
40 30 150
100
1093 1381 1740 2196 2770 3497 4406 5202 6244 7299 8345
Lengths meet the US National Electrical Code ampacity requirements for either individual conductors or jacketed rated 60° C cable and can be in conduit or direct buried. Flat molded and web/
ribbon cable are considered jacketed cable. Refer to NEC Table 310.15(B)(16) for more information.
* = motors are 8” diameter
CABLE SELECTION

75° C

COPPER CABLE SIZE - From Main Breaker Panel to Motor (in feet)
MOTOR

VOLTS

FUSE
Dual
HP KW STD Element

AWG
14

12

10

8

6

4

3

MCM
2

1

0

00

000 0000 250

300

350

400

500

THREE PHASE

5 3.7 45
25
245 391 620 965 1538 1933 2442 3076 3883 4899 6184 7791 9198
7.5 5.5 60
40
277 438 682 1087 1367 1726 2174 2745 3463 4372 5508 6502 7806 9124
10 7.5 90
50
308 479 764 961 1213 1529 1930 2434 3073 3872 4571 5488 6415 7334 9125
230 V
15
11
125
80
337 537 675 852 1073 1355 1709 2158 2719 3210 3853 4504 5149 6407
60 Hz
20 15 175
110
400 503 636 801 1011 1275 1610 2028 2394 2874 3360 3842 4780
25 18.5 225
125
417 527 664 838 1057 1334 1681 1985 2383 2785 3184 3962
30 22 250
125
471 593 749 945 1193 1503 1775 2130 2490 2847 3543
5 3.7 20
10
617 982 1566 2480 3859 6152 7734 9767
7.5 5.5 30
20
436 694 1107 1753 2728 4349 5467 6904 8698
10 7.5 45
25
488 778 1233 1918 3057 3844 4854 6115 7719 9738
460 V
60 Hz
15 11
70
40
546 865 1347 2147 2699 3408 4293 5419 6837 8631
or
20
15
90
50
646 1005 1601 2013 2543 3203 4043 5101 6439 8113 9578
380 V
50 H
25 18.5 110
60
535 833 1328 1669 2108 2655 3351 4228 5338 6725 7939 9531
30 22 125
70
745 1187 1492 1884 2374 2997 3781 4773 6013 7099 8522 9961
40 30 150
100
870 1093 1381 1740 2196 2770 3497 4406 5202 6244 7299 8345
Lengths meet the US National Electrical Code ampacity requirements for either individual conductors or jacketed rated 75° C cable and can be in conduit or direct buried. Flat molded and web/
ribbon cable are considered jacketed cable. Refer to NEC Table 310.15(B)(16) for more information.

30

SECTION 6: Pentek® 6” Submersible Motors
6.7 Overload Protection

NEMA SIZE

MAX HP OF
CONTACTOR

DISCONNECT A

1

7.5

30

2

10

60

3

25

100

4

40

200

MAX TOTAL A
OF PPX PANEL

O/L CURRENT
RANGE

CATALOG
NUMBER

DIMENSIONS
HxWxD

WEIGHT
(LBS.)

13.5

6.5 – 13.5

PPX-1A-13-30R

34 x 21 x 7

85

27

13 – 27

PPX-1A-27-30R

34 x 21 x 7

85

50

25 – 50

PPX-2A-50-60R

34 x 21 x 7

90

70

35 – 70

PPX-3A-70-100R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

100

65 – 135

PPX-3A-135-100R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

135

65 – 135

PPX-4A-135-200R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

Note: For HPs with multiple part numbers, use motor amperage to select a panel.

230-240 VAC
NEMA SIZE

MAX HP OF
CONTACTOR

DISCONNECT A

1

7.5

30

2

15

60

3

30

100

CATALOG
NUMBER

DIMENSIONS
HxWxD

WEIGHT
(LBS.)

6.5 – 13.5

PPX-1B-13-30R

34 x 21 x 7

85

13 – 27

PPX-1B-27-30R

34 x 21 x 7

85

MAX TOTAL A
OF PPX PANEL

O/L CURRENT
RANGE

13.5
27
50

25 – 50

PPX-2B-50-60R

34 x 21 x 7

90

70

35 – 70

PPX-3B-70-100R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

100

65 – 135

PPX-3B-135-100R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

Note: For HPs with multiple part numbers, use motor amperage to select a panel.

460-480 VAC
NEMA SIZE

MAX HP OF
CONTACTOR

DISCONNECT A

1

10

30

2

25

60

3

50

100

CATALOG
NUMBER

DIMENSIONS
HxWxD

MAX TOTAL A
OF PPX PANEL

O/L CURRENT
RANGE

WEIGHT
(LBS.)

13.5

6.5 – 13.5

PPX-1C-13-30R

34 x 21 x 7

85

27

13 – 27

PPX-1C-27-30R

34 x 21 x 7

85

50

25 – 50

PPX-2C-50-60R

34 x 21 x 7

90

70

35 – 70

PPX-3C-70-100R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

100

65 – 135

PPX-3C-135-200R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

4

100

200

135

65 – 135

PPX-4C-135-200R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

5

200

400

270

130 – 270

PPX-5C-270-400R

52 x 22 x 10

285

Note: For HPs with multiple part numbers, use motor amperage to select a panel.

575-600 VAC
NEMA SIZE

MAX HP OF
CONTACTOR

DISCONNECT A

1

10

30

2

25

60

3

50

100

4

100

200

5

200

400

MAX TOTAL A
OF PPX PANEL

O/L CURRENT
RANGE

CATALOG
NUMBER

DIMENSIONS
HxWxD

WEIGHT
(LBS.)

13.5

6.5 – 13.5

PPX-1D-13-30R

34 x 21 x 7

85

27

13 – 27

PPX-1D-27-30R

34 x 21 x 7

85

50

25 – 50

PPX-2D-50-60R

34 x 21 x 7

90

70

35 – 70

PPX-3D-70-100R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

100

65 – 135

PPX-3D-135-100R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

135

65 – 135

PPX-4D-135-200R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

270

130 – 270

PPX-5D-270-400R

52 x 22 x 10

285

Note: For HPs with multiple part numbers, use motor amperage to select a panel.

31

Pentek 6” Motors

208 VAC

SECTION 6: Pentek® 6” Submersible Motors
6.7 Overload Protection
Submersible motors must have Class 10 overload protection that will disconnect the power within 10 seconds in the
case of a locked rotor. To accomplish this, fixed-heater overloads are used. Refer to Section 10 for appropriate heaters.
The chart is based upon total line amps. Divide the motor amps by 1.732 when using a 6-lead motor with a Y-Delta
Starter. Notice: General Electric overload heaters are only usable with general electric overload relays. Do not adjust
relays to exceed nameplate amps.

6.8 Motor Cooling
Pentek 6” motors are designed for minimum water flow of 0.5 ft. /sec. past the motor. Maximum water temperature is
95° F (35° C).
6” motors: Minimum cooling water flow
I.D of casing
Flow (GPM) required
6
9
7
25
8
40
10
85
12
140
14
200
16
280
If the flow is less than specified, a flow-inducer sleeve can be installed. This will act like a smaller casing size, and
force flow around the motor to aid cooling. Always use a flow-inducer sleeve when the pump is in open water.

6.9 Head Loss In Casing
Use the chart below to account for the head loss around the pump.

Head loss in feet for flow past motor
Casing Inside Diameter

6” MotorS
6”

GPM

100

1.7

150

3.7

7”

8”

200

6.3

0.5

250

9.6

0.8

300

13.6

1.2

0.2

400

23.7

2.0

0.4

500

3.1

0.7

600

4.4

1.0

6.10 Starting Frequency
To extend the life of the pump motor and control, limit the number of starts
to 100 per 24 hours. If higher starting frequencies are necessary, consult
your factory. To prevent overheating, run motor for a minimum of two
minutes. For starting frequency, refer to section 5.10.

32

SECTION 6: Pentek® 6” Submersible Motors

Problem

Possible Causes

Solution

Motor does not start, but does not
blow fuses or trip circuit breaker

Defective fuses or circuit breakers
Loose or corroded terminals

Replace fuses or circuit breakers.
Clean and tighten connections and
motor lead terminals.

Damaged or defective connections
No incoming power

Repair or replace connections.
Contact power company.

Wrong voltage

Make sure that nameplate rated
voltage matches nominal power
supply, and that actual supply voltage
is within ±10% of nameplate voltage.

Incorrect fuses or relay

Install correct fuses or relay.

Incorrect connections

Re-connect motor wires correctly.

Locked rotor or pump

Make sure that motor is at least 10ft
above bottom of well, check well for
sand.

Insufficient insulation on motor
cables

Install new motor cables; recheck
resistance with Megohmeter.

Motor starts, but fuses blow or
circuit breakers trip

Motor starts and runs, then blows
fuse or trips circuit breaker

Incoming voltage more than 10% high Confirm high or low voltage in motor
or low sand in well
cable, consult power company.
Pull the pump and clean the well.

Motor does not start, but fuse
blows or circuit breaker trips

Locked rotor or pump

Check for sand in well.
Make sure that motor is at least 10ft
above the bottom of the well.
Pull pump and check for mechanical
obstruction in the pump and for free
rotation of the motor.

33

Pentek 6” Motors

6.11 Troubleshooting

SECTION 7: Hitachi® 6” and Larger Submersible Motors
7.1 Motor Inspection
The following conditions are stated to provide the owner
with a list of criteria for maximum motor life and to
assure motor warranty.
1.

Maximum water temperature:

•

A) 35°C (95°F): 6” (5~40HP) motors.

•

B) 25°C (77°F): 6” (50,60HP), 8’’, 10”, 12’’ and 14”
motors

2.

PH content of the water between: 6.5 -8

3.

Maximum chlorine content: 500 PPM

•
•
•

Maximum Sulfuric acid iron content: 15 PPM
Maximum Fluorine content: 0.8 PPM
Maximum Electric conductivity: 118 μMHO/INCH

4.

