Swimming Pool Pump
Swimming Pool Pump
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Swimming Pool Pumps
One item that often times doesn't get enough consideration when designing and selecting a complete swimming pool system is the pool pump. The fact is, that the pool pump will get the biggest workout of any one unit in the total system, so it is important that the proper pump be purchased for the pool.
The swimming pool pump will work in conjunction with the Pool Filter so depending on the size of the pool and its total volume of water it is important that the pump be the right sized and power to keep the pool clean. While it is important to get a pump that is big enough, having a pump that is much too large for the system can result in excess power usage, which can add up over time.
Another item for consideration when selecting a pool pump is if the pool is heated and if so how the pool is heated. Many times people can underestimate the amount of force that is required to move a large body of water efficiently. If the pump is under powered for instance, it may not move the heated water at a sufficient rate to get the pool to a desired temperature.
A solar heated pool will have its own considerations with regards to the pool pump for any one of a number of reasons. For instance, many times the actual solar water heating units will be up on the roof of either a house, garage or a pool house. It takes quite a bit of force to move water to high places and solar water heating units must work at maximum efficiency to be effective. This means that if you are planning on having a solar heated pool then an experts opinion in just what you will need in the way of a water pump for your pool should be sought out.
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How do I keep My swimming pool pump from freezing in the winter?
The true answer to this is that there may be no possible way.
Because its a water pump, and it moves water, water gets into the area. So Even if you take the drastic step of removing the pump and putting it into your basement, or garage, or pool house or where ever you may want to store it, it can still "freeze" on you. Its nothing more than Rust forming on the shaft of the motor, causing it to bind. Once your clear the bind and get the shaft so it will turn freely, your problem will be solved. You can use pliers on the shaft just behind the pump basket area, or in the very back of the motor there is a screw which is connected to the shaft that you can use a screwdriver with, to turn the shaft. Obviously, depending on the model of your motor, you will have one of those 2 choices. If you are unsure, do not do anything, call a professional. You can, and most likely will injure yourself (keeping in mind it is an electrical item, and if you have to free the motor shaft from the back, depending on your model of pump, its right next to the electrial wiring)
So... that being said.. Store your motor indoors, and empty of all water. This will not mean that your motor will not bind up and Freeze on you, but its the only precaution you can take.
Now, along with that, depending on how your motor was plumbed into your system, you may not be able to do this. So you have 2 options...
1: Get a tarp and cover the motor to keep water and snow and everything else from getting into the motor since it will be sitting idle.
2: Have a pool technician, or if you so feel inclined to try it yourself, cut the plumbing work and uy some quick disconnect fittings for your plumbing, One just before the motor, and one just after the motor but before the filter tank. If you are unsure or have ANY DOUBTS at all. DO NOT DO THIS!!!!! Hire a professional. It will only take him 20 minutes
Now that you have quick disconnects installed, you just unscrew the disconnects, and remove the pump.
One thing to note with this too: You may have electrical issues. If your pool pump is wired directly to your timer box (again, remember, every pool is unique in how it was set up and designed) and does not have a standard 110v or 220v plug, you may need to get an electrician to alter your electrical so that you can just unplug your motor when you remove the quick disconnects in the plumbing.
Hope this information helps
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