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I replaced the run capacitor. I purchased a new motor from pumpwarehouse. I plan on fixing the old motor and keep as a back-up. Is that 2 speed motor a direct bolt-on replacement? No mods to the pump?

Thanks for the info hoosierrun. I tested the motor separate from the pump and it still shuts off after a few seconds. I read that pumpwarehouse.com has good prices on new motors. I've tried for two days to reach them. Are they still in business? Can you guys recommend another source for motors...

So I replaced capacitor with a new one and same problem. Motor runs less than 10 seconds and trips breaker. Before it dies, pressure increases slowly to 3-4 psi, water starts to move in the pump and then nothing. Any more ideas?

pic of pool equipement

Right now I have a 2 pole 20 amp breaker and 12 gauge wire, still tripping 20 amp breaker. Electrical panel is on opposite side of pool equipement, so long run. When the pump turns on all is well until pressure starts to build. I reach 3-4 psi and the motor dies. I do have a water fountain. No...

Will check and report what I find tomorrow

Thanks Dave, I will check again. I didn't notice any problems with the impeller when I removed the motor.

Hi All, just purchased my first forclosure. Great house with a great play pool. Everything worked great during inspection and now that I own the place, I have a pump issue. The AO Smith motor will turn on and pump water for about 5 seconds, then it tripps the 15amp breaker. I replaced the...