Maximum sand content: 50 PPM

5.

14. Surge suppressors are recommended in the interest
of protecting the control panel, as well a.s the
insulation system of the motor. Any motor failure
due to lightning or other Acts of God will void the
warranty.
15. Provide waterproof insulation splices between all
lead wires and well cables.
16. In the event that a reduced voltage starter is used to
start the motor, the following should be verified:
•

Correct quick trip, class 10 or better, ambient
compensated overloads are incorporated.

•

Proper short circuit protection is utilized.

•

Proper approved three phase overload protection.
See Table 13.

The torque required by the motor and pump package
is attainable by this type starter.

•

6.

Proper fusing for motor circuit protection.
See Table C.

The lead arrangement of the motor is acceptable with
the proposed starter load connections.

•

7.

Proper line voltage during running conditions:
60Hz: 460V, 230V ±10%
50Hz: 380V ±10%
at motor lead terminal. (Voltage drop of cable should
be considered by user.)
Combination of voltage and frequency variation:
±10% (sum of absolute values of voltage and 		
frequency)
Current unbalance between legs should not exceed
5% of the average.

Verify that if any time delay relays are used in
switching contactors in and out, that the time settings
do not exceed 2 seconds; this could damage the
motor.

•

lf a manual auto transformer starter is used, voltage
should be minimum 60% of rated voltage, and
switched to “Run”condition within 2 seconds. Double
check Table B and C for correct protection.

8.

Proper sizing of motor (current, thrust, voltage, etc.)
and a 10 feet clearance from the bottom of the well
are required.

9.

In the case of horizontal installation, the motor is to
be rigidly aligned with the pump and firmly mounted
to prevent any load on the shaft and bearings and to
avoid any damaging vibrations to the motor.

10. The motor must always be immersed in water so that
a flow velocity of cooling water at a rate of 0.5 feet
per second flows past any and all parts of the motor.
The motor will not operate in mud or sand.
11. The power cables shall be sized large enough so
that at rated current there will be less than a 5%
voltage drop. See Table C. Cables must be waterproof
submersible type.
12. For 3ø motor a balanced and properly sized
transformer bank shall be provided. Improper
electrical supply (for example, phase converter.
V-connection transformer, etc.) or connections will
void the warranty

17. Single-Phase Motors (5-15HP)
Proper connections and correct capacitors and
relays are necessary for single-phase motor starting
and running. Connection diagram: Sec Fig. 1.
Performance and recommendable capacitors: See
Table D.

7.2 Testing
1.

Do not use lead wires to pull, lift or handle the motor.
The lead wires should be protected during storage,
handling, moving and installation of the motor. 2)

2.

Inspect the motor to determine that it is the correct
HP, voltage and size for the job and that there is no
shipping damage.

3.

The factory-installed water in the motor is supplied
with anti-freeze capable of temperatures to
0°C(-22°F). Do not install, transport or store below
these temperatures. If storage is necessary below
these temperatures, drain the water from the motor.

4.

After long periods of idleness and on all new
installations, check the electrical resistance and
megger the motor with lead wires connected: see
table A. Prior to installation, the motor should have
an insulation value of at least 50 megohms. After
installation, motor and power cable should have a
minimum insulation value of 1 megohm. If minimum
values are not obtained, contact factory.

13. Single-phase protection is recommended for
protection of the installation. Any failure due to single
phasing of the incoming voltage causing the motor to
fail will void the warranty.
Hitachi® is a registered trademark of Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co., Ltd.

34

SECTION 7: Hitachi® 6” and Larger Submersible Motors
7.2 Testing

6.

Verify motor is filled with clean water before
installing. The warranty is void if this is not done.
Also check the tightness of all water filling and drain
plugs, mounting bolts and cable connections.
Do not hammer the shaft, coupling or slinger since
this may damage the thrust bearing. Check the
rotation of the motor by hand to insure that it turns
freely.

7.

Do not drop the bottom end of the motor in the dirt or
mud since this may plug up the diaphragm opening.

8.

If motor is to be installed horizontal, make sure that
the lead wires are at the 12 o’clock position when
facing the motor shaft (in horizontal position).

NOTE:
There are no bearings that need oil or grease. The motor,
being inaccessible, should be monitored through its
electrical connections.
• A) Measure and record operating current and voltage.
• B) Measure and record the motor insulation
resistance. Any resistance of less than 50 megohm
(5,000,000) for a new motor should be evaluated or
checked further by a qualified service shop.
• Lightning arrestors and/or surge capacitors will help
prevent damage to the control box, cables, and motor.
• Single-phase protection will help in preventing motor
failure due to adverse incoming primary power.
• Based on the values obtained in A and B above and
the output flow rates and pressures of the pump,
a complete picture of total performance can be
obtained. This can be used to determine any pump
and motor maintenance and overhauling which might
be required.
•

7.3 Storage and Drain Fill Instructions
1.

After energizing the motor, check the flow and
pressure of the pump to make sure that the motor
is rotating in the correct direction. To correct a
wrong rotation, switch any two of the three cable
connections. (Three-phase motor only)

2.

When starting the pump for the first time, inspect
the water for sand. If sand appears, then continue
to pump till the water clears up; otherwise, sand
will accumulate in the pump stages and will bind or
freeze the moving parts if water is allowed to flow
back down the well.

3.

During testing or checking rotation (such as
“humping” or “inching”) the number of “starts”
should be limited to 3, followed by a full 15 minute
cooling-off period before any additional “starts’’
are attempted. Depending on the depth of the well
and/or method of checking, these rotational checks
or ‘’starts’’ may actually be full-fledged starts. If
this is the case, then a full cooling-off period of 15
minutes is required between this type of start.

4.

For automatic (pilot device) operation, the motor
should be allowed to cool for 15 minutes between
starts.

5.

Input voltage, current and insulation resistance
values should be recorded throughout the life of
the installation and should be used as a from of
preventive maintenance.

If the motor is to be stored, protect the unit from
freezing by storing in an area with a temperature
higher than -30°C (-22° F).

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5.

SECTION 7: Hitachi® 6” and Larger Submersible Motors
7.4 Motor Specifications

TABLE A. RESISTANCE DATA
Single Phase 2 Pole 230V/60Hz
Motor Size and Type

Resistance (Ω)

HP

R–Y

B–Y

R–B

6”, C

5

2.172

0.512

2.627

“

7.5

1.401

0.400

1.774

“

10

1.052

0.316

1.310

“

15

0.678

0.230

0.850

Three Phase 2 Pole

Three Phase 4 Pole

Motor Size and Type

HP

Volt

Resistance (Ω)

Motor Size and Type

HP

Volt

6”, C

5

“

5

“
“

230

.806

8”, W

7.5

230

.564

460

3.050

“

7.5

460

2.178

7.5

230

0.651

“

10

230

0.564

7.5

460

2.430

“

10

460

2.178

“

10

230

0.448

“

15

230

0.399

“

10

460

1.619

“

15

460

1.519

“

15

230

0.312

“

20

230

0.399

“

15

460

1.074

“

20

460

1.519

“

20

230

0.258

“

25

230

0.242

“

20

460

0.861

“

25

460

0.888

“

25

230

0.210

“

30

230

0.242

“

25

460

0.666

“

30

460

0.888

“

30

230

0.166

10”, W

40

230

0.408

“

30

460

0.554

“

50

460

0.408

“

40

460

0.446

“

60

460

0.288

“

50

“

0.388

“

75

“

0.257

“

60

“

0.388

“

100

“

0.171

8”,W

40

“

0.372

125

“

0.171

“

50

“

0.331

12“, W

150

“

0.138

“

60

“

0.278

“

175

“

0.119

“

75

“

0.218

“

200

“

0.0826

“

100

“

0.164

14“, W

250

“

0.0552

“

125

“

0.132

“

300

“

0.0517

“

150

“

0.115

Values are for normal temp. 68° (20°) with motor lead wires.

10”, W

175

“

0.121

“

200

“

0.0929

“

250

“

0.0776

LEAD WIRE COLOR
R: Red
Y: Yellow
B: Black
G: Green (6” only)

12”, W

300

“

0.0386

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MOTOR TYPE
C: CANNED
W: WATER TYPE

Resistance (Ω)

SECTION 7: Hitachi® 6” and Larger Submersible Motors
7.4 Motor Specifications

Motor Dimensions

Materials of Construction
PARTS

MATERIALS

Motor Sleeve

Stainless steel construction

Castings

Baked epoxy-coated gray iron

Fasteners

Stainless steel

Shaft

NEMA splined stainless steel

Flange

NEMA standard type

Rotor

Double epoxy-coated

Thrust Bearings

Kingsbury-type 420 stainless steel

Mechanical Seal

Nitrile rubber (NBR), grease packed

Diaphragm

Nitrile rubber

Sand Cap

Polyurethane

Sand Slinger

Stainless steel

Lead Wire (or Cable)
		

Double-insulated, heat and water-resistant,
167°F/75°C, 600V

L1

SERVICE
FACTOR

Diameter

HP

kW

Volts

PH

Hz

Catalog
Number

6

5

3.7

200

3

60

6HIT2-5-8

1.15

6

5

3.7

230

1

60

6HIT2-5-1

1.15

6
6
6

5
5
7.5

3.7
3.7
5.5

230
460
200

3
3
3

60
60
60

6HIT2-5-2
6HIT2-5-4
6HIT2-7-8

1.15
1.15
1.15

6

7.5

5.5

230

1

60

6HIT2-7-1

1.15

6
6
6

7.5
7.5
10

5.5
5.5
7.5

230
460
200

3
3
3

60
60
60

6HIT2-7-2
6HIT2-7-4
6HIT2-10-8

1.15
1.15
1.15

6

10

7.5

230

1

60

6HIT2-10-1

1.15

6
6
6

10
10
15

7.5
7.5
11

230
460
200

3
3
3

60
60
60

6HIT2-10-2
6HIT2-10-4
6HIT2-15-8

1.15
1.15
1.15

6

15

11

230

1

60

6HIT2-15-1

1.15

3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3

60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60

6HIT2-15-2
6HIT2-15-4
6HIT2-20-8
6HIT2-20-2
6HIT2-20-4
6HIT2-25-8
6HIT2-25-2
6HIT2-25-4
6HIT2-30-8
6HIT2-30-2
6HIT2-30-4
6HIT2-40-4
86HIT2-50-4*
86HIT2-60-4*

1.15
1.15
1.15
1.15
1.15
1.15
1.15
1.15
1.15
1.15
1.15
1.15
1.15
1.15

6
15
11
230
6
15
11
460
6
20
15
200
6
20
15
230
6
20
15
460
6
25
18.5
200
6
25
18.5
230
6
25
18.5
460
6
30
22
200
6
30
22
230
6
30
22
460
6
40
30
460
8
50
37
460
8
60
45
460
*Models are 8" motors with 6" pump connection.

