EcoSmart Quick Start Manual
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1. VON AINE E Quick Start Guide www ecotechmarine com ART DRAWER o ge Seg ag ef lt e MP40w ES MP10 ES MP10w ES For the full VorTech Pump manual please visit our website at www ecotechmarine com i Read this manual before installing or using your Vortech Propeller pump e This manual guides you through safe and proper installation operating proce dures and techniques e All information contained in this manual is current at the time of printing Because EcoTech Marine LLC is commited to continuous product devel opment we reserve the right to make product design and informational changes without notice For further instruction additional supplemental or new information on ad This quick start guide is designed to get you started using your new VorTech Propeller Pump This is not intended to provide adequate information on the advanced features and modes of the pump For these features please refer to our full instruction manual at www ecotechmarine com Before You Start Preparation Once you have chosen the location where you wish to install your VorTech pump clean away any algae using an aquarium scraper Use caution when handling an aquarium scraper Notes on placement Take care to place the VorTech in a suitable location where corals are not directly in the line of flow Place the pump sufficiently high enough above a fine sand bed so that sand is not blown around by the output or und2. Be 3 2 wist careful to minimize force when twisting the wet frame 3 Remove Attach the MP10 MP10w ES i Attach the motor assembly e Apply the cord mounting tab approximately 2 above the desired location of your VorTech pump Make sure the glass is clean and free of any grease or dirt prior to applying this tab e Place the VorTech motor upon the tank wall in your pre determined location and secure the cord to the mounting tab using one of the provided wire ties The cord must be positioned pointing upwards so that if the VorTech were to fall off the aquarium it does not swing and damage your aquarium or your pump Attach the wet side assembly e Place the wet side into the aquarium making sure to allow ALL air to escape from the propeller housing Carefully connect both halves of the pump together and visually align both halves of the pump IMPORTANT For glass thicknesses of 1 8 and 3 16 you must use the included rubber spacer in between the motor and the glass There is no need to use this spacer on glass thicknesses of 1 4 or 3 8 Failure to use the included rubber spacer on glass thicknesses of 1 8 and 3 16 can damage your pump Damage of this sort will not be covered under warranty Align Your Vortech Pump AIl Versions e Turn the VorTech pump to constant speed mode indicated by a green LED by pressing the mode button which is located on the driver then set to the maximum speed by using the speed
3. both halves of the device The pin spacer is used to ensure the proper spacing for various aquarium wall thicknesses Make sure to measure your aquarium s glass thickness using a ruler or contact the aquarium manufacturer in order to determine the exact thickness To adjust for the proper aquarium thickness pull the rubber pin spacer from the motor housing Then align the VorTech s power cord emerg ing from the motor with your aquarium s wall thickness to achieve the proper offset from your aquarium Note 3 4 thick aquariums do not use the pin spacer at all IMPORTANT When adjusting the pin spacer be sure not to bend the rubber pins M Shaft Screw eile Frame Cover Plastic a Magnet 3 Remove 2 Twist Cc For 3 4 wall thickness do not use this spacer To properly mount the VorTech to you aquarium you must set the pin spacer to the correct setting Pull the rubber pin spacer away from the motor Align the motor s cord with your aquarium s wall thickness on the pin spacer CAREFULLY slide the pin spacer onto the motor taking care not to bend the pins If the pin spacer does not slide easily apply a small amount of soap to each pin NEVER FORCE THE PINS Damage to pin spacers from improper use will not be covered under warranty as they are inserted into the holes within the heat sink as this may permanently damage your VorTech Bent pins WILL NOT be covered under warranty Attach the MP40w ES i Aa th
4. end of the cycle Adjusting the dial changes the maximum speed achieved at any time during this mode Slave pumps should be positioned opposite the master and on the back of the tank to take full advantage of the EcoSMART modes EcoSMART NTM Nutrient Transport Mode In this EcoSMART mode water is circulated in OO 0O0000000 4 a two phase program consisting of wave motion to stir up detritus and surging motion to move the detritus into your overflow where it can be i skimmed out This effect promotes maximum health and nutrient export as well as increased growth for sensitive corals such as SPS Adjusting the dial changes the maximum speed achieved at any time during this mode Slave pumps should be positioned opposite the master and on the back of the tank to take full advantage of the EcoSMART modes gt Random Mode 00 00000000 In random mode you can toggle between 0000000000 two different modes Reef Crest and Lagoonal When a pump is in Lagoonal Random Mode the dial is used to set the maximum operational speed and the driver will automatically randomize the pumps output to simulate either a high Reef Crest or low Lagoonal energy reef environment If this pump is a master the associated slave pumps will replicate the master in sync or anti sync modes Short Pulse Mode When a pump is first entered into Pulse Mode you must set the maximum pump speed by adjusting the dial When the desired speed is ac
