Product Overview

The Caretaker 5-Port 1.5" Water Valve Complete without Plumbing (Part 5-9-2006) is a genuine OEM replacement valve assembly designed for compatible Caretaker in-floor pool cleaning systems. This complete upper valve assembly restores proper sequencing of your in-floor cleaning zones without requiring replacement of the existing plumbing plate (THAK).

This unit comes fully assembled and is designed as a direct replacement for worn or malfunctioning 1.5-inch 5-port Caretaker water valves. It automatically directs water flow through each cleaning zone in sequence, activating the pop-up cleaning heads for thorough cleaning of the pool floor, walls, benches, and steps.

The 5-9-2006 is an ideal replacement when the valve housing, internal gear mechanism, or center plate has worn over time but the existing plumbing base remains in good condition. This version is supplied without the plumbing plate (THAK), making installation faster and more economical when the lower plumbing assembly does not require replacement. It replaces older part numbers 4-9-2000 and 5-9-2004.

Key Features

• Genuine Caretaker OEM replacement valve assembly
• Complete 1.5" 5-port water valve
• Fully assembled and ready to install
• Designed for Caretaker in-floor cleaning systems
• Replaces worn upper valve assemblies
• Direct replacement without disturbing existing plumbing base
• Includes internal gear assembly and center plate
• Includes cup strainer
• Includes one large O-ring
• Includes five small port O-rings
• Durable, corrosion-resistant construction

Benefits

The Caretaker water valve is the heart of an in-floor cleaning system, automatically directing water pressure to individual cleaning zones. When the valve wears, cleaning heads may stop rotating properly, certain zones may not activate, or the system may lose cleaning performance.

Replacing the complete upper valve assembly restores proper sequencing and water distribution without the expense of replacing the entire plumbing base. Since the assembly arrives pre-built, installation is typically much faster than rebuilding the existing valve with individual components.

Using a genuine Caretaker replacement ensures proper fit, reliable operation, and compatibility with existing Caretaker systems.

Specifications

What's Included

• Complete 5-port valve assembly
• Valve top with internal gear mechanism
• Center plate
• Cup strainer
• One large internal O-ring
• Five small port O-rings

Installation Information

Before installation, turn off the pool pump and relieve system pressure. Remove the existing upper valve assembly while leaving the plumbing plate in place. Inspect the plumbing plate, band clamp, and sealing surfaces for wear or damage.

Transfer the new valve assembly onto the existing plumbing base, ensuring the O-rings are properly seated before securing the valve. Once installed, restart the circulation system and verify that the valve cycles correctly through all five cleaning zones.

Professional installation is recommended for best performance.

Confirm Before Ordering

Please verify the following before purchasing:

• Your system uses a 1.5-inch 5-port Caretaker water valve.
• You need the upper valve assembly only.
• Your existing plumbing plate (THAK) is reusable.
• Your system does not require the band clamp, unions, or pressure relief valve.
• You are replacing part number 5-9-2006, 5-9-2004, or 4-9-2000.

Warranty Information

This genuine Caretaker replacement valve is covered by the manufacturer's limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Warranty does not cover improper installation, freeze damage, chemical damage, misuse, or failures caused by worn plumbing plates, damaged seals, or incompatible in-floor cleaning systems.

Customer Q&A

Does this include the plumbing plate (THAK)?
No. This version is supplied without the plumbing plate.

Is this fully assembled?
Yes. The valve arrives fully assembled and ready for installation.

What parts are included?
The assembly includes the valve, center plate, internal gear mechanism, cup strainer, one large O-ring, and five small O-rings.

What older part numbers does this replace?
It replaces 4-9-2000 and 5-9-2004 on compatible Caretaker systems.