WINGING
RESISTANCE
(OHMS)
R-Y, B-Y, R-B, 2.172,
0.512, 2.627
0.806
3.05
R-Y, B-Y, R-B, 1.401,
0.400, 1.774
0.651
2.43
R-Y, B-Y, R-B, 1.052,
0.316, 1.310
0.448
1.619
R-Y, B-Y, R-B, 0.678,
0.230, 0.850
0.312
1.074
0.258
0.861
0.21
0.666
0.166
0.554
0.358
0.331
0.278

D

RATED
INPUT
AMPS

SERVICE
FACTOR
INPUT AMPS

Shaft
Extension
(L1)

LENGTH
(L2)

DIAMETER
(D)

Thrust
Capacity

17.5

19.5

2.87"

22.95"

5.5"

3,500

95

24

27.5

2.87"

26.97"

5.5"

3,500

110

15
7.5
25.4

17
8.5
28.5

2.87"
2.87"
2.87"

22.95"
22.95"
24.80"

5.5"
5.5"
5.5"

3,500
3,500
3,500

95
95
99

Weight

36

41

2.87"

29.92"

5.5"

3,500

128

22
11
33.3

26
13
37.2

2.87"
2.87"
2.87"

24.80"
24.80"
26.97"

5.5"
5.5"
5.5"

3,500
3,500
3,500

99
99
110

50

58

2.87"

29.92"

5.5"

3,500

128

29
14.5
47.4

33
16.5
53.5

2.87"
2.87"
2.87"

26.97"
26.97"
29.92"

5.5"
5.5"
5.5"

3,500
3,500
3,500

110
110
128

72

85

2.87"

33.46"

5.5"

3,500

148

42
21
61.2
54
27
77.3
68
34
91.8
82
41
56
65
80

46
23
69.5
60
30
87.5
76
38
104
94
47
61
73
90

2.87"
2.87"
2.87"
2.87"
2.87"
2.87"
2.87"
2.87"
2.87"
2.87"
2.87"
2.87"
2.87"
2.87"

29.92"
29.92"
31.5"
31.5"
31.5"
36.22"
36.22"
36.22"
38.19"
39.19"
38.19"
40.55"
45.28"
48.03"

5.5"
5.5"
5.5"
5.5"
5.5"
5.5"
5.5"
5.5"
5.5"
5.5"
5.5"
5.5"
7.52"
7.52"

3,500
3,500
3,500
3,500
3,500
3,500
3,500
3,500
3,500
3,500
3,500
5,000
5,000
5,000

128
128
137
137
137
161
161
161
176
176
176
187
353
408

Hitachi Control Boxes
Type 1 NEMA Enclosure
In-Panel Circuit Breaker
Magnetic Contactor
Terminal Blocks for External Controls
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Hitachi 6” and
Larger Motors

L

HP

kW

pH

Volts

CAtalog Number

5

3.7

1

230

HIT-5CBD

7.5

5.5

1

230

HIT-7.5CBD

10

7.5

1

230

HIT-10CBD

15

11

1

230

HIT-15CBD

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SECTION 7: Hitachi® 6” and Larger Submersible Motors
7.4 Motor Specifications
L1

Materials of Construction
PARTS

MATERIALS

Housing

Baked epoxy-coated gray iron

Fasteners

Stainless steel

Shaft

Splined or keyed stainless steel

Rotor

Double epoxy-coated

Thrust Bearings

Kingsbury-type 420 stainless steel

Mechanical Seal

Nitrile rubber (NBR), grease packed

Diaphragm

Nitrile rubber

Sand Slinger

Baked epoxy-coated gray iron

Lead Wire (or Cable)
		

Double-insulated, heat and water-resistant,
167°F/75°C, 600V

L

D

MOTOR
Diameter

HP

kW

Volts

PH

Hz

8*
8*
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
12
12
12
14
14

50
60
7.5
10
15
20
25
30
40
50
60
75
100
125
150
40
50
60
75
100
125
200
250
150
200
300
250
300

37
45
5.5
7.5
11
15
18.5
22
30
37
45
55
75
90
110
30
37
45
55
75
90
150
185
110
150
225
185
225

460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460
460

3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3

60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60

RPM

Catalog
Number

Length
(L)

Shaft
Extension
(L1)

Diameter
(D)

Thrust
Capacity

Weight

3600
3600
1800
1800
1800
1800
1800
1800
3600
3600
3600
3600
3600
3600
3600
1800
1800
1800
1800
1800
1800
3600
3600
1800
1800
3600
1800
1800

86HIT2-50-4
86HIT2-60-4
8HIT4-7-4
8HIT4-10-4
8HIT4-15-4
8HIT4-20-4
8HIT4-25-4
8HIT4-30-4
8HIT2-40-4
8HIT2-50-4
8HIT2-60-4
8HIT2-75-4
8HIT2-100-4
8HIT2-125-4
8HIT2-150-4
10HIT4-40-4
10HIT4-50-4
10HIT4-60-4
10HIT4-75-4
10HIT4-100-4
10HIT4-125-4
10HIT2-200-4
10HIT2-250-4
12HIT4-150-4
12HIT4-200-4
12HIT2-300-4
14HIT4-250-4
14HIT4-300-4

45.28
48.03
32.4
32.4
41.34
41.34
44.09
44.09
44.09
46.44
49.19
53.15
53.8
66.14
70.08
49.21
49.21
59.84
59.84
69.68
69.68
69.68
79.53
56.3
68.11
78.75
68.31
76.18

2.875
2.875
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5

5.5
5.5
7.52
7.52
7.52
7.52
7.52
7.52
7.52
7.52
7.52
7.52
7.52
7.52
7.52
8.52
8.52
8.52
8.52
8.52
8.52
8.52
8.52
10.53
10.53
10.53
12.6
12.6

10,000 **5,000
10,000 **5,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000

157
182
298
298
320
320
342
342
320
353
408
463
518
595
661
507
507
639
639
794
794
816
948
959
1235
1455
1698
1940

*Motor is 8" diameter, but constructed to operate with a 6" liquid end.

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** 8" motors with 6" flange when using stainless steel bolts have
a thrust rating of 5,000 lbs. A thrust value of 10,000 lbs. can be
obtained using grade-8 heat-treated stainless steel bolts.

SECTION 7: Hitachi® 6” and Larger Submersible Motors
7.5 Motor Dimensions

Spline Data
15 Teeth
16/32 Pitch
ANSI B92.1 Compliant
Min. 0.95 (24.13) Full Spline

3.000 (76.2)
2.997 (76.12)
1.811 (45.99)

1.000 (25.4)
0.999 (25.375)

0.987 (25.987)
0.982 (24.943)

(4) 1/2 - 20
UNF-2B Threaded
Studs on 4.375 (111.1) Dia.
Bolt Circle

Hitachi 6” and
Larger Motors

2.875 (73.03)
2.860 (72.64)

Shaft free end-play
0.016-0.154 (4.06 - 3.91)
5.51
(139.95)

All dimensions
in inches (mm)

Length

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SECTION 7: Cable Selection Guide
Hitachi® 6”– 8” Submersible Motors
7.6 Motor Fuse Sizing and Cable Selection
CABLE SELECTION

60˚

COPPER CABLE SIZE - From Main Breaker Panel to Motor (in feet)
MOTOR

FUSE
VOLTS /
Dual
HZ
HP KW STD Element

AWG
14

12

10

8

6

149

237

378

598

931

4

3

MCM
2

1

0

00

000 0000 250

300

350

400

500

THREE PHASE

5

4

45

25

1484 1865 2356 2967 3746 4726 5966 7516 8873

8
6
60
35
247 391 609 970 1220 1540 1940 2449 3090 3901 4914 5802 6965 8142 9308
10
8
80
45
308 479 764 961 1213 1529 1930 2434 3073 3872 4571 5488 6415 7334
15 11 125
70
221 344 548 689 871 1097 1384 1746 2205 2778 3279 3937 4602 5261
230 V
60 Hz
20 15 150
90
264 420 528 667 841 1061 1339 1690 2130 2514 3018 3528 4034
25 19 200
100
332 417 527 664 838 1057 1334 1681 1985 2383 2785 3184
30 22 225
125
337 426 537 677 855 1079 1359 1605 1926 2252 2575
40* 30 300
175
328 413 522 659 831 1047 1236 1484 1735 1984
5
4
20
10
595 947 1511 2393 3723 5935 7461 9422
8
6
30
15
389 619 988 1564 2434 3880 4878 6161 7761 9797
10
8
40
20
307 488 778 1233 1918 3057 3844 4854 6115 7719 9738
15 11
60
30
350 558 884 1376 2193 2757 3482 4387 5537 6986 8819
20 15
80
45
428 678 1055 1682 2114 2670 3363 4245 5356 6761 8518
25 19 100
50
535 833 1328 1669 2108 2655 3351 4228 5338 6725 7939 9531
30 22 110
60
433 673 1073 1349 1704 2147 2710 3419 4316 5437 6419 7706 9008
40 30 150
80
519 827 1040 1313 1654 2088 2634 3325 4189 4946 5937 6940 7935
460 V 40* 30 150
80
502 801 1007 1271 1601 2022 2550 3220 4056 4789 5749 6720 7683
60 Hz
50 37 175
100
639 803 1014 1277 1612 2034 2568 3235 3819 4585 5359 6127
50* 37 175
100
691 869 1097 1382 1745 2201 2779 3501 4133 4961 5799 6631
60 45 225
125
675 852 1073 1355 1709 2158 2719 3210 3853 4504 5149
60* 45 225
125
705 890 1121 1415 1785 2254 2839 3352 4024 4704 5378
75 55 250
150
735 926 1168 1474 1861 2344 2768 3323 3884 4441
100 75 350
200
878 1108 1399 1762 2081 2498 2920 3338
125 93 450
250
893 1127 1420 1676 2012 2352 2689
150 111 500
275
1162 1371 1646 1924 2200
Lengths only meet the US National Electrical Code ampacity requirements for individual conductors rated 60° C in free air or water, NOT in magnetic enclosures, conduit or direct buried.
to NEC Table 310.15(B)(17) for more information.
* = motors are 8” diameter

