Heater Bypass

[chadweiss]

Afternoon. So quick question. Going though a new pool build. Builder is using Jandy JXi. Any reason why they wouldnt have plumbed it without a bypass or using the addon of the Versaflo?


Thanks!
Chad

 

[PoolGate]

Mine is plumbed without a bypass as well (unless you consider the pressure vacuum port a bypass) but they did use the Versaflo connections. This really has to do with the plumber that is on the job. I would have loved to have a heater bypass but I didn't know enough to ask at the start of my build.

 

[ccasanova]

You might have to zoom in a bit, but mine has a bypass. PB said he does it just in case it needs servicing or replacement to avoid downtime. Turn the valves, cut the pvc and haul it off if need be, everything else stays intact.

 

[chadweiss]

Thanks. I am having the PB add the Versaflo.

 

[gocubs418]

Afternoon. So quick question. Going though a new pool build. Builder is using Jandy JXi. Any reason why they wouldnt have plumbed it without a bypass or using the addon of the Versaflo?


Thanks!
Chad

I built with Hauk and I did the VersaFlo Bypass. I believe I had to ask them to install it. I believe the bypass is extra money.

I absolutely love my Jandy heater, I heat my spa probably 2-3 times a week and barely notice a big bump in energy costs.

I mean this video pretty much sums up why if you are getting a Jandy JXI you should install the bypass:

https://www.jandy.com/en/videos/heaters/jxi-versaflo

 

[chadweiss]

Yep. I had to add it on. Was about 300 to add and install it. So excited to use it

 

[Mutley]

Afternoon. So quick question. Going though a new pool build. Builder is using Jandy JXi. Any reason why they wouldnt have plumbed it without a bypass or using the addon of the Versaflo?


Thanks!
Chad

I believe Jandy doesn't recommend using a plumbed bypass for the JXi. My pool guy warned against it, and Jandy documentation I found confirm it. Maybe due to SWG?, but both said that stale water will decrease the lifespan of the element. The Versaflo (or built in one) isn't a traditional plumbed bypass, it still allows a % of water to circulate through the elements.

 

[chadweiss]

Makes sense. That is the route I am taking then. Thanks!