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== Pool Systems == | == Pool Systems == | ||
The main pool pump motor is powered by a latching contactor (also referred to as a motor starter). Even a very brief power glitch may result in the contactor dropping out. This is by design, as the motor must only be started by manual operator intervention (no automatic start). Unfortunately, this requires that an operator be present to start the motor following a glitch or outage. | The main pool pump motor is powered by a latching contactor (also referred to as a motor starter). Even a very brief power glitch may result in the contactor dropping out. This is by design (safety), as the motor must only be started by manual operator intervention (no automatic start). Unfortunately, this requires that an operator be present to start the motor following a glitch or outage. | ||
There is some urgency to restarting the pump. The pH and ORP probes must not be kept dry for an extended period of time. Regular filtration and chemical treatment of the pool is necessary to keep the water clear and properly balanced. Therefore, it is recommended that an operator be on site as quickly as possible following an outage. | There is some urgency to restarting the pump. The pH and ORP probes must not be kept dry for an extended period of time. Regular filtration and chemical treatment of the pool is necessary to keep the water clear and properly balanced. Therefore, it is recommended that an operator be on site as quickly as possible following an outage. | ||