Sta-Rite SVRS Installation Manual

SunTouch

™

Safety Vacuum Release System (SVRS)

Audible Alarm

(for use with IntelliFlo® VS+ SVRS

and IntelliPro® VS+ SVRS pumps)

Installation

User’s Guide

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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SVRS Audible Alarm Installation and User’s Guide

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Contents

Warnings and Important Safety Precautions ....................................................... ii

Section 1: ...................................................................................................................... 1

Safety Vacuum Release System (SVRS)

Audible Alarm Overview .............................................................................................. 1

Emergency Shut-Off switch (ESO3) Accessory ....................................................... 1

IntelliFlo Operation Modes .......................................................................................... 1

Schedule Mode .......................................................................................................... 1

Manual Mode ............................................................................................................. 2

SVRS Power Center Control Panel ........................................................................... 2

Control Buttons .......................................................................................................... 2

Main Menus .................................................................................................................. 3

Access the Menu ...................................................................................................... 3

Service / Alarm Mode ............................................................................................... 4

Testing the SVRS Alarm ........................................................................................... 4

Alarm Count ................................................................................................................4

Firmware Version ....................................................................................................... 5

Run Factory Test ......................................................................................................... 5

Troubleshooting (Status and System Alert Messages) ........................................... 6

Required Action for SVRS Blockage Event

(Schedule Mode, SVRS Auto Restart “Disabled” .................................................... 7

Required Action for SVRS Blockage Event

(Schedule Mode, SVRS Auto Restart “Enabled”.................................................. 7-8

Required Action for SVRS Blockage Event

(Manual Mode, SVRS Auto Restart /Enabled/Disabled ....................................... 9

Enable or Disable the “SVRS Auto Restart” Setting ............................................ 10

IntelliFlo VS+ SVRS and IntelliPro VS+ SVRS Pump Overview ..........................1 1

IntelliFlo Pump Control Panel Buttons and Display Messages ......................... 12

Programming IntelliFlo VS+SVRS Pump ............................................................... 12

Section 2: Installation .............................................................................................. 14

Mounting the SVRS Power Center .......................................................................... 15

Grounding and Bonding to the SVRS Power Center .......................................... 16

High Voltage Transformer Wiring ............................................................................. 17

Installing the SVRS Audible Alarm System ........................................................... 18

SVRS Connection and Alarm Modes ..................................................................... 18

Connection the Audible Alarm Plate....................................................................... 19

Connecting IntelliFlo pump to SVRS Power Center ........................................... 20

Emergency Shut-Off switch (ESO3) Accessory .................................................... 21

Mounting the ESO3 ................................................................................................ 22

Installing the ESO3 Circuit Board ........................................................................ 22

Connecting the ESO3 Switch to the Circuit Board ........................................... 24

Installing Auxiliary Relays ....................................................................................... 25

SVRS Audible Alarm Installation and User’s Guide

WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT IF THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INSTALLED AND USED CORRECTLY.

INSTALLERS, POOL OPERATORS AND POOL OWNERS MUST READ THESE WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.

The SVRS Alarm is intended for use in swimming pool applications and can only be used with The IntelliFlo® VS+ SVRS and IntelliPro® VS+ SVRS pump.

Most states and local codes regulate the construction, installation, and

operation of public pools and spas, and the construction of residential pools and spas. It is important to comply with these codes, many of which directly regulate the installation and use of this product. Consult your local building and health codes for more information.

IMPORTANT NOTICE - Attention Installer: This Installation and User’s Guide

(“Guide”) contains important information about the installation, operation and safe use of the SVRS Alarm. This Guide should be given to the owner and/or operator of this equipment.

Before installing this product, read and follow all warning notices

and instructions in this Guide. Failure to follow warnings and instructions can result in severe injury, death, or property damage. Call (800) 831-7133 for additional free copies of these instructions. Please refer to www.pentairpool.com for more information related to these products.

Water temperature in excess of 100° F may be hazardous to your health. Prolonged immersion in hot water may induce hyperthermia. Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above normal body temperature of 98.6° F. (37° C.). Effects of hyperthermia include: (1) Unawareness of impending danger. (2) Failure to perceive heat. (3) Failure to recognize the need to leave the spa. (4) Physical inability to exit the spa. (5) Fetal damage in pregnant women. (6) Unconsciousness resulting in danger of drowning. The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia in hot tubs and spas. To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use or operate this product.

When setting up pool water turnovers or flow rates the operator must consider local codes governing turnover as well as disinfectant feed ratios.

