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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I'm replacing a motor and pump on my pool trying to make sure this is the same unit. The part number on the motor is 7-186236-20 and the model number on the pump is WF23.
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Hello Robert - The Pentair Whisperflo 011771 is the correct replacement.
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I am replacing a pump on my endless poo;. The current pump is a centurian switchless motor 3/4HP, 1.27 SF, type CX, part No. 7-168451.
What pump is a suitable replacement?
Thanks
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Are you wanting to replace the complete pump or replacing just the motor and shaft seal. The motor replacement is USQ1072.
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No suction ?This is mi 2th pump w/t the same problem what is wrong ?
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Hello, Here is a great article on how to fix this problem. http://www.inyopools.com/HowToPage/how_to_correct_low_pressure_in_your_pool_system.aspxPlease let us know if this does not fix the issue.
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Whisperflo Pump 3/4 HP - WF-23
I need to get a replacement basket for this pump, what is the size specification. The previous one was lost during the moving. Thanks.
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Hi. The Whisperflo Pro Series Basket along with other parts are listed on the Pentair / Purex Whisperflo WF, WFE, and WFDS Series Parts Diagram page.
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I have a whisperflo WF23 and I'm looking for a replacement. I think this model is no longer available, do you have a replacement.
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Hello. The Pentair Whisperflo model WF-23 is no longer being manufactured. The Department of Energy Energy Conservation Standards for Dedicated Purpose Pool Pumps, effective July 2021, mandates variable speed pool pumps for all new pool construction and as replacement for existing pool pumps (as necessary). Inventories of single-speed pool pumps are dwindling. The WF-23 is not available through INYO Pools. An internet search identified several sources for the WF-23. Swimming Pool Depot The variable speed replacement pump would be the Pentair SuperFlo® VS 1.5 HP Variable Speed Pool Pump - EC-342001
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