2 speed replacment motor recommendation

[SamD]

My single speed 2hp filter pump just died and I was just about to order a replacement motor, but I'm thinking about replacing it with a 2 speed.

I have a Jandy JMPU2.0 that uses an Emerson EB796 56J Frame single speed 1.5hp motor. Does anyone have a recomendation for a good 2 speed replacment for this motor? Just to be clear, I am planning to replace the motor only and not the entire pump.

I have a Jandy Aqualink RS with a One Touch control panel, so I realize I will need to also buy a 2 speed module as well.

By the way, does anyone know if the 2 speed module will work will all firmware levels on the Aqualink?

Sam

 

[mas985]

Your signature doesn't have a spa/water feature mentioned so why do you have/need a 2 HP pump? You might want to downsize the motor and impeller while you are at it.

 

[SamD]

I do have a spa on the same pump, but the water feature is on a separate pump.

 

[jblizzle]

Well, update your signature then

This is exactly why we ask everyone to fill it out, so we do not have to ask these type of questions.

And while you are at it, add your location (City, State or City, Country) to your profile as described HERE as it will help us help you.

 

[mas985]

A Century B976 should work for you. Don't forget a new seal kit.

 

[SamD]

My signature has been updated.

 

[jblizzle]

Thanks

 

[SamD]

The current motor is a 56J frame and it looks like the Century B976 is a 56C frame. does that difference matter, if I am reusing the existing pump housing and impeller?

 

[mas985]

Sorry, you are right! B977 is the 56J version.

 

[SamD]

Can you think of any reason this motor wouldn't be comparable with the Jandy Aqualink RS controller and their 2 speed module?

by the way, thanks for the seal kit replacement reminder. Do I order the seal kit for the pump or there there a seal kit for this new motor. I'm thinking that since the motor shafts should be the same, that the one for the pump should work???

I really appreciate your help.

Sam

 

[mas985]

The seal kit is tied to the pump, not the motor.

http://www.poolsupplyworld.com/PoolSupplyWorld-APCK1181-Jandy-JHPJHPU-Pool-Pump-Go-Kit/APCK1181.htm


As for the controller, I have no idea but a quick call to Zodiac tech support should clear that up.

http://www.zodiacpoolsystems.com/Support/Request-Support.aspx

 

[jblizzle]

I can not think why any 2-speed motor would not work with the 2-speed module. There are no electronics in 2-speed motors, just 2 windings where only one is powered at a given time.

 

[SamD]

Thanks! That is very helpful to understand. I hate ordering things that don't work together.

 

[SamD]

Which online parts supplier ships the fastest?

 

[jblizzle]

No idea.