Priming The Pump For The First Time, Or After Service - Pentair STA-RITE SW5P6R-VSD2 Quick Start Manual

Priming the pump for the first time, or after service

The IntelliFlo must be primed before starting the pump for the first time. To prime a pump means filling the
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pump and suction pipe with water. This process evacuates the air from all the suction lines and the pump. It may
take several minutes to prime depending on the depth of water, pipe size and length. It is easier to prime a pump
if you allow all the air to escape from the pump and pipes. The water cannot enter unless the air can escape.
Pumps do not hold prime, the pool piping system has that task.
CAUTION
- To avoid permanent damage to the IntelliFlo
housing strainer with water so that the pump will prime correctly. If there is no water in the
strainer the pump will not prime.
• Do not allow the pump to run dry. Running the pump dry may damage the seals, causing
leakage and flooding.
• Do not add chemicals to the system directly in front of pump suction. Adding undiluted
chemicals may damage the pump and will void the warranty.
• Open gate valves before starting system.
• Be sure to release all air from filter and piping system.
• The IntelliFlo
filtration and heating. The higher speeds can be used for spa jets, water features, and
priming.
CAUTION -
Before starting this procedure, first read the following:
Before removing the pump lid:
1. Press the Stop button if the pump is running before proceeding.
2. Disconnect the communication cable from the pump.
3. Disconnect main power supply
4. Close the gate valves in suction and discharge pipes.
5. Release all pressure from pump and piping system.
6. Never tighten or loosen the locking ring while the pump is operating.
WARNING
- If the pump is being pressure tested, release all pressure before removing trap cover. Do
not block the pump suction while the pump is running. If a body part blocks the pump suction it may
cause severe or fatal injury. Small children using the pool must ALWAYS have close adult supervision.
WARNING
- 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 trying to work on it. The
IntelliFlo provides an automatic internal cutoff switch to protect the motor from heat damage during operation.
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P-QSG-VSD2 - Rev. September 2017
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pump is a variable speed pump. Typically the lower speeds are used for
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INTELLIFLO VSD 2 - QUICK START GUIDE
pump, before starting the pump, fill the IntelliFlo
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Locking ring
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