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Glacier Pool Cooler GPC-215 45K Gallons

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Swim in Your Own Private Alaska: the Glacier GPC-215 Makes It Possible.

Cooling cost and capacity:

  • $0.07/hour (based on $0.12/kWh energy cost)
  • Up to 15°F temperature drop in pools up to 45,000 gallons

The GPC-215 is ideal for...

  • All climates: Glacier has conducted all product testing across the very humid Gulf Coast, primarily in Houston, Texas - so high humidity is already included in performance estimates
  • Fast and easy installation: install and retrofit your existing pool system and sync with all automated or WiFi-enabled features in a single afternoon
  • Simple upkeep: No freon or gas needed ever! Cool pools require 25% less sanitizing chemicals, too
  • Premium energy efficiency and cost savings: 1500% more cost-effective to chill a pool compared to a heat pump pool chiller

Glacier GPC-215 Warranty: Glacier offers a 2 year warranty on all products.

GPC-215 Specifications

Spec GPC-215
Cooling capacity 225,000 BTU/hr
Max pool size 45,000 gallons
Water flow rate 45 gpm
Fan motor 1/2 hp
Air volume 4,943 cfm
Run load amps 12.5 A
Voltage 115V / 1-phase
Circuit required 20-amp dedicated
Water inlet / outlet 2 in.
Auto-fill inlet 0.5 in.
Overflow / drain 1 in.
Diameter 43 in.
Height 60 in.
Dry weight (unit only) 139 lbs
Operating weight (with water) 536 lbs
Casing Fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP)
Fan blade / hub Nylon
Fill media PVC
Warranty 2 years

GPC-215 Estimated Temperature Drop by City

Estimated drop after an 8-hour overnight run. The 2-night column is the total net drop from your starting temperature across two consecutive nights, assuming 75% daytime recovery between nights - not an additional drop on top of night one.

City Wet bulb Humidity Up to 30K - 1 night Up to 30K - 2 nights 30-45K - 1 night 30-45K - 2 nights
Las Vegas, NV 60°F 20-25% 8-10.5°F 10-13°F 5-7°F 6.5-9°F
Kansas City, MO 68°F 55-65% 7.5-10°F 9-12.5°F 5-6.5°F 6-8°F
Dallas, TX 72°F 60-70% 7-9.5°F 9-12°F 4.5-6.5°F 6-8°F
Myrtle Beach, SC 76°F 75-80% 6.5-9°F 8.5-11.5°F 4.5-6°F 5.5-7.5°F
Miami, FL 78°F 78-85% 6.5-9°F 8-11°F 4.5-6°F 5.5-7.5°F

Based on 8-hour overnight runs at 95°F water in. Ranges reflect real-world variance. Results vary with sun exposure, pool cover use, and local conditions. A pool cover reduces daytime heat recovery and pushes 2-night figures higher.

With the Glacier GPC-215, you're minimizing costs and maintenance over the long-term.

You can install your Glacier Pool Cooler yourself or with the help of a technician in one afternoon, turn it on to cool your pool overnight, and enjoy a refreshing swim in the morning. It's that easy - see the installation manual for more details.

And as you continue to use your GPC-215, it saves you money.

  • Colder pool water requires about 25% less pool chemical load to stay clean, so you'll buy less sanitizer.
  • The Glacier GPC-215 uses an electric fan to cool the pool, never freon or gas.
  • Evaporative cooling using an electric fan is more efficient than heat/cool or pool chiller pumps, which run between 20-40 amps; the GPC-215 runs at 12 amps.

How the GPC-215 Chiller Works

Glacier Pool Coolers use evaporative cooling technology, which relies on a pump to circulate pressurized pool water around the pool area as a fine mist. The mist droplets absorb heat energy from the air and pool itself, decreasing the temperature in and around the pool.

The pool cooler exceeded my expectations! I live in North Carolina and have a beautiful dark bottom pool in full sun. When we have 90 degree weather the pool heater would hit 90 degrees during July & August and not be usable. I have had the pool cooler for a month now and when we have had back to back 90-degree days the water stays at 78 degrees when I run it 12 hours a day. This is the best purchase I have made in years! Love it!

Robert B., High Point, North Carolina

Glacier Pool Coolers provided one of their commercial pool coolers to optimize the US National Swim Team's practice sessions in hot and humid Japan!

