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- Page 1 VFB-S35 SUBMERSIBLE PUMP INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 2 A smooth day is a good day. That’s why Vada is dedicated to creating pump solutions that you can count on. With a focus on easy selection, simple installation and high quality, you can hold your head high knowing your reputation is protected.
- Page 3 THANK YOU Thank you for purchasing the Vada Flow Boss Submersible Pump VFB-S35! Record the product details here and leave with the owner. Date purchased: Purchased from: Purchase invoice number: Product serial number: Product model number: Scan for set up...
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Page 4: Know Your Product
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT VFB-S35 The Vada Flow Boss Submersible Pump VFB-S35 is built to transfer water from a water tank, to a garden or house to suit the desired application. This space friendly quiet operator can be submerged up to 7 metres to get the job done. -
Page 5: Specifications
If using tank water only, you will also require a Vada Flow Boss Auto Pressure Control. If you are using tank and mains water source switching, you will require either the Vada Flow Boss Digital Water Switching Unit or the Vada Flow Boss Mechanical Water Switching Unit. - Page 6 • Ensure your pump is equipped with two isolation valves. This allows for fuss free troubleshooting on the suction and discharge lines, should you need it. • When paired with the VFB-S35, the VFB-APC must be left at the default 1.5 bar cut in. VADA FLOW BOSS...
- Page 7 INTERPRETING THE APC VFB-APC Green light Power on The VFB-APC is connected to the power supply successfully. Pump on AUTO PRESSURE CONTROL VFB-APC Error 1~240V 50 Hz Max 1.5kW 10A Restart Max 65°C IP65 Max 1MPa (10 bar) Yellow light Power on The connected pump is operating.
- Page 8 KNOW YOUR PRODUCT VFB-DSU The Vada Flow Boss Digital Water Switching Unit VFB-DSU allows for water source switching between tank and mains water. With a large interactive panel, the VFB-DSU provides system information including a log of rain water used, real time flow rate, water pressure, current and error conditions.
- Page 9 Irrigation switching pressure water transfer systems (tank/main) systems (clean water only) The Vada Flow Boss Submersible Pump VFB-S35 is not suitable for the following applications: Borehole Pumping applications liquid containing abrasive solids (stones, ceramics etc.) Note: This is not intended as a dirty drainage water sump pump.
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Page 10: Preparing For Installation
INSTALLATION PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION For successful installation, ensure you have all pieces required for your product combination. Vada Flow Boss Submersible Pump VFB-S35 What we’ve supplied: Vada Flow Boss Power cable … … Submersible Pump VFB-S35 What you’ll need to supply:... - Page 11 Vada Flow Boss Automatic Pressure Control VFB-APC What we’ve supplied: Vada Flow Boss 25mm barrel union Thread tape … … … Automatic Pressure Control VFB-APC...
- Page 12 INSTALLATION Vada Flow Boss Digital Water Switching Unit VFB-DSU What we’ve supplied: Vada Flow Boss Two mesh washer Float switch kit Barrel union kit … … … … Digital Water inline filters Switching Unit VFB-DSU What you’ll need to supply:...
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Page 13: Part 1: Pump Location
PART 1: PUMP LOCATION 1. Ensure you have access to a 10A weatherproof outdoor power point in a dry Let’s get down to business. and flood free location. Do not plug the power lead in. Note: Ensure the pump is being installed by a qualified, licensed personnel. - Page 14 4. For easy maintenance install an isolation at the top of your tank. Ensure the valve to the discharge line outside of space allows for the minimum pipe size the tank. (internal 25mm). 25mm Isolation valve 50–100mm VADA FLOW BOSS SUBMERSIBLE PUMP VFB-S35 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 15 If your application is using tank water only, continue to Installation Part 3: Fit a Vada Flow Boss Automatic Pressure Control. If you’re using tank and mains water, skip to Installation: Part 4: Fit a Vada Flow Boss Digital Water Switching Unit.
- Page 16 Auto Pressure Control. an electrical license. If you’re using tank and mains water source switching, proceed to part 4: Vada Flow Boss 1. Keep the VFB-APC unplugged from the Digital Water Switch. power source.
- Page 17 If you’ve chosen to install a VFB-DSU with the VFB-S35, proceed with the steps below. Do not install or operate your Digital Water Switch Unit in an explosive environment, or near combustible matter.
- Page 18 5. Connect the household pipework into the port labelled ‘outlet’ on the VFB-DSU. Min 100mm Cable Household Mains 25mm Barrel union 25mm Y Strainer 25mm Isolation valve Flow Ground level Discharge pipe min 25mm 25mm Check valve VFB-S35 VADA FLOW BOSS SUBMERSIBLE PUMP VFB-S35 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 19 For more information, view the full VFB-DSU manual. Min 100mm Cable Household Mains 25mm Barrel union 25mm Y Strainer 25mm Isolation valve Flow Ground level Discharge pipe min 25mm 25mm Check valve Min 70mm above suction VFB-S35...
- Page 20 2. Plug the power supply cord into the 10 Amp power point. Do not switch on. VADA FLOW BOSS SUBMERSIBLE PUMP VFB-S35 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 21 Note: This connection should be separated only for servicing and only after the power supply is removed by unplugging the cord If you’re using the VFB-S35 with form the socket outlet. an APC continue to page 22. 5. For additional protection, the pump If you’re using the VFB-S35 with...
