Aireador Sumergible

AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV
WASTE WATER TREATMENT EQUIPMENT
Brusselsesteenweg 508  B-1500 Halle – Belgium  Tel.: 32 (0)2 362 02 62 

Fax: 32 (0)2 360 35 89  e-mail: asi@aquaturbo.be  http://www.aquaturbo.be
OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
SUBMERSIBLE BOTTOM AERATOR

AQUA TURBO® AER-SB
Serial number(s):
IMPORTANT: Prior to the installation, operation, and maintenance of this

equipment, anybody involved should imperatively read and fully understand
this O&M manual, including the enclosed motor O&M manual.
If you would not find the answer to any query you might have, you should call
AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV for the proper solution/answer.
!!! IMPORTANT !!!
AQUA TURBO® AER-SB
ASSEMBLY
 Upon delivery, after a short time of dry storage and before installation, the impeller should be
rotated a few times by hand.
 Please check the correct rotational direction of the aerator (counter-clockwise when watching the
aerator from the top) by powering it outside the water.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
 For the correct electrical connection of the aerator we refer to chapter 5.4. Electrical connection
of the AER-SB(/L) and to Enclosure III (2).
 It is mandatory to connect the PTO and the leak detection of the aerator in such a way that the
equipment will automatically and directly be stopped when over temperature or moisture ingress is
detected.
START-UP
 The AER-SB(/L) may never be immerged deeper than the maximum value where the unit is designed
for.
On the other side, the aerator may never be started while the motor is not completely submersed
(except to check the rotational direction during 1 second).
GENERAL
 Anybody involved MUST imperatively read and fully understand the unit’s O&M manual, including the
motor O&M manual.
 It is most important that the O&M manuals remain with the operator for future reference.
 No foreign objects such as hard materials, plastic bags, etc... are allowed in the basins. These
objects can cause extensive damage and/or create unbalance to the impeller.
Operation and Maintenance Manual AQUA TURBO ® Submersible Bottom Aerator

– November 2008 –
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ............................................................................................................................. 4
1. WARRANTY................................................................................................................................................................. 5
2. SAFETY REGULATIONS .......................................................................................................................................... 7
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................................................. 9
3.1. Working principle ............................................................................................................................................. 9
3.2. Types and major components ........................................................................................................................ 10
3.3. Description of the surrounding elements and options ............................................................................... 12
3.3.1. Submersible electrical motor ............................................................................................................ 13

3.3.2. Air-Intake Pipe ................................................................................................................................... 14
3.3.3. Silencer ................................................................................................................................................ 15
3.3.4. Adjustable Support Legs ................................................................................................................... 15
3.3.5. Hardened Inlets.................................................................................................................................. 16
4. RECEIVING AND HANDLING ............................................................................................................................... 17
4.1. Receiving and acceptance ............................................................................................................................... 17
4.2. Handling (loading/unloading).......................................................................................................................... 17
5. INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................................................... 18
5.1. Preliminary checks ........................................................................................................................................... 18
5.2. Assembling ....................................................................................................................................................... 18
5.3. Fixation of the Extended Air Diffusion Channels ..................................................................................... 22
5.4. Electrical connection of the AER-SB(/L) ................................................................................................... 24
5.5. Installation of the Blower ............................................................................................................................ 26
6. START-UP................................................................................................................................................................. 27
7. MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................................................................... 28
7.1. Changing the Hardened Inlets (optional) ..................................................................................................... 31
8. STORAGE .................................................................................................................................................................. 34
8.1. Temporary storage ......................................................................................................................................... 34
8.2. Long term storage ......................................................................................................................................... 34
9. TROUBLE SHOOTING/.......................................................................................................................................... 35
ENCLOSURE I: PART LIST AQUA TURBO® AER-SB(/L)................................................................................... 37
1. Exploded view with part list from AER-SB(/L) ............................................................................................. 37
2. Exploded view with part list from AER-SB(/L) with Hardened Inlets ...................................................... 39
ENCLOSURE II: MAINTENANCE SHEET .............................................................................................................. 42
ENCLOSURE III: GENERAL DATA .......................................................................................................................... 43
1. Identification plate + data on the delivered material .................................................................................. 43
2. Electrical connection ........................................................................................................................................ 44
3. Major dimensions .............................................................................................................................................. 47
ENCLOSURE IV: MOTOR O&M MANUAL ............................................................................................................... 49

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
(in accordance with enclosure II A of the Machinery directive)
Manufacturer : AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV

Brusselsesteenweg 508
B- 1500 Halle
BELGIUM
herewith declares that :
The product : AQUA TURBO® Submersible Bottom Aerator

Serial number(s):
conforms to
the Royal Warrant of June 11th 1992 : The European Machinery Directives 89/392/EEC, amended by
91/368/EEC, 93/44/EEC, 93/68/EEC, 98/37/CE and 2006/42/EC.
We hereby declare to be in conformity with the basic safety- and health claims concerning development and
production of machinery.
By design, the pumps, considered as components, comply with:

* the requirements of the standard EN 60 034 (ICE 34),
and therefore comply with the provision of Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC of February 19th 1973,
amended by Directive 93/68/EEC, and 2006/95-EC.
* the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, amended by Directive 2004/108/EC concerning the intrinsic
characteristics of emission and immunity levels.
During the design and construction of the Aerator, following standards are used:
* EN 292 - 1: Safety of machinery: PART 1: Methodology
* EN 292 - 2: Safety of machinery: PART 2: Technical principles and specifications
* EN 60 034: IEC 34 – concerning safety precautions of electrical machinery
* GWT – Directive 12: concerning low speed Aerators (except 3.1.§4 and 3.3.)
Remark: The machines mentioned above shall not be started until the installation, into which they have been
incorporated, has been declared to be in conformity with the Machinery Directive.
Belgium, Halle, 08/07/2015

Represented by its Chairman & C.E.O.
Haegeman Invest Comm. VA
ing. J. HAEGEMAN

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1. WARRANTY
AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV guarantees to the initial purchaser that the products and
parts manufactured by it are free of material defects and construction faults. This warranty is given
for a period respectively of 27 months from the date of availability of the goods (ex-works) or 24
months from the date of commissioning (installation start-up). The first expiring period is
valid. Regarding products and components from other manufacturers and suppliers which are an
integral part of the products and parts delivered by AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV, our
guarantee is limited to the conditions of guarantee that we can assert ourselves against the
manufacturer or supplier of these products and components (unless otherwise specified by
AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV in the agreement).
Only AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV has the authority to honour and adjust all warranty
claims and make the final decision pertaining to those claims.
Only AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV's original customer is covered by this warranty.
The following conditions will be considered as part of AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV's

warranty. Your claim will be considered if:
A) AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV receives a written claim or description of the problem

within 30 days after it occurred first.
This report of failure contains at least:
 motor and unit serial number,
 date of first day of operation of the unit,
 date of the last maintenance, if the product has been in service longer than 6 months,
 description of the defect and the possible causes (preferably with pictures),
 estimated hours of operation since the start-up.
B) If the user prefers to have the defect repaired by others than AQUASYSTEMS
INTERNATIONAL NV and wants to claim the incurred costs for repairs, the warranty claim has
to be accompanied by:
 A written permission of AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV for repair and/or service of

the unit by others.
 Specifications, detailed invoices and quote for the repair and/or service.
Repair and/or service have to be executed in accordance with the instructions of AQUASYSTEMS
INTERNATIONAL NV.
The warranty is void if:

