I’m looking into an automation solution, (preferably not thousands of dollars) to replace a standard Intermatic timer and need suggestions. I’m looking to control the pump/timer and possibly the heater. I currently have a Pentair SD80 filter and a Hayward Suoer Pump and I’m forgetting the heater brand. I might replace the filter and go DE or cartridge. Thoughts?
Automation suggestion
- Thread starter Fjvaughn
- Start date
- Jul 21, 2013
- 52,260
- Pool Size
- 35000
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-60
What do you want automation to do for you?
The type of filter you have makes no difference with automation. Nothing in the filter is controllable.
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The type of filter you have makes no difference with automation. Nothing in the filter is controllable.
Automation - Further Reading
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Ideally turn the pump on it off when I am not home or at least outside. It would be nice to do the same wit the heater. Part of it is the fact that the current Intatic is not keeping good time and it’s my third. Still not sure. I like the whole pentair system that gives me temperature etc on my phone but I don’t think I want to spend that much.
- Jul 21, 2013
- 52,260
- Pool Size
- 35000
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-60
Look at the Hayward OmniHub...
www.hayward-pool.com
OmniHub Smart Pool and Spa Control | Automation | Hayward Pool Products
Perfect for after-market control, OmniHub® delivers automation to existing pools and spas. Compatible with Hayward pool products and most other brands, it monitors and conveniently controls the pump, heater, lights and more, right from your phone.
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Thanks. That looks great but I wonder if I should go the Pentair route, since I have a Pentair salt chlorinator. I couldn’t figure out a Pentair equivalent because their site is confusing. Food for thought.
- Jul 21, 2013
- 52,260
- Pool Size
- 35000
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-60
Look at the Pentair IntelliConnect...
IntelliConnect® Pool Control System
The IntelliConnect® pool control and monitoring system from Pentair lets owners monitor and control their pool's functions conveniently and easily. Learn more.
The equipment you have is confusing. Your first post says you have a Hayward SuperPump but your signature says Pentair Superpump. Your signature says salt chlorination but no specific equipment. Knowing what you have or are planning to get would let us give you better advice.