Proper way to ground a swimming pool filter?

Question:I have it plugged into a gfci and a ground wire from the filter motor into the ground.

Answers:
As we all know electricity and water together can create life safety concerns. Don't take short cuts with this grounding your pool pump. Check with your local codes department for grounding in your area.

They usually require you to drive a 1/2 or 5/8 copper rod 10' into the ground and connect your pump with a specific gauged ground wire and connectors.

The hardest part is driving the ground rod into the ground. A post driver will make this effort easier then using a slag hammer.

Ground rods are 10' for a reason. So don't think about cutting it off because your having a difficult time driving it in all the way. Remember, "Life Safety."

This is also a good way to ground a concrete pool deck or rod iron fencing around your pool.