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A) The unit invoice has not been paid in full at the date of the claim.
B) Damage is due to faulty handling, misapplication, accident, cause beyond control or normal
wear and tear.
C) The unit has been altered or modified in any way, without the prior written approval of
AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV.
D) Any or all of the unit safety devices were not installed, wrongly installed or were removed.
E) The unit was poorly maintained.
F) The unit was not properly protected electrically or mechanically.
G) The unit was damaged during disassembly, within the warranty period.
H) The owner/user/contractor fails to cooperate in determining the cause and/or extent of a

failure, doesn’t inform about the whole situation in which the unit is operating.
I) The product has been in service beyond the warranty period.
J) Damage is due to abuse or other than normal use.
LIMIT OF LIABILITY:
AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV's total liability under the above warranty is limited to the
repair or replacement of the defective part. AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV may, at its own
discretion, repair or replace or credit the purchaser for defective goods.
Crane costs, disassembly costs, transport costs, and indirect costs from possible damage to the basin
or the process are not covered by this warranty.

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2. SAFETY REGULATIONS
The major kind of risks and dangers that might occur, and the safety precautions to be taken
imperatively are:
* As mentioned in our declaration of conformity, our AQUA TURBO ® can only be used when the
installation, into which they need to be incorporated, is declared conform to the Machinery
Directive.
* If AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV did not deliver an explosion proof motor, it is

forbidden to use the equipment in areas where explosive gases might be present.
* Persons who are not directly involved should be kept out of the handling area.
* The equipment used for lifting has to be inspected by an official instance and found suitable
for the job, to allow safe loading, unloading, positioning and handling of the goods.
* Cables and U Shaped shackles are delivered to lift aerators and are certified for lifting the
units by an authorized body prior to delivery. This is not applicable for mooring cables and
shrouds used to keep the aerators in position.
A copy of the certification of the cables and shackles can be obtained by written request to
AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL.
* The transfer of responsibility from AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL to the end-user/end-

customer is as at the time of delivery of the equipment. Signing off the delivery documents
concludes that the transfer of responsibility for the equipment transfers to the client.
From the transfer moment outlines above, the end-user / client becomes solely responsible
for the proper use, maintenance, storage and inspection of cables and shackle rings that are
used to lift the aerators.
* From the date of transfer of responsibility, the periodic inspections by an authorized body of
the lifting equipment are the sole responsibility and expense of the end-user / client.
* AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL shall in no event be held responsible for damage during any
lifting operation or to the installation after delivery or due of the equipment.
* The complete electrical installation has to be designed to conform to the European standard
EN 60204 concerning the electrical equipment of machinery.
* Starting the unit on dry land, to check the correct rotational direction of the motor and the
impeller, should not be done without taking radical safety provisions and has to be performed
by a qualified person. Should any abnormality occur, the unit must be switched off
immediately.
* During the installation of the AER-SB(/L), all necessary personal protection equipment has to
be at the disposal of all personnel, involved in the assembly and installation of the equipment.

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It is essential to check that the safety switch of the unit that needs to be installed, and of all
units located in the basin where the unit needs to be installed, has been switched off and
locked in this position during all work on the electrical installation, during maintenance or
repairs, and during installation.
* Make sure that all safety precautions are taken to assure that nobody can fall into the water.
* During any intervention on the electrical installation, maintenance and/or repairs of the unit, a
second person has to be present to verify the safe intervention and eventually assist.
AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV is not responsible for any kind of incidents

due to an unsafe application, handling, and/or installation of the equipment.

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3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
3.1. Working principle
The electric motor drives an impeller which has a dual function (drawing 1):
- at its top side, the impeller aspirates water through the central opening in the aerator body
- at its bottom side, an under pressure is induced in the vacuum chamber, and consequently
air is aspirated through the Air-Intake Pipe
Both the aspirated air and water are centrifuged into the channels of the aerator body and
mixed there. The water/air mixture is ejected into the aeration basin and induces an important
flow throughout the basin (drawing 2).
Vacuum
Air chamber
Water Water
Air / Air /
Water Water
Drawing 1: Working principle
Drawing 2: Flow pattern

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3.2. Types and major components
The AER-SB(/L) Submersible Bottom Aerator (drawing 3) consists of a top mounted

submersible electrical motor, which directly drives an impeller that is located inside a chamber
with one air aspiration opening below, one liquid aspiration opening at the top, and a number of
air/liquid diffusion channels.
AER-SB AER-SB/L
Drawing 3: AER-SB and AER-SB/L
In function of the oxygen requirements, air supply, and basin geometry, AQUASYSTEMS
INTERNATIONAL NV offers following models:
AER-SB: Submersible Bottom Aerator without Extended Air Diffusion Channels

AER-SB/C: Submersible Bottom Aerator without Extended Air Diffusion Channels, provided
with air from a Blower
AER-SB/L: Submersible Bottom Aerator with Extended Air Diffusion Channels
AER-SB/LC: Submersible Bottom Aerator with Extended Air Diffusion Channels, provided with
air from a Blower
Within these different executions, the AER-SB and AER-SB/L are self priming and fit with
water depths between 2 and 8 meters (depending on the aerator power), while the AER-SB/C
and AER-SB/CL are connected to a Blower and are generally used for mixing/aerating in very
deep tanks or when large air volumes are required.
Depending on the basin geometry, one will use the AER-SB/L for large basins, or the AER-SB
for narrow basins.
Drawing 4 shows the major parts of the AER-SB and the parts of the Air Intake Pipe.

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THE AER-SB
1. Motor lifting brackets

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2. Submersible motor
3. Aerator body
17 4. Aerator connection flange for Air-
Intake Pipe
12 14 5. Impeller
6. Fixed diffusion channels
16
7. Aerator support-leg (optional an in-
11
tight Adjustable Support Leg can be
18 mounted)
10 15 THE AIR-INTAKE PIPE
16
8. Rubber seal
14 9. Connection flange for AER-SB
9 10. Air-Intake Pipe
1 11. Connection flange for Silencer
12. Rubber seal
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2 13. Silencer (optional)
14. Fasteners (bow shackles)
4 3 15. Cable tensioner
16. Lifting cable
17. Lifting bracket
18. Parallel safety cable
7
6 5
Drawing 4 : Major parts of AER-SB and Air-Intake
Pipe
All AER-SB(/L) models have the following advantages:
 Good oxygen transfer in waste water with moderate and high solids concentrations
 Can be adapted to most tank configurations
 Robust construction
 Intensive mixing
 Simple and rapid installation
 Low sound level
 No requirement to empty the tank, neither to install the equipment, nor for the
maintenance
 Unit power from 1,1 to 110 kW
 Excellent reliability
 Compact transportable equipment.
The AER-SB/L (with Extended Air Diffusion Channels) will cover a large area.

