- Aug 28, 2009
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I was doing some research into bonding pools.
I have an above ground pool that is currently installed below grade, with a 4-5' overdig, so not backfilled. The pool is effectively sitting on the ground as if it were at grade.
I didn't want the pool equipment close to the pool, so I put it about 30-35' away from the pool itself. I ran an UG 12gauge line out to the area where the equipment sits. There's a propane heater with igniter (plugged in), an Aqua Trol SWG, and a Hayward 1.5hp pump.
The only other metal near the pool is the legs of the plastic pool slide.
As I understand it, you really only need to bond the pool if the pool equipment/power is within 5', but I am confused about that.
Can someone please chime in and let me know what I should be doing with regards to bonding?
I have an above ground pool that is currently installed below grade, with a 4-5' overdig, so not backfilled. The pool is effectively sitting on the ground as if it were at grade.
I didn't want the pool equipment close to the pool, so I put it about 30-35' away from the pool itself. I ran an UG 12gauge line out to the area where the equipment sits. There's a propane heater with igniter (plugged in), an Aqua Trol SWG, and a Hayward 1.5hp pump.
The only other metal near the pool is the legs of the plastic pool slide.
As I understand it, you really only need to bond the pool if the pool equipment/power is within 5', but I am confused about that.
Can someone please chime in and let me know what I should be doing with regards to bonding?