Summary of Contents for Pentair STA-RITE INTELLIFLOXF VSF
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INTELLIFLO INTELLIPRO VARIABLE SPEED AND FLOW PUMP INSTALLATION AND USER’S GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
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This guide provides installation and operation instructions for this pump. • The pump is not submersible. Consult Pentair with any questions regarding this equipment. • The pump is capable of high flow rates; use caution when installing and Attention Installer: This guide contains important information about the programming to limit pumps performance potential with old or questionable installation, operation and safe use of this product.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS HAZARDOUS PRESSURE: STAND CLEAR OF PUMP TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY DUE TO SUCTION ENTRAPMENT HAZARD: AND FILTER DURING START UP. Circulation systems operate under high pressure. When • A properly installed and secured ANSI/ASME A112.19.8 approved anti- any part of the circulating system (i.e.
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External Control can be programmed to run at a speed or a constant ® Most Pentair automation systems and IntelliComm flow rate over set time intervals for maximum operating Communication Centers can remotely control the efficiency and energy conservation for a variety of IntelliFlo VSF pump.
4. For most installations Pentair recommends installing a For installation instructions refer to the Keypad valve on both the pump suction and return lines so that Relocation Kit Installation Instructions provided with the pump can be isolated during routine maintenance.
POWER Drive Wiring LINE TERMINALS. Connection Pentair offers 2-Pole 20 Amp GFCI breakers (P/N PA220GF) which offer personnel protection while 1/2” NPT meeting 2008 to current NEC Standards for Pool Conduit Port Pumps.
VSF Variable Speed and Flow Pump, are compatible with Pentair Automation Systems. An RS-485 communication cable is provided with the pump and will be used to connect the pump to a Pentair automation system. Refer to the automation system manual for further details on how to connect and use the system with your variable speed pump.
OPERATING THE PUMP NOTE: When setting up the IntelliFloXF VSF Variable Speed and Flow Pump, the user must set the pump’s internal clock and ® establish an operation schedule by following the steps in this manual. Please refer to user’s guide sections: Set Time (page 10) and Set Programs 1-8 in Schedule Mode (page 15) to schedule a time to run the pump.
Using the Operator Control Panel ® Use the operator control panel to start and stop the IntelliFloXF Key Lockout Icon VSF Variable Speed and Flow Pump, set, and change programs, and access pump features and settings. Controls and LEDs on Keypad 12:15p Button 1: Press to select Program 1 (750 RPM).
Pump Operating Modes Stopping and Starting the Pump The IntelliFloXF ® VSF Variable Speed and Flow Pump Starting the Pump can be programmed in three different modes: 1. Be sure the pump is powered on and the green Manual, Schedule y Egg Timer. Programs 1-4 can be power LED is on.
Operator Control Panel: Pump Menu Guide MENU Press MENU button to access menus SETTINGS Date Date and Time Months (1-12) Days (1-31) (pages 10-13) Years (2010-2100 Plus) Time Hours (24hr Mode: 0-23) (12hr Mode: 1-12 AM & PM) Minutes (0-60) Hour Format AM/PM - Default: AM/PM 24 Hour...
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Operator Control Panel: Pump Menu Guide (cont.) MENU TREE CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE Program 1 EXT CONTROL Type (Speed / Flow) Default: Speed Enabled - Default Set Speed or Flow - Default: 750 RPM (page 16) Stop Delay (0 min. to 10 min.) Default: 0 Minutes Pump Off Program 2 Type (Speed / Flow) Default: Speed...
MENU 7. Press the Up or Down arrows to edit the minimum speed setting from 450 to 1700 RPM. Pump Menu: Settings SETTINGS 8. Press Save to save. To cancel, press Back to exit edit mode without saving. Set Date and Time 9.
Set Maximum System Pressure MENU The maximum pressure can be set using the drive, so that Pump Menu: Settings the pump does not exceed a set system pressure level SETTINGS when it is asked to do a high power job, or if the system changes during normal operation.
3. Use the Up or Down arrows and scroll to “Device”. Press Select. Use this setting if your pump is connected via the RS-485 COM port to a Pentair automation system. 4. Use the Up or Down arrows to scroll to “Select Language". Press Select.
9. Press the Left or Right arrows to move cursor and MENU press the Up or Down arrow to change the password number to desired setting. Pump Menu: Settings SETTINGS 10. Press Save to save. To cancel any changes, press Back to exit without saving.
