Waterway Sand filter laterals

If your pool has Waterway Sand filter it goes without saying that the sand should stay in the filter. If you see it blowing out into the pool, something is broken. The most common problem is a cracked lateral, which is one of the perforated pipes at the bottom of the filter tank  that catches water that has circulated through the sand. Laterals are proprietary , meaning you will need the exact “brand” to replace. Laterals also come in different styles too. Some Waterway laterals are “thread in” and some are “twist lock” Most Waterway laterals changed to “twist lock” in 2004. We are describing the method in which they connect into the manifold at the bottom of the “stand pipe”

Waterway Carefree sand filters (16” and 19” diameter tanks) and all Waterway Clearwater tanks (16”, 19”, 22”, and 26”) use 505-1930 Thread style or 505-1950 twist lock. The color of the part is not important, just to make it more complicated both styles have the same part number engraved into it. It is very clear which one is needed when you remove the old one.

The complete assembly is also available at http://www.waterwayparts.com

Waterway Pump Trap Lid

Waterway pumps often have a “leaf trap” in front of the “pump”. Homeowners describe this as a “pre filter”, “basket”, or just plain “pump”. The see-through lid has been re designed, however, they are interchangeable.

There is a small decal on the center of the lid. It may have a “W” on it, or it may be an American flag. Both have part numbers on them, however, the numbers are for the decal itself not the lid.

808-3150.1008 and 808-3150.0413 are part numbers for decals.

Since 2014 the  replacement lid part number is 319-4100

http://waterwayparts.com/WATERWAY-TRAP-LID-319-4100/

The “new ” lid is two pieces and easier to remove. Again, they are interchangeable and both require the exact same o-ring  805-0436

http://waterwayparts.com/O-RING-6%22-TRAP-LID-805-0436/

What price to repair Waterway Valve?

There are a few different methods to repair your Waterway multi-port 7 position valve.

Of course the least expensive way is also the most labor intensive. You can purchase the “spider gasket” only , Part 711-1910B, for about $15. However, you will need to remove the valve internals, clean off the diverter, and the difficult part is attaching the new gasket to the old diverter. Waterway suggests this method for seasoned pool professionals only. You may also purchase the “plug” , which is the spider gasket attached to the diverter from the factory , this costs $36 (Part 600-9500b). The easiest and most successful method is to replace the “key cover” (Part 600-9600b). You simply remove the bolts from the top of the valve and pull out the old internals and install the new ones. A notch in the cover prevents you from installing it in the wrong position. The key cover will get you a new spring, handle, lid o-ring, spider gasket, and washers. Cost  600-9600B is $85. Although the entire new valve is $110,  you will need to disconnect all the hoses on the filter and risk breaking the tank internal laterals to replace entire valve.  If your leak is  a cracked valve body (from over tightened fittings or freeze damage) you may not have a choice. All these parts are available at http://www.waterwayparts.com

 

Why only replacing the valve internals is a good idea…

1. You do not remove valve from tank.
2. No plumbing needs to be disconnected.
3. Only six bolts are removed. Internals lift straight out.
4. Job only takes 5 minutes.

However, if the valve body is cracked this will not repair the leak. If your valve is leaking out the backwash port when the valve is on filter, this is the easiest fix. Entire valve WVS003 cost $109.99 or the “key cover” $84.99 Part number 600-9600