intex 2650 sand filter running while people in pool
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I certainly run my pump with people in the pool constantly and I think most (many?) others do.
Why do you think it is unsafe?
Why do you think it is unsafe?
Since the Intex pumps and pools aren't bonded and they're not double insulated, they aren't supposed to be powered on when anyone is in the pool. I'm sure there lots of people that do it, so you'll have to decide for yourself if you want to accept the risk.
Thanks, bama.
ugafan, sorry for my very misleading post. I never knew what bama just posted but I do now.
I run my Intex pump while the pool is in use. But then, I've been described as being a brick or three shy of a load.......
thank you bama.
as a follow up question, what does it mean when a pump is UL listed? the sand filter has a sticker that says it is, but the cartridge one that came with the pool does not.
as a follow up question, what does it mean when a pump is UL listed? the sand filter has a sticker that says it is, but the cartridge one that came with the pool does not.
It means that the Underwriters Laboratories have thoroughly tested a production sample and found it meets all applicable safety requirements.
However, it is no longer uncommon for a company to do a short production run just for UL, to get the certification, then cut a few corners on the sales production runs.
Beware, there are a few asian manufacturers that have used what LOOKS like a UL/CE label, but on close inspection, it is not quite the same. These products may or may not have been tested.
However, it is no longer uncommon for a company to do a short production run just for UL, to get the certification, then cut a few corners on the sales production runs.
Beware, there are a few asian manufacturers that have used what LOOKS like a UL/CE label, but on close inspection, it is not quite the same. These products may or may not have been tested.
I/we swim in our Intex with the filter/SWG running all the time. Dedicated GFCI at pump and also that circuit is on its own GFCI Breaker.
I run my intex pump and swg all the time while people are in the pool. They both have built in GFCI in the cords and are plugged into a GFCI outlet, so it is no danger.
It says right on the side of the pool, to not have the pump running when people are in the pool. Some people may choose to ignore safety labels. It also says not to jump into the pool and that the ground must be level.
I think that the not running the filter issue is so that a persons hair wont get stuck in the filter intake. I don't think that it could actually happen.
I think that the not running the filter issue is so that a persons hair wont get stuck in the filter intake. I don't think that it could actually happen.
Yes, it is a safety thing to prevent suction injuries, not a problem for me since I use the Hayward skimmer. 
Also probably not a problem with the new Intex valves with the suction release valve on the shutoff valve.
Also probably not a problem with the new Intex valves with the suction release valve on the shutoff valve.We just leave the pump running. I have it plugtged into a gfi plug as well. They only list that on the manual as a statement of limited liability, thats about it. Just a warning the lawyers need to see on such a product. Same with the level, no jumping, etc.
we have it running all the time when people are in pool, especially when kids want to play in waterfall fountain. there is no risk of shock. the pump isnt in the pool, its outside it. and its on a GCFI, and its only 110v at 5 amps anyway. it wouldnt have enough current to go through 6400 gallons of water to shock anyone. GCFI would trip it the second it tried anyway. im all about safety, but intex is just being overly cautious on this one, probably due to the suction hazard more than any shock hazard.
i will say this, i have the hayward skimmer, i also retained the original inlet as well, and both are on separate ball valves. when people are in the pool, i make sure and open both valves, because it never fails, a floaty or something will get sucked into the hayward skimmer, and air will get in the line. not sure if this is bad for the pump or not, but i have to loosen the lid on the pump trap to get air out and its a PITA. with both the inlet and skimmer valves open, if skimmer gets blocked, it just increases suction to the original inlet.
now when no one is in the pool, and i want maximum skimming suction, i close the valve on original inlet and it doubles the suction to the hayward skimmer and it will pull in every grasshopper, leaf, ant, and anything else floating my pool within about 20 minutes!
i will say this, i have the hayward skimmer, i also retained the original inlet as well, and both are on separate ball valves. when people are in the pool, i make sure and open both valves, because it never fails, a floaty or something will get sucked into the hayward skimmer, and air will get in the line. not sure if this is bad for the pump or not, but i have to loosen the lid on the pump trap to get air out and its a PITA. with both the inlet and skimmer valves open, if skimmer gets blocked, it just increases suction to the original inlet.
now when no one is in the pool, and i want maximum skimming suction, i close the valve on original inlet and it doubles the suction to the hayward skimmer and it will pull in every grasshopper, leaf, ant, and anything else floating my pool within about 20 minutes!
