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Operating Instructions
WARNING: Failure to follow these instructions and comply with all
applicable codes may cause serious bodily injury and/or property damage.
This pump requires professional expertise for installation and
maintenance. The installation of this product therefore should be carried
out by a person knowledgable in swimming pool plumbing requirements
and who follows the installation instructions provided in this manual.
Please pass these instructions on to the operator of this equipment.
ProMaster
Premium VSD400
Installation and
Model: PM400PV
®

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  • Page 1 ProMaster ® Premium VSD400 Installation and Operating Instructions Model: PM400PV WARNING: Failure to follow these instructions and comply with all applicable codes may cause serious bodily injury and/or property damage. This pump requires professional expertise for installation and maintenance. The installation of this product therefore should be carried out by a person knowledgable in swimming pool plumbing requirements and who follows the installation instructions provided in this manual.
  • Page 2 Congratulations on the purchase of a quality product from the Davey Water Products range of Pool and Spa Equipment. You are assured of many years of reliable and super-efficient performance from your Davey ProMaster VSD400 pump. Read these instructions in their entirety before switching on this pump. If...
  • Page 3 Many pool products rely on particular minimum flow rates for best operation and/or efficiency. If you are using low flow settings on the ProMaster pump (e.g. speed 1 to 4) Davey recommends that you check the compatibility of the speed or minimum flow rate required to run specific pool equipment such as: •...
  • Page 4: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications: Model PM400PV Head (m) Speed 1 to 10 From – 1,050 to 3,100 Backwash Speed – Variable Enclosure Class (IP) Insulation Class Voltage (V) 220/240 AC Supply Frequency (Hz) 50/60 Speed Setting 1 - 120W / 0.16 hp Speed Setting 5 - 660W / 0.89 hp Motor Input Power (W / hp) Speed Setting 10 –...
  • Page 5 Power Connection Davey ProMaster is suitable for connection to a nominal 240 volt 50Hz power supply and is equipped with a flex and 3 pin plug. If a power outlet is not available within 3 metres of the pump, a 3 pin power point in a safe, dry place may need to be provided by an electrician.
  • Page 6: Pipe Connection

    Pipe Connection Barrel unions are provided for connecting to the piping from the pool. The pumps are designed to accept 40mm/50mm PVC fittings. When plumbing the discharge pipe, ensure that the pipework does not interfere with the pumps speed dial. The use of any pipe smaller than those specified above is not recommended.
  • Page 7 Low Energy Operation: Your ProMaster Premium VSD pump has speed settings from 1,050 to 3,100rpm: - 1,050 – Lowest Speed, 1 - 3,100 – Highest Speed, 10 - Variable – Backwash Speed • Speed 1 provides the lowest speed and therefore the greatest energy efficiency and savings.
  • Page 8: Features & Functionality

    Features & Functionality Your ProMaster Premium VSD 400 pool pump has several operational features. The following explain each of these. • For running the pump at full speed (Boost) for a pre-determined time for every hour of operation Selectable times are 5, 10 & 15 minutes cycles via dip switch settings under the motor cover or via RJ45 digital input.
  • Page 9 For receiving a signal from a Heat Pump or Gas Heater to ramp the VSD pump speed to full during the heating process Service diagnostics and software updates (For Davey use only) • When in backwash mode the pump will cycle between a low and high...
  • Page 10: Advanced Setup

    Advanced Setup External AUX Connections Overview Your ProMaster Premium has an RJ45 style waterproof socket to allow for external control of motor speed and other functionality. A standard RJ45 network cable (without boot) can be used. Simply remove the connector from one end and feed the cable back through the waterproof housing.
  • Page 11 Check that the cable you use has the above colour coding pins 1 through to 8. If an alternative colour coding has been used make sure to record the colour which corresponds to each pin to avoid misconnection at the pool controller or heater.
  • Page 12 WARNING shown below. Promaster Premium VSD400 can be controlled by other equipment to turn it on to high speed (or any other preset speeds, contact Davey for details). This is to achieve maximum efficiency, for example, when using a gas heater, or a heat pump.
  • Page 13 DC Ground Controlling Equipment RS485 RS485 inputs are reserved for Davey service connection and software updates. As an alternative to using digital inputs, boost cycle time can be changed via internal PCB board with DIP switches. (Please contact your nearest...
  • Page 14 Using your ProMaster Premium VSD pump with a Davey Salt Water Chlorinator Davey ChloroMatic, EcoSalt & EcoMineral salt water chlorinators require a minimum flow rate of 80 litres per minute (lpm) through the chlorinator cell for best efficiency and cell life. Please refer to the performance graph below as a reference for the flow in your pool and refer to the pressure indicated by the gauge on the media or cartridge filter.
  • Page 15: Operating Your Suction Pool Cleaner

    3. Select the speed setting that enables best performance from your suction pool cleaner. Speed 3 to 7 should be ample for most cleaners, however if the cleaner requires better performance, select speeds 7 to 10. A Davey PoolSweepa suction pool cleaner is recommended to run between speeds 2 to 3.
  • Page 16 5. Check the strainer basket for cracks, replace the strainer basket in the pump if OK. 6. Replace the lid and ensure that it seals on the large rubber o-ring. Firm hand tightness only is required. The o-ring & thread can be lubricated with Hydra slip or equivalent products.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Trouble Shooting If the pump runs but there is no water flow or water flow is reduced, the following condition may apply: 1. The filter requires backwashing or it is blocked. Refer to the relevant section in the Filter Manual. 2.
  • Page 18: Water Quality

    Removal of the Pump from Pipework Should it be necessary to remove the pump, follow these instructions: 1. Switch off the power and remove the plug from the power source. NOTE: If the pump is wired into a time clock or another automatic 2.
  • Page 19 AN AUTHORISED ELECTRICIAN. DANGER - Hazardous suction. Do not block water entry into trap hair or body parts, causing severe injury or death. Do not block suction. Turn off pump immediately if someone becomes trapped. Caution! Do not add chemicals directly to the pool skimmer. Adding Routine Maintenance tasks - to maximise the life of your pool equipment a.
  • Page 20 Customer Service line on 1300 367 866 in Australia, or 0800 654 333 in New Zealand, or send a written letter to Davey at the address listed below. On receipt of your claim, how to have your Davey product repaired, obtain a replacement or a refund.

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