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Drawing 5: AER-SB/L compact mode
ATTENTION!
The standard AER-SB(/L) Aerators are NOT suitable for:
 operation while the motor is not completely submersed,

 aeration or mixing of liquids having a temperature that exceeds 40°C (104°F),
 an immersion depth superior to the maximum value where the unit is designed for,
 aeration or mixing of liquids with extreme pH values; in case of extreme values (less
than 6,5 or more than 8,5), special versions can be executed by AQUASYSTEMS
INTERNATIONAL NV,
 applications where large solids, constituents, or fibres might be present in the liquid
phase; if this would be the case, please call AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV
first.
 use in liquids that would damage the shaft of the motor (AISI 420)
In case your application does not comply with the standard specification, please contact
AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV for an appropriate solution.

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3.3. Description of the surrounding elements and options
3.3.1. Submersible electrical motor
The submersible electrical motor is a three-phase squirrel-cage motor, designed for operation
below water. The motor has an IP 68 class of protection, and is used for totally immerged
operation. The motor is provided with an oil sump, a double mechanical face seal and permanent
grease-lubricated anti-friction bearings.
For operation in hazardous area a corresponding motor type can be selected in degree of
protection “flame-proof” Eex d IIB T4 according to Directive 94/9/EG.
The connection flange and motor housing are made of cast iron and painted with a special coat
SA1 – RAL 7031. The fixing elements, e.g. screws and fasteners, are of rust and acid resistant
materials. In standard version the motor shaft is manufactured of material 1.4021 (rust and
acid resistant).
For detection of moisture ingress inside the oil sump, an electrode is installed trough the motor
flange into the oil sump. The signal cable to the electrode is either integrated in the power
supply cables, or separate. The leak detection electrode has to be connected to a special relay
that will switch off the motor in case more than a preset max.% of water has entered the oil
sump (relay is not part of standard delivery).
Electrical cable(s)
Oil sump
Mechanical seal
Screws for oil removal
Shaft
Connection Flange
Motor Housing
Leakage electrode
Drawing 6: Submersible electrical motor
The special coat SA1 – RAL 7031 for harsh conditions and chemical abrasive mediums is a two-
component polyurethane finish with an epoxy resin sealer.
The motor connection is made by a watertight mounted moisture resistant tough-rubber-

sheathed cable. Connection cables resistant to abrasive media are available upon request.
Motors up to 3 kW are generally designed for direct starting, while motors above 3 kW do
allow star-delta starting (depending on power supply voltage!).

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3.3.2. Air-Intake Pipe
The Air-Intake Pipe is made of stainless steel. As described in chapter 5.2. “Assembling”, the
Air-Intake Pipe is mounted onto the aerator connection flange.
NOTE: During assembly, don’t forget to place the seal between the flanges (4) and (9)! (see
drawing 4)
The reinforced Air-Intake Pipe is provided with a lifting bracket, which, after assembly, should
be located right above the motor. The lifting cable supplied with the Air-Intake Pipe, should
imperatively be mounted between the motor lifting brackets and the lifting bracket of the Air-
Intake Pipe. Thanks to this cable, you can lift the unit without creating torsion on the Air-
Intake Pipe connection (drawing 7).
Drawing 7: How to lift the AER-SB
Following table shows the weights of the different Air-Intake Pipes:
DN Weight for 3 meters [kg] Weight/extra m [kg]

80 20 7
100 27 9
125 29 10
150 35 12
200 46 15
Table 1: The weights of the different Air-Intake Pipes

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3.3.3. Silencer
The aerator will only be equipped with a Silencer if you specifically ordered one. The Silencer
is designed to reduce the noise level, produced by the AER-SB(/L).
Normally the Silencers are made of SS AISI 304L; they are also available in SS AISI 316L.
The Silencer is mounted on top of the Air-Intake Pipe, by means of a flange connection.
3.3.4. Adjustable Support Legs
The aerator will only be equipped with Adjustable Support Legs if you specifically ordered
those. The Adjustable Support Legs allow to regulate the inclination of the aerator so that
the fixed diffusion channels are located in a horizontal plane (f.ex. while the unit is resting on
a slanted surface).
IMPORTANT NOTE: If the bottom surface of the tank is not horizontal, the inclination of
the bottom surface has to be very small.
Drawing 8: Adjustable Support Legs

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3.3.5. Hardened Inlets
The aerator will only be equipped with the Hardened Inlets if you specifically ordered those.
These Inlets make the aerator more hardwearing than the original inlet configuration.
Drawing 9 shows the underside of the upper part of the aerator body of an AER-SB, without
(left) and with (right) Hardened Inlets.
An AER-SB with Hardened Inlets (a) will always be equipped with a Cobranox impeller (b), ring
(c) and disc (d), a more hardwearing material than SS AISI304L.
Drawing 9: AER-SB without (left) and AER-SB with (right) Hardened Inlets
Drawing 10: AER-SB with Hardened Inlets – Sectional drawing

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4. RECEIVING AND HANDLING
IMPORTANT NOTE: apply anti-seize grease (f.ex. Mi-setral-7N) on all bolts prior to assembly.
4.1. Receiving and acceptance
- Check the goods for completeness and visible damage before unloading.
If you have any remarks of damage or missing parts, please note them on the forwarding
documents at the time of delivery, and contact AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV
immediately. Transport damage cannot be claimed if it was not mentioned on the transportation
documents.
- The AER-SB(/L) is delivered in two pieces: the Submersible Bottom Aerator and the Air-
Intake Pipe. Appurtenances such as nuts, cable and seal for the connection of the Air-Intake
Pipe, are generally delivered in a separate box with the AER-SB(/L).
- If a Silencer was ordered, it will temporarily be mounted on the aerator connection flange
for transport.
- If Extended Air Diffusion Channels were ordered, these will be packed separately.
4.2. Handling (loading/unloading)
Be careful when handling this type of heavy precision equipment, to avoid damage to it or other
equipment, or injury to any person involved.
Persons that are not directly involved in loading/unloading, handling, or installation should be
kept out of the handling area.
The lifting equipment used, should have been inspected by an official organism, and approved
for the job prior to unloading the truck and installing the unit(s), in order to allow safe handling.
IMPORTANT REMARK
The brackets mounted on top of the motor may be used to lift the unit WITHOUT the Air-
Intake Pipe. As soon as the Air-Intake Pipe is mounted onto the aerator, the unit may ONLY
be lifted with the lifting bracket mounted onto the Air-Intake Pipe.
Before lifting the complete unit (with Air-Intake Pipe), the lifting cable with cable tensioner
has to be mounted between the motor lifting brackets and the Air-Intake Pipe lifting bracket.

