{"product_id":"pentair-smart-heater-automatic-bypass-valve-actuator-kit-462048","title":"Pentair Smart Heater Automatic Bypass Valve Actuator Kit For Mastertemp\/Sta-Rite Heaters | 462048","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Pentair Smart Heater Automatic Bypass Valve Kit is designed to improve water-flow management around compatible Pentair MasterTemp and Sta-Rite Max-E-Therm pool and spa heaters. When properly integrated with a compatible Pentair system, the automatic bypass can route water around the heater when heating is not required, reducing unnecessary hydraulic resistance through the heater.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePentair designed this complete automatic bypass kit for installations using compatible IntelliFlo pumps and supported heater\/control configurations. By reducing flow through the heater when it is not actively heating, the system can help reduce pump workload and unnecessary circulation through the heater's heat exchanger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Pentair MasterTemp pool and spa heater installations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSta-Rite Max-E-Therm heater systems requiring an automatic bypass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePools equipped with compatible IntelliFlo variable-speed pumps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntelliCenter automation installations supporting automatic heater bypass control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew heater installations or hydraulic upgrades where reduced heater head loss is desired\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine Pentair automatic heater bypass kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutomatically redirects water flow around the heater when appropriate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes a Pentair IntelliValve actuator for automated valve positioning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes a 2-inch three-way valve for heater inlet plumbing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes a 2-inch check valve to help prevent reverse flow through the heater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to work with supported Pentair heater and automation configurations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduces unnecessary water flow through the heater when heating is not required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps decrease hydraulic head loss through the pool circulation system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan reduce the amount of pump power required to maintain desired circulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps limit unnecessary flow through the heater's internal water system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides automatic operation instead of requiring a manually operated heater bypass valve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePentair part 462048 is intended for compatible MasterTemp and Sta-Rite Max-E-Therm heater applications. Pentair also identifies this kit for supported MasterTemp 125 applications and certain ETi 250 configurations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor automatic operation, Pentair specifies that the IntelliValve must be connected to a heater operating in a supported standalone configuration or through a compatible IntelliCenter Control System using RS-485 communication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility can vary according to heater generation, control board, automation system, pump configuration, and plumbing layout. Confirm your heater model, serial number, control system, and plumbing configuration before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Upgrade Context\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe three-way valve and IntelliValve actuator are installed on the heater inlet side, while the included check valve is installed on the heater outlet side. The system allows water to bypass the heater when heat is not being requested and routes appropriate flow through the heater during heating operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause installation involves pool hydraulics, heater controls, and electrical connections, installation and configuration should be performed by a qualified pool service professional familiar with Pentair equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePentair 2\" Three-Way Valve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePentair IntelliValve Valve Actuator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePentair 2\" Check Valve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutomatic bypass components required for the supported installation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfirm Before Ordering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVerify your heater model and generation, available 2-inch plumbing configuration, Pentair pump model, and automation\/control system. Do not assume compatibility based solely on having a MasterTemp or Max-E-Therm heater.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePentair\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutomatic Heater Bypass Valve Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePool \u0026amp; Spa Heater Bypass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeater Families\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMasterTemp \/ Sta-Rite Max-E-Therm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eValve Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eValve Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3-Way\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActuator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePentair IntelliValve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded Check Valve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e462048\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer Listed Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomer Q\u0026amp;A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does the Pentair 462048 automatic bypass kit do?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt automatically manages water flow around a compatible heater, reducing unnecessary flow through the heater when heating is not required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the kit include the IntelliValve actuator?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The kit includes the Pentair IntelliValve actuator, 2-inch three-way valve, and 2-inch check valve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill this work with every MasterTemp heater?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot necessarily. Compatibility depends on the heater generation, controls, automation system, pump, and installation configuration. Verify your exact system before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan a homeowner install this kit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional installation is recommended because proper operation requires correct hydraulic plumbing, valve positioning, electrical connections, and heater\/control configuration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pentair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51513336791350,"sku":"4622048","price":339.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/1167\/9798\/files\/pentair-mastertemp-sta-rite-max-e-therm-pool-heater-automatic-by-pass-valve-kit-462048-2.jpg?v=1737442386","url":"https:\/\/poolsupplydepot.net\/products\/pentair-smart-heater-automatic-bypass-valve-actuator-kit-462048","provider":"Pool Supply Depot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}