above ground pool pumps

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I have a question regarding above ground pool pumps. Some pumps I have wired in the past have had built in timers, but one I installed today didn't. The pool place says to leave it run for 4-6 hours a day and then unplug the 120 volt twistlock. Does that sound right? To unplug and plug in daily? Is the addition of a timer a norm?? Let me know. THANKS
 
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I have a question regarding above ground pool pumps. Some pumps I have wired in the past have had built in timers, but one I installed today didn't. The pool place says to leave it run for 4-6 hours a day and then unplug the 120 volt twistlock. Does that sound right? To unplug and plug in daily? Is the addition of a timer a norm?? Let me know. THANKS
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I would add a timer. Get yourself a 120v single pole single throw timer if it is easy enough to install. Why depend on plugging and unplugging every day. That is bound to cause a problem sooner or later.
 
You really should install a timer. The customer will hate you if you don't. I would strongly recommend installing a switch at the pump as well. It is pain in the rear to have to unplug the pump all the time for various maintenance reasons. I didn't install a switch on mine and I get annoyed on a regular basis because of this. You'd think I would just install the stinkin switch and get on with life but you know how it is....:rolleyes:
 
A time clock just makes sense. In fact mine is under the deck and I use it as the switch because I'm authorized personnel! Every time I go to vacuum the pool I say the same thing....I should wire a by pass switch up on the deck under the hand rail.Then I wheigh the options, 2 hrs to wire switch properly or drink beer and swim. Or I could drink and wire switch but that would defeat the purpose of drinking the beer. So I've decided to wait until winter(again).
 
I would definately install a timer.

By removing and reinstalling the twistlock cord cap everyday during pool season is asking for equipment falure at some point and even pose a hazard to the person removing and installing the cord cap.

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I agree with the use of a 120V SP/ST timer. Intermatic makes a nice 3R raintite (if exposed) "greybox" timer. Put a switch between the load of the timer & pump. I like to use Sealtite, or liquidtite flexible metallic conduit when terminating pump connections.
 
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