Hayward Pools VR1000, VRS User Manual

PN: ISVR1000 Rev: M

Model VR1000

OWNERS MANUAL

OPERATION, & PARTS

THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE OPERATION,

AND SAFE USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT.

THIS MANUAL IS INTENDED FOR THE END USER OF THIS PRODUCT.

Basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Failure to follow instructions can cause severe
injury and/or death.

This is the safety-alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your equipment or in this manual, look for one of the

following signal words and be alert to the potential for personal injury.

WARNING warns about hazards that could cause serious personal injury, death or major property damage and if

ignored presents a potential hazard.

CAUTION warns about hazards that will or can cause minor or moderate personal injury and/or property damage

and if ignored presents a potential hazard. It can also make consumers aware of actions that are unpredictable and unsafe.

The NOTICE label indicates special instructions that are important but not related to hazards.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL

AND ON EQUIPMENT.

Before installing or servicing this electrical equipment, turn power supply OFF.

KEEP SAFETY LABELS IN GOOD CONDITION AND

REPLACE IF MISSING OR DAMAGED.

WARNING – To reduce risk of injury, do not permit children to use or climb on the pumps and filters. Closely supervise children at all

times. Components such as the filtration system, pumps, and heaters must be positioned to prevent children from using them as a means of access to
the pool.

CAUTION – This vacuum release system is intended for use on permanently installed swimming pools and may also be used with hot

tubs and spas. Do NOT use with storable pools. A permanently installed pool is constructed in or on the ground or in a building such that it
cannot be readily disassembled for storage. A storable pool is constructed so that it is capable of being readily disassembled for storage and
reassembled to its original integrity.

Though this product is designed for outdoor use, it is strongly recommended to protect the electrical components from the weather. Select a well­drained area, one that will not flood when it rains. It requires free circulation of air for cooling. Do not install in a damp or non-ventilated location. If
installed within an outer enclosure or beneath the skirt of a hot tub or spa, adequate ventilation and free circulation of air must be provided to prevent

overheating of the components.

WARNING – All electrical wiring MUST be in conformance with all applicable local codes, regulations, and the

National Electrical Code (NEC). Risk of Electric Shock. Hazardous voltage can shock, burn, cause death or serious property
damage. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do NOT use an extension cord to connect unit to electric supply. Provide a
properly located outlet. All electrical wiring MUST be in conformance with applicable local and national codes and
regulations. Before working on pump or motor, turn off power supply to the pump.

WARNING – To reduce the risk of electric shock replace damaged wiring immediately. Locate conduit to prevent abuse from lawn

mowers, hedge trimmers and other equipment.

WARNING – All electrical wiring MUST be in conformance with all applicable local codes, regulations, and the National Electrical Code

(NEC) including a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) in circuit. For size of GFCI required and test procedures for GFCI, see
manufacturer’s instructions. Pump MUST be permanently connected to GFCI.

WARNING – Failure to bond pump to pool structure will increase risk for electrocution and could result in injury or death. To reduce the

risk of electric shock, the electrician must comply with installation instructions and must bond the pump accordingly. In addition, the electrician
must also conform to local electrical codes for bonding requirements.

Notes to the electrician:

Use a solid copper conductor, size 8 or larger. Run a continuous wire from external bonding lug to reinforcing rod or mesh. Connect a No. 8 AWG
(8.4 mm
hot tub, and to all electrical equipment, metal piping (except gas piping), and conduit within 5 ft. (1.5 m) of inside walls of swimming pool, spa, or
hot tub. IMPORTANT - Reference NEC codes for all wiring standards including, but not limited to, grounding, bonding and other general wiring
procedures. NOTE - The National Electrical Code (NEC) permits use of a cord with a maximum 3 ft. (1 m) length. If your pump is equipped with a
cord complying with the NEC, the preceding four (4) hazards apply.

2

) solid copper bonding wire to the pressure wire connector provided on the motor housing and to all metal parts of swimming pool, spa, or

WARNING – Suction Entrapment Hazard.

Suction in suction outlets and/or suction outlet covers which are, damaged, broken, cracked, missing, or unsecured can cause severe injury
and/or death due to the following entrapment hazards:

Hair Entrapment- Hair can become entangled in suction outlets.
Limb Entrapment- A limb inserted into an opening of a suction outlet or suction outlet cover that is damaged, broken, cracked, missing,

or not securely attached can result in a mechanical bind or swelling of the limb.

Body Suction Entrapment- A differential pressure applied to a large portion of the body or limbs can result in an entrapment.
Evisceration/ Disembowelment - A negative pressure applied directly to the intestines through an unprotected suction outlet sump or

suction outlet cover which is damaged, broken, cracked, missing, or unsecured can result in evisceration (disembowelment).

Mechanical Entrapment- There is potential for jewelry, swimsuit, hair decorations, finger, toe or knuckle to be caught in an opening of a
suction outlet or suction outlet cover resulting in mechanical entrapment.