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9125
6546
5019
3962
3203
2468

9873
9559
7623
8250
6407
6691
5525
4153
3346
2737
Refer

SECTION 7: Cable Selection Guide
Hitachi® 6”– 8” Submersible Motors
7.6 Motor Fuse Sizing and Cable Selection
CABLE SELECTION

75° C

COPPER CABLE SIZE - From Main Breaker Panel to Motor (in feet)
MOTOR

FUSE
VOLTS /
Dual
HZ
HP KW STD Element

AWG
14

12

10

8

6

149

237

378

598

931

4

3

MCM
2

1

0

00

000 0000 250

300

350

400

500

THREE PHASE

4

45

25

1484 1865 2356 2967 3746 4726 5966 7516 8873

8
6
60
35
155 247 391 609 970 1220 1540 1940 2449 3090 3901 4914 5802 6965 8142 9308
10
8
80
45
195 308 479 764 961 1213 1529 1930 2434 3073 3872 4571 5488 6415 7334
15 11 125
70
221 344 548 689 871 1097 1384 1746 2205 2778 3279 3937 4602 5261
230 V
60 Hz
20 15 150
90
264 420 528 667 841 1061 1339 1690 2130 2514 3018 3528 4034
25 19 200
100
208 332 417 527 664 838 1057 1334 1681 1985 2383 2785 3184
30 22 225
125
268 337 426 537 677 855 1079 1359 1605 1926 2252 2575
40* 30 300
175
328 413 522 659 831 1047 1236 1484 1735 1984
4
20
10
595 947 1511 2393 3723 5935 7461 9422
5
8
6
30
15
389 619 988 1564 2434 3880 4878 6161 7761 9797
10
8
40
20
307 488 778 1233 1918 3057 3844 4854 6115 7719 9738
15 11
60
30
220 350 558 884 1376 2193 2757 3482 4387 5537 6986 8819
20 15
80
45
428 678 1055 1682 2114 2670 3363 4245 5356 6761 8518
25 19 100
50
338 535 833 1328 1669 2108 2655 3351 4228 5338 6725 7939 9531
30 22 110
60
433 673 1073 1349 1704 2147 2710 3419 4316 5437 6419 7706 9008
40 30 150
80
519 827 1040 1313 1654 2088 2634 3325 4189 4946 5937 6940 7935
460 V 40* 30 150
80
502 801 1007 1271 1601 2022 2550 3220 4056 4789 5749 6720 7683
60 Hz
50 37 175
100
639 803 1014 1277 1612 2034 2568 3235 3819 4585 5359 6127
50* 37 175
100
433 691 869 1097 1382 1745 2201 2779 3501 4133 4961 5799 6631
60 45 225
125
537 675 852 1073 1355 1709 2158 2719 3210 3853 4504 5149
60* 45 225
125
561 705 890 1121 1415 1785 2254 2839 3352 4024 4704 5378
75 55 250
150
582 735 926 1168 1474 1861 2344 2768 3323 3884 4441
100 75 350
200
696 878 1108 1399 1762 2081 2498 2920 3338
125 93 450
250
708 893 1127 1420 1676 2012 2352 2689
150 111 500
275
922 1162 1371 1646 1924 2200
Lengths only meet the US National Electrical Code ampacity requirements for individual conductors rated 75° C in free air or water, NOT in magnetic enclosures, conduit or direct buried.
to NEC Table 310.15(B)(17) for more information.
* = motors are 8” diameter

9125
6546
5019
3962
3203
2468

Hitachi 6” and
Larger Motors

5

9873
9559
7623
8250
6407
6691
5525
4153
3346
2737
Refer

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SECTION 7: Cable Selection Guide
Hitachi® 6”– 8” Submersible Motors
7.6 Motor Fuse Sizing and Cable Selection
CABLE SELECTION

60° C

COPPER CABLE SIZE - From Main Breaker Panel to Motor (in feet)
MOTOR

VOLTS

FUSE
Dual
HP KW STD Element

AWG
14

12

10

8

6

-

-

378

598

931

4

3

MCM
2

1

0

00

000 0000 250

300

350

400

500

THREE PHASE

5

4

45

25

1484 1865 2356 2967 3746 4726 5966 7516 8873

8
6
60
35
391 609 970 1220 1540 1940 2449 3090 3901 4914 5802 6965 8142 9308
10
8
80
45
479 764 961 1213 1529 1930 2434 3073 3872 4571 5488 6415 7334 9125
15 11 125
70
548 689 871 1097 1384 1746 2205 2778 3279 3937 4602 5261 6546
230 V
60 Hz
20 15 150
90
528 667 841 1061 1339 1690 2130 2514 3018 3528 4034 5019
25 19 200
100
527 664 838 1057 1334 1681 1985 2383 2785 3184 3962
30 22 225
125
677 855 1079 1359 1605 1926 2252 2575 3203
40* 30 300
175
831 1047 1236 1484 1735 1984 2468
4
20
10
595 947 1511 2393 3723 5935 7461 9422
5
8
6
30
15
619 988 1564 2434 3880 4878 6161 7761 9797
10
8
40
20
778 1233 1918 3057 3844 4854 6115 7719 9738
15 11
60
30
558 884 1376 2193 2757 3482 4387 5537 6986 8819
20 15
80
45
678 1055 1682 2114 2670 3363 4245 5356 6761 8518
25 19 100
50
833 1328 1669 2108 2655 3351 4228 5338 6725 7939 9531
30 22 110
60
1073 1349 1704 2147 2710 3419 4316 5437 6419 7706 9008
40 30 150
80
1040 1313 1654 2088 2634 3325 4189 4946 5937 6940 7935 9873
460 V 40* 30 150
80
1007 1271 1601 2022 2550 3220 4056 4789 5749 6720 7683 9559
60 Hz
50 37 175
100
1277 1612 2034 2568 3235 3819 4585 5359 6127 7623
50* 37 175
100
- 1097 1382 1745 2201 2779 3501 4133 4961 5799 6631 8250
60 45 225
125
1355 1709 2158 2719 3210 3853 4504 5149 6407
60* 45 225
125
1415 1785 2254 2839 3352 4024 4704 5378 6691
75 55 250
150
1474 1861 2344 2768 3323 3884 4441 5525
100 75 350
200
1762 2081 2498 2920 3338 4153
125 93 450
250
2012 2352 2689 3346
150 111 500
275
2200 2737
Lengths meet the US National Electrical Code ampacity requirements for either individual conductors or jacketed rated 60° C cable and can be in conduit or direct buried. Flat molded and
web/ribbon cable are considered jacketed cable. Refer to NEC Table 310.15(B)(16) for more information.
* = motors are 8” diameter

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SECTION 7: Cable Selection Guide
Hitachi® 6”– 8” Submersible Motors
7.6 Motor Fuse Sizing and Cable Selection
CABLE SELECTION

75° C

COPPER CABLE SIZE - From Main Breaker Panel to Motor (in feet)
MOTOR

VOLTS

FUSE
Dual
HP KW STD Element

AWG
14

12

10

8

6

-

237

378

598

931

4

3

MCM
2

1

0

00

000 0000 250

300

350

400

500

THREE PHASE

5

4

45

25

1484 1865 2356 2967 3746 4726 5966 7516 8873

Hitachi 6” and
Larger Motors

8
6
60
35
247 391 609 970 1220 1540 1940 2449 3090 3901 4914 5802 6965 8142 9308
10
8
80
45
308 479 764 961 1213 1529 1930 2434 3073 3872 4571 5488 6415 7334 9125
15 11 125
70
344 548 689 871 1097 1384 1746 2205 2778 3279 3937 4602 5261 6546
230 V
60 Hz
20 15 150
90
420 528 667 841 1061 1339 1690 2130 2514 3018 3528 4034 5019
25 19 200
100
417 527 664 838 1057 1334 1681 1985 2383 2785 3184 3962
30 22 225
125
537 677 855 1079 1359 1605 1926 2252 2575 3203
40* 30 300
175
659 831 1047 1236 1484 1735 1984 2468
4
20
10
595 947 1511 2393 3723 5935 7461 9422
5
8
6
30
15
389 619 988 1564 2434 3880 4878 6161 7761 9797
10
8
40
20
488 778 1233 1918 3057 3844 4854 6115 7719 9738
15 11
60
30
558 884 1376 2193 2757 3482 4387 5537 6986 8819
20 15
80
45
678 1055 1682 2114 2670 3363 4245 5356 6761 8518
25 19 100
50
535 833 1328 1669 2108 2655 3351 4228 5338 6725 7939 9531
30 22 110
60
673 1073 1349 1704 2147 2710 3419 4316 5437 6419 7706 9008
40 30 150
80
827 1040 1313 1654 2088 2634 3325 4189 4946 5937 6940 7935 9873
460 V 40* 30 150
80
801 1007 1271 1601 2022 2550 3220 4056 4789 5749 6720 7683 9559
60 Hz
50 37 175
100
803 1014 1277 1612 2034 2568 3235 3819 4585 5359 6127 7623
50* 37 175
100
869 1097 1382 1745 2201 2779 3501 4133 4961 5799 6631 8250
60 45 225
125
1073 1355 1709 2158 2719 3210 3853 4504 5149 6407
60* 45 225
125
890 1121 1415 1785 2254 2839 3352 4024 4704 5378 6691
75 55 250
150
1168 1474 1861 2344 2768 3323 3884 4441 5525
100 75 350
200
1399 1762 2081 2498 2920 3338 4153
125 93 450
250
1420 1676 2012 2352 2689 3346
150 111 500
275
1646 1924 2200 2737
Lengths meet the US National Electrical Code ampacity requirements for either individual conductors or jacketed rated 75° C cable and can be in conduit or direct buried. Flat molded and
web/ribbon cable are considered jacketed cable. Refer to NEC Table 310.15(B)(16) for more information.
* = motors are 8” diameter

