regan661
08-03-2013, 11:29 AM
I am installing an Old Faithful swim jet system in my new pool. I have 4 hp pump and a blower and will be putting in 2 jets that each have a 175 gpm output.
My question is how big do the suction covers need to be. I am planning on mounting them on the side wall of the pool a minimum of 3' apart.
PoolDoc
08-03-2013, 09:17 PM
You'll need to go to the manufacturers' sites, and check. You know you need 2 covers; each should be rated at 350 GPM flow. The recent anti-entrapment regulations has resulted in manufacturers' publishing rated flow data. You can look through your options here:
http://www.hayward-pool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductInfo_10201_10551_14502_-1___I#General_Pool_Spa_Equipment
and here:
https://www.pentairpartners.com/productcatalog/pdf/US2013/sec12_WhiteGoods.pdf
You'll want to record EXACT Hayward and Pentair product numbers. Most retail stores, including online stores, are NOT familiar with, or knowledgeable about, commercial pool gear.