Would I add the wires in to the outlet box and then run conduit to the timer? Basically in the outlet box, take the 2 wires in there and split, so I am getting the line / load from the breaker, run lines back to the outlet, and have new lines for the timer line and load? And I would be sure to purchase a 120v timer then, and convert the Circupool RJ60+ to 120, right?
Thinking about SWG - high CYA issues
- Thread starter jandersen13
- Start date
Hootz
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- Feb 5, 2018
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- Pool Size
- 24000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-60 Plus
If you want to run the swg on 120v, the breaker will only be connected to the black (hot). You will have three wires in the conduit leaving the breaker box: black (hot ) connected to the new breaker, white (neutral) connected to the neutral bus bar on top of the box, and green (ground), connected to the ground bar bottom right of the box. If you are still fuzzy on this do not proceed; hire an electrician. It is not worth being seriously injured to save money to hire a pro.
Something to think about, although could be rare. Should still wire the VS to the timer. This way if the breaker trips it would also kill power to the SWG since they are both protected by the same breaker. My heater, and many others, tend to be wired this way too. When the pump breaker trips it kills power the heater also.
I got the timer installed, thanks for the help! Next I want to wire the CircuPool RJ60+ to it. I’ll need to convert the SWG to 120 since I ran the timer to 120 from the box.
I ran my wires through a flexible weather proof tube for the timer from the main box. I thought I should do something similar for the SWG to the timer box but how would I do that since the Circupool SWG already has the cord attached for the wires from it. Any thoughts?
I ran my wires through a flexible weather proof tube for the timer from the main box. I thought I should do something similar for the SWG to the timer box but how would I do that since the Circupool SWG already has the cord attached for the wires from it. Any thoughts?
I just installed an RJ60+ and didn't run the included power cord in conduit. I assumed that since it was designed for exterior use (and the connector has a sealing feature), that trying to waterproof it wasn't necessary.
I do think that I should put some sort of sun shield over the whole thing both to help with UV exposure on the cable, but also to let the unit run cooler. My dilemma is that the unit faces West so it is going to get late afternoon sun even with a "roof".
The flexible conduit should be big enough for the power cord from the SWG to fit through. I'm using a 90 fitting for flexible conduit on the timer box and the SWG cord fits, just had to wrap the warning label around the cord. When pushing through the conduit might want to remove that warning label.
Do have plans to add the flexible conduit for mine, haven't done so yet. The only real reason I want to is that then everything out of the panel and timer are in flexible conduit.
Do have plans to add the flexible conduit for mine, haven't done so yet. The only real reason I want to is that then everything out of the panel and timer are in flexible conduit.
But what about entry in to the timer box? I have to punch the hole for it to go through, and there is obviously extra space then. If I add the flexible conduit, it solves the problem for the timer box. But it does not solve the problem for the SWG as it doesn't have a connection point for the flexible conduit. Does this make sense how I'm explaining it?
Yes, makes sense. You could use a flex conduit adapter, I used a 90. This 90 has held the cord firmly. I added some silicon at the bottom to keep bees from entering, until I add the flexible conduit to the cord.
You could use a non-metallic cable connector like this:
or a Google search "breaker box cable clamp" which is what I used to find other. there are quite a few plastic varieties.
You could use a non-metallic cable connector like this:
or a Google search "breaker box cable clamp" which is what I used to find other. there are quite a few plastic varieties.
Isn't that what you used to connect the flex tube in to the timer box? But for the SWG, there is not a hole I can notch out, it's just a cord already coming out with no place for a connector.
Right no knock-out on the SWG housing.
My plan is to make the flex conduit long enough to offer some "resistance" to the length of the cord. This would make the conduit fit snug between the conduit adapter on the timer and the SWG housing. For a little added comfort going to add silicone sealant to help hold it in place, and seal out the elements. The silicone will also allow for the removal of the flex conduit from the cord if the need arises.
Hope that helps.
My plan is to make the flex conduit long enough to offer some "resistance" to the length of the cord. This would make the conduit fit snug between the conduit adapter on the timer and the SWG housing. For a little added comfort going to add silicone sealant to help hold it in place, and seal out the elements. The silicone will also allow for the removal of the flex conduit from the cord if the need arises.
Hope that helps.
Great information, I am looking to switch to a SWG, any recommendations (rj60 )? recommendation for a vs pump, trying to keep maintenance to a min. I struggle with keeping it balanced
Current set up - 24K gal, IG Plaster, 2HP pump, FNSP Plus DE filter, minerlizer, AquaBot pool cleaner, TF-100test Kit
Thank you
Current set up - 24K gal, IG Plaster, 2HP pump, FNSP Plus DE filter, minerlizer, AquaBot pool cleaner, TF-100test Kit
Thank you
I’m probably not the best to fully answer your question as I’m new the a SWG, just turned it on yesterday actually. So far it’s great
I installed the RJ60 and have a 27k vinyl pool. I can speak to the installation. If you’re comfortable with a little bit of wiring and plumbing, it’s really easy to install. Fired right up and looks to be working. I’ll have to dial it in over the next week or so I’m thinking. I do have a Hayward VS Superpump and have been happy with it.I switched to salt water as I am of the same thinking as you. I don’t want a ton of maintenance but I do enjoy a nice clear and clean pool. Managing CYA and pucks stressed me out so the switch will be good for me I think. Still some maintenance and things to watch, but much better than lugging liquid chlorine around each day.
Thank you, It's a constant struggle, I saw a thread where someone installed a pump for liquid chlorine to their pool, do you know if this is better or would the SWG be the way to go? I have many questions as I struggle with my pool, Thanks again