Waterway Multi-Port Valve 2 Socket w/ Unions | WVD002
Durable 2 socket multi-port backwash valve by Waterway (SKU WVD002) with union fittings ideal for DE filter systems.
Features
- 2 socket (slip) connection with union fittings for simplified installation.
- Specifically designed for DE filter backwash systems, offering six-position control.
- Side-mount/long top-mount body fits a wide range of pool filtration setups.
- Rugged plastic construction made in the USA by Waterway for long-term durability.
- Union connections reduce plumbing labor and simplify maintenance or replacement.
The Waterway Multi-Port Valve (SKU WVD002) is engineered for durability and high performance in DE filter applications. With a 2-inch socket (slip) body and union hookup, this valve simplifies installation and maintenance while offering robust construction to withstand pool environment stresses. The side-mount multiport design supports multiple flow settings such as filter, backwash, rinse, recirculate, and waste, providing full operational control of your system. Built by Waterway in the USA, this unit uses reinforced plastic materials capable of resisting corrosion, chemical exposure, and everyday wear making it an excellent choice when you want reliability and long service life.
Pro Tip
When upgrading from a glued-in multiport valve, the union connections on this model help minimize downtime consider keeping the old valve on-hand as a spare. Also, check that your filter housing supports a 2 socket coupling or use the proper reducer if your plumbing is 1.
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Installation Tips
Ensure the system is fully shut off and pressure relieved before removing the old valve. Check that plumbing and filter skirt support 2 slip connections, and bond/ground the valve body per local code. Apply proper sealant or gasket for the union as specified by the manufacturer.
