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By Century Motors


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Part # B981

Warranty 1 Year

Manufacturer Code B2981

Alternate Part #'s 12070, 165982, 177066, 177132, 177143, 190165, 190180, 193936, 1D186, 35-5375, 350088S, 355003S, 5KCR48PN2112X, 5U162, 8-177143-03, 8-190165-01, A100DSHL-Y, B960, B981, C1450, EB981, SQL1072R, SQL75FL2, 35-126-1248, CRMB2981, MGT-60-2981

Product Description

Century Centurion replacement motor for Pentair WhisperFlo, full rated, dual speed pumps. Specifications: HP = 3/4, RPM = 3600/1800, Voltage = 115, Amps = 12.4/2.2 amp, Service Factor = 1.67, Frame = 56Y, Shaft = Threaded.

NOTE THIS MOTOR IS SHIPPED LESS HI-LO SWITCH. YOU MAY PURCHASE THE HI-LO SWITCH SEPARATELY BY ORDERING PART # 2512558-001.

Not California Title 20 compliant.

California Title 20 Compliant Option:  EVQ130 or EVQ165

Motor Dimensions Motor Dimensions
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Product Specifications

HP:
0.75 HP
Frame:
56Y
Volts:
115 V
Speed:
Dual
Amps:
12.4/2.2 amp
Service Factor:
1.67
Total HP:
1.25 HP
Manufacturer:
Century (A.O. Smith)
Shaft:
Threaded
Flange:
Square
RPM:
3450/1725 RPM
Phase:
Single
Commonly Used On:
Pentair WhisperFlo
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?     Asked on 1/11/2012by Guest

What is Service Factor?
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A  Answered on 1/11/2012 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

Service Factor(SF) is a multiplier that when multiplied by the horsepower of the motor indicates the total permissible horsepower loading that may be carried when the motor is operating at rated voltage and frequency. The most important thing to remember when replacing a motor is that the replacement motor's horsepower times its service factor must be equal to or greater than the original motor's horsepower times its service factor. The Service Factor rating can be found on the motor label. See Step 4 of our How to Read a Pool Motor Label guide.
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?     Asked on 1/12/2012by Guest

Why do I need to purchase a new shaft seal?
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A  Answered on 1/12/2012 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

We strongly recommend replacing the shaft seal. The purpose of a shaft seal is to prevent water from running down the shaft of the motor and into the motor housing. Water will damage the bearings and cause the motor to fail. A new shaft seal should be installed whenever a motor is replaced. The motor manufacturer can deny the warranty if the motor fails to due to water damage from a faulty shaft seal. To find your shaft seal you will need to visit our Pool Pump Parts Page or the Spa Pump Parts Page and select your make and model.
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?     Asked on 1/12/2012by Guest

Why should I purchase a Tune Up Kit?
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A  Answered on 1/12/2012 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

A Tune Up Kit includes all of the essential replacement seals and gaskets for the pump. The seals and gaskets should be replaced when installing a new motor on your pump. New seals will prevent the pump from leaking water or losing the prime. A Tune Up Kit will protect your motor and ensure that the pump is working efficiently.
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?     Asked on 1/18/2012by Guest

Can you direct me to the proper hi low switch for this motor?
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A  Answered on 1/18/2012 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

Unfortunately the manufacturer does not offer the switch for the 2 speed 220v motors any longer. If you already have a 220 volt timer (on/off) you would need an Intermatic T106R to switch from high to low speed. If you do not have a timer currently you would need the T10604R which is a 220v on/off timer and a high/low timer.
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?     Asked on 1/18/2012by Guest

How can I tell whether or not my motor is a dual or single speed?
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A  Answered on 1/18/2012 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

Most dual speed motors will have a toggle switch that will allow you to adjust the motor speed to either high or low. Another way to tell if your motor is dual speed is by looking at the RPM's on the motor specifications label. If there are two RPM's listed such as: 1725/3450 then motor is dual speed. If there is only one RPM, then motor is single speed.
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Difficulty

Est. Repair Time

Less than 1 hr

Tools Needed

Screwdriver, Socket Set, Wrench Set

Replacing failed (15 y.o.) motor.

Written on 10/16/2023 by Guest

Replacement was extremely easy.
Hardest part was getting an electrician scheduled to wire it up.
Old motor comes off with by removing a handfull of 14mm bolts.
Note- when removing the impeller from the motor there is a REVERSE THREAD screw. Remove this screw carefully!
Whole job takes basic tools and know how. Youtube tutorials available.

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