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AQUATIC ECO-SYSTEMS™ SPARUS™ PUMP WITH CONSTANT FLOW TECHNOLOGY I NSTALLATION AND USER’S GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SPARUS Pump with Constant Flow Technology Installation and User’s Guide ™...
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• Never open the inside of the drive motor enclosure. There is a This guide provides installation and operation instructions capacitor bank that holds a 230 VAC charge even when there is no for this product. Consult Pentair with any questions regarding this power to the unit. equipment.
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STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES. Circulation systems operate under high pressure. When any part of the circulating system (i.e. A clearly labeled emergency shut-off switch for the Pentair Water Pool and Spa ® locking ring, pump, filter, valves, etc.) is serviced, IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS pump must be in an easily accessible, obvious place.
PUMP OVERVIEW Motor Features The Sparus Pump with Constant Flow Technology ™ can be programmed to run at specific speeds and time • Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) intervals for maximum operating efficiency and energy • High efficiency (3450 RPM 92% and 1100 RPM conservation for a variety of bodies of water.
INSTALLATION Only a qualified plumbing professional should install the Sparus Pump with Constant Flow Technology. Refer to ™ “Pump Warning And Safety Instructions” on pages ii - iii for additional installation and safety information. Location Be sure the pump location meets the following Before operation, be sure to completely rinse requirements: the pump volute with water.
Electrical Wiring Installation To connect the Sparus Pump with Constant Flow Technology to an AC power source (for non cord ™ connected pumps): 1. Be sure all electrical breakers and switches are turned 7. Bond the motor to the structure in accordance with off before wiring motor.
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Electrical Wiring Installation (Cont.) The Pentair Aquatic Eco-Systems Sparus Pump with Constant Flow Technology is designed to operate on ™ ™ 230 volt ( + /-10%), single-phase, AC power, 50Hz or 60Hz. Note: 230 volts is the ideal input voltage for the Sparus...
OPERATING THE PUMP This Sparus Pump with Constant Flow Technology 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.
Using the Operator Control Panel Use the operator control panel to start and stop the Sparus ™ Pump with Constant Flow Technology, program, set, and change speeds (RPM), and access pump features and 12:15 settings. 1100 RPM Controls and LEDs on Key Pad Speed 1: Press to select Speed 1 (40 GPM).
Pump Operating Modes Stopping and Starting the Pump Starting the Sparus Pump with Constant Flow ™ The pump can be programmed in three different modes: Technology Manual, Schedule, and Egg Timer. 1. Be sure the pump is powered on and the green Speeds 1-4 can be programmed in all three modes.
Operator Control Panel: Pump Menu Guide MENU Press MENU button to access menus SETTINGS Pump Address (1-16) Default: ADDRESS 1 Set Time (hr:mm) Default: 12:00 AM (MM-DD-YYYY) Set Date Set AM/PM AM/PM 24 hr. Temperature Unit Fahrenheit - Default: F° C°...
MENU Set AM/PM or 24 Clock Pump Menu: Settings (1-16) Default: ADDRESS 1 SETTINGS Pump Address Change the time from 12 hour (AM/PM) to 24 hour clock: Set Time (hr:mm) Default: 12:00 AM Pump Address 1. Press Menu. AM/PM Set AM/PM 2.
MENU • Password protection can always be turned off by Pump Menu: Settings Pump Address (1-16) Default: ADDRESS 1 SETTINGS pressing Start/Stop. Set Time (hr:mm) Default: 12:00 AM Set Minimum Speed (RPM) • Password protection cannot be turned back on with Start/Stop while running in manual mode.
MENU Pump Menu: Speeds 1-8 Manual SPEED 1-8 Speed 1 (1-4) Set Speed - Default: MANUAL Schedule Set Speed Set Start Time Pump Operating Modes • Manual: Assigns a speed to one of the four Speed Set Stop Time buttons on the control panel. This mode can only be Egg Timer Set Speed The Sparus...
MENU Pump Menu: Speeds 1-8 Manual SPEED 1-8 Speed 1 (1-4) Set Speed - Default: MANUAL Schedule Set Speed Set Start Time Set Speeds 1-8 in Schedule Mode Set Stop Time 12:15p 12:15p Egg Timer Set Speed In Schedule mode, Speeds 1-8 can be programmed Time Schedule to run a certain speed at a certain time of day.
