pump running 24/7 or what?

[Searcher]

I have very clear water, but I also run pump 24/7 should I do that, or should I for pump sake put it on a timer as so it don't run all time or should they ? I have a 2 speed pump and its on low 24/7 should I keep it that way?

I run mine 24/7 365 days a year. I have a dual speed super pump, 1 hp/1/6th hp on a 16' x 32' inground pool. The 30 year old motor was just in the shop for the third time. It needed bearings again. Ever notice when a light bulb pops? Usually when you turn the thing on. If you have crystal clear water as I do by running 24/7 on low, why mess with a good thing? Bearings every 10 years, no problems with on off surges, minimal electric use and pristine water.

If it aint broke, don't fix it.

[CarlD]

Actually, you'll probably get a longer life if you run it long enough to turn your water over twice a day and no more. Plus, had you been doing that all these years you would have saved enough in electricity to replace the pump several times over.

Carl

[Phillbo]

wow.. 24/7 365 ?

why?