5. only or the dry side running loudly The VorTech pump SHOULD NEVER BE ALLOWED TO FALL to the floor Damage from dropping will not be covered under warranty Maintenance e Cleaning your VorTech The VorTech may need thorough cleaning of the components periodically to keep it running optimally This can be accomplished by disassembling the wet side of the pump and gently brushing the components with a soft brush under running water Soaking these parts in a mild acid solution such as vinegar may be necessary if there is debris buildup Do not use strong acids as this may damage the components 4 Visit www ecotechmarine com for further information on the maintenance of your VorTech Pump Your Vortech MP40w ES Specifications and Operating Parameters To ha Flow 200 3 200 gallons hour Power 6 30 watts Maximum Motor Temp 50 60 degrees C Aquarium Wall Thickness 3 16 to 3 4 0 NP Drive Shaft Au O ring Ceramic Bearing Wet Frame Propeller Drive Shaft Nut 1 Push Nozzle remove the nozzle from the wet frame remove the entire wet If of the pump from the aquarium and place it on a non metallic surface Gently but firmly press down on the nozzle with your palm an wet frame It may then be cleaned of any obstructions d twist counter clockwise The nozzle should become free of the Adjust the Pin Spacer MP4Qw ES Only The VorTech pump is designed to operate with a constant gap between
6. Tech Marine is prohibited This product is for indoor usage only FCC Compliance Statement CE Declaration of Conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is The equipment complies with the RF exposure Requirement subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause 1999 5 EEC Council Recomendation on the limitation of exposure harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference of the general public to electromagnetic fields 0 300 GHz This received including interference that may cause undesired operation equipment meets the following comformance standards Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by EcoTech EN 300 328 EN 301 489 17 Marine could void the user s authority to operate the RF module For France and or the product that incorporates the RF Module The user is cautioned to maintain a 20cm 8 inch spacing from the product to ensure compliance with FCC regulations Francais Cet equipement est pr vu uniquement pour un usage a l int rieur des b timents English This device is intended for indoor use only European Union T Disposal Information VorTech Pump can be used in the following countries This symbol means that according to local laws and regulations your This device contains product should be disposed of seperately from household waste Ecotech M rne s RF Module When this product reaches its end of life take it to a collection point i
7. XEMPLARY OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY OF TO USE THE PRODUCT INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS BUSINESS INTERRUPTION LOSS OF INFORMATION OR ANY OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS DAMAGE TO YOUR AQUARIUM OR ANY AQUARIUM INHABITANTS OR FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY EVEN IF ECOTECH MARINE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES IN NO CASE SHALL ECOTECH MARINE S LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE PRODUCT IF YOU DISAGREE WITH THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS DO NOT USE THE VORTECH PROPELLER PUMP Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusions may not apply to you EcoTech Marine s warranty is governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania excluding its conflict of laws prin ciples and excluding the provisions of the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state 9 FCC and CE Warnings e This product carries an ingress protection rating of IPXO and must not be immersed in water e Danger To avoid possible electrical shock special care should be taken since water is employed in the use of aquarium equipment For each of the following situations do not attempt repairs yourself return the appliance to the manufacturer for service or discard the appliance e DO NOT imm
8. act moving parts or hot parts such as heaters reflectors lamp bulbs and the like e Always unplug an appliance from an outlet and battery backup when not in use before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning e Never yank cord to pull plug from outlet Grasp the plug and pull to disconnect e Do not use an appliance for other than intended use The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition e Do not install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to weather or to temperatures below freezing e Make sure an appliance mounted on a tank is securely installed before operating it Read and observe all the important notices on the appliance e If an extension cord is necessary a cord with a proper rating should be used A cord rated for less amperes or watts than the appliance rating may overheat Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it will not be tripped over or pulled e Prior to servicing ensure the appliance is unplugged from the mains as well as the battery backup RF Module Important Information The product you have purchased contains the EcoTech Marine RF Module part number 10169 This module gives your product the ability to communicate wirelessly to other EcoTech Marine products as well as certain other manufacturers products that were designed in compliance with the specifications for our RF Module Use of this module in products not consented by Eco