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WARNING - To reduce the risk of entrapment hazards:

o When suction outlets are less than a 18” x 23” equivalent, a minimum of two functioning suction outlets per pump

must be installed. Suction outlets in the same plane (i.e. floor or wall), must be installed a minimum of three feet
(3’) [1 meter] apart, as measured from near point to near point.

o Dual suction outlets shall be placed in such locations and distances to avoid “dual blockage” by a user.

o Dual suction fittings shall not be located on seating areas or on the backrest for such seating areas.
o The maximum system flow rate shall not exceed the flow rating of any listed (per current revision of ASME/ANSI A112.19.8) suction

outlet cover installed.

o Never use the Pool or Spa if any suction outlet component is damaged, broken, cracked, missing, or not securely attached.
o Replace damaged, broken, cracked, missing, or not securely attached suction outlet components immediately.
o In addition two or more suction outlets per pump installed in accordance with latest APSP (formally NSPI) Standards and CPSC

guidelines, follow all National, State, and Local codes applicable.

This vacuum release system is designed to prevent body suction entrapment, but not evisceration.

WARNING – Failure to remove pressure test plugs and/or plugs used in winterization of the pool/spa from the suction outlets

can result in an increase potential for suction entrapment as described above.

WARNING – Failure to keep suction outlet components clear of debris, such as leaves, dirt, hair, paper and other material

can result in an increase potential for suction entrapment as described above.

WARNING – Suction outlet components have a finite life, the cover/grate should be inspected frequently and replaced at

least every ten years or if found to be damaged, broken, cracked, missing, or not securely attached.

WARNING – All suction and discharge valves MUST be OPEN when starting the circulation system. Failure to do so could result

in severe personal injury and/or property damage. All drains and suction outlets MUST have properly installed covers, securely attached using
the screws supplied with the covers. If screws are lost, order replacement parts from your supplier.

WARNING – Hazardous Pressure. Pool and spa water circulation systems operate under hazardous pressure during

start up, normal operation, and after pump shut off. Stand clear of circulation system equipment during pump start up. Failure to
follow safety and operation instructions could result in violent separation of the pump housing and cover due to pressure in the
system, which could cause property damage, severe personal injury, or death. Before servicing pool and spa water circulation
system, all system and pump controls must be in off position and filter manual air relief valve must be in open position. Before
starting system pump, all system valves must be set in a position to allow system water to return back to the pool. Do not change
filter control valve position while system pump is running. Before starting system pump, fully open filter manual air relief valve.
Do not close filter manual air relief valve until a steady stream of water (not air or air and water) is discharged.

WARNING – Separation Hazard. Failure to follow safety and operation instructions could result in violent

separation of pump components. Strainer cover must be properly secured to pump housing with strainer cover lock ring. Before
servicing pool and spa circulation system, manual air relief valve must be in open position. Do not operate pool and spa
circulation system if a system component is not assembled properly, damaged, or missing. Do not operate pool and spa
circulation system unless filter air relief valve body is in locked position in filter upper body.

WARNING – Never operate or test the circulation system at more than 40 PSI.

WARNING – Fire and burn hazard. Motors operate at high temperatures and if they are not properly isolated from any flammable

structures or foreign debris they can cause fires, which may cause severe personal injury or death. It is also necessary to allow the motor to cool
for at least 20 minutes prior to maintenance to minimize the risk of burns.

WARNING – Failure to install according to defined instructions may result in severe personal injury or death.

DEFINITIONS:

Suction Outlet – The term Suction Outlet is a fitting, fitting assembly, cover/grate and related components that provide a means for water to exit the

pool and into the pump circulating system.

Inches of Mercury (in Hg) - A unit for measuring pressure below atmospheric (“suction” or “vacuum”) (1.0 inch Hg = .491 PSI)
Main Drain – See Suction Outlet
PSI – An abbreviation for pounds per square inch.

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General Information:

The VR1000 Vacuum Release System is designed as a pump controller. The system will protect pool and spa equipment from certain
mechanical failures, such as clogged drains and pipe breakage; which can cause premature pump motor failure. The system monitors
and recognizes a change in pressure and electrical power. When a change occurs, it will shut down the pump, and vent the suction
line. Automatic soft start should provide notice to swimmers or bathers on pump startup. The VR1000 meets the requirements of
ASTM Specification F2387-04. Meets ASME Standard 112.19.17. Meets UL Std 1563 as well as certified to Can/CSA Std. C27.2
No. 218.1.

The VR1000 system will automatically restart in most instances. Should a manual restart be required, pressing the “OK” button will
restart the system

Mode” mode lasts 30 minutes, providing NO protection for swimmers or bathers. DO NOT ALLOW SWIMMERS OR
BATHERS IN THE POOL OR SPA WHEN THE SYSTEM IS IN “UNPROTECTED” MODE.

For proper installation and to avoid unnecessary service calls, read this manual carefully and completely.

. “Unprotected Mode” Mode can be entered, after restart, by holding “NO” & “OK” buttons. “Unprotected

WARNING – This product should be installed and serviced only by a qualified professional. Failure to install and/or

operate according to defined instructions and/or use of non-Hayward replacement parts will void the warranty.

CAUTION – All electrical wiring MUST be in conformance with all applicable local codes, regulations, and the National

Electrical Code (NEC).

Introduction:

This manual contains information for the proper operation of the Hayward VR1000 Vacuum Release System. The
instructions in this manual MUST be followed precisely.

NOTICE – The VR1000 is rated for 115 VAC 50/60Hz for up to a 1 horsepower pump motor or 208/230 VAC
50/60Hz for up to a 3 horsepower pump motor.

FIG 1

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FIG 3
Internal Control

FIG 2

FIG 6

FIG 4
Internal

FIG 5

FIG 7
THREE PHASE PUMP MOTOR

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