How To Install Your Own Pool Pump and Save $900

How To Install Your Own Pool Pump and Save $900 | VivoHome vs WhisperFlo

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How to Install your own Pool Pump and Save $900 - VivoHome vs WhisperFlo. I’ve replaced this video with better closeups for wiring. Same information but it shows more details. See the new video here: • Pool Pump Motor and Wh...
For this DIY, I had to replace a Pentair 2 HP WhisperFlo pump housing that cracked during the Texas Winter storms. It was going to be over $1200 for the WhisperFlo so I opted to try out the VIVOHome 2 HP Pump available from Amazon for $269. It ended up being a great replacement. The documentation on the wiring was lacking, but the install was super easy, but since there wasn't any wiring documentation I made the DIY video to make sure anyone wanting to install this cost saving pump was able to do so with the confidence that it is going to work.
The pump runs quiet, but it does get hot while running. See the link below for where to find this replacement pump:
www.amazon.com/VIVOHOME-Power...
I also found one on EBAY that was open box for $100 less; however, it came in missing key parts. For under $300 repair after including the cost for PVC cement, and unions from the Home Depot, I would just purchase the new kit from Amazon. If you ever need to replace it for some reason you can always roll the dice on your second one and save the $100 bucks.
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@DangerDIY 27 күн бұрын

I’ve had a number of people post comments that they needed a better view of the wiring. This is an 8 minute and 28 second video. If you watch the whole video there is a recap of the wiring at the end. There is only 13% of viewers looking at that part of the video. Also, please know that this is one of my first videos and I didn’t have an extra pair of hands to shoot the video. I can edit it after it is posted otherwise I would add additional images of the wiring. But please watch the end of the video if you need additional closeups of the wiring. They are in here. Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe to the channel so I can keep making more content. ❤ and thanks. -Rob

@cooperfrominterstellar921 3 жыл бұрын

This will save me a lot, thanks for sharing this man, I really appreciate your honesty and honest review.

@DangerDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks John. You are a good man my friend.

@cooperfrominterstellar921 3 жыл бұрын

@@DangerDIY yeahhh 💕❤️

@agsmisaal8854 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for explaining the method I will install this pump myself now

@DangerDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Good luck with it!

@donatoreysag7105 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Coz I bought a new pool pump and at least you gave me a pretty good idea on how to go about it.

@DangerDIY Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@Fifamobilelegend631 3 жыл бұрын

Woosh, I never know before that this dude is from Texas, that's my dreamland and the second largest US state.

@DangerDIY 3 жыл бұрын

I hope you come to visit this awesome state someday.

@floridabill6088 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the wiring tip. That will save me time.

@DangerDIY Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome.

@aidomnyamwezi6935 3 жыл бұрын

Oro por ti, tu trabajo está progresando hacia el éxito.

@DangerDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Gracias mi amigo.

@johnrickman8941 Жыл бұрын

Thank you you clear the 110 to 220 switch

@GlennRoper Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video I bought it to replace my Heyward

@DangerDIY Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching it and leaving me a comment. Much appreciated! I am glad it was helpful.

@SUMARANTOTZ 3 жыл бұрын

Construcción extremadamente legendaria de verdad

@DangerDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Gracias. Muy amiable.

@magufulijoseph8806 3 жыл бұрын

So awesome information 👌

@DangerDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@johncasor9698 Ай бұрын

yep i just bought one of these unit same unit as in this video. 2 days it was here at my home. WOW... Have not yet installed it but i will tomorrow..

@DangerDIY Ай бұрын

Hope the install goes well. I put a sun shade enclosure over mine and it seems to help keep it a lot cooler.

@DangerDIY 21 күн бұрын

@@johncasor9698 how’d it go??

@TheJcrandazzo 10 күн бұрын

Thankyou so much for the confirmation.

