I wanted to update my single speed pump so I purchased a Pentair SuperFlo VS (manufactured in 2018) since I would only be able to use 115v connection for now.
I also bought Hayward solar system which came as Hayward GVA24 Valve Actuator and Hayward GL-235 AquaSolar Controller. However Pentair customer support told me that the pump will not work properly with the Hayward system so I just ordered a Pentair SunTouch controller, it does not include the valve actuator and 3 way valve so I need to order these separately. Not sure if I should order Pentair Valve Actuator (263045) and Pentair 3-way Valve (263028) or if I can use any brand actuator and valve. Could you recommend any that more pocket friendly?
So to sum up my solar system includes:
- 6 x Heliocon HC-40 solar panels (4'x10.6')
Pentair SuperFloVS pump
*Hayward GVA24 Valve Actuator and Hayward GL-235 AquaSolar Controller
or Pentair SunTouch controller
Do you think the Hayward system will work or is it better to use the Pentair system?
Would 6 solar panels be enough?
Do you think the system will work efficiently enough? Or would it be better to switch the inlet and outlet pipes (picture)?