Operating The Pump; Priming The Pump - Pentair IntelliFloXF Installation And User Manual

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OPERATING THE PUMP

NOTE: Speed 1 is the default filtration speed. When setting up the IntelliFloXF
pump's internal clock and establish an operation schedule by following the steps in this manual. Please refer to user's guide
sections: 'Set Time' (page 8) and 'Set Speeds 1-8 in Schedule Mode' (page 12) to schedule a time to run the pump.
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 maximum speed when the pump is powered on for the first time, and the
start/stop button is pressed. To change the maximum speed of the pump, refer to page 9.
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. Stand clear of the filter or other pressurized vessels.

Priming the Pump

Prime the pump before starting the pump for the first time.
To avoid permanent damage to the pump, remove the lid
and fill the basket with water. The pump basket must be
filled with water before initial start up or after servicing.
Follow the steps below to prime the pump for start up:
1. Press Start/Stop to stop the pump. Disconnect the
pump main power supply and communication cable.
2. Close all gate valves in suction and discharge
pipes. Relieve all pressure from the system.
3. Remove the pump lid and locking ring.
4. Fill the pump strainer pot with water.
5. Reassemble the pump lid and locking ring onto the
strainer basket. The pump is now ready to prime.
6. Open the filter air relief valve and stand clear of
the filter.
7. Connect power to the pump. Be sure green power
light is on.
8. Press Start/Stop to start the pump. The pump will
enter into priming mode (if enabled) and speed up
to the maximum speed set in the pump menu
settings.
9. When water comes out of the filter air relief valve,
close the valve. The system should now be free of
air and recirculating water to and from the pool.
10. Do not allow your pump to run longer than 30
minutes time without developing full flow. If the
pump does not prime, check your priming settings
on the control panel or see the "Troubleshooting"
section on pages 24-25.
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 in your pool (half way up
skimmer opening). If the water level falls below the skimmer opening, the pump will draw air through the skimmer,
losing the prime and causing the pump to run dry, resulting in a damaged seal. Continued operation in this manner
could cause a loss of pressure, resulting in damage to the pump case, impeller and seal and may cause property
damage and personal injury.
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Variable Speed Pump Installation and User's Guide
Variable Speed Pump, the user must set the
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Lid
Volute
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Priming Features
The default priming setting is ENABLED.
The pump also allows you to set the following from
the operator control panel:
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Maximum priming time
•
Maximum and Minimum speed
•
Priming sensitivity (1-100%)
•
Priming delay
Set up instructions on page 14.
Do not add chemicals to the system directly in
front of pump suction. Adding undiluted chemicals
may damage the pump and will void the warranty.
This is a variable speed pump. Typically the
lower speeds are used for filtration and heating.
The higher speeds can be used for spa jets,
water features, and priming.
Locking Ring