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Redneck Pool Heater...(You'll laugh, then say DAMN!)

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shardian:
The setup worked great...until the 'factory reconditioned' pump I got crapped out. I should have paid heed to the negative reviews,because apparently ever reconditioned pump IS bad.

Anyways, pool went from 72 to 84 in about 2 hours. The output line was 94 degrees running with a medium flow rate, and 88-90 running fairly heavy. I think another layer could put me around 94-95 running full power.

So the good news is that the setup works well. The bad news is I have to wait for a new pump...so no heated pool for the wife's birthday party on monday.  :'(

shardian:
I have a new pump, have the pool cleaned out, and am ready for round 2 baby! This time, I am applying some of my rusty Engineering skills and installing a safety device. I scored an old flow switch from work, which I will put in-line with the supply hose. This way I can wire it up to an alarm device, and be warned if the pump quits again (which should NOT be a problem now anyways). Ideally, I would like to wire the switch to a 24V shut-off solenoid valve in the propane supply line. Unfortunately, a shutoff solenoid valve is not free like the used flow switch.  ;)



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