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BACKWASH VALVE SIDE 2" W/ CONNECTION PRAHER 131047
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BACKWASH VALVE SIDE 2" W/ CONNECTION PRAHER 131047
Backwash 2" Top Mount Praher 130965 – Multiport Valve for High‑Flow Pool Filtration
Maintain strong, efficient filtration in your larger pool with the Backwash 2" Top Mount Praher 130965, a 2‑inch top‑mount multiport backwash valve designed for high‑flow sand filter systems. This valve provides clear control over water flow through multiple positions: filter, backwash, rinse, recirculate, waste, and closed making it a core part of your pool equipment and water filtration system. As a key pool supply, it helps keep your pool water clean and your filter media properly maintained.
Technical Specifications
| Product Name | Backwash 2" Top Mount Praher 130965 |
| Category | Pool filters |
| Type | 2‑inch top‑mount multiport backwash valve |
| Connection Size | 2" (2") |
| Positions | 6‑way operation (filter, backwash, rinse, recirculate, waste, closed) |
| Function | Manage water flow and backwash cycles for sand filters |
| Application | Compatible with 2‑inch sand filter tanks |
Key Features & Benefits
The Backwash 2" Top Mount Praher 130965 lets you switch between filter, backwash, rinse, and additional modes with a simple handle motion. The filter position keeps water flowing through the sand bed, while backwash and rinse help clean the media, and waste and recirculate support special maintenance tasks. This versatility makes it a practical pool equipment component for both residential and commercial pools.
Installed directly on top of the sand filter tank, this valve sits in a highly accessible position for operation and inspection. The top‑mount layout keeps connections neat and helps organize your pool supplies setup, including pump, pipes, and backwash lines, on the equipment pad.
Built from strong, corrosion‑resistant plastics, the Praher 130965 valve is designed to handle continuous water flow and standard pool chemicals. This durability ensures long‑term reliability as part of your pool equipment, supporting regular backwashing and stable filtration performance.
The 2‑inch body and standard top‑mount design make this valve easy to integrate into most sand filter systems. You can use common swimming pool tools for installation checks and basic maintenance, ensuring a straightforward setup and service routine.
Usage Tips
- Turn the pump off before changing the valve position and always verify the selected mode (filter, backwash, waste, etc.).
- Use the backwash position regularly to clean the sand bed and restore filtration efficiency.
- Check the seals and handle operation periodically to ensure smooth, leak‑free functioning.
Care & Storage Instructions
- Inspect the valve body and seats for signs of wear or damage and replace parts as needed to maintain performance.
- During winter or shutdown periods, drain water from the valve and protect it from freezing where required.
- Keep the area around the valve clean to make it easier to operate and maintain.
- Use this robust 2‑inch top‑mount valve as a key piece of your pool equipment to manage water flow, support backwashing, and extend the life of your pool supplies. When paired with proper swimming pool tools and routine maintenance, the Praher 130965 helps keep your pool clean, clear, and easy to manage all season long.
