Recommended Install Location

[Steelkilt]

Hi Folks!
Thanks to this forum in identifying algae behind my pool light , after which adding maintenance liquid chlorine was pretty much on cruise control - but still a daily interaction. We’ve decided on a SWCG, most likely the Circupool RJ-45+.
Question - how would I go about installing along the plumbing based on my configuration?

 

[PoolGate]

It should be the last thing before exiting to your pool. Does that long pipe go back to the pool? If so, that is the best bet.

 

[Steelkilt]

Thanks -
The long pipe is the last, yes. Just not sure if it can fit horizontally. Any other options?

 

[PoolGate]

Thanks -
The long pipe is the last, yes. Just not sure if it can fit horizontally. Any other options?

Most SWGs support a vertical installation. So you could go up, over and back down.

 

[Steelkilt]

Great to know - I will look at the install literature to confirm both horizontal dimensions needed as well as vertical applications.
Question regarding power for the SWCG - most seem to connect to the same feed though the pump timer. Our problem is the timer is installed at the house panelboard about 150’ unground. Is there a way to junction the feed somehow at the pump outlet pictured in the photo? I’d rather not get into rerunning the feed all the way back in existing conduit.

 

[PoolGate]

This is a good question. I would think you could splice the SWG into the line coming from the timer at the pump end. Hopefully someone more knowledgeable about this can chime in. @mknauss

 

[mknauss]

Is there a way to junction the feed somehow at the pump outlet

I am no electrician, but for a junction you would need to use a junction box. Eventually you will be getting a VS motor, which will make the hookup a bit more challenging. @ajw22 is more conversant in electrical requirements.

 

[ajw22]

An electrician can expand the pump outlet box with a connection to the SWG. He needs to know what he is doing to keep it within your electrical local codes.