?     Asked on 5/31/2016by Craig Maron

Will this replace my whisperfloWFE-12 serial #05 00-2434 3-hp pump?
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A  Answered on 5/31/2016 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

Yes this can replace a whisperfloWFE-12. The plumbing ports are not in the exact same location so you may have some minor re-plumbing.
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?     Asked on 3/31/2017by Clint

I have a in ground pool, about 15,000 gallons I think. It is a 15 X30 and 5 feet deep. I am looking at this 3 hp motor but it is a 2" and my pipes are 1 1/2 inch I need some advise
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A  Answered on 3/31/2017 by InyoPools Product Specialist Scott W.

I can help you with that. Please provide the distance in feet from the pump to your skimmers in your pool. Also, provide the model of your filter. This will help me calculate the flow rate your system can handle and help me recommend the correct replacement pump for you based on the flow rate.
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?     Asked on 3/31/2017by Clint

I have a in ground pool, about 15,000 gallons I think. It is a 15 X30 and 5 feet deep. I am looking at this 3 hp motor but it is a 2" and my pipes are 1 1/2 inch I need some advise
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A  Answered on 3/31/2017 by InyoPools Product Specialist Andy O.

Hello Clint- For your size pool a 3HP pool pump is going to be really over-sized. You would only require a 3/4 HP pump. If you decide to go with the 3hp you would have to replumb your system for 2" to allow enough volume for the water to flow. If not you could burst your PVC.
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?     Asked on 4/3/2017by Marsha

Is this a variable speed pump? My pool guy said that if I buy a pump online, it voids the warranty. Is this true?
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A  Answered on 4/5/2017 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

Hi Marsha, No the PL2604 is not a variable speed pump. Here is the Variable Speed 2.7 HP PureLine Prime Pump which is the variable speed equivalent to this pump. Purchasing this pump Online does NOT void the warranty. This pump comes with a 1 Year Warranty.
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?     Asked on 5/23/2017by Travis R Burba

can you recommend an adapter to transfer 2 inch ports to 1.5 inch?
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A  Answered on 5/23/2017 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

Travis you would require two of this 2" x 1.5" Reducer Bushing.
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?     Asked on 6/14/2017by Bill

I have a Hayward sp3400vsp that burnt out after only 2 seasons will the 3hp pl2604 be an exact replacement.
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A  Answered on 6/15/2017 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

Hi Bill, The PL2604 will work as a replacement for the SP3400VSP but the pumps are different. The PL2604 is a single speed pump which runs at 3450 RPM's or 3 HP. The SP3400VSP is a variable speed pump which runs at full range of RPM's between 600 - 3450. The plumbing ports are in different locations meaning that if you go with the PL2604 you will have some slight re-plumbing.
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?     Asked on 2/17/2018by Bob Crawford

What is the time of guarantee , who makes the motor, not GE.
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A  Answered on 2/17/2018 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

Hi Bob, this pump comes with a 1 year warranty and the motor manufacturer is Century (formerly AO Smith)
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?     Asked on 4/22/2018by Inyo Visitor

what is the flow rate gal per hour or gal per min
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A  Answered on 4/22/2018 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

For a typical set up of 30 feet of head you are looking at 110 gallons per minute.
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?     Asked on 1/3/2019by scott

I have a failed sta-rite max-e-pro 3hp-230v unit that I need to replace. Will the Pureline pump be an appropriate replacement? I realize that some adjustments to the existing piping will probably be needed on my end. thank you Scott
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A  Answered on 1/3/2019 by InyoPools Product Specialist Kevin G.

Hello, this pump has a lower flow rating than your current pump. Due to this, I would recommend sticking with your current unit to get the performance you are currently getting.
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?     Asked on 1/10/2019by Inyo Visitor

I have a hayward Super II pump at 3 horsepower is this an adequate replacement for it?
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A  Answered on 1/11/2019 by InyoPools Product Specialist Michelle B.

Hello, Can you provide pictures of your current motor ? We will need to know if your motor is full rated or up rated.
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?     Asked on 1/11/2019by Gary Marks

Here are 2 photos of my existing 3 hp pump I believe its a Hayward Super II Pump single speed at 3 hp. Wanted to know if this would be a replacement for that pump.

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A  Answered on 1/11/2019 by InyoPools Product Specialist Lennox H.

Hi, Gary. This Pureline Prime 3 HP Pump - PL2604 will not be an equivalent or suitable replacement. You will lose performance and see a reduction in water if you switch. I would recommend the Hayward Super II Pump 3 HP Single Speed - SP3025X30AZ which will be the direct replacement. 
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?     Asked on 6/29/2019by Edward

what is the difference between variable speed and single speed which is better????
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A  Answered on 7/1/2019 by InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S.

This article gives you a breakdown on why you would choose variable speed over the standard single speed: 5 Reasons To Get A Variable Speed Pool Pump Motor
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?     Asked on 7/26/2019by DONNA TREVINO

Is this compatible with a DE 60 sqft filter with 150 GPM
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A  Answered on 7/26/2019 by InyoPools Product Specialist Lennox H.

Hi, Donna. It's possible. However, in order for us to confirm, we will need to know the Total Dynamic Head (TDH) of your pool. 
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?     Asked on 8/27/2019by Brad Meyer

What replacement do you recomend

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A  Answered on 8/28/2019 by InyoPools Product Specialist Lennox H.

Hi, Brad. This Prime Pump is NOT a suitable replacement. The replacement options are the TriStar Pump 3 HP - SP3230EE, Whisperflo Pump 3 HP - WF-12 or the Super II Pump 3 HP - SP3025X30AZ.
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