Recent content by rm455

Thank you. New to anything related to pools. Trying to understand motors and efficiency. I've gotten recommendations that vary in HP; yet, from reading articles on TFP, I'm learning that HP is not the only factor to consider. I was told my older 2HP 115V Sta-rite motor for 28ft round ag pool was...

I’m in a similar situation: looking for energy efficient motor to decrease sky high utility bills. Cleveland area. Moved into house with 28’ round fiberglass above ground, 1 skimmer, 1 outlet, 5 ft deep. Plumbing 1.5. Motor is over 10 years old: Sta-Rite Motor # C48M2A24BT Pump Model...

Thank you again for helping me. Per your request, I contacted INYO Pools, whom had high praise for TFP. They could not determine age but said it’s been 10 years since co. made products in USA. They gave me a recommended replacement below. The model is priced at $299 and is variable but does not...

I contacted INYO Pools, whom had high praise for TFP, and then found a company called Doheny’s. Neither could determine age but INYO Pools, which was very helpful, said it’s been 10 years since co made products in USA. My utility bills tripled so I inquired about high efficiency. I read...

Thank you. Calling them now

Another not so good weekend with pool. Motor continues to cycle on and off and heater not heating pool. I've attached the Motor tag in previous message. How do I tell how old it is? I am assuming it's old. Any recommendations for new motor? TFP has been incredibly informative and I am realizing...

I attached another tag on motor and 2 tags on filter and 1 tag on heater. I intended include these pics in original post but didn't realize the size was not compatible. It appears motor has 20amp plug and receptacle is 20amp. Thanks again for any advice. Very much appreciate it.