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5. INSTALLATION
As a safety precaution, the installation of the AER-SB(/L) must always be performed by at least
two persons.
5.1. Preliminary checks
 Make sure that the AER-SB(/L) and/or the Air-Intake Pipe didn’t get damaged during
transport.
 Only the lifting brackets mounted on top of the motor can be used to lift the unit without
Air-Intake Pipe.
 Do not operate the unit in places where a risk of explosion might occur.
 Prior to the installation of the AER-SB(/L) in the basin, it is of capital importance to
determine the right location for the unit, in order to maximise its aeration and mixing
efficiency. If you have not yet discussed this aspect with AQUASYSTEMS
INTERNATIONAL NV, we propose you do so before installing the unit(s).
 Make sure you have informed AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV about the exact basin
depth and geometry.
5.2. Assembling
For the installation of the AER-SB(/L), it is sufficient to put the aerator on the bottom of the
tank. The weight of the AER-SB(/L) ensures a steady position on a concrete floor, so no mooring
or support structures are needed.
In case of Extended Air Diffusion Channels (series AER-SB/L), make sure the Extended Air
Diffusion Channels are placed horizontal.
To mount the Air-Intake Pipe onto the aerator, first attach the lifting cable (nr. 16) to the
lifting bracket (nr. 17) that is welded on the Air-Intake Pipe (nr. 10).
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17
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Drawing 11a: How to assemble the AER-SB
Next lift the Air-Intake Pipe with its lifting bracket (nr. 17), and mount the flange of the Air-
Intake Pipe (nr. 9) to the flange of the AER-SB(/L) (nr. 4 on drawing 11b).
Make sure the seal for the Air-Intake Pipe (see enclosure I – part (23)) is placed between the
two flanges (nr. 4 and 9).

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16
1
14
4
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Drawing 11b: How to assemble the AER-SB
When fixing the Air-Intake Pipe to the AER-SB(/L), make sure that:
 the flange fixation bolts are greased preliminary, to avoid seizing,

 the seal is correctly positioned (in the centre) between the aerator connection flange
and the connection flange of the Air-Intake Pipe,
 the lifting bracket (nr. 17) is on the centreline of the motor.
Once the Air-Intake Pipe is placed on the AER-SB(/L), connect the fasteners (nr. 14) to the
lifting cable (nr. 16).
Then attach the fasteners (nr. 14) to the motor lifting brackets (nr. 1), so that a triangle is
formed as you can see on drawing 7.
! MAKE SURE THE LIFTING CABLE IS TENSELY FIXED!

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16
1
14
Drawing 11c: How to assemble the AER-SB
Make sure that the safety cable (18 in drawing 11d) parallel to the cable tensioner (15) is in
place. This cable is a fail-safe protection in case the cable tensioner fails during lifting.

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Drawing 11d: Detail of lifting cable
Secure all bow shackles by means of a tie-wrap to prevent them from coming loose during
operation (see Drawing 11e).
Drawing 11e: Securing the bow shackle with a tie wrap
When the Air-Intake Pipe is correctly installed and the lifting cable is tensely fixed by means
of the cable tensioner, you can lift up the complete unit by use of the lifting bracket (nr. 17),
mounted on the Air-Intake Pipe (see drawing 7).

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5.3. Fixation of the Extended Air Diffusion Channels
The aerator will only be provided with Extended Air Diffusion Channels if you specifically
ordered those. The Extended Air Diffusion Channels are designed to cover a larger area, in
order to avoid coalescence problems, and to enhance the distribution of the air. The
Extended Air Diffusion Channels need to be installed on site.
The Extended Air Diffusion Channels are fitted to the connection brackets of the fixed air
diffusion channels on the aerator body.
Drawing 12a: Horizontal placement of the Extended Air Diffusion Channels
Each Extended Air Diffusion Channel needs to be fixed with 2 short sets of a bolt M8 and
nut.
Drawing 12b: Fixation of the Extended Air Diffusion Channels

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Note that the 2 fixed air diffusion channels behind the air intake flange cannot be equipped
with Extended Air Diffusion Channels.
Drawing 12c: AER-SB/L

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5.4. Electrical connection of the AER-SB(/L)
To avoid warranty discussions about water infiltration in the motor due to incorrect mounting
of the power cable, all AER-SB(/L) Submersible Bottom Aerators are systematically provided
with pre-wired power cables at motor side.
Consequently, it is of capital importance that AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV be

informed about the exact required cable length at the time the purchase order is placed; if
not, AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV will foresee a standard cable length of 10 m.
If for any reason the customer needs to change the power cable, AQUASYSTEMS
INTERNATIONAL NV should be contacted first for approval. Else, all warranty claims
originating from this change will not be accepted by AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV.
The control panel/junction box in which the AER-SB(/L) electrical cable will be connected at
the basin side once the unit is installed, has to be designed to conform to the IEC or NEMA
standard or any legally ruling local code.
Make sure you follow all the steps mentioned below prior to the installation of the unit in the
basin:
 Take note of all motor data and allowed connections mentioned on the motor nameplate.
 Please check line voltage on site and the corresponding connection (star or delta) of the
motor (see enclosure III). Remember that the Amperage draw during direct on line start
procedure is approximately six times the nominal one (see enclosure III for the exact value),
while in case of star/delta starting procedure you need approximately two times the nominal
one.
 Make sure the yellow/green ground conductor of the unit is connected to the ground of the
electrical installation, before the other conductors are connected. The ground conductor
must also be the last to be removed when the motor is disconnected. The extreme ends of
the cables must never be immersed or be in contact with liquid.
 The line loss must be limited so that the line voltage at the motor terminals is maximum 5%
below the nominal voltage. Too low voltage can reduce the motor life. During start-up of the
motor, the voltage dip at the terminals should momentary (a few seconds) not be more than
10% of the nominal voltage.
 You are advised to check the tension of the electrical connection in the junction box at basin
wall at least once a year.
 Make sure that the electrical cable cannot be sucked into the impeller, caused by a
superfluous length of the cable. However, the cable length should be a little oversized to
be sure that the cable doesn’t get stretched.

