You want a thicker extension cord, because a pool pump requires a good amount of electricity to run. Also, because the pump uses a lot of power, the outlet that you plug the extension cord into should be on what is called a “dedicated circuit”.

Can I run my pool pump with an extension cord?

Running your pump with an extension cord voids the warranty in most cases. Running the pool pump motor with an extension cord that is not adequately paired for the filters power will damage the motor. At times, pool owners, however, use extension cords in lieu of a costly job to bury a power line beneath the ground.

What wire do I need 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. Coppers low resistance lessens voltage drop. The higher the motor horsepower, the more electricity it requires.

How do you wire up a pool pump?

2:365:11How To: Wire A Pool Pump - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipScrew a metal elbow on to your pool pump at the end of the motor. Run conduit from the metal box toMoreScrew a metal elbow on to your pool pump at the end of the motor. Run conduit from the metal box to the pump string. Your three wires through the conduit.

How many amps does a 1.5 HP pool pump use?

1 HP is 746 watts x 1.5 HP = 1,119 watts. 1,119watts ÷ 120volts= 9.325 amps.

What size breaker do I need for a inground pool?

You have 18 amps so a 20 amp breaker on 12 gauge wire should be sufficient.

Should pool pump run during rain?

It is entirely safe to run your pool pump when its raining – most of the time. Running your pool pump during rain should not affect the pumps ability to do the job it was designed to do. However, if you have drainage problems where the pool pump is installed, that could be a problem.

What size breaker should I use for a pool pump?

20-amp A typical above ground pool pump will require a 20-amp breaker and use #12 gauge wire to deliver the electricity.

How many amps does a pool pump pull?

Since its an aboveground pool pump its an uprated model and draws in the vicinity of 10 to 12 Amps at 120 volts. It might draw less depending on your plumbing.

Can you wire a pool pump backwards?

You would have to flip the starter winding to reverse rotation and with a single phase induction motor, that is not possible because of the hard wired connections. Plus water still pumps in the same direction with a reversed motor just much less efficiently.

Does pool pump need GFCI?

-NEC requires GFCI protection for all pool pumps. A pool builder or electrician cannot install power to your pool pump per code without one. -Moisture from rain, sprinklers, or runoff causes GFCI breakers to trip as well.

How many amps does a pool pump use?

Since its an aboveground pool pump its an uprated model and draws in the vicinity of 10 to 12 Amps at 120 volts. It might draw less depending on your plumbing.

How many amps does a 1.5 hp motor?

Common Horsepower to Amps ConversionsHorsepowerAmpsEfficiency.75 HP5.18 A90%1 HP6.91 A90%1.25 HP8.63 A90%1.5 HP10.4 A90%11 more rows

How many amps is a pool filter?

Since its an aboveground pool pump its an uprated model and probably draws in the neighborhood of 10 to 12 amps at 120 volts. Depending on your plumbing it may draw less.

Why does my pool pump keep tripping the breaker?

The most common reasons for a pool pump circuit breaker to trip are an overloaded motor, underrated pump breaker, bad motor windings or other earthing issue, moisture in the motor or moisture in the wiring.