Product Overview
The Pentair A&A 6 Port Low Profile Retro Kit | 230066 is an OEM retrofit kit designed for compatible Pentair In-Floor / formerly A&A Manufacturing 6-port low-profile actuator valves. This kit is used to update, rebuild, or retrofit older low-profile water valves that originally used large acrylic balls at the bottom of the valve.
The retrofit kit converts compatible older valve assemblies from acrylic-ball operation to the newer T-valve style design, helping improve water distribution, zone operation, and long-term serviceability in compatible in-floor cleaning systems. It is designed specifically for 6-port side-feed / low-profile A&A water valves and should not be used on 2-port, 3-port, or standard-profile valve assemblies.
The kit includes major retrofit components such as the upper housing with speed control, diverter, gear plate with 10 gears, cam, shim, gear retainer clip, screws, and anti-friction washers. Public product listings identify UPC 818965010466 for Pentair part 230066.
Ideal For
- Pentair In-Floor cleaning systems
- Former A&A Manufacturing in-floor systems
- 6-port low-profile actuator valves
- 6-port side-feed A&A water valves
- Retrofitting older acrylic-ball style valves
- Converting to T-valve style operation
- Rebuilding worn or unreliable actuator valves
- Restoring zone cycling performance
- Improving in-floor cleaning system water distribution
- Pool circulation valve repairs
- Professional pool service technicians
Key Features
- OEM Pentair / A&A retrofit kit — designed for compatible in-floor cleaning actuator valves.
- Fits 6-port low-profile valves — made specifically for 6-port low-profile actuator valve assemblies.
- Converts acrylic-ball valves — updates older valve designs that used large acrylic balls.
- T-valve style retrofit — replaces older internal ball operation with updated T-valve-style components.
- Includes upper housing with speed control — supports proper valve operation and zone cycling.
- Includes diverter assembly — directs water to the correct cleaning zones.
- Includes gear plate with 10 gears — updated gear design supports more even wear than older 5-gear styles.
- Includes cam and anti-friction washers — supports smooth internal valve movement.
- Includes shim and gear retainer clip — helps complete the internal retrofit installation.
- Service-friendly repair option — helps upgrade the valve without replacing the entire in-floor cleaning system.
- Designed for pool cleaning circulation — supports proper water distribution to in-floor cleaning heads.
- Professional installation recommended — correct valve identification and assembly are critical for performance.
Benefits
The Pentair 230066 retro kit helps extend the service life of compatible 6-port low-profile A&A water valves. Older acrylic-ball style valves can wear, stick, lose efficiency, or fail to distribute water correctly through the cleaning zones.
By retrofitting the valve with updated internal components, this kit can help restore zone rotation and improve the performance of an in-floor cleaning system. The gear plate with 10 gears helps distribute wear more evenly, while the included diverter and speed control components support proper zone timing and water movement.
For pool professionals, this kit is a practical solution when servicing older A&A low-profile 6-port valves where the valve body and plumbing are still usable.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Pentair A&A 6 Port Low Profile Retro Kit |
| Brand | Pentair |
| Former Brand Reference | A&A Manufacturing |
| Part Number | 230066 |
| Legacy / Replacement Reference | A&A 540242 |
| SKU | 230066 |
| UPC / Barcode | 818965010466 |
| Product Type | In-floor cleaning valve retrofit kit |
| Component Type | Low-profile actuator valve retrofit / rebuild kit |
| Valve Compatibility | 6-port low-profile actuator valves |
| Feed Style Reference | Side-feed / low-profile A&A water valve |
| Retrofit Purpose | Converts older acrylic-ball style valve operation to T-valve style operation |
| Compatible System Type | Pentair In-Floor / A&A in-floor pool cleaning systems |
| Gear Plate Reference | Gear plate with 10 gears |
| Application | Pool in-floor cleaning zone valve repair and retrofit |
| Complete Valve Included | No |
| Valve Base Included | No |
| Plumbing Included | No |
| Cleaning Heads Included | No |
| Equipment Category | In-floor cleaner valve parts |
| OEM / Aftermarket | Genuine Pentair OEM replacement / retrofit part |
| Product Weight Reference | Approx. 1.65 lb |
| Shipping Dimensions Reference | Approx. 10.25" x 8" x 3.75" |
| Professional Installation Recommended | Yes |
| Sold As | Kit |
Included Components
- 1 × upper housing with speed control
- 1 × diverter
- 4 × screws
- 1 × shim
- 1 × gear retainer clip
- 1 × gear plate with 10 gears
- 1 × cam
- 2 × anti-friction washers
Valve base, complete actuator valve, plumbing fittings, in-floor cleaning heads, band clamp, O-rings not listed above, QuikStop union, and installation labor are sold separately unless specifically included by the supplier.
Compatibility Notes
The Pentair 230066 is designed for compatible 6-port low-profile Pentair / A&A actuator valves.
Common compatibility references include:
- Pentair In-Floor cleaning systems
- Former A&A Manufacturing in-floor systems
- 6-port low-profile actuator valves
- 6-port side-feed A&A water valves
- Older A&A valves with large acrylic balls at the bottom
- Retrofit applications replacing legacy part 540242
- Low-profile actuator valve components requiring part 230066
This kit is not universal. It is specific to 6-port low-profile valve assemblies and is not interchangeable with 2-port, 3-port, top-feed, or standard-profile valve kits.
Always confirm port count, valve profile, feed orientation, existing valve design, and parts diagram before ordering.
Installation Notes
This kit should be installed by a qualified pool professional. Turn off the pool pump and relieve all system pressure before opening the actuator valve.
Before installation, verify that the existing valve is a compatible 6-port low-profile A&A / Pentair actuator valve. Inspect the valve base, sealing surfaces, internal wear points, O-rings, plumbing connections, and all related valve components before installing the retrofit kit.
After installation, restart the system and verify proper zone cycling, water distribution, in-floor head operation, and leak-free valve performance.
Customer-Facing Q&A
Q: What is the Pentair 230066?
A: It is a 6-port low-profile retrofit kit for compatible Pentair In-Floor / formerly A&A Manufacturing actuator valves.
Q: What is the SKU?
A: The SKU is 230066.
Q: What is the UPC / barcode?
A: The UPC / barcode is 818965010466.
Q: What older part does this replace?
A: This kit is commonly referenced as replacing legacy A&A part 540242.
Q: What type of valve does this fit?
A: It fits compatible 6-port low-profile actuator valves used in A&A / Pentair in-floor cleaning systems.
Q: What does this retrofit kit do?
A: It updates older valves that used large acrylic balls and converts them to a newer T-valve style operation.
Q: Does this fit 2-port or 3-port valves?
A: No. This kit is specifically for compatible 6-port low-profile valves.
Q: Does this include the complete valve?
A: No. This is a retrofit kit, not the complete valve body.
Q: Does this include cleaning heads?
A: No. In-floor cleaning heads are sold separately.
Q: What parts are included?
A: Common kit contents include upper housing with speed control, diverter, screws, shim, gear retainer clip, gear plate with 10 gears, cam, and anti-friction washers.
Q: Should this be professionally installed?
A: Yes. Professional installation is recommended to ensure correct valve identification, proper assembly, sealing, and zone cycling.