VAC-ALERT MODEL VA-2000S (Submerged) 

• The Vac-alert Model VA-2000S is a Safety Vacuum Release System (SVRS) designed for submerged suction applications. Submerged suction in this case applies to all applications where the circulating pump suction is below the level of the pool water surface. This unit incorporates a 0.375” diameter orifice opening installed below the surge tube section. This orifice opening is sized to provide a limited amount of pump start-up surge protection, while at the same time allowing enough air into the piping system to insure dissipation of the dynamic suction force caused by the circulating pump.

  The Model VA-2000S SVRS unit also utilizes a check valve assembly equipped with a 0.25 pound spring and a non-vented poppet (no poppet disc or hole through the poppet). This check valve assembly utilizes a light duty spring to minimize the sealing force of the check valve. The non-vented poppet insures that water from the circulating system, under a positive hydrostatic head condition, does not migrate up into the SVRS

• The perfect safety solution for every pump that draws water, including pools, spas, fountains, slides and vacuum ports.
• Self monitoring, non electrical and low maintenance.
• Easy to install within thirty minutes. An installation DVD is included with every unit. It is recommended to use a pool professional.
• Long lasting design features moisture resistant PVC, and stainless steel construction.
• Proven to work - some states such as Texas, North Carolina, and other places like Ontario, Canada are requiring commercial pool owners use equipment like Vac-Alert to retrofit pools and spas.
• Meets all requirements of the International Code Council, both the International Building Code (IBC) and the International Residential Code (IRC). Meets or exceeds all the ANSI/ASME performance standards for safety vacuum release systems.
• 3-year limited warranty ensures reliability.
• Won't damage your pump when tripped.

Vac-Alert VA-2000 in Compliance with ASME/ANSI A112.19.17 as required by the International Building Codes (IBC) and the International Residential Codes (IRC)

The Vac-Alert VA-2000 was tested by Applied Research Laboratories and found to comply with ASME/ANSI 112.19.17, "Manufactured Safety Vacuum Release Systems (SVRS) for Residential and Commercial Swimming Pool, Spa, Hot Tub and Wading Pool Suction Systems."

The ASME/ANSI 112.19.17 is the required standard in the International Building Code (IBC) adn the International Residential Code (IRC) for items that provide vacuum relief (SVRS).

Suction Entrapment

When a swimmer becomes stuck to a drain or suction outlet in a swimming pool, spa, wading pool, or hot tub, the force of the filtration system can be tremendous. This “suction entrapment” will hold the bather in its grip until either the vacuum is broken, or he or she drowns, defying the rescue efforts of onlookers.