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Part # 3285-81

Warranty 1 Year

Manufacturer Code B668

Alternate Part #'s 187400, 54025, 7-187400-20, B668, EB668, AOSB668, CRMB668

Product Description

Century® (A.O. Smith) Letro Booster Pump Replacement Motor – 3/4 HP – B668 Key Benefits

  • OEM Replacement — Designed as the direct motor replacement for Letro® booster pumps

  • Reliable Power — 3/4 HP output delivers the proper performance for pressure-side cleaners

  • Durable Build — Ball bearings and thermal overload protection extend motor life

  • Quiet Operation — Balanced design reduces vibration and noise

Why Choose the Century® B668?

  • ✅ Exact match for Letro® booster pump applications, ensuring proper fit and performance

  • ✅ Built with high-quality materials to withstand demanding pool environments

  • ✅ Backed by Century’s reputation for reliability in pool and spa motors

Tech Tips

  • ⚠️ Always replace the pump shaft seal when installing a new motor to prevent leaks

  • ✅ Confirm rotation and wiring voltage before installation (115/230V capable)

  • ⚠️ Disconnect power at breaker before servicing motor or pump

  • ✅ Mount motor on a solid, level base to minimize vibration and noise

Applications

  • ✅ Designed specifically for Letro® booster pumps used with pressure-side pool cleaners

  • ✅ Compatible with multiple booster pump housings requiring a 3/4 HP, 56J frame motor

  • ❌ Not for standard filtration pumps (use appropriate full-rate or variable-speed motor instead)

Specifications

  • Model: B668

  • Horsepower: 3/4 HP

  • Voltage: 115/230V

  • Amperage: 10.8/5.4 A

  • Speed: Single Speed, 3450 RPM

  • Frame: 56J, C-Face Mount

  • Enclosure: Open Drip Proof (ODP)

  • Rotation: CCWPE (counter-clockwise pump end)

What’s Included

  • ✅ Century® B668 3/4 HP Replacement Motor

  • ❌ Shaft seal (must be purchased separately for leak prevention)

  • ❌ Pump housing (reuse existing Letro® booster pump body)

Not California or New York Title 20 compliant.

Motor Dimensions Motor Dimensions
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Product Specifications

HP:
0.75 HP
Frame:
56CZ
Volts:
230/115 V
Speed:
Single
Amps:
6.5/13 amp
Service Factor:
1.5
Total HP:
1.13 HP
Manufacturer:
Century (A.O. Smith)
Shaft:
Threaded
Flange:
Special
RPM:
3450 RPM
Phase:
Single
Dimension Letter:
C
Dimensions:
13.87 in.
Base:
None
Brand:
Letro
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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 1/23/2013by Guest

Is the B668 a switch less replacement motor?
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A  Answered on 1/23/2013 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

Yes, the B668 is a switch less motor.
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?     Asked on 1/11/2015by Michael

If all I need to do is replace the booster pump will I need to purchase any more replacement parts that do not come with purchasing a new booster pump?
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A  Answered on 1/12/2015 by InyoPools Product Specialist Robert M.

Hello Michael - The B668 (3285-81) is a replacement motor. You will need to replace the shaft seal (5250-106) if you are replacing the motor. If you decide to replace the complete pump (LA01N), you will not require any additional parts.
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?     Asked on 3/21/2015by Donnie

I have an old Century Pool&spa motor 1081. Part# 0-173840-23, 3/4 hp. Will this motor work to replace my old motor
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A  Answered on 3/23/2015 by InyoPools Product Specialist Robert M.

Donnie - The correct replacement motor is B625 (3262-18).
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?     Asked on 4/11/2015by Ronald Moss

What is th warranty and related warranty Shipping fees ?
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A  Answered on 4/13/2015 by InyoPools Product Specialist Robert M.

Hello Ronald - The motor has a one year warranty. The warranty does not cover any shipping charges.
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