How do I find out what the flow rate is for a 15 x 36 Intex Easy Set pool? Thank you.
1766725
The flow rate needs to be changed according to the weather. A good setting is 5. As the weather gets hotter and/or the pool is used more often, then a higher setting will be needed. You know that it is not set high enough if green algae starts to appear in the pool. If it is too high, swimmers will not like the chlorine smell.
1766726
You first need to work out the capacity of your pool in gallons. First you need the cubic capacity of the pool. If you have a round pool, as per dimensions 15' Diameter x 3' Deep, the cubic capacity will be 7.5 x 7.5 x 3.142 x 3 = 530.21 cu ft. As there are 5 US gallons in 1cu. ft. the capacity of this size of pool is 2651 gallons. The next thing is how quickly would you want the pool to be recycled through the filter. A rule of thumb may be 3 hours or so. In this case a pump and filter need only be rated for 20 gpm (Allowing for friction losses). Check on your pump and filter gpm rating. Always make sure the filter is large enough to accommodate the pump capacity.
1766727
You first need to work out the capacity of your pool in gallons.First you need the cubic capacity of the pool. If you have a round pool, as per dimensions 15' Diameter x 3' Deep, the cubic capacity will be 7.5 x 7.5 x 3.142 x 3 = 530.21 cu ft. As there are 5 US gallons in 1cu. ft. the capacity of this size of pool is 2651 gallons.The next thing is how quickly would you want the pool to be recycled through the filter. A rule of thumb may be 3 hours or so. In this case a pump and filter need only be rated for 20 gpm (Allowing for friction losses). Check on your pump and filter gpm rating. Always make sure the filter is large enough to accommodate the pump capacity. You first need to work out the capacity of your pool in gallons.First you need the cubic capacity of the pool. If you have a round pool, as per dimensions 15' Diameter x 3' Deep, the cubic capacity will be 7.5 x 7.5 x 3.142 x 3 = 530.21 cu ft. As there are 5 US gallons in 1cu. ft. the capacity of this size of pool is 2651 gallons.The next thing is how quickly would you want the pool to be recycled through the filter. A rule of thumb may be 3 hours or so. In this case a pump and filter need only be rated for 20 gpm (Allowing for friction losses). Check on your pump and filter gpm... » Read More You first need to work out the capacity of your pool in gallons.First you need the cubic capacity of the pool. If you have a round pool, as per dimensions 15' Diameter x 3' Deep, the cubic capacity will be 7.5 x 7.5 x 3.142 x 3 = 530.21 cu ft. As there are 5 US gallons in 1cu. ft. the capacity of this size of pool is 2651 gallons.The next thing is how quickly would you want the pool to be recycled through the filter. A rule of thumb may be 3 hours or so. In this case a pump and filter need only be rated for 20 gpm (Allowing for friction losses). Check on your pump and filter gpm rating. Always make sure the filter is large enough to accommodate the pump capacity. « Show Less
247834
I would call intex. They have supplied me with parts for my pool. Actually your unit is warranted for 2 years. Need to email them photo of receipt
2276569
I have the 1500 and the actual flow rate is 360 gal per hour if the info on the box is correct. I notice that as the filters get dirtier the rate slows down a little
735387
I have the 18 ft cover and an Intex pool, the cover touches all the sides with a couple of inches left over. I never trimmed mine, as it finds it way down naturally and lays pretty flat. I am not sure if a 15 ft cover would be as generous as this one, if it were, I would say you are probably safe. I have a lot of bunching up in areas that aren't laying flat. Ironically, that is where the water is the warmest. Just know, personally, I think trimming it would be a pain. It is a very large piece of plastic and even standing in the pool, as you cut, you might end up with those little bubble pieces. I have the 18 ft cover and an Intex pool, the cover touches all the sides with a couple of inches left over. I never trimmed mine, as it finds it way down naturally and lays pretty flat. I am not sure if a 15 ft cover would be as generous as this one, if it were, I would say you are probably safe. I have a lot of bunching up in areas that aren't laying flat. Ironically, that is where the water is the warmest. Just know, personally, I think trimming it would be a pain. It is a very large piece of plastic and even standing in the pool, as you cut, you might end up with those little bubble... » Read More I have the 18 ft cover and an Intex pool, the cover touches all the sides with a couple of inches left over. I never trimmed mine, as it finds it way down naturally and lays pretty flat. I am not sure if a 15 ft cover would be as generous as this one, if it were, I would say you are probably safe. I have a lot of bunching up in areas that aren't laying flat. Ironically, that is where the water is the warmest. Just know, personally, I think trimming it would be a pain. It is a very large piece of plastic and even standing in the pool, as you cut, you might end up with those little bubble pieces. « Show Less
830163
Hello,If you are using 1/2" pipe throughout the calulated flow rate for one SW-37 wnd the TopsFlo pump is 0.17 gpm. If you have very long runs it may be slightly slower. While this seems like a very low flow rate it is adequate to remove all the sloar heat from the panel efficiently. If you have more than one panel the flow rate will increase due to the fact that they are connected in parallel.Thank YouHeliatos Solar
479065
never paid much attention to flow rate, but we have flow rate to meet our needs. I would expect that flow rate is is related to the pressure that your water supply or regulator provides.
