http://www.hottubworks.com/spa-repair-forum/ HotTubWorks Spa Repair Forum: Forum: Spa Pumps - Recent Posts en Sun, 21 Mar 2010 01:45:18 +0000 http://www.hottubworks.com/spa-repair-forum/topic/model-380-circulationheater-prob-1#post-251 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 12:49:13 +0000 Mary 251@http://www.hottubworks.com/spa-repair-forum/ <p>Is the <a href="http://www.hottubworks.com/SpaParts/PumpsCirculation.php">circulation pump</a> a small pump that would normally run 24 hours a day? I cannot see pictures on here but if you would like to email me at <a href="mailto:mary@hottubworks.com">mary@hottubworks.com</a> I can then take a look at what you have going on. </p> http://www.hottubworks.com/spa-repair-forum/topic/model-380-circulationheater-prob-1#post-245 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 00:30:11 +0000 Anonymous 245@http://www.hottubworks.com/spa-repair-forum/ <p>Hi and thank you for any help<br /> I have a jacuzzi whirlpool<br /> model b38000<br /> name model 380<br /> mfg# 062-04<br /> it was working fine then i noticed the circulation pump had stopped running (2 pump system) the shaft on the circulation pump spins freely<br /> the heater has stopped working to (see pic)<br /> the right control switch(an air pressure switch) does nothing<br /> the main jets pump comes on and works<br /> I did notice that the 2nd relay does not kick on (see pic)</p> <p>any help on what the problem may be<br /> sorry if a bit confusing<br /> I'm new to this</p> <p>thanks again </p> http://www.hottubworks.com/spa-repair-forum/topic/48-frame-or-56-whats-the-difference#post-59 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 22:42:28 +0000 marc 59@http://www.hottubworks.com/spa-repair-forum/ <p>Sounds like you may have a Square Flange --these are used mainly for pools or in deck spas that have a separate motor/pump set up somewhere other than in the spas cabinet. These are usually a Sta-Rite brand -or Pentair . These do require a completely different wet end and mounting. Your square flange is not interchangeable with most of the pumps on the hottubworks.com web site. These are easy to work on but do generally cost more to get parts. We can break it down for you once we know which pieces you need. Let me know -or call 800-770-0292 </p> <p>thanks marc </p> http://www.hottubworks.com/spa-repair-forum/topic/48-frame-or-56-whats-the-difference#post-56 Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:22:41 +0000 gspot 56@http://www.hottubworks.com/spa-repair-forum/ <p>What if my pump doesnt use bolts that go through the motor nor does it have a 48 or 56 frame distinction ? Mine has 4 large, short bolts just in the front part. </p> <p>Thanks -G </p> http://www.hottubworks.com/spa-repair-forum/topic/48-frame-or-56-whats-the-difference#post-55 Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:15:54 +0000 marc 55@http://www.hottubworks.com/spa-repair-forum/ <p>Simply put the 48 frame is smaller in motor housing diameter than the 56 frame. If you look at the 4 bolts that run from the back of your motor and go all the way to the front and hold the plastic wet on -- if you measure across from side to side -the 48 frames will measure approx 3-9/16s, were the 56 frame motors will measure 4-1/8 inch across. So if your bolt pattern is under 4 inches -you have a 48 frame motor, if your bolt pattern measures over 4 inches you have a 56 frame motor.<br /> This is important to know -specially if your ordering a wet end . The mounting foot is also going to be slightly different and sometimes the overall length can be different.<br /> DOUBLE CHECK YOUR FRAME SIZE --USE A TAPE MEASURE as some pumps are labeled 56Y buy still measure the same as a 48 frame. </p> http://www.hottubworks.com/spa-repair-forum/topic/pumps-are-like-a-box-of-chocolates#post-31 Fri, 10 Apr 2009 23:32:03 +0000 marc 31@http://www.hottubworks.com/spa-repair-forum/ <p>Before you order your new pump you need to stop and really look at what you have . There are dozens of different type SPA Pumps used today --some interchange and sadly some do not. Do the terms Square Flange , Bolt Through or C frame mean anything to you ?? I didnt think so. These are a few Very important things you do need to know or you will not get the pump you need.<br /> There is a lot of info on HotTubWorks.com web site about this subject.</p> <p>Keep in mind too that increasing the HP of your new pump most likely wont increase your jet pressure. All pumps run at the same RPM -so the speed wont change.<br /> Most manufacturers have UP-rated pump assemblies --this simply means that one pump can be used for several different applications -- It may say 3.0hp on the data tag but it may have a 2.0hp impeller inside the wetend -- so if you had a 2.0hp to begin with and you figured you would bump up a little to get more jet pressure ---well you can see that you are right back where you started. This same pump would also be used in a 3.0hp application except it would have a 3.0 impeller inside-- this is such a small change that one motor can run either or.</p> <p>also -------- you need to know that your pump assembly is 2 different parts. You have a motor --and you have a Pump or wet end.<br /> Any info you get from the Data tag on the motor --doesnt help us in determining which Wet end you have. So.. we really need to ID your wet end and get the Specs from the motor. BOTH are equally important. </p>