Hayward SP0714T VariFlo Top-Mount Multiport Valve, Black

Our Hayward pump was struggling and had an expert come and diagnose the issue, and it all stemmed from the valve on the pump was bad, o rings were deteriorated, water loss, etc. Replaced the valve and everything is working perfectly! No more water loss, high pressure from the pump, circulating as it should. Don’t go with a knock off or something comparable.. the extra $35 was worth it.

Perfect fit, works great, great upgrade to old one….

Fit perfect. Love the fast shipping.

worked well; was an improvement over original equipment

It matched right up to the filter. I haven't ran it yet,but I belive it will ok

I needed to replace my aging SP0711. The offset ports on this SP714T model made me hesitate purchasing this model for a while. They were not the same as the old SP0711 model which had ports one right over the other. I didn't want to have to make new pvc pipes to custom fit. But after I made exhaustive research on Haywards web site I determined this is the right model for the job. It's amazing how important, detailed information is next to impossible to find on various store websites and even the manufactures site. Even the manual will leave out simple but important info. It turns out that the "RETURN" port is in the same place as the older SP0711/12 model but it's the "PUMP" port that they offset. That's good and not a problem because most people use a flex pipe from the pump so it allows some leeway. It installed fine on my Hayward S210T sand tank. The SP0714T has three, 1 ½ inch, threaded ports (Return, Pump, and Backwash/Waste) and installs on a sand tank using bolt-on brackets. It is supposed to come with a pressure gauge, a sight glass and gasket, and o-ring for the bottom of the multi-valve where it installs to the sand tank. It does not come with the bolt-on brackets they must be purchased separately.My package did NOT include the sight glass. I didn't use the new pressure gauge because it was cross treading when I tried to screw it in, I don't know why. I used my old one and so far it's not leaking and working I hope.When installing this valve to the tank I use a rubber mallet intermittently as I tighten the brackets. For the first time in a long time I have no leaks coming from the brackets area. We all know water finds a way to leak so I will update this review later if it's a fault of the valve. Right now I'm finding this a good value buy and I'm happy with it. Like I said I've only just installed it and have used it only to filter, not to backwash, rinse, et cetera. Tomorrow may be a different story and I'll update if need be. If this item came with all the parts I'd have gone maybe 5 stars because it's truly much cheaper here than any local source and it is working just fine.*Okay, now the update as of 5/27/2013. It is working fine and has no leaks at all! I have had the pool open for 2 weeks now and all is well with this valve. Like I said above, tighten the clamps then lightly pound around the clamp with the rubber mallet to "convince" it to get more snug, and tighten as needed more, pound, tighten. Not a drop is leaking.

I have no problems with hayward products the assemble excellent. But they should put the grease in the box for the o ring just luckily I had some of my own.

Good item