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    New pump wiring

    Put in a new Jandy 1.5Hp, 2-speed, 240-volt pump. Previous pump was a 2Hp single speed 230-volt pump. Because I'm going to do a wiring upgrade later I decided to just hook up the HIGH speed. So I connected Line 1 to terminal #1 of the pump, and Line 2 to terminal #2 of the pump. Pump...
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    Can I run TWO filters?

    Currently we have a Hayward S244T (3.14 sq.ft.) Sand Filter on a 27k gal. pool. It didn't do a very good job last season. Recently the board recommended that the proper filter would be at least 5 sq.ft. So I'm wondering, since I have an identical S244T filter on hand (never been used) could...
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    New motor requires new IMPELLER

    Hi guys: what a great site! Thanks to all you who contribute your time and expertise. My 2Hp Hayward MaxFlo pump has died. After consultation here I have learned that the 2 Hp's were way too much for my Hayward S244T Sand Filter. So with 30-cent/Kwh electricity I'm looking to replace that...
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    Pump/Filter sizing

    My Hayward MaxFlow 2HP motor is kaput so I've decided to look for a more efficient & economical pump, as price of electricity here is outrageous (30-cents/Kwh)! I've seen good reviews of the VS and 2-speed motors. However I'm thinking my 2Hp pump motor was probably too big. Last year I had a...