How hard is it to install a Pentair SWG

[gatorbrit]

Hi - I've got a full pentair set up - easytouch controller, intelliflo pump etc. I'd like to install a pentair SWG. I think I'll need to install a transformer also.

How hard of a job is this if I did it myself? I have tackled simple wiring jobs and plumbing jobs in the past. All the components are easily accessible.

Thanks


Richard

 

[jblizzle]

If you have some PVC and electrical experience it should be pretty easy to install. I am guessing the hardest part will be reprogramming the Easytouch to control the SWG.

 

[gatorbrit]

If you have some PVC and electrical experience it should be pretty easy to install. I am guessing the hardest part will be reprogramming the Easytouch to control the SWG.

I guess you have to define "electrical experience" I've installed a ceiling fan or two. But that's about it.

 

[gatorbrit]

I'm thinking that I might try it over the winter. Worst outcome (apart from electrocution) is that I have to pay someone to finish the job

 

[jblizzle]

Are you sure there is a transformer involved and it is not already built into the Easytouch?
For my Hayward SWG, I just had to cut the PVC and install the cell (and a flow switch, I think the Pentair's is integrated) and then plug the cell into the Pro-logic (and attach 2 wires for the flow switch) ... I would not even call it electrical work honestly.

Yours may be that simple. Or you may need to install the transformer, which I would assume is pretty plug and play as well, but I am not that familiar with the Pentair automation hardware (or how to change the settings to control the SWG).

 

[HouTex]

My Easytouch did not come with a transformer, but some models do. Double check yours and it might save you some $$.

Although I have Pentair equipment I went with the AquaRite SWG and I did the electrical myself-it was very easy, and at the time I didn't trust my PVC skills so I had someone do the PVC work. After doing a little PVC work since then it would be a piece of cake. This is definitely a DIY project if you've installed a ceiling fan or two. Just make sure the power is off at the breaker before you start touching any wires.

 

[gatorbrit]

My Easytouch did not come with a transformer, but some models do. Double check yours and it might save you some $$.

Although I have Pentair equipment I went with the AquaRite SWG and I did the electrical myself-it was very easy, and at the time I didn't trust my PVC skills so I had someone do the PVC work. After doing a little PVC work since then it would be a piece of cake. This is definitely a DIY project if you've installed a ceiling fan or two. Just make sure the power is off at the breaker before you start touching any wires.

Thanks - I am definitely going to do this...
Why the aquarite over the intellichlor?