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    Hayward Omni Hub

    I purchased one from Ebay several months ago, saving $500 was worth it for me. Installation instruction can be confusing especially if you don't know what you're looking at. Particularly when it comes to the RS485 wiring. You're going from 4 pin on the control pad to 3 pins to the Omni. You...
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    Anyone have Hayward Ominhub?

    That's what I'm curious about if the Omni is built into the "smart" wall display and that the CPU is within the display while the circuit board resides only the relays and act is a distribution center. Looking at the circuit board I can't see any obvious sign of a cpu on there. I I built a CNC...
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    Anyone have Hayward Ominhub?

    I spoke to Hayward a few days ago and they said this pump can't be controlled by any 3rd party and the Omnihub is pretty much my only option. I've been reading the installation manual and it seems the controlboard is mainly a distribution center for the relays. I wonder if it serves any purpose...
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    Anyone have Hayward Ominhub?

    I have an SP3203VSP pump that I want to add wireless control capabilities. I can't find find how to purchase the individual component. From what I gather, to only control the pump, I only need the base unit and the control pad if all I need is to control my pump. I don't need to control heat or...
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    Can I add RS485 control to my tristar?

    Yes I have the manual in front of me, I'm either misreading it or over thinking it. But I do see what you're saying not according to the manual, I don't see a line to 12v only A, B and COM but the com has dotted line. What does that represent?
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    Can I add RS485 control to my tristar?

    Is that all it is? The display communicates via RS485? I thought RS485 is normally 9 pins? So figure out the pins below and tape into them? Can I run the display in conjunction to the RS485? Google told me this about the wires. Red: 12V power to the display Yellow and Black: Communication...
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    Can I add RS485 control to my tristar?

    Long story short, I was in a hurry to replace my pump and found a really good condition Tristar SP3202VSP on FB. I thought all Tristar came with the ability to add wifi controller through RS485 but I guess I'm wrong? Opened up the controls and don't see any RS485 connection. I'd still like to...
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    Hayward buttons schematic for Hayward Maxflo - trying to tap into the buttons

    For those that's interested, I figured out all the pins on the board. I'm able to use the Tuya Relay, set inching to 1 seconds and can trigger whatever I need. Using the 4 relay board, I can now control start/stop and Speed V1-V3. Sure beats spending 1800 on a new pump just for wifi control. I...
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    Hayward buttons schematic for Hayward Maxflo - trying to tap into the buttons

    That's what I did today, I was able to find the contact for the power and the menu button but I was not able to tone out any of the speed 1-3 buttons. I've tried all types of combination and just couldn't get them to register. For now, I'm at least able to confirm that I can power it on and...
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    Hayward buttons schematic for Hayward Maxflo - trying to tap into the buttons

    I found this YouTube video that I thought is really neat. Purchased everything I need to do this but not sure which pins to tap into. Does anyone have the schematic and know which pins to tap into to mimic a button press?
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    Feedback on Pentair Intelliflo3 VSF

    so just in case... what is my next best option to control a VS pump via WiFi within this price point.
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    Feedback on Pentair Intelliflo3 VSF

    Yup just did exactly that, I asked them to hold off on shipping until I call them in the morning. Wish I saw this posted in the bottom before ordering. I happen to be coming down there tomorrow and will only be about an hour from the store. 3 year manufacturer warranty when picked up in our...
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    Feedback on Pentair Intelliflo3 VSF

    Bought this one here https://www.poolsupply4less.com/Pentair-011075-p/011075.htm?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_qexBhCoARIsAFgBlev1yVUClaKNk-_8rTcAiL-POu0xZzvQTQEu-0zNWHC5QoE36Jer5xkaAk-lEALw_wcB
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    Feedback on Pentair Intelliflo3 VSF

    so I just read through this line here. I have friends and family that are general contractor. I wouldn't have a problem with having them write me a workorder. *Note: Qualified Installer - Defined as a licensed professional who charges a fee for his services, and possesses a business license...
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    Feedback on Pentair Intelliflo3 VSF

    WTH this I did not know. Is this a pentair thing? makes me want to cancel my order. nearly 1800 for a pump with only 60 day warranty might not work
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    Feedback on Pentair Intelliflo3 VSF

    Just ordered the 3hp model can't wait to get it and start shaving off my energy bill some more.
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    Feedback on Pentair Intelliflo3 VSF

    Thanks Jim, I will buy what's most efficient based on everyone's experience. Before this I was just combing through some threads about 1.5" plumbing, many recommend that at the pad, I can convert the 1.5" plumbling to 2" and leaving the underground plumbing the way it is. I think this is what...
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    Feedback on Pentair Intelliflo3 VSF

    My plumbing is only 1.5" and my current pump is 1.5hp. With the smaller diameter plumbing, would I benefit from the 3hp once reduced from 2 to 1.5?
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    Feedback on Pentair Intelliflo3 VSF

    I have a perfectly working Hayward VSP pump. However, what lacks is my ability to control it remotely. This is at my AirBNB and my pump is required to run at minimum speed to trigger the heater 24/7. The only reason I'm considering the Intelliflo3 is the Wifi capability w/o the need of an...
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    Looking for a way to control heater remotely

    get the 50mm that's roughly 2 inches that should get the probe pass the opening. As for power, the heater is a 110v, I don't remember the sonoff is 12v or USB but whatever it was I know i just tapped into the existing AC power inside the heater. no additional power needs to brought there if...
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    Can the plunger type backwash valve be replaced with another style?

    I was going to say, this is our first pool and I've only experienced with DE filter but the thing I hate most is such a mess it makes when backwashing. At least using Sand I can just dump it onto the lawn or dirt area. Sand appearing to be the cheapest of the bunch and cheap to replace so I do...
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    Can the plunger type backwash valve be replaced with another style?

    My current filter is a 48 sq ft DE, if I went with a Cartridge filter, something like a Pentair 420 should do the trick right? As for Sand Filter, the second to the largest Hayward is a 27". Cost is more than half of a DE filter. Seems like many of you like the sand filters. I don't mind...
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    Can the plunger type backwash valve be replaced with another style?

    I've been doing a little reading and it seems DE filters out perform a catridge filter. As they say, don't believe everything you read on the internet. For about $200 I can replace the valve, I'm wondering if it's worth spending the $1500 or so to replace the entire filter. Any expert here...
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    Can the plunger type backwash valve be replaced with another style?

    Yes it appears to be. So replace it with a Catridge filter then?
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    Can the plunger type backwash valve be replaced with another style?

    My Pentair DE filter have the plunger type backwash valve. I replaced the entire plunger and o ring but for some reason I get little leaks coming out of it. I'm just going to replace the entire valve assemble and was wondering if there is a "better" option out there.