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Connect the power cable to the electric panel or to a junction box near the basin edge according
to the selected/authorised start procedure (see motor nameplate), and verify the correct set
point of the thermal protection.
The following figure shows the coding of the electrical cables of the motor. All motors up to 3
kW are generally designed for direct starting (only cables U - V & W, not U1 - U2 - V1 - V2 -
W1 - W2). However, upon motor supplier’s discretion, it is possible that even a small power
motor comes with 6 power leads, to allow star/delta start procedure (depending on power
supply).
Other motors (power > 3 kW) are generally equipped with either 1 multi-wire electrical cable,
or with 3 separate cables (2 cables for the power supply + 1 cable for thermal protection and
leak detection inside the motor).
Inside Motor At basin side or MCC
Star Connection
Motor Winding
OR
Electrical Cable
Delta connection
Temperature
switch
Leakage
Detection
Drawing 13: Electrical connection marking
After every new connection, check the rotational direction of the motor.
The rotational direction should be checked visually while looking to the impeller through the
centre opening in the aerator body, after the aerator was started “dry” for 2 seconds. The
rotation of the impeller must be counter-clockwise when watching the aerator from the top. If
the rotational direction is wrong (clockwise), the motor will increase in average draw and the
aerator will aspirate no or almost no air. In this case, you need to reverse two phases of the
line cord in the control panel after you have first disconnected the main switch of the power
supply. Start the unit again to check the correct visual operation.
You must keep a minimum distance of one metre from the aerator during this test.
Never force the aerator to operate when a problem is occurring. If necessary, contact
When working on the control panel, make sure the main disconnect has been switched off and
locked in this position. Also make sure that all other machines installed in the same basin have
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IMPORTANT NOTE:
It is mandatory to connect the thermal protection (contacts 5 (or T) and 6 (or T)), and the leak
detection (contacts 15 (or SL) and ground), in such a way that the equipment will automatically
and directly be stopped when over temperature or moisture ingress is detected (see enclosure
III for the connection of the moisture detection relay to motor).
If, for any reason, the delivered relay (if ordered) would not coincide with the relay referred
to in enclosure, please contact AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV before connecting the
relay, to verify the right connection.
5.5. Installation of the Blower
If you have chosen to connect the aerator to a Blower (model AER-SB/C or model AER-SB/LC),
install the Blower according to its own installation procedure.
The Blower should be installed as close as possible to the AER-SB(/L) in order to limit the
pressure losses in the piping. Connection between the Blower piping and the AER-SB(/L) piping
should be achieved with a flexible hose, but only after you have checked dry that the AER-
SB(/L) is running in the right direction (see electrical connection section).
Regarding the air flow of the Blower, this should be no more than specified by
At start-up, the Blower should be started a few seconds before starting the AER-SB(/L).

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6. START-UP
Before starting up the unit, make sure that no foreign objects (wood, plastic, etc…) are located in
the basins. These objects can be sucked into the unit’s impeller, induce heavy vibrations and could
damage as well the mechanical seals as the bearings. AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV will
not accept liability for such damage. These objects should not find their way into the basin, as
they should be stopped by a filter or a screen placed upstream of the supply to the basins.
If possible, start the unit on dry land to check the rotational direction of the impeller. This
however should not be done without taking radical safety precautions and has to be performed by
a qualified person (see also 5.4. Electrical connection of the AER-SB(/L)).
Before switching the main power on and starting the AER-SB(/L), verify by hand that the impeller
has free rotation. NEVER carry out any operation while the aerator is connected to the main
power!
When the AER-SB(/L) is correctly assembled as described in chapter 5 - INSTALLATION, the unit
can be placed into the liquid by means of the lifting bracket mounted on the Air-Intake Pipe (see
drawing 7: How to lift the AER-SB).
Make sure that the aerator is not started before the motor is completely submerged, to avoid that
overheating of the motor occurs.
After all installation steps have been carried out correctly, and the water level conforms to the
design one, the unit may be started.
ATTENTION:
If the AER-SB(/L) is immerged deeper than the design depth, the motor might run in overload, and
eventually burn if it is not protected with the correct thermal protection.
When running in reverse, the aerator does not aspirate air correctly, makes a lot of noise, and
vibrates. Continuous operation in reverse will damage the impeller and the motor of the aerator.
This incorrect operation should be limited to maximum a few seconds during the start-up of the
aerator. If the aerator gets damaged due to extended incorrect direction of rotation, the warranty
will be void.
If the unit is running correctly, check the exact consumed power and the following data: voltage,
current and power factor.
There are instruments that can measure these data simultaneously and print it out. Such a device
is advised to attain exact measurement of the power.
Significant under loading, any overloading, or remarks regarding noise, instability… should be
mentioned and discussed immediately with AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV. In this case
the AER-SB(/L) should be stopped immediately.

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7. MAINTENANCE
During maintenance or repair, the safety switch (= breaker) has to be switched OFF and locked in
this position.
- The only parts most likely to require maintenance are the moving and wearing parts:
the impeller, the motor shaft, the mechanical seals, the bearings and the Hardened Inlets (if
provided).
- With regard to the submersible motor, we refer to the manufacturer’s manual in enclosure IV.
This manual recommends maintenance every 2500 working hours or at least once a year, whichever
comes first.
In reality we notice that this recommendation is not respected, as it involves craneage.
Although we recommend that you follow the motor manufacturer’s instructions, we demand you to
carry out maintenance at least once every two years, or as soon as a default signal appears
(humidity signal in the oil chamber, or interruption of PTO, or interruption by the thermal
protection), whichever comes first.
NOTA: When the signal cable is too close to the power cable or when the unit is connected to a
frequency converter, a false default signal can be caused by induction. We therefore advise you
to use a faradised signal cable.
During maintenance, the following actions should at least be performed on the unit:
* check the oil:

There is a screw on the side of the submersible motor that allows removing the oil. If only oil
comes out, the seals are still intact. Also make sure that the oil quantity has not considerably
decreased.
If the oil has a milky white colour, there is water mixed in the oil. In this case, the seals have to
be checked/replaced. Please contact AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV to resolve the
problem.
Fill the oil sump with Shell Naturelle HF-R or equivalent oil (while the motor/the unit lays
horizontal). Re-tighten all screws carefully to avoid any form of infiltration. Replace the seal of
the oil removal screw.
Oil sump
Screws for oil removal
Leakage electrode
Drawing 14: Oil removal

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* check the anodes:

Each AER-SB unit is equipped with one or more sacrificial anodes to protect the motor from
corrosion. They are generally located on the motor flange (see Drawing 15). The anode material is
slowly consumed over time. When it is fully consumed, the anode will no longer offer protection
against corrosion. It is therefore important to check the anodes each time maintenance is
performed on the unit.
Anodes
Drawing 15: Anodes on AER-SB
Several types of anodes may be present on AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV equipment.

They are listed in Table 2 along with recommendations for replacement. For AER-SB units, the type
of anode is usually a 6 kg Zinc block anode.
Material Type Unconsumed dimensions Replacement when…

Zinc 2.2 kg circle Ø70 x 110 Diameter < 50 mm
10 kg circle Ø60 x 500 Diameter < 45 mm
4.4 kg disc Ø150 x 36 Diameter < 120 mm
6 kg block 200 x 65 x 65 Width < 50 mm
Magnesium 2.2 kg circle Ø120 x 110 Diameter < 85 mm
10 kg circle Ø110 x 500 Diameter < 80 mm
2.2 kg prismatic 174x80x87/76 Width < 60 mm
Table 2: Overview of anodes
New anodes can be ordered from AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV.
Should you notice that an anode is already largely consumed after a first maintenance period, we
advise reducing the time in between maintenances.
* check (and replace if necessary): mechanical seals, bearings and electrical cables (condition of
fittings).
* check the condition of the paint, and retouch if necessary.
* check the electrical connections.
The leak detection of the motor should imperatively be connected to the control panel so that it
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If this happens, the mechanical seals of the motor should be checked/replaced.
- For the AER-SB(/L) unit, we suggest that you give it a visual inspection at the same time you
check the motor, whereby special attention should be given to the following:
* check impeller condition

