When I turn on the pump it kicks off the GFI - Hayward SP15932 PowerFlo Matrix AboveGround Pump 15 Horse Power 2Speed

test Gfi with any other three prong device that you can carry out there an test it with (drop light, vac cleaner,ETC.) , if gfi holds on! replace pump

Hi hondo,

When an electric motor kicks on there is an in rush current called FLA(full load amps), it is usually about 125% of rated circuit amperage. Try a 2 pole 60 amp gfci circuit breaker and see if that solves your issue. Going up to this amp breaker will not be a fire hazard or cause any anomalies.


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Is the shut off occuring @ the GFI? & is there an error code displayed on your topside?

If the breaker is kicking off, the best way to troubleshoot is to disconnect all components, (pumps, heater, circ, etc.) & then plug one in & turn the breaker on. repeat the process until you locate which component is tripping the breaker.. then you know whats causing the trouble

have you tried reseting the gfi

I think you have a failed start capacitor. Have your motor looked at by your professional pool supply.

I would, if its kicking out the gfi that means the integrity of the electrical components of the pump are compromised.Either a cord leak or seal leak, buy a new one, cheaper than fixing it

the gfci is defective from moisture even after they dry they can be defective,access the cord inside the machine and try a different cord and see if this is your problem,otherwise the pump motor could be bad,the bypass valve on the pump could be bad,if you could run it you could check current draw with an amprobe,but not if it wont start

I am assuming when you say GFI you are meaning GFCI, Ground Fault Circuit Interruptor. If the pump is throwing the smaller breaker on th plug than the pump is more than likly drawing too many amps for the plug. Make sure the GFCI outlet is rated for the same number of amps as the pump. That is a good sized pump and when it kicks on it draws a lot of power.

unplug from gfi reset and plug something else in and see if it works, no then bag GFI, yes then sounds like pump is faulty return to place of purchase i would not recommend trying to fix yourself as some one could get electrocuted in pool if theres any mistake

most require a seperate circuit for the heater. depending on HP on the circulation pump and wattage on heater.