Nova-Tech VSP User Manual

VSP SERIES

Installation, Operation and

Maintenance Manual

VARIABLE SPEED PERISTALTIC

METERING PUMPS

VSP-12 and VSP-20 Models

READ ALL WARNINGS CAREFULLY BEFORE

INSTALLING PUMP

PUMP DATA/SPECIFICATIONS

Fill in information from pump data label

Series:

Serial #:

Model #:

Nominal output:

Maximum pressure:

Volts/Hz/Amps/Phase:

KOPkit® #:

Tubing material/size:

WARRANTY:

The manufacturer warrants its equipment of its manufacture to be free of defects in material or
workmanship. Liability under this policy extends to eighteen (18) months from the date of purchase
or one (1) year from date of installation or whichever comes first. The manufacturer’s liability is
limited to repair or replacement of any device or part, which is returned, prepaid, to the factory and
which is proven defective upon examination. This warranty does not include installation or repair
costs and in no event shall the manufacturer’s liability exceed the selling price of such part.

The manufacturer disclaims all liability for damage to its products through improper installation,
maintenance, use or attempts to operate such products beyond their functional capacity, intentionally
or otherwise, or any unauthorized repair. Replaceable elastomeric parts are expendable and are not
covered by any warranty either expressed or implied. The manufacturer is not responsible for
consequential or other damages, injuries or expense incurred through use of its products.

The above warranty is in lieu of any other warranty, either expressed or implied. The
manufacturer makes no warranty of fitness or merchantability. No agent of ours is authorized to
make any warranty other than the above

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VSP SERIES

TABLE of CONTENTS

Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................................................3

Technical specifications........................................................................................................................................4

Material of Construction........................................................................................................................................4

Installation.............................................................................................................................................................4

Operation ..............................................................................................................................................................5

Maintenance .........................................................................................................................................................6

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO USE

***

*** DO NOT PUMP FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS.

*** To reduce risk of electric shock before maintenance, repair, or moving pump, disconnect power cord and

de-pressurize system and drain chemical.

*** Do not cut the plug or ground lug off the electrical cord. Consult a licensed electrician for proper installation.

**

chemical metering pumps.

** Inspect tubing regularly for cracking or deterioration and replace as necessary. (Always wear protective

clothing and safety glasses when inspecting tubing.)

** Use CAUTION to keep fingers away from rotating parts.

** If pump is exposed to direct sunlight, use a UV resistant tubing.

** Follow directions and warnings provided from the chemical manufacturer. The user is responsible for

determining the chemical compatibility with the chemical feed pump.

** Make sure the voltage on the pump name tag matches the installation voltage. If pump fails to start, check

line voltage.

** Consult with local health officials and/or qualified water conditioning specialists when treating potable water.

** Always depressurize system prior to installation or disconnecting the metering pump tubing.

** If injection point is lower than the chemical tank and pump, install an anti-siphon valve.

** DO NOT MODIFY PUMP. This poses a potentially dangerous situation and will void the warranty.

*

pumped will react with water (i.e., sulfuric acid).

* Hand tighten plastic connections (Do not use wrench).

* Consult licensed plumber and electrician before installation to conform to local codes.

NOTE: For accurate volume output, pump must be calibrated under all operating conditions.

: Secure chemicals and metering pumps, making them inaccessible to children and pets.

: Always wear protective clothing, including gloves and safety glasses, when working on or near

: All pumps are factory tested with water. Remove tubing and thoroughly dry if the chemical being

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