Century VGreen Evo Variable Speed Motor Installation Guide

Century VGreen Evo Variable Speed Motor

Installation Manual and User Guide

Safety is emphasized throughout this Installation Manual and User Guide. These are safety alert symbols and signal words. They alert the user to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages to avoid possible injury or death or damage to equipment and other property

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

• Read and follow all instructions carefully.
• Disconnect and lock out power before installation and maintenance.

INTRODUCTION

The VG reen Evo™ motor is a cost-effective variable speed replacement pool pump motor designed to provide pool owners with maximum savings over traditional single speed motors. The variable speed design allows the motor to be programmed at the optimal settings for the pool allowing for energy savings. The VG reen Evo motor offers ease of installation with direct drop-in replacement for all applications and features an easy to program user interface to allow for a simplified user experience, making it the perfect choice for your next pool installation or motor replacement.

VGreen Evo Motor Features:

• Freeze Protection
• Sealed Ball Bearings
• TEFC Design
• Rotation: CCWPE
• Single Phase
• 50/60 Hz
• Variable Speed Operation (600 -3450 RPM)
• 303 Stainless Steel Shaft
• Class F Insulation
• 50°C Ambient
• Dual Voltage 230/115 VAC, Auto-Voltage Detect Enabled Device

Benefits:

• New simplified user interface allows for easier programming and motor setup with the push of one button
• IPX5 moisture intrusion rating provides enhanced protection against moisture
• Lightweight, compact design, and rotatable mains wiring compartment allows for ease of installation
• Available in both square flange and C-Face mounting configurations to allow for replacement versatility
• UV and rainproof enclosure helps to protect against harsh weather conditions to extend motor life

QUICK START INSTRUCTION

When power is applied to the VG reen Evo™ motor for the first time it will automatically run the programmed default schedule. This feature ensures that the VG reen Evo motor will re-start in the event of a power outage.

Refer to section 4.5 Schedule Set Mode – to view the default operating schedule, or to set the VG reen Evo at one of the other operating schedules.

WIRING

SHOCK HAZARD

The VG reen Evo motor must be wired according to the locally adopted version of the NEC. A licensed, qualified electrician should complete the wiring for this product. The motor is designed to operate with 230/115 VAC single phase power, and is equipped with auto-voltage detection.

The VGreen Evo motor is designed to handle a direct wire connection, the wire insulation should be stripped to a length of approximately 0.33″. The terminal block is capable of handling solid or stranded wire up to 12 AWG in size. The screw for the mains connections should be properly tightened to a torque value of 10 in-lb.

OPERATING THE VGREEN EVO™ MOTOR

The VGreen Evo™ motor is equipped with 5 different modes that can all be reached by a series of button presses on the user interface as outlined in sections 4.1 through 4.5.

NOTE: The user can only reach each mode from operating mode, with the exception of moving from schedule set mode to schedule check mode.

OPERATING MODE

Operating Mode will automatically start once power is applied to the motor and will run the preset or user defined schedule. To turn the motor off power must be disconnected. The below illustrations show the different scenarios possible during Operating Mode:

While the power is off, the light will be off and the motor will NOT be running

While in Operating Mode (during Priming) light will be on continuously and motor will be running:

While in Operating Mode (during Schedule @ Running RPM) the light will be on continuously, the motor will be running:

While in Operating Mode (during Schedule @ 0 RPM) the light will be on continuously, the motor will NOT be running:

OVERRIDE MODE

The VGreen Evo™ motor is equipped with an Override Mode , which can be engaged to temporarily run at 3450 RPM OR high speed if the motor is currently operating at less than 3450 RPM. If the motor is operating at 3450 RPM there will be no change in motor speed. Follow the illustrations below to operate Override Mode:

To enter Override Mode PRESS button 1 time:

While in Override Mode light will blink slowly:

To exit Override Mode PRESS and HOLD button for 3 seconds then release:

Automatic timeout of Override Mode:

PAUSE MODE

The VGreen Evo™ motor is equipped with a Pause Mode that will allow theuser to temporarily stop the VGreen Evo motor for maintenance work without disrupting the 24 hour schedule (i.e., for backwashing the filter). If the VGreen Evo motor is currently running, the user can follow the below illustrations to operate Pause Mode:

To enter Pause Mode PRESS button 2 times:

While in Pause Mode light will blink slowly:

To exit Pause Mode PRESS and HOLD button for 3 seconds then release:

There is NO automatic timeout of Pause Mode:

SCHEDULE CHECK MODE

The VGreen Evo™ motor is equipped with a Schedule Check Mode that will allow the user to check which of the 8 available schedules the motor is currently operating. The user can follow the below illustrations to operate Schedule Check Mode:

To enter Schedule Check Mode PRESS button 3 times. After pressing the button 3 times, the light will turn on for 3 seconds then turn off:

Once the light turns back on, begin counting. The light will blink 1-8 times depending upon the set schedule. Then, the light will turn off for 3 seconds:

Once the light blinking sequence is complete the light will turn off and the motor will automatically return to **Operating Mode:

**

NOTE: You can enter Schedule Check Mode while the motor is in Operating Mode.

