Nova controls PRO-FLOW User Manual

Pro-Flow Drain Cleaning

DISPENSER AND REMOTE PROGRAMMER

Reference Manual

Installation and Programming

Quick Start Guide on Back Cover

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- Kurzanleitung auf Deckelrückseite

- Guide Rapide de Début sur la Couverture Arrière

- Guía Rápida de Programación en la Contratapa

- Guida Rapida di Inizio é sulla Copertura Posteriore

- Guia Rápido de Programação na Contracapa

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Specifications

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Size 5.18" W x 3.5" H x 1.9" D (13.2 cm W x 8.9 cm H x 4.8 cm D)

Weight 5.6 oz. (159 g)

Total Amperage draw during
operation

Pump Flow Rate 6 oz / minute (180 ml / minute)

Temperature 20° to 150° F (6° to 65° C) maximum

Humidity 95% relative humidity maximum

Indoor Installation Approved for indoor use only.

Altitude Install at or below 6,500 ft. (2000m) maximum

Size 5.71" W x 5.33" H x 1.55" D (14.50 cm W x 13.54 cm H x 3.94 cm D)

Weight 8 oz. (226 g), without batteries

Battery 8 new, good-quality, D-cell alkaline batteries

Approximate Battery Life +/- one year (average 10 oz [ 300 mls] dispensed per day)

Size 2.5" W x 4.625" H x 1.50" D (6.35 cm W x 11.75 cm H x 3.81 cm D)

Weight 7.2 oz. (200 g)

Specifications subject to change without notice.

Pro-Flow Dispenser

400 mA

Battery Pack

Remote Control

Spare Parts

13-08387-02 Replacement Pump Tube EPDM, ID .16, 7.5” (19 cm), 2-pk.

Limited Warranty

SELLER warrants solely to BUYER the Products will be free from defects in material and workmanship under
normal use and service for a period of one year from the date of completion of manufacture. This limited war­ranty does not apply to (a) hoses; (b) and products that have a normal life shorter than one year; or (c) failure in
performance or damage caused by chemicals, abrasive materials, corrosion, lightning, improper voltage supply,
physical abuse, mishandling or misapplication. In the event the Products are altered or repaired by BUYER
without SELLER’S prior written approval, all warranties will be void.

NO OTHER WARRANTY, ORAL, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MER­CHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS MADE FOR THESE PRODUCTS,
AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.

SELLER’S sole obligation under this warranty will be, at SELLER’S option, to repair or replace F.O.B.
SELLER’S facility in Watsonville, California any Products found to be other than as warranted.

Limitation of Liability

SELLER’S WARRANTY OBLIGATIONS AND BUYERS REMEDIES ARE SOLELY AND EXCLUSIVELY
AS STATED HEREIN. SELLER SHALL HAVE NO OTHER LIABILITY, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, OF ANY
KIND, INCLUDING LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR
FOR ANY OTHER CLAIMS FOR DAMAGE OR LOSS RESULTING FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSO­EVER, WHETHER BASED ON NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY, BREACH OF CONTRACT OR
BREACH OF WARRANTY.

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Theory of Operation

Overview

Pro-Flow is a compact, easy-to-use dispenser of chemicals and enzymes that dissolve organic matter

in drains and pipes. Pro-Flow operates automatically, based on pre-set formulas—no user interaction
is needed to start or stop operation, making it the ideal “middle-of-the-night” drain cleaner.

All programming is performed with the unique, hand-held Remote Programmer (“the remote”),
allowing the installer to wirelessly program any Pro-Flow dispenser, even those installed in hard-to­reach locations. Shipped with a factory pre-set formula already programmed into the dispenser and
the remote, the Pro-Flow allows unrivaled ease of installation and set-up. In most settings, the installer
need only perform four steps to install and begin Pro-Flow dispenser operation:

1. Mount the Pro-Flow on either the wall, the battery pack, or the product container.

2. Decide whether to change from oz. (default unit of measurement) to ml.

3. Set the dispenser’s clock to the current day and time by pressing the remote’s

4. Prime the empty supply tube (if needed) by pressing a “hidden” button on either the dispenser or
the remote.
Result: The factory pre-set formula (10 oz. (300 ml.) of product, dispensed at midnight, seven
days a week) will automatically begin operation at the programmed time.

CHECK button.

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One remote will program multiple Pro-Flow dispensers, saving time during both installation and rou­tine service calls. Rather than repeatedly entering similar formulas into each customer’s dispenser, the
installer can choose one of three formulas saved in the remote and “beam it,” via infrared (IR) com­munication, to the chosen dispenser. Communication between the dispenser and remote is two-way.
With a press of the remote’s
tery life displays in the remote’s window, giving the installer a quick “snapshot” of service needs.

