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Pentair 011018 IntelliFlo Variable Speed High Performance Pool Pump, 3 Horsepower, 230 Volt, 1 Phase - Energy Star Certified

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Brand Pentair
Style Above Ground
Product Dimensions 28"L x 12"W x 15"H
Power Source Battery Powered
Item Weight 47 Pounds
Voltage 230 Volts

About this item

  • Energy savings up to 90-percent vs. traditional pumps
  • Dramatically quieter operation; Carton Wt: 45 pounds
  • 8 programmable speed settings and built-in timer assure optimum speed and run times for maximum efficiency and savings
  • Built in diagnostics protect the pump for longer service life
  • Fully compatible with IntelliTouch, EasyTouch, SunTouch Pool Control Systems and other brands of digital pool/spa controls for managing pump, heating, lighting, spa jets and water features

Customer ratings by feature

Energy efficiency
4.4 4.4
Easy to install
4.3 4.3
Noise level
4.2 4.2

Product guides and documents


From the manufacturer


IntelliFlo Variable Speed Pump

Today's IntelliFlo gives you all this and much more:
  • Proven reliability no competitor can match.
  • Integrated keypad--no need to buy seperately at extra cost.
  • LCD screen displays actual wattage consumption and speed settings.
  • Exclusive software and digital controls make programming a cinch

IntelliFlo Variable Speed Pumps have outsold all other variable speed pumps.

When you discover the advantages of the new IntelliFlo pump, you'll quickly see why:

  • Cost savings each year ($1500 approximately)*.
  • Energy savings up to 90% versus traditional pumps*.
  • 8 programmable speed setting and built-in timer to ensure the pump runs at optimum speed and duration.
  • Dramatically quieter operation, as low as 45 decibels--about 4 times quieter than most traditional-style pumps†.

Ultra-efficient permanent magnet motors, as used in advanced hybrid cars.

Precise matching of motor speed to your pool's needs.

Superior water quality, better filtration and lower operational costs by running longer, at lower speeds.

Totally enclosed fan-cooled (TEFC) motor design for long life and quiet operation.

Built-in diagnostics protect the pump for longer service life.

Customer Reviews
Benefit: Pentair IntelliFlo Variable Speed Pump Single-Speed Pump
Estimated cost savings each year ($1,500 approximately)* Yes No
Energy savings up to 90% Yes No
Built-in diagnostics protect the pump for longer service life Yes No
Permanent magnet motor, as in hybrid cars, reduces noise and vibration Yes No
Improves filter and chlorinator performance Yes No
Helps reduce algae build-up Yes No
Lets you add pool features without reducing pump efficiency Yes No
Totally enclosed fan-cooled (TEFC) design protects working parts Yes No
8 programmable speed settings and built-in timer assure optimum speed and run times Yes No

Proven dependability that's in a class by itself.

IntelliFlo pumps have amassed a record of field-proven reliability that's unmatched by any other variable speed pump. Here's how:

-Permanent magnetic motor runs cooler, produces less vibration that induction motors.

-Totally enclosed fan-cooled (TEFC) design protects against the elements.

-Built-in diagnostics protect the pump for longer service life.

So, when you invest in the superior engineering of an IntelliFlo pump, you'll reap the dividends for years to come.

* Savings based on variable speed pump compared to a single-speed pump running 12 hours per day at an average of $0.16 per kWh in a 20,000 gallon pool. Actual savings may vary based on local utility rates, pool size, pump run time, pump horsepower, pump rpm, plumbing size and length, pump model, service factor and other hydraulic factors.

† Compared to noise level of typical 1.5 hp single-speed pump.

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Product Warranty: For warranty information about this product, please click here [PDF ]

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Product Description

Traditional pumps operate at set, unchangeable speeds. Those speeds are almost always higher than required. As a result, they overpower the jobs they're assigned to do, which wastes energy. Intelliflo allows custom programming of optimum pump speeds for specific tasks such as filtering, heating, cleaning, spa jets and waterfalls. for virtually all applications, the optimum speed is lower than the preset, unchangeable speeds of older pumps. When water moves more slowly for longer periods, it helps reduce the occurrence of algae that forms more easily when water is pumped briskly and then allowed to rest for long intervals. Your filter works more effectively because it has more time to sift out particles from the water, and because particles aren't forced through the Filter media under needlessly high pressure. Automatic chemical dispensers and chlorinators also work better when water is kept moving.

