Pentair INTELLIFLO VSF Series Quick Start Manual page 5

GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION
WARNING — Pumps improperly sized or installed or used in applications other than for which the pump
was intended can result in severe personal injury or death. These risks may include but not
be limited to electric shock, fire, flooding, suction entrapment or severe injury or property
damage caused by a structural failure of the pump or other system component
WARNING — The pump can produce high levels of suction within the suction side of the plumbing system.
These high levels of suction can pose a risk if a person comes within the close proximity of
the suction openings. A person can be seriously injured by this high level of vacuum or may
become trapped and drown. It is absolutely critical that the suction plumbing be installed
in accordance with the latest national and local codes for swimming pools.
WARNING — In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case
supplementary mitigation measures may be required.
WARNING — Do not install on IT (insulated terra) mains network (marine applications)
WARNING — Fitting a non-return valve after the pump on installation will prevent the impeller from
unwinding and is strongly recommended.
NOTE — If required by local building codes, the pump is to be supplied by an isolating transformer or supplied
through a residual current device (RCD) having a residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA.
NOTE — Use RCD/GFCI type A or B.
• These instructions contain information for a variety of pump models and therefore some instructions may
not apply to a specific model. All models are intended for use in swimming pool applications. The pump
will function correctly only if it is properly sized to the specific application and properly installed.
GENERAL WARNINGS
• Never open the inside or the motor enclosure. There is a capacitor bank that holds a 230 VAC charge even
when there is no power to the unit.
• The IntelliFlo® VSF pump is not submersible
• The IntelliFlo® VSF pump is capable of 35 m3/hr or 30 meters of head; use caution when installing and
programming to limit pumps performance potential with old or questionable equipment
• Code requirements for the electrical connection differ from state to state. Install equipment in accordance
with all applicable local codes and ordinances.
• Always Press the Stop button and disconnect the communication cable before performing maintenance
• Sufficient equipotential bonding (min. 4.5mm2 recommended), in accordance with local regulation, is
required on all metal components of the pool including the pool pump. It is required for electrical safety
as well as to reduce the risk of corrosion.
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