SUPERFLO® VS VARIABLE SPEED PUMP INSTALLATION AND USER’S GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ii IMPORTANT PUMP WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT NOTICE This guide provides installation and operation instructions for this pump. Consult Pentair with any questions regarding this equipment. Attention Installer: This guide contains important information about the installation, operation and safe use of this product. This information should be given to the owner and/or operator of this equipment after installation or left on or near the pump.
iii IMPORTANT PUMP WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Mechanical Entrapment: When jewelry, swimsuit, hair decorations, finger, toe or knuckle is caught in an opening of an outlet or drain cover. This hazard is present when the drain cover is missing, broken, loose, cracked, or not properly secured. NOTE: ALL SUCTION PLUMBING MUST BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LATEST NATIONAL AND LOCAL CODES, STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES.
1 PUMP OVERVIEW Pump Overview The perfect choice for all types of pools, the SuperFlo® VS Variable Speed Pump was specifically designed to be your best choice for a variety of in-ground pools. Thick walled body parts, a heavy duty TEFC motor, and highly engineered hydraulics make this rugged and tested design perfect for any pool, spa, water feature, or fountain. All pumps from Pentair Aquatic Systems incorporate innovative hydraulic engineering that has been refined for over 40 years.
2 CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW (4) Display Mode LED Indicators (1) Speed Buttons (2) External Control Only LED Indicator (3) Start/Stop Button (5) Display Button (6) Quick Clean Button (7) Power LED Indicator (8) “+” and “-” Arrows If power is connected to the SuperFlo® VS Variable Speed Pump motor, pressing any of the following buttons referred to in this section could result in the motor starting. Failure to recognize this could result in personal injury or damage to equipment. Keypad Navigation 1.
3 INSTALLATION Only a qualified plumbing professional should install the SuperFlo® VS Variable Speed Pump. Refer to “Pump Warning And Safety Instructions” on pages ii-iii for additional installation and safety information. Location Figure 1. Note: Do not install this pump within an outer enclosure or beneath the skirt of a hot tub or spa unless marked accordingly. Note: Ensure that the pump is mechanically secured to the equipment pad. Be sure the pump location meets the following requirements: 1.
4 RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR ELECTROCUTION. The SuperFlo® VS Variable Speed Pump must be installed by a licensed or certified electrician or a qualified service professional in accordance with the National Electrical Code and all applicable local codes and ordinances. Improper installation will create an electrical hazard which could result in death or serious injury to users, installers, or others due to electrical shock, and may also cause damage to property.
5 Control with External Control and Digital Inputs The user can run the SuperFlo® VS Variable Speed Pump with automation external controls, allowing all four programmed Speeds to be controlled remotely. The pump has a sealed connector that can be used with Pentair External Control Wiring Kit (Pentair P/N 353129Z) to run the Speeds using digital input signals. When there is an external low voltage signal present on the Speed Digital Input line, the pump will run the speed programmed for that Digital Input.
6 Using an Externally Supplied Low Voltage Signal for External Control When using an externally supplied low voltage signal as the Digital Input trigger, the wire should be connected as shown in Figure 5. The low voltage input needs to be within the range of 5-30V AC or DC. In this case the red +5V supply from the motor control will not be used.
7 OPERATING THE PUMP Setting the Clock Using the Default Schedule When the pump is first plugged in, the clock will blink to indicate that is has not been set. Any daily schedule set by the user will be based on this clock setting, so it will be necessary to set the clock first. The default schedule is designed to provide enough daily turnover to service a typical pool. See Table 2 for default schedule. To Set the Clock: 1. Press and hold the Display button for 3 seconds. 2.
8 Custom Schedules To customize the run schedule for your SuperFlo® VS Variable Speed Pump, the pump must be stopped. Be sure that the Start/Stop button LED is not illuminated. Programming a Custom Schedule: Note: When programming, the LED light next to the parameter (“Speed”, “Time” and “Duration”) you are setting will blink. 6. Press the “1” button again and the display will change to SPEED 1 duration. The “Duration” parameter LED will begin to blink. See Figure 9. 2:00 1.