* check exchangeable ring condition (item n° 13 on part list)
* check Air-Intake Pipe condition (possible clogging)
* check condition of motor power cable and PTO cable
* check welds for cracks
* check Hardened Inlets (if ordered)
- Ordinary maintenance must be carried out by specialised technicians. These persons must have
fully understood the contents of this manual and any other documentation supplied with the
product.
Extraordinary maintenance and repairs must be carried out by authorized workshops or

has free rotation. NEVER carry out any operation while the aerator is connected to the main
power!
- If the aerator has to be transported, remove the Air-Intake Pipe from the aerator after cleaning
the aerator with water.
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7.1. Changing the Hardened Inlets (optional)
A) To facilitate the access of the Hardened Inlets that need to be replaced, follow the
following steps:
- Remove the calibrated ring (1) with its clamps (2) and bolts (figure 16a).
- Remove the motor with its impeller and intermediate flange (if applicable) (figure 16b)
after having first dismounted the bolts (3) that hold the (intermediate) flange (4) on
the aerator.
B) It is now possible to reach and remove the Hardened Inlets as follows:
- Unscrew and remove the fixation bolts (6) of the Hardened Inlets that need
replacement (figure 16c).
- Loosen the bolts (7) for the connection of the lower and upper part of the aerator body,
so that the Hardened Inlets are no longer under tension between upper and lower part
of the aerator body.
C) It is now possible to remove and replace the Hardened Inlets (figure 16d).
D) To assemble everything again, follow the previous steps in reversed order.
Drawing 16a: Removal of exchangeable ring

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Drawing 16b: Removal of the motor with the intermediate flange (if applicable)

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Drawing 16c: Removal of the fixation bolts of the Hardened Inlets
Drawing 16d: Replacement of the Hardened Inlets

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8. STORAGE
8.1. Temporary storage
Upon delivery, after a short term of dry storage (<1 month) and before installation, the impeller
should be rotated a few times by hand. This will avoid the risk that the mechanical seals of the
motor gets jammed and/or damaged during start-up.
Beware of not damaging the power cable when handling the aerator.
Do not bend the cables sharply (the minimum radius of the bend must be more than 5 times the
diameter of the cable itself). The free end of the electrical cables must never be in contact
with water!
If no electric cable is attached to the motor, make sure that the electrical junction box of the
motor is closed and sealed against water infiltration.
8.2. Long term storage
The same precautions have to be made as for temporary storage, but additionally, in this case,
precautions must be taken to avoid damage to motor bearings.
You are requested to rotate the motor shaft of the AER-SB(/L) manually on a monthly basis
and prior to start-up to prevent jamming or damaging of the bearings and/or mechanical seals.
Store the unit in a dry and dust free space.
For a safe storage after previous operation, the product must be thoroughly cleaned. Do never
use hydrocarbon-based cleaning products for this purpose.
Prior to starting the unit, after a long period of storage, it is necessary to verify the insulation
of the windings by Meggering the motor. For any value less than 3 MΩ, never start the unit,
and call AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV.

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9. TROUBLE SHOOTING
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSES / REMEDIES
 The AER-SB(/L) fails to start  The motor is not powered:

 Turn the selector switch to the ON position.
 The motor is powered, but it makes noise:

 Check that the electrical equipment is in good
condition, and check whether the equipment is
receiving power on the 3 phases.
 Check the correct electrical connection.
 Leak detection or PTO have been activated by resp.

moisture ingress or high temperature
 The overload relay or thermal  All motor phases are not being fully powered:
protection has stopped the  Check the power supply, and electrical connection.
unit
 The motor turns in the wrong direction :
 Invert two of the three phases.
 Wrong overload setting:

 Compare the Amperage setting with the one on the
aerator name plate.
 The fluid is excessively viscous and/or dense:

 Inform AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV.
 Electrical motor temperature is excessive:

 The temperature of the fluid may be excessive.
 The liquid may be at a persistently low level and fail
to cover the motor.
 Something might be jammed between impeller and
aerator body.
 The impeller is clogged:

 Remove possible clogging materials and check if the
aerator is not damaged.
 Induction on the leak detection cable:

 Use faradised cable
 Move the relay closer to the aerator, f.ex. in a
junction box at basin edge
 The Air-Intake Pipe is clogged:

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 Remove all possible clogging materials out of the

Air-Intake Pipe.
 No air supply in case of AER-SB/C or /LC:

 Start Blower.
 The water level is higher than the design level:

 Bring the water level back to the design level.
 The aerator delivers a very  The motor is turning in the wrong direction:
poor flow rate  Invert two of the three phases.
 The diffusion channels are clogged:

 Remove all possible clogging materials out of the
diffusion channels, and check if the aerator is not
damaged.
 Sludge layer built-up around the motor casing:

 Clean the motor casing
 clearance between impeller & LUBRITEX seal (ref. 21) ->

more variation on amperage:
 Replace the LUBRITEX seal
 Important sludge layer on the bottom of the tank:

 Clean the bottom / remove sludge
 The aerator is noisy and  The diffuser/impeller is partially clogged:

vibrates  Remove unwanted objects that obstruct the
impeller or diffuser and check if the aerator is not
damaged.
 The liquid contains an excessive amount of solids.
 Wrong electrical connection:

 Check the correct electrical connection.
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ENCLOSURE I: PART LIST AQUA TURBO® AER-SB(/L)
1. Exploded view with part list from AER-SB(/L)
Drawing 17: Exploded view AER-SB(/L)

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Part list for the AER-SB(/L):
ITEM QUANTITY DESCRIPTION MATERIAL
1 2 or 3 Power cable(s) and auxiliary cable
2 2 Motor lifting bracket(s) AISI 304L

Cast iron - epoxy
3 1 Motor
coated
4 8 Bolt for motor to intermediate flange connection A2
5 8 Self-locking nut with nylon insert for (4) A2
6 1 Intermediate flange. Only for SICEI motors > 11 kW. AISI 304L
Bolt for intermediate flange to motor support
7 8 A2
connection
8 8 Washer for (7) A2
9 1 Flange for aerator body/motor connection AISI 304L
10 8 Nut for (7) A2
11 12 Bolts for clamps for exchangeable ring A2
12 6 Clamps for exchangeable ring AISI 304L
13 1 Exchangeable ring AISI 304L
14 1 Upper part of the aerator body AISI 304L
15 12-18 Fixed air diffusion channels AISI 304L

Bolt for the connection of lower and upper part of the
16 7-16 A2
aerator body
17 7-16 Washer for (16) A2
18 1 Impeller AISI 304L
19 1 Washer AISI 304L
20 1 Impeller fastening bolt A2
21 1 Seal between air chamber and impeller LUBRITEX
22 2 or 3 Positioning stud AISI 304L
23 1 Seal for Air-Intake Pipe Rubber
24 1 Lower part of the aerator body AISI 304L
25 1 Air-intake flange AISI 304L
26 1 Air chamber AISI 304L
27 2 Support leg AISI 304L
28 7-16 Nut for (16) A2
29 12-17 Extended Air Diffusion Channels (OPTIONAL) AISI 304L

