USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS
TriStar Variable Speed Pump
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Maintenance
• Clean strainer basket regularly. Do NOT strike the basket to clean it. Inspect the strainer cover gasket regularly
and replace it as necessary.
• Hayward pumps have self-lubricating motor bearings and shaft seals. No lubrication is necessary.
• Keep the motor clean. Ensure the air vents and fan are free from obstruction to avoid damage. Do NOT use
water to hose off the motor.
• Occasionally, shaft seals must be replaced due to wear or damage. Replace with a genuine Hayward seal
assembly kit only.
• Do NOT use petroleum based lubricants on gaskets, o-rings, or plastic components. Use silicone based only.
*NOTE - Tighten the strainer cover lock ring and the union nuts by hand only (no wrenches).
Benefits of operating at low speeds
• Save electricity and money. A reduction in Pump Speed of 50% will reduce power consumption by up to 75%
• Better filtration - the filter can often remove smaller particles when the water moves slower
• Quiet operation, so therefore it is very unlikely to be intrusive to your neighbours
• Reduced Total Dynamic Head - less stress on equipment (e.g. filter) which can extend equipment life
When determining the speed(s) to operate your pump, you must also take into account the minimum requirements for
proper sanitation and equipment/water feature functionality.
It is recommended you filter (”turnover”) all the water in the pool at least once every 24 hours. Check with local
requirements for the minimum turnover rate. Running the pump at lower speed may require running the pump for a
longer period of time in order to meet the turnover requirements for proper sanitation.
Equipment such as heaters, skimmers, and chlorinators require minimum flows to operate correctly. Refer to the individual
equipment manuals for specific requirements for low flow operation.
After setting the pump speed(s), it is recommended you check all other equipment/water features are functioning as
intended. For example, when running at low speed for daily filtration, verify that the water is adequately flowing over the
skimmer weirs. Operate the pump at higher speeds for the shorter periods of time needed to operate a heater, water
feature, times of increased bather load, ect.
Energy Usage Overview
The energy consumed by a pool pump is measured in Watts (W) or kilowatts (kW). The range of TriStar Variable Speed
Pumps display, on the motor interface, the power consumption in Watts. Given this information it is very easy to
determine the cost of operating the pump:
Power consumption of pump X cost of electricity = Cost of Pump Operation per Hour
Example: TriStar Variable Speed Pump operating at 200 W. Cost of electricity = $0.22 per kWh
200W = 0.2 kW
0.2 kW X $0.22/kWh = $0.04 per hour
*NOTE: The power consumption is greatly effected by the speed of which the pump operates. Lowering the speed of the
pump can dramatically reduce the power that is consumed. Below are some of the major benefits of running the pump
at lower speeds.
Filter (V1 Low Speed) - This speed will meet the daily requirements for most private use pools up to 100,000 litres
depending on the model of pump used and the RPM it is adjusted too.
Boost (V2 Med Speed) - This speed can be used for the operation of Automatic Pool Cleaners, or to increase the flow for
the operation of pool accessories or at times of heavy bather load.
Turbo (V3 High Speed) - Use this speed for backwashing and operation of accessories that may require extra flow for
specific functions, such as Spa Jets and Water Features.
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