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7.7 Overload Protection

208 VAC
NEMA SIZE

MAX HP OF
CONTACTOR

DISCONNECT A

1

7.5

30

2

10

60

3

25

100

4

40

200

O/L CURRENT
RANGE

13.5

6.5 – 13.5

PPX-1A-13-30R

34 x 21 x 7

85

27

13 – 27

PPX-1A-27-30R

34 x 21 x 7

85

50

25 – 50

PPX-2A-50-60R

34 x 21 x 7

90

WEIGHT
(LBS.)

70

35 – 70

PPX-3A-70-100R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

100

65 – 135

PPX-3A-135-100R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

135

65 – 135

PPX-4A-135-200R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

Note: For HPs with multiple part numbers, use motor amperage to select a panel.

230-240 VAC
NEMA SIZE

MAX HP OF
CONTACTOR

DISCONNECT A

1

7.5

30

2

15

60

3

CATALOG
NUMBER

DIMENSIONS
HxWxD

MAX TOTAL A
OF PPX PANEL

30

100

DIMENSIONS
HxWxD

MAX TOTAL A
OF PPX PANEL

O/L CURRENT
RANGE

13.5

6.5 – 13.5

PPX-1B-13-30R

34 x 21 x 7

85

27

13 – 27

PPX-1B-27-30R

34 x 21 x 7

85

CATALOG
NUMBER

WEIGHT
(LBS.)

50

25 – 50

PPX-2B-50-60R

34 x 21 x 7

90

70

35 – 70

PPX-3B-70-100R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

100

65 – 135

PPX-3B-135-100R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

Note: For HPs with multiple part numbers, use motor amperage to select a panel.

460-480 VAC
NEMA SIZE

MAX HP OF
CONTACTOR

DISCONNECT A

1

10

30

2

25

60

3

50

100

CATALOG
NUMBER

DIMENSIONS
HxWxD

WEIGHT
(LBS.)

6.5 – 13.5

PPX-1C-13-30R

34 x 21 x 7

85

13 – 27

PPX-1C-27-30R

34 x 21 x 7

85

25 – 50

PPX-2C-50-60R

34 x 21 x 7

90

MAX TOTAL A
OF PPX PANEL

O/L CURRENT
RANGE

13.5
27
50
70

35 – 70

PPX-3C-70-100R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

100

65 – 135

PPX-3C-135-200R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

4

100

200

135

65 – 135

PPX-4C-135-200R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

5

200

400

270

130 – 270

PPX-5C-270-400R

52 x 22 x 10

285

Note: For HPs with multiple part numbers, use motor amperage to select a panel.

575-600 VAC
NEMA SIZE

MAX HP OF
CONTACTOR

DISCONNECT A

1

10

30

2

25

60

3

50

100

4

100

200

5

200

400

CATALOG
NUMBER

DIMENSIONS
HxWxD

MAX TOTAL A
OF PPX PANEL

O/L CURRENT
RANGE

WEIGHT
(LBS.)

13.5

6.5 – 13.5

PPX-1D-13-30R

34 x 21 x 7

85

27

13 – 27

PPX-1D-27-30R

34 x 21 x 7

85

50

25 – 50

PPX-2D-50-60R

34 x 21 x 7

90

70

35 – 70

PPX-3D-70-100R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

100

65 – 135

PPX-3D-135-100R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

135

65 – 135

PPX-4D-135-200R

47.5 x 25 x 9

195

270

130 – 270

PPX-5D-270-400R

52 x 22 x 10

285

Note: For HPs with multiple part numbers, use motor amperage to select a panel.
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SECTION 7: Hitachi® 6” and Larger Submersible Motors
7.7 Overload Protection
Submersible motors must have Class 10 overload protection that will disconnect the power within 10 seconds in the
case of a locked rotor. To accomplish this, fixed-heater overloads are used. Refer to Section 10 for appropriate heaters.
The chart is based upon total line amps. Divide the motor amps by 1.732 when using a 6-lead motor with a Y-Delta
Starter. Notice: General Electric® overload heaters are only usable with General Electric overload relays. Do not adjust
relays to exceed nameplate amps.

7.8 Motor Cooling
Hitachi 6” motors are designed for minimum water flow of 0.5 ft. /sec. past the motor. Maximum water temperature is
95° F (35° C).
6” motors: Minimum cooling water flow

Hitachi 6” and
Larger Motors

I.D of casing
Flow (GPM) required
6
9
7
25
8
40
10
85
12
140
14
200
16
280
If the flow is less than specified, a flow-inducer sleeve can be installed. This will act like a smaller casing size, and
force flow around the motor to aid cooling. Always use a flow-inducer sleeve when the pump is in open water.

7.9 Head Loss In Casing
Use the chart below to account for the head loss around the pump.

Head loss in feet for flow past motor
Casing Inside Diameter

6” MotorS
6”

GPM

100

1.7

150

3.7

200

6.3

7”

8”

0.5

250

9.6

0.8

300

13.6

1.2

0.2

400

23.7

2.0

0.4

500

3.1

0.7

600

4.4

1.0

7.10 Starting Frequency
To extend the life of the pump motor and control, limit the number of starts
to 100 per 24 hours. If higher starting frequencies are necessary, consult
your factory. To prevent overheating, run motor for a minimum of two
minutes. For starting frequency, refer to section 5.10.

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7.11 Troubleshooting
Problem

Possible Causes

Solution

Motor does not start but does not
blow fuses or relay

No power supply

Replace fuses, breakers or check for
loose or corroded connections and
motor lead terminals

Defective connections

Correct connections

Incorrect voltage

Apply correct voltage. Voltage must
be plus or minus 10% of rated
(Nameplate)

Incorrect fuses or relay

Replace with proper fuses and relay

Defective capacitors

Replace with proper capacitors

Wrong connections

Correct wrong connections or short
circuit.

Fuses or relay blow when motor
starts

Locked rotor conditions
Correct pump or well conditions
Insulation resistance down
Check the line and correct
Motor runs for a while and then
blown fuses or relay.

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Low voltage or high voltage

Apply rated voltage

Defective capacitors

Replace with proper capacitors

Different control box for the motor

Replace with proper control box

Defective starting voltage relay

Replace with proper relay

Pump is sand clogged

Pull pump and clean well

Overheated protector

Shield the control box from heat
source

SECTION 8: Pentek Intellidrive Variable Frequency Drives
™

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.
California Proposition 65 Warning
This product and related accessories
contain chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
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 1-phase 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.

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PENTEK
INTELLIDRIVE

8.1 General Safety

SECTION 8: Pentek Intellidrive Variable Frequency Drives
™

8.2 Description

Specifications/Ratings

Input Voltage���������������������� 1-Phase 230VAC Nominal (190–265VAC)
Input Frequency��������������������������������������������������������������������� 50/60Hz
Ambient Temperate 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���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3R

Table 1 - Specifications
Model

Motor Type

PID10

3-WIRE* 1-PHASE

HP
Input
Range Voltage

Maximum
Enclosure
Output
Type
AMPS
9.5A

2-WIRE* 1-PHASE
0.5–1 HP

5A

2-WIRE* 1-PHASE 0.5–1.5 HP
PID20

3-WIRE* 1-PHASE
3-PHASE

PID50

0.5–2 HP

190V –
265V

11A
13.5A
8.5A

3-PHASE

0.5–5 HP

2-WIRE

0.5 - 1.5

11A

3-WIRE

0.5-2

13.5A

Each carton contains:
• Pentek Intellidrive Variable Frequency Drive
• Pressure Transducer
• 10’ Pressure Transducer Cable
• Quick Start Guide
PIDXX
Product Family
PID - PENTEK INTELLIDRIVE

7.5A

3-PHASE

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.

NEMA 3R
outdoor

18A

* Select drives by S.F. amps of pump motor.

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

HP Range
10 = up to 1.0 HP
20 = up to 2.0 HP
50 = up to 5.0 HP
The PID10 will operate a 1-Phase 2-Wire, 1-Phase
3-Wire, and 3-Phase motor up to 1HP.
The PID20 will operate a 1-Phase 2-Wire up to 1.5HP
and a 1-Phase 3-Wire or 3-Phase motor up to 2HP.
The PID50 will operate a 1-Phase 2-Wire up to 1.5HP,
1-Phase 3-Wire up to 2HP, or 3-Phase motor up to 5HP.

Figure 1 - A typical residential installation layout

Gnd
PENTEK
INTELLIDRIVE™

Transducer; install in straight
pipe downstream of tank, at
least one foot away from
pipe fittings on each side.