Glacier Pool Chiller Manual and Warranty Information

Glacier GPC-215 FAQs

Installation takes about 4 hours and connects directly to your existing pool plumbing after the filter or heater. You'll add T-fittings, check valves, and ball valves on both the inlet and outlet lines. Full step-by-step diagrams are included in the installation manual for existing pools, new pool builds, and commercial setups.
Yes. The GPC-215 is compatible with all major automation systems including Pentair IntelliCenter/IntelliTouch, Jandy AquaLink, and Hayward OmniHub/OmniLogic. It integrates using a relay and actuator valves, allowing temperature set points to be programmed so the cooler turns on and off automatically. See the installation manual for wiring details specific to your system.
Run it overnight for best results - a minimum of 10-12 hours is recommended. Daytime sun overpowers the chilling process, so nighttime operation is where you'll see the real temperature drop.
Make sure the sprinkler wands are spinning at a slow-to-medium "walking" pace - not too fast, not stopped. Run it overnight (8-12 hours minimum). Pools with dark bottoms, PebbleTec finishes, full-sun exposure, or equipment more than 15 ft from the pool may need longer run times. If you have a variable-speed pump, it must be set to high speed while the cooler is running.
Yes, that's normal and by design. Cool water collects in the basin, the internal sump pump kicks on and pushes it back to your pool, and the cycle repeats. Do not try to balance the water level - this causes overflow or pump cavitation.
Slow the sprinkler wands down by partially closing the inlet ball valve. Both the inlet and outlet valves should sit around the 2 o'clock position as a starting point.
Remove each screen (louver), flip it so the holes face downward, bow it slightly outward against the basin lip, and reinsert the pins. This directs water to roll down into the basin rather than spraying out.
First confirm all power is off and the fan motor is not running. Open the hand-hole cover and check that each sprinkler pipe hole is facing horizontally to the right. You may need to open the inlet valve slightly more to increase water pressure. Do not put your hand inside the unit while the fan is on.
Reach in through a side louver and manually move the float switch upward - if the pump vibrates, it has power and the float was stuck. If there's no vibration, check wiring. If the water level still won't drop after the float is freed, debris may be blocking the impeller at the pump base.
Close the inlet and outlet ball valves, and leave the main drain (bottom-left ball valve) open so the basin drains fully and stays dry. Standing water over the off-season can burn out the pump. Consider a cover or tarp if the unit sits under trees.
Yes, but extra care is needed. Salt is corrosive and roughly five times harder on equipment than regular chlorine. Regularly hose down the fan motor shaft, housing, and sprinkler head assembly with fresh water to prevent salt buildup and freezing. Note that fan motors and pumps are not covered under warranty for salt-related damage.
Keep pH between 7.2-7.8, Total Alkalinity between 80-120 ppm, and Total Dissolved Solids under 2,000. Failing to maintain chemistry can cause corrosion or scaling inside the cooler and will void the warranty.
About the same noise level as your pool pump.
The GPC-215 runs at 12 amps - far less than heat pump chillers, which typically draw 20-40 amps.
The GPC-215 is sized for pools up to 45,000 gallons, and is also a great choice for pools under 45,000 gallons with a dark or PebbleTec bottom, or those in direct sun during the hottest part of the day. For pools up to 30,000 gallons, the GPC-210 may be a better fit.
About half our customers DIY their installation. Please refer to the appropriate diagram in the installation manual to guide you. Note that improper installation voids your warranty.

A Note from the Owner

I'm Lindsay, the founder of Nonstop Swim. I've spent thousands of hours researching products, working with our vendors, and talking to customers. Here are my thoughts on the Glacier GPC-215:

The GPC-215 is a great option for pool owners with large residential pools (up to 45,000 gallons). It also works well for pools that are under 45,000 gallons but are in direct sunlight during the day, or those that have a dark or PebbleTec bottom.

Pros: not electricity guzzling - runs on 12 amps and 110/115V, and doesn't use any refrigerant.

Cons: prepare for a finicky setup! It's not too complicated, but you do need to spend some time ensuring that the water flow through the unit is calibrated such that the wands spin and produce a mist, which cools the water via evaporative cooling. So, it's a little more time-consuming to do that than just hooking it up to power or gas, but the payoff is pretty worth it (according to our customers).

Give us a shout if you have any questions! -Lindsay & the Nonstop Swim team

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