9. ate properly Step 5 Reset the Master Hold the mode button on the master pump after completing ALL the master slave assignments Step 6 Begin Normal Operation Use the controls on the Master Pump to operate all pumps in the group Slave pumps can only be set to sync or anti sync modes or the three options in ECoOSMART modes Step 7 Program Subsequent Groups Now that the first group is programmed repeat steps 1 5 on the next group of pumps if so desired NOTE The subsequent pump groups must be programmed near the original group For example if running two different groups in separate areas of your house the second group must be programmed within 5 feet the first group to ensure proper communication 6 General Operational Modes Constant Speed Mode When a pump is in Constant Speed Mode the dial is used to set the operational speed If this pump is a master the associated slave pumps will replicate the master whether in sync or anti sync mode O EcoSMART TSM Tidal Swell Mode In this EcoSMART mode water is circulated 0000000000 to create a harmonic balance in your aquarium reminiscent of the changing flow conditions that would be found in nature Over the course of several hours the flow pattern will go from very chaotic with an emphasis on left to right flow direction to an emphasis on right to left flow direction all the while experiencing calm period in between and followed by a great surge of flow at the very
10. control knob on the driver e Plug the power supply into the driver If vibration or excessive noise is detected carefully adjust the propeller housing by moving it VERY slightly left right up or down until the noise vibration is eliminated or minimized as much as possible After alignment has been ensured adjust to the mode of your choice and turn the speed control knob to achieve the desired flow rate within your aquarium IMPORTANT If the VorTech is not properly aligned a strong vibration will be heard If the alignment is not corrected this can cause increased electrical consumption excessive wear on the components excessive heat and excessive noise Programming Multiple Pumps SS ______ sl NOTE When using a single VorTech pump no wireless configuration is necessary A pump group consists of one master pump and at least one slave pump There can only be one master pump per group which can include an unlimited number of slave pumps In order to set a pump as a master or a slave the aquarist must first enter the VorTech Pump s configuration mode Within configuration mode one can do one of three different things e Reset the pump s memory back to independent mode e Set the pump as a master e Set the pump as a slave Masters and slaves must be set as groups and each group must be programmed separately You must perform the following steps in the order listed to correctly program your ECcoSMART driver You may setup a maxi
11. designated by local authorities Some Fart Number 10169 FCC ID VKB27 1829 collection points accept products for free The seperate collection RoHS o C 7349A 271829 and recycling of your product at the Compliant time of disposal will help conserve ay natural resources and ensure that it amp o C 4 is recycled in a manner that protects a P 0981 human health and the environment This is a Quick Start Guide for the full VorTech pump manual please visit our website at www ecotechmarine com Customer Support service ecotechmarine com 610 954 8480 Sales inquiries please contact sales ecotechmarine com 800 785 0338
12. e motor assembly Apply the rubber gasket at the chosen location for the VorTech pump on the outside of your aquarium e Apply the cord mounting tab approximately 2 above this location Make sure the glass is clean and free of any grease or dirt prior to applying this tab Place the VorTech motor with or without the pin spacer attached upon the black gasket and secure the cord to the mounting tab using one of the provided wire ties e The cord must be positioned pointing upwards so that if the VorTech were to fall off the aquarium it does not swing and damage your aquarium or pump When operating make sure the gasket is properly recessed within the pin spacer Attach the wetside assembly e Place the wet side into the aquarium making sure to allow ALL air to escape from the propeller housing Carefully connect both halves of the pump together and visually align both halves of the pump Your VorTech MP10 MP10w ES e0 m Motor Wet O with Axle Washer Rotor ay Specifications and Operating Parameters 1 Push Flow 200 1575 gallons hour Power 6 18 watts Aquarium Wall Thickness 1 8 to 3 8 To remove the nozzle from the wet frame remove the entire wet half of the pump from the aquarium and place it on a non metallic surface Gently but firmly press down on the nozzle with your palm and TWIST CLOCKWISE The nozzle should become free of the wet frame It may then be cleaned of any obstructions
