Vari-Speed Motor Controller for Air Blower Install...

casiokid

Well-known member
Feb 23, 2018
76
Henderson, NV
Pool Size
10000
Surface
Plaster
Chlorine
Salt Water Generator
SWG Type
Pentair Intellichlor IC-40
Hi all,

I just recently installed this Vari-Speed motor controller for my air blower as suggested in the Wiki article: Amazon.com

This was actually my second install since I immediately blew the first one after connecting it ACROSS the load because I didn't read the directions. LOL So, let this serve as a warning to anyone looking to do this mod. The controller needs to be installed on ONE AC leg and not across both.

It works great now! I have much more control over the amount of air being blown into the spa and no more water violently coming out!

I also ended up designing and 3D printing a custom housing for it as well. I'm attaching the stl file as well if any is interested in trying it. I used threaded inserts on the handle to connect it to the face, but you could just use bigger bolts and bite into the handle.

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Thanks for sharing. I am glad it worked for you on the second try. I added your experience to the Wiki so others can wire it correctly on the first try.