Recent content by bishopkenneth

Tator - turns out I had a 16 gauge cord (which Walmart sold as "heavy duty")...I got a 12 gauge from Lowes - the pool is far away from the house, so I had to do 100 feet cord (yikes!), and it cost $90. But it solved the problem until I can get wiring out there.

YIPPEE!!! The stronger extension cord was all it took! No more overheating. I've got a guy coming soon to run some "real" wiring out to the pool. Thanks, everyone, for your help.

Thanks for asking, scooperhsd, I JUST got back from town with the new cord and started the pump...I'll update you later. Crossing my fingers.

I bought a "heavy duty" cord - but it turns out it was 16. Going to buy a 12 and see what happens...it's about 100 feet away, which is awful, but next week I'm having a guy come run 110 and 220 out to the pool area for the eventuality of a deck and hot tub, so if I can get the 12 to work til...

No, the pumps not set for two hours...my son said he thought it could be the extension cord not being heavy enough. Is that possible?

Hi folks. New to the pool world here. Live in Denison, TX, about an hour north of Dallas. Bought an Intex 18x48 w. saltwater system a few weeks ago, set it up and loved it. Today I upgraded to an Intex sand filter and pump. So here's the deal. The pump works for about 2 hours, then shuts off and...