Gnd

(3 phase only)

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SECTION 8: Pentek Intellidrive Variable Frequency Drives
™

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.

Changes internal pressure setpoint
from 15 PSI to transducer max -3PSI
(default is 60 PSI).

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.

Views and changes
parameters.

Runs the Drive at 45Hz (with no
pressure control) to allow installer to
pump out well.

Shows last 15 faults.
With code, locks and unlocks password
protected keys.

Changes display to previous screen.
Selects menu items and confirms
numeric value changes.
Power is ON to Drive.

Toggles between English, Spanish, and
French (default is English).

Drive is in Warning Mode (TPM); refer to
Troubleshooting section.

Left and right arrows move cursor.
Up and down arrows scroll through
menus and change numeric values.

A fault has occurred.
Displays Drive’s current operating
condition and changes display
parameters.

Keypad

PENTEK
INTELLIDRIVE

Transducer

Resets fault that stopped Drive/pump.
Stops the motor.

Checks for line fill, then starts pump
6007 0412
in constant pressure mode.

Figure 2 - Pentek Intellidrive keypad functions

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™

8.3 Installation

Table 2 - Circuit breaker and wire sizes
Drive
Model

Motor

Volts

Motor HP

Input

Output

14

14

12

12

1-1/2

10

10

1/2

14

14

12

12

10

10

1/2
PID10

2-wire

3/4
1

PID20
PID10

3/4

3-wire

1
230

PID20

1-1/2
2
1/2

PID10

14

3/4
1

3 phase

10

3
5

6

Generator (kVA)***
2.2

15

3.1

20

4.4

25

5.3
2.3

15

3.0
3.5
5.3

25

5.8
2.1

14

15

2.8
3.4

20

4.4

25

5.5

10

30

7.3

8

50

12.6

12

2

PID50

Circuit
Breaker**

12

1-1/2

PID20

Wire Size*

* 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
Volts

230

50

Maximum Cable Length in feet (M)

HP

SFA

14 AWG

12 AWG

10 AWG

8 AWG

6 AWG

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)

4AWG

–
–

1000 (305)

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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 Rating

Motor P/N

Volts

HP

SFA

14 AWG

12 AWG

10 AWG

8 AWG

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 (80)

415 (126)

661 (201)

1000 (305)

1 1/2

10.4

203 (62)

323 (98)

515 (157)

816 (249)

P42B0005A2-01
P42B0007A2-01

230

P42B0010A2-01
P42B0015A2-01

Maximum Cable Length in feet (M)
6 AWG
–
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).
Volts

Maximum Cable Length in feet (M)
PENTEK
INTELLIDRIVE

Motor Rating

Motor P/N

HP

SFA

14 AWG

12 AWG

10 AWG

8 AWG

P43B0005A2-01

1/2

4.8

440 (134)

700 (213)

1000 (305)

–

P43B0007A2-01

3/4

6

352 (107)

560 (171)

893 (272)

1000 (305)

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)

P43B0010A2-01

230

6 AWG
–

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
HP

SFA

14 AWG

12 AWG

10 AWG

P43B0005A3

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)

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)

P43B0015A3

Volts

Maximum Cable Length in feet (M)

230

8 AWG

6 AWG

4 AWG*

–
_

_

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.

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Mounting the Drive

5.

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.

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.

Typical
230VAC
Circuit
Breaker
(Double
Width)

Figure 3 - Separate cover and backplate

Figure 6 - Attaching Drive to wall
6.

Gap

5997 0412

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.

Figure 4 - Gap between cover and backplate
3.

Pull bottom of cover towards you; lift up on
cover and remove. See Figure 5.

Figure 5 - Pull out
4.

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bottom of cover

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.

Figure 7 - Reattaching Drive cover
7.

Replace screw at bottom of front cover.

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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 8.
Verify that the terminal connectors are completely
seated when you replace them. It is best practice

Figure 8 - Pull input and motor 5999
terminals
down
0509
to remove, making wiring easier.

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.
NOTICE 2-wire 1-phase connect to Y + B, not R + B.
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.
NOTICE Drive does not sense motor temperature
and will not protect motor from over heating.

PENTEK
INTELLIDRIVE

Wiring

Figure 9 - Basic Wiring Connections for Startup

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Pressure Tank Recommendations

Minimum tank size is two gallons. Use a precharged pressure tank with Drive, as shown in
Figure 1. 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.

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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 9, 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 in lb). 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 Table 3.
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.­See specifications ratings in Section 8.2.

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8.4 Initial Startup and Programming
Procedures

Service Factor Amps

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.

Apply 230V to Drive

Enter Motor Phase
(1 Phase or 3 Phase)
Press Enter
1 Phase

3 Phase

Connection Type
(2 Wire or 3 Wire)

Motor Type
Subm or Above Gnd

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.

Press Enter
Enter Service
Factor Amps

Press MAIN MENU
button

Press Enter
Set Time

Use arrows to
scroll to Motor

Press Enter

Press Enter

Set Date

Use arrows to select
Max Frequency

Press Enter

Press Enter

Press Enter
Setup Complete
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Figure 10 - Drive Setup Guide.

PENTEK
INTELLIDRIVE

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.

Use arrows to
select 80 Hz

Press Enter
to save
6570 0512_EN
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.
Drive will ask “Is a valve open?” Change “No”
to “Yes”, press enter. The pump will run at 45 Hz.
Adjust frequency as appropriate:
A. Press ENTER
B. Change frequency value
Table 8 - Pentek Motor Service Factor Amps
Motor
Type

2-Wire

CS/CR
3-Wire

3-Phase

PENTEK® Part
Number
P42B0005A2-01
P42B0007A2-01
P42B0010A2-01
P42B0015A2-01
P42B0005A2
P42B0007A2
P42B0010A2
P42B0015A2
P43B0005A2-01
P43B0007A2-01
P43B0010A2-01
P43B0015A2-01
P43B0005A2
P43B0007A2
P43B0010A2
P43B0015A2
P43B0020A2
P43B0005A3
P43B0007A3
P43B0010A3
P43B0015A3
P43B0020A3
P43B0030A3
P43B0050A3

Rating @
230V
HP
1/2
3/4
1
1-1/2
1/2
3/4
1
1-1/2
1/2
3/4
1
1-1/2
1/2
3/4
1
1-1/2
2
1/2
3/4
1
1-1/2
2
3
5

Service
Factor
Amps
4.7
6.2
8.1
10.4
4.7
6.4
9.1
11.0
4.8
6.0
7.3
10.9
4.9
6.3
7.2
11.1
12.2
2.9
3.9
4.7
6.1
7.6
10.1
17.5

pressure functions are not working, there is no
sleep or Dry Run Protection 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
Use arrows to
find parameter
Press Enter
Use arrows
to change value

Press Enter
to save

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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. All

6567 0512
Figure 12 - Changing parameter
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.

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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 11. 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.

8.5 Advanced Programming
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 12 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, press enter, to
highlight value use arrows to change value then
press enter to save.

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.
•

2.
3.

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.
Via the PSI Preset (Figure 14)
Via the Main Menu (Main Menu/Settings/
Setpoint/Internal Setpoint)

Press Auto Start
if pump is not running

Verify
“Running Fixed Press”
displayed on screen

PENTEK
INTELLIDRIVE

60 Hz to 80 Hz Operation

Press Enter
Use arrows to
change the value

Press Enter to Save
6568 0512

Figure 13 - Change PSI Setpoint while running
pump.
Press PSI Preset
Press Enter
Use arrows to
change the value

Press Enter to Save
6569 0512

Figure 14 - Change PSI Internal Setpoint
using PSI Preset.

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Table 9 - Main Menu and Parameters
Menu
Settings

Time/Date

PID Control

Sleep

Password

58

Hours

Default
12Hr

Value
Min.
12Hr

Max.
24Hr

Time

HH:mm

1:00 AM

1

24

Date

MM/DD/YYYY

1/1/12

–

–

Proportional
Gain

–

1500

0

10000

Integration
Time

Milliseconds

500 ms

20 ms

65000
ms

Derivation
Time

Milliseconds

60 ms

0 ms

10000
ms

Derivative
Limit

–

120

0

2000

Boost
Differential

PSI

3 PSI

3 PSI

10 PSI

Boost Delay

MM:SS

1 Min

30 Sec

5 Min

Wake Up
Differential

PSI

5 PSI

5 PSI

15 PSI

Wake Delay

MM:SS

15 Sec

3 Sec

2 Min

Password
Time Out

HrHr:mm

1 Hr

1 Min

6 Hr

Password

–

7777

0000

9999

Parameter

Unit of
Measure

Hour Format

Description
Selects 12 or 24 hour time scale.
Sets current time. Used for time
stamp in fault log.
Sets current date. Used for date
stamp in fault log.
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.
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.
Sets PID controller derivation
time. Used in conjunction with all
PID Control parameters to control
how fast or slow Drive reacts to
pressure changes.
Sets derivative filter time constant
for PID controller.
First part of Boost Process.
Pressure boost that happens
before it goes to Wake Delay.
The time Drive takes to start
Boost Process after system has
stabilized.
Pressure amount below setpoint
that wakes up Drive.
Second part of the Boost Process.
The time it takes to ramp down
pressure during the Boost Process.
Amount of time it takes to lock
keypad (after last button is
pressed).
Password used to unlock keypad.

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Table 9 - Continued
Parameter

Unit of
Measure

Default

Value
Min

Internal
Setpoint

PSI

60 PSI

15 PSI

External
Setpoint

PSI

40 PSI

15 PSI

Parameter

Unit of
Measure

Default

Max

Setpoints

Sub Menu

Motor

Sensor

Motor Phase

_

1

Connection
Type

–

3 wire

Motor Type

–

Subm

Service Factor
Amps

A

00.0 A

Min Frequency

Hz

30 Hz

Max
Frequency

Hz

60 Hz

Max Sensor
Value

PSI

100 PSI

Max

Description

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.
Second pressure setpoint. When
another pressure setting is desired
Max other than Internal Setpoint.
Sensor Additional programming needed in
Value I/O section. Requires an external
minus switch or timer to wired to I1 or
3 PSI. I2 terminals. It is only active
when there is voltage present
I1 terminals

Max
Sensor
Value
minus
3 PSI.