@junior3000gt 3 жыл бұрын

Hello and thank you for posting this video, my question is, does this kind of pump save money compared to a older annoying loud pump or will it be the same. Mine is working fine, just very loud and it’s behind my master bed room 😢 and i can here it, thats my question, thank you 🙏

@DangerDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Salvador, thank you for your question. If your pump is loud it is in the process of failing and is likely using more electricity than normal. But without hooking up a multimeter I wouldn’t know for sure. But if you do get this new pump it runs very quiet. Mine is still running very quiet. I cannot hear it unless I am in front of it. Run the new pump at 220v it you can as it should run a little cooler and use slightly less power than at 120v due to that lower amperage and heat. Let me know if you have other questions and I will do my best to answer. Thank you for watching and for posting.

@poolguykp1990 3 жыл бұрын

good review. Especially the electrical part of the video. I would point out that you didn’t have to reduce down to 1.5 inch PVC because you could’ve slipped a 2 inch coupler over the outside of that union. Just an FYI..👍🏼

@DangerDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching the video and the feedback. I wish I’d thought of that as it would have saved me a few bucks and made it a little easier install. That is what I love about this channel is I get great feedback and really learn a lot as well. Thanks again!!

@anonymous..- 2 жыл бұрын

Yup, killed flow....

@DangerDIY Жыл бұрын

If anyone needs close ups of the wiring you can find them in this video at about 2 minutes in: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/n7uFfLZhmt-0inU.html I made this video after the one you are watching but it doesn’t get suggested as often as this one does. But I added close ups and more on screen references for the wiring.

@johncasor9698 Ай бұрын

@@DangerDIY you video was removed on the wiring of unit ???

@DangerDIY 29 күн бұрын

Is it giving an error? I just clicked it and it is working from the link.

@tjjoubert9322 24 күн бұрын

I DID enjoy the video, but it would have been better to see the complete set up, including the re-connecting of the wires before you completely installed the pump and showed it after the fact. The still shots at the end did not complete if for me. Thanks, nonetheless!

@DangerDIY 24 күн бұрын

@@tjjoubert9322 thanks for the feedback and for letting me know. This is one of my earliest videos and I didn’t have an extra set of hands to help me photograph while I was installing. I have more camera tools now to help with that but unfortunately in the early videos I was still learning how to shoot the video and do the work. I hopefully have improved dramatically. Unfortunately KZfaq doesn’t let me edit the video after it is posted.

@lostwanderer4525 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. I am installing my second one now. They dont last very long but I could but 10 of them before it equals one of the big boys.

@DangerDIY Жыл бұрын

Agreed. Thanks for the comment and for watching the channel.

@Aerogrow 2 жыл бұрын

just found the flexible pvc; where has this been all my life. Anyone know if it is sensitive to UV damage longer term?

@DangerDIY 2 жыл бұрын

So far so good. Over 1 year in use.

@brandyfirkins1252 2 жыл бұрын

Hi I have a question we just recently purchased this 4 Hour above ground Summer Waves pool it's approximately 5000 gallons. My girlfriend bought it thinking that it was a heat pump. However I'm thinking that I can still use it. Do you think it's too much for my pool again it's a 15 foot 48 in deep above-ground swimming pool. My next question is how do I keep my pool heated year round? I'm looking for the cheapest most effective option. I would like to keep my pool around 85 degrees. With the lowest cost. I live in the Pacific Northwest what suggestions do you have for me? Thank you for your time and your video very informative.

@DangerDIY 2 жыл бұрын

The pump will work fine and you can just run it on a timer for less time to circulate the water through the filter. I would guess 8 hours a day would be plenty for your pool. Maybe 4 hours in the morning and 4 in the evening. As far as heating goes, I use a Hayward propane heater but I only use it to heat a small hot tub section of my Pool. It would be cost prohibitive to heat the entire pool with propane. I had a heat pump on my Pool in KS and a cover and it was still $200-350 a month to heat it. So if you wanted to heat the Pool you will want an insulated cover for when it is not being used and a heat pump style heater like Hayward W3HP21004T HeatPro 95,000 BTU Pool Heat Pump for In-Ground Pools www.amazon.com/dp/B07SQ2M3BM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_HFABTDXRGGJSNRWRX0RC?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 from Amazon or any other highly rated heat pump style pool heater. I hope this was helpful, that I answered your question, and good luck with the project!