DO NOT increase pump size; this may increase the flow rate through the system and exceed the maximum flow rate stated on the drain cover. Never

exceed the maximum stated pump flow rating.

If this product is intended for use in other than single-family dwellings, a clearly labeled emergency switch shall be provided as part of the installation. The switch shall be readily accessible to the occupants and shall be installed at least 5 feet (1.52 m) away, adjacent to, and within sight of, the SVRS Alarm.

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RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR ELECTROCUTION:

PUMPS REQUIRE HIGH VOLTAGE WHICH CAN SHOCK, BURN, OR CAUSE DEATH. BEFORE WORKING ON PUMP! Always disconnect power to the pool pump at the circuit breaker from the pump before servicing the pump. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury to service person, pool users or others due to electric shock.

Before attempting installation or service of the SVRS Alarm, be sure all power to the circuit supplying AC power is disconnected/switched off at the circuit breaker. The SVRS Alarm must be installed by a qualified professional. Grounding (earth bonding) is required to the SVRS Alarm.

Install the pump a minimum of five (5) feet from the inside wall of the pool and spa. Canadian installations require a minimum of three (3) meters from pool water.

A pool or spa pump must be installed by a qualified pool and spa

service professional in accordance with the National Electrical Code and all applicable local codes and ordinances. Improper installation may create an electrical hazard which could result in death or serious injury to pool users, installers, or others due to electrical shock, and may also cause damage to property.

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Pumps produces high levels of suction, which can pose extreme danger if a

person comes in close proximity to an open pool or spa drain or a loose or broken drain cover or grate. The pump, when installed according to the manufacturer's instructions, is designed to help prevent injuries caused by body entrapment in pools. Pumps does not, however, protect against limb entrapments, disembowelments (when a person sits on a broken or uncovered pool drain) or hair entanglements.

Pumps improperly sized or installed or used in applications other than for which the pump was intended can result in serious personal injury or death. These risks may include but not be limited to electric shock, fire, flooding, suction entrapment or serious injury or property damage caused by a structural failure of the pump or other system component.

The IntelliFlo® VS+ SVRS and IntelliPro® VS+ SVRS pump is capable of generating systems pressures up to 50 psi. Installers must ensure that all system components are rated to withstand at least 50 psi. Over pressurizing the system can result in catastrophic component failure or property damage.

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Two Speed Pump Controls Notice (Title 20 Compliance)

Please read the following important Safety Instructions. When using two-speed pumps manufactured on or after January 1, 2008, the pump's default circulation speed MUST be set to the LOWEST SPEED, with a high speed override capability being for a temporary period not to exceed one normal cycle, or two hours, whichever is less.

SUCTION ENTRAPMENT HAZARD

Pool and spa pumps move large volumes of water, which can pose extreme danger if a person’s hair comes in close proximity to a drain that is not the proper size for the pump or pumps.

Hair Entanglement – When the hair tangles or knots in the drain cover, trapping

the swimmer underwater. This hazard is present when the flow rating of the cover is too small for the pump or pumps.

Limb Entrapment – When a limb is sucked or inserted into an opening resulting in a mechanical bind or swelling. This hazard is present when a drain cover is missing, broken, loose, cracked or not properly secured.

Body Entrapment – When a portion of the body is held against the drain cover trapping the swimmer underwater. This hazard is present when the drain cover is missing, broken or the cover flow rating is not high enough for the pump or pumps.

Evisceration/Disembowelment – When a person sits on an open pool (particularly a child wading pool) or spa outlet and suction is applied directly to the intestines, causing severe intestinal damage. This hazard is present when the drain cover is missing, loose, cracked, or not properly secured.

Mechanical Entrapment – When jewelry, swimsuit, hair decorations, finger, toe or knuckle is caught in an opening of an outlet or drain cover. This hazard is present when the drain cover is missing, broken, loose, cracked, or not properly secured.

Two Speed Pump Controls Notice (Title 20 Compliance)

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Only use a pumping system rated for the corresponding flow.

FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN HAIR OR BODY ENTRAPMENT WHICH CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. If in doubt about the rating of your system, consult a qualified pool service professional.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Pumps are not a substitute for properly installed and secured pool

drain covers. An ANSI/ASME A112.19.8 approved anti-entrapment drain cover must be used for each drain. Pools and spas should utilize a minimum of two drains per pump.

Regularly inspect all covers for cracks, damage and advanced weathering. If a cover becomes loose, cracked, damaged, broken or is missing, close the pool or spa immediately, appropriate VGB 2008 certified cover is properly installed. Covers deteriorate over time due to exposure to sunlight and pool chemicals. This cover must be replaced within seven (7) years from installation (or earlier if the cover becomes damaged in any way).

