What is Service Factor?
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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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Why do I need to purchase a new shaft seal?
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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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Why should I purchase a Tune Up Kit?
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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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Can you direct me to the proper hi low switch for this motor?
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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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I have a pool that has a BN60 motor that is 115V. I think that the capacitor has gone out on the motor. it gets power and hums, but does not turn. can you help guide me in the right direction.
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Thomas,You can view your replacement BN60 motor here. The mfg also recommends replacing your pump's shaft seal whenever you replace your motor as well.
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I have a Hot Spring Depalma model where the pump has stopped working changing out capacitors did cure problem. Motor housing label is discolored (over heat short?) shaft turns easily unit is a AO Smith 7-184834-02 will this pump replace it?
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Hi, Tom K. I was not able to cross reference the AO Smith # 7-184834-02 to this motor or any other replacement. If you can email a picture of the motor label to upload@inyopools.com, we can locate a replacement.
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I am looking to replace my current motor, part # 7-K56AB47A01-05, CAT B2979, Type CXPM, FR Y56J, connected to a Hayward Pool pump Model # SP3015X202AZ. It is a 2 HP, 2 speed system. Is this the correct replacement motor flange type?
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The Jacuzzi pump is label 3.0 HP, however the motor is BN61 with no Horsepower on label. 8.5/2.8 amps. 230 Volts, of course,
Is there some sort of service factor that will enable this motor to work beyond 2.0 HP? Should I stick to BN61 or bump it up to BN62?
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Hello Ervin- If the pump is a 3.0 spl then this is the correct motor. The BN61 only comes in this HP and I would not recommend going up in size as you may have to change parts on the pump.
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Our Baja Spa Model 1068, has an A.O.Smith Century Lasar Pool/Spa motor. Serial number CA07-07, Part Number7-186540-01. HZ 60 PH1, Volts 230, Amps-8.5/2.8,HP 3.6-.40 SPL. Is this the correct replacement?
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Yes, this is the correct replacement motor for your model 186540 pool pump motor.
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I'm looking to replace my current motor Cat BN61 FR. X48Y HP 2.0 -.25 SF-1.00 230Vlts Amps 8.5/2.8.
Would this be the correct motor?
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Yes, this would be the correct replacement motor for your motor model BN61.
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I'm looking to replace the seal for this motor but want confirm I purchase the correct one. Thanks!
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Hi Charles, could you send us a few photos of your pump and motor? Please take a close up shot of the motor label as well as a wide shot of the complete pump to include the pipes going in and out of the pump. To supply photos simply click the reply link below and upload your photos. Once we get those photos we can make the proper recommendation.
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DO YOU STOCK THE BASKET FILTER AND IMPELLER ASSYMBLY WITH THIS MOTOR?
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We may however that will depend on the model name or number of the front pump wet end housing that the motor is actually attached to. If you cannot locate that, you can send us an image to upload@inyopools.com for review.
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Looking to replace my pool motor. Current specs of the one I have:a
Part # 7-K56ab47a01-05
Cat #B2979
Type CXCP
FR Y56J
HP 2-2.5
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Hi Larry, the correct single speed replacement motor for your motor Cat #B2979 is the 5389X. When replacing a pool motor we do suggest a Seal Kit. Could you send us a few photos of your pump so we can suggest the proper seal kit? If so then please take a wide shot of the complete pump to include the pipes going in and out of the pump. To supply photos simply click the reply link below and upload your photos or quickest using our live online chat feature. Once we get those photos we can make the proper recommendation for your seal kit.
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Do you have a replacement for century laser pool/spa motor, part number: 7-182912-40?
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Hello Cindy. The Magnetek Century Motors 2.0 HP Dual Speed Motor BN61 is a compatible replacement for the Century Laser pool/spa motor model 7-182912-40.
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