@s.v.t-mart2736 17 күн бұрын

so if I understood correctly I just have to cut the wire with the 110v socket and connect to 220v?

@DangerDIY 17 күн бұрын

That should technically work out as one would expect the current wiring to be able to handle the amperage load since it is a plug to run the motor at 120v AC and that is an even higher amperage load for the motor than the 240VAC. Cutting the wires and splicing into them should be just fine with that being the deal, right? The problem I have with that, in my opinion, is the plug wiring looks too thin and so I went with wiring of a higher thickness (lower gauge) to handle the high current load. I’ve never cut into the power cord and spliced in the power, rather I’ve disconnected the cord and ran directly to the same terminals they are connected to inside. I may be totally taking an unnecessary step by doing that but this is what I have done and I am on my 3rd motor having had 2 burn up due to the pool pipes breaking during freezing weather and needing to replace the overheated pumps after they ran with no water. But the same connections for 120VAC are the same ones for the two hot lines for 240VAC; just need to make sure the selector switch is on the 240 setting. Let me know how it goes. Thanks for the question and good luck on your install.

@s.v.t-mart2736 16 күн бұрын

@@DangerDIY thank you, yes I will test with the 120v cord and if the cord gets too hot I will plug it directly inside, I will keep you informed

@jcmpli 3 жыл бұрын

My PVC plumbing is limited. Can you tell me what is the measurement between the inlet and the outlet (discharge)

@DangerDIY 3 жыл бұрын

It is about 9 inches from the center of the discharge to the edge of the inlet. I will post a picture of it so you can see it. www.dropbox.com/s/0svazsq95bawv5x/IMG_6471.jpg?dl=0

@Join-Shaklee-Now Жыл бұрын

Hey great video - thanks. IMPORTANT Question on the 115/230 switch. My new pump is just like yours only it is 1.5 HP - has the same wires, etc. - but my switch is a rocker switch - currently 115 is pushed in and 230 is pushed out. I am going with 230 power like yours. Do I leave 230 pushed out - or do I push it in??? Manual that came with it says nothing. Thanks in advance! -steve

@dougabrams8632 Ай бұрын

Push the rocker that seis 230volt in when supplying it with 230 or actually 240 same difference....don't leave 115 pushed in ....

@davegriffiths326 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Do you have a picture of the wire placements for the 230 setting?

@DangerDIY Жыл бұрын

Oddly enough I didn’t because they go on the exact same place as the 110v wires. But I did reference my video because I had to redo the wiring last year because I took everything off to level the pad. If you watch the video you can see where I put them but they are the same wiring as the 110V connections.

@DangerDIY Жыл бұрын

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@lescutler6697 Жыл бұрын

I am attempting to change a pump that I purchased from Amazon and the electric comes with a three prong cord and I have a junction box that the old one was connected to. The box with the electricity is on the new pump has a tri-screw it’s like three prong instead of a Phillips head. Where can I get a screwdriver like that and how do I get the cord changed? Thank you.

@DangerDIY Жыл бұрын

Les, I am not sure I am following you on the description of what you are seeing. As far as getting a specialty screwdriver I am sure you can find it online or at a local electrical supply. For the wiring my video shows the wiring on the pump side. You can multimeter out your wires to see if they are 240 volt or 120 volt and to identify each wire correctly (hot, hot, ground, or hot, neutral, and ground. )

@RBT8404 3 жыл бұрын

I installed the pump yesterday, the unit was wet along with the booklets. The outside of the box showed no water damaged. Right out the gate the pump motor is running hot. Doesn’t seem right. Is this normal?

