{"product_id":"haywardproseries24sandfiltertopmountw3s244thppw3s244t","title":"Hayward ProSeries 24\" Sand Filter Top Mount | W3S244T","description":"\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"92\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"92\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"156\"\u003eHayward ProSeries® 24″ Top-Mount Sand Filter (W3S244T)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rugged and reliable pool filtration system engineered to deliver \u003cstrong data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"275\"\u003ecrystal-clear water with minimal maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"314\"\u003e24-inch sand tank\u003c\/strong\u003e and high-rate filtration technology, this filter traps dirt and debris through a thick bed of sand media, allowing efficient circulation and easy cleaning with a simple backwash. Its durable construction, self-cleaning internal laterals, and user-friendly control valve make it a dependable choice for residential pool owners seeking trouble-free performance. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"717\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"736\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"736\"\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"803\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"803\"\u003eResidential pool owners seeking \u003cstrong data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"801\"\u003eeffective sand filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"864\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"864\"\u003eMedium to large pools that need efficient debris removal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"945\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"945\"\u003eSystems where \u003cstrong data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"928\"\u003esimple maintenance and reliable performance\u003c\/strong\u003e are priorities\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"996\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"996\"\u003eReplacing worn or outdated sand filter systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003eService professionals specifying standard, durable filtration solutions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"2300\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003e24″ Sand Filter Tank\u003c\/strong\u003e – Large tank diameter for ample sand media and effective filtration. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eTop-Mount Multiport Valve\u003c\/strong\u003e – Easy-to-use lever action control for filter, backwash, rinse, waste and other positions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003eCorrosion-Proof Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e – Rugged, reinforced thermoplastic tank withstands weather and pool environments. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003eIntegral Top Diffuser\u003c\/strong\u003e – Evenly distributes water over the sand bed for optimized filtration efficiency. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003eSelf-Cleaning Laterals\u003c\/strong\u003e – Precision-engineered 360° slotted laterals help balance flow and backwashing. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003eEasy Backwash \u0026amp; 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