Know Your Voltage

All too often customers will purchase pool or sprinkler pumps and motors over the counter from us and re-install them with the wrong voltage selected. The majority of the motors we sell are switchable from 115v to 230v. Installing the motor with the wrong voltage selected can damage the motor and will at the least cause the motor to run hot and shut off by the internal thermal protector. Some customers assume that the voltage is either 115 or 230 and make the wrong determination. Checking the voltage can be done in one of several ways. The easiest way to tell the voltage is to inspect the motor that is being replaced. A wiring diagram is usually imprinted on a sticker on the casing. Determine the voltage from this wiring diagram. We do inspect this when we replace existing motors and set new equipment accordingly. On some newer motor models a switch is located behind the end bell that will show you. If by chance the diagram is faded or damaged another way is to look at the time clock or controller. Again, most of these devices have a rating tag or plate that will tell you how many volts the internal clock runs on. If the rating is 110/115v then the motor should be set to run on the same voltage. Conversely, if the clock motor runs on 220/230v set the motor accordingly. One can also check the circuit breaker that controls the motor/pump. A 115v breaker is usually a single breaker and a 220v breaker is normally a double breaker. I have seen however that wiring to breakers is somewhat dependant on who installed the breaker and the wiring and this method should only be relied on if you are sure of the wiring to that particular breaker. One final method is to make use of a voltage meter. Only persons with a working knowledge of this device should attempt to use this method. Set your meter accordingly to the voltage you which to check and set the motor voltage. A final note; permanent damage can be caused to the motor if you run it on the wrong voltage for an extended period of time and thus void any warranty that may have come with the motor. We are always happy to assist you in any way we can to make sure you re-install your equipment properly.

Penny wise dollar foolish advice!

I see brown sections in people’s yards as I am driving around, and can only wonder why people do not care about letting their grass die. Sod is expensive stuff compared to having you index valve looked at. If one of your lawns zones are not getting watered chances are pretty high it is a index valve going bad. Good news if they are not a “dinosaur” they can be rebuilt. In Florida we have not been getting to much rain so every time your zone does not get watered is important! Our county which is Brevard county is even under water restrictions of watering only two times a week only. Penny wise dollar foolish advice!

Best On Beach Side For Over 20 Years

For over 25 years, C&W Pump has provided courteous, professional shop service to Brevard County. Our reliable staff of committed professionals has over 30 years of combined experience in the electric motor, pump and irrigation industry. You can bring in your pump to our fully stocked facility for a fair and honest evaluation of your specific needs.

Honest, fair, affordable pricing. Our facility is equipped with all the appropriate equipment as well as a large inventory of replacement parts to keep your downtime to a minimum. We can also custom build and assemble specific pumps to fit your unique requirements. You provide us with the specifics and we will provide you with the solution.

We represent many leading manufacturers of the finest products on the market. Our sales staff is trained to select the correct unit for your application.

Give C & W Pump an opportunity to prove that together with our competitive prices, exceptional shop service, and outstanding selection we can be your one-stop pump and motor shop.

Our shop provides service for the greater Brevard County area including: Melbourne, Palm Bay, Cocoa, Rockledge, the Beachside communities from Cape Canaveral to Melbourne Beach, Suntree, Viera, Malabar, and surrounding areas. 

We sell, repair and maintain almost any brand of pumps, electrical controls, motors, and related equipment.