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reneval25
May 26, 2013, 09:43 AM
Hi,
I bought a wellpump, but by accident I got a 240v 3 wire, it cannot be connected to a 240 v circuit 2-wire?
Stratmando
May 26, 2013, 09:58 AM
Are the 3 wires 3 phase or 2 hots and a ground?
donf
May 26, 2013, 09:58 AM
Is the wiring on the new pump, Black, Red or White with a bare or green ground?
If it is, then you have all that is necessary for a 240V connection. Pure 240 V does not use a Neutral (White). That's why a white that has black electrical tape wrapped around can be used. The black tape signals that this white conductor is being used as a "Hot" conductor.
However, you must make sure that you use the correct size conductors for this motor.
hkstroud
May 26, 2013, 11:49 AM
No, 3-Wire models require an above-ground control box between pressure switch and pump motor.