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I have a Pool pump that can run on 120v and 220v which is better?
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∙ 14y ago
It depends on whether there is available an extra space for the two pole breaker for 240 volts and on the distance away from the distribution panel the well pump is located. You would be able to use a smaller wire size when using the 240 volt connection. My choice would be to use the 240 volt connection.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 14y agoUse the 220 volt connection. The wire size to feed the motor will be smaller and the motor will run more smoothly.
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How many amps are needed for a 220V well?
It depends on the motor. The motor determines the amperage. Should be written on the well pump itself.
Converting a pump motor from 110 to 220v 2 hot leads and a ground is there any use for the neutral?
we dont need a neutral because we had a 2 hot leads
How many watts does a water pump use?
It would depend on how deep your well is, and how efficient the pump.
Can you use a 240 volt pool pump on normal house power?
Most typical US residences have both 240 and 120 AC voltage. The pump would have to tie into a 240 volt breaker in your electric panel. To ensure safety have an electrician familiar with pool installations install the wiring and motor/pump and also make sure that the breaker is sized for the motor amperage rating. In many pool installations a separate electric panel will be installed outside near the pump and any pool electric devices.
What size in amperage circuit breaker should be used for a pool pump?
The sizing of the circuit breaker and hence the wire size to feed the pump are all dependant upon the amperage of the pump. This question can not be answered without that information.
How far can you run a 1.5 hp swimming pool pump on 12 2 with a ground?
12-2 can easily support a 220V 1.5 HP pump out to 200Ft. However you may need a separate #8 ground wire in some states.
Is the AquaCal pool heating pump better or worse than SureTemp's pool heating pump?
I am no heat pump expert, but whatever you do, DO NOT buy a suretemp pool heating pump, as they stop working under 65 degrees. Their web site and literature state 45 degrees, but that is not the truth. I have called them about my new pool heater and they say there is nothing they can do.
Can you replace a shallow well pump with an above ground pool pump and will it have enough suction lift to lift the water 20ft?
Above ground pool pumps are made to sit at or below the water level, not to pull water up. If placed above the water level, or away from the pool-side they will not circulate the water properly and may not even prime. For your well, a better option is to go for an in-ground pool pump - or better still, purchase a pump made for your particular application.
Why does pool pump not pump?
is it on
How do you get better circulation in an in-ground pool that has no main drain?
You may try a suction side pool cleaner. Connects into the skimmer. No booster pump needed. Pool Vac, Kreepy Krauly are but a few.
A pool light has a gfic that keeps popping the pump is wired for 220v on the same feed Light works wired with out gfic and gfic has been replaced Could the gfic pop from 220v or is the pool light bad?
From your description, it sound as if the wiring is incorrect and either the neutral or the hot wire is being shared incorrectly. This causes the GFCI to measure a residual current and trip. Go back and verify that the hot and neutral wires are not shared with any other circuit.
Do pool pump make a griding noise when running?
there is probably something in the pool that got into the pump
What is current draw on a 220v single phase 1.5hp pump with 80gpm and 30ft tdh?
5amps
Do I need a swimming pool contractor to repair a broken pump?
A swimming pool contractor would not be necessary. An electrician or a small engine repairperson would be a better, and cheaper, choice.
What is the furthest distance from the pool that you can install the pool pump and filter?
I would say 10 yards easy. if the ground is flat.. if the pump is lower that the pool ? it may take a bigger pump ..use pvc. and never use tread tape on a plastic pump ! your pool pump repair guy in longwood fl.
Is it normal for the pool pump to fill up with water while the pool is still filling up?
Certainly, if the pump is running. The primary pump intake is the main drain at the deepest part of the pool.
Can you hook up two pool filters back-to-back to increase efficiency?
Wouldn't it be better to simply buy ONE more efficient pump rather than having two? My neighbor does have one pump for the automatic vacuum and one pump for general filtering. He did, however, have these put in when the pool was installed.
