Swimming Pool Safety is one of the most important things that we should be focusing on when we open up our swimming pools and spas. Hayward is offers a Vacuum Release System or VRS that is unmatched by other companies. Their system is called the Stratum VRS. This system will monitor and measure out the amount of pressure that appears in your suction lines in both swimming pools and even spas. This system was designed so that it could be used in both a residential swimming pool and spa as well as commercial swimming pool or spa.

Features of the Stratum Vacuum Release System

Hayward only uses the most advanced technology when creating their products and the Stratum Vacuum Release System is no different. They are the only company that is able to vent the pump suction line to the atmosphere and then turn off the power to the pump motor if need be. The Stratum Vacuum Release System offers an automatic restart while the system is in protection mode. This will help get rid of wanted and unnecessary tripping of the system. The unit offers a complete internal check system that will let you know if the unit is having a problem.

You will also find that the Stratum Vacuum Release System will directly monitor the suction outlet systems and it will react to them as well. This system meets and or exceeds all of the important ASME/ANSI performance standards. The unit can be installed in under an hour. Isn’t it worth the hour and the money to ensure the safety of your family and friends who enjoy your swimming pool or spa every summer?

The Stratum Vacuum Release System is designed as a pump controller. This vacuum system will protect swimming pool and spa equipment from mechanical failures due to clogged drain, a break in the pipes that can also cause your pump motor to shut down prematurely.

The Hayward Stratum Vacuum Release System Model VR1000 is rated for a 115 VAC with a 50/60-Hertz. It can be used with up to a one horsepower motor or a 208/230 VAC pump motor to a 3 horsepower pump motor. The Stratum Vacuum Release System uses an easy to read and easy to follow system. This system allows you to set the time and date, set the timer events and select the pool tech mode.

You will also see the Hayward Stratum Vacuum Release System show you step by step what the system is doing such as Calibrating, Starting the Pump and Stabilizing. You will also see errors when they occur as well, you will see the Stop Switch, S/S Vent Error, No Stabilizing and the Self Test System.

Why is the Stratum Vacuum Release System so Important

The Stratum Vacuum Release System will help prevent the entrapment of things that can prove to be dangerous to people as well as pets. By installing the Stratum Vacuum Release System you can help reduce the risk of hair entanglements, body part entrapment, limb entrapment, disembowelment or mechanical entrapment.

If you were to ask pool owners or spa owners about their suction outlet systems and what they do and what the dangers are of leaving them uncovered, the answer will scare you, 3 out 10 pool owners know about the dangers and what they can do to prevent accidents from happening. The Stratum Vacuum Release System meets all of the federal requirements of the Virginia Graeme Baker Act.

For your own personal safety and for the safety of others that swimming in your pools or spends time in your spas. It is necessary to protect the people we love from horrible accidents like the one that happened to six-year-old Virginia Graeme Baker. Isn’t worth your peace of mind that your swimming pool or spa equipment is in compliance with federal laws?

Why not take a proactive measure before a terrible accident happen. Talk to your local Hayward Pool Representative and see what other safety measures you can put in place that will give all that swim in your pools or spas a safe and fun summer.