Vacless September Newsletter
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1. BECAUSE SAFETY MATTERS Residential Vs Commercial Pools The Virginia Graeme Baker Act states that all commercial pools spas and water features with a block able single main drain must operate an anti entrapment device The question now is what about your residential pool Wouldn t you want the same added security for your loved ones Our Vacless units are all certified and meet the requirements for the Virginia Graeme Baker Acct The units install easily in minutes and no tools are required You can also lower your homeowner s insurance premiums by installing a Vacless SVRS device So what are you waiting for Contact your local distributor for more information or visit us at www Vacless com W Vacless Pool and Spa Safety Products i io M aa nA et A nw W UV vE Vacless News Residential vs Commercial Pools Vacless 2011 MVPs New SVRS Kit Upcoming Events Product Highlight of the Month Vacless News New Test Mat Vacless Maintenance Kit Vacless SVRS Periodic Maintenance and Testing Vacless Systems Inc September 2011 Vacless Systems Inc Selected Most Valuable Product for 2011 by Aquatics International We would like to thank readers of Aquatics international for showing a great response to our product featured in Aquatics January 2011 New Product Issue and making us MVP s for 2011 Check us out here http www aquaticsintl com 2011 jun 1106 mvp html Univ2. Design Vacless Systems Inc September 2011 Product Highlight of the Month P N Model Type Similarities Recommended Application Differences RS11AD SVRS J Breather 1 Automatic Adjustable Model Pump located between 3 feet below and Adjustable Reset 1 Recommended 8 feet above pool water line Off Best model for most Adjustable to variances in system s Port applications suction forces Vacuum gauge allows for easy adjustment setting For tight installation space Vacless New Test Mat This Vacless SVRS Test Mat facilitates the validation of pool spa suction systems protected with Vacless or any other vacuum release system The Mat assembly includes a Silicone based 15 Diameter rubber pad and a pole attachment kit The Mat shall be used in lieu of any shut off valve that would be installed 1n the suction side of the pump for the purpose of the system validation test as required by ASME A112 19 17 and APSP 7 After the mat assembly is connected to the pole fully cover the main drain with the mat and observe the activation of the SVRS The Mat kit will be available for distribution by November Ist 2011 Vacless New Test Mat Vacless Systems Inc September 2011 Vacless Pool and Spa Safety Products Maintenance Kit Detailed Description This kit contains everything needed for the piston lubrication quick O ring cleaning and easy pool vacuuming The kit will help keep yo
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4. disassemble the cap item 5 remove the piston from the cap clean amp lubricate the piston O ring clean amp lube the inside of the cap reinstall the spring and reassemble the valve using fresh Teflon tape or Teflon paste d Repeat step a If the piston is still sluggish or sticking please call Vacless technical support at 818 899 1755 e During the pool floor vacuuming use the provided red plug to maintain the cleaner s elevated vacuum level Start the pump then install the plug after the piston is depressed Warning The red plug must be removed after vacuuming 3 Field Verification Testing After or before servicing as shown above perform monthly tests per the device Users Manual paragraph 6 or follow the following steps a Leave the main suction inlet open and plug all other inlet ports to the pump including skimmers b Simulate entrapment by completely plugging off the open suction inlet using a ball butterfly or a sliding gate valve installed within 2 feet upstream from the pump You can also simulate entrapment by completely plugging off the open suction outlet inlet using a 10 X10 rubber mat attached to a long pole If a mat is used turn the pump off pull amp slide the mat off c Verify that the piston item 1 is depressed inside the valve and observe that partly the water in the pump strainer pot is being displaced amp replaced temporarily by air If needed readjust per the User s Manual para
5. ersal SVRS Kit Vacless Systems Inc and Afras Industries have teamed up to create a new Universal SVRS Kit Vacless introduces the Universal SVRS Kit with Universal drain cover included Now you will be able to get two great products in one kit maximizing the safety of your pool and spa for family and friends This kit is intended for both commercial and residential installations Why not offer the same safety standards as now mandatory on all commercial pools spas or water features Here are some facts about the Universal drain cover from Afras e 11 125 diameter p n 10064A e ANSI ASME Certified to A112 19 8 and VGB Pool and Spa Safety Act 2008 Gg White o o AOTT e Max Flow Rate 188 GPM floor mount and 160 GPM wall WE Because Safety Matters mount EG e Retrofits to most existing Main Drains and Sumps currently installed PacFab American Products Pentair Waterway CMP Color Match ABF e Hardware included acless x BECAUSE Vacuum Limiting Systems amp SAFETY MATTERS Drain Covers f SVRS Test Equipment in Minutes Vacless Automatic Breathers provide immediate vacuum relief upon entrapment Upcoming Events November 2 4 2011 Don t gamble with your life Join us at the International Pool Spa Patio Expo located at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas Nevada to learn about how installing a Vacless SVRS can save you and your loved ones Booth Number 1631 New Booth
6. ur Safety Vacuum Release valve functioning properly The following is included with the kit VAC55 e VAC50 Silicone lube 2 0z Dropper bottle for dispensing Silicone into the small perforations of the cap e Piston O ring qty 2 e Cleaning Swaps 25 Pack Makes it easy to clean the hard to reach areas and grooves e Teflon Tape Thread sealing tape e Red Plugs Blocks air induction during the pool floor vacuuming Contact Your Pool Professional or Retailer for Vacless Products Visit www vacless com or call 818 899 1700 for more information Vacless Systems Inc September 2011 Vacless SVRS Periodic Maintenance Field Verification 1 Schedule Depending on the environmental conditions of the pool the Vacless valve needs periodic on site servicing and testing generally once a month in the swimming season 2 Maintenance Use Kit P N VACS5 a Check to insure the piston item 1 is functioning properly by pushing the piston protruding pin item 2 few times The piston should move freely with reasonable finger pushes b For sluggish piston lubricate the piston O ring using the provided lubrication dropper bottle P N VAC50 by squeezing few drops equally spaced thru the small perforations item 3 and evenly spread the lubricant to wet the O ring by cycling pushing the piston several times c Repeat step a If the piston is still sluggish or sticking remove the valve from the pump remove the two screws item 4
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