I just finished replacing the shaft seal on my booster pump. As soon as I turned the pump on water was leaking from the shaft seal. Is it defective or am I doing something wrong?
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Depending on the model, the installation of a booster pump shaft seal can be slightly different than a pool pump shaft seal. Some booster pump and pool pump shaft seals require that a silicone sealant be used on the outer areas of the metal seat of the shaft seal. The seal will need to be lightly hammered into the body of the pump. You can use a 1 inch PVC coupling or a piece of 1 1/4 inch PVC pipe and a rubber mallet. This procedure will apply to any pool pump or booster pump using a >PS-1000 style shaft seal.
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What is the difference between WFE-4 & WF-4
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I'm considering the Pentair WF4 #11580 pump with 1 hp motor to replace my old unit. Does this motor have a 56Y frame? (I want to be able to keep my old pump as a spare).
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Yes the current model pump has a 56Y framed motor
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Does this pump have a switch to go between filter and backwash?
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No this is just a pump. It sounds like you are looking for a multiport or slide valve for the filter. Those are relevant to the filter model.
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If I currently have a WF-4 motor can I replace it with a WFE-4 since it is "supposed" to be energy efficient? And on that note, if it is more energy efficient, is it a big difference?
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Hi. Yes, you can use the WFE-4 motor as an energy-efficient replacement option. The energy-saving can really show based on your pool's runtime.
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is this legal in California ..... if not what is the Pentair equivalent?
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How do I tell if wisperflo pump is 2008 or later?
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The lid changed in 2008 for the Whisperflo, so if you have a metal band clamp on your lid then it is from 2008 and earlier. If your pump has a plastic clamp then it is from after 2008.
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