SCHEDULE SET MODE

The VGreen Evo™ motor is equipped with two sets of energy efficient operating schedules: Schedule Set A and Schedule Set B. Schedule Set B is California Energy Commission 2021 Compliant.

The 8 pre-programmed operating schedules for the Schedule Set A can be seen in the table below.

To select this set of schedules the dip switch positions must be set to, #3 OFF, #4 OFF.

SCHEDULE SET A

SCHEDULE

|

PRIME
(WHEN MOTOR STARTS FROM A STOPPED POSITION)

|

HOURS 0-2

| HOURS 2-4|

HOURS 4-6

Schedule 1 (Factory Default)

| 3 minute prime @ 3450 RPM| 3450 RPM| 2750 RPM|
Schedule 2| 3 minute prime @ 3450 RPM| 3450 RPM|

2850 RPM

|

Schedule 3

| 3 minute prime @ 3450 RPM| 3450 RPM| 1750
Schedule 4| 3 minute prime @ 3450 RPM| 3250 RPM| |

1150

Schedule 5

| 3 minute prime @ 3450 RPM| | | 1725
Schedule 6| None|

WATER FEATURE ONLY (1100 RPM)

Schedule 7

| None| WATER FEATURE ONLY (1725 RPM)
Schedule 8| None|

WATER FEATURE ONLY (3450 RPM)

24 HOURS

TIME
HOURS 6-8| HOURS 8-10| HOURS 10-12| HOURS 12-18| HOURS 18-24
1750 RPM| 1150 RPM| 0 RPM
1850 RPM| 1250 RPM| 0 RPM
RPM| 1150 RPM| 0 RPM
RPM| 3250 RPM| 0 RPM
RPM
FOR USE WITH CONNECTED POOL PUMP TIMER
FOR USE WITH CONNECTED POOL PUMP TIMER
FOR USE WITH CONNECTED POOL PUMP TIMER

SCHEDULE SET MODE – CONTINUED

The 8 pre-programmed operating schedules for Schedule Set B: California Energy Commission 2021 Compliant Schedules can be seen in the table below.

To select this set of schedules the dip switch positions must be set to, #3 ON, #4 OFF.

SCHEDULE SET B: CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION 2021 COMPLIANT SCHEDULES

SCHEDULE| PRIME
(WHEN MOTOR STARTS FROM A STOPPED POSITION)|
HOURS 0-2| HOURS 2-4| HOURS 4-6
Schedule 1

(Factory Default)

| 3 minute prime @ 3450 RPM| 3450 RPM| 2850| RPM
Schedule 2| 3 minute prime @ 3450 RPM| 3350 RPM| 2750| RPM
Schedule 3| 3 minute prime @ 3450 RPM| 3250 RPM| 2650| RPM
Schedule 4| 3 minute prime @ 3450 RPM| 3150| RPM| 2550
Schedule 5| 3 minute prime @ 3450 RPM| 3050| RPM| 2450
Schedule 6| 3 minute prime @ 3450 RPM| 2950| RPM| 2350
Schedule 7| 3 minute prime @ 3450 RPM| 3450 RPM| 2850| RPM
Schedule 8| 3 minute prime @ 3450 RPM| 2950| RPM|

24 HOURS

TIME

HOURS 8-10| HOURS 10-12| HOURS 12-18| HOURS 18-24|

HOURS 18-24

2250 RPM

| 1550 RPM|

0 RPM

2150 RPM

| 1450 RPM| 0 RPM
1950 RPM| 1350 RPM|

0 RPM

1850 RPM

|

1250 RPM

| 0 RPM| 0 RPM
1750 RPM| 1150 RPM| 0 RPM|

0 RPM

1650 RPM| 1050 RPM| 0 RPM|

0 RPM

2250 RPM

| 1550 RPM
2350 RPM| 1650 RPM|

1050 RPM

Once you have the dip switches in the proper position, the user can then select which of the 8 pre-programmed operating schedules they would like the VG reen Evo™ motor to run in by entering Schedule Set Mode.

The user can follow the below illustrations to operate Schedule Set Mode:

To enter Schedule SetMode PRESS and HOLD button for 3 seconds then release:

While in Schedule Set Mode light will blink quickly:

To set the desired schedule, PRESS the button the number of times as the schedule number. For example, to set schedule 8 PRESS the button 8 times and then PRESS and HOLD for 3 seconds, then release:

NOTE: To confirm the newly set schedule, the motor will automatically go into Schedule Check Mode. Refer to section 4.4 for more information on Schedule Check Mode. If at any time the motor does not enter Schedule Check Mode after inputting the desired schedule, repeat the steps above.