After installation, the customer experiences hands-free dispensing and easily views LEDs that
indicate power-on and low battery. Both the dispenser and remote have a built-in battery backup to
maintain the clock and programmed formulas, regardless of whether they are powered ON or OFF.

CHECK button, information about the dispenser’s current formula and bat-

System Description

Pro-Flow system components include:

• Pro-Flow dispenser

• Power source (either a battery pack or wall transformer)

• Accessory Kit with mounting supplies and transport tubing

• Installer’s Remote Programmer (capable of programming multiple dispensers)

• Product container-mount option available

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Installation Configurations

Pro-Flow’s three configurations are designed to suit a wide range of customer requirements. Each con­figuration installs in minutes:

• Wall-mount Pro-Flow dispenser, with transformer
Pro-Flow mounts with peel-and-stick velcro-style pads directly on a wall.

• Wall-mount Pro-Flow dispenser, with battery pack
Pro-Flow slides onto the screw-mounted battery pack’s power port.

• Container-mount Pro-Flow dispenser, with battery pack

The battery pack screws onto the product container-mount and provides a slide-on power port
base for a Pro-Flow dispenser.

Features

Remote Programming

Once installed, physical access to the dispenser is rarely needed. All programming, time setting and
operational status information is “beamed” between the installer’s handheld remote and Pro-Flow.
One remote can program many Pro-Flow units from a distance of up to four feet away.

Cost Effective

A low purchase price, simple installation and the “enter once, program many” Remote Programmer
means lower total costs over the life of each unit and less installer time spent at each installation.

Easy to Mount

With peel-and-stick velcro pads for mounting to smooth and clean surfaces (and optional screws to
attach the velcro to wall board or other porous surfaces), Pro-Flow mounts easily in minutes.

No User Training

Because the Pro-Flow operates automatically from pre-programmed formulas, the customer does not
turn it on or off, set formulas, or start and stop product dispensing. It has no operating buttons or spe­cific language requirements.

Compact Size

An entire Pro-Flow occupies the space of a 3 x 5 index card and doesn’t need to be within reach. This
makes Pro-Flow ideal for installations where space is limited. Install it under a sink, on a wall, on
other kitchen equipment, or on an out-of-the-way product container.

Low Battery Indicator

The dispenser monitors power consumption during dispensing cycles and indicates when remaining
battery life is less than 28 days. A flashing, yellow LED alerts you to replace the batteries.

Language Neutral Dispenser

The Pro-Flow operates consistently, regardless of language. The two LEDs are clearly labeled with
universal icons that indicate low-battery and power-on.

Choice of Units of Measurement

Select either metric (ml) or SAE (oz) units of measurement.

“Plain-English” Remote Programmer LED Display

The remote’s LCD displays easy-to-read text and graphics with one press of a button.

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Dispenser Installation

A Remote Programmer may be needed to complete the installation. After the
remote’s initial set up is complete, one remote can program multiple dispensers.

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Locating the Dispenser–Wall Mount Only

For ease of programming and maximum pump efficiency, choose a mounting location in which:

• There is a clean line of sight (up to 4 ft. or 1.2 m) between the installer’s remote and the dispenser.

• The dispenser is no more than 4 ft. (1.2 m) from the product container and within 6 ft. (1.8 m) of

a power outlet, if using a transformer.

• The mounting surface is clean and dry (smooth surfaces should be cleaned with an alcohol wipe).

• The dispenser is not in direct contact with sources of steam, water spray or high temperatures nor is

it in direct sunlight or under heat lamps (to provide optimal IR communication with the remote).

Use the remote to set the dispenser’s:
(1) Formula (unless dispenser was pre-programmed prior to shipping or the factory

pre-set formula will be used)

(2) Set the dispenser’s clock to the current day and time (by pressing the remote’s

CHECK button). See ”First-Time New Remote Set-up” on page 9 for more
information.

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Wall Mount Dispenser–with Transformer

Required Materials: Dispenser, transformer (with appropriate electrical outlet mating plug), and

accessory kit (supplied). If mounting surface does not provide a suitable adhesive bond, a phillips­head screwdriver and drill are also required (not supplied).

See Figure 1”Wall Mount Dispenser with Transformer” on page 6 for more information.

1. Position and mark a dispenser location that meets the requirements described above.

2. Separate velcro-style strips and peel backing away from one strip.

3. Position strip in recess on back of dispenser. Press firmly for good adhesion.

4. Peel backing from second velcro-style strip and place strip on a smooth and clean surface at the
previously marked location. Press firmly for good adhesion.

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5. Place dispenser’s velcro-style strip onto wall strip and press firmly to join.

6. Plug transformer into jack on dispenser and into wall outlet.

If surface will not provide a suitable adhesive bond, secure velcro­style strip with supplied wall anchors and screws. Screws must be
installed so they are flush with the flat portion of the velcro-style strip.

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