Why does my variable-speed pool pump stay on high speed and never switch to low speed?
Your variable-speed pump likely stays on high speed because it lacks a programmed schedule, lost settings after a power outage, or has…
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Pools & Spas
Practical, step-by-step fixes for pools & spas problems — 40 published so far.
Why does my variable-speed pool pump trip the breaker only when running at high speed?
Your variable-speed pump trips the breaker at high speed because the motor draws more amperage than the circuit can handle, often due…
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Why does my variable-speed pool pump trip the breaker when it ramps up to high speed?
Your variable-speed pump trips the breaker on high speed because the motor draws more amps than the breaker or wiring can handle,…
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Why is my pool heater not heating the water even though it turns on
Your pool heater likely isn't heating because of low water flow, a dirty filter, a faulty thermostat, or a failed heating element…
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Why is my pool pump causing a high electric bill?
A pool pump spikes your electric bill when it runs too long, is oversized, or has a failing motor that draws extra…
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Your pool pump spikes your electric bill because it runs too many hours, uses an old single-speed motor, or has a clogged…
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Why is my pool pump losing prime
Your pool pump loses prime when air enters the suction line, breaking the vacuum needed to pull water — check for loose…
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why is my pool pump making a loud humming noise but not starting
A loud humming pool pump that won't start usually means the start capacitor has failed or the motor shaft is seized. The…
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Why is my pool pump running but not moving water?
Your pool pump is running but not moving water because it has lost prime — air is trapped in the suction line…
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Why is my pool pump running up my electric bill
Your pool pump is probably the biggest energy hog in your backyard because it runs 8–12 hours a day and has a…
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Why is my pool pump tripping the breaker
Your pool pump is tripping the breaker because it's pulling too much electrical current — usually from a failing motor, a clogged…
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Why is my variable speed pool pump running at high speed all the time?
Your variable-speed pump likely stays on high speed because its schedule is misconfigured, the control panel lost its programming, or a wiring…
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