1. All work must be performed by a licensed electrician, and must conform to all

2. Install to provide drainage of compartment for electrical components.

3. If this system is used to control underwater lighting fixtures, a ground-fault circuit

4. A terminal grounding bar stamped is located inside the SVRS Alarm

5. The electrical supply for this product must include a suitably rated switch or circuit

6. Supply conductor must be sized to support all loads.

shut off the pump, post a notice and keep the pool or spa closed until an

Control System is intended to control heaters with built-in high limit circuits ONLY. Failure to do so may cause property damage or personal injury. All water will be routed through the heater assembly.

Do not use this product to control an automatic pool cover. Swimmers may become entrapped underneath the cover.

General Installation Information

national, state, and local codes.

interrupter (GFCI) must be provided for these fixtures. Conductors on the load side of the ground-fault circuit-interrupter shall not occupy conduit, junction boxes or enclosures containing other conductors unless such conductors are also protected by a ground-fault circuit-interrupter. Refer to local codes for details.

enclosure. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this terminal must be connected to the grounding means provided in the electric supply service panel with a continuous copper wire equivalent in size to the circuit conductors supplying this equipment (no smaller than 12 AWG or 3.3 mm). The bonding lug(s) provided on this unit are intended to connect a minimum of one No. 8 AWG for US installation and two No. 6 AWG for Canadian installations solid copper conductor between this unit and any metal equipment, metal enclosures or electrical equipment, metal water pipe, or conduit within 5 feet (1.5 m) of the unit.

breaker to open all ungrounded supply conductors to comply National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), CSA C22.1. All applicable local installation codes must also be adhered to. The disconnecting means must be readily accessible to the tub occupant but installed at least 10 ft. (3.05 m) from the inside wall of the pool.

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The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act imposes certain

new requirements on owners and operators of swimming pools and spas. Pools or spas constructed on or after December 20, 2008, shall utilize:

(A) No submerged suction outlets, a gravity drainage system with

ASME/ANSI cover(s), one or more unblockable outlets; or

(B) A multiple main drain system without isolation capability with

suction outlet covers that meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8 Suction Fittings for Use in Swimming Pools, Wading Pools, Spas, and Hot Tubs and either:

(i) A safety vacuum release system (SVRS) meeting ASME/ANSI A112.19.17 Manufactured Safety Vacuum Release Systems (SVRS) for Residential and Commercial Swimming Pool, Spa, Hot Tub, and Wading Pool Suction Systems and/or ASTM F2387 Standard Specification for Manufactured Safety Vacuum Release Systems (SVRS) for Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs or

(ii) A properly designed and tested suction-limiting vent system or

(iii) An automatic pump shut-off system.

Pools and spas construction prior to December 20, 2008, with a single submerged suction outlet shall use a suction outlet cover that meets ASME/ANSI A112.19.8 and either:

(A) A multiple main drain system without isolation capability, or

(B) A safety vacuum release system (SVRS) meeting ASME/ANSI

A112.19.17 and/or ASTM F2387, or

(D) An automatic pump shut-off system, or

(E) Disabled submerged outlets, or

(F) Suction outlets shall be reconfigured into return inlets.

For information about the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act, contact the Consumer Product Safety Commission at (301) 504-7908 or visit www.cpsc.gov.

NOTE: Always turn off all power to the pool pump before installing the cover or working on any suction outlet.

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Section 1

Safety Vacuum Release System (SVRS) Audible Alarm Overview

The Safety Vacuum Release System (SVRS) audible alarm device is designed to be used with an IntelliFlo® VS+ SVRS pump or IntelliPro® VS+ SVRS pump. The pump is connected to the SVRS audible alarm circuit board via a 50 ft. two-conductor cable. The pump complies with the ASME/ANSI A112.19.172002 SVRS standard which defines how fast the pump must stop on a suction blockage event. The SVRS audible alarm activates the alarm if the pump stops due to an SVRS blockage event on the main pool or spa suction outlet drain cover(s).

Emergency Shut-Off Switch (ESO3) Accessory

If an Emergency Shut-Off Switch (ESO3) is connected to the SVRS Alarm power center and an SVRS blockage event occurs, the SVRS audible alarm will activate but the ESO3 alarm will not sound. Pressing the ESO3 button will switch OFF AC power to the pump and activate both alarms.

IntelliFlo SVRS Pump Operation Modes

The SVRS Audible Alarm supports two pump operation modes; “SCHEDULE” and “MANUAL.”

