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LifeStar® VS is easily installed either as a programmable stand-alone pump or with a Hayward or third party controller and features an easy-to-use digital control interface that can be mounted in four different positions on the pump or removed and mounted on the wall for total user convenience.
CAUTION – All electrical wiring MUST be in conformance with all applicable local codes, regulations, and the National Electric Code (NEC). USE OF NON-HAYWARD REPLACEMENT PARTS VOIDS WARRANTY. ATTENTION INSTALLER - THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND SAFE USE OF THIS VARIABLE SPEED PUMP THAT MUST BE FURNISHED TO THE END USER OF THIS PRODUCT.
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WARNING – Suction Entrapment Hazard. Suction in suction outlets and/or suction outlet covers, which are damaged, broken, cracked, missing, or unsecured cause severe injury and/or death due to the following entrapment hazards. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com...
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It is also necessary to allow the motor to cool for at least 20 minutes prior to maintenance to minimize the risk for burns. WARNING – Failure to install according to defined instructions may result in severe personal injury or death. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com...
Fully programmable with a self-contained 24-hour clock and up to 8 custom speed and timer functions For enhanced management, the LifeStar® VS can be controlled by Hayward or third party control platforms without the need for additional accessories ...
Select a well-drained area that will not flood when it rains. Do NOT install pump and filter in a damp or non-ventilated location. Keep motor clean. Pump motors require free circulation of air for cooling. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com...
PTFE tape, re-wrap with one to two additional layers of PTFE tape, and re-install connector. 2. Fittings (elbows, tees, valves, etc.) restrict flow. For better efficiency, use the fewest possible fittings. Avoid fittings that could cause an air trap. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com...
(except gas piping), and conduit within 5 ft. (1.5 m) of inside walls of the water structure. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com...
1. LifeStar® VS pumps can operate by itself in Stand-Alone Mode using its built-in programmable timers. 2. LifeStar® VS pumps can communicate and be controlled by a variety of Hayward controls. See Section 5.3 for more information regarding connecting the LifeStar® VS pump and Hayward controls.
The cable being used may be up to 500 feet in length. 7. Mount the user interface to the wall mount plate using the two screws. (Figure 4.12-3) 8. Apply power to the system and resume normal operation. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com...
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The following diagrams help illustrate the interface wall mounting procedure. Figure 4.12-1: Removing the Digital Control Interface for Wall Mounting Figure 4.12-2: Adding the Blank Cover USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com 1-888-HAY-INDL (1-888-429-4635) IS3401VSPFC Rev A 12/08/14...
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Power/Motor Wiring 5.1 for diagram. 4. If the pump will be controlled using a Hayward pool control, connect a two-conductor cable as shown in the Error! Reference source not found. diagram. See section 5.3. 5. If the pump will be controlled using relay contacts from an external control, connect the INP1-INP3 and 12VAC power out terminals to the external relays as shown in the External Relay Speed Control Wiring diagram.
6-position terminal block connectors for wiring connection to display and motor drive board taking care to note the wire colors and corresponding numbers next to the connectors. Do not connect to the upper input terminals shown as light gray above. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com...
Note: For software compatible Hayward Controls Only Figure 5.3-1 The LifeStar® VS pump can communicate with and be controlled by Hayward controls such as OmniLogic™, ProLogic®, E-Command® 4, and OnCommand®. Minimum software revision requirements: OmniLogic R1.0.0, ProLogic 3.00, OnCommand 1.00, E-Command 2.65, E-Command 4 2.80, AquaLogic 2.65, and AquaPlus 2.65.
5.4. External Relay Speed Control Wiring (For remote selection of pump speed) Note: For third party controls and Hayward controls that are NOT software compatible. Figure 5.4-1 Connection wire must be rated for a minimum of 300V. See section 6.6.Error! Reference source not found.
1. Have a professional perform this test. 2. Ensure all Hayward pump and system components are removed from system prior to performing test. WARNING – If circulation equipment must remain in the plumbing system during water pressure test, do not apply more than 10 psi pressure to the system.
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If pump does NOT prime within 15 minutes, stop motor and determine cause. Be sure all suction and discharge valves are open when pump is running. See Troubleshooting Guide. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com...
5. Quick Clean: QUICK CLEAN is a mode intended for use when the water vessel will be cleaned with a suction side vacuum. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com...
