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Pentair IntelliFlo VF Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1 IntelliFlo VF Variable Flow ® Swimming Pool Pump Quick-Start Guide Step-by-step instructions for easy set-up and operation...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents PAGE 1 Before You Get Started 2 The Performance Secret 3 Safety Warnings 4 Control Panel 7-8 Stand-Alone Set-Up 9 Priming 10 Filter Settings 11 Turnover/Cycles per Day 13 Start/Stop Cycles 14 Features Menu 15 Enabling Features 16 Modulated Output 17 Backwash Mode 18 Vacuum Mode...

  • Page 3: Before You Get Started

    • Monitor filter pressure and alert when filter needs cleaning • Shut down within one second of sensing suction blockage A few simple commands enable the IntelliFlo VF pump to deliver the exact flow needed for a variety of tasks, automatically adjusting as needed.
  • Page 4 That’s how the pump is always able to maintain the most efficient flow possible. While the IntelliFlo VF pump is incredibly advanced, it’s easy to install and program. This guide will lead you through the set-up process. Let’s get started!

  • Page 5: Safety Warnings

    Warnings Before you begin programming, please read the important safety warnings below. • Never go inside the drive enclosure. The capacitor bank holds a 230 volt charge, even if there is no power to the unit. • Do not submerse the IntelliFlo VF Variable Flow Pump.

  • Page 6: Control Panel

    Control Panel IntelliFlo Pump Quick-Start Guide ®...
  • Page 7 Filter/LED – Starts Filter mode. Feature 1 – Starts Feature 1 mode. The LED is on when Filter mode is active. The LED is lit when mode is active. Vacuum/LED – Starts Vacuum mode. Feature 2 – Starts Feature 2 mode. The LED is on when Vacuum mode is active.
  • Page 8 IntelliFlo Pump Quick-Start Guide ®...

  • Page 9: Stand-Alone Set-Up

    Manual Mode is used for first-time programming, service and testing, or when ever you need to quickly measure or set flow rates for equipment and features. (Please refer to page 9 of the IntelliFlo VF Variable Flow Pump Installation and User’s Guide.) Note: Before initial IntelliFlo VF pump programming, set system valves for your pool circulation mode.
  • Page 10 Pool Volume Press to enter Pool Volume menu. Press to scroll to Pool Volume. Pool volume is expressed in 1000s of gallons. Enter volume as accurately as possible, as IntelliFlo VF Variable Flow Pump uses this information to maximize operational efficiency. ®...

  • Page 11: Priming

    60 to 90 seconds. Important: The IntelliFlo VF pump will prime every time it starts. If the priming flow is set too high, equipment damage could occur. If set too low, the pump will not Setting Priming GPM prime.

  • Page 12: Filter Settings

    Setting Priming Time Press to access Max Priming Time. Press to select digit to modify. Change values by pressing When value is set, press to confirm value and save changes. Enter Note: The “System Priming Time” menu should only be used when excessive amounts of air need to be evacuated from the system.

  • Page 13: Turnover/Cycles Per Day

    Turnovers Per Day Press to scroll to Turnovers. This setting establishes number of times the entire volume of water will turn over per day. One turn per day is recommended for energy conservation and for most common pool requirements. This setting can also be modified to easily increase system flow if required for more effective skimming.
  • Page 15 Set Time. Make sure to set AM/PM correctly. The pump can store the correct time for up to 96 hours after power is shut off. After 96 hours, the IntelliFlo VF pump’s clock must be reset. Adjusting Screen Contrast Press to scroll to Contrast.

  • Page 16: Features Menu

    Features 1 and 2 Press to scroll to Features menu (Features are found in the Time/Cont menu). Features 1 and 2 allow manual operation of assigned water features with a range of 0-600 minutes each. For example, Feature 1 can be assigned to Spa operation, and Feature 2 to the Automatic Cleaner.

  • Page 17: Enabling Features

    Features 3 – 9 Features 3 through 9 enable you to assign additional water features for timed operation. These features are fully controlled by IntelliFlo VF Variable Flow ® Pump’s internal clock. You will need to program a flow rate and start/stop time for each feature.

  • Page 18: Modulated Output

    Modulated Output The Modulated Output feature automatically increases pump flow to allow the (M.O. Flo) system heater to check the water temp and switch on if necessary. This feature also allows flow control flexibility if filter cycle flow is less than needed for certain devices. M.O.

  • Page 19: Backwash Mode

    Backwash The Backwash mode is initiated by pressing the Backwash button. (The Backwash button doubles for rinse during operation.) A Rinse cycle is automatically executed after the Backwash cycle. The IntelliFlo VF Variable Flow ® Pump will display a “Filter Warning” or “Service System Soon” message when the filter needs to be cleaned.

  • Page 20: Vacuum Mode

    Setting Backwash Press to select Backwash Duration. Press to access setting. Duration Press to select digit to modify. Change values by pressing When value is set, press to confirm value and save changes. Enter Setting Rinse Press to select Rinse Duration. Duration Press to access setting.
  • Page 21 Setting Vacuum Flow Press to select Vacuum menu. Press to access Vacuum Flow. Press to access setting. Press to select digit to modify. Change values by pressing When value is set, press to confirm value and save changes. Enter Setting Vacuum Press to select Vacuum Duration.
  • Page 22 Features – Alerts/Alarms/Suction Blockage Service System Soon Occurs when pump discharge pressure has reached programmed clean filter Alert pressure. Yellow warning LED will stay on until backwash cycle is run. Over Voltage Alarm Occurs in any mode when voltage spikes. Under Voltage Alarm Occurs in any mode when voltage drops below 170 volts.
  • Page 24 User’s Guide, P/N 350075. This manual can be viewed and downloaded at www.pentairpool.com. All Pentair trademarks and logos are owned by Pentair or one of its global affiliates. Pentair Aquatic Systems™, IntelliTouch® and IntelliFlo® are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Pentair Water Pool and Spa, Inc.

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