Good Saturday to all!
My single speed 1.5hp pump motor died yesterday. It was making awful sounds, scratchy/screeching sounds and not moving the water through the jets.
There was a big puddle under the pump and motor too.
Motor had a whine now and then since last year. I thought we were in trouble then.
Anyway, pool store can't come out till sometime next week so I'm testing my sparkling water and stirring chlorine untell they get here.
Haven't had to shock in years! This is killing me with algae worry!
I don't know if they're going to say new pump and motor or fix seals or whatever on the pump and replace the motor.
Whichever the case, do I get another single speed, two speed or variable speed motor?
The single speed I have, a centurian, has lasted for only 3 years running average of 6 hours per day all seasons.
The previous single speed lasted 6 running 24/7 and cost less. However our power usage dropped to half.
Will a two speed be better and cost less to operate?
Will a variable be better and cost enough less to pay for the increased price?
What brand do you suggest?
If I have to replace pump too, I prefer Hayward.
Thank you!
Joan
My single speed 1.5hp pump motor died yesterday. It was making awful sounds, scratchy/screeching sounds and not moving the water through the jets.
There was a big puddle under the pump and motor too.
Motor had a whine now and then since last year. I thought we were in trouble then.
Anyway, pool store can't come out till sometime next week so I'm testing my sparkling water and stirring chlorine untell they get here.
Haven't had to shock in years! This is killing me with algae worry!
I don't know if they're going to say new pump and motor or fix seals or whatever on the pump and replace the motor.
Whichever the case, do I get another single speed, two speed or variable speed motor?
The single speed I have, a centurian, has lasted for only 3 years running average of 6 hours per day all seasons.
The previous single speed lasted 6 running 24/7 and cost less. However our power usage dropped to half.
Will a two speed be better and cost less to operate?
Will a variable be better and cost enough less to pay for the increased price?
What brand do you suggest?
If I have to replace pump too, I prefer Hayward.
Thank you!
Joan