Schedule mode (see page 7): Each of the pump’s four speed buttons can be

scheduled for start/stop times and run speeds.

Important notes when scheduling pump start and stop times:

• To schedule the pump to run for 24 hours per day without turning off, requires two (2) separate schedules; for example set Speed 1 in the pump’s “Schedule Mode” to start at 8 AM and stop at 7:59 AM and Speed 2 to start at 7:57 AM and stop at 8:01 AM.

Note: It is not recommended to program a speed button to run one schedule for 23 hours and 59 minutes (23:59) per day. Program a second schedule to overlap the first program. Refer to the example described above.

• For more information about programming the pump, see page 12.

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• Manual mode (see page 9): Each of the four pump speed buttons are setup manually from the pump’s control panel. If an SVRS blockage event occurs in manual mode, check the suction outlets for a blockage then press the RESET/RESTART button to deactivate the alarm.

automatically in “Soft Prime” mode.

Note: The pump will not restart

To restart the pump, you must first place the SVRS alarm system in “SERVICE MODE,” press one of the pump SPEED buttons, press the START/STOP button then press the MENU button to re-enable the alarm system. Press the MENU button until the main screen is displayed.

Note: For IntelliFlo pump operating information, see the IntelliFlo VS+ SVRS and IntelliPro VS+ SVRS pump Installation and User’s Guide (P/N 353850).

SVRS Alarm Power Center Control Panel

Use the SVRS Alarm control panel buttons to access the menu items and setup system settings.

SVRS ALARM

System Normal

➀

Control Buttons

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD): The main system display consists of a 16 x 2

➀

alphanumeric character LCD with backlighting for easy viewing.

➁

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Reset/Restart button: After a SVRS blockage event occurs, check the suction outlets for a blockage then press this button to turn off the audible alarm. Further action maybe necessary to restart the pump. For more information, see

RESET/ RESTART

page 7.

1520 rpm 340 watt

RESET/ RESTART

➁

SVRS Alarm Control Panel

➂

SELECT

➃

➄

➂

MENU button: Use the Menu button to access the main menu items. There are five (5) menu items to select from. Press the MENU button to scroll though each of the five menu items. The main menu items are displayed

along with the menu number (1/5). To exit the main menu item, press the Menu button until the main status screen displays. If no menu activity is detected after five minutes, the main status screen is displayed. All menu settings are permanently saved and retained in the SVRS Alarm control panel even after power is removed from the control panel.

➃

Right button: While in the main menu, use the Right arrow button to select a menu setting or to return to the main menu items. After changing a menu item setting or value, it is automatically saved.

SELECT

➄

Up and Down arrow button: After an SVRS blockage has occurred, press the Reset/Restart button to silence the audible alarm then press both buttons simultaneously two times to initiate a pump “hard” prime restart. Pressing these buttons the second time will also disable the “SVRS Auto restart” protection feature during the priming mode. If the Reset/Restart button is pressed to silence the audible alarm allowing the pump to start in “soft prime” mode, this may turn off “priming’ on the pump. Pressing the Up/Down arrow to start the pump in “hard prime” mode may enable “priming.” Before doing so, be sure to clear the suction outlet of the blockage. If the buttons are pressed simultaneously only one time, a pump “soft” prime restart is initiated. This condition occurs after the Reset/Restart button is pressed to initiate a soft prime restart. These buttons are also used to toggle “Clear Errors Counters” No/Yes setting. See Menus, page 5.

Main Menus

Main Menu [1 / 5] Service / Alarm

Main Menu [2 / 5] Tst Alarm Output

*Alarm Disabled* Service Mode

Alarm Activating For 4 seconds

Press any button to enable alarm

Re-Enabled Alarm System Active

Main Menu [3 / 5] Alarm Count

Main Menu [4 / 5] Firmware Version

Main Menu [5 / 5] Run Factory Test

System Normal

1520 rpm 340 Watt

Total SVRS Event Count 0

Firmware Version x.xxx

Version x.xxx Press Any Button

Main Menu [1/5] Service / Alarm

SVRS Error Since Last View 0

Follow screen prompts to run test

Total Com Error Count 0

Status: Passed Code: None

SELECT

Com Errors Since Last View 0

Clear Errors Counters No/Yes

Access the Main Menu

To access the menu items, Press the Menu button. Press the Right arrow button to access the menu item. Use this button to view a menu setting and to exit a setting and return to the main menu (1-5). Note: Use the Up/Down arrow button to select “Clear Errors Counters” No/Yes setting.

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