So I've been running X-10 to control both my pool pump and pool heater in/next to my pool shed some 65 feet from the house since 2011 without issue. This year I upgraded my pool pump to a Pentair variable speed Super Flow pump. I just discovered when it is on, that I cannot control (turn on) my pool heater unless I turn it on first. The pool heater is controlled by a XPS3 X-10 switch. Interestingly enough, I can shut off the pool pump if it is running. The pool pump/salt system is controlled via a RR501 with an Elk panel relay. And since it has a button on it, I can control the pump locally should I need to backwash. I believe the pump is creating too much noise on the line which is causing the issue. So the question is, does anyone know of a 240 volt filter which will filter both legs of the power?
Incidentally, I am working on a project that will use Arduino to control the pump via low voltage relays to the external relay port of the pump. But the issue will still remain...
My only other thought is to go to Z-wave - though with the distance and my z-net in the basement, I wonder if it will make the distance. Added to that, the RF from the pump might kill Z-wave as well...
Any recommendations?
Robert
Incidentally, I am working on a project that will use Arduino to control the pump via low voltage relays to the external relay port of the pump. But the issue will still remain...
My only other thought is to go to Z-wave - though with the distance and my z-net in the basement, I wonder if it will make the distance. Added to that, the RF from the pump might kill Z-wave as well...
Any recommendations?
Robert
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