If I plan to run VSP at low speed 24/7, is the timer still needed?Any basic timer will work to control the schedule for the SWCG. Depends on if you are using 110 or 220, if you want wifi, etc.
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Converting to SWG and variable speed pump
- Thread starter ik91
- Start date
- May 3, 2014
- 62,727
- Pool Size
- 6000
- Surface
- Fiberglass
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-40
No. But be sure you are cognizant that the SWCG needs to be powered off if you turn off the pump for any reason.
SumOfOneInteger
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Stupid question - A SWCG is on my purchase list for next year. Does it also need to be turned off if I stop the pump for the five minutes it takes to empty the pump basket? Is there a grace period where the generator can be left on? I understand there would be a buildup of gas in the chamber without the flow of water, but how long does one have before it reaches danger levels of pressure?
I have an Intermatic timer that's been disabled since I set the built-in schedule on my VSF. My plan was to plug the SWCG into the outlet that's built into my timer box, but doesn't run through the timer.
- May 3, 2014
- 62,727
- Pool Size
- 6000
- Surface
- Fiberglass
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-40
Not a pressure issue. It is the hydrogen gas that is produced.
A few minutes may be ok. Plus if the flow switch is working, the SWCG should turn off. So a good time to check that.
A few minutes may be ok. Plus if the flow switch is working, the SWCG should turn off. So a good time to check that.