MENU Pump Menu: Features Time Out Time Out Duration (1 min. to 10 hrs.) Default: 3 hours FEATURES Set Speed (1100 -3450 RPM) Default: 3450 RPM Quick Clean Time Out 9. Use Up or Down arrows to change the speed. Time (1 min.
MENU Pump Menu: Priming PRIMING Default: Enabled DISABLED/ENABLED (1 min. to 30 min. hrs.) Default: 11 minutes MAX PRIMING TIME Priming Features (1 - 100%) Default: 1 PRIMED SENSITIVITY Default: ENABLED DISABLED/ENABLED Allows pump to automatically detect if Sparus Pump with Constant Flow Technology (1 second - 10 minutes) Default: 20 seconds ™...
MENU Pump Menu: Anti Freeze Disabled / Enabled - Default: Enabled ANTI FREEZE DISABLED/ENABLED PRIMING Default: Enabled DISABLED/ENABLED Set Speed (750 RPM - 3450 RPM) Default 1000 RPM SET SPEED (1 min. to 30 min. hrs.) Default: 11 minutes MAX PRIMING TIME To Set Anti Freeze Speed and Pump Temperature: The sensor for Anti Freeze is in the drive, on top of the motor.
MAINTENANCE DO NOT open the strainer pot if pump fails to prime or if pump has been operating without water in the strainer pot. Pumps operated in these circumstances may experience a build up of vapor pressure and may contain scalding hot water. Opening the pump may cause serious personal injury.
SERVICING Always disconnect power to the Sparus Pump with Constant Flow Technology at the circuit breaker and disconnect the ™ communication cable before servicing the pump. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury to service people, users or others due to electric shock.
Pump Reassembly Before installing this product, read and follow all warning notices and instructions on page ii - iii. 1. If installing a replacement shaft seal, use silicone 7. Grease the diffuser O-ring and seal plate gasket sealant on the metal portion before pressing into prior to reassembly.
Drive Assembly Removal and Installation FIRE and BURN HAZARD - The Sparus Pump with Constant Flow Technology motor may run at high temperatures. To reduce ™ the risk of fire, do not allow leaves, debris, or foreign matter to collect around the pump motor. To avoid burns when handling the motor, shut off the motor and allow it to cool for 20 minutes before trying to work on it.
Alerts and Warnings • Overheat Alert The Sparus Pump with Constant Flow Technology ™ displays all alarms and warnings on the control panel If the drive temperature gets above 54.4° C (130° F) display. When an alarm or warning condition exists, the the pump will slowly reduce speed until the over corresponding light will be lit on the display.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Pump failure. Pump will not prime - Air leak in suction. Check suction piping and valve glands on any suction PRIME ERROR may be displayed. gate valves. Secure lid on pump strainer pot and be (For alert display messages, sure lid gasket is in place.
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Troubleshooting, Continued Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Inadequate circulation. Filter or pump basket dirty. Check trap basket; if plugged, turn pump off and clean basket. (For alert display messages, refer to Alerts and Warning Check and clean filters. on page 20). Increase piping size.
REPLACEMENT PARTS Item Item DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Number Number 350107 SCREW 10-24 X 3 1/4 IN. PH MS 18-8 SS (QTY 357150 CLAMP CAM & RAMP, BLACK 350142 SPACER CAP (QTY 3) 357151 LID SEE THROUGH SPARUS 350108 DRIVE GASKET 357156 LID CHEMICAL RESISTANT (BAQUACIL®...
Agency Materials List Wetted Contact Material Type Including Part Description Part No. Area in Metal Alloy Volute 357157 Polypropylene Seal Plate 357158SS Polypropylene Seal Plate Inserts 353083 0.01 316 Stainless Steel for Diffuser Diffuser 072928SS Polypropylene Diffuser Bushing 353082 3.75 316 Stainless Steel Insert Drain Plug...
Operator Control Panel: Quick Reference Guide MENU Press MENU button to access menus SETTINGS Pump Address (1-16) Default: ADDRESS 1 (hr:mm) Default: 12:00 AM Set Time (MM-DD-YYYY) Set Date Set AM/PM AM/PM 24 hr. Temperature Unit Fahrenheit - Default: F° C°...
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