Replacing Pump/Motor Help

[MConner0208]

I have been following the TFP method for a few months now and cannot believe how easy it is to follow. My neighbors, friends and family always compliment how "clear" the water is!

I have hit a bump in the road with my pump/motor.

• The motor is receiving power, tries to come on but seems like it cannot get over the initial start up
• The housing is extremely hot, which I think is causing the motor to shut down since it is not turning over
• The motor and pump appear old; house built in early 90's, we have been here two years.
• I have no water features and am not using the pump for any other reason to filter water...it is also running on an intermatic timer box

Motor Information (Sticker is faded so this is all I can see)

• US Motors - 1081 Pool Motors
• Model C55CXKLS-5006
• CAT NO EUSQ1102
• H.P. 1.0
• SF 1.25
• RPM 3450
• Volts 230/115
• K14C Frame Assembly

Pump Information

• Model A5D-120L
• Everything Else I'm not sure about

My Questions

• I really don't want to replace the entire pump and motor; I'd like to attempt replacing the motor myself...is there any reason to replace the whole thing outside of just updating?

• If it cost a couple hundred dollars more for a whole new pump/motor would you just go that route considering how old my pump looks?

• If I replace just the motor is there a better way to save a little money on electricity.

• INYOPOOLS.com looks like a good place to figure all this out as well

Thanks for the guidance; picture attached as well.

Jason

 

[ajw22]

Check if your motor has a starting capacitor. I don’t see the bump on the top but it may be internal behind the rear plate.

 

[Texas Splash]

Hey Jason! If the motor is the culprit, definitely change just the motor if you're up to it. Many folks do it who have a basic understanding of electrical wiring. InyoPools will help you with the motor replacement and should also suggest the recommended "Go-Kit" with seals. I've seen a few YouTube videos on motor replacements much like your set-up. So as long as you don't see any damage to the wet end which would require replacing, I'd go the motor route. Oh, make sure to ask for a 2-speed motor so you can reap the low-cost benefits of running on low speed.

 

[ajw22]

Here is an older thread about a similar motor —> Replacement pump for US Motors 1081 Pool Motor

 

[MConner0208]

Thanks for the guidance everyone. I'll be giving INYOPOOLS a call in the morning.