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tank  or  a  tank  that  is  below    the  level  of  the  pump)  the  VSRM  pump  must  have  “gravity  fed  water  supply”  – 
otherwise known as flooded suction. 
1.2.2. MAINS PRESSURE BOOSTING: This is a specialized type of application, and must be completed by a Qualified 
Plumber or Pump Technician who is competent to perform this type of installation.  The configuration MUST include 
a  ball-valve  on  the  inlet  pipe  and  compliant  non-return  valves  on  the  inlet  &  outlet  pipes,  and  comply  with  the 
applicable Council/Shire plumbing specifications.  Request the diagrammatic installation guide for MAINS PRESSURE 
BOOSTING from [email protected]     

 
1.4 Operating Conditions 

1.

 

Liquid: unfrozen clean fresh water 

2.

 

Liquid Temperature:  5

 to 50

 

 
2. Safety Notices 

2.1 Notice 

1. Please read the manual carefully before installation and use, also read to the diagrammatic instructions in 
conjunction with this instruction manual. 
2. Pay attention to all safety warnings.  
3. Warranty does not cover loss or damage caused by improper installation, improper use or unauthorised 
modifications.  

 
2.2 Pre-use Check 

Every product is factory checked so it will be in good working order when you receive it. However please check; 

1.

 

Ensure the model and type is what you have ordered, and is suited to your application. 

2.

 

Check for damage caused by transportation, do not connect it to the power if it is damaged in any way. 

 

2.3 Environmental Conditions 

The installation conditions of VSRM Pumps has a direct impact on the function and service life, so the installation 
surroundings should conform to the following conditions; 

1.

 

The pump must be installed on a level concrete pad, or similar material that will remain level and not 
subside. 

2.

 

The pump must be housed in a well ventilated enclosure that protects it from sunlight and rain and it must 
be in a well drained area, protected from the weather, dust, dirt, leaves, insects, rodents, reptiles etc, by 
way of a pump cover or a weatherproof enclosure.  Installation under eaves of houses is not an acceptable 
level of protection from the weather. 

3.

 

Ambient temperature for safe operation: 10

 to 40

 - do not allow the unit to freeze.       

4.

 

Protect from splash from pools, overflowing gutters or garden taps or any other water source. 

5.

 

Do not install near any device that might cause electromagnetic interference.  

6.

 

Do not install near radioactive material or fuel. 

7.

 

All Electrical installation must be completed by a licenced Electrician, all warranty is void if installed by an 
unqualified person.  

8.

 

Before operation of this product, the installer must ensure it is wired correctly, and that it is Earthed 
correctly to a circuit protected by a Circuit Breaker with an integral RCD (Safety Switch). 

9.

 

Pay attention to all safety warnings and instructions in the manual, failure to do so voids all warranty and 
may lead to harm and danger to persons. 

10.

 

Consider your bedrooms & your neighbours when installing, the VSRM are quiet in operation but installing 
away from these areas will minimise the risk of any disturbance.

 

11.

 

The pump must be easily accessible for servicing and repairs if ever necessary – do not install in any of the 
following areas:  confined space, crawl space, under a house with enclosed base, roof or ceiling space, or in 
any other area that makes it difficult or impossible to easily access the pump.  

 

 

 

DANGER:  

Risk of Electric Shock: Disconnect VSD from the power supply and 

wait 5 minutes

 

to 

allow any retained current to discharge before opening the VSD.

 

Summary of Contents for VSRM Series

Page 1: ...e user friendly interface controls for quick setup No programming is required simply set your desired operating pressure and press RUN let the controller save you money on your operating costs CONTENTS 1 Features Application 2 Safety Notice 3 Installation and Operating Instructions 4 Maintenance 5 Trouble Shooting 6 Dimensions and Technical Data 7 Warranty 1 Features Application 1 1 Product Featur...

Page 2: ...he pump must be installed on a level concrete pad or similar material that will remain level and not subside 2 The pump must be housed in a well ventilated enclosure that protects it from sunlight and rain and it must be in a well drained area protected from the weather dust dirt leaves insects rodents reptiles etc by way of a pump cover or a weatherproof enclosure Installation under eaves of hous...

Page 3: ...no exceptions 9 Always wait for 5 minutes after the power is isolated ensure all the indicator lights are out completely before opening the cover otherwise there is risk of electric shock 10 Ensure hands are dry while operating the control panel do not use wet hands 11 If the wiring is damaged or perished it must be replaced by a licenced Electrician CAUTION 12 Installation and the operation must ...

