Just curious if this area needs to be full at all times or just a steady flow on intake. I even removed the outflow from the filter and ran that directly in case the filter was clogged. If it still trips the breaker, it may have shorted out the motor windings, and is not repairable. We recently had a makeover of our backyard where we replaced the concrete with pavers and it could very well be the sands and dust (yes, I had to vacuum the pool a couple times to get it clean) that got into the parts that helped speed up the demise of the pump. If the motor is fried, you can either replace the motor and shaft seal or spend more, and replace the entire pump (although the motor is the only thing you would really need). Yes, pool heaters do have a minimum flow requirement. 5. Have a brand new Hayward power flo LX. I am very sure the water comes from underneath, not from plumbing fitting threads. Hi Steve, this can be from reduced flow, like a VS pump running on low speed, and some water vaporizing into steam. First time pool owner (obviously dont know what we are doing). When we first started both up there were no issues, however now when the heater kicks on the pump starts to make a high pitched noise. How to Read and Adjust the Hayward Aqua Rite SCG Operational Values. The most common areas for an air leak are the pump lid (is it as tight as possible? One of the tads were not in the slot. "name": "In The Swim",
You need to be really sure about the actual salinity reading. Thank you! I assume from your post that there are 2 possibilities 1) bad capacitor (I assume I can spot it visually) or 2) frozen shaft or propeller (how do I spot it and fix it? Open faced impellers need very large pliers, or a strap wrench, some have special tools to remove open brass impellers. ]), it should cleanly separate the two copper tabs of the stationary switch. If you see any damage, replace your flow switch. The pump is only one year old. Hi Davy, my pump is on a timer and will occasionally fail to turn on in the morning. A lb of DE is by volume, equal to a 1 lb coffee can, or about 4 cups of dry measure. ), and the pipe that threads into the pump (is it loose, shrunken? Please help! They are easily replaceable. Then it wouldnt turn back on. I have an older Hayward Pool pump for an above ground pool. Any new postings here are unlikely to be seen or responded to by other members. Power is always present at supply input. Hi Theresa, if the pump is overheating, and shutting off for 20 minutes to cool down and then starting again, thats not usually a good sign, altho could be incorrect voltage or loose connections. Thanks. Check that hoses are clamped tight to fitting. That is the black cylinder located in the rear of the motor, at 9 oclock. Hi Kenny, not to my knowledge, you should see some display even without gas hookup. I have a six year old Hayward sp3400vsp and theyre recommending I replace it with the pen take intelliflo. You can consult the flow charts for each model, to compare flow rates among two pumps, with a given (or assumed) level of resistance (feet of head). When incoming pipes or valves are clogged, you can get a surge. Hi, I have 2 issues with my 1530 above pool. Replace with exact duplicated MFD numbers. Tim, all I can think of is maybe the pump is not self-priming pump? Do you have any ideas?? Then sometimes with no rhyme or reason the pump shuts down and will not come back on until after I turn off and on all breakers. Contact a professional for further assistance. I removed it and put the old pump back (20 years old), it works and does not shut down. It leaks where the seal plate connects to the pump/strainer housing. If thats not it, check the valves on the suction side (skimmer/main drain) to be sure they are not leaking air. I bought same pump and electrician put on old twist lock cord from previous pump. Hi Christy, there may be a GFCI test button that popped, on an outlet below the breaker box, or on a light pole? A start capacitor is supposed to only be energized for a few seconds to start the motor, and once the centrifugal switch opens and releases contact with the stationary switch, the capacitor is released. Signs of wear under the wear ring is normal, and it should be pumping normally. I checked valves inside pump, and new o ring was installed. The hotel has an excellent location, close to a wonderful coral reef, lagoon with natural pool and sandy beach, outdoor swimming pool available all year round, private beach area, kitesurfing center and bar. Pushing down on the handle briefly (pump off) can often dislodge the debris, and no gasket replacement is necessary if you are lucky. Let it sit overnight . Look for any small drips or oozing around the filter, or you may be able to hear a small hiss, when the pump shuts off. If it is not a clog, it could be a collapsed skimmer line or drain line, if flex pipe was used underground on these lines. I checked impeller and seems to be spInning freely with no debris. Loose wire connections or touching terminal connections cause sparking. On attempting to open the pool, the motor started humming. I have a Hayward pump for my above ground pool, it is two years old. If the amps show a reading that isnt within range, then you should replace your Turbo Cell. Hi Matt, sound like the bearings have gone bad, and now they are so bad that the shaft has locked up or is binding, and that trips the breaker. my hayward pump will only work when the nob is turned to 110 Remove the two wires connected to the capacitor, with a small flathead, or needle nose pliers. A spike below 100V or above 140V, could blow a capacitor. Is there a reset button or do I just need to wait until the water evaporates and it should turn back on? Anyone have similar problems or have an idea what we r doing wrong? It could be a problem the other way around, AG pumps cannot lift water vertically, so are not used on inground pools. I have an Ecostar That has developed a pinhole spray leak at the top of where the pump housing oring sits between the pump and motor. I purchased a hayward powerflo matrix 1.5 pump and Proseries 21 Filter a week and a half ago. Does it mean the problem is on the pump itself ? I have chalked all the connections and lubricated the basket seal. Ive had the pool for about a month and all has been fine but while I am ordering a new hose is there a replacement hose I can use in the meantime? 14 x 28 inground, water clear. Hi Mark, should it be 115V? If that does not fix the issue, the problem goes deeper, and it may be a fatal error in the motor. I added new wire and plug end but when I plug it in it trips the breaker. Higher horsepower motors are usually only 230V, above 2 hp, but lower hp motors are sometimes reversible, or have the ability to wire either with 110V or 220V, but they will say this on the motor label if they are (reversible) and have a diagram also. "@type": "ImageObject",
