Hot Tub Forum
Original => Hot Tub Forum => Topic started by: mikebp on June 12, 2018, 12:59:59 pm
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[New Artesian Island Elite spa]
The spa is default to continuous 24hr circulation for heat and filtering. I understand pump on/off is more wear & tear on pump. But so is running 24/7. 24/7 is also continual power use. Is continual operation more efficient (ie lower heater setting over longer duration - also saving on heater element life) or???
How to determine the Optimum Circulation Pump Setting (Captiva Elite for 2 ppl). Default is 12+12 hrs (24hrs 7 days a week) - always on. Seems like for warmer months 8 and 8 with two 4hr breaks (or perhaps even 6 and 6) would extend pump life with nominal effect on heating and filtering. During Winter I would bump up or reset the circulation pump to run longer or continuous (12+12) to allow continual low level heating. Looking for optimum power efficiency and pump life.
Welcome all Thoughts and input!
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I recommend keeping it 24/7. Your ozone or UVC system is only operating when the pump is. Those pumps are designed to run constantly and use very little energy.