13. eller pump EcoTech Marine will not be liable for any damage caused to your aquarium resulting from the use of the VorTech propeller pump To obtain warranty service or technical support please contact EcoTech Marine s customer service department at 610 954 8480 You will receive instructions on how to return the product for repair or replacement To take advantage of this Limited War ranty you will be required to supply an original point of purchase receipt ECOTECH MARINE DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED TO THE FULLEST EXTENT ALLOWED BY APPLICABLE LAW NO IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR MERCHANT ABILITY SHALL APPLY EXCEPT AS REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW ECOTECH MARINE DOES NOT AUTHORIZE ANY PERSON OR BUSINESS ENTITY INCLUDING ITS AUTHORIZED DEALERS TO CREATE FOR IT ANY OBLIGATIONS LIABILITIES OR OTHER WWARRAN TIES IN CONNECTION WITH THIS PRODUCT ALL WARRANTIES ARE VOID IF THERE IS DAMAGE TO THE VORECH PROPELLER PUMP THAT IS NOT A RESULT OF A DEFECT IN THE MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ALL CLAIMS THAT YOU MAY HAVE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER MADE OR SUFFERED BY YOU OR ANOTHER PERSON AND WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT OR TORT SHALL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT IN NO EVENT WILL ECOTECH MARINE BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY OTHER PARTY FOR ANY DIRECT INDIRECT GENERAL SPECIAL INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL E
14. erse in water If the appliance falls into the water DON T reach for it First unplug it and then retrieve it If electrical components of the appliance get wet unplug the appliance immediately Non immersible equipment only e Carefully examine the appliance after installation It should not be plugged in if there is water on parts not intended to be wet e Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug or if it is malfunctioning or if it is dropped or damaged in any manner The power cord of this appliance cannot be replaced If the cord is damaged the appliance should be discarded Never cut the cord e To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug or receptacle getting wet position aquarium stand and tank to one side of a wall mounted receptacle to prevent water from dripping onto the receptacle or plug The drip loop should be arranged by the user for each cord connecting an aquarium appliance to a receptacle A drip loop is that part of the cord below the level of the receptacle or the connector if an extension cord is used to prevent water traveling along the cord and coming in contact with the receptacle If the plug or receptacle does get wet DON T unplug the cord Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker that supplies power to the appliance then unplug and examine for presence of water in the receptacle e Close supervision is necessary when an appliance is used by or near children e To avoid injury do not cont
15. ertow created by the VorTech Protect the pump from water The VorTech s motor housing and driver are NOT WATERPROOF Any water allowed into these components can damage them enough to require replacement This kind of damage is NOT covered in the VorTech s war ranty Protect these components from splashes drips or other contact with water Break in The VorTech pump is engineered to adapt to its aqueous environment During the first week of use your pump may run noisey or stall The noise should quiet dramatically after 24 hours of use and any stall condi tions can safely be reset by manually cycling the power to your pump Warnings e The VorTech utilizes very powerful magnets and can cause severe personal injury e NEVER connect the two halves of this device without a proper spacer in between e NEVER place either half of this device near magnetically attractive surfaces or sensitive electronics e The motor and driver can become HOT Be cautious around these surfaces e Never run the pump dry as the heat buildup may cause damage to its components e Do Not Drop Your VorTech Pump The VorTech is highly engineered to be as small and powerful as pos sible As a result the VorTech is fragile All precautions must be taken to avoid dropping the wet side and dry side After a fall onto the floor both the wet side and dry side can be permanently damaged Evidence of this include cracking of the advanced ceramic axle within the wet side MP10 versions
16. heir prior operating conditions Hold Powers Off Hold Note LED bar will indicate change between modes O Battery Backup Mode When a battery backup accessory is added to the VorTech pump the pump will automatically switch to Battery Backup mode during a power outage The pumps will run at the minimum speed to maximize their run time during this critical period For more description about pump modes read the full manual at www ecotechmarine com Wave Motion Warning The generation of waves within your aquarium places additional stress on the aquarium glass and joints Not all aquarium tanks are designed to withstand this stress and failure of the glass and or joints could result You are encouraged before generating waves to consult with your aquarium tank manufacturer to determine if the tank construction is adequate to withstand the additional stress generated by the wave motion You are also encouraged to assure that your aquarium stand or furniture is adequately stable to withstand the additional stress resulting from wave generation EcoTech Marine DISCLAIMS AND WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR damage to aquarium tanks or their surroundings water damage or any other consequential damages resulting from wave generation MAKE WAVES AT YOUR OWN RISK Error Codes Over Temperature Condition In the event of a motor overheating the pump will automatically shut down for a period to allow for cooling Once the motor has cooled the dri
