back-up power

[rickraglow]

Hello, I have a Pentair SuperFlo 1HP SF-N1-1A (340038). I keep it running 24X7. I'm looking to get a generator in case I have a power failure. What Specs (How powerful) does the generator need to be to power that pump? Thanks,

 

[Jimrahbe]

Rick,

Are you running the pump off of 120 volts or 240 volts?

Keep in mind that a pool can go for days without power, so unless you have a lot of power failures, or they last for a week or more, it seems to be kind-of unnecessary..

Thanks,

Jim R.

 

[JamesW]

987 Yottawatts.

Seriously, it takes 1633 watts, which is 7.1 amps at 230 volts or 14.2 amps at 115 volts.

 

[Jimrahbe]

James,

What do you think the starting power would be?

Thanks,

Jim R.

 

[rickraglow]

Rick,

Are you running the pump off of 120 volts or 240 volts?

Keep in mind that a pool can go for days without power, so unless you have a lot of power failures, or they last for a week or more, it seems to be kind-of unnecessary..

Thanks,

Jim R.

thanks Jim, 120V. I'm running it during the winter as my wife swims each day in the (ice cold) water. So, if I have a power outage and no anti-freeze I'm worried about a pipe freeze w/o the moving water. I'm in KC area and we have periodic ice storms/wind that causes power outages.

 

[JamesW]

The startup current is brief, but can be quite high.

As long as the generator can do at least 2,500 watts, I think that it should be able to handle the pump.

 

[JamesW]

Are you doing a whole house generator or just something specifically for the pump?

 

[rickraglow]

Are you doing a whole house generator or just something specifically for the pump?

THANKS - just specifically for the pump

 

[cowboycasey]

get something that can run the pump and fridge, a couple led lights, charge some phones and watch a tv, a 5kw should be good start for all that

I installed a 24kw whole house and love it, power goes out I change it over and go about living, heater, air conditioner, showers you name it I keep going.. even ran my hot tub when I had it..

Something like this Amazon.com : Generac 5939 GP5500 5500 Running Watts/6875 Starting Watts Gas Powered Portable Generator : Garden & Outdoor