Page 4: ...e a long term liability Model Pump Inlet Size Inlet Pipe Suction Pipe ID Pump Outlet Size Discharge Pipe ID VSRM38 72 25BSP 25 32mm 25BSP 20 25mm VSRM48 72 25BSP 25 32mm 25BSP 20 25mm VSRM39 102 32BSP 32 40mm 25BSP 25 32mm VSRM58 102 32BSP 32 40mm 25BSP 25 32mm VSRM50 270 40BSP 40 50mm 40BSP 32 40mm The larger size is recommended for best performance Pipe sizes are ID Internal Diameter We do not r...

Page 5: ...gest a REEFE Pressure Tank PT35H or larger Warranty is voided by continuous running of the pump 3 7 COMPONENT DIAGRAM AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS No Component No Component 1 Pump body Wet End 7 Pressure tank 2 Motor 8 Pressure gauge 3 Mounting plate 9 Five way Valve 4 Fan housing 10 Pressure Transducer 5 Inverter components 11 Water Outlet 6 Power plug 12 Water Inlet Installation Guide refer als...

Page 6: ...start a Connect it to the water supply ensuring you use the correct valves as per Diagram 1 b Remove the bleed plug off the front of the pump the plug is just above the water inlet part number 12 in the diagram above c Open the ball valve between the tank and the pump to allow the water to come through d Wait until the water spills out the bleed hole then re fit the plug e Start the pump if the fa...

Page 7: ...owly Pump is operating at constant speed constant pressure or there is a water shortage 3 Light constantly on Pump has automatically stopped 4 Light off Manual stop or power is disconnected NOTE some models have Pump1 Pump2 light ignore the Pump2 lights as these are not used 4 SET The light flashes while setting the working pressure IMPORTANT If the pressure is set too high the pump will run conti...

Page 8: ...on problem If it is certain that it is not outlets check the backflow valve check valve it might have debris in it and the water is escaping backwards The pump will run on continuously due to any minor leaks or you have drip irrigation or very slow use Also check the pressure setting if it is too high it will not stop or if it is leaks or drip irrigation that you cannot stop you MUST install an ad...

Page 9: ...n switch remove plug allow to dry only plug it back in if it is safe to do so If the problem continues contact a licenced electrician to check the cause If all of the above are OK the pump might have overheated and triggered the thermal overload switch Turn it off and wait 30 minutes for it to cool down and turn it on again If the overload switch activates again have a licenced Electrician investi...

Page 10: ...ly clogged Disconnect from the power supply and if you are competent to do so disassemble pump and clean If not have a pump technician do it for you 5 7 Fuse blows or circuit breaker trips when the pump starts Fuse size or circuit breaker may be too small Have this checked by a licenced electrician damage to the Inverter is possible if this problem is not rectified Impeller or volute opening are f...

Page 11: ...5 428 362 149 125 50 96 155 VSRM58 102 G1 G1 G3 8 11 189 158 140 90 443 446 243 228 104 125 155 VSRM50 270 G1 G1 G3 8 11 210 158 125 100 550 438 200 185 80 96 136 6 1 2 Technical Data AC 240V 50Hz Input Model Rated power Max Head Max flow Rated head Rated Flow Factory pressure setting Operating pressure range Pressure tank size Pressure filled in tank KW m Lpm m Lpm bar bar bar VSRM38 72 0 55 37 7...

Page 12: ...it before attempting any repairs or servicing DO NOT ATTEMPT ELECTRICAL REPAIRS OF ANY SORT UNLESS YOU ARE A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN WARRANTY RECORD FILL IN AND RETAIN THIS WITH YOUR ORIGINAL PURCHASE RECEIPT PURCHASER NAME PHONE NO DATE OF PURCHASE DEALER STORE NAME DEALER SUBURB TOWN PHONE NO BRAND MODEL NUMBER OF PUMP BATCH SERIAL NUMBER Do NOT send this form to us retain it for your record NO Nam...

Page 13: ...tion is constructed so the pump can be easily removed or replaced For Connections to Town Water The pump is installed in accordance with National Local Plumbing Regulations The Electrical Supply cable is plugged into a Power Outlet that is in accordance with the current standard of Electrical Safety Regulations AS NZS 3000 or the pump has been wired directly to the power circuit by a Licenced Elec...

Page 14: ... fittings so that the owner can EASILY remove the pump and or controller for service or replacement Warranty is void if there is no Barrel Unions used and the pump and pump controller cannot be EASILY removed for service NEVER install pumps such that persons need to get inside a tank to remove work on the pump Warranty is VOID if persons have to get inside the tank to remove or repair the pump or ...

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