Hayward Pump questions

[waste]

Ron, I'll gladly leave pump size and flow issues to experts like Mark and Al (if I know a little about what they're talking about, it's only from reading their threads )

However, it's easy, usually, to see if the shaft seal has failed, all you need do is look for a drip at the motor/ housing interface when the pump is running (a puddle coming from under said interface is a good indication as well)

Good luck with keeping the motor running another 15 years.

[rhosk]

However, it's easy, usually, to see if the shaft seal has failed, all you need do is look for a drip at the motor/ housing interface when the pump is running (a puddle coming from under said interface is a good indication as well)

Nope, no leaks around the pump.

The VRV can be installed almost anywhere down to a few feet above the pad but on the supply side only.

Here's a depiction of my setup (VRV at the top left):



Do you think if I put the VRV at the bottom right of the panels it may take care of the air issue?

[mas985]

It looks like you only need about 2 PSI more to close the valve so given the height difference and the fact that you are not going through the panels, there is a good chance that it may work.

If the VRV is the kind that fits in the end of the panel header, then it would be simple to check.

[rhosk]

Thanks. I'm certainly going to give it a shot!