Inlet fittings are used in a pool for a better water flow and draining system. These fittings may come with a vinyl liner, flanged nut, gaskets and washers. The gaskets should be placed such that they sandwich the liner or fiberglass, that is, one gasket on each side.

One thing to remember about these fittings is that failure to remove their pressure test plugs and/or plugs used in winterization of the pool/spa from the suction outlets can result in an increase potential for suction entrapment.

Regardless of the type of inlet fitting you're installing, standard wear and tear issues will soon render it unusable. You can prevent that by considering the repair parts you can find in this category as the genuine replacements you will need to get the fitting up and functional again.

The first component in this category you may soon need will be the: 08417-0000 PENTAIR FLOOR INLET ASSEMBLY (WHITE Floor Inlet Fitting with 1-1/2-Inch Slip Brushing, 2-Inch Slip, White). To avoid replacing this often, you must remember that suction outlet components have a finite life so the cover/grate should be inspected frequently and replaced at least every ten years or if found to be damaged, broken, cracked, missing, or not securely attached.

We also have a replacement for your 08417-0100 PENTAIR FLOOR INLET ASSEMBLY (GRAY Floor Inlet Fitting with 1.5 -Inch Slip Brushing, 2-Inch Slip, Gray). This assembly kit is necessary to make sure that components such as the filtration system, pumps and heater can be positioned so as to run freely.

The next item in our category is the 86201300 Pentair CUP ANCHOR Stainless Steel Cross Bar Pool and Spa Wall Fitting. To avoid damaging this fitting, you should remember never to operate or test the circulation system at more than 50 PSI.