Set Programs in Manual Mode MENU (Programs 1-4 Only) 1. Press Menu. Pump Menu: Programs 1-8 PROGRAM 1-8 2. Use Up or Down arrows to scroll to “Program 1-8”, Pump Operating Modes then press Select. This pump can be programmed in three different 3.
MENU Pump Menu: Programs 1-8 PROGRAM 1-8 Programming Schedule for Constant Run Set Programs 1-8 in Schedule Mode Two programs cannot be programmed with the same In Schedule mode, Programs 1-8 can be programmed start and stop times. To run a program without stopping, to run a certain speed or flow at a certain time of day.
MENU Pump Menu: External EXT CONTROL Control External Control This function is for programming speeds or flows that 6. Use the Up or Down arrow to scroll to "Set will run when the IntelliComm ® Communication Center Type". Press Select. sends it a command.
7. Press Save to save the speed or flow setting. MENU 8. Press the Down arrow and press Select for “Time Pump Menu: Features Duration”. FEATURES 9. The cursor will highlight the minutes column. Use Time Out Up or Down arrows to change the time from 1 minute to 10 hours.
MENU Pump Menu: Priming PRIMING Priming Features Default: ENABLED Disabled/Enabled Allows IntelliFloXF ® VSF Variable Speed and Flow Pump to automatically detect if pump if is primed for startup. The pump will speed up to 1800 RPM and pause for three (3) seconds - if there is enough water in the basket, the pump will go out of priming mode and run the commanded speed.
MENU 14. Press the Down arrow to scroll to “Loss of Prime”. 15. The factory default is “Enabled“. To disable, press Pump Menu: Priming PRIMING Select to edit and use the Down arrow to scroll to "Disabled". Press Save. Setting Priming Features 16.
MENU Pump Menu: Thermal Mode THERMAL MODE The sensor for Thermal Mode is in the drive, on top of To Set Thermal Mode Speed/Flow and Pump the motor. This feature allows you to set a speed (450- Temperature: 3450 RPM) or flow (20-140 GPM) that runs when the Note: Thermal Mode features are only accessible if ®...
MAINTENANCE DO NOT open the strainer pot if IntelliFloXF VSF Variable Speed and Flow 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.
The pump impeller may have sharp edges that damaged if not handled with care. could potentially cut or scratch the user’s hands. Ceramic & Pentair recommends that safety gloves be worn when holding the impeller Rubber Half: during disassembly and reassembly. Spring Half:...
40 in-lbs. The pump impeller may have sharp edges that could potentially cut or scratch the user's hands. Pentair recommends that safety gloves be worn when holding the impeller during disassembly and reassembly.
Drive Assembly Removal and Installation FIRE and BURN HAZARD - The pump motor may run at a 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 servicing.
Internal Error Indicates that the self-monitoring motor control software has encountered an error. Clear the alarm and restart the pump. If this alarm persists, contact Pentair Technical Service at 1-800-831-7133. Speed Limit (Warning) The pump has detected that it has met the maximum allowed speed set in the Min/Max menu. The pump will continue to run, but it will not achieve the desired speed.
Troubleshooting Chart Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Pump failure. Pump will not prime - Air leak in suction. Check suction piping and valve glands on any PRIME ERROR may be displayed. suction gate valves. Secure lid on pump strainer pot (For alert display and be sure lid gasket is in place.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Control panel LCD screen Loose drive wiring connection. Check the connection between the drive and keypad. displays sporadically or See image on page 3. The drive wiring connection flickers on/off. should be tight. Mechanical troubles and The pump motor is running but with loud noise.
Operator Control Panel: Pump Menu Quick Reference Guide MENU Press MENU button to access menus SETTINGS Date and Time Date Months (1-12) Days (1-31) (pages 10-13) Years (2010-2100 Plus) Time Hours (24hr Mode: 0-23) (12hr Mode: 1-12 AM & PM) Minutes (0-60) Hour Format AM/PM - Default: AM/PM...
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Operator Control Panel: Pump Menu Quick Reference Guide (cont.) MENU TREE CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE Program 1 EXT CONTROL Type (Speed / Flow) Default: Speed Enabled - Default Set Speed or Flow - Default: 750 RPM (page 16) Stop Delay (0 min. to 10 min.) Default: 0 Minutes Pump Off Program 2 Type (Speed / Flow) Default: Speed...
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