Also to know is, why is my Hayward pool pump running backwards?
The chance for a pump to run backward occurs most commonly with applications utilizing three-phase power when installing a new pump and electric motor, replacing a motor, changing a starter, or adding a VFD. Before coupling the motor to the pump, run a “bump test” to ensure the shaft is turning the right way.
People also ask, what happens if you wire a motor backwards?
Since each wire consists of a positive and negative current within the magnetic fields, the flip-flopping of main and starter wires causes the motor to run in reverse rotation. This easy switching of wires works because the polarity of the magnetic field is reversed, thus reversing the motor.
How do you wire a pool motor diagram?
How do I know if I have 115 or 230?
The voltage reading should be within 10% of the voltage. For example, if the voltmeter reads between 207 and 253 volts, then you know you have a 230V motor.
How do you ground wire to a pool pump?
What does L1 and L2 mean in wiring?
The incoming circuit wires that provide the power are referred to as the line wires. L1 (line 1) is a red wire and L2 (line 2) is a black wire. Together, they show the motor voltage. Having both an L1 and L2 indicate that the motor voltage may be 240 volts.