Minimize Energy Costs Strategy Needed

[larryincanada]

It won't solve your fundamental problem. Your pump is too big for your filter. You either need a bigger filter or a smaller pump.

Sell it on eBay!

I oversized my filter to reduce backwashing frequency.
It's huge Pentair TA100D at 30" diameter and rated at 100gpm.

I assume that a smaller 1/3 to 1/2 hp would be OK with this filter. I'm sure I'll still need to use my original 1hp to provide enough pressure and flow for a proper backwash cycle.

The chlorine generator should be able to self adjust itself with the changing flowrate. I may have to run it a little longer with the smaller pump.

[larryincanada]

I installed a pentair computerize pump earlier this year and it works great. I have about 1 year pay back and then the savings go in my pocket. Go to their web site and use the energy savings calculator and see if it can help you in your case.
Greg

VERY NICE and SLICK!
The IntelliFlo looks ideal.
Time to save up for this new toy.

Thanks!