Balboa Water Group VGB 2008 211 GPM User Manual

VGB 2008

211 GPM Suction Flow

Installation Instructions

Instructions

For single or multiple use submerged suction outlet. 1.
Do not try to locate suction outlets on seating areas or on the brackets for such seating areas. 2.
When two or more suction fittings are used on a common suction line they shall be separated by a minimum of 3 ft. (91.44 cm), or, 3.
if any are located closer they shall be located on two different planes (i.e., one each on two separate vertical walls). Confirm with
local and national codes and standards for proper installation.
In the event of one suction outlet being completely blocked, the remaining suction outlets serving that system shall have a flow 4.
rating capable of the full flow of the pump(s) for the specific suction system.
Maximum flow rating with head loss curve: 211 GPM. 5.
Acceptable connecting pipe size(s) - maximum 2.5.” 6.
Mounting position: wall only 7.
Suction outlet part number 30231 U applicable. 8.
Part numbers: 9.
30231 U VGB 2008 211 GPM SUCTION COVER & SCREW/UV (replace within seven installed years)
30341 VGB 2008 BUTTRESS SUCTION WALL FITTING X CUSTOM SLIP (replace within seven installed years)
30234-V SUCTION L-GASKET USE 3.75” HOLE SIZE (replace within seven installed years)
30236-V SUCTION FLAT GASKET (replace within seven installed years)
30238-V SUCTION COMPENSATING RING (replace within seven installed years)
63414 3/4” ID x 1” OD TUBING 8-FT LONG (replace within seven installed years)
30239-V SUCTION NUT (replace within seven installed years)
30167-V 2”SPG X CUSTOM SPG X 3/4” SMOOTH BARB SAFETY SUCTION ADAPTER (replace within seven installed years)
30169-V 2 1/2”SPG X CUSTOM SPG X 3/4” SMOOTH BARB SAFETY SUCTION ADAPTER (replace within seven installed years)
Tools required: Philips screw driver, glue for plumbing connections, clamp & pliers for tubing connections. 10.
Service and winterizing instructions. 11.
a. Service - remove screw. Remove cover. Place suction cover on wall fitting with blank portion, no holes pointed down.
The keyway on inside cover must match the notch on the wall fitting. Insert stainless steel screw in cover and tighten
securely. Do not overtighten (as plastic will strip).
b. Winterizing - Drain suction line thoroughly and blowout all remaining water. See spa manufacturer instructions
for winterizing.
WARNING: Do not exceed the maximum allowable flow rate stated on the suction fitting. 12 .
The suction fitting including fasteners should be observed for damage or tampering before each use of this facility. 13.
Note: Missing, broken, or cracked suction fittings shall be replaced before using this facility. Loose suction fittings shall be reat­tached or replaced before using this facility. Read, then keep these instructions for future reference.
Caution: Be aware that changing pump types and sizes can increase flow rate. The maximum flow rate is 211 GPM.

40747 Rev A May 21, 2012

VGB 2008

211 GPM Suction Flow

Installation Instructions

Step One

Do not locate suction outlets on seating areas
or on the brackets for such areas.

Step Two

Cut a 3.5” hole into the spa wall for a flat gasket.
Cut a 3.63

”

hole into the spa wall for a L gasket.

Step Three

Back face the backside of the wall as
necessary so that it is parallel to the
front side of the wall.

Step Four

Place gasket on wall fitting

Step Seven

Place the compensating ring on the
wall fitting with the flat side against
the wall.

Step Eight

Thread nut onto the wall fitting

Step Nine

Tighten nut securely

Step Twelve

A tubing resistant to kink or
pinching shall be used
(or provided) for use with the
suction adaptor. Attach the
provided tubing 0.75” to the
smooth barb on the adaptor
fitting with glue and a clamp
to secure.

Step Thirteen

Run 0.75” vinyl tubing above the
highest possible water level,
creating a Hartford loop, and
attach securely.

Step Five

Place wall fitting through the hole

Step Six

Orient the tab down / Note
wording “INSTALL ARROW UP.”

Step Ten

Glue adaptor into wall fitting
socket with 0.75” smooth barb or

0.5” socket facing up

Step Eleven

Attach schedule 40 plumbing to the

2.0” or 2.50” adaptor

Step Fourteen

Place suction cover on wall fitting
with blank portion (no holes)
pointed down. The keyway
on inside cover must match with
tab on wall fitting.

Step Fifteen

Insert stainless steel screw in
cover and tighten securely.
(Do not over-tighten plastic
will strip).

40747 Rev A May 21, 2012Patented under U.S. Patent No. 8,191,183. ©2012 Balboa Water Group. All rights reserved.