Comments on: Variable Speed Pool Pumps – Energy Efficient Pool Pumps and Filters, Save Money

By: Norman F

Norman F — Tue, 18 Aug 2015 18:51:29 +0000

In reply to Marcia.

Every pool configuration is different, so you might want to call Hayward with your configuration to get advice.

One complete turn of water per day is a good goal. Most pools need a little less than that.
The IntelliFlo is most efficient around 1,000 RPM speed, which usually works out to less than 24 hours a day operation. Yours might be set too fast.

You may need to adjust the RPM up to keep your skimmer(s) working well. There is no way to know if that is true without trying it out at 1,000 RPM and seeing how the skimmer does.

By: Marcia

Marcia — Sun, 16 Aug 2015 20:12:10 +0000

To continue…The installer set our pump to run 9 hours a day. Stating that this is necessary for a Florida summer. At noon it drops to 1 horsepower and continues running until 6 pm. We were away from the house for 2 weeks and set our a/c at 81 (normally set at 77 while we are home). Based on this and previous electric bills, we feel that the Hayward Variable speed pump has not provided the promised savings.

By: tony

tony — Wed, 08 Jul 2015 18:31:59 +0000

Great detail information. I highly recommend pong with the pentair model much more quite then the competitors. After i installed my variable speed pumps i actually save a lot of money they are 90% more energy-efficient, helping me save $1000 on electricity costs per year.

By: darren

darren — Sat, 25 Apr 2015 11:44:06 +0000

Variable speed pool pumps make use of a permanent magnet motor, which is very energy efficient. These type of pumps also produce way less noise than the conventional pool pumps. Swimming pool equipment repair should be performed after regular period to ensure smooth working of your pool pumps.

By: Norman F

Norman F — Sun, 14 Dec 2014 19:01:16 +0000

In reply to Erick A..

A high quality variable speed pool pump will save you money and can replace multiple pumps. Your local pool expert can examine your configuration and select the appropriate model. I would suggest you get a secondary quote from a store like Leslie’s Pool Supply. You can read more about this here:

https://www.nrel.gov/docs/fy12osti/54242.pdf

By: Erick A.

Erick A. — Fri, 12 Dec 2014 21:26:35 +0000

I presently have a 3 pump system pool. 1 for pool water(1.5 HP), 1 for pop up cleaning system (1HP) and 1 for water fall feature (1HP). I am being told by a pool repairman that I could save more $ if I keep using the 3 pumps than if I replace with a new VSP (Pentair or Hayward). I am getting confused!!! Anyone knows what could be the best alternative???

By: phoebe

phoebe — Tue, 17 May 2011 03:31:42 +0000

I am considering the ECO pump. It seems like the smart thing to get. Apparently you can go a step down as the E-4 is a 1HP but acts like a 1.65HP. My problem is the timer to go with this. It needs to be a 2 speed as the ECO pump is a 2 speed. I don’t know whether to get the 2 speed Intermatic T106R, the Intermatic T10604R that lets you shut it off as well (the T106R does not allow you to shut it off, just go from high speed to low speed), the Digital Time Clock Metal Enclosure with Freeze Protect-PE15, or the TightWatt2 Digital controller. Can anyone help me in this? I live in Michigan, so I won’t be operating it except May through September. I don’t have anything else on it. Currently, I only have an on/off switch.

By: Chalan Aras

Chalan Aras — Wed, 04 May 2011 19:42:04 +0000

Mike- are you using the Ecopump with a solar heater? Also, do you run a Polaris Sweep and does it work well with the low-speed setting of the EcoPump? I have an old 1 speed pump and am considering the intelliflo. I am intrigued with the Ecopump but want to make sure that it will work with the sweep.

Thanks,

Chalan

By: Mike

Mike — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 17:57:34 +0000

To close out my own question.
I ordered a motor from AO Smith (B2982: which is the same as the one used on the EcoPump) from Inyo. Installed this on my current wet-end and I am very happy with it. If you need a complete pump unit the Ecopump should be fine. If you have a good wetend, I would consider just switching out the motor.
I went from 1700W to 300W of power after the switch and am seeing about a $100+ drop in my electricity bill (California PGE rates). Far a $300-$400 investment, that is a pretty good ROI.

By: tim

tim — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 16:09:05 +0000

Following up on Mikes comments. Has anyone found any consumer info. on Ecopumps? sounds good but lack of market feed back is stalling the desision process