I've been using an intermatic plug in timer but that seems to die every year where the timer just doesn't turn on and I have to manually turn it on (the red pin does turn it off though). Anyway, I don't see very many 1HP plug in timers available. Does anyone have a reliable timer they use? Thanks
1 HP timer
- Thread starter richierich
- Start date
- Jul 21, 2013
- 53,664
- Pool Size
- 35000
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-60
You don't specify timer capacity by HP. It is the amperage load that the device pulls that the timer needs to handle.
What specific model Intermatic timer have you used? Provide a link to it.
What specific pump do you have?
Post a pic of the motor data plate.
Many plug in timers are built to control light bulbs and cannot handle the inductive load from a motor.
What specific model Intermatic timer have you used? Provide a link to it.
What specific pump do you have?
Post a pic of the motor data plate.
Many plug in timers are built to control light bulbs and cannot handle the inductive load from a motor.
This is my timer Intermatic 15 Amp 24-Hour Outdoor Plug-In Heavy Duty Timer, Black HB11KD89
This is my pump - I'm pretty sure this is the pump Pentair Clean and Clear Above Ground Pool Cartridge Filter System | 75 Sq Ft | 1HP Pump 3' Cord | 6' Hose Kit | EC-PNCC0075OE1160
This is my pump - I'm pretty sure this is the pump Pentair Clean and Clear Above Ground Pool Cartridge Filter System | 75 Sq Ft | 1HP Pump 3' Cord | 6' Hose Kit | EC-PNCC0075OE1160
- Jul 21, 2013
- 53,664
- Pool Size
- 35000
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-60
The specs on the timer page say:
Designed for controlling outdoor decorations and holiday lighting
The motor data plate gives the amp draw of your motor.
Designed for controlling outdoor decorations and holiday lighting
The motor data plate gives the amp draw of your motor.
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This model pump timer is specifically designed for pool pumps up to 1HP.
hwy17
Well-known member
You actually can, or should. Most motors have an inrush current that is higher than their running current. Buried in the specs of a timer will be alternative ratings for motor HP and tungsten lighting wattage, since both draw inrush current. For instance Intermatic sells a plug in mechanical timer that is rated for 15A and 1HP and a plug in digital timer that is rated for 15A but not 1HP.
hwy17
Well-known member
I use the same timer. I have killed one once by turning the dial too fast on and off, sparks came out and the timer motor stopped working.
Avoiding doing that again by always switching on/off slowly, and storing it inside in winter, mine is on its third year now.
But I know the struggle, there aren't a lot of alternatives out there for 1HP plug ins.
Avoiding doing that again by always switching on/off slowly, and storing it inside in winter, mine is on its third year now.
But I know the struggle, there aren't a lot of alternatives out there for 1HP plug ins.
- Jun 1, 2018
- 13,959
- Pool Size
- 26000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Hayward Aqua Rite (T-15)
I have this one-
NSi Industries TORK RHB32R Indoor/Outdoor 15-Amp Plug-in Heavy Duty Mechanical Timer 24-Hour Programming – GREEN & RED Trippers TWO Receptacles Black Cover https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B93VNT2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Y0R7VB3KXSMWMPJS1D44?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Its rated for 15amps.
It’s been working well for 3 years, it has 2 female outlets, I have a 1.5hp single speed pump that pulls 11-12 amps.
NSi Industries TORK RHB32R Indoor/Outdoor 15-Amp Plug-in Heavy Duty Mechanical Timer 24-Hour Programming – GREEN & RED Trippers TWO Receptacles Black Cover https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B93VNT2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Y0R7VB3KXSMWMPJS1D44?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Its rated for 15amps.
It’s been working well for 3 years, it has 2 female outlets, I have a 1.5hp single speed pump that pulls 11-12 amps.