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”.

Should my pool pump be on a GFCI breaker?

GFCI Breakers And Swimming Pool Equipment – What We Know And Our Recommendations. The National Electric Code requires that all swimming pool pumps be connected to a GFCI breaker.

What type of outlet does a pool pump use?

Since pumps for above grounds only come as 120V, they all have standard three-prong plug cords attached to them. So due to these pumps having standard cords on them, the easiest way to get power to your pool is to use an extension cord connected to some outlet from the house.

Why is my pool pump 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.

What causes a pool breaker to trip?

Why Is My Pool Pump Tripping The Breaker? If the windings inside the motor are shorting together due to heat or age, and your pump is drawing more current and heating up, you will likely notice it when you discover the pump has turned itself off.

How many amps does a pool pump take?

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 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 1.5 hp motor?

Okay, a 1.5 HP motor at 115 volts the Full Load Current (FLC) is 20 amps, (table 430.148 NEC) to figure out short circuit and ground fault protection you take 250% x FLC, so 250% x 20 (FLC) = 50 amps, this is your circuit breaker size.

What size breaker do I need for my 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.

What happens if pool pump gets wet?

When a pump loses prime, or stops pulling the water to itself, this reduced or nonexistent flow of water causes the motor to run hot. If this happens for long enough, parts on the wet end (basket, trap, etc.) may warp and the motor is susceptible to burnout.

Will a bad pool pump capacitor trip a breaker?

Pump Trips the Breaker When the breaker trips when trying to turn on the pump, most likely the motor shaft is frozen, the impeller is stuck, or the capacitor has blown. In some cases, it can be a bad breaker, especially one that is used often to turn the pump on and off.