Re: Control Hot Water Circ Pump With X10?

[David White <whitedavidp@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

David White wrote:
> Anthony R. Gold wrote:
>>
>> The switch will stop water circulation at times that hot water is not
>> needed,
>> such as in the middle of the night and when the property is empty.
>> That will
>> tend to save fuel without wasting any water.
>>
>> Tony
>
> That was my thinking too, Tony. I have ordered a relay switch for this
> and hope to get it installed soon. They all I have to do is update my
> active home routine and download it into my controller. I figure I can
> turn the thing off over 12 hours a day since this feeds only our guest
> bath. My only concern is if the on/off will impact the life of the pump.
>
> Cheers and thanks to all who responded.

Well, switch received, installed, and tested. I wonder if/when the
savings will cover the $11 cost plus my time? Cheers!