@DangerDIY 3 жыл бұрын

The wetness does seem incredibly odd. No idea why that would have been the case. After installation, Mine was hot enough that I didn’t want to touch it for more than a few seconds. What voltage are you running at? I am at 220v and I would think at 110VAC it might run hotter than at 220. Was the motor running quiet? If it is running quiet you are likely okay. If you take a temp reading I can take one on mine and compare if you like. Just post a reply and I will get that done for you.

@TheJcrandazzo 10 күн бұрын

I can connect or splice in line 1 and line 2 ( from 240 V time switch)each of the plugs legs and just flip the switch to 240 ? correct.. Thx

@DangerDIY 10 күн бұрын

@@TheJcrandazzo that is correct. I direct wired but there is no reason why splicing the wires shouldn’t work. The amperage is lower at the higher voltage so the wires should be sufficient. Obviously switch to 240V on the selector before energizing the circuit. 👍

@Citizen-of-theworld 2 жыл бұрын

Do you add chlorine or any steriliser to your pool or just normal supply water?

@DangerDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Yes. Chlorine tabs on a feeder and pool perfect weekly with shocking about once a week with liquid chlorine. Water tests at Leslie’s every two weeks and I add what they say to add for pool chemistry.

@abkahvegi 2 жыл бұрын

can I just leave the connection as is or do I have to switch it to 220 V like you did?

@DangerDIY 2 жыл бұрын

If you are hooking up To 220v you have to move the switch. If you are hooking up to 110v it should be on that when it comes in but just confirm. But hooking up to the wrong voltage without setting the switch could fry the motor.

@lizetehvarelas2063 3 жыл бұрын

Hi sir, loves your video. Had to replace mine a 2 weeks ago. How is yours doing? Mine was fine for two weeks and today I just noticed the pump is not pulling enough water anymore. I might have to get I touch with manufacturer.

@DangerDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. So sorry to hear your pump isn’t working well. Is it humming or really hot? That would be a good sign that it is failing. If not maybe there is something that is obstructing the water flow like a dirty filter or something. In any case I wish you good luck in getting it figured out. Thanks for watching the video and for leaving me a comment!! If you get a chance please subscribe. I will have additional pool automation videos posting over the next months.

@Gmt123181 2 жыл бұрын

This is great except I need to know where to hook up the incoming 220v wires? Do they hook into the wires with the wire nuts? You didn't show how you actually wired it in.

@DangerDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Gina, thanks for the question. You could just clip the wires inside the housing, strip them and then connect them using wire nuts. However, I used a crimp on connector and put them onto the same connections. Here is a link to the connectors that will fit the electrical connections inside the housing: www.amazon.com/dp/B01G4QH5H4/ also if you need additional video just reply and I will make a short video tonight and post it showing exactly how to do both of these methods on the actual pump motor. (It would be no problem at all). Also I edited this video with a new one that does show the wiring a lot better (but not showing me installing it) at kzfaq.info/get/bejne/n7uFfLZhmt-0inU.html

@tristunlynn138 Жыл бұрын

Could you please post a video of this!

@DangerDIY Жыл бұрын

It isn’t my video but this one covers it. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qbqfp7hhzMqnkpc.html for the switching of the timer. The wiring on the motor is avail on the link above this comment to Gina.

@billpaul8803 Жыл бұрын

Looks good, congrats!

@DangerDIY Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@victordelgado74 3 жыл бұрын

Do you run the pump without a timer? Does it matter?

@DangerDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Yes. You should run the pump with a timer to do two things. Save electricity, and money and secondly the pump should last longer running on shorter cycles. www.swimmingpool.com/maintenance/pump&filter/how-long-to-run-pool-pump/ suggests 8 hours a day. You can do the pump at different times to make up 8 hours or all 8 in a row. Read the article F the link provided. Thanks!

