Main Pump Problem

[pjpool2010]

My pump isn't working and tried the capacitor option, no luck.
Any suggestion on good motor or should I replace the complete set including the housing. Please suggest.
Also, any recommendation on who do the good job, pool store or electrician?
I currently have 1hp, pinnacle / centurion pump. 3450rpm, p56y frame, horizontal mount.
thanks!

 

[Bama Rambler]

There should be a catalog number on the motor. You can use that to search for a replacement. If you'll post it here we can help you find one.

 

[pjpool2010]

Catalog # is 168352-04. Pac fab
Serial no: bs10-29
Amps 7.1 - 14.2
Form kjm
E44549 magnetek (right above bar code)

 

[Ohm_Boy]

Just so that I can say that I have asked this... Have you verified that there is voltage to the motor terminals when it should be running?

 

[Bama Rambler]

Is there other numbers on the motor? I get a 2 hp motor from those numbers.

 

[macgulley]

You mentioned the capacitor, be sure to check the centrifugal switch, too before you spend the money on a new motor.

 

[pjpool2010]

Any help on this issue?

 

[Ohm_Boy]

My mental math gets about 2hp, too, from the nameplate 7.1 amps @ 220v, assuming ~746w/hp

 

[pjpool2010]

Volts mentioned is 230/115
RPM 3450, 60hz
few numbers I notice:
174050-01
175367-15
part no: 35-5839
It says 1HP , 1.25 SF

I had hard time removing the electrical connection since it was locked with pressed plug on the motor and grounding wire had completely rusted. I had to cut it. I took it too local pool store (national spa and pool) to see if it can be repaired. I am waiting for response. I aslo checked few other stores on the motor, I was told motor can be replace for around $275-$300. Anything particular I need to watch for or ask to avoid common pitfall? Please let me know.

 

[pjpool2010]

Hello,
I ended by a new one A.O. Smith USQ1102 and paid $279 for it. The old motor had rusted was not repairable. Is this a good motor and right price for it?

 

[Bama Rambler]

That is a good motor and the price doesn't look bad at all.