463308
You can find a lot if info about this product at intex's website. I have a 24' x 52" round pool and I have to run this at 10-11 hours. 12 hours is the full cycle. I believe it goes by gallons but I'm not sure. So you can figure out around how many gallons my pool is and guess about yours. I believe in the system. This system makes it all so easy.
1335945
I purchased it to replace a single speed. The speed is what defines the flow and this you can control and set up according to your preference/needs. The purchase of this pump through AMAZON was $500 less than the price at my local Pinch-A-Penny. I had it delivered within 3 days and installed it myself. My neighbor had a "pool-guy" replace his pump and was given a pump that was way inferior and cost the same as this one. Go to the Pentair web page or You-Tube and view the video on this pump. You wont regret getting it.
735005
Not completely sure. It didn't work as well as I'd hoped for my pool. Didn't last long.
283498
J - I don't have time to calculate the number of gallons in a pool that size... Mine is a 24 ft diamater round pool with 52-inch walls and holds 10 - 12,000 gallons of water. My Hayward 1 1/2 hp powerflow pump does an excellent job of circulating the water and the filter keeps the water clean. I am very content with the setup. My best advice is to buy more than the minimum you will need. My pool will operate on a 1 hp pump, but the extra 1/2 hp really helps. The pump won't have to work as hard, it will be quieter, you will have power when you need it (for vacuuming, etc.), and you will be happier. J - I don't have time to calculate the number of gallons in a pool that size... Mine is a 24 ft diamater round pool with 52-inch walls and holds 10 - 12,000 gallons of water. My Hayward 1 1/2 hp powerflow pump does an excellent job of circulating the water and the filter keeps the water clean. I am very content with the setup. My best advice is to buy more than the minimum you will need. My pool will operate on a 1 hp pump, but the extra 1/2 hp really helps. The pump won't have to work as hard, it will be quieter, you will have power when you need it (for vacuuming, etc.), and you will be... » Read More J - I don't have time to calculate the number of gallons in a pool that size... Mine is a 24 ft diamater round pool with 52-inch walls and holds 10 - 12,000 gallons of water. My Hayward 1 1/2 hp powerflow pump does an excellent job of circulating the water and the filter keeps the water clean. I am very content with the setup. My best advice is to buy more than the minimum you will need. My pool will operate on a 1 hp pump, but the extra 1/2 hp really helps. The pump won't have to work as hard, it will be quieter, you will have power when you need it (for vacuuming, etc.), and you will be happier. « Show Less
267424
As far as I can tell, the flow rate cannot be changed. The only thing you can adjust is the direction of the flow.
151804
I've never had an easy-set pool so not sure about that type.For an 18" pool I'd recommend the 14"/1600GPH pump.
2278419
I have an Intex 18 x 10 oval pool and it works great. None of the adapters it came with worked with the pool, but I was able to use the adapter that came with the Intex Deluxe wall mount skimmer. However, the vacuum works best with 1500 gph pump and above. I'm now using 2500 sand and salt filter and works very good.
1558448
I need an answer to this very question as well. So far the answers seems to conflict each other. Anyone else have experience with using this on an intex metal frame pool?
2240480
I don't know. You might want to go to this pool forum, create an account for yourself and pose the question there. Lot of good info. http://www.poolforum.com/pf2/index.php?s=ee2d2100b4cb9a81ff1ca5823d1d8deb
2080618
This and the IC40 is everything you need. Make sure your pool is very large if you are getting the IC-40. You might consider the IC-20 or the IC-15 for smaller pools. Even on the lowest setting the IC-40 over chlorinated my pool. I traded it for a IC-15 after about 30 days. The box should be wired to your timer so it activates with the pump circuit. If directly wired it will stay on constantly. Not an issue because the flow switch keeps the unit not producing Chlorine but the lights etc. are on constant unless the power is removed. Keep your acid level correct and you will get years of great service out of this unit. Other items needed for full install. Waterproof 1/2" 3 wire whip for wiring from the timer to this separate box. #10 Solid Copper Ground wire for bonding of the housing.
8061
Im wondering if this worked for you? I have the same pool which is about 10,000 gallons- higher than the 7,000 it states. I read that you just need to look at how much the pump cycles per hour- was this one big enough for you? How's it working?