Pump timer question

[Smykowski]

I'm looking at a portable timer for my pumps, and I think this one will do it:

http://www.google.com/products/catalog? ... CGgQ8wIwAQ

Does anyone have this timer? If so what does the back look like (no pictures anywhere on the interwebs)? I want to make sure I can mount it to my current setup before I buy it.

Thanks.

 

[poolboy24]

I dont know much bout that timer;i just purchased a intermatic T101 off of ebay for 25.00 dollars from shipping. You would have to mount it to board and install a plug nd electrical cord though.

 

[JasonLion]

All of the Intermatic are fairly good. The style you linked to is reasonably good, but it won't last as long as a hard wired unit. Of course, a hard wired unit isn't practical in all situations.

 

[Smykowski]

I think I'm going to have to go hardwired. Apparently that timer is only suitable for 1HP motors, and mine are 1.5HP.

It'll be a little more work, but not insurmountable. Thanks for looking guys.

 

[Speedo]

I think I'm going to have to go hardwired. Apparently that timer is only suitable for 1HP motors

That's what I was just wondering, the non-hardwired timers I've seen on Amazon are 15amp. I was pretty sure my 2HP pump is too much for it and I don't want the hassle of unplugging and re-plugging to run on high speed.

Hardwired might be a bit above my skill set.

 

[Smykowski]

I ended up using the timers from www.swimmingpooltimeswitch.com, they're rated for 40amps and seem to be a "generic" version of comparable Intermatic timers. Very simple to wire and I'll confirm that I did it all correctly in a few weeks when I open the pool and turn the pumps on.

Biggest problem I had was getting the conduit and box all set up, mounted, and connected. The holes are not threaded like an off-the-shelf all-weather box, and they don't line up with "standard" boxes. I made it work, but it could've been easier.

 

[scooperhsd]

What timer did you get and how did you wire it ? is your pump only 120 V ?

 

[Smykowski]

http://www.swimmingpooltimeswitch.com/CD-104P.html

CD101 worked for me. My pump plugs into a twist lock receptacle. Original owner had a plain 20amp switch in the circuit. I rearranged a little bit, and put the timer in the place of the switch.