For example, for the first few days, you might run the pump at 2500 RPMs to see what your pool looks like. Next, you might dial it down to 1600 RPMs. If after a few days your pool starts to look cloudy or hazy, you can set the pump to run at 2000 RPMs. Every pool setup is different.
Subsequently, how do I set the schedule on my Intelliflo pump?
- Turn off power to pump (switch and breaker)
- Using black 3 way valve, turn off Skimmer (main drain on only)
- Remove pump lid.
- Fill pump with water all the way to top.
- Put pump lid back on.
- Turn on Pump.
Then, how do I reset my Pentair IntelliFlo VSF?
To reset the pump to the factory default settings:
- Ensure that the pump is powered on and the green power LED is on.
- Press the Stop button to stop the pump.
- Press and hold all of the four Speed buttons simultaneously for four seconds. Power off the drive.
Should I run my pool pump on high or low speed?
No matter what size pump you are using, running it at lower speeds saves energy – and money. For example, you could run your variable or two speed pump twice as long as you normally would on its higher speeds and still save money.
How long should a variable speed pool pump run?
However, it is important to note that a variable speed pool pump should ideally be running 24 hours a day to ensure proper and optimal water circulation.
How do you optimize a variable speed pool pump?
How long should I run my Pentair Intelliflo pump?
What should I set my variable speed pump at?
How long should I run my Pentair variable speed pump?
However, it is important to note that a variable speed pool pump should ideally be running 24 hours a day to ensure proper and optimal water circulation.
How many hours a day should I run my saltwater pool pump?
The pool pump in a saltwater pool should be run 8 to 12 hours per day on average. In saltwater pools, the pump needs to be on for two reasons. The first is to filter the water. The pump should complete at least one turnover of the pool water to filter it properly.
Does pool heat faster with pump on high?
Heat transfer efficiency is higher with higher flow rates. However, you have to look at total efficiency and cost. It may be worth the extra heat loss to run the pump at lower speeds.
What setting should my pool pump be on?
The “Filter” setting circulates water through the sand or DE media, then out the filter through the return port to the pool. This is the standard setting for normal pump and filter operation. The “Backwash” setting redirects the flow of water backwards through the filter media to flush out contaminants.
What should my pool pump be set on?
The lever should be on the ‘Filter’ setting most of the time. This is the setting that provides normal pool filtration by pushing the water through the filter media (sand, glass beads or D.E) that then traps any dirt and debris before the water is returned to the pool.
What is thermal mode on pool pump?
The sensor for Thermal Mode is in the drive, on top of the motor. This feature allows you to set a speed (450- 3450 RPM) or flow (20-140 GPM) that runs when the IntelliFlo® VSF Variable Speed and Flow Pump goes into Thermal Mode. The temperature level that you wish Thermal Mode to start can also be set.
What RPM should I run my Pentair pool pump?
Suction cleaners typically run at around 2200-2400 RPM. Heaters require 20 to 40 Gallons Per Minute (GPM) so might run at around half speed or a little higher. You would probably want to run your Spa at up to full speed, 3450, for maximum effect.
How do you adjust Pentair IntelliFlo pump?
How do I set the Pentair variable speed pump?
Do you run pool pump while swimming?
Chemicals that you add to your pool while the water is circulating don’t need to be recirculated; they will stay mixed even if you don’t pump the water continually. Although it’s generally recommended that all the pool water undergo filtration every 24 hours, the pump does not need to run all the time.
What is the normal speed for a Pentair pool pump?
Should I run my variable speed pool pump all the time?
Variable speed pumps
Variable speed pool pumps should run longer, based upon the operating speed. Most pool owners run their variable speed pump for 12 hours per day (3-4 hours on high speed for the pool cleaning system and 8-9 hours on low speed for filtration).
How do you calculate gpm from pool pump RPM?
For example, if the required motor speed is 900 rpm and the nominal speed is 1,000 rpm, the answer is 0.9. Multiply your answer by the nominal flow rate for the pump to give the converted flow rate. For example, if your answer is 0.9 and the nominal flow rate is 4,200 GPM, the converted flow rate is 3,780 GPM.