Input Voltage Status d. Motor Current e. Power Usage f. Drive/Heat sink Temperatures g. Comm Bus Status h. Event Log (if applicable) USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com 1-888-HAY-INDL (1-888-429-4635) IS3401VSPFC Rev A 12/08/14...
Configuration menu. If a mistake is made when entering the password, pressing Stop/Resume will cancel the action. If the pump is being controlled by a Hayward or third party control, the pump display can be locked by the password, however, the pump will respond to any and all commands being sent from the pool control.
Adjust day/time setting Set Day and Time < > Move to next selection, then to next menu item Thursday 1:27p USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com 1-888-HAY-INDL (1-888-429-4635) IS3401VSPFC Rev A 12/08/14 Pg. 22 of 36...
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Move to next menu item 1000 (600-3450rpm) Note: The pump can be controlled by a Hayward control through the Comm Bus, or by a third party control using relay contacts to select speeds set in the Timer Menu. When communicating with Hayward controls other than OmniLogic, a bus address must be chosen for the pump.
Use to choose days of operation for timer Choose Days < > Move to next menu item 7D 7 days a week > USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com 1-888-HAY-INDL (1-888-429-4635) IS3401VSPFC Rev A 12/08/14...
Note: Preset Speed settings can also be quickly updated without entering the Speeds Menu using the + and - arrow buttons to change the speed and then pressing the > button to save the new speed setting. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com...
Heat sink: 32ºC Display showing Comm Bus communication Comm Bus: Online status status between the motor drive and Hayward HUA: 10-00-00-00-55 control, control and pump address for communication. Event log Use + to view event log...
Quick Clean 3200 rpm for 60 min; Quick Clean Press resume to end. Note: The above message will be displayed while Quick Clean is running. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com 1-888-HAY-INDL (1-888-429-4635) IS3401VSPFC Rev A 12/08/14...
Keep motor clean. Insure motor air vents are free from obstruction to avoid damage. Do NOT use water to hose off motor. Occasionally, shaft seals must be replaced, due to wear or damage. Replace with genuine Hayward seal assembly kit. See “Shaft Seal Change Instructions” in this manual.
4. To prevent the motor shaft from turning, secure using a 5/16” hex wrench in the socket on the motor shaft. 5. Rotate the impeller screw (item #10) clockwise (note that screw has left-hand thread) and remove. Remove the impeller (item #12) by rotating counterclockwise. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com...
15. Fasten assembly to pump/strainer housing (item #3) using the six (6) 5/16" x 2" bolts (item #17). (Be sure housing gasket (item #14) is in place, and lubricated. Replace if damaged). Tighten bolts alternately and evenly to 185 inch-pounds according to housing bolt torque pattern detail. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com...
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Take care to ensure that the motor leads are not pinched between the drive enclosure and the motor during assembly. The drive mounting screws must be tightened to 30 inch-pounds. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com...
Diffuser 1AX3SESZ1 Impeller Screw ---------- Impeller Ring 1AX3SES20C Impeller with Impeller Screw 1AX3SESSA Shaft Seal Assembly 1AX3SEST Housing O-Ring USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com 1-888-HAY-INDL (1-888-429-4635) IS3401VSPFC Rev A 12/08/14 Pg. 32 of 36...
NOTE - Any self-priming pump will not prime if there are suction air leaks. Leaks will result in bubbles emanating from the return fittings. 3. Leaking O-ring or packing glands on valves. Tighten, repair, or replace the valves. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com...
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1. Make sure the terminal board connections agree with the wiring diagram on the pump data plate label. 2. Check for and correct any improper or loose wiring connections. 3. Install noise filter (from automation/power line communication equipment vendor) to prevent equipment interference. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hayward Flow Control www.haywardflowcontrol.com 1-888-HAY-INDL (1-888-429-4635) IS3401VSPFC Rev A 12/08/14 Pg.
If the troubleshooting steps listed above do not help to resolve the error condition, then the problem may be internal to the motor/drive. Contact Hayward Technical Service at (908) 355-7995 for additional assistance.
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. The warranty set forth above is the only warranty applicable to Hayward products and in no event shall Hayward be liable for any delay, work stoppage, cartage, shipping, loss of use of equipment, loss of time, inconvenience, loss of profits of any direct or indirect incidental resulting from or attributable to a breach of warranty.
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