9 Note: If a user wants to have a period of time during the day when the pump is not running, any of the SPEEDs can be programmed to 0 RPM. This will cause the pump to remain stationary/paused throughout the duration of that SPEED. Speed Priorities (Non-External Control) For schedule duration settings, SPEEDs are prioritized as follows: SPEED 1 -> SPEED 2 -> SPEED 3. SPEED 1 is the highest priority, while SPEED 3 is the lowest. The drive will not allow a user to program a schedule of more than 24 hours.
10 Priming This pump is shipped with Priming mode ENABLED. Unless the Priming settings are changed in the menu, be aware that the pump will speed up to the priming speed when the pump is powered on for the first time, and the start/stop button is pressed. Before turning the pump ON, be sure the following conditions are met: 1. Open filter air relief valve. 2. Open valves. 3. Pool return is completely open and clear of any blockages. 4. Water in the pump basket. 5.
11 Quick Clean The SuperFlo® VS Variable Speed Pump is equipped with a Quick Clean feature, which can be engaged to temporarily run at higher or lower speeds ranging between 300 to 3450 RPM. Once the Quick Clean duration has elapsed, the pump will automatically return to the programmed schedule. Programming Quick Clean: 1. Stop the pump if it is running by pressing the Start/Stop button. 2. Press the Quick Clean button.
12 Factory Reset The drive can be reset to factory settings if necessary. A Factory Reset will wipe out all of the saved user settings that have been programmed, except for the time of day. Be sure that it is necessary before performing a Factory Reset, as the results are immediate. To perform a Factory Reset: 1. Stop the pump if necessary by pressing the Start/Stop button. 2. Record all of the custom schedule settings using Table 3.
13 MAINTENANCE DO NOT open the strainer pot if SuperFlo® VS Variable Speed Pump fails to prime or if pump has been operating without water in the strainer pot. Pumps operated in these circumstances may experience a build up of vapor pressure and may contain scalding hot water. Opening the pump may cause serious personal injury.
14 SERVICING Always disconnect power to the SuperFlo® VS Variable Speed Pump at the circuit breaker and disconnect the communication cable before servicing the pump. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury to service people, users or others due to electric shock. Read all servicing instructions before working on the pump. DO NOT open the strainer pot if pump fails to prime or if pump has been operating without water in the strainer pot.
15 DO NOT run the pump dry. If the pump is run dry, the mechanical seal will be damaged and the pump will start leaking. If this occurs, the damaged seal must be replaced. ALWAYS maintain proper water level. If the water level falls below the suction port, the pump will draw air through the suction port, losing the prime and causing the pump to run dry, resulting in a damaged seal.
16 TROUBLESHOOTING Diagnosing certain symptoms may require close interaction with, or in close proximity to, components that are energized with electricity. Contact with electricity can cause death, personal injury, or property damage. When trouble shooting the pump, diagnostics involving electricity should be cared for by a licensed professional. Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Pump failure. Pump will not prime - Air leak, too much air.
17 Troubleshooting (Cont.) Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Pump runs without flow. Impeller is loose Check that pump is spinning by looking at fan on back of SuperFlo VS Variable Speed Pump. If so, check that pump impeller is correctly installed. Air leak Check plumbing connections and verify they are tight. Clogged or restricted plumbing Check for blockage in strainer or suction side piping. Checked for blockage in discharge piping including partially closed valve or dirty pool filter.
18 REPLACEMENT PARTS SuperFlo® VS Variable Speed Pump Replacement Parts List 28 27 26 25 17 16 1 15 2 24 23 22 21 20 19 14 4 18 13 3 12 11 5 6 7 8 9 10 Item No. Part No.
19 Pump Performance Curves SuperFlo® VS Performance Curves for Preset Speeds 100 90 80 Total Dynamic Head in Ft of Water 70 60 50 40 30 Quick Clean / 3450 RPM (230V Only) 20 Speed 1 / 3000 RPM (110/230V) 10 0 Speed 2 / 1400 RPM (110/230V) 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Quick Clean / 3450 RPM (110V Only) Speed 3 / 2200 RPM (110/230V) 70 80 90 100 110 120 Volumetric Flow Rate in Gallons Per Minute Pump Specifications Pump Dimensions Overall Ratings Input Voltage Input Current Input Fr
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