Pentair IntelliFlo VS+SVRS - Manual (Page 4)

IntelliFlo
VS+SVRS
features an exclusive blend of technology innovations that enable you
to slash pump-related utility costs, typically by 30% to 90%, saving hundreds of dollars
each year…and thousands over the entire life of this revolutionary pump.
• Exclusive, advanced motor technology. IntelliFlo pumps are the first to use
exclusive permanent magnet motor technology (used in hybrid cars). This provides
typical “base savings” of 30% over pumps with traditional induction motors.
• Onboard intelligence with variable drive. IntelliFlo pumps also include a variable
speed capability, along with digital controls and proprietary software that allow custom
programming of optimum pump speeds for specific tasks—filtering, heating, cleaning,
spa jets, waterfalls, etc. There are eight individual, adjustable speed settings at your
command. For virtually all applications, the optimum speed will be lower than the
pre-set, unchangeable speed of older pumps. You exploit a fundamental pump law—
slow down the pump and you can cut energy use dramatically. A good analogy is your
car: you get much better mileage at 30 mph than 90 mph.
The result of these combined innovations is a pump that uses just a small fraction of the
horsepower of a standard pump and just a fraction of the energy…about the same as an
ordinary 100-watt light bulb. This tremendous improvement in efficiency translates
directly into impressive savings.
The Savings Story
Savings Specifics
Here are realistic estimates of annual savings when comparing a traditional energy efficient (EE)
single-speed, 2 horsepower pump to IntelliFlo in a 20,000 gallon pool. Savings are calculated using
common run times of 6 and 12 hours.
l
At $0.15/kWh estimated savings range from $620 to $1,360 per year.
l
At $0.20/kWh estimated savings range from $825 to $1,810 per year.
l
At $0.30/kWh estimated savings range from $1,240 to $2,710 per year.
Savings may vary based on plumbing size and length, pump model, service factor and other
hydraulic factors. However, as you can see, the savings with IntelliFlo can be dramatic and the
return on investment almost immediate. Over the long life of the pump your savings can reach
thousands of dollars.
4