Pool pump wiring

[Benkebil]

Hello,
I’m trying to rewrite my pentair pump to the breaker box as the current wires have melted and caused a short. The wires currently are going from the motor to the clock and from the clock to the breaker 20amp double (this is the breaker box by the pool not the main)
Since I don’t use the clock, can I just run new wires straight from the pump motor to the breaker?
Any feed back is appreciated

 

[ajw22]

Welcome to TFP.

NEC requires GFCI CB for all pool pumps. You should use the specific Pentair or Siemens QPF220AP CB that does not false trip.

That CB panel should be replaced as you will need neutral lines in the panel for the GFCI.

Electrical GFCI - Further Reading

www.troublefreepool.com

You can wire the pump directly to the CB using 12 gauge THHN/THWN wire.

What model Pentair pump do you have?

 

[Benkebil]

Thanks for the reply, I went ahead and replaced the 12 gauge wires from the pump to the timer, pump is back up now.

 

[Benkebil]

My next step is to get a GFCI CB that is compatible with my Pentair Superflo to replace the existing CB.