17. hieved press the Set button to lock this speed The LED will now begin to blink This blinking LED represents the pulsing frequency between 0 2 seconds and two seconds Now adjust the dial to make the pump pulse faster or slower To save this wave press and hold Set until the LED flashes and then breathes blue indicating that the wave is saved This saved wave will also be input into EcoSMART NTM Long Pulse Mode When the pump is entered into Long Pulse Mode the maximum speed of the pump is set by adjusting the dial When the desired speed is achieved press the Set button to lock this speed The LED will now begin to blink the blinking LED represents the pulsing frequency between 10 seconds and one minute Now adjust the dial to make the frequency increase or decrease To save this wave press and hold the Set button until the LED flashes and then 7 breathes pink indicating that the wave is saved Feed Mode EcoSMART Driver General Operational Modes To enter Feed Mode press and hold the mode O Long Pulse button for three seconds Reef Crest Speed Set The LED will now blink white indicating that the pumps are in feed Random Sho mode Regardless of your system s master slave Lagoon Freq Set Freq Set ulse Long Pulse pump configuration all pumps will enter feed mode when that mode is selected on any one pump The pumps will spin very slowly for ten Hold Feed mode minutes and then resume t
18. mum of seven separate groups each having a unique master pump EcoSMART Pump Positionin Master Pump pe Eee Shown here in Constant Speed mode sync Anti Sync Pump Setup fr Can Operate in Constant Speed Random al O EcoSMART Short Pulse and Long Pulse Modes Slave Pumps Orange White Turquoise ED wi Constant Random Short amp Long Pulse modes Sync EcoSMART mode Same side as master EcoSMART Setup Orange O Random Short amp Long Pulse modes Anti Sync In ECOSMART mode Opposite side as master Turquoise ECOSMART Only EcoSMART Made Back of the Tank The internal memory of each unit must be cleared before setting up ote a group E E Pump E Resets Step 1 Clear Driver Memory _ hold hold hold Step 2 Enter Configuration Mode All pumps in a group must then be set into configuration mode before the assignment of slave or master status This configuration must be performed with the drivers in close proximity to ensure proper assignment The drivers will blink red white and blue in this mode Step 3 Assign the Master Set the master pump by pressing the mode button The LED will then blink blue and green Step 4 Assign the Slaves Set all the slave pumps by pressing the set button on each driver The LED will then blink blue and yellow NOTE If any slave blinks blue and red it was too far away from the master driver and could not communic
19. rranty applies only to a product that is manufactured by or for EcoTech Marine and identified by the EcoTech Marine trademark trade name or product identification logo affixed to the product If you notice a problem with your VorTech propeller pump do not attempt to repair it yourself Any attempts at self repair shall void this limited warranty EcoTech Marine shall not be held liable for damage to any aquarium aquarium life forms or other personal objects due to improper use of the device If the product develops a covered defect within the one year period EcoTech Marine will at its option either repair or replace the VorTech propeller pump without charge provided that the VorTech propeller pump is returned during the warranty period The VorTech pump operates at high temperatures and produces forces within the aquarium that can cause extreme loading and fatigue Due to this caution must be used when installing this device on any aquarium Because the construction of aquariums varies from each manufacturer and the operating conditions of each individual aquarist is different there is a possibility that the VorTech propeller pump may cause damage to your aquarium Please contact your aquarium manufacturer to determine if your aquarium is properly built and recommended for VorTech pumps If you notice any damage to your aquarium including but not limited to crazing cracking bending scratching etc immediately discontinue the use of the VorTech prop
20. ver will automatically restart and resume normal operation You may experience an overheating error from a misalignment should first check that there is not something blocking the propeller from spinning O Stall Condition In the event of a motor stall the pump may have stopped for a few possible reasons You For other error codes and troubleshooting read the full manual at www ecotechmarine com 8 Warrant EcoTech Marine warrants to the original purchaser only that the VorTech propeller pump will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of 1 year from the date of original purchase if the product is installed and used properly and consistent with the User Manual The VorTech propeller pump consists of a wet side operating unit that will be fully submerged in the aquarium and a motor and driver that must not be exposed to water at any time EcoTech Marine s warranty shall not apply i to any damaged VorTech propeller pump that has been subjected to accident misuse neglect alteration acts of God improper handling improper transport improper storage improper use or application improper installation improper testing or unauthorized repair ii to any VorTech propeller pump where the motor and or driver have been exposed to water or iii to cosmetic problems or defects that result from normal wear and tear under ordinary use and do not affect the performance or use of the product EcoTech Marines wa
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