Do you have your filter on a timer?

[drband]

I run my filter 24/7 is this bad?

No, it's not "bad" but it costs you a great deal more in electricity.

I have a 2-speed-converted 1 hp superpump that I run only on low 24/7. It's as cheap as running a regular speed pump on 8 hours of timer. Definitely use a timer if you don't have a 2-speed or variable speed. You might even want to do so if you have a low speed option, though most of the saving comes from getting off the high speed pump. I use a standard intermatic pump timer when I choose to run the pump on a schedule-- never have to worry about it!

[392papa]

Drband,

What did you have to do to convert you pump to a 2 speed? Just change out the motor?

[drband]

Drband,

What did you have to do to convert you pump to a 2 speed? Just change out the motor?

Just changed out the motor. The impeller works just fine. Be sure to change all the seals if you do this! There are a couple of ways to wire this though. I opted for a motor mounted toggle switch for hi/off/low, since I primarily run on low except for vacuuming. You can wire it for an external 2-speed controller (expensive) or for an external switch (I believe it's called a single-pole double-throw switch) that works like the motor switch. You can still use an intermatic timer with that type of switch. Good luck.

[392papa]

Thanks, I'll get to work on it