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Page 22: Operation
Barrel union 25mm Y Strainer 25mm Isolation valve Flow 25mm Check valve Note: The pump will run for a short period of time until the system is again pressurised and then stop. VADA FLOW BOSS SUBMERSIBLE PUMP VFB-S35 INSTALLATION MANUAL... - Page 23 5. The pump set up is now ready for use. 6. If no water is delivered, it may mean the pump has failed to prime. The pressure controller will indicate this by flashing red for 1 minute, as the pump continues to turn on, then off.
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Page 24: Service And Maintenance
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE Cleaning the in-line filter Turn off power to motor and To avoid a build-up of debris and dirt, Vada remove plug from power outlet recommends cleaning out the in-line filter before working on pump or motor. once every 6 months, or as required. To do so, follow the steps below. -
Page 25: Storing The Pump
(metres) and flow (litres per minute). Pump curves can be interpreted by tracing your finger along the head (metres) across to flow (litres per minute). For example, in the pump performance curve below, you can see that if the Vada Flow Boss Submersible Pump VFB-S35 has a discharge head between 20–14m (200–140kPa), then the pump will produce between 44–66 l/min. -
Page 26: Product Dimensions
USAGE LIMITATIONS Capacitor size 8 uF Liquid type Clean water with no L/1’ suspended solids or abrasive material m3/h Min – Max. 1°C – 40°C Discharge Liquid temp in meters Max. submersion depth VADA FLOW BOSS SUBMERSIBLE PUMP VFB-S35 INSTALLATION MANUAL... - Page 27 PRODUCT DIMENSIONS VFB-APC A. 174mm B. 188mm C. 147mm Power on Pump on FLOW BOSS AUTO PRESSURE CONTROL Error 240-50Hz Max 1.5kW Restart IP65 Max 1MPa TECHNICAL INFORMATION VFB-APC Max power SPECIFICATIONS 1.5kW Inlet 25mm MI Max current Outlet 25mm MI IP rating IP65 Max operating...
- Page 28 PRODUCT DIMENSIONS VFB-DSU A. 52mm B. 181mm C. 80mm D. 106mm E. 75mm F. 235mm G. 119mm H. 120mm I. 115mm J. Ø48mm VADA FLOW BOSS SUBMERSIBLE PUMP VFB-S35 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 29 TECHNICAL INFORMATION VFB-DSU SPECIFICATIONS Supply voltage 1~230 – 240 50Hz Max electrical load 10A / 2400W Power standby 3.5W Control power (on) IP rating IP44 Min flow rate 1lpm Min mains pressure 1 bar Max operating 10 bar pressure Min – max water 1°C –...
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Page 30: Troubleshooting
This should only be done by a qualified electrician. If a pressure controller has been installed, check that it is functioning correctly and turning the pump off at no flow. VADA FLOW BOSS SUBMERSIBLE PUMP VFB-S35 INSTALLATION MANUAL... - Page 31 SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION The pump capacitator Contact a qualified service technician to may be damaged. confirm the capacitator is damaged. The pump shaft may Check for blockages that may be be locked or jammed. causing the pump to seize: 1. Turn the power off. 2.
- Page 32 Check for solid objects that may be blocking the be blocking the impellers. pump impellers. 1. Disassemble pipework and pump housing. 2. Clean impellers. It is recommended to call a pump technician or licensed professional. VADA FLOW BOSS SUBMERSIBLE PUMP VFB-S35 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 33 SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION The liquid being Contact your local Reece branch. You may need pumped may a different type of pump for the application. be too thick. This pump is for clean, debris free water only. There may be 1. Disconnect all electrical power. rotation resistance 2.
- Page 34 2. Isolate the water lines and remove * Only applicable if the pump barrel union. application is using 3. Inspect/clean/replace the a digital water switch. switching unit mesh filter. VADA FLOW BOSS SUBMERSIBLE PUMP VFB-S35 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 35 SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION Pump performance There may be cavitation The length of the suction pipe may be too long, is unstable (e.g. in the pump (demand or the internal diameter may be too small: there is a change or for water is higher 1.
- Page 36 3. Close the isolating valve on the discharge line side of the pressure controller to see if the issue continues. 4. If it does, check the pressure control for debris or suction pipe for leaks. VADA FLOW BOSS SUBMERSIBLE PUMP VFB-S35 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 37 SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION 5. If it does continue, then check pressure control and suction pipe for debris. 6. If found, repair or replace suction line. The suction pipe diameter may be too small and causing high pressure loss or cavitation. Increase the pipe size to an internal diameter that is the same size as the suction inlet, or larger.
- Page 38 Check the installation and operation signal from the of the float switch. Refer to page 19 float switch. on how to install the float switch. * Only applicable if application is using a digital water switch. VADA FLOW BOSS SUBMERSIBLE PUMP VFB-S35 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 39 SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION The pump may Check that the level of liquid in the tank has not be sucking air. dropped below the minimum priming level (8m). There may be also be a leak in the suction pipe: 1. Close the isolating valve on the discharge line side of the pressure controller to see if the issue continues.
- Page 40 Increase the pipe size to an internal diameter that is the same size as the suction inlet, or larger. Note: This means for a 25mm inlet pump a 32mm PN12.5 Poly Pipe must be used. VADA FLOW BOSS SUBMERSIBLE PUMP VFB-S35 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
- Page 41 SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION 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. The system may have a large pipe network to charge and the pump is running high flow with no pressure.
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Page 42: Warranty Conditions
VADA FLOW BOSS SUBMERSIBLE PUMP VFB-S35 INSTALLATION MANUAL... - Page 43 This warranty does not include faults caused by: • Failure to adhere to the conditions above. • Normal wear and tear. • Inadequate or complete lack of maintenance. • Chemical, electrochemical, or electrical influences. • Harsh detergents or abrasive cleaners used on product finishes.
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