Vernacare Vortex Technical Manual page 7

Note: The machine should not be switched off at the mains supply in mid-cycle except in
case of emergency, as this will impair the effective operation of the machine and may
cause damage to the components.
1.4.1 Motor
1.1 KW; 3 Phase; 220-240v 50Hz/ 380-420v 50Hz; IP55; D90 frame size. Rating at peak
load 4.57 amps (nominal).
1.4.2 Invertor
AC invertor with either 110v or 230v supply voltage, 230v motor output and utilising
current monitoring.
1.4.3 Pump
0.27 kW; 24vdc; 50 cycles. 40 l/min at 5 lbs/in². Protected by a 5 amp fuse.
1.5 Water requirements
Inlet supply: Cold water ONLY with flow rate of 18 l/min (4 gals/min) nominal.
Nominal overall usage; 25 litres (+/- 10%) per cycle.
1.6 Drainage
A 2 inch/ 50mm P Trap compression fitting to be connected either directly, or via a
swept bend, to a standard 2in/50mm drain pipe with a 1 in 25 or suitable fall into a
soil drain.
A 1 1/4 inch/32mm tank connector is supplied, which should be used to connect
the water tank warning pipe to a separate drain line, according to the relevant
water regulations.
A standard warning pipe installation kit is available. Contact Vernacare Customer
Care Department for details.
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