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Customer Ratings
Energy efficiency
4.4
4.5
4.4
3.6
4.4
4.6
Easy to install
4.3
4.5
4.3
4.3
4.1
4.6
Noise level
4.2
4.7
4.6
4.3
4.3
4.6
Suction power
4.7
3.9
4.3
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power source
Battery Powered
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material
Plastic
Plastic
Metal, PPGF30
Plastic
Plastic
style
Above Ground
In Ground Pool Pump
Old
Above Ground
Above Ground
Pool Pump
maximum flow rate
80 gallons per minute
60 gallons per minute
81 gallons per minute
57.5 gallons per minute
112 gallons per minute
weight
47 pounds
29 pounds
21 kilograms
26.19 pounds
24.52 pounds
35 pounds

Customer reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 out of 5
589 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the instructions and quality of the water pump. For example, they say it's easy to program and install, and the manual is easy to understand. Customers are also impresseded with the speed, saying it has a variable speed operation and the slow ramping up of speed is great for setting proper flow rates. That said, some complain about the battery life.

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205 customers mention165 positive40 negative

Customers like the quality of the water pump. For example, they mention it works well, is very quiet, and has dropped their electric bill. Some say that it's difficult to program, but once set up works well. The variable speed operation and timer functions also work well, and the default settings work well.

"...A real money saver.It works different than a normal pump.My pool objectives: cleanest water, lowest maintenance at lowest cost...." Read more

"...It is quiet, incredibly energy efficient, and has been reliable thus far...." Read more

"...Works fine...." Read more

"...In my pool, 1600 rpm produced 5 PSI at the filter and good flow back to the pool, while only pulling about 300 Watts according to the pump display...." Read more

111 customers mention101 positive10 negative

Customers are satisfied with the noise level of the water pump. They mention it is unbelievable how quiet it runs and that it is whisper quiet.

"...The Intelliflo is very quiet. This is great if your equipment pad is close to the pool or have neighbors close by...." Read more

"...It is quiet, incredibly energy efficient, and has been reliable thus far...." Read more

"...The pump is very quiet and every so often, I have to go right up into the pool house to hear it if it is not on the high speed...." Read more

"...Pump runs nice and quiet and is recommended to run for 12-16 hours yet save 90% in electric costs...." Read more

85 customers mention64 positive21 negative

Customers find the instructions for the water pump to be very easy to understand and use. They also say the operation is simple and does not require any additional training. Customers also mention that the manual is easy to program the timer and that the user interface for programming is good.

"...It's simple to program once you get used to the quirky "enter" and "select" button arrangement...." Read more

"Easy to install, at least in my setup. Under 2 hours including programming. Energy savings are very visible...." Read more

"...Programming is easy enough...." Read more

"...The interface isn't intuitive at all...." Read more

85 customers mention82 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the power of the water pump. They mention that it is quiet, incredibly energy efficient, and has been reliable thus far. The low power consumption (even at full speed) saves them a ton of money. Some say that it runs with much less electricity than the old pump and is eligible for a $500 rebate. Overall, most are happy with the performance and energy savings of this product.

"...It is quiet, incredibly energy efficient, and has been reliable thus far...." Read more

"...Under 2 hours including programming. Energy savings are very visible...." Read more

"...And there is more than enough power to activate the floor jets that move debris to the drain, something that another returned brand (Hayward) could..." Read more

"...Everything is done from the control panel.--Pump saves plenty on electric bill by using slower speed running longer...." Read more

82 customers mention70 positive12 negative

Customers like the value of the water pump. They say it's a real money saver, it pays for itself over time, and the savings have added up quickly. Some mention that the pump is quiet at 1200 rpm and becomes more noticeable around 2000 rPM. Overall, customers are happy with the value and performance of this product.

"...Even with no rebates from our energy provider I feel the price was worth it so long as the pump lasts a reasonable amount of time." Read more

"...Success.Other than that the pump's been great. A real money saver.It works different than a normal pump...." Read more

"Great pump at a great price. But, FORGET WARRANTY COVERAGE FROM PENTAIR IF YOU BUY THIS ONLINE...." Read more

"...Amazon most certainly has the best prices and they stand by what they sell so make sure it is sold by amazon...." Read more

34 customers mention32 positive2 negative

Customers like the speed of the water pump. They mention that the variable speed operation and timer functions work great. They appreciate the custom programming for different speeds and schedules. They say that the slow ramping up of speed is especially nice when pumping to waste through a filter. The set your own speed feature is great for setting proper flow rates. The pump is very quiet and has 4 default settings for slow filtering, for faster filtering and the 2 highest speeds.

