Aerator voltage questions

[Seeker81]

Hi everybody, we are currently renting a aerator system from Culligan and we have been trying to replace it with a unit we purchased that was used, but I have some questions about how to setup due to different pump voltages.
The current system consists of the outlets shown below which are both on a 20amp breaker. The well pump is on the left outlet and the aerator solenoid, and pump pigtail from the pressure switch is on the right. I assume that having it setup this way means that the well pump is 230v and the aerator pump is 115v. The pump in the used aerator we purchased is 230v so now there is a need for two 230v outlets. Do we need another 230v outlet installed or can we use a splitter on the one outlet? I hope that made sense and thanks in advance.

 

[Twowaxhack]

I’d test the voltage of the outlet on the left.

Are you sure it’s on a double pole breaker ?

 

[Seeker81]

To be totally honest I don’t know, I'm not sure how to test it.

 

[Twowaxhack]

To be totally honest I don’t know, I'm not sure how to test it.

You could check the breaker type, single pole will be 120v and double pole will be 240v.

You could check the voltage with a multi meter.

I believe both of those outlets are 120v, but I’m a plumber . I do have a multi meter though…..

 

[Seeker81]

Here is a picture of the breaker. It looks like a double pole.

 

[Twowaxhack]

Here is a picture of the breaker. It looks like a double pole.
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Yep, it’s 220.

 

[Seeker81]

Ok, the circuit is 220V, so my original assumption was correct. The left outlet is 220V and the right are 115V. I can't take the right outlet out because it's also needed for the Clack head so that leaves a splitter or another outlet?

 

[Twowaxhack]

Ok, the circuit is 220V, so my original assumption was correct. The left outlet is 220V and the right are 115V. I can't take the right outlet out because it's also needed for the Clack head so that leaves a splitter or another outlet?

I suggest consulting an electrician rather than plumbers.

Personally I’d add another circuit or buy a 120v pump.

 

[havasu]

I know we are a DIY help forum, but when I see posts such as this, I cringe. Please, if you are unsure of what you have or what you need to make this work correctly, please consult with a local professional. You and your family are worth much more than free internet advice.

 

[Seeker81]

Yeah, I know I'm asking abit much. My apologies. Can you recommend a good 120v pump?

 

[Twowaxhack]

Yeah, I know I'm asking abit much. My apologies. Can you recommend a good 120v pump?

I can’t but we have a well expert here than posts regularly.

@Valveman

I just summoned the well master….

 

[Seeker81]

Thanks guys I appreciate it.

 

[havasu]

I second hanging tough and waiting for the expert opinion from @Valveman

 

[Valveman]

Thanks guys. Busy playing with the Granddaughter most weekends. Will try to catch up.

The plug on the left might be 230V, but I believe the plug is for 30 Amp, 115V service. A 230V plug should look like the one on a cloths dryer or a window AC unit. But the plug can be whatever it was wired for, so check with a volt meter.

Nearly any shallow well jet pump like is used for a booster will be dual voltage. You can move a plug in the back of the motor and make it work on 115V or 230V. When used as a booster most submersibles only have 115V available in 1/2HP. However, some of the off brand pumps have up to 1HP in 115V. I don't think a 1HP submersible in 115V is a good idea, but they are available.

 

[Seeker81]

I apologies for my ignorance on the subject but the pump I have in the used aerator is the Goulds 10cs05422c it says it's 1/2hp and 230v. Either way I either need a 115v pump or a new circuit. Correct?

 

[Valveman]

115V motor, not the pump. You can put the 10GS05 pump end on a different 1/2HP, 115V motor.

 

[Seeker81]

Oh I see what you mean. What brand do you recommend?

 

[Valveman]

Franklin probably still makes the best motor. But not a lot of difference in a Goulds or a Pentair. But you can get one of those 1HP, 33 GPM, Hallmark pump in 115V for a fraction of the price. They work well for a booster, but are much larger than you need. Adding a Cycle Stop Valve will make the 33 GPM pump work down to as little as 1 GPM without cycling. If you don't use a Cycle Stop Valve, use as small a pump as you can to reduce the cycling on/off.

 

[Seeker81]

Ok, so I ran to the store and got a multimeter and the left outlet measured 240v and the right outlets where 120v each.

 

[Seeker81]

I think we are just going to see if we can find a used 115v motor. I appreciate everyone's time. Thanks again.