How do install a timer for pump?

[handy1]

I too am looking into a timer for my pool pump. When we first bought this house with a pool, we were told to run the pump 24/7 because "it's easier on the pump since it's the starting/stopping that wears the pump out." Well now that the cost of electricity is projected to go up 72% in our area this summer (!!) I think I'd rather wear out the pump. Anyway, if you go on-line you'll find Intermatic Timers available for very reasonable cost. In answer to the question re: pump and heat,they list a kind that has a double timer, one for the pump one for the heater with built-in controls. Check it out at www.swimmingpooltimeswitch.com

[Poconos]

Handy1,
Welcome to the forum. The few times a day you would start/stop a pool pump won't affect its life or cause it to wear out. Well pumps are another issue because of the torque they develop and you have the possibility of wire chafing (wearing through) and stress on the pipe. Think of how many times a day a fridge compressor motor kicks on and off and they last for many many years typically.
Al