Automatic exiting of Schedule Set Mode:

NOTE: The motor start time begins when power is initially applied to the motor. If the user changes the schedule and does not cycle power to the motor, the start time of the new schedule will remain the same as the previous schedule.

PRIMING

The VG reen Evo™ motor will always run the priming sequence when starting from the stopped position, except when a schedule is selected that does not include a priming sequence. The prime setting is 3450 RPM for 3 minutes.

FREEZE PROTECTION

In the event that the outside air temperature drops below 39°F, the VG reen Evo motor will automatically turn on and circulate the pool water. The Freeze Protection will run according to the following conditions (utilizing the factory default settings):

Freeze Protection Turn On Temperature = 39°F
Freeze Protection Duration = 1 Hour
Freeze Protection Speed = 1725 RPM

Once this one hour period has elapsed, the VG reen Evo motor will check the ambient temperature again. If the temperature is still below the set threshold, the VG reen Evo motor will run for an additional 1 hour.

If the temperature is above the threshold, the VG reen Evo motor will automatically return to the 24-hour based schedule.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

The VG reen Evo motor is both reliable and robust in harsh environments. However, general care and maintenance should be followed to ensure optimum reliability of this product. It is recommended to always a install a new mechanical shaft seal when installing a new replacement motor, and follow these monthly care and maintenance steps.

1. Check for leaks and low water levels – Inspect equipment and plumbing for water leaks around the equipment pad. A water or air leak may be present if:
   • Moisture is present around the base of the pump
   • Water is leaking from any plumbing or other equipment
   • Air bubbles are present in the pump basket or pool returns Contact a qualified pool service professional to repair any leaks and prevent your pump running dry which could lead to water damage and bearing failure.

2. Clear debris and ensure proper ventilation – Clean the fan inlet on the back of the VG reen Evo motor and keep the surrounding area free of large debris such as leaves, branches, mulch, plastic bags, chemical storage, etc.

3. Clear pump basket and impeller – Regularly clear pump basket and impeller to ensure proper operation of pump filtration system.

4. Clean/Backwash filter – Regularly clean/backwash filter to ensure proper operation of pump and filtration system.

FAULT STATUS, MANUAL RESTART AND POWER OUTAGES

The table below illustrates possible faults that can occur with the VG reen Evo™ motor. If the VG reen Evo motor does not restart automatically disconnect power to the motor for approximately 3 minutes, then reapply power to the motor. If this does not correct the situation, contact your local Pool Service Professional.

In the event of a power outage or if power is cycled, the motor will start operating at hour one of the previously set schedule.

For example, when installed with a mechanical time clock the off/on trippers will restart the schedule daily when the on tripper applies power. If you wish to operate at another schedule or reset the current schedule, refer to section 4.5 Schedule Set Mode.

# OF FLASHES

| ERROR CONDITION| ERROR RESET CONDITION
---|---|---
1| Input voltage too high or low|

Ensure input voltage is in the correct range.

2

| VGreen Evo motor current too high| Cycle power to the VG reen Evo motor.
3| Internal temperature too high|

Wait for temperature of the motor to cool down. Ensure VGreen Evo motor is clear of obstructions that limit proper ventilation.

4

| VGreen Evo motor stalled| Check pump impeller and VGreen Evo motor fan for obstructions, then cycle power to motor.
5| Internal VGreen Evo motor failure|

Cycle power to VGreen Evo motor. If problem persists, contact your local pool service professional.

6

| Communication lost|

Check low voltage connections between VG reen Evo motor and application board (3-wire harness).

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

fuse, reset breaker/GFI.
Tighten mains wire connections.
VGreen Evo motor shaft is locked| Check if the VGreen Evo motor can be rotated by hand and remove any blockage.
VGreen Evo motor shaft is damaged| Replace VGreen Evo motor.
VGREEN EVO MOTOR RUNS THEN STOPS| Over temperature FAULT| Check that back of VGreen Evo motor is free from dirt and debris. Use compressed air to clean.
Over current FAULT| VGreen Evo motor will automatically restart after 6 minutes.
VGREEN EVO MOTOR IS NOISY| Debris in contact with fan| Check that back of VGreen Evo motor is free from dirt and debris. Use compressed air to clean.
Debris in strainer basket| Clean strainer basket.
Loose mounting| Check that mounting bolts of VGreen Evo motor and pump are tight.
VGREEN EVO MOTOR RUNS, BUT NO FLOW| Impeller is loose| Check that VGreen Evo motor is spinning by looking at fan on back of VGreen Evo motor. If so, check that pump impeller is correctly installed.
Air leak| Check plumbing connections and verify they are tight.
Clogged or restricted plumbing| Check for blockage in strainer or suction side piping.
Check for blockage in discharge piping including partially closed valve or dirty pool filter.

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