Flow Sensor--replace or jump out?

[pedsrn]

This may be a stupid question, and I'm sure you guys will eagerly let me know if so . My flow sensor is going bad; the little wire has a short in it and if it gets bumped the least bit, it goes off. So, I am debating replacing the sensor vs jumping it out. I know the risk of causing gases to build up and definitely do not want an explosion. Here is my question, though:

My swg is on the same circuit as my pump. We use the same switch to turn both on/off simultaneously. Does this eliminate any risk of gas build up, which would allow me to safely bypass the flow sensor?

Thanks,
Tracy

 

[Jimrahbe]

Tracy,

What happens when the cap goes bad in your pump and it is not running but your cell is??? That is the whole point of having a Primary (timer) and Secondary (Flow Switch) safety device..

While, normally there are no stupid questions, yours is the exception..

Thanks for posting and stay safe..

Jim R.

 

[pedsrn]

Jim, bahahaha!! I love your response. Thanks for not making me feel stupid. Okay, okay, I get it now. Ordering the sensor right now!!

Seriously, thank you. That makes total sense!

 

[ping]

Jim, you made my day, finally an answer that is a classic for TFP!