Min

PENTEK
INTELLIDRIVE

Menu
Settings

Description

Selects phase of motor to be
operated. An additional sub menu
1
3
will appear, based on phase
selection, to select proper motor
type.
Wire type for 1 phase motor
operation only. Can only access
3 wire 2 wire
by first setting Motor Phase
parameter to 1 Phase.
Motor type for 3 phase motor
Above operation only. Can only access
Subm
Gnd
by first setting Motor Phase
parameter to 3 Phase.
Service factor amps (max. load) of
Per
drive motor the Drive is operating. Sets
00.0 A
maximum allowed amps at output
and
motor of Drive. See Table 8 for values.
1 below Minimum frequency (speed) motor
30 Hz
Max Hz will run.
Maximum frequency (speed)
motor will run. Up to 80Hz is only
1 above
80 Hz available on only when Motor
Min Hz
Phase is set to 3 and motor type is
Sub.
Maximum pressure value of
transducer sensor used with Drive.
10 PSI 300 PSI 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

Ex Runtime

Parameter

Unit of Measure

Excessive
Runtime
Detection

Value
Max

Min

_

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.

Auto Restart
Delay

Minutes

10 Min

3 Min

60 Min

Time Drive waits to restart pump when
Dry Run is detected.
Number of tries Drive attempts to
restart pump when Dry Run condition is
detected.

Number of
Resets

–

3

0

5

Detection Time

M:SS

15 Sec

5 Sec

10 Min

Sensitivity

Fill Time

PSI

M:SS

10

1M

0

15 S

300

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).

–

Selects operation of Drive when
terminal I1 or I2 is used. Select between
Unused, Run Enabled, Ext Fault, and
Setpoint. The Drive will respond to
selected command when voltage is
present at I1 or I2 terminal.

–

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.

97 PSI

Sets Over Pressure Warning value.
Change if higher than 80 PSI system
pressure is needed.

Digital Input 1
–

Unused

–

Digital Input 2
I/O

Relay Output

No Ground

60

Over Pressure

No Ground
Detection

–

PSI

–

Unused

80 PSI

Enabled

–

15 PSI

Disabled

Time the Drive takes to recognize Dry
Run condition.
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.

Dry Run

Over Press

Description

Default

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.

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8.6 I/O Connections
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).

+
115 VAC
or
230 VAC
or
240 VAC

Cable Installation

Figure 16 - Example external Input with
external supply

PENTEK
INTELLIDRIVE

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.

Figure 17 - Example Output relay with internal
24 volt supply

+

Figure 15 - Example Input with internal 24 volt
supply

-

115 VAC
or
230 VAC
or 0412
6540
240 VAC

Figure 18 - Example Output with external supply

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Table 10 - I/O Function, Connections, Ratings
Label

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Function

Connection

Rating

AI+

Positive connection for transducer

Red transducer wire

AI-

Negative connection for transducer

Black transducer wire

24 Volt
(supplied)

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 15 and 17.

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 15 and 17.

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 15 and 16.

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 15 and 16.

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 Figures 15 and 16.

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
Figures 15 and 16.

O1+

Output relay (dry contacts) connection.
Programmed to close when pump is
Running or Faulted.

Positive wires of an external device. See
Figures 17 and 18.

O1+

Output relay (dry contacts) connection.
Programmed to close when pump is
Running or Faulted.

Positive wires of an external device. See
Figures 17 and 18.

P

Positive connection of an RS-485
communication device (see Figure 19).

Positive wire from RS-485 device.

N

Negative connection of an RS-485
communication device (see Figure 19).

Negative wire from RS-485 device.

40mA maximum
output

Accepts 24VDC
and up to
230VAC

Accepts up
to 5 Amps at
24VDC and
8 Amps at up to
230VAC

Per RS-485
Standard

™

RS-485 Communications

Table 11 - Service Factor Amps @ 230V

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
19 shows two-wire connection to the Drive.

Motor Type

HP

CentriPro®¹

V-

AI+ AI-

P

N

4.7

3/4

6.4

1

9.1

1-1/2

11.0

1/2

4.9

4.3

3/4

6.3

5.7

2-Wire

Figure 19 - Example RS-485 Connection

8.7 Wiring Sizing, Repair Parts,
6544 0412
Specifications
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 Description

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.

N/A

1

7.2

7.1

1-1/2

11.1

11.5

2

12.2

13.2

1/2

2.9

2.9

3/4

3.9

3.8

1

4.7

4.7

1-1/2

6.1

5.9

SD CARD
3-Phase

Franklin
Electric®²

1/2

CS/CR 3-Wire

V+

Service Factor Rating,
in Amps

2

7.6

8.1

3

10.1

10.9

5

17.5

17.8

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INTELLIDRIVE

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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
CentriPro® is a registered trademark of Fluid Handling LLC.
Franklin Electric® is a registered trademark of Franklin Electric Co. Inc.
All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Pentair Ltd.

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8.8 Troubleshooting
Fault
Over Current

Over Voltage

Possible Causes

Solution

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.

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

Under Voltage

Low line voltage

Measure incoming line voltage to Drive;
should be between 190V and 265V.

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.

Exceeding Service Factor
Amps
Cannot Start Motor

Dry Run

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.

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 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.

Ungrounded Drive

Ground Detect parameter can be disabled, but
will reactivate after 72 hours.

Ground Fault

System Not Grounded

Check Service Factor Amps entered are
correct.

*For additional Troubleshooting information, please visit www.sta-rite.com/resources/images/16455.pdf for a downloadable guide.

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Open Transducer

Possible Causes

Solution

Intermittent connection

Check all transducer wires are securely
connected or for damaged cable insulation.

Open Connection

Check for proper wiring of all transducer
wires and verify cable connector securely
attached to transducer.

Drive cannot read transducer
signal

Check electrical system for ground loops or
no ground connection.

Transducer wires crossed

Check red is in AI+ and black is in AI-.

Possible failed transducer

Check linearity of transducer; see
Troubleshooting Guide for more
information.

Short in transducer wires

Check for shorted transducer wire or
damaged insulation.

Possible failed transducer

Check linearity of transducer; see
Troubleshooting Guide for more
information.

Shorted Transducer

Over Temperature

Excessive heating in drive

PENTEK
INTELLIDRIVE

Fault

Check ambient temperature is not above
50°C (122°F).
Check for inoperable or unobstructed fan.
Check vents are not obstructed.

Excessive Runtime

Leak detected

Check for leaks in pipe system.

Application calls for long run
times

Extend Excessive Runtime Hours limitation.
Disable Excessive Runtime Fault.

Internal Fault

Internal voltages are out of
range

Drive will auto reset and attempt to clear
fault. Fault Reset can be pressed to
clear fault as well. Then try to operate
pump. If fault continues Drive may need
replacement.

Hardware Fault

Internal hardware failure

Fault Reset can be pressed to clear fault.
Then try to operate pump. If fault continues
Drive may need replacement.

External Fault

The external device detected
fault condition and closed the
I1 or I2 input

Check external device.
Must press Fault Reset to clear.

Under-sized pump
Low current draw from pump
Low Amps

Increase Minimum Speed to 35 Hz.

Thermal protector open in
motor (3 wire)

Wait 20 minutes then restart pump.

Missing motor phase

Check all motor connections at the Drive.

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Warning

Possible Causes

Solution
Verify ground wire is connected on both
incoming voltage side and motor side of
Drive.

Warning LED flashing

Ungrounded Drive, with
ground detection parameter
disabled (will operate for 72
hours and then fault).

With the power disconnected, use an
ohmmeter to verify which pipe the Drive’s
transducer is connected to. Also verify
that the input ground wire is at the same
potential, e.g., has approximately the same
ohm reading.
Verify the input ground is connected all the
way back to electrical panel.

Jam Warning

Over Pressure Warning

Debris in pump stopping
motor from turning (locked
rotor).

Drive tries to free debris in pump by
reversing or pulsing motor.

Pressure rising above Over
Pressure setting.

Drive stops and waits 1 minute, then
checks that pressure is below the Setpoint
pressure. Below it restarts, if not checks
again in another minute. Can increase overpressure value.

Drive Reset Procedure
Follow the keypress sequence
shown at right to test the Drive.

Figure 20 - Drive Reset Procedure

Press Password
button

Enter Passwword
(Default is 7777)
Press Enter
Press Main Menu
button

Press up or down arrow
until Reset appears

Press Enter to Edit

Change “No” to “Yes”
Press Enter

NOTICE In a domestic environment, this product
may cause radio interference which may require
supplementary mitigation measures.

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Press Enter
Confirm Reset
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8.9 Warranty
Limited Warranty
Pentair warrants to the original consumer purchaser (“Purchaser” or “You”) of the products listed below, that they will be free from
defects in material and workmanship for the Warranty Period shown below.
Product

Warranty Period
whichever occurs first:
Water Systems Products — jet pumps, small centrifugal pumps,
12 months from date of original installation,
submersible pumps and related accessories
18 months from date of manufacture
12 months from date of original installation, or
Pentek Intellidrive
18 months from date of manufacture
5 years from date of original installation
Pro-Source® Composite Tanks
Pro-Source Steel Pressure Tanks
5 years from date of original installation
Pro-Source Epoxy-Line Tanks
3 years from date of original installation
12 months from date of original installation, or
Sump/Sewage/Effluent Products
18 months from date of manufacture

PENTEK
INTELLIDRIVE

Our warranty will not apply to any product that, in our sole judgment, has been subject to negligence, misapplication, improper
installation, or improper maintenance. Without limiting the foregoing, operating a three phase motor with single phase power
through a phase converter will void the warranty. Note also that three phase motors must be protected by three-leg, ambient
compensated, extra-quick trip overload relays of the recommended size or the warranty is void.

