Hayward SP0410X602S Slide Valve Replacement for Hayward Sand Filters - Compatible with Pro Series & S-Series - Perfect for Pool Maintenance & Backwash System Upgrades

Solid construction. Works extremely well. Switched from standard top mounted multi port valve with old sand filter to this side mounted valve with a new sand filter. Easier to use although this valve does not allow you to rinse after back washing. Not certain how I feel about that but the filter seems to function well without rinsing. I am not certain why but having the stem pulled up for filtering and pushed down for backwahing seems counterintuitive. I would strongly suggest connecting unions directly to the valve instead of the pipe. That way if you make a mistake glueing or need to change piping later you can disconnect the unions and free the valve.