@lennyhewitt1 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, I can't see anything in the manual about the PVC connections that go into the black fittings. I looked at the video and didn't see any purple cleaner on the connection where the PVC goes into the black fittings. Did you use cement on those fittings? I'm not sure if I'm supposed to. It would seem silly not to but wasn't sure and wanted to check with you before doing anything permanent.

@DangerDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Yes. The union joints that slide into the 1 and 1/2 inch PVC get purple primer and then cement on the contact surfaces (if they make contact with the other pipe you are joining). The threaded pipe gets Teflon tape and no cement. Let me know if that makes it clear and if not I can post a video for you!!

@DangerDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Lenny, I just wanted to check in with you to see if that was sufficient and if so how the install went. If not let me know and I can provide additional detail. Thank you.

@lennyhewitt1 3 жыл бұрын

@@DangerDIY Hello there. Sorry for not responding earlier. Just seeing this. We got it installed and everything is working. I still need to do the electrical. Just using 110 plug for now before I cut any cords. The top part is leaking a little still gotta figure that out. Probably just some plumber putty needed. Thanks again.

@josefran2004 9 ай бұрын

Excellent AAAA +++++

@DangerDIY 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for watching and for your comment.

@chrismartin500 2 жыл бұрын

Is the pump still working? I am looking at buying one of these for my pool.

@DangerDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Yes. It is still running 24 x 7 since the day I installed.

@Mosquito-balls 2 жыл бұрын

As a pool mechanic in Florida lmk when you do your own set up all electrical and automation 😂😂 u won’t id love to see i challenge you to do it, plus set up the app and antenna lets see how smart you really are

@DangerDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Ok. Thanks. I appreciate you watching my channel and look forward to your feedback on my automation video for what I did wrong after I post it. (Ot maybe my wife put you up to this so I’d move up the pool project to next on my list).

@Mosquito-balls 2 жыл бұрын

@@DangerDIY yea my parents never believed in child labor laws, worked in pools since i was 10 years old, did multiple certifications and went to university for aquatic engineering or pool engineer, worked with the biggest pool companies in south Florida, built my own etherium mining rig with DIY videos on, and learning more about electrical technology. Like the father of electromagnetism andre marie ampere French physicists during French Revolution

@angeltorres6673 3 ай бұрын

Did your pool pump came with a switch in the back to flip from 110 v to 220 volt??

@DangerDIY 3 ай бұрын

Yes. They have moved the switch at least once. But you should see a switch to move.

@angeltorres6673 3 ай бұрын

@@DangerDIY thank you!

@crystrezerex2life 2 жыл бұрын

Does a filter have to be in with the plastic strainer, or just the strainer alone

@DangerDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Just the strainer. No extra netting or filter needed.

@crystrezerex2life 2 жыл бұрын

@@DangerDIY thnx....and that will keep the pool clean? Cause the one I have fright now is a paper filter.

@DangerDIY 2 жыл бұрын

@@crystrezerex2life the pump doesn’t filter the pool. The basket is only to capture and leaves or other debris so it doesn’t mess up the impeller. You will have a filter for the pool after the pump that is for the size of pool you have. Like a pentair cartridge filter, sand filter, or other type of filter.

@georgevrooman6612 Жыл бұрын

My old (25 yrs) pump was directly wired to an electrical breaker box just beside the pump. The wiring to the pump is Red (solid), Blue (stranded) and White (stranded). No bare solid ground wire or green coated ground wire in wiring conduit. The new pump is the VIVOHOME 2.0 HP Swimming Pool Pump, SKU: VH514, HBP1500 11. 1) VIVOHOME service emailed me stating that no rewiring for 220 volt is required, just toggle switch to '230'. OK? 2) Was planning on wiring a female electrical plug (15 amps), but am unsure how to wire up the plug. Any thoughts?

@DangerDIY Жыл бұрын

You will need to meter out your wiring to determine what you have there. I have no way to know what is already there but not figuring that out first is perilous for wiring anything to it without knowing for sure.

