Pump died - need replacement

[phxdesertdweller]

Current model ST1152 1.5hp single speed seized and is throwing sparks out its vent. I keep hearing variable speed is the way to go for energy savings anyway. I went to chain pool store and they recommended a Jacuzzi JVS270s 2.7THP at $1900 plus tax and labor to install comes to $2500 total. This seems high and I just wanted to check with folks here if there is another model/brand I should be looking at. My in ground pool is roughly 25,000 gallons, no water features, has a Hayward Aquanaut 400 vacuum and a Pentair sand filter. Location is Phoenix AZ.

Thanks

 

[1poolman1]

Current model ST1152 1.5hp single speed seized and is throwing sparks out its vent. I keep hearing variable speed is the way to go for energy savings anyway. I went to chain pool store and they recommended a Jacuzzi JVS270s 2.7THP at $1900 plus tax and labor to install comes to $2500 total. This seems high and I just wanted to check with folks here if there is another model/brand I should be looking at. My in ground pool is roughly 25,000 gallons, no water features, has a Hayward Aquanaut 400 vacuum and a Pentair sand filter. Location is Phoenix AZ.

Thanks

ST1152 is the model of the motor made by Century. Best guess is you have a Hayward pump, yes. ECM27CU motor, Century V-Green 2.7hp motor will bolt on and give you a VSP.

 

[joonbug99]

I had the same issue Sunday with a 1.5hp Hayward Super Pump. I am by no means a DIY'er. I can't do anything!!!!! I was able to mount a new motor on the wet end of my pump in a couple hours. I didn't get the V-Green VS but as long as it matches up its the same process.

 

[guinness]

Below is a motor replacement video which will give you an idea of the work involved if you want to try doing it yourself.

 

[phxdesertdweller]

Thanks for the tips! I'll be buying and trying to install the new motor mentioned above, but I'd like to know if there is any way to know if the wet end of the pump also needs to be replaced?

 

[guinness]

Give Inyo Pools a call, they should be able to help with your questions. If you have the Hayward wet end the V-Green 2.7hp motor as mentioned in post #2 should work.

A.O. Smith Discontinued V-Green 2.7 HP Square Flange 48Y Variable Speed Motor - ECM27SQU - INYOPools.com

V-Green 2.7 HP Square Flange 48Y Variable Speed Motor - ECM27SQU

www.inyopools.com

 

[1poolman1]

Thanks for the tips! I'll be buying and trying to install the new motor mentioned above, but I'd like to know if there is any way to know if the wet end of the pump also needs to be replaced?

If the body is not broken (no cracks, etc.) all should be good. Those wet-ends seldom fail. All other parts (impeller, diffuser, lid, O rings) are replaceable if needed. All O rings and the shaft seal should be replaced at the same time as the motor.