Hayward SP3400VSP stall warning

[drdroopy15]

I have a Hayward variable speed pump, model: SP3400VSP

I am experiencing a stall warning, the impeller is clear and i can turn it. When I turn it on, it sounds like it is going to spin then stops and shows stall warning. I am not sure if it is the motor or the drive assembly. Please help.

 

[ajw22]

Those ecostars had bad boards and drives in higher numbers than normal. They know about it and often warranty a pump longer than standard 3 yr warranty. Call Hayward directly you may get lucky.

I have heard Hayward is offering a discounted price on the TriStar VS pump to failed EcoStar owners. Get a TriStar VS pump.

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[bacevedo]

Mine just died with this same error last week after about 4.5 years of use. It was actually a replacement under warranty after the original died after 2.5 years.

I was looking at Amazon and found the motor drive unit for $489 + tax.

Then I called my pool builder just to see what they said and they got me in contact with Hayward. They are offering a heavily discounted upgrade to the Tristar VS950 for $729 + tax (includes shipping). You can install yourself and get a 1 year warranty, or have it professionally installed by the provider of your choice and get a 4 year warranty. I'm having my builder install it for about $135.

From what I've read, if you replace the motor drive, you may get another 2 - 4 years and then have to replace it again. I figured I would spend a little more now and get a brand new, better built, and redesigned pump. Hopefully it will last much longer.

I just completed my order on Friday and my new pump hasn't shipped yet. That's the downside - it takes about 7-10 days to get the new pump, so no pool filter or SWCG for now. Having to add liquid chlorine by hand, skim the pool daily, and run my robot a little more often to keep it clean.

Good luck!