In this regard, what happens if my pool is not bonded?
If you do not bond your pool equipment there is the risk that the equipment itself will become the anode in a galvanic couple with other metal components in or around your pool. If this happens, the anode metals will deteriorate at an advanced rate, a phenomenon called galvanic corrosion.
Beside this, does a pool pump have to be grounded?
Grounding your pool pump is essential. Without it, you might be exposed to fatal risks. If you do not ground your pool pump, it may function as a conductor. Thus, the electrical current may travel towards people or pets in the pool without insulation.
How do I know if my pool is grounded?
Look for an exposed copper wire attached to the motor and pumps, going into the ground. It should connect in a similar way as in the image to the left. If you live in a municipality, you can also contact the building and inspection department to see if your pool had a code inspection during its construction.
What wire do I use for pool pump?
The one and only choice for a wire material for a pool pump is copper. Copper has a lower resistance than aluminum which is the other common wire choice. Copper’s low resistance lessens voltage drop. The higher the motor horsepower, the more electricity it requires.
Do above ground pools need to be grounded?
Swimming pools must be properly grounded and bonded to prevent this danger. Why does an above ground pool need to be grounded and bonded? To prevent swimmers from suffering an electrical shock or being electrocuted.
Why is there a ground wire around my pool?
The goal of grounding is to direct and dissipate any harmful electrical current to the ground and away from pool equipment, people and pets. Grounding connects the pool’s electrical network to the electrical panel and then to the earth to direct and dissipate excess electricity.
How do you ground and bond a pool pump?
How do I install a ground wire in my pool?
Run a number 8 copper wire, a grounding ring, around the outside of the pool, 4 to 6 inches below ground level and 18 to 24 inches from the edges of the pool. Connect this grounding ring to the pool pump motor, the pool water supply and any heating element.