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- Page 1 VFB-HM80 HORIZONTAL MULTISTAGE PUMP INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 2 THANK YOU That’s why Vada is dedicated Thank you for purchasing the Vada Flow Boss Horizontal Multistage to creating pump solutions Pump VFB-HM80! Record the product details here and leave with the owner. that you can count on. With Date purchased:...
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Page 3: Know Your Product
VFB-HM80 VFB-HM80 The Vada Flow Boss VFB-HM80 is a self-priming Horizontal Multistage Pump that combines the • Optimal operating range: 28–37 metres head, 34–50 litres per minute functional benefits of a centrifugal pump and the practical benefits of a self-priming pump. - Page 4 KNOW YOUR PRODUCT INTERPRETING THE APC VFB-APC VFB-APC The Vada Flow Boss Auto Pressure Control VFB-APC gives you perfect control of household Green light pressure pumps, guaranteed. Designed with an LED light panel to signal the state of operation, Power on...
- Page 5 The Vada Flow Boss Mechanical Water Switching Unit VFB-MSU25 is a fully automatic mechanical The Vada Flow Boss Digital Water Switching Unit VFB-DSU allows for water source switching between unit that switches between tank and mains water. This device is designed for pressure pump supply tank and mains water.
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Page 6: Preparing For Installation
Domestic Water transfer Irrigation switching pressure (clean water systems (tank/main) systems only) The Vada Flow Boss Horizontal Multistage Pump VFB-HM80 is not suitable for the … Suction Pipe … Discharge pipe … Thread tape … Pump cover following applications: (internal diameter... - Page 7 INSTALLATION Vada Flow Boss Automatic Pressure Control VFB-APC Vada Flow Boss Digital Water Switching Unit VFB-DSU What we’ve supplied: What we’ve supplied: … Vada Flow Boss … 25mm barrel union … Thread tape … Vada Flow Boss … x2 mesh washer …...
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Page 8: Part 1: Pump Location
(non-collapsible), with an internal diameter of 25mm or larger. Note: The length and the diameter of the discharge pipe impacts the pressure and flow rate the VFB-HM80 can deliver. Isolation Note: all components used must have a 25mm Barrel union... -
Page 9: Part 4: Pump Priming
If no leaks are present, proceed. Note: It is crucial that you use the recommended pipe size until at least the first OPEN pipe branch (T piece) is reached. Isolation valve Flow Solid base VADA FLOW BOSS HORIZONTAL MULTISTAGE PUMP VFB-HM80 INSTALLATION MANUAL... - Page 10 Your pump is now CONTROL. primed. Before pump operation ensure there is sufficient water inside the tank. If you are installing the Vada Flow Boss Digital Flow Water Switch for a tank/mains application, skip 25mm barrel union Recommended length to Installation Part 7 on page 23.
- Page 11 15m, adjust the cut-in Follow these steps if you are installing a Mains water in pressure on the VFB-APC. Vada Flow Boss Mechanical Switch for a tank/ mains system. Power on Pump on FLOW BOSS...
- Page 12 Do not operation! Solid level base overtighten. 3. Using a flat head screwdriver, turn the adjustment screw clockwise until you reach the correct pressure (roughly, this will be 3.5 full 360° turns). VADA FLOW BOSS HORIZONTAL MULTISTAGE PUMP VFB-HM80 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 13 In accordance with AS/NZS 3500.1:2003, limitations, you can unscrew the barrel supply. This is marked ‘OUTLET’ on the pipe and outlets connected to the Vada Digital union nut and release the nipple from the unit with an arrow pointing out of the unit 1.
- Page 14 Set up 1: Above Ground Mechanical Water Source Switching outlet. Do not turn on. • Vada Flow Boss Horizontal Multistage Pump VFB-HM80 • Vada Flow Boss Auto Pressure Control VFB-APC • Vada Flow Boss Mechanical Water Switching Unit 25mm VFB-MSU25 To house From mains 25mm isolation...
