Jandy VS FloPro 1.0 HP Variable Speed Pump - Overview

In this article I go over the Jandy VS FloPro 1.0 HP Variable Speed pump and   what comes in the box,  and an initial walk thru of the installation process. If your thinking about replacing your old standard speed pump with a variable speed pump, the Jandy VS pumps are top notch. There are several ways to connect the Jandy VS FloPro and I will touch on them here.

If you currently have an AquaLink automated controller, you can order the VS FloPro without the JEP-R controller. All you would need to do is wire it into your existing Pump Relay and you are set to go. The automated system will recognize the pump and you can set the schedule and RPM thru the AquaLink menu.

If you don't have an Automated system you will need to order a controller with the pump since Jandy pumps do not come with a built in controller on the pump itself. You can order the VS FloPro 1.0 HP with a mount for the back of your pump and the JEP-R controller can be mounted to the pump. I prefer to mount the JEP-R controller to the wall however as it is easier to access and program in most cases.

As mentioned the stand alone Jandy VS pumps use the JEP-R controller to set the run time and pump RPM. The JEP-R is well designed but the menu takes some getting used to. You can program various speeds for different features like Solar Panels, your Automatic cleaner and your Heater. But there is a learning curve and if you are unfamiliar with these types of controllers you migth find the JEP-R daunting

The second option and the one that I recommend is to order the pump and also order the iQPUMP01. The iQPUMP01 is an innovative way to control the VS FloPro thru your smart phone or device using the iAquaLink app. It works on both the Android and Apple and it is the easiest way to set your schedules, RPM and to see your energy use. This is the way I would go vs the JEP-R.

With the iQPUMP01 you can easily set several run times and monitor your electricity use as the iQPUMP01 displays the wattage at each set RPM. You will really like the ease of use of the iQPUMP01 and it takes minutes to set up and use with the iAquaLink app.

The pump comes with a few parts that are notable. First let me touch on the Base that comes with the VS FloPro. The Base can be used to replace a number of pump models and I will list them here for you and the Base configuration:

No Base Required:

Hayward Super Pump

Pentair SuperFlo

Sta-Rite SuperMax

Small Base (included):

Hayward Super II

Jandy PlusHP

Jandy Max HP

Small Base with Spacers (Spacers included)

Pentair WisperFlo

Sta-Rite Dyna-Glas

Small Base + Large Base (not included – part #R0546400)

Sta-Rite Max E Pro

Sta-Rite Dura-Glas

Sta-Rite Dura-Glas II

Sta-Rite Max-E-Glas

So if your pump sits a cement pad which is most of the cases, the Base will allow you to swap out your old pump with the Jandy Vs FloPro and the pump inlet will match up perfectly.

Also included are two 2” unions for the inlet and discharge of the pump. These unions are a nice touch and make for an easy installation. These are high temp and very tight fitting unions so air leaks will not be an issue. If you have 1.5” PVC pipes you can order reducers that go over the unions.

Last, there is the wire to connect the pump to an Aqualink or the JEP-R if you decide to go with that. If you decide to go with the iQPUMP01, it comes with it's own wires built in.

If you can go with the 1.0 HP version over the 2.0 HP version it will save you more on your total energy usage. The maximum watts of the 1.0 HP is 1400 Watts, whereas the 2.0 HP has a maximum wattage of 2400. I replaced a 2.0 HP WisperFlo with the 1.0 HP (1.65 total HP) Vs FloPro at this pool and you hardly notice a difference. The pool is relatively small at 15,000 gallons and it has a large 320 sq ft filter and no water features. So I could install the 1.0 HP version to maximize the energy savings.

The pump comes with a nice handle on top making it easy to carry and install. A very nice touch on a finely crafted pump. And last, the pump area is very large making it ideal for most homeowners.

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