@georgevrooman6612 Жыл бұрын

My error, forgot to attach. Per my Multimeter - Blue to ground = 110V, Red to ground = 110V, White to ground = 0 V, Red to White 110V, Blue to White 110V and Red to Blue = 220V.

@DangerDIY Жыл бұрын

@@georgevrooman6612 based on your post is looks like that means white is your ground and the other two are your 110V lines. Make sure to cut the power at the breaker before connecting everything and verifying 0 volts before handling the wiring. but after power is cut off you can put the blue and red where the 110v plug terminals was connected and the white where the green ground would Normally go if those readings are accurate. Make sure to set the voltage selector to 220v and then when everything is connected you should be good to go. If you have any doubts or are unsure of anything you may want to get an electrician. Good luck.

@georgevrooman6612 Жыл бұрын

Success!!! I appreciate your help. George

@DangerDIY Жыл бұрын

@@georgevrooman6612 awesome and congrats! Way to go!

@jeffcenter1161 Ай бұрын

What is the order of the wire placement on the voltage selector switch? Anyone have a picture?

@DangerDIY 8 күн бұрын

I only have what is in the video but not quite sure what you are asking for here. Did you disconnect the wires on the selector switch?

@jonathansafa2882 2 жыл бұрын

Do i have to do anything to clear the water out before cutting out old pump?

@DangerDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Disconnect the power -Turn off the pump, shut off the power at the circuit breaker, close the valves to the pump from and to the pool, open the lid of the pump to release any pressure or if there is a drain plug you can open that first. If you have to cut away the old pump, you can use a sawzall or a PVC pipe cutter or a manual saw. All will work. It is okay if there is a little water still in the old pump or pipes. Just take care not to get your electric saw wet on the electric parts (the saw blade is fine). If I didn’t answer your question let me know what I didn’t explain and I will try to give it another go. Thanks for watching and asking the question!

@jonathansafa2882 2 жыл бұрын

@@DangerDIY what an absolutely fantastic response. I wasn’t sure if I start cutting if all the pool water will start to flow and I’ll be effed! Tackling this tomorrow! Replacing a single speed 1hp with a variable speed 1.5hp. Hopefully this gets my hot tub working!

@DangerDIY 2 жыл бұрын

@@jonathansafa2882 thank you. And yes, anything that is below the level of the water will absolutely drain out of your hot tub with gravity if you don’t have a valve you can shut to prevent it. Good luck on your repair and please let me know how your DIY goes!!

@the_realhead_turner3969 2 жыл бұрын

I installed one of these motor and the flow in the pool starting to flow real low. Amy idea why?

@DangerDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Did you change the size of the supply line or pipes at all?

@the_realhead_turner3969 2 жыл бұрын

@@DangerDIY nope. Didn't..

@DangerDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Did it ever run full after install? If so I would check all the filters and also see if your main line is clogged or obstructed.

@deeday763 13 күн бұрын

What did you do with the green wire in the thumbnail?

@DangerDIY 13 күн бұрын

@@deeday763 that is the bonding wire for your pump to your pool. I don’t have any wires from my pool making it that far (at least that I could find) so my pump isn’t bonded to my pool. But most of the time you will have a copper wire that is bonded to your pool frame and ground and this wire would be used to bond this equipment to that as well.

@cindydelay7772 Жыл бұрын

How has your pump held up?

@DangerDIY Жыл бұрын

I had to replace it due to a pipe breaking during the recent freeze and the pump running dry. My bad for the failure. But would probably running still if not for that.

@dougwood173 10 ай бұрын

Where did you get tge union

@DangerDIY 10 ай бұрын

Home Depot

@cynthialemus476 2 жыл бұрын

Can you put socks in the skimmer?

@DangerDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Yes. I have a skimmer basket that I have at the pool side I have done that with to provide better filtration. I’ve used this one in the past on this type of filter basket Coopache 30-Pack of Pool Skimmer Socks - Filters Baskets, Skimmers Cleans Debris and Leaves for In-Ground and Above Ground Pools www.amazon.com/dp/B073GSWKP2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_ZK8GF50B3YG80YDHZH4X Just order the size that fits your filter basket. I also saw these that go into the side of the motor filter basket: 12 Pack - 4 Inch Ring Filter Socks 200 Micron - Aquarium Felt Filter Bags -4 Inch Ring by 9.5 Inch Long [Short Version] - Fits Eshopps and Aqueon www.amazon.com/dp/B01DAYRQHC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_X6VKZPBZW90125THGZQS I haven’t used those before but they look like they should work.

@realoneil4078 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have to prime a pool pump?

@DangerDIY 2 жыл бұрын

I didn’t have to prime mine but I have a lot lower elevation from the pool to my ypump. But it really doesn’t hurt to add water into the system first so it doesn’t run while dry.

@realoneil4078 2 жыл бұрын

@Danger DIY Thanks really appreciate it. I install irrigation pump and I know you have to prime it. They are pretty much the same dealing with the wiring

@DangerDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Sure thing. I hope the install was easy and the pump works great for you! Have a great Friday and weekend.

@buckwallander2308 7 ай бұрын

how's the VivoHome running in 2023?

@DangerDIY 7 ай бұрын

I ran it dry and it burned up after an ice storm. But I installed another. I’d say you are going to get a good 2 years out of it as long as you don’t have a mishap that causes it to overheat. It got so hot that the basket melted. That same thing happened when I lost the pentair motor. You may get longer than two years but I did notice it was louder before the mishap which is usually a precipitating indicator of it aging. That is why I am guessing 2 years.

@buckwallander2308 7 ай бұрын

@@DangerDIY great thanks for the context and details!

@viljorapp1085 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, it's not that difficult This is very easy

@DangerDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@issamalqadhi6843 Жыл бұрын

Can u please tell me how to wire the pump I have same but I opened the cover to connect the wire but there is no place to connected

@DangerDIY Жыл бұрын

The video shows the wire connection locations. If you cannot see them and follow I would highly recommend hiring an electrician. There was a plug in cord attached which was connected to the same terminals you would use to wire to your electric. Based on the views and comments I would guess hundreds or thousands of people have installed their pumps with this video and were able to see the wiring from it. Did you watch the video as the wiring is what I mainly cover. Thank you. Good luck.

@ghulam4689 3 жыл бұрын

❤️❤️❤️❤️👍👌

@DangerDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@stixgonzalez5303 10 ай бұрын

You didn't even show the wiring

@DangerDIY 10 ай бұрын

share.icloud.com/photos/0fbQerP9Uvwe1jceaq60UH0iQ

@srhodes6963 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for not showing the key moment...hooking up the 220. I'll be damned if you can't search for hours and people always fail to include the critical info. Any idiot can connect PVC. I just need to see someone connect the damn 220v!

@DangerDIY Жыл бұрын

Sorry you weren’t able to get what you needed from the video and that it didn’t cover what was necessary for your install. For reference, At 2:52 in the video I point exactly where the wires go and mark them on screen with graphics. Also I clearly tell you that the wires that are already there when you buy it (the 110v lines) are exactly in the same location as where the 220v connections go. It is AC so you can put either 110v line on either conductor. Make sure you switch the motor to the 220v setting if you are connecting 220v. I made a subsequent video to this one that shows the wiring more closely. I covered that in the description of this video. But in case you didn’t read that you can find that video here kzfaq.info/get/bejne/n7uFfLZhmt-0inU.html And the wiring starts at 2 minutes in.

@DangerDIY Жыл бұрын

Here is a screen shot out of the second video with a close up of the wiring share.icloud.com/photos/0f309PWFFlVOdsCu-Gz6iVFsQ