{"product_id":"pentair-a-a-style-ii-3-prong-pop-up-head-installation-removal-tool-229940","title":"Pentair A\u0026A Style II 3-Prong Pop-Up Head Installation \u0026 Removal Tool | 229940","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePentair A\u0026amp;A 229940 3-Prong Style II Tool\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM installation and removal tool designed for compatible \u003cstrong\u003eStyle II \/ Style 2 in-floor cleaning pop-up heads\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIts three-prong design engages the cleaning head evenly, allowing technicians and pool owners to \u003cstrong\u003einstall, remove, and service pop-up heads without damaging the head or surrounding fitting\u003c\/strong\u003e. The tool can also attach to a standard pool pole, making it possible to service cleaning heads from above the water rather than entering the pool. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine \u003cstrong\u003ePentair \/ A\u0026amp;A OEM tool\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer Part Number: \u003cstrong\u003e229940\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormer A\u0026amp;A reference: \u003cstrong\u003e522079\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong\u003eStyle II \/ Style 2 pop-up cleaning heads\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso commonly listed for \u003cstrong\u003eGamma Series 2 \/ G2 cleaning heads\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-prong engagement design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstalls and removes in-floor cleaning heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttaches to a compatible standard pool pole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce scratching, binding, and damage compared with improvised tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable plastic construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for maintenance, cleaning, and replacement of pop-up heads \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable dir=\"auto\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePentair \/ A\u0026amp;A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e229940\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormer Part Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e522079\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation \/ Removal Tool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTool Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-Prong\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIn-Floor Cleaning Heads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Head Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle II \/ Style 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePole Compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC \/ Barcode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e818965013672\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0.3 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.5\" × 2.5\" × 4\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDesigned for compatible:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePentair A\u0026amp;A \u003cstrong\u003eStyle II cleaning heads\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePentair \u003cstrong\u003eStyle 2 pop-up heads\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA\u0026amp;A \u003cstrong\u003eQuikClean 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003eGamma Series 2 \/ G2\u003c\/strong\u003e heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystems formerly marketed under names such as MagnaSweep, QuikClean, Turbo Clean, and related A\u0026amp;A in-floor systems where the Style II head is used \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe three prongs line up with the corresponding slots in the cleaning head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor typical service:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach the tool to a pool pole if desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign the three prongs with the cleaning head.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngage the head securely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotate the tool to unlock or install the head.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the head for cleaning, inspection, or replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA\u0026amp;A service instructions commonly call for approximately a \u003cstrong\u003equarter-turn\u003c\/strong\u003e to engage or disengage compatible heads. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhy Use the Correct Tool?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eTrying to remove an in-floor cleaning head with pliers, screwdrivers, or other improvised tools can:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage the cleaning head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrack the collar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch the head surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCause uneven loading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake a stuck head more difficult to remove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe purpose-built three-prong design spreads force evenly around the head and helps reduce the chance of damage. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhat is Pentair 229940?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt is a \u003cstrong\u003e3-prong installation and removal tool for compatible Pentair\/A\u0026amp;A Style II in-floor cleaning heads\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDoes it fit all Style II heads?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePentair distributor documentation identifies the 229940 as designed for \u003cstrong\u003eall Style 2 pop-up heads\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCan it attach to a pool pole?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYes. The tool is designed to attach to a compatible pool pole, making underwater servicing easier from the deck. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCan it install and remove heads?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYes. It is intended for both \u003cstrong\u003einstallation and removal\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as servicing and cleaning the heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eIs 522079 the same tool?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e522079 is commonly cross-referenced as the newer Pentair number associated with the former A\u0026amp;A 229940 application.\u003c\/strong\u003e Current sellers often show both numbers together\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pentair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54645303312694,"sku":"229940","price":25.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/1167\/9798\/files\/afd57b1d-7137-4236-b61c-8e989bbaefca.png?v=1790278864","url":"https:\/\/poolsupplydepot.net\/products\/pentair-a-a-style-ii-3-prong-pop-up-head-installation-removal-tool-229940","provider":"Pool Supply Depot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}