Table 4: Part list of the AER-SB(/L)
On request:
- AISI 316L / A4 stainless steel

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2. Exploded view with part list from AER-SB(/L) with Hardened Inlets
Drawing 18: Exploded view AER-SB(/L) with Hardened Inlets

Part list for the AER-SB(/L) with Hardened Inlets:

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ITEM QUANTITY DESCRIPTION MATERIAL
1 2 or 3 Power cable(s) and auxiliary cable
2 2 Motor lifting bracket(s) AISI 304L

Cast iron - epoxy
3 1 Motor
coated
4 8 Bolt for motor to intermediate flange connection A2
5 8 Self-locking nut with nylon insert for (4) A2
6 1 Intermediate flange. Only for SICEI motors > 11 kW. AISI 304L
Bolt for intermediate flange to motor support
7 8 A2
connection
8 8 Washer for (7) A2
9 1 Flange for aerator body/motor connection AISI 304L
10 8 Nut for (7) A2
11 12 Bolts for clamps for exchangeable ring A2
12 6 Clamps for exchangeable ring AISI 304L
13 1 Exchangeable ring Cobranox 300B
14 1 Upper part of the aerator body AISI 304L
15 12-18 Fixed air diffusion channels AISI 304L

Bolt for the connection of lower and upper part of the
16 7-16 A2
aerator body
17 7-16 Washer for (16) A2
18 1 Impeller Cobranox 300B
19 1 Washer AISI 304L
20 1 Impeller fastening bolt A2
21 1 Seal between air chamber and impeller LUBRITEX
22 2 or 3 Positioning stud AISI 304L
23 1 Seal for Air-Intake Pipe Rubber
24 1 Lower part of the aerator body AISI 304L
25 1 Air-intake flange AISI 304L
26 1 Air chamber AISI 304L
27 2 Support leg AISI 304L
28 7-16 Nut for (16) A2
29 12-17 Extended Air Diffusion Channels (OPTIONAL) AISI 304L
30 24-36 Fixation bolts for Hardened Inlets A2
31 12-18 Hardened Inlets SS 600B

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32 1 Disc Cobranox 300B

Table 5: Part list of the AER-SB(/L) with Hardened Inlets
On request:
- AISI 316L / A4 stainless steel

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ENCLOSURE II: MAINTENANCE SHEET
Unit nr : …………………….
Motor nr : …………………….
* If after the inspection of the first two years an exceptional wear is recorded, we recommend
continuing the annual inspection. If not, a 2 yearly inspection will do.
Maintenance date fortnight 2 year 4 year 6 year 8 year 10 year
………. ………. ………. ………. ………. ……….
Description of action
1. Anode check
2. Oil check ………. ………. ………. ………. ……….
3. Check mechanical seals ………. ………. ………. ………. ……….
and bearings
4. Check condition of paint ………. ………. ………. ………. ……….
5. Check electrical ………. ………. ………. ………. ………. ……….
connection and condition
of power cable and PTO
cable
6. Check condition of ………. ………. ………. ………. ……….
impeller
exchangeable ring
8. Check condition of Air- ………. ………. ………. ………. ……….
Intake Pipe (clogging?)
9. Check condition of weld ………. ………. ………. ………. ……….
seams
Hardened Inlets (if
applicable)
11. Measurements voltage: ……….V ……….V ……….V ……….V ……….V ……….V
current: ……….A ……….A ……….A ……….A ……….A ……….A

12. Operation time since ……….h ……….h ……….h ……….h ……….h
installation and start-up
Table 6: Maintenance table
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ENCLOSURE III: GENERAL DATA
1. Identification plate + data on the delivered material
Brusselsesteenweg 508
B-1500 Halle
BELGIUM
Tel.: +32 (0)2 362 02 62

Fax: +32 (0)2 360 35 89
UNIT DATA:
Year of production :
Type : AER-SB
Serial number(s) :
Total weight of the device : kg
Delivered accessories (per aerator):

- Power cable mm² : m
- Leak detection (without detection relay, if not ordered)
- Thermal protector switch (PTO)
MOTOR DATA:
Type:
Motor power/Shaft speed: kW / rpm
Nominal voltage: V
Nominal Amps: A
Cos phi:
Power connection: 3 x V - Hz
For DOL start: Imax./Inom.:

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2. Electrical connection
As the type of connection will depend on the power supply voltage, the allowed voltages to the
motor and the start-up procedure, please measure first the line voltage, and verify data on
motor nameplate.
ALLOWED CONNECTIONS / STARTING PROCEDURES FOR SUBMERSIBLE MOTORS
Measured power Allowed voltage supply to motor Authorised start Required

supply at end (mentioned on motor procedure power leads
customer nameplate)
240V – 3P 240 – 400V Y/Δ 6
Δ DOL 3
400V – 3P 240 – 400V Y DOL 3
400 – 690V Y/Δ 6
Δ DOL 3
690V – 3P 400 – 690V Y DOL 3
- If authorised, STAR/DELTA start procedure
 During start-up : STAR connection (the start-up period in star must always be limited to
max. 3 seconds; exact time to be determined on site by an electrician, so that at
transition from Y to Δ the current surge is minimal)
U1
L1
V1
L2
W1
L3
MOTOR U2
V2
W2
Fig. A
 After start-up: DELTA connection
U1
W2 L1
U2
MOTOR V1 L2
V2
W1 L3
Fig. B
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 See fig. A
- If authorised, DOL Delta start procedure
 See fig. B
Temperature detector: Thermal protector switch – PTO
When reaching the maximum limit temperature, the switch opens the control circuit. The NC-
switch closes the circuit again when the temperature decreases under the limit temperature.
Contact rating: 1,6 A for 250V AC.
All motors are standard equipped with such thermal Bi-metal protection switch.
Leak detection:
In the oil chamber of the submersible mixer motor, a leak detection is mounted. If the
mechanical seal of the motor leaks, water penetrates into the oil chamber and reduce the
electrical resistance of the oil.
Once the electrical resistance reaches a certain minimum level, a detection relay, which can
optionally be ordered at AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV, will automatically stop the
motor or indicate an alarm signal on the control panel.
The use of the provided leak detection is MANDATORY!
Detection relay:
Standard detection relays, delivered by AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV are

ZelioRM35LM33MW relays.
 Connection of the Zelio RM35LM33MW moisture detection relay

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Submersible motor
Motor
Windings
Motor protection
PTO (NC 155°)
Leakage
detection
- Connect the power supply (230V – 50Hz) to A1 and A2

- Connect the cable of the leakage detection probe (cable nr. 15 for an EMOD motor; cable
marked SL for SICEI motor) to contact “Min” on the relay. Connect the ground cable of the
motor to contact “C” of the relay.
- When a certain quantity of water has entered the oil chamber (dependant on the setting of
the sensitivity on the relay), the relay will detect it and the contacts 11-12 & 21-22 will open.
The contacts 11-14 & 21-24 will close.
The time delay and the sensitivity can be adjusted on the relay: our advice is as follows:
- The sensitivity (1) is set at└↓┘St (5 kΩ … 100 kΩ).
- The percentage of the sensitivity (2) at 50% (50% of 100 kΩ).
- Level (3) should be on “1 On Delay” (delay at switching on)
- The time delay on the detection (4) is set at 5 seconds.
Remark: Every change of settings must be followed by interruption of power supply to A1 and
A2
NOTE:
- The moisture detection relay must imperatively stop the motor when water ingress has been
detected.
- The temperature detector (PTO) also has to be connected in such a way that the motor is
stopped when the temperature reaches the limiting temperature.
VERY IMPORTANT:
Always check the correct operation of the relay after installation.
TEST: make a connection between C and Min to check if the detection works.
If it doesn’t work, please contact AQUASYSTEMS.