"...The slow ramping up of speed is especially nice when pumping to waste through a discharge hose...." Read more

"...It controls its own cycles. I have my chlorinator still connected to the Instamatic timer as usual, so it turns on during that same 8 hours...." Read more

"...It’s worth the peace of mind. I like the auto speed adjustment in this unit...." Read more

"...The variable speed options are fantastic. It is very easy to bump up the rpm for vacuuming and then resume the normal run cycles...." Read more

18 customers mention15 positive3 negative

Customers like the cleanliness of the water pump. They say it does a fantastic job keeping their pool clean and clear, and has made a great impact on the overall cleaning functions. Customers also mention that the quick clean button is awesome for vacuuming their pool real fast.

"The Pentair Pool pump has been doing a great job keeping pool clean & keeping pool going the way it should be done...." Read more

"...much lower power consumption level than the old pump that still keeps the pool clean... The solar heating is working well - you can't beat free heat..." Read more

"...011018 IntelliFlow Variable Speed Pump has made a great impact on the overall cleaning functions of our pool...." Read more

"...For my 17.5k pool with added spa, it has kept it clean and beautiful ...." Read more

26 customers mention3 positive23 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the battery life of the water pump. They mention that it died on the very second day, the electronics failed, and the drive unit went bad after three years. The control panel failed after 2 years and was out of warranty. The pump failed after 3 years and 1 month and was not able to program it.

"...as are most of the other high speed pump parts, so they are subject to failure, as what happened to mine, see attached photos...." Read more

"...Now my pump is deteriorating and it looks as though I am being told by Pentair that I am out of warranty...." Read more

"...The wet end is fairly basic. Electrical failure is the most likely fault, and it will pay to have it wired properly...." Read more

"...The controller ended up going bad or the motor burnt up.4. Pentair warranty was good. I am a contractor and have a GA contractor license...." Read more

Variable Pentair the way to go
4 Stars
Variable Pentair the way to go
I had my pump professionally installed to increase warranty from 60 days to 3 years. Pump runs nice and quiet and is recommended to run for 12-16 hours yet save 90% in electric costs. Amazon most certainly has the best prices and they stand by what they sell so make sure it is sold by amazon. Pump came fully assembled packaged by pentair. I saved about $600 by purchasing from amazon then paying professional $100 to install.2-Year Update (April 2016) LOSS OF 3 STARSThis morning, while I was cleaning my pool, I noticed my inteliflow variable speed pump was experiencing some unusual and concerning corrosion. What are the steps for engaging warranty service? I put in my serial number on your website to check warranty and it said it is no longer under warranty. I followed all of the steps (mostly paying more money) to get my product professionally installed and I turned in all of my essential paperwork within 60 days of purchase and installation. Now my pump is deteriorating and it looks as though I am being told by Pentair that I am out of warranty. How can a 3-YEAR WARRANTY expire after only two-years. This is unacceptable and I hope that Pentair will be able to make me understand what has gone wrong. I have called and written them with the hope of a resolution to this problem. For the two years that the pump was functioning--it worked flawlessly. However, this product is marketed under the guise that it would save me money, if it doesn't last more than two years, there is no money saved. I noticed a decrease in my electric bills, but not enough to cover the cost of the pump in two years. Cheaper pumps last 6-8 years. I'm shocked about a warranty not being honored by such a reputable company.6/12/2016 -- Warranty ResolutionOn May 3rd, Pentair wrote me an email explaining that they had assigned my case to Pure Water Pools of Naples. The company quickly made it out to my house to assess the problem. The assessment revealed, "PUMP IS LEAKING MOTOR TO SEAL PLATE AREA." It was the motor fluids causing the corrosion. The pump has been up and running for the past month and a half. Pentair honored their warranty and sent a reputable and professional company out, in order to quickly assess and resolve the issue. However, now a portion that was not replaced, The Motor Housing and The Hardware Seal, are beginning to break down and leak valuable air from the motor. I have noticed a loss of power at normal operating speeds. I have put in another claim to Pentair as of today. I will post again in a couple of weeks to see if I can raise the rating back up to 5 STARS. Thus far, I have been impressed with the response of Pentair and the local warranty service companies.
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