My pool pump motors hate me

[mas985]

What pump model do you currently have?

I think the Matrix came with that filter but I want to make sure. That is normally a fairly reliable pump so there must be something about your installation that is causing issues with the pump. Can you post a picture of your setup? Is there anything unusual in your setup?

I need a quite motor, so I can leave my windows open at night.

This assumes you actually need to run your pool at night. Given most pools can get away with less than 4 hours of run time per day, you could just choose a run time not at night. But also a two speed would really help the noise factor because you can run on low speed most of the time.

[Straightleg]

In the past, I have run 24/7..If I did not then algae would start forming on the bottom. I was not doing the bbb, so hope this makes a difference. Will go out now and take photos.
I have a very good electrician run my electric to pool for me

SL

[Straightleg]

Set up and electric



SL

[mas985]

Usually algae is more of a chlorine issue than a run time issue. If you were using trichlor (pucks) before and the FC level was too low for the CYA level, which happens a lot with pucks, then sometimes circulation can help a little but you are much better off getting the FC/CYA level correct than trying to solve the issue with pump run time.

[Straightleg]

Well on a new system now...Be nice to turn it off 12 hours or so a day. What do you think of my set up. Why am I going through so many motors. Does water get into those bearing that easy, or what ever is making me replace so often.

Thanks
Gerry

[nefretrameses]

My pump does not need the attention you describe. The guy I use to rebuild when I need it pointed out some rust on the bottom side of the motor housing due to a small leak. He said the rust deforms the housing and pushes the motor armature/ bearing plate out of line. It doesn't take much rust to do it because the tolerances are pretty close. Does your motor get wet? Can you see any rust?

[mas985]

Most pumps protect the bearings from moisture but that one looks like it might allow some water to get into the bearing area which really shortens the life of a pump. The matrix is a bit more shielded.

[Straightleg]

Most pumps protect the bearings from moisture but that one looks like it might allow some water to get into the bearing area which really shortens the life of a pump. The matrix is a bit more shielded.

SO what kind of pump should I buy, and what size?
I have read some post to only filter my water 4 hours a day.

Just trying to get it right this time. Tired of buying pool motors

Thanks

[Straightleg]

Most pumps protect the bearings from moisture but that one looks like it might allow some water to get into the bearing area which really shortens the life of a pump. The matrix is a bit more shielded.

I bought this pump, through this site. 1 hp model.
I have 1 1/2 inch pipes.
How much water will it turn over on low per hour?
How much water will it turn over on high?

I looked in the directions, could not find GPH in the directions or on the pump


Thanks
Gerry

[Pappy]

Here's the Amazon start page link.
http://poolforum.com/amz/