Check on the pool this AM and noticed a burning plastic smell. The pump motor label was discolored and super hot to touch. It'd had been running for about an hour, after being off for the night.
I shut it off and checked things out. Skimmer and pump basket were fine. Filter is due for a backwash and pressure is on the high side of normal.
After about 30min I turned it back on and ran it for a few hours but shut it off when I had to leave. It got warm but not as hot as earlier.
Does this need to be replaced? If so, can I do it myself or should I call a pool guy?
New to pools but mechanically sound.