Your only remedy, and Pentair’s only duty, is that Pentair repair or replace defective products (at Pentair’s choice). You must pay all
labor and shipping charges associated with this warranty and must request warranty service through the installing dealer as soon as
a problem is discovered. No request for service will be accepted if received after the Warranty Period has expired. This warranty is
not transferable.
PENTAIR IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONTINGENT DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.
THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE
FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTIES SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION PROVIDED HEREIN.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to You. This warranty gives You specific legal rights and You may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
This Limited Warranty is effective June 1, 2011 and replaces all undated warranties and warranties dated before June 1, 2011.

PENTAIR
293 Wright Street • Delavan, WI 53115
Phone (262) 728-5551 • Fax (262) 728-7323

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9.1	Pentek® PPC-Series Drives

9.3

The Pentek Pump Controllers (PPC5 and PPC3 series)
are pre-jumpered and include the Pentek Assistant,
which simplifies programming and setup for constant
pressure applications. The Pentek Assistant sets various
parameters to Pentek defaults which are described in
this manual. The Pentek Assistant also prompts the user
for application-specific information.

Table 9-3: Three-Phase/208-230V Output

For PPC3 and PPC5 troubleshooting, please refer to the
ABB ACS350 or ACS550 manual as appropriate.

9.2

PPC3 Series Specifications

Three-phase PPC3 drives can be operated on single
phase when the output amps are derated by 50%.
Table 9-1: Three-Phase/208-230V Output
Output
Amps

Input
Phase

Input
Voltage

Enclosure
Rating
(NEMA)

4.7
6.7
7.5

Catalog
Number
PPC3-1-4A7-1
PPC3-1-7A5-1

9.8

PPC3-1-9A8-1

4.7

PPC3-2-4A7-1
200-240

7.5
9.8
17.6

1

PPC3-2-17A6-1

24.6

PPC3-2-24A6-1

31.0

PPC3-2-31A0-1

46.2

PPC3-2-46A2-1

Input
Phase

Input
Voltage

Enclosure
Rating
(NEMA)

PPC3-4-2A4-1

3.3

PPC3-4-3A3-1

4.1

PPC3-4-4A1-1

5.6

PPC3-4-5A6-1

8.8

PPC3-4-8A8-1
3

380-480

1

PPC3-4-12A5-1

15.6

PPC3-4-15A6-1

23.1

PPC3-4-23A1-1

31.0

PPC3-4-31A0-1

38.0

PPC3-4-38A0-1

44.0

PPC3-4-44A0-1

NOTICE: For detailed specifications see users manual.

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16.7
24.2
30.8
3
46.2
59.4
74.8
88.0
114

208-240

Enclosure
Rating
(NEMA)

Catalog
Number

1

PPC5-2-4A6-1

12

PPC5-2-4A6-12

1

PPC5-2-6A6-1

12

PPC5-2-6A6-12

1

PPC5-2-7A5-1

12

PPC5-2-7A5-12

1

PPC5-2-11A-1

12

PPC5-2-11A-12

1

PPC5-2-16A-1

12

PPC5-2-16A-12

1

PPC5-2-24A-1

12

PPC5-2-24A-12

1

PPC5-2-30A-1

12

PPC5-2-30A-12

1

PPC5-2-46A-1

12

PPC5-2-46A-12

1

PPC5-2-59A-1

12

PPC5-2-59A-12

1

PPC5-2-74A-1

12

PPC5-2-74A-12

1

PPC5-2-88A-1

12

PPC5-2-88A-12

1

PPC5-2-114A-1

12

PPC5-2-114A-12

143
221

Catalog
Number

2.4

12.5

11.8

178

Table 9-2: Three-Phase/380-460V Output
Output
Amps

7.5

PPC3-2-9A8-1

3

Input
Voltage

6.6

PPC3-2-6A7-1
PPC3-2-7A5-1

Input
Phase

4.6

PPC3-1-6A7-1

1

6.7

Output
Amps

PPC5 Series Specifications

248

PPC5-2-143A-1
1

PPC5-2-178A-1
PPC5-2-221A-1
PPC5-2-248A-1

NOTICE: For detailed specifications see users manual.
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Output
Amps

Input
Phase

Input
Voltage

3.3
4.1
6.9
8.8
11.9
15.4
23
31
38
44
59
72
77
96

3

400-480

Enclosure
Rating
(NEMA)

Catalog
Number

1

PPC5-4-3A3-1

12

PPC5-4-3A3-12

1

PPC5-4-4A1-1

12

PPC5-4-4A1-12

1

PPC5-4-6A9-1

12

PPC5-4-6A9-12

1

PPC5-4-8A8-1

12

PPC5-4-8A8-12

1

PPC5-4-11A-1

12

PPC5-4-11A-12

1

PPC5-4-15A-1

12

PPC5-4-15A-12

1

PPC5-4-23A-1

12

PPC5-4-23A-12

1

PPC5-4-31A-1

12

PPC5-4-31A-12

1

PPC5-4-38A-1

12

PPC5-4-38A-12

1

PPC5-4-44A-1

12

PPC5-4-44A-12

1

PPC5-4-59A-1

12

PPC5-4-59A-12

1

PPC5-4-72A-1

12

PPC5-4-72A-12

1

PPC5-4-77A-1

12

PPC5-4-77A-12

1

PPC5-4-96A-1

12

PPC5-4-96A-12

124

PPC5-4-124A-1

157
180

Table 9-5: 3-Phase/575V Output

PPC5-4-157A-1
1

PPC5-4-180A-1

195

PPC5-4-196A-1

245

PPC5-4-245A-1

Output
Amps

Input
Phase

Input
Voltage

2.7
3.9
6.1
9
11
17
22
27
3
32
41
52
62
77
99
125
144

575

Enclosure
Rating
(NEMA)

Catalog
Number

1

PPC5-5-2A7-1

12

PPC5-5-2A7-12

1

PPC5-5-3A9-1

12

PPC5-5-3A9-12

1

PPC5-5-6A1-1

12

PPC5-5-6A1-12

1

PPC5-5-9A0-1

12

PPC5-5-9A0-12

1

PPC5-5-11A-1

12

PPC5-5-11A-12

1

PPC5-5-17A-1

12

PPC5-5-17A-12

1

PPC5-5-22A-1

12

PPC5-5-22A-12

1

PPC5-5-27A-1

12

PPC5-5-27A-12

1

PPC5-5-32A-1

12

PPC5-5-32A-12

1

PPC5-5-41A-1

12

PPC5-5-41A-12

1

PPC5-5-52A-1

12

PPC5-5-52A-12

1

PPC5-5-62A-1

12

PPC5-5-62A-12

1

PPC5-5-77A-1

12

PPC5-5-77A-12

1

PPC5-5-99A-1

12

PPC5-5-99A-12

1

PPC5-5-125A-1

12

PPC5-5-125A-12

1

PPC5-5-144A-1

12

PPC5-5-144A-12

PPC Series
VFD

Table 9-4: 3-Phase/380-460V Output

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9.4

Wiring Connections

9.5

Three phase input power is connected to U1, V1, and W1.
If single phase input is used connect to U1 and W1. The
neutral and ground leads must be connected to drive
terminal PE. Motor leads are connected to U2, V2, and
W2. The motor ground must be connected to terminal
GND. For detailed instructions, see Owner’s Manual.

Analog I/O

Digital Inputs

Relay Output

Transducer Connection

The Pentek® Assistant defaults to a 4-20mA transducer
connected to AI2. The transducer is used to provide
pressure feedback to the drive. Transducers offered
by Pentek have either a red or brown power lead. The
red or brown lead should be connected to the +24V
power connection.
Transducers offered by Pentek have either a blue or black
output lead. The blue or black lead should be connected
to terminal 5. The Pentek U17-1286R transducer utilizes
shielded cable. The bare lead may be covered with green
shrink-wrap tubing. The bare lead is cable shielding, and
should be connected to terminal 1. The translucent lead
is unused, and should be tied off and insulated.

Digital Output

U1/L V1-N

Line Input
U1, V1, W1

W1

BRK BRK

U2

V2

W2

5405 0506

Output to Motor
U2, V2, W2

Figure 9-1 Typical Connections to PPC3

Power
Output
to Motor
U2, V2, W2

Line Input
U1, V1, W1

Figure 9-3 PPC3 Transducer Connection.

Ground

DIP Switches
Jumper Board
+24 volt
Power
Connection

5406 0506

Figure 9-2 Typical Connections to PPC5

4 - 20 ma Output

Power Lead

Figure 9-4 PPC5 Transducer Connection.

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9.6

Pentek® Assistant

Parameter Code

Pentek Code

Parameter Code

Pentek Code

1002 Ext2 Commands

Keypad

3401 Signal 1 Param

Current

1102 EXT1/EXT2 Sel

EXT2

3405 Output 1 Unit

A

1301 Minimum AI1

20%

3408 Signal 2 Param

Speed

1601 Run Enable

Not Sel

3412 Output 2 Unit

RPM

1805 DO Signal

Superv1 Over

3415 Signal 3 Param

PID 1 FBK

1806 DO On Delay

10 Seconds (Above Ground)

3419 Output 3 Unit

PSI

1806 DO On Delay

60 Seconds (Submersible)

4001 Gain

1.0

1807 DO Off Delay

2 sec

4002 Integration Time

1.0

2001 Minimum Speed

0 (Above Ground)

4006 Units

PSI

2001 Minimum Speed

User Defined (Submersible)

4010 Set Point Sel

Internal

2002 Maximum Speed

Sync

4022 Sleep Selection

Internal

2202 Accel Time 1

5 sec (Above Ground)

4024 PID Sleep Delta

10 sec

2202 Accel Time 1

1 sec(Submersible)

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