6 Port Manifold by Waterway

8 Apr

1 1/2 Inch Slip X 1/2 Inch Slip end style PVC manifold with 6 ports.This manifold is no longer available, but there is a easy alternative when working in tight spaces with spa plumbing. The 6 port manifold to 2 ” slip is still anufactured and will only require one additional fitting to reduce the 2″slip to 1.5″ slip. 421-4070 is the Waterway reducer to make this conversion.

672-4130 with 421-4070 adapter
672-4120 (left) and 672-4130 without adapter(right)

For a look at the complete line of Waterway Plastics manifolds go to http://www.waterwayparts.com.

Waterway Mini Storm 228-0330, 228-0338

14 Mar
228-0338

228-0330

Waterway Jet Body 3/8 barb Air x 3/4 slipb water 228-0330 and 228-0338 Jet Body (Thread-In Style)This thread-in type jet body is now CLEAR for both fiber optic and non-fiber optic spas.  If there is no in-jet lighting, the optic ports are not used.

2 ¼” hole size

Same form and function, just clear instead of white. https://waterwayparts.com/-228-0330/

Poly Internal Std Roto Deluxe, Gray

28 Feb

Waterway Poly Gunite Jets are high performing and reliable jets for your spa. Specially designed for gunite spas, Poly Gunite Jets are a great way to add powerful massaging action to your spa. Retrofit an existing spa for a quick fix or an updated look and add additional years of use to your spa. Available in Directional, Pulsator, Roto, and Massage eyeball styles, each deliver a different jet experience. Featuring a scalloped or smooth face, the Poly Jets fit into a variety of bodies including Tee, Ell, and Straight to suit all types of spas. Also available in white(210-6090) at http://www.waterwayparts.com

Used in Beachcomber Spas pre 2001 (Beachcomber part 3001100)

How to replace Waterway Clearwater II pressure gauge

28 Feb
ClearwaterII, Premium Blue, First Choice, EcoKleer,ClearBay

The lid of the cartridge (or DE) filter will need to be removed to access the gauge lock nut. The lock nut(519-7441) should be unthreaded from the pressure gauge adapter (519-7431). The pressure gauge adapter is then pushed up through the lid, it is not threaded.

Complete gauge assembly (830-4000CW2)

The pressure gauge adapter oring ( 805-0116EPB) is the smaller of the 2 orings. The larger Oring (805-0136B) fits the pressure gauge. The pressure gauge(830-4000) requires teflon tape to be threaded into the adapter.

Inside view of tank lid without pressure gauge assembly
https://waterwayparts.com/WATERWAY-CLEARWATER-2-PRESSURE-GAUGE-ASSEMBLY-830-4000CW2/

Waterway Pump Trap Lids

25 Jan

Trap lids for SMF, Champion, Hi-Flo, E Series, and many more………..

The correct part number for the Waterway pump trap lid can be confusing. The three lids pictured above are all interchangeable, they all use the same oring (805-0436). The original lid (319-3260) was re designed with 2 pieces in 2016 to make it more durable and easier to remove. The lock ring was re worked in 2022 to make it easier to grip. The clear lid piece(319-3228) remained the same.

Just to add a little more confusion the trap lid for the SVL and Supreme pumps( 511-1310) looks like the original lid because it is one piece and all clear plastic, but it is a larger diameter(8.25″) and uses a different oring (805-0439)

For more technical assistance when ordering email: sales@waterwayparts.com

Freeze and Power Outage Advice

19 Dec

While having water move through the pipes is the best protection against freezing conditions, this is not possible during a loss of power event. Below are steps you can do to help minimize damage to your pool and equipment during a loss of power event. These steps should only be done in the event of power loss as running your pumps if a far better option in freezing conditions.

  • Turn off your breakers. While you may not have power now, the first thing you should do is turn off all electrical breakers to your pool so that when the power does return, you can assess your pool in a controlled environment before everything turns back on and potentially causes more damage.
  • Remove lids, drain plugs & strainer pots. During freezing conditions, frozen water expands and needs a place to go. Removing the lids & strainer pots from your pumps will allow the freezing water extra space for the built up pressure. You also need to remove the drain plugs from your pump pot, pump volute, heater and multi-port valve. While most frozen plugs can be removed by hand, you might need pliers for extra leverage.
  • Open all valves. Similar to removing lids, opening valves can help relieve pressure in your system. Opening all 2-way, 3-way, and filter’s air relief valve can help reduce damage.

Replacement for Swivel Union 400-4481-CPVC

8 Nov

The swivel inion is no longer manufactured, it was packaged with several popular Waterway pumps including some Power Defenders. We have a substitue available for the swivel which included lock nut 415-4060 and 2″ socket 417 2110. The substitute does not have the “swivel capacity” but does have the same size male thread and same size female slip.

The replacement union is available at http://www.waterwayparts.com

https://waterwayparts.com/-400-9631/

Swimming Pool Pump Noise

23 Sep

The most common reasons for a noisy pool pump can include: blocked lines, a blocked impeller, faulty bearings or unsecure mountings. These problems cause noises including: loud rattling, grinding, gurgling, whining, buzzing, high pitched noises and vibrations. Many pump noises can be fixed in just a few steps others may require a service call from a professional. While a noisy pool pump is certainly a pain, it’s fairly easy to troubleshoot . First locate the source of the sound—whether it be from the pump’s housing or the motor . It might be cavitation, internal blockage, improper mounting that causes vibrating or bad motor bearings. Even low water levels, clogged pipes, or cold water can cause pump noise. A pump run without sufficient water flow can actually “boil” the water inside the pump and melt the impeller.

Spa pump parts marked 315-1260

30 Aug

Waterway Executive Series Spa Pumps

Both these Waterway Executive spa pump volutes ( the back half of the pump) have the same paumber molded into the plastic 315-1260. The placement of the brass inserts is different to accomodate different motors. At Waterwayparts.com the 48 frame part number is 315-1240 and the 56 frame is 315-1260

48 Frame (left) 56 Frame (right)

WATERWAY Crystal Water filter

9 Jul

PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE SYSTEM REPLACEMENT

The pressure relief valve from the Crystal Water filter systems acts like a handle for the filter lid, pressure gauge, and air relief sytem. The “new” model (2022) will replace all older versions. The valve is interchangable with all previos models and is an improvement to the durability of the pressure relief.

Bottom view. Old style (top) New style (lower)

Pressure Relief Valve System is available at www.waterwayparts.com