Booster pumps are part of the pool circulation system if you have a pressure-side pool cleaneror a vacuum cleaner for the pool. It increases the water pressure to operate cleaning equipment and guarantees the thorough maintenance of the pool. But the question is: How long should a pool booster pump run?
So in this blog, we will discuss if your booster pump needs to run all the time, how long it should run for, and how it impacts your pool’s cleaning efficiency. We will also talk about how this applies to other pool maintenance equipment such as your robotic pool cleaner, swimming pool robot cleaner, and pool cleaner robot.
What is a booster pump and why do you need it?
Booster pump: A booster pump is a specialized pump that is used to provide additional water pressure for a pressure-side pool cleaner, like the pool cleaning robot. These cleaners require high water flow to maneuver throughout the pool and clean effectively. Or, a booster pump is an additional pump that works in conjunction with your main pool pump, delivering extra pressure to the cleaner to scrub all parts of the pool including the floor, walls, and waterline.
Most pool systems, especially larger pool systems with pressure-side cleaners, will require a booster pump to function properly. Once that’s disabled, your pool vacuum or robotic pool cleaner may not be able to effectively clean, resulting in debris accumulation that might take longer to service.
When Should A Booster Pump Run?
You may be tempted to run your booster pump all the time, but this is typically not a good idea. Here’s why:
Energy Efficiency
Running a booster pump consumes a significant amount of power, especially for continuous operation. Operating the pump when you don’t need to is a waste of your electricity spending and can compound over time. Unlike regular pool cleaning systems, a booster pump runs only when needed and doesn’t require to work 24/7.
Wear and Tear
Running your booster pump 24*7 like any equipment can lead to wear and tear. Most pumps have a finite number of operating hours left until they become less efficient and die a slow but premature death, often making unnecessary operation even more detrimental than stopping altogether! But it’s always best practice to balance use to extend the life of your pool’s equipment.
Optimal Cleaning Time
For the majority of pools, the booster pump needs to run only when necessary to clean the pool. The time taken usually varies based on the size of your pool, the kind of debris that needs to be removed, and the frequency of cleaning your pool. In most cases, this means that cleaners should only need about 1–2 hours of booster pump time per day to operate, as this is how long most cleaner–pressure side cleaners need to run OK.
In 2023, What is the Best Time for the Booster Pump to Operate?
How long your booster pump should run will depend on your pool and your cleaning system. Here’s a general guide:
Pool Size and Debris Load
The bigger the pool and the more dirt it collects, the longer the booster pump will have to operate. If you’re facing a lot of leaves, dirt, or algae, you may need the pump to run for multiple hours a day. However, in the case that your pool is small or not in use very often, you can reduce the runtime of the booster pump.
Cleaning Equipment Type
If you use a pressure-side pool cleaner, such as the Beatbot iSkim Ultra or Beatbot AquaSense Pro, your booster pump may need to run longer to send enough pressure to the cleaner to do its job. This is not a problem for robotic cleaner types, like this Beatbot AquaSense, as they are independent of the pool’s circulation system and therefore do not need a booster pump. На самом деле, если у вас есть робот для очистки бассейна, указывающий на необходимость повышения давления, то без дополнительного насоса не обойдется.
Regular Maintenance
If you ever use a booster pump then it should be used while the pool cleaner robot is in the pool cleaning. In general, this translates to using the booster pump for a couple of hours once or twice per week for general upkeep, ensuring great performance while cleaning. You can customize the runtime to suit the specific needs and cleaning schedule of your pool.
How Long Does a Booster Pump Run?
Usually, a booster pump runs for approximately 1–2 hours a day, but this can differ. Here are some general tips:
Light Cleaning: For pools with very little debris, the booster pump may only need to work for 1 hour a day to allow the robotic pool cleaner or vacuum cleaner for the pool to keep working efficiently.
Heavy Cleaning: A larger pool with more debris will need to be run for up to 3–4 hours a day. Pools with trees, heavy foliage, or pool parties a lot need longer runtimes.
Low Usage Pools: If your pool receives limited use or has a small amount of debris, you may only need to run the booster pump for 1–2 hours a week.
Setting a timer for your pool’s equipment can help prevent unnecessary run time of the booster pump by not having it run when it does not need to. Most modern pool systems also offer automatic timers, so you can schedule the booster pump to run during the cleaner’s cycles.
The Damage from Overrunning the Booster Pump
Excessive running of the booster pump can cause several issues:
Increased Energy Costs: You may find your electricity bill higher due to your pump operating constantly.
Excessive Wear: Your pump & other pool equipment wear and tear much faster, causing decreased longevity.
Additional Maintenance: The more frequent pumping and guiding of profile water raises the opportunity of you requiring the repair or change of your booster pump and other swimming pool devices.
Conclusion
In conclusion, a booster pump should NEVER run continuously. While it is critical for raising the water pressure required to make pressure-side pool cleaners and other fixtures like swimming pool robot cleaners work, it ought to just be utilized if there’s a need. Generally speaking, most pools only need 1–2 hours of booster pump running per day, depending on the size of the pool, the debris load, and what kind of cleaner you use.
If you’re rolling with next-gen cleaners like the Beatbot AquaSense Pro or Beatbot iSkim Ultra, the booster pump works it for elite performance, optimizing its pressure to grease the machine. However, robotic cleaners (like the Beatbot AquaSense) don’t need a boost pump; their cleaning work can be done well without one.
For the best energy-saving performance, use your booster pump according to the needs of your pool, adjusting time as needed to ensure efficient cleaning. Not only can you have a clean, sparkling pool without wasting equipment or power; you can maximize your equipment’s life by making a few adjustments!