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Page 15: Operation
Set up 3: Above Ground Digital Water Source Switching Horizontal Multistage Pump 3. Turn the power on at the powerpoint. and Auto Pressure Control/Auto • Vada Flow Boss Horizontal Multistage Pump VFB-HM80 Pressure Control and Mechanical • Vada Flow Boss Digital Water Switching Unit VFB-DSU Water Switching Unit... -
Page 16: Service And Maintenance
Cleaning the in-line filter Turn off power to motor and open isolation valve on the discharge line To avoid a build-up of debris and dirt, Vada remove plug from power outlet to 100%. This will assist with removal of recommends cleaning out the in-line filter before working on pump or motor. -
Page 17: Storing The Pump
(metres) across to flow (litres per minute). For example, in the pump performance curve below, you can see that if the Horizontal Multistage Pump VFB-HM80 has a discharge head between 28–37 metres, then the pump will produce 34–50 l/min. Outlet port Flow (litres per minute) Note: The curve above represents the pump with the VFB-APC. -
Page 18: Technical Information
250kPa / 2.5 bar Min – max water 1°C – 65°C temperature Min – max ambient 1°C – 40°C temperature Supply voltage 1~240V 50Hz Cut-in pressure 150 – 300kPA / 1.5 – 3 bar VADA FLOW BOSS HORIZONTAL MULTISTAGE PUMP VFB-HM80 INSTALLATION MANUAL... - Page 19 100lpm Min mains pressure 1 bar Max water temp 50°C Max operating 10 bar pressure Min – max water 1°C – 40°C temperature Min – max ambient 1°C – 40°C temperature VADA FLOW BOSS HORIZONTAL MULTISTAGE PUMP VFB-HM80 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
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Page 20: Troubleshooting
Check the VFB-APC for pump protection shutdowns. The static head on Raise the cut-in pressure on the the discharge line VFB-APC to suit the application. is greater than the cut-in pressure. VADA FLOW BOSS HORIZONTAL MULTISTAGE PUMP VFB-HM80 INSTALLATION MANUAL... - Page 21 5. Remove pump casing and check for objects jammed between moving components. 6. If still jammed, or damaged, replacement parts required. Contact a pump technician or call your local Reece branch. VADA FLOW BOSS HORIZONTAL MULTISTAGE PUMP VFB-HM80 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 22 2. Clean impellers. of the pump. You It is recommended to call a pump will hear a bubbling, technician or licensed professional. crackling sounds like marbles rattling inside the pump casing. VADA FLOW BOSS HORIZONTAL MULTISTAGE PUMP VFB-HM80 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 23 32mm PN12.5 Poly Pipe must be used. be jammed in the 4. Ensure that an in-line strainer/filter is fitted open position. in the suction line between the pump and the tank. VADA FLOW BOSS HORIZONTAL MULTISTAGE PUMP VFB-HM80 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 24 2. If it does not, check all taps, pipes, irrigation switch. *Applicable Refer to the full Vada Flow Boss Digital solenoid valves & toilet cisterns for leaks. to VFB-DSU only. Water Switching Unit manual for instructions 3.
- Page 25 Ensure water is completely drained above the level of the check valve. VADA FLOW BOSS HORIZONTAL MULTISTAGE PUMP VFB-HM80 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 26 There may be debris caught within the first impeller not allowing pressure to be created: 1. Disassemble pipework and pump housing. 2. Clean impellers. It is recommended to call a pump technician or licensed professional. VADA FLOW BOSS HORIZONTAL MULTISTAGE PUMP VFB-HM80 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 27 Refer to page 16 to identify bleed plug. switching valve. * Only applicable if application is using a mechanical water switch. VADA FLOW BOSS HORIZONTAL MULTISTAGE PUMP VFB-HM80 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
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Page 28: Warranty Conditions
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