I have a Hayward sp 2603 vsp pump which is a year old has been working fine but 2 days ago I turned it on it ran about 1 minute, it cut off and on the display it says error code 11 and it will not run. Hope you can help! Hard for me to say if the motor is shot, but it has sure had a rough life! The click I was speaking of is definitely in the motor, not the outlet, although I realize they are right next to each other. Third, is there a valve closed after the filter, or some other obstruction? Hi Frank, two possible reasons might be nighttime moisture (dew), or small insects, both contacting the circuit, on the timer or connected electrical outlet, and causing a brief short, which can trip the breaker. you can keep running it, while you get parts sure. Just hoping for some feed back and the name plate is missing from the Tristar Motor, to actually know the exact motor we have? Theres not much room back there for wires, and if they get too close to other things. Check the pump lid o-ring or gasket, and be sure the lid is very tight. Work through the chart below if your heater displays the following error codes. Check for water under the display, or in the control box area. First, I want to ensure the pool is voltage free, thus grounded and all components are bonded, I know many pumps have a zinc plate that actually bonds the water. But most aboveground pool pumps are 115V, and certainly is if it came with the cord. Chlorinator Pro CP-15 Cell. Hayward pumps come in a variety of horsepowers, voltages and speeds. I just bought this pump 3-4 yrs ago? However, many inground pools do not run the pump 24/7, but operate it from 12-18 hrs daily, depending on the need, and the ability of the filtration system and sanitation efforts, etc Some small systems do need to run 24/7, but a properly sized system has a timeclock, to set it to run for around 12 hours per day (less during cool periods, more during hot spells)>. Fourth, check the motor shaft to be sure that it spins easily by hand, fifth, you can check the capacitor (for capacitance), if the motor still isnt starting. Hi Renaud, many motors come wired to accept 230V, but are reversible to 115V. . You can, if possible, vacuum to waste by setting the multiport on the Drain to Waste setting, and then vacuuming fast you will discharge silty debris out of the pool. second most common is the pump lid or drain plug, lube the lid oring and teflon tape on the drain plug. I was only able to read and yes feel voltage in the pool when the main pump was running only. If you have a power meter you can turn clock on and see if power is getting to the motor 110-120V. Timer 1 comes on at 10:30 at 1450rpms and runs to 3:30. How To Fix The Problem I replaced the impeller ring and noticed it Right now I can hear the pump running hard when it is turned on, but pressure gauge shows 0. And make sure the bolts are tight of course. https://twitter.com/inyopoolsFOLLOW us on INSTAGRAM! Shouldnt be having a problem so soon, no but it can happen, but more likely to not be the shaft seal, but the exit pipe, or a leak around the impeller housing, check the bolts around the pump, to be sure they are tight. Hayward North Star replaces capacitors Twice in a span of 3 month now pool pump not making any noise wondering if I can replace capacitor a third time. After running almost 24 hours the pressure went upto 30 which is the maxium number on our filter gauge and the water circulation stopped. I need some advice for my 15 x 30 x 48 AG oblong swimming pool. it runs about 30 minutes and trips the breaker. If it is a union valve, cream also on the union nut. 3200 ppm is the ideal level. Now what? The actual unit of measurement for DE powder (lol) is a 1 lb coffee can size scoop. Also check that the clips and o-rings on the SS bump shaft are all in place. Hi Robin, an F5 code? Directions say to hold motor end of shaft with wrench and to turn impeller counterclockwise (by hand). OR actually, since you say that it starts good and then loses flow that would be different probably an air leak in front of the pump (pump lid, or the pipe coming into the pump, or leaky suction side valve), or a stuck skimmer weir blocking water flow, or low water level causing a vortex in the skimmer. You could also adjust the pressure switch (on most heaters), to allow it to come on with slightly less pressure, (1 psi instead of 2 psi). Hi Julie, is the FLO error code on the heater? Or could it be a dirty motor or ground wire that isnt connected well enough? La mayora de las veces la vlvula de gas est cerrada, el tanque de propano est bajo, el encendedor est roto o el sensor de fuego no est colocado correctamente. I have a Hayward pump making more of a rattling sound inconsistent in nature. the tubes are sealed at the end by the two seal plates. If you have an electric shop nearby, they could test it, but if its around 10 yrs old, you may assume its dead. As soon as I hook it up and it starts pumping water the pump slows down and struggles, the sound is very noticeable. I replaced the pump thinking it was bad. 3. replacement. Hi, when my Hayward pool heater is on Im getting a sour odour from the exhaust. Whenever Ive seen that its from too much voltage, like connecting 220V to a motor wired for 110V. Hi, I have a Hayward pump and it was running my barracuda g3 just fine but it stopped hours later. The pump said it came prewired for 230V, but we are running 115V. What does F5 mean? One washer on each side of the spring, you are correct. I inspected the impeller and it looks fine except where the threads are there are tiny hairline fractions. Also check that the stationary switch (6 oclock) and the centrifugal switch (dead center) are not loose or misaligned. I tried -no way .then 3 very strong men all tried all of them had to put stress on the plumbing pipes to get the darn thing loosened at all ..what a NGHTMARE no we are not over tightening any suggestions? Hi the strainer housing must need to be tightened up. Did we just ruin our pump?? Thats either gears not engaged, or stuck or its a dead motor (timer motor). My client just had his pool guy open his pool for the summer yesterday and they discovered voltage in the pool. Have zero skills with pool pump filter motors or basically anything associated. Glad that you replaced the sand, normally lasts 5-7 years on larger sand filters, but filters below 21 diameter need it more often, and very small filters 12-14, need it almost every season. I have been getting GFI breaker trips intermittently. Hi, it does sound like a bad seal yes. "@type": "Organization",
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