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3. Major dimensions
Max.
Weight liquid
Model P motor n Tube A B C D E F* G* Weight channels* height**
[kW] [rpm] DN [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [kg] [kg] [m]
0110-24 1,1 1390 80 623 390 398 260 659 500 1400 88 22 3,8
0150-24 1,5 1390 80 623 390 398 260 659 500 1400 90 22 3,8
0220-24 2,2 1375 80 623 390 398 260 659 500 1400 110 22 3,8
0300-24 3,0 1350 80 680 500 609 260 722 800 2100 110 22 3,8
0400-24 4,0 1380 80 680 500 609 260 722 800 2100 130 22 5,0
0550-24 5,5 1360 80 680 500 609 260 776 800 2100 140 22 5,5
0750-24 7,5 1410 80 680 500 609 260 921 800 2100 118 22 6,0
0900-24 9,0 1410 100 1060 850 1140 260 1083 1000 2850 235 40 6,5
1100-24 11,0 1450 100 1060 850 1140 300 1123 1000 2850 325 40 7,0
1500-24 15,0 1450 100 1080 850 1140 300 1123 1000 2850 325 40 7,0
1850-24 18,5 1455 100 1080 850 1140 300 1248 1000 2850 345 40 7,0
2200-24 22,0 1460 125 1080 850 1140 300 1248 1000 2850 385 46 7,5
3000-24 30,0 1440 125 1080 850 1140 300 1258 1500 3850 410 76 7,5
3700-24 37,0 1465 150 1300 1000 1230 300 1380 2000 4710 525 113 7,8
4500-24 45,0 1460 150 1300 1000 1230 300 1380 2000 4710 525 113 7,8
5500-24 55,0 1460 150 1300 1000 1230 300 1412 2000 4710 810 113 7,8
7500-24 75,0 1460 200 1300 1000 1230 300 1432 2000 4710 970 113 7,8
9000-24 90,0 1460 200 1300 1000 1230 300 1432 2000 4710 985 113 7,8
11000-24 110,0 1475 200 1425 1100 1260 350 1470 2000 4830 1330 129 7,8
Table 7: Basic data for AER-SB(/L) models
* Only for AER-SB/L

** For a given model, depending on the water depth at which the unit will be operating, some minor dimensional
changes might be necessary.
Drawing 18: Basic dimensions of the AER-SB(/L)

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AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV

WASTE WATER TREATMENT EQUIPMENT

Brusselsesteenweg 508  B-1500 Halle – Belgium  Tel.: 32 (0)2 362 02 62 

SUBMERSIBLE BOTTOM AERATOR

IMPORTANT: Prior to the installation, operation, and maintenance of this

Operation and Maintenance Manual AQUA TURBO ® Submersible Bottom Aerator

2. SAFETY REGULATIONS .......................................................................................................................................... 7

3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................................................. 9

3.1. Working principle ............................................................................................................................................. 9

3.2. Types and major components ........................................................................................................................ 10

3.3. Description of the surrounding elements and options ............................................................................... 12

3.3.1. Submersible electrical motor ............................................................................................................ 13

4.1. Receiving and acceptance ............................................................................................................................... 17

4.2. Handling (loading/unloading).......................................................................................................................... 17

5.1. Preliminary checks ........................................................................................................................................... 18

5.2. Assembling ....................................................................................................................................................... 18

5.3. Fixation of the Extended Air Diffusion Channels ..................................................................................... 22

5.4. Electrical connection of the AER-SB(/L) ................................................................................................... 24

5.5. Installation of the Blower ............................................................................................................................ 26

7.1. Changing the Hardened Inlets (optional) ..................................................................................................... 31

8.1. Temporary storage ......................................................................................................................................... 34

8.2. Long term storage ......................................................................................................................................... 34

ENCLOSURE I: PART LIST AQUA TURBO® AER-SB(/L)................................................................................... 37

1. Exploded view with part list from AER-SB(/L) ............................................................................................. 37

ENCLOSURE II: MAINTENANCE SHEET .............................................................................................................. 42

ENCLOSURE III: GENERAL DATA .......................................................................................................................... 43

1. Identification plate + data on the delivered material .................................................................................. 43

2. Electrical connection ........................................................................................................................................ 44

3. Major dimensions .............................................................................................................................................. 47

ENCLOSURE IV: MOTOR O&M MANUAL ............................................................................................................... 49

Operation and Maintenance Manual AQUA TURBO ® Submersible Bottom Aerator

Manufacturer : AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV

herewith declares that :

The product : AQUA TURBO® Submersible Bottom Aerator

By design, the pumps, considered as components, comply with:

* EN 292 - 1: Safety of machinery: PART 1: Methodology

* EN 292 - 2: Safety of machinery: PART 2: Technical principles and specifications

* EN 60 034: IEC 34 – concerning safety precautions of electrical machinery

Belgium, Halle, 08/07/2015

Operation and Maintenance Manual AQUA TURBO ® Submersible Bottom Aerator

Only AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV's original customer is covered by this warranty.

The following conditions will be considered as part of AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV's

A) AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV receives a written claim or description of the problem

 motor and unit serial number,

 date of first day of operation of the unit,

 estimated hours of operation since the start-up.

 A written permission of AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV for repair and/or service of

The warranty is void if:

Operation and Maintenance Manual AQUA TURBO ® Submersible Bottom Aerator

E) The unit was poorly maintained.

F) The unit was not properly protected electrically or mechanically.

H) The owner/user/contractor fails to cooperate in determining the cause and/or extent of a

I) The product has been in service beyond the warranty period.

J) Damage is due to abuse or other than normal use.

Operation and Maintenance Manual AQUA TURBO ® Submersible Bottom Aerator

* If AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV did not deliver an explosion proof motor, it is

* The transfer of responsibility from AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL to the end-user/end-

Operation and Maintenance Manual AQUA TURBO ® Submersible Bottom Aerator

AQUASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NV is not responsible for any kind of incidents

Operation and Maintenance Manual AQUA TURBO ® Submersible Bottom Aerator

3.1. Working principle

Drawing 1: Working principle

Drawing 2: Flow pattern