Pentair IntelliFlo VS Pump Tips

The Pentair IntelliFlo Vs pump is probably the premiere VS pump on the market today. It was the first major brand VS pump to hit the market well over a decade ago. Since then it has gone through several generations of models with advances along each step of the way.

00:00 Intro
01:01 Current Issues
03:57 First Generation Version Tips
06:38 Different Models
10:20 Pump Control Confusion
12:58 24-Hour mode
15:25 WisperFlo Retrofit
16:56 Schedule & Speeds

Here are the two current models:
IntelliFlo VSF pump is the first variable speed and flows pump that adjusts to changes in flow conditions to maintain its preprogrammed flow rate to run optimally throughout the entire filtration cycle. It's like having cruise control for your pump.

Eight programmable speed or flow settings and a built-in timer
Rotatable keypad with optional wall mount kit (sold separately)
Top-mounted field wiring compartment is easier to access and connect
Totally Enclosed fan-cooled design for increased performance and long life
Menus are easier than ever to use
Consistently maintains system flow requirements
Compatible with Pentair Automation
WEF 6.9 THP 3.95

IntelliFlo VS Variable Speed pump is the next generation of Pentair's variable-speed pump technology. With energy savings up to 90%* versus conventional pumps, near-silent operation, and advanced programming capabilities, this pump continues to deliver everything a pool owner wants and reliability no other competitor can match.

The control keypad can be rotated for convenient orientation on the pump or wall-mounted with the Relocation Kit
Intuitive, easy to use menu structure for programming and monitoring
Interfaces perfectly with Pentair automation systems that give you the convenience of mobile device control
Totally enclosed fan cooled design for quiet operation and long life
Top-mounted field wiring compartment makes access and installation easier
8-programmable speed settings and built-in timer
WEF 6.9 THP 3.95
Available only in-store from Pentair dealers or retail stores

One nice thing about the IntelliFlo VS is that it will fit right into where your existing WisperFlo pump is set. So usually there will be no replumbing needed if you are going from a WisperFlo to an IntelliFlo VS pump. Note that the Sta-Rite IntelliPro VS is the same pump as the IntelliFlo VS just that it is sold under the Sta-Rite branding in the black color. This makes for an easy upgrade. The IntelliFlo VS will be an easy plug-and-play type upgrade in this case.

One thing to know about a VS pump is that the energy savings only happen if you run it at a slower speed. This is called the “RPM” and sometimes you will also see this listed as a percentage. For example, the full RPM of a single-speed pump and VS pump is 3450 RPM. So technically running it under this RPM will save you money on your energy bill.

These are the two-speed settings that I like, even though you can program up to 8 speeds, 2 is all you need in most cases.

Speed 1: 1800 RPM for 10-16 hours depending on your pool size.
Speed 2: 2400 RPM for 4-6 hours depending on your pool size.

This will maximize your energy savings and also keep things simple. The larger the pool the longer you would run each of the speeds.

A couple of other things to note about this pump. When you hit the Start/ Stop button this will take it out of the schedule run mode. You will have to hit it again to start the pump on the schedule mode otherwise it will remain off until you hit the button again. You may want to use the “Time Out” button instead. This will turn off the pump for a set time and then allow it to automatically resume the program mode. The “Quick Clean” button puts it in the high-speed mode